Repairing Winnebago's #1 Failure Point

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AZ Expert

AZ Expert

Жыл бұрын

This is part 2 and the conclusion of the roof replacement on a 2003 Winnebago Sightseer. Previously, we looked at the problems and ripped the roof off. Now we replace everything, after a quick rewind to a few points I missed in the first video.
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maxx fan cover: amzn.to/3l5b1Ui
Thanks for watching!!!

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@DavidHBurkart
@DavidHBurkart Жыл бұрын
James, these roof videos never get old, which has a lot to do with your attention to detail and as always, your work ethic. When I was looking at used Motorhomes for purchase and encountered a Winnebago or Itasca, well, all roofs for that matter, your videos provided the tutorial needed to inspect these roofs, which saved me from making the wrong purchase more than once. I would then provide the sales person with a list of what I found to be unacceptable with the roof to address with their service department, which was met with an array of responses, like "no one has ever asked to get on the roof" or "I didn't know that is how they installed the roof". Short-cut seams, loose Filon or badly cracked sealant along each side of the coach seemed to be the norm, and I would tell them point-blank, whether installed correctly or not, these seams are the weakest points of any Winnebago Filon roof. Most salespersons didn't even know what Filon was. You are spot-on with with your knowledge and advice of Winnebago roofs. If only Winnebago would listen...
@alangreen5858
@alangreen5858 Жыл бұрын
You are a skilled man. I don't think AI will take your job any time soon.! Well done
@markdemedeiros3239
@markdemedeiros3239 Жыл бұрын
A true craftsman is what you are James. I felt bad for your knees. Those roof installs look BRUTAL on the knees. Best wishes always
@NoelBarlau
@NoelBarlau Жыл бұрын
It's so satisfying to see something brought back to better than factory.
@jamespilbeam209
@jamespilbeam209 Жыл бұрын
And this is back to factory, maybe
@rich2034
@rich2034 Жыл бұрын
James, you do better work with one hand than I do with two. Always impressed.
@chuckfinley5206
@chuckfinley5206 Жыл бұрын
30 years ago I bought a wood stove. The dude and his son carried it in my house. Several days later I learned he only had one leg. So when you said one handed, I spent the first of the video thinking he only had one hand. Then I realized you meant one hand was holding the camera.
@matteogomez3678
@matteogomez3678 4 ай бұрын
Great to see somebody taking pride in their work. Keep it up & I will keep enjoying your videos.
@miked9104
@miked9104 Жыл бұрын
Fantastic to watch!! Gives those of us with older coaches motivation! 😎👍🏻
@badgerpa9
@badgerpa9 Жыл бұрын
One more roof better than new. I agree not running wire in vent tubes also do not use the air plenum. Another entertaining video, thank you Sir. Stay safe and healthy James. Also congratulations for passing 60K subs, hope you keep growing.
@elrobo3568
@elrobo3568 Жыл бұрын
I sold my Executive motor home and I have no reason to watch this. I am a retired aircraft mechanic and was mesmerized by watching you do this job the right way! Everything you did is up to my standards as a jet mechanic inspector and I am picky. Great job!
@markwilson9196
@markwilson9196 11 ай бұрын
I have owned about a dozen or so RV's over the years and have learned the hard way about how to inspect one prior to purchasing. You would be amazed at how many high $$$$ items a good inspector will find. If you don't have the experience, please get it inspected by a competant RV guy or for you DIY'ers, watch a lot of KZfaq videos like what the "AZ Expert" puts out. I realy like his attention to detail and the way he takes care of his customers, very rare qualities today.
@RebeccaRaven
@RebeccaRaven Жыл бұрын
I admire your contact cement expertise.
