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Bugmyspeed
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Jan 08, 2015

Winnebago roof blows off

I just purchased a 2004 Winnebago Vectra. I driove it off the lot 3.9 miles. High winds were blowing to the south. I was driving east. I heard a load noise on the left side of the roof some distance behind the drivers station. Then I heard a larger bang above the drivers station. I pulled off the road to find the roof came out of its mounting slot the entire length on the left side and a large section above the drivers seat folded backwards and was about to depart the roof. Is the a common problem with Winnebago fiberglass roof. Does the entire roof need to be replaced?
I can't see how a patch repair could work at all, not to mention destroy my chance to resale down the road. Will the insurance try to patch it or replace it. If anyone has any experience with this problem please reply.
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  • hanko's avatar
    hanko
    Explorer
    Jan 08, 2015
    so much for considering winnebaggo in the future. I thought Thor had issues
  • smlranger's avatar
    smlranger
    Explorer
    Jan 08, 2015
    Heard of this before from other Winnebago owners when we owned a Journey. Winnebago is likely to tell you that unless you can prove that the seam where the edge of the roof fits into the aluminum channel was inspected/recaulked every 6 months since coach was new, there is no warranty. It is a poor design. There is only about 1/2" of roof material in that little grove and if the caulk give up, it can come out. Many of us used Eternabond tape on that seam to keep this from happening.

    I would be taking it back to the dealer for repair if that was the case or calling my insurance company.
  • Bumpyroad's avatar
    Bumpyroad
    Explorer
    Jan 08, 2015
    I would have hoped that the OP did a quick U turn and went right back to the dealer.
    bumpy
  • DSDP_Don's avatar
    DSDP_Don
    Explorer
    Jan 08, 2015
    Winnebago used a "J" hook system to connect the roof to the sidewall. I've seen a couple that have come apart. One was on a Journey and one was on an Adventurer.

    They should be able to connect the roof to the side wall, but the area where it bent will need some fiberglass work or a whole new roof.
  • Mr_Mark1's avatar
    Mr_Mark1
    Explorer
    Jan 08, 2015
    David,

    Sorry to hear. I would definitely call the insurance company.

    Safe travels,
    MM.
  • bullydogs1's avatar
    bullydogs1
    Explorer
    Jan 08, 2015
    I'd call Winnebago customer service..Winnebago is supposed to have a 10 yr warranty roof skin...2004 is on the cusp and I would hope they would step up. Sorry to hear about this.
  • RedJeep's avatar
    RedJeep
    Explorer
    Jan 08, 2015
    Geesh. Sounds a huge mess.

    I'm looking at buying a 2008 Winnebago right now.

    Can you post some pics?

    Best of luck to you.
  • stew47's avatar
    stew47
    Explorer
    Jan 08, 2015
    Oh wow. Take it back. They won't take it back call a lawyer. Where did you buy it from?

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