R-pod Owners Forum : FLOORING https://www.rpod-owners.com/ This is an XML content feed of; R-pod Owners Forum : Podmods, Maintenance, Tips and Tricks : FLOORING Copyright (c) 2006-2009 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Sat, 30 May 2026 15:08:03 +0000 Wed, 05 Mar 2025 09:35:54 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 9.64 360 https://www.rpod-owners.com/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=16116 R-pod Owners Forum https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png https://www.rpod-owners.com/ FLOORING : gpokluda had a good thought... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=16116&PID=154337#154337 Author: jato
Subject: 16116
Posted: 05 Mar 2025 at 9:35am

gpokluda had a good thought and i believe he was steering you in a good direction as far as finding the culprit.  Once you unwinterize, fill up your lines, and run everything one at a time: cold and hot water outlets, both sinks, as well as your toilet and with your flashlight look for signs of leakage, whether at the lines or unions or at the traps.  Also, don't forget to look at your waterpump below the sink, quite a few connections even on and around the pump, maybe a hairline split in the screen/bowl upstream of your pump or in the pump itself.  When the pump is turned on for a long period of time, does it cycle at all, with nothing is turned on?

Edited by jato - 05 Mar 2025 at 9:37am]]> Wed, 05 Mar 2025 09:35:54 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=16116&PID=154337#154337 FLOORING : Jon,Make certain you pinpoint... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=16116&PID=154336#154336 Author: jato
Subject: 16116
Posted: 05 Mar 2025 at 9:29am

Jon,

Make certain you pinpoint with 100% accuracy where that leak or leaks originate from.  Much wisdom given from the above posters on this.  Do not put new floor down until the leak problem is addressed.
Once you dry out I would get someone with a water hose outside and start spraying the outside continuously until you can find the source of this leak issue.  If your pod is setting outside and a rainstorm barrels your way, get inside during the storm with your flashlight, maybe something will show up during that event as well.
]]> Wed, 05 Mar 2025 09:29:48 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=16116&PID=154336#154336 FLOORING : I guess what I am finding rather... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=16116&PID=154333#154333 Author: hogone
Subject: 16116
Posted: 05 Mar 2025 at 8:52am

I guess what I am finding rather strange to this point is where the damage (rot/softness is).  Its only in the main area(meaning not in the rear storage areas, under the bench seats, area where hot water heater is, etc).  It seems to be the main living area which would be the area where or was heated during cold and damp times.  My plan at this point is to see how much height I have to play with, replace with underlayment and the vinyl flooring.  Stay tuned.   ]]> Wed, 05 Mar 2025 08:52:54 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=16116&PID=154333#154333 FLOORING : Don’t you have to remove or... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=16116&PID=154322#154322 Author: gpokluda
Subject: 16116
Posted: 04 Mar 2025 at 1:10pm

Don’t you have to remove or lift the sides of the trailer to do that?]]> Tue, 04 Mar 2025 13:10:31 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=16116&PID=154322#154322 FLOORING : Replacing the floor on an Rpod... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=16116&PID=154321#154321 Author: GlueGuy
Subject: 16116
Posted: 04 Mar 2025 at 1:03pm

Replacing the floor on an Rpod scares the bejeebers out of me.]]> Tue, 04 Mar 2025 13:03:52 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=16116&PID=154321#154321 FLOORING : Update: GlueGuy:You never took... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=16116&PID=154320#154320 Author: hogone
Subject: 16116
Posted: 04 Mar 2025 at 11:05am

Update:  GlueGuy:You never took me up on my Packer Chili offer!.....So I have tore the floor out down to the base (can see styrofoam/aluminum beams/wood supports/etc).  This thing got very wet from something, still diagnosing.  Its dried out now, but need some good rain and power up the water system.  Lots of rot/softness.  I have  thoughts on repair, but as always open to positive ideas.  I did buy some good quality vinyl flooring, but obviosly need more than that.  All positive ideas, suggestions, thoughts, comments appreciated.  Jon]]> Tue, 04 Mar 2025 11:05:19 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=16116&PID=154320#154320 FLOORING : and i will offer my special packer... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=16116&PID=154178#154178 Author: hogone
Subject: 16116
Posted: 18 Jan 2025 at 11:55am

and i will offer my special packer chili]]> Sat, 18 Jan 2025 11:55:17 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=16116&PID=154178#154178 FLOORING : you helping......ill ship you... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=16116&PID=154177#154177 Author: hogone
Subject: 16116
Posted: 18 Jan 2025 at 11:54am

you helping......ill ship you in]]> Sat, 18 Jan 2025 11:54:25 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=16116&PID=154177#154177 FLOORING : Once that underfloor has been... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=16116&PID=154176#154176 Author: GlueGuy
Subject: 16116
Posted: 18 Jan 2025 at 10:22am

Once that underfloor has been compromised, I think you need to fix that before you put anything else on top of it.]]> Sat, 18 Jan 2025 10:22:42 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=16116&PID=154176#154176 FLOORING : Need to finish tearing up vinyl,,,,let... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=16116&PID=154175#154175 Author: hogone
Subject: 16116
Posted: 18 Jan 2025 at 10:13am

