How To Repair Filon Siding

Here are some basic steps to take to replace your rv s siding.

How to repair filon siding. Remove all the frames covering the section you are about to replace then use a flathead screwdriver and remove any lights on those sections continue to use the flathead screwdriver and start removing any staples on or surrounding those. The best fiberglass siding is made from a material commonly known as filon a durable and smooth reinforced plastic. Needing some help and repair procedure for my cross terrain toy hauler with fiberglass filon siding. If using original siding must make sure it s lined up before sticking together.

If you have styrofoam panels for insulation the glue will eat it up. If you re looking for a siding option that combines safety durability and great looks it s fiberglass that you need. Once the pieces become tacky they are ready to be fit on to the camper. Next lay the prepared fiberglass fabric onto the repair area.

Adding a nice picture will cover the bad spots and keep the repair hidden. Use a paintbrush to saturate the resin into the glass. Once you get the amount of filon you need you just cut it to size and glue it over the hole. Both surfaces need glue and let dry before bonding.

Continue adding repair patches until all previously removed fiberglass fabrics have been properly replaced. In order for the contact cement to work properly you need to roll or brush a coat on the filon and do the same on the plywood. I would use contact cement not the gel form contact cement will adhere to wood fiberglass and metal. I was quoted anywhere from 900 2400 to fix it professionally.

Filon fiberglass usually comes in rolls and can be cut to different sizes from 1 to 40 feet in length. Add another layer if needed but pause every other layer to debulk the patch as much as you can. The rolls are usually a standard 8 1 2 feet wide.