21SS Slide out Topper $$ ??

[Guzzi]

Picking up our new 21SS this week. Pumped up! Have a question, going thru past threads, looks like an awning thingy over the slide out (Slide topper is correct name I think). Wondering what a fair / good price is for one? Am on a tight budget and trying to justify the expense, tho seems like a good investment.

Thanks to all

[jking46]

We had one installed on our ikss 2 years ago. As I recall, we paid about $300. Imo, money well spent.

[Mr Havercamp]

$362 if installed as an option from the factory. Most dealers will charge about $700 or more for the same thing.

[bikendan]

Yep, factory install is way cheaper than aftermarket install.
You should have asked for that option when ordering.
Now it'll cost you at least double.
We made that mistake. It cost us $500 and that was 10 years ago.

[MiCamper6]

We added one to our 233S and are very happy that we did.

[Guzzi]

Originally Posted by Mr Havercamp

$362 if installed as an option from the factory. Most dealers will charge about $700 or more for the same thing.

Been nice if salesman would have mentioned it when we ordered. Didn't know such a thing existed. Better yet, I should have done more research before ordering. Quoted 600 + tax. Not too bad a price, I guess. Wonder how hard to install? Maybe order parts & install myself

[Stormrider151]

If your handy with tools and have a friend to help I don't think they are that hard to install. Check YouTube and see what's involved. You might want to do it yourself. Save a lot that way. Probably one of the best investments you can make.

[CaptnJohn]

I needed 3 after the purchase. Waited until CW had them on sale and install was on sale too. Plus I get 15% off labor for 3 years so ~~ 2 different sizes but purchase, install, tax and all came to just over $1500.

[bikendan]

Originally Posted by Guzzi

Been nice if salesman would have mentioned it when we ordered. Didn't know such a thing existed. Better yet, I should have done more research before ordering. Quoted 600 + tax. Not too bad a price, I guess. Wonder how hard to install? Maybe order parts & install myself

Yep, slide toppers are listed in the Rockwood brochure, as optional for all Rockwood models, including Roo.
They're also listed on many online Roo dealers websites, like RVW and RVDirect.

[Epat]

If you haven't picked it up yet the dealer may still give you a good deal as a dealer installed option. I negotiated that when we were making the deal.

[urocav2001]

Most camping world stores run 59.00 install specials if your a good Sam member


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[Drenjoey]

I bought mine from ShadePro in March, and it cost $405.00 including all hardware. My friend should be coming soon to give me a hand installing it.....but it seems very easy.
As for the price, it will cost an additional $100.00 if you have it delivered at your home, or free if you have it delivered at a business which is what I did. They shipped it where I work.

Here's a link to ShadePro:

ShadePro Inc.: Carefree SlideOut Cover

[Guzzi]

Thanks all. Think I'll have dealer install. I know if I just say I'll do it myself & get to it later, it will get put off & I'll be sorry in the long run. Another of life's lessons

[172av8r]

I got my carefree Topper on Amazon ~$350 (topper + hardware kit).

I installed it myself on my new-to-me ROO 23ss. Pretty easy to do. (once you get past drilling a bunch of holes in your new camper! )

This is the best pic I have showing how it came out.

[thomsonr]

Never heard of this before, have a 2010 21ss. Could someone explain why I might need this?

[theengle]

Two reasons to have these, first is it helps keep your roo a bit cooler on the inside as you don't have direct sunlight on the roof area of your slide out. Second reason is to keep twigs, leaves and other debris from collecting on the roof of the slide out which in turn could potentially damage the seal on top when you bring the slide out back in. Plus the debris will end up in a variety of areas inside your camper while traveling.

[Guzzi]

Picked up our Roo yesterday. So glad we got the Slide Topper installed. Thought of climbing up to clean the top of the slider each time before we pulled er in not enjoyable. Just wish I'd had it done at the factory - cheaper way to go.. So far enjoying it. Only small minor things amiss. I shoulda been a bit more of a hard ass during the PDI. Too soft in my old age. Gonna spend a few nights in her over the long weekend in the backyard

[Lonestar1836]

That's awesome. Have a great time. Our new 233S that replaced our 21SS is all deployed in the driveway awaiting tent end wetting down tomorrow. We loved our 21SS. I'm sure you'll love yours too.

[bozeman]

Two reasons no to have it. Makes it hard to inspect the roof twice a year for warranty and if stuff does get in there its a pain to get it out especially on a long slide. Just my 2 cents.

[Lonestar1836]

On our 08 Roo 21SS there was 6-8 inches between the slide and the topper. It was easy to see and maintain. You can always reach it from the inside with the slide pulled in. Always checked when I put the slide locks in.

Mike