62scotty
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Post by 62scotty on Jan 25, 2016 22:14:50 GMT -8
Curious if anyone can help us get square.
First we removed skins from the left side, next we removed the skins from the rear 5 ft or so, then the back wall came off and we noticed our trailer slouching and twisting to the left.
The left side is cabinet heavy (sink and breaker box are there too) and after the skins and rear wall came off, there was nothing to support this weight so the left side of the trailer slouched about 2 inches.
Hopefully I can get pictures up tomorrow but at this point, we're looking to get things somewhat square again. Should we brace the walls, remove the rest of the ceiling skins and the cabinets from the left side (which we were already planning on rebuilding), even up the walls and then move to rebuild the back wall?
I'm sure this has happened to many people. Thanks in advance for all the help!
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Post by carvelloafer on Jan 26, 2016 6:51:45 GMT -8
Pictures will help for sure. But if I understand correctly, the rear wall is either completely or partially removed. In such case you either have either little or no support so for it to slouch can be expected. Use some temporary braces on an angle to hold it square but most importantly to prevent it from falling over.
Post some pics when you can.
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Post by danrhodes on Jan 26, 2016 8:48:18 GMT -8
Without photos, I am imagining the left wall has drooped below the floor by 2 inches. You can use a floor jack to get this wall back into position, then a T-Shaped 2x4 brace to hold it temporarily while you add more permanent diagonal braces. You might even be able to just use the T-brace and pound it into place, which will lift and even the ceiling, though might cause more damage than want. You could also consider adding some cleats to the wall that will rest on the floor, holding the wall up.
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Post by mobiltec on Jan 26, 2016 13:59:42 GMT -8
Without photos, I am imagining the left wall has drooped below the floor by 2 inches. You can use a floor jack to get this wall back into position, then a T-Shaped 2x4 brace to hold it temporarily while you add more permanent diagonal braces. You might even be able to just use the T-brace and pound it into place, which will lift and even the ceiling, though might cause more damage than want. You could also consider adding some cleats to the wall that will rest on the floor, holding the wall up. photos |
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Post by 62scotty on Jan 27, 2016 13:10:03 GMT -8
it's hard to see but the left side is about 1.5" lower than the right. interestingly, the side wall is not any lower in comparison to the frame.... leading my to believe that the wall is bowing over. check it out: postimg.org/image/hjte5lpwt/ |
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Post by Ten on Jan 27, 2016 13:23:37 GMT -8
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Post by danrhodes on Jan 27, 2016 13:49:03 GMT -8
it's hard to see but the left side is about 1.5" lower than the right. interestingly, the side wall is not any lower in comparison to the frame.... leading my to believe that the wall is bowing over. check it out: postimg.org/image/hjte5lpwt/With that angle on the counter, it sure looks like the left wall is sagging. Is it possible that the lower 1.5" of that wall is totally rotten, leading you to believe that the side wall is not lower than the frame? I had areas that were that bad in the rear and I had to use the other wall to get dimensions to repair. |
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Post by vikx on Jan 27, 2016 21:52:06 GMT -8
Looks very similar to my Loliner. The wall had sagged over 2" and even ripped the wheel well loose. (also sagged below the floor level) It can be fixed. Do some studying and figure out what exactly has happened. It took me a couple of days on mine, but I used ratchet straps, jacks and new wood to get it back where it belonged. The trailer is fine now.
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