Loose Screws

RZRBUG

I know this has been mentioned before as part of another thread, but I think it worthy of another mention.  It is a good idea to check all the screws on your trailer at least once a year as they tend to loosen a little due to vibration in travel.  Different models will have a different number of screws, but mine has 112 on the outside, not counting those in the keder rail or hidden by trim.  I always find a few that are a little loose, and did again today.  In addition to the loose ones on the trim, I also found that one of the screws anchoring the LP regulator had loosened.  CAUTION:  These screws should be snugged but not "tightened," as some are anchored in fiberglass and will easily strip.  If you happen to strip one, you can use caulk before putting it back in to help hold it in place.  I've found that works pretty well on the one or two that I've stripped.

It would also be a good idea to check for loose bolts/nuts underneath and screws inside the trailer.

Verna

I did that before I headed home. Thanks, Larry. 

Ratkity

LOL RZ, you counted all of the outside ones. Now I'm gonna have to do that!

RZRBUG

Ratkity said:

LOL RZ, you counted all of the outside ones. Now I'm gonna have to do that!

I know.  Crazy, huh?  The first time I checked them, there were so many, my curiosity got the better of me.

Ratkity

I was only counting water piping last night, their junction points (double-checked all valves were in correct position as well). I feel so *sniff* inadequate. There weren't that many of those!

jkjenn

Always a good reminder, Larry, thanks!

Photomom

Would it be a good idea to use Loctite or similar to hold the screws in place?

Ratkity

It's a laminate wall and aluminum supports. I think locktite works only when threads meet threads. Adding toothpicks and wood glue to a stripped screw area, let dry and put the screw back in usually is a handy trick. Silicone may or may not hold to both screw and what you are trying to keep screwed into the camper. Silicone is touchy in that any residual oils or dirt will cause it not to adhere. It's always good to silicone around a set screw or use lapseal to make sure nothing seeps in around the area.

RZRBUG

Photomom said:

Would it be a good idea to use Loctite or similar to hold the screws in place?

I would not worry about it unless they came way out and you had difficulty screwing them back in.  Most you find loose will take less than a full turn to snug back up.  Remember not to over-tighten.

KyBawpaw

Use Goop! Custom made for OCD screw counter-tighteners wherever you may find them.