overhead bed rails lose

[jakisslan]

Has anyone had problems with the overhead bed rails coming lose if so how did you fix them.

[mrchiefe7andlizzybullits]

Originally Posted by jakisslan

Has anyone had problems with the overhead bed rails coming lose if so how did you fix them.

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[Allen_C]

There are multiple threads about this. Basically, the factory does not ensure the rails are attached to the metal studs in the wall. Use a stud finder to find the studs and move the rails slightly to re-attach the 2 or 3 screws on each side.

[Mitch S]

I used Gorilla double sided tape and larger and extra screws on ors

[JesseS]

Originally Posted by Mitch S

I used Gorilla double sided tape and larger and extra screws on ors

I did the same after reading your post, great tip. I used the 30lb heavy duty stuff, also added small washers on the inside, added 3 additional screws on each side, and made U-clamps at the top of each rail.
The problem isn't so much the location of the screws but the roller adjustment bolt being loose (the jam nut on mine was not tight) allowing the bunk to move for/aft when hitting pot holes. This puts a lot of force on the rail for/aft and helps loosen the screws, in my case it was so bad it extruded the rail holes allowing the rail to rock back and forth which resulted in actually pulling the rail off the sidewall.
I even made a small screw jack to prevent the bunk from bouncing up and down on hitting pot holes.
My bunk is now solid as a rock while driving, doesn't move even a little.

[Allen_C]

Originally Posted by JesseS

I did the same after reading your post, great tip. I used the 30lb heavy duty stuff, also added small washers on the inside, added 3 additional screws on each side, and made U-clamps at the top of each rail.
The problem isn't so much the location of the screws but the roller adjustment bolt being loose (the jam nut on mine was not tight) allowing the bunk to move for/aft when hitting pot holes. This puts a lot of force on the rail for/aft and helps loosen the screws, in my case it was so bad it extruded the rail holes allowing the rail to rock back and forth which resulted in actually pulling the rail off the sidewall.
I even made a small screw jack to prevent the bunk from bouncing up and down on hitting pot holes.
My bunk is now solid as a rock while driving, doesn't move even a little.

Sounds like a good solution. I simply re-mounted the rails into the metal studs and when driving, I have two pillows on the bed and make sure the bed is all the way up so it touches the ceiling and does not move

[JesseS]

If you need to adjust the bunk stop position you can lower/raise the stop tab on the top of the left rail. I changed mine to stop a bit lower as we store bedding and pillows there for travel, as well as the thermal windshield cover. I made a bed rail that snaps into the ladder mount sockets that prevents anything from sliding off the bunk. (works well for the Grand Kids also )

[wondermn1]

2016 Precept 31UL and we have had the overcab bed rails come loose 3 times and Jayco re-installed the Unit with larger and more screws so hoping it holds it tighter. What a pain in the butt. Now I check the screws before and even during trips to ensure they stay tight.