I think it depends on how much money you have and where you want to spend it right now. If you have a limited budget, then you can get the current tanks inspected, new valves, and cleaned up for less money than new tanks will cost.
But if you're planning on the new tanks for your restoration anyway, and you don't mind spending the cash right now, then go ahead and get the new tanks, because that will be cheaper in the long run than refurbishing the old ones and THEN buying new ones anyway.
Hi,
Enjoying your thread, interior looks like it's in pretty good condition. I have a '60 Tradewind (2' shorter) and it looks a lot like yours inside. I'm sure you're aware that there are many items that have value (even if they're not working).
Since my refrigerator works just fine, I'm going to guess yours does too. If it doesn't and if you're going to replace it - don't throw anything away, 'cause there are people out there (me) who would be willing to pay thru their nose for certain parts and pieces.
Good luck w/your trailer, the early 60's are great. Looking forward to seeing your progress.
MarkR
(here's a link to a photo of what my table looks like (actually it is my table), i think they were still using this design in '62: 1960Tradewind6)
Hi,
Enjoying your thread, interior looks like it's in pretty good condition. I have a '60 Tradewind (2' shorter) and it looks a lot like yours inside. I'm sure you're aware that there are many items that have value (even if they're not working).
Since my refrigerator works just fine, I'm going to guess yours does too. If it doesn't and if you're going to replace it - don't throw anything away, 'cause there are people out there (me) who would be willing to pay thru their nose for certain parts and pieces.
Good luck w/your trailer, the early 60's are great. Looking forward to seeing your progress.
MarkR
(here's a link to a photo of what my table looks like (actually it is my table), i think they were still using this design in '62: 1960Tradewind6)
What was said is all true, there are people that are willing to pay thru the nose. However, there are some out there that practice "Airstream Spirit" They send others the extras, sometimes at no cost so that others can get their projects rolling. On http://www.thevap.com/ we discussed this thing called "Airstream Spirit" on episode 74. I have been very fortunate to have received many items I needed, sometimes out of the blue. The ability to reach out to someone with something you do not need and help them without any expectations is a wonderful feeling. I hope that somehow I can help you with your project.
My reefer broke down and if not for the help of a fellow forums member and a VAP fan, it might still be. I was however saved with the part I needed and now it works perfectly. These obsolete parts can be hard to find. I talked about the problem on episode #73 and talked about the solution on episode #74.
I guess what I am trying to get at is by giving you may in turn receive. Yin and yang. If you are not your brothers keeper, who will care for you, type thing.
Frank is a genuinely nice person, and the Airstream community is really fortunate to have him. The Airstream Spirit is strong in this one.
62-Lander-- I don't know the answer to your question about changing out the valves to the new OPD style, and getting tanks recertified, but here is one thread on the sub-forum for LPG and tanks and such where this topic is discussed, and there are probably more.
Seems like Ace is the place, and it should be fairly inexpensive. And, if problems are found, well then, you have found your excuse to buy the new shiny aluminum ones and your wife will certainly have to agree because it's a safety issue, right?
I feel so lucky to have found so many new friends in the Airstream world. I can't wait to get this toaster down the road so I can meet some of you! Thanks to everyone for posting helpful information and teaching me about the Airstream Spirit. I will take the sage advice here and save everything in the hopes that I can help someone out in the future and pay it forward. This is going to big a big project but the information here is remarkable.
Hey MarkR,
Does the table attach or just sit flush against the street side? If it doesn't attach, I may try to go back to the previous owner to see if they still have it. I know they have the owners' manuals and some old pictures they said I could have. Luckily they don't live too far away.
Welcome to the Forums and the world of Vintage Overlander ownership!
Assuming that your Overlander has the front lounge arrangement, it would have been provided with a small, drop-leaf dining table that typically stored between the street-side cabinet and sofa for travel. There also typically would have been a pair of Leg-O-Matic chairs as well -- in my Overlander, there is a storage space for the chairs in the rear wardrobe. The photos below are of my restored table (the top is new, the original was Formica that matched the countertops); the chairs are reproductions that I purchased several years ago from Camping World.
(The table with leaves dropped ready for travel.)
(The table opened ready for dining.)
The Leg-O-Matic chairs are below.
Good luck with your Overlander!
Kevin
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1964 Overlander International/1999 GMC K2500 Suburban (7400 VORTEC/4.11 Differentials)
1978 Argosy Minuet 6.0 Metre/1975 Cadillac Eldorado Convertible (8.2 Liter V8/2.70 Final Drive)
My table looks exactly like that except it has a white formica top. The legs are aqua that was the same color as the bathroom tub and walls. I bought my leg- o- matics on E Bay. They have a fan shaped back and are 1961 chairs. I have been told a hook was used to hold the table in place, but have seen no evidence of where it was mounted.
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