Camper repair. Joist and floor rot.

[@catherineandoliver8151]

I can't believe how much work you did in so little time and you can barely tell that you did anything. You did such a good job of removing the existing pieces, i.e. the bed, the walling, even the door frame, etc., that you were able to put it back when done without it even really looking like it was removed. BRAVO!!!! Great job!! I am so so so impressed!! With all the water damage and wood rot that you found.... I'm just astounded!!!!

[@josephburkart9080]

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[@daleleighton4572]

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[@jordanwoodrum2332]

Dreaming of RVing

[@thebigfresh1877]

Def one of the best videos out there about hidden rot in RVs and how to remediate the damage! Don’t do the skin deep repair. Open it up and find all the surprises and then truly fix it. This is what you did. Thx for showing it step by step!

[@laurenbarnett420]

Okay. So great job on the renovation! HOWEVER....this is hands down the best video I’ve watched about RV renovations solely because of the moment he shared with us at 15:32. He totally could have edited it out and I am thankful he didn’t. I watched that over and over like 10 times and just died laughing!!! 😂😂😂😂🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@crispyspa]

Thank you. That's the best review I read so far. I just had to leave that part in because when I was editing I played that for myself and laughed my ass off.🤣 I just knew others would get a kick out of it too.

[@waltclingon5238]

I came here just for this comment. I cracked up laughing. I guess I self-identify with this, cause that's exactly what I'd do haha

[@scooterjennings6181]

I ripped out my slide floor and replaced half of it over the past three days, I found more rot under where it rests on the main floor when out... Hoping the slide functions this afternoon, I needed this laugh and have done the same thing countless times the past 3 days, thank you!

[@chantalgardner3157]

Still the best floor repair video on KZbin for travel trailers. Thank you!

[@Tsiri09]

I love this video. It shows that initially, most people would have sealed the door or replaced a tiny section of wood at the door but ignored the rest. Although a good portion of the floor, joists and other boards had to be replaced, it is now ready for years of service. That "crimping" at the front is a tell-tale sign of wood rot and sagging or collapsed frame- I can use that a s bargaining point.

[@leegolding3732]

Well done but you Know that

[@peteowens3033]

Thanks for taking the time to show the process. I have an 2005 27' Zeppelin with electric slide ( not the dance, LOL). This unit is Ultralight construction, Aluminum frame with paneling inside and fiberglass outside with foam between. About 7 years ago I found a leak in the same wall you had to take apart. I thought the window was leaking and pulled it and resealed it along wit the one on the other side too just in case. Several years earlier fuel prices went to around $4 a gallon and I was laid off in late 2006 so needless to say we stopped going camping. We advertised the camper for sale but needless to say so did most everyone else during the downturn, recession, etc. NO ONE was buying. The unit sat in the storage lot, not convenient to our house, and we didn't check on it like we should have. The front PVC cap cracked and started letting in water into the front wall and we didn' t notice until about three years ago. I repaired the cap after finding out the manufacturer no longer makes replacements. My repare did not last and water started coming in again. Noticed the floor got soft evrywhere and discolored at the edges. Looks like the slide has been leaking too since the storage lot owner moved our unit to another site with a different lot pitch without letting us know. Last time I went over to check on it looks like a hail storms busted out a roof vent too. More water coming in. I pulled the vinyl back and the one you did here looks great by comparison ( before you fixed it). Ours is real goner. I do home repairs part-time for a living so guess I better put my big boy pants on and start the repairs before we have to just junk this $20,000 travel trailer we only got to use about 2 years. I just hope I can sell it after repairs are complete even if i don't recover all my time. That's what I get for not keeping up with it. Ugh! So, for the last 8 years I have been traveling mostly by motorcycle and camping in a tent. ;-)

[@eddiegomez7912]

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[@suzilindblad5207]

May God bless you, what an amazing friend you are!!! We need more people in this world like you♡

[@bettyshults470]

Wow she's lucky to have you as a friend.!!! Repair shops over charge and as you pointed out, do not do the work correctly. It's very sad that you do not get what you pay for. RV's are already overpriced and made with ridiculously cheap materials. Thank You for the video it is a great help as I begin to do the same repair

[@azteca132525]

I got a free RV that was completely messed up from roof, ceiling, floors and walls. I am completely dismantling it from inside to see if I can repair and do something with it. WOW what a mess of cheap materials all put together. I feel like I'm dismantling a play house all made up of cheap siding, cheap everything. From this experience I would NEVER buy an RV it would be like throwing money away. Total crap. Btw, thanks for showing us your work repairing your friend's RV. You are a savior for your friend and a great tutor to us.

