Thank you James, you help so many of us

@AZExpert

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Ben! Glad to help

Good troubleshooting. Thanks for the video James. Happy trails!

@AZExpert

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Phil

Always learn something. When I’m repairing my rv I try to channel your problem solving ability.

@AZExpert

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much. All I ever do is try my best.

I'm glad I found your channel earlier this year. Your videos are probably the most helpful ones that I can find. Thanks for taking the time to put these videos up for us. I think I'll just bring my Vectra to you to do the roof seals and the basement ac blower fan bearings. It's only a couple hours drive from San Diego ;)

@AZExpert

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for the praise and confidence. Of course we would be very happy to help.

@kpcrf450

4 жыл бұрын

I think your videos are great so 311 on the winnebago roofs that's great to know where are u located?

👍🏻👍🏻 great video as usual. Now you have close to 20,000 because you do good work and you are teaching us. Thank you professor

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

I appreciate that!

I like your teaching and your wealth of information! Thank you again.

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

You are very welcome

Need to hire yourself a camera crew so you could use both hands LOL. Really like your videos learning a lot.

@AZExpert

2 жыл бұрын

Maybe one day! For now this will have to do

Learning a lot from your videos. Appreciate the effort you put into making them. Thank you!

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear it!

You are the man it is so hard to find those leaks I’ve got one in one of my slides and I cannot track it down and I will go and inspect all my radius sealants thanks a lot👍

@AZExpert

4 жыл бұрын

Glad to help

Wow ur info so helpful an giving the sealants names an how used is nice 👍 the finger wipe too 😁

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it!!

1000, you do good work. You're my go to repair guy.

@AZExpert

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!!

James, as you have probably already gathered, I am binge watching all of your videos! Lol They're awesome as is your workmanship. I want to talk to you! Paul

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. I'll try to answer your email as soon as I can. Thanks!

@stratolestele7611

3 жыл бұрын

@@AZExpert I look forward to hearing from you.

Well explained and well done video ! Very useful!!

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

My 2003 Winn Journey has been developing the same issues. You have addressed this in a couple of videos and showing us what products and techniques to use have been invaluable! I really think that I now am on top of this issue thanks to you. Now if you can show me how to fix the stained carpet.

@AZExpert

4 жыл бұрын

that is great news. I'm glad you found them helpful. There are some techniques to the stained ceiling fabrics. Generally I spray a cleaner and blow it out with an air nozzle from shop air into a terry cloth.

Congratulations

@AZExpert

2 жыл бұрын

Hey, Thanks for watching! :)

Nice informative video, like the fact that your showing what brand of sealant your using to fix these leaks, and where likely spots to look for leaks👍

@AZExpert

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍

Nice job!!

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Thank god ive been quarantined because I dig as far as I can go. I actually enjoy this trade. Find it , eBay it and fix it.

@AZExpert

4 жыл бұрын

I really do enjoy RVs and RVing, they just don't like me it seems. :)

He’s the nicest guy. Chad’s no slouch either. Would be a lot of fun to work with. I Would fall off the roof first day.

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

Chad is much better, it's a good day when I get to work with him

Excellent AZ, need to mention your name, so if you did, I can’t remember😆. Anyhow, we think “YOU” for the excellent review and detail repairs you do and show. I can say I learn something on every video, and I think I know it all🤔. HaHaHa ...... Really enjoy your work ethics 👍. Question: When do we use Dicor lap sealant vs. the Proflex? Which one is better on a TPO roof? Thanks, you the man.......

@AZExpert

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much again for the high praise. Dicor self leveling sealant is used as an acrylic-based lap sealant that caps flanges and seams which is most commonly used on TPO and rubber roof seams and components. Proflex is a non self leveling sealant, rated for exterior use. It works more like silicone as a bead that should be tooled or spread with a finger. It is much less common on TPO or rubber roofs. I hope that helps. Generally, Proflex would not be used on a TPO or rubber roof RV. My main use of Proflex is on Winnebago fiberglass roof edges or as an adhesive. I hope that helps, and thank for watching!!

@mrmudstud5980

4 жыл бұрын

AZ Expert Thanks for the detailed explanation for usage. I will continue with Dicor sealant since I have the TPO surface. If I am in the glueing process on a exterior project then will consider Proflex 👍...... Got It now, always trying to stay on top of all ideas and methods.

So I know you are not a fan of Eternabond, I love the stuff and this guy could have thrown a strip up there to slow down the water leak. While on a cross country trip we got a nasty leak in the sun dome over the shower. It was dripping into the tub so not a major mess, I simply opened the gray valve and away the water ran. 2 days later it stopped raining and I patched with Eternabond and Dicor self leveling. 6 years later the roadside repair is still holding!!! Cannot always do the expert work you do but easy repairs sometimes work!!

