jerryneal Posted March 16, 2016 Report Share Posted March 16, 2016 On our last trip, we had an RV park's escort guide us into a tree. I'll leave off the comments and language from the day of the event for those with sensitive ears and eyes . Needless to say, the tree limb tore a 3 foot rip in the roof fabric and crushed the aluminum cap between the wall and the plywood roof. A quick Eternabond and lap seal fix prevented water damage and let us continue the trip. Looks like heck, but prevented any water damage. I'm meeting with the insurance adjuster this week and need some expectation on a permanent repair. The location of the damage is very visible and I don't want to loose value on the 5th wheel. Is there a patch that looks as good as new vs. all new fabric end to end? The aluminum cap will need to be replaced. Not sure if this can be pieced out or repaired from end to end. Would appreciate any ideas for those who've experienced something similar. Jerry and Joan 2014 Ford F350 with 6.7 turbo, TrailerSaver 2014 40' Heartland Gateway Fifth wheel iLoveRVlife.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirk W Posted March 17, 2016 Report Share Posted March 17, 2016 There are patching kits that work very well for the EDPM of the roof membrane. I'm not sure what you mean by the aluminum cap? Is there some sort of aluminum curved part under the EDPM at the rounded corner of the roof? 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...
RV_ Posted March 17, 2016 Report Share Posted March 17, 2016 http://www.factoryrvsurplus.com/products.php?product_id=2071 http://www.all-rite.com/insert-roof-edge-with-p-394.html RV/Derekhttp://www.rvroadie.com Email on the bottom of my website page.Retired AF 1971-1998 When you see a worthy man, endeavor to emulate him. When you see an unworthy man, look inside yourself. - Confucius “Those who can make you believe absurdities, can make you commit atrocities.” ... Voltaire Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jerryneal Posted March 20, 2016 Author Report Share Posted March 20, 2016 Yes, the aluminum cap is a curved piece between the wall and the plywood roof. Update. So far so good. The good news, the insurance adjuster is recommending a complete roof replacement with a new cap front to back. Big repair, but happy they weren't going to do the repair on the cheap. Jerry and Joan 2014 Ford F350 with 6.7 turbo, TrailerSaver 2014 40' Heartland Gateway Fifth wheel iLoveRVlife.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GlennWest Posted March 21, 2016 Report Share Posted March 21, 2016 The original owner of our Teton snagged a overhung roof and torn the roof on Teton. Insurance replaced the poly roof with a rubber roof. Now it caulks terribly. jfyi 2003 Teton Grand Freedom towed with 2006 Freightliner Century 120 across the beautiful USA welding pipe.https://photos.app.goo.gl/O32ZjgzSzgK7LAyt1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marspec2003 Posted March 25, 2016 Report Share Posted March 25, 2016 I had a small tear in my roof and it was also completely replaced which wasn't cheap since the rig has a full body paint. Chuck & LolaWVRetired USCG 2013 Ford F450/2013 Lifestyle 37RESL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DuffMan Posted March 25, 2016 Report Share Posted March 25, 2016 Did the campground acknowledge any liability? How did they respond to their guides negligence? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jerryneal Posted April 1, 2016 Author Report Share Posted April 1, 2016 DuffMan, the campground agreed they were at fault. Tried to play the game of "the escort was not supposed to guide us into the site". Looks like we're at the end of the process and expecting a check any day for repairs. Moral of the story, don't trust an escort. The big thing on wheels behind the truck isn't their investment. Jerry and Joan 2014 Ford F350 with 6.7 turbo, TrailerSaver 2014 40' Heartland Gateway Fifth wheel iLoveRVlife.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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