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Swift challenger front window hinge rail

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Dazza65

Hi I have a 2008 Swift challenger 540 recently had it serviced engineer said signs of slight damp areas around front window. No mould of soft areas he said the hinge bar that holds the windows in is loose and needs to come off cleaned resealed and put back. Has anyone tackled this job any tips would be appreciated thanks Daren.
 
Dazza65 said:
Hi I have a 2008 Swift challenger 540 recently had it serviced engineer said signs of slight damp areas around front window. No mould of soft areas he said the hinge bar that holds the windows in is loose and needs to come off cleaned resealed and put back. Has anyone tackled this job any tips would be appreciated thanks Daren.
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At that age caravan I would also think about replacing the window seal too.
 
Dazza65 said:
Hi I have a 2008 Swift challenger 540 recently had it serviced engineer said signs of slight damp areas around front window. No mould of soft areas he said the hinge bar that holds the windows in is loose and needs to come off cleaned resealed and put back. Has anyone tackled this job any tips would be appreciated thanks Daren.
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Yes. Can be done diy but you need to be certain all surfaces are thoroughly dry. You will be shocked when you remove the rail and see the true extent of the water damage, black stains.. Basically remove all the windows first for ease of access. Once fully cleaned use Soudal RV61 or equivalent Sikaflex 522. Use stainless steel screw in new holes.
Plenty of vids on you tube.
 
I did this last year on my parent's (now sold) Coachman. I also did the roof/front panel jointing strip a few inches above it at the same time. As above, you might be shocked at the state of what is behind it (my parents panel was cracked) but all within the scope of a DIY repair. Just make sure everything is scrupulously cleaned with no traces of muck or mastic remaining. Before applying any new sealant (I used Sikaflex products) give all surfaces a wipe over with an isopropyl alcohol cleaner to remove any traces of residue left over. Also worth replacing the screws with new stainless steel ones if the old ones are past their best.
 
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