Fiberglass vs Metal
Fiberglass vs Metal : Which is the better material for the shell of a motor home ? I bought a 1986/87, E-350 Ford, 460 CI V8, Mobile Traveler, I think 24 ft, with a fiberglass body. Would like some ex...
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WNYBob wrote:
IMO Fiberglass is not worth it, unless the backer is NOT WOOD. Yes most "fiberglas" RV's have wood as a backer. Even high humidity or a very minor moisture penitration can cause "Delamination". If this happens you loose THOUSANDS in resale value.
Look for Azdel or similar non wood backers.
I could not have said it better ! Azdel is the only "backer" that does NOT contain wood/wood fibers or other material that will rot. Only a couple of RV companies use it (Coachman for one) and it is NOT used in all exterior surfaces.
