We just finished installing a new custom made roof vent to replace the original fiberglass vent which was in very poor shape. We were not able to find anything that looked close to the original, and look way cool as well, so we fabricated this one. As there were several holes in the roof where the PO's had moved vents around at one time or another, we made the base plate large enough to cover all the various holes that had been cut in the roof over the years. Many hours and many rivets later the...

As we move forward on the exterior, we have developed a pretty easy system for removing corrosion from the window frames and polishing them back up.

As you can see in the photos, we begin by removing the heaviest surface corrosion with a small wire brush.

We then use a foam sanding block to get down into any tight corners the brush may have missed.

Next we use ScotchBrite to smooth out the scratches left by the first two steps. We use the ScotchBrite...

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We have completed the gray water tank installation in our 1962 Flying Cloud including rust prevention, tank brackets and belly skin repairs. Everything works like a charm! After we finish up a few more repairs underneath, it's on to the electrical and the interior!

After we finished gutting the interior, the first major project we are undertaking is the installation of a gray water tank. Our trailer was not originally equipped with one, and they are now mandatory in many parks etc.

As we are installing a composting toilet which does not require a black tank, we began by removing the original black tank which was located under the existing toilet in a raised portion of the rear floor. This will allow us to install the new toilet at floor...

Welcome to our blog. My wife and I are in the process of reconstructing a 1962 Flying Cloud in preparation for an extended trip around the country. We are using as many "eco-friendly" materials and systems as possible. This includes a complete solar system, composting toilet, and a variety of sustainable materials in the construction.

As we tour the country, we will be visiting eco-friendly and sustainable businesses, intentional communities and projects, as well as just...