“ It’s load bearing aluminum foil “, lmao! Don’t tell them I that, they will believe you! I love your work ethic and informative videos. Been doing this almost 4 decades but it’s always great to see other techs going through the same process. Keep it up, your videos are always fun to watch.

Boy do I miss the old day of metal roofs. My RV trailer in New Zealand that came from England had an aluminum roof and was amazing.

@Tonisuperfly

2 күн бұрын

A single piece of aluminium or joined pieces?

Aside from your incredible talent and work ethic, your positive and cheerful attitude makes this channel exceptional.

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 😀

When you mentioned ‘down in Georgia how they do things’ I had to think. You’re talking the ‘rv roof install’ guys who also have a KZread channel and do the seam welding etc. They’re amazing guys and do incredible work too. Not unlike yourself, Chad and Micah. Thanks James.

@AZExpert

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks

Im doing mine this summer to get it over with and its gonna be commercial for ever, worked with epdm and tpo for the last 7 years you cant go wrong.Good Job!!!

Now you know why we are the best James. It's not easy by no means. Although we do have full wrap scaffolding and we are inside. I'll bet you all got stones with that solvent adhesive...lol. Dicor may be easier to out down but it certainly isn't better. We don't use GAF anymore. I may have to make a road trip to show you all how to get it done...lol.

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

never doubted your roof or method and have always been jealous of your catwalk. Luckily we were in a well ventilated location! Thanks!

@RVROOFINSTALL

3 жыл бұрын

@@AZExpert that's is a structured membrane... that's the weave or mesh you see. 45 mil is a bit easier to work with. We use 60. I'd like to see his curbs as well. Takes me 1.5 hrs to build one and I designed them. Critical welds on the curbs.

@jimmymontes7426

2 жыл бұрын

This is awesome my 2 favorite youtubers complimenting one another. Just started my 5th wheel rebuild July 6th. Lots of dry rot. Wall with slider is leaning in. Kids and wife want me to set trailer on fire. Buy another but I am debt free wanna remain that way

@jimharney1047

2 жыл бұрын

Is it a good idea to glue 45mil tpo to 1/4" luan that's glued to foam board on a aluminum trussed roof?

@thercrv8202

Жыл бұрын

What ever happened to that vent pipe you cut off? How did you reattach it if you did?

The real way to bond TPO is gluing the deck and the sheet. Roll it in once it's tacky. I see all these rvs fail because roofs are put on wrong, gluing only deck. Of coarse I am a commercial roofer of 25 years so have significant experience

After all that work you would have thought the owner would have let you guy's complete the whole job. Another great job!!

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

We have never heat welded or built curbing so it would be a difficult job to stand behind

This is Amazing Content - it’s great to see such skill in action.

Micah and Chad, you can admire there work, just awesome. The Picasso’s of repairs. Nice camera work James.

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

thank you

Even though it's hard to work with, that roof will last. Well worth using, at least from an owners view. Looks like yall did a great job!

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍

I came across this channel and got a lot to learn from the rv specialist thanks for sharing my man

Great video James. Where you cut the wires was where I had my leak problem. It originally had foam that had dried out and turned to dust. I squirted silicon into it like the ones you removed. Still had a leak, so I foamed it again. No more leak so far. Best Wishes! Kevin

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

I'm glad you got it fixed, it's very surprising how little thought is given to openings in walls and roofs

Another QUALITY repair…. 👍💪💯

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍

Awesome video James!

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it

I like that TPO roof better then the cheap stuff that comes from the factory to bad they didnt install this from the factory you guys did a great job!

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

thank you!

Very informative video - and greetings from New Zealand.

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

thank you so much!

I watched videos about that roof stuff from some company in the east. They make curbs and heat weld it all together. It’s good stuff. Expensive but it will out last the coach. Good video 👍🏼

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

yes they do a very good job and have a great shop

@professionalinspectionserv9468

2 жыл бұрын

They do a good job but unaffordable. Cost more to install then the rv is worth, when I got a quote. Have to figure out how to do it on my own, material not expensive only the guys doing the work.

thank you for the video this is exactly what I'm putting on my Monaco Windsor this week I'm gooing to leave everything off the roof I already replaced all the wood thanks again

@AZExpert

2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome

Good job since you helped get it done!

@AZExpert

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Well done!

Nice work

One of those screw driver things. Good video, thanks James. Happy trails!

