1958 Overlander Restoration - Page 6

krashline · 11-26-2005, 06:00 AM

I recently acquired a 1976 argosy 22 ,front couch,curbside lounge.windowcurbside,nearest to the door is shatterd. I need to replace the glass only. Does it come apart? how?!!! I enjoy the forum,and have used a lot of the knowledge members have posted. thanks to all,Karl

Ken J · 11-26-2005, 09:01 AM

Karl

I'm not sure how it comes apart, but I know it does and can be replaced. You may want to start a new thread on the subject.

Ken

uwe · 11-26-2005, 09:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Ken J

I had a new hitch and new jack put on - now all the running gear is new.

I'll paint the tonque when the weather gets warmer.......

Ken

Ken,
did you go with 2" or 2 5/16" on the hitch ball size?

**azflycaster** · 11-26-2005, 10:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Ken J

I had a new hitch and new jack put on -Ken

Ken,
Just wondering why you went with the manual jack?

Ken J · 11-26-2005, 10:10 AM

Uwe - 2 5/16 - way overkill, but overkill is good

Richard - I'm cheap

+ this trailer is much lighter than the Tradewind and I don't have twelve volt handy there and all the trailers I've ever owned (except the Tradewind) had hand cranks sooooo I figured I would just go with it. HOWEVER, you may see in the picture I've got a bit of a problem, the handle hits the tanks when I turn it, so I either need to get a sidewinder jack or an electric jack - or I guess I could move the tanks....

Ken

Ken J · 07-20-2006, 09:15 AM

Welp its been a while since I posted, but as promised - here is the progress - in between rebuilding an Airstream, we have built and moved into a new house - however priorities as they are, I'm back in full force on the trailer - I've painted the interior and have started installing cabinets - this is the exciting phase of the project because all I get to now put all my new toys in the trailer - should at least be somewhat ready to sleep in next month.....
I'll keep y'all posted.

Ken J.

uwe · 07-20-2006, 09:18 AM

Hey Ken, your trailer looks great. From my estimation, if you do 2 dedicated weekends, then you're off camping with it.

AirConditioner · 07-20-2006, 12:30 PM

Nice polish job. I have a 72 overlander and am just starting exterior restoration. how did you polish the 75?

NorCal Bambi · 07-20-2006, 01:04 PM

Ken, she's a beauty. Nice to see you are back on the project. You are giving me insperation to begin on the 55 Flying Cloud. Keep the pictures and ideas coming.
Don

nymphfishin · 07-20-2006, 01:06 PM

Ken, That's looking really good
Nice going.
Don

ankornuta · 07-20-2006, 01:13 PM

Whoa... looks very nice! But I"m confused; how can you have the body on without the belly pan?

Ken J · 07-20-2006, 02:06 PM

Thanks for all the nice comments.

I used Nuvite on the 75 as well as this one.

I left the belly perimeter on the frame - I think you can see in the pictures - I noticed that RJ Dial did it the same way - I think he has come good pictures too on his website www.vintageairstreams.com - don't know if he got the idea from me - I got the idea from someone at a vintage rally several years ago - so I know it will work.

I'll keep the updates and pictures coming -

Ken J.

ankornuta · 07-21-2006, 11:40 AM

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Originally Posted by Ken J

Thanks for all the nice comments.

I used Nuvite on the 75 as well as this one.

I left the belly perimeter on the frame - I think you can see in the pictures - I noticed that RJ Dial did it the same way - I think he has come good pictures too on his website www.vintageairstreams.com - don't know if he got the idea from me - I got the idea from someone at a vintage rally several years ago - so I know it will work.

I'll keep the updates and pictures coming -

Ken J.

Cool, I like it! Very awesome work!

Ken J · 07-21-2006, 07:48 PM

Thank you

It is this Forum and the VAC list that has kept me going......

Ken J