|
|
Post by Teachndad on Jan 12, 2016 16:43:32 GMT -8
Hi Friends, I was poking around the web researching and came across a link for Alumaloy. They have a 28 minute video that claims that it can be used to mend holes in aluminum with simply using a propane torch. I didn't watch more than the first minute or two, only because I didn't have the time when I found it. Anyone used this to fill holes in aluminum skins? www.alumaloy.com/ It's got one of those "As seen on TV" labels on the home page which leads me to believe it might be too good to be true or just another snake oil sale. Curious as to your feedback. Cheers, Rod |
|
SusieQ
Global Moderator 
Posts: 4,781 
Likes: 1,197
'62 Shasta Compact
Currently Offline
|
Post by SusieQ on Jan 12, 2016 17:08:44 GMT -8
|
|
nccamper
Administrator 
Posts: 7,745 
Likes: 2,873
1962 Forester- 1956 Shasta
Currently Offline
|
Post by nccamper on Jan 12, 2016 21:16:22 GMT -8
I would be nervous taking a torch that close to thin camper skin. I wonder if it would hold up or melt and make an even bigger hole?
|
|
|
|
Post by trihartsfield on Jan 13, 2016 10:07:26 GMT -8
I would be nervous taking a torch that close to thin camper skin. I wonder if it would hold up or melt and make an even bigger hole? I watched the video. They repair a very thing aluminum can without any damage. Pretty impressive. |
|
|
|
Post by bigbill on Jan 13, 2016 10:14:14 GMT -8
I use it, but have never tried it on trailer skins. It is a good product but requires practice before doing anything important. I think you would have to remove the skin from the trailer or you would set trailer on fire. It was easy for me to use, but I am a certified welder.
|
|
|
|
Post by Teachndad on Jan 13, 2016 12:19:11 GMT -8
I would be nervous taking a torch that close to thin camper skin. I wonder if it would hold up or melt and make an even bigger hole? NCcamper, That's a good point. I had imagined using it as a patch for holes in the roof. I wonder if that application is easier/safer to apply. Also, I think from SusieQ's link to the VTS product, that looks to be the same product as I used in my original post. Cheers, Rod |
|
|
|
Post by danrhodes on Jan 13, 2016 13:45:01 GMT -8
I would be nervous taking a torch that close to thin camper skin. I wonder if it would hold up or melt and make an even bigger hole? Aluminum melts at 1200, fiberglass maybe about the same (at least it won't catch fire). This stuff melts at 728 degrees, so I assume careful use of the torch with no wood directly underneath would be pretty safe. We use a similar thing in electronics...low temp melt solder to allow you to remove multi-pin devices with a single soldering iron. |
|
mobiltec
5K Member
I make mistakes so you don't have to...
Posts: 9,826
Likes: 3,752
1954 Jewel In Progress...
Currently Offline
|
Post by mobiltec on Jan 13, 2016 18:24:48 GMT -8
I would NOT try to repair aluminum skin on the trailer with this kind of heat. The skin would have to come off or at least be peeled away from anything flammable. You don't know what's in there that could smolder for a very long time before finally going POOF and burning your trailer to the ground. These things burn fast folks. Ask me how I know that. Once lit they go up like torches. And anything inside the walls from dry rotted wood and flakes to insulation and paper can smolder and then suddenly catch hours after it started smoldering.
|
|
|
|
Post by vikx on Jan 13, 2016 21:21:57 GMT -8
Larry is so correct. I use trailer debris to start my evening fire. Great kindling!
|
|