[@feliciabutler4625]

I say You did a fantastic job. That friend is So Blessed to have You. What a Great friend You are.

[@edwardsimek582]

I showed this to my wife as we are purchasing an older "canned ham" camper. The wall has become separated from the floor so all will have to be done to complete the project. She sees how easy it is now to fix. Thank you so much for this video!

[@MacRides1]

doing all of that work in 30 hrs and under $300 is amazing! Impressive work!

[@Suncatcher247]

This is the best video. It showed my how to face reality and do it right rather than half-assing the job. The only thing I'm planning on doing differently is using BUTYL rubber rather than putty tape. Putty tape is a lot like plumber's putty, which dries out over time and let's water come back in. Butyl products remain sticky and gummy for many years and if applied properly and should keep a good seal indefinitely. (50+ years) I love the way this man has shown how to slide the floor under the wall from the outside to obtain a quality repair as close to the original construction as possible.

[@Migzprojects]

Excellent video. I’m repairing my floor this weekend and your video gives me the confidence to work on mine.

[@johnnymelendez4836]

You have my utmost respect. Incredible job, taking it apart and reconstruction to perfect and cutting no corners. Amazing skills and patience my friend.props to you from New York City.

[@stuartbarber7784]

Thank you very much for the time and effort you took to make this video, I just bought a caravan that I know needs work, was beginning to freak out. Your easy manner and laid back attitude to such a big job let's me prepare my mind for what is to come in a good way. I think I will make a video too so I can pass on what I learn like you. Top job.

[@crispyspa]

Stuart Barber thank you. I'm glad I have inspired someone else to tackle their own project. I'm sure you will do fine. I'll subscribe to be sure I get to watch the video.

[@happyinharned9583]

Wish I had a smart knowledgeable friend like you. Great job.

[@robjennings39]

Hi, I am a pretty hangman kind of guy, but you outdid yourself in this project. Very impressive, so much so, I felt it necessary to tell you that you are a outstanding craftsman to do such a clean job. Thanks for taking the time to record your work. A+ work Bro.

[@crispyspa]

Rob Jennings thank you.

[@thoughtsinpassing2968]

SUPER FANTASTIC - AMAZING !!!! The owner is truly blessed to find such a skilled & honest craftsman. That flooring looks great and the extended mattress frame will give leg room. It appears you made the bed frame where she can have storage underneath which is also great.

[@TheExcitableShow]

This video has been very, very helpful in guiding me while I attempt to repair my own RV flooring. You are giving me a LOT to work with :) Thank you so much!!!

[@jamesmoore3346]

I can relate to the job you tackled as I bought a 22 ft NUWA from a friend and found water same where the original tub/shower surround was not sealed properly, causing lower wall and floor rot. Like you, I took my time and paid attention to what I was doing. Learned all about trailer construction what with all the glue and staples but it was well worth it when fifished.

[@jivee7861]

Ai yai yai. I have a 36 ft. fifth wheel trailer with water intrusion from the roof. I'm getting the slider to work now, and starting to tackle the water damage. Floors shot, headliner coming down, wall spongy. Thanks a lot for giving me an idea of what kind of a can of worms I'm about to open. Looks like a -lot- of careful deconstruction to do it right. You're a beautiful friend!

[@Keys879]

the work isnt what scares me, its tearing up the floor to find more and more unseen damage

[@foreversaved08]

I appreciate the intermittent humor 😂👍🏻

[@wesleysiegman272]

This was the best floor repair videos on KZbin good information

[@TheMalibuHobo]

Amazing work, you are inspiring to others, thank you!

