Recent Dicor “repair”

[Kerbar97]

I recently had a Dicor “repair” performed. These pictures show the results. I’m literally frightened. Please post comments on why you think I’m concerned. This was applied yesterday and we know Dicor sets hard as a rock in approximately 24 hours. What am I going to do?

 

[trailrydr]

(They) definitely did not spare any dicor in that application.

 

[Kerbar97]

(They) definitely did not spare any dicor in that application.

 

[Kerbar97]

Causing even more issues. Notice around the skylight. Water, dirt and debris will literally be trapped inside the rim where the Dicor is so high. No ability for run off.

 

[Soundsailor]

I recently had a Dicor “repair” performed. These pictures show the results. I’m literally frightened. Please post comments on why you think I’m concerned. This was applied yesterday and we know Dicor sets hard as a rock in approximately 24 hours. What am I going to do?

Welcome to the forum. It looks like these are your first posts. While the repair looks messy to me, I don't think you have much to be "frightened" about. As long as there's a good seal, you shouldn't get any leaks.

 

[Kerbar97]

Welcome to the forum. It looks like these are your first posts. While the repair looks messy to me, I don't think you have much to be "frightened" about. As long as there's a good seal, you shouldn't get any leaks.

Thank you for the input. What’s your opinion on the Dicor application around the skylight? My concern is water, dirt and debris will literally be trapped inside the rim where the Dicor is so high. No ability for run off.

 

[Hoopy Frood]

Dicor will not set "hard as a rock", it remains soft and can be removed if necessary. But the surface of the sealant will still be above the level of the flange, so there is going to be a low area regardless of how much sealant is used. That certainly does seem excessive though.

 

[Soundsailor]

Thank you for the input. What’s your opinion on the Dicor application around the skylight? My concern is water, dirt and debris will literally be trapped inside the rim where the Dicor is so high. No ability for run off.

Have you reached out to the party that did the repair? That would seem like your preferred route if you're unhappy with the result. If you're on your own so to speak, you could fill in the gaps that are a cause of concern with more Dicor, or remove some to promote drainage.

 

[txloser]

I think I just saw the price of Dicor go up. I thought maybe it was due to the strikes but clearly there’s a shortage now after this.

 

[SailingOn]

Dicor will soften with a hair dryer, so you can scoop out channels to let water drain.
Might need to reweigh your rig?

 

[traveldawg]

Hi @Kerbar97

Thanks for joining. We have a good group of members here. You will get a lot of helpful information.

But as you can see, some responses tend to wander a bit....

Anyhow, keep an eye out for useful and helpful replies. You'll get some more.

In the meantime, my input would be to hope for the best as there isn't much of an alternative for now other than removing and them reapplying the sealant. And as much as I really hate to say this, for those low spots where you are working water may pool: (really - I can't believe I am going to say this....) maybe put a few more dabs to raise those areas. Certainly keep an eye on them if you just things be as they are.

 

[Kerbar97]

Have you reached out to the party that did the repair? That would seem like your preferred route if you're unhappy with the result. If you're on your own so to speak, you could fill in the gaps that are a cause of concern with more Dicor, or remove some to promote drainage.

I understood not to attempt certain RV work as it would void any warranty. The dealership, where the RV was purchased, did the work and they know my concerns. I just thought I’d reach out to this group for input.

 

[Kerbar97]

I think I just saw the price of Dicor go up. I thought maybe it was due to the strikes but clearly there’s a shortage now after this.

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[Scott'n'Wendy]

Although that is a ridiculous amount used.......I'd be more concerned that it is Dicor...If you have a TPO roof like most GD trailers...it's the wrong sealant.
If you have an EPDM roof...it's the right stuff...just way too much.

 

[Hoopy Frood]

Although that is a ridiculous amount used.......I'd be more concerned that it is Dicor...If you have a TPO roof like most GD trailers...it's the wrong sealant.
If you have an EPDM roof...it's the right stuff...just way too much.

I think that while the Alpha brand sealant is preferred, Dicor can also be used. I can't swear to it, but I believe I read that.

 

[Scott'n'Wendy]

I think that while the Alpha brand sealant is preferred, Dicor can also be used. I can't swear to it, but I believe I read that.

From the people that make TPO sealant, Alpha..... never use Dicor. Read into that whatever you like..lol. Trailer roof probably won't disolve.
GD uses both kinds of rubber roofs so you need to look at the roof texture to know which you have.
If I was paying a shop to do a job I would expect the proper stuff to be used..and maybe he did, but the OP got enough sealant for 3 or 4 trailers. Actually, it looks to me like they used the sealant for vertical seams not the self levelling for horizontal application.