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Old 05-04-2022 | 10:23 AM
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I want to get rid of the canvas support in cabin. I have 1/4 inch ply cut to fit. Am I able to fiberglass both sides and make it strong enough for 2 to sleep on? If so, how many layers and what material do I need to use? Want to keep it light.
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Old 05-04-2022 | 10:57 AM
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Id beef it up to 1/2 or 5/8 inch and build a center support off the two stringers and screw it into place that way you still have access to underneath
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Old 05-04-2022 | 11:04 AM
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Was planning on cutting an opening over where ac unit goes and attaching piano hing for access there.

Trying to figure out if and how to make the 1/4 inch strong enough without a bunch of supports.

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Old 05-04-2022 | 10:28 PM
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Pack when we had our gun made pops placed 1/4” wood right over the top of that sail loft thing that supported the original cushion. It worked out well.
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Old 05-05-2022 | 09:32 AM
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If you want light, I would run some aluminum angle crosswise to support it. I think 3 pieces should be sufficient. If you bolt it to the side supports you can always remove it for access.
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Old 05-05-2022 | 07:23 PM
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Originally Posted by ThisIsLivin
If you want light, I would run some aluminum angle crosswise to support it. I think 3 pieces should be sufficient. If you bolt it to the side supports you can always remove it for access.
a "T" section of aluminum glued , screwed and glassed on to the panel.
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