Fixing small leak in the center of my fiberglass horse trailer roof
bavenda
Reg. Feb 2010
Posted 2010-10-24 1:42 PM (#126186)
Subject: Fixing small leak in the center of my fiberglass horse trailer roof


Member


Posts: 6

Location: Saratoga, Ca

I have a small hole in the fiberglass roof of my horse trailer.  I can get a fiberglass repair kit but I am concerned that the roof will take my weight on it.  What is the best way to repair a small hole in the center of the roof? (I can't reach it just standing on a ladder) 

Would a piece of plywood on the top help spread out the weight?

 

Thanks

 

 

share Top of the page Bottom of the page
laurie
Reg. Jun 2004
Posted 2010-10-24 3:03 PM (#126187 - in reply to #126186)
Subject: RE: Fixing small leak in the center of my fiberglass horse trailer roof


Extreme Veteran


Posts: 447
10010010010025
Location: cedar rapids iowa		Plywood or you could put a ladder on each side and plank acrossed it and then no weight would be on the roof. You might also ask the maunfacturer what they suggest
share Top of the page Bottom of the page
gard
Reg. Aug 2007
Posted 2010-10-24 6:01 PM (#126190 - in reply to #126186)
Subject: RE: Fixing small leak in the center of my fiberglass horse trailer roof


Expert


Posts: 5870
50005001001001002525
Location: western PA

I find the easiest way to support a roof if it is open on the inside, is to brace it from the inside. The same piece of plywood and a 2 x 4 cut to length from the floor to roof, will easily support your weight. Cut the stud slightly longer (+1/2") and wedge it into place.

If the glass is torn, you will need a repair kit. If it only has a singular small hole, JB Weld will make an easy, long lasting repair.

share Top of the page Bottom of the page