Water damage self repair?
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May-03-2022 04:35 PM
The rear corner trim had lost its sealant and it seems like water worked it’s way in. The back corner under the bed is soft - the 2 walls and the floor. About a 2’ sq section on each.
It’s all hidden under the bunk which is nice.
So is it a DIY capable? I’m very handy and do most home and car repairs but haven’t done a TT before.
I’m assuming remove linoleum, cut out bad floor. Cut out sections of wall. Let dry. Replace insulation. New floor and glue back down linoleum. What about the wall? What material for that?
Any other tips suggestions or posts with walkthroughs for similar repair?
2012 Grey Wolf 28BH
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May-04-2022 04:05 PM
BurbMan wrote:
Dang Bob that's a pile of work!!
LOL, it was!
I plead temporary insanity! :B
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May-04-2022 03:34 PM
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May-04-2022 12:35 PM
Nice setup for working on the TC, looks great!
Here is one of mine. I had a massive tarp and usually could flip up one side for access to work on it. Worked OK I guess. I had many days, weeks where I couldn't touch it for the constant rain.
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May-04-2022 12:03 PM
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May-04-2022 11:43 AM
BobsYourUncle wrote:
Every time I worked on it I had to remove the tarps, take the siding off, take things apart etc to start my days work. Then at the end I had to put everything back together and tarp it off again. A lot was to keep peace with my neighbors.
This process consumed a lot of time.
I set the tarp up like a tent that I could work under so I didn't have to open it up and close it up every time.
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May-04-2022 09:33 AM
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May-04-2022 08:47 AM
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May-04-2022 07:42 AM
BurbMan wrote:BobsYourUncle wrote:
It is essential to have a closed place to do this, a shop, barn or something similar.
It's certainly nice but not essential. I've done all 3 of my projects outside under a tarp.
I say that because I did my rebuild in my driveway at the west coast where there is a lot of rain.
Every time I worked on it I had to remove the tarps, take the siding off, take things apart etc to start my days work. Then at the end I had to put everything back together and tarp it off again. A lot was to keep peace with my neighbors.
This process consumed a lot of time.
Having an enclosed place to work would have been a huge help, to just walk away and leave it at the end of a session, and to start where I left off at the beginning of the next.
That's why I say essential.
Yeah, it can be done under a tarp. I did but it was a super big hassle.
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May-04-2022 06:56 AM
BobsYourUncle wrote:
It is essential to have a closed place to do this, a shop, barn or something similar.
It's certainly nice but not essential. I've done all 3 of my projects outside under a tarp.
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May-04-2022 06:48 AM
Bottom line, what you’ve described is akin to maybe remodeling a bathroom. If you’re a reasonably capable diy handyman, there’s nothing magical or high tech about the assembly of a camper. Dig in and get ‘er dun!
Worst case, you have a few questions that you sort out and in the end, you’ve performed a repair for pennys on the dollar compared to the risks/benefit of taking it to a shop.
Good luck.
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May-04-2022 06:44 AM
In answer to your question, yes, this can be done as a DIY. It is essential to have a closed place to do this, a shop, barn or something similar.
To get an idea of what is involved taking a trailer apart, have a look at my Rebuild Project.
There are different construction methods amongst the various brands. Check to see what yours is.
Mine was 2X2 wood stud framing, 2X3 floor joists. The aluminum siding was stapled directly to the studs, no sheeting because that adds a lot of weight. The interior was 1/8" wood paneling.
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May-04-2022 12:52 AM
t-smith wrote:
So is it a DIY capable? I’m very handy and do most home and car repairs but haven’t done a TT before.
I’m assuming remove linoleum, cut out bad floor. Cut out sections of wall. Let dry.
The real problem is the floor. The water could have traveled a long way damaging the plywood. All walls and cabinets are built directly on top of the floor and attached to it. You might have to disassemble more than you think.
t-smith wrote:
Replace insulation. New floor and glue back down linoleum. What about the wall? What material for that?
This depends on the manufacturer and model. Typical wall are 2x2 studs. If it has aluminum siding the exterior sheathing is probably 1/4" plywood. Interior is usually luan plywood. Nothing really tricky.
Some models use aluminum studs and Azdel sheathing. Azdel should not rot, but the Filon flexible skin can delaminate.
This is a big job. The average DIYer could spends months working nights and weekends.
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May-03-2022 06:05 PM
Forum member JBarca rebuilt an entire Sunline travel trailer, top to bottom due to multiple leaks. John is a great guy but even you are a fast reader, there is hours of reading here with hundreds of pictures.
If you have a place to work and keep the exposed part of the trailer dry, you won't have any problems. I'm handy like you and like anything else new, you take your time, it's nothing complicated. PM me if I can help.
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May-03-2022 04:51 PM