repairs

  1. HD

    24D classic 1996

    Hi, had to replace the original awning mine has an 18’ A&E systems by Dometic so I ordered the replacement for an 18’ awning the with is good at 17’2” but it’s too long when I bring it out all the way the top arms are too short and fall apart. Did HiLo alter the awning length from standard I...
  2. AN

    Geo Pro 19FD Furniture Repairs

    Two quick questions: 1. The mounting bracket (1 of 2) located on the bulkhead for the removable table separated; all 4 screws came out from the walls. Other bracket remains attached. The holes are now too big for the screws. Any repair suggestions (besides bigger screws)? 2. One of the metal...
  3. RVrover

    Flatout: Preventions and repairs

    What do you use for emergency flat-out fixes? Repair measures: See the video below. Tire plug strip. Mushroom Plug. Sticky strip. Tire repair screw. Others. Preventive measures: Slime. FlatOut. Fix-A-Flat. Others. First, I didn't have a flat for almost 30,000 miles driving my RV in all...
  4. CJ

    EPro 19FBS Recent Mods and Repairs

    Hey All! It's been a while.since I updated. We've done a few more modifications as well as some minor repairs. But first, Iast year, it failed inspection because there was a crack in the frame. We took it to the dealership after confirming that our warranty was still in effect. They re-...
  5. SU

    Repair shops in Jacksonville, FL

    We have a 2008 Conquest 4200 Super C diesel on the International chassis with the Ford 365 VT turbo. The engine light is coming on and putting motor into limp mode. We are having difficulty finding a repair shop in the area that has the software to troubleshoot the error code. Any one else...
  6. LI

    Roof Repairs on Surveyor

    I bought a 2009 Surveyor SV 291. The skylight has clearly been leaking for some time. Does anyone know if and what kind of frame is there or where I can get the specs? From the inside we have only seen styrofoam but no frame. The styrofoam needs replaced along with the wood and rubber roof above...
  7. PA

    Where to get repairs/modifications done on older models?

    I have a Hawk from 2000 that I bought on the used market. It's in overall good shape but I'd like to install a Propex propane heater as well as have some repairs done to it (slight leak in one of the corners and it would be nice to replace the pop-up boards with the newer material which is less...
  8. LY

    FR3 repairs in florida

    Looking for suggestions on good repair facilities in Florida near Tampa or Orlando for FR3. Need to replace windshield and have a few other things checked.
  9. DE

    Riverstone Legacy 442MC 2023 - Working with the Riverstone Factory for Repairs

    Hello. I'm starting a new thread to help document my experience having Riverstone service the growing list of issues with my 2023 Riverstone Legacy 442MC. I've started other threads based on my disappointment when dealing with the dealership and all the issues which have arisen with use of the...
  10. LO

    Dinette Repairs

    The vinyl is peeling off on our dinette benches. Has anyone reupholstered theirs? Wanting to see if these buttons can be removed and put some thin backing/padding down and put fabric over it. The cushions we have already improved and enlarged the table.
  11. jmjtx1960

    2012 Rockwood TT roof repairs

    After searching the FR forum we went ahead and put down the Henry Tropi Cool Silicone roof sealant after making repairs and adding eternabond tape around roof penetrations. We added MaxxAir 2 co ers and had to replace two roof lids that had crumbled from UV exposure. One poster said it all comes...
  12. MO

    Dynamax Warranty Repairs near Charlotte NC

    does anyone know of a good RV repair shop near Charlotte NC? I have warranty work needed and I'm on the road. Any tips on how to locate shops that will perform warranty work on a dynamax other than a dealership which are few and far between? Thank-you!
  13. CL

    Warranty repairs

    Hey everyone, we noticed on our 202rble that the flooring is starting to delaminate in front of the bathroom door. Upon noticing that we noticed the toilet is starting to leak where it attaches to the floor. The dealer we are working with "seems" to be competent so I'm not worried about their...
  14. NSNewbie

    Roo 183 Repairs - sealant, insert train replacement, roof repair and sitting on bunk e

    Resealed the trailer using Proflex. Little messy but went ok. Took off any loose, flaky old sealant. Discovered an old tear on roof that was repaired. Stripped all the old roof repair off and applied new. Also bought new insert trim last year and installed that today. 100’ package did the whole...
  15. JO

    Return to Factory for Repairs…thoughts?

    I have a 2022 Rockwood fifth wheel. Recently discovered the wardrobe slide has cracked fiberglass on the forward facing side wall of the slide box. It’s been getting worse and is now cracking in 2 spots. Keeping the slide in eliminates the risk of water intrusion, for now. I’ve taken it back...
  16. KA

    Awning Roller creased- how to repair

    Good Day, My husband and I took our 2022 GD Imagine 2670mk camping in Newport RI. Spot assigned to us had trees at every entry point to the lot and the lots across the street. In backing in, my husband came too close to a tree on the right hand side, and the rolled up awning was creased in a...
  17. WA

    Breaking the budget on repairs that failed

    We left Camping World, Las Vegas two days ago. We had dropped off our 2016 Forest River Cardinal there 11 days earlier. We were having trouble with the brakes, which was on top of our list of repairs. We also decided to install a Dish brand Traveler satellite dish on the roof, adjust the metal...
  18. SheltonsDX3

    Dynamax Factory repairs?

    Anyone out there know if Dynamax will do repairs at the factory? I have a few problems I am not sure i want to trust to any of my local dealers. Filled out the contact info page online a few days back, just thought I would ask here also.
  19. SC

    Drawer repair/staples

    We just purchased a 2022 E-Pro 19BH a month ago and since it's still pretty cold up here in Mn. I've been slowly going through it fine tuning what I can. Through research etc... I knew that these things (campers) were "stapled" together and I should expect to have to work on a few things. I've...
  20. Mark601

    Repairs in the last 12 months

    Camper bought new in 2019, China Bombs dated 2018 and probably little more than 2500 miles total at 65 mph or less. So here's my woe..... My last entry was the damage caused by the infamous China Bomb tires (Castle Rock to be specific). Lost one tire and 8 ft of aluminum skirt, step light and...
  21. CH

    12v DC refrigerator

    Hello, I took our 2021 Transcend 297 QB in for service before the warranty expired. The 12v DC refrigerator stopped working in October and the grand design tech support opened a ticket on NOV 6th. Of course the dealership couldn't take it until DEC 16th. I called in early February to check on it...
  22. dbutton

    Onan QD8000 problems & repairs, informational post.

    My 2010 Onan Quite Diesel 8HDKAK-1046M, with only 470 hours on it, would start & run normally but would then shut off in about 20 minutes, it got progressively shorter in run time to the point it would shut off as soon as a load was applied. The switch would flash a 3 blink code which means...
  23. RA

    Transmission repairs

    My transmission locked up outside Amarillo, TX and I need help finding someone to work on it. Shorty's Bear service will work on it but has a 6+ week wait list. Part of the problem is I live in far eastern OK will need to coordinate a tow with the repair work. Thank for any help/ideas
  24. GR

    Screen door repair

    I have a FF 189FBS And a frisky Jack Russell -she took out the lower pascreen on my door-replacing the screen was easy-but I didn’t want to keep on doing it. While buying new screen and spline at Lowe’s I saw a decorative aluminum screen. I used 4small metal screws an placed it over the lower...
  25. Gsykora

    Need some repairs done

    Got some items that need to be addressed on our 2018 CC 36CK2. We've got an extended warranty through 2023 but I'm expecting to have to fight to get these items taken care of. Plus the dealer in Dallas says 6 weeks just to get around to looking at it. Items: some crown trim coming loose Ice...

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