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| mixer152 | i got a fleetwood E2, 2006 and it has gone many many places that regular trailers would not. I to have a leaky roof, and with fleetwood gone i could not get warranty work....ima try the spray on rubber coat mentioned previously, sounds like it might work. We clean our very regularly, but we have a mold/mildew issue...any sugestions on cleaning solutions? | Re: Fleetwood Evolution Camping Trailer |
| jcbrown | Have a 2006 E2 and experienced the same micro-cracking and roof leaks mentioned previously. Coated entire roof with Liquid Rubber and re-calked edges.
Anyone have any experience or suggestions on replacing the interior ceiling? The water damage in ours is pretty bad.
Thanks! | Re: Fleetwood Evolution Camping Trailer |
| harris | looked at a 98 20 ft terry online any one know how much this weighs? | Re: Fleetwood Terry Premier Travel Trailer |
| Dino | I have a 05 E3 and only major problem is the roof. Sales rep tells me that its a manufacturing defect, They quoted Rino liner for $800. Coated the roof myself with Liquid Roof and seems to work very good at a much lower cost. Great camper with minor normal maintenance. | Re: Fleetwood Evolution Camping Trailer |
| Nashville RVer | We bought our first rv several months ago after renting one for the first time last year. We didn't do a lot of shopping around but did do extensive Internet research. We purchased a 2011 Fleetwood Tioga 24 DSL. We love the rv but are disappointed in the quality - cheap hardware, wood trim covered in contact paper, and just sloppy workmanship. Our unit spent 5 weeks in the shop 100 miles away for a list of fixes that included window
Leaks, trim that feel off the slideout while driving down the road, exhaust bracket broken, diesel generator problem, both sinks leaked, etc. We got our rv back 3 days before a planned week long trip and half the things that were
supposed to be fixed weren't!! Our dealer is over 120 miles away!! We expected a few issues but nothing quite like this. In retrospect I think we would have done much more shopping around and manufacturer research! | Re: Fleetwood Tioga motorhome |
| Bob Nebel | We also own a 2008 American Tradition with the full wall slide and rear bathroom. We love our coach. It has performed well with very few minor problems.These were taken care of by the American Coach Factory Service Team headed by Randy.I had my problems repaired at a FMCA National Convention and therefore didn't even have to add additional travel to our trip. Fleetwood and American Coach has always been known for there service and I can say they live up to their reputation.
Safe travels, look at American Coach before you purchase. | Re: Fleetwood American Tradition luxury motorcoach |
| 05 Evo 1 | Enjoying it alot with no problems to speak of other then RV maintnence, tighten screw an so on which I do. Alot less then a 30ft. class A an its not $300 to fill up. Added alum,3 bike rack to rear bumber an moved spair under unit. Tiny stirofoam bubbles by cross member that came out last summer in dry wheather, anyone seen this? | Re: Fleetwood Evolution Camping Trailer |
| dred | this is in response to mattinutah's question about Spray on material. I can attest to the strength. I had my toyota tacoma sprayed 11 years ago. I have been pretty brutal on the bed with various sharp heavy objects ( boulders, brick, cinder block,etc) The product performs fantastic. As a roof sealer, its a no brainer. | Re: Fleetwood Evolution Camping Trailer |
| BillR | Our 2006 E1 developed the hairline cracks and water damage on the ceiling. After looking at all the forums I decided to use EPDM Liquid Roof as a coating. I used 2 gallons and coated up to the Rails on top. Then caulked where the roof meets plastic with a good non hardening rv caulk.
