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Post by eliz65 on Aug 9, 2013 11:45:36 GMT -8
What does everyone use to nail in the birch? Do you use an electric stapler? I know the mobiltec on one of his videos used a handheld nailer for part of the work. However, we have an electric stapler, and I'd prefer not to have to buy anything else... Thanks!
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Post by universalexports on Aug 9, 2013 12:02:34 GMT -8
I use a hammer,,,
I am using the gold twisty nails and a hammer
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Post by cowcharge on Aug 9, 2013 12:13:50 GMT -8
I used a hammer too, lol. That laugh isn't at anyone by the way, it just struck me funny for some reason. Never even thought to use anything else.
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Post by eliz65 on Aug 9, 2013 16:16:36 GMT -8
lol! I thought of that, too, but we are using 1/8 birch - it's just so thin - I was afraid if we hit it, we might damage it. But I'm not great with a hammer. Thanks!
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Post by Ten on Aug 9, 2013 16:29:29 GMT -8
The dreaded twisty nail question comes into play here, as they were originally used to keep them from pulling loose from the framework when the trailer is transported. The vibrations from the road can easily back out regular nails.
I remember a post on this question some time ago, and it was suggested drilling 1/16 inch pilot holes in the paneling for the nails, then using a small hammer to instal the nails.
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Post by eliz65 on Aug 9, 2013 16:30:50 GMT -8
I didn't know about the twisty nails yet, so I'm glad I asked this. Where can I buy those?
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Post by Ten on Aug 9, 2013 16:34:05 GMT -8
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Post by hoosierpoet on Aug 9, 2013 17:48:57 GMT -8
Our locally-owned (non-chain) hardware store had them, they look just like the originals. Twist and all!
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Post by vikx on Aug 9, 2013 22:13:04 GMT -8
I paint screws to match and attach the panels with them. Will never use Dreaded Twisty Nails!
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Post by keri on Aug 10, 2013 9:30:42 GMT -8
Why do you prefer screws over the twisty nails?
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Post by txoil on Aug 10, 2013 13:47:47 GMT -8
Because screws can be removed or installed with more precision than nails...I am using the gold twist nails for panelling and the silver ones for counter trim because they are OEM and what looks correct.
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Post by vikx on Aug 10, 2013 22:12:57 GMT -8
I prefer the look of screws over twisty nails. None of my trailers are totally original, so I like the strength of the screw over a nail. After all the pain of digging twisties, I prefer not to use them. Plus, the new ones do not match the originals exactly, IMO.
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Post by eliz65 on Aug 11, 2013 6:02:18 GMT -8
Thanks so much for this, vikx. Mine definitely isn't original. I'm hoping for doesn't-leak-and-can-go-on-the-road quality, although I am installing some birch paneling, as I think it's pretty and would like it to be somewhat original. I also just found out that my trailer was made locally by a company that no one seems to know about (Osage Manufacturing in Missouri), so it's not one of the "popular" trailers, so I don't know what it's resale value would be anyhow. So, I'm just hoping to get it put together in some way that is possible for me. Screws sound like a nice alternative, although I'm still thinking.
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Post by vikx on Aug 11, 2013 23:12:52 GMT -8
I'm thinking screws over twisties doesn't matter in originality. I mean, if the twisties are different, even slightly, it's not original anyway.
Vintage trailers are fun because you can make them yours. Golden Glow birch is GOOD. How you attach it, if tasteful, notso important.
I love them all. Really.
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