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   <title>Outer side Seams : Onesojourner, very nice repair...</title>
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    <![CDATA[<strong>Author:</strong> <a href="http://www.rpod-owners.com/member_profile.asp?PF=7014" rel="nofollow">GlueGuy</a><br /><strong>Subject:</strong> 7904<br /><strong>Posted:</strong> 12 Dec 2018 at 4:03pm<br /><br /><div><br></div><div>Onesojourner, very nice repair job. You could hire out to your local R-pod owners.<br></div>]]>
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   <title>Outer side Seams : Can you show us how you are preventing...</title>
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    <![CDATA[<strong>Author:</strong> <a href="http://www.rpod-owners.com/member_profile.asp?PF=8986" rel="nofollow">onesojourner</a><br /><strong>Subject:</strong> 7904<br /><strong>Posted:</strong> 12 Dec 2018 at 10:02am<br /><br /><div>Can you show us how you are preventing water from reentering in the future? I have the same problem on my 2017. <br></div><div><br></div><div><table width="99%"><tr><td class="BBquote"><strong><em>Originally posted by fwunder</strong></em><br /><br /></div><div>Just to followup on repair...</div><div><br></div><div><img src="http://grafiks101.com/pod/blisters.jpg" height="320" width="240" border="0" />&nbsp;<img src="http://grafiks101.com/pod/hole.jpg" height="333" width="250" border="0" /><br></div><div><br></div><div>After removing several track screws along lower front curbside it was apparent that my leak came from the lower corner seam separation and insufficient sealing along bottom front edge (underneath).</div><div><br></div><div>I removed a portion or the dinette frame, carefully removed the trim and cut out a portion of the forward ceiling panel. The insulation was damp, as was the framing along bottom and wall edge. I had to dig out the panel edge between outer front and sidewall - that was a lengthy and delicate process, but I got it cleaned up nicely. I then placed a small space heater to dry everything out real well for a few days. Then I bleached the entire front corner with a mild solution of bleach just to prevent any mold growth. When it was good and dried again, I brushed on a fair amount or wood hardener over the framing and along the wall edge followed by a liberal coating of <a href="http://www.westsystem.com/ss/g-flex-epoxy/" target="_blank">Epoxy</a>&nbsp; - I wanted a good base to screw outside track into.</div><div><br></div><div><img src="http://grafiks101.com/pod/wall-repair-hole.jpg" height="500" width="375" border="0" /><br></div><div><br></div><div>I glued some tabs on the existing panel to support panel patch, packed the opening with new insulation and attached the panel patch with glue and staples (narrow gauge crown). I taped the seam with 6" matching seam tape and replace the corner "gimp" trim with new. Used a couple of pocket screws to reassemble the dinette frame, used more seam tape to cover and create new trim and put everything back together. I know that it is put back together better than it was built and is a virtually invisible repair.</div><div><br></div><div><img src="http://grafiks101.com/pod/wall-repair-d&#111;ne.jpg" height="375" width="500" border="0" /><br></div><div><br></div><div>The next step was prevention. I replaced the keder track screws with longer stainless and epoxy coated equivalents. Did same along bottom, adding a couple the weren't there in bottom corner.</div><div><br></div><div><img src="http://grafiks101.com/pod/stainless-screws.jpg" height="321" width="250" border="0" /><br></div><div><br></div><div>&nbsp;I also "painted" quite a bit of <a href="http://www.westsystem.com/ss/g-flex-epoxy/" target="_blank">epoxy</a>&nbsp;under both front corners. Along the entire front edge (under) where there is a seam, I liberally spread <a href="http://www.amaz&#111;n.com/gp/product/B00NW5LWHA/" target="_blank">Sikaflex</a>.</div><div><br></div><div>As soon as the monsoons stop here, I'll be re-caulking the entire Pod with <a href="http://www.amaz&#111;n.com/gp/product/B004RCP49O/" target="_blank">Geocel ProFlex RV</a>.</div><div><br></div><div>I'll also be much, much, more aware of any potential leaking issues!!</div><div><br></div><div>I hope that might help anyone with a similar issue and encourage you to keep up with required maintenance!!</div><div><br></div><div>fred</div><div><br></div><div><br></div></td></tr></table>]]>
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   <title>Outer side Seams : Fred,Thank you for the detailed...</title>
