NEW fix for roof leaks????

[mustconv66]

Haven't seen this anywhere on the forum....so here goes.

Came across a product called "plasti dip". Basicaly a spray on membrane that is easily removable. People are painting WHOLE cars with it. different colors as well with clear coats.
But with so many folks having problems with their roof leaks. I thought i'd throw it out here as a fix. Catch a you tube video on it. give us your thoughts.
I may try this in the spring as we had more leaks on our halloween run.
thanks all!!

[Larryjb]

I wouldn't use it. I've used it on tools before and it started coming off after awhile.

I'm convinced that the best way to fix leaks is to remove any screws and vents, then reseal underneath including each screw hole. Even though the previous owner of my TM had recaulked my vents, and they looked okay, they still leaked badly. As soon as I removed the vents and resealed them, it has been dry since.

[mustconv66]

How long would you say it lasted........videos are saying a couple of years (on cars). But i imagine if its thick enough you might get better time on it. just a thought.
Also, i wonder if weight is an issue? should be lighter than a regular rv rubber roof.

[Bill]

Remember that almost nothing sticks to silicone. You will probably need to remove all existing caulk or sealer (ALL of it!) before putting on a coating of something else.

Bill

[mustconv66]

interestingly enough......the company stated in an email i sent that they haven't tested their product as a "sealer" and recommended that i do some "testing".

So that we will!!!

[oldstick]

I'm not that familiar with it, but I thought one reason folks used it to cover auto body parts was that it could be fairly easily peeled back off if desired. If so, I would wonder if it had enough adhesion to use as a leak seal long term.

[Shane826]

It’s not really an adhesive, it works more like a shrink wrap. If you put it on a solid flat surface where it does t wrap around the edges it will start to peel pretty easily.

[Texastrailerguy]

Has anybody tried a rhino line or line-x? These are normally for spray in bed liners. They are flexible,waterproof and dent resistant. Not sure how how much weight this will add to roof though. But can come in different colors. Sorry do not mean to hi-jack your thread, just offering a alternative.