Slide out Mechanism

[4x4crazy]

I have a TS Select and I was wondering if anyone knows what the threaded rod is that lays along side the slide support that moves the slide in and out? I was having a problem with a popping sound when I would but the slide out. Upon investigation of the other slide we found that the nut on the threaded rod had tightened on the outside steel frame. When we loosened it the popping went away. There are several nuts on this rod and they seem to all be loose. Just wondering if anyone has any idea how all this should be adjusted and the function of that rod.
Thanks, Gary

[Larnie]

Would be nice to know. We have a 2008 Envoy 43' and also have the rods. I do not have a problem but it would be nice to know there function.

[sailor_lou]

I've never looked at them too closely, but I believe they provide the mechanical stop for the slide mechanism. Each slide uses a controller that senses motor current. When the slide reaches it's end of travel (either fully extended or retracted based on the position of the nuts on the threaded rod), the motor is mechanically stopped which causes an increase current. The controller senses the current increase and de-energizes the motor before any damage occurs or the fuses blow.

As I stated, I haven't looked this over too closely, but I'll try to check it out tomorrow and get back to you if I am incorrect with my assessment.

Lou
05 Travel Supreme Envoy

[Perry White]

I don't have a TS but I think they are the stops.If they have the Intellitec controller the slides run in and out until it hits the stop nuts and then the motor goes into overload and the controller trips it off. You might have your controller set to hit to hard or the stops are not set right.

[4x4crazy]

Sailor Lou,

I am not sure the nuts serve as stops as both units are stopping as they should at extension and retraction. There are several nuts on this threaded rod and some of them are in the middle of the rod just loose. I have the unit at a dealer for some other work and he didn't have an answer so I'm hoping someone will give me some insight.
Thanks, Gary

[sailor_lou]

Gary,

On mine the nuts are doubled up at both ends with a fender washer and nothing in the middle. I always thought the purpose of the washer was to provide the stop when it was backed up to the nut, but maybe not. Might be worth posting this question over on the Google Travel Supreme Owners Group:

Travel Supreme Motorhome/5th Wheel Owners | Google Groups

I know some of the past TS employees post on there from time to time. Good luck and let us know what you find out.

Lou
05 Travel Supreme Envoy

[4x4crazy]

Sailor Lou,

Are the nuts up against the frame? I haven't had any response to this and would like to get it resolved. Have the unit at a dealership but am getting the runaround as usual. They want 5 hrs to tear things apart, not at $125/hr. I am sure it is a relatively easy fix if I can find out the purpose and the positions those nuts are suppose to be in. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks

[Ann n Gene]

Contact Entgra Coach. They bought the T.S. line, refined it a little and have it back on the market as Entegra. They can tell you about the adjustment rod and where the nuts are supposed to be to stop the mechanism at the appropriate points.

[sailor_lou]

There are two sets of nuts and a fender washer at each end that are on the threaded rod. One set to limit the extension travel and one set to limit the retraction travel. The nuts lock each other at a specific location and limit the washers travel. It appears to me when the slide moves (either in or out) it mechanically stops the travel when the washer contacts the horizontal structural member below the slide. At this point the motor current would increase (because it is mechanically stopped) and the controller secures power to the motor to prevent the fuse from blowing. I realize this may sound confusing, but I'm not sure how else to describe it. If you like, feel free to PM me and maybe this would be clearer over the phone. Hope this helps.

Lou
05 Envoy

[4x4crazy]

Thanks guys for the input. I have put a call into Entegra Coaches. See what they come back with. I will also check out your suggestions Sailor Lou. What stumps me is that the slide out works fine but maybe it is getting the resistance when it hits the gaskets both in and out. It may be over stressing the frame so I need to get a handle on that if that is the case.