Crusader slide toppers?

esmoglo · 08-08-2016, 08:11 PM

Next few weeks I will look at having slide out toppers installed on two slides. Its less than thrilling walking up on the roof when its damp. I tried brining in the slide without wiping it down and that was a huge mistake. Anyone have them installed on their Crusader? I regret not having this done in April when we purchased the 296 BHS Crusader new.

Dano1955 · 08-08-2016, 08:14 PM

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Originally Posted by esmoglo

Next few weeks I will look at having slide out toppers installed on two slides. Its less than thrilling walking up on the roof when its damp. I tried brining in the slide without wiping it down and that was a huge mistake. Anyone have them installed on their Crusader? I regret not having this done in April when we purchased the 296 BHS Crusader new.

Next thing on my list, also prolly next 2 weeks. Only one slide though.

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esmoglo · 08-08-2016, 08:16 PM

My last RV had them took them for granted they are really useful especially for a 5th wheel.

**bikendan** · 08-08-2016, 08:49 PM

Yep gonna cost a lot more than having them installed at the factory.

Dano1955 · 08-08-2016, 11:15 PM

Getting mine from Amazon and will install myself.

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CaptnJohn · 08-09-2016, 12:06 AM

Had mine installed by CW this spring when toppers and labor was on sale. Planned on having them installed in December when the 5er was purchased until they told me I'd save a bit by waiting a short time.

irishrv · 08-09-2016, 04:36 AM

I have them on all 3 slides. Only downside is when you are in a big windstorm they get noisey. Only happened right on the ocean. More benifit than drawback with the sun shading and water and debris they keep off. I had the dealer install at purchase.

2014 295rst champ te
2009 2500hd GMC d/a

heavynlori · 08-09-2016, 05:02 AM

We had them installed by dealer when we bought our Crusader - they were on our must have list as we are seasonal on a wooded lot

Slides are left out all summer but we are not prone to winds

We do put slides in while unit is at home as our house can get some pretty wicked winds at times....more for security and not noise though as we are not staying in it at home

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esmoglo · 08-09-2016, 07:47 AM

Yea I will build up the courage to call the dealer and get a quote

hopefully it wont be too crazy $$$ we will see I only have 2 slides so theirs some savings there.

Can anyone post a photo of theirs installed?

esmoglo · 08-09-2016, 04:37 PM

I have these drip rails above the slides they have a channel wonder if they can pass one side of the slide topper in the channel?

Take a look at what I am referring to.

CaptnJohn · 08-09-2016, 04:45 PM

Whoops

heavynlori · 08-09-2016, 04:48 PM

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Originally Posted by esmoglo

I have these drip rails above the slides they have a channel wonder if they can pass one side of the slide topper in the channel?

Take a look at what I am referring to.

Yes that is where the material will be inserted into the channel

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another_newfie · 08-10-2016, 12:11 PM

Had mine installed before I took delivery. Best investment in the rig. Period. Would never be without toppers on my rig.

esmoglo · 08-10-2016, 02:08 PM

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Originally Posted by another_newfie

Had mine installed before I took delivery. Best investment in the rig. Period. Would never be without toppers on my rig.

Cool can you post a few photos of yours installed?

another_newfie · 08-10-2016, 02:19 PM

I will see if I can find a few pictures which show the toppers.

esmoglo · 08-10-2016, 02:21 PM

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Originally Posted by another_newfie

I will see if I can find a few pictures which show the toppers.

Thanks

Fred H. · 08-13-2016, 07:21 AM

I bought my Crusader while in FL. for the winter. Didn't take long and I had the local RV Service at the RV Park install toppers. The long topper makes a flapping noise when the wind blows but I stopped that with a "pool noodle". Best investment made, keeps all the debris and water off the roof of the slides.

esmoglo · 08-13-2016, 07:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Fred H.

I bought my Crusader while in FL. for the winter. Didn't take long and I had the local RV Service at the RV Park install toppers. The long topper makes a flapping noise when the wind blows but I stopped that with a "pool noodle". Best investment made, keeps all the debris and water off the roof of the slides.

Thanks for posting the photos that's exactly how I imagined they would install it by using the drip rail to slide in one end on the awning. Did the rivet or screw in the ones installed on the side?

Fred H. · 08-14-2016, 04:40 AM

The arms that hold the rollers are screwed in.

rracer5 · 08-14-2016, 07:23 AM

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Originally Posted by esmoglo

I have these drip rails above the slides they have a channel wonder if they can pass one side of the slide topper in the channel?

Take a look at what I am referring to.

When you get ready, install new rails above the ones already there. That will give the toppers a little pitch for water run off. Mine were installed at PT perfectly flat and they will hold gallons of water & sag which leave a mess on them (stains). Don't go crazy on the pitch too much. When rolled up, and traveling, air can get behind them causing them to billow a little.

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