R-pod Owners Forum : Floor Collapse -wet floor http://www.rpod-owners.com/ This is an XML content feed of; R-pod Owners Forum : I need HELP!!! : Floor Collapse -wet floor Copyright (c) 2006-2009 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Wed, 20 May 2026 23:15:47 +0000 Tue, 12 Sep 2023 17:56:47 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 9.64 360 www.rpod-owners.com/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=13692 R-pod Owners Forum http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png http://www.rpod-owners.com/ Floor Collapse -wet floor : Originally posted by lostagainSeems... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13692&PID=152749#152749 Author: gpokluda
Subject: 13692
Posted: 12 Sep 2023 at 5:56pm

Originally posted by lostagain

Seems to me that a full floor replacement's cost in labor and material would exceed the fair market value of almost every rPod in need of such a drastic repair.  

+1  I would speak with your insurance company and see what options there are.
]]> Tue, 12 Sep 2023 17:56:47 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13692&PID=152749#152749 Floor Collapse -wet floor : Seems to me that a full floor... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13692&PID=152747#152747 Author: lostagain
Subject: 13692
Posted: 12 Sep 2023 at 4:06pm

Seems to me that a full floor replacement's cost in labor and material would exceed the fair market value of almost every rPod in need of such a drastic repair.  ]]> Tue, 12 Sep 2023 16:06:04 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13692&PID=152747#152747 Floor Collapse -wet floor : Anyone ever do a step-by-step... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13692&PID=152746#152746 Author: AlistairF
Subject: 13692
Posted: 12 Sep 2023 at 11:53am

Anyone ever do a step-by-step guide/video to how to replace their R-Pod floor?

]]> Tue, 12 Sep 2023 11:53:59 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13692&PID=152746#152746 Floor Collapse -wet floor : We are having the same problem... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13692&PID=149409#149409 Author: Teck2
Subject: 13692
Posted: 21 Aug 2022 at 1:59pm

We are having the same problem with our R-pod 182g right now. Were you able to fix the floor?]]> Sun, 21 Aug 2022 13:59:22 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13692&PID=149409#149409 Floor Collapse -wet floor : See new post - Broken welds on... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13692&PID=133476#133476 Author: Junkinpod
Subject: 13692
Posted: 10 Jul 2020 at 9:28am

See new post - Broken welds on floor joist to see what I've discovered after removing the flooring.  ]]> Fri, 10 Jul 2020 09:28:45 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13692&PID=133476#133476 Floor Collapse -wet floor : Originally posted by JunkinpodI... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13692&PID=133115#133115 Author: Olddawgsrule
Subject: 13692
Posted: 30 Jun 2020 at 7:25am

Originally posted by Junkinpod

I removed all of the flooring first.  I have not opened up the underbelly yet, but I assume that this is a step that I will have to do.  My floor was always soft in front of the sink/bathroom - but had no idea how bad the floor was until I saw that the wall and floor had dropped.  I believe the water came in around the slide on mine - but will post more as I start to work on it.  Sorry you have had this experience - how frustrating.  

I'd get that outside wall jacked up and some jack stands under the wall. I would span the length in question with another support (I'd use some sq stock steel I have around) and at least a couple jacks (I would use my 3 bottle jacks) once up support with the jack stands. I won't do much messing around till that is supported, never know what else can occur. 

A 2016 video shows a 2" sq stock aluminum floor frame. It will be interesting to learn if it's on yours and if it goes to the outside wall. My belief is it's a composite 'on' frame and explains the dropping away.


]]> Tue, 30 Jun 2020 07:25:03 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13692&PID=133115#133115 Floor Collapse -wet floor : The floor is a composite of... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13692&PID=133105#133105 Author: offgrid
Subject: 13692
Posted: 30 Jun 2020 at 4:45am

The floor is a composite of foam insulation with plywood on top, then the finish floor.  The whole trailer is built on top of that. The structural strength is in the plywood, so if that becomes saturated and delaminates then you have a problem. If its still intact then you can probably just dry things out and be fine. If its delaminated and soft in some areas but not sagging then you can probably repair it by adding another layer of plywood over top, cut out to fit around the walls and cabinets, and glue and screw it down. 

