SHIPLAP DURAPLATE LOWER HORIZONTAL PANEL SPLICE ...

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Shiplap DuraPlate Lower Horizontal Panel Splice
Remove the Lower Portion of DuraPlate Wall
1. Using a heavy sledge hammer, start at one end and strike the inside
lower wall panel just above the base rail, many times in succession.
The heavy impacts will break the lower cut portion away from the base
rail. Continue breaking the wall loose and progressing the full length of
the lower side panel.
Check the Wall Portion for Uneven Areas
1. Use a string to recheck the remaining upper portion of side wall for wavy,
uneven areas. It is important to bring the panel into line before attaching
the inside aluminum extrusion.
2. Use two nylon tie-down strap that are secured to the logistic anchor
plates on the opposite side wall to force the cut wall edge in line. Leave
these straps in place to stabilize the wall until the splice seam riveting has
been completed.
3. Remember to drill and remove the two lower 1 /4" rivets from every lap joint
seam just above the cut-line. This will allow the aluminum extrusions to fit
flush against the outer wall surface before being permanently riveted in
place.
4. Use a hammer and heavy bucking bar to straighten out any uneven
edges along the base rails top rivet flange.
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