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Old Aug 4, 2020 | 08:41 AM
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What is this?

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Size:  1.16 MB have these little chunks popping off our keystone outback. Only a few years old can't seem to find any info online.
 
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Old Aug 4, 2020 | 09:30 AM
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Hmmm, probably not, but almost looks like bb gun impacts. Appears to be behind the ladder, was it possible something like a branch got caught in the ladder and bounced in the wind. Any other locations on the trailer like that?
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Old Aug 4, 2020 | 09:36 AM
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Hmmm, probably not, but almost looks like bb gun impacts. Appears to be behind the ladder, was it possible something like a branch got caught in the ladder and bounced in the wind. Any other locations on the trailer like that?
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Yea all over in very odd spots, seems to be only on the rear. I know i didn't hit anything.
 
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Old Aug 4, 2020 | 09:49 AM
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Looks like bad prep work. That stinks, maybe find a close touch up brush.
 
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Old Aug 4, 2020 | 03:12 PM
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Do you tie anything to the back bumper or ladder of the camper? Flapping straps could cause that.
 
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Old Aug 4, 2020 | 09:48 PM
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Do you tie anything to the back bumper or ladder of the camper? Flapping straps could cause that.
Nothing, called keystone they think it may be a factory defect. Waiting to hear back. They called it a gel coat pop?
 
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Old Aug 5, 2020 | 09:02 AM
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Nothing, called keystone they think it may be a factory defect. Waiting to hear back. They called it a gel coat pop?

That sure is what it looks like, and it's not good as moisture can enter the material where the gel coat has popped off which will lead to more issues. I hope that Keystone steps up and takes care of it for you. Good luck!
 
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Old Aug 5, 2020 | 09:50 AM
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That sure is what it looks like, and it's not good as moisture can enter the material where the gel coat has popped off which will lead to more issues. I hope that Keystone steps up and takes care of it for you. Good luck!
They denied the claim although admitted it was a factory defect, guess I will go thru my insurance. They classified it as water damage so hopefully get it fixed up soon. I totally get warranties expire but really thought they would be more helpful.
 
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Old Aug 5, 2020 | 01:07 PM
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Common problem on some model motorhomes and some Fleetwood towable. Look over the rest of the camper carefully, it often worsens with time.

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Old Aug 5, 2020 | 10:02 PM
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Common problem on some model motorhomes and some Fleetwood towable. Look over the rest of the camper carefully, it often worsens with time.

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I have those "pops" on my Fleetwood Gearbox. But they're my fault. When fixing the delamination I got a little sloppy with the epoxy and some of it got on the gelcoat. When I removed the wood pressing the fiberglass to the trailer, some of the gelcoat came with the wood.

What's a good product to fill that in?
 
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Old Aug 6, 2020 | 09:44 AM
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I really don’t know what to suggest for repair. I have never seen it repaired and it doesn’t seem to lead to anything worse. The big Alpha diesel motorhomes were known for this problem, in my opinion due to corner cutting by the manufacturer.

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Old Aug 6, 2020 | 04:18 PM
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I really don’t know what to suggest for repair. I have never seen it repaired and it doesn’t seem to lead to anything worse. The big Alpha diesel motorhomes were known for this problem, in my opinion due to corner cutting by the manufacturer.

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So is it just the paint falling off?
 
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Old Aug 6, 2020 | 05:30 PM
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No, the filon breaks down.
 
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I have given consideration to covering mine up with a bumper sticker.
 
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