Need to finish tearing up vinyl,,,,let it dry......fire up water.......need t ot warm up (although I could just fire up the furnace........Ill keep yaall posted.  Gonna go buy vinyl flooring today.....MENARDS!!!!!  Jon]]> Sat, 18 Jan 2025 10:13:24 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=16116&PID=154175#154175 FLOORING : Can you determine the epicenter... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=16116&PID=154174#154174 Author: JR
Subject: 16116
Posted: 18 Jan 2025 at 9:01am

Can you determine the epicenter of the spongy flooring? Water is a funny thing and can travel a long way out of sight to puddle and cause damage. Maybe the water pump has a small leak and over time it is the cause. As G has pointed out the cause can be any water line connection in the trailer.  I have a 179 2019 and the water lines run under the vinyl and luan flooring in a cavity that was created by removing the styrofoam.  The water lines are running east and west in the trailer. Can you determine if the bottom side of the flooring has been compromised in the same area that you see the damage on the top side of the flooring? There are many spots where the water maybe coming from, good luck in finding it. ]]> Sat, 18 Jan 2025 09:01:54 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=16116&PID=154174#154174 FLOORING : Concur on further inspection.... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=16116&PID=154173#154173 Author: hogone
Subject: 16116
Posted: 18 Jan 2025 at 6:51am

Concur on further inspection.  Wouldnt one think if it was coming in from walls there would be some sign of that on the walls/ceiling?  Also its not just one or two spots, its the entire floor under the vinyl.  Will have to dig in once it warms up and drys out.  One other thing.  The camper is winterized so no water in system has been turned on for months.  All thoughts and comments highly apprecited.  Thanks,  Jon]]> Sat, 18 Jan 2025 06:51:30 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=16116&PID=154173#154173 FLOORING : I would suspect a leaking water... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=16116&PID=154172#154172 Author: gpokluda
Subject: 16116
Posted: 17 Jan 2025 at 3:44pm

I would suspect a leaking water connection, maybe a bad toilet valve? I just saw a video from a full time van lifer and they had a similar situation and discovered it was a very small leak in a water connection at the sink. If you have an outdoor shower, check it as well water will make it's way between layers in wall panels. Leave no stone left unturned when looking for a water leak. Good luck.]]> Fri, 17 Jan 2025 15:44:05 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=16116&PID=154172#154172 FLOORING : further inspection,,,,,,,zero... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=16116&PID=154171#154171 Author: hogone
Subject: 16116
Posted: 17 Jan 2025 at 12:02pm

further inspection,,,,,,,zero leaks in regards to windows, slide,,,anything,,,,,,its comoing fom underneathe,,,,its soaked,,,,,but the pod will travel... jon]]> Fri, 17 Jan 2025 12:02:22 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=16116&PID=154171#154171 FLOORING : Starting pulling up vinyl,,,,,,its... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=16116&PID=154170#154170 Author: hogone
Subject: 16116
Posted: 17 Jan 2025 at 10:26am

Starting pulling up vinyl,,,,,,its soaked ,,,,,,obviously from condensation,,,,,ya, laminate i think is best for stabiity,,,,,I have both in my house,,,,,needs to dry out before i can do a further eval,,,,,not sure how to addreess spongyness]]> Fri, 17 Jan 2025 10:26:46 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=16116&PID=154170#154170 FLOORING : Having flipped a few homes, I... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=16116&PID=154169#154169 Author: gpokluda
Subject: 16116
Posted: 17 Jan 2025 at 9:40am

Having flipped a few homes, I would strongly suggest you address the spongy floor, first before you invest in flooring. One issue is going to be the thickness of the floor you use. If you can accommodate something thicker than sheet vinyl, I would consider luxury vinyl plank flooring. It holds up really well to traffic, especially in camping situations where sand, dirt and other stuff are tracked in to the camper.]]> Fri, 17 Jan 2025 09:40:30 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=16116&PID=154169#154169 FLOORING : My only thought is that the laminate... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=16116&PID=154168#154168 Author: JR
Subject: 16116
Posted: 17 Jan 2025 at 8:52am

My only thought is that the laminate planking will offer you a little bit more structure for the spongy floor.  It may not be enough though to cure the problem. You may want to remove the current vinyl to get a look see at the condition of the underlayment. Just some thoughts.]]> Fri, 17 Jan 2025 08:52:11 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=16116&PID=154168#154168 FLOORING : Walked into the pod yesterday... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=16116&PID=154167#154167 Author: hogone
Subject: 16116
Posted: 17 Jan 2025 at 7:20am

Walked into the pod yesterday and noticed the vinyl flooring had split/cracked.  I had mentioned in the past it was getting spongy.  Obviosly need to replace.  Not sure whether to go with vinyl or laminate planking.  Either one will be a simple project, just thoughts on which material.  Jon]]> Fri, 17 Jan 2025 07:20:08 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=16116&PID=154167#154167