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05-27-2017, 04:11 PM
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#41
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2 Rivet Member
1964 19' Globetrotter
Port Orchard
, Washington
Join Date: Apr 2013
Posts: 40
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Sorry to have gone 'underground' for so long. I have been preoccupied with other projects. But we want to get the floor in, the windows in and the shell weather proof before Labor Day 2017 so we can use it on a church camp out as an aluminum tent. :-)
I am missing a window frame for one of the three side windows. The opening is 21 1/2 by 28 1/2.
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Does anyone have one of these they would be willing to sell or do you know where I may get one?
Thanks!
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05-27-2017, 08:46 PM
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#42
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2 Rivet Member
1964 19' Globetrotter
Port Orchard
, Washington
Join Date: Apr 2013
Posts: 40
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Looks like I just answered my own question. Did a bit of searching and found this:
http://airstreamsupply.com/Windows/w...dows-Hall-Mark
Looks like my window is: HWH-2 (+$235.00)
Not cheap but at least it is available. Any other sources you all know about?
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02-09-2018, 08:59 PM
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#43
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2 Rivet Member
1964 19' Globetrotter
Port Orchard
, Washington
Join Date: Apr 2013
Posts: 40
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Astrodome Hardware
Today I ordered tempered glass for my windows. I got a new frame for on that was missing. I also got a galvanized roof vent and the lexan Astrodome for the front. I don't have any hardware for it. Here is a picture.
http://www.airforums.com/forums/atta...1&d=1518234992
http://www.airforums.com/forums/atta...1&d=1518234992
Does anyone know where I can buy hardware to attach the dome? Or is there any way to fabricate something that will work.
Thanks
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02-10-2018, 02:00 PM
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Rivet Master
1962 28' Ambassador
1961 19' Globetrotter
1962 26' Overlander
Mesa
, Arizona
Join Date: Jun 2013
Posts: 5,996
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Banjo they are sometimes referred to as Astrodome, Astradome, Solardome, Fiberglass Dome, Lexan Dome lifters.
They don't make them anymore but there are still some out there for sale, barter or trade.
Hopefully VTS will find a vendor someday who can duplicate them.
The inner piece is like a corkscrew motion and lifts up out of the outer piece when you turn the handle.
Here is what they look like in case you have not seen them.
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02-10-2018, 02:55 PM
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#45
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2 Rivet Member
1964 19' Globetrotter
Port Orchard
, Washington
Join Date: Apr 2013
Posts: 40
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Hittenstiehl
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Thanks Hittenstiehl! Now I know what they are called. I will google them and see if I can find some for sale. If anyone out there that may read this has any let me know.
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02-10-2018, 09:02 PM
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#46
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2 Rivet Member
1964 19' Globetrotter
Port Orchard
, Washington
Join Date: Apr 2013
Posts: 40
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I Found Them!
http://www.inlandrv.com/catalog/prod...roducts_id=171
Not cheap though. :-)
77 dollars apiece!!!! 154.00 a pair.
Anyone have some old LeDeux Lifters?
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02-10-2018, 09:28 PM
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#47
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Rivet Master
1966 22' Safari
1955 22' Flying Cloud
Fredericksburg
, Texas
Join Date: May 2015
Posts: 2,955
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Banjoboy
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Airstream Supply also has them, but they are around 94 per. If I remember correctly, latter part of last year they went way down in price. Like suggested, keep an eye on the Classifieds and eBay. Good luck in your hunt. Bubba
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02-12-2018, 01:13 PM
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2 Rivet Member
1964 19' Globetrotter
Port Orchard
, Washington
Join Date: Apr 2013
Posts: 40
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Just got a call and my windows are in. I have been working on the frames with steel wool and aluminum polish. Having a friend who welds aluminum work on two of the frames.
Question: What type of material should I use to affix the windows back in the frames. I bought the plastic outer rounded click in trim from VTS. I cleaned all the black colored old sealer that was used originally. Should I get a particular silicone? Is there a different product that is usually used?
I looked at the forum but there are HUNDREDS of threads and most seem to be for newer trailers. I am sure there is one there. Maybe a link if you all know of a good thread for this.
Thanks - Ken
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02-12-2018, 01:27 PM
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Rivet Master
1962 28' Ambassador
1961 19' Globetrotter
1962 26' Overlander
Mesa
, Arizona
Join Date: Jun 2013
Posts: 5,996
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Banjo
There is a good thread here somewhere that talks about silicone sealers and other adhesives I will try to find the accurate title for you.
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02-12-2018, 01:30 PM
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Rivet Master
1962 28' Ambassador
1961 19' Globetrotter
1962 26' Overlander
Mesa
, Arizona
Join Date: Jun 2013
Posts: 5,996
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It's called "Sealants Summary"
When you search it in the search box type in sealant summary and that should get you there. If you search it on Google type in airforms sealants summary.
Somebody will put a link up here shortly.
