What's the trick for installing the vinyl trim?

JP2558
JP2558 Member Posts: 244
in Modifications & Upgrades

Over the past six years I've had to replace the vinyl trim (3 times) that runs from the front bottom of the trailer, through the push/pull handle, over the top and finally to the rear bottom. The first time I used trim from Amazon and within two years it was cracking. So I got some from a local RV dealer. Last year it came undone while on the road, so I ordered a thicker/heavier version of it from Amazon and installed it on both sides. Last week while on the road, one side came loose from the rail and was flapping in the wind, even though it was still attached by the screws under the front, and back and under the handle.

So how do I install this and prevent a repeat of last week? Glue or silicone sealant on the screw heads?

Thank in advance for any guidance.


Thanks, Jerry 
 
2019 Honda Pilot AWD and 2018 T@B 320-CS hanging out on the left edge of Lake Erie.

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  • Mouseketab
    Mouseketab Member Posts: 1,262

    Use some Shoe Goo adhesive every few inches. It won't move again.

    Carol
    MOUSE-KE-T@B
    2007 Dutchmen T@B Clamshell #2741
    2022 nuCamp T@B 320 CS-S
    2021 F-150 502A Lariat SuperCrew, 3.5 EcoBoost 4x2
    Harvest, AL
  • JP2558
    JP2558 Member Posts: 244

    Never heard of Shoe Goo, I will try it. But should it be used on top of the screws or placed directly on the trim or on the frame?


    Thanks, Jerry 
     
    2019 Honda Pilot AWD and 2018 T@B 320-CS hanging out on the left edge of Lake Erie.
  • Mouseketab
    Mouseketab Member Posts: 1,262
    https://tab-rv.vanillacommunity.com/discussion/comment/221913#Comment_221913

    Just a dab underneath the vinyl trim every few inches.

    Carol
    MOUSE-KE-T@B
    2007 Dutchmen T@B Clamshell #2741
    2022 nuCamp T@B 320 CS-S
    2021 F-150 502A Lariat SuperCrew, 3.5 EcoBoost 4x2
    Harvest, AL

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