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06-02-2022, 07:51 PM
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Rivet Master
2021 30' Globetrotter
Oviedo
, Florida
Join Date: Jun 2021
Posts: 1,372
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Same here. I’ve got 303 and the Florida sun bakes the stick resistance out in a few days. Frankly we don’t get much open window time here. It’s mostly AC weather. But the couple of times we can go windows open I just chase the seals with a credit card and we’re good for the week or so we are camping.
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Originally Posted by RAH
yes, I have tried that. I rub that 303 protectant on that I bought in Jackson Center on in Spring. Then 2 days later (OK, I am exaggerating here) the window is stuck and I try really hard to not "force" it with the interior handles so as to not bend/break them. Finally I walk outside, and sometimes all it takes is a mere pull with a fingernail (exaggerating again) to pop the window open.
So I am ready to try a Window Popper....in addition to applying the 303 protecant to the window seals to keep them in proper working condition.
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06-02-2022, 09:46 PM
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Rivet Master
2006 25' Safari FB SE
Spokane
, Washington
Join Date: Sep 2009
Posts: 1,859
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I highly recommend the poppers. I did the 303 thing for years and....it worked.....but not all of the time. The wife (and I) really like the poppers. Easy Peasy.
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06-03-2022, 04:40 AM
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Rivet Master
2018 30' Flying Cloud
Springfield
, Ohio
Join Date: Jun 2020
Posts: 569
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I made my own window poppers after viewing the thread below. They're simple to make and the cost is minimal.
https://www.airforums.com/forums/f16...ml#post1358139
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06-03-2022, 05:44 AM
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Rivet Master
2021 20' Caravel
Plaistow
, New Hampshire
Join Date: Oct 2020
Posts: 712
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Poppers
Out of stock until 6/10.
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06-03-2022, 08:24 AM
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Rivet Master
2008 27' International FB
Petaluma
, California
Join Date: May 2011
Posts: 1,364
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Quote:
Originally Posted by RAH
Thanks, let us know how it goes. Website says installation takes 5 minutes per window. Wonder what takes 5 minutes. Take a pic or 2 and post them if you can. Thanks
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We installed a set and they work well. It takes 5 minutes per window if you want to be careful and not put holes in or scratch adjacent or unwanted areas (I placed tape on area and used center punch to create a dimple before drilling). -Brad
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06-05-2022, 08:09 PM
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Rivet Master
2021 20' Caravel
Plaistow
, New Hampshire
Join Date: Oct 2020
Posts: 712
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Now they're saying they may no longer be produced.
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06-05-2022, 08:25 PM
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Site Team
2009 25' FB International
2018 27' Globetrotter
Tavares
, Florida
Join Date: Mar 2014
Posts: 3,725
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Who is saying that and why?
Just curious!
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06-06-2022, 04:24 AM
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Rivet Master
2021 20' Caravel
Plaistow
, New Hampshire
Join Date: Oct 2020
Posts: 712
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E mail from Roger Siminoff. Don't know why. (SiminoffJeeParts)
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06-06-2022, 07:16 AM
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2 Rivet Member
2022 30' Flying Cloud
DFW
, Texas
Join Date: May 2021
Posts: 51
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I installed ours last week - easy install and they work flawlessly. No more wrestling with the windows.
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06-06-2022, 07:48 AM
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Rivet Master
1999 34' Excella
Currently Looking...
Hillsboro
, Texas
Join Date: Feb 2013
Posts: 6,408
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3m gasket lube.. and clean the glass especially well at seal contact points.
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06-08-2022, 02:13 PM
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2 Rivet Member
2015 28' International
East Hampton
, Connecticut
Join Date: Jun 2022
Posts: 46
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Be aware that silicone is not rubber friendly. 303 is rubber friendly.
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06-08-2022, 03:05 PM
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4 Rivet Member
2004 22' International CCD
Beaumont
, California
Join Date: Jan 2021
Posts: 474
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I painted the face (glass side) of all the window weatherstripping / seals with clear mail polish last August and none of the windows ever stick.
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06-08-2022, 04:29 PM
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Rivet Master
2022 23' Flying Cloud
Seattle
, Washington
Join Date: Mar 2022
Posts: 848
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Quote:
Originally Posted by RAH
Thanks, let us know how it goes. Website says installation takes 5 minutes per window. Wonder what takes 5 minutes. Take a pic or 2 and post them if you can. Thanks
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That's probably for anyone hesitant to drill into their window. 4 minutes of sweating, 1 minute of drilling and installing. My first window might take 5 minutes, but hopefully would go quicker after that!
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06-17-2022, 12:45 PM
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Rivet Master
2021 20' Caravel
Plaistow
, New Hampshire
Join Date: Oct 2020
Posts: 712
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Available again. siminoffjeeparts
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06-17-2022, 01:50 PM
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Site Team
1994 25' Excella
Waukesha
, Wisconsin
Join Date: Sep 2020
Posts: 5,576
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I just got 6 of these while visiting Woodland Airstream. They had a few left on the rack.
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1994 Excella 25 Follow the build on Gertie!
1999 Suburban LS 2500 w/7.4L V8
1974 GMC 4108a - Custom Coach Land Cruiser (Sold)
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08-14-2022, 01:59 PM
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New Member
2016 27' Flying Cloud
Seneca
, South Carolina
Join Date: Sep 2015
Posts: 2
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We’ve had the poppers for three years. They work great. We got them on the recommendation of fellow Airstreamer. We still use silicon on the seal once a year.
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05-22-2023, 04:16 PM
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Occasional RV
2023 27' Flying Cloud
Coatesville
, Pennsylvania
Join Date: May 2023
Posts: 35
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Silicone periodically and run a credit card around the seal if they are stuck. Could even spray some of the silicone on an old credit card to keep it from sticking.
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05-22-2023, 04:21 PM
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Rivet Master
2019 27' Globetrotter
Missouri Valley
, Iowa
Join Date: Sep 2008
Posts: 512
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I've used silicone and 303. Applied sparingly or liberally. Neither worked very long. Installed Poppers last year and they work !!
Dan
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10-13-2023, 02:27 PM
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KON
2022 27' International
St. Joseph
, Michigan
Join Date: Dec 2021
Posts: 5
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Window poppers availability
I have used silicone spray on windows to prevent sticking and use a credit card to work the windows free when they inevitably stick anyway.
I want to install window poppers but I can't find them.
Website for "seeyoudowntheroad.com" appears to be no longer functional.
Anyone know if this popular product is still available?
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10-13-2023, 08:38 PM
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Site Team
1994 25' Excella
Waukesha
, Wisconsin
Join Date: Sep 2020
Posts: 5,576
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Quote:
Originally Posted by koneill
I have used silicone spray on windows to prevent sticking and use a credit card to work the windows free when they inevitably stick anyway.
I want to install window poppers but I can't find them.
Website for "seeyoudowntheroad.com" appears to be no longer functional.
Anyone know if this popular product is still available?
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I got mine at Woodlands Airstream when I went to visit their store. They had a bunch, but I never did find them on their website. My suggestion is to give them a call and see if they still have them.
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1994 Excella 25 Follow the build on Gertie!
1999 Suburban LS 2500 w/7.4L V8
1974 GMC 4108a - Custom Coach Land Cruiser (Sold)
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