mandoman
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Post by mandoman on Aug 14, 2014 15:06:12 GMT -8
Hi all,
In the process of scalloping out some framing to string new wiring I poked the chisel through the outer skin causing about a 1/2 inch tear. After the sick feeling in my stomach passed I was able to even out the ends and silicone it closed. It doesn't look terrible, but you can still see the tear, the mounded silicone, and the rough edges.
Is there a better way to clean/seal this up?
Any help is appreciated.
Thanks.
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Post by John Palmer on Aug 14, 2014 19:26:10 GMT -8
This is a Silicone Free Zone!
Form a small patch for the outside, coat the mating surfaces with "Urethane" sealer, NOT Silicone. Attach with screws. In time, Urethane will continue to stay stuck, Silicone will not. Urethane is also paintable when necessary, Silicone is not paintable.
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Post by vikx on Aug 14, 2014 20:36:55 GMT -8
I agree. Remove all of the silicone.
If you patch it on the back side with Waterproofing tape, it will seal. (the tape is thicker and very sticky compared to normal tape, HD)
You might be able to put a light in that area, or a small vent plate, possibly an outside plug or inlet.
Any photos?
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Post by mandoman on Aug 22, 2014 11:19:30 GMT -8
Hi guys, Just got back in town. Thanks for your suggestions...nothing done so far. I've included a couple pics of the tear (still with silicone) and also what is in the way on the inside. The outlet or light is a great idea, but framing for the galley is in the way. Also a couple pics of where the project is right now. Still looking for someone in Colorado to lay floor, insulate, install pre-shellaced panels, and repair/replace seats/bedframe and few more things. Time...I need time. Thanks for your suggestions.
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Post by mandoman on Aug 22, 2014 11:23:30 GMT -8
Hmmm...try this for the images:
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Post by John Palmer on Aug 22, 2014 19:57:41 GMT -8
In looking at your photos, I just have to ask myself, how much time could you possibly save trying to do a major rebuild on a "stick and tin" trailer from the inside?
Seems like you would have been ahead of the game to remove all the skin during the first step. Doing the panels with the roof off is much faster/easier. Your still going to need to pull the windows and reseal them, so no time will be saved with either method.
Just my opinion.
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Post by vikx on Aug 22, 2014 21:27:39 GMT -8
Thanks for the pictures. I think a small plate over that area with waterproofing tape on the back would work. Also, you could use JB weld, sand, then Bondo. I believe you could do a repair that would be invisible.
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