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How can one replace an RV window?

Materials:

- Replacement window (same size as the old one)

- Butyl tape

- Caulking gun

- Caulk

- Hammer

- Pry bar

- Screwdriver

- Tape measure

- Utility knife

Instructions:

1. Remove the old window.

- Use a pry bar to remove the interior window trim.

- Be careful not to damage the wall or the window frame.

- Once the trim is removed, use a screwdriver to remove the screws that hold the window in place.

- Carefully pry the window out of the frame.

2. Clean the window frame.

- Use a damp cloth to clean the frame of any dirt or debris.

- Allow the frame to dry completely before proceeding.

3. Apply butyl tape to the frame.

- Butyl tape is a self-adhesive sealant that will help to keep water from leaking into the RV.

- Apply a strip of butyl tape around the entire perimeter of the window frame.

4. Install the new window.

- Carefully set the new window into the frame.

- Make sure that the window is centered in the frame and that the butyl tape is properly sealed around the edges.

- Secure the window in place with the screws that you removed in step 1.

5. Reattach the interior window trim.

- Reattach the interior window trim that you removed in step 1.

- Make sure that the trim is securely attached and that there are no gaps between the trim and the window.

6. Caulk around the window.

- Apply a bead of caulk around the perimeter of the window, both inside and outside.

- Smooth the caulk with your finger or a caulking tool so that it is evenly distributed.

- Allow the caulk to dry completely before putting the window to use.