@jespo27
@jespo27 Жыл бұрын
James, your videos are as entertaining as they are informative. Thanks for taking the time to educate the entire RV community. Having a 2018 Winne Sunstar, your videos are exactly what the doctor ordered. If ever in Vegas, beer is on me. Joe
@John-ih7gi
@John-ih7gi Жыл бұрын
James my name is John Harris I would like for you to come to GA and fix my roof on my Winnebago I'm just kidding I do have to fix my roof. I just want to say you do good work. I watch you all the time I have learned a lot from you so keep up the good work and keep videoing
@jasontorres6448
@jasontorres6448 Жыл бұрын
Az.. without a doubt u are a expert! thank you for the winnebago basement ac control board description and detail you are most definitely a all around expert better a "OG" With that said I need your help as my grandma left me a 2004 winnebago vector. Has 48000 miles on it & I know u emphasize checking your winn. roof before buying! lucky me it was a gift. long story.. could u point me n the rite direction to purchase all the roof replacement components. Feeling confident after watching your winn roof installs. Thank you for document n your vids. You are no jack better a master of all.
@clintprice2123
@clintprice2123 Жыл бұрын
Excellent roof replacement, you’re a very hard working man!
@BigDeal-uw3yc
@BigDeal-uw3yc 2 ай бұрын
Outstanding job from start to finish!
@duaneclark3539
@duaneclark3539 Жыл бұрын
Great work again as usual!!!!!You are the man with the plan when it comes to roofs. And most all other repairs on RV’S
@dangrefrath9852
@dangrefrath9852 Жыл бұрын
I have a 2007 Winnebago Voyage. I will be closely inspecting the seams. Thank you.
@repairrestorerebuild9864
@repairrestorerebuild9864 Жыл бұрын
If you want to clean glue out really easy. Take the gun off the cup, aircap off,pull the trigger and spray carb cleaner through the siphon tube. Gum out cleaner seems to work best. I do it on my glue gun constantly.
@iglapsu88
@iglapsu88 Жыл бұрын
Great work James! I learned DC voltage and sewer gasses don't mix! 😅
@mikeallensonntag
@mikeallensonntag Жыл бұрын
Not going to lie, I'm definitely taking my class b to you in az for it's yearly inspection. You have a ton of experience and you do the right thing when you see stuff wrong.
@stanlow3235
@stanlow3235 Жыл бұрын
James, love the detail you continue to apply to all your work!! Been watching your work for years now and continue to enjoy it.
@jenniferhuffman1835
@jenniferhuffman1835 Жыл бұрын
You do such great work. I watched from beginning to end and the level of detail you do on placing the new roof and other parts involved is outstanding. And you explain why you do what you do. American craftsman in their trade are the best!
@cullenmiller8170
@cullenmiller8170 Жыл бұрын
Nice job like always. I wish every RV had a nice access panel like that Winnebago. The solar wiring was special for sure. I guess when you think you have seen it all someone will surprise you. 😂
@MrPenguinLife
@MrPenguinLife Жыл бұрын
I have a similar legacy crank up satellite antenna which I have been thinking about removing, thanks for giving me an idea for covering the crank up handle.
@6582rg
@6582rg Жыл бұрын
You're one hard worker James. Fine job.
@rordonez885
@rordonez885 Жыл бұрын
Great work. I don't own a motor home yet, but when I am ready to buy one, I'll take your advice and look at the roof. Great advice.
@james-ei7ku
@james-ei7ku Жыл бұрын
Enjoy your videos. I learn something new each time. Thanks, JM
@williamdobson755
@williamdobson755 Жыл бұрын
Great job a lot of work for one person..iam very impressed..
@AZExpert
@AZExpert Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much 😀
@RobertStevensService
@RobertStevensService Жыл бұрын
I recently purchased a Mikita power caulking gun. Love it
@jdwond3673
@jdwond3673 Жыл бұрын
I like how you showed each step. Thanks. Just watching this hurts my back.😑
@DesertAdventuresinArizona
@DesertAdventuresinArizona Жыл бұрын
I’ve always appreciated you showing us how you do this work James. I watched one of your videos a couple years ago and learned how to inspect my 2015 Winnebago Vista roof. Yup the sealant was toast so I removed it and resealed my Roof (Proflex) before having a catastrophic failure. Steve
@douglasbows7720
@douglasbows7720 Жыл бұрын
Thanks again for all the great info. I'm getting ready to do my roof and all your info is great to know as I never done one before Thanks again I wish you guys where in Florida I would have you do my roof
@Formaldehydex
@Formaldehydex Жыл бұрын
All that effort for those teeny tiny solar panels. It is so much fun to watch you work though. It also scares the hell out of me that all RV repairmen should be as competent as you are. What is the actual percentage? Some number approaching zero as an asymptote?
