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MOT Bulkhead Repair

I've got an appointment at MOT to repair both bulkheads. Can I ask anyone that's had that work done there for your opinion of the work. It would be really great if you could share some photos. Thanks.
jor
93 225
95 300
97 270
99 320

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Reply #1 –
Two coaches for sure at Bernd's. Both subsidized by insurance carrier.
Tim Fiedler    2025 LTV Unity MBL on Order
2000 Chevy Tracker 2 Door Convertible 4WD Now lifted 4.5"
1985 Citroen 2CV6 Charleston
Murphy Rebel on wheels with 175HP Titan
Cessna P337
1980 48' Westport MY (!/4 Share)

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I can tell you that Foretravel doesn't sell the "kits" to repair them anymore.  ( not that it's relevant to your question, just sayin ).
Robert and Susan
 1995 36' 280 WTBI 8.3 3060r
 1200 watts on the roof, 720 Ah of lithium's
 Build # 4637. Motorcade # 17599
        FMCA  # 451505
        18  Wrangler JLUR

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Reply #3 –
Is Foretravel still using the huck bolt system as opposed to "nuts and bolts?"  What technique does MOT use? 
"Not so  long ago we were a nation of risk takers, riding five million pounds of  thrust straight into space."  Joe Gresh
Chuck Pearson
1996 U295
2018 Can Am X3 TurboRS

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Subsidized by insurance ? How's that work?
Dave W. (AKA Toyman )
'03, 270, 36', Build 6095, Pulling whatever I hook it to.

"Don't cry because it's over. Smile because it happened."
Dr Seuss

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Reply #5 –
The bulkhead damage was deemed to be caused by leaks, and as such was covered by the insurance company - Bernd can give you more info - but I suspect it was considered water damage under the comprehensive coverage. I am aware that Bernd did two this year (maybe more) and those two had significant insurance reimbursement.

Bernd likes to take out the entire basement floor and make a new one. BIG JOB!!!  Much of the metal in the ones I saw replaced did not seem to be too damaged, not sure if the framework could have been removed and the damaged tubes replaced without making an entire new basement frame.
Tim Fiedler    2025 LTV Unity MBL on Order
2000 Chevy Tracker 2 Door Convertible 4WD Now lifted 4.5"
1985 Citroen 2CV6 Charleston
Murphy Rebel on wheels with 175HP Titan
Cessna P337
1980 48' Westport MY (!/4 Share)

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Reply #6 –
There is no need to replace the entire basement framing. Any real shop with a 4post lift can cut out and replace the bad framing...weld in new stuff. A pit would work as well.

A guy with a 40' GV had his bulkhead repaired at a truck shop. I think total bill was like $3-4k.
1998 U270 34'

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Reply #7 –
Wayne at FT did my front bulkhead. He did a excellent job. He does not allow anyone in where he works. Service does allow watching, but not Wayne. I have no problem with him not allowing me to watch. I only wish that I was closer to Texas but I guess it saves me money.
John
1998 U270 34'

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Wait, what?!?  You guys got a new coach!!!  We wanna see pics!  Are you guys going to be in Texas soon?  We are actually in Nacogdoches right now getting repairs done. Would love to see you guys if you're gonna be here in the next few days. :)

-Siobhan
-Trent and Siobhan Walker + 5 boys
Proud owners of a 1995 U300 SE that we bought from Jor.  We are so blessed and loving life on the road!

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Quote
You guys got a new coach!!!
Yea. Couldn't resist getting a 34 footer. Can I have our old coach back?  :)) Sent you a pm re travels.
jor
93 225
95 300
97 270
99 320

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Quote from: jor –
  Can I have our old coach back?
Sorry John, I have first dibs.  ^.^d
1993 U-240 "La Villa Grande"..CAT 3116 w/ Pacbrake PRXB...Allison 3060 6-speed..
Previous: 1983 Airstream 310 turbo diesel, 1979 Airstream 280 turbo diesel
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Quote from: jor –
Yea. Couldn't resist getting a 34 footer. Can I have our old coach back?  :)) Sent you a pm re travels.
jor

LOL....I don't know if you would want it back.  It's gotten about 10 years of wear in one year, two for each boy living in it  ;D  Maybe not that bad...but we haven't really changed anything since we bought it from you guys except adding this IKEA setup on the backsplash in the kitchen.  This backsplash is still one of my most favorite parts of the coach. <3

-Trent and Siobhan Walker + 5 boys
Proud owners of a 1995 U300 SE that we bought from Jor.  We are so blessed and loving life on the road!

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Reply #13 –
Guys,

Let's try to get this thread back on the original topic-- how MOT repairs bulkheads.

Thanks.
Brett Wolfe
EX: 1993 U240
Moderator, ForeForum 2001-
Moderator Diesel RV Club 2002-
Moderator, FMCA Forum 2009-2020
Chairman FMCA Technical Advisory Committee 2011-2020

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Quote from: wolfe10 –
Let's try to get this thread back on the original topic-- how MOT repairs bulkheads.

Is anyone willing to share the details of how MOT performs bulkhead repairs and how much they charge? Thanks in advance!
David and Carolyn Osborn
1995 U320C SE 40' Build 4726 Feb 1995
FMCA 147762
Motorcade 17186
 

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Reply #15 –
David,

I have no information onForetravel factory's latest bulkhead repair procedure (if indeed it is any different than the older "huck bolt" repair).

But, in terms of cost, really no way to give a "here is what it costs".

Really dependent on what needs to be done:

Are one or two bolts broken and beam straight and  rust-free?

Beam somewhat rusted, requiring removal of all bolts, cleaning the "joint" and reassembling?

Box beam rusted to the point where it has lost structural integrity and has to be cut out and new one welded in place. 

Box beam structure forward of bulkhead rusted to the point where it has lost structural integrity and MORE has to be cut out and rebuilt.

We have seen posts and I have personally inspected coaches with each one of these "levels" of problems.
Brett Wolfe
EX: 1993 U240
Moderator, ForeForum 2001-
Moderator Diesel RV Club 2002-
Moderator, FMCA Forum 2009-2020
Chairman FMCA Technical Advisory Committee 2011-2020