REPLACING YOUR RV SLIDE OUT D-SEALS | Easy, Necessary RV Maintenance

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  • Опубликовано: 15 дек 2024

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  • @exps01
    @exps01 20 дней назад

    This was a huge help. I had my RV at a dealership service center fixing a slide issue and when I got it back, the D seal was falling off. I called them and they said I could drop it off but no ETA to fix. I've watched a lot of your videos (very helpful) and this was exactly what I needed to see! Thanks again for explaining this and showing me how easy it was to just fix myself! Anything to keep it away from a dealership.

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  20 дней назад

      Glad it helped. I will say check out this video of mine. Such a huge upgrade and you won’t have these problems anymore. 👍🏼
      GREAT RV MOD! - How to Replace Your RV Slide-Out Seals
      ruclips.net/video/8E_gR4IrRF4/видео.html

  • @jerem0621
    @jerem0621 Год назад

    Thanks Friend! We picked up a new East to West Silver Lake Travel Trailer and My D-Seals (took forever to find out what they were called) were not secured from the factory. Your video showed me exactly what I needed. I need a set screw to keep these seals in place. The bead of calk has broken on them all as they are moving around. Super helpful video my friend. Thanks!

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  Год назад +1

      You know what’s crazy is even with two set screws and a washer now I still have one on top of my slideout that still comes loose going down the road, rips through the set screw and starts sliding off. It’s crazy. I just put new sealant on it so I’ll see if that finally helps. For the life of me this one D seal is just set on coming off down the road 🤷🏻‍♂️
      Appreciate you watching 👍🏼

  • @NursingOurTravelBug
    @NursingOurTravelBug 3 года назад +1

    Give me that look extremely easy! I was curious what it would entail to replace those seals. Thanks for the tutorial.

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  3 года назад

      Sure thing. Pretty simple job as long as the track that they slide onto is still in good shape. Thanks for watching 😁

  • @DANIELROMERO-cv3tu
    @DANIELROMERO-cv3tu Месяц назад

    Great video
    I’m doing mine today.
    Straight to the point.
    Thank you 👍🏼👍🏼

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  Месяц назад

      Thanks. I will say this is a very old video and there is a way better system of seals I’ve switched over to now.
      Check out this video to see it 👍🏼
      GREAT RV MOD! - How to Replace Your RV Slide-Out Seals
      ruclips.net/video/8E_gR4IrRF4/видео.html

  • @wcraig
    @wcraig Год назад +1

    Thanks for this video. The interior d-seal on my slide out literally just started to come off the track. Now I just need to figure out how to get my body between the entertainment center and the slide to put it back on!😂

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  Год назад +2

      Sounds like fun 😂

  • @AvengerRVAdventure
    @AvengerRVAdventure 3 года назад +1

    Great informative video. Seems pretty straight foreword. I'm sure most folks forget about ever checking their seals. Thanks for sharing! Steve

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  3 года назад +2

      Thanks. The maintenance is a never ending battle with these RVs and I do wonder how many people actually keep up it. Appreciate you watching. 👍🏼

  • @WinesPinesandCanines
    @WinesPinesandCanines 3 года назад +1

    Great step by step tutorial. You are right - preventative maintenance is always something you need to be thinking of and thank you for the reminder to take a look at ours! And will have to check out that sealant - thanks!

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  3 года назад +1

      Always some kind of fun maintenance project to be done 🤷🏻‍♂️ , small price to pay for life on the road!

  • @MidLifeJourney
    @MidLifeJourney 2 года назад

    Thank you very much for this video! I knew I would have to address the problem after noticing our top one are worn similar to yours. I am not very handy but after watching your tutorial on how to do this I am confident that it's something that I can easily do as well. Thanks again for taking the time to put out this type of content!

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  2 года назад

      Sure thing. It’s definitely an easy job and shouldn’t take long or be too difficult. Reach out if you have any issues. 👍🏼

  • @alankaflowitzful
    @alankaflowitzful 5 месяцев назад

    Perfect, thank you. Ordering the items today. Well done.

