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Forum: Member Introductions 04-27-2020, 08:56 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,357
Posted By Stevareeno
Removing Stripping Bondo with Propane Torch

Well just thought I'd share my fun experience of stripping Bondo.

A high heat propane torch WORKS.

If you hold it close and burn it, it will pop and fizzle and then be able to be scraped off...
Forum: Member Introductions 04-21-2020, 08:03 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,357
Posted By Stevareeno
Wow, that is sharp.Superb job!!

Wow, that is sharp.Superb job!!
Forum: Member Introductions 04-09-2020, 08:25 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,357
Posted By Stevareeno
Updated Pics

Well it's been six months of working on this Globetrotter.
She is "watertight" after lots and lots of rivet and screw replacement. Dipping them in trempro first before attaching. Some cheapo clear...
Forum: 1959 - 1965 Ambassador 04-05-2020, 07:18 AM
Replies: 209
Views: 41,507
Posted By Stevareeno
Good luck on the new project! Those first few...

Good luck on the new project! Those first few moments of exploratory investigation are so exciting/surprising/interesting all rolled into one.
I Liked reading about the zip ties/duct tape/temp...
Forum: Member Introductions 03-17-2020, 10:46 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,357
Posted By Stevareeno
Some updates: Patched 2 more bullet holes. ...

Some updates:
Patched 2 more bullet holes.
Removed 3 vent stacks and patched. There's no plumbing inside anyway.
Using Trempro grey under the rectangular but rounded-corner patches.

New DIY...
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 03-04-2020, 09:42 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,340
Posted By Stevareeno
Use a High Heat Propane nozzle for Drip Caps

So sure enough, the Bernzomatic TS4000 did the job like the VTS video.
Wow, the hours of frustration with a "normal" $13 propane nozzle and attempted paint stripper on these painted caps.

...
Forum: Member Introductions 03-03-2020, 08:26 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,357
Posted By Stevareeno
Door Handle and Lock replacement, Drip Caps FINALLY

Ordered the Handle and lock replacement from VTS and eventually got our broken handle working again. The spring setting is a bit tricky. Also ordered a part off ebay - the brass colored latch that...
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 03-02-2020, 11:15 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,340
Posted By Stevareeno
OK so i tried the aircraft paint stripper from...

OK so i tried the aircraft paint stripper from O'Reilly's and that was an epic fail :) Didn't even budge the powder coat after 2 thick passes. Eventually all the gunk wiped off clean back to the...
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 02-25-2020, 10:02 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,340
Posted By Stevareeno
Going to try all that you have suggested and glad...

Going to try all that you have suggested and glad to hear the aircraft stripper worked. Have to order that anyway to strip the airstream.
Much appreciated.
Steve
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 02-25-2020, 07:44 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,340
Posted By Stevareeno
Stripping the VTS White Drip Caps

Hi All,
We have purchased the Vintage Trailer Supply drip caps that come in white. The suggestion is to use a propane torch to burn away the paint and then a scotch pad to wipe it clean.

My first...
Forum: Member Introductions 02-23-2020, 05:56 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,357
Posted By Stevareeno
Painting the Airstream, Bunk

The temps in Wisconsin got up to a balmy 42 degrees. So we started our painting. It's an interior Primer/Paint from Ace. one of us use a heat gun to warm the area before and after paint was applied. ...
Forum: Member Introductions 02-21-2020, 02:19 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,357
Posted By Stevareeno
Good suggestions Jim and it sounds like our reno...

Good suggestions Jim and it sounds like our reno ideas are similar. Grey water tank under sink makes good sense. We usually brush teeth with use of a trash can as a spittoon :)

After ripping...
Forum: Member Introductions 02-21-2020, 05:47 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,357
Posted By Stevareeno
Bought the el cheapo single bit one that i have...

Bought the el cheapo single bit one that i have to clamp on myself. I don't think' it's Kreg brand, just the drill bit and guide. has flexibility to move around, but the double one could save some...
Forum: Member Introductions 02-20-2020, 04:07 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,357
Posted By Stevareeno
Interior moving along

Still too chilly to paint the interior so building the interior benches and bunks.
We are not going to have water in the Globe, so that makes the "custom" shelving a little easier. Leftover butcher...
Forum: Member Introductions 02-08-2020, 05:26 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,357
Posted By Stevareeno
Interior Updates

Thanks for the comments.

