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SpitFireRX · 03-17-2016, 08:46 AM

Besides Tempro have you used anything else to seal on the inside? Would a spray rubber sealant be wise?

SpitFireRX · 03-18-2016, 09:31 AM

12v Fuse Panel installed to its permanent location,

trekerboy · 03-18-2016, 06:23 PM

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12v Fuse Panel installed to its permanent location,

Very nice! I've never seen that fuse panel before; do you have link of where to purchase?

In our remodel I ended up moving all the 12v wiring from that front panel area to the bedroom area to be closer to the 120v breaker box and so I could put a couch where the old panel was located.

SpitFireRX · 03-24-2016, 01:58 PM

It's from vintage trailer supply, http://www.vintagetrailersupply.com/...-p/vts-146.htm

SpitFireRX · 03-24-2016, 02:12 PM

Some of the most recent tasks.

Removing some of the few remaining interior panels, peeling vinyl off then removing the glue.

Not a fun process

SpitFireRX · 03-28-2016, 11:58 AM

More insulation! More cleaning up interior panels!

New on/off switches on a new piece of aluminum. Got to Fix the door handle and locks as well as wire them before i button it up.

SpitFireRX · 03-31-2016, 02:27 PM

My AS is missing the interior handle on the grab bar lock.

Would this Handle work? interior Side of the Grab handle lock. http://www.vintagecampers.com/viewpart.php?partID=586

My AS https://youtu.be/ubLUKTB3TeU

What the handle looks like http://airstreamsupply.com/New-Airstream-Parts/Doors-and-Locks/Handles-and-Hardware/handle-grab-w-lock-hole-door-bell-socket-380885

SpitFireRX · 04-11-2016, 11:34 AM

OH and before i list this week's activities last week i replaced my 7.5AH test battery with a new Duracell 75AH and i haven't even been able to get it below 100% 12.6v

Only have 3 Fantastic fans and a few LEDS so not very much draw, my 100w panel is more than enough for this right now.

Another weekend has gone by and more has been done!

Sealed the frame to rear C channel connection. then secured it. should have done this a while ago.

Got the door handle and lock cleaned up and riveted back on. Ended up buying a new lock core and reusing internal lock components.

Removed the over the door light housing, replaced the rusted light bulb socket with a different one i had. Refinished the exterior, and cleaned, primed and painted the interior of the housing white to better reflect light.

Got my 3 on/off switches wired up and working.

Finished up some wiring and insulation for final prep before the interior skin goes back on.

Also cleaned up and got the Airstream name plate & put back on. Did some sanding and repainted the back of the plate black to prevent corrosion.

whew

John&Vicki · 04-11-2016, 11:51 AM

Nice work! I think of myself as being fairly handy but these DIY rebuild threads are really impressive and appear to be above my pay grade.

Cheers,
John

SpitFireRX · 04-11-2016, 01:01 PM

Here's a before of the door light, door handle (the horror) and name plate

SpitFireRX · 04-19-2016, 10:36 AM

Got another large interior panel peeled, cleaned and riveted back in place.

Heres a Video Walkthrough! Excuse the mess

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gChn90sASVM

trekerboy · 04-20-2016, 05:21 AM

You're making great progress! What are you using to strip and clean the interior panels?

SpitFireRX · 05-04-2016, 01:12 PM

Jasco paint and epoxy remover to get the vinyl to bubble up and xylol to remove the left over adhesive. Both very nasty stuff you have to take care to protect yourself. But I wouldn't recommend anything else for the task. It's a difficult dirty time consuming process

SpitFireRX · 05-04-2016, 01:21 PM

Just plugging away here, couple more panels put back in. All but one large panel has had the vinyl removed.

AC 30amp receptacle, distribution box, breakers, and relay switch arrived. Now how do I wire that up again LOL

Also drawing up kitchen designs,

SpitFireRX · 05-18-2016, 11:56 AM

Florida now has officially become hell for the summer with Temps reaching their peak of 96+ (in the trailer) by 11am

Wish i had a awning! Curse who ever decided to remove the one off my trailer!

Thinking of getting a trailer Shelter covering.

Anyway... Got the 30amp Receptical installed, took a while to make sure it was level but not difficult at all. Still got to wire it up.

Started treating the wood that i will be using for the kitchen and wood wall. Maybe this weekend i will have most of the kitchen frame complete.

trekerboy · 05-23-2016, 04:51 AM

Wood wall, sounds like a cool design idea!

SpitFireRX · 05-24-2016, 09:54 AM

Completed the face of the wood wall this past weekend!, Turned out pretty good!

It is my first time building one and all things considering im happy with it. Fitting and cutting the boards wasn't too difficult, and i was able to get a good variety of colors using different sides of the boards and levels sanding.

Used Liquid nails and loctite construction adhesive, along with wood screws that go into 2x1's

Yesterday evening after sunset, the trailer had a very castle/Gothic feel, i like it!

Going to see if i can find a antique Gothic Spanish lantern and install a Filament LED to give it a nice candle look.

SpitFireRX · 06-08-2016, 09:51 AM

Quick update,

Had to get a replacement charge controller, my Renogy 40amp mppt would turn off randomly during the day. After double checking and testing everything with Renogy support they sent a replacement. Got it installed yesterday but i ran out of day light.

Also got a second 100w panel, this one will used as a movable panel instead of being on the roof.
Now i should be able to crank all my fans to 100% without needing anything from the battery.

Picked up a Atwood Wedgewood Vision range/oven over the weekend, Got it from a family members neighbor, looks like it was never used and got a great deal.

Need to get a counter top now, butcher block or bamboo

trekerboy · 06-09-2016, 05:24 AM

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Originally Posted by SpitFireRX

Quick update,

Had to get a replacement charge controller, my Renogy 40amp mppt would turn off randomly during the day. After double checking and testing everything with Renogy support they sent a replacement. Got it installed yesterday but i ran out of day light.

Also got a second 100w panel, this one will used as a movable panel instead of being on the roof.
Now i should be able to crank all my fans to 100% without needing anything from the battery.

Picked up a Atwood Wedgewood Vision range/oven over the weekend, Got it from a family members neighbor, looks like it was never used and got a great deal.

Need to get a counter top now, butcher block or bamboo

We opted for butcher block in ours but bamboo sounds like it'd be a nice fit too.

_ally · 06-11-2016, 11:29 AM

I am so grateful to see a SHELL ON subfloor replacement. Thank-you so much for posting. I don't have the resources or space to build gantries and I was about to give up on my Airstream dream until I saw this. There's a 1968 Overlander with some rear subfloor rot where I live and I've gone to see it twice already (it's not going anywhere---we're on a big island). Now to sort out if I can do a floor replacement in 2 weeks full-time + 4-5 weekends. I still have no idea how difficult it is to put everything back in afterward (I'm most worried about refitting/replacing pipes... my plumbing knowledge is severely lacking).

Thanks for showing us your progress and sharing your knowledge!