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was_butnotnow
Explorer
Oct 17, 2017

Do I have a problem

I have a 09 NuWa Discover America 5th wheel. All has been good except I just noticed a slight movement of the lower left front of the 5er on the roadside under the bedroom slide. When connected to the truck hitch with front jacks up there is a slight 1/8" gap between the lower trim and the main body. When just on the front landing jacks it comes back together tight. Wondering if this is just normal after years of heavy use or if I have a frame structure problem.



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  • SH's avatar
    SH
    Explorer
    Oct 17, 2017
    Doesn't look like much flex to me. Make sure the trim screws are tight. The sealant looks a bit aged. You might try a good quality urethane with a good elongation quotient like Bostik 1100. If the gap returns after using the Bostik start looking for another issue. JMHO
  • Old-Biscuit's avatar
    Old-Biscuit
    Explorer III
    Oct 17, 2017
    YES you have a problem.....broken wall stud at lower horizontal support

    That sidewall panel forward of bedroom slideout has to be removed and then wall stud(s) reattached to lower horizontal overhang support.

    May have to remove overhang panel and install new 1/2" lag screws thru that horizontal support also. (Install in a 'W' pattern)

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