As a new RV tech, the words 'this was not supposed to take this long' are on the tip of my tongue EVERY day. LOL

Always hard to figure out how to fix something that wasn’t built right in the first place. Awesome job on taking it apart diagnosing the issue and repairing it. Hard to find true craftsman these days!

@soillife1

3 жыл бұрын

That can think 🤔

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍

You might hate doing it but you are probably one of the best at this slide out repair thing

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

thank you very much

You are the best repair guy I've seen on youtube. Thank you so much for doing this! Although I haven't had problems with my slideouts I will be inspecting mine ib the spring looking for worn out seals.

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

thank you! I really appreciate that

James, I will be very very surprised if that slide-out leaks in that location again. You did great job really making it very difficult for water to get into that again.

I wish these types of videos were available 13 years ago, before I bought my RV. Thanks for making them, they’re really informative.

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you like them!

I have the same problem in my 2002 Windsor bedroom. After seeing what you did I understand what's going on. Can't thank you enough for this video..

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped

I have to hand it to you - I would have given up and hired the job out. But you, you stuck to it and did it! Hope it paid enough to justify the effort!

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

I was not happy to do it for sure. But I'm glad it's done.

At around 11:30 into the video, you mentioned it wasn't suppose to take this long. If I was the owner of the coach, I will say, better to take time, do it right the first time instead of doing an quick sloppy job that won't last. Great job!

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

I appreciate that. I always seem to be working with a deadline so I have to estimate repair times to keep appointments and schedules. I did keep extra time available for this job, but had hoped it would go easier for sure. Thanks

I think you done a fantastic job fixing this the way it should have been in the first place hopefully it will never leak again

@AZExpert

Жыл бұрын

Hopefully! lol

We have a Monaco...another thing to add to our spring inspection list.

Having been a technician in a few different industries, I totally understand your frustration in trying to overcome such poor design and lack of engineering. It is with pride that I put my name on a job, and you do the same.

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

thank you, it's not enjoyable to be responsible for other's decisions.

Awesome well thought out repair as usual. I really enjoy your videos thanks for sharing.

@AZExpert

8 ай бұрын

Thanks 👍

You do such a GREAT job and clearly take PRIDE in your work.....

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

thank you very much

One of the most important things to owning a RV is to keep it from leaking ! A leak will destroy a camper. My opinion is, as soon as possible get a carport to park it under. Well worth the money and will help keep it nice.

Great job I am glad I was a spectator. 👍🏻

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks again!

Good job James. You do quality work.

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

as do you, thank you

My hands get cramped up just watching you removing goop . You need a apprentice with a good work ethic to work with you . Great video as always

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

it's really difficult to find workers,

Thanks I have a Monaco bedroom slide leaking. I now know tear down and build up. Set is the same I can feel that flange on the thanks again great work!

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped

Huge project for a simple failure at the factory...thanks for sharing, I always learn something!

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

I have no idea as to what the charge for this job will be. IMHO, it SHOULD be a BIG number. You put in an immense amount of work. My hat's off to you for your knowledge, ability and desire to do the job right. Thanks.

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

It's difficult to come up with pricing especially knowing the situation of the owners, I just try to be fair

Excellent series on the repair! Thank you for making it.

Outstanding as always!

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks again!

Another great job. Thanks for sharing your knowledge. Mike

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍

As always very informative! Great to see whats behind the wood trim! Thx!!

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it!

From what I have learned there are two types of slides. the ones that are leaking and the ones that are going to leak. That is why I chose a motorhome with no slides.

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

they do seem prone to leaks, usually just the opening and not the box itself

Love your shows .Thank you so much....

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you like them! Thank you!!!

Another job "WELL DONE"! Hopefully someone on the quality control team at Monaco sees this and sits down with the engineers.

You sure do great work. My hat is off to you. Happy trails!

@AZExpert

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

You are a master craftsman to the highest degree.

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

thank you

You did a fantastic job on that!

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

thank you

You are very good at what you do!

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

thank you very much!

Other very informative video thank you! It really helps to see what is behind the slide out and how it is all put together.

@AZExpert

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching

Great job, lot of work! My shops never have a problem saying they need more money cause they found another problem, or what was fixed didn’t fix what was was broke. 😀

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

I understand completely!

Great job James!!

