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04-28-2023, 06:49 AM #1
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Slide Topper Sag
Is there any way to tighten a slide topper to remove sagging? Gets laden a bit with the rain.
Last edited by HighClouds; 04-28-2023 at 06:52 AM. Reason: Clarification
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04-28-2023, 07:44 AM #2
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If the topper isn't angled enough, you canl get rain collecting in it, not a big deal. You can tighten the topper, but you run the risk of getting it too tight, or shortening it too much. The end result can be pulling the slide topper rail mounting screws out of the trailer. Water pooling won't really hurt anything, just watch out when you bring the slide in.
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04-28-2023, 08:25 AM #3
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The short answer is yes. You'll need two people most likely. Search YouTube and you'll find it. Depending on the brand you basically have to remove the end so that the spring can be tensioned by turning the roller (or end) and then reattach it. Can be lots of tension so you don't want that sucker to slip in spin while anything is in its way, such as your face, fingers, etc. Good luck!
Oh, and some people put a partially blown up beach ball under the topper to keep the water from collecting. I'm not sure it's much of a concern personally.Chad
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04-29-2023, 02:47 PM #4
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We were concerned about this same issue on our largest slide (LR). Talked to dealer about having them adjust it (under warranty) and they said it can be tightened but you do run the risk of damaging it just like another poster mentioned. Said the best thing to do is pull it in and let the water drain off, then re-open to let the sun tighten it back up during dry off.
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04-29-2023, 04:51 PM #5
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04-29-2023, 06:28 PM #6
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Not sure about tightening.... could see some possible issues with slide movement performance, and/or topper edge pullout.
We use a bungy rope attached to suction cups to on either side of the slide to help drain rain water. Because of this, we dont get much sag anymore due to rain. With the bungy and cups the water runs over the slide sides.
We also dont tighten down the bungy rope, just use its weight alone over the topper. Also keeps flapping/sailing down too.Jim and Annette
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10-07-2023, 07:28 AM #7
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I too experience sag due to puddling rain. Pulling in the slide is ok, but it is an “extra” thing to do every time it rains. Also, my RV is set up in a permanent spot for 5 months and I am not also there to attend to it after a rain. So finding something that will prevent the puddling in the first place will be a welcome addition.
Pool noodles? Maybe, but you have to lash a few together to create the width needed to support the topper. And then you have to place the “rolls” from each end of the topper - seems like lots of work.
I have also considered placing a few inflatable leg supports under the topper (https://a.co/d/f4KdLdw).
Recently I found an interesting - yet pricey - solution from Ross RV Innovations:
https://www.rossrvinnovations.info/s...upport-system/
You can extend it up to ten feet and seems to install easily. Once inflated it supports the topper and prevents sag due to puddling. It also prevents flapping due to high winds.
I appreciate feedback from anyone who has purchased and used the Ross RV Innovations support - or have used the other two solutions mentioned above (lashing pool noodles or using an inflatable leg support).Ray & Debbie Giese
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Jim: I am intrigued with your solution - do you have a few pictures?
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10-07-2023, 08:55 AM #10
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Not really sure about the concern with water pooling in the toppers. Unless they start leaking it's pretty much a non-issue, and if they do leak, it's also pretty much a non-issue. We never paid any mind to ours and they were still working after nearly 10 years.
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