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    <![CDATA[<strong>Author:</strong> <a href="http://www.rpod-owners.com/member_profile.asp?PF=7929" rel="nofollow">DenisP</a><br /><strong>Subject:</strong> 7904<br /><strong>Posted:</strong> 09 Jan 2018 at 10:30am<br /><br />Fred,<div>Thank you for the detailed description of your repair.&nbsp; I just purchased a 2010 171 with the same issue.&nbsp; I will begin the repair soon and your pictures and step by step details will be invaluable.&nbsp; How did you obtain the matching luan, seam tape and gimp?&nbsp; I am a newbie as far as TT camping but as a long time boat owner I am familiar with using epoxy and sealants.</div>]]>
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   <title>Outer side Seams : I have a screw missing from manufacture...</title>
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    <![CDATA[<strong>Author:</strong> <a href="http://www.rpod-owners.com/member_profile.asp?PF=3700" rel="nofollow">Belin</a><br /><strong>Subject:</strong> 7904<br /><strong>Posted:</strong> 02 Jun 2017 at 7:22pm<br /><br />I have a screw missing from manufacture which caused delamination.<div><br></div>]]>
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   <pubDate>Fri, 02 Jun 2017 19:22:29 +0000</pubDate>
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   <title>Outer side Seams : I don&amp;#039;t know how the dealer...</title>
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    <![CDATA[<strong>Author:</strong> <a href="http://www.rpod-owners.com/member_profile.asp?PF=4269" rel="nofollow">podenvy</a><br /><strong>Subject:</strong> 7904<br /><strong>Posted:</strong> 15 May 2017 at 10:53pm<br /><br />I don't know how the dealer fixed it, but the huge gap is gone. It looks like they reinforced the "sagging" area with something solid yet flexible in between the cap and the frame because I can faintly see a rectangle outline of some sort. There is still a small gap there that they filled in with sealant, plus redid the caulking/sealant around the frame.<div><br></div><div>There were several significant rainstorms I worried about regarding the pod sitting at the dealer service lot, but I felt around the interior walls of the under bed storage and exterior storage, and didn't see/feel/smell any dampness. Ran the air conditioner, fan, etc. and everything is working.<br><div><br></div><div>I'll post some more pics so an adequate before/after comparison can be made.</div></div>]]>
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   <pubDate>Mon, 15 May 2017 22:53:22 +0000</pubDate>
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   <title>Outer side Seams : If a warranty issue is noted by...</title>
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    <![CDATA[<strong>Author:</strong> <a href="http://www.rpod-owners.com/member_profile.asp?PF=4814" rel="nofollow">StephenH</a><br /><strong>Subject:</strong> 7904<br /><strong>Posted:</strong> 15 May 2017 at 8:45pm<br /><br />If a warranty issue is noted by the dealer and Forest River prior to the expiration of the warranty, then the work should still be done, even if the warranty has expired when the scheduling of the repair is delayed.]]>
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   <pubDate>Mon, 15 May 2017 20:45:18 +0000</pubDate>
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    <![CDATA[<strong>Author:</strong> <a href="http://www.rpod-owners.com/member_profile.asp?PF=5666" rel="nofollow">Funky</a><br /><strong>Subject:</strong> 7904<br /><strong>Posted:</strong> 15 May 2017 at 5:52pm<br /><br />Update on my 2017 rpod / r pod 180 side seam separation:<br /><br />I ended up doing the repair myself. Fortunately, as I mentioned previously, I noticed the problem and was able to glob on some temporary sealant prior to any water damage occurring.  This meant the fix was not rocket science nor did it require a major disassembly of the camper (at least not in my opinion it didn't). Initially, I tried to go to the Forrest River dealer to get it repaired. But, I was only 6 weeks from the end of my warranty and the dealer had at least a three month backlog due to being " short handed". Because this warranty problem and because the other warranty problems on my list of needed repairs were not rocket science, I just went ahead and did all of the work myself.  