Slide Rooms 101, Slide Maintenance, Dos & Don'ts | Teach Me RV!

[@PeterCrooks-ss4vs]

Purchased: August 2023 - still works GREAT!I kzbin.infoUgkxxsUnXhGsSJLim_XnMHyQK0u3XVaW-CGn live in a studio and during the summer it gets scorching hot - really old building with no ac units. I can’t express how EASY it was to install. This unit has been a life savior during the summer and some days during other seasons where it can still be a bit warm at night. In this small place is my friend, a husky, poodle mix and myself. We need AC - lolI don’t use the dehumidifier option - I’m not sure if it will leak in my house, since I did not install the small draining hose that came with it. May look into it late but I don’t worry about much humidity in the apartment. I don’t understand why the negative reviews since all things mentioned, I personally did not find issues with. Definitely worth it!

[@athena_the_hun1097]

Thanks so much for the tips, especially about not falling for jacking up the slides when they are out.

[@KeystoneRVCenter]

Happy to help!

[@GoFlyPix]

I was always getting nervous when I hear that clicking noise thought maybe it was stripping the gears. Good to know I’m not damaging it according to what your saying about how you want to hear that clicking sound. Thanks.

[@pentonhusqvarna]

Love your videos. Simple, straight forward, not too lengthy, not trying to sell me something.

[@KeystoneRVCenter]

Thank you! We just want to get good info out to the RV community -JR

[@vickijd22]

Just wanted to say thanks for all the informative videos. My husband & I purchased an older Jayco 5th Wheel as total newbies to camping & he sat & studied KZbin videos at night while rehabbing the camper for 6 months. Eight days before our Maiden Voyage he was killed at work in a construction accident. 😢 I am now trying to learn & do all of this pretty much on my own, but it is a lot & it is hard for just one woman. I will use it myself sometimes, but plan to try to rent it out as a source of income. Your maintenance videos are a huge help to me. Thanks again.

[@therealjr1715]

I am so sorry for your loss and I am glad the videos do help. We have a full setup video that might help you too showing how to set it up int the campground

[@therealjr1715]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/mIO5Z6mmfZ2Jea8

[@HSkyler]

Vicki, very sorry to read about your husband and would like to give you a few words of encouragement from a solo woman traveler - to be. As a single woman, you're worth more than 100 men! Think of the journey and adventure, especially if you DON'T take it on. Join the Escapees RV Club and connect with other single women and men RV'ers and VERY helpful couples. Maybe you'll decide on a different or easier rig for your own skill set and travel plans. Whatever you do, I wish you the best.

[@khm2128]

Vicki, much love to you, from one widow to another.

[@bobabooie6389]

So sorry to hear about your husband's passing that's tragic I hope you have strength and are able to continue in life with happiness

[@terryandteresa]

Do's and more importantly DON'TS. EXCELLENT!!

[@spiffyg4939]

Great information! Also, thank you for NOT including music while the presenter is talking.

[@therealjr1715]

Thats all mark he makes me look good on camera

[@Hundert1]

DEFINITELY appreciated no blasting crazy Musik, thank God 👍

[@kanakanorcal2565]

No he doesn't. Lmao

[@crashweekly7925]

This video just saved me $260 on a set of 4 slide jacks, I never had them on any of my other trailers and didn't know why I thought I needed them now. Glad I watched this video before hitting check out on amazon. They were actually a great price too.

[@szinski]

The Schwintek gears need to be lubricated too (not the track, as you pointed out). You use that same CRC Power Lube with PTFE, you bend the straw nozzle into a U-shape then spray the gears (top and bottom) on each side. Lippert (maker of Schwintek) has a video called "In-Wall Slide-Out System - Mechanical Lubrication" ... search for it here on KZbin.

[@therealjr9175]

Yep agree that is the latest info they have put out. This video is about 2 years old

[@KeystoneRVCenter]

Each generation changes

[@crankinhankin1826]

Here is my tip... Learn to do your own RV maintenance and use a good car maintenance management program ( I use Automotive Wolf car care software ) to track and monitor it all. It also tracks all my parts, expenses and creates a detailed vehicle maintenance log. After RV'ing for over 10 years I've saved thousands by doing most of the maintenance myself and there is a lot of it on an RV! A small roof leak can cost you thousands in repairs so I check my roof at least twice a year. Keep on top of the maintenance and you'll save money and be RV'ing for years :)

[@KeystoneRVCenter]

If you can do it yourself yes! -JR

[@NoWay-xu1ie]

A nother thing , if you have a auto lever system. Make sure the slide is all the way in before leveling or releveling. If parked on soft ground. Also on my Coachman Chaperal the seal under the slide was to wide and got caught in the rollers tearing the seal. We found this after driving in the rain. We was given a new seal to install. Sounds like a common problem.

