Why is my drivers side slide out on my Bounder 35R?

I just bought a 2004 Bounder 35R. When I got it the drivers side slide went out and wouldn’t go back in. The dealer said a “shear pin” was broken and the other one was coming loose. They replaced both and lubricated the slide.

What to do when slide outs don’t slide in-RVing?

Consult with your owner’s manual to see if there is a way to close the slide out manually when the mechanism that is supposed to handle the job has failed. Most RV’s have some form of manual override to allow you to get back on the road successfully.

What should I do if my schwintek slide binds?

In this mode ALL safety systems for the slide are turned off. Letting the slide come in or out in this mode can really damage something if the slide motor is bad and only one side comes in. Watch very carefully that the slide is not coming in more than an inch or so on one side or the other. If it does, stop using that mode and do a manual retract.

What happens when you push the slide out button on an RV?

If your RV or motorhome doesn’t have the juice, your slide outs aren’t going to budge! If you push your slide-out button and nothing happens, double check to make sure that the path of the slide out is unobstructed.

What causes the slide out on a camper to bind?

Also, if your chassis is bent, that will cause your camper slide out to bind. On top of that, check the openings your slide out is going through. There may be a problem there. Check to see if you have a manual over ride option you can use just in case.

Are there any problems with the slide out on an RV?

Troubleshooting RV Slide Out Problems: One main problem with slide outs is that they may get out of alignment. The good news here is that each slide can be adjusted separately. All you have to do to fix it is take your RV to a dealer and let them make an adjustment.

Why is my Lippert slide out not moving?

He explains that when the Lippert slide-out motor runs but the room doesn’t budge, the the synchronizing cylinder that pushes and pulls the room is likely jammed. He talks about the possible causes of the jam, and tells you how to troubleshoot the system to get it working again. With Dave’s help, your slide room will be moving again in no time!

Are there any problems with the slide out?

Most slide out problems are not that difficult to trace and then solve. There will be those that require the help of a professional technician to repair. The key would be to get to know your system and learn when the task is beyond your abilities to handle .

What should I do if my slideout is not aligned?

Extend and retract the slide a few times and check for proper room flange sealing. If the room is not properly aligned, repeat steps 1 thru 6. *Depending on the size of your slide, you may need help moving the room by hand.

How to align Power slideout and adjust power slide rail?

Adjust the gear timing by sliding the idler rail side of the room to the proper position (Measure to ensure the same distance from the frame as the drive rail side).* Push the idler drive shaft back into position, engaging the gear onto the gear rack. Reinstall cotter pin into idler drive shaft. Extend…

Why does my Forest River slideout not work?

The slides on some rigs (like Forest River) will not operate with the ignition or engine running. Safety issue. Other rigs are different. A friend in our chapter had this same problem that he fought for several years. His slideout operated with an electric motor driving 2 parallel rack and pinion sets from a single shaft.

Is there a 2016 Fleetwood Bounder for sale?

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Is the Lippert slide out controller a problem?

A final update for my slide-out problem. The good folks at RV Masters in Houston diagnosed the problem to be a “bad” Lippert Slide-Out Controller. The “in/out” switch and relay all work fine and were not the problem. A new controller was installed and the slide out is working great again!

Is there an electrical problem with the slide out?

Finding an apparent electrical button, the control panel was removed and the wires for the stuck slide were placed on another slide “in/out” button. Again, there was no power to the stuck slide when the “In” was pushed. The two young mobile repair techs were now perplexed and did not have the skill to trouble-shoot the electrical issue.

How to download a Fleetwood RV owner’s manual?

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What is Service Bulletin sba0267 for Fleetwood?

If you have an Electric Slideout Fleetwood has a service bulletin SBA0267 that explains the lift kit. I have a Monaco Camelot which has a balky roadside bedroom slide. I discovered that the gasket underneath was binding–it had come loose at a corner and was folded under the slide floor.

Is it OK to operate drivers side slide?

My owner`s manual states that you should NOT operate the slides until the motor home is level to avoid binding and other damage to the slides. Also, I found out the hard way that the drivers side slide has a motor control board that is riveted upside down in the motor compartment.

Why is my passenger side slide not retracting?

My trip to Baton Rouge for LSU football this past weekend went to heck when my passenger side slide would not retract (we stayed Thursday night in Lake Charles, LA to visit my son’s family). After calling a couple of Lake Charles RV repair shops, the initial thought was the slide motor had quit working.

Is there a replacement motor for a disco slideout?

All disco owners are in sympathy with you and would all say the replacement motor is worth the $. On the Disco, the driver side slide fits flush to the floor when extended. The three men are getting it over the ramp to retract. There is a replacement motor with higher torque available.

Can a driver side slide be retracted on a disco?

If neither of these are possible they say the slides should be moved only with fully charged batteries. On the Disco, the driver side slide fits flush to the floor when extended. The three men are getting it over the ramp to retract. There is a replacement motor with higher torque available.

What happens when you de-winterize your RV?

So, it is safe to say when we “de-winterize” our RV, we essentially reverse the steps and prepare the RV for another great camping season. With that said, let’s concentrate on some of the most important steps in de-winterizing your RV and preparing it for another camping season.

Do you need to winterize your water tank?

Winterization chemicals you’ll add to your unit will damage any water filters. Also, when fall and winter rolls around, it’s usually a good idea to see if those filters need to be replaced. 2. Drain Your Black and Gray Water Tanks

What kind of car is a Fleetwood RV?

