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04-25-2013, 04:17 PM
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Sealant/Caulk
I need to re-caulk the verticle seams where the front cap is attached. It looks like Newmar used clear silicone. Is that correct? Thanks
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04-25-2013, 05:30 PM
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They probably did. I would go back with Dicor after removing all the old caulk
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04-25-2013, 06:02 PM
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You can use the Dicor or Sikaflex 521UV which I purchased from Newmar, Lowes or HD may have it also.
If it looks shiny maybe the paint in that area not silicone.
New roof PDF
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04-26-2013, 04:55 AM
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I agree, remove the old and use Dicor self leveling caulk. I put new plumping roof vents and the Dicor is fantastic. It is like working with marshmellow fluff.
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04-26-2013, 05:59 AM
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You don't want to use self leveling caulk/sealant on vertical surfaces, it'll all end up on the ground. 
If your rig is painted you want to use a clear silicone or other high tech clear caulk/sealant. I believe Newmar uses silicone.
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04-26-2013, 07:08 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Route 66
If your rig is painted you want to use a clear silicone or other high tech clear caulk/sealant. I believe Newmar uses silicone.
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Route66, it is full body paint and I thought it looked like silicone. I took the Diamond Shield off and the solvent I used to take the adhesive off loosened some of the caulk. Silicone it will be. When I sealed some things on the roofs I used the self leveling Dicor. Thanks all for your help. Bob
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04-26-2013, 06:03 PM
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Originally Posted by 007";1544775]You can use the Dicor or Sikaflex 521UV which I purchased from Newmar, Lowes or HD may have it also.
If it looks shiny maybe the paint in that area not silicone.
New[URL="http://comnet2.newmarcorp.com/instance1Env77NEWMAR/html/images/SS2013RRBT.pdf
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This product from Sika is white or black....not clear
https://www.google.ca/search?sourcei...q=Sikaflex+521
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04-27-2013, 04:31 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Renden
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and sure would like to know which product to use to remove excessive caulking................ 
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04-29-2013, 06:49 PM
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Sorry, missed the word verticle in the OP. ooopps.
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