Escapees September-October 2024

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Your RV Questions By MARK NEMETH #45776, Escapees Technical Advisor Send your questions via e-mail to techquestions@escapees.com

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EPDMRoo fi ng Q. We are preparing to replace our roof membrane on our class-A motorhome. I’m wondering if you have an opinion about Dicor products or recommendations on what to use? Sharon A. Dicor is a well-trusted company that’s been around for decades. They have good products, too. I’ve used a lot of Dicor over the years. If your membrane roof is still intact and has no structural problems, a coating is a lot less expensive than a membrane replacement. An exam ple: https://crazyseal.com. You can have them do the work, or buy the product and do it yourself (and save money ). These new roof coatings are amazing, and last for many years. Plus, they eliminate the chore of re-caulking roof seams.

RV Wall Color Has Changed Q. I noticed that the interior wall at my dining table, which has a window there and it is also in the area of the large awning, has changed colors. I checked for moisture and felt none; I also checked above the awning for openings at the seam as well as under the awning, and it looks fi ne. The other point is that it only shows from the table top level up and only between the table, window and refrigerator, which is to the back of the chair at the table. I also opened the outside vent to the fridge and saw no leakage. I did that because my ice-maker stopped working, and I wasn’t sure if the water continued to fl ow even with it turned o ff . What could cause that? How do I stop it? Christine A. Most stains like you describe are caused by moisture, but, on occasion, I have seen walls change color in an RV that was parked in storage with the blinds open. The daytime sun hit the same spot on the wall every day or its re fl ection off a shiny object might have discolored it over time. If that scenario isn’t likely in your rig, then I suspect you have a leak somewhere. Even though the area seems dry now, there may be water accumulating there when it rains. You need to check for moisture immediately after a heavy rain. Because water seeks the lowest point and can travel long distances, the point of entry could be well away from the area where you see the stain. A thorough inspection of the entire roof is in order to see if there are any obvious problems. Also, carefully check the seal around the window, as this is a common entry point.

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ESCAPEES Magazine September/October 2024