@@bobconner422 Well, it does sit on top of the slide. 😉 Call it whatever…. It works GREAT! 😍

@@kenkiest3045 Awesome! Us too! 😄

@@joneyjimms1598 So great to hear! We had the same experience.

@@marksr1907 We understand that people may have concerns. But as we ourselves, and our friends Chris & Aaron (who’ve had multiple True Toppers longer than we have), can attest, whatever the theoretical situation, we’ve had zero problems, and the slide works identically to the way it came from the factory, including closing and sealing normally. Look for these to start appearing as OEM gear without structural changes needed beyond the omission of the top flange. We’re incredibly impressed with the real life operation of the topper, and the slide, and haven’t seen reason for any concern.

@@PNWtravelers Thanks! Great to be here!

@@rjahn3000 Not sure, but they appeared to us to be slid in from the end, so probably pretty straightforward.

@@falcon7350 We think that True Topper is working with some manufacturers to see about making them available as OEM equipment. Should that happen, we’d imagine that not only will be manufacturers be satisfied that whatever they install will be structurally sound, but it would probably reduce the overall price as well. We’re eager to see where these go as they get more and more out there. We really love the concept, it’s working great for us, and we hope it’s super successful.

@@MASONROSS69 The True Topper pivots right up out of the way, so it should be no problem.

@@RVgeeks What about the ramp?

@@MASONROSS69 It was secured down with adhesives, so we think that it can either be removed, or the membrane could just be replaced right up to it, and re-sealed. Hope it’s a LOOOONG time before having to think about it though!

@@terry3193 Thanks Terry!

Great points! We've had issues with sap on our slide toppers, too. It was always extra frustrating because if we didn't check and clean it off before closing the slides, it would roll into the fabric, and get the underside all sticky too. No good solution here except to check and clean before closing up. Love the forest, but hate the sap! As far as rain, we love it... the louder the better (within reason of course)! LOL Safe travels.

Are you suggesting that we camp in the COLD?!?! How dare you! 😂 Seriously though, if we do, we'll be sure to report back. Also, there's a video we saw where someone showed their True Topper in the snow: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/mr58qth-sNPImHU.html

@@RVgeeks Um, guys? Didn't you read the fine print on your ORV purchase contract? All of us who have ORVs are OBLIGATED to do some cold weather camping ON PURPOSE at some time during our ownership of the ORV rig! I'm sure it's in there! 😂😉

@@susanmartinriecks1843 Guess we should have read the fine print! 🥶😜😂

We only showed them doing a few of the many steps involved. If you want to see pretty much the whole installation process, check out the Irene Iron Fitness KZfaq video. It's a pretty involved process. We're sure that a talented DIYer could handle it, but since they don't sell them as a kit, it's not an option anyway.

We had the same thought, but since the top of the slides are white, and there are TONS of rigs out there with no slide toppers at all, we weren't too worried. Then we read the test done by Mellow Honek (included on the True Topper website testimonials page), and it wasn't an issue for him (although he had a dark slide topper as I recall). We've been in some VERY hot weather lately (haven't we all?!) and the air conditioning has kept up easily... even running off our battery/solar bank!

@@davide8629 We were nervous too, but the experience of friends, and great word of mouth in general gave us a lot of confidence. Worked out great, so we’re happy we overcame our concert.

@@neilrankin9945Hey Neil! We know they’re more expensive than regular slide toppers, but those are also pretty pricey for what they are. At least these provide something great! We expect they’ll come down if/when more mass production follows wider use. Hoping to see them as OEM gear.

@@airizonneed1403 Great question! Because ours came with no slide topper, we’re not sure. But if we remember right, our friends Chris and Aaron of Irene Iron Fitness may have had slide toppers removed. If so, their detailed installation video would show how that’s handled.

Completely understand. We weren’t totally convinced either… until we had one! 😄

@@joanmcerlean7158 We think so too! Glad someone finally decided to create a whole new take on slide toppers!

@@olebloom1641 Thanks so much! Glad we (and you) are okay.

We recommend only the 0000 super fine stuff.

I have to agree. I looked up the tough top covers he mentioned in the beginning. If that gets rid of the flapping then I’m fine with the rest!

Because the wipes are a very smooth plastic material, and the topper is actually quite light, there’s very little pressure on the top of the slide. But we’ll be sure to keep an eye on it, and keep you posted!

@@RVgeeks Thanks. When I looked into these a year or so ago, the cost to have them installed on my RV was very significant. That didn't even factor in the travel cost to go get them installed. To be a viable alternative for the masses, or to get manufacturers to use them from factory, they really need to get the cost down as the materials used are very inexpensive, but the labor is very high.

@@dankarau2307 We’re guessing that this product will be like so many others, and that becoming more popular and widespread will help bring cost down over time. We hope so, since we think these should replace roller/fabric toppers on every rig someday. It would be great to have a new & improved standard!

Thanks Bill! Looking forward to seeing you mañana!

Also, before retracting True Toppers after longer dusty/desert stays you might still want to wipe the slide roof off using a pole extension and damp microfiber towel OR rinse them off like you showed. Otherwise dirt and sand could be dragged across your slide roof, with some inevitably getting by those sweepers. Like their simplicity. However if one wants window awnings, those would still need to be to added.

We do tend to keep things clean, so up on the roof a lot, and will be sure to check for bird droop periodically!

We’ll be sure to keep the roof of the slide clean, but it will be easier than cleaning under slide topper fabric (since they don’t stop dust from accumulating either). We’ll keep you posted!

Have you seen an install video? Worth the watch. The ramp is bonded. Way more stable and permanent seal than eternabond.

@@Itsa_Mea Actually haven’t. Just paranoid myself about seams and exposure to elements.

Check out the detailed video our friends Chris & Aaron of Irene Iron Fitness posted here on KZfaq. That ramp is incredibly well sealed!

@@RVgeeks that's where I had seen it!!

@@gameboy4696 The single most important step we recommend to learn as much about a used RV is to have a pre-purchase inspection performed by a qualified professional technician who specializes in going over the rig’s systems and reporting the details of its condition.

That is correct. Without a non-binding tow bar (which included our original Blue Ox model, which was not non-binding), the pressure of the car's weight pressed downhill against the tow bar will make it very hard or impossible to release. The only thing to do is have someone put the car in reverse and pull back hard to take the pressure off, while someone else releases the bar.

@@jimragone3495 Being able to step over onto the seat of the booth dinette on each side of the bed makes it MUCH easier than other peninsula beds we’ve slept on. No need to slide down to the foot of the bed. Not bad at all!