DO THIS TO PREVENT RV SLIDEOUT FAILURE!

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Slideouts can provide your RV with valuable living space but they can also be a nightmare when they are not working. In this video, I will show you some of the ways that we keep our Schwintek slideout on our 2020 Lance 1985 working well from simple tips to easy do it yourself preventative maintenance.
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@glennpurcell5206 7 күн бұрын

Thankyou for a clear/ Simple/ well worded and presented video........exactly what I was looking for on our 2019 cherokee 27 dbs grey eolf

@omcbob37 2 ай бұрын

Great video. My last RV had the Schwintek slide system and I never had any problems with it for the 7 years I owned that trailer. My new Flagstaff trailer also has the Schwintek slide and it has already started squeaking a little bit when retracing the slide. Time to get the CRC Power Lube out and give it the first lube treatment. Also love your Lance trailer - they build a really nice unit but it was a bit out of our price range.

@seanuber1624 Жыл бұрын

Your videos always make me feel like you are talking directly to me. Can tell you are an educator. Great info Patrick. Just what I needed to know. Thank You!!

@TravelswithDelaney Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for those kind words Sean! I always hope that I can share something of value to help out others.

@TreeTalkerTheTraveler Жыл бұрын

Agree.

@sherriweber7105 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Patrick and Patty for this video. This great to know what to do with your slide out. How to lubricate it and make sure that the rubber doesn’t wear out and get water in the slide. I can see why that would be needed. I’m glad you did a video on this. It’s very helpful. See you soon!

@CC-fx4nn Жыл бұрын

Nice Video! I am a Lance owner as well and I think you are spot on with the need for slide lubrication and maintenance. Another thing to be aware of is the situation where the exterior slide rails begin to tear loose from the side of the trailer. Due to the floating design of the slide in these Lances, the entire weight of the slide is carried by the wall. As you go down the road, all that weight is pushing down on the inside portion of the slide (especially if you carry your cast iron cookware collection in the dinette drawers). Over time you will likely have problems with the slide rail hardware starting to strip out and the rails separating from the trailer side. I also installed the Camco step braces under the inside of my slide to help support the slide in transit. I don't screw the braces down too tight.............Just tight enough to keep the inside of the slide from bouncing too much when traveling. I also made some carpeted pads to go under the braces so the braces don't put marks in the laminated floor. This is just my opinion, but I think the Schwintek system should only be used on small light slides like perhaps a small wardrobe slide. I think this Super Dinette slide is too much slide for this system. Here's looking forward to my next trailer without the Schwintek slide system............or perhaps no slide at all! Happy Camping!

@TravelswithDelaney Жыл бұрын

I totally agree with your assessment on the Schwintek! Thank you.

@brianbarney1885 Жыл бұрын

When we bought our 2019 Lance 1995 the salesman ran the slide out and it was VERY noisy, I asked about the noise and he said that’s normal. I had been a member of the Lance website for approximately two years already and was very familiar with the Schwintec problems and need for lubrication so I didn’t say anything but after taking delivery I stopped at my local NAPA store and bought a can of CRC and lubed the slide when I arrived home. Dang that slide got quiet and has been quiet ever since😃!

@dewittlife802 7 ай бұрын

Thank you. We are making the switch from Tab 400 to a Lance 1575. We want to make sure we are doing everything right and dealerships dont know everything 😊

@seansdadpit Жыл бұрын

Spot on. We have a 2016 1685 and slide out maintenance is very important.

@TravelswithDelaney Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@TNTRVing Жыл бұрын

Great video! You thoroughly covered it all. Your new Subscribers!

@TravelswithDelaney Жыл бұрын

Welcome and thank you!

@HappyPlaceDiaries Жыл бұрын

Great video... super important information. Thanks

@TravelswithDelaney Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@LowOnCash 4 ай бұрын

Great Stuff Thanks!

