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02-20-2018, 07:58 PM
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Help - reno questions
Is there a forum that helps me with information about renovation on a 1989 Hi lo tow lite ? I have a few questions .
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02-20-2018, 08:20 PM
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Welcome to the Forum!!
There is plenty of info here. Just stick around and someone will come back to help you.
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02-20-2018, 08:52 PM
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Ask away glad to help
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02-20-2018, 09:10 PM
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One what is the exterior made out of ? Can I paint it completely with some kind of sealant ? Like Kool seal the whole thing . Even though I don't see any visible leaks just to ensure none happen . Then paint the whole thing a standard tan color ? What are major problems or issue I need to look for . I purchased a 1989 Hi Lo fun lite today and have no idea how to ensure I have years of use our of it .
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02-20-2018, 09:35 PM
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Welcome to the forum
I'm a bit confused. Do you have a Towlite or a Funlite? The construction and repair methods are somewhat different. The best way to ensure no leaks is to do preventive maintenance. On units of this vintage iit is a must to carefully inspect the roof caulk and all caulk points on the HiLo. Next I would pull all the windows and reseal with butyl tape and Lexell caulk. Watch the operational videos. Ask any questions and we will answer them.
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02-20-2018, 09:40 PM
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Ha I thought a tow lite and fun lite where the same . I am not around my paperwork but I believe it is a fun lite . Would I be able to paint the material after I put sealant on it ?
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02-20-2018, 10:45 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by KellyAnn
Ha I thought a tow lite and fun lite where the same . I am not around my paperwork but I believe it is a fun lite . Would I be able to paint the material after I put sealant on it ?
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If you really wanted to paint it I would remove all trim , exterior doors , appliances such w/h door , furnace exhaust vent , kitchen exhaust vent and windows
Then paint and put back together
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02-21-2018, 07:06 AM
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According to the brochure collection the Towlite first came out in 1992. The Funlite continued for a few more years. It was a cross between the Towlite and the Classic.
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2012 F150 4X4 SuperCrew EcoBoost w/Leer Cap
Reese WD Strait-Line Hitch
Amateur Radio K3EXU
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02-21-2018, 09:38 AM
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KellyAnn, If you want to SEAL it do as campthewestcoast suggests, but I think I would first get rid of any shiny spots with sandpaper, then prime, then paint. This will seal it very well. I do NOT suggest applying sealant to the entire exterior, depending on the type paint selected, it probably won't stick well.
Resealing the windows are a must. There are several posts covering this. Use the "search" heading at the top. You can also find the operational videos there.
By the way, WELCOME from SW FL.
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02-21-2018, 10:19 AM
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And, KellyAnn - what kind of roof does your trailer have? If it's metal, then KoolSeal or another elastomeric equivalent will work well. But, if it's a rubber roof, you need to use a product that is especially formulated for that kind of roof.
- Jack
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03-07-2018, 12:00 PM
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KellyAnn-we just re-roofed our 2002 19TL. It had an EPDM like roof that was very dried out and was lifting in the front. There is a thread out that shows lots of pictures and how we did it and where we sourced the materials. As all these projects go the prep is the most work ! Good luck !!
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