[@rogerj7327]

I know this is an older video but I really appreciate you posting this. I've watched this a few times over the last 6 months or so because I need to do a similar repair on my Jayco eventually. Just been too busy fixing other things. I always laugh when friends tell me I should just buy a new camper so I won't have to deal with these problems.. Of course, these are friends that have never owned one.. lol

[@johnhammond4397]

You my friend are a craftsman with incredible energy and innumerable skills. Bravo.

[@earthling1984]

You really do some amazing work! I watched your AC unit install before this video. From doing huge fixing projects like this, to building things, and more. Grandpa would for sure be amazed and proud!

[@crispyspa]

Earthling1984 Thanks. As you know Grandpa Mac was an amazing individual, from being a flyboy in the Air Force, working at Allis Chalmers and then becoming a small business man in the home repair sector he was a huge inspiration and mentor. Not to mention Grandpa Ruegg who also taught me Woodworking and electrical. I feel blessed having been related to both of them and lessons taught shall never be forgotten.

[@daakrolb]

Great video man. Thank you. I have to replace this exact problem in ours. Very similar to this model. Seeing what I can expect prepares me for the job. Great work. You are doing what only real men can do.

[@BadMojo72]

Great work. I need to fix my water damage and you helped a ton. Thanks for the great content.

[@DeniseBabbit]

I am so glad I found your channel! I have a floor to replace in my camper. Now I know how to tackle it. Thank you!

[@jimswieringa7094]

You are one hell of a good friend and did an excallant job. Thanks for the video. jim s

[@robertjpercival6386]

So well done! KUDOS! - I have the same repair work to do, with about the same extent of water damage, in a rear corner of my travel trailer. - I have searched KZbin and seen a few vids of hokey repair work...and a few vids of high quality work like yours. - On a scale of 1-10...the strut / gusset you added took the work you did over the top to a score of “11”. (I wish I had welding skills.) - I will also try to Kilz the wood I replace when done for a little added protection.

[@crispyspa]

Thank you. I believe anything worth doing is worth doing right.. and sometimes overdoing. I like the Kilz idea.

[@mazwt44]

Hell of a project, nice job... you have inspired me to get started on my trailer leak issues, thanks.

[@yellownp22541]

In my next life I want to be like you. Outstanding Job Keep up the great work. Thank you for sharing your learning experience with all of us. Happy Holidays to you and your loved ones.

[@crispyspa]

yellownp22541 Thank you. Happy holidays to you and yours as well.

[@eddylee587]

Excellent repair! Something I need to do also. Been putting if off for what I know will be a bigger job than what is seen. Thanks for showing the repair and process! Got some great ideas!

[@williamvaughn9870]

Good Job, your work will last far beyond the rest of the camper.

[@joegardner7783]

15:30ish had me dying!! I wasn't expecting that! Great video. I'm new to the RV repairs. Just bought my first fixer upper....I see that in my future as well!

[@harleymurph1]

Joe Gardner h

[@laurenbarnett420]

Yeeesssssss!!!! I watched like 10 times!!!

[@carlamarlene2927]

very instructive. so nice to hear someone else who works like us "thats how ya get shit done" and whatever it was you muttered when you hit yer head!! tfs

[@bobshaw4063]

Great job. My only suggestion is due to the mushroom smell wood mold you should've had on a respirator mask to protect your lungs from the . Your friend is lucky you helped her out doing the job for only $240.00 .

[@monicaobrien2458]

Wow, I wish I could hire you out to do this on my camper. Same exact issue! You are a good friend.

[@vancelasalle3380]

I just watched your video, I have the same problem, good thing I came across this, was just going to do the entry door floor, now I’m going to check the full length of the wall....

[@boilerman18]

Great video. have to do this on mine next week and it's great to see in advance what i'm in for.

[@Sasssssy3257]

You are a RockStar!!! Thank you so much for your knowledge! Your an educator for sure!