[@katrinaanon1038]

On the Schwintek Lippert recomends lubing with CRC Power Lube with PTFE in the green can (industrial). I had a slideout that would not fully retract even after resyncing. I lubbed 7 of the 8 bearing stations (one is difficult to get at) and now it slideouts perfectly.

[@therealjr9175]

Yep sometimes that is the only problem

[@KeystoneRVCenter]

We are going to do another video on this soon

[@All2Skitzd]

I have a Thor Dutchman and it says support the slide on extended use. Others say it makes their rig more stable but I didn't notice a change.

[@therealjr9175]

Is it a rear slide? Do you have a link to the owners manual saying that?

[@KimberlySmith-iy8bi]

Very good information. I have a question about my bedroom slide. I want to permanently remove the slide put up a wall and turn it into an office. I know this can be done. However the cost. Feasibility. Overall will it be a great thing or Not so much. I have a 5th wheel. Older model 2016. Just looking for an honest professional opinion

[@williamrhea3535]

It would be nice to see you take care of a slide that isn't rack and pinion. My rails actually have teeth but I assume they would also need lubing every so often.

[@scotthicks8338]

Just wanted to say that the CRC products are very good. If you have a specific chemical need for your maintenance program, such as the slide lubricant, or battery terminal protectant, or dielectric grease, CRC makes good quality products.

[@therealjr1715]

Agree Thanks for watching and commenting

[@KyleRipton]

It didn't show me anything about adjusting the slideouts but thank you for showing this the information is great.

[@therealjr9175]

Adjusting the slides is something that should be done by factory trained techs. Take it to a dealership that has experience with it

[@michaelcopps5683]

BIG THANK YOU to Keystone RV et al , Got on here a day after "almost" finishing the USED monster Dutchman 5th wheel "flushing" adding anti-freeze and slid the dining room "in" BUT not all the way... it resisted on the far side so I stopped using the rocker switch button immediately. This one side still has 4 inches to move in flush. IF, there is a slightly bent /rack can it still be retracted or replaced somehow? Now I can peruse your handy info as I plan to have this dilemma fixed b4 freeze up. Hoping it is only a sandal/ (flip flop) when I return with my clean rag, "CRC" RV "Power Lube" rack/pinion spray, "CRC" battery corrosion prevention and high hopes this will not be too costly and time consuming. Now, where are those old coveralls? Nice clean shop...looking ship-shape; I must add.

[@KeystoneRVCenter]

Depends on what is wrong with it but long story short it needs to get to a service tech to diag in person

[@dustytravels9458]

Really appreciate the info. Quick question.. is OK to extend the slides in and out, on a fifth-wheel when over-nighting on the road, while still hooked up to the truck (not leveling the camper), or does the camper have to be unhooked and leveled first? Thx!

[@KeystoneRVCenter]

Yes it is fine. If it's on level enough ground to sleep you will be fine putting out the slide. Just be sure to put the slide the entire way out -JR

[@jasonvandergrift2889]

You said not to step on the slide when it isn't all the way out, what about sitting on the couch or at the table when the slide is all the way in, like when traveling? My Jayco Seneca has the same rack and pinion slide mechanism on the slide that contains the couch and dinette. It also has 4 seat belts at the dinette and 3 on the couch. It would seem that it could tolerate people sitting here while traveling, but I often wonder about it.

[@therealjr1715]

I will say if it is a truck rack and pinion do not....that being said contact Jayco and see what they say. I understand your logic and want to agree with it but we do not deal with Jaycos motorhome division so they may have something different with there setup. I try to talk about the rule and not the exception to the rules in the videos. Have I seen brands that you can, yes but more often see ones that cant

[@jvc8947]

I hope that’s a motorhome and not a trailer.

