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Forum: General Repair Forum 05-13-2023, 09:58 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 865
Posted By JL24
Update

Posting in case it helps anyone. I was able to modify the door and the steps to make a Lippert solid step work. The door won’t really shut with the steps down which can be a problem for some people...
Forum: General Repair Forum 07-05-2022, 11:43 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 865
Posted By JL24
Step repair/replacement 1968 overlander

Long shot but I can’t find the answers I’m looking for. Has anyone replaced their steps with kippers solid step or moryde steps on a 1960’s era trailer? After nearly two years I’m closing in and will...
Forum: Windows & Screens 10-10-2021, 10:16 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 842
Posted By JL24
1968 Glass Clips

Hey Everyone!

I am still working on my restoration but I have run into an interesting situation. When I started this a year ago (I'm moving slow) the glass clips seemed readily available at the...
Forum: 1965 - 1969 Overlander 07-02-2021, 10:05 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,653
Posted By JL24
So I ordered all my electrical, ran my wires,...

So I ordered all my electrical, ran my wires, found some more leaks after 4 days of crazy rain (all over my new subfloor!) and started working on the badges during the rain. I am still not sure how...
Forum: Windows & Screens 07-01-2021, 05:54 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 734
Posted By JL24
1968 Overlander window leaks

Hey everyone! So I know from researching this is an issue that has been explored, discussed and evaluated dozens of times. I really have researched this and used the search feature dozens of times...
Forum: 1965 - 1969 Overlander 06-25-2021, 02:55 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,653
Posted By JL24
That looks amazing! I have only got through the...

That looks amazing! I have only got through the first stage but I did use the 2nd stage around the lights and one little "I have to see it now" spot and it's pretty exciting!

Also, if anyone is...
Forum: 1965 - 1969 Overlander 06-22-2021, 02:05 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,653
Posted By JL24
Frame and subfloor are moving along (I still have...

Frame and subfloor are moving along (I still have one piece to get in) I chose to go ahead and start the polishing because I want to get all the trailer wiring done and wanted to have at least the...
Forum: 1965 - 1969 Overlander 06-22-2021, 06:53 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,653
Posted By JL24
I hadn't heard that about the soybeans! I have...

I hadn't heard that about the soybeans! I have been heavily researching the wiring and I ordered marine wire for the 12v lights/fans but I did (after weeks of research) go with more standard solid...
Forum: 1965 - 1969 Overlander 06-21-2021, 08:08 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,653
Posted By JL24
So after a bunch of work I finally have the...

So after a bunch of work I finally have the entire trailer hit with the brown tripoli compound! There are a few spots I am going to go over again and working on the roof was by far the worst part.
...
Forum: 1965 - 1969 Overlander 06-20-2021, 02:26 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,333
Posted By JL24
I had no idea, I was looking at 1/5" ply at the...

I had no idea, I was looking at 1/5" ply at the local big box store. So here is the big question, it looks like you have choices in curvability, which one would work better? Hot dog or hamburger I...
Forum: 1965 - 1969 Overlander 06-20-2021, 01:44 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,333
Posted By JL24
End Caps - Keep Or Replace

So I have been seriously considering building some wooden endcaps like so many others have done. Purely because I like the look and think I could do it. That said I do still have 2 uncracked...
Forum: 1965 - 1969 Overlander 06-04-2021, 02:03 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,653
Posted By JL24
So I spent yesterday polishing and working on my...

So I spent yesterday polishing and working on my taillights. I was able to sand/paint them (I chose black) and I was able to modify them to fit some new LED's. The PO had the old lights with the...
Forum: 1965 - 1969 Overlander 06-03-2021, 09:22 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,653
Posted By JL24
That is good to know! I am always looking for...

That is good to know! I am always looking for airstreams and I have seen 5-6 in the KC area but only one was older than 1990ish and I never know if it is people passing through (like on the highway)...
Forum: 1965 - 1969 Overlander 06-02-2021, 07:18 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,653
Posted By JL24
Build Thread - Here we go

So after posting a few questions in another section I had someone suggest I start a build thread so I figured I would. Since this is the first post I figured I would recap so anyone interested can...
Forum: General Repair Forum 06-02-2021, 07:00 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,543
Posted By JL24
See thats what I couldn't figure out, I have...

See thats what I couldn't figure out, I have repaired all kinds of water tight things with fiberglass, including a cracked bathtub that held for a few years before being properly replaced, so I know...
Forum: General Repair Forum 06-02-2021, 06:53 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,543
Posted By JL24
Interesting, I am glad you mentioned the line set...

Interesting, I am glad you mentioned the line set work hardening, I hadn't seen that anywhere and knowing how I work I would have messed with it way too much. That is another thing I have been...
Forum: General Repair Forum 06-02-2021, 06:46 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,543
Posted By JL24
I will definitely take you up on that as I get...

I will definitely take you up on that as I get closer to installing the mini split. I am still planning that side of things, I know 100% though I am doing the mini split but getting a solid floor is...
Forum: General Repair Forum 06-01-2021, 01:52 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,543
Posted By JL24
I have actually stared at your thread for a...

I have actually stared at your thread for a while! I love the box you made to conceal the outside unit (which is exactly what I am going to do). I thought you suggested there was a way to hide the...
Forum: General Repair Forum 06-01-2021, 11:44 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,543
Posted By JL24
I was debating between epoxy or the fiberglass...

I was debating between epoxy or the fiberglass idea. The fiberglass was something I thought of a few weeks ago and couldn't find anyone who had done it. I have messed with fiberglass enough to know I...
Forum: General Repair Forum 06-01-2021, 11:41 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,543
Posted By JL24
So I wasn't sure what the best way to do it would...

So I wasn't sure what the best way to do it would be. I was planning on putting it on the tongue but if there is a way to actually conceal it I would be all about that I just haven't found a...
Forum: General Repair Forum 06-01-2021, 09:07 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,543
Posted By JL24
Building up - I have some questions about my restoration!

Hi AS Forum! I had a couple questions and I can't seem to find definitive answers. I will try to include some photos to show my progress! If this is the wrong spot please tell me where to put it. I...
Forum: General Repair Forum 12-28-2020, 02:03 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 760
Posted By JL24
How did you shape the aluminum? I am new to...

How did you shape the aluminum? I am new to forums so I may have replied to another post, I am not sure, also your right I meant 3/16, there is a big difference in 3/8 and 3/16, I ordered both 1/4...
Forum: General Repair Forum 12-28-2020, 01:59 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 760
Posted By JL24
I was thinking about using 1/4" aluminum bar...

I was thinking about using 1/4" aluminum bar stock and just slightly bending it in a bench vise to fit the curve, but I have a heat gun and cold water in the tap so that may be an easier place to...
Forum: General Repair Forum 12-28-2020, 01:57 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 760
Posted By JL24
I think that makes sense, I haven't pulled the...

I think that makes sense, I haven't pulled the panel with the window unit yet but I have determined that is what is leaking. I pulled the inner skins and went out there when it was raining.... The...
Forum: General Repair Forum 12-12-2020, 01:50 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 760
Posted By JL24
Newbie Airstream Questions

Long time lurker first time poster and I can't express how helpful this forum has been. I do have some questions and before anyone calls me out, I have been searching this forum for quite a while and...
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