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Diamond_c's avatar
Aug 28, 2021

On top

Ok this may be a stupid question. I know people have to be able to get on top to work on the a/ c units and what not, bu5 just how much walking around can/should be done up there? Btw we have a 2020 38’ Keystone Outback.

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  • jdc1's avatar
    jdc1
    Explorer II
    The roofs ARE NOT built to walk on. 3/8" plywood is used as sheathing. Just go up, do the work and get off the roof.
  • You can walk up there as much as you need to.

    Some RVs have really thin roof decking, which will flex when you walk on them. A thin roof material will be easily noticeable when you get up there an start walking around.

    What are the advertised specs of the roof decking thickness for your Keystone?
  • I never walk on the roof unless required…which is seldom. Dangerous. Most work can be done on a good ladder.
  • I get up on my TT frequently to check things. I try to walk on the rafters instead of between them. After a while you can see where they are. Until then you can use a foot to feel where the rafters run.