My work (none of it, including the work on the side seam), I'm sure, doesn't look as professional as what the dealership would have done. But, it is adequate. <br /><br />On a side note, I didn't find the twelve month warranty to be very useful. It's really, due to the logistics of returning to a dealer as well as fitting into a dealer's busy busy schedule, more like a six month warranty. If one waits beyond the first six months to get the warranty work performed, one runs the risk of bumping into personal logistical and dealer scheduling issues which might result in one's warranty expiring before the work can be performed. In my specific case (and this is something I don't believe I've before mentioned on this forum), I've got the time, tools, and ability to perform many types of repairs. Although I would not attempt to remove and rebuild the entire side wall of a RV.  Many of the other types of typical repairs (mine, for example, included leaky plumbing, unattached wood trim pieces, a broken power converter, building a proper support for beneath the shower, gooping sealant next to the refrigerator in a spot missed during manufacture, resealing the roof with dicor, resealing the "seams", and let's not forget repair of the side seam separation) are done easily by me.  And, because I view this as a hobby, I can appreciate the joy of getting into the details of the ongoing repairs (for me, it's more enjoyable than and preferable to spending time without my camper while it's in for repairs).  Perhaps someday RV ownership will be more like car ownership (i.e. easy access to a dealer network for warranty service, short turn-around repair times, longer warranties, longer intervals between required ongoing inspections and service). But, in the meantime, we hobbyists have something to keep ourselves busy. So, maybe, for now, it's better just the way it is. ]]>
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   <title>Outer side Seams : Update: the dealer fixed the issue...</title>
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    <![CDATA[<strong>Author:</strong> <a href="http://www.rpod-owners.com/member_profile.asp?PF=4269" rel="nofollow">podenvy</a><br /><strong>Subject:</strong> 7904<br /><strong>Posted:</strong> 15 May 2017 at 1:39pm<br /><br />Update: the dealer fixed the issue locally versus sending it back to FR for a second time. I don't know how you're supposed to take a piece of material and make it 1/2" wider so it's flush, but I'm curious to find out!]]>
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   <pubDate>Mon, 15 May 2017 13:39:21 +0000</pubDate>
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   <title>Outer side Seams : Not only FR, but where has quality...</title>
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    <![CDATA[<strong>Author:</strong> <a href="http://www.rpod-owners.com/member_profile.asp?PF=5352" rel="nofollow">birderdiane526</a><br /><strong>Subject:</strong> 7904<br /><strong>Posted:</strong> 21 Apr 2017 at 8:50am<br /><br />Not only FR, but where has quality control & pride in your product gone?  We are fortunate to have had only minor issues with our 179. We hope everything gets resolved to your satisfaction. Oh, I am a strong proponent of letting FR know about your issues.  Even though the pod had been at the factory, the higher-ups need to know what you are going through.]]>
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   <pubDate>Fri, 21 Apr 2017 08:50:36 +0000</pubDate>
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   <title>Outer side Seams : Wow that&amp;#039;s unbelievable then...</title>
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    <![CDATA[<strong>Author:</strong> <a href="http://www.rpod-owners.com/member_profile.asp?PF=3542" rel="nofollow">Jpntime</a><br /><strong>Subject:</strong> 7904<br /><strong>Posted:</strong> 20 Apr 2017 at 10:16pm<br /><br />&nbsp;Wow that's unbelievable then the dealer will fix it and it'll probably hold for a few months and then after that it'll probably come apart again after warranty &nbsp;expires of course&nbsp;]]>
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   <pubDate>Thu, 20 Apr 2017 22:16:51 +0000</pubDate>
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   <title>Outer side Seams :   We had a different issue on...</title>
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    <![CDATA[<strong>Author:</strong> <a href="http://www.rpod-owners.com/member_profile.asp?PF=4269" rel="nofollow">podenvy</a><br /><strong>Subject:</strong> 7904<br /><strong>Posted:</strong> 20 Apr 2017 at 5:18pm<br /><br />We had a different issue on our 2015 179: the front outer shell started buckling in the middle. Our dealer said this was a manufacturing defect and arranged for the trailer to be brought to the FR factory in Oregon last October 2016.<div><br></div><div>When the trailer returned a few weeks ago (March 2017), we had the same exact issue as the OP: the shell pulled away from the left side resulting in a huge gap that's letting in water. We refused to take possession of it in this condition. Dealer said they put the shell on too tight. Now the dealer is going to try to fix it with permission from Forest River instead of at the factory. I'm absolutely petrified about what this "fix" will entail.