Jim/Alona Posted December 11, 2015 Report Share Posted December 11, 2015 We have a 1990 Gulfstream Sunclipper that we just got and we can see where there used to be a leak or leaks (lots of silicone on the seams and water stains inside) but they seem to have gotten them to seal now. We are here in the NW and even with our abundance of rain lately we can't find any new leaks so that's good. My question is this, is there a different type of roof material that we can put on to avoid future leaks other than the unsightly silicone type seals? No matter what we do it just looks bad! Plus, you have to keep sealing it time and time again. Any thoughts or experience? Thanks in advance! Jim & Alona traveling with River, Rocky & Indy. Our home, a 33' 1988 Southwind which we love! http://arjrontheroad.blogspot.com http://gatewatchers.blogspot.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirk W Posted December 11, 2015 Report Share Posted December 11, 2015 If I am correct, your Gulfstream has an EDPM roof? If it does you need to remove and replace all silicone based caulking materials as soon as possible. Silicone caulking does not adhere well to EDPM and it will also damage the membrane. I recommend use of Dicor, self leveling caulking on any roof and if EDPM you need one that is approved for use on that material. If the membrane is in good condition, that should take care of the problems but check all seams and edges while you are about it and replace any silicone or other caulking material that is loose or cracked. If the membrane is showing signs of degradation, then you may want to consider applying one of the coating products for use on such roofs. Good travelin !...............KirkFull-time 11+ years...... Now seasonal travelers.Kirk & Pam's Great RV Adventure Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Greg Posted December 11, 2015 Report Share Posted December 11, 2015 If you are willing to spend money for a long term fix you can consider RV Roof Armor. Greg http://www.rv-armor.com/?gclid=CJf6jcGR3sYCFQYoaQodspoOsQ Greg & Judy Bahnmiller Class of 2007 2014 F350 2007 HitchHiker Champagne Both sold 2/19, settled in Foley, AL after 12 years on the road http://bahnmilleradventure.blogspot.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GJP_JMP Posted December 31, 2015 Report Share Posted December 31, 2015 We've been chasing leaks since or big adventure started in November. Rained so hard pulling into Myrtle Beach that we actually needed to put buckets under the drips. The first job was removing all the putty-based material sealing the front seam and re-do that with Eternabond tape and Dicor. Did the same for the antennas. Just last week I fixed what (for now) is the last leak - an old solar panel inboard of the fridge vent. Most roof leaks are not a result of the roofing material but are usually are leaks where appliances etc penetrate the membrane. Jeanne & Jerry 1996 Safari Sahara 35' CAT 3126 Home Port - Cape Cod Currently on A Big Adventure Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirk W Posted December 31, 2015 Report Share Posted December 31, 2015 That is a good thing as those are far less problem to solve. It has probably been a long time since the caulking was replaced. Good travelin !...............KirkFull-time 11+ years...... Now seasonal travelers.Kirk & Pam's Great RV Adventure Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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