Should Butyl Tape Or A Sealant Be Used When Installing Outlet On RV With Aluminum Siding?
Updated 11/17/2025 | Published 10/20/2025
Question:
Not a lot of videos on installing the outlet on a rv with aluminum siding, will the included gasket prevent any gaps? Or should I use caulk or some butyl tape?
asked by: Jay
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Expert Reply:
Hello Jay, thanks for reaching out. Yes, you would want to use butyl tape or a non-sag sealant for that. The gasket by itself would not be enough to fully weatherproof the hole. Maybe we will try to get a video of that next time we see an aluminum trailer here at our shop for electrical work.
expert reply by:
Jesse M
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