The first step either way is to find the leak, fix that, and get the trailer dried out. Open up the bottom so the moisture can get out of the foam, and remove the finish floor in any areas where the plywood is wet and get some warm dry air blowing on it.
]]> Tue, 30 Jun 2020 04:45:02 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13692&PID=133105#133105 Floor Collapse -wet floor : I removed all of the flooring... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13692&PID=133102#133102 Author: Junkinpod
Subject: 13692
Posted: 29 Jun 2020 at 10:06pm

I removed all of the flooring first.  I have not opened up the underbelly yet, but I assume that this is a step that I will have to do.  My floor was always soft in front of the sink/bathroom - but had no idea how bad the floor was until I saw that the wall and floor had dropped.  I believe the water came in around the slide on mine - but will post more as I start to work on it.  Sorry you have had this experience - how frustrating.  ]]> Mon, 29 Jun 2020 22:06:49 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13692&PID=133102#133102 Floor Collapse -wet floor : Hi, I was wondering if I could... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13692&PID=133082#133082 Author: Cocared
Subject: 13692
Posted: 29 Jun 2020 at 5:00pm

Hi, I was wondering if I could get your opinion? We just bought a 15 178 from a private owner and just discovered there must have been a leak. We can not locate the leak yet but we have found the whole underbelly wet, some areas super soft and wet. In your opinion, is this salvageable? Thank you in advance! We started removing the black cover to let the wood dry out. ]]> Mon, 29 Jun 2020 17:00:04 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13692&PID=133082#133082 Floor Collapse -wet floor : Now inspired by what I have seen... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13692&PID=132868#132868 Author: Junkinpod
Subject: 13692
Posted: 24 Jun 2020 at 9:12pm

Now inspired by what I have seen of your projects!  Thanks for sharing the link Olddawgsrule .  

]]> Wed, 24 Jun 2020 21:12:26 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13692&PID=132868#132868 Floor Collapse -wet floor : Thanks for the reply. I have 2... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13692&PID=132864#132864 Author: Junkinpod
Subject: 13692
Posted: 24 Jun 2020 at 8:42pm

Thanks for the reply.  I have 2 sons who are going to "help" mom get her Rpod back on the road.  One says ditch it - as is - and quick, the other is willing to assist with the repair.  Thankfully my youngest is a welder by trade and knows of a shop he says can help as I've shown him the extra supports added by others.  It's way beyond my skill or ability.  I've watched every video and picture of RPod construction... at this point I feel that I have no real choice but to dig and start breaking up the floor.  I will post an update as I go.  Thanks for your input.  ]]> Wed, 24 Jun 2020 20:42:44 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13692&PID=132864#132864 Floor Collapse -wet floor : Thank you for the insight. I have... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13692&PID=132863#132863 Author: Junkinpod
Subject: 13692
Posted: 24 Jun 2020 at 8:35pm

Thank you for the insight.  I have 2 sons - one wants to ditch it fast and the second is willing to help mom fix her trailer.  Thankfully the second one is a welder by trade and knows of a shop he believes can do the welding to add the supports.  Sounds like I need to make the dive and start removing flooring to see the amount of damage ....ouch... will keep you posted.  thanks for the reply.  Belinda]]> Wed, 24 Jun 2020 20:35:00 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13692&PID=132863#132863 Floor Collapse -wet floor : Originally posted by lostagainSadly,... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13692&PID=132848#132848 Author: Olddawgsrule
Subject: 13692
Posted: 24 Jun 2020 at 3:46pm

Originally posted by lostagain

Sadly, this looks more like a disposal problem than a repair problem.  You could easily sink twice the value of a comparable trailer into trying to fix it and may not end up with a satisfactory repair.  Effectively it would be a little like lifting a house to try and replace both the foundation and the floor.  It can be done, but at what cost?  

Best of luck in trying to resolve this awful problem.  

I belong to a Build Group and am on my second build (first real deal). This is far from a disposal, if you have the ability. I'd be happy to take it off their hands, but I'd feel like I did them a dis-service..  You wish to have a peek, follow the link in the signature.

To the folks that own the trailer, follow the link, join the group and learn how to do the deed. Some very good builders over there that are happy to share. 