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  4 месяца назад

      Good deal. I will actually be switching over to the one piece Flip n’ Seal soon. High qualityGerman automotive grade rubber that is one piece. I’ll have a video on it soon.
      amzn.to/3y6RXeV

  • @CompassRoadz
    @CompassRoadz 3 года назад

    Great video! I thought this video was coming after the last video. You do great tutorials! Another video to keep in our toolbox.🤘🏻

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  3 года назад

      Appreciate it guys! Just another exciting fun maintenance video 🤣

  • @timothyculliver1993
    @timothyculliver1993 9 месяцев назад

    Thanks for all your help with RV repairs, have you ever used 3M Black Weatherstrip Adhesive (08011) on your slide out rubber installation? This is the adhesive use in installing windshield in automotive, bonds great with rubber and fiberglass.

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  9 месяцев назад

      Appreciate that. It’s funny you mention this cause last time I replaced one about 3 months ago I was going every where trying to find that 3M product and all of the stores only had the 3M yellow…who wants yellow??!! Hahaha
      Thanks for watching Tim 👍🏼

    • @timothyculliver1993
      @timothyculliver1993 9 месяцев назад

      You always have great ideas, thanks for all you do. I checked with O’Reilly’s, they have it in stock. I think I will try it this time.

  • @RonRivet
    @RonRivet 5 месяцев назад

    Very informative and practical advice as always. Thanks! 😊

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  5 месяцев назад +1

      Appreciate the comment and thanks for watching Ron! 👍🏼👍🏼

  • @davidpayton1338
    @davidpayton1338 8 месяцев назад

    Fantastic Video, Is there a video on replacing flat seal on a Grand Design Reflection. I'm stumped 👍

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  8 месяцев назад

      Thanks. I don’t have one or know of one personally. But I’m sure if you search enough you ll find something. 👍🏼

  • @ChasingOurSunshine
    @ChasingOurSunshine 3 года назад

    Great step by step video of how to! We hope we have a couple of years before we have to do this! Chasing RV Sunshine ☀️ Joel, Deb & 🐕 Maya

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  3 года назад +1

      Thanks guys. Always fun keeping up with RV maintenance. Small price for the fun life of living on the road I guess.

  • @stevebates3573
    @stevebates3573 2 года назад

    Great video. I like and use the lexel also. Tricky though , very small bead dip finger in mineral spirit and softly not to squish everywhere smooth fast. Leave it alone don't even think about it lol. It has held up very well on my toy hauler. Again, great video time to tackle the slide seals.

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  2 года назад +1

      Good deal Steve. Next time I do the job I think I’ll try Lexel. Never look forward to that job though lol

  • @pamelamargroff5836
    @pamelamargroff5836 3 года назад

    Great, simple much needed information. Thanks for sharing.

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  3 года назад

      Sure thing. Appreciate you stopping over and checking it out. 👍🏼

  • @michellescruggs350
    @michellescruggs350 2 года назад +1

    Thanks for addressing this topic, though I do have a question for you and hoping you can help. The wiper seal on top of my RV is loose and not snug to the top of the RV. But, it looks like in order to replace that seal, i have to remove the D seal, does that sound right? And if so, then I guess i would also need to replace that if there is any cracking and then i would also need to reseal with caulk??

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  2 года назад +1

      Sounds about right. The D seal is just easily slid into that track. Without going up there I can’t really remember what the wiper seal is attached to or how. I’m thinking it’s part of the track but not sure.

  • @marilyngatson2289
    @marilyngatson2289 10 месяцев назад

    Do you know what size screw goes in for the D seal? Thanks

  • @thecherryrvlife
    @thecherryrvlife 2 года назад

    Just the tutorial I needed! Thank you

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  2 года назад

      Sure thing 👍🏼😁

  • @abdulshoeybipour1660
    @abdulshoeybipour1660 4 месяца назад

    Thank you for information. It help me alot.

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  4 месяца назад

      Glad to hear that 👍🏼

  • @marilyngatson2289
    @marilyngatson2289 10 месяцев назад

    Is the set screw 1 inch or 1/2 an inch? Thanks
    The guy that i had replace my D seal replaced it with to small of a screw and it pulled out of the wall. I just dont want to go through the other side with to long of a screw. Thanks again... great video....

