Repairing cracks in fiberglas

From the Brenderup Owners facebook page (with permission):

From a series of Q&A posts:

I've read elsewhere to use Gelcoat repair for fiberglass boats to repair spider cracks. Here's a link to directions. There are YouTube videos also

Oops, here's the link https://itstillruns.com/fix-spider-cracks-fiberglass-8002953.html

ITSTILLRUNS.COM

How to Fix Spider Cracks in Fiberglass

How to Fix Spider Cracks in Fiberglass

Yes, I talked to a boat person a while back. You can re-gelcoat a fiberglass surface.

I took mine to a car detail shop they wet-sanded and re-coated it. It looks amazing. The shop owner indicated the the next coat (after this one cures) they can incorporate ceramic into it it make it even more durable

do you mind saying how much that cost? Mine also has similar cracking to the OP. I bought it like that, so it must have spent most of its life outside. I store it in a barn so it hasn't gotten any worse at least.

It cost $630. It was expensive but the trailer looked brand new once it was finished. I immediately bought a trailer cover to maintain! The detail shop is having me come back in September to do another coat.

General update

May 19, 2020.  Just a note to update the blog.  This all started back in 2011 when my brakes locked up. Stupid mistake on my part. I did the repair myself and documented it. Since then I just post items that users email to me at Jeff@kurtzinpa.com.

Some of the links from back in the beginning aren't valid now.  If there is something you need to see just send an email and I'll see if I can find it for you. I still have most of my original repair manuals.

Happy Trails!  Jeff  717-620-9676

Misc Maintenance topics.

This information was sent in by one of my readers. 

 Trailer door weather stripping -$1.50  per foot.   "A" position is the one used around the trailer doors.     https://www.horsetraileraccessorystore.com/Push-on-Trim-with-Bulb-Seal_c_238.htm

Trailer Covers – I've used this every winter & it fits the Baron TC well. Its made by Adco and sold various places .  It is the 12'-1" to 14' size.  I bought mine through Valleyvet.com   They last about 3 years.   https://www.valleyvet.com/ct_detail.html?pgguid=D5CEFCD4-4F5D-4A3E-ABD0-FDD229B98D26

Here's a recent video link with details of an inventive replacement for the top section of ramp

https://www.facebook.com/groups/126022580819462/permalink/2904266942994998/?d=null&vh=i

Floor replacement

One of my readers send this in to share.  Any time you do a trailer repair, please, don't hesitate to send photos or stories about your project.

Thanks, Judy!

https://www.facebook.com/scott.webb.5492/videos/10216295784572937

Flooring solution!

I visited my local all-purpose trailer dealer this morning and saw a sample of Blackwood Lumber's rubber infused planking product.  Pretty fascinating!

First thing I did was go to the company website and call customer service.  

they took a look at some Brenderup photos with me and agree that their product is perfect for this application... ( of course... what else would they say?)

The product is treated wood with an 8mm thick rubber coating in 2x6 and 2x8 widths on standard thickness planks.  You can buy any quantity direct from the factory but have to pay shipping.  Any PJ Trailer dealer can order the stuff with no shipping.  Using a local dealer helps get the stuff unloaded and they probably can work on the floor for you.

The standard version has exposed wood at the edges.  They recommend the Pro version which is complete coverage.  No More MATTS!

Links:  Blackwood Lumber <<<

PJ Trailer Sales <<<

PJ Trailer has dealers across the country.  There is probably a sample of the product on their check-out counter.

Let me know if you decide to use this product.  

Repair location(s)

This just in!! ::: This fellow in TX does trailer repairs (mechanical stuff like brakes and bearings) and will work on Brenderups!
Scott Webb
New Braunfels, TX 78132
Contact: Jesse Webb
Phone: (830) 708-3540

If you have a contact who works on Brenderups please email to me so I can add them to this post.

Thanks,  Jeff   Jeff@kurtzinpa.com

In NJ:  Sent in by a reader...

Winter Storage?

Today I had an inquiry about a cover for a Brenderup stored out-of-doors.

I don't have anything to recommend for a cover, but I also don't know it is really necessary.

I wipe down the entire trailer exterior with a product called 303 Marine Protection,

available at any boat store and probably Walmart.   I do that to all my outdoor toys including my winter coats.

If you do use a cover be certain that it's not so tight that things can stay ventilated to reduce rust and rot.  We just parked our trailer facing the prevailing wind and put a board or something under the mats so things can dry out.

People say that a carport is the best storage for vehicles.   They rust more in a garage than out where it's ventilated.

I had a cover for a car once that was really soft on the inside to avoid rubbing the finish.    You'll have to search online for something that might be suitable.

Have fun!

Let me know if you find something and send pics.  I'll put it on my blog.

Happy trails!

Jeff Kurtz