What type of caulking to use on Pop up trailer seams? Silicone?

Posted by RicodJour on October 18, 2009, 7:10 pm

> I wanted to reseal the joint on my pop up trailer. =A0 What would be the
> best pick from home depot for caulking? =A0 Dap with silicone outdoor or
> GE silicone window and door caulking? =A0 Or is there something better?
> thanks.

This link should help you decide.
http://www.rvforum.net/SMF_forum/index.php?topic=3D21217.0%3Ball

R

Posted by cm on October 18, 2009, 7:48 pm

We own a vintage travel trailer business = www.vintagetrailersforsale.com
We use an RV sealant or use one of the polyurethane caulks from HD or
Lowe's. Both are much better than silicone and they are paintable when they
cure and do not attract dust and dirt like silicone.

cm

>I wanted to reseal the joint on my pop up trailer. What would be the
> best pick from home depot for caulking? Dap with silicone outdoor or
> GE silicone window and door caulking? Or is there something better?
> thanks.

Posted by RicodJour on October 19, 2009, 12:13 am

> We own a vintage travel trailer business =3Dwww.vintagetrailersforsale.co=

> We use an RV sealant or use one of the polyurethane caulks from HD or
> Lowe's. Both are much better than silicone and they are paintable when th=

> cure and do not attract dust and dirt like silicone.

I love some of those old trailers you have and have sold. Really
great designs. What's your favorite teardrop?

R

Posted by Thomas on October 19, 2009, 1:14 pm

There is a special tape for your needs. Much better and reliable than
caulk. For the life of me I can't remember the name. (I'm at work and
am blocked from searching) Search at an RV site. Be warned though, it
is expensive.
RV.net had some favorable discussions about it.

Posted by spud42 on October 18, 2009, 9:08 pm

hybrid polymer
something like this
http://doitbest.com/Caulking+for+bathtubs+and+caulking+guns-Red+Devil-mod=
el-0956-doitbest-sku-778848.dib

Spud

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