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02-21-2020, 11:44 AM
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Winnebago Owner
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Winnebago windshield gasket sellers
The gasket on my windshield after 20 years begin to age.
I searched in the web but couldn't find anything useful.
Do any of you know where you can buy these parts?
These are the upper and lower and the central strips rubber.
Regards!
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Freightliner Chassis XC
Cat 300 HP
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02-21-2020, 01:51 PM
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Winnebago Master
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Location: Pflugerville/Austin, Tx
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I'm thinking that is going to be Winnebago specific and may require an actual dealer????
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02-21-2020, 02:11 PM
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Winnebago Owner
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Morich
I'm thinking that is going to be Winnebago specific and may require an actual dealer????
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Great!!!
The "little problem" is that I am one of four European mad cats who live permanently on a US motorhome!
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Freightliner Chassis XC
Cat 300 HP
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02-21-2020, 04:54 PM
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Winnebago Master
Join Date: Nov 2018
Location: Pflugerville/Austin, Tx
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Did not mean to say it has to be done by the dealer, only that I thought that might be the only spot to order one. But then I may also be missing some other spots, so it does bare further checking.
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02-21-2020, 05:55 PM
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Winnie-Wise
Join Date: Dec 2019
Location: Kansas
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Try the parts department at Lichtsinn RV. They are on the web. Give them your VIN and they can supply most any part. You might also need the tracks that the molding snaps into unless you can reuse the old ones.
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2021 Winnebago Vista 35U towing a 2022 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk
2010 Cadillac SRX 2003 Itasca Sunova 30B
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02-22-2020, 08:06 AM
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Site Team
Join Date: Sep 2009
Location: Spring Branch, TX
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I’d suggest contacting a RV windshield replacement firm locally. You could get lucky.
If the parts are specific (they may be or they may not be) call the WBGO parts dept in Iowa. They may have parts, or part numbers or even the name of the original supplier. Just give them your VIN and serial number.
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2016 Lincoln MKX Toad
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02-22-2020, 10:39 AM
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Winnebago Owner
Join Date: Dec 2014
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OK! I will try to follow some of your tracks, including that of the local factories of extruded rubber, there are several that make pieces tailored to the customer... hoping they have affordable prices.
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Freightliner Chassis XC
Cat 300 HP
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02-22-2020, 11:45 AM
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Site Team
Join Date: Sep 2009
Location: Spring Branch, TX
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Carglass Trento and VetroCar both do "caravan" windshield replacements near you. I know that there is nothing like your Ultimate Advantage Winnebago even remotely around you. BUT it's possible that the seals and moldings are similar in nature to other off the shelf auto windshield parts.
You never know.
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02-22-2020, 11:49 AM
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Site Team
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Location: Spring Branch, TX
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Here is the complete parts list for your year and model.
http://www.winnebagoind.com/service/...00/0ukq38k.pdf
Here is the Windshield parts list for the 2000 Ultimate Advantage 38K: Call WBGO Parts department with the part numbers shown below for the seals and trim you need.
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02-22-2020, 02:01 PM
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Winnebago Owner
Join Date: Oct 2017
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Might look at steele rubber supplys the have many many rubber parts rv also.
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02-22-2020, 04:08 PM
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Winnebago Master
Join Date: Oct 2017
Location: Elk Grove, CA
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Is it the exterior, black rubber moulding that surrounds the windshield and up the center that you need? If so, it can be ordered from Winnebago or Lichtsinn. It fits into a metal channel and doesn't seal anything, it's primarily cosmetic. It just pulls right out and the new one presses right in without any sealant or adhesive.
Many of us run a strip of Eternabond tape across the top to prevent windshield leaks. Some tape all around.
If you're addressing something that goes between the windshield and frame, I suspect that will involve a professional since the windshield would need to be removed.
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2002 Itasca Suncruiser 35U
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02-24-2020, 11:10 AM
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Winnebago Owner
Join Date: Dec 2014
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Quote:
Originally Posted by BobC
Is it the exterior, black rubber moulding that surrounds the windshield and up the center that you need? If so, it can be ordered from Winnebago or Lichtsinn. It fits into a metal channel and doesn't seal anything, it's primarily cosmetic. It just pulls right out and the new one presses right in without any sealant or adhesive.
Many of us run a strip of Eternabond tape across the top to prevent windshield leaks. Some tape all around.
