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07-31-2018, 07:28 PM
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Wardrobe slide out made a popping noise while extending
Now the bottom front cable is loose. I started to retract the slide, then another noise and I found the slide is coming in crooked. I stopped. I'll try to call the company tomorrow.
In the meantime, where do I look to find the problem?
Thanks, Ernie
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2014 Berkshire 400QL; sometimes towing 2018 Silverado and other times
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07-31-2018, 08:01 PM
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Look up above the slide in the motor area and see if one of the cables is loose or broken.
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07-31-2018, 08:44 PM
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One cable broken another frayed
Dan, Thanks for your quick response. I got my phone/camera stuck back behind the wood trim and got a photo, looks like one cable destroyed.
Is cable breakage common with these coaches? I am used to older MH with HWH slide outs.
Is there a trick on removing the fascia trim?
Have you personally repaired a broken cable?
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07-31-2018, 09:33 PM
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I see your coach is a 2014 model. There was a batch of bad Motors during that time. Also.
As far as removing the trim at the top I have heard about some that are glued and nailed. Mine is fabric-covered. There are fabric covered buttons on mine that when removed reveals the screws that hold it on which makes it easy to remove.
And yes, I hear about broken cables pretty frequently.
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07-31-2018, 10:49 PM
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I guess I'm trying to figure out if I need to buy some tools so I can repair myself. I've got 3 more slide outs so I've got a bunch of cables!!! I'm not close to any dealer and what would happen if I'm out boondocking in the forest. I'm presently wondering how to retract my slide out now! Thanks for your comments.
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07-31-2018, 10:56 PM
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One cable broken another frayed
I finally remembered how to attach a couple of photos. Maybe someone can give me ideas on removing fascia. I can not see any 'plugs' that might be hiding some attaching screws. Right now I think that will be the hardest part after getting the parts and tools.
Thanks in advance for any hints!
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08-01-2018, 02:22 PM
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MaddyCatBus
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We have a 2008 Berk and broke a cable on our wardrobe recently. Found a youtube video on the Accuslide that explains the repair perfectly. Ordered the parts and did the repair within 2 hours. I bought the parts at a local RV dealer but later found them on Amazon for half the price.
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08-01-2018, 03:03 PM
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I have a 2014 Berkshire 390bh-60 and worked a similar issue last month. The entry point for me was above the top bunk. Remove the 8 buttons covering the screws. And then the screws and you’ll have access to the cables. There are great YouTube videos explaining exactly how to R&R the cables. Best of luck!
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08-01-2018, 03:20 PM
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Removing the facial is tedious. My 2014 Berkshire 400QL was attached with nails. So I pride gently a little at a time. Then I made small metal bracket so it hooks now. We have had open it up now 4 times. Good luck.
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08-01-2018, 03:56 PM
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In one sense I don't like your answer because the best I can see is my fascia is mounted with nails also!!! Then the 4 times doesn't make me happy either. BUT I really do appreciate your comment. Do you keep any cable repair kits on hand? It almost sounds like one should. Thanks again and I really mean it. Ernie
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08-02-2018, 03:24 PM
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If your slide is like mine was, if you bring your slide in you can reach behind it the motor is attached to the wall with the pulleys. To bring in a broken slide, you have got a flexible socket about 8 to 12" long. You put that in the motor end, being you either broke the chain or it got loose and came off one of the two pulleys you should be able to push it in far enough in so you don't have to pull the trim, I don't know how yours was built. One end of the chain always has slack, the other doesn't. Had that system for 7 years never had a problem but I did have to use there adjustments a couple of times
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08-10-2018, 11:36 AM
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My slide started to make clicking sounds and moves slower. I pulled the panel next to fridge and everything seems to look normal.
Do I assume that I need to adjust / tighten the cables and examine the bolts / screws to make sure that they did not cone loose or is there something else that needs to be looked at?
Fred, 8 buttons covering the screws that you referred to, are those on the bunk's ceiling?
Thanks,
Alex
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08-10-2018, 12:18 PM
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MaddyCatBus
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I am no expert as I have only had to fix mine once. Ours gave no warnings of moving slowly or odd noises, the cable just broke. Fortunately the remaining cables were able to move the slide.
The youtube I sent previously does tell you about adjusting your cables.
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08-10-2018, 12:35 PM
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There are different kinds of slide mechanisms. Make sure you're talking about the same ones. Typically wardrobe slides or cable driven. Bed slides used gear driven. Big slides are probably hydraulic or that new track system that I forget what it's called.
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08-10-2018, 06:41 PM
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Alex - yes. Above the top bunk is the ceiling piece held in place by the 8 screws. Pop the screw covers off with a butter knife and remove the screws for access to the motor, gearbox, and cable adjusters.
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08-10-2018, 10:43 PM
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It is a cable driven slideout and all the comments in the thread are 100% relevant. Unfortunately I can't watch the video due to slow / limited wifi at the campground.
Thank you for all the replies.
Alex
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09-05-2018, 10:29 PM
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Finally getting started on the repair
- Like I said earlier, my fascia was nailed AND GLUED to a base mounting board. I took off the top and also the RH fascia (as you are facing the slideout). There is a metal trim piece covering the cables. Is there any trick in removing it so that it will be easy to reinstall later?
- Thanks
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09-07-2018, 04:36 PM
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No trick. Remove the screws and it comes off. Believe you need a #2 square head driver.
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09-25-2018, 03:14 PM
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Trying to adjust tension on cables.
Besides trial and error are there any guidelines? I've watched BAL Accuslide's video several time and all I hear is don't put too much tension on cables.
I did see an earlier comment that one set of cables will be slack when retracted and the other set will have slack when extended.
Thanks
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09-25-2018, 03:55 PM
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MaddyCatBus
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I just followed the good mechanical practices I learned way back when. The taunt side of the cable should have about 1/2" to 1" of play. Reverse the slide and the opposing side should have the same.
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