Partial slide out extension

[av8ur]

I've got the '17 2618VS. Is it acceptable from a structural standpoint to partially extend the sofa slide in order to get from the aft bedroom to the living/kitchen area when on an overnight road side rest stop?

[timfromma]

From a structural standpoint, you should be fine. However, the slides are only sealed when fully extended or fully closed. Leaving them open partially could subject you to leaks.

[av8ur]

Thanks Tim. A point I did not consider.

[bob caldwell]

And the inner edge of slide floor might be alittle weak...

[av8ur]

Good info Bob. I do recall noticing the edge of the slide floor being a bit off the TT floor when in transit.

[CaptnJohn]

Dry weather and acceptable temps you should be fine if you do not walk on it.

[ependydad]

If they're Schwintek slides (the kind with 2 rails on either side of the slide box), don't do it. They're designed to run fully out and fully in and synchronize the motors at full extension/retraction.