Trailer Cover Repair

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handiman

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I have an older 10' Triton that has an aluminum cover/shell that I love, but...

Through the years it has developed minor holes, cracks, etc. I've already patched it using a variety of methods (some might make a Yooper proud). However, I think the time has come to do something a bit more drastic - if I can do it economically. The frame of the cover is in great shape, but I'd like to replace the 'skin' on it. I was wondering if a person can purchase the replacement aluminum 'skin' for it, or what other options there are?

I was considering a tough plastic but was concerned about about cost, weight and reliability. Has anybody done something like this?
Any suggestions other than the obvious of buying a new shell?
 
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ezra

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the steel yards around mpls stock alloy sheets I know at lest 54x144 used a few yrs back to repair a side of a buds trailer that got a hole riped 3/4 down the side back then the sheet was around 120bucks they had like 4 colors in stock.used the same style double side foam tape Triton used to put back on worked good we put on then used a rotozip to trim to size then silicone the joint and reinstalled edge band stuff.I am sure most steel yards carry or can get that thin alloy sheeting
 
heckler56

heckler56

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Not sure anyone makes alum siding for homes anymore, but that could be a source.

Good suggestion to check with semi repair specialists for sources of material.

Not sure there would be a plastic that could handle a impact under extreme cold conditions.
 
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