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Topic: Wall / Floor Joint

Posted By: hank1212
Subject: Wall / Floor Joint
Date Posted: 09 Jan 2026 at 9:32pm

I have a 2018 R-POD 189 that has had the floor replaced by local shop once and is now rotted again. It appears that shop did not fix the leaks. My plan now is to replace the floor with aluminum diamond plate and use a carpet over that.

My question(s) has anyone seen how the walls attach to the frame? The few dated (low res) pictures that I have seen online appear to show the walls sitting on the floor wood vice the perimeter metal frame. If any one has pictures of this connection and how the walls are bonded to the frame it would be appreciated.

Thank you,

Hank

Replies:

Posted By: gpokluda
Date Posted: 10 Jan 2026 at 7:43am

Hank, I can't help you with how the mechanical joint is established, however I would like to bring something to your attention. The 189 probably has the same weight challenges my 179 had which is it has a 3500lb axle which will limit the over all weight of the camper. My guess is in order to achieve enough rigidity in the floor, the diamond plate is going to have to be thick which may make it heavier than the plywood and thus cut into your weight capacity. Not sure, but just keep in in mind. Good luck.

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Gpokluda
2017 Rpod 179(sold 2023)
2022 Escape 5.0TA
2022 Ford F150 4X4 3.5EB
Honda SCL500

Posted By: GlueGuy
Date Posted: 10 Jan 2026 at 12:06pm

If you add that much weight, you will probably have to do something about the axle.

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bp
2017 R-Pod 179 Hood River
2015 Ford F150 SuperCrew 4WD 3.5L Ecoboost