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Eaglescout94
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Mar 03, 2019

Adding side panels

Ive tried searching and using all word combos I’ve tried, all I come up with is the add on skirts for winter use. I’m wanting to add some kind of paneling to the lower edge of my fifth wheel to make it look not so comical since I lifted it some. I’m not sure what kind of material to use or what would be the best way to fasten it at the upper and lower edges. The camper sides are formed tin I believe. Does anyone have any recommendations for how to go about adding something on or what kind of material would be best for it? Sorry if this is the wrong category for my question but it seems fitting here.
  • i doubt its Tin, probably Alu

    any way you will likely be using sheet Alu or stainless steel or 'non-metallic'

    i think you will need some struts from the bottom of the 5vr to the bottom of your new skirting, for support
  • Try searching J wrap panel. Had to replace part of the lower panel on former RV due to tire blow out. Local sheet metal fabricator was able to make the panel

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