And so it begins II... Roof Repair

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And so it begins II... Roof Repair

February 10, 2022, 07:34:51 pm

The most important consideration when using eternabond is the prep. Compared to the prep, laying the eternabond is almost a breeze. I cleaned all the way down to the fiberglass and the alumanium roof. Do not even think about short cuts. If you cannot shave using the aluminum as a mirror, you have not done an adequate job.

After prepping, I cleaned with simple green and a good wet wipe of the area to thoroughly remove all and any simple green residue. I then washed thoroughly with a hard brush, soap and water and again dried with a clean cloth. Lastly I cleaned with vinigar again wiping with a clean cloth.

There were quite a few holes in the aluminum and I sealed this with black gasket maker, let it dry and applied EB over that. How do I justify this choice? I really cannot other than it was on hand and was applied prior to the EB. Theoretically, this should not be a problem.

I decided not to re-use the transition strip as it would re-create the previous 'tented' effect which did not appeal to me as it caused water to pool. Instead of the original 1 1/2" wood, I went with a standard 2x4 for ceiling/roof attachment and stability. I also got really radical and used deck screws rather than the original round head screw to minimizing the 'tent' effect when applying the EB. (Time will prove if this was a good idea).

I bought an Ab exercise wheel to provide the need pressure to apply the EB and properly activate the EB adhesive. (I waited until the temp was at least 70 deg).

Although this is a quick synopsis, the work took a few hours and there is plenty more to do. I know there are many of you who have far greater experience than I, so go easy on me but certainly share your honest thoughts.

Re: And so it begins II... Roof Repair

Reply #1 – February 10, 2022, 08:14:08 pm

Your LD's roof has been top coated with a reflective coating along with a fiber enforcement, not what the average LD's roof has been subjected to. Usually, it isn't as huge a project to clean the roof seam before applying the tape. In this case, you are going about it in the right way.
Keep it up.

Larry

Re: And so it begins II... Roof Repair

Reply #2 – February 10, 2022, 09:18:50 pm

Quote from: Larry W - February 10, 2022, 08:14:08 pm

Your LD's roof has been top coated with a reflective coating along with a fiber enforcement, not what the average LD's roof has been subjected to. Usually, it isn't as huge a project to clean the roof seam before applying the tape. In this case, you are going about it in the right way.
Keep it up.

Larry

Thanks for the encouragement Larry.

Re: And so it begins II... Roof Repair

Reply #3 – February 11, 2022, 07:23:26 am

Someone sure gave you a project. I wonder where folks come up with all the oddball ideas for roof sealing?

Re: And so it begins II... Roof Repair

Reply #4 – February 11, 2022, 12:30:47 pm

Quote from: Don Malpas - February 11, 2022, 07:23:26 am

Someone sure gave you a project. I wonder where folks come up with all the oddball ideas for roof sealing?

Years ago, reflective roof coatings for RV roofs were popular and may still be so in some places.
While the coating may seal the roof, eventually the coating dries and cracks, allowing leaks again. To reseal a coated roof requires cutting the coating away along the seams, best done with a vibratory tool.
Our first LD, 1983 FL had a coated roof, it was a PIA to remove and reseal.

Larry

Re: And so it begins II... Roof Repair

Reply #5 – February 11, 2022, 05:15:02 pm

Hi "Mindispower",

I have to give you major kudos for tackling this project; you are doing your best to preserve your LD.

Keep up the good work!

Steve K

Re: And so it begins II... Roof Repair

Reply #6 – February 11, 2022, 06:59:36 pm

Quote from: Steve K. - February 11, 2022, 05:15:02 pm

Hi "Mindispower",

I have to give you major kudos for tackling this project; you are doing your best to preserve your LD.

Keep up the good work!

Steve K

Thanks Steve. Still a loooooong way to go.

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