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    Posted: 28 May 2015 at 8:54am
To Forest River, an Observation - 

I just met a new 171 owner who lacked a door latch, and whose screen door was not adjusted right. I am extremely well satisfied with my 171 but if this signals a general QC problem, look out. Word of mouth is very important.
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Posts: 3990 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: 28 May 2015 at 11:59am
I would be quesstioning why the dealer did not spot that on the pre-checkout.  On my 171 I had some issues but the dealer and Forest River did step up to the plate and fix the issues.
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Posts: 4512 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: 28 May 2015 at 12:34pm
Ditto, that should have been dealt with by the dealership prior to the sale. If not then definitely dealt with during the walk through
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Posts: 6128 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: 28 May 2015 at 3:30pm
Didn't have a door latch and nobody noticed?
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Posts: 473 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: 28 May 2015 at 4:31pm
Drat. I initially did a google search for 'latch' and captured the thing there - maybe more accurate to say 'door holder', the thing that keeps the door open.

Thanks for helping me to use the right terminology.
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Posts: 1676 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: 28 May 2015 at 5:55pm
We should make up something like this specific for an rPod.


If I get time, I'll try to put together something we can all collaborate on. 

I have to say I had a great two hour walkthrough when I purchased my unit. Every system was tested and explained including winterize, manual slide-out, water heater, entry door-holder, etc. They offered to drive with me a bit to adjust the brake controller and even fixed a small ding in the wall covering from Television install. Since this was our first RV purchase, I just assumed this was normal.

Now I know it must have been just cuz I got a hot wife!! Star That should get me some points.

I think some folks are just so excited about getting a new toy, they either don't pay attention or just want to take it home and play.

So do you guys think they are using cheaper materials, or just being sloppy putting them together? They aren't that complicated, IMO, and many of the components are third party.

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Posts: 4512 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: 28 May 2015 at 9:24pm
That is a really thorough list! It covers a really good range of items.
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Posts: 1807 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: 28 May 2015 at 9:37pm
Such a file exists from Forest River, it's the PDI checklist that your dealer has to sign off on and send back to Forest River saying everything on it has been inspected.
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fwunder - pic or the wife doesn't exist.
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Posts: 1676 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: 29 May 2015 at 10:44am
Originally posted by techntrek

fwunder - pic or the wife doesn't exist.

Doesn't get any hotter! Thumbs Up
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