I bought a used truck camper and much to my demise after purchasing I found rotted wood in the front bunk. I plan to replace it, but a little worried about what I may find.

This is a Viking Pop-up so the crank and rail are attache to the bed so I plan to build a support wall to keep the roof up while repairing.

Has anyone ever done this before, am I making a big mistake taking on this project?
Any insight would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks

I bought a 1990 Skamper...had severe water damage in the cab over portion. I removed the outside aluminum first them removed all the wood and replaced it with 2x4. I am 26 years old and have moderate mechanical skills. I didn't think it was too bad I just took my time. My first camping trip in it is this weekend can't wait to finally use it!

Good luck, hope this helps.

I had a really old rig with rot in the cabover, all over under the bunk. When I opened it up I actually found some standing water. I removed the bunk flooring over this framing area and piece by piece, repaced the bad wood; I also reinforced some other framing by bolting angle iron to it. Take your time and think your way through the process. My current project is a different camper with most of the roof rotted out--the EPDM rubber deteriorated and the last owner "just let it go." I've been at it for nearly a month, and had to replace some roof framing, and all the decking. No more EPDM for this chicken, I've replaced it all with Peel and Seal roofing. Should have it done this week (i hope, i hope) so I can take it out for the first weekend in December. I think I spend a fourth of my time on the project just sitting and looking, thinking my way through the process. Helps you make fewer mistakes, but I make plenty anyway.