repair

  1. YO

    Quick connect shower/ hose ports repair

    I have a 2014 sandpiper and it has a quick connect port in the front along with one in the back by the water inlets, the one on the front allows the hose to connect but no water comes out, and the main one in the back I cant get the hose connected, has anyone else had a similar problem and if...
  2. KE

    Accuslide repair

    I have a 8281ws fifth wheel, the bedroom slide out was coming in and made a loud clunk. Now it will go all the way out without a problem but moves just a fraction coming in and stops. Motor runs no movement. If I push from outside while my wife holds the switch we can get it in. It is hooked...
  3. MI

    2015 CC Silverback 29 IK black gate valve repair

    It appears to be common thread on cable gate valve. I’m familiar with the quick fix but my question is has anyone replaced the gate valve with one of the electric gate valve and which one? Any photos on how to access the valves.
  4. PK

    DYI window repair

    Has anyone purchased and used the foggy window repair kit sold buy Dave Root RV Glass repair? I’m looking for input before I spend the $. How hard is it to use? Does it Work? Would u use it again? Thanks.
  5. EL

    FW Tank Fitting Repair

    The 1.5" spin-in drain fitting on my freshwater tank is old, cracked and leaking. Any suggestions as to how I can replace that fitting? I am considering using some type of bulkhead fitting, but then I would also have to cut an access hole (with sealed cover) directly above the damaged fitting...
  6. EN

    Slide out cable repair - Not normal NORCO system FR3

    I have a broken cable on my bedroom slide and looking for manual to repair it. There is a sticker that shows the adjustments for the BAL NORCO system but what I have is different. I do not have the usual red/blue and green/purple cable to chain adjustment blocks like it shows in all their...
  7. CH

    Repaired bent ladder

    So I got distracted by the neighbors toddler waving from across the street while I was backing my rv into the driveway. And let's just say the house gutter and the rv ladder suffered the consequences. I was so mad at myself for several days afterward. I tried calling my dealer for a...
  8. Witch Doctor

    Amish RV repair

    Maybe someone can give me the name of the Amish Repair company that was highly recommended in Goshen? It was said it was a small RV repair place that did excellent work. Also does anyone know of the Amish custom furniture maker in Goshen to, 2 years ago they were leaving cards at the Goshen...
  9. JA

    Suspected water leak behind wall.

    Hi everyone, We have a 2014 Dutchmen Kodiak 291resl. On our last two camping trips I have noticed water where the wall meets the floor in our bathroom. It is the wall the toilet is on, but a corner where the wall meets the shower. I do not believe it is coming from the shower, as we have not...
  10. Keystoner

    Tent End Repair

    Setting up for the first outing of the year I found this wonderful hole. The vinyl pulled off of the mesh backing when I opened the bunk. It appears (second photo) to have stuck to the caulking that is used to attach the tent to the camper shell. Brilliant engineering! Fortunately I had...
  11. dbutton

    2011 DQ 36XL repairs, maint & improvements, photo story - part 2

    I think the moisture came from condensation & leaving door open in the rain. Inner liner is alum now. Caulked & sealed. Thanks to BC for the Dynamax emblem! See part 3 for more photos.
  12. dbutton

    2011 DQ 36XL repairs, maint & improvements, photo story - part 3

    3 monitors have 2 video inputs each, original back up cam still on audio unit. There was no battery hold down so I added a bar across. Waiting for Memorial Day vacation!
  13. dbutton

    2011 DQ 36XL repairs, maint & improvements, photo story - part 1

    This is how I spent my upstate NY winter months! See part 2 for more photos.
  14. 2L

    DX3 Slide repair issue

    New to us 2016 DX3 37BH. Shakedown cruise over weekend went well until we attempted to retract bedroom side slide. Retracted about half way before jamming tightly. Now, won't go in or out. Inspection outside revealed one of the four cables frayed and with slack in it. Assuming slide unit has...
  15. HO

    Awning repair?

    We have a 2016 wolf pup. When the awning is fully extended there is a 2 inch tear on the end close to camper. Is this fixable or do we have to replace the whole thing? Thank you!
  16. JM

    HELP with Dometic awning repair

    I am wanting to replace the motor on my dometic 9100 awning, thing is, I can't seem to be able to pin the roller tube assemble to the rod assembly. The awning will not move to allow me to align the holes in the roller tube with the torsion rod holes. Any help would be much appreciated.
  17. Iwritecode

    Mobile repair in Northern Illinois?

    Figured I'd throw this out there to see if anyone had any information. My parents are having some trouble with their trailer and are on a seasonal site in a CG about an hour south of Rockford. We've done a bunch of basic trouble-shooting but are at the point were we need a professional to take a...
  18. QU

    Ladder repair

    Now that I’m ladder savy, I have to be a smart butt and see how many people here have had to do a repair and ask to see if Others know what a stand off and stand off nut are. I fig that way others will read this and gain so knowledge re this problem. The nuts rust away and the screws come loose...
  19. superal

    Storm damage Aframe repair

    Here are the pictures of my wind damaged roof repair. As a start i drilled out the rivets .Removing the roof hinges then hammered the aluminum straight because you can’t buy just the roof trim with the hinge.Roof panels are too expensive didn’t want to buy two new ones. People will ask how it...
  20. BE

    Shade repair

    On isata5 shade over wiindow became loose from the valance so it’s loose on one end. Any way of removing shade to attach bracket back up without removal of valance Thank you
  21. superal

    Fiberglass hail damage repair Aframe camper

    I have a 2017 FOREST RIVER FLAGSTAFF T21TBHW Hail broke through the dome window on topand hit the side when folded down. I purchased a fiberglass tub repair kit from ebay. NEW! DEVCON Bath Tub Shower Epoxy Fiberglass Repair Kit White / Almond 90216 Worked great perfect match on the color...
  22. BI

    floor repair

    I don't see a forum category for exactly this so I picked this forum. I have a Rockwood Roo Model 183, year 2007. The floor has a soft area between the kitchen sink and pantry opposite the sink. Somehow water, at some point, has gotten under the lino, I guess. I am looking for guidance on...
  23. BBC Cobra

    Dynamax Paint Repair

    So last fall we had our 2018 back to the dealership for some warranty work. When they were ready for us to pick it up they called and said, "did your coach have damage on it when you left it?", to which I replied NO... They said that was what they thought, they don't know who, but someone...
  24. TW

    1st time roof repair

    Backing into camping spot I scuffed the roof, see attached photo, what is the best method to make repairs? 2017 XLR NITRO
  25. QU

    Sierra problems and repairs in past 6 years.

    I just wanted to share and compare the challenges of owning a Sierra. It’s actually daunting when I look at my list now. What have you all been through? Just feels good to share. This is a list List of all repairs done to our Sierra in past 6 years. Some under warranty, some by me, some were...

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