roof

  1. TH

    Recaulked RV Roof

    Hello all! This is my 2nd major change I’ve done to my RV. My current caulking was cracking on the roof when I picked up my RV. I cleaned the old caulk the best I could but some dirt remained, I even tried tilex on it. I got it about 50-60% clean. I then recovered the old caulk around the...
  2. VT

    adding 2 additional roof jacks to Palomino SS 1240

    Hello! New owner/user as of a few weeks ago. Not new to rv-ing or modifications, just new to this unit. My 2022 SS 1240 struggles to raise the roof, appears this is not uncommon. My plan is to add 2 more roof jacks right at the front of the camper to eliminate the cantilever problem and...
  3. JO

    Salem Villa Uneven Roof Issue

    I just purchased a 2024 Salem Villa in October. I just put it in storage for winter and noticed the roof line on the non-camping side slopes down and back up within a 4ft span. It dips down about 2" almost down to almost level with the sidewall. I attached pictures to try and show the problem...
  4. Leo2045

    Roof Schematics 2024 Isata 5?

    Hello all, So I am in the process of installing starlink 3, and after looking at other options, I am opting for installing it at the most rear portion of the roof, either left or right of the coach. It will be laid flat. On the 28SS, I want to make a hole inside on the roof inside either of...
  5. MI

    Drilling into fiberglass roof

    I left my mh to the shop for solar panel installation(2-200w) using strut channels and adjustable angle brackets. I got a call after my cruise vacation that their tech is not comfortable doing the job and the estimated time to do it is 8 hours! The original estimate was 2-3 hours. Wth? I'll end...
  6. JJ

    Aluminum roof old coachmen

    Maybe someone could shed some light on this. Have a 87 coachmen class a . the roof appears to be a thin aluminum skinnwith looks like a light rubber look thatbhas flaked off and all. How to clean the metal and reseal or justvrip it off and akin with 1/8 wood and rubber roof it. Whats best option...
  7. WI

    2018 Roof gap leak at front

    I have a 2018 Grey Wolf Cherokee 26 TH. There is a gap at the front of the roof where the membrane connects to the metal front. It has been caulked before and I have caulked with the dicor self leveling caulk. I can see previously silicon had been used and who knows what. The patch is about 6...
  8. Bosnroyer

    Roof drain relocation

    The forward roof drain spouts seem to line up perfectly with the driver and passenger doors on my East to West Entrada 2950 ok. Unless I level the coach a bit front high when I open my doors any water coming off the roof drains right inside the doors. Anyone have a quick easy solution.
  9. ML

    Fiber Glass roof question

    Hello, I climbed on the roof this week and noticed that the Fiber Glass finish was lookinga little bumpy or wrinkled in a few spots. Is this something that should worry me? I'm attaching pictures, hopefully they will show properly. Thanks, Maurice
  10. NXR

    New GE roof unit recall announced

    The new GE roof unit recall letter to the NHTSA: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2024/RCLRPT-24V771-4687.PDF Excerpts from that letter follow: ------------------- "Description of the Defect : According to GE campaign 24E071: "GE Appliances has decided that a defect which relates to motor...
  11. MO

    Roof delamination

    Hi. I have a 2020 Forest River Forester and I just found out today that I have some bubbles on my roof on the front leading edge. It has a fiberglass roof and I was told it is probably delamination. Any advice or what I am looking at cost wise to have this fixed? I cannot fix myself as I am 72...
  12. MimiCmoi

    Reoccuring problem on caulking on roof area between cab and living quarters

    Hi, we have a Lexi GTS283 2015 and we constantly have to redo the caulking on the roof part separating the cabin and the living area. We recently find out that there are some loose screws, maybe explaining why the caulking won't stand (that and the fact that we have some really bad roads around...
  13. GR

    Quote for roof reseal

    Hello, I have a 1yr and change old No Bo 20.3. While having a warranty issue taken care of i asked the dealership to check the roof to see if it needed to be resealed. They said they saw one little bubble at the front and it looked thin in a few spots. Quoted for repair with supplies for 6hrs...
  14. AR

    34RLSA 2015 Cedar Creek Roof

    Hello does anybody have a picture of the roof of the Cedar Creek 2015 34 RLSA looking to replace all vents thanks in advance
  15. TitanMike

    Roof mounted vs portable solar

    At the highest point of the sun today here in the PNW I observed how my new 400w panels on trailer's roof were comparing to my portable 240w watt portable panels. Portables were set up at optimum angle for this time of year and roof panels just flat-mounted on a slightly domed roof. Here are...
  16. IN

    issues with RV roof on brand new trailer

    Site Team Note: Thread closed at request of OP. We purchased this RV from Forest River last year (brand new) Arctic Wolf 3770 Suite last year, its now 1 year old and there are really weird Roof issues (among others). The roof has bumps and dents as you can see from the photo. Not sure whats...
  17. CH

    Hengs Rubber Roof Coat project

    Hi all, I posted this in iRv2 and thought I'd do so here. Owning a 2006 Sunseeker 2860DS since new I've been keeping an eye on my epdm roof for signs of aging while researching my best options for extending its life when the time came. This spring it looked ok after cleaning with Dicor...
  18. TO

    Roof maintenance

    I have a 2010 Solera with fiberglass roof. I read the threads about cleaning the roof. I used the Bleach and water mixture and the Dawn/water mixture. The roof came out looking so much better. Now what should I do? I think some people recommended wax and others mentioned Dicor. Thanks. Tom
  19. KA

    2021 Sunseeker roof leak...HELP!

    So we noticed a leak while camping this summer. It was coming from the front area under the strip in front of the TV. We were in the boonies so all we could get was flex seal spray and sprayed around the skylight. We immediately contacted the dealer we bought it from but no warranty since we...
  20. JC

    Roof seal gap

    Grand design redid our kitchen slide and roof after a fire in May 2022 caused by a refrigerator coil not being restrained and banging aganist the electrical cable above the refrigerator. It is now Sep 2024 and I was winterizing the trailer and noticed some cracks in the roof seal at the end of...
  21. OL

    Real Lite Pop-up Camper 1608 roof solar

    I have a 2021 1608 Badlands Edition with the glued on 100 watt panel. It only puts out less that 2 amps per hour in direct sunlight. Is this the expected standard? My portable 200 watt panel hits 10 amps per hour is similar light. I'm wondering of there is a defect or is just just a low...
  22. Superstroker1

    Roof Question

    I’ve got a 2015 233s I’m curious how often the roof should be resealed I’ve only had it for a couple years now bought it used but a guy I work with reseals his every year just curious what everyone’s thoughts are Also I’ve heard walking in the roof damages it is that true Thanks
  23. Bill and Gail

    Need help finding a good dealer for roof repair

    My son-in-law ripped his roof on a low hanging branch on the drive home. He has 2021 Sabre 37FLL. We are looking for a good shop to repair/replace it. He lives in New Jersey, but can travel to Pennsylvania if necessary. I mentioned a mobile tech, but he's worried about a rush job, as it won't...
  24. ST

    Roof Rack

    Has anyone installed a roof rack for a canoe on the geopro's? Looking for ideas, products/procedures. Thanks!
  25. DR

    roof cover that allows solar panel to work

    I want to cover my RV roof with a tarp to protect against sun damage. I also want my solar panel to continue running to keep the battery charged. I put a clear vinyl window in the roof tarp, over the solar panel. I noticed a drop in the amps going to the battery, but everything still seemed...

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