If you're addressing something that goes between the windshield and frame, I suspect that will involve a professional since the windshield would need to be removed.
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That's exactly what I'm talking about.
If it breaks it must also be replaced.
One thing is certain, if I could get it done with a more robust plastic or anodized aluminum maybe it would be better.
So I don't think about it anymore.
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02-24-2020, 01:08 PM
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Winnebago Master
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Originally Posted by Tony65
That's exactly what I'm talking about.
If it breaks it must also be replaced.
One thing is certain, if I could get it done with a more robust plastic or anodized aluminum maybe it would be better.
So I don't think about it anymore.
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I guess I don't understand the problem. It's 20 years old and needs to be replaced. It doesn't cost much and is an easy job. You're then OK for another 20 years.
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02-25-2020, 08:45 AM
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Winnebago Owner
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Quote:
Originally Posted by BobC
I guess I don't understand the problem. It's 20 years old and needs to be replaced. It doesn't cost much and is an easy job. You're then OK for another 20 years.
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Without words!
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02-25-2020, 09:46 AM
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Winnebago Master
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You might want to lift up the seal at the bottom center of the windshield and at the top as well, and with a flashlight peak under the seal and see if the steel frame is rusty.
A common problem with the Winnebago's is the factory didn't paint and seal the steel frame well enough and it rusts very badly. It is not unusual to find parts of the frame rusted through.
If that happens then the windshield has to be removed and the metal ground down, treated for rust, painted and then the windshield put back in. I have read it is not always possible to get the windshield out w/o breaking it.
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02-26-2020, 07:52 AM
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Winnebago Owner
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Quote:
Originally Posted by al1florida
You might want to lift up the seal at the bottom center of the windshield and at the top as well, and with a flashlight peak under the seal and see if the steel frame is rusty.
A common problem with the Winnebago's is the factory didn't paint and seal the steel frame well enough and it rusts very badly. It is not unusual to find parts of the frame rusted through.
If that happens then the windshield has to be removed and the metal ground down, treated for rust, painted and then the windshield put back in. I have read it is not always possible to get the windshield out w/o breaking it.
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I went there too.
But that's a job I've already done.
I wonder and ask you: when it comes to sensitive and important areas, what does it cost Winnebago to use stainless steel? Even stainless steel screws?
How much more would an RV cost? $ 200? $ 400? Who cares!
If I can spend 200-300,000 to buy an RV, I can also add $ 400, but please use stainless steel or duralumin where needed!
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02-26-2020, 08:53 AM
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Winnebago Master
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Back in the 1950's & 60's, perhaps 70's cars had problems with the lower panels rusting through. That is pretty much a thing of the past.
That tells me, it is not a problem with using steel, it is an issue of Winnebago not properly treating the steel frame the windshield mounts on.
Proper treatment and painting should only cost $5-$10, if that much, on a mass produced product.
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02-27-2020, 12:12 PM
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WinnieAdven38
Join Date: Aug 2019
Location: Riverside, CA
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(1) For ANY Winnebago owner - call Winnebago first! I have always found them to be tremendously helpful and one of the key benefits of owning a Winnebago product. They will not only give you great advice, but can also sell you parts directly. But more specifically -
(2) A gasket implies a compressible material that usually fits between 2 parts to make a tight seal which will keep fluids in and/or fluids out. There is no gasket between your windshield and body. Instead, as with most windshields, they are fitted with a hardening, flexible sealant such as urethane between the glass and body. This material not only seals out water but also bonds the glass to keep it in place.
(3) What you may be referring to are the visible outer rubber trim pieces which fit in the gap between the edge of the windshield glass and the visible, painted body. These are usually specific to the manufacturer, and should be readily available directly from Winnebago. Give 'em a call!
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02-27-2020, 01:25 PM
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Winnebago Owner
Join Date: Nov 2010
Location: Surrey, B.C.
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FYI for HappiHenri. Winnebago no longer sells parts direct to their customers!
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2007 Itasca Sunrise 35A, W24 Chassis, Blue Ox, Toad-HHR. Retired
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02-27-2020, 01:55 PM
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WinnieAdven38
Join Date: Aug 2019
Location: Riverside, CA
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Did not know this. I have ordered various items from them several times, though not for the last 1 1/2 years. I hope this is not their new policy because I value their direct customer service (tech advice and parts) greatly.
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