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Old 05-13-2013, 08:42 PM   #1
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Woodpecker Damage

Had it only a couple of days and found BB size dents in the front just above the window. At first I thought someone vandalized it; but, then discovered it was a Woodpecker.... Went and bought a plastic Owl, a pinwheel, and a sonic motion detector that sends a high pitch sound. So far the culprit hasn't returned. But now everytime I walk out and look at the Trailer - I see the damage. It's to small to take to the dealership, big enough to drive me nuts. How can I fix?
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Old 05-13-2013, 08:47 PM   #2
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Pictures would be helpful. Likely, tho, not much you will be able to do with the dents.. just 'character'... until you need to replace the panels... but then pictures do help...

I have seen some success with dry ice.. focus on the center of the dent.. may pop...
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The bird is signalling his territory. They do this during their breeding season. He may not return because I don't think the noise coming from the aluminum of an Airstream gives the desired effect like a metal transformer or chimney cap. Not sure there's a way to fix it without getting to the back side of the panel to try to push out the divots. Might be easier (and cheaper) to learn to live with this 'battle scar'.
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