How To Remove Siding From Travel Trailer

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How to remove siding from travel trailer.

Move to the side and remove the staples holding the metal sheet that was folded and stapled over the edge. Begin by removing any lights that are installed that may be in the way of the siding. If you are reviving your old rv or just got a new one that needs some work here is a quick guide that can help you through the siding process. Step 1 remove lights.

Then add 2 3 4 inches for each frame and s lock that covers your siding section. What you do is measure your siding from frame to frame. Smooth fiberglass siding is used on all types of travel trailers from economically priced trailers to top of the line models. Do not brush the material.

Once you have that measurement add 2 1 4 inches to it for each s lock you have to deal with. Completely remove the entire sheet of siding and then repeat the steps for each additional sheet. Now if there is no metal frame covering your siding then you would have to measure your siding from s lock to s lock. Allow it to dry for 5 10 minutes.

Watch as i remove the fancy schmancy decals from. Good life rv is iowa s top rv service and repair facility. Working in sections apply the varnish with a sponge pad. However some people prefer to use tilex claiming it is stronger and more effective.

The first coat of the restorative material smoothes over the oxidization in the fiberglass. Typically a flat head or other type of screwdriver can remove them. You need to straighten the metal sheet. Corrugated fiberglass is usually reserved for lower priced trailers.

We repair all kinds of campers and even have a rv body. Insert a putty knife under the folded metal sheet and tap on it with a hammer. Some people recommend using a solution of warm water and a splash of bleach. This cleaning solution is safe for rubber roofs but not necessarily for siding or decals.

Do this using a flathead screwdriver or a crowbar. Pry loose the top section of the sheet and then use the needle nose pliers to remove the staples holding the bottom of the sheet in place. Fiberglass is typically attached with contact glue although some trailer manufacturers use metal fasteners to attach the veneer. This is the safest solution as bleach won t hurt your rv roof or siding.

Remove the siding by gently pulling off the sheet from the trailer.