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Old 04-24-2017, 09:03 PM   #1
Larryjb
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Default 2001 2720 outer shell rot!

I knew I was taking a gamble when I bought my 2720, but I paid $4500 for it and figured I could fix just about anything on it. It appears I'll have to replace some of the wood in the outer shell at least. I believe we can still use it for camping this summer, but it looks like I should plan on rebuilding the outer shell soon.

I found two sources related to this:
The HappyTrails repair blog: http://www.trailmanorowners.com/foru...ad.php?t=10660
Unfortunately many of the pictures are lost, even in the pdf version.

and this: http://trailmanorrepair.blogspot.com...2_archive.html
This does have extensive pictures.

HappyTrails seems to be able to do all this without removing the torsion bars, but with most of the pictures missing, it's extremely difficult to interpret a few of his methods. I may be able to figure it out, not sure...

The Trailmanor repair blog outlines a method that involves removing the side wall, which also involves separating the lift arms from the torsion bars. He has lots of pictures, but sounds not too safe.

Am I right to attempt HappyTrails method?
Is there anyone on this site who can help me interpret his method?
About how long would it take to complete one side of one shell if I replace all the wood?
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