[@msdarwin04]

I have a Jayco 38FFDS 2016 model. with the rack and pinion slideout. When I put it all the way out and get the clicking sound. The interior bottom frame is not flush against the wall and there is a slight downward tilt when sitting in the slide. I am unsure of what to do about this as I am pretty sure the slide floor should be level with the rest of the RV floor.

[@therealjr9175]

which slide room

[@msdarwin04]

@@therealjr9175 sorry, never got a notification someone responded. It is the main living room slide

[@scottdowning538]

That was great information I have not viewed anything pertaining to the slides thank you very much I have not yet purchased my first trailer but I am trying to do as much research as possible that was very useful again thank you

[@therealjr9175]

Thank you so much for the kind words and I am glad we were able to help you with this! Let me know if you have any other videos ideas in the future and we will try and get them shot for you

[@KeystoneRVCenter]

Very welcome

[@bigbooger1000]

Thank you guys for the videos! Bought a new one last month and didn’t get a lot of these detailed instructions for maintenance! Appreciate you here in Oklahoma.

[@therealjr9175]

Glad we can help! We know dealers do not talk about all the "Scary stuff" so we try to inform our viewers as much as possible

[@KeystoneRVCenter]

Our pleasure!

[@truetexan7755]

I guessing that low voltage on the battery(s) will cause the motors on the slides to draw excessive current overheating the motor internal windings, and causing premature failure?

[@therealjr1715]

Yes

[@michaelmitchell5327]

Do you have video on manually pulling in your rack and pinion slide outs.

[@KeystoneRVCenter]

I have it on the list of things to do -JR

[@TakeDeadAim]

Also, if a Swintek style...ensure you HOLD the button at LEAST 5 seconds after it's fully out or in. The motors must "synch" again. If you just let go right when it stops moving they could stop at slightly different positions and bind the slide the next time you go to open or close it. Some with your power awning...won't hurt anything at all.

[@therealjr1715]

Yes

[@Hundert1]

Ohh, this is information which is great to know. I'm not certain we must always roll the awning entirely out though. I think maybe we have flexibility in how far out we can roll the awning. Basically, it would be very nice if we didn't have to roll out the entire awning. Same for slides it would be great if everything working fine with slide only partially out. But maybe it just can't be done. But I think Awnings can still be fine with only partially rolled out? Thanks

[@charlesherr1027]

Why would you shake and move the product (can) while showing it? I still don't know what that CRC product is.

[@KeystoneRVCenter]

www.amazon.com/CRC-Industrial-Performance-Lubricant-weight/dp/B000P1E7ZS

[@KeystoneRVCenter]

CRC - 3045 Power Lube Industrial High Performance Lubricant with PTFE

[@bennyb1145]

I have a 2015 Primetime the big slide with the couch and table does not go all the way out an the bottom sits up a little about 1 inch I can't get my fingers in the top of the slide but the bottom I can beside the wall

[@therealjr9175]

Thats a slide alignment issue and needs to be taken to a dealer. It is like doing a front end alignment should only be done by someone who does it for a living

[@chuckcoughlin3112]

Can you do a video on what to do if you slide get stuck?

[@KeystoneRVCenter]

Yes it is on my list -JR

[@richardwierzbicki9626]

I saw in the video how you conditioned the outside rubber against the slide. You mentioned there is one inside. How in the world do you get to that one? It's almost impossible in my 2019 passport 2810bh. Thoughts? Thanks.

[@therealjr9175]

Depending on the slide I just bump it in slightly and use a step ladder. This only works on rack and pinion and cable slides. If its side mounted gear slides this can damage it. Let me know what ya got

[@davesofresh84]

I'm a bit confused, so you can't put weight on the area where the slide would be if its not completely out?

[@therealjr9175]

That is correct for 90% of the slides on the market yes but without know what brand and model I can not be sure

[@bobgil3464]

What is the best way to check for flip-flops on a Schwintek. I am serious slide out sticks on one side about 5 inches out.

[@KeystoneRVCenter]

Typically not an issue with them...that is more often a issue with the motor or brain -JR

[@johnwinter9722]

Nicely done video! My slide room has cables top and bottom on both sides. Any lube suggestions on that?