Working through winter is kind of like Free Time. While others are watching TV, I am creating something and fixing stuff...just have to bundle up.

Skins are being put...
Forum: Member Introductions 02-05-2020, 04:01 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,357
Posted By Stevareeno
Here are some Pics of the Globetrotter. We...

Here are some Pics of the Globetrotter.

We went the patch method around the bottom of 3 corners. 1 drivers rear is all new framing and alum, and we learned from that, that it really is tricky to...
Forum: Member Introductions 02-03-2020, 09:23 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,357
Posted By Stevareeno
Updates on 2-3. Haven't posted in awhile so here...

Updates on 2-3. Haven't posted in awhile so here is the brain dump:

Will get pictures at some point, but updating this Airstream Diary.

Exterior front mid-top cone piece has been replaced. With...
Forum: Member Introductions 01-05-2020, 07:04 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,357
Posted By Stevareeno
Update

Update
Forum: Member Introductions 12-30-2019, 06:19 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,357
Posted By Stevareeno
Exterior panel

Update. Subfloor is in and replacing some panels. New wheel well bent up. Have to do a lot more work but it's coming along.

Found a utility company outside of Madison (DeForest) that sells...
Forum: Member Introductions 12-15-2019, 02:23 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,357
Posted By Stevareeno
3/4 subfloor in

Bolted to frame using stop nuts and loctite. Lots of crawling around underneath. 2 person job with my 8 year old holding top of bolt. Used some 2x4s between main channels for later belly pan...
Forum: Member Introductions 12-10-2019, 10:03 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,357
Posted By Stevareeno
POR15 pic

Here's the Framing pic after paint.
Starting to dry fit the 3/4 subfloor after sanding the edges with 36 grit paper with a belt sander, to reduce thickness.

Finding that even if the ply fits...
Forum: Member Introductions 12-07-2019, 03:20 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,357
Posted By Stevareeno
Welding

New progress. Big steps forward today. Hired Bradd's mobile welding. 4 hrs of work and a couple hundred in materials. Replaced 5 cross channels, 2 outriggers, new supports for the front and back hold...
Forum: Member Introductions 12-01-2019, 07:25 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,357
Posted By Stevareeno
Great suggestion on re-skinning and that seems...

Great suggestion on re-skinning and that seems like a good way to go.

Pics from a trial run on jacking up the shell to slide in the 3/4 plywood.

The front end lifting cleared about 3/4 using...
Forum: Member Introductions 11-30-2019, 08:47 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,357
Posted By Stevareeno
Door in a door

The rusted door shackles and bolts have been removed and the door functions. The screen door seems to open and close fine, but there is a lot of patchwork to do with all those big holes, broken...
Forum: Member Introductions 11-28-2019, 08:51 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,357
Posted By Stevareeno
Thanks for the note on bleach. Never would have...

Thanks for the note on bleach. Never would have guessed. Luckily when I went out to the garage, there was only maybe a capful of bleach left in the bottle...mixed with a whole spray bottle of water....
Forum: 1954 - 1959 Safari 11-27-2019, 11:55 AM
Replies: 254
Views: 44,357
Posted By Stevareeno
Truly amazing work. As I'm reading it, i am...

Truly amazing work. As I'm reading it, i am taking notes of all the things to be encountered soon. Thanks!!
Forum: Member Introductions 11-27-2019, 10:21 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,357
Posted By Stevareeno
That sure is an interesting read on the...

That sure is an interesting read on the differences. Thanks for that !

Yeah, get out there and work on that Airstream I try to treat Demo like Cross Fit for Dummies.

I am waiting for welders...
Forum: Member Introductions 11-25-2019, 10:08 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,357
Posted By Stevareeno
Very helpful pics of that C Channel SteinVT ! I...

Very helpful pics of that C Channel SteinVT ! I will do that instead of having them attempt a shrink bending thing.

Framing pictures.

Taking a pause here to wire brush the rusty framing and...
Forum: Member Introductions 11-23-2019, 03:07 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,357
Posted By Stevareeno
Going for it

Lots of progress on a nice Saturday. Ugh a couple pics are upside down!

