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02-13-2018, 01:31 AM
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Nice Bob... thought about that also...
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02-13-2018, 02:38 AM
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Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Gemini 23TR
State: California
Posts: 981
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Originally Posted by nmcmilla
I have also learned to open windows and the door while retracting or extending the slide...that really cuts down on the labouring noise. Nancy
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When we purchased our previous rig ( Rockwood fifth wheel ) we were told to always open a window or the door when extending and retracting a slide. When extending they act like a plunger and when retracting they act like a pressure pump. I asked the Thor dealer about it and they just stood there looking confused. I will continue opening the door and allow the air to displace naturally.
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2017 Gemini 23TR Ford chassis w/ power stroke 3.2
DW, Daughter and 2 dogs, Sofie (black lab/boxer) and Phoebe (schnoodle)
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02-13-2018, 03:05 AM
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Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Forest River Forester 235
State: Indiana
Posts: 4,884
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I never thought about that. Haven’t noticed any issues though probably more often than not there is a window open. But it makes sense especially with my current full wall slide so I’m going to be more intentional about it. Thanks for the new knowledge!
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02-13-2018, 03:10 AM
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Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: ACE 30.2
State: Massachusetts
Posts: 441
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Get the "myLCI" app and see the vide section for slide, steps, and levelers maintenance and repairs. Will show you how, what, and when. You can even shop parts on the site. It's a goldmine for info.
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02-13-2018, 12:51 PM
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Brand: Crossroads
State: Ohio
Posts: 52
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02-13-2018, 02:16 PM
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Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Challenger 37 LX
State: Florida
Posts: 307
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I spray the tracks and support rollers under the full wall slide with silicone spray every few months. Old school I guess, but never heard of a part wearing out due to proper lubrication.
"Maintenance free" is like " fool proof" , especially on an RV...[emoji16]
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02-13-2018, 03:10 PM
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Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Axis 24.4
State: Michigan
Posts: 9,837
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Originally Posted by RV Pirate
I spray the tracks and support rollers under the full wall slide with silicone spray every few months. Old school I guess, but never heard of a part wearing out due to proper lubrication.
"Maintenance free" is like " fool proof" , especially on an RV...[emoji16]
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The trouble with making something fool proof is underestimating the fool.
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02-13-2018, 03:21 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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Quote:
Originally Posted by JamieGeek
The trouble with making something fool proof is underestimating the fool.
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 I have got to remember this sage bit of wisdom... 
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Current coach: Tiffin Wayfarer 24 BW
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02-13-2018, 05:30 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Gemini 24TX (Formerly)
State: California
Posts: 1,459
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Quote:
Originally Posted by mountainsam
When we purchased our previous rig ( Rockwood fifth wheel ) we were told to always open a window or the door when extending and retracting a slide. When extending they act like a plunger and when retracting they act like a pressure pump. I asked the Thor dealer about it and they just stood there looking confused. I will continue opening the door and allow the air to displace naturally.
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On our former 41 foot DP the slides were enormous and the amount of air they moved going out or in was substantial and noticeable. The two little tiny slides on our Gemini, and I would guess yours too, are so small they really do not move that much air. Its not really something I even think about on this coach, but sure did on the DP.
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02-13-2018, 05:36 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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Quote:
Originally Posted by mountainsam
When we purchased our previous rig ( Rockwood fifth wheel ) we were told to always open a window or the door when extending and retracting a slide. When extending they act like a plunger and when retracting they act like a pressure pump. I asked the Thor dealer about it and they just stood there looking confused. I will continue opening the door and allow the air to displace naturally.
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http://www.thorforums.com/forums/att...1&d=1518543350
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Good Sam Member 843599689
Current coach: Tiffin Wayfarer 24 BW
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02-20-2018, 05:26 AM
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Senior Member
State: Alaska
Posts: 103
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Slides are not air tight, is one of your lags longer than the other😀
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02-20-2018, 11:25 AM
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Brand: Still Looking
Model: Georgetown 31L5
State: Ohio
Posts: 269
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Quote:
Originally Posted by mountainsam
When we purchased our previous rig ( Rockwood fifth wheel ) we were told to always open a window or the door when extending and retracting a slide. When extending they act like a plunger and when retracting they act like a pressure pump. I asked the Thor dealer about it and they just stood there looking confused. I will continue opening the door and allow the air to displace naturally.
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A while back I had a travel trailer that actually had a warning sticker near the slide button saying that the door or window MUST be opened prior to operating the slide.
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02-20-2018, 07:12 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Still Looking
Model: 2019 Coachman Catalina
State: Wisconsin
Posts: 216
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Quote:
Originally Posted by RV Pirate
I spray the tracks and support rollers under the full wall slide with silicone spray every few months. Old school I guess, but never heard of a part wearing out due to proper lubrication.
"Maintenance free" is like " fool proof" , especially on an RV...[emoji16]
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Your tracks are under your slide, that means you have an entirely different system than the in wall slides being talked about here.
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02-20-2018, 11:59 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Forest River Forester 235
State: Indiana
Posts: 4,884
THOR #6826
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Druff
Your tracks are under your slide, that means you have an entirely different system than the in wall slides being talked about here.
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I think he means the flat sheets under the slide and the roller wheels that run on them to support the weight of the slide whilst it’s moving.
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