It came only in white. Did it outside on a clear day. I probably will recoat in a year or two. | Re: Fleetwood Evolution Camping Trailer |
| OliveOyl | The roof on our E3 (2008 but purchased new in 2010)leaked the first winter it had snow on it. Fooled around awhile and finally found a spray on bedliner company that fixed it for $600. Looks nice and warranteed for 10 years. Cheaper than Line X and Rhino so shop around. | Re: Fleetwood Evolution Camping Trailer |
| mattinutah | Shoot, roof leak finally happened. dealer is recommending a rhinoliner seal on roof which is $800 but they claim good results. I thought about the individual glass repairs but out here in the desert I think I would be spending a lot of time on it. Anyone else used the rhino or line - x? | Re: Fleetwood Evolution Camping Trailer |
| Dave W | We purchased a 2011 Fleetwood Storm last October. It has been nothing but a nightmare. From generator failing (during hurricane Irene) to windshield moulding falling out, to fan to cool refrigerator improperly located etc etc. Our biggest complaint is the overhead bed in the front of the unit! When going down hill, braking etc it screaches and rattles to the point of being unable to carry on a conversation in the coach. Our dealer has tried numerous fixes as advised by Fleetwood. Some relief has been obtained, but the problem is still there. Personally I think it's a design flaw that needs to be remedied back at the drawing board. It has completely soured my wife and I on the whole motorhome experience. | Re: Fleetwood Storm class A motorhome |
| Campersue | Finally after repeated times of taking in the trailer to the dealer we have fixed the problem of the fridge. A new one was put in and Dometic (the company that makes the fridge) suggesteed we buy a fridge fan. It is about the size of a box of soda. We picked one up at the dealer. Put in the batteries and placed it in the fridge for the test. For a week straight the inside temperature of the trailer has been 90 degrees or higher and the fridge has been a constant 40 degrees or lower during the night. Dometic suggested that we place a glass of water with a thermometer in it to check the temperature. I used a meat thermometer. We are so happy now. With good suggestions from other campers and this fix, we are ready to feel secure about our trailer except for the fact that bugs get in between the canvas and the frame. Keep up your good suggestions. Thanks, Sue | Re: Fleetwood Evolution Camping Trailer |
| Gilby | My neighbor is storing his at my place as he has no room. If I could I'd buy it it looks so good. He is selling it for $7000.00. It's a 2005 or 2008, not sure. | Re: Fleetwood Evolution Camping Trailer |
| bob | I own a 2007 fleetwood providence. I have had problems with the full slide. Am still having problems with it. Once the locking mechanism didn't work. Next it wouldn't close all the way on the bottom. Now the locking mechanism isn't working again. Am have problems with the awning on the full slide will not stay tight. | Re: Fleetwood Providence luxury motorcoach |
| Mike and Wanda from STL | We just bought an older Terry 5th wheel (21 ft) and the price was what we could afford. The trialer needs a few repairs but on the whole it still is as good as it gets. I'm trying to find out about replacing the Atwood 6gal hot water heater with a tankless model. Any suggestions? | Re: Fleetwood Terry Premier Travel Trailer |
| craig | Dan, my wife and I purchased a 07 39v with motion sat. All you have to do to disconnect the disconnect is to plug the tv into the other power recepticle? | Re: Fleetwood Discovery |
| Jerry | I have a E4 08 model, screen door bad, leaky sink, no big deal I fixxed those. Now my roof is leaking, dealer wants 2500 to repair with rubber. Does anyone know how I can fix this myself? please help quickandeasycontainers@gmail dot com. I designed a piece to help load a golf cart on the platform if anyone is interested.
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| bcs in slc | Fix for roof leak. I used West marine two part epoxy with a fiberglass woven strip. Easy to prep and apply. step 1- identify the ends of the crack ,and drill of 3/8 diameter hole at the end of the crack just threw the surface of the fiberglass .this will prevent the crack from spreading any further .step-2 sand acrossed the cracked area slightly wider than the strip of woven fiberglass that will be used . Step -3 put some acetone on it terry cloth towel and lightly clean area to remove any loose debris . this also creates a good bonding surface for the epoxy . Step - 4 size up your strip of fiberglass and lay it over the crack having an approximate 2 inch overlap on either side of the crack. you need at this point to determine how wide the crack is .if it is larger than a quarter inch you will want to add a filler to the epoxy . then remove fiberglass strip set aside for later step . Step-5 mix your epoxy and add filler if needed. Apply epoxy to the crack area and slightly wider than the fiberglass strip. Step-6 once the epoxy is hard lightly sand and clean with acetone .now mix epoxy re apply epoxy then placed fiberglass strip on to wet epoxy .it is important to brush in the epoxy to the fiber glass strip .it is a good idea to use the filler material in the e poxy resin on this step . Step -7 once epoxy has harden repeat step 5 very important to sand and clean every time. Step-8 once epoxy is hard sand with 100 grit and clean . Then use a jellcoat paint to cover epoch.
