Problem Round 2. ding ding

[lostinfla]

So while cleaning up rat droppings and taking everything apart that I can to vacuum up debris, I find the bedroom slide gear box broken on one boss. I checked the other 3 nuts and they were loose, even though I had installed hardened studs with locktite and self locking nuts. Called Newmar and the unit is over 1k$$. I tightened the other 3 mounting nuts and it isn't moving when using the slide.

My questions are: Should I just check the bolts every month or so and hope for the best so I don't have to part with that much cash? (maybe JB Weld)
Is there another source for that box besides Newmar?
If I do replace it, how much of a job is it?
Again, Thanks for any help and info on this.

 

[Richpatty]

Besides a probable repair, I would put on Stage8 fastners. I did last year and have been happy with them.

 

[RKins]

Those are cool fasteners - based on the price they are making good money selling them.
I think that torque is breaking the pot metal of those motor mounts. The fact that @lostinfla said the other 3 were loose compounds the torque problem. Not sure how large the BR slide is but I would definitely be checking the full wall slide brackets.

 

[Neal]

Besides a probable repair, I would put on Stage8 fastners. I did last year and have been happy with them.
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Link please? Maybe a thread on how to perform this mod with links, etc.?

 

[Rustymayes]

So while cleaning up rat droppings and taking everything apart that I can to vacuum up debris, I find the bedroom slide gear box broken on one boss. I checked the other 3 nuts and they were loose, even though I had installed hardened studs with locktite and self locking nuts. Called Newmar and the unit is over 1k$$. I tightened the other 3 mounting nuts and it isn't moving when using the slide.

My questions are: Should I just check the bolts every month or so and hope for the best so I don't have to part with that much cash? (maybe JB Weld)
Is there another source for that box besides Newmar?
If I do replace it, how much of a job is it?
Again, Thanks for any help and info on this.

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What is the access for the drives? are there removable panels under the bed? I assume this is accessed from inside the bedroom as opposed to basement access? I am just getting to know the coach and would like to start doing a little QA on things like this. I now have 120 hours on the rig and I want to do 100 hr inspection and service on it just like I maintain aircraft. Thanks for any info you are willing to share.
EDIT I just poked around on You Tube and found the access as well as procedure for annual inspection and torque of mounting hardware. I like the idea of using the stage 8 hardware as well.

 

[redbaron]

I installed stage8 on both slides. Did this the first week of ownership. Install on the kitchen slide was easy. Bedroom slide gave me a back and neck ache that lasted forever.

 

[Rustycoach]

So is there a stage 8 kit with the straps shown, or are those custom made for you? I see lots of different applications available online but not those straps for the gear box mounts.
Thanks

 

[redbaron]

ABRV103 RV Slideout Motor Locking Fastener Kit

ABRV103 RV Slideout Motor Locking Fastener Kit <strong>Unsure which kit is right for your RV?</strong> <ul> <li>If the wrench size is 9/16” – use part #ABRV101</li> <li>If the wrench size is 1/2” – use part #ABRV103</li> </ul>

www.stage8.com

You need to verify the size required, as there are 2 options.

 

[Rustymayes]

Thanks for the fast reply, I found them as well and then erased my posted question. I will check mine in the morning and make sure that they are not already installed. I wonder if the late modle (2022 23) have Stage 8 hardware installed by Newmar?

 

[redbaron]

Thanks for the fast reply, I found them as well and then erased my posted question. I will check mine in the morning and make sure that they are not already installed. I wonder if the late modle (2022 23) have Stage 8 hardware installed by Newmar?

No, Newmar does not install these at the factory. They don't even use loctite on all builds. My 2019 had loctite, but my 2022 didn't.