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Odlefty · 02-19-2011, 09:05 PM

Here's my first post.
Great thread.
I'm looking forward to jforb's continued fine work.
I purchased a C-10 last summer....needs a lot of work...I'll start a new thread soon as I am going to need a bit of your expert advice.
Here's a pic:

jforb · 02-20-2011, 07:57 AM

Thanks, it will be neat to see how yours goes too. I've been really busy with the high school robotics team, we have to finish the robot by Tuesday night, so that will end soon, and I can get back to work on the camper.

I need to do more research on wood finishes...still have not found what the magic trick is to get the original look on the cabinets.

69cayo · 03-03-2011, 10:12 AM

I did a bit of refinishing/finishing (antique & new cabinets) during my career and I'd start with a maple Minwax (easy to use & mixes well with japan colors) then tone with ochre or sienna japan color.
Also keep in mind that most "clear" finishes are amber unless it says "water white".

Hope that helps.

Jammer · 03-15-2011, 09:49 AM

I found a C-11 on Craigslist from a local seller and it sold for the asking price within a few days of being listed, and before I was able to get to it. The search continues.

Phrunes · 03-15-2011, 09:53 AM

Jammer, where do you live? Im in NorCal and a neighbor of mine has one just sitting in his driveway... Not sure if its for sale, but if my location would be doable i can approach him for you.

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BillTex · 03-15-2011, 09:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Jammer

I found a C-11 on Craigslist from a local seller and it sold for the asking price within a few days of being listed, and before I was able to get to it. The search continues.

If you find one...what would you put it on?

Jammer · 03-15-2011, 03:07 PM

I am in the Minneapolis area which does complicate the search. There just aren't as many around the Midwest, perhaps because they weren't popular here back in the day or maybe because there were no dealers. I've seen a number of C-10/C-11s in Texas, Florida, New York, Texas, California, and Washington. That's a long way to go especially given that some transactions fall apart even with the best intentions on the part of the sellers. There's an excellent C-11 on eBay right now in Florida, and one being sold by a dealer in New York state.

If I had a C-11 I would put it on my 1997 Chevrolet 2500 longbed. While that wouldn't provide the ideal classic truck appearance, it would provide a reliable platform for travel and boondocking in rural Minnesota and surrounding areas.

The only real frustration I've had with my classic is that it isn't practical for such trips without a great deal of advance scouting and careful site selection, mainly because of ground clearance.

ticki2 · 03-15-2011, 06:57 PM

Jammar , If the one in NY is at Fletchers it is a C10 and in very nice original condition . I have seen this unit . I realize this is still a distance from you .

BillTex · 03-16-2011, 06:15 AM

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Originally Posted by ticki2

Jammar , If the one in NY is at Fletchers it is a C10 and in very nice original condition . I have seen this unit . I realize this is still a distance from you .

Bob...is that a SB?
Or are all Avion's LB?

If it's a SB...I may go take a look at it!

Tx, Bill

ticki2 · 03-16-2011, 06:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BillTex

Bob...is that a SB?
Or are all Avion's LB?

If it's a SB...I may go take a look at it!

Tx, Bill

Bill , all the Avion TC's were built for long beds . The C10 has a 10' floor and the C11 has an 11' floor .

Jammer · 03-16-2011, 10:26 AM

Yes, it's the one at Fletcher's that caught my eye. I would prefer a C-11 and their asking price is high but it's still tempting. I'm not sure the C-11 actually has a longer floor, though perhaps it does -- I thought they were just newer. There seem to have been a number of refinements made after the first few years.

Milanodan · 04-24-2011, 09:32 PM

Let me add myself to the Avion C-11 owners here. I just bought a very clean one from California. It's mounted on my old 1979 K30 AWD Chevy dually flatbed, the dually with the narrower rear axle so the wheels don't stick way out.

I built up a 427 big block, bored to 440 in cu., making ~400 HP, and eating a LOT of gas. Has 4.56 axles which are very low considering the compound gear in the transfer case. I installed a Gear Vendors $$$$ overdrive, so in OD the rear axle effective ratio is ~3.5, which the engine pulls effortlessly. Also installed a Turbohydro 400 automatic in place of that awful Chevy truck 4-speed.

In the process of replacing all the interior seat cushions and fixing all the little stuff. The floor is very solid and the whole camper appears to have been little used and well maintained. Even has the original mechanical jacks, which easily raise all that weight--after I cleaned and lubed them.

Here's some pix: