2021 24 MPR - Ladder screws ripping out

[vipergts46]

I've had the rig for 3 months. We've done (3) two-week trips in it so far. I use the ladder to get on the roof and clear the slide-out before packing up the site. Last week I climbed up, and the screws started ripping out of the side. I'm a pretty slender guy at 170 pounds so I'm a little disappointed to say the least. What's the best way to repair?

[Jlawles2]

You may need to go up 1 screw size. If they are #8 go to #10. Put silicone in the hole before putting the screw in BY HAND. Silicone helps with leak prevention, Hand Install prevents stripping the wood formed threads.

[familytruckster4]

Agree with everything Llawles2 says. all 3 of our trailers that had ladders required a screw upgrade from the stock size mostly due to overtorquing during the install. The dab of silicone is vital since most of the sealants I have seen used from the factories are inadequate.