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

thank you

why did you show a camping world bag? definatly a ooooops. not a fan of that place but there is one 5 minutes away so i buy supplies there all the time also. point of this post is i bought a 97 gulf stream sun sport 32 ft with the 460 ford f 35 chassis that had minimal damage but im restoring it to better than new condition. you are a plethura of information. i love your videos and i watch them all the time just to pick up tips and tricks so i can learn more . most importantly that no 2 are built the same and dont be afraid to modify something that is obviously not done effectively. anyhow, point being, your videos have probably saved me 10 grand so far easy and you give me the confidence and know how to do things myself. best tip thus far is the expanding foam while stiffing the roof. that saved me a ton of work and instead of having to replace my roof now ive got it fixed so i can hold off for a year or so. im just having a hard time finding that red adhesive glue that sticks to the foam. cant find it anywhere. camping places wont sell it but they sure will sell a new roof where they use it to glue the new luan down. lol. and in your honest opinion, is that a decent unit? anything i need to check on that may be concerning after 25 years?

As a tip, sharpie a straight line on the roof as a reference to keep the tape from wrinkling. I've done this repair in a half-effort way on my slide out and it makes the tape easier to apply.

@AZExpert

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks

James they tell me to buy a 2005 to 2008. Im looking at one but I tell you when I watch all your videos it makes me realize how much work I may be getting into. Since I have good hands being a contractor in my past working life I know I feel comfortable repairing almost anything and I have the tools. Im starting to think my spare time RVing will be spent working on any used rig I buy which is not really a bad thing for me at least. Lastly considering shop fees for RV repair (Im guessing $100 to $150 an hour) I can see how expensive an older coach could really be. Its kind of scary to jump in. Thank you for all your videos. Excellent work.

I have watched this more than a year ago. Well, now I have the same thing😅, am watching it again, probably several times to learn how to do this. Slides are really difficult to work on.

You have been so patient with such a nasty job ,and your work is very good,

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

thank you so much!

Great work & information! And you ride the biggest Chihuahua I've ever seen, hope he doesn't bite...

@AZExpert

2 жыл бұрын

He's a mix! and hes scared of everything

"I've been A-Salted", LOL great edit on that made me actually laugh out loud and wife thought I was nuts. You may not be a "Fan" of doing these types of repairs but you're one of the best at them. So I hate to tell you but in the future if I have issues with my RV, guess who I'm going to come see? Great job as always and that owner should be very happy with that repair. Some, shall we call them a little other than honest, may have tried to get them to pay for slide removal and putting all new roof board on the slide as well as seals...

@AZExpert

2 жыл бұрын

I'm a comedian in my spare time

Great video, nice work...

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

Love your videos and repairs. What I would like to see is taking care of the owners coach with counter top protection and sofa protection and floor protection.

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

Iunderstand. I did put floor protection down, I have found countertop and furniture protection can cause dificulty working safely and effectively(ie getting in the way) I try to be aware that this is someone's house and clean up after myself. Thanks!

If my 450 Lxi Wanderlodge slide seal starts leaking I'll just bring it out to Arizona and let you do the repair. Gives me a good excuse to make a trip out West. Appreciate the content. You have a frustrating job and then trying to film the darn thing. I couldn't get enough tape for editing out swear words. Thanks again for the great content. I appreciate it.

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

you're welcome

The owners response to your recommended repairs was a very smart choice. I would have done the same. Great job.....Hope to meet you but not need you LOL

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍

great repair sir!

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Excellent job.

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

A salted 😂. No pressure when they live in it. Great job. Cheers

Yes yes thank you James! I've been hinging a little on A 2000 Diplomat with a Cummins .You sure open up people's eyes *

Hello from rainy Tucson. James, you're the best. Did I see you laying down the evil Eternabond. Yikes!! lol

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

Yes you did, for a second time in a video too. So I do think it has use. Thanks!

That was a tedious jobs for sure... you got a lot of patience good job ..👍🏼👍🏼🏁🏁🏁

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍

I almost wonder if that strip was installed backwards from day 1. Looks like you did it the correct way.

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

thank you. I feel pretty good about it.

I enjoyed the salt pun 👏🏼

This was a horribly hard job...thanks so much for the education.

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

It was unfortunate to be so difficult.

A-salted ... lol Love it!

