FIY, Coroplast above spare tire winch

[Skilletface]

While checking pressure in spare tire I decided to remove the tire completely and flip it over exposing the valve stem for easier pressure inspection. Having full access to inspect that area of the Coroplast it was discovered when the spare tire winch was installed 5, 12 inch (*) cuts where made to allow the winch housing to protrude out past the Coroplast. The cuts were not sealed, some of the pie shaped pieces were up and some were pointing down exposing an area the size of the wheel. I sealed that area with mobile home underbelly/ Coroplast tape. Hopefully this will help tighten up the floor so it is warmer in winter and reduce potential rodent intrusion. Sorry, I didn’t take any pictures.

 

[Soundsailor]

While checking pressure in spare tire I decided to remove the tire completely and flip it over exposing the valve stem for easier pressure inspection. Having full access to inspect that area of the Coroplast it was discovered when the spare tire winch was installed 5, 12 inch (*) cuts where made to allow the winch housing to protrude out past the Coroplast. The cuts were not sealed, some of the pie shaped pieces were up and some were pointing down exposing an area the size of the wheel. I sealed that area with mobile home underbelly/ Coroplast tape. Hopefully this will help tighten up the floor so it is warmer in winter and reduce potential rodent intrusion. Sorry, I didn’t take any pictures.

Thanks, good information. I'm going to check my coach to see if I have the same.

 

[Skilletface]

Update: finally got some cooler weather to test the Coroplast repair made back in May and it made a huge difference in the floor temperature.

 

[RickLight]

My 2015 had a similar large hole. A large squirrel could have made a nice home. Eventually I mounted a large piece of wood to support the plastic without the tire.