@AZExpert

Жыл бұрын

Stay Awesome, Phil!

Thanks for showing us this. It would be great if the owner provides us some updates on how he finished the job. RV roofs do seem to be problematic and prone to failure and the industry should do something to improve the long term outlook. The commercial roof route seem to have some advantages over the RV roofs even if it's much harder to apply.

@AZExpert

2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome

Hi James, Thanks for your videos I live in Ga and after watching your instructions I acquired a 2000 30Q hurricane and did a complete redo, and installed the PVC roof I wanted the Commercial TPO but it was way out of my price range, With your instructions the PVC was a very doable job. they had the PVC membrane but no glue I asked them what was required to comply with the warranty and was told and sourced and completed thanks again

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

I'm glad to hear it. Thanks!

@jimharney1047

2 жыл бұрын

How thick was the pvc and the decking that it was glued to?

Good job, hope the owner will finish it properly

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

I think so

Great job.

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

For one such as myself who keeps RVs for a very long time this seems like the way to go aside from difficulty of installation

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

I'm sure like all things it gets easier, but it is strong

@KeithHeil-zk6vl

Жыл бұрын

I wonder about a metal roof. Been looking to find information but not finding much.

@robertmorales2511

7 ай бұрын

What is best way to glue sides? Or what type of sealant or adhesive?

While on the topic of roof repair, I have got my own little project going on. I am repairing the edpm (auto correct inserted Rodman then Edomite in place of “edpm”. You gotta love the auto correct feature.) roof on my 23’ travel trailer. So, it has been a zen practice removing the flaking paint from the “Rodman” roof. I started with Dawn, water and stiff bristle brush to get the big patches. I am now down to a putty knife with a sharpened edge to coax some of the remainder. If it doesn’t come up willing, I leave it and move on. I will be applying Pro Guard Liquid Roof (primers and sealant). I have on occasion lost focus and nicked the roof down to the black (

That's the roof material that manufacturers SHOULD be using. I'll be replacing our 5th wheel roof with that when it's time.

James you're beginning to be very popular you had over a hundred views in the first 16 minutes you posted that so that's pretty terrific now you won't be able to go any place that people recognizing you

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

it's somewhat strange to be sure, thank you!

SOUNDS TO ME .....LIKE YOU DID THIS JOB TWICE .... first and last !

Hi your videos are incredible, love watching them. I have a 2006 Itasca approximately to replace the roof on it. No leaks but the membrane is loose in a few areas. We are snowbirds from Canada and head down to Arizona for the winters.

@AZExpert

2 жыл бұрын

Keep an eye on it

Good job as usual.. It does look more difficult job with the thicker material... When i drive past Cassone's RV I wave.

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍

Did mine last year same way. I highly recommend it but definitely not for a amature. Built my own curbs and all. After doing standard rv too roofs I will never go back to rv standards. Bought another rv last month and even though the roof is in good shape I'll be replacing it with GAF and curbs. I was quoted $10k to have my roof replaced. I did it for less than $2k

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

that's really impressive, I think the supplies for this job were more than that. It's a big job for sure.

I did the 60 mil tpo on my coach also built the curbs myself . I also used m-1 chemlink adhesive sealant with primer .

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

That's very impressive too! I'm confident I would not do the curbs correctly.

@72east

3 жыл бұрын

I'm about to do the same to my coach. 60mil GAF TPO. I had already fabricated the curbs, used GAF detail membrane and heat welded all together. It's a VERY tedious and time consuming process! I made a few mistakes along the way and had to redo a few. That's expected when you're learning to do this but gets easier over time. Now I'm ready to install next week!

That’s pretty neat

@AZExpert

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! :)

Firestone has a TPO peel and stick roll that is flexible like EPDM called Flex Adhered, you might like it.....just started watching your videos because I just bought an RV.

@AZExpert

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

When I used to do laminate on cabinets, if it was a long run we would use pipes every so often to keep it from touching it until we laid it down I don’t know if that something you could try or think about next time.Pipes would be maybe a foot to a foot n half apart and then you would pull pipe out smooth that out to the next pipe then pull that pipe out.u get the idea. Something to think about

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

we thought about it but didnt trust the process not to fail

You Tubers!!!! I get your point though, people on here present themselves as experts and do not have the slightest clue. Do not jump on the first video you see on any given subject. Explore and learn, take the time to get multiple points of view. Or just go to AZ Expert first!!!

