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How/where to check for bulkhead separation?

I am in the market for a Foretravel and have read threads about bulkhead separation. I am new to Foretravel coaches. If I go to inspect a coach, where are the places I would look for evidence of bulkhead separation? I do understand that some things will not be able to be visually inspected.

Thanks in advance.
Fred H.
1996 Foretravel U320 4000 Build #4993 (Previous motorhomes 1985 Airstream 345, 1977 Argosy 20)
Sevierville, TN
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Re: How/where to check for bulkhead separation?

Reply #1 –
OK. I may have found the answer myself.  :-[

Bulkhead Separation
Fred H.
1996 Foretravel U320 4000 Build #4993 (Previous motorhomes 1985 Airstream 345, 1977 Argosy 20)
Sevierville, TN
ViewRVs.com

Re: How/where to check for bulkhead separation?

Reply #2 –
Also, read: Bulkhead Repair-- A Comprehensive Look

Yes, a visual inspection is needed.  Both for separation and "rust jacking". As is checking torque of the Rolock bolts.  One I inspected on Friday looked pretty good, but had 4 broken bolts on the rear bulkhead-- not too bad!

You will find that in most cases the Rolocks will either  not move with proper torque (see document above) or will freely turn.  You will NOT ever break a Rolock at the torque values posted (they are grade eight).  You will find if they do not torque up, they will be broken off 4-5 threads from the head (where they torque into the "first" wall of the box beam).
Brett Wolfe
EX: 1993 U240
Moderator, ForeForum 2001-
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Re: How/where to check for bulkhead separation?

Reply #3 –
That was my coach :). Also two broken in front bulkhead.  Just ordered watertight caps via Amazon.
1996 U-270
Build # 4951
Cummins 8.3