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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-22-2022, 09:22 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,258
Posted By Markz
Looks really nice. I agree; do it once, do it...

Looks really nice. I agree; do it once, do it right, never willing to do that again. Very tedious.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-17-2022, 09:58 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,258
Posted By Markz
I have used Dicor self leveling lap sealant in...

I have used Dicor self leveling lap sealant in the past for such issues. It comes in white. 146582
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-17-2022, 08:01 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,258
Posted By Markz
Thank you.

Thank you.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-17-2022, 08:00 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,258
Posted By Markz
To reseal the belly band, your best bet would be...

To reseal the belly band, your best bet would be to remove the aluminum and fill in any gaps between the upper and lower body with some form of epoxy. Be sure to scrape out all the dirt that has...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-16-2022, 07:39 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,258
Posted By Markz
I didn't use any sealant. I had previously sealed...

I didn't use any sealant. I had previously sealed the belly band halves with resin. Now the aluminum channel is pressed tight against the lip further preventing and water intrusion.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-05-2022, 09:12 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,258
Posted By Markz
I started from the beginning point of the curve...

I started from the beginning point of the curve and worked my way through it.

Notice on my gig I placed arrows. I found that if you always use the gig in the same direction the results were more...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-13-2022, 09:51 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,258
Posted By Markz
Yes, harder then the 2x4 thus more sidewall...

Yes, harder then the 2x4 thus more sidewall support. On my gig, the 2x4 sidewalls were getting pretty chewed up and providing less support over time.
Please note, I plained the Cut-Out MDF wedge...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-05-2022, 09:21 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,258
Posted By Markz
If I would do it again, I would sandwich the mdf...

If I would do it again, I would sandwich the mdf between two peices of aluminum then the 2x4 wood for support.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-24-2022, 04:19 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,258
Posted By Markz
A bit of both. The jig idea is not originally...

A bit of both. The jig idea is not originally mine. I got the idea from another member to this board.
You can find anything here.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-24-2022, 07:06 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,258
Posted By Markz
I pop rivited on the top. I made the jig by...

I pop rivited on the top.
I made the jig by tracing the body curve onto a peice of 3/4" MDF, cutting it out and sandwiches it between two 2x4s.
I used the cut out peice of MDF to press the 3/4"...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-23-2022, 10:20 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,258
Posted By Markz
I created a jig to bend the 3/4" Home Depot...

I created a jig to bend the 3/4" Home Depot channel. Bent four peices to wrap around the camper and pop rivited every inch or so. It takes time, patience and alcohol. 146020146021146022
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