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Old 06-27-2019, 05:57 PM   #1
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Roof membrane replacement-need info

Our baby is a 2006 2955 5th wheel. Over the past 13 seasons it has gotten into a few arguments with campground tree branches. All the injuries were successfully bandaid’ed -so no water intrusion ever. But it is time to replace it. s So since I have a pretty technical construction related addiction and probably every tool known....of course I will do the replacement. I want to install at least OEM or better membrane material. So does anyone know the correct mil thickness of the EDPM material? There are so many knock-offs on the net and our Monty only gets the best. Thanks for your help. Jim in Tennessee
 
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I'd be talking to Dicor.


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Old 06-27-2019, 07:18 PM   #3
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Roof membrane

A pure guess - but I am guessing it is 40 mil. In commercial construction 40 mil EPDM or TPO is considered a budget roof...60 mil is the more expensive and durable roof.
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Old 06-27-2019, 09:22 PM   #4
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Thank you for your help.
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Old 06-28-2019, 11:35 AM   #5
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Our baby is a 2006 2955 5th wheel. Over the past 13 seasons it has gotten into a few arguments with campground tree branches. All the injuries were successfully bandaid’ed -so no water intrusion ever. But it is time to replace it. s So since I have a pretty technical construction related addiction and probably every tool known....of course I will do the replacement. I want to install at least OEM or better membrane material. So does anyone know the correct mil thickness of the EDPM material? There are so many knock-offs on the net and our Monty only gets the best. Thanks for your help. Jim in Tennessee
Please keep us updated on your job. I have the same rig only a 2004, No leaks but it's getting old.
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Old 06-28-2019, 02:39 PM   #6
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Jimongee I applaud you. Nothing on the campers is complicated. If you try there is nothing to be done to them you can’t do.
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Old 06-29-2019, 06:07 AM   #7
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It is a DIY but not done in a day. Really need it out of the weather so you don't have to rush. Of course every thing on roof has to be removed including AC. Find a tree or something high enough to back under. Lift AC and pull out from under. Your unit is old enough solvent based adhesive may have been used. If so the membrane will be stuck where splinters of wood will come up.
And last but not least replace the staples with screws while your at it.

PS: We have a female friend in Tennessee that replaced a roof with very little help and did an outstanding job.
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Old 06-29-2019, 09:12 AM   #8
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PS: We have a female friend in Tennessee that replaced a roof with very little help and did an outstanding job.
Oh boy is that not a Challenge.
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Old 06-29-2019, 10:40 AM   #9
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not repair related but preventive

This isn't repair related but our 2017 305RL 5th wheel also had one argument with a campground tree and lost I'm sorry to say. My husband, who will not be beat, had the roof repaired. He is the better person to address this but my point is to say that since that episode he always travels with a tree trimmer. There are at least 3 RV park sites that now have nicely landscaped trees. It does take awhile for him to do his trimming but it is well worth it as we don't have to worry about our roof , slide outs or paint on the sides of the RV. I have joked with the RV park managers and handymen that maybe they should pay my husband for his services. Fortunately, they have all been thankful for the upgrades to their sites. Bottom line is that ALWAYS travels with the tree trimmer. He will not be beat and he will never allow any tree, bush or shrub to get harm his baby. I'm glad he feels the same about me.
I'll try to get him to post about the roof repair. Thanks for listening.
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You may want to consider something such as this https://www.epdmcoatings.com/liquid_...plications.php

I put this on our 2004 and now it looks like new. It was a lot of work but easier than replacing the roof
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Old 07-03-2019, 02:34 PM   #11
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It's 40 mil, I have just completed scaffolding 10 feet up on mine all the way around. I have been researching & gathering materials since last October. I am waiting now for a break in the weather...
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Old 07-04-2019, 06:59 AM   #12
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Thanks to all. Nice to hear that are other folks out there who are not intimidated by tackling their own repairs -big or small. Since my original post we have purchased all the materials and collected all the tools. Today we are departing Tennessee with a destination of Charlevoix, Michigan. My brother-in-law lives there and he is ‘lending me his huge barn (where he stores his motor home). So I’ll have a nice protected area with all the utility I need to replace m roof. I bet my Monty is smiling already. Of course I’ll let you know how this adventure goes. Thanks. Jim n’ Kathy
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Old 07-04-2019, 02:35 PM   #14
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Pictures please
I assume because I received your email Jeff that you want pictures as I go. I just took 3 pictures of the scaffolding & platform for the 2 aircons, but I can't seem to copy & paste them to this reply ? They are about .3 MP each.
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Scaffolding complete, 10.5 feet up, platform to park the 2 air-cons at far right, waiting for a 10 day weather window. Epdm membrane [9.5x40] arrived folded in shipping box, I purchased a 10’x 4” PVC sewer pipe & rolled the roofing around it, & hung it in my shop over the winter, all the creases are gone. Material used in the scaffolding is slated to be used in my master bedroom reno in our hoScaffolding complete, 10.5 feet up, platform to park the 2 air-cons at far right, waiting for a 10 day weather window. Epdm membrane [9.5x40] arrived folded in shipping box, I purchased a 10’x 4” PVC sewer pipe & rolled the roofing around it, & hung it in my shop over the winter, all the creases are gone. Material used in the scaffolding is slated to be used in my master bedroom reno in our home when this project is done. Nothing will be wasted.
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Old 07-04-2019, 07:07 PM   #16
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Sorry everyone, I’m trying to get the hang of this picture posting ! This is the framing under the nose cap to support it when it comes time to shift the cap forward, as the roof membrane is tucked underneath several inches. The rear doesn’t require shifting as the membrane is on top of it.
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Nice pix and description-- thanks. Keep them coming
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Weather here is not cooperating, I don't want to tear off until forecasts give me at least 10 days of dry ! We are doing renos inside our rig in the meantime. Thank you for asking!
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Mine is a 2005 and still hanging in there. I have one small repair patch. Good luck with the job and look forward to seeing photos.
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