Does your belly sag?

[JCR GD]

Wondering how many of you have sagging bellies? (on your trailer) (see what I did there )

Mine seems to be getting lower and lower (it's not wet - maybe heat expansion)

I'm thinking of using some 1/2" angle iron or some other material to go cross-wise to help support it.

Has anyone done anything to try and support the belly covering?

Interested in what may have already been done. Thanks

[scott42blue]

Wondering how many of you have sagging bellies? (on your trailer) (see what I did there )

Mine seems to be getting lower and lower (it's not wet - maybe heat expansion)

I'm thinking of using some 1/2" angle iron or some other material to go cross-wise to help support it.

Has anyone done anything to try and support the belly covering?

Interested in what may have already been done. Thanks

JCR
I think it another one of those " not if but when " issues. Not sure what the material is called but they use it for throw aweigh yard signs. My thinking angle iron or other things will just extend the pain. If I keep this RV I plan on aluminum panels with individual aluminum support strips . Panels will be able to drop individually as repairs are needed each will be coated with closed cell foam that cannot absorb water. Doing this will also make RV several times better insulated. Closed cell foam, aluminum panels and custom made aluminum support strips will not be cheap I expect costs to several thousand and not a job I look forward to.
If you need to take it down for any reason trying to put it back will only make sagging worse.
I like JCR would love to hear if anyone has cured this issue.
Scott

[JustinThyme]

My belly sags a little but I think proper diet and a fit sit ups will take care of it!

[notnsuv]

Galvanized chain link fencing? Heehee.. brainstorming, right?

[JCR GD]

Galvanized chain link fencing? Heehee.. brainstorming, right?

Hmmmmm....... yes, brainstorming!

[Cate&Rob]

JCR
I think it another one of those " not if but when " issues. Not sure what the material is called but they use it for throw aweigh yard signs. My thinking angle iron or other things will just extend the pain. If I keep this RV I plan on aluminum panels with individual aluminum support strips . Panels will be able to drop individually as repairs are needed each will be coated with closed cell foam that cannot absorb water. Doing this will also make RV several times better insulated. Closed cell foam, aluminum panels and custom made aluminum support strips will not be cheap I expect costs to several thousand and not a job I look forward to.
If you need to take it down for any reason trying to put it back will only make sagging worse.
I like JCR would love to hear if anyone has cured this issue.
Scott

Hi Scott,

I think you should keep it . . . and do this . . . so I can copy what you do.

Rob

[Canyonlight]

I realized I have "the problem" too. Had to get a new pair of pants today for a wedding this weekend at Custer state park game lodge wedding pavilion and the dreaded sag came into play. I need to take jit's advice and start working it off more than I have. Aluminium braces will not help. Btw-- our 303 belly is looking as fit the day it was spanked in 10/13 !

Dan

[scott42blue]

Galvanized chain link fencing? Heehee.. brainstorming, right?

My first thought was, no way I am installing fencing to entire bottom of my expensive RV. After thinking about it. Remembered I had some fencing put up on my commercial building a few years ago. It comes in black powder coat with matching powder coat tubes. I think what I had put up was 8 or 10 foot high.
Hmmm..... makes me think.
larger sizes and tube supports would make for less panels. Electrical conduit 2 hole straps could make a hinge on one side and make it much easier for one man removal and install. Black powder coat finish would make it maintenance free and appearance tolerable. Any thoughts on this idea would be welcome. Rob jump in any time.
Scott

[james quinn]

material is called coreplast (ie: corrugated plastic).

I think u guys are getting worked up over nothing. If it gets Coopers Droop then put some light angle iron at that spot and call it a day. Chain link would just be a giant fishnet for roadkill and debris, and aluminum underneath is gonna take a beating from the same stuff, not to mention being a colossal waste of money. Save your bucks for the next rig and go fishing or golfing instead of re-inventing the wheel. JMHO.

[scott42blue]

material is called coreplast (ie: corrugated plastic).

I think u guys are getting worked up over nothing. If it gets Coopers Droop then put some light angle iron at that spot and call it a day. Chain link would just be a giant fishnet for roadkill and debris, and aluminum underneath is gonna take a beating from the same stuff, not to mention being a colossal waste of money. Save your bucks for the next rig and go fishing or golfing instead of re-inventing the wheel. JMHO.

Good thoughts and input. For me I would like to take mine down now to install second set of tank sensors.
I also know it is a one time off product. It would be nice to put real insulation in belly and have the ability to check for leaks and run additional wires at any time.
I would also bet aluminium panels or chain link would take a hit and outlast coreplast ( thanks for giving us correct name ) by a long shot.
Scott