Spoiler Problems

Over the past few weeks I have 2 posts about the leaking spoiler on our 2012 RPOD 177. The spoiler is a semi-flexible plastic that has cupped between what I thought were screws placed about 6 inches apart around the perimeter. This has caused the silicone sealant FR used around the edges to pull loose and cause major leaks. Today I started to fix the problem by taking off the spoiler and cleaning all surfaces. I was going to put butyl tape under the spoiler, Dicor around the perimeter and Pro-Flex on top of the screw heads. BIG SURPRISE -- the spoiler is riveted to the roof, not screwed. I give up. I'm taking it in to a dealer to be fixed. RPODers, you need to check those black spoilers. What happens if those red LED bulbs burn out, or there is a short. You can't easily remove the spoiler. This spoiler setup is a cheap and inadequate fix to the light problem FR had.

Thanks Goose. BTW, when I was working on the spoiler I noticed that the seams along the entire edge of the roof are sealed next to the metal strip with silicone sealant. To repair leaks along these edges you will have to remove the silicone and replace it (preferably with polyurethane). This could be a big job depending on how much silicone you have to replace. There also seems to be some type of caulking spreading out along the seams in places. When I have my spoiler redone I'll have the repair shop look at this also and report back to the forum. I'm using a very good and trusted repair guy for this.

FR says it is my responsibility to monitor the caulking. Thought I had but seems there were a few areas that had gaps. Camping World fixed them yesterday. Getting a little too old to be comfortable on a ladder. Looking forward to the Roundup in August. Save Travels.

BTW, the little red lights pull out from the front. I have a few in a drawer, direct from FR... The rubber grommet is all that holds them in place.

And yes, monitoring all the gaskets and seals is an owner task.