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05-31-2005, 08:47 AM
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Rivet Master
1959 26' Overlander
Putnam
, Connecticut
Join Date: Sep 2003
Posts: 3,064
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Ebay Trailer 1957 Caravanner
If I didn't have one apart in the drive I would get this and do the full monty. At least in the pictures the skin looks intact.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...category=50063
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06-14-2005, 08:20 PM
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New Member
Join Date: Jun 2005
Posts: 2
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Just picked her up
Over59, Hi, I just picked up the one you mentioned. She is now in NY and working her way to Florida this winter
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06-14-2005, 08:33 PM
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Rivet Master
1959 26' Overlander
Putnam
, Connecticut
Join Date: Sep 2003
Posts: 3,064
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Tells us all about the trailer. Did you tow it home from MI. I've always liked this size unit and all those windows. You'll find lots of ideas on the forum.
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06-15-2005, 06:30 AM
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3 Rivet Member
Currently Looking...
Riverhead
, New York
Join Date: Mar 2004
Posts: 176
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That's why we have no vintage units here in New York.....all the ones that make it here...go to Florida!
Congrats on the new trailer!
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06-15-2005, 06:32 AM
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3 Rivet Member
Currently Looking...
Riverhead
, New York
Join Date: Mar 2004
Posts: 176
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Did I mention you'd better get started on that floor?
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06-15-2005, 07:33 AM
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Vintage Alum. Enthusiast
1959 24' Tradewind
Phoenix
, Arizona
Join Date: Feb 2002
Location: I currently do not own a 2nd Airstream
Posts: 4,360
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Congrats on your new-to-you trailer. That is truly a beauty and has tons of potential. The floor looks to be your biggest challenge. Welcome to the forums and vintage Airstreaming. This is the place to be.
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06-15-2005, 08:53 AM
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Rivet Master
1959 26' Overlander
Putnam
, Connecticut
Join Date: Sep 2003
Posts: 3,064
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06-15-2005, 09:28 AM
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Remember, Safety Third
1973 27' Overlander
Catfish Corners
, Georgia
Join Date: Oct 2004
Posts: 5,720
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Over59
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59, you're killin' me! But he is exactly right. It's a bunch of work, but extremely satisfying and rewarding along the way. And he's exactly right, those of us that have them in various stages of repair all over our backyards/garages/patios/etc do live on the other side. When I first started the 'Monty, I thought I must be nuts, but as time (and refurbishment) goes on, it's turned out to be a great experience. Good Luck!
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06-21-2005, 08:22 AM
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New Member
Join Date: Jun 2005
Posts: 2
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all the advice
Hi, Over59, that is exactly the plan I had in mind. Remove everything and the floor does need to be replaced. Then I am using the old as the patterns for new.
As far as my Florida comment, the plan is to work on it there this winter, and eventually have her(Cara) in Maine for the summers. At least for the first few years and then see what happens.
The first item I am working on is the door. It had the door knob style. It works like a regular door, except it has a bold in it. I was going to talk with the local locksmith to see what they could come up with. I found Weiser doorknob and it was only brass or antique brass. Not really what I wanted. I also need a hinge on the screen door. I have one, but need the second one.
So if anyone has advice, please pass it on, and I will start a thread when I begin... I was also going to put a web site up with all the updated pics as I go along.
thanks for all the help!
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06-21-2005, 09:45 AM
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Rivet Master
1959 26' Overlander
Putnam
, Connecticut
Join Date: Sep 2003
Posts: 3,064
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Don't throw anything away until you are finished. There is some nice woodwork in that which may refinish real pretty. Good Luck. Hope is works out for you.
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