Are Studs Required to Mount the Lippert Solera Slide-Topper

Question:

I have a 2014 dutchmen denali 316res 5th wheel that I want to install a slide topper over bedroom slide do you know if there are studs to mount the rail and if not how should the rail be mounted?

asked by: Tim J

Helpful Expert Reply:

According to the instructions for the Lippert Slide-Toppers, like part # LCV000168106, the rail should be positioned along the line where the roof and the wall meet of at least a minimum of 3" above the upper edge of the slide room. If you can find some studs to secure the #8-18 x 1" screws into that would be great but it doesn't look like that's necessary especially since the whole kit only has a shipping weight of 28 lbs.

I have attached a link to the installation instructions as well as a sample installation we did on a 2018 Jayco that you can check out. Please note that the 8' Slide-Topper is 96" wide and will fit a box width range of 86" - 91-3/4" (including the flange).

expert reply by: Jon G