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Forum: Forester and Sunseeker 02-15-2019, 09:59 AM
Replies: 253
Views: 54,584
Posted By bambam
Did the water get inside or roof delamination?...

Did the water get inside or roof delamination? Regardless this is bad, I felt sick when going the work on the roof of our RV, awful experience!
Forum: Forester and Sunseeker 09-13-2017, 12:54 PM
Replies: 253
Views: 54,584
Posted By bambam
Maybe, nothing visible so far. I would personally...

Maybe, nothing visible so far. I would personally doubt otherwise the Admission Valve won't be required, correct? Takes a lifetime to get familiar with all the guts of the RV. Cheers!
Forum: Forester and Sunseeker 09-13-2017, 10:13 AM
Replies: 253
Views: 54,584
Posted By bambam
One inch hole for the wires which I protected...

One inch hole for the wires which I protected with black plastic sleeve (automotive style) to ensure they are protected against rubbing against sides, also filled the hole with dicor sealant. The...
Forum: Forester and Sunseeker 09-13-2017, 09:25 AM
Replies: 253
Views: 54,584
Posted By bambam
More pics with final results... Note that I also...

More pics with final results... Note that I also removed the antenna..
Forum: Forester and Sunseeker 09-13-2017, 09:24 AM
Replies: 253
Views: 54,584
Posted By bambam
Some pics..

Some pics..
Forum: Forester and Sunseeker 09-13-2017, 09:14 AM
Replies: 253
Views: 54,584
Posted By bambam
We ended up finding the root cause of the leak...

We ended up finding the root cause of the leak and delamination! It was caused by a repair which was performed under warranty.
- We reported a tiny crack in the fiberglass probably caused by stress...
Forum: Forester and Sunseeker 09-13-2016, 07:30 PM
Replies: 253
Views: 54,584
Posted By bambam
Also the RV is covered during winter months......

Also the RV is covered during winter months... October till May. So no snow, ice or rain build up on the roof during this period.

I trust Forest River takes care of their customers. Thanks.
Forum: Forester and Sunseeker 09-13-2016, 01:30 PM
Replies: 253
Views: 54,584
Posted By bambam
That is correct and that area is coming off as...

That is correct and that area is coming off as well (just on the left side of the RV)
Forum: Forester and Sunseeker 09-13-2016, 09:14 AM
Replies: 253
Views: 54,584
Posted By bambam
Hi Joshua - I do check the seals multiple times /...

Hi Joshua - I do check the seals multiple times / year and I did spend LOTS of time inspecting the areas where the roof is coming apart. I even replaced all the caulking in the front (between the...
Forum: Forester and Sunseeker 09-08-2016, 10:25 PM
Replies: 253
Views: 54,584
Posted By bambam
Thanks, makes sense... Sagecoachdriver...

Thanks, makes sense... Sagecoachdriver (https://www.forestriverforums.com/forums/members/sagecoachdriver-74950.html) also confirmed that the edge of his RV is covered with lots of dicor.

I am...
Forum: Forester and Sunseeker 09-08-2016, 09:00 PM
Replies: 253
Views: 54,584
Posted By bambam
6thcav...

6thcav (https://www.forestriverforums.com/forums/members/6thcav-91175.html) >>> Look for what's not visible, check behind the drawer underneath the fridge, remove the plastic door trim and see how the...
Forum: Forester and Sunseeker 09-08-2016, 12:42 PM
Replies: 253
Views: 54,584
Posted By bambam
Do you believe it is expected that the screws on...

Do you believe it is expected that the screws on the side of the roof be exposed (see attached pic)? My understanding is such everything should be covered... But again??

As for highlighting the...
Forum: Forester and Sunseeker 09-08-2016, 11:47 AM
Replies: 253
Views: 54,584
Posted By bambam
I would suggest that you consider Jayco if it is...

I would suggest that you consider Jayco if it is not too late... I found out later that they offer two years warranty (may be the only ones who do so...)!
Forum: Forester and Sunseeker 09-08-2016, 10:19 AM
Replies: 253
Views: 54,584
Posted By bambam
I agree, I did notice the fiberglass roof panel...

I agree, I did notice the fiberglass roof panel starting to get detached from the plywood since the RV was just a few month old, I did suspect a leak and this is when I replaced all the dicor...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 09-06-2016, 11:22 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 9,786
Posted By bambam
Hello Gerry, You mentioned you have used aluminum...

Hello Gerry, You mentioned you have used aluminum angles... Did you attach them together in a "Z" shape with one attached to the roof, the other attached to the panel and bolted together? [I have...
Forum: Forester and Sunseeker 09-06-2016, 10:58 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,326
Posted By bambam
First, thank you for sharing your experience!...

First, thank you for sharing your experience! Very valuable!! We have a Sunseeker 2690 (wiring area somehow similar to yours!) and I believe we have same interior colors.

How's the solar system...
Forum: Forester and Sunseeker 09-06-2016, 10:04 PM
Replies: 253
Views: 54,584
Posted By bambam
Hi Joshua -- we own a 2014 2690 Sunseeker, have...

Hi Joshua -- we own a 2014 2690 Sunseeker, have three little kids (all under 5!) and absolutely love our RV. Re: front cap issue. When the RV was brand new I did notice that the joint between the...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 09-06-2016, 02:08 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,719
Posted By bambam
I am also looking at the option of using two...

I am also looking at the option of using two aluminum angles bolted together to create the "Z" shape. One would be attached to the roof, the second to the solar panels. Bolts attaching the two would...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 09-06-2016, 10:11 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,719
Posted By bambam
I am planning to do the same... Looking at the...

I am planning to do the same... Looking at the Renogy kit. Might actually get some extra Z brackets (2 per panel). Always concerned to lose a panel on the highway.
Forum: Forester and Sunseeker 10-22-2013, 08:39 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,847
Posted By bambam
Nice coincidence, that actually was the first job...

Nice coincidence, that actually was the first job I did on the camper. I noticed that the wires passing in the door channel were all crushed by the plastic cover when going out behind the driver's...
Forum: Slide Outs 10-19-2013, 09:34 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,822
Posted By bambam
I have a similar problem... which motor/gearbox...

I have a similar problem... which motor/gearbox you have? Is it a lippert?

On mine I suspect it's the clutch... Anyway... what do you mean by the shear pin?
Forum: Forester and Sunseeker 10-19-2013, 07:19 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,847
Posted By bambam
I was also amazed by the amount of trash under...

I was also amazed by the amount of trash under the slide out dinette! One bold getting stuck in the slide out gears is enough to break a tooth and create problems long term....

I am very...
Forum: Forester and Sunseeker 10-17-2013, 08:13 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,847
Posted By bambam
We got the RV from TT in Michigan (great dealer...

We got the RV from TT in Michigan (great dealer by the way...) but we currently live in Ottawa, ON. The local Forest River dealer (RV Canada www.rvcan.ca) is avoiding by any means to schedule a...
Forum: Forester and Sunseeker 10-16-2013, 09:20 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,847
Posted By bambam
2014 Sunseeker slide-out motor/clutch issue

We have a 4 month old Sunseeker 2690 - it's our first RV and we love it! It's have been a couple weeks we started having problems with the slide out.

Mainly when pushing the button to slide out...
Forum: Appliances and Electronics 06-20-2013, 11:08 AM
Replies: 132
Views: 45,642
Posted By bambam
Thanks for the info, regarding the maps I just...

Thanks for the info, regarding the maps I just contacted Magnadyne and Mike mentioned that their units are shipped with the latest maps (Released: 2012 Q3). Mine came with the 2011 maps, so obviously...
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