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What’s the best way to retract slideouts?

Every seminar I have attended says to always operate the slides at road level, which means to put them out before leveling the coach and bring them in after raising the jacks. This sets the coach “true” so the slides are not “torqued”, which can cause binding and damage.

Why does my slide out Stick after 8 inches?

If your other slides operate quickly and this one sticks for the first 8 inches, it sounds like there is something that is rubbing or sticking when the slide first starts in. The fact that it moves in normally after the first eight inches suggests that the motor is working well. You haven’t indicated what model and year motor home you have.

What are the common problems with fifth wheel slide outs?

Each slide-out operating system has its own unique problems. Check out the following common problems with slide-outs on a fifth wheel. A faulty motor or gearbox could be the problem if your RV slide-out gear system is motor-driven. In such cases, if the motor is faulty or breaks down, then the mechanism will not work.

Why is my Newmar slideout not working properly?

By moving the axle and cogs I must have accidentally re-aligned the two halves of the sensor thus allowing the control board to see that the conditions were right to operate the slide briefly. The motor was so loose that there was some lag between when the momentary button was depressed and the drive axle started to move.

When do you move the slide on a coach?

Our manufacturer suggests that we move the slides when the coach is plugged into shore power or with the generator running. If neither of these are possible they say the slides should be moved only with fully charged batteries. On the Disco, the driver side slide fits flush to the floor when extended.

Are there any problems with the Lippert slide out?

Further information and manuals for various Lippert Components systems and parts are available, including those for In-Wall, Flush Floor, and Above Floor slide outs. As previously stated, leaks are a common problem with RV slide outs.

Why are the jacks on my RV not extending?

You’ll learn what to do to safely inspect your fluid reservoir and valves, and discover the most common reason RV jacks won’t extend. With Dave’s help, you’ll have your slide room fixed up in no time!

What was the recall on the Fleetwood Bounder?

The mounting screws for the satellite dish may not have been fastened through the sheet steel reinforcement, possibly allowing the satellite dish to detach from the roof while driving. Recall Details

Why are the jacks on my coach not working?

If the jacks or slides are in a different position it will cause an error and things won’t work. You can also disconnect all power from the coach to do the same thing. Sometimes this will help in this type of situation.

Why are the jacks on my RV not working?

One particular user who emailed in about this issue said they had cleaned and oil their hydraulic system, but the growling problem still persisted. Growling typically means there’s corrosion somewhere in your hydraulic system, likely in the shafts, and each manufacturer has its own recommendations for troubleshooting this issue.

What to do if your hydraulic jack keeps going up?

Just locate the reservoir and top off with hydraulic jack fluid available at almost any auto supple store. The level does not have to drop much to cause the alarm, on mine only a cup or two. Before you add hydraulic jack oil check with yout mfg. Most all use Dextron Automatinc Transmission Fluid.

Where is the slide out controller on a motorhome?

For my motorhome, there are two slide out controllers attached to the “roof” of the middle basement compartment between the two main beams of the frame. One controller for the passenger side slide-out and one for the drive side slide-out. RV Masters charged $130 for the new controller and $140 for an hour of labor to install the controller.

Where are the motors on a slide out system?

Depending on what type of slide system you have there might be a controller, these are more common for the in-wall systems. The slides that operate with arms underneath to support and guide the room will just have motors to push the arms. Go to the rear of the arms to look and inspect the motors.

Can a Damon intruder slideout be torqued?

This sets the coach “true” so the slides are not “torqued”, which can cause binding and damage. I own a 2003 Damon Intruder. My owner`s manual states that you should NOT operate the slides until the motor home is level to avoid binding and other damage to the slides.

What does it mean when your slideout is out of alignment?

There is. The technical term for describing our slide being out of alignment is: the rails are out of synch, or the gear timing is off. So, technically speaking I adjusted the timing of the rails supporting our slideout to realign the room.

What to do when slide outs don’t move?

Make sure the house batteries are charged completely, or if at all possible, plug your RV into shore power. This will indicate whether the problem may be the batteries or not. If you push the button for the slide outs and can hear the motor running but the slides don’t move, check the motor’s shear pins.

Why are the pins on my slideout breaking?

Here is a closeup of the pins where they broke loose from the PCB. You can definatly see the 2 left pins are barely making contact and the others the soilder is cracked. Both boards had the same issue. This would cause high amps on your motor if you have an electric slide, especially on that initial lift.

When to troubleshoot an RV slide out mechanism?

If you notice your RV slide room is experiencing some sort of malfunction, you may need to troubleshoot to diagnose the problem and figure out the best course of action. In order to pinpoint the proper solution, you have to first determine the type of RV slide out mechanism that’s equipped on your rig.

What to do when the slide out doesn’t slide?

A stray item wedged in your slide out can be an easy fix, so go check before tearing your motorhome apart looking for the slide motor. You’ll definitely hear the motor laboring if this is the problem, so make sure to keep an ear out for odd sounds too!

Where are the slide controllers on a coach?

Different coach but my slide controllers are behind a panel that holds my cable/sat input in one of the bays. I have electric motors also that look identical to yours. Mine are Kwikee but like stated all owned by Lippert now. On my motors there is a 3/4 inch nut and also on the motor is a “lock” switch.

Why is my drivers side slide out on my Bounder 35R?