[@ErnestLingerfelt]

if we did it by your time and cost it would be $ 2832.48 is what we would have charged her at our rv service shop and yes about a month because we service a lot of customer's and we are a small shop that does service calls also / good job you did there

[@mikeymike3194]

Wow, you do awesome work. I'm thinking its better than the factory.

[@billg2025]

Better than the factory isn't saying much. But he did a great job.

[@Sraat146]

It looks amazing!!! These things are very learn as you go type of project. looks like you got it done!!

[@DWORLD-ve9bs]

Outstanding job guys and not bad documenting the process. Now that I see how daunting a task it is, I’m calling a professional. 😅👌💪🏾✅

[@michaelclueless]

Nice work! I'd have never thought to put that extra metal joist under the meeting point of the flooring; that was a deed well done! Good going on catching the poorly-installed water tank, too. All of my RVs have had the water tanks inside the living compartment so the heater could protect them from freezing; I like to full-time in my RV, so that's a necessity. Perhaps that was just a graywater tank, though? Even that shouldn't be allowed to freeze, if you camp in cool places like Colorado or further north, where a freeze can be for months. (I put extra insulation under my RV, which helps some.) Good job shooting the job, also. I'd hire you! :)

[@mr.c7080]

Didn't think you knew what you were getting yourself into at first, but bravo !!! You did a fantastic job ! She is a lucky woman to have such a talented friend. Coming from a woman who knows !!! Only wish I knew your phone number and was such good friends 😊 Your a super man !!!

[@davidminer187]

Nice work. You inspire my next project. A bouncy floor. Probably rotted.

[@hihoney1122]

Very good work and that is so kind of you to work for that price. .. I have a trailer that has some repairs due, I am going to have to try and get that done myself. Can not find that price out here lol

[@nortoriousisaacf]

wow awesome job!! wish I had your help for my camper fixes this year...

[@crispyspa]

I truly do like helping people. If you were close enough, and I had the time, I would certainly help you with your camper fix. Thanks for watching.

[@sawituptx]

You did a really nice job! Thank you for sharing.

[@dodgesportsman772]

Great Video, Im working on my RV restore and have high hopes of getting on the road this time next year. Thanks for the great advise

[@catfisher420]

I can picture camper manufacturers getting together and having a giant laugh at everyone's expense. "Ha ha, we build these things with sticks and staples and these idiots just keep buying the trash! Consumers are so fooled by fake facades!" That's how I imagine there conversations to go!!!

[@alexmurray1433]

Nice Job,, but it constantly bugs me that the RV manufacturers do not use treated lumber,,or even paint to moisture proof the inner wood framing, the mind boggles.

[@meganm3270]

that's how they make there money

[@chelseafaye2679]

Alex Murray that’s because of the cancer causing chemicals in those waterproofing pains and treatments. Some states laws don’t allow it.

[@kristinebeltran4219]

Treated lumber chemically reacts with the aluminum causing it to corrode.

[@NYVET48TFW]

Planned obsolescence. They do this on purpose. They could easily make the frame aluminum and use waterproof flooring and walls, but it would last too long.

[@kristinebeltran4219]

@ASG66 pressure treated lumber is only used for the wall sills which touch the foundation/ground and nowhere else. Particle board, MDF, OSB are different and are treated with different chemicals that don't corrode metal unless moisture is present over a long period of time. I was a certified HUD building inspector so I know my building materials. I also have owned and had to do repairs on several travel trailers, including 3 vintage (pre 1970) ones.

[@AlottaBoulchit]

I love the video! Very entertaining and informative! I'm looking to start my own Shave Ice business in my yard and I've got my eye on revamping an old RV for the shop. hehe I'm a total newb at renovating anything (and it's just lil ol me doing it LOL) so I'm watching tons of videos. Thanks for sharing! 💖

[@centralcoastcamper9631]

quite an extensive repair job. you are doing great.

[@rc1hobbies325]

Great video! I just bartered for a camper that needs the same thing done. Thank you.

