R-pod Owners Forum : Cracked fiberglass http://www.rpod-owners.com/ This is an XML content feed of; R-pod Owners Forum : Warranty, Service and Recall Bulletins : Cracked fiberglass Copyright (c) 2006-2009 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Fri, 01 May 2026 12:54:21 +0000 Wed, 05 Aug 2015 15:13:27 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 9.64 360 www.rpod-owners.com/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=6397 R-pod Owners Forum http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png http://www.rpod-owners.com/ Cracked fiberglass : Originally posted by MarkieUPDATE!We... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=6397&PID=64313#64313 Author: kymooses
Subject: 6397
Posted: 05 Aug 2015 at 3:13pm

Originally posted by Markie

UPDATE!
We just returned from the Forrest River plant in Goshen Indiana after having our 2013 R178 fiberglass roof replaced. What a great experience. As you know by reading previous posts the fiber glass roof cracked and we weren't sure if Forrest river would standby their product and repair the problem or not. Well let me tell you...  our experience dealing with them was outstanding.  Jessica Wiggin and the  entire warranty department was a pleasure to work with. We not only got the roof replaced they went over the rig and fixed other issues we were having. Some issues a little to embarrasing to discuss in detail like the dent  shaped very much like a small tree located in the rear of the camper. (I'm not sure how that happened). But they also went through and checked lighting, replaced a seven-way electrical plug, reinstalled the slideout seal and a few other items at no charge.  The Pod looked like new when we picked it up.  Now that's how to run a company for return business.
When we dropped it off two weeks ago we got a tour of the plant from beginning to end. It was very interesting to see how everything goes together. The plant runs like a well oiled machine. At first it looks like chaos with everyone running around (yes I said running) but each had a job and it was more like choreographed chaos. At the end of the day though,  out comes twenty plus campers.
We just about have everything back in the camper and ready for a trip. Maybe this weekend we'll be out in the woods. Happy camping and many thanks to Forest River.


Wonderful story!!
]]> Wed, 05 Aug 2015 15:13:27 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=6397&PID=64313#64313 Cracked fiberglass : Great! http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=6397&PID=64279#64279 Author: techntrek
Subject: 6397
Posted: 04 Aug 2015 at 8:38pm

Great!]]> Tue, 04 Aug 2015 20:38:34 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=6397&PID=64279#64279 Cracked fiberglass : UPDATE!We just returned from the... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=6397&PID=64275#64275 Author: Markie
Subject: 6397
Posted: 04 Aug 2015 at 6:36pm

UPDATE!
We just returned from the Forrest River plant in Goshen Indiana after having our 2013 R178 fiberglass roof replaced. What a great experience. As you know by reading previous posts the fiber glass roof cracked and we weren't sure if Forrest river would standby their product and repair the problem or not. Well let me tell you...  our experience dealing with them was outstanding.  Jessica Wiggin and the  entire warranty department was a pleasure to work with. We not only got the roof replaced they went over the rig and fixed other issues we were having. Some issues a little to embarrasing to discuss in detail like the dent  shaped very much like a small tree located in the rear of the camper. (I'm not sure how that happened). But they also went through and checked lighting, replaced a seven-way electrical plug, reinstalled the slideout seal and a few other items at no charge.  The Pod looked like new when we picked it up.  Now that's how to run a company for return business.
When we dropped it off two weeks ago we got a tour of the plant from beginning to end. It was very interesting to see how everything goes together. The plant runs like a well oiled machine. At first it looks like chaos with everyone running around (yes I said running) but each had a job and it was more like choreographed chaos. At the end of the day though,  out comes twenty plus campers.
We just about have everything back in the camper and ready for a trip. Maybe this weekend we'll be out in the woods. Happy camping and many thanks to Forest River.
]]> Tue, 04 Aug 2015 18:36:45 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=6397&PID=64275#64275 Cracked fiberglass : That's awesome, we live near... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=6397&PID=62345#62345 Author: 2McPods
Subject: 6397
Posted: 25 Jun 2015 at 7:06pm

That's awesome, we live near Pittsburgh Pa and we can get some terrible cold weather !! After reading this I checked my 171 and all is good, thank goodness.