@WilliamNau Жыл бұрын

I attended a Lippert slideout system seminar. Your information in holding the button down 3 to 5 seconds is spot on. But they also told us to not spray anything in the rubber seals. They said the seals should be cleaned with mild soap (Dawn) and water only and using any of the seal conditioners on the market will actually cause the seals to deteriorate quicker.

@TravelswithDelaney Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing. When I was at Lippert service, I asked for recommendations on the seals and was told they don’t make the seals so they didn’t really make recommendations concerning them. Sounds like they are now giving advice on them.

@WilliamNau Жыл бұрын

@@TravelswithDelaney They mentioned at the seminar (August 2022) it is a new recommendation based on their conversations with the actual seal manufacturer.

@paulbenoit9431 Жыл бұрын

Good job with this video! We're only 2 years into our RV habit and while the slide out on our Lance has worked fine, I'm always wondering what to do if it stops doing so as well as proper maintenance. Thanks!

@nans969 Жыл бұрын

Great information. Thank you.

@TravelswithDelaney Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@glennlarish9775 Жыл бұрын

I received the link with no problem. I do not have a slide out on my Tab 400 but I did get some good information on lubrication of my window, door, and hatches. Thank you

@TravelswithDelaney Жыл бұрын

3in1 makes a product for windows that I always use. Its great if you have sliding windows and they are not sliding easily.

@sparklearmy Жыл бұрын

Very informative! We still need to get those stair supports!! Such a good idea. I would have never thought about wanting to prevent slide problems once it’s inside, but some of those roads (most of those roads lol) are terrible!

@TravelswithDelaney Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much! For most slides that are on the floor, it's not an issue. These Lance slides are very big and heavy and sit about 12" above the floor when in.

@kenj.8897 Жыл бұрын

Thank you

@bradshouseful 5 ай бұрын

Nice video... not sure if this is universal but you also have large floor rollers that support the bulk of the weight. These can be located by using a flashlight and get under the slide out and pulling down the seal. I marked my roller locations and lubricate these as well.

@johnhines3591 Жыл бұрын

I have a 2017 2285. Just a couple extra points with slide. Don't forget to lube the rollers underneath the slide. Just a squirt on each end. We don't use supports when retracted. The biggest issue is too much weight in dinette drawers. Don't think we have more than 15 lbs in either one. Never put heavy items like canned food or cast iron in them. 6 years with our Lance & have never had an issue with slide. Not once!

@TravelswithDelaney Жыл бұрын

Great points John!

@timberk5 Жыл бұрын

A very informative video

@TravelswithDelaney Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

@caseypries7559 Жыл бұрын

Ever notice most people complaining about slides are complaining about schwintek slides? Why manufacturers keep using them is beyond me. Luckily all 3 of our slides are rack and pinion. They do require some maintenance but I think they're a lot less problematic.

@robinsyverson967 Жыл бұрын

I had major fail on mine. Changing them out for Vroom next June.

@TravelswithDelaney Жыл бұрын

We had the rack and pinion ones on our 5th wheel and in 8 years of ownership, never had an issue with them. I think manufacturers use the Schwintek on slides that are too big and heavy. It works fine on smaller slides like closet slides.

@caseypries7559 Жыл бұрын

@@TravelswithDelaney yeah, I can't argue with that. But as a mechanic, the design and positioning of the schwintek motor system just plain sucks. Extremely difficult to work on. With that said, belly covers don't make thru frame rack and pinion particularly easy but given their higher reliability I think it's less of an issue. Also in many cases they can be cranked in if they fail.

@marychristie6194 Жыл бұрын

We had the horrible Schwintek’s on a big heavy 24 foot slide on a Class A diesel pushers-Thor Aria really really awful and cheap of Thor 🤯

@fuzion430journey3 Жыл бұрын

U are spot on , it is the biggest piece of garbage , lippert has a big hold over the rv industry and I don’t why or how

@TreeTalkerTheTraveler Жыл бұрын

Good info

@TravelswithDelaney Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@robinsyverson967 Жыл бұрын

Major fail on mine. Dealership replaced all motors and the rods. Still under warranty. So changing to the Vroom slide system in June.

