Wheel Arch Leak

weedkiller
weedkiller Forum Participant Posts: 38
edited January 2022 in Caravans #1

I have a leak into the cupboard by the os wheelarch (Bailey Genoa) does any one know how to remove the outer wheel arch cover so that I can investigate .

It looks as if it could be screwed on but I am unsure whether it is bonded as well

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  • eribaMotters
    eribaMotters Club Member Posts: 1,193 ✭✭✭✭
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    edited January 2022 #2

    I cannot comment on the removal, but I can advise on something to seal the are when you gain access. https://www.screwfix.com/p/geocel-trade-mate-roofers-seal-lead-grey-310ml/72630#_=p

    On a return journey from France one year the rain was so bad I lost site of the caravan on the back. I had water penetration around the integral gas locker where the rain had been pulled up underneath the van. I removed cabinetwork, dried the area out and sealed the are. % years later when I sold all was still perfect. It also smells great, if you are after a solvent high, so take care.

    I know some will advise on the use of Sikaflex, which is my go-to adhesive/sealant on new dry work.

     

    Colin

  • viatorem
    viatorem Forum Participant Posts: 645
    edited January 2022 #3

    Something to look out for from a sufferer, hopefully not!

    Just check that the tyre has not worn its way through the top of the wheel arch, could indicate an axle or loading problem.

  • DSB
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    edited January 2022 #4

    Exactly what I was thinking, V....  They say you should be able to get a 50p between the top of the tyre and the underneath of the wheel arch (box).  If not, you could very well have a collapsed axle.

    If it is the axle, and your 'van is still in warranty, get back to your dealer a.s.a.p.  They may ask for the 'van for an inspection.  If this is the case, they may send for the Alko engineer to inspect.  If so, empty the caravan - Alko will weigh the caravan.  If it's overweight they will blame you for overloading and refuse a warranty claim.

    If your van is out of warranty, there is a company in Scotland who refurbished axles (Frazer Brown), but you will probably need to replace the wheel arch box... as it may be the collapsed axle/ tyre that has cause the hole in the box - hence the leak.  

    http://www.fraserbrowneng.co.uk/index.php?c=al-ko-axle-repair

    Do let us know how you get on with it....  All the best.

    David

  • Dannyd20
    Dannyd20 Forum Participant Posts: 1
    edited April 8 #5

    Hi. I have that situation now. Tyre has worn through top of the wheel arch on my Bailey Pegasus 2.

     

    The plastic cover seems very flimsy and appears to have collapsed a little in the center over the wheel.

     

    What is the best way to fix this?

     

     

     

     

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