[@KeystoneRVCenter]

Got a video on that. I will get you a link -JR

[@KeystoneRVCenter]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/oKm4fmmIep2Ibqs

[@dreammakerkids]

My side is off track. about how much will it cost to restore it

[@therealjr9175]

Has to go into a shop. Depends on how out of alignment it is and how much work has to be done to get it back in line

[@KeystoneRVCenter]

Have to get it in the shop

[@patrickschley6418]

One of my slide jerks as it slides in and out, Any idea? I'm not sure if its a Schwintek because it has cables on both side on the lower side of the unit.

[@KeystoneRVCenter]

What did the service department come up with? I think we talked on the phone -JR

[@richardcrumley3321]

My 2018 Montana 3160 Living room and Kitchen slide will not move. This is electrical as I can jump1 hot wire from one switch to this slide switch and it will operate in and out. At this point I am unable to locate a fuse that would cover these slides. Can you advise the location of the slide fuse???

[@KeystoneRVCenter]

You would have to contact the manufacture. We are a dealership in the Keystone State of Pennsylvania. We sell Jayco and Forest River JR

[@jshoota19ify]

Is,a little, grease ok to use for the rack and pinion slideout?

[@therealjr9175]

No manufacture I am aware of recommends it

[@KeystoneRVCenter]

We do not use grease it attracts dirt

[@mydyisgod]

Purely by accident, I came across your page!!! Super glad I did too. Gonna subscribe and receive every video. You are awesome with teaching, showing what to use and telling what not to use. Thank you very much.

[@therealjr1715]

Thank you so much for watching and subscribing! I am lucky to have a job that I love and a company that is as focused as I am on taking care of the RV community. If you are ever in the area stop in and say Hi!

[@kaydenfarrington7920]

Do you have it focused, Mark?

[@therealjr1715]

MARK FOCUS!

[@Laststepp]

Mark, pivot. Pivotttt

[@nataliereyes4362]

Hello I have been a @2004 Wilderness 5th Wheel. I have a leak in the seal pop out. Do I just spray one of those sprays on the rubber part inside and outside?

[@therealjr9175]

Going to have to figure out where the leak is coming in at

[@daleb5696]

Also the schwintek should not be stopped halfway as I had trouble with mine getting out of sync! Like he said all the way in or all the way out

[@KeystoneRVCenter]

Thank you

[@smithwahl]

Why does the slide click like it is missing a gear when it is fully extended our retracted?

[@KeystoneRVCenter]

When you are extending the slide the motor does click on rack and pinon slide when it is fully extended or retracted. Is that what you are talking about?

[@dkleath8697]

I have purchased a used Kit Companion 32ft 5th Wheel. There are flat nylon strips (aprx 3" wide × 1/2" thick) underneath that run in the direction toward/ away from trailer body > WHERE CAN I BUY REPLACEMENTS ? Some are broken or screws have unattached. THANK YOU FOR YOUR HELPFULNESS!

[@KeystoneRVCenter]

Most RV dealerships should be able to get you them -JR

[@W7MMG]

I have a 2008 Damon Tuscany and the driver side rear slide has difficulty moving out. Very sticky. But comes in just fine. Not sure if it’s a Schwintek or not. It has 2 rollers underneath it and has a steel cable on each side of it. Can’t find anything I could possibly lube. My only thought is to treat the slide seals. Is there anything else i can do with this type of slide?

[@KeystoneRVCenter]

Have to have a service tech look at it. Hard to diag over the internet

[@rogerhoward2302]

Do you have anything on cable operated slides?

[@therealjr9175]

We do have a video on it

[@Hundert1]

@@therealjr9175 Could you provide us with the link please. Thanks

[@Hundert1]

I hear cable slides are very good because they grab and hold the slide box from all four corners, not just from the bottom.

[@explorationsrenovations5982]

You didn’t speak to the Norco/Accu-slide cable driven systems. Do you recommend lubing the cables on them? If do, with what?? Thanks.

[@KeystoneRVCenter]

We have a video on that

[@KeystoneRVCenter]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/oKm4fmmIep2Ibqs

[@cdavidwilliams5166]

Mark or anyone else I have a 2016 Cougar 333MKS the bedroom slide does not have cables or tracks it has two 2” square steel tubing that operates off a motor that brings the slide in. It’s rusty can I use a grease or silicone on it to aid in the tubing touching each other or will it create problems.

[@therealjr9175]

I would have to see it to know if it is rack & pinion. Can you send a picture to us on Instagram?