my roof had crack in 3 places around my fantastic fan. I was told that I was eligible for a new roof but fleetwood with belly up . so this is the repair that I have come up with an it has been solid for the past 3 years . I have been down many ure off road 110 degree deserts heavy high altitude thunderstorms and even several inches of snow . not 1 drop of water as come in since this repair .
here are my suggestions for materials needed .
-West epoxy hardner and resin
-self measuring pump
-west filler
-disposable plastic cups for epoxy
-disposable gloves
-mixing stick
-cheap disposable paint brushes can buy a box of 50 harbor freight
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| Skippy Dunbar | I still have my 2008 E1, that I use several times a year on short and long trips. After my third trip across country I still have not had any of the problems others write about. I think I may have close to 25,000 miles on the coach. Planning to replace the barrings and brakes after this season. | Re: Fleetwood Evolution Camping Trailer |
| larry | Sorry I bought an entry-level MH. Bought new in 2008 but only used 5 times due to illness. Less than 2000 miles. Battery disconnect switches don't work, trimming inside is falling off, (the staples didn't hold), entry door keeps sticking and won't hold the screen door when opening, rubber gaskets around storage doors has fallen off and a couple storage doors won't stay open, rubber around some of the screen on windows have also came apart. Am now waiting for an appointment to get my air conditioners fixed. The dealer I bought it from no longer deals with Fleetwood and wants nothing to do with it. | Re: Fleetwood Terra LX class A motorhome |
| Lee | We purchased a 2010 Jamboree 31M used. We have enjoyed it very much, except the dealer lied to us and told us it had a 60 gallon water tank, when in reality it is only 35 gal. It appears this is the only model with a 35 gal tank and others have the 60 gal. We do a lot of dry camping, therefore are wondering if anyone has been able to add an additional tank to this model to expand it's capacity, and how we might do that. | Re: Fleetwood Jamboree class C motorhome |
| Kevin | The screen door is an easy fix. Screw in short sheet metal screws just below the notches in the door. The slides fit on the screws and you can have it open to any postion you want. | Re: Fleetwood Evolution Camping Trailer |
| Como43 | We rented a Tioga last summer and it was great. We've compared many RVs and now have decided on the Tioga Ranger 31N with the queen bed and bunk beds. This is a really great layout for us and our 2 kids. | Re: Fleetwood Tioga motorhome |
| Mike | Hi,
I'm very interested in purchasing one of these evolution units either an E2 or E3 and a bit concerned by all the comment about roofs leaking. Would appreciate any replies letting me know if this a an easy fix and where they all seem to be originating from. I know these campers use a one piece roof system so is this related to the AC? Also appreciate any feedback overall with regards to the campers themselves.
Thanks
mike@militarymahogany.com | Re: Fleetwood Evolution Camping Trailer |
| Francis 450 | I know that the major RV manufacturers are constantly trying to cut back on costs but in many ways RVs are getting better all the time. This Fleetwood is a case in point. I had a 2003 Tioga but it wasn't as nice as these floorplans. | Re: Fleetwood Tioga motorhome |
| Coryeats.com | I have a E3 and live in Iowa. Been babying my camper since the challenges with the roof failing in like models. Just had the roof covered with LineX and it is good as new - 5/27/2011 | Re: Fleetwood Evolution Camping Trailer |
| Linda Bravo | I just traded in my 2005 Holiday Rambler for a 2010 Fleetwood Icon. I am thrilled with my decision and so far I love it. I thought I would have problems with so much smaller space and storage but find it to be perfect for two with two little dogs. I did invest in a new deck with navigation, blue tooth and awesome speakers because for my listening pleasure the stock unit was not adequate. I added a small satellites dish, some shelving under the sinks and lots of light weight collapsible kitchen items. Changed out the sewer attachment and brought it closer to the side of the rig. Now it is perfect and I am leaving in a few weeks for my first trip. | Re: Fleetwood Icon class C motorhome |
| Frank K | I recently looked at a Tioga and a Tioga Ranger. I think the Ranger is better value. Like it a lot. | Re: Fleetwood Tioga motorhome |
| Chris | I have a 2011 Fleetwood Tioga. This is my second Fleetwood and it's great. Quality improvements and great floorplans with these new models. | Re: Fleetwood Tioga motorhome |
| RMAS | Cool Motor Home..I'm 6'51/2' Myself
Really Gotta LIKE the 6'8 Business!
