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Does it hurt to leave the RV slide outs pulled out for extended periods of time when not in use?

by Richard
(Louisville, KY)

Does it hurt to leave slide outs extended for a month or so when not in use?

ANSWER: Greetings Richard thanks for submitting your question on our Ask An RV Question Page.

The simple answer to your question is no it shouldn't hurt to leave the slide outs open for a month or so. But there are times when it is not advisable to leave the slide outs open, especially if the RV is left unattended.

Please read the answer I gave to the question below to learn about when it is not advisable to leave the slide outs in the open position.

Should I Leave My RV's Slide Outs Open During Winter Storage?

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