[@Hundert1]

Thank you! Please keep up the thorough and information packed videos. Thanks for your efforts to educate both the public and yourselves regarding proper care and maintenance, please continue. Please thoroughly explain all the advantages and disadvantages to each and every different slide out system. It would be very helpful if you discussed the cable slide system also. Thanks again, and thank you for not playing any Musik! God Bless you and happy, safe RVing to everyone 👍🌷💖

[@therealjr9175]

Thank you! And we do have a video up already on the cable slides

[@CapeFrank57]

Question from an expert, I have an issue with the slide went all the way out the right top side of the slide. It’s not touching the inner wall. I can actually stick my fingers between the wall and the rubber seal only at the top right corner the rest of the slide is touching the wall, when the slide is all the way out, what could be the problem thank you I would appreciate what you think the problem might be By the way, this is a four slide unit only one of them has the issue. Thank you.

[@davidburgoyne7489]

My 98 coachmens slide is stuck about 6 inches shy of all the way out. I know nothing about them, bought this used and delivered, no battery at all, the slide went out then stopped and won't go back in , checked fuses, I am gong to get a battery for it and try that. It was hooked to the delivery truck to get it out that far, am plugged in to the campground power.

[@therealjr1715]

could be a skip in the gears, motor alignment, slide out of alignment...take it to a pro so they can take a look at it. Hard to correctly diag a problem over the internet

[@fastmovingwaters]

Did I miss something? He said to clean the cable on ShwinTech. Did he say to spray it too???

[@KeystoneRVCenter]

Wipe it with a dry rag -JR

[@fastmovingwaters]

@@KeystoneRVCenter Thank you. Good video.

[@rockyvaldes8293]

Do cable drive slide outs require maintenance?

[@MikeyMK-ct7jr]

Curious about that one too. I have just been putting some slide lube on the cable it self. Not sure if any other thing needs to be done.

[@KeystoneRVCenter]

Yes but not much we did a video on it

[@jamesguralski5156]

Lol awesome. The caped camper super hero

[@KeystoneRVCenter]

I love that!

[@marymenant9661]

I have watched many of your videos. Many very informative. One issue it there is a Recall on the slide out floors being installed below the sidewalls and the water runs to the 1” flooring that is press wood. Horrible company. Taking shortcuts on my rv and both sides of slide out rotten and Keystone won’t admit poor building. This slide out has protected on bottom where mine doesn’t at the rotted area. Batman please rescue me.

[@KeystoneRVCenter]

What kind of RV is this?

[@brandoncaldwell95]

Dont forget to mention about the craptastic roofs some trailers have. Ours just shredded off, and it has eletrical bugs after a tire blew shredding the underskirting. $32,000 camper owned for 3 years and now totaled. To be fair, she does get a lot of highways miles.

[@artiemcbride629]

What about the cable slides?

[@therealjr9175]

We have a video on that uploaded already

[@thehoovah]

Careful people CRC also makes brake clean

[@therealjr9175]

Yep

[@KeystoneRVCenter]

Yes they do

[@french-9743]

Does anyone know what company could install or sell slide rooms for RVs? Thanks

[@therealjr9175]

Like complete built slide rooms ?

[@toolsandtoys6606]

Whats makes the crc better to cost more

[@therealjr9175]

Not sure about the ins and out but I go off what the shop and manufactures tell me

[@KeystoneRVCenter]

Thats what the manufacture says to use

[@yawn4895]

Hi! Although you may have mentioned this in your video, my slide room switch does not work. I got a new caravan, and I do not know how to make the switch work. Can you give me some tips?

[@KeystoneRVCenter]

No, sorry its an in-depth diagnostics Simple Does the switch have power? Does it have power? Starting with those will be the biggest thing

[@laosrefugee5232]

Our slide out motor kept stopping on its way in and there plastic Shaving at the bottom of one side. What’s the problem? I got 2016 KeyStone Bullet trailer

[@KeystoneRVCenter]

Some slides use plastic ramps at the bottom. Get that looked at. Could be an alignment issue

[@michaelvenezia3289]

Is there maintenance on cable driven slides, other then the seals?