Wish companies financed disabled to
Buy one. | Re: 2010 Fleetwood Quest class C motorhome |
| hookequip | has anyone had problems with the axle bending. This is on the E2 2007 Only a Honda Quad,(not 4X4)on the front deck. Maybe 4500 miles on trailer all hiway. Factory tires suck cost me two hours to repair at my body shop when the tire came apart. | Re: Fleetwood Evolution Camping Trailer |
| mattinutah | Anyone figure out the screen door fix? Also any instructions on greasing crank system>
Install a kill switch on radio to kill light. Cut wires on smoke/co2 detector and run batteries. | Re: Fleetwood Evolution Camping Trailer |
| Kamping King | We bought an Evolution E2 in september of 05. The roof has been leaking since 08. Got run around from dealer now both fleetwood and coleman are gone. Have definitely got my use out of it. Bent the axle october 2010. easy fix. The top and the lift mechanism are both screwed up and where to get parts?? Don't buy one unless your are very handy. | Re: Fleetwood Evolution Camping Trailer |
| Edward | Hey Titansnfl, I have a 05 E1 that I had fitted with Yakima bars that were srewed into the top bracing points. The top is supposed to hold 150 lbs. I carry 2 16' kayaks on the top. Only issue is that you need to take off all loads from the roof before you raise it, otherwise you could damage the lifting system.
After hearing all the other problems on this site, I should consider myself lucky. I agree the screen door sucks, but everything else works great.
Does anyone have experience pulling an E1 with a Jeep? I have a 97 Wrangler that is lifted with 33" tires, and am wondering if I would be committing suicide pulling the trailer on the highway. Currently I use a full size truck to pull, but would love to hit off road trails. Any advice would be helpfull. | Re: Fleetwood Evolution Camping Trailer |
| H8t2lose | I own the E4, and from day one the fridge wouldnt cool. took it in three maybe four times and they would tell me they froze water in less than 30 min. Suspicious!! Also the screen dooe window wont stey up. Something i have complained about to the dealer with no results. These have been my only to issues. Overall i love the trailer. Just want things to work they way they are supposed to, esspecially for the cost of these campers. | Re: Fleetwood Evolution Camping Trailer |
| Doyle | I need an Owners manual for the Evolution E3 pop-up. Woulf pay to have a copy made of yours!!
