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Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 04-04-2017, 09:44 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,255
Posted By kmtanner
We plan on replacing the axle, so I'm hoping that...

We plan on replacing the axle, so I'm hoping that we won't need that drag bar on the other side, if that is what it was for. It is much, much heavier duty than the original frame piece. I'm thinking...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 04-02-2017, 06:23 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,255
Posted By kmtanner
Planning on having that piece of metal cut off...

Planning on having that piece of metal cut off when we replace the rear crossmembers. Are there any places that sell these crossmembers? Or any recommendations for materials to use to fabricate them?
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 03-27-2017, 09:36 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,255
Posted By kmtanner
Question??

So the PO welded a big piece of metal on to the passenger side of the trailer (is 'street side' the correct lingo here?). Does anybody know what purpose this would have and why it was only done to...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 03-27-2017, 09:33 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,255
Posted By kmtanner
The frame is sand blasted! We didn't blast away...

The frame is sand blasted! We didn't blast away every speck of rust because are planning to coat with POR 15, and I think it is ok to have a touch of rust still on it for bonding? Hoping to get it...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 03-25-2017, 11:02 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,255
Posted By kmtanner
Iansk- Thanks for the recommendation! The podcast...

Iansk- Thanks for the recommendation! The podcast has been really helpful!

Bubba- We are planning on using the same tanks from VTS. Those are some great pics. The fernco fitting sounds like the...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 03-25-2017, 10:03 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,802
Posted By kmtanner
Slope to gray water tanks?

We are designing the plumbing system in our '64 Tradewind. We will be using a composting toilet, so no black tank. Two gray water tanks in the frame, and a fresh water tank up front in the dinette. ...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 03-24-2017, 12:04 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,255
Posted By kmtanner
'64 Tradewind Full Monty Underway...

Hello! My husband and I are in the process of renovating our 1964 (was back and forth on the year for a little while, but now am fairly certain it's a '64) Tradewind. We are going for a full monty...
Forum: Windows & Screens 03-14-2017, 12:39 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,132
Posted By kmtanner
Some pictures

I edited some pictures to illustrate how I got the glazing strip in. I hope they help some poor soul in the future!
Note: Be sure not to break the glass in the windows when hammering the glazing...
Forum: Windows & Screens 03-13-2017, 11:36 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,132
Posted By kmtanner
I ordered all of my glass 1/8" thick- I thought I...

I ordered all of my glass 1/8" thick- I thought I was really going to be in trouble there for a while! I was pretty close to giving up and using a heat gun, but now I'm so glad I didn't! I read...
Forum: Windows & Screens 03-12-2017, 10:17 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,132
Posted By kmtanner
Success!

The size worked out just right! I used the butyl tape from VTS, which was really easy to work with. Unfortunately the increased thickness of the glass made the glazing strip a PITA to get in. I was...
Forum: Windows & Screens 03-12-2017, 06:29 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,455
Posted By kmtanner
Jim, I would love to know what you ended up...

Jim, I would love to know what you ended up doing- did you use the glazing putty? I am having similar difficulties and it's driving me crazy!

Kelsey
Forum: Windows & Screens 03-12-2017, 04:31 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,153
Posted By kmtanner
Following!

Following this post! Didn't know about these pieces until after I removed our windows and seem to have lost them in the removal process. How important are they? Is there something others have been...
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 03-09-2017, 11:57 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 20,000
Posted By kmtanner
Wondering if anyone found a good source for...

Wondering if anyone found a good source for aluminum in Reno? Would love not having to ship the stuff.

I am planning on replacing our belly pan with 2024 T3 aluminum that is 0.032 thick, I know...
Forum: Windows & Screens 03-09-2017, 11:25 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,132
Posted By kmtanner
Thanks!

Thanks for the reply Thalweg! The glass arrived at the shop today, will try to swing by and pick it up tomorrow. I breathed a huge sigh of relief when I read your post- I have been so nervous about...
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 03-09-2017, 11:21 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,347
Posted By kmtanner
Dingo Girl, thanks for the response! I contacted...

