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Shortbus
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Feb 14, 2014

Siding Recomendation ?

I have a hand-built truck camper I purchased from the builder. It is built very well, but he ran out of money and time when he got to the exterior. There is Luan on the outside now, painted. I need to put something over it, or replace all of it. I don't have a ton of money to put into the project at this time, but want to put something on it that will last. I store it in the garage, but use it in all weather.

Open to any suggestions you have

Thanks

Shortbus
  • Any details or pics on the build? Is it wood framed? aluminum framed?
  • Would like to see the Epoxy product, I like the sound of that. A name would be great if you have one.



    I thought about the aluminum siding, but have never worked with it. Guess it wouldn't be to hard to use.

    I like the fiberglass panel idea as well, will have to research it.

    Thanks for the info so far, this is great.

    I will take before and after pics when I do it.

    Shortbus
  • I have a s,all repair I will be doing as soon as it warms up. I was thinking of using either fiberglass 1/8 " thick and comes in a 4 x 8' sheet in all colors or aluminium flashing that is wide enough or in a sheet if I can get it.
  • skipbee wrote:
    There are some durable 2 part epoxy coatings used in marine applications. They can be brushed on, and will seal the luan for a goodly period. Be sure to prime the wood first and caulk the seams well.


    Are you referring to something like Pettit Marine EZPoxy2?
  • There are some durable 2 part epoxy coatings used in marine applications. They can be brushed on, and will seal the luan for a goodly period. Be sure to prime the wood first and caulk the seams well.
  • fla-gypsy wrote:
    dadwolf2 wrote:
    Aluminum siding would be on my short list.


    It would also be the most durable and cheapest option IMO.



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  • dadwolf2 wrote:
    Aluminum siding would be on my short list.


    It would also be the most durable and cheapest option IMO.