|
11-16-2012, 06:05 PM
|
#1
|
1 Rivet Member
Currently Looking...
Pleasant Ridge
, Michigan
Join Date: Mar 2012
Posts: 7
|
'65 Tradewind Window Repair
My husband and I are in the process of repairing our "new" '65 Tradewind. Currently on the agenda is: fixing rusted rear frame, removing inner skins to install new insulation, and next- fixing two broken windows.
I'm looking for suggestions on replacing two broken windows- the PO had poorly replaced these with plexiglass. Both are now cracked, and the frame itself is falling apart- the slots that hold the glass in place are detached... it's really a mess.
I really want to do this right...
Has anybody went through this process? Any tips specific to the '65? Best resource for new glass? (from what I've gathered, inland RV seems to be the place)
Thoughts are much appreciated!!!
Pictures to follow...
Kir
|
|
|
11-19-2012, 07:58 AM
|
#2
|
Rivet Master
1973 21' Globetrotter
Houston
, Texas
Join Date: Sep 2009
Posts: 3,314
|
Which windows are you replacing?
|
|
|
11-19-2012, 09:20 AM
|
#3
|
Rivet Master
Airstream Dealer
Corona
, California
Join Date: Feb 2002
Posts: 16,497
|
Quote:
Originally Posted by Kir
My husband and I are in the process of repairing our "new" '65 Tradewind. Currently on the agenda is: fixing rusted rear frame, removing inner skins to install new insulation, and next- fixing two broken windows.
I'm looking for suggestions on replacing two broken windows- the PO had poorly replaced these with plexiglass. Both are now cracked, and the frame itself is falling apart- the slots that hold the glass in place are detached... it's really a mess.
I really want to do this right...
Has anybody went through this process? Any tips specific to the '65? Best resource for new glass? (from what I've gathered, inland RV seems to be the place)
Thoughts are much appreciated!!!
Pictures to follow...
Kir
|
Kri.
We have glass that started with the 1966 models.
A 1965 Airstream uses ordinary double strength window glass that you can purchase at most hardware stoes, Home Depot and the like.
Please post the trailer serial number to confirm the year.
Andy
|
|
|
08-25-2014, 12:08 PM
|
#4
|
1 Rivet Member
1965 24' Tradewind
Orange
, Texas
Join Date: Aug 2014
Posts: 13
|
I also have a 65 and are looking for replacements and repairs to the frames of windows. Any suggestions? I'm going to gut and save what I can and do a full floor replacement. Looking at what I've done so far I think that's possible without removing the shell. Any thoughts on that? Anything I should look out for? Running new water and plumbing as needed plus electrical. Anything there I should know about? Roof air will be installed also, anything to worry about here? Thanks
Rex
|
|
|
08-25-2014, 12:28 PM
|
#5
|
Rivet Master
Airstream Dealer
Corona
, California
Join Date: Feb 2002
Posts: 16,497
|
Quote:
Originally Posted by rexcowart
I also have a 65 and are looking for replacements and repairs to the frames of windows. Any suggestions? I'm going to gut and save what I can and do a full floor replacement. Looking at what I've done so far I think that's possible without removing the shell. Any thoughts on that? Anything I should look out for? Running new water and plumbing as needed plus electrical. Anything there I should know about? Roof air will be installed also, anything to worry about here? Thanks
Rex
|
Rex.
The only window parts that are available, is the lift arms and the latches at the bottom.
The floor is a part of the monocoque construction. If you splice it, you will weaken the design, which is a bad idea.
Andy
|
|
|
08-25-2014, 03:36 PM
|
#6
|
4 Rivet Member
1965 26' Overlander
Tulsa
, Oklahoma
Join Date: May 2006
Posts: 376
|
I had a couple of my 65 frames tig welded at a local welding shop, turned out great. Cost was about $40 each!
Sent from my iPhone using Airstream Forums
|
|
|
05-08-2015, 01:25 PM
|
#7
|
1 Rivet Member
1965 24' Tradewind
Orange
, Texas
Join Date: Aug 2014
Posts: 13
|
Cochese are you talking about window frames you had welded?
|
|
|
05-08-2015, 01:28 PM
|
#8
|
1 Rivet Member
1965 24' Tradewind
Orange
, Texas
Join Date: Aug 2014
Posts: 13
|
Inland RV Center I understand about the floor, may have to remove shell to complete other tasks anyway so I can solve all issues that way. Also as far as windows, my frames are not curved so couldn't I just install house aluminum windows?
|
|
|
|
Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)
|
|
Thread Tools |
Search this Thread |
|
|
Display Modes |
Linear Mode
|
Posting Rules
|
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts
HTML code is Off
|
|
|
|
Recent Discussions |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|