Alie&Jim's Carrilite Posted February 16, 2019 Report Share Posted February 16, 2019 We have had water intrusion issues on our 2017 DRV Mobile Suite both a rotten slide floor and a slide roof that rotted. These have been repaired at our expense. I'm gathering details from other people that have had similar issues with their DRV brand RV. If you have had issues, please PM me. I'm not looking to start a brand argument and will delete any comments that don't pertain to my question. Quote Alie & Jim + 8 paws 2017 DRV Memphis BART- 1998 Volvo 610 Lil'ole 6cyl Cummins Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rynosback Posted February 17, 2019 Report Share Posted February 17, 2019 Jim, would you like me to start a poll on here also for you? Quote 2015 Ram 3500 RC DRW CTD AISIN 410 rear 2016 Mobile Suites 38RSB3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirk W Posted February 17, 2019 Report Share Posted February 17, 2019 16 hours ago, Alie&Jim's Carrilite said: I'm not looking to start a brand argument Mind sharing what you do have in mind? You know that Thor Ind. bought the company back in 2015. Quote Good travelin !...............KirkFull-time 11+ years...... Now seasonal travelers.Kirk & Pam's Great RV Adventure Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alie&Jim's Carrilite Posted February 17, 2019 Author Report Share Posted February 17, 2019 11 hours ago, rynosback said: Jim, would you like me to start a poll on here also for you? Sure, Go from 2012 to present. Quote Alie & Jim + 8 paws 2017 DRV Memphis BART- 1998 Volvo 610 Lil'ole 6cyl Cummins Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alie&Jim's Carrilite Posted February 17, 2019 Author Report Share Posted February 17, 2019 3 hours ago, Kirk W said: Mind sharing what you do have in mind? You know that Thor Ind. bought the company back in 2015. Kirk, The focus is on the DRV group. There have been known issues with water intrusion. In the 2014 time frame, about when Thor took over, DRV stopped using butyl tape behind the beltline moldings. They also elected to use a lower quality sealant on the exterior. Even after dealers informed them that the exterior sealant caulking deteriorates in a few months, the factory continues to use it. For the amount the DRV units cost, one expects or expected a unit of quality that isn't being delivered. Quote Alie & Jim + 8 paws 2017 DRV Memphis BART- 1998 Volvo 610 Lil'ole 6cyl Cummins Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirk W Posted February 17, 2019 Report Share Posted February 17, 2019 2 hours ago, Alie&Jim's Carrilite said: For the amount the DRV units cost, one expects or expected a unit of quality I have no disagreement with that! I was just wondering if you were considering a class action suit, as that can be very effective if you have enough participants. Quote Good travelin !...............KirkFull-time 11+ years...... Now seasonal travelers.Kirk & Pam's Great RV Adventure Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rynosback Posted February 17, 2019 Report Share Posted February 17, 2019 1 hour ago, Kirk W said: I have no disagreement with that! I was just wondering if you were considering a class action suit, as that can be very effective if you have enough participants. I think that this is the idea in my opinion. This and nose cap insulation have been a known issue for years. I complained about light in my front closet. The reason was the insulation had dropped. DRVs fix from the factory was to shoot some spray foam through a marker light on the back of the wallboard to make the light go away. This did solve the issue of the light complaint, but did nothing to address the real problem. And I have read where it still continues to this date. It is really sad that there service dept techs do not have meetings with the factory line techs and management to address issues that are common. This way they could make changes on the line and no longer have those issues and make a better built rig. I asked the tech about this idea and he chuckled, saying that they would never pay them for a monthly meeting about common issues. Really sad for this “quality “ of a rig and for what they charge for it. Quote 2015 Ram 3500 RC DRW CTD AISIN 410 rear 2016 Mobile Suites 38RSB3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randyretired Posted February 18, 2019 Report Share Posted February 18, 2019 Some friends bought a new Mobile Suite a few years ago. From day one there were problems. The kitchen sink fell into the cabinet. The Lipert never lube bearings failed on an a wheel. The wheel came off and the damage was massive. Some of the trim just fell off on the outside. The water tank was never secured and it shifted flooding everything. There was a number of smaller issues that I don't remember. They traded after 4 years and were happier to see it go than when they bought it! I don't know if this is common with some DRV products or a limited experience but they would never consider another one and I can't imagine buying one. Quote Randy 2001 Volvo VNL 42 Cummins ISX Autoshift Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