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

I was mostly making fun of myself. I watch youtube videos all the time for help too.

@agentorange2554

3 жыл бұрын

@@AZExpert It's a great source for DIY, but some people(my wife) think you can fix and build everything with staples and super glue!!!!!! They are on there too.

I did this on my prowler fifthwheel but just fastened it and I live in northern Quebec went true much heavy off road in winter never leak never ripen but I got to find metals max air some day 😁

@AZExpert

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing!

@Tonisuperfly

2 күн бұрын

What do you mean you just fastened it? You didn’t glue it?

I’m not sure if this will get seen since this is an older video, but…Why isn’t marine grade plywood used in place of that crappy luan? I know cost & weight might be the first thoughts but wouldn’t that be a better option? Would there be a problem with the adhesive binding to the marine plywood or some sort of other waterproofing ? I’m just wondering after watching nearly all of your roof replacement videos…LoL! Great Information Channel for existing and new RV owners!

On a plus note, it's not going to balloon. Jajaja!😜

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

i sure hope not!

Hi i just saw this and i will like to ask would it be possible to use fiberglass instead or is it more expensive or harder to work with seeing that you have to sand it then paint i like how you work and how you explain things its always good to see a master at work i love rv but where i live unfortunately we don't have them here so much but one day i'll have my own

👍 Maybe you didn't 100% work on it, but the owner of the Discovery is lucky at least to have you check out the work your buddies did and help out here and there when you had the time in between jobs.

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

I can't thank Cassone's RV enough for helping him out.

i used this on my class A over 10 years ago .. good stuff but glue not so much as i have spots that came up but with driving speeds it does not care can stays where you put it , lots of trees tested my roof as i am 12.6 high with out ac units and did not hurt it . hard part was dicor of any kind does not like to stick to it at all and comes right off 6 months latter

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

that's good to know about the dicor. Thanks

Owner should have had the channel that specializes in 60 mil TPO roofs do it. It should be noted that it seems that this fairly long Class A owner was trying to get this done on the very cheap. Even with purchasing the commercial TPO roof for this size coach, $2k to do the install is way too cheap. We did have a roof replacement for our very much smaller 25' 6" estimated by the other channel and it was too expensive for us but with a warranty that would probably outlive us and maybe even RVROOFINSTALL. If you want a 60 mil TPO roof, go to the experts that do that, however, be prepared to pay for it. For AZ Expert and for Cassone RV that did this one, congratulations! You were very kind to this owner, and we hope you got paid correctly for your efforts.

@AZExpert

Жыл бұрын

While I feel your intention of your comment was good, giving advice to the owner against my channel seems less than good natured. As a warning to others, still unkind. Cassone's RV merely helped a RVer that had been taken advantage of and had a roof exposed to the weather, I just brought interested viewers along and helped where I could.

@ChristianTravelers

Жыл бұрын

@@AZExpert No, you're misconstruing our comment! Love your channel and would not give against it! We were chastising the owner for trying to get others to do work that for $2k was unreasonable! Note the end of the comment where we say you are very kind and did excellent work on that owners coach!

@AZExpert

Жыл бұрын

Sounds great!! It can be difficult to know the emotions of words. Thank you for the kind words and support :)

We were looking forward to a road trip to Arizona and contacting you soon to utilize your expert and skillfully professional talents to tackle a small water delamination corner spot on our Snowriver Truck Camper. We only wanted the best in the industry. Have you retired from repair and just do inspections now? All the best to you. Stay Safe and Free.

@AZExpert

2 жыл бұрын

I'm so busy I don't have time to take on any new work! Thanks for the thought though

I'm putting a rubber roof on my Winnebago as, yes, it blew off in a wind storm. Can you tell me what you used to roll on the adhesive here? It looks like just a standard paint roll brush but want to make sure as I would think they would absorb too much stuff. Any quick answers would be appreciated. Awesome channel. Thanks,

And whose You Tube channel did the owner watch hmmmm

@kenj.8897

3 жыл бұрын

Moron , moron , I think I know also lol

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

I believe they are out of Georgia

@chad..8189

3 жыл бұрын

The put more on guy! 😆

@johnschmehl668

3 жыл бұрын

I believe it is too.

@billyrose7181

Жыл бұрын

The only guy that puts more on is a moron lol!!! I am curious if you think it is worth the extra cost of this material ?

