studs and wiring

[taddyport]

I have a 2011 Jayco 256RKS and I want to add a few things to the walls so in turn, need to screw into them. I have looked on line to try to see if I can find any schematics on the specific construction areas (where studs are and that type of thing) to no avail. my biggest concerns are wiring and plumbing, and of course, not going through the wall completely.

any ideas or help would be greatly appreciated

[beemerphile1]

Should be easy to find the studs. Look for staples in the wallboard.

[taddyport]

opnspaces wrote:
Yes call Jayco with your VIN handy and they should be able to send you the schematics. They sent me some when I had to replace my black tank a few years ago.

Do be aware that the walls are framed with something like 2x2 lumber, so don't drill like you're going into a 2x4.

thanks for the tip, I'll give them a call. Most of what I'm mounting will not be much weight so I'm mostly concerned about wiring.

thanks again

[opnspaces]

Yes call Jayco with your VIN handy and they should be able to send you the schematics. They sent me some when I had to replace my black tank a few years ago.

Do be aware that the walls are framed with something like 2x2 lumber, so don't drill like you're going into a 2x4.

[RoyB]

JAYCO is one of the companies that will respond to your request for this type of information.

Call them and have your VIN number handy... They will provide you a PDF with that info.

The best results I had with attaching heavy things to the RV thin Walls is put up a back board first. Then mount to it with screws as required...

Something like this from google images...




The wall anchor of choice is the MOLLY BOLT for mounting the BACKBOARD to the the thin walls. Once the backboard is up then you can use regular wood screws...




Roy Ken

[2012Coleman]

I used a stud finder successfully to mount my TV using lag screws. Others on here have posted that they find 2 studs, mount some wood between them, and then mount a TV to that. But you didn't state what you are mounting - so, depending on how heavy, if a hook can do the job, try those 3M Hooks that you can put up and remove without damaging the wall surface. I use these in the bathroom for towels and by the door for coats in the winter. Stating what you are trying to mount would help out a lot though...

[dockmasterdave]

I have an amerilite 21. In the owners manual and paperwork from the factory, I found info on stud spacing, rafter spacing etc. I hope you find the same info in yours. If not you should be able to find it on the manufacturers website.

[OpenRangePullen]

How heavy are the items your going to hang?