2010 Eagle 28.5 Rear Molding Strip Water leak

[RVhiker]

There are, in my opinion, four major areas of concern about the quality of a towable RV.

1) Frame strength
2) Axle and suspension strength and quality
3) Tires and brake quality
4) Construction for water tightness

For me, (after some modifications) I am reasonably pleased with the first three items on my Jayco trailer. I am not pleased with the last item, and do not think I'd be pleased with any typical trailer. I think any potential buyer of an RV should be concerned when reading reports of water damage that is not covered by a manufacturer's warranty. My understanding is that all towable RV's are constructed in about the same way - that is, panels of some material put together with screws and waterproofed by a combination of a roofing sheet, aluminum moldings, putty, and caulk.

Until buyers are more concerned about the basic construction of their trailers - and not nifty "bells and whistles" - we will all be sold trailers that are pieced together and sealed with caulk. But the American automobile manufacturers made a lot of crap, too - until they got some competition. Cost is a major concern, particularly for an optional purchase like an RV and competition has an influence on both quality and cost.

[Murphie]

I totally agree with you. Very good post. I think in this day and age the manufacturers of travel trailers could do a much better job keeping moisture from entering a trailer. If you go to Craigslist you can find 35 year old Bolers for sale between 3-5 grand that have lasted the test of time. Surely they could make keeping a trailer dry a much higher priority. They depend on the purchaser for maintenance and if there is a leak, it's always the buyers fault. Granted these roll down the highway at 55+ mph but maybe it's time
for a change in design. ( what and not sell as many new trailers).

[buckeyejim]

After reading not sure who is responsible, but I think Jayco should pay the dealer to look @ it and determine what happened and get it fixed. I had an issue and I talked to Mark West @ Jayco he authorized my repair Is not the good customer service we expect from Jayco. I agree roof upkeep and sealing is our responsibility, but if not sealant or caulk is not present from the factory not a good installation.

Contact Mark and see what he will do.

BuckeyeJim
Columbus Oh
2010 Jayco Eagle 322 FKS
2011 Ram Diesel