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edatlanta
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Dec 08, 2015

Glow Step Revolution

I was one of the lucky ones that received a complimentary Glow Step Revolution from Torklift International. After measurements were sent to Torklift at their request the GSR was shipped to me and it arrived last week. I reported in another thread two days ago that the install was starting after waiting out several days of rain. Just before the install started a potential major issue popped up, but in no way related to the GSR or Torklift.

I discovered a potential rubber roof leak that might be BAD. I have my roof cleaned/treated and inspected by my selling dealer service manager every six months and he found the suspect spot. It is right in front of the bedroom a/c. Obviously I'm not going to install the GSR until I know how this roof issue shakes out.

I spoke with Torklift and offered to return the GSR since I was not going to be able to install it promptly which was part of their requirement. They were super and said to not worry about it and just keep them posted and do not return it. Just install it whenever I can.

More to follow, but with Christmas coming up it won't be installed until January. I just hope the roof issue isn't any worse than just a new rubber membrane which will be bad enough. What really burns me is that I know numerous RV'ers that never even look up at their roof and they seem to never have issues. I actively clean and maintain mine with only approved materials and what do I get?

The area of the apparent failure is on the roof where the a/c's discharge their condensation.

Wish me luck with the roof cost please. I will need it I'm sure. I did notify the roof manufacturer of a potential problem back in March 2015, but no leak was apparent at that time. At least that is six months less time for their prorated warranty.
  • Looks like a good quality product. The steps glow in the dark for about 10 hours:

    http://www.torklift.com/index.php/products/steps-handrails/glowstep-revolution

    Good luck with your roof issue as well as your Glowstep install.
  • You'll love those GSR steps. Got our fiver back two weeks ago after our dealer installed them and they are awesome. Solid as a rock and getting up and down steps is so much easier. I love the adjustable height and the ground support feet. Only issue and just minor is they are very stiff pulling them in and out but I'm sure they'll lossen up over time. Great upgrade, thank your Torklift....
  • Roof Update:

    Do to a cancellation I got in early and am currently in Madison, MS having my entire roof replaced. There was leaking through the membrane in several areas so I would rate this pretty much a total membrane failure. Fortunately no structural damage occurred and no water leaked inside. A major part of the repair process was the decision on what to put back up there. I'm sure all here understand I have lost all faith in rubber roofs so I'm going back with This One. I hope mentioning this company isn't a violation here. If anyone wants more information on my decision process please send me a pm.

    I have notified Torklift of my progress and the install of the GSR will happen as fast as I can get it done after returning to my home base.

    I'm just glad Torklift was understanding and I'm excited about the GSR install and obviously a new roof.

    More to follow.
  • My new roof is now replaced and I'm set up on a camp host site not very far from my home base.

    Now is the time to get the GSR installed. I will be contacting my dealer service manager to set up a date and place to have the install done. I hope he will come to me if I pay for his fuel plus some extra travel $$. It is only 70 miles so he might. If not I will hook up and go to him.

    More to follow and again, many thanks to Torqlift for their patience in this install. They have been superb.