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02-19-2018, 09:08 PM
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2 Rivet Member
1964 19' Globetrotter
Port Orchard
, Washington
Join Date: Apr 2013
Posts: 40
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Window work
I got two of my windows in today. Cleaned up the aluminum frames and used glazing tape from the window local window store that ordered my tempered glass. I intended to upload some pictures but I used my GoPro and it says the files are too big. I will try to figure a way to compress the files.
I used to use Photobucket but they don't let you use that anymore. Bummer. I think I pay about 3 bucks a month for my photobucket account. Any ideas of other outside cloud storage systems that Air Forums allows? Things get so technical that I cannot keep up. :-)
Anyway, the glazing worked great. The plastic trim pieces from VTS did not work quite as well. It does not fit in very tight and on one window it is coming off. Is it supposed to click into place or are you supposed to use some product to keep it in place.
Anyway, I wish I could upload some photos. :-(
Banjo
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08-08-2018, 08:31 AM
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#52
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4 Rivet Member
1963 19' Globetrotter
Seattle
, Washington
Join Date: Mar 2012
Posts: 335
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hello banjoboy - i also have a 1963 19' globetrotter - just purchased it last month.
the original vent lifters are no longer available and the reproduction handles are ugly and look nothing like the originals.
i have (2) original extra vent lifters if you have interest - i purchased these years ago and have saved them - i'd sell for $100@ and they work very well and in great condition.
my direct email is: cerialephotography@yahoo.com
also located in seattle, wa.
regards,
william
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09-22-2018, 12:38 PM
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2 Rivet Member
1964 19' Globetrotter
Port Orchard
, Washington
Join Date: Apr 2013
Posts: 40
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Quote:
Originally Posted by groovzilla
i have (2) original extra vent lifters if you have interest - i purchased these years ago and have saved them - i'd sell for $100@ and they work very well and in great condition.
regards,
william
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Thank you William. I am still not sure what I am going to do there. I purchased the moon cover, (not cheap), months ago. My wife is wanting me to put an air conditioner in the space so the whole matter may be a moot point. I am going to put more effort into this to try and have it usable by next summer (2019).
But lets stay in touch, if nothing else to get the trailers side by side some day. We are very close.
Ken
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09-22-2018, 12:41 PM
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#54
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2 Rivet Member
1964 19' Globetrotter
Port Orchard
, Washington
Join Date: Apr 2013
Posts: 40
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09-22-2018, 10:28 PM
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#55
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4 Rivet Member
1963 19' Globetrotter
Seattle
, Washington
Join Date: Mar 2012
Posts: 335
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sounds good - the mooncover as referred to it is actually called an "astrodome" which is the larger skylight vent. and yes not cheap!
my cell# is 206-914-9000 if you want to chat
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07-12-2021, 11:07 AM
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2 Rivet Member
1964 19' Globetrotter
Port Orchard
, Washington
Join Date: Apr 2013
Posts: 40
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Now I am REALLY getting serious about this project
Here is our Globetrotter after sitting for a few years. I put a new axle and tires on her a few years back. But during the Corona virus I put in the new sub floor. This past week I hired a guy to help me start the buffing process.
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Installed a fantastic fan in the old vent opening
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I framed in a 14 x 14 opening in the old 14 x21 Moon Vent opening to receive an air conditioner that is coming later this week. You can see in this picture that I used an old interior skin turned inside out to fabricate and fill the hole in front of the opening. I also used a c channel of aluminum I bought at Lowes to ad some stiffening to the area.
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I also built a frame for this rear hatch. When I bought the trailer it just came as an aluminum sheet without any framing. I just set it in place. Question: Is this door period correct for my 1964 Gobetrotter? The Airstream Lettering is different and the background appears to be white and not blue? It just doesn't look like it belongs on this trailer. any thoughts on that?
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I drilled out the rivets for the Airstream emblems and got some 'Royal Blue' Rust Oleum at Loews. I read on the forum that this color was really close to the original Airstream blue. I taped off the letter and painted it. WOW! I love it. I just set it on the window drip edge to see what it will look like.
Patching holes, fixing gapping damage done by someone with lag bolts trying to fasten awning connections I think. The PO also covered up broken a widow with sheets of plastic and literally drilled deck screws through the aluminum around the window frames. "FACE PALM". So there will be a lot of 'character' with my old trailer. But that is part of the fun.
I am spending money on Amazon like a drunken sailor now. So cool to have all the parts I need come to my front door for the most part.
Our goal is to have her ready for camping in 2022 season.
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07-13-2021, 12:24 PM
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#57
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Rivet Master
1972 31' Sovereign
Lexington
, Minnesota
Join Date: Feb 2009
Posts: 3,991
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Yes, we used Royal Blue Rustoleum for lettering, pretty close to correct color. People also use Ford blue, I understand.
Looking good!
Kay
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08-20-2021, 12:01 PM
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#58
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Site Team
1964 26' Overlander
1964 19' Globetrotter
OlyPen
, Washington
Join Date: Aug 2003
Posts: 13,936
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Looks like you are making great progress! We also redid a 64 globetrotter and took a different path with the solardome - no AC - instead putting in a fixed skylight. Explanation here: https://www.airforums.com/forums/f15...at-111140.html
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