Spoiler Problems
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Topic: Spoiler Problems
Posted By: renosteve
Subject: Spoiler Problems
Date Posted: 09 May 2015 at 6:05pm
| Over the past few weeks I have 2 posts about the leaking spoiler on our 2012 RPOD 177. The spoiler is a semi-flexible plastic that has cupped between what I thought were screws placed about 6 inches apart around the perimeter. This has caused the silicone sealant FR used around the edges to pull loose and cause major leaks. Today I started to fix the problem by taking off the spoiler and cleaning all surfaces. I was going to put butyl tape under the spoiler, Dicor around the perimeter and Pro-Flex on top of the screw heads. BIG SURPRISE -- the spoiler is riveted to the roof, not screwed. I give up. I'm taking it in to a dealer to be fixed. RPODers, you need to check those black spoilers. What happens if those red LED bulbs burn out, or there is a short. You can't easily remove the spoiler. This spoiler setup is a cheap and inadequate fix to the light problem FR had. |
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Posted By: Goose
Date Posted: 10 May 2015 at 9:52am
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I will agree that it is cheap and was poorly thought out. By now they should have come up with a better and permanent solution for a light bar that once attached is not going to come off or leak into the inside. I did and I don't have an engineering degree. The LED lights should last a lifetime but if they do fail one should be able to remove and replace them from the outside.
Sorry to hear that you are at the end of your rope, I hope that your dealer can fix it right. Goose ------------- Mother Goose's Caboose..2011 RP171..07 Grand Cherokee 
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Posted By: renosteve
Date Posted: 10 May 2015 at 12:45pm
Thanks Goose. BTW, when I was working on the spoiler I noticed that the seams along the entire edge of the roof are sealed next to the metal strip with silicone sealant. To repair leaks along these edges you will have to remove the silicone and replace it (preferably with polyurethane). This could be a big job depending on how much silicone you have to replace. There also seems to be some type of caulking spreading out along the seams in places. When I have my spoiler redone I'll have the repair shop look at this also and report back to the forum. I'm using a very good and trusted repair guy for this.
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Posted By: Camper Bob
Date Posted: 23 Jun 2015 at 1:29pm
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I just noticed a few "puffed up" spots on the ceiling below the spoiler. While observing the spoiler, I did notice two screws that have partially back out. I have an appointment with Camping World this afternoon to check out the spoiler. In the meantime will call FR and see if they will cover any repairs. ------------- Camper Bob and Camper Sue Gracie the Wonder Dog (12 LB. Mini Dachshund) 2013 Rpod 171HRE(ORPod) 2016 Lance 1685 2015 Nissan Pathfinder |
Posted By: Camper Bob
Date Posted: 24 Jun 2015 at 11:27am
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FR says it is my responsibility to monitor the caulking. Thought I had but seems there were a few areas that had gaps. Camping World fixed them yesterday. Getting a little too old to be comfortable on a ladder. Looking forward to the Roundup in August. Save Travels. ------------- Camper Bob and Camper Sue Gracie the Wonder Dog (12 LB. Mini Dachshund) 2013 Rpod 171HRE(ORPod) 2016 Lance 1685 2015 Nissan Pathfinder |
Posted By: JohnBG
Date Posted: 29 Jun 2015 at 12:03am
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I suspect I am having the same issue. What is the fix? Get up there and caulk the heck out of it? ------------- 2010 R-Pod RP-171 2010 Honda Ridgeline TV |
Posted By: furpod
Date Posted: 29 Jun 2015 at 8:23am
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BTW, the little red lights pull out from the front. I have a few in a drawer, direct from FR... The rubber grommet is all that holds them in place.
And yes, monitoring all the gaskets and seals is an owner task. ------------- |