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Forum: Awnings 05-17-2018, 11:39 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,183
Posted By Cardinal283
Call a sailmaker. They have it.

Call a sailmaker. They have it.
Forum: On The Road... 05-06-2018, 03:02 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,391
Posted By Cardinal283
That's all the rooms. Sounds like you just need a...

That's all the rooms. Sounds like you just need a bigger Airstream. [emoji6]
Forum: 2016 - Current Classic (all lengths) 04-26-2018, 07:05 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,377
Posted By Cardinal283
Just move to Texas. You won't ever want to turn...

Just move to Texas. You won't ever want to turn it off.
Forum: 1960 - 1964 Overlander 04-26-2018, 02:05 PM
Replies: 175
Views: 31,404
Posted By Cardinal283
1963 Overlander Complete Renovation

I snapped this yesterday right before a rain storm came through.
Forum: 1960 - 1964 Overlander 04-19-2018, 08:59 PM
Replies: 175
Views: 31,404
Posted By Cardinal283
In hindsight though I would have designed the...

In hindsight though I would have designed the frames different. These all have a 1" flange around the edge. If I could do it again I would do a 1 1/4" or 1 1/2" flange. 1 1/2" might be a little too...
Forum: 1960 - 1964 Overlander 04-19-2018, 08:55 PM
Replies: 175
Views: 31,404
Posted By Cardinal283
309075 I got the next window riveted in. Only...

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I got the next window riveted in. Only two more to go. The one that goes a few feet back and the rear window.
Forum: Doors & Locks 04-17-2018, 01:28 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,627
Posted By Cardinal283
A good one. *

A good one. *
Forum: Doors & Locks 04-17-2018, 01:27 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,627
Posted By Cardinal283
Find a better locksmith. I good one doesn't need...

Find a better locksmith. I good one doesn't need to remove the cylinder to make a key. They can find a blank that fits the lock, insert it, try to turn it (which marks the blank, the remove and file...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 04-11-2018, 06:37 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,614
Posted By Cardinal283
I removed the old one. It will make more sense...

I removed the old one. It will make more sense when you get that interior skin off and can see it.
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 04-10-2018, 11:32 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,614
Posted By Cardinal283
I don't remember the dimensions. But approx 6-8"...

I don't remember the dimensions. But approx 6-8" tall and about 12-16" wide.
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 04-10-2018, 11:31 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,614
Posted By Cardinal283
Here's a link to the thread. I did level it...

Here's a link to the thread.

I did level it but only after I had done some work and realized that it wasn't level. It's still not as level as I'd like it to be.

I think the plate I used was...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 04-10-2018, 11:29 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,614
Posted By Cardinal283
1963 Overlander Complete Renovation ...

1963 Overlander Complete Renovation

https://www.airforums.com/forums/showthread.php?t=113229
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 04-10-2018, 04:50 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,614
Posted By Cardinal283
Oh... and since you're going to be welding on the...

Oh... and since you're going to be welding on the frame, you'll probably want to beef up the front hold down plate. It's inside the front inner skin right below the front window. Mine originally had...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 04-10-2018, 04:47 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,614
Posted By Cardinal283
Looks like a great find! You definitely want to...

Looks like a great find! You definitely want to replace those rusted out cross members. I have a 1963 Overlander whose frame was in similar shape. I replaced a couple cross members and a couple out...
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 04-04-2018, 11:27 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 7,013
Posted By Cardinal283
The wrench used does not correspond to the thread...

The wrench used does not correspond to the thread size. The size of a nut is based on the inner diameter not the outer diameter. A 3/8" nut might use a 7/16" or a 1/2" wrench. Just go to Home Depot...
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 04-04-2018, 03:11 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 7,013
Posted By Cardinal283
Use a 3/8, 7/16, and 1/2" nut and see which one...

Use a 3/8, 7/16, and 1/2" nut and see which one fits.
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 04-03-2018, 07:50 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 916
Posted By Cardinal283
Street side was my thought. Just so that it's...

Street side was my thought. Just so that it's away from the front door and the "patio".
Forum: 1960 - 1964 Overlander 04-03-2018, 12:06 PM
Replies: 175
Views: 31,404
Posted By Cardinal283
I've been working on the air handler for the...

I've been working on the air handler for the evaporator side of the AC unit. Have the basic shell done and the plates that he evap core mount to. I'm working on the squirrel cage and how I'm going to...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 04-03-2018, 11:46 AM
Replies: 160
Views: 62,680
Posted By Cardinal283
I haven't done much work on the condenser side...

