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Originally Posted by Wwdnet
I can't believe we spent $20K on it either, but once we bought it, we decided to just tough it out. New EPDM membrane over new underlay (roof leak due to torn membrane rotted the original but it wasn't obvious until the old membrane was peeled off), new vents/ covers, engine and suspension work accounted for most of the cost. Truth is that I love the Daybreak for whatever reason.
The SS latches are like the ones on it (style type). The problem is that the screws that are supposed to secure the latches to the body are pulling away from the body when the latch is engaged with the door. There's some goopy-looking stuff underneath. Are the screws too short or were they installed incorrectly? These are the kind of things we didn't expect to have to deal with but need to figure out.
More bright notes on top of the purring generator, cold A/C and cold fridge: the Alfa Camp Pro 2 is set up and the Roku is up and working. For now it makes a great place to go watch TV😉 We got the side cameras adjusted properly and installed a second back camera (strictly backup). I hope it all works as well when we go camping as it does out back, and the side cameras will let my husband see where he is on the road (between the lines, and closer to the centerline and not the shoulder!). I know he's a bit scared of it but I hope/think a few miles out on a proper highway will help. The narrow two lane roads close to home are tough on a guy trying to learn this rig!
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Nope the ain't normal for those screw to pull out. I used some door latches to hold up my doors.
https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_fro...rv+door+holder But either design should work.
Do you have the "T" Handle style door locks? If so, you should be able to adjust the lock mechanism.
As far as driving, he will get use to it. I think we all were a little nervous when we first started. Just don't get to comfortable, that's when things can really go south. I wish I had side cameras, been thinking about it real hard. I have had several people stay in my blind spot.....idiots.
There are several item out there to help with the ride of a unit. Sway bars and Sumo Springs are a few. I install the Sumo Springs on the rear of my Workhorse P32 and it made a big difference in control. I don't feel that semi truck push anymore. And it stopped that rocking feeling in the rear.
Sounds like things are going well with all the repairs. It will be a constant cycle. These toy are not cheap to maintain. But, by doing the work yourself, really cuts down on the cost factor.
Enjoy and safe travels.