@philw7174
@philw7174 Жыл бұрын
Great job and video, thank you James. You have quite the Winnebago repair shop going. Happy trails!
@mmanut
@mmanut Жыл бұрын
Not many guys have your knowledge and skills. Every job you tackle is first rate repair. GREAT JOB‼️‼️ Vinny 🇺🇸
@ss1320ss
@ss1320ss Жыл бұрын
Great looking job, James!
@krisg3984
@krisg3984 Жыл бұрын
Fun watching you doing surgery on these . And seeing it’s possibly easier than we thought. Good critical thinking and Can do attitude on your part
@bendemby924
@bendemby924 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for all your details explaining on redoing a Winnebago roof. 👍👍👍
@dukesworld3020
@dukesworld3020 Жыл бұрын
Looks, great man! I like the way you take the time to explain things as you do them.
@donwatterson8343
@donwatterson8343 8 ай бұрын
Nice job, you can tell you take pride in your work
@rdrose61
@rdrose61 Жыл бұрын
Great job James...
@J.Cameron.Stuart.Adams.
@J.Cameron.Stuart.Adams. 10 ай бұрын
Let's call the glue Mopar R4 Red.... If it were not for the booth roof, you could have used a steam roller. Perhaps one day soon someone will have invented an ROV steam roller for reroofing RV and other membrane roof installations. Even after putting up guardrails a seemingly fun to use ROV steam roller would take less time, more importantly less physical exertion to get the job done. Who in their right mind would use the sewer gas stack as a wire chase. What an idiotic move. Likely a "tech" who was fired from every shop in town decided to going into business for themself. You know the type....... those fly by the wire cash only techs claiming to have all the credentials and certifications. I highly doubt the previous owner would have done this hack job. The last thing the occupants want or need is sewer gasses filling the coach. You're a great man for fixing this for the new owner. Always going the extra mile to ensure all work and then some is done correctly. Once again I applaud you. Bravo mate. Bravo.
@michelmichael8957
@michelmichael8957 Жыл бұрын
Awesome job James. And thank you for the awesome video as well.
@michelmichael8957
@michelmichael8957 Жыл бұрын
James what kind of glue did you use under the roof vent before you covered it with lap leveling sealer. Thank you sir
@uglysteve1
@uglysteve1 Жыл бұрын
You are an amazing craftsman. Thanks for the video. Steve
@mikebrant192
@mikebrant192 Жыл бұрын
Exhausting to watch, not just to do! Fascinating!
@timk.9827
@timk.9827 Жыл бұрын
Another great job and Informative video, Thanks James.
@robertlaplante2674
@robertlaplante2674 10 ай бұрын
Great work , professionally done.
@KevinCoop1
@KevinCoop1 Жыл бұрын
Wow! 5 Winnie roofs in a row! That has to be some kind of record for you! Sure is a good thing Chad is doing all of them!😈😊
@coreymerritt7742
@coreymerritt7742 Жыл бұрын
Super nice job James 👍
@daviscrt
@daviscrt Жыл бұрын
Great job. James you do great work. Thanks Don
@1bobbylarue
@1bobbylarue Жыл бұрын
Great job on the Repair & Video.... Freeking hard to do both! Nice work sir!
@rickl6697
@rickl6697 9 ай бұрын
Great job James . Beautiful roof. So those solar panels are screwed down to 1/8" luan.
@Hossss1987
@Hossss1987 Жыл бұрын
Love watching ur vids. Very important and informative
@Melidontcare
@Melidontcare Жыл бұрын
Kudos to you for doing this by yourself..
@timf6916
@timf6916 Жыл бұрын
Good job, you do make it look easy.
@AstrologerJoe
@AstrologerJoe Жыл бұрын
Great job James !!
