Leaking around roof vent and AC? - Event Date: 24 Sep 2013 - 10 Dec 2013

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   We managed to arrive in Denver on September 11th at the start of the recent rains and flooding. It rained for 5 days straight. Our Pod is a 171 which we purchased in 2011, no previous problems with leaks from the roof during rains, but this time even with the vent cover above the bathroom completely closed tight it began to drip water from the corner where the inside vent exhaust frame is fastened to the ceiling. That was not too disconcerting since it was dripping onto the shower floor, but then the AC (even though it was not running) began a drip from the back louvers onto the floor. Not exactly sure how to fix this water leakage since there does not seem to be any visible apparent exterior seam damage around the vent or the AC. Any suggestions on how to reseal or take care of these leaks?  Thanks!

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duck42 Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Newbie Joined: 10 Jul 2011 Online Status: Offline Posts: 35	Calendar Event: Leaking around roof vent and AC? Posted: 25 Sep 2013 at 5:04pm
	We managed to arrive in Denver on September 11th at the start of the recent rains and flooding. It rained for 5 days straight. Our Pod is a 171 which we purchased in 2011, no previous problems with leaks from the roof during rains, but this time even with the vent cover above the bathroom completely closed tight it began to drip water from the corner where the inside vent exhaust frame is fastened to the ceiling. That was not too disconcerting since it was dripping onto the shower floor, but then the AC (even though it was not running) began a drip from the back louvers onto the floor. Not exactly sure how to fix this water leakage since there does not seem to be any visible apparent exterior seam damage around the vent or the AC. Any suggestions on how to reseal or take care of these leaks? Thanks!
	duck42

techntrek Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Admin Group - pHp Joined: 29 Jul 2009 Location: MD Online Status: Offline Posts: 9059	Posted: 25 Sep 2013 at 5:12pm
	The A/C has a thick seal between the part you see on the roof, and the roof itself. If you take off the inside cover (8 or 9 screws) you'll see four bolts which hold the outside parts to the inside parts. Tightening these 4 bolts may solve your problem if they've worked a little loose. However, keep an eye on that roof seal. It shouldn't be tightend down more than 1/2" thick. If you get to that point and it is still leaking you need a new roof seal. As for the fan leaking, look at the caulk on the roof around the vent. You probably need to remove the old stuff and recaulk - along with the other caulk on the roof around the antenna, sewer vent, etc.
	Doug ~ '10 171 (2009-2015) ~ 2008 Salem ~ Pod instruction manual

duck42 Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Newbie Joined: 10 Jul 2011 Online Status: Offline Posts: 35	Posted: 26 Sep 2013 at 12:48pm
	Thanks for the information, Teckntrek, that will be my last project before winterization.
	duck42