Re: Penthouse fabric repair?
alrighty, back from a 3-week journey to the OR/CA coast...the Edsport got into some nice camping spots..
I got the patch job done right before I left. I used the fabric provided by SMB and the Barge Cement. It's basicly a contact cement that stays flexible over time, but it is a little yellow in color so you have to be careful about any cement sneaking over the edge of the patch. I patched both sides, using a larger piece for the outside patch...that way both patches didn't line up on the same edge. I thought that might even out the stress on the penthouse fabric a bit. I was able to remove most of the ceiling screws to lower the ceiling pieces a bit and then was able to move and center that trim piece. I put a dab of silicone and a screw at each end into the wood behind. Also, with the ceiling pieces lowered, I was able to tuck the top of the patches up and around very nicely. BTW and FYI, the only thing holding the penthouse fabric to the roof are the ceiling screws, so I had a little saggage there with a bunch of screws taken out. But I was able, with help, to get the thing tucked back in and secured. And, as an added bonus, the penthouse curtain, even when rolled up, completely obscures the inside patch!
all in all, I would say a successful repair thanks to all you folks...much appreciated and happy trails.
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Ed
The "Edsport"
1988 E-150 RB...a classic!
2WD, 302 V8 w/Fuel Injection
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