Posted 2010-10-24 1:42 PM (#126186) Subject: Fixing small leak in the center of my fiberglass horse trailer roof
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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?
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
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Posts: 447 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
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
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Posts: 5870 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.
Fixing small leak in the center of my fiberglass horse trailer roof