</div><div><br></div><div>Not only that, but the cable/sat exterior outlets were ripped off the exterior either in return transit or at the factory, and the dealer said we'd have to pay to replace it! If your RPOD is going to the factory for warranty work, take pictures of everything including items not going for repair.</div><div><br></div><div>I'm so upset about this shoddy warranty work done at the Oregon factory. How can anyone say FR will fix it when something comes back in worse condition?!</div><div><br></div><div>EDIT: here's a picture - <a href="http://imgur.com/wUVfny6" target="_blank">http://imgur.com/wUVfny6</a></div><div><br></div>]]>
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   <pubDate>Thu, 20 Apr 2017 17:18:22 +0000</pubDate>
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   <title>Outer side Seams : Great workmanship Fred. FR will...</title>
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    <![CDATA[<strong>Author:</strong> <a href="http://www.rpod-owners.com/member_profile.asp?PF=1146" rel="nofollow">jato</a><br /><strong>Subject:</strong> 7904<br /><strong>Posted:</strong> 02 Apr 2017 at 7:51pm<br /><br />Great workmanship Fred.&nbsp; FR will probably be calling you and seeing if you will go to work for them.&nbsp; So far our 177, built in January 2011 still looks great and am in probable agreement with you that it may very well be a year/assembly line issue.<br>]]>
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   <pubDate>Sun, 02 Apr 2017 19:51:09 +0000</pubDate>
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    <![CDATA[<strong>Author:</strong> <a href="http://www.rpod-owners.com/member_profile.asp?PF=217" rel="nofollow">techntrek</a><br /><strong>Subject:</strong> 7904<br /><strong>Posted:</strong> 02 Apr 2017 at 6:47pm<br /><br />Great job.]]>
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   <title>Outer side Seams : Just to followup on repair...After...</title>
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    <![CDATA[<strong>Author:</strong> <a href="http://www.rpod-owners.com/member_profile.asp?PF=2297" rel="nofollow">fwunder</a><br /><strong>Subject:</strong> 7904<br /><strong>Posted:</strong> 31 Mar 2017 at 4:54pm<br /><br /><div>Just to followup on repair...</div><div><br></div><div><img src="http://grafiks101.com/pod/blisters.jpg" height="320" width="240" border="0" />&nbsp;<img src="http://grafiks101.com/pod/hole.jpg" height="333" width="250" border="0" /><br></div><div><br></div><div>After removing several track screws along lower front curbside it was apparent that my leak came from the lower corner seam separation and insufficient sealing along bottom front edge (underneath).</div><div><br></div><div>I removed a portion or the dinette frame, carefully removed the trim and cut out a portion of the forward ceiling panel. The insulation was damp, as was the framing along bottom and wall edge. I had to dig out the panel edge between outer front and sidewall - that was a lengthy and delicate process, but I got it cleaned up nicely. I then placed a small space heater to dry everything out real well for a few days. Then I bleached the entire front corner with a mild solution of bleach just to prevent any mold growth. When it was good and dried again, I brushed on a fair amount or wood hardener over the framing and along the wall edge followed by a liberal coating of <a href="http://www.westsystem.com/ss/g-flex-epoxy/" target="_blank">Epoxy</a>&nbsp; - I wanted a good base to screw outside track into.</div><div><br></div><div><img src="http://grafiks101.com/pod/wall-repair-hole.jpg" height="500" width="375" border="0" /><br></div><div><br></div><div>I glued some tabs on the existing panel to support panel patch, packed the opening with new insulation and attached the panel patch with glue and staples (narrow gauge crown). I taped the seam with 6" matching seam tape and replace the corner "gimp" trim with new. Used a couple of pocket screws to reassemble the dinette frame, used more seam tape to cover and create new trim and put everything back together. I know that it is put back together better than it was built and is a virtually invisible repair.</div><div><br></div><div><img src="http://grafiks101.com/pod/wall-repair-d&#111;ne.jpg" height="375" width="500" border="0" /><br></div><div><br></div><div>The next step was prevention. I replaced the keder track screws with longer stainless and epoxy coated equivalents. Did same along bottom, adding a couple the weren't there in bottom corner.