Moisture in Storage bays

[Brian Gatley]

As many know, this is my first BB. Yesterday I finally got around to
cleaning out the entire storage area from the previous owner. As I
removed some items (wood shelves and cabinets) there was clear
indication of moisture in the storage bays. I also noticed a rag stuffed
in the corner of the plumbing bay and it was soaked when I pulled it out
yesterday.

Last night we got some rain and today there is clearly signs of more
moisture in the storage areas. The coach is dry and has been
winterized.

Is it typical to get moisture infiltration into the storage areas? Or,
is this moisture coming from somewhere else? Roof? Side rail? Siding
screws?

If it is coming from the storage bay doors, is there a way to completely
seal doors to prevent moisture?

I don't have any indication of moisture in the house that I have been
able to find.

If moisture is "typical", is this a good reason to have pull out trays
to keep stuff up off the floor?

Unfortunately not all of us can "winterize" by heading south...;-)

Brian Gatley
93 WLWB PT40
Bend, OR


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