Does the Drip Rail Need To Be Removed To Install a Solera RV Slide-Out Awning

Question

Question:

My trailer has aluminum drip rails above the slides. Will these need to be removed before installing a slide cover?

asked by: Andy M

0

Expert Reply:

Yes, the Solera RV Slide-Out Awnings like part # LCV000163287 which fits 80" - 85" wide slide-outs (flange to flange) will require that you remove the drip rail. However, the Solera RV Slide-Out Awning will take the place of the drip rail in regards to function so you should not have any worries here. If you wanted, you could reinstall the drip rail above the awning but this is not really needed.

expert reply by: Conner L

0

click to enlarge

Answer 1

Measuring to pick out the correct slide topper for an RV like your 2018 Forest River Rockwood is pretty easy. You have to measure the box width including the flange on it and you'll be set. So the Solera part #LCV000163288 that you referenced is…

view full answer...

Answer 2

When choosing the slider you want to measure the outside front of box width including the flange. Then you need to select a slider that extends a minimum of 2-1/2 inches beyond each side of the box width. For example, the Black Solera Slider…

view full answer...

Answer 3

Since your slide out awning is 82-3/4 inches in width the correct slide topper you'd need is the part #LCV000163287.

view full answer...

Answer 4

Hey Jason, thanks for getting in touch. For a Dometic AC unit I recommend the SoftStartRV Soft Start for Single Zone Air Conditioner Setup #SSR54FR. This is a universal soft start, and it is known to work with the Dometic units. The chart below shows…

view full answer...

Answer 5

Hey Dan, for your 2024 Ford F-350 that has the OEM pucks the correct Pullrite sliding hitch you need is the part #PUL73RR. The #PUL63RR fits the standard above bed fifth wheel rails that are 22 inches apart on center. What fifth wheel do you have?

view full answer...

Answer 6

To power the Solera Smart Arm 12V Power RV Awning #LC517486 you simply will connect your white power wire with the white wire from the switch and run that to the positive terminal of the battery inline with the supplied 15amp fuse. From here, connect…

view full answer...

Answer 7

Hey Ron, good to hear from you! How long are your current U-Bolts? The U-Bolt Kit #APUBR-8 could potentially work as it has 7" long U-Bolts, but it really boils down to what you currently have. For something longer we have the MORryde U-Bolt Kit…

view full answer...

Answer 8

Hey James, you can go with a 4k axle leaf spring like the part #e22YR in place of what you have now while it has a slightly higher weight capacity it's not enough that it would create a harsh ride quality. This is a 26 inch long spring though so…

view full answer...

Answer 9

All of our trailer spindles are shown on the linked page, but none of these has a stub end to fit 2 x 3-inch tubing. All are either round like #TRU74FR or square like #TRU47FR. For a fabrication project like yours a better solution may be a bolt-on…

view full answer...

Answer 10

Hey Dave, the wiring that comes with the etrailer RV Solar Panel Kit part #e59FV is 7.5 meters long. I attached a diagram that shows how multiple panels attach to the controller. This is compatible with lithium batteries too. Is this first time with…

view full answer...

Answer 11

Hey Linda, Yep, it sure will; the WeatherTech Roll Up SunShade Kit #WT87QV will indeed fit your 2024 Nexus Viper 27V. This is a good choice as it is double-sided with one reflective side to keep the sun (and heat!) out of your motorhome, with the…

view full answer...

Answer 12

In order to determine the correct roof vent, measure where the vent opens. The standard trailer roof vent opening is roughly 14-1/4" x 14-1/4" and have roof vents that measure 14" x 14". To pick the correct cover, you will also…

view full answer...

Does the Drip Rail Need To Be Removed To Install a Solera RV Slide-Out Awning

Product Page this Question was Asked From

Featured Help Information

Instructions

Continue Researching