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    Sealants for Windows, Doors, Cargo Doors

    I've see the silicone on rear window has separated from around a lot of the window frame, so need to reseal.

    Anyone know if buty tape is used between the window/door/cargo frames and fiberglass wall and then capped with silicone sealant, or just a silicone bead at outer edge?

    Seems a lot of the other RV forums aren't too hot on silicone as a good RV sealant.

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    I've found butyl tape around windows, under slide seals, etc. Seems their silicone is more used for things like around trim pieces, tops of guttering and awning tracks, as well as for sealing the edges of seals. Clear GE Silicone II seems the closest I've found to what they use during manufacture.


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    Yes butyl tape is typically used around joints and windows, etc. with the silicone final sealant at the surface. Geocel makes an RV specific sealant in several colors plus clear. It's a good idea to pursue an RV specific product as they are formulated to withstand the rigors of towing. Good luck!
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    Thanks,
    I thought there should be butyl tape in there.
    Geocel 28100V Pro Flex Crystal Clear RV Flexible Sealant is what I'm going to try first.


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