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06-21-2019, 07:14 AM
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Replacing plumbing vent......
Good morning,
After busting the vent with the shovel this spring while removing snow, it needs to be replaced. How to I get the self leveling caulking off? Can I use a heat gun?? Hot sun hasn't been around this year....
Thanks....
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06-21-2019, 07:35 AM
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You can use a heat gun, or just do what we do and use a plastic putty knife. You don't have to get all the old dicor off, just clean and you can apply more right on top of it.
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06-21-2019, 07:56 AM
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Just a suggestion if you are changing the vent cap anyway there are better ones than the stock one they put. Something like this. https://www.amazon.ca/Camco-40597-Bl...46971080&psc=1
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06-21-2019, 08:53 AM
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Thanks, but I already bought a replacement..
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06-21-2019, 08:55 AM
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I don't have a plastic scraper, but what about this 6" metal one. Should lessen the chance of any damage?
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06-21-2019, 09:04 AM
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It will work just fine. Just be careful not to nick the membrane.
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2012 Copper Canyon 273FWRET being towed by a 1994 Ford F350 CC,LB,Dually diesel.
Airlift 5000 bags, Prodigy brake control, 5 gauges on the pillar.Used to tow a '97 Jayco 323RKS.
Now an RVIA registered tech. Retired from Law enforcement in 2008 after 25+ yrs.
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06-21-2019, 09:24 AM
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Sounds good, thanks...
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06-21-2019, 11:28 AM
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Personally I would go with chuckster's first suggestion. Buy a plastic one and round off the corners. Very easy to nick the membrane. YMMV
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06-21-2019, 01:11 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Salt Life
I don't have a plastic scraper, but what about this 6" metal one. Should lessen the chance of any damage?
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Quote:
Originally Posted by 66joej
Personally I would go with chuckster's first suggestion. Buy a plastic one and round off the corners. Very easy to nick the membrane. YMMV
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X3!
Don't know how far the nearest store is, but $15 in fuel is a lot cheaper than tearing the roof membrane, just go buy one and keep it in your trailer tool box.
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06-21-2019, 03:23 PM
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I have to agree with those above. Get the plastic scraper. Costs next to nothing and a metal scraper will cut that membrane very easily. I carry 3 plastic scrapers of different sizes in my travel tool box and 2 in the trailer.
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06-21-2019, 03:57 PM
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The plastic scraper is nice to have if you have to remove any sealant from the siding also.
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06-21-2019, 04:47 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Logan X
The plastic scraper is nice to have if you have to remove any sealant from the siding also.
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Good point....
I'm using this Dicor product. How long does it have to set b4 exposed to moisture? Sez nothing on the tube...
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06-21-2019, 04:50 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Salt Life
Good point....
I'm using this Dicor product. How long does it have to set b4 exposed to moisture? Sez nothing on the tube...
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Here you go;
https://dicorproducts.com/product/epdm-lap-sealants/
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06-21-2019, 05:43 PM
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Another "must have" addition to the RV tool box is plastic razor blades.... Yes, PLASTIC razor blades. Almost all of us have a razor blade paint scraper that we use with single edge razor blades to clean paint off windows and to scrape "stuff" around the house. Plastic razor blades, (about $5 per 100) are much less prone to damage FILON siding, TPO roofing and fiberglass front caps.
Here's just one place to get them. I keep a pack of 100 in the trailer and a pack of 100 in the pole barn (my workshop).
https://www.amazon.com/TCP-Global-Pl...-1-spons&psc=1
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06-21-2019, 06:10 PM
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Originally Posted by sourdough
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Thanks... 4hrs and it's waterproof. 30 days to 100% cure, wow...
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06-21-2019, 06:36 PM
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That stuff is gooey a lot longer than 30 days. I’ve upgraded vents on new (6 Mo old) units and it’s a messy job.
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Airlift 5000 bags, Prodigy brake control, 5 gauges on the pillar.Used to tow a '97 Jayco 323RKS.
Now an RVIA registered tech. Retired from Law enforcement in 2008 after 25+ yrs.
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06-22-2019, 04:03 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by JRTJH
Another "must have" addition to the RV tool box is plastic razor blades.... Yes, PLASTIC razor blades. Almost all of us have a razor blade paint scraper that we use with single edge razor blades to clean paint off windows and to scrape "stuff" around the house. Plastic razor blades, (about $5 per 100) are much less prone to damage FILON siding, TPO roofing and fiberglass front caps.
Here's just one place to get them. I keep a pack of 100 in the trailer and a pack of 100 in the pole barn (my workshop).
https://www.amazon.com/TCP-Global-Pl...-1-spons&psc=1
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Thanks for the info John. I actually did not know these were even made. Will order some.
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06-22-2019, 05:53 PM
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That membrane is thin.... Nope, didn't tear it. Drove 50 miles round trip for $2 worth of plastic scrapers. It all went well..
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06-22-2019, 05:56 PM
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Installed....
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06-22-2019, 06:30 PM
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You did good!!
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Airlift 5000 bags, Prodigy brake control, 5 gauges on the pillar.Used to tow a '97 Jayco 323RKS.
Now an RVIA registered tech. Retired from Law enforcement in 2008 after 25+ yrs.
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