Pop Top Roof Mis-aligned

[Billrw136]

I mentioned in a previous thread that the roof of our 16.49-3OB had shifted to the awning side about 1cm so that the seal on that side was hanging off the side of the van.
Well, I spoke to selling dealer - paraphrasing reply - "yeah, happens quite often - can be fixed, but will happen again". I am not impressed with this answer - will have a go at fixing it myself in the next few weeks - stay tuned.
Will post photos this week of the problem, then hopefully photos of the cure!

Bill

 

[bigman0510]

interested to see what you come up with... mine is currently in at the dealers getting that exact problem fixed...

 

[crystal674]

The wind does it.

We just push the support rails across as we are pulling the roof down.

It doesn't take much pressure to pull the roof into alignment.

 

[Billrw136]

I've tried that - but the problem is getting worse - thanks anyway............In other words that didn't work for me....

 

[crystal674]

Hubby suggested to make sure the rails aren't bent as they are the only thing that guides the roof down.

 

[Billrw136]

Thanks - no they are not bent

Bill

 

[Coastrunner]

I think the tension of the awning puts extra pressure on the roof which forces it to one side, as well as often making the awning side not rise as easily as the other. My suggestion is to get on a step ladder and shove the roof back over. This will put the roof back in line.

After that, I think it`s best to unlock the awning and pull out about one meter before rising or lowering the roof. This I believe takes the strain from the roof which also prevents it from pulling to one side or not rising completely.

This is what I have done and find it works well for me.

 

[bigman0510]

I think it`s best to unlock the awning and pull out about one meter before rising or lowering the roof. This I believe takes the strain from the roof which also prevents it from pulling to one side or not rising completely.

This is what I have done and find it works well for me.

Thats how I have always put the roof up and down, mine has still done it. I still beleive its the camber and the condition of the road, and also the roof top A/C. the middle of the roof jolts up and down and gravity makes it move to the left hand side of the road.

 

[ROnEM]

Coastrunner & Bigman,

This is exactly how the dealer told me last week to put the roof up. During handover, I commented on a number of people who had issues with their roof moving and the dealer said that Jayco were aware of this and are now recommending pulling the awning out a metre or so before lifting the roof as coastrunner has suggested.

 

[bigman0510]

Just an update:
Just in case I didn't make it clear before, my van is currently in at the dealers getting some warranty items repaired:
1- Pop top roof alignment issue (requires new pop top skirt)
2- Front lid bubbles (requires new lid)
3- Front bed rub holes (requires new front bed tent)

Ok so I just got a call today from the dealer saying that they now need to order a whole new pop top roof as the other one is "out of shape" .
I will just about have a new van by the end!!
This is making me feel that my statement about the roof AC may have some merit!
Can't wait to hear the full story!!

 

[zerosecta]

Sure am glad I dont have a Roof Top AC

 

[Billrw136]

We don't have air con - neither roof nor inside - yet still have roof issues as described!
May get a chance tomorrow to look at it again - slowly recovering from flu?? shocking cold?? !!

 

[shadow75]

Is it possible that the Gas strut on one side is not performing as well as the other? If one is not as strong as the other this could result in this type of problem?
I've seen the issue on mine, although always put it down to not being level enough when packing up.

 

[bigman0510]

tis possible, but I didn't see any issue with the roof and they are replacing it. Jayco tend to be on the tight side, they wouldn't replace it if they could only replace a strut? But stranger things have happened!

 

[bigman0510]

Another phone call today:
Roof was replaced because "there is a mod that jayco have for the roof A/C" obviously not done on this one?? "the new mod prevents the roof from bowing" Gees I wonder if this new roof is going to be heavier thus changing my TARE weight?? 3-4 weeks for new roof to arrive from VIC.

 

[Pace]

3-4 weeks.wow,wish I had that turnaround and I'm in Melbourne.still waiting for roof from Christmas hail storm.on a brighter note,I'm glad to hear your all sorted BM.

 

[bigman0510]

maybe their estimate is a bit light on??

 

[cruza driver]

Is the mod a roof with extra internal bracing? Did they say what the ''mod'' is?

I remember talking to you about it when you were down here.:yo:

 

[bigman0510]

they didn't really elaborate on the details, probably don't want a rush of Forumites to their Jayco dealers!! :lol:

 

[achjimmy]

I think I mentioned in the other thread, we have this issue. I am pretty sure it's caused by the van being off level. I think the only sure fix is to use the "scissor brackets" that all other pop top manufacturers use except Jayco. They do not allow any sideways movement.