</div><div><br></div><div><img src="http://grafiks101.com/pod/stainless-screws.jpg" height="321" width="250" border="0" /><br></div><div><br></div><div>&nbsp;I also "painted" quite a bit of <a href="http://www.westsystem.com/ss/g-flex-epoxy/" target="_blank">epoxy</a>&nbsp;under both front corners. Along the entire front edge (under) where there is a seam, I liberally spread <a href="http://www.amaz&#111;n.com/gp/product/B00NW5LWHA/" target="_blank">Sikaflex</a>.</div><div><br></div><div>As soon as the monsoons stop here, I'll be re-caulking the entire Pod with <a href="http://www.amaz&#111;n.com/gp/product/B004RCP49O/" target="_blank">Geocel ProFlex RV</a>.</div><div><br></div><div>I'll also be much, much, more aware of any potential leaking issues!!</div><div><br></div><div>I hope that might help anyone with a similar issue and encourage you to keep up with required maintenance!!</div><div><br></div><div>fred</div><div><br></div><div><br></div>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<strong>Author:</strong> <a href="http://www.rpod-owners.com/member_profile.asp?PF=2297" rel="nofollow">fwunder</a><br /><strong>Subject:</strong> 7904<br /><strong>Posted:</strong> 21 Mar 2017 at 5:39pm<br /><br /><table width="99%"><tr><td class="BBquote"><strong><em>Originally posted by ToolmanJohn</strong></em><br /><br />&nbsp;Throw a small blob of Gorilla glue onto the screw. It won't come back out. The downside is you can't get them out if you really need to either.&nbsp;</td></tr></table><div><br></div><div>That's definitely one way to "fix" it!</div><div><br></div><div>My plan is to first bleach any signs of dark or moldy wood. Dry thoroughly. Then, I will paint lot's of wood hardener and top off exposed framing with West System G/flex epoxy. That's all before I replace ceiling (wall) panel patch and then screw track back in place with longer stainless screws.</div><div><br></div><div>Got enough material from Forest River that I can do it four or five times! Had to order a 4x8 sheet of vinyl covers luan wall material. Oh well, time to remover bathroom sink!</div><div><br></div><div>fred</div><div><br></div>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<strong>Author:</strong> <a href="http://www.rpod-owners.com/member_profile.asp?PF=2715" rel="nofollow">ToolmanJohn</a><br /><strong>Subject:</strong> 7904<br /><strong>Posted:</strong> 21 Mar 2017 at 5:29pm<br /><br />&nbsp;Throw a small blob of Gorilla glue onto the screw. It won't come back out. The downside is you can't get them out if you really need to either.&nbsp;]]>
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    <![CDATA[<strong>Author:</strong> <a href="http://www.rpod-owners.com/member_profile.asp?PF=2297" rel="nofollow">fwunder</a><br /><strong>Subject:</strong> 7904<br /><strong>Posted:</strong> 21 Mar 2017 at 4:54pm<br /><br /><table width="99%"><tr><td class="BBquote"><strong><em>Originally posted by venture230</strong></em><br /><br />RV repair said they missed studs and used undersized screws. &nbsp;Worth inspecting and fixing as needed too avoid water damage. &nbsp;Also, storing covered would be beneficial<img src="http://www.rpod-owners.com/smileys/smiley30.gif" border="0" alt="Pig" title="Pig" /></td></tr></table><div><br></div><div>I would be curious what they mean by "studs". There really isn't any "studs". I agree with the undersized screws. Before I started taking things apart I studied these as best I could.</div><div><br></div><div><a href="http://grafiks101.com/pod/walls/pod-a1.jpg" target="_blank">http://grafiks101.com/pod/walls/pod-a1.jpg</a><br></div><div><br></div><div><a href="http://grafiks101.com/pod/walls/pod-b1.jpg" target="_blank">http://grafiks101.com/pod/walls/pod-b1.jpg</a></div><div><br></div><div><a href="http://grafiks101.com/pod/walls/pod-b2.jpg" target="_blank">http://grafiks101.com/pod/walls/pod-b2.jpg</a></div><div><br></div><div><a href="http://grafiks101.com/pod/walls/pod-c1.jpg" target="_blank">http://grafiks101.com/pod/walls/pod-c1.jpg</a></div><div><br></div><div>I see a couple of potential construction issues that lead to the problem I have. The exterior black trim along the top is screwed into end-grain plywood all the way around and under a bit of tension due to curve. Doesn't take much moisture or movement for screws to loosen in end-grain ply. The trim along the bottom seems to be simply screwed into the sandwiched foam floor - at least as far as I could tell. Screws are too short to reach aluminum frame. I removed screws along track until I reached screws with no signs of rust.