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02-14-2022, 04:38 PM
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Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Four Winds 31Y
State: Pennsylvania
Posts: 8
THOR #18446
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Slideout Fascia Separation
Hello everyone! We have a 2019 Thor Fourwinds 31Y and have run into a problem where the corner fascia caps are separating from the slideout exterior. Photos are attached. I contacted Thor about it and their reply was "The fascia corner cap is stuck on with eternabond and then sealed around the edge after installed." Has anyone else had this problem and if so what did you use to bond it back in place? I would like to use something that would be a permanent fix. Thanks in advance!
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02-14-2022, 04:50 PM
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Site Team
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: ACE 27.1
State: Florida
Posts: 14,390
THOR #7035
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There's a few other threads here from people with the same issue. Some have even lost their corner pieces and had to order replacements. I don't recall any specifics about what was used to reinstall them but I think I would use the Proflex Geocell Adhesive/Sealant.
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2016 ACE 27.1
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02-14-2022, 06:18 PM
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Junior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Four Winds 31Y
State: Pennsylvania
Posts: 8
THOR #18446
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Quote:
Originally Posted by 16ACE27
There's a few other threads here from people with the same issue. Some have even lost their corner pieces and had to order replacements. I don't recall any specifics about what was used to reinstall them but I think I would use the Proflex Geocell Adhesive/Sealant.
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Thanks for the quick reply! I originally searched the forum with no luck but by using "slideout corner pieces" I found those threads you mentioned. Suggestions in those threads were various forms of double sided tape, gorilla glue and tape, tape and a rivet and the Proflex that you suggested. So I guess I'll be checking out the Proflex. My initial thought after Thor replied was to use Phenoseal Vinyl Adhesive Caulk (Lowes, Home Depot, etc.)
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02-14-2022, 09:23 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Vegas 25.6
State: New Mexico
Posts: 5,127
THOR #20220
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Proflex
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02-15-2022, 12:06 AM
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Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Four Winds 26B
State: Indiana
Posts: 389
THOR #6414
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Mine are held on with flex glue. Seems to have worked better than any of the other products I've tried in the past.
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02-15-2022, 12:36 AM
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Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Hurricane 29M
State: Texas
Posts: 2,728
THOR #11781
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Make sure both pieces are as clean as possible and remember that whatever was used in the factory didn't work.
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02-15-2022, 03:26 PM
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Junior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Four Winds 31Y
State: Pennsylvania
Posts: 8
THOR #18446
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Thank you one and all for the replies. They are greatly appreciated. I think I will do some 'winter doldrum' bonding tests with the Proflex and Flex Glue so I know what I'm using when spring breaks here in NE PA.
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02-17-2022, 03:49 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: challenger 37FH
State: Delaware
Posts: 696
THOR #13399
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Clean both surfaces thoroughly and used 3m double side automotive trim tape.
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02-20-2022, 02:33 AM
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Brand: Still Looking
Model: Forest River 2400R MBS
State: Missouri
Posts: 280
THOR #13744
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Originally Posted by wrapped
Clean both surfaces thoroughly and used 3m double side automotive trim tape.
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^^^^ as he said and then Proflex at the seams/overlaps.
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02-20-2022, 11:51 AM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: ACE 33.1
State: Massachusetts
Posts: 115
THOR #26005
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I would use a 100% silicone to seal it up. Little tip after you apply a bead of silicone get a spray bottle with water. Spray it lightly and than spread the bead to get a clean look. This will help it from sticking all over the place and doesn’t make a mess. Same method works any where silicone is needed
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02-20-2022, 12:22 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Freedom Traveller A27
State: North Carolina
Posts: 2,447
THOR #17765
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I would never use silicone on the exterior of an RV.
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02-20-2022, 12:58 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: ACE 33.1
State: Massachusetts
Posts: 115
THOR #26005
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Jimbo56
I would never use silicone on the exterior of an RV.
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Just looked up proflex made for RV. It flexible and bonds to any RV part it says.
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02-20-2022, 02:08 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Still Looking
Model: Forest River 2400R MBS
State: Missouri
Posts: 280
THOR #13744
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Ntrinh15
Just looked up proflex made for RV. It flexible and bonds to any RV part it says.
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Don't use it on your roof unless it is fiberglass. Proflex is not compatible with TPO or EPDM.
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02-20-2022, 02:28 PM
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Site Team
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: ACE 27.1
State: Florida
Posts: 14,390
THOR #7035
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Ntrinh15
I would use a 100% silicone to seal it up. Little tip after you apply a bead of silicone get a spray bottle with water. Spray it lightly and than spread the bead to get a clean look. This will help it from sticking all over the place and doesn’t make a mess. Same method works any where silicone is needed
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Jimbo56
I would never use silicone on the exterior of an RV.
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Ntrinh15
Just looked up proflex made for RV. It flexible and bonds to any RV part it says.
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What Jimbo said: 
Proflex is not silicon based.
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Ted & Melinda
2016 ACE 27.1
2016 Chevy Sonic Toad - Selling
2020 Chevy Colorado Z71 Trail Runner Toad
2024 Chevrolet Trax 2RS - Soon 2B TOAD
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02-20-2022, 02:52 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: ACE 33.1
State: Massachusetts
Posts: 115
THOR #26005
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Thanks for letting me know. Glad I asked great info
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02-20-2022, 07:23 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: 2016 A.C.E. 27.1
State: North Carolina
Posts: 123
THOR #17813
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It's a good idea to caulk all the seams where the molding attaches to the outside of the slide out to prevent leaks.
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02-21-2022, 07:56 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Sprinter four winds
State: Georgia
Posts: 150
THOR #14780
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Ntrinh15
Thanks for letting me know. Glad I asked great info
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It is a bit pricy and may be overkill but read about panel bond like 3M etc. I put a separated bay door back together with this product and it was stronger then the factory original.
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