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Anyone replaced window latches - upper front?

Posted: Sat Jun 07, 2014 10:26 am
by Reddeer
Has anyone replaced broken Hehr latches on the windows in the upper front of the rig? I unscrewed the metal frame inside, but it appears the windows have to "pop out" to the outside to disassemble and replace the handle/latch? Any advice? Thanks.

Re: Anyone replaced window latches - upper front?

Posted: Sat Sep 20, 2014 4:08 pm
by micabarry
Hi, I know this is an old thread but wondering if you were successful locating a hehr latch and replacing.it. I just bought a 91 with missing latch.

Re: Anyone replaced window latches - upper front?

Posted: Sun Sep 21, 2014 8:07 pm
by nvestysly
Hehr is still in business and was very helpful answering questions for me recently. They don't sell parts direct but ParKin is one of their major suppliers. The web sites are:

http://hehrintl.com/index.htm

http://www.parkin-acc.com/

I looked around on the ParKin web site and they have Hehr latches for sale. Good luck.

Re: Anyone replaced window latches - upper front?

Posted: Mon Sep 22, 2014 12:08 pm
by Reddeer
Hello all,

I did not attempt to complete the repair this year - there were other priorities. I may have my RV mechanic do it next spring.

Re: Anyone replaced window latches - upper front?

Posted: Sat Mar 19, 2016 11:53 am
by 91B190
Reddeer wrote:Hello all,

I did not attempt to complete the repair this year - there were other priorities. I may have my RV mechanic do it next spring.
You would start with your windows removed, clean the window frame with some type of grease remover (mineral spirits, acetone, etc), make sure the surface of the fiberglass is clean as well. Take your butyl tape and put it all along the seam on the outside. The butyl tape should stick out further than your window frame. Put the window in place and tighten all screws down, you will see butyl tape start compressing. Remove the excess butyl tape from the outside of the frame where it hangs out. Allow it to dry and that should be it! There all a few videos on youtube that show the process well.

Re: Anyone replaced window latches - upper front?

Posted: Tue Mar 22, 2016 12:55 pm
by Reddeer
Thanks 91B910. Did you buy some windows and if so, from whom? Thanks.