</div><div><br></div><div>The interior wall (ceiling) repair is a pain because the luan is stapled to plywood frame before the assembly is attached to side walls. I used a variety of dremel tools dig out soft or rotten material being careful not to penetrate exterior wall.</div><div><br></div><div>It's all fixable and made better than before, but avoidable with closer and frequent inspection.</div><div><br></div><div>Not sure where I found the images above. Thanks to whoever took them!!</div><div><br></div><div>fred</div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div><br></div>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<strong>Author:</strong> <a href="http://www.rpod-owners.com/member_profile.asp?PF=2609" rel="nofollow">venture230</a><br /><strong>Subject:</strong> 7904<br /><strong>Posted:</strong> 21 Mar 2017 at 1:42pm<br /><br />RV repair said they missed studs and used undersized screws. &nbsp;Worth inspecting and fixing as needed too avoid water damage. &nbsp;Also, storing covered would be beneficial<img src="http://www.rpod-owners.com/smileys/smiley30.gif" border="0" alt="Pig" title="Pig" />]]>
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    <![CDATA[<strong>Author:</strong> <a href="http://www.rpod-owners.com/member_profile.asp?PF=2297" rel="nofollow">fwunder</a><br /><strong>Subject:</strong> 7904<br /><strong>Posted:</strong> 19 Mar 2017 at 7:45pm<br /><br />Hmmm. Now I an starting to wonder if this isn't a year/assembly line issue?&nbsp;<div><br></div><div>I first noticed the problem by seeing some blistering of the vinyl wall covering in the forward curbside locker. Just lucky I noticed. At first, I thought water had gotten into the locker from the outside locker door and had wicked from the floor. I then noticed a small separation in the seam on the bottom corner outside. I caulked it up good until I could start a proper repair.</div><div><br></div><div><img src="http://grafiks101.com/pod/blisters.jpg" height="320" width="240" border="0" /><br></div><div><br></div><div>Recently, after ordering wall panel material, seam tape and corner gimp I started digging. I first found that water had, indeed, wicked up quite a distance. The insulation was damp and there was quite a bit of evidence of long term moisture (rusty brads and staples and a fair amount of soft wood). Fortunately, it seems confined to a small area.</div><div><br></div><div><img src="http://grafiks101.com/pod/hole.jpg" height="333" width="250" border="0" /><br></div><div><br></div><div><div>I am in the middle of removing all damaged material. Snowstorm slowed me down a bit.</div><div><br></div><div><img src="http://grafiks101.com/pod/clean-up.jpg" height="333" width="250" border="0" /><br></div><div><br></div><div>I have cut out a section of the wall (ceiling) panel approximately 24" from the side wall well beyond any signs of water intrusion. Also had to remove portion of dinette frame. After it is all cleaned and dry, I will use some wood hardener and epoxy and then replace the section of panel and insulation. I will also be replacing a number of the screws holding the trim on both front corners with longer stainless equivalents, adding a few more along the bottom and some additional sealant.</div></div><div><br></div><div>I am confident the repair will be better than original, but gotta admit I'm disappointed I'm needing to do it at all and soooo glad I happened to notice the blistering before it spread any further.</div><div><br></div><div>Be very aware that the entire interior front edge (and back edge) is very exposed to potential water damage. I would suggest close and frequent inspection. If the insulation behind the ceiling panel does get wet, it will cause problems. It also seems there is very little tolerance in outside trim overlap with an insufficient number and size of anchors holding the trim.</div><div><br></div><div>I do kinda wonder if this is happening to more pods?</div><div><br></div><div>fred</div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div>&nbsp;</div>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<strong>Author:</strong> <a href="http://www.rpod-owners.com/member_profile.asp?PF=3542" rel="nofollow">Jpntime</a><br /><strong>Subject:</strong> 7904<br /><strong>Posted:</strong> 17 Mar 2017 at 10:12pm<br /><br />My 2014 &nbsp;opened up in the front bottom corners to&nbsp;<img src="http://www.rpod-owners.com/smileys/smiley29.gif" border="0" alt="Wacko" title="Wacko" />]]>