[@kittykeight24]

Oh how i wish there was someone like you where i live. :( We just found out the whole back corner is rotted out by the water heater... While traveling, a piece of siding pulled off, revealing the damage... There was no wood left to hold it in place... We are dreading this and don't know where to start!!! looks great, good job

[@rogerherman2117]

We need someone like you to fix our bad floor under the shower in our travel trailer that we just purchased that had "no water damage "

[@marshallriley8421]

Thanks for videoing. I have a 38' that I have to do my floors in while I'm in it. On the unit and slide. you've showed me a lot. thanks.....

[@joshtonry4291]

Nice work. Im also about to do a new floor on our 1953 Michigan Arrow canned ham

[@GlockPointer]

Good video, I'm replacing all the wood in my '77 Terry at the present. Subbed.

[@MyPuppers]

wow ! fantastic job ! thats some major work, but it turned out great !

[@bendrinkin92]

Hi from Fort McMurray, AB Canada....just bought a used camper and i wish i would've watched this video before I bought it. When I stepped on the step it came out because all the plywood was rotten underneath. I have no idea how to tackle this problem from the bottom. If I go in from the top like you did I will be able to see the extent of the damage (although the inside floor feels solid). Sigh....I do know that the bottom arouund the step is completely rotted out anyway. Thanks for the video at least I know that it can be done with some elbow grease.

[@eskenandore30]

15:33 "ow, fucker!" Lmfao

[@davidcooper2951]

great video ! I'll be doing that very soon and glad to see that its possible to make it look first class afterwards ~

[@Rustler3pt3]

That was quite the project. Wow. Nice work!

[@nathangg3271]

Good Job 👍👍👍 you did a wonderful repair.

[@kevinhardin2941]

good job,looks very good.just remember, it's not a project till you bleed on it. when I get done I'm usually about a half a quart low

[@crispyspa]

I bumped my head, does that count? LOL Thanks for watching.

[@wisconsingrown]

smashed nucks,smashed head,tired and broke.always worth it!always!

[@mattveness1193]

I’ve got/doing the same job on a caravan. Thank you for sharing.

[@ALayne08]

Good,. You did a beautiful job.

[@jessicaholcomb4214]

This video is literally the most helpful one ive found, I know it's been awhile, but we are dealing with similar repairs after being scammed :( the gusset you made, and those frame "outriggers" I didn't see how you attached it all together.

[@johnnymack8442]

Good job. Great choice on using pressure treated lumber for the repair. I would do the same.

[@Saltbox97]

nice work! Even in fast motion, I heard an "Owww F&*%K!" LOL

[@jamiebowman5552]

Wow terrific Job ...what a talent

[@klouism1]

Wow! That was a project indeed. Good Job!

[@noneofthisisreal75]

Great work. I'm fixing a $38000 toy hauler that's 4 years old and is twice as bad because the factory never hooked the shower to the grey tanks

[@crispyspa]

Holy S**t!

[@utahbones3094]

Great job! I'm getting ready to tackle my camper floor.

[@dufus2273]

you are "doing it right". Plywood not wafer board. treated sillplates and seal spray. I watched this video because I googled "rv floor repair" and found your video. I am doing the same thing right now to my 29" Holiday Rambler Aluma-Lite. Only difference is , I have aluminum frame in the sidewall and top. I am hoping to jack the sidewall up enough to slip the new plywood under the sidewall from inside the unit. I'm only going to replace a 4'x6"6" in the left rear under one of the twin beds. Unless more rot is found. Why these rv manufacturers use this "shit" wafer board is beyond me. If it ain't plywood, don't buy it. Thanks again for the helpful video.....

[@VanlifewithAlan]

I have a similar problem with my van. We are getting the replacement parts today.

[@audreyscott6918]

Omg 😱 your such a good friend and an awesome and smart guy to do the flooring! I wish you could help me as well! I would pay u! Your dope!

[@kennyc388]

Wood frame RV's are a fucking nightmare waiting to happen. Thank god for aluminum framing components. No rot.

[@jerryharrell1231]

Good job my friend. It is a slow tedious process I know.

[@scott33761]

Very nice repair.

