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Alpha Systems Butyl Tape for RV Weatherproofing - 20' x 1" x 3/16"

Alpha Systems Butyl Tape for RV Weatherproofing - 20' x 1" x 3/16"

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Butyl tape is an essential tool for weatherproofing marine and RV components. This sturdy material creates a long-lasting, weatherproof gasket to fill gaps between your RV's outer hull and the mounting points for vents, windows, and doors. Great Prices for the best rv roof repair from Alpha Systems. Alpha Systems Butyl Tape for RV Weatherproofing - 20' x 1" x 3/16" part number AL28FJ can be ordered online at etrailer.com or call 1-800-940-8924 for expert service.
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Alpha Systems RV Roof Repair - AL28FJ

  • Tape
  • Colors May Vary
  • 20 Feet Long
  • Butyl Tape
  • Alpha Systems

Butyl tape is an essential tool for weatherproofing marine and RV components. This sturdy material creates a long-lasting, weatherproof gasket to fill gaps between your RV's outer hull and the mounting points for vents, windows, and doors.


Features:

  • Butyl tape functions as a gasket for a weatherproof seal when mounting RV or marine components
    • Sticks to the underside of mounting brackets and installation points before pressing into place on your RV or boat
    • Provides for greater protection from the elements than using sealant alone
    • Prevents the intrusion of moisture into nail or screw holes
  • Adhesive works on most nonporous materials including roofing membranes and metal
    • Won't crack, harden, or shrink
    • Can be applied in temperatures from -5 degrees F to 120 degrees F
  • Easy to use - press tape firmly to first surface, remove backing, and then press onto second surface for an even seal
    • Applies best to clean and dry surfaces
  • Made in the USA


Specs:

  • Quantity: 1 roll
  • Dimensions: 20' long x 1" wide x 3/16" thick
  • Application temperature range: -5 F - 120 F
  • Colors may vary
  • 1-Year limited warranty


Butyl tape is used primarily as a gasket for preventing moisture from leaking into your RV around cutouts in the hull for vents, doors, windows, and wiring outlets. Butyl tape is widely used by RV manufacturers because of its high performance and durability. It does not dry out and crack over time, and its strong adhesive quality means it sticks and stays in place on smooth surfaces.


Butyl tape is most often used in conjunction with sealants to create the highest level of weatherproofing to prevent leaks and ongoing damage. It's ideal for use in areas where fixtures need to be drilled, nailed or bolted into place. The rubbery material keeps those openings sealed and free from water damage. While this is great for those who do their own repairs and upgrades, butyl tape is also good to have on hand to make temporary repairs. The tacky material can plug up any problem areas and hold strong, so you don't have to cut your trip short.



2020002263 Alpha Systems Q130 Butyl Tape for RVs - 20' x 1" x 3/16" - Quantity 1

Replaces 2020328719 and AL72FJ





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Alpha Systems Butyl Tape for RV Weatherproofing - 20' x 1" x 3/16" - AL28FJ

Average Customer Rating:  4.6 out of 5 stars   (138 Customer Reviews)

Butyl tape is an essential tool for weatherproofing marine and RV components. This sturdy material creates a long-lasting, weatherproof gasket to fill gaps between your RV's outer hull and the mounting points for vents, windows, and doors.

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Turned out 1" wide when I thought it was 1/4" but is a quality butyl tape



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Easy to use, I put in a new roof vent and fan. Still sealing and no leaks.



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This stuff worked great for sealing my new awning arms to the coach.



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Worked very well to easily and securely seal the light fixture.

Ron

6/18/2023

Seal is watertight and secure after a lot of miles of travel.



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Good quality butyl tape. etrailer.com has friendly service with good follow up on orders.



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Product is awesome. However the way it was packaged made the product unusable so it wasn’t shipping problems it is packaging problems.

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Jenny N.

7/23/2023

That is not what we want to hear. I will have our Customer Service team reach out to you.



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No attempt to package correctly. Came completely squashed and stuck to all of the other products in my order.

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Katrina D.

7/20/2023

Yikes, lets get you over to customer service so they can see what they can do for you.



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I used this butyl tape for marine application. It's butyl tape plain and simple. Seals deck and port light fittings as expected. Fair price for the product.



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did not come with a remote control the box was open with the tape inside of it ????

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Brooke M.

12/15/2022

Oh my, I will make sure our customer service team gets a hold of you about this.



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Worked as advertised and shown on [onine videos]



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Very sticky! I actully went around the vent opening twice. Very flexible, I was able to mold it around the corners so there is only one seam, which I was able to smoosh togethter so there is no chance of water getting through.



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Does it's job well



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I changed out the OEM bathroom fan with a Maxxair variable speed fan and used this tape for sealing the surface on the roof. It worked wonderfully!



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Product was as described.

Scott

4/21/2023

All perfect!



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Used it under brackets to seal screw holes through the roof when installing a solar panel on our trailer. Does what it is supposed to do. Comes in a 20' roll where we only needed about 8" of it. Oh well, now we have plenty if there is further need for weatherproofing.



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Works great



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i am very happy with this product and any other purchases I've made in the past on this site for our camper. I can always count on etrailer for anything im looking for !!! thanks so much for everything.



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Used this tape on some replacement skylights. It’s a little tricky to get on as it is not rigid. I found cutting to length prior to applying worked best for me. I found that in the end it was very forgiving.



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Reasonably priced and shipped quickly



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Great customer service and will continue to use etrailer. Ordered on Thursday and received Friday.



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etrailer support has been great !

Service
- 5

Value - 4

Shipping - 4

Quality - 5



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Overall it was good. The only issue was the shipping. I paid for 3 to 5 day shipping and according to your tracker it wasn't Evan pulled from the shelves till after 5 days of the order and I received the order 5 days after that. One on the items in the shipment was stuck to the box and needed a little protection. (pic included)



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In Florida we get some heavy rain and no leaks yet



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Must have for weatherproofing.



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It was perfect customer service and communication regarding my recent order. Just have to replace the part now. Loved the how to video on your site.


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