orca Posted February 18, 2019 Report Share Posted February 18, 2019 I have a 2015 Fullhouse that i have had too many problems to go into now, but on topic i have had water intrusion in both bedroom slides but only when closed. Funny story though...while touring the factory last fall i was talking to another and told him that i was not impressed with the quality of drv because i have had 23 differant issues and he laughed and told me that he had 46 and counting! He won the contest! Quote 2004 Freightliner m2 106 2015 DRV lx450 Fullhouse 2019 Indian Springfield 2014 Yamaha 950 V-Star Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alie&Jim's Carrilite Posted February 18, 2019 Author Report Share Posted February 18, 2019 1 hour ago, orca said: I have a 2015 Fullhouse that i have had too many problems to go into now, but on topic i have had water intrusion in both bedroom slides but only when closed. Funny story though...while touring the factory last fall i was talking to another and told him that i was not impressed with the quality of drv because i have had 23 differant issues and he laughed and told me that he had 46 and counting! He won the contest! Sent you a PM Quote Alie & Jim + 8 paws 2017 DRV Memphis BART- 1998 Volvo 610 Lil'ole 6cyl Cummins Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rynosback Posted February 18, 2019 Report Share Posted February 18, 2019 Jim, I placed the pole in the 5th wheel section. http://www.rvnetwork.com/topic/134986-drv-water-intrusion-poll/ Quote 2015 Ram 3500 RC DRW CTD AISIN 410 rear 2016 Mobile Suites 38RSB3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
millertime Posted July 6, 2019 Report Share Posted July 6, 2019 Yes...and yes! 2013 RESB3 with water intrusion from cracked caulk/sealant and now delamination on the kitchen slide behind the beltline molding. Will recaulk but not sure how to repair the delamination.Obviously out of warranty. Could use recommendations or past fixes that worked for other owners. So disappointed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
millertime Posted July 6, 2019 Report Share Posted July 6, 2019 Please reply if you have ideas for this repair. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big5er Posted July 7, 2019 Report Share Posted July 7, 2019 (edited) If the water intrusion was through cracked caulk then I would bet your floor is rotten also. If that is the case, rebuilding the slide is about the only option you have. Edited July 7, 2019 by Big5er Quote MY PEOPLE SKILLS ARE JUST FINE.~It's my tolerance to idiots that needs work.~ 2005 Volvo 780 VED12 465hp / Freedomline transmission singled mid position / Bed by Larry Herrin2018 customed Mobile Suites 40KSSB3 2014 smart Fortwo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danandfreda Posted July 7, 2019 Report Share Posted July 7, 2019 We have a 2011 drv rssb3 and just noticed rot in our dresser slide out floor resealed a lot this spring. Waiting for the weather to cool down a little before I replace it. Replaced both axles to get rid of the nev r lube hubs was a pretty easy swap Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alie&Jim's Carrilite Posted July 7, 2019 Author Report Share Posted July 7, 2019 22 hours ago, Danandfreda said: We have a 2011 drv rssb3 and just noticed rot in our dresser slide out floor resealed a lot this spring. Waiting for the weather to cool down a little before I replace it. Replaced both axles to get rid of the nev r lube hubs was a pretty easy swap The floor can be dropped out from the outside. Just unscrew everything the touches the floor in that slide. Quote Alie & Jim + 8 paws 2017 DRV Memphis BART- 1998 Volvo 610 Lil'ole 6cyl Cummins Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirk W Posted July 8, 2019 Report Share Posted July 8, 2019 On 7/6/2019 at 9:16 AM, millertime said: Will recaulk but not sure how to repair the delamination.Obviously out of warranty. There are those who have attempted delamination repairs by drilling small holes through the sideing and injecting glue into it and the applying pressure to the outside with props and plywood. The success rate is not the greatest. I have fortunatly never had to deal with that problem. Quote Good travelin !...............KirkFull-time 11+ years...... Now seasonal travelers.Kirk & Pam's Great RV Adventure Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FL-JOE Posted July 8, 2019 Report Share Posted July 8, 2019 On 2/16/2019 at 12:48 PM, Alie&Jim's Carrilite said: We have had water intrusion issues on our 2017 DRV Mobile Suite both a rotten slide floor and a slide roof that rotted. These have been repaired at our expense. I'm gathering details from other people that have had similar issues with their DRV brand RV. If you have had issues, please PM me. I'm not looking to start a brand argument and will delete any comments that don't pertain to my question. Don't really have anything to contribute to your post, but just curious. How do you delete what another poster puts on? Quote Joe & Cindy Newmar 4369 Ventana Pulling 24' enclosed (Mini Cooper, Harley, 2 Kayaks) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ray,IN Posted July 8, 2019 Report Share Posted July 8, 2019 (edited) 2 