John E Davies Posted March 26, 2017 Share Posted March 26, 2017 I am pretty sure that the factory is able to repair moderate crash damage. In the event that somebody smashes into the back end, or I skid off into a deep culvert, is it possible, and will they: Unbolt the hull from the frame? Separate the bonded upper and lower sections of the hull? Cut out and weld in new sections of frame with the hull in place? (I am doubtful.) If I wrecked my Ollie would it be cost effective to ship it by truck to the factory for repairs or would it need to go to a local RV repair center? Yuck! Would a marine shop (boats) be a viable option for extensive fiberglass repair? Would they even touch it? I am not paranoid but I do want to understand what would happen if the unthinkable did occur. WARNING! Sad pictures at this link, do not view if you cry easily... http://www.fiberglass-rv-4sale.com/for-sale/2000-wrecked-casita-camper-newalla-ok-on-ebay-ends-april-4 Thanks, John Davies Spokane WA SOLD 07/23 "Mouse": 2017 Legacy Elite II Two Beds, Hull Number 218, See my HOW TO threads: Tow Vehicle: 2013 Land Cruiser 200, 32” LT tires, airbags, Safari snorkel, Maggiolina Grand Tour 360 Carbon RTT. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Commanche Posted March 28, 2017 Share Posted March 28, 2017 Yeah John, you are paranoid. : ) Don't think those thoughts, you might make them happen. Stan Stan and Carol Blacksburg, VA 2014 Dodge Durango 5.7 Hemi 2014 Legacy Elite II Standard Hull 63 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rideandfly Posted March 28, 2017 Share Posted March 28, 2017 Deleted 2015 LE2 #75 / 2024 F-150/5.0L Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John E Davies Posted March 28, 2017 Author Share Posted March 28, 2017 Well, honestly neither of your responses helps, but I do appreciate that you replied. I plan to occasionally take my Ollie on surfaces that most owners would avoid. I need to be mentally prepared for damaging it myself, or for getting nailed by another vehicle, and I would like to know my repair options if that did happen. I don't think that is paranoid - anal certainly - but then again, everybody here in this thread is against me! LOL! If I started a thread about attaching forged steel tow hooks to the frame, and techniques for getting the trailer unstuck without a tow truck, would you think that paranoid? Hooks are on my To Do list, at the very bottom. John Davies Spokane WA 1 SOLD 07/23 "Mouse": 2017 Legacy Elite II Two Beds, Hull Number 218, See my HOW TO threads: Tow Vehicle: 2013 Land Cruiser 200, 32” LT tires, airbags, Safari snorkel, Maggiolina Grand Tour 360 Carbon RTT. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buzzy Posted March 28, 2017 Share Posted March 28, 2017 John, If my Ollie hull suffers any damage, I will be heading to a good marine outfit for repairs. We have many very talented technicians who work with fiberglass and service the boating industry. You might consider the wealth of talent in and around Puget Sound. Buzzy Buzzy 2016 Oliver Elite II - June 9, 2016 2016 F150 Lariat 3.5L EB, Max Towing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rideandfly Posted March 28, 2017 Share Posted March 28, 2017 John, Another thread here that Steve, ScubaRx, posted shows a repair made at Oliver that really impressed me. Looks like the Ollie fiberglass hull would be less labor intensive to repair compared to an aluminum sheet/rib metal hull. Need to find a competent marine fiberglass shop. http://olivertraveltrailers.com/topic/i-hate-it-when-this-happens/ 2015 LE2 #75 / 2024 F-150/5.0L Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John E Davies Posted March 28, 2017 Author Share Posted March 28, 2017 Oh, thanks that is a great thread. I can do fiberglass work but it doesn't look really good. Gelcoat is a mystery to me. One thing that would be good to have in the repair kit is white Marine Tex. It is great for temporary or permanent repairs, can be sanded and polished. But it does not look like gel coat. Close .... but no cigar. https://www.amazon.com/Marine-Tex-Might-Repair-Ounce/dp/B001446LKO John Davies Spokane WA SOLD 07/23 "Mouse": 2017 Legacy Elite II Two Beds, Hull Number 218, See my HOW TO threads: Tow Vehicle: 2013 Land Cruiser 200, 32” LT tires, airbags, Safari snorkel, Maggiolina Grand Tour 360 Carbon RTT. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GaryJona Posted March 28, 2017 Share Posted March 28, 2017 Do as I do carry a lot of Duct Tape and them head to the Oliver's would be my first choice then it would be probably fiberglass shop I would be picky on that one living in Florida I would want to be near the work done and the wiring might be tuff for outsiders. Just my 2 and half cents. Thanks Gary Gary & Jona 2016 Silverado 2500 Diesel Legacy Elite II Hull 81 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators SeaDawg Posted March 28, 2017 Moderators Share Posted March 28, 2017 Minor (thinking 1 or 2 ft square) repairs can likely be made by any good glass worker at a boatyard. Get the color numbers for your gel coat. Thats a tough match if you don't know. I would also recommend good Sam's replacement cost insurance, in your case. We've had it from day one. They also suspend liability when you are parking for the off season, so it is really, truly affordable. Sherry 2008 Ram 1500 4 × 4 2008 Oliver Elite, Hull #12 Florida and Western North Carolina, or wherever the truck goes.... 400 watts solar. DC compressor fridge. No inverter. 2 x 105 ah agm batteries . Life is good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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