Nice video. Do you have to use the Contact Cement? I thought TPO roofs use a different glue, not contact cement.

"Commercial grade TPO" is identified as 60mil or thicker by the WSRCA, NRCA, and by nearly every manufacturer since 2009. And that's 60 before you factor things like fleece thickness. The reason why is TPO naturally erodes, losing thickness every year. Especially those utilizing halogenated fire retardants as opposed to the more modern formulas which prefer magnesium.

Sounds like he found the KZread channel RV ROOF INSTALL. He correctly installs a roof and will warranty it for 20 years. He is the best RV roof installer period. Check out his channel.

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

sure thanks

No Chad, No Chad!....bad Chad. 😆 Well that thick tpo stuff just makes a heck of a lot more sense! Vs the thin, easy stretch, easy rip crap. Cheers 🍻

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

it is far superior indeed

I have a sun lite slide in pickup camper, the roof looks to be rubber with felt backing, what glue would I use? I haven’t removed anything as yet would this have luanne or plywood? The side walls seam soft so I’ll have to remove the aluminum siding.

I repaired my pop up. I don't know what the fabric is called but, I got it from my client. He transports wine in 18 wheeler containers. It's a big 20x10 ft Bladder that holds wine. The fabric is plastic and has cloth inside of it. Very tough fabric...

I have a truck camper where the front has a crack in it apparently from a roof leak that collected water and broke through the outer material. I am new to this camper and have never had a roof leak. As you know this water was from all the rain we got recently here in Phoenix Metro. Would the tpo material be a good replacement for this crack?

im struggleing with my pop out roof..the first try was a fail .the glue folded and what a mess.now i had a local roofing place glue the roof on the wood first .but there are bubbles that im not shure if the slide seals will lay over...its pvc thick roof....my question is can the slide roof free float with only glue in spots and the surrounding screws holding it on....do i have to glue the whole roof to the wood..

That seems like it would be a true monster of a roof once installed but the installation process itself, wow😳 Perhaps better suited as a factory option as a custom-ordered feature. I would pay extra for a roof like that... presuming the factory installs it correctly of course.

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

I am surprised it's not offered too, I understand as production RV is a very streamlined operation, but the new PVC roofs seem to be about the same quality.

Sounds like it is the material the manufactures should have used....

What do you use to clean glue off old plywood ?

I'm thinking about going with 45mil Tpo. But I'm not sure if 1/4" luan is sufficient to bond it to. One supplier says that 1/2" plywood must be used. I have a 2006 Rockwood ultralite with aluminum roof supports and 1/4" luan glued to foam. Any advice would be appreciated.

He will have a hell of a time inside of the RV with the smell of the glue. We used the same glue and it set off the fire alarm on a building we did.

@AZExpert

2 жыл бұрын

It's fine lol

12:10 where do I find this wood? Thats where I am at. I have the exact same roof and doing the TPO thing...but this wood...lol. Thank you SO MUCH for what you do for us!

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

it's just 1/8 luan from Home Depot

Wish you were near me here in Georgia. I need my trailer top replaced and can't get anyone to do it,no return calls or they dont answer the phone.

Not to change your subject I have a water heater that hot water doesn't leave the water tank I've drained it filled it up or turn the water on with the plug out water goes into it fills it what not but will not leave do you have any suggestions stranded thanks Matt

Georgia boy knows how to do it lol

@AZExpert

2 жыл бұрын

thanks for watching!

Where can I buy this commercial grade roofing material? .. and all the materials?

What do think about rv manufacturers using thin aluminum in place rubber. The benefits are no UV damage. Tear resistant min cost increase

You removed the awning arms all wrong....ha ha...does that make me negative? Good job, bad Chad !!

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

not at all, I wouldn't be a good RV tech if I didn't do things wrong a few times first.

❤ Having worked with plastic laminate (mica) liquor thinner will cut the glue. Not sure what it will do to the TPO.

@AZExpert

2 жыл бұрын

not advised for use

The guy has been watching too much RV Roof Repair. Wanting to make risers and melt the GAF together. They only show so much on that channel. Just enough to keep you interested. All I can say is good luck. 😆🤣

@AZExpert

2 жыл бұрын

I've been doing roof repairs for 20 years so....

do you have a materials list and 60 mil, torch down?, Is that beautiful or if you got coal tar and asphalt or vinyl composite?

