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01-23-2010, 01:40 PM
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Floors falling out of slideouts
I have a 2007 Holiday Rambler Presidential Suite 5th wheel model 37RLQ. The floors are falling out from the bottom (all 4 slideouts) with the bedroom being the worst. This is the poorest design I can imagine for a 80K rig... No caps or anything just a butt joint and some caulk...no rivets ir screws...nothing to hold...plywood bottoms are delaminating. Has anyone seen this before or can offer any solutions. Dealer where I bought it wants $4000 to replace floors. I'm lost. I could use a diagram of the floor configuration if anyone knows how these units are assembled...
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01-23-2010, 01:54 PM
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The HR Presidential Suite's I thought were a high end unit. Can you post any pictures to give a better idea as to the severity of the problem. I can't imagine a 07' having floor problems......
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01-23-2010, 08:59 PM
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Sounds like you have unresolved water leaks.
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01-23-2010, 09:55 PM
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Location: North America somewhere
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I agree with Don, the first step is locating and sealing any water leaks. The best way to find water leaks is to use Sealtech Manufacturing Inc. - RV leaks bubbles recreational vehicles. Locate an RV service center that know how to use one and have it done. When I had ours done in 05 the cost was $100, and I consider it the best money spent on our 5er. After that you are safe in restoring/replacing rotten wood. If you find mold or mildew, use Concrobium Mold Control to seal the area that does not require replacement.
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01-25-2010, 06:44 PM
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But to have all 4 slides having this problem, I would say it goes back to the construction method they used. Something went bad in the design....This should not have happened in a 07' unit....
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01-27-2010, 06:07 PM
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Oops, didn't see the (all 4 slides). I agree, this is surely a construction related issue with such a new unit. I would not delay, time passed means further destruction. Keep records of all contact with the dealer and manufacturer, for future use if needed. I know of one lady who successfully negotiated with the manufacturer to replace her "lemon" 5er because she kept detailed records of all contact.
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01-29-2010, 06:45 PM
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Join Date: Aug 2004
Location: Wherever we are
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Isn't Holiday Rambler (Monaco) out of the trailer business?
Joe
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