scrand wrote:
Ted - I would suggest you talk to another dealer - one that deals with Dutchmen trailers - Mineral Wells WV or Columbus OH - because my dealer said that she got them from the manufacturer without any problem. I know that the doors that I have now are made better and are sealed better than the originals. My problem with my own rebuild was going to be shelter (I had none) and the ability to put enough pressure on the whole door while the glue set. One thing I would recommend if you do it yourself is add another aluminum cross piece - I can't believe they don't have better support in the door. One other thing - where the water has gotten in and the luan has delaminated it will be easy to separate but where water has not gotten in it will be a pain in the butt to remove from the frame - again good luck
I have been out to the one in Mineral Wells. The guy is border line rude. He says he doesn't deal with Dutchmen anymore because of there reputation for poor craftmanship. I have sent an email to the one in Franklin Furnace. Probably a couple weeks ago now. No reply. Guess I will have to call them when I get a chance.
Thanks! You guys are a lot of help. I appreciate this forum.