Thanks,
Doyle
rdbruner@earthlink.net
850-897-5056 | Re: Fleetwood Evolution Camping Trailer |
| Joe B | Had a 2007 Fleetwood E3 for the last couple of years. Really enjoy the camper but have a crack in the roof now. Anyone know about fixing these? | Re: Fleetwood Evolution Camping Trailer |
| Campersue | We have a 2009 E3. From day one the screen door has been a problem. The sliding part of the door did not stay up. We had taken it in to the place we bought it three times. Each time we were told that a new door had been put on. We could tell it was not true because of the scratches left from previous attempts to hold it up during cold nights. Another problem we have is moths or other bugs get in around the dinning area and the door frame. I have to stuff cloth in the gaps to keep them out. We have also had the fidge in for repair three times and still it won't cool below 65 degrees. We feel abandoned by the Fleetwood, Coleman and the retailer we bought it from. No one will help us. We would love any suggestions on how to replace or fix our problems. | Re: Fleetwood Evolution Camping Trailer |
| Natalie | Todd,
Please tell me more about your repair. Our roof is leaking. Both Fleetwood and Coleman are gone...so no warranty, I'm sure. My husband and brother are handy guys. I am hoping they can fix it themselves. thanks! | Re: Fleetwood Evolution Camping Trailer |
| Todd | Problems with leaking roofs, bubbles with the E-1 series? Believe me I know! I did a complete roof restoration on my own and turned out great and far better than the original. Let me know if you wish some advice. temd76 at gmail dot com - 4/1/2011 | Re: Fleetwood Evolution Camping Trailer |
| Bailey | I have a 2007 E3 and it has been a lemon since I bought it.I do love the layout, but I have leak problems in the roof.Y he hose on the sink has leaked from day one and it tics me off because the factory will not help. can anyone? | Re: Fleetwood Evolution Camping Trailer |
| Gray PUCers | My husband and I are looking at a E3. We had a camplite that the the top had rotted. Are the hoses on the E-3 easily replaced and what would be a fair price for an 08 E3? | Re: Fleetwood Evolution Camping Trailer |
| Russ G | I just traded in a 2007 E2 that I purchased new. The under sink hose, Main fill hose and screen door were all problems that I had. We also broke the crank up shaft, but that was replaced under warranty. All in all, we liked the trailer but got tired of the set up and take down. | Re: Fleetwood Evolution Camping Trailer |
| Muggsy | Over two years in the E1 an lots of miles. Love it 'cause it gets into the rough mountain 4X4 country. Love the layout of the interior. New buyers must calk the holes in the floor deck where tubes, etc go through or get a trailer full of dust on dirt roads. Also, retighten all the screws/bolts after the first couple of rough roads. Also replace the sink drain hose to prevent kinking and plugging. Still like the E1 'cause it is our lifestyle and no other trailer sill do that. | Re: Fleetwood Evolution Camping Trailer |
| Becca | After much research, we bought the Quest 24L without the cabover bunk and we love it! It's easy to drive and park, and the mileage is not much less than a full size pick up truck. There's plenty of room inside for two adults and a large dog to fit comfortably. I like to cook and for a small rv, it's nice to have three burners on the stove, and the half time oven is a plus.
We can't go anywhere without someone telling us they wish they could trade in their large rv for one as well appointed and fuel minded as our Quest.
Fleetwood did a nice job with the mini-classC Quest. | Re: 2010 Fleetwood Quest class C motorhome |
| Titansnfl | Considering buying a E1 that has about 2 camping years on it. Other than the screen door and water lines any concerns?
I'm almost reluctant to purchase one now that the production plant has been shut down. If parts were hard to come by before what about now?
Where do you get parts if needed?
Also does anyone have experience with how the top holds up if a canoe or 2 kayaks are hauled on top? | Re: Fleetwood Evolution Camping Trailer |
| Dave | I bought the 2010 Quest cabover. Love it but didn't think about two old people climbing up and down ladder. We added two 4" foam pads which we carry on bed but move to the two opposing coaches to sleep. Very comfortable. Nice to be able to park about anywhere with this unit. No complaints yet. - 1/19/2011 | Re: 2010 Fleetwood Quest class C motorhome |
| BETH - CALIFORNIA | We have an Evolution E2. Reading all reviews, seems like the leak in the sink pipe is a common problem. Ours is leaking too! Our bed boot just got ripped by a bear and getting the replacement is a problem. I could not get it straight from the manufacturer. We ordered it trough the dealer where we bought it from, it has been 12 weeks and I have not heard from anyone! Can anyone suggest where I could get parts faster??? HELP! | Re: Fleetwood Evolution Camping Trailer |
| Time Traveler | Bought a 2003 discovery 39L with 4 slides. We have put 4,000 miles on her and no major issues. If you own one keep a pair of engine relays, as when they trip, you have no engine or power for jacks or slides. It is an easy fix. Power Gear slides are easy to operate manually and can be jumped with a 12 volt jump box if needed. We have spent 2 weeks on the coach with one week dry camping. No problems. | Re: Fleetwood Discovery |
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