Good Luck
]]> Thu, 25 Jun 2015 19:06:46 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=6397&PID=62345#62345 Cracked fiberglass : Glad to hear they are standing... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=6397&PID=62344#62344 Author: Leo B
Subject: 6397
Posted: 25 Jun 2015 at 6:55pm

Glad to hear they are standing by their product and fixing it.]]> Thu, 25 Jun 2015 18:55:14 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=6397&PID=62344#62344 Cracked fiberglass : yay! http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=6397&PID=62339#62339 Author: techntrek
Subject: 6397
Posted: 25 Jun 2015 at 6:01pm

yay!]]> Thu, 25 Jun 2015 18:01:52 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=6397&PID=62339#62339 Cracked fiberglass : Good news! http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=6397&PID=62335#62335 Author: David and Danette
Subject: 6397
Posted: 25 Jun 2015 at 5:25pm

  Good news! ]]> Thu, 25 Jun 2015 17:25:57 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=6397&PID=62335#62335 Cracked fiberglass : UPDATE!I have an update for everyone... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=6397&PID=62334#62334 Author: Markie
Subject: 6397
Posted: 25 Jun 2015 at 4:07pm

UPDATE!
I have an update for everyone on the issue of cracked fiberglass on our R-pod. I talked with Jessica Wiggin who is the warranty claim contact at Forest River. I sent her my pictures and she forwarded them to the engineering department to discuss and determine if they would make the repair. GOOD NEWS! I have an appointment at the Indiana plant to have the skin replaced at no charge. I will be taking "Our Pod" to the "R-pod" plant after the 4th of July weekend. It's a 500 mile trek but I'm elated they are going to take care of it. They couldn't tell me how long it would take but would likely be no more than 30 days.  When asked what would cause the crack I was told it may be a seam in the fiberglass although I thought the roof was  seamless.  It doesn't matter if they're going to take care of it for me. I also mentioned the ridge on the rear of the camper and they will address that as well while the skin is removed.  I will still be holding my breath until the unit is repaired and returned home to Pennsylvania. We have allot of camping to do yet this year. Standbye...more updates to come as we go though the process.
]]> Thu, 25 Jun 2015 16:07:00 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=6397&PID=62334#62334 Cracked fiberglass : Prayer sent your way. http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=6397&PID=61606#61606 Author: techntrek
Subject: 6397
Posted: 11 Jun 2015 at 10:03pm

Prayer sent your way.]]> Thu, 11 Jun 2015 22:03:47 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=6397&PID=61606#61606 Cracked fiberglass : I sent pictures to the local dealer... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=6397&PID=61605#61605 Author: Markie
Subject: 6397
Posted: 11 Jun 2015 at 9:51pm

I sent pictures to the local dealer service adviser for his opinion of the defect and to submit a request to FR for assistance.  Now I wait to hear from them.  My fingers are crossed and I'm working on my prayer for tonight.  'll try to update this thread as I find out things along the way. Wish me luck .

Markie
]]> Thu, 11 Jun 2015 21:51:07 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=6397&PID=61605#61605 Cracked fiberglass : Ditto, they may have dealt with... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=6397&PID=61589#61589 Author: Leo B
Subject: 6397
Posted: 11 Jun 2015 at 6:25pm

Ditto, they may have dealt with this issue and know exactly what to do.]]> Thu, 11 Jun 2015 18:25:27 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=6397&PID=61589#61589 Cracked fiberglass : Originally posted by MarkieI,m... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=6397&PID=61584#61584 Author: techntrek
Subject: 6397
Posted: 11 Jun 2015 at 2:45pm

Originally posted by Markie

I,m not sure what the process is to repair the fiberglass so even if the shell is repaired rather simply I'm concerned that if the cross member is not moved to the proper position the shell will crack again.

Markie
  
 
Which is why you should get FR involved to see if they will fix it properly.
]]> Thu, 11 Jun 2015 14:45:53 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=6397&PID=61584#61584 Cracked fiberglass : I agree with MarkieI wish you... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=6397&PID=61583#61583 Author: funks
Subject: 6397
Posted: 11 Jun 2015 at 1:45pm

I agree with Markie

I wish you luck with FR. THANKS FOR THE PHOTO'S 
]]> Thu, 11 Jun 2015 13:45:57 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=6397&PID=61583#61583 Cracked fiberglass : I,m not sure what the process... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=6397&PID=61577#61577 Author: Markie
Subject: 6397
Posted: 11 Jun 2015 at 12:56pm

I,m not sure what the process is to repair the fiberglass so even if the shell is repaired rather simply I'm concerned that if the cross member is not moved to the proper position the shell will crack again.

