Water coming in

[FredSt64]

Just got a 2015 Palomino Solaire Eclipse W307QBDSK over a month ago. During the rain storm that came though Friday I checked for and found water coming in on the Schwintek tracks on the living room slide. I am thinking it's the seal on the slide. Is this a fairly simple fix?

 

[Bob K4TAX]

Ours is a 2016. The seals had deteriorated largely due to age. I replaced them. There is also a drip rail under the slide at the bottom corner. This is to catch and direct the water outward. Depending on how level the trailer is, and how it tilts, water may or may not come in. I've learned that a very slight tilt to the street side and toward the rear prevents any water intrusion. Remember, water generally runs downhill, and a very slight tilt will prevent any issues.

While installing the new seals, I could not get them to seal, especially the wiper seals, to any degree that would prevent a blowing rain to be prevented from entering. A big hole in the wall protected by some wiper seals just won't cut it.

Bob

 

[FredSt64]

It's not setting a completely level, but close. It was a little low in the front by around a half bubble and it was on the low side of the slide that had the water coming in.

 

[Aussieguy]

I like to have my trailer lean just a bit towards the side ... only one slide on mine
RV usually do NOT have to be 100% level

propane fridges need to be fairly level but can still work if a tad out

Often close my slide if a heavy thunder storm hits

you can also look at slide toppers to minimize leaves and sticks from interfering with sealing

I would lift the carpet in that area and look for water damage