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    <![CDATA[<strong>Author:</strong> <a href="http://www.rpod-owners.com/member_profile.asp?PF=2715" rel="nofollow">ToolmanJohn</a><br /><strong>Subject:</strong> 7904<br /><strong>Posted:</strong> 12 Mar 2017 at 7:37am<br /><br />I wonder what's going on with them. Any earlier model years having these kinds of issues?<div><br></div><div>I just sold my 2013 177 so I can get a toy hauler, but I never had any of the problems with seams or gaps seen here. The picture of the trim coming away from the fiberglass exterior is crazy. That should not happen. I would be extremely upset regardless of the age of the camper if that had happened to mine.</div>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<strong>Author:</strong> <a href="http://www.rpod-owners.com/member_profile.asp?PF=2609" rel="nofollow">venture230</a><br /><strong>Subject:</strong> 7904<br /><strong>Posted:</strong> 27 Feb 2017 at 10:00am<br /><br />Now I'm in the same boat.  2014 - out of warranty-  Side seem separation.  I see screws did pull out.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(actually what appears to be the whole bottom front edge) is separating. (not clear how to post pictures?)<br />I've seen a lot of QC problems (gaping wholes not sealed (above water tank - lets in a lot of dust!) - screws missing studs, lots of saw dust in areas you normally don't see, etc).  While trailers have to hold up to a lot of road rattling - FR seems to have thrown together this trailer.]]>
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    <![CDATA[<strong>Author:</strong> <a href="http://www.rpod-owners.com/member_profile.asp?PF=5436" rel="nofollow">rdbedford</a><br /><strong>Subject:</strong> 7904<br /><strong>Posted:</strong> 11 Aug 2016 at 10:37pm<br /><br />I hope you are correct, but I would have felt better about our purchase if the work would have been done correct the first time. Hopefully, replacing the complete side of the camper will not create a domino effect of future problems. It does not make me feel very good knowing that they are having that many warrant returns!<br>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<strong>Author:</strong> <a href="http://www.rpod-owners.com/member_profile.asp?PF=5666" rel="nofollow">Funky</a><br /><strong>Subject:</strong> 7904<br /><strong>Posted:</strong> 11 Aug 2016 at 10:03pm<br /><br />I will be sure to provide a post with an update at the end of the season when ours goes to the local Forest River dealer for repair under warranty. It is too bad our brand new 2017 R Pod 180 has this problem with the side seam. It is disappointing that I (and, apparently so many others) need to spend time dealing with this issue with their brand new Pods.]]>
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    <![CDATA[<strong>Author:</strong> <a href="http://www.rpod-owners.com/member_profile.asp?PF=936" rel="nofollow">furpod</a><br /><strong>Subject:</strong> 7904<br /><strong>Posted:</strong> 08 Aug 2016 at 1:10pm<br /><br /><table width="99%"><tr><td class="BBquote"><strong><em>Originally posted by rdbedford</strong></em><br /><br /><!--if gte mso 9> <w:Word>  <w:View>Normal</w:View>  <w:Zoom>0</w:Zoom>  <w:Punctuati&#111;nKerning/>  <w:ValidateAgainstSchemas/>  <w:SaveIfInvalid>false</w:SaveIfInvalid>  <w:IgnoreMixed>false</w:IgnoreMixed>  <w:AlwaysShowPlaceholderText>false</w:AlwaysShowPlaceholderText>  <w:Compatibility>   <w:BreakWrappedTables/>   <w:SnapToGridInCell/>   <w:WrapTextWithPunct/>   <w:UseAsianBreakRules/>   <w:D&#111;ntGrowAutofit/>  </w:Compatibility>  <w:BrowserLevel>MicrosoftInternetExplorer4</w:BrowserLevel> </w:Word><!--><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;;  mso-fareast-font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;;mso-ansi-:EN-US;mso-fareast-:  EN-US;mso-bidi-:AR-SA">Update: After finding delaminating on the slideside of the camper I also found that the siding was cut about 1/2 inch short thereforethe corner trim will not cover. When I purchased the unit I complained aboutthe messy caulking job in that area and now I know why...they had to cover upthat big ass crack. I took the camper to Camping World in Columbia, Missourifor the warranty claim/work and they said the complete side would have to bereplaced and would involve a couple weeks of labor plus parts. However, thesefruit cakes would not file the warranty claim unless I signed their legaldisclosure making me the customer responsible for payment. These people aref**king NUTS! I contacted Forest River, sent pictures ofthe problem areas, informed them of the situation that I was having withCamping World, and that I would never sign any document that makes meresponsible for payment for warranty work. Forest Riversaid the warranty work would have to be done at their factory and that theywould make arrangements to pickup the camper when I was done using it for theseason. We’ll see!