Dingo Girl, thanks for the response! I contacted VTS and they confirmed that the tanks would be interchangeable as gray or fresh water tanks. It sounds like they only differ in the sizes of the...
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 03-08-2017, 10:45 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,347
Posted By kmtanner
Using new gray water tank for fresh water?

Currently renovating a trailer and starting from scratch as far as the tanks go. My main question is:

Can I purchase tanks that are advertised as gray water tanks (looking at some from VTS) as...
Forum: Windows & Screens 03-08-2017, 09:48 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,132
Posted By kmtanner
Window glass measurements for 1964 Tradewind

I ordered the glass 1/8" smaller than the window sashes, I will post about how well that works out... a little nervous to get the order in...
Forum: Windows & Screens 03-04-2017, 08:48 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,132
Posted By kmtanner
Window glass measurements for 1964 Tradewind

I am currently working on redoing the windows on our 1964 Tradewind, and am taking measurements for glass. We only had two intact windows, one had poorly cut plexiglass in the frame, and the other...
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 09-07-2016, 11:01 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,933
Posted By kmtanner
Replacing exterior rivets?

Hello! I am a total newbie working on a 1963 Tradewind, and taking it down to pretty bare bones. I recently saw the post about testing for leaky rivets, should I test and replace all rivets that...
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 09-07-2016, 10:48 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,933
Posted By kmtanner
These are great suggestions, thank you! While...

These are great suggestions, thank you! While this hasn't been the most time consuming project thus far, it has been the LEAST rewarding using the methods I've tried.

There are several different...
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 09-06-2016, 10:49 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,933
Posted By kmtanner
No, but thank you for the suggestion! Will try...

No, but thank you for the suggestion! Will try that one next. Do you have any experience working with it? Will it be ok on the aluminum?
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 09-06-2016, 10:12 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,933
Posted By kmtanner
Tips on removing silicone and caulking?

Hello! My husband and I recently acquired a 1963 Tradewind, and a PO put loads of caulking and silicone and who knows what else around all of the seams in hopes to prevent leaks I'm sure. We are...
Forum: General Repair Forum 08-30-2016, 04:59 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,519
Posted By kmtanner
1963 Tradewind

Hello Airforums!
My husband and I have recently acquired a 1963 Tradewind (I think) with the twin bed configuration. It has been sitting in a field for the past 10 years with a broken skylight and...
Forum: Trailer Values 02-17-2015, 08:27 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,210
Posted By kmtanner
Thank you all for the replies! I was a little...

Thank you all for the replies!
I was a little thrown by the price guide and NADA values, but it's good to hear that the price is at least somewhat appropriate. When I'm looking at the floor, do I...
Forum: Trailer Values 02-16-2015, 08:35 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,210
Posted By kmtanner
Thank you for the reply and the resources! I'm...

Thank you for the reply and the resources!
I'm hoping the pictures worked.

I'm trying to get a really good idea of what I should be paying because if I go look at it before I have all my ducks...
Forum: Trailer Values 02-16-2015, 07:57 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,210
Posted By kmtanner
'63 Globetrotter

Hello!
First time writer, long time reader here. My husband and I are a young couple, who have been dreaming of an airstream for a few years now. We are specifically interested in the smaller...
Forum: Trailer Values 10-14-2013, 12:50 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,959
Posted By kmtanner
Thanks so much Jim! I have emailed the seller and...

Thanks so much Jim! I have emailed the seller and asked about stove, refrigerator, etc. I'll update with the response.
Forum: Trailer Values 10-14-2013, 11:42 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,959
Posted By kmtanner
Avion C-11 camper

Hello! I am new to the thread, but I am wondering what a fair value for a 1968 Avion C-11 would be. It's definitely in "before" condition; that is, it will have to be restored. It's listed at $1500....
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