Sandwich construction... advice needed

[stjohn]

One of those wise old men once told me that paint would cover a multatude of sins(I've gotten to be a prettygood painter in the last 10 or 15 years)

[angib]

How critical are the joints between the frame members.

In practice, not at all important once the sandwich is assembled. Good joints between the framing members will improve the overall strengh a bit, but it's highly unlikely you'll ever need that strength.

For example, it might stop the side from being blown in during a hurricane where the other side of the trailer was pressed up against a building (otherwise that sort of side pressure would just blow the trailer away) - but is this a big worry.........?

The time the quality of the framing joints is more important is if you are turning over the 'future sandwich' when it's only got one skin on it - then, the strength of the framing is quite important so, if you have poor joints, turn it gently with careful support.

Andrew

[Krob]

Thanks alot, you are all awesome, Thanks for the advice..I guess it is time to head back to the shop this evening...pics coming soon