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Originally Posted by Mainemoosepies
When originally looking at the camper we were so focused on the interior and looking for leaks we didnt pay too close attention to the exterior since it was setup. That's really on us and it is what it is.
At this point I have researched so much I have catapulted myself into a state of over information. I went to my local lowes looking for materials to use and it was slim to non-existent. Mostly plumbing/ window caulk and roofing tape. Do any of you have any advice on a direction to move in? I am eager to get it in shape for our upcoming trip.
Thank you for all your time and advice!
Michelle
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Originally Posted by Lesherp
If your corner problems are just cracked corner pieces it looks to me like they might just unscrew and pull off. Get some new ones from TM and replace them. I would clean it up good, re-caulk everything and be on the road. Here is a link to info on bag seals. I got the Formula 303 Aerospace Protectant from Amazon and it has worked great for me.
http://trailmanorowners.com/forum/sh...ad.php?t=11437
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The pictures are very helpful Michelle, and it looks better then I expected. There are some exterior concerns (around the A/C and one vent on the roof look a bit worn), but in general it looks like it may have been left outside for an extended period; not ideal, but certainly fixable.
I would concur with Rodger: his course of action for a good cleaning followed by some caulking should do the trick. No over thinking needed here; if you concentrated on the interior and found no leaks, that is an excellent sign you may be OK despite some of the exterior shortcomings.
Next steps for me would be to verify it's road worthy-ness; checking the tire date codes are within the past 4 years, the 7 pin connector connects and turn signals work, etc ...
If possible before your first "big" trip, I would take a short trip to a campsite locally where you can verify the main components are all working.
I recently had some work done to my TM, and to verify everything was good we did a 1 nighter close to us to shake everything out and everything worked.
And if you're lucky on your local trip, maybe a light rain will provide additional verification there are no major interior leaks ...