We just took a 2 week trip from OH to Fl with our 337RLS. Travelling/Towing was flawless. Little issues popped up. One thing i noticed is that the rear window, I guess you could call it the picture window, will not stay latched/locked. I would make sure before we left for the day and from fuel stops that it was latched but everytime we would stop, the window would be about 2-3 inches open. I don't see any adjustment for the latch and then noticed that if you push on the frame part of the window where the latch is. you can slide the window open. Any ideas other than trying to put a dowel in the track? Problem with that is the rounded corners>
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Check the tracks to be sure the window can fully close. Look for dirt, screw, anything that would be in the way. I had a similar issue on my window and found a piece of the tracking felt wadded in the corner. I do need to use a bit of pressure still to close. I would also have the wood dowel for backup. Screw and eye bolt to one side so you have something to grab to pull it out.2018 Reflection 150 Series 220RK 5th whee, Star White 2022 F350 King Ranch CC Long bed (HAL) (CCC 4062lbs), B&W 25K OEM Companion,. SteadyFast system, Trailer reverse lights, rear receiver spare tire holder, storage tube, sumo springs, Victron MultiPlus 12/120/3000, Solar, Custom 6K axles upgrade, and other modifications.
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Thanks. I checked, there is nothing preventing the latching, it just bounces/pops open when travelling. The center frame is not that strong structurally and is pretty easy to push/pull to get it to open.Bob P.
2018 F-350 CCLB 4X4 Dually
2020 337RLS
VIN last 8 L3326309
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Originally posted by Bob P View PostAny ideas other than trying to put a dowel in the track? Problem with that is the rounded corners>
Rob
Cate & Rob
(with Border Collies Molly & Angel + Kitties Hazel & Elsie)
2015 Reflection 303RLS
2022 F350 Diesel CC SB SRW Lariat
Bayham, Ontario, Canada
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Originally posted by Bob P View PostWe just took a 2 week trip from OH to Fl with our 337RLS. Travelling/Towing was flawless. Little issues popped up. One thing i noticed is that the rear window, I guess you could call it the picture window, will not stay latched/locked. I would make sure before we left for the day and from fuel stops that it was latched but everytime we would stop, the window would be about 2-3 inches open. I don't see any adjustment for the latch and then noticed that if you push on the frame part of the window where the latch is. you can slide the window open. Any ideas other than trying to put a dowel in the track? Problem with that is the rounded corners>
I have the same rig as you and it is a 2021. I too experience this issue and finally settled for putting a rod dowel between the window that slides and the frame. I decided the wood dowel was insurance and no longer have to worry about the window being open. Just as you did, I made certain the window was fully closed and latched and it didn't make a difference. The self-opening didn't occur every time but it was bothersome enough for me to resort to a dowel.
Santa61Keith and Tina
2021 Grand Design Reflection 337RLS
2014 RAM 3500 6.7L Cummins Crew Cab SWD SB 4X4
Hitch Curt 20k Fixed Mount
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Originally posted by Santa61 View Post
Bob,
I have the same rig as you and it is a 2021. I too experience this issue and finally settled for putting a rod dowel between the window that slides and the frame. I decided the wood dowel was insurance and no longer have to worry about the window being open. Just as you did, I made certain the window was fully closed and latched and it didn't make a difference. The self-opening didn't occur every time but it was bothersome enough for me to resort to a dowel.
Santa61Bob P.
2018 F-350 CCLB 4X4 Dually
2020 337RLS
VIN last 8 L3326309
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Bob, Sorry for the late response to your question. I have been on the road and busy.
Right now our 337 is in storage so I don't have an easy way to send a picture of what I made. Here is my best description. I took a 3/8" x 3/8" piece of square wood, pine, and cut it to length that is slightly longer than the window on the left as you face outside of the rig toward the back window. I then trimmed one end of the wood piece to fit into the window channel on the left. This allows me to wedge the trimmed end into the channel on the left and press it against the sliding window pane. By doing this the stick doesn't fall out and it creates enough tension to secure the window.
We haven't had any issue with the window opening by accident since we have resorted to this technique. When we are set up at a site I simply lay the piece of wood along the bottom of the window frame.
Hope this helps. We don't have another trip until August. When I retrieve the 337 I will take a picture and upload it. Bottom line, this is a very simple resolution.
KeithKeith and Tina
2021 Grand Design Reflection 337RLS
2014 RAM 3500 6.7L Cummins Crew Cab SWD SB 4X4
Hitch Curt 20k Fixed Mount
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Hello Bob, I'm new to the site, but had the same issue with our 2017 337rls. I checked the track, blew it out with air nozzle, check the latch etc.. I was going crazy because I couldn't get the latch to snap behind the window. As a result it would work its way open by the time we reached our destination. Then I just slammed it shut. I was worried about being gentle with it, but because I shut it a little harder than I normally do, It worked! Might not solve your problem, but it worked for me. Good luck!
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Originally posted by Santa61 View PostBob, Sorry for the late response to your question. I have been on the road and busy.
Right now our 337 is in storage so I don't have an easy way to send a picture of what I made. Here is my best description. I took a 3/8" x 3/8" piece of square wood, pine, and cut it to length that is slightly longer than the window on the left as you face outside of the rig toward the back window. I then trimmed one end of the wood piece to fit into the window channel on the left. This allows me to wedge the trimmed end into the channel on the left and press it against the sliding window pane. By doing this the stick doesn't fall out and it creates enough tension to secure the window.
We haven't had any issue with the window opening by accident since we have resorted to this technique. When we are set up at a site I simply lay the piece of wood along the bottom of the window frame.
Hope this helps. We don't have another trip until August. When I retrieve the 337 I will take a picture and upload it. Bottom line, this is a very simple resolution.
KeithBob P.
2018 F-350 CCLB 4X4 Dually
2020 337RLS
VIN last 8 L3326309
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Hey Brian, I've slammed it pretty good and it seemed like it would do the trick but i noticed that due to the flex at the center framing, it would pop open. I want to make sure it's secure when stored and prevent a mess when towing in the rain!Bob P.
2018 F-350 CCLB 4X4 Dually
2020 337RLS
VIN last 8 L3326309
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Originally posted by Bob P View Post
Thanks Kieth, I'll give that a shot.
I'm long over due sending you the picture of the small insurance window rod I made to keep the rear winder closed during our travels. We just returned from a 2,300 mile trip to Glacier National Park and the rod worked perfect.
I hope you get a general idea of what I made for this purpose.
Keith, Santa61
Keith and Tina
2021 Grand Design Reflection 337RLS
2014 RAM 3500 6.7L Cummins Crew Cab SWD SB 4X4
Hitch Curt 20k Fixed Mount
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Originally posted by Santa61 View Post
Bob,
I'm long over due sending you the picture of the small insurance window rod I made to keep the rear winder closed during our travels. We just returned from a 2,300 mile trip to Glacier National Park and the rod worked perfect.
I hope you get a general idea of what I made for this purpose.
Keith, Santa61
Bob P.
2018 F-350 CCLB 4X4 Dually
2020 337RLS
VIN last 8 L3326309
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Originally posted by teamtwister View PostI:m using the slammed shut method and its working for me window seams to be working better every dayBob P.
2018 F-350 CCLB 4X4 Dually
2020 337RLS
VIN last 8 L3326309
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