hours ago, Kirk W said: There are those who have attempted delamination repairs by drilling small holes through the sideing and injecting glue into it and the applying pressure to the outside with props and plywood. The success rate is not the greatest. I have fortunatly never had to deal with that problem. Hi Kirk, I have found this link useful for repairing fiberglass. Although the website is for aircraft fiberglass repair, some might work for boats and RV's too. On our first 5er, I repaired a small de-laminated spot as you described, instead of props, I pulled the 5er up next to a tree, then used an old semi-trailer load lock to apply pressure to the exterior wall of the 5er. Edited July 8, 2019 by Ray,IN Quote 2000 Winnebago Ultimate Freedom USQ40JD, ISC 8.3 Cummins 350, Spartan MM Chassis. USA IN 1SG retired;Good Sam Life member,FMCA ." And so, my fellow Americans: ask not what your country can do for you--ask what you can do for your country. John F. Kennedy 20 Jan 1961 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alie&Jim's Carrilite Posted July 8, 2019 Author Report Share Posted July 8, 2019 21 hours ago, FL-JOE said: Don't really have anything to contribute to your post, but just curious. How do you delete what another poster puts on? Ask a moderator to delete it. But generally only the original thread owner can have something deleted. 20 hours ago, Ray,IN said: Hi Kirk, I have found this link useful for repairing fiberglass. Although the website is for aircraft fiberglass repair, some might work for boats and RV's too. On our first 5er, I repaired a small de-laminated spot as you described, instead of props, I pulled the 5er up next to a tree, then used an old semi-trailer load lock to apply pressure to the exterior wall of the 5er. In the past I used the side of a semi trailer... same concept with boards and wedges to apply pressure. We also had some success using a commercial vacuum system to "Bag" the wall. It applied enough vacuum to suck the wall in. Only about 5-7 inches were needed. Quote Alie & Jim + 8 paws 2017 DRV Memphis BART- 1998 Volvo 610 Lil'ole 6cyl Cummins Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danandfreda Posted July 10, 2019 Report Share Posted July 10, 2019 Thanks Jim it doesn’t look too bad to replace that small slide floor I was going to try and remove all the wood off of the white piece that you can see from the outside and re glue it on the new wood. I need to see what thickness the wood is. I have a planer if it’s an odd ball size Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MnP Posted July 10, 2019 Report Share Posted July 10, 2019 7 hours ago, Danandfreda said: Thanks Jim it doesn’t look too bad to replace that small slide floor I was going to try and remove all the wood off of the white piece that you can see from the outside and re glue it on the new wood. I need to see what thickness the wood is. I have a planer if it’s an odd ball size The white piece that you see is just a viral rap. I don’t think that you can re-use it. Quote Mike Full Time Since 2013 2014 MS 38RSSB3 2018 Ram 3500 Dually, Auto Level Air Ride, Aisin 3.73 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rynosback Posted July 10, 2019 Report Share Posted July 10, 2019 Why not replace the floors with plastic wood? Not sure if they make them is sheets or not. But I would think this would solve the problem even is water gets in. Quote 2015 Ram 3500 RC DRW CTD AISIN 410 rear 2016 Mobile Suites 38RSB3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alie&Jim's Carrilite Posted July 10, 2019 Author Report Share Posted July 10, 2019 10 hours ago, Danandfreda said: Thanks Jim it doesn’t look too bad to replace that small slide floor I was going to try and remove all the wood off of the white piece that you can see from the outside and re glue it on the new wood. I need to see what thickness the wood is. I have a planer if it’s an odd ball size On mine it was a piece of Formica type material.... Peeled off really easy and was glued onto the new piece. Our was 1-1/2 thick. You could use 3/4 and do a stagger joint if needed. 8 minutes ago, rynosback said: Why not replace the floors with plastic wood? Not sure if they make them is sheets or not. But I would think this would solve the problem even is water gets in. There is a product called Coosa Board http://www.coosacomposites.com/ That all the slide floors and side walls need to be made out of. I used it for years in the marine industry for transoms, stringers, bulkheads etc. It is the first true rot proof plywood replacement. There is another product call Starboard- King Star, but nothing much likes to stick to it, and screws will strip out easily. Quote Alie & Jim + 8 paws 2017 DRV Memphis BART- 1998 Volvo 610 Lil'ole 6cyl Cummins Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danandfreda Posted July 11, 2019 Report Share Posted July 11, 2019 If it’s 1 1/2 I can just glue and screw 2pieces of 3/4 and glue the white piece back on. Today’s not the day though it’s in mid 90’s with heat index near 110 with a lot of humidity Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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