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Old 09-20-2015, 05:52 PM   #1
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What is the best way to clean the roof?
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Old 09-20-2015, 06:17 PM   #2
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A tall ladder and a long handled soft bristle brush.

As for the soap just make sure it does not contain any petroleum.
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Old 09-21-2015, 08:05 PM   #3
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I use a pressure washer


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Old 09-21-2015, 08:11 PM   #4
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At my age??? pay someone else (who is qualified to do it).
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Old 10-10-2015, 11:39 AM   #5
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Is the 2016 FR3 30DS roof strong enough to stand on? Does anyone know the weight limit? Didn't know if it was strong enough for observations or walking on for washing and roof installs.
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Check your sky light for small cracks from screw holes.
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Old 10-10-2015, 01:18 PM   #7
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I'm 165 and I walk on it all the time.


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Old 10-11-2015, 10:44 AM   #8
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Thanx for reply MaltnHops
But I'm 6'8" 335lb just a little difference. See my concern? Especially if I have help up there.
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Old 10-11-2015, 12:33 PM   #9
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I'm 210 and son is 170 we were up there at same time. I would be more worried of the rear ladder.
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Old 10-11-2015, 07:52 PM   #10
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It's been said that if the unit came with a ladder, the roof is safe to walk on. Weight?
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I was told that the ladder was either 250 or 300 lb limit. And I seem to think there was some literature in our packet about the ladder that referenced something. I'm about 250lb and all is good.
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Old 10-11-2015, 08:07 PM   #12
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Just went and looked....300 lbs.
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Old 10-11-2015, 08:13 PM   #13
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If roofs weren't safe to walk on, they would never build the RV. Ever watch the assembly where 2-3 guys are running around up there installing vents, AC's and such?
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Old 10-11-2015, 08:25 PM   #14
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At goshen i saw 5 guys on one roof as they were placing the rubber membrane and they were not careful staying away from each others
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Old 10-12-2015, 10:03 AM   #15
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Thanx to all who responded. I feel better about installing the Maxfan now. I will use a different ladder or at least be gingerly on the RV one. Thanx again.
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