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11-20-2020, 06:14 PM #11
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I’ve contacted the Factory Service Center, but was told that they really focus on warranty work there. A case number was opened and sent to the FSC, and I am waiting to hear if it will be accepted. Even though it will be a 600-mile round trip, that is my first choice, if it happens. In the mean-time, I’m looking for other options.
The Flex-Armor and RV Armor are both options worthy of consideration, but I’m not certain that either one is able to fully address this repair. It will involve matching and replacing a ceiling panel as well as possible duct and wiring issues, if either area sustained damage.Tom and Janice (known as Tom in PGH on the “other” forum)
First came the 18' Comfort bumper-pull, was great for 20 years.
Now a 2019 Reflection 303RLS, second air, double glass, table and chairs
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11-25-2020, 07:48 PM #12
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It looks like we have an excellent way to close the story...
Susan Bond, a Regional Service Manager at Grand Design, worked with the Factory Service Center and we are scheduled for a structural repair and roof replacement on January 29th. Thanks, so much, Susan. I realize that Grand Design no longer monitors this forum, but I want to say that Grand Design has more than met my expectation in handling this matter.
In the mean-time, I have sealed things up with duct tape, Eternabond and sealant, covered the bad areas with 2 layers of tarps (not too worried about mold/mildew, as the roof is going to be replaced), then pool pillows (great idea from Howson, on another forum) and finally, with a fifth-wheel cover that my neighbor offered up (thanks Dean).
I am more than grateful for all of the advice from fellow forum members, and a special thanks to geotex1 for some special off-the-record conversation and advice.
It looks like we will be back in running order for our trip in April.
Thanks again, to all, and have a Happy Thanksgiving!Tom and Janice (known as Tom in PGH on the “other” forum)
First came the 18' Comfort bumper-pull, was great for 20 years.
Now a 2019 Reflection 303RLS, second air, double glass, table and chairs
2019 F350 Lariat (Diesel) 4x4 Crewcab with lots of goodies
Andersen aluminum with the puck system holding it all together
Cranberry Twp. PA, about 30 miles north of Pittsburgh
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11-26-2020, 10:17 AM #13
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Roof repair
I was wondering in advance about roof repair a while back. Came up with: RV Armor <[email protected]>
David Hamilton RV Armor Inc. [email protected] 941-242-5797 Here's the web site to look at to see if it's worth you time :https://rv-armor.com/rv-armor/
Would say it your insurance covers it, that it would be a good way to save your investment.
Just my .02 cents worth (no refund for over pay)
Doug Hazlett 2018 375RES
Wichita KS area
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11-26-2020, 10:38 AM #14
RV Roof Install...,believe they are in Georgia. Lots of videos on YouTube, and I think they work with mfgs warranty
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11-26-2020, 11:03 AM #15
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When I contacted them, they would come to you. The price seemed to reflect that also. Things may have changed with this Covid stuff. Thing that caught my eye, beyond that they came to you. Was they guaranteed their work. Listed to web site for follow up if any questions. Phone # also.
Doug Hazlett 2018 375RES
Wichita KS area
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12-05-2020, 05:11 PM #16
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Like others have said make an appointment at the factory repair center. Take plenty of pictures for insurance and then do a temporary repair yourself. I was in Indiana back in mid October and stopped at the GD repair center to as about some minor repair work and was told at that time that they were booked until mid February.
I think I would carefully use a razor knife and cut about an 8" sq hole in the ceiling panel and check the roof damage from underneath. If you can glue a 8"x 8" piece of ¼" luan to the underside of the roof from inside the rv. Next use non-leveling lap sealant to fill the hole on the roof to just even with the roof membrane. Let the lap sealant cure and then go over that with a small section of the roof repair tape followed by a second larger section of roof repair tape. That should make a very decent temporary watertight repair untill you can get to your appointment date. For the inside ceiling cut yourself a 10" x 10" piece of luan, paint it to match the ceiling as close as possible and attach it with four screws to temporarily close up the access hole you cut in the ceiling.
Good luck with these repairs and keep us posted on the progress. Be prepared for GD to have your RV for several weeks.
**NEVER MIND... I GUESS I SHOULD HAVE READ Pg.2 OF THIS POST BEFORE RESPONDING, LOL!Last edited by IBEW Sparky; 12-05-2020 at 05:22 PM.
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