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Old 08-22-2013, 01:36 PM   #41
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I guess I'm just not the type who believes I should pay good hard earned money and have rain pour in each time it rains. We can already see the discoloration around the corners from water. My point is why do we or anyone that pays over 20,000 for a camper have to ever have rain come in? FR should be figuring out how to season these bunk ends prior to shipping. No other manufacturer would get away with it nor would they if people just didn't accept it. Sorry I won't sugercoat a problem nor will I say there is non when there is. Read all these forums, there is a problem with leaks in the Roos.
Well, seeing how we are not sugarcoating anything... they way I see it, hijacking a bunch of threads on this forum to complain about how bad Roo's are made is not fixing your problem either.

I cannot think of one single manufacturer that seasons the canvas on ANY hybrid or PUP, so yes... pretty much everyone accepts it. Not all Roo's leak. Not all Roo's that leak are due to FR's problems. You even suggested in one of your posts that you think you had canvas caught in the seal. http://www.forestriverforums.com/for...tml#post442633

Well... Hello! Of course its going to leak. You also stated that the bunks don't leak while deployed after you seasoned them. Did you even read the manual? It spells out clearly the things that must be done, things that should be done and things that should never be done. Without knowing the whole story, your troubles sound like someone who created their own mess and is mad that FR would make a product that would let you do it.

I am a blunt and straightforward man, and I think its impetuous for someone making the implication that all Roos have a leaking problem. Sugarcoated or otherwise. I'm sorry you have had your problems. I hope you get a satisfactory resolution. Practically everyone on this forum, (myself included) would we willing to offer any advice or aid we can to help you get your problem resolved. But if 'satisfactory' includes trying to convince current and future FR owners that their units are junk because you are mad at them... well, I see you setting yourself up for more disappointment.

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Old 08-22-2013, 02:44 PM   #42
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Ok does anybody know of a maker with less leaks ? The other Hybrids just look they are cheaply made.
I've never used a FR hybrid. The one we had was a Jayco Kiwi 23B. We never had any problems that were not caused by either something we did, or due to issues from the previous owners poor maintenance habits.

We had to have the bunk ends replaced when we bought it, since they were heavily mildewed, and starting to rot, but they never leaked once they were replaced. The camper itself was well made, and we were happy with it, at least until the tree took it out!
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Old 08-22-2013, 02:45 PM   #43
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Old 08-22-2013, 03:39 PM   #44
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I think it would be a good idea. I was honest when someone asked about buying a hybrid. I read the manual and did everything we were told to do. My opinion is I made a big mistake. I see pages and pages of people complaining about leaks in their Roo's. Seem FR is more than happy to send everyone all the sealant they need. I don't blame them. I had a pop-up for years as did my girlfriend and guess what? No leaks. Maybe I'm just the unlucky one guy who has the one that leaks. I honestly thought FR had taken care of the leaking bunk ends long ago but again reading all these posts (not just from me) apparently not. I don't mean to put down anyones precious Roo's I just think they have a leaking problem. All of them. I'm done with this topic, it will go back to the dealer and we will see what they can do. Looks like the camping is done for the season they advised it will be at least 6 weeks and that's if they don't have to send it back. The dealer advised they are having a lot of problems with leaks on the newer models. Happy me.
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[The moderators reviewed the thread. The OP's question was "Anybody like their hybrid?" We think the topic is a good one and will be allowed to remain open. Please play nice. Thanks]
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Old 08-23-2013, 08:12 AM   #46
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Old 08-23-2013, 01:28 PM   #48
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Old 08-23-2013, 03:59 PM   #49
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Thank younfor everybody's comments this is whatbI was looking for lots of views on the subject.
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Old 08-23-2013, 05:13 PM   #50
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Thank younfor everybody's comments this is whatbI was looking for lots of views on the subject.
Lest we forget there was an OP that we were responding to rather than each other. Thanks for following up.
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Old 08-25-2013, 09:06 AM   #51
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We went straight from tent camping to the hybrid and love it! My husband was skeptical, but after our recent family vacation/camping trip, has decided it was a good decision on our part (and actually said he was glad I was persistent)! Ours is a 2013 Roo 21SS - we have not had any leak problems with the tent ends. We did invest in the PUGs, which we like. We have had it out a half dozen times and are just so happy with it!
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Old 08-25-2013, 08:03 PM   #52
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We have a 2011 - Roo 233S.

We camp in it every weekend that we can (list count)!

We did have some issues but they were all resolved before we took it off the lot or soon there after under warranty

Since then no problems.
In case it wasn't clear - We love our Roo 233S

The only leak we have had since it left the lot was the skylight and that was covered by a recall.
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Old 08-25-2013, 10:02 PM   #53
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My 2011 Roo 233s had leaked, FR replaced the bunk end which makes me a happy camper, but still ready to upgrade. Camping with 5 kids solo, I'd like less set up. Every camper line and brands have some issues sometime.
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I have a 2013 Palomino Solaire 213X hybrid and love it. Me the wife 4 kids and 2 dogs in the pop-up was a little tight.
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Look at a new Roo on a lot the other day. Do any of you have the new plastic door latches and do they work good? Seem a little cheap to me.
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Look at a new Roo on a lot the other day. Do any of you have the new plastic door latches and do they work good? Seem a little cheap to me.
I have had mine since May and camped about 12 days without any issue so far. I am not familiar with the old latch so nothing to compare to.
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Old 08-30-2013, 11:08 AM   #57
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Look at a new Roo on a lot the other day. Do any of you have the new plastic door latches and do they work good? Seem a little cheap to me.
We have the new latches and have had no issues. I think if used carefully shouldn't be a problem. If trying to force the bed/ latch closed then something is probably not closed up properly
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I saw a thread where the latch broke at the dealer! Plastic and latches... Is anyone thinking? Reminds me of ABS roofs...
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