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Old 05-06-2007, 09:17 PM   #1
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Weight on Roof?

I need to know if it is safe to put full body weight on the roof. I have someone coming to seal the roof of my OLD Sunline and I know he will ask to get on top of it. Thanks in advance for your advice.
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Old 05-07-2007, 06:01 AM   #2
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You will need to put plywood on the roof where he intends to walk/crawl. There's a wood truss system but no supporting wood - only the rubber roof and thin luan. Make sure the plywood is large enough to span the roof trusses and that he doesn't step right on the edge of it.
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Hi Vienna700

Ditto to what Pam said.
Also make sure the plywood used does not rip the rubber roof when you move it around.

I use plywood with carpet on the button to protect the rubber roof. I also use 2 pieces of plywood to help in moving around the roof.

Not sure what the truss separation is, I think it might be 16” or 24” OC.
Someone else here on the forum I'm sure can let you know what the specific truss separation is.

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Old 05-07-2007, 07:49 AM   #4
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My trailer does not have a rubber roof..........I don't think they made them in 1980!
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Your trailer does, however, have an aluminum roof. The aluminum roof is also designed not to support the weight of a person, so you still need to put plywood up there. You don't have to worry about putting anything under it to protect from ripping, though.

Is your trailer a 1980 model year? What model is it?

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I have forgotten the model # and would have to go out the the camper to check. It is 21 feet, has pull down bunks front and back. It did have a coucho, swivel chair and vanity in the back but we conderted it to twin beds. I just love my vintage unit!
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From your description, it sounds like a 21'RB with the optional chair. For 1980, the standard 21'RB had twin lounges, and then there was the option for replacing one with a chair, or replacing one with double bunks.

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