Markie
  ]]> Thu, 11 Jun 2015 12:56:00 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=6397&PID=61577#61577 Cracked fiberglass : We live in some pretty cold weather,... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=6397&PID=61574#61574 Author: Leo B
Subject: 6397
Posted: 11 Jun 2015 at 9:39am

We live in some pretty cold weather, we had our 2010 171 and never had any cracks in that one.]]> Thu, 11 Jun 2015 09:39:46 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=6397&PID=61574#61574 Cracked fiberglass : We had some cracks repaired by/at... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=6397&PID=61573#61573 Author: furpod
Subject: 6397
Posted: 11 Jun 2015 at 9:15am

We had some cracks repaired by/at FR a couple years ago. It's a pretty easy process, took about 4 hours. I would think any RV dealership with a repair shop could do it.
]]> Thu, 11 Jun 2015 09:15:40 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=6397&PID=61573#61573 Cracked fiberglass : That is terrible. FR should do... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=6397&PID=61572#61572 Author: Leo B
Subject: 6397
Posted: 11 Jun 2015 at 8:11am

That is terrible. FR should do something.]]> Thu, 11 Jun 2015 08:11:16 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=6397&PID=61572#61572 Cracked fiberglass : I would agree with Doug in that... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=6397&PID=61568#61568 Author: David and Danette
Subject: 6397
Posted: 11 Jun 2015 at 2:54am

   I would agree with Doug in that Rorest River may fix it. We live in a warm climate I wonder if we had lived in a colder climate when we owned our 171 the cold weather would have cracked ours. The picture of the back of your r-pod looks like the crease we had on ours.]]> Thu, 11 Jun 2015 02:54:37 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=6397&PID=61568#61568 Cracked fiberglass : I took some pictures of the crack... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=6397&PID=61564#61564 Author: Markie
Subject: 6397
Posted: 10 Jun 2015 at 9:42pm

I took some pictures of the crack and the ridge. I thought I would post them to give other members an idea of what to look for.  Picture one is of the ridge located just under the R-pod sticker. you can see it runs almost the full width of the camper. picture two is a closeup of the same ridge showing the hairline crack. Picture three is of the back of the R-pod showing the other ridge. It's a little harder to make out.  Markie  ]]> Wed, 10 Jun 2015 21:42:43 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=6397&PID=61564#61564 Cracked fiberglass : I would contact your dealer... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=6397&PID=61554#61554 Author: techntrek
Subject: 6397
Posted: 10 Jun 2015 at 3:03pm

I would contact your dealer and have them submit a claim to FR, even though you are out of warranty.  It sounds like a basic construction defect that FR would take care of.]]> Wed, 10 Jun 2015 15:03:21 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=6397&PID=61554#61554 Cracked fiberglass : We owned a 2009 171 it had the... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=6397&PID=61553#61553 Author: David and Danette
Subject: 6397
Posted: 10 Jun 2015 at 1:51pm

  We owned a 2009 171 it had the crease along the back similar to what you are describing with your camper but it never did crack in the 5 years we owned it. I thought that it might if placed under a lot of stress. They use I believe wood framing for the front and back and like you said if the the framing was turned to match the flat surface with the fiberglass their would not be a crease. Sorry that your crease resulted in cracking and I am not sure about how to repair it. I think the best thing to do would be if possible to turn the framing so that it would match up with the surface of the fiberglass before repairing the crack. Perhaps someone on this forum will be able to answer your question on how to repair it.]]> Wed, 10 Jun 2015 13:51:03 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=6397&PID=61553#61553 Cracked fiberglass : Hello to all, My wife and I purchased... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=6397&PID=61552#61552 Author: Markie
Subject: 6397
Posted: 10 Jun 2015 at 12:58pm

Hello to all,
My wife and I purchased a used 2013 178 at the end of the 2013 camping season. A hairline crack has developed in the fiberglass since our purchase. It runs horizontally from the left side across the front at approximately chest height of the camper.  It is approximately three feet in length. It appears to be caused by a stuctural cross member that created a slight bulge in the curvature of the fiberglass. It's as though the fiber glass is supported by the corner if the cross member rather than the wider flat surface.  This appears to have applied undue stress at that point causing the crack. I noticed there is a similar bulge on the rear of the camper and probably is only a matter of time before a crack develops there as well.
 I'm wondering what the factory warranty is on the skin and what are my options for repair short of replacing the entire shell? Also I'm curious if anyone else notices the outline of these cross members or has experienced any other cracks? Any information would be appreciated.

Markie

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