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Cpye · 06-06-2009, 07:53 AM

I just recently purchased a 1968 Tradewind 24' that has lower right and left dented panels that most likely need to be replaced. Any ideas on fixing or replacing would be greatly appreciated. I have started the slow process of polishing the exterior. I would like to know if anyone knows of a wrecked trailer that these parts could be obtained from. They are the lower right and left under panels that wrap up about 2 inches onto the sides. I can also be reached at clintonpye@gmail.com

3Ms75Argosy · 06-06-2009, 10:30 AM

No need to find old ones. Those are flat panels... you need to drill out the rivets and overlay them over your new alumanum. Drill out the holes, and re-attach. If you're not taking off the back interior panels, then you'll need to use Olympic brand rivets, which then need to be shaved. However, taking off the panels and bucking them like orginally came is preferred.
Marc

Melody Ranch · 06-06-2009, 12:02 PM

From the description I think we are talking about the banana wraps. Pictures always help to narrow it down.

Zeppelinium · 06-06-2009, 01:29 PM

If it's the banana wrap, you can repair them.
http://www.airforums.com/forums/f476...air-24690.html

Zep

Cpye · 06-06-2009, 04:36 PM

That is great information. I am interested in checking out the final results. Those skins under repair look great from here.

Inland RV Center, In · 06-06-2009, 06:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Cpye

That is great information. I am interested in checking out the final results. Those skins under repair look great from here.

The original banana wraps were all made with a soft aluminum.

In fact you could put a dent in it by thumping you finger into it.

The metal replacements have been obsolete for better than 10 years.

There is a fiberglass replacement available, however.

Andy

Cpye · 06-06-2009, 10:36 PM

Thanks for the additional information. I am about 20% done with the polishing. What a slow tedious process. I am going to drill these off and try the straightening method shared above and if that does not work I will go fiberglass.

Clinton