Slide Topper Question

abc40kids wrote:
My Cardinal has them (3 slides) they do there job but after 9 years look bad and have for a few years. I've had to use awning tape in spots on all 3. So I just bought a new 5er with 5 slides and no toppers. I told my wife awhile back I wouldn't do toppers again and I don't mind sweeping them off, no big deal.

I've read all the pros and cons, many love them many hate them.... I guess my question is if the dealers thought you would leak w/o they would all have them?? If I'm good w/o I don't want them. Seems to me they might block some heat and keep debris off the slide but if that's it I'll pass. What do ya'll think??

I think it's a personal decision. I have had just two RV's with slides. The first one didn't have a topper, current one has.

If you don't want to spend the money because you don't see enough of a benefit then don't get them. I like the one I have now. I will probably have to replace the fabric in another year but I am ok with that.

I think if you got 9 years out of your old one you did good. Mine will be 11 years old this year. Fingers crossed. LOL