Bunk end water fix...cheap!

[Eric F.]

They still have the gutters, but the bunks now close against them. I will try to post some pics of the new design tomorrow. I need to make some for my 2015 Shamrock.

On the older style (photo), the lower half of the pvc is above the lip of the bunk end so the water won't get in.

[Crockett]

even with the bunks against the drip rail, this fix on the old style might be in order. whats needed is something like the flip down rain guard on the door glass of a 55 chevy...

[wicked1]

Why did they stop putting gutters above the bunk ends, didn't that work well? Wondering if I should install them on my 2015?


2014 Ford F-150 FX4 Crew 4X4 EB 3.5

2015 Roo 23IKSS

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[Hicks43]

My 2015 shamrock 21ss has no rain gutter on it.

[Fmande]

I just bought a 2004 Roo SS and there was no water damage. I took it home. It's been in my. Driveway for a week. I go to pay it up for bCation and the ends are soaked near the hinge. I realize there is for sure too much space and water use be getting in. I read all these posts but I'm not visualizing it. I essentially. Just think there are not seams on my camper at all. I wonder if they were removed from dealer to be replaced and they never replaced. One week and this much water is a nightmare. Please share insight. Are the seams rubber seams similar to Windows and door in my house if so, II have nothing on this and would like to know what to ask for at store

[tking01_2000]

Make sure you are closed up properly even a bungee cord will cause a leak if stuck in the door

[bikendan]

Originally Posted by Fmande

I just bought a 2004 Roo SS and there was no water damage. I took it home. It's been in my. Driveway for a week. I go to pay it up for bCation and the ends are soaked near the hinge. I realize there is for sure too much space and water use be getting in. I read all these posts but I'm not visualizing it. I essentially. Just think there are not seams on my camper at all. I wonder if they were removed from dealer to be replaced and they never replaced. One week and this much water is a nightmare. Please share insight. Are the seams rubber seams similar to Windows and door in my house if so, II have nothing on this and would like to know what to ask for at store

Should have D-seals similar to automotive door seals.
Suggest you find a hybrid on a lot and check it out.

[tking01_2000]

I have a 05 I'll send pictures over

[bikendan]

Originally Posted by Fmande

I just bought a 2004 Roo SS

there was no Roo with the SS(Super Slide)designation, in 2004. i believe the 2005 21SS was the first with SS designation.

so, which 2004 model do you have?

[Crockett]

Prolly doesnt realize a 05/2004 dom is still a 2005...

[Fmande]

Thanks so much, I will pay closer attention. so

Originally Posted by tking01_2000

Make sure you are closed up properly even a bungee cord will cause a leak if stuck in the door

[Fmande]

I have no idea what the two switches are just inside ttrailer door. Any insight Rockwood Roo 23B

[bikendan]

Originally Posted by Fmande

I have no idea what the two switches are just inside ttrailer door. Any insight Rockwood Roo 23B

You should start a separate thread for this, since has nothing to do with this thread's title.
Also pics are more helpful, especially since there only a couple of 23B owners here.

[fyrdad]

Pixleys,
How much pipe did you cut out of the 2 inch pvc?

[6wate]

You should cut 90 degrees, or 1/4 of the pipe.

[itat]

Originally Posted by fyrdad

Pixleys,
How much pipe did you cut out of the 2 inch pvc?

Have a look at Pixley's pics here
Camper Fix by JIm Pixley | Photobucket

[LOIL99]

First, Thanks Pyxleys for sharing this. Great stuff.

My questions is, is there any reason a person couldn't just use a large piece of viynl and cover the entire door during travel and storage?

I envision duct taping the top of the vinyl to the rain gutter, just like Pixleys did, but instead of only a 4" piece of vinyl, use a piece big enough that it would cover the entire door all the way down below the bottom hinges and wide enough to cover the vertical seams (like a good quality inner shower curtain). Then use velcro to secure the vinyl to the trailer outside of the vertical seams and maybe on the bottom too (if necessary).

Anyone have any thoughts on this idea? I can't imagine water could get past that setup. Or does the PVC pipe (that would be left out in this setup) do something that I am missing?

For reference, see Pixleys photo below:

[6wate]

I think you would need very thick vinyl for this, or it would easily tear in the wind. Otherwise, it should work.

[Mary Douglas]

We are having the same issue in our 2014 Roo. Find water every time in the channel inside the camper on the larger bed end. There is also an area of discoloration on the roof of the bed on the exterior in one area that seems to indicate water pooling on it for a long time. Very discouraged.

[jaanhalt]

Hi, my Hybrid is a North River, but this is what I did to my bunk ends to help protect them. This was a DIY project that I decided to do to give the seals a second layer of protection. Just a short video, let me know what you think.

https://youtu.be/FV6Kw73FI8c