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NoDakAFRVr
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May 08, 2013

Outback 250RS

We traded in our rather overly large Bullet Premier 31BHPS for a new 2013 Outback 250RS. In the Premier, when moving the slides in and out, when they were to their fully extended (or retracted) state, you heard the slide motor pitch change (get quieter basically) and knew they were out or in all the way. In the new Outback, when they are in their full extended or retracted position and you're still pushing the button, it emits a rather loud noise (sort of grinding, like a chain slipping almost..maybe). Normal?? We could call the dealer (and it may come to that) but figured I'd start here and see if this is normal for the brand instead of getting their run around and hauling it to the dealer 2 hours away. Thoughts? Or did I just completely not make any sense with the noise we're hearing.
  • We have a 2011 250RS as well. Totally normal for the dinette slide. Ours does in both directions if I remember correctly.
  • My 2011 250RS does that ratcheting chatter noise when putting the side slide IN only. The back slide does not at all.
  • I have two slides. One gets louder, one gets quieter. They operate using different mechanics though I don't know which is which.
  • Some slide motors make a ratchet sound which prevents the system from causing damage to the motor or slide.
  • That's what I was thinking. The Premier was so quiet, I think it just took us by surprise (PS husband picked it up from the dealer while I was home with a sick kiddo, so no surprise he didn't notice it then, HAHA!) It closes up just fine and tight, and no odd grinding noises while moving, so I'll put my panic button away. :) Thanks much!
  • I think that's pretty normal. Mine makes a louder noise when completely retracted, but it also makes a noise when fully extended. I think what you should be most concerned about is any unusual noise WHILE extending or retracting.