UPDATE ON SLIDE OUT FLOOR.
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UPDATE ON SLIDE OUT FLOOR.
Well today I got started on taking the bow out of our slide-out floor. I jacked the floor level from underneath. I have installed the first of three 2"x2" glue lam oak beams 3' long.
I glued & screwed the first one under the rear of the dinette bench close to the middle of the slid-out. I plan on putting another 4' away under the other bench. I seems the dinette area is the worst. I used PL POLY GLUE. I want to move the support underneath to level the area for the second beam. So I want to wait a few days for the glue to cure 100%. The directions say at least 24 hours for complete cure.
So I'll keep you updated as I go. I guess I should take a few pictures to post.
Craig
I glued & screwed the first one under the rear of the dinette bench close to the middle of the slid-out. I plan on putting another 4' away under the other bench. I seems the dinette area is the worst. I used PL POLY GLUE. I want to move the support underneath to level the area for the second beam. So I want to wait a few days for the glue to cure 100%. The directions say at least 24 hours for complete cure.
So I'll keep you updated as I go. I guess I should take a few pictures to post.
Craig
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Well today I got started on taking the bow out of our slide-out floor. I jacked the floor level from underneath. I have installed the first of three 2"x2" glue lam oak beams 3' long.
I glued & screwed the first one under the rear of the dinette bench close to the middle of the slid-out. I plan on putting another 4' away under the other bench. I seems the dinette area is the worst. I used PL POLY GLUE. I want to move the support underneath to level the area for the second beam. So I want to wait a few days for the glue to cure 100%. The directions say at least 24 hours for complete cure.
So I'll keep you updated as I go. I guess I should take a few pictures to post.
Craig
I glued & screwed the first one under the rear of the dinette bench close to the middle of the slid-out. I plan on putting another 4' away under the other bench. I seems the dinette area is the worst. I used PL POLY GLUE. I want to move the support underneath to level the area for the second beam. So I want to wait a few days for the glue to cure 100%. The directions say at least 24 hours for complete cure.
So I'll keep you updated as I go. I guess I should take a few pictures to post.
Craig
Good to hear back. Hope it is all for the good!
Steve
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I'll get some pictures when I install the second beam. I'm not sure how common of a problem this is, I know of one other in our RV Park & I have seen one separate from the wall on the end. Our RV is an 2005 Tahoe TT with a 12' Slide-out. Ours still slid in OK, It wasn't a problem in the operation of the slide. We live full time in our RV so I try to stay on top of repairs. Easier to fix before it separates from a wall.
Steve do you see much of this on other RVs? The one that separated from the wall was an 07 Montana 5th wheel.
Craig
Steve do you see much of this on other RVs? The one that separated from the wall was an 07 Montana 5th wheel.
Craig
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I'll get some pictures when I install the second beam. I'm not sure how common of a problem this is, I know of one other in our RV Park & I have seen one separate from the wall on the end. Our RV is an 2005 Tahoe TT with a 12' Slide-out. Ours still slid in OK, It wasn't a problem in the operation of the slide. We live full time in our RV so I try to stay on top of repairs. Easier to fix before it separates from a wall.
Steve do you see much of this on other RVs? The one that separated from the wall was an 07 Montana 5th wheel.
Craig
Steve do you see much of this on other RVs? The one that separated from the wall was an 07 Montana 5th wheel.
Craig
Slides are a must have and, at the same time, create incredible problems. The most common problems are seal leaks, but I see loads of walls come apart. As you suggest, the most important thing owners can do is stay on top of maintenance. I encourage folks to go up on the roof twice a year and check their slides at the same time. I also think slide topper awnings represent money well spent. The more water you can keep off your slides, the less problem you will have. Maintenance takes only minutes a month if done routinely and costs very little. Let things go and it takes hours and can cost thousands.