</span><!--if gte mso 9> <w:LatentStyles DefLockedState="false" LatentStyleCount="156"> </w:LatentStyles><!--><!--if !mso><   id=":38481807-CA0E-42D2-BF39-B33AF135CC4D" id=ieooui>st1\:*{behavior:url(#ieooui) }<!--><!--if gte mso 10> /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable	{mso-style-name:"Table Normal";	mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0;	mso-tstyle-colband-size:0;	mso-style-noshow:yes;	mso-style-parent:"";	mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt;	mso-para-margin:0in;	mso-para-margin-bottom:.0001pt;	mso-pagination:widow-orphan;	font-size:10.0pt;	font-family:"Times New Roman";	mso-ansi-language:#0400;	mso-fareast-language:#0400;	mso-bidi-language:#0400;}<!--></td></tr></table><br><br>I think you will find FR to be good to their word. More then one Pod has gone back to the factory to be repaired in this manner. NONE of the owners of whom I know to have had it done, have been unhappy afterwords.<br>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<strong>Author:</strong> <a href="http://www.rpod-owners.com/member_profile.asp?PF=3825" rel="nofollow">yalilminx</a><br /><strong>Subject:</strong> 7904<br /><strong>Posted:</strong> 08 Aug 2016 at 12:03pm<br /><br />My plastic strip came off, so if its not repaired this might ensue, i imagine. My local dealer stopped selling rpods....]]>
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    <![CDATA[<strong>Author:</strong> <a href="http://www.rpod-owners.com/member_profile.asp?PF=5436" rel="nofollow">rdbedford</a><br /><strong>Subject:</strong> 7904<br /><strong>Posted:</strong> 08 Aug 2016 at 11:41am<br /><br /><img src="uploads/5436/20160522_165820.jpg" height="448" width="336" border="0" />]]>
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    <![CDATA[<strong>Author:</strong> <a href="http://www.rpod-owners.com/member_profile.asp?PF=5436" rel="nofollow">rdbedford</a><br /><strong>Subject:</strong> 7904<br /><strong>Posted:</strong> 08 Aug 2016 at 11:41am<br /><br />No, here's a picture of the problem area.<br><br><img src="uploads/5436/20160526_134134.jpg" height="448" width="336" border="0" /><br>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<strong>Author:</strong> <a href="http://www.rpod-owners.com/member_profile.asp?PF=3825" rel="nofollow">yalilminx</a><br /><strong>Subject:</strong> 7904<br /><strong>Posted:</strong> 08 Aug 2016 at 11:02am<br /><br />Is the seam that you are referring to the black plastic material covering the screws on the edges at the top of the camper? The entrance side of mine came off last month... 176t]]>
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    <![CDATA[<strong>Author:</strong> <a href="http://www.rpod-owners.com/member_profile.asp?PF=5436" rel="nofollow">rdbedford</a><br /><strong>Subject:</strong> 7904<br /><strong>Posted:</strong> 29 Jul 2016 at 9:01pm<br /><br /><!--if gte mso 9> <w:Word>  <w:View>Normal</w:View>  <w:Zoom>0</w:Zoom>  <w:Punctuati&#111;nKerning/>  <w:ValidateAgainstSchemas/>  <w:SaveIfInvalid>false</w:SaveIfInvalid>  <w:IgnoreMixed>false</w:IgnoreMixed>  <w:AlwaysShowPlaceholderText>false</w:AlwaysShowPlaceholderText>  <w:Compatibility>   <w:BreakWrappedTables/>   <w:SnapToGridInCell/>   <w:WrapTextWithPunct/>   <w:UseAsianBreakRules/>   <w:D&#111;ntGrowAutofit/>  </w:Compatibility>  <w:BrowserLevel>MicrosoftInternetExplorer4</w:BrowserLevel> </w:Word><!--><p ="Ms&#111;normal">Warranty work is paid for up front by the owner when theypurchase the item new. Any payment or cost for warranty work should be workedout by the contractor and the manufacture…not the customer. Signing any legal bindingcontract that says you are responsible for the cost of warranty work simply allowsthem not to work within the warranty estimate from the manufacture. I think thatyou have been very lucky!</p><!--if gte mso 9> <w:LatentStyles DefLockedState="false" LatentStyleCount="156"> </w:LatentStyles><!--><!--if gte mso 10> /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable	{mso-style-name:"Table Normal";	mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0;	mso-tstyle-colband-size:0;	mso-style-noshow:yes;	mso-style-parent:"";	mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt;	mso-para-margin:0in;	mso-para-margin-bottom:.0001pt;	mso-pagination:widow-orphan;	font-size:10.0pt;	font-family:"Times New Roman";	mso-ansi-language:#0400;	mso-fareast-language:#0400;	mso-bidi-language:#0400;}<!--><!--if gte mso 9> <o:shapedefaults v:ext="edit" spidmax="1026"/><!--><!--if gte mso 9> <o:shapelayout v:ext="edit">  <o:id v:ext="edit" ="1"/> </o:shapelayout><!-->]]>
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