Small hollow half-round EPDM sponge rubber seal with skirted 3M Peel-N-Stick adhesive. Ideal for RV compartment doors and hatches. Commonly found on Jayco motorhomes and trailers and a wide variety of other RV brands. Will not fade, shrink, or crack. Hand crafted and made in USA.
The Steele Rubber Products 83-0106-277 is a top-quality small hollow half-round peel-and-stick sponge rubber seal engineered for RV compartment doors, exterior storage hatches, and access panels. At 9/32" high by 3/8" wide, this compact profile is purpose-built for the lower-profile door frames commonly found on exterior storage compartments and outdoor kitchen doors, where a larger seal would create interference or look out of place.
The exclusive skirted Peel-N-Stick design recesses the 3M adhesive beneath protective side flanges, preventing moisture and debris from working behind the seal edge — the most common cause of adhesive failure on standard weatherstrips. Installation is simple and tool-free: clean and dry the surface, peel the release liner, and press firmly into place. Constructed from superior-grade 100% EPDM sponge rubber that will not fade, shrink, or crack, this seal is excellent at resisting moisture, ozone, and UV exposure. Also sold under part number 83-0104-277, this seal is available in 5 ft, 10 ft, 15 ft, and 30 ft lengths and by the foot.
Compact 9/32" x 3/8" profile compresses evenly on compartment door frames where larger seals would create interference
Recessed 3M Peel-N-Stick tape shielded by skirting flanges prevents moisture and debris from collecting behind the seal edge
Superior-grade 100% EPDM sponge rubber resists UV, ozone, and moisture for long-lasting performance on exterior applications
Hand crafted by Steele Rubber Products with a 100% Satisfaction Guarantee and available in multiple strip lengths
This small hollow half-round seal is commonly found on the following Jayco models: Jayco Alante — Class A motorhome; storage compartment doors Jayco Precept — Class A motorhome; storage compartment doors Jayco Seismic — Fifth wheel toy hauler; storage compartment doors and some outdoor kitchen compartment doors Jayco North Point — Fifth wheel; storage compartment doors Jayco Pinnacle — Fifth wheel; storage compartment doors Jayco Eagle — Travel trailer; storage compartment doors Jayco Eagle HT — Travel trailer; storage compartment doors This seal is also commonly found on a wide variety of other RV brands including Airstream, ATC, Brinkley, Coachmen, Cruiser RV, Entegra, Fleetwood, Forest River, Foretravel, Heartland, Holiday Rambler, Keystone, Lance, Newmar, Prevost, Prime Time, Renegade, Thor, and Tiffin. Compatibility is not guaranteed. Always verify the gap dimensions (9/32" H x 3/8" W) and mounting surface width match your specific application before ordering. Actual fit may vary based on individual model year and manufacturing variations.
The bonding surface must be completely clean and dry before applying the seal. • Remove all old seals, adhesive, and residue using a general-purpose adhesive cleaner or rubbing alcohol • Allow the surface to dry completely — applying over wet cleaner prevents adhesion • Apply within the recommended temperature range: 60–104°F (15–40°C) • Minimize the temperature difference between the seal and the bonding surface The seal bonds quickly on contact, so work carefully. Lifting and repositioning after application will reduce adhesion quality. For full perimeter applications on compartment doors, use a small amount of cyanoacrylate (super glue for rubber) at end-to-end corner joints.
Step-by-Step Installation: 1. Remove Old Seal: Pull the existing weatherstrip from the compartment door frame, working around the full perimeter 2. Clean the Surface: Remove all old adhesive, residue, and debris using adhesive cleaner or rubbing alcohol 3. Dry Completely: Allow the bonding surface to dry fully before proceeding 4. Check Temperature: Confirm both the seal and bonding surface are between 60–104°F (15–40°C) 5. Cut to Length: Measure and cut the strip to fit each door section 6. Peel & Apply: Remove the backing a few inches at a time — do not remove all backing at once 7. Press Firmly: Apply steady, even pressure along the full length as you go 8. Corner Joints: Use a small amount of cyanoacrylate (super glue for rubber) at end-to-end corner joints for full perimeter seals 9. Allow to Cure: Seal bonds immediately on contact; allow 72 hours for full adhesion strength
In The Package: • One (1) continuous 15 ft strip of 83-0106-277 Peel-N-Stick Small Hollow Half Round RV Seal • 3M adhesive backing pre-applied and protected by release liner Recommended Supplies (Not Included): • Adhesive cleaner or isopropyl rubbing alcohol for surface prep • Disposable rags or shop towels • Steele Rubber Scraper/Tuck Tool (optional, aids clean installation) • Cyanoacrylate adhesive (super glue for rubber) for corner end-to-end bonding on perimeter seals
This seal is available in multiple lengths to match your project needs: 5 Ft Strip: Single small compartment door or hatch; good for testing fit before a larger purchase 10 Ft Strip: One to two standard exterior storage compartment doors 15 Ft Strip (This Item): Two to three compartment doors or one larger door with perimeter to spare 30 Ft Strip: Multiple compartment doors in a single purchase; best value for larger reseal jobs By the Foot: Custom lengths; cost per foot is higher than pre-cut strips Tip: Measure the total perimeter of all compartment doors to be resealed and add 10% for cutting allowance before selecting a strip length.
The small hollow half-round profile is widely used by major RV manufacturers as the standard compartment door seal across a broad range of brands and price points. Replacing worn or missing seals with the Steele Rubber EPDM version restores effective weatherproofing to exterior storage compartments and prevents the moisture intrusion and debris accumulation that lead to compartment damage over time.