What is the name of the tarp you put on the roof? Where can I get it online and have it sent to Mexico?

Hail proof. Commercial building rated.

@AZExpert

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks

What are the curbs are you talking about?

the spray on Rhino lining is the way to do it now , I would never do this , to easy to damage it

Inspect mine every time i go out lol

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

that's a great idea

Ha ha love the Avengers reference

@AZExpert

2 жыл бұрын

I'm a nerd

The TPO ROOFING I HAVE IS SMOOTH ON ONE SIDE AND TEXTURE ON THE OTHER SIDE, WHAT SIDE GOES UP, THANKS

That stuff will outlast the RV ....

@AZExpert

Жыл бұрын

That is the hope

Harder to work with, but if you can find a niche installing it, it may be worth it.

I can see why you didn't take this job or have time for it lol. Damn 1000lb roll of tpo. Last person was probably like ya I'm not dealing with this roll of tpo lmao.

Hello, I am just wondering what certifications are needed to do work on a trailer/RV, as far as gas, propane, and electrical go do you have to be licensed in this specific trades? Looking to get into a business fixing them.

@AZExpert

2 жыл бұрын

RVIA certification

@professionalinspectionserv9468

2 жыл бұрын

This field is not regulated so there is no requirements, check your state. It may be best to have some sort of RVIA credentials to help kick start your business. I am not much of a fan of RVIA they make you pay for "the decal" when you purchase most RVs. You do not get anything for it but support their organization. I am sure other professional organizations would love to automatically get paid from the buyer/client to support them.

Where do i get a roll of this type of membrane

What is the “curbing” you were talking about? Maybe a video showing that?

@jimmyninjapants3467

3 жыл бұрын

Watch any of their videos. They make their own curbing. It’s gotta be pricey, but if I were to buy another RV, I’d seriously consider them before I ever used the thing. kzread.info

Which roof material do you think is best for 5th wheels.

@AZExpert

2 жыл бұрын

Depends on the manufacturer

Without priming the surface first no caulking will stick to these roofs. I’ve learned from experience you don’t prime it will leak.

@AZExpert

2 жыл бұрын

THanks for the comment

Wow! Very eye opening. Note to self, if you buy a “rubber roof” Rv sell it in before the roof goes bad! Is the very “thin fiberglass” covering one piece fiberglass roofs much better?

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

fiberglass is best

@user-dq3jk9py4q

7 ай бұрын

Which manufacturer uses fiberglass roofs? Thank you

LIKE,LIKE,LIKE

@AZExpert

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! :)

Good job first time. Rolling glue too thin. The bubbles will gas out. Don't use 40 minute rule. Roll in once it's tacky or else it over dries

Can you tell us what kind of roof we have, can’t figure it out? We have National Sea View, love her but we watch you and we’ll want to treat her right !

doesn't that door need a bigger gap underneath it?

Question: I designed and built a DIY small pull behind camper, and I am near completion on the inside and it's currently inside a shop. I used wood sheeting top and sides. What would you recommend me to use for the roof and the sides to make it waterproof and will last several years.

@1982MCI

Жыл бұрын

I would use a fiberglass on it Jon. You can get it in rolls just like what they use on the side walls of these new high end class As and you can get a roll up to 45’ long. It would be a great product to use on the top and sides of your tiny camper since it’s good enough for $3 million dollar coaches. I’ve seen it available thru RecPro and a few other RV parts suppliers so just look around. Good luck on whatever you choose to use tho and keep me up to date on how it goes. I’d love to build one myself after I get done with my MCI remodel

@user-dq3jk9py4q

7 ай бұрын

Aluminum like the one used on airstream.

Curious about the cost of a new roof if the structure is good,? I have a 20ft 2008 Thor toyhauler and the roof is decenigrating

@AZExpert

2 жыл бұрын

It is still thousands

i tried to do it on my 2×6 slide roof..😢😢the plywoodwas out of my slide.i cut pvc .put glue on and when i applied pvc i missed the mark and it stuck..epic fail .you need two people even with a small piece..

Yes we do go you tube and watch because we think we can do it and then we need the pros .....

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

I'm with you, youtube helps me out so much almost every day

What would a 38" Class A cost for a new roof with all new wood cost?

It’s obvious that the owner was watching videos from RV roof install. Why didn’t he just go to them? They use commercial TPO with curbs

I have a 19 ft RV how much do they cost?