2004 Bailey Ranger 380/2
This quirky lightweight two berth arrived as a trade in. We were informed about a ‘little bit of damp’ in the near-side front wall. Oh boy, that was an understatement…
There had already been repairs in the past - the near-side wall skin was rippled from the use of tools inside. Unfortunately we didn’t manage to get photos when we started work, but suffice to say it was nothing good - two large ply patches had been installed inside the wall while old, wet insulation was left behind. The front wall had also had a similar patch job in years prior.
The bulkhead, front wall and most of the near-side wall had to be renewed, with resealed roof vents and awning rails for good measure as well as some plastic welding to the fascias.
Failing sealant, the leading cause of water ingression issues in older caravans.
With some new framing bracing the wall, we can remove the last of the old patches.
We do not recommend using a large lump of heavy plywood with no fasteners as a repair.
Test fitting the new front wall. A previous repair meant there was very little of the original left to take measurements off - all dimensions had to be taken from the front fascia.
All framing renewed, new wall linings installed and starting to reinstall the cabinetry.
The interior reassembled prior to window refitting.
Front insulation refitted and repairs in progress on prior body modifications.
Front fascia refitted. Note the number of plastic welds required - the root cause of the failure was a crack in the top near-side corner of the fascia underneath the failed awning rail sealant.
Reassembled and ready to go to its new home.
The near side isn't totally perfect unfortunately due to the previous repairs, but it's presentable and the new owner is thrilled.