kevandali Posted January 24, 2012 Share Posted January 24, 2012 I only seem to find the time to get on here when problems occur!! I have managed to rip my gas storage door off as I drove out the drive and it wasn't shut and the wind blew it against a post. the door itself is a bit bent but maybe usable, but the frame that the door fits in is all bent and needs replacing. Would i be better off calling Swift or maybe a body repair place ?? Any help appreciated. Kev Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robinhood Posted January 24, 2012 Share Posted January 24, 2012 Jeez, you're determined to wreck that thing, aren't you! :-S I think Swift only tend to deal through dealers/repairers anyway. If you want an estimate without going too far out of your way, you might want to try: http://www.motorhomebodyrepairs.co.uk who are less than 10 miles away from you. I can't vouch for them personally, but I have both visited them and heard good things - I suspect it won't be cheap though. Good luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevandali Posted January 24, 2012 Author Share Posted January 24, 2012 Only £820 + VAT from Brownhills!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bob b Posted January 24, 2012 Share Posted January 24, 2012 You may be better off finding a boatyard that specialise in fibreglass repairs. It may be possible to make a mould from the damaged item and make a replacement door. They may even be able to repair/replace the frame.I know that theres a firm that does just this with shower trays. Have a google! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robinhood Posted January 24, 2012 Share Posted January 24, 2012 On the off-chance, you could also try ringing O'Learys. They have a lot more in their Aladdin's cave than appears on their website, and they tend to buy-up obsolescent Swift parts. It is a bit of a long-shot, but they know what they're talking about, and it is only a phone call. http://www.olearymotorhomes.co.uk/index.asp Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flicka Posted January 24, 2012 Share Posted January 24, 2012 As well as O'Leary's, you could try Magnum Motorhomes, CAK, Autocraft, Charles & Sons, Miriad or Leisurespares for a frame & use tyour existing insert. http://www.miriad-products.com/search.php?xSearch=Gas+locker+door Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rolandrat Posted January 25, 2012 Share Posted January 25, 2012 Isn't your gas locker door built in two parts? I thought you would be able to remove the damaged half and get some new panelling and make another one, then re assemble it. It would then be as new again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest peter Posted January 25, 2012 Share Posted January 25, 2012 As far as I know these doors are standard parts. There are loads on e.bay And also here. http://www.leisureshopdirect.com/Caravan/caravan_accessories/Doors_and_frames.aspx And here. http://www.rainbowconversions.co.uk/Equipment/Locker_Doors/lockerdoors.htm And here. http://www.dometic.com/enie/International/Site/Caravan/Doors/ Add nauseum. Theres loads on the web. Just google motorhome locker doors. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mel B Posted January 25, 2012 Share Posted January 25, 2012 As has been said before, I think O'Leary's will be your best bet as they buy up the unused stock from the factory I believe. Failing that - it looks like you might be able to turn the door upside down and fit the skirt over the damaged part (after suitably repairing/protecting it) - at least as a temporary measure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yeti Posted January 26, 2012 Share Posted January 26, 2012 Leisure tech in Clitheroe will do it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michele Posted January 26, 2012 Share Posted January 26, 2012 Kev , why not your insurance company ?. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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