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I am glad to find this thread. I have a 1994 King of the road that I live in full time. There is a considerable dip in the slide out floor, but no sign of separation or weakness. Where the coutch sits I have done nothing, but where the dining room table sits I replaced the carpet with laminate floor and simply placed extra laminate lengthwise in the middle in such a way that the bow was left alone but the laminate is level.
The floor, although bowed seems strong and unlikely to bow any more after 16 years. I hope I am correct. I have always wondered how to replace that bowed floor.
Bob
The floor, although bowed seems strong and unlikely to bow any more after 16 years. I hope I am correct. I have always wondered how to replace that bowed floor.
Bob
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I am glad to find this thread. I have a 1994 King of the road that I live in full time. There is a considerable dip in the slide out floor, but no sign of separation or weakness. Where the coutch sits I have done nothing, but where the dining room table sits I replaced the carpet with laminate floor and simply placed extra laminate lengthwise in the middle in such a way that the bow was left alone but the laminate is level.
The floor, although bowed seems strong and unlikely to bow any more after 16 years. I hope I am correct. I have always wondered how to replace that bowed floor.
Bob
The floor, although bowed seems strong and unlikely to bow any more after 16 years. I hope I am correct. I have always wondered how to replace that bowed floor.
Bob
Slide-out floors can really be a challenge and at times the only real fix is to pull the slide. Clearly trying anything else first is what you did and it sounds like it worked. There is really no single best way to work on slides so often the ability to improvise is crucial! The problem with working on older rigs is structural repairs can be so labor intensive, if you have to pay to have it done, the price can approach the value of the RV. Those that can do some of their own work save a bundle!
Good job,
Steve
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Thanks Steve:
I consider this a well built fifth wheel and is almost as new inside and out, with a few miner exceptions. I have found out how to remove the extension and will do so if required. However, like I said, aside from the bowed floor, the slide out seems to be in good shape. This is my second King of the road and the first one's slide out floor was bowed when I bought it at 3 years old. I sold it after 2 years for non-related reasons. Do you know what kind of material the floor is made of? The bottom from underneath is heavy vinyl with 2 rows of bolts through it and some strapping. The vinyl seems to stops the bow from increasing when it and the straps become tight.
Bob
I consider this a well built fifth wheel and is almost as new inside and out, with a few miner exceptions. I have found out how to remove the extension and will do so if required. However, like I said, aside from the bowed floor, the slide out seems to be in good shape. This is my second King of the road and the first one's slide out floor was bowed when I bought it at 3 years old. I sold it after 2 years for non-related reasons. Do you know what kind of material the floor is made of? The bottom from underneath is heavy vinyl with 2 rows of bolts through it and some strapping. The vinyl seems to stops the bow from increasing when it and the straps become tight.
Bob
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Thanks Steve:
I consider this a well built fifth wheel and is almost as new inside and out, with a few miner exceptions. I have found out how to remove the extension and will do so if required. However, like I said, aside from the bowed floor, the slide out seems to be in good shape. This is my second King of the road and the first one's slide out floor was bowed when I bought it at 3 years old. I sold it after 2 years for non-related reasons. Do you know what kind of material the floor is made of? The bottom from underneath is heavy vinyl with 2 rows of bolts through it and some strapping. The vinyl seems to stops the bow from increasing when it and the straps become tight.
Bob
I consider this a well built fifth wheel and is almost as new inside and out, with a few miner exceptions. I have found out how to remove the extension and will do so if required. However, like I said, aside from the bowed floor, the slide out seems to be in good shape. This is my second King of the road and the first one's slide out floor was bowed when I bought it at 3 years old. I sold it after 2 years for non-related reasons. Do you know what kind of material the floor is made of? The bottom from underneath is heavy vinyl with 2 rows of bolts through it and some strapping. The vinyl seems to stops the bow from increasing when it and the straps become tight.
Bob
I haven't taken the wrap off the slide floor on a KOTR, but would suspect it is plywood given the original cost of KOTRs. If not, it should be OSB. I can't think of anything else I have seen, although I am sure some of the newer units have composites.
Steve
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