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Forum: Trailer Values 06-22-2011, 08:39 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,409
Posted By Silverslug75
more pictures

Just a few more shots.
Forum: Trailer Values 06-22-2011, 08:20 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,409
Posted By Silverslug75
As you can see it is an empty shell and will need...

As you can see it is an empty shell and will need more work for whatever future use it will have. She has a new unused electric stove to go with it. It is being sold as-is so new owner would need to...
Forum: Trailer Values 06-22-2011, 08:14 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,409
Posted By Silverslug75
More photos

Here are a few more pictures.
Forum: Trailer Values 06-22-2011, 08:11 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,409
Posted By Silverslug75
What price for this Sovereign?

My friend Jo Anne has to sell her unfinished project 73 Sovereign. It was destined to be her summer cottage in the woods but the property it was to sit on is being sold and she has nowhere to keep...
Forum: Upholstery, Blinds, Walls & Interior Finishes 10-12-2010, 11:41 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,598
Posted By Silverslug75
No pictures yet. We ran it lengthwise. The...

No pictures yet. We ran it lengthwise. The whole AS has been gutted of everything so not any obstacles to work around.
Forum: Upholstery, Blinds, Walls & Interior Finishes 10-12-2010, 12:06 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,598
Posted By Silverslug75
Need ideas Floor moulding

We just finished putting in new bamboo flooring and refinished the walls with honey gold veneer plywood. Super gorgeous! Now we need to put in floor moulding for the transition between the two. Is...
Forum: Roof Vents, Skylights & Fans 08-03-2010, 11:19 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,764
Posted By Silverslug75
How to seal roof vent

We have been totally remodeling a 73 Sovereign and have changed the bathroom. We no longer can use the old roof vent where it is and want to seal it off so rain can not get in. Anybody have ideas...
Forum: Leaks - Weatherstrips, Gaskets, Caulks & Sealants 12-04-2009, 11:09 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,331
Posted By Silverslug75
Leaking in Seattle

After working all summer on my friend's '73 Sovereign Land Yacht interior the rains came. Jo Anne is back in Oklahoma for the winter so nobody was there to monitor the place. I found out there was a...
Forum: General Interior Topics 08-24-2009, 07:57 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,871
Posted By Silverslug75
Thanks to everybody who responded. We have some...

Thanks to everybody who responded. We have some electricians doing the work. It is all being converted to 110v/220v and they are doing a wonderful job. All new appliances and a tankless water...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 08-05-2009, 04:51 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,745
Posted By Silverslug75
What a great day! I got that thing out really...

What a great day! I got that thing out really fast and easy thanks largely to you folks and your help.
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 07-31-2009, 08:08 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,745
Posted By Silverslug75
Thanks to all who responded! This makes it seem...

Thanks to all who responded! This makes it seem much more possible!
Forum: General Interior Topics 07-30-2009, 09:04 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,204
Posted By Silverslug75
Here's my motive... I want to remove the floor...

Here's my motive... I want to remove the floor rot around where the toilet was and I want to get out the black tank so I can install a household flush toilet. (this AS will not be traveling, it will...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 07-30-2009, 09:00 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,745
Posted By Silverslug75
Getting Out The Black Tank

I'm working on a Soveriegn 31' rear bath. I want to remove the floor rot around where the toilet was and I want to get out the black tank so I can install a household flush toilet. (this AS will not...
Forum: General Interior Topics 07-29-2009, 10:18 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,204
Posted By Silverslug75
How to remove rear bath floor

Okay, I obviously need to remove and replace the rear bath floor on the sovereign. It appears to go under the side walls. How do I get it out and put a replacement in? How and where is it attached...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 07-28-2009, 11:26 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 11,844
Posted By Silverslug75
Permanently hooking up to septic system?

I am going to be remodeling my friend's 31' Sovereign's rear bathroom. I am not familiar with remodeling Airstreams, I am just an amatuer handyman helping a friend. This AS is no longer going to be...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 07-22-2009, 08:38 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,084
Posted By Silverslug75
New wiring how-to

I want to add outlets in a '72 Sovereign where there were none. Is there an easy or recommended way of putting in new electric wires so they don't show? Do you have to unrivet wall panels or are...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 07-20-2009, 12:13 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,396
Posted By Silverslug75
Electrical Remodel

First, some background: I'm helping my friend Jo Anne remodel her 1972 31' Sovereign. We are making it into a stationary cabin in the woods. It will be hooked up to 120v power full-time. It will...
Forum: General Repair Forum 07-15-2009, 10:53 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,345
Posted By Silverslug75
Resources for Airstream Products

Are there online catalogs for all kinds of Airstream or RV products, gadgets and parts that a remodeller might find useful?
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 07-15-2009, 08:45 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 16,948
Posted By Silverslug75
So, this is where this is at now. There is a...

So, this is where this is at now. There is a patch of plywood on the floor (with the fake vinyl parquet tiles) which it is safe to assume was put there to cover rot, don't you think? It seems solid...
Forum: General Interior Topics 07-15-2009, 07:28 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,910
Posted By Silverslug75
At This Point...

Here's what it looks like now. Next steps are to figure out exactly what we will be doing with the wiring before sealing it back up.:blink:
Forum: General Interior Topics 07-15-2009, 07:08 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,668
Posted By Silverslug75
That is how the ceiling was when we got it. ...