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  10 месяцев назад

      Wish I could tell you but I don’t really remember and I’m not near my RV for a few weeks. You can always go to the other side find the set screw and back it out to match it up I suppose. Wish I could help more. Thanks for watching too 👍🏼

    • @marilyngatson2289
      @marilyngatson2289 10 месяцев назад

      Thanks I figured it out. Appreciate you responding.

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  10 месяцев назад

      @@marilyngatson2289 good deal 👍🏼 Hope it worked out.

  • @mleukus
    @mleukus 4 месяца назад

    i have a d seal that pulls/ falls off the track everytime we open the slide - any suggestions?

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  4 месяца назад

      I’d replace it. Make sure the set screw on both ends are secure. You could even use a super glue to glue the D seal into the track.
      I’m actually working on a project replacing all my cheap Chinese rubber D seals with a one piece rubber bulb and wiper. No more track. It’s German automotive grade rubber too. Here’s a link. Video soon.
      amzn.to/4c7XzmW

  • @stillamitchinmybook6320
    @stillamitchinmybook6320 Год назад +2

    What about the flap underneath the d seal. Why is no one talking about that one? Thats the one I think is leaking

    • @KiefMonkeyCreations
      @KiefMonkeyCreations Год назад

      Mine definitely is and im replacing. I got a combo of the wiper seal and d seal (rail for d seal is built on wiper, my original looks seperate). Comes with adhesive back but you can screw in too- seems easy enough all together

  • @TimeoffwithCuzinEddie
    @TimeoffwithCuzinEddie 3 года назад

    Thanks for the information, this is definitely something I need to check on mine.

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  3 года назад +1

      Yeah that sun over time gives them hell. 👍🏼

  • @JORDAN-qp5mn
    @JORDAN-qp5mn 2 месяца назад

    Good job

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  2 месяца назад

      Thanks but you may want to watch my new video.
      Way better system!
      GREAT RV MOD! - How to Replace Your RV Slide-Out Seals
      ruclips.net/video/8E_gR4IrRF4/видео.html

  • @11851nick
    @11851nick 2 года назад +1

    What would cause my slideout to leak if it is not the D seal? I've already had my roof and slides sealed.

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  2 года назад +3

      So many possibilities. Sometimes it’s the screws that leak, windows, the slide tracks, RV not level and water running back in…it’s so hard tracking down a leak sometimes. Good luck, hope you find the issue.

  • @ThoseWhoGlampTogether
    @ThoseWhoGlampTogether 3 года назад

    Thanks for sharing! Great tips

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  3 года назад

      Just another video for when needed one day 👍🏼 Appreciate you watching. 😁

  • @Wurmfist
    @Wurmfist Год назад

    My D-seals look pretty easy to replace, they just go in the channel. I'm trying to find info on how to change the flap inner seal that comes out when the slideout is out. That looks like it might be a bit harder to change.

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  Год назад +1

      Haven’t had to change one of those yet.

    • @Wurmfist
      @Wurmfist Год назад

      @@WhyWait looks like they are pretty easy as well, just have to unpinch the metal channel at the bottom and they just slide out.

  • @proceedingonwardinamerica
    @proceedingonwardinamerica 3 года назад

    Great info thanks for sharing.

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  3 года назад

      Fun fun maintenance 🤪

  • @lambertwalks5929
    @lambertwalks5929 3 года назад

    Excellent video thanks for sharing

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  3 года назад

      As always thanks for the watch. 👍🏼

  • @lucasschuffert89
    @lucasschuffert89 Год назад

    you DO need to to water proof the ends...we left one extended for 2 years and water poured in on the slide motor

  • @jannalacock5595
    @jannalacock5595 Год назад

    Lexell is not recommended by the manufacturer for use with rubber so you may want to update your video to reflect that.

  • @coreyrichardson6350
    @coreyrichardson6350 Год назад

    So what keeps the water from coming in I have a slide that wasn’t built right and has a hole on each side of the bottom of the bedroom slide and leaks water when it rains

  • @janhaley9556
    @janhaley9556 2 года назад

    According to the web Lexel will not work well on rubber.