Should I put anything like silicone sprays or Protect ALL, etc., on my
5th wheel slideout seals?
And
Chris' response:
Hi Donald. I will occasionally wipe my seals down, especially
if I find they’ve gotten dirty. While sun exposure (UV) can cause rubber to
become stiff and brittle, I’ve never replaced a seal because of that reason. I
have replaced them because the little metal springs that clip onto the aluminum
extrusion inside the seal failed due to rust. That said, there’s always an
ounce of prevention… there are products made to protect slideout seals like 303
Aerospace or Protect All Slideout Seal Protectant. These have worked well
for me, providing the seals are clean first. Scrubbing them while washing the
coach works fine. Don’t forget the top seal on the slide. This can be a
collector of tree debris that can contribute to seal and roof decay. While
you’re up there, clean and seal the roof as well, if needed!