[@KeystoneRVCenter]

Yes we did a video on that next post will have link And I am adding that into the description

[@KeystoneRVCenter]

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[@sharibarrere3829]

Hi Batman, I have a slide out problem on my 2019 Aspen Trail RV. I don't have a battery because I have electric power hookups. The slide out motor isn't working. Is there someway I can troubleshoot it or can it come out manually? I would greatly appreciate your help. Thanks and have a great day. Shari

[@KeystoneRVCenter]

Some units still require a battery to be hooked up. I would keep a battery on it so I do not cook the converter -JR

[@pierceburns9219]

What products do you recommend in fixing a side outs and a swing tech?

[@therealjr9175]

What are we fixing on it?

[@KeystoneRVCenter]

Alignment is what I am thinking you need

[@themorgansonthemove2705]

Great But, how do I service my Non Rack & Pinion slide out on my cougar 279RKSWE. Currently my main slide is shaking and/or struggling when extending and retracting.

[@therealjr1715]

Check your owners manual from Keystone Manufacture or contact them [phone] We do not sell any Keystone Products. I am sorry I can not help more with that question

[@CannonRaystrings]

Hello guys, Love the info you give out. So my question to you guys if you can elaborate about the slide out supports. I bought my self a 2014 Keystone Outback and am currently living out of it. I have my slide outs out most of the time. My buddy who’s been Doing RV stuff for most his life. Swares by the “RV supports” because they need to be supported if they are left out for extended periods of times and will brake down if they are not supported. What do I do?

[@KeystoneRVCenter]

Listen to the manufactures that say do not use slide supports as it will void the warranty. I do not use them at my own permanent site location. JR

[@tangerinesummer9709]

Hi, Thank you for your video! I have had my RV for about 5 years. I was not aware the slide needs to be all the way in or all the way out. I left it many times about halfway. Now under the dinette seats, there is a musty smell. I ripped out the carpet under both seats, cleaned thoroughly with baking soda, vinegar, tea tree oil, and bought an air dryer. I open everything up when I leave and put on an electric fan. When it is closed up it starts to smell musty again. Any suggestions?

[@therealjr9175]

Have to find the source of the mold and eliminate it. If you have never checked your silicon sealant on the RV find a credible rv dealership to do a pressure leak test on the RV. Make sure that water is not coming in from somewhere else. Another thing you can do if you are sure that water is not coming in is roof vent covers. I recommend the MaxAirII, we have a video on the different types. Installing them will allow air to circulate in your RV while it is sitting without rain coming in the roof vent

[@scotttenney3720]

Should the slide out stabilizer jacks be used?

[@KeystoneRVCenter]

Not if they did not come with them from the factory. Most slides are designed to be used without them -JR

[@jammingwithibeas1949]

What can I do if the slides seem to sit on the main floor when brought in? There are dents in the floor where the slides rest.

[@therealjr9175]

That might be something out of alignment I would get it in a service department to be checked out shortly

[@mikeparks7033]

what is the CRC lubricant? i couldnt read the can label fully...

[@KeystoneRVCenter]

www.walmart.com/ip/CRC-03045-Power-Lube-Industrial-High-Performance-Lubricant-with-PTFE-11-oz/21384117

[@jasonsadler9184]

I had to replace a hydro cylinder on my slide when i send it out doesnt seem like the top completely go all the way out how do i fix thia

[@therealjr9175]

Could be an alignment issue but we would have to see it in the shop

[@KeystoneRVCenter]

What ended up happening here?

[@knightclan4]

Thanks

[@ShaneMKelley]

I actually just purchased a keystone hideout and I was wondering how I'd go about cleaning the rust on the long drive bolt things lol, Should I take a wire brush and clean in then use some sort of rust dissolver then can I paying it with some spray paint or would that make the layers too thick and cause issues with paint chips or hiding rust..I feel as though I should give them some TLC before I really hit the road

[@robertwatkins8220]

Don't you lube the side and top of the rack and pinion slide?

[@KeystoneRVCenter]

All wear points needs to be lubed. Look for worn metal and lube it. But most systems recommend the bottom gears over to prevent over lubrication

[@mamaofmany2012]

I have a 2011 Keystone Outback that I bought a few months ago. The one that has the slide out in the back for the master bedroom. I was thinking about getting the support jacks that go underneath the slide out when I noticed the slideout is no longer level but after sliding it out it leans downhill somewhat. Not sure what is causing this but I would say it does need support. Any suggestions?

