Bulkhead inspection/repair

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Bulkhead inspection/repair

April 19, 2018, 11:57:44 pm

Anyone know of a shop in the north west that has any experience with bulkhead repairs/ inspection. I know I have a few issues but Nac is not in the travel plans this year.

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Reply #1 – April 20, 2018, 12:25:27 am

I believe that someone just recently used a shop in Spokane Washington.
JohnH

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Reply #2 – April 20, 2018, 01:07:55 am

I just had a complete Bulkhead restoration done at Truline in Spokane, WA

My bulkhead Rolock bolts had sheared, and after removal of the underside fiberglas shield and the basement floors, it was tevealed that about six feet forward of the bulkhead was very badly corroded from moisture damage. There have been worse tube-frame corrosion cases reported, but mine was bad, requiring a substantial removal and restoration of the frame structure, in order to replace all corroded tubing and grafting in new structural steel.

Truline did a great job and also provided repair/replacement of other components, including fresh-, grey and blackwater tanks and components that had likely contributed to the underlying problems. They also discovered a propane leak that could have been major, and checked all of my systems and appliances, replacing a faulty gas range and a failed refrigeration control unit.

I highly recommend Truline RV in Spokane, WA (509) 994-7875.

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Reply #3 – April 20, 2018, 05:59:10 am

May we ask what the cost was?

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Reply #4 – April 20, 2018, 11:01:05 am

Quote from: RandallBrink – April 20, 2018, 01:07:55 am

I highly recommend Truline RV in Spokane, WA (509) 994-7875.

Always glad to hear good news about nice work. Is that the place that has people from the FT dealer that used to be in that area?
Now, if I could JUST find someone like that in Phoenix/Tucson!

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Reply #5 – April 20, 2018, 11:05:17 am

Quote from: mike leary – April 20, 2018, 11:01:05 am

Always glad to hear good news about nice work. Is that the place that has people from the FT dealer that used to be in that area?
Now, if I could JUST find someone like that in Phoenix/Tucson!

No, that is R&R. They wouldn't touch Randell's.
It's trueline. I highly recommend Chad. When I worked for La Mesa RV as recondition manager, I sent lots of work to him, never disappointed.
Any questions he has, he calls me to ask for input.
Chris

Custom RV Remodeling & Repair @ Truline RV

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Reply #6 – April 20, 2018, 11:14:23 am

That's not too far from Portland Or. and much closer that Nac, should I need it. I would also like to know the ball park cost of the repair. I know there is a bunch of variables.

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Reply #7 – April 20, 2018, 06:48:59 pm

Thanks I left a message for Truline

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Reply #8 – April 20, 2018, 07:48:30 pm

Quote from: bbeane – April 20, 2018, 06:48:59 pm

Thanks I left a message for Truline

You heading that way, Bruce?

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Reply #9 – April 20, 2018, 07:51:44 pm

Mike, no not especially unless I find a shop that can take care of my issues that I'd closer than Nac.

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Reply #10 – April 20, 2018, 08:05:59 pm

Quote from: bbeane – April 20, 2018, 07:51:44 pm

Mike, no not especially unless I find a shop that can take care of my issues that I'd closer than Nac.

Same boat we are in, Bruce. The mileage to NAC and Spokane are about the same for us. I'd rather go north!

Still looking locally, but no 'high fives' for Phoenix/Tucson.

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Reply #11 – April 20, 2018, 09:15:42 pm

Quote from: Bob & Sue – April 20, 2018, 11:14:23 am

That's not too far from Portland Or. and much closer that Nac, should I need it. I would also like to know the ball park cost of the repair. I know there is a bunch of variables.

It will be hard to quote. Depends on what you need. Could be basic work, could be very involved like Randell's was. They had to rebuild most the rear lower compartment area, pretty major. Lots of fab work and welding.
My friend Matt from Austria, only needed bolt repair on his U270, took a couple of days.
Another friend Lucky, was not so lucky with his U270, same thing as Randell, major rebuild on lower rear compartment's. Lucky's coach came from Alaska.Pretty rusty, crusty.
Chris

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Reply #12 – April 20, 2018, 09:23:14 pm

It would be helpful to know the prices on both types of repair. If there was a dozen or so examples a guy could have a ball park range to expect.

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Reply #13 – April 20, 2018, 09:56:03 pm

Mine was bulkhead plus extensive tube structure removal and refabrication. Lot's of welding. $16K.

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Reply #14 – April 20, 2018, 10:59:33 pm

Thanks for the reply Randell, that's a pile of pesos my friend.

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Reply #15 – April 21, 2018, 12:14:53 am

I think if one were to search, one would find a bunch of pricing info here. For us at MOT it was about $3700.00. One section removed and replaced.

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Reply #16 – April 21, 2018, 11:34:49 am

Would classify Randell's as the high end of the spectrum.

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Reply #17 – April 21, 2018, 11:50:42 am

Quote from: Bob & Sue – April 20, 2018, 09:23:14 pm

It would be helpful to know the prices on both types of repair. If there was a dozen or so examples a guy could have a ball park range to expect.

From my experience, most RV places are not going to pre-quote a price. NAC does this all the time, and they have jigs, so less fabrication work. In Spokane, most shops are $140.00 hr, plus sales tax of 8.5% on ALL labor. That's a state deal.
I just quoted a price for a water damaged camper repair , and the time is now double. When you open up rust, or rotten wood, you don't know what is behind stuff till you see it. I always warn people.
Chris

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Reply #18 – April 21, 2018, 12:49:02 pm

Quote from: gracerace link=msg=310482 date=1524325842 When you open up rust, or rotten wood, you don't know what is behind stuff till you see it. [/quote

X2......I was a restoration carpenter for years. We gave a client a 'rough price', which turned into a nightmare once we opened up the walls. It was double our 'guesstimate' The client was not pleased, my partner said, "next time we give you a price, double it."

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Reply #19 – April 21, 2018, 02:05:30 pm

That's the thing about these coaches, they are worth the continued investment. How many other brands are.

Thanks so much for the cost figures. Ours seems tight and no repairs yet. But it's going to get the bulkhead treatment in the future. Cause we like it

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Reply #20 – April 23, 2018, 01:37:59 am

I bought an 36' ORED, my basement storage sucks for sure but is a very strong foundation. It's only 8 feet wide, no slides, can only tow 6k, after loading 4k of fluids and household items and other stuff. 300 hp only. Paid cash. It's a 29 year old mistress. Burns thru a gallon of diesel every 10 miles. 95k on the clock. See no reason why not a trip to Alaska.

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Reply #21 – April 24, 2018, 02:07:34 pm

Bruce, any response from Truline yet?
I'm in the same boat me thinks.

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Reply #22 – April 25, 2018, 11:41:47 pm

For Truline, make sure you are calling the right number: (509) 994-7875.

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Reply #23 – April 26, 2018, 12:36:48 am

I have not contacted them yet. I'll give it a shot in the morning.

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