@AZExpert

4 жыл бұрын

Nothing better than a roof leak into the shower for sure! Yes, tape does work, but if a skylight is leaking the lens is cracked or the flange is loose to the roof. The lap sealant is only to re-direct water, it is not the primary seal. I'm glad it has held up all this time. Factories do not always do a good job putting those down. Thanks!

MORE GREAT INFO... Thanks very much. If you ever start a Patreon, I'll join it.

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

thank you so much. I'm concerned that Patreon would cause a great deal of anxiety but I will keep an open mind about it

I have a 2001 bounder, roof good no leaks, My question is what should I use If I have a rip or tear to fix. Thanks I am watching you and learning a lot !

Love you info and instruction. Do you have a video on repairing ceiling options, for after a leak has accurred? Mine sagging, coming off substrate. Mine leaked over cabinets, front cap connection. Travel trailer.

@AZExpert

4 жыл бұрын

Not yet!

You deserve the subscribers. You mentioned annual inspections. What would you have seen that alerts you to this leak, assuming it had not been running down somewhere visible.

@AZExpert

4 жыл бұрын

Well the water coming in onto the dash was the big indication. Very often the will be staining on ceiling fabric or bubbling wall and cabinet wood. Thanks!

You make good videos. I have a 2020 trailer (brand new) i have already fixed a roof leak after our first trip. Haha. Your videos challenge me to get out there and fix the leaks. Thanks for making them. One word of feedback try to make the audio at a more constant level. I don't know how you would do it though. Anyway thanks.

@AZExpert

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback. Audio normalization is a step that I always forget to apply when editing a video. I will try to be more vigilant about it in the future.

Just plugged you on IRV2 in the Winnebago group. Lets see what that does. Might do facebook next.

@AZExpert

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the support, I'm not very good at self-promotion! :)

James, I'm soon picking up my new-to-me 1999 Monaco Windsor (no slides!), and I'm sure there will be roof adventure involved. I was thinking about applying something like *ArmorPoxy ArmorRoof* sealant if I find out that there are not any big worn areas. Can you comment on your experiences in re-sealing where a rubber or plastic roof is wearing but not checked/damaged? If there's a better product, I'd like to know it. Opinions gratefully noted!

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

I'd be surprised if your roof is rubber or plastic so with fiberglass or metal you should be fine with any of the thicker roof coatings like armorroof

I enjoy your videos, but i I would suggest using a smoke machine to find leaks.

@AZExpert

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tip

It was clearly riding the dog that got you over 1000.

@AZExpert

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks. My daughter made that for me and I hope it lets viewers know that I try to have fun.

When you reinstall a roof vent, do you put any sealant on the roof first then place the vent down on to the roof, then screw it down and finally put sealant over the vent edge and roof? What sealant do you use for this process? I have watched lots of your roof replacements and know you use several different sealants, but seam to miss witch ones you use at different locations. I have ProFlex in clear and white, Lexel white and clear and will order some Nuflex 311. I will be using these sealants on a Winnebago Filon material. Roof material was replaced last year by a shop that has NO craftmanship skills and I need to redo some of their sealants and reposition one vent so I can get the inside trim installed properly , they broke the corners when they replaced the screws. well enough rants if you could please tell me what sealants to use and where it would be greatly appreciated and please keep up the great videos. THANKS

@AZExpert

4 жыл бұрын

Winnebago uses black butyl putty tape but I do not like like it as it is very messy and requires compression which is difficult with 1/8" luan underlayment. Long story short, I use 100% silicone sealant either white or clear, it is a great adhesive and sealant and the nuflex will stick to it as it is silicone. I am sorry the roof did not turn out so well. I have bad days very often too. Thanks!/

Flex seal works in Rvs?

Your more interesting then This Old House

@AZExpert

4 жыл бұрын

WOW, that's one of my favorite shows....that is very high praise. Thank you!!!

I have Open Range that has the PVC roof, what would be the best lap sealant for the roof and also which sealant is used for the trim pieces? I can successfully say that I have finished almost all of your videos and learn something from every one of them. Just wish you were closer to me because nobody around me cares about their work like you do!!!!! So I have to DIY most of the repairs...

