Leak Under Wind Spoiler

I had the same problem with a bad leak on my 177 because the front of the spoiler was not caulked correctly at the factory. We were getting ready for an RPod adventure, went out after dark and found lots of rain water on the bed, in the A/V cabinet, etc. Got a tall step ladder and inspected the spoiler with a flashlight. Found the front of the spoiler was poorly caulked. Went to Home Depot for some clear caulk that can be used wet or dry. 3 inch bead of caulk where Forest River had done a sloppy caulk job stopped the leak. I prayed that was the only problem area. Apparently it was - never got water inside again.
For good measure I later added caulk in a few places on the front edge of the spoiler.
Small quality issue by Forest River caused major problem the first time RPod was in the rain.

Checked my back light bar last night.  The caulking job has definately separated from the pod, primarily in the bows between the screws.  The wiring definately does not go threw the side channel trim as the light bar does not extend to the ends.  So I am assuming there must be a hole under the light bar for the wiring.  I have not had any water laekage, again assuming it must be caulked/filled well under the bar.  I did put a tube of caulk along the top of the light bar however just to make sure.   Hope that all makes sense.  hogone

When I brought my POD in for the spoiler retro-fit, we discussed the 'factory' instructions about drilling a hole in the rear roof.  My dealer was dead set against it.  He insisted in running the wires laterally inside the spoiler to the vinyl spline (?) where the rear roof meets the wall. The spoiler actually has a molded raised section to allow the wires to be brought to the side.  The dealer said the more holes in the roof...the greater chances of leaks further on.

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RP-172 2011