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Cabover - structural integrity
Hi all -

I am looking at a 2000 IB to purchase. Its in for pre-purchase inspection now. I am far away so putting faith in the RV service shop to do a good job.

Question is - the screws holding the trim on over the drivers door are cracking at the trim. Wondering if this is a sign of the cab over droop that I have read about. See picture. Also, what other signs should I look for?

Jodi, Kevin, and Lincoln (the crazy doodle dog)
2011 TK - also the "DogHaus"- adopted October 2023
2000 30IB - the "DogHaus" - adopted April 2020 - rehomed October 2023
Re: Cabover - structural integrity
Reply #1 –
No, this is not a sign of structural problems, and is common over time. It is in itself not an indication leakage may have occurred. There are various methods of cosmetic repair, including sealing with polyurethane,replacing the screws with stainless ones and a washer, then touch-up painting to match.

Steve
2004 FL
2013 Honda Fit
Re: Cabover - structural integrity
Reply #2 –
Thanks Steve! I was hoping it was more of a cosmetic type thing.  No leaks that anyone can find so that is good! And it's been raining a lot in Phoenix this week so ample opportunity to find them. 
Jodi, Kevin, and Lincoln (the crazy doodle dog)
2011 TK - also the "DogHaus"- adopted October 2023
2000 30IB - the "DogHaus" - adopted April 2020 - rehomed October 2023
 
Re: Cabover - structural integrity
Reply #3 –
"I was hoping it was more of a cosmetic type thing."

I would expect to see this cosmetic wart on a year 2000 rig! My '04 also has this problem. As soon as it warms up a bit I hope to take care of the situation.   ::)   ;)

Your mention of over cab 'slump' or 'droop' is the first time I've ever heard it mentioned. Care to share your source?   :o
Steve S.
Lazy Bones & Cedar
2004 30'IB (Island Bed)
Yesterday is History, Tomorrow is a Mystery
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Re: Cabover - structural integrity
Reply #4 –
Quote from: Lazy Bones  - 
Your mention of over cab 'slump' or 'droop' is the first time I've ever heard it mentioned. Care to share your source?  :o

The cab overhead sits very close to the top of the cab's doors. In many LDs it's only a 1/2" or less.
While rot in the overhead can cause droop,  I have spotted rubbing in many LDs where the cab doors slightly contact the overhead when the rig is not leveled well, twisting the LD's frame enough to cause rubbing.

Ten years ago, a friend's LD had extensive rot in the overhead that sagged so bad that neither cab door could be opened, it required building a steel frame on top of the cab to replace the lost wood structural members. The same rig is still on the road and attended last week's Morro Bay GTG.

Larry
Larry
2003 23.5' Front Lounge, since new.  Previously 1983 22' Front Lounge.
Tow vehicles  2020 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon, 2001 Jeep Cherokee
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