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Forum: Windows, Doors, Locks & Vents 01-19-2020, 10:58 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,337
Posted By Laflerd
Thanks

Thanks! What a great idea!
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 04-14-2019, 12:46 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 833
Posted By Laflerd
Floor separation

Is this what floor separation looks like? 1963 Sovereign with rear bath.
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 12-22-2018, 04:17 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 899
Posted By Laflerd
‘63 Sovereign

I’m looking for more photos of the forward cabinet and the accompanying “side travel lounge”. 330136330137
Forum: Boondocking 12-17-2018, 03:53 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,099
Posted By Laflerd
Vintage

What does it take to boondock in a
Vintage Airstream. I am Updating my ‘63 Sovereign. I inherited The airstream from my grandparents who purchased it new. It Is basically all original. It has been...
Forum: Upholstery, Blinds, Walls & Interior Finishes 12-17-2018, 08:45 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,507
Posted By Laflerd
Window Covering choices

I have a ‘63 Sovereign. My grandparents purchased it new. It’s going to need all new window coverings. Any suggestions? It has all original window hardware. How does one work with that?...
Forum: 1960 - 1964 Sovereign 12-15-2018, 11:38 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,962
Posted By Laflerd
Also having a very narrow folding dining table...

Also having a very narrow folding dining table that will seat 4 staggered people between the two twin beds. For sleeping the dining table will lower to bed height and create a king bed if desired....
Forum: 1960 - 1964 Sovereign 12-15-2018, 11:23 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,962
Posted By Laflerd
1963 Sovereign

Although this 1963 Sovereign was outfitted originally with a couch/double bed on the front wall, I have decided to re-create this floor plan that was also available in 1963 as well.
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Forum: 1960 - 1964 Sovereign 12-13-2018, 07:59 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,962
Posted By Laflerd
Polished and undergoing repairs in Kerrville TX ...

Polished and undergoing repairs in Kerrville TX

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Forum: Insurance & Claims 12-07-2018, 06:00 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,218
Posted By Laflerd
Appraisal in Texas.

I have a 1963 Sovereign.. I inherited it from my grandparents who bought it new in 1963. It is currently undergoing restoration.

I need to insure it but I understand I need an appraisal. Any...
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 09-13-2018, 07:58 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,123
Posted By Laflerd
The Airstream has all copper plumbing. It has...

The Airstream has all copper plumbing. It has been sitting idle for 25 years. My father was the last to use it. He’s very thorough and I’m certain he would have drained everything before storing it....
Forum: Roof Vents, Skylights & Fans 09-11-2018, 09:30 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,537
Posted By Laflerd
Fan motor ‘63 Sovereign

I’m off site and need to order a new roof vent fan motor. Suggestions on what I need and where to purchase? Is this a Hehr roof vent? 322190322191322193322194
Forum: Plumbing - Systems & Fixtures 09-05-2018, 05:59 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 863
Posted By Laflerd
‘63 Sovereign

I have my grandparents ‘63 Sovereign. The Airstream has been in storage since 1978. I have very little expertise. What do I need to do to get the plumbing going. Yes I realize everything should be...
Forum: Upholstery, Blinds, Walls & Interior Finishes 08-31-2018, 08:00 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 846
Posted By Laflerd
Drapery for a ‘63 Sovereign.

Does anyone have photos of what the original Drapes would have looked like in my ‘63 Sovereign?
Forum: Brakes & Brake Controllers 08-28-2018, 07:20 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,395
Posted By Laflerd
The Temporary tow vehicle is a 2006 Range Rover....

The Temporary tow vehicle is a 2006 Range Rover. After some research I believe the following parts will be need to be installed. I need to be able to use both four and 7 pin . Two different trailers...
Forum: Brakes & Brake Controllers 08-28-2018, 06:23 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,395
Posted By Laflerd
I am not mechanically inclined and learning this...

I am not mechanically inclined and learning this as I go. I assume it is a torsion axle based on the year. I recall my grandparents having some sort of under dash controller in the car. The only...
Forum: General Repair Forum 08-28-2018, 06:06 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 491
Posted By Laflerd
I can only find adapters that have the correct...

I can only find adapters that have the correct male round end for the airstream and the same square end as in the picture shown.
Forum: General Repair Forum 08-28-2018, 05:58 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 491
Posted By Laflerd
Exterior lights adapter

I need an adapter that will accommodate the following photos. Airstream iis the round. Range Rover is the square. ATTACH]321047[/ATTACH]321048
Forum: Brakes & Brake Controllers 08-28-2018, 05:52 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,395
Posted By Laflerd
Brakes-Where do I begin?