Haven't heard from the OP in a bit.. How are you doing? 
]]> Wed, 24 Jun 2020 15:46:49 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13692&PID=132848#132848 Floor Collapse -wet floor : Looks like I copied the link wrong.... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13692&PID=132805#132805 Author: offgrid
Subject: 13692
Posted: 23 Jun 2020 at 9:58am

Looks like I copied the link wrong. Fixed now. ]]> Tue, 23 Jun 2020 09:58:26 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13692&PID=132805#132805 Floor Collapse -wet floor : For some reason that link isn't... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13692&PID=132801#132801 Author: Olddawgsrule
Subject: 13692
Posted: 23 Jun 2020 at 8:06am

For some reason that link isn't work for me.. This one did though..

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vMXneKc_fDo
]]> Tue, 23 Jun 2020 08:06:30 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13692&PID=132801#132801 Floor Collapse -wet floor : Sadly, this looks more like a... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13692&PID=132800#132800 Author: lostagain
Subject: 13692
Posted: 23 Jun 2020 at 8:05am

Sadly, this looks more like a disposal problem than a repair problem.  You could easily sink twice the value of a comparable trailer into trying to fix it and may not end up with a satisfactory repair.  Effectively it would be a little like lifting a house to try and replace both the foundation and the floor.  It can be done, but at what cost?  

Best of luck in trying to resolve this awful problem.  
]]> Tue, 23 Jun 2020 08:05:37 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13692&PID=132800#132800 Floor Collapse -wet floor : You can see the rpod construction... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13692&PID=132797#132797 Author: offgrid
Subject: 13692
Posted: 23 Jun 2020 at 7:30am

You can see the rpod construction here. might help you get oriented. Anything is possible but you'll need to decide if you feel that you want to put in the effort to save the trailer. 

Good luck! 

]]> Tue, 23 Jun 2020 07:30:32 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13692&PID=132797#132797 Floor Collapse -wet floor : Wow! That's a project and... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13692&PID=132795#132795 Author: Olddawgsrule
Subject: 13692
Posted: 23 Jun 2020 at 6:08am

Wow! That's a project and can see why they past on it.. The cost for them to do this is far beyond the value of the unit, labor wise. Now, you (or someone willing) it can be worth the effort.

Your going to need to lift the cabin just above normal height. The issue here is where the joists (crossbeams) actually are (someone here has a picture from the factory), I suspect at the corners of the slide-out. Then how much floor panel needs to be replaced to regain structural integrity. Best I could tell (drilling holes) the floor is a layup of plywood and foam (kinda S.I.P. panel). 

Shooting from the hip, I'd be thinking of raising the wall and welding outriggers off the frame to hold the wall in place. Frame is thin steel, so having a good welder do this is a must (and may require sistering a plate on first). Doing this you may then be able to replace the floor in the area.

All gets revealed as you open up and start removing damaged material. 

I do hope you have/know someone capable of assisting nearby. 
]]> Tue, 23 Jun 2020 06:08:15 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13692&PID=132795#132795 Floor Collapse -wet floor : 2014 182g with a floor that... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13692&PID=132792#132792 Author: Junkinpod
Subject: 13692
Posted: 22 Jun 2020 at 9:04pm


2014 182g with a floor that has collapsed on the slide side.  I’m hoping to learn how to repair this issue.  I've visited 2 local shops - one wants to put plywood on top and that all (doesn't address the structural issue) and the 2nd said its not repairable.  HELP!!!  

After noticing the wall was dropping, I removed the flooring and discovered that the entire floor was wet.  The floor on the slide-out side appears to be collapsing.  On the slide side (from slide to rear corner) the floor is collapsing 1-2" and it appears that the wall has shifted down with it. The floor starts slanting down along the lines of the steel frame under the floor.  Is there not a picture type aluminum frame in the floor??? Can the outer frame of the floor collapse?  I also noticed a small bulge in the outside wall between the pop-out and the back hatch.    I've had the axle checked and was assured that it was fine. 

I have no idea how the water has entered my trailer. I'm guessing that it came in around the slide. I see not signs of water on the walls.   I'm struggling to attached photos ... will keep trying. Any ideas how to fix this????  How do we lift the wall/floor and re-stabilize it?  

Love my RPod - but afraid its not going anywhere until this is repaired.  I contacted FR as they have repaired some floors under warranty (even on older units) - but was told the issue was due to water damage therefore no warranty coverage.  

Thanks!

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