Slide trim removal

[Basil Shannon]

I have developed a hydraulic leak at the rear of my dinette slide, the one that lifts up before pulling in. I need to remove the inside cherry trim piece to gain access to the hydraulics. Anybody know how this trim is attached? Velcro would have been a good design choice for future access but WRV often did not think of maintainability.

[Basil Shannon]

Never mind. Two screws release the bottom. Looking at the top, looks like you have to take the whole thing off. Forget it.

I think my leak is at the lift cylinder and this looks like a job for the professionals. You can't even see it.

[RogerBall]

I've often wondered how I too would gain access to the aft end cylinder on my dinette slide. The hoses haven't started leaking yet but I presume it's just a matter of time.

My plan is to extend the slide then remove the whole aft side window, then move the slide about half way in. I should have pretty good access to the cylinder through the window hole. Hopefully, I won't have to find out too soon.

Good luck,

Ron
'07 36FDTS

[EngineerMike]

The window is a good idea. You'll need some good suction cups on the glass from the inside, or a reliable party on the outside so you don't drop the window on the ground, but other than that they are simple to R&R. Just make sure you don't leave any screws in the inside ring or you'll be prying on the frame and it will bend rather than separate from the side wall; run your finger around the frame or use a bright flashlight to spot any "invisible" screws.