I have inherited my grandparents ‘63 Sovereign. I have no idea what kind of brakes it has or how they’re controlled?
Forum: Tow Vehicles 08-23-2018, 07:22 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,557
Posted By Laflerd
Lincoln Navigator

Anyone have experience using a Lincoln navigator? I would be Towing a 30 foot 1963 Sovereign. Curb weight 4500 pounds. Tongue weight 490. This would be local towing only. No cross country trips. No...
Forum: Windows, Doors, Locks & Vents 08-19-2018, 01:44 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,337
Posted By Laflerd
Hehr vent cover

I have a ‘63 Sovereign with 2 Hehr roof vents. The mechanism in both work great but I need new covers and 1 new fan motor. The vents are 14 x 14. I also need a new skylight cover. Suggestions where...
Forum: 1960 - 1964 Sovereign 08-18-2018, 10:41 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 655
Posted By Laflerd
1963 Sovereign

I have four leveling jacks that I believe are original with the Airstream. Two are smaller. Where is the correct placement of them?
Forum: Vintage Kin 08-18-2018, 05:47 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,537
Posted By Laflerd
‘63 Sovereign

I have inherited my grandparents ‘63 Sovereign. I believe this trailer came new with baby Moon hubcaps and split rim wheels. Am I correct? The split rim wheels as well as the original hubcaps are...
Forum: Roof 08-17-2018, 08:40 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,920
Posted By Laflerd
Skylight Dimensions

I have a ‘63 Sovereign with a rectangular skylight in front section. Can someone tell me the dimensions of the skylight. The trailer is at an off site location and I forgot to measure the skylight....
Forum: Tow Vehicles 08-14-2018, 05:39 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,640
Posted By Laflerd
Fantastic Photo! 319841

Fantastic Photo! 319841
Forum: Tow Vehicles 08-13-2018, 12:01 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,640
Posted By Laflerd
‘66 Thunderbird?

Is this possible for local towing?

Airstream is a ‘63 Sovereign.

Thunderbird is a rare ‘Q’ code car with larger 428 engine.

Currently no hitch installed on car but weight distribution...
Forum: Wheels, Hubs & Bearings 08-11-2018, 10:26 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,210
Posted By Laflerd
No split rims. I’m still debating. I believe it...

No split rims. I’m still debating. I believe it had baby moon originally.
Forum: Wheels, Hubs & Bearings 08-11-2018, 09:23 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,210
Posted By Laflerd
Hubcaps

I’m considering purchasing these hubcaps for my ‘63 Sovereign with original 15”wheels. Any idea whether they’ll fit?
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 07-31-2018, 04:03 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,280
Posted By Laflerd
1963 Sovereign Polish

After inheriting my grandparents 1963 airstream sovereign. While transporting it to its new home I had it polished in Lubbock Texas. Cost was about $112 per foot. I’m very pleased. 318583
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 07-19-2018, 02:15 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,123
Posted By Laflerd
63 Sovereign

I am beginning to restore a 1963 Sovereign that has been in inside non-heated storage in the upper midwest for 25 years.. I am a beginner and novice in Airstream systems. I’ve looked for instructions...
Forum: Wheels, Hubs & Bearings 06-21-2018, 07:17 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,194
Posted By Laflerd
1963 Soverign Twin. Running gear replacement

I have inherited my grandparents 1963 Soverign. It received heavy use from 1963 to 1977. It has been in dry storage since 1978. From what I read on the forums, it most likely needs replacement of ...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 06-16-2018, 01:55 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 979
Posted By Laflerd
1963 Sovereign

I have inherited my grandparents 1963 Sovereign. It received heavy use from 1963-1978. It has been in dry climate storage since 1978. I want to keep it as original as possible and do not plan a gut...
Forum: Axles 06-09-2018, 08:02 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,416
Posted By Laflerd
1963 Sovereign Twin

I have inherited my grandparents ‘63 Sovereign. I’m preparing to transport it 971 miles to Texas for renovation. It has been in dry storage since 1978. Other then new tires can any other repairs wait...
Forum: 1960 - 1964 Sovereign 06-05-2018, 10:18 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,962
Posted By Laflerd
1963 Sovereign

I have inherited my grandparents 1963 Sovereign Twin. After heavy usage from 1963 to 1977, it has been sitting inside storage since 1978. I plan to keep the Airstream as original as possible. ...
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