[Cynical]

Easily replaced yes, although gaining access requires a good deal of disassembly and pulling the outer skin away from the sides. I would not have done so if mine wasn't pulled apart on it's own.


I put a coat of exterior paint on the wood, hoping that will extend it's life some going forward. Learned WAY more than I ever intended about how the whole thing goes together, but why not, just makes me more confident for future repairs.


Thanks to all who helped along the way!!