Insane 1999 Wildwood repair....pic heavy! - Page 21

rollscanardly · 03-06-2018, 04:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Jay2504

That looks like some real progress. I didn’t have any trouble seeing the pictures. I also agree that the backwards new material looks better. At this rate you might even get to camp early. Jay

I ended up re-loading the pictures. Live and learn...

Early? that'd be nice, but there's still quite a bit more to be done.

Including....NEW TIRES! I'll need suggestions! This ought to open up a can of worms!....

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Originally Posted by rmac04401

The whole piece had adhesive. The pieces were about 3” wide. Yes it survive PA winters and summers fine. It also had that wood grain feel. It was all vinyl. Wife really loved it.

Sounds like a winner. I will look into those. Was your sub-floor plywood?

Rich

rmac04401 · 03-06-2018, 12:29 PM

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Originally Posted by rollscanardly

I ended up re-loading the pictures. Live and learn...

Early? that'd be nice, but there's still quite a bit more to be done.

Including....NEW TIRES! I'll need suggestions! This ought to open up a can of worms!....

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Sounds like a winner. I will look into those. Was your sub-floor plywood?

Rich

It was particle board. You with plywood would be better surface than mine was to adhere to.

rracer5 · 03-06-2018, 04:24 PM

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Originally Posted by rollscanardly

Very nice floor! I was going to buy a type of plank flooring, but got scared off by being told that those floors have a lot of edges, etc., that could possibly lift due to the extreme temperature changes. I live in New England. It gets hot, and cold!

So, I decided to go with vinyl sheet flooring. But....I have heard that others have been successful with plank flooring in their campers.

Where do you mostly "reside"...in a warmer climate? How long ago did you install that floor?

BTW...that looks like a beautiful camper! Mine is like a slum compared to yours...

Rich

Well Rich, I too did a lot of debating on which way to go with flooring. My DW finally convinced me to go with the vinyl plank flooring by reminding me if it didn't work out, our investment was only $250 in flooring. I then wrangled over what type to get (snap together, adhesive strip, loose lay or stick down). I ultimately decided that the adhesive strip type would be best for an area that would be exposed to both movement (traveling) & temperature changes. This would allow the floor to "become one" which would be less susceptible to seams unsnapping or separating because then the floor could move/expand/contract as a whole rather than move against itself if it was glued down in its' entirety.

Now with that said, we have taken one 600 mile trip and has been exposed to near freezing night temps and warmed up during the day on several occasions with no signs of concern. The floor was installed this past November & has been lived in full time. So far, so good.

rollscanardly · 03-06-2018, 05:40 PM

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Originally Posted by rmac04401

It was particle board. You with plywood would be better surface than mine was to adhere to.

Thank you...I'm really glad we discussed this. I'm going to go with planks.

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Originally Posted by rracer5

Well Rich, I too did a lot of debating on which way to go with flooring. My DW finally convinced me to go with the vinyl plank flooring by reminding me if it didn't work out, our investment was only $250 in flooring. I then wrangled over what type to get (snap together, adhesive strip, loose lay or stick down). I ultimately decided that the adhesive strip type would be best for an area that would be exposed to both movement (traveling) & temperature changes. This would allow the floor to "become one" which would be less susceptible to seams unsnapping or separating because then the floor could move/expand/contract as a whole rather than move against itself if it was glued down in its' entirety.

Now with that said, we have taken one 600 mile trip and has been exposed to near freezing night temps and warmed up during the day on several occasions with no signs of concern. The floor was installed this past November & has been lived in full time. So far, so good.

OK...so, a "stuck-together, floating floor". That makes sense.

I will go with the Allure Traffic Master plank flooring.

Rich

Jay2504 · 03-06-2018, 07:06 PM

Rich, you have put a lot of work into this camper. You, better than most people would know how difficult it would be to fix damage caused by a blowout. I recommend that you go with Goodyear Endurance tires if using ST type tires. That is what I am going to put on my camper next year when my tires age out. Others, I’m sure have different opinions. What size tires do you have now? Jay

rollscanardly · 03-07-2018, 04:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Jay2504

Rich, you have put a lot of work into this camper. You, better than most people would know how difficult it would be to fix damage caused by a blowout. I recommend that you go with Goodyear Endurance tires if using ST type tires. That is what I am going to put on my camper next year when my tires age out. Others, I’m sure have different opinions. What size tires do you have now? Jay

Current tires are ST 225/75R-15.

Rich

rracer5 · 03-07-2018, 12:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Jay2504

Rich, you have put a lot of work into this camper. You, better than most people would know how difficult it would be to fix damage caused by a blowout. I recommend that you go with Goodyear Endurance tires if using ST type tires. That is what I am going to put on my camper next year when my tires age out. Others, I’m sure have different opinions. What size tires do you have now? Jay

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rracer5 · 03-07-2018, 01:11 PM

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Originally Posted by rollscanardly

Thank you...I'm really glad we discussed this. I'm going to go with planks.