I haven't done much work on the condenser side yet but I do have the outlet for the hot air done. The condenser and compressor will go under the sink and pull fresh air from under the trailer and...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 04-03-2018, 11:31 AM
Replies: 160
Views: 62,680
Posted By Cardinal283
This might provide a little inspiration. I'm...

This might provide a little inspiration. I'm working on a split unit. I took a 1.25 ton AC unit and split it. The pics shows the beginning of the air handler for evaporator unit. The covers are...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 04-03-2018, 11:04 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 916
Posted By Cardinal283
AC Condensate Drain

My '63 Overlander never had an AC system. I'm in the process of adding one now but I'm debating the best place to put the drain. Where does the drain on most other Airstream's let out? Into the gray...
Forum: 1960 - 1964 Overlander 03-29-2018, 07:31 PM
Replies: 175
Views: 31,404
Posted By Cardinal283
I had an interesting mishap. All of the new...

I had an interesting mishap. All of the new wiring was neatly bundled up where it goes to the control panel and hanging from a rib so that it was out of my way. I was cutting the hole for a window...
Forum: 1960 - 1964 Overlander 03-29-2018, 10:26 AM
Replies: 175
Views: 31,404
Posted By Cardinal283
Smart lady!

Smart lady!
Forum: 1960 - 1964 Overlander 03-27-2018, 02:28 PM
Replies: 175
Views: 31,404
Posted By Cardinal283
Got my Overlander emblem rechromed by a local...

Got my Overlander emblem rechromed by a local shop. They did a great job! Nearly filled in all the old pits. 307328307329307329
Forum: 1960 - 1964 Overlander 03-26-2018, 09:46 PM
Replies: 175
Views: 31,404
Posted By Cardinal283
Atomic. I just ran the wires for an under step...

Atomic. I just ran the wires for an under step light today. What kind of light fixture did you use and have you had any issues with water from the road?
Forum: 1960 - 1964 Overlander 03-26-2018, 07:44 PM
Replies: 175
Views: 31,404
Posted By Cardinal283
Should I stay away from F10?

Should I stay away from F10?
Forum: 1960 - 1964 Overlander 03-26-2018, 02:49 PM
Replies: 175
Views: 31,404
Posted By Cardinal283
Also I thought I'd try a little polishing just to...

Also I thought I'd try a little polishing just to see how the aluminum will look. I used NuVite F7. It seemed to do ok but there's a lot that it doesn't seem to be getting. Maybe go to an F9? Will...
Forum: 1960 - 1964 Overlander 03-26-2018, 02:46 PM
Replies: 175
Views: 31,404
Posted By Cardinal283
Hey gang. I did see the post by Zep where he made...

Hey gang. I did see the post by Zep where he made the steam punk looking light out of his scare light. Pretty cool looking. While I think I'll leave mine I do want something up higher. I am...
Forum: 1960 - 1964 Overlander 03-20-2018, 03:10 PM
Replies: 175
Views: 31,404
Posted By Cardinal283
I'm really not a fan of that light. I'm thinking...

I'm really not a fan of that light. I'm thinking that I'll try to come up with a cool porch light that illuminates the area around the door instead of the area across the street. Haha
Forum: 1960 - 1964 Overlander 03-20-2018, 03:09 PM
Replies: 175
Views: 31,404
Posted By Cardinal283
That 59 looks to be in good condition! I wanted a...

That 59 looks to be in good condition! I wanted a tandem axle too just because I feel it's safer in case of a blowout.

Most sheetmetal shops can form panels with louvers. I don't know any in...
Forum: 1960 - 1964 Overlander 03-16-2018, 07:21 PM
Replies: 175
Views: 31,404
Posted By Cardinal283
I've got a question for everyone. In my last pic...

I've got a question for everyone. In my last pic there's green tape over a hole for the original porch light. What is the logic behind this light? It seems like a porch light would be near the door,...
Forum: 1960 - 1964 Overlander 03-16-2018, 03:47 PM
Replies: 175
Views: 31,404
Posted By Cardinal283
I installed two of the frames with glass today....

I installed two of the frames with glass today. Wish I made the flanges on the frames a little wider. 1.5" instead of 1". It would have made lining everything up a lot easier and given a lot more...
Forum: 1960 - 1964 Overlander 03-13-2018, 12:12 PM
Replies: 175
Views: 31,404
Posted By Cardinal283
With all the welding and grinding I now have to...

With all the welding and grinding I now have to get all the marks out of the frames. So I started with 220 grit sandpaper moved to 320, 400, 600, 800 and so on. I also have 1000, 1500, and 2000 if I...
Forum: 1960 - 1964 Overlander 03-13-2018, 12:10 PM
Replies: 175
Views: 31,404
Posted By Cardinal283
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Forum: 1960 - 1964 Overlander 03-13-2018, 12:08 PM
Replies: 175
Views: 31,404
Posted By Cardinal283
The windows took some time to get right and even...

