[beeje]

For the most part I agree not to cut into it if you don't have to. However, I unfastened/removed as much as possible on my unit so I could clean up and paint the badly rusted up frame. It would have been near impossible to remove it entirely since the drain lines and propane lines etc. are going through it. Some times you will have no choice but to cut it open which I did to assess the galley tank valve for replacement. Just cut 3 sides leaving the uncut side towards the front of the trailer to act as a hinge so you can fold it back into place and tape it up. As mentioned, Gorilla tape works good if you clean up the area with alcohol.