tpcm5000
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Post by tpcm5000 on Jun 11, 2020 11:15:13 GMT -8
Before I plunge into pulling the skin, do you rely strictly on window and fixture cut outs and studs at the corners to get them back on in the exact location you pulled them? Is there some other technique I need to consider? As I have Pittsburgh seams and will be taking off bottom to top, and reassembling top to bottom, I am most concerned about these corner skin/roof pieces. They have no cutouts to guide me and I assume I have to put them on first and work my way down the camper. If I start with the top side panels that seems to be the guide I need, but again, are there any other steps I need to take before I pull the skin to ensure as I reattach when I get to my bottom panels everything will be square? Gracias.  panelsnoroof by Tom Myers, on Flickr |
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Post by vikx on Jun 11, 2020 11:40:43 GMT -8
Sides: I use the openings to align the skin, also the old screw holes. It's rare that the entire wall framing has to be replaced, so some of the old holes will be there. (small 3/4 drywall screws work well as temporary tacks) As you work, you will see little divots that match the skins, it's actually pretty easy to align them.
The roof skins will also have holes to match the old nail/staple holes in the wood and siding. You'll need a helper to get the overlap even on both sides and the metal seems to line up at the Pittsburgs. You can also make marks to help guide you. The back piece with the window can be tacked in place to determine where the upper roof goes.
Building the trailer about 1/4" narrower than you think it needs to be will give you an 1/8 inch leeway on skin fit at the front and back; also trial fit the skins to be sure the frame is the right size. I built my Corvette 1/8" too wide and ended up with new front and back skins. Ugh.
After the windows and doors are removed, the next step will be to pull the front and back skins. Be very careful with any curved pieces and straighten the folded edges before moving them to prevent splits. Even a slight move will cause splits in curved metal.
Lots of pictures for us!
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Post by aslmx on Jun 12, 2020 15:15:46 GMT -8
I used windows and sides to reinstall but I made a big mistake and did it when it was 55 degrees and later had some oil canning. Make sure it’s hot enough to reinstall.
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