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09-14-2018, 03:28 PM
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Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Vegas
State: Colorado
Posts: 54
THOR #9249
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Slide maybe out of sync Vegas
I noticed that the slide does not return flush to the body on our 2016 Vegas like it used to, it is slightly on the body molding now. Maybe motors slightly out of sync? Hopefully I upload pic correctly.
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09-14-2018, 03:49 PM
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Axis/Vegas Enthusiast
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Axis 24.4
State: Michigan
Posts: 9,837
THOR #1150
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Have you synced the slide at all? (Run it all the way out and when it stops keep the button pressed for an extra 3-5 seconds after the motors stop. Do the same thing when fully retracting it. I do that every singe time I move the slide.)
With the slide extended have you examined the inside part there: Is there any pieces extending that would prevent the slide from retracting fully? On ours the triangle trim piece there covering the corner came loose--might want to check that.
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09-14-2018, 04:02 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: 2017 Axis 25.4
State: Arkansas
Posts: 2,669
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Jaimegeek, is your slide perfectly even on both sides? Mine has always been off about half an inch but it seals fine. Never had any issues.
Roadcouple, Hard to tell from this pic, is one side sticking out further than the other? Is the rubber seal compressed where it wont leak? Mine is off about an half an inch (Maybe a little less) and its never been a problem.
Post more pics and always operate your slide like Jamesgeek said.
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09-14-2018, 04:18 PM
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Axis/Vegas Enthusiast
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Axis 24.4
State: Michigan
Posts: 9,837
THOR #1150
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Yes my side sits flush against the outer wall when fully retracted; always has.
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09-14-2018, 05:17 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Gemini 24TX (Formerly)
State: California
Posts: 1,459
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My understanding is, with the schwintek slides, its pretty important to keep them synchronized, by, as already stated, keeping the button depressed for an additional five seconds or so every time the slide is extended or retracted. I do that every time, and so far so good.
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09-14-2018, 07:51 PM
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Junior Member
State: Alaska
Posts: 7
THOR #6907
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Laco
My understanding is, with the schwintek slides, its pretty important to keep them synchronized, by, as already stated, keeping the button depressed for an additional five seconds or so every time the slide is extended or retracted. I do that every time, and so far so good.
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My slide sits as your pic shows. Has from Day 1. No probs.
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09-14-2018, 07:54 PM
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I Think We're Lost!
Brand: Still Looking
Model: Tiffin Wayfarer 24 BW
State: New York
Posts: 22,195
THOR #8860
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Hopefully; all it needs is a good re-syncing!
Let us know how it works out; good luck!
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09-14-2018, 10:24 PM
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Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Vegas
State: Colorado
Posts: 54
THOR #9249
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Yep, we hold the button 3-4 seconds each time going out or in. Also we do not use the slide unless it is level.
Did check for something stuck behind the couch, Jamie which piece of trim are you referring to? We are out of town without the Vegas for a few days but will update thread when we get back Monday.
Thanks for the replies.
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09-14-2018, 10:28 PM
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I Think We're Lost!
Brand: Still Looking
Model: Tiffin Wayfarer 24 BW
State: New York
Posts: 22,195
THOR #8860
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We'll be roasting marshmallows around the campfire; while awaiting your anticipated report of success...
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09-15-2018, 12:09 AM
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Axis/Vegas Enthusiast
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Axis 24.4
State: Michigan
Posts: 9,837
THOR #1150
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Quote:
Originally Posted by roadcouple
Yep, we hold the button 3-4 seconds each time going out or in. Also we do not use the slide unless it is level.
Did check for something stuck behind the couch, Jamie which piece of trim are you referring to? We are out of town without the Vegas for a few days but will update thread when we get back Monday.
Thanks for the replies.
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Ok you checked behind the couch, but on the outside (extend the slide and then look behind the trim piece in your picture--is there something sticking out the back side towards the camper wall).
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09-15-2018, 12:50 AM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Miramar 34.4
State: Iowa
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Are you certain it's just not that the trim piece has moved. It looks like in the picture perhaps the corner trim has moved slightly.
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09-15-2018, 01:35 AM
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Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Vegas
State: Colorado
Posts: 54
THOR #9249
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Great points on the molding. I am a great one for missing the simple things.
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09-15-2018, 02:52 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Axis 25.4
State: California
Posts: 784
THOR #6582
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Quote:
Originally Posted by roadcouple
Great points on the molding. I am a great one for missing the simple things.
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That molding was too long when new, I could see daylight from inside with the slide retracted. It was cut back at delivery inspection.
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09-18-2018, 03:16 PM
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Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Vegas
State: Colorado
Posts: 54
THOR #9249
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Back in town and checked out the slide, the weatherstrip is compressed and there are no gaps I can see.
The pie shaped molding is tight (makes sense with it closed) and no sign of cracks in the adhesive.
I cannot fully extend the slide due to space constraints and everything I read says do not extend part way so I will check for external obstructions and see if the molding moves on our next trip.
I could swear that it used to fit flush with the body but since the weatherstrip looks good and it is virtually the same thickness as the other side, unless I see an exterior obstruction next trip I will just watch it.
Thanks again for the replies, if I find anything conclusive I will share the info.
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09-18-2018, 07:00 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Gemini 24TX (Formerly)
State: California
Posts: 1,459
THOR #5821
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Seems if the seal is compressed and flush with the body and the slide extends and retracts with no problems, you should, in theory, be ok. When you can, run it out and in several times, just to be sure it stays aligned, and there are no strange noises as it goes in and out.
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