LarryDel/Lou Ann, I'm really sorry to hear about all the problems with your new Forest River; I always thought they were pretty decent, but there have been a lot of posts of issues over these rigs here lately.
DownTheAvenue did an excellent job of listing your issues and supplying solutions. Yes, you will need to learn to handle the "smaller" issues yourself, just like your S&B house. Fixing the big stuff like the leaky space around the slide will be a bigger headache, requiring professional help and money.
Have to say the problems appearing on these forums concerning new rigs is appalling. Our not-so-highly thought-of Thor class C has been pretty trouble-free; some major repairs handled beautifully and smaller issues we've been able to handle ourselves.
Good luck on getting all this mess taken care of and that you're able to enjoy your rig and new life!