@AZExpert

Жыл бұрын

My terrible jokes are a free gift to the world

Your job socks but thanks for doing the videos I really appreciate them I've owned a few rvs and do my own repairs I mean fix the manufacturer screw ups like you do well thanks

That seems like it took forever. Nice job 👍🏼 Hope that’s all the leaks 🤞🏼

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

me too. It fought me more than I thought it would

@mitchellbarnow1709

3 жыл бұрын

@@AZExpert You fought the slide and we hope that you beat the slide!

Looks like a good repair. Difficult to follow so many different flashings

You are the MAN !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

thank you

That was a good video!

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it!

I own a similar Endeavor and live in it, if I was the owner I would of let it dry out. I don't know if where it was that one could of still slept in it. Thanks for showing it I learned.

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

I also would have recommended to let it dry out but it was not something that was possible due to life circumstances. Thanks!

Good stuff! My Monaco slide leak is coming down the top wall of the slide opening. Still trying to find the leak. I suspect it is fron the band that ties the roof radius to the wall, although the band seems tight and well attached. Anyway, thanks for the video!

Tough Job, You did great.

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

thank you, I wish the tape would have been a little nicer, but it won't ever be seen again.

@timk.9827

3 жыл бұрын

@@AZExpert That on a 90 has got to be tough to put down smooth.

There is a product at Home Depot that stabilizes the luan and hardens it. You can brush or spray it. The mold may come thru the cabinet ceilings

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

yes, I ran through the options with the owner. Thanks for the information

We are going to hope for the best. BANG! Sorry, I have to admit I laughed. Thanks for the video!

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

I may hope for the best too much :)

@KevinCoop1

3 жыл бұрын

AZ Expert Pretty sure that is not possible!

i really wish you had this out 2 months ago....had to repair leaks on my monaco slide.. now i see where i went wrong and now compelled to remove and do it correctly..but hey my labor is free

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

I am sorry to hear that, hopefully it still saves some time though

@mr34059

3 жыл бұрын

@@AZExpert it wont be too bad..feel like this motorhome build is 2 steps forward and 3 back lol..there will be light at the end of the tunnel

Nice video

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks

Glad I found your video, just ordered seals for that very slide out in my holiday Rambler, one question, what was the spray you used before pising the new seal on? Silicone spray? I assume to help it slide on

Great job. Worst part is getting up and down those ladders!

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

yes, the scissor lift was being used elsewhere

Great work! Do you have a vid. on exterior slide out seal replacement?

Look at the magnetic seal on a basic refrigerator. Its water tight and very flexible and will last years .

@AZExpert

2 жыл бұрын

It's not water tight but thanks for the suggestion!

Great video. Love what you are doing! Need advice. Gear motor above one of my slides leaked grease for some reason. EPDM roof on slide did not like it and it bubbled up. No leaks but wondering how to patch it or should I replace entire slide roof. Do you have any videos or guidance? Thanks!

James, I'm facing a similar repair on a Fleetwood Southwind. I'd be interested in knowing what the cost was on this repair or if it is easier....how many labor hours were involved. Thanks for the great video.

Wow, what a tedious/tough job!

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

it was stressful

James, thank you for taking some of the mystery out of these seals! I need to replace my top seal due to sun damage (before slide topper). Thankfully I have a carport to work under. Question please, how much mechanical work (brakes/shocks/general undercarriage) do you do as compared to the remainder of the coach? Also, do you have a personal preference, towable or A,B,C coaches that you prefer to work on? Appreciate all your videos!

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

I really try not to do chassis work, I do not find it enjoyable :)

You could drill some 4 inch holes in the cabinet roof to let it dry over time. Glue them back on couple weeks later.

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

that is a good idea too.

15 year old coach. I would expect your repair to outlast the coach, as you say, I hope. Thanks for the remote learning experience. Be well.

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

I hope so too! Thank you

Another fantastic video! Thank you for your expertise. I have a 2005 Winnebago adventurer that I recently noticed daylight shining through under the Galley slide. I have about a 10” section that has pulled away. I tucked it back in place the best I could for a quick fix. Is there any special instruction I need to know before ordering a new seal? Thank you again!

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

Winnebago uses proprietary seals but overall, there is usually some light coming in underneath slides.