[@KeystoneRVCenter]

They were notorious for the top header going weak and leaning. We all cringe with them. At one point they tried putting in slide braces from the factory but they finally stop building them for some time. The RS (rear slide) models scare us as dealer on trade. This is why I hate the fact they have a similar name to us. Luckily we sell Jayco & Forest River Products -JR

[@jamesbroderick3660]

What if you keep ur slide out 24/7 365

[@therealjr1715]

I would still recommend the same if not more up keep. The slide seals do not get any rest from the sun. The other thing I would say is put a slide topper on it

[@All2Skitzd]

Mine says in manual to support it on extended use

[@trinab4mayab1997]

Love your videos. For newbies like me researching can you do a video on calculating the actual travel trailer weight for your vehicle. So many people tell me I can pull anything for my Ram hemi 5.7 1500.

[@trinab4mayab1997]

Oh and should you go to a weight station with everything you carrying and full tanks to make sure you are in your tow limits?

[@KeystoneRVCenter]

If you are going to dry camp you can weigh it with a full fresh tank but I never understand why people do it with all the tanks full. If you started with a full fresh tank only I do not know how you are getting more water on board with that.

[@KeystoneRVCenter]

I want to know I am safe before I buy it

[@KeystoneRVCenter]

Yep best to know the correct numbers and do it safe -JR

[@LyfUninterrupted]

I have a Winnebago Class A with Kwikee FLS digisync system. Is there a proper way to lubricate the rams?

[@therealjr1715]

support.lci1.com/slide-outs-support-kwikee-slide-out-systems

[@thecanadianrvrepairguy3062]

Great general overview of maintenance of a slide. Good maintenance makes my job easy.

[@therealjr1715]

easy if you know what to do....if you think of other video ideals let us know

[@stevelandry6387]

Very helpful information, thanks! The CRC spray.... I was unable to see the label on the can. More information please and thank you.

[@therealjr1715]

CRC Power Lube....if you call 1-800-232-3279 and ask for John in Parts he will be able to get you all the details on it for sure

[@Colaaah]

1:28 Pause there...

[@liammanning8334]

i bought a used trailer. I need to replacethe whole floor of the slide out. can I jack up the slide out to replace the floor?

[@KeystoneRVCenter]

Not going to answer that. Sorry too many things can go wrong. Take it to the professionals and let them repair it

[@McMullenCharlie]

Fantastic video and host! I'm only thinking about buying a used 5th wheel with slide-out and this guy has given great great advice about them. THANKS!!!

[@KeystoneRVCenter]

Sure thing! Glad you enjoyed. Have fun with the new used 5th wheel -JR

[@rvodyssey9223]

I have a keystone 2006 Montana model number 3500 RL and my slide won't go back in. I've only had this trailer for 2 days. Is there anything I could try? Things I have tried was at the pump there is a manual mode if you put a 1/4 hex screw in but that didn't take in the slides at all. I was trying to figure out how to get underneath the bed in the master but it is completely boxed in to take a look at a motor there. Now when I do touch the slide button for it to come in the motor is running on its own. That's the motor in the hall. I'm not sure about the actual individual slide motors. Now how it works in that 2006 the first slide that goes in is the bedroom slide then the living room slides and then the kitchen slide. It's a total of four slides altogether. Any help from anyone at this point would be nice.

[@KeystoneRVCenter]

Sorry just getting to this comment. What was the issue? -JR

[@CraigDovidio]

How about passport ultra light grand touring slides?

[@therealjr1715]

We do not sell any Keystone Products...Pennsylvania is the Keystone State which is how we got our name. I am not sure what slides are on that unit. We do have a cable slide video too but I would say check your owners manual to confirm

[@MrRider2012]

The grinding noise at the end of the slide movement has me worried on my RV you say it is normal. Could you explain why is a noise like gears stripping is normal , Thanks

[@KeystoneRVCenter]

It shouldn't make a grinding noise, it should be a "clicking" or "ratcheting" sound. You do need to let go of the button as soon as you hear it, what you're hearing is the ram reaching the end of it's stroke and the gear "ratcheting" to prevent it from stripping out and continuing to attempt to push the slide room further than the stop allows. If it is in fact a grinding sound you should have it checked out.

[@therealjr1715]

What Mark said below....

