[VAC] Re: hello

[Charlie/Betty Burke <cbburke@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

The typical recommendation for resealing the Vista View windows is the
reseal along the top of the window frame were it sits against the skin
with a product called Vulkem. Vulkem is a urethane based sealant. It is
available from a number of sources in a number of blends. Any Airstream
dealer will have it as does the  Airstream Dreams web site. Do not use
silicone based sealants on your Airstreams. While they will appear to
hold and seal, in fact they will not. And once on it is very difficult
to remove. In fact, if that is what is now on the 72 it must be removed
before sealing it.
Removing the window it's self is a major project normally undertaken
only when the glass is broken and in need of replacement.
It is not uncommon for a leak as you describe it to come from an area
above the windows. In a case like yours a thorough inspection of the
entire roof for loose or missing rivets, loosen seams, or cracked
sealant is called for. Using Vulkem and Alcoa's Gutter Seal or a like
product all seams and other penetrations should be resealed. Again, if
there is silicone up there now it must be removed first.

Charlie