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01-05-2021, 10:28 PM
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Junior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
State: South Carolina
Posts: 5
THOR #7225
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Can I stand on the roof of my Gemini?
Quick question.
Can I climb on top of my Gemini and install a Maxxair vent cover over my existing Maxxair fan?
I own a 2016 Gemini 23TR. Unfortunately I’m a big fella (285 lbs). Can’t find anything about the weight limit for the roof.
Thanks in advance for any replies/advice.
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01-05-2021, 11:06 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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Treat it like it's thin ice: go up on your hands and knees; doing everything possible to spread your weight out on the roof.
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01-05-2021, 11:49 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
State: California
Posts: 877
THOR #17478
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Some have put an old blanket and then plywood down to help spread the weight.
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01-06-2021, 12:30 AM
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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 MLP
Some have put an old blanket and then plywood down to help spread the weight.
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Smart idea!
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01-06-2021, 03:32 AM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Compass 23 TB
State: Ontario
Posts: 361
THOR #13224
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I have been on the roof of my 2018 Compass 23 TB many times and agree that it is best to do the hands and knees when up there. I cover mine every year and have to go up to put the cover on.
Coveman2
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01-06-2021, 06:32 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Forest River Forester 235
State: Indiana
Posts: 4,883
THOR #6826
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I’m a SOB but have had several RVs. All have boasted a “walkable” roof and I take them at their word. Been up and upright on each of them many times to wash, inspect or service rooftop items. No problems. If Thor says it’s “walkable” go for it. Just be careful. It’s a long way down!
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01-06-2021, 07:11 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 Pete'sMH
I’m a SOB but have had several RVs. All have boasted a “walkable” roof and I take them at their word. Been up and upright on each of them many times to wash, inspect or service rooftop items. No problems. If Thor says it’s “walkable” go for it. Just be careful. It’s a long way down!
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While I agree with Pete: I'm sometimes not as comfortable with the thought of build quality matching up to the design specifications.
I'll go up on them carefully...
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Current coach: Tiffin Wayfarer 24 BW
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01-10-2021, 02:33 AM
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Senior Member
Brand: Still Looking
Model: Forest River 2400R MBS
State: Missouri
Posts: 280
THOR #13744
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I walk all over mine every time we use the RV. 220 Lbs.
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01-16-2021, 08:00 PM
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Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
State: Arizona
Posts: 39
THOR #19571
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Two dudes carrying the A/C unit walked on the roof at the factory. I was one for a time in high school. IMO, the ladder will have weight issues before the roof will.
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01-16-2021, 08:04 PM
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Junior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Compass TR23
State: California
Posts: 23
THOR #5842
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Max air cover
I installed it on hands and knees and stomach. Easy install.
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01-16-2021, 08:21 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Thor Ace 33.1
State: Illinois
Posts: 1,266
THOR #20274
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Quote:
Originally Posted by 85Tiger
Quick question.
Can I climb on top of my Gemini and install a Maxxair vent cover over my existing Maxxair fan?
I own a 2016 Gemini 23TR. Unfortunately I’m a big fella (285 lbs). Can’t find anything about the weight limit for the roof.
Thanks in advance for any replies/advice.
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Thor told me I could walk on mine and at the time I thought I was 300 pounds they said it was fine. I'm 280 and I have walked all over it checking the roof. If you're nervous just put a board or plywood up there
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01-16-2021, 08:30 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 ghh3
I installed it on hands and knees and stomach. Easy install.
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Congratulations!
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01-17-2021, 02:29 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Thor Outlaw 38RE
State: West Virginia
Posts: 304
THOR #17154
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I’m 270 and have been wondering that as well. The RV is a 2017 Thor Outlaw 38RE. I want to get up there and inspect and clean. I’ll give thor a call in a while but if anyone has a similar RV and weight over 260, please post your experience.
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2017 Thor Outlaw 38RE
Maysville, West (by God) Virginia
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01-17-2021, 03:13 PM
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Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Infinity
State: Pennsylvania
Posts: 45
THOR #12753
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If it has a ladder you can get on the roof. Not sure about weight limits I’m 300 and will not get on roof.
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01-17-2021, 05:45 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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If you're going on the roof to inspect and clean it: you won't be walking around.
You'll be on your hands and knees, to get close to where things get interesting.
So your weight will be spread out anyway...
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