@TravelswithDelaney Жыл бұрын

We’d love to upgrade to the Vroom

@carlh-thehermitwithwi-fi679 Жыл бұрын

THANK YOU! My slideout gets wonky even though i keep it clean and greased. It is mainly a weight thing in the "smugglers hold" #florida

@TravelswithDelaney Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@maggiewatson5274 Жыл бұрын

Great video. What size are the step supporters you use under the slide inside? The small or large one? Thank you

@TravelswithDelaney Жыл бұрын

Thank you! I had to go with the larger one as the smaller ones would not be tall enough for our slide.

@don_sharon Жыл бұрын

My 2021 Lance 1985 slide just failed on our last trip - 360 days after purchase and 5 days within warranty. The dealer said Lance and Lippert came up with a repair about a month ago and they have been super busy repairing slides on Lance trailers. He said he has done so many, he has the part number memorized. Anyway, the trailer is at the dealer and I am now waiting to hear when it will be fixed. The projected timeline is 2-3 weeks. I am anxious to hear what the repair is...

@TravelswithDelaney Жыл бұрын

I’m glad to hear you’re still under warranty and they are taking care of it for you.

@n1ti Жыл бұрын

ANother good video that cost me money...lol. You you have associate links for the lueb and camco stair supports?

@TravelswithDelaney Жыл бұрын

🤣I'm sorry Tim! Some of my friends had shirts made that has our logo on it with the words "Good Influencer; Bad Influence" because they say the same thing you said. You can find both of those products in our Amazon Shop under RV Gear. The link to the shop is in the video description if you need that.

@n1ti Жыл бұрын

@@TravelswithDelaney thanks....in reading my post to you I must have been typing with my toes. We have a 2021 1985 and we are in our second year with it. Really love it and appreciate all of the good advice you are giving.

@rb04 Жыл бұрын

Hi Patrick. Great video. A question... Do the rollers on the very bottom, underneath the slide require lube or any other maintenance?

@TravelswithDelaney Жыл бұрын

Thabk you. I have been lubricating them recently and they seem to roll smoother and quieter. I just squirt a little on the bolts.

@JohnSmith-uw5yi 9 күн бұрын

So never stop part way but to fix it stop part way several times?

@KelleyTexas Жыл бұрын

In the video, you said not to slide the slide out halfway and stop. In order for me to condition the seals on the top, I can only reach them when the slide is halfway out, even when on a ladder. Is this okay for the couple of minutes while I condition the seals, or do you have other suggestions for reaching the seals?

@TravelswithDelaney Жыл бұрын

I know that our dealer had it halfway out before so I think if you have to for that, you’d be fine. I’d just re-sync when done.

@valeriechaffins4638 Жыл бұрын

Hi Patrick. I was hoping you could tell me if you have to change your converter if you switch to a lithium battery. I’m looking at getting a 100 amp hour battery. Can you suggest where I might find this kind of information? I’ve tried googling and I end up down a rabbit hole of info I don’t understand. Is it possible to get a simple answer?

@TravelswithDelaney Жыл бұрын

Its possible you won’t need a new converter if your trailer has a converter that can be switched to lithium. Lance in 2020 started using converters that could be switched. If your trailer doesn’t have one like that with the built in switch, then you’d need to change the converter which is what we had to do in the T@B 400

@valeriechaffins4638 Жыл бұрын

@@TravelswithDelaney thank you! I have a 2020 Forest River Mini lite that has port for a solar panel so maybe? But at least I can check my owners manual or contact the manufacturer to see if my model has a switch. At least I now know what to ask! Thank you!!!!

@valeriechaffins4638 Жыл бұрын

@@TravelswithDelaney another reason why I love your channel!! I KNEW you would be able to make the complex understandable!💕

@marychristie6194 Жыл бұрын

Thor actually put this awful slide system on their big wall slide on their diesel pushers -unbelievably cheap-we got rid of that Motorhome because of the awful slide system 🤯🚌🇺🇸