[@Hundert1]

@@KeystoneRVCenter I'm told some slide out systems have automatic shut off so we can hold the switch forever because it automatically shuts off when the slide is all the way out. To me this is a much more intelligent design and the purpose of advancement education science and technology which makes life easier, simpler, cheaper, safer, less stressful and more fun and peaceful for all humans.

[@sandys2672]

My schwintek Cougar bedslide is clicking but wont go out.

[@KeystoneRVCenter]

Get it into a service department -JR

[@shop2876]

Thank you guys for posting these videos. I always get more info that I just didn't think of. Great job!

[@therealjr1715]

Thank you for watching and commenting I hope this helps

[@glendasmith7480]

Wonderful. Many thx. Just what I needed to see.

[@KeystoneRVCenter]

Glad it helped -JR

[@38jk]

How work awnings down on Hymer

[@therealjr9175]

I think auto-correct got you here I am lost

[@rlenoxIII]

Thanks for a great informational video, I'm glad I happened crossed your channel.

[@KeystoneRVCenter]

Thanks for watching! Subscribe we have a ton of videos out -JR

[@kimperry2199]

Thanks!

[@therealjr9175]

Glad we could help

[@KeystoneRVCenter]

No problem!

[@cartee72]

Is it ok to use grease on the gear part of the slide?

[@therealjr1715]

With the slides that I am familiar with no. Grease attracts dirt and that can destroy the gear system

[@suzanneantonich4106]

I’ve seen a video or two about using talcum powder on the slide seals as opposed to a spray that will attract dirt. What do you advise as far as talcum powder use?

[@timcreech843]

I’ve got a 2003 5th wheel forest river cardinal and have always used talcum powder on slide seals never had any trouble and have never had to replace them and they look just like they did when I purchased it new so go figure to each there own and it sits out side uncovered except in winter then I cover it up

[@KeystoneRVCenter]

We would suggest following your manufacturers care instructions during the warranty period. I've not used talcum powder nor have I really heard of many people doing it, it doesn't mean it doesn't work but the use of unapproved substances on the slide seals could harm them or void the warranty.

[@LyfUninterrupted]

Talcum powder contains a friable form of Asbestos. Or at least it use to. Check out the class action lawsuit against Johnson & Johnson. I use a dry lube that does not attract dirt. Never use WD40.

[@drodriguez3935]

I need the people to speak on the slide out jacks no or go I’ve done research on the jacks everyone seems happy!

[@KeystoneRVCenter]

If you're speaking of the jacks that you place under the slide out room to "stabilize" them, we say "No!" The use of slide out room jacks can void your warranty and the manufacturer of the unit says NOT to use them. They put pressure on the bottom of the slide and cause the slide room to become misaligned. They also will reduce the amount of seal you get on the top of the slide out room and could cause your slide out room to leak.

[@therealjr1715]

Yes NO GO on jacks under the slides

[@drodriguez3935]

Your video was great an informative however I Would like to here from the people! No disrespect... I would almost never get a honest answer if I walked up to a car salesman an ask him to give me the cons on a vehicle at the end of the day they work off commission. the people as a whole don’t lie

[@thewanderingalbatross1061]

If they needed to be used they're come with it. The fact a dealership or service center is telling you NOT to buy something should be indicator enough.

[@pedrojim2010]

they are designed to have that weight on the arms...if you take off the weight on the arms and you run the slide room in, you have a good possibility that you will throw your slide out of time and strip the gear pack.

[@CT9905.]

Do you have enough Caffeine?

[@therealjr9175]

Typically Not

[@KeystoneRVCenter]

Not yet -JR

[@mariom6449]

Thank you!

[@therealjr9175]

Glad we could help

[@KeystoneRVCenter]

You're welcome!

[@robm5583]

Good info especially about women and flip flops

[@KeystoneRVCenter]

Dudes rock them too -JR

[@michaelmilkovich4836]

CRC makes a lot of products which crc was that you cant read the can in the video?

[@therealjr1715]

Power lube

[@Colaaah]

1:28 Pause there...

[@marcelkaffine7343]

Fantastic video. Thanks.

[@KeystoneRVCenter]

Glad you liked it! Thank you for watching

[@trantor5656]

Red Bull should sponsor.

[@therealjr9175]

Are you offering? Thank you so much for the Christmas Gift