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Eng208
Explorer
Dec 20, 2015

Slide out sliding out in tow

I have a 1995 Four Winds fifth wheel with a super slide on it. For the last few trips, the slide has slid out about 5" while traveling. I had to pull over and slide it back in, only to notice it would again be out just a bit down the road. I can't figure out why the hydraulics are leaking and not holding the slide in. I can let it in all the way and as I release the button, I can hear the pressure relieving and see the slide easing out just a little.
Any suggestions? The manual valve is closed tight.

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  • WyoTraveler's avatar
    WyoTraveler
    Explorer
    Dec 20, 2015
    I have seen adjustable bars specially designed for that purpose when I was looking at some used MHs.
  • netjam's avatar
    netjam
    Explorer
    Dec 20, 2015
    On my DRV the same thing occurred. Went through 5-6 repair places in about 3 months (multiple trips to most of them) replacing a ram and the solinoids numerous times. No luck. Ended up trading the trailer off to one place who told me it was an easy fix.....not sure if they ever got it working. Used a 4X4 wedged between the slide lip and the wall while traveling.
  • Eng208's avatar
    Eng208
    Explorer
    Dec 20, 2015
    DownTheAvenue wrote:
    Is the slide out really hydraulic or is it electric? Typically, the entry level RV's, which a Four Winds is, had electric activated slideouts. If I am correct, then the brake on the electric motor mechanism is not working.

    No this is hydraulic definitely. I will cut two boards. Haven't thought of that. Thanks.
  • DownTheAvenue's avatar
    DownTheAvenue
    Explorer
    Dec 20, 2015
    Is the slide out really hydraulic or is it electric? Typically, the entry level RV's, which a Four Winds is, had electric activated slideouts. If I am correct, then the brake on the electric motor mechanism is not working.
  • mbrower's avatar
    mbrower
    Explorer II
    Dec 20, 2015
    On my last two fifth wheels, I had lock bars that I had to install between the slide flange and the wall to prevent the slide from creeping out. RV manufacturer supplied lock rods
  • RoyB's avatar
    RoyB
    Explorer II
    Dec 20, 2015
    My 2004 model FLAGSTAFF 5th wheel has a couple of square boards that fits between the slideout and the wall when they are pulled-in for travel... These were in the top shelf of the bed room closet... They wall above the slide has a marker where to place these boards...

    Roy Ken
  • B_O__Plenty's avatar
    B_O__Plenty
    Explorer II
    Dec 20, 2015
    No idea why but for now you could hold it in place with a board between the trim on the slide and the inside wall next to it.

    Bo.O.

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