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Explorer

Mar 04, 2016

Slide weight & refrigerators? Best Maker for Slide outs?

We're getting ready to go full time and are totally flummoxed by questions about slide outs. We've read that if they're too heavy, there's going to be trouble. So, our questions:
1. Are refrigerators on a slide out a potential problem?
2. What RV maker is known for really top notch slide outs?
3. What's the best type of slide out?
4. Is it relatively easy to keep your slide outs in shape and happy?

13 Replies

azdryheat
Explorer
Mar 04, 2016
I'd stay far away from the Schwintek slide system if you're getting a fifth wheel due to lack of quality installs. It seems that when this system is installed in motorhomes there is more attention to detail with better operational results.
Trackrig
Explorer II
Mar 04, 2016
I don't like my refers in my slideouts due to both weight and because you don't have a roof vent at the top of the refer - when it's in the slide, the slide has to tuck under in the main roof. This then causes the top vent for the refer to be in the wall. I don't think that works as well as a vent in the roof.

Bill
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Moderator
Mar 04, 2016
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