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whatmeworry · 05-25-2019, 08:00 AM

Punctured, bent in and cracked.
The trailer is basically brand new.
Looking to sell it in about 3-6 months after relocation.

Foam over dent and level.
Money is tight.

1) Cut a 7'x2" sheet of light gray FRP, screw and glue over diamond plate up to top bend. FRP is fairly heavy stuff. $50
2) Piece of 12"x12" aluminum diamond plate , rivet and glue as a patch. $20
3) Piece of aluminum flashing, rivet and glue as a patch. $5
4) Install new replacement panel $$$

What would you do ?

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Spoonsize · 05-25-2019, 09:04 AM

I would replace it or plan to take a hit on the sale price.

whatmeworry · 05-25-2019, 09:21 AM

Let me be more clear on this. Its a 2013. It was stored for yrs in a barn, covered. So it looked and smelt factory new. Still had some nubs on tires.
Added about $700 of upgrades. Progressive Dyn convertor, larger bat, dual propane, etc..

Where can I find the pre-bent front diamond panel ?

robertkathy · 05-25-2019, 09:35 AM

call a local metal shop get a price to fix it right or take that price as a ht when you go to sell. remember the 2020 models are already coming out so your already taking another model year older hit too

hillbilly3 · 05-25-2019, 12:49 PM

4"x6" smooth frp with trailer level bubble attached to it, it would look like a smooth mounting surface that was added for it.

Gigattime · 05-26-2019, 10:31 AM

I'd replace the panel and also make sure to check the corner seals. A hit like that may have opened a seal or two and if missed could lead to a water leak and damage in no time.

Rolling Ragu · 05-26-2019, 10:42 AM

I would put as little money in it as possible while doing a reasonable and attractive repair. I'm thinking some sort of accessory that works as a cover up. Not sure what, but that would keep it from looking like a patch job. Maybe one of those really large leveler bubbles?