@microwavedsoda
@microwavedsoda Жыл бұрын
great job, James
@ronniecardy
@ronniecardy Жыл бұрын
Dang James you do such great work 👏 👍
@jsmith996tt
@jsmith996tt 3 ай бұрын
Awesome, just awesome!
@AZExpert
@AZExpert 3 ай бұрын
Glad you like it!
@gypsylizzy8893
@gypsylizzy8893 Жыл бұрын
You do awesome work!
@ourrvsunsets
@ourrvsunsets Жыл бұрын
After watching this I now understand why a new roof costs so much. That's a wild amount of labor to do that. Really interesting to watch though, thanks for taking the time to film it!
@Tom-In-Ga
@Tom-In-Ga Жыл бұрын
I would love to see how you replace an A/C gasket on a Tiffin class A. Since there is no easy access to the A/C from inside the coach, it would be interesting to see how it's done. I sold my 2007 Allegro Open Road because of a roof leak and I didn't want to deal with it. And, yes, I gave full disclosure to the new owner about it. BTW: I'm a new subscriber and have been binge watching your videos. You are a wealth of information and I've been enjoying how you handle all the problems handed to you.
@philpilkington
@philpilkington Жыл бұрын
Fascinating James as always but it might be good to wear a good mask when spraying. I want you to live a long healthy life and save as many Winnebagos as you can 😆. Are there any models that have a better food design that you would recommend?
@hillbillyrv
@hillbillyrv Жыл бұрын
Great job as always buddy. "that's dumb, don't ever do that" ha ha I really like the smoke detector trick.
@sheputthelimeinthecoconut629
@sheputthelimeinthecoconut629 Жыл бұрын
Nice work! If I were the owner I would have put a big fan in the shitter also, but to each their own. Love the videos
@jonbrooks907
@jonbrooks907 Жыл бұрын
Solar cables through the vent stack...wow
@DefaultUser1790
@DefaultUser1790 Жыл бұрын
Dude, awesome work!
@jancash2944
@jancash2944 Жыл бұрын
Another great job James!!! Wish Chad had been able to work with you!!!
@AZExpert
@AZExpert Жыл бұрын
You and me both!
@JeffinTD
@JeffinTD Жыл бұрын
Nice job. That solar down the vent pipe was baffling.
@Technocrat.
@Technocrat. Жыл бұрын
That's why in Canada we invented the Square area heads, Robertson, so when putting screws in , don't slip or strip bit. 😂
@whereyougoiwillgorving4492
@whereyougoiwillgorving4492 Жыл бұрын
You the man James !!!
@johnnygonzales3211
@johnnygonzales3211 9 ай бұрын
Very good work my friend i just subscribed to your channel im working on a 1994 Georgie Boy.
@markejackson1624
@markejackson1624 Ай бұрын
Great job. I am however I am worried about the solar connectors on the roof.
@danmadden1080
@danmadden1080 Жыл бұрын
Great video - thanks again.
@billsolomon1
@billsolomon1 Жыл бұрын
That is a lot of work!
@CrazyMooseManor
@CrazyMooseManor Жыл бұрын
Great job. Great video.
@russellwhite8890
@russellwhite8890 Жыл бұрын
Great job!
@Melidontcare
@Melidontcare Жыл бұрын
Beautiful job 👏😊😎
@mikefitzpatrick5209
@mikefitzpatrick5209 11 ай бұрын
Great job
@clarencewiles963
@clarencewiles963 9 ай бұрын
And it’s looking good 😌
@jaydewitte2958
@jaydewitte2958 Жыл бұрын
Some solar installers recommend running the wire through the vent pipe...FYI
@Karen-ov8lh
@Karen-ov8lh Жыл бұрын
Wow that quite impressive
@richardgorski23
@richardgorski23 Жыл бұрын
Their quality Control along with Thor keep your a steady business.
@Engineersoldinterstingstuff
@Engineersoldinterstingstuff Ай бұрын
Really enjoy watching your good work. Good editing too. One question regarding the bundle of connections to the solar panels on top of the roof, should they not be secured better and not beeing able to flop around on the roof..?