@AZExpert

4 жыл бұрын

WOW all of them? I am happy to hear they are helpful. PVC roofs are newer to the market but seem to be a great product so far. While Dicor or Alpha sealant should stick, LaSalle Bristol has a universal sealant if you have any doubt. It is XTRM Universal and is a bit thinner than the Dicor self leveling. www.etrailer.com/RV-Exterior/LaSalle-Bristol/34427034145-1.html

@jeffshaeffer4469

4 жыл бұрын

@@AZExpert yes all of them well 3/4s of them that pertain to the travel trailer portion. I actually purchased the XTRM from a local supplier, just want to make sure I mix well with existing sealant. Already had a leak at the front cap..... hoping it's isolated. Thanks again!!!

Have you ever seen a gutter spout used to any degree at the cap? It would also slow the water streaks down the side

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

Those gutter extensions are difficult to use on a Winnebago, because Winnebago's roofs are wierd. Thanks!

@lonesomedovefree1429

3 жыл бұрын

Weird to say the least

Gota lota bord games! LOL

@AZExpert

4 жыл бұрын

RVs and board games seem to go together like chocolate and peanut butter. Thanks!

@Patriotsoul

4 жыл бұрын

AZ Expert love your vids I’ve learned a ton. Would you prefer a aluminum sided trailer or a fiberglass? I use mine in pretty extreme conditions off road with lots of articulation. I sold my 1980 18’ aluminum sided trailer and it never had a delam issue;) it was easy to repair if a stick or rock hit it. I’m now looking again and would like to hear your response. Thanks for the vids!

@AZExpert

4 жыл бұрын

@@Patriotsoul I'm glad to hear that the videos help. My own opinion is that aluminium trailers seem to last forever and can be repaired easily. They are uglier and heavier though. A laminated trailer will eventually delaminate but are nicer and lighter.

@Patriotsoul

4 жыл бұрын

AZ Expert Thank you for your feedback. I will most likely go back with a four season aluminum sided trailer if I can find one and swap the springs to the top of the axle housing to gain ground clearance.

@AZExpert

4 жыл бұрын

@@Patriotsoul Don't forgert though, non of these should be dragged off road at highway speeds. :)

James getting ready to remove old sealant on all vents Ac etc, would you use 311 or dicor ?

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

nuflex 311 on Winnebago roof components

@mikemurphy2814

3 жыл бұрын

@@AZExpert not a Winnebago, is there a difference

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

@@mikemurphy2814 yes only winnebago and tiffin use nuflex. What rv do you have

@mikemurphy2814

3 жыл бұрын

@@AZExpert working on a Brookside trailer

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

@@mikemurphy2814 you are likely going to use dicor self leveling lap sealant or similar product

Eterabond the thing.

@AZExpert

4 жыл бұрын

Yes, I know....I really have no confidence in Eternabond or repair tapes especially bonding between surfaces of different heights. Thanks!

I have the exact same leak on a Winnebago. I thought you should NEVER use SILICONE on RV? Help please!

@AZExpert

4 жыл бұрын

Silicone is used substaintially on motor homes and RVs. The silicone I used on the roof is not standard caulking but a thinner self leveling sealant so gaps and bubbles do not get trapped in and form voids for water to get into. It is NuFlex 311. The clear sealant I used is ProFlex clear from geocel and not silicone at all.

@johnlechner4091

4 жыл бұрын

@@AZExpert Thanks for the quick response. What would you recommend to clean with before sealing with the NuFlex 311? Would it be a good idea to run a bead of Proflex all the way along the seam first? Great Videos!

@AZExpert

4 жыл бұрын

@@johnlechner4091 soapy water/cleaner makes sure it is dry. Clean any residue with alcohol. I do not think a bead of proflex is needed on top of the roof but definitely on the radius wher is meets the cap. Thanks!

@williambethune3878

4 жыл бұрын

I have a 2004 Winnebago Adventurer that has the same issue. The leak has caused damage to the passenger side wall, beneath the window. Have you done a video on this type of repair? Also, I have a ceiling stain around the shower stall skylight (cracked and replaced). Any advice on water stain removal? Thanks so much for posting these videos and sharing your expertise!

It irks me that you had to clean out the cabinets of all of those board games before getting to work.

@AZExpert

4 жыл бұрын

It's ok. These are people's houses and there's no way everything can be removed before working. Tha is for watching

Your battles all deal with other people's stupidity. It really kills me to see where eather a bad design or bad maintenance ends up costing the owner. In a way, thats great for you however. Years ago, I thought it would be cool to own an RV. For what they charge and how they are made and how much they cost, I do not want one now. Thanks, you ruined any chance of this guy ever wanting an RV other than a damn tent.

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

I always recommend renting a RV first especially if you know you won't be using it for 4+ months a year.