That is how the ceiling was when we got it. Actually, we're redoing the walls and ceiling in mahogany veneer, the ceiling was repainted several times by previous owners. We would like to do...
Forum: General Interior Topics 07-15-2009, 08:37 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,668
Posted By Silverslug75
replacing plastic overhead fixtures

Is there a more stylish alternative available for replacing the plastic vent -light original equipment covers on a 70's Sovereign? Maybe something sleek and chrome?:rolleyes:
Forum: General Interior Topics 07-15-2009, 07:43 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,910
Posted By Silverslug75
Thanks Kevin. Your pictures are gorgeous and a...

Thanks Kevin. Your pictures are gorgeous and a real inspiration for our project.
Forum: General Interior Topics 07-14-2009, 10:20 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,250
Posted By Silverslug75
If I can eliminate the whole thing, that would...

If I can eliminate the whole thing, that would make me happy. Did you have to plug the old rear vent opening on top?
Forum: General Interior Topics 07-13-2009, 08:55 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,250
Posted By Silverslug75
Bathroom Plumbing Remodel

We are turning an abused 31' Sovereign into a stationary cabin in the woods. Part of this job is remodelling the bathroom. We knocked out the closet divider wall to make room for a bigger bathtub...
Forum: General Interior Topics 07-13-2009, 08:37 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,871
Posted By Silverslug75
Switching all over to 120v electrical

Hi Everybody,
We are making the old abused Sovereign we just bought into a stationary cabin in the woods. No more travelling days for her. We are in the process of transforming the insides and now...
Forum: General Interior Topics 07-12-2009, 10:50 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,910
Posted By Silverslug75
Here is an example of what another forum member...

Here is an example of what another forum member did, sorry but I lost the link of where I found this. This is so beautiful!
Forum: General Interior Topics 07-12-2009, 10:42 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,910
Posted By Silverslug75
Okay, I just cut out the non-dome shaped...

Okay, I just cut out the non-dome shaped dashboard part of the endcap with a common handheld jigsaw and fine blade and it worked beautifully. I next will get some cardboard to make patterns for...
Forum: General Interior Topics 07-10-2009, 09:17 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,910
Posted By Silverslug75
Okay, here's another idea. What if I used a...

Okay, here's another idea. What if I used a little hand held jigsaw and cut the fiberglass "dasboard" out leaving the upper dome-shaped part intact and still riveted to the walls and ceiling? Not...
Forum: General Interior Topics 07-09-2009, 09:09 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,910
Posted By Silverslug75
Hi Andy, For the walls and ceiling we are just...

Hi Andy,
For the walls and ceiling we are just covering what seems to be the Masonite interior walls. The only spot that we want to remove is that front overhead dashboard above the windows and...
Forum: General Interior Topics 07-09-2009, 09:05 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,910
Posted By Silverslug75
Thanks, but the pictures aren't coming thru. Is...

Thanks, but the pictures aren't coming thru. Is it my computer blocking them or did something go wrong?
Forum: Member Introductions 07-09-2009, 08:57 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 968
Posted By Silverslug75
I'm sure there will be challenges. Will keep...

I'm sure there will be challenges. Will keep posting the progress. Thanks!
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 07-09-2009, 08:52 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 16,948
Posted By Silverslug75
Thanks to all for the explanations and advice. ...

Thanks to all for the explanations and advice. The toilet is out now thanks to you folks. Will a conventional toilet work as a replacement or do I need to stick with a Thetford or similar style?
Forum: General Interior Topics 07-08-2009, 07:46 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,910
Posted By Silverslug75
removing overhead front assembly

I am in the process of getting my friend Jo Anne's Soverieign ready for a big interior remodel. She wants that big plastic overhead "dashboard thingy" out, and we will refinish all walls and ceiling...
Forum: Refrigerators 07-07-2009, 10:57 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,216
Posted By Silverslug75
Remodelling: Refrigerator Alternatives

Now that we gutted the appliances and cabinets in the Sovereign we need to find a new refrigerator. We want something with more room inside than the original Dometic. Has anyone found something...
Forum: Member Introductions 07-07-2009, 10:41 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 968
Posted By Silverslug75
Remodelling a Sovereign

Hi Everyone!
I am beginning to help my friend Jo Anne remodel an abused Airstream she just bought a few weeks ago. She plans to use it as a stationary cabin here on Vashon Island near Seattle. She...
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 07-07-2009, 08:53 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 16,948
Posted By Silverslug75
How to remove the Toilet?

I'm removing everything in a mid-70's Sovereign bathroom. I don't see how to get the toilet out! Can anybody give me advice?
Forum: General Interior Topics 07-07-2009, 08:48 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 8,135
Posted By Silverslug75
Is This Helpful?

This is the stuff I just tore out. Took this as a "before" picture.
Forum: Upholstery, Blinds, Walls & Interior Finishes 07-07-2009, 08:36 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 14,977
Posted By Silverslug75
Starting to remodel Sovereign

This is really timely. My friend Jo Anne has just bought a mid-70's Sovereign in ugly condition and I have spent the last week gutting the interior for a remodel. I live in a mid 1950's mobile home...
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