The windows took some time to get right and even now there are some things that I would do differently. I couldn't find an extrusion in the shape I needed so I formed a long piece of aluminum sheet...
Forum: 1960 - 1964 Overlander 03-11-2018, 02:59 PM
Replies: 175
Views: 31,404
Posted By Cardinal283
Thanks Bubba. I'm really looking forward to how...

Thanks Bubba. I'm really looking forward to how this part of the project will turn out. It could easily be a great idea or end up as a money pit. Luckily I have an AC guy helping with little things...
Forum: 1960 - 1964 Overlander 03-11-2018, 01:12 PM
Replies: 175
Views: 31,404
Posted By Cardinal283
Here's the new fridge exhaust vent.

Here's the new fridge exhaust vent.
Forum: 1960 - 1964 Overlander 03-11-2018, 01:10 PM
Replies: 175
Views: 31,404
Posted By Cardinal283
Here's the louvered exhaust vent for the AC...

Here's the louvered exhaust vent for the AC condenser.
Forum: 1960 - 1964 Overlander 03-11-2018, 01:08 PM
Replies: 175
Views: 31,404
Posted By Cardinal283
Here's a full length shot of the curbside without...

Here's a full length shot of the curbside without the Jalousie window.
Forum: 1960 - 1964 Overlander 03-11-2018, 01:07 PM
Replies: 175
Views: 31,404
Posted By Cardinal283
I've also cut holes in the shell for the new...

I've also cut holes in the shell for the new windows. No more "Ja-lousy" windows! Man I hated those windows. haha.

I still need to polish the frames and adhere the glass into them. Hopefully I can...
Forum: 1960 - 1964 Overlander 03-11-2018, 12:59 PM
Replies: 175
Views: 31,404
Posted By Cardinal283
Hey everyone. It's been a few years since I have...

Hey everyone. It's been a few years since I have been able to work on the Armadillo. Work changed and it became less of a priority. Life always seems to have ideas other than those of our own. I...
Forum: General Repair Forum 10-12-2016, 12:25 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 11,417
Posted By Cardinal283
Honestly, I haven't had a chance to work on my AS...

Honestly, I haven't had a chance to work on my AS in a while. Life kinda gets in the way sometimes. I'm definitely going to look into this more when I'm ready to move forward.
Forum: On The Road... 06-06-2016, 03:53 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 750
Posted By Cardinal283
I'd love to go there! Make sure to post some pics...

I'd love to go there! Make sure to post some pics of your trip here.
Forum: Upholstery, Blinds, Walls & Interior Finishes 05-17-2016, 10:54 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 17,073
Posted By Cardinal283
Thanks guys. Those both look great. I have some...

Thanks guys. Those both look great. I have some new decisions to make now. Haha.
Forum: Upholstery, Blinds, Walls & Interior Finishes 05-16-2016, 10:26 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 17,073
Posted By Cardinal283
SeeMore and Dufus Deluxe. I love both of your...

SeeMore and Dufus Deluxe. I love both of your installs! Can you provide more pics of your wall liners/coatings? I have been debating what to do with mine. I've considered mouse fur, zolatone, faux...
Forum: Insurance & Claims 05-16-2016, 10:10 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,550
Posted By Cardinal283
Should I claim through insurance

This is a pretty easy problem to solve. Take it to a dealer. Have them look at it so they can give you a quote to repair it. You will then have the following advantages over your current situation:
...
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 02-24-2016, 04:13 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 7,326
Posted By Cardinal283
But for what it's worth, Jared. I doubt one would...

But for what it's worth, Jared. I doubt one would have problems using 5052 on the interior. On my trailer though I'm not risking it.
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 02-24-2016, 04:12 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 7,326
Posted By Cardinal283
For some reason I didn't notice that we were...

For some reason I didn't notice that we were discussing interior skins when I read the original post. In which case it is not as big of a deal as with the exterior skins. However, as discussed in...
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 02-24-2016, 01:17 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 7,326
Posted By Cardinal283
2024 vs. 5052.... The debate

You might want to do some research before going with 5052. The biggest issue between 2024 and 5052 isn't "are you going to polish it or not" The shell is THE major structural component of the trailer...
Forum: Exterior Storage Compartments & Access Doors 01-22-2016, 10:19 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,222
Posted By Cardinal283
What was the name of the aircraft shop? I'm sure...

What was the name of the aircraft shop? I'm sure I'll be needing to do the same thing at some point.
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