Lower inside skins all out. Cleaning out lower c channel and sizing up the sub floor job. Lots of rivet removal!

Got rid...
Forum: Member Introductions 11-22-2019, 09:14 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,357
Posted By Stevareeno
Well things have taken a turn for the better. I...

Well things have taken a turn for the better. I guess I am in a better state of mind after some real progress has been made.

Removed about half of the lower skins. The white powdery stuff was just...
Forum: Member Introductions 11-22-2019, 08:32 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,357
Posted By Stevareeno
Thanks Jim. That certainly is the plan. "But it's...

Thanks Jim. That certainly is the plan. "But it's complicated" :)
After removing one of the back sections, i am finding that there is basically no lower horizontal C channel along that corner and...
Forum: Member Introductions 11-16-2019, 04:52 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,357
Posted By Stevareeno
Test Post, my last 2 with pics have not made it

Test Post, my last 2 with pics have not made it
Forum: Member Introductions 11-16-2019, 03:29 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,357
Posted By Stevareeno
Pictures Fully gutted. Rented a covered...

Pictures

Fully gutted. Rented a covered trailer and brought about 1000 lbs to the county landfill. Receipt attached. But still another 7 or so full contractor bags in the yard.

Going to...
Forum: Member Introductions 11-15-2019, 07:21 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,357
Posted By Stevareeno
Good Morning, I have heard of Tin Can Tourists...

Good Morning,
I have heard of Tin Can Tourists site and have visited the site at times but just didn't get 'established' there. Instead, going rogue on a self made blog
...
Forum: Member Introductions 11-14-2019, 11:56 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,357
Posted By Stevareeno
Thanks all. Thanks for explaining the...

Thanks all.

Thanks for explaining the lifting part. Will play around with it and give it some more thought. Planning on leaving the interior skins ON so that might be different than others. ...
Forum: Member Introductions 11-14-2019, 08:09 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,357
Posted By Stevareeno
Went from "clean up mode" to "taking apart" mode...

Went from "clean up mode" to "taking apart" mode last night.
Navigating from raccoon poop to mouse poop.
Pulled out the front water tank, stove, fridge, sink unit, side sleeper pullout, heater....
Forum: Member Introductions 11-10-2019, 11:58 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,357
Posted By Stevareeno
Pics of framing in front . Rusty but still solid...

Pics of framing in front . Rusty but still solid

Belly pan underneath. Have to admit I’m not a fan of the underbelly and insulation thing. I would like to just get rid of it and have subfloor....
Forum: Member Introductions 11-10-2019, 08:13 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,357
Posted By Stevareeno
Some more before pictures 4 bullet holes ...

Some more before pictures

4 bullet holes

Chicken wire wrapped from lower sides to underbelly
Forum: Member Introductions 11-10-2019, 08:07 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,357
Posted By Stevareeno
Also, thanks Joe for your VIN help! Wondering...

Also, thanks Joe for your VIN help! Wondering what digits actually gets printed on a paper title for the VIN on these.

I could send the DMV a whopper explanation but probably bets to just give...
Forum: Member Introductions 11-10-2019, 07:49 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,357
Posted By Stevareeno
Day one was a doozy! Scooping up mounds of...

Day one was a doozy!

Scooping up mounds of broken down newspapers, car parts, cans, disintegrated subfloor, animal poop, bullets, soggy foam mattress. It’s all been there since the early 80’s ...
Forum: Member Introductions 11-08-2019, 11:36 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,357
Posted By Stevareeno
Pictures attached

Pictures attached
Forum: Member Introductions 11-08-2019, 11:03 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,357
Posted By Stevareeno
Hello World, New Member '62 Globetrotter

Well, after bringing 2 Shastas (61 and 63) back from the dead, we have decided to push our luck and upgrade to a "downgraded" Airstream, ha, ha. It was abandoned in a field with an open roof vent for...
Forum: 1960 - 1964 Globetrotter 11-08-2019, 09:52 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 8,088
Posted By Stevareeno
VIN '62 Globetrotter

Hi There. What a coincidence as we also picked up a '62 Globetrotter recently also! This is in the Madison, WI area. Picked up a month ago.

Wondering if you found a vin on the A Frame or are...
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