[@mikemckinney9921]

Man o man your good, you make it look so easy. I subscribed to you'r channel, thank you for sharing.

[@captdad22]

Great vid, I ran into wood rot in my Keystone. Two spots, one I think is from roof drainage, and he other fr flooding

[@davidcooper2951]

+Thomas Herrick My keystone also has similar/same type issue. Replaced the front supports of ceiling, the ceiling and most all of the bathroom (22' Tailgator) last year and know that the damage up front also went aft, so I plan to do the floor like he did later this year. I was shocked at the poor craftsmanship and supports used in my Keystone Tailgator. I tend to think like crispyspa that they save a bit of coin on the build (increase margin) to make sure it has to be repaired years down the road. I sure do like my tailgator though . . .

[@captdad22]

The rot in my Keystone in on the opposite side of the door and runs under the master bed. Ive also got to refurb the jacks that are rusting. The process you've here seems time intrusive, understandably so though. A couple week ends for me to accomplish what I've to do I'm estimating. Good idea on the putty tape and the wall jack although I couldn't see how it was mounted top side. ANyway hope you got something in return from your neighbor for your considerable effort

[@gaile2241]

very impressive, you do good work

[@quarterlore6272]

I'm 2 minutes into this video and you have no idea how much money you're about to save me

[@rob891]

Nice work!! brings back memories of a floor repair I did on my camper last fall. Nowhere as elaborate as your job- the work area was just 42 inches x 18 inches between the foot of the bed and wall, mostly to the left of bedroom door. It still was a lot of work & very difficult because of the cramped work area. I could have removed the bed to give me breathing room to work but I wanted to avoid any extra work. I replaced the rotten joists & plywood , and the rotted out section of ledger. I reconstructed the floor frame with 2x2 pressure treated wood and combined 2 2x2 pieces of wood to make a 4x2 ledger. I elected to use 3 inch wood screws to hold the frame together rather than staples. The plywood you used looks like it's pressure treated. Is it? For some strange reason I couldn't find pressure treated 1/2" plywood up here in Toronto, also known as "marine plywood".

[@crispyspa]

rob891 Yeah it was green treated plywood

[@rob891]

A footnote to my post above-due to the cramped work area this made the job very difficult due to the stooping, kneeling and bending. Very hard on the knees & lower back-I actually injured my lower back in the process.

[@randysteele7386]

Awesome job man,loved your video!

[@jeffkaiser7767]

One manufacturer's rep told me most RV leaks are from the front, outside running lights. The water always ends up in the floor.

[@jackonthefarm5540]

Nice video. I am facing the same issue of jacking up the walls and inserting new lumber. But right at the end you said you still had to caulk the door. I think that is a mistake, That should have butyl tape under the frame flashing.

[@TheDouglash]

How did you jack up the wall? I mean there are a number of long wood screws that go through the wall frame, through the floor, and into the joists. I assume these screws have to be removed prior to lifting the wall. In addition to the screws I just mentioned are there any large bolts that holds the frame to the steel chassis?

[@NYVET48TFW]

30 hours labor. That's the issue...most people don't have the guts to do what you did, or the time. My dealer would have charged $4,500 for just the labor ($150/hr rate) so even $2,000 was not a bad deal, but it definitely pays to do it yourself. I have a corner I'm getting ready to do, in my large storage compartment, I'll save so much doing this myself.

[@ddfisheggs4561]

great workmanship

[@paulbensen8511]

Fantastic well done quality repair!

[@steveDIY]

@15:32 made me laugh! great work!

[@chrisworster4878]

DIY Dude slow it down to half speed

[@bobby3849]

Done in perfection the video and the work. Very detailed definitely enjoyed even the unedited moments 😂. Quick question please. If the new floor need get bite in between wall n lower floor? I’m in middle of doing one and was wondering if I can lay my new plywood and stitch to the original IF edges are NOT DAMAGED AND ROT. thank again for super clean detailed work and beautiful clip.🙏🙏

[@crispyspa]

If you have enough material to get a scab underneath the two flooring pieces you are trying to join, I see no problem with that as long as you use some gorilla glue or something.