@guntherflume7129
@guntherflume7129 Жыл бұрын
This looks like a 10k repair on a 20k unit, you my friend are a unicorn , do all Winnebago roofs do this over time or is it a combination of uv and lack of maintenance? I have a 2006 stored inside always, all areas you point out to inspect look good , should I move it on before this becomes an issue ? thanks again for the incredible amount of work documenting this and other topics 💪
@tomgagne4575
@tomgagne4575 Жыл бұрын
When you’re putting the filon into the groove on the side wall would it be easier if you put the proflex in the groove prior to inserting filon? Great job as always, you are the expert!
@AZExpert
@AZExpert Жыл бұрын
it would make a mess, and sometimes the edge needs "adjusting"
@Technocrat.
@Technocrat. Жыл бұрын
Nice pro job.
@beaker5538
@beaker5538 4 ай бұрын
EXCELLENT series of videos! Question: Do you have a video on making smaller "spot" repairs to these Winnebago roofs? (I had some leakage around the TV antenna base on my 2014 Itasca Spirit this winter that caused roof surface swelling and de-lamination in the Filon and 1/8" plywood. The affected area is approx. 9"x6". Thank you for your amazing videos!
@GWAYGWAY1
@GWAYGWAY1 Жыл бұрын
When laying a tack adhesive use some strips to keep it from touching until it is in position EXACTLY.
@jimsimpson4385
@jimsimpson4385 6 ай бұрын
Funny you would have known on the solar wires by looking but you ripped them off when pulling through the pipe in frustration!.
@janoserdelyi9879
@janoserdelyi9879 Жыл бұрын
ha, our solar is run through the vent pipe! i didn't do that - was the first owner
@rickey9346
@rickey9346 Жыл бұрын
Another great job I would like to know the kind of antenna that you replaced on there I have a 2004 vectra 40ad i need to replace
@srt5321
@srt5321 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the video! How can you tell so easily the composition of the existing sealants? Can you do a video describing the differences to look for so we can match the two when doing our yearly maintenance?
@stevegordon5243
@stevegordon5243 Жыл бұрын
Yet another great job! Other than the roof issues (which obviously is a major flaw), would you say the quality of Winnebago is better/worse or similar to other large rv manufacturers?
@PeterPedroA.Cintron-421Pc
@PeterPedroA.Cintron-421Pc Жыл бұрын
But we'd like your instruction sensei. 😅 better than the paperwork that they sent you to work with you make it look so easy but I know you have years of Hands-On practice ✌🏽😊
@TheWright1
@TheWright1 Жыл бұрын
Great how to videos! Just subscribed as I came across you channel looking on how to replace fabric on a slide topper. I have a 2017 Fleetwood Bounder 36H and on my last camping trip we had heavy rain and winds and it popped the stitching. Anything else I should look out for on my Bounder?
@stebro2738
@stebro2738 Жыл бұрын
Great & informative video.. I Might have had the guts to save one of my Winnebago's 20 years ago if I had seen this! Thank You for your work!!! Have you ever tried "LEXEL"?? (comes in clear, white & black?) Solvent based (keep a rag & mineral spirits nearby..) In spite of it's potential messiness, It stays flexible and NEVER separates from the material applied to, unlike silicone and seems not to be as prone to mildew as silicone (Mildew I think is what gets under the silicone and separates it's bond. I've used LEXEL instead of silicone in tubs/ showers/ my Win Vista roof and side panel sealing for years ow.. I for one, have almost NO silicone in my stock of 50 or more tubes.. LEXEL also comes in a ?7 oz. ? resealable tube and capped properly, both formats are much less prone to hardening / drying out than silicone.
@jerryhoxsey6467
@jerryhoxsey6467 Жыл бұрын
I used to install wood stoves in homes with medal roofs. No screws in the roof, just lexel to stick the roof jack to the roof panel. Never had a leak or failure
@OKIBum312
@OKIBum312 Жыл бұрын
The videos are great and have saved me thousands. Question about Fiberglass roofs , can they delaminate from the lauan because of heat(SUN) or is it just a water/leak issue.
@glennwest4438
@glennwest4438 Жыл бұрын
I is a common and acceptable to run PV wire down vents.
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