Great video.... the Treks were built in Oregon, so they may have had a different way... I hope

@AZExpert

2 жыл бұрын

I hope so too

@rvnaut

2 жыл бұрын

@@AZExpert Here is a nice relaxing sunset video... no talk.. just music and an awesome sunset... kzread.info/dash/bejne/eKN-q65rZ8q2hrA.html

doesn't it just suck when your so good at your job! And you are the only one who does their job right?

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

I second guess myself continuously

Nice job! Learning a lot watching your vids... Question - ever get tired of fixing $hit?

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

thank you. And yes everyday

Sounds a good instructional video. I wonder if country Coach is the same?

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

I think Country Coach water leaks are mostly in the roof and sidewalls .

Excellent James. Is there any value in turning a garden hose onto your finished repair to determine if there is a secondary leak somewhere?

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

there is value yes, usually a sprayer or a sprinkler is a good method. Thanks

Hi Bob. Great video as usual and very helpful. I have a similar 2005 Monaco Safari Cheetah that also uses two bulb wiper press on rubber seals on the slides. I have 3 slides where the gaskets are damaged at the top corners. I am having difficulty finding a source of OEM equivalent replacement seal material. Found what looks to be the same from Steele Rubber Products but they will not confirm if there two bulb seal material is the same. What do you use and from what source?

@AZExpert

2 жыл бұрын

I don't have a specific brand I would recommend. Have it professionally inspected.

Always useful videos! Thx. I do need to replace my slide out seal on my Monaco Lapalma. You sprayed something on the rubber seal when installing but I could not tell what that was. Is that a glue or a lubricant?

Thanks.. this has me wondering if I want slide outs on my RV or not

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

I understand

@kevinwilliamson7294

3 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately its hard finding them without slides these days

Great job Looks much better than the factory job, never understood how they thought that design would work. I do have a question though. How In the world is the wood trim held in at the top, it wasn't in your disassembly or reassembly video. Thanks

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

Good question! There are screws that hold the main wood timbers on, and then the trim gets pin nailed over the top of the screws.

@dannhennells2681

3 жыл бұрын

@@AZExpert Ok I have seen the pin nails, was wondering where the screws were. Thank you, and again good job on the repair, if the factory did it like you they never would have had a leak.

That looks very stable! On 5th wheels whose slideouts do you like best and worst.

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

that's very difficult as most 5th wheels use 3-4 slide types on one trailer. I have found the hydraulic ram with rack timing to be the most robust and reliable.

How often do these wiper seals on the slide have to be replaced? Would it be good advice to change them before there is a leak? Another educational video for all us newbies.Thanks.

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

They usually age out after 15 years, so it is not very common. I wouldnt change them unless they were damaged

Great informative video. One question I didn't see asked is, did the owner report the issue fixed, or do we just assume no contact means it is fixed? I am currently having the same / similar issue with a Dynasty of the same vintage, but on the kitchen slide out.

@AZExpert

2 жыл бұрын

No news is good news to me

Been there, done that... Very frustrating.... Bending eternabond..lol

@AZExpert

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! :)

Wondering if you have any videos on a 2002 Holiday Rambler Endeavor rear slide-out repair they say the floor is failing just wonder if you have any ideas on how to repair it

i sometimes clean my tool off in the sink after i lay down some good sealant

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

Phrasing! lol

This was two years ago did it ever come back? Risk is as it comes. 😢

Enjoy all your videos. What city are you in?

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Generally, Mesa, AZ.

Could you use a heat gun to dry the wet Luan that may create black mold if left wet.

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

yes, but also I would be concered about the wood warping once dried out and buckling the aluminum. This is not ideal to put it together wet, but should hopefully dry out slowly. Thanks

Do you recommend NO SLIDEOUTS... or buy them and be ready to fix them. Very good lesson... I am scared of the slideouts now and think we need to go back to our plan of a class A with no slideouts

@AZExpert

2 жыл бұрын

All slide outs leak. If you need the space? Get them knowing they will leak and require extra maintenance.

I find the use of so much sticky stuff to be puzzling when all that would need to be done is a redesign using a joining of two intermeshing metal parts placing tension upon a compressed, composite seal in between. It seems that this is commercially institutionalized planned obsolescence.

Would you say these issues were caused more by design flaw, or poor workmanship? Great video by the way.

@AZExpert

3 жыл бұрын

Looks like poor workmanship mostly.The trim on top was never sealed.