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We're considering a few "new to me" (used) motorhomes.
A couple of the units are in less than pristine condition to say the least, but with some elbow grease and some duct-tape and WD-40, I'm pretty sure they could be made road worthy.
Ok, to the detail... Where on Gods green earth does one find slide out motors? I mean, I find grease, lube, runners for the carpet, fancy jacks to hold 'em up, but, really, there has to be a source for the 12 volt motor, eh?
It can't be some kind of gov't secret can it? I've just used over a gig crawling all over "rv parts" catalogs, and unless I want doggy diapers, they do seem a bit worthless to us with a pair of pliers and good intentions.
No, I don't know the model of the motor, I don't know even what unit its going into, I just want to get some general "repair" prices before I consider pulling the trigger.
I would imagine that you get supplier information from the manufacturer of the particular brand you purchase. I don't believe there are standard motors for this application.
If the manufacturer is out of business, then the next best thing would be to post the specific question to technical RV forums, like RV.Net and Escapees.
As a ball park figure, we paid about $400 for a replacement slide motor for our Carriage Cameo.
Good luck,
-- Edited by Luvglass on Monday 3rd of May 2010 08:29:54 AM
-- Edited by Luvglass on Monday 3rd of May 2010 08:30:50 AM
You will most likely need to contact the manufacturer if there is one. The motorhome slide can be electric or hydraulic...if an older MH most likely electric. You might also contact the chassis maker of the motorhome....they should be able to at least lead you to the correct source.
