R-pod Owners Forum : Roof to side joint problem https://www.rpod-owners.com/ This is an XML content feed of; R-pod Owners Forum : Podmods, Maintenance, Tips and Tricks : Roof to side joint problem Copyright (c) 2006-2009 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Mon, 31 Aug 2026 15:09:15 +0000 Wed, 05 Apr 2017 21:57:56 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 9.64 360 https://www.rpod-owners.com/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=9609 R-pod Owners Forum https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png https://www.rpod-owners.com/ Roof to side joint problem : Fwunder,I need to replace some... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9609&PID=90577#90577 Author: Elenaron
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Posted: 05 Apr 2017 at 9:57pm

Fwunder,
I need to replace some of the screws. Can they be just be scewed out and the new ones screwed back in? Do you know the right size? (It looks like in your picture your new one is longer that the original - does that matter?) Can you replace the screws without replacing the track?
Thanks!
]]> Wed, 05 Apr 2017 21:57:56 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9609&PID=90577#90577 Roof to side joint problem : Furpod,Does the plastic strip... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9609&PID=90575#90575 Author: Elenaron
Subject: 9609
Posted: 05 Apr 2017 at 9:49pm

Furpod,
Does the plastic strip slide in the slot from one end to the other (like a tent pole) or does it get tucked in side to side.
Thanks!
]]> Wed, 05 Apr 2017 21:49:00 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9609&PID=90575#90575 Roof to side joint problem : I've been using stainless... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9609&PID=90563#90563 Author: lostagain
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Posted: 05 Apr 2017 at 5:44pm

I've been using stainless steel screws on all work I've done where there is water exposure.  Also, sealing the screws with a bedding compound, such as 3M 5200, helps keep the water out.  ....something I learned from my sail boat days.]]> Wed, 05 Apr 2017 17:44:13 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9609&PID=90563#90563 Roof to side joint problem : Yes, it would be nice if they... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9609&PID=90561#90561 Author: fwunder
Subject: 9609
Posted: 05 Apr 2017 at 5:17pm

Yes, it would be nice if they used a lot more stainless and aluminum and magnesium. I'm rapidly beginning to appreciate a seamless fiberglass rv hull...

In the meantime, while I save for my Ollie, I'm replacing the track and keder screws with stainless screws dipped in epoxy. The screws are about $0.20 a piece at my local True Value. If I could find them in bulk, I'm sure they would be a lot cheaper.




]]> Wed, 05 Apr 2017 17:17:17 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9609&PID=90561#90561 Roof to side joint problem : I think it would be nice if Forest... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9609&PID=90554#90554 Author: StephenH
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Posted: 05 Apr 2017 at 4:23pm

I think it would be nice if Forest River used Stainless Steel screws in places like the seams that are exposed to water and subject to corrosion.]]> Wed, 05 Apr 2017 16:23:36 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9609&PID=90554#90554 Roof to side joint problem : Thanks for your replies.I'm... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9609&PID=90545#90545 Author: Elenaron
Subject: 9609
Posted: 05 Apr 2017 at 12:58pm

Thanks for your replies.
I'm not sure that this plastic strip is strictly cosmetic. I'm finding some of the exposed screw heads are badly rusted. And, I'm not sure that water isn't working its way inside along them.
]]> Wed, 05 Apr 2017 12:58:55 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9609&PID=90545#90545 Roof to side joint problem : It's not a "seal"... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9609&PID=90413#90413 Author: furpod
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Posted: 03 Apr 2017 at 8:42am

It's not a "seal" it's just a piece of trim that covers the screw heads for appearance. Takes minutes, and a couple dollars to replace.]]> Mon, 03 Apr 2017 08:42:25 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9609&PID=90413#90413 Roof to side joint problem : Originally posted by ElenaronI... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9609&PID=90396#90396 Author: StephenH
Subject: 9609
Posted: 02 Apr 2017 at 10:12pm

Originally posted by Elenaron

I have noticed that the plastic bead that covers the joint between the roof and the trailer's sides is cracking and breaking down, especially in the back where the roof curves down and becomes the back. 

I can see the screws holding the joint together have become exposed, and I'm concerned about water leaking in through them.

Can this plastic bead be replaced?
Is a quick fix for now to add silicone caulking on this joint, especially over and around the screw heads?

We have a 2014 RPod 178

We had that done under warranty just before it expired. Your dealer would likely sell you the strip material or you can do it yourself. The vinyl strip is available on eTrailer as Camco RV Vinyl Trim Insert-Black. I'm not sure of the width. I saw both 1" and 3/4" listed.
]]> Sun, 02 Apr 2017 22:12:54 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9609&PID=90396#90396 Roof to side joint problem : I have noticed that the plastic... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9609&PID=90391#90391 Author: Elenaron
Subject: 9609
Posted: 02 Apr 2017 at 9:24pm

I have noticed that the plastic bead that covers the joint between the roof and the trailer's sides is cracking and breaking down, especially in the back where the roof curves down and becomes the back. 

I can see the screws holding the joint together have become exposed, and I'm concerned about water leaking in through them.

Can this plastic bead be replaced?
Is a quick fix for now to add silicone caulking on this joint, especially over and around the screw heads?

We have a 2014 RPod 178
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