How to Replace Rockwood Travel Trailer Window

Forest River manufactures Rockwood travel trailers and fifth wheels in a variety of styles and sizes. The windows are also designed in a variety of sizes, and replacement requires basic construction skills. Replacement windows are available for order directly from Forest River or through Forest River dealers. You also may cut Plexiglas to match the window size for an inexpensive alternative. The travel trailer windows are secured with a clamping system that is easy to manipulate.

Things You'll Need

  • Tape measure
  • Screwdriver
  • Putty knife
  • Silicone caulking
  • Caulking gun
  • Dry towel
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Instructions

    • 1

      Locate the window for replacement and measure the window dimensions. Contact Forest River or order a replacement window through a dealer. Window specialty companies are also capable of cutting glass to match the dimensions.

    • 2

      Locate the screws on the inside of the track that holds the window in place. Turn the screws counterclockwise until they are free from the track.

    • 3

      Apply a small amount of pressure to loosen the window position. The window will manipulate easily and wiggle when the internal clamps are loose. Slide a putty knife flush against the internal window base and push it between the window and the rubber seal. Push the knife around the entire edge of the window to separate the glass from the rubber seal.

    • 4

      Lightly manipulate the window position with your hands and remove the old window from the frame.

    • 5

      Push the rubber seal back into the original position around the window frame. The rubber is often pulled out of the frame as you remove the old window. Add a small amount of instant glue to the base of the rubber seal to help hold the position.

    • 6

      Use a caulking gun to add a thin layer of waterproof caulking to the window gap in the rubber seal. Fit the new window in the gap and use a dry cloth to wipe off any smeared caulking.

    • 7

      Replace the screws and tighten until the window is clamped in place. Adjust the window position as you tighten the screws for a perfect fit.