OK...so, a "stuck-together, floating floor". That makes sense.

I will go with the Allure Traffic Master plank flooring.

Rich

Exactly!! The floor can float/move/expand/contract as necessary whether it be because of temp. changes or twisting caused by traveling down the road. I like that your floor is plywood. This should be a stiffer surface for the floor to lay flat on.

I think this is what we got.....maybe not the exact color/grain but, close.

http://www.homedepot.com/p/TrafficMA...1053/100592904

You can see in the above link how it's installed. It was easy to work with....just score the back and bend it to break it off. Of coarse, notches and corners needed to be cut all the way through. And in case you're worried, the top layer (finish) is very tough to cut through & I dulled many a utility blade. So, comforting to know the surface will hold up to some use & abuse.

DavidBo · 03-07-2018, 05:23 PM

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Originally Posted by rracer5

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I replaced my factory tires with GY Endurance, didn't even wait for them to wear out. The noticeable increase in weight alone over the original Overseas Explosives gives me peace of mind. Of course there are other choices, Maxxis and Carlisle have a strong following here as well.
Tires are among the top topics here, along with winterizing dos/dont's and "will my (insert truck here) pull a (insert trailer here).

Your rig is looking great, keep up the good work!

rollscanardly · 03-08-2018, 04:48 AM

Thank you all for the advice!!...

Rich

rollscanardly · 03-25-2018, 11:51 PM

A little more progress...

Started laying the new floor...

Obviously, the trim to cover the expansion gap has to be installed. Still debating on using quarter-round or inside corner trim...

I'm glad that's done.

Rich

Dwilcox · 03-26-2018, 12:53 AM

Looks great Rich, very nice job. You are going to have a awesome rig when you take it out.

arter368rlbhk · 03-26-2018, 01:23 PM

I would recommend using base shoe mold for the edges of the floor.

rockfordroo · 03-26-2018, 02:17 PM

Don't see any snow outside. Did that last Nor'easter miss you?

rracer5 · 03-26-2018, 08:39 PM

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Originally Posted by rollscanardly

A little more progress...

Started laying the new floor...

Obviously, the trim to cover the expansion gap has to be installed. Still debating on using quarter-round or inside corner trim...

I'm glad that's done.

Rich

That's what I'm talkin' about Rich! Nice job & looks great!

Jay2504 · 03-26-2018, 08:49 PM

Love how the floor color works so well with the wood tones in the rest of the camper. Any chance of sneaking it out before the first reservation? Jay

rollscanardly · 03-28-2018, 05:31 AM

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Originally Posted by Dwilcox

Looks great Rich, very nice job. You are going to have a awesome rig when you take it out.

Thank you!

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Originally Posted by arter368rlbhk

I would recommend using base shoe mold for the edges of the floor.

I checked them out. Quite a selection! Thanks for "defining" them for me! I will certainly use one of them.

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Originally Posted by rockfordroo

Don't see any snow outside. Did that last Nor'easter miss you?

YES!! Thankfully, that storm completely missed us.

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Originally Posted by rracer5

That's what I'm talkin' about Rich! Nice job & looks great!

Thanks...I feel like one of the "cool guys" , now...

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Originally Posted by Jay2504

Love how the floor color works so well with the wood tones in the rest of the camper. Any chance of sneaking it out before the first reservation? Jay

We anguished over the color selection. Went back and forth between different big box stores (several times each).

We wanted a floor that provided some contrast to the lighter cabinets, but had a tinge of that cabinet color in the floor.

DW and her sisters absolutely love it.

I still have a ways to go before it's ready to hit the campgrounds. Awning has to be replaced, new tires, new tank blade valves need to be installed, a new additional electrical sub-panel needs to be added.

PLUS...I have to get some "backing into tight spots" practice time in.

Rich

arter368rlbhk · 03-28-2018, 11:23 AM

No problem Rich, keep in mind base shoe is taller than it is wide(1/2 x 3/4 )Generally the reason it’s used bc it looks less bulky then the 3/4 x 3/4 quarter round or cove molding. Just something to think about

AZ Pete · 04-25-2018, 06:15 PM

impressive work. I have had travel trailers for about 14 years, and keeping the water out along with fixing the shoddy workmanship, they can be a challenge. You are an inspiration.

rollscanardly · 05-06-2018, 02:32 PM

Well, I don't get it, but the pics on post # 412 don't show up on my computer...

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Here's a refresher on the new floor...

I had to make a custom entry door threshold, so here's a stainless steel one...

Bought a new toilet. It is 2" taller than the original toilet. So, I had to make a longer tailpiece.

Soldered these 2 brass fittings together...

Installed...

...more to come...

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