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Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 07-25-2010, 05:20 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 946
Posted By Trophycare
Interior

Interior 67 caravel.. Thanks
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 07-25-2010, 02:01 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 946
Posted By Trophycare
Need Rear interior end cap "Upper" 67 Caravel

I need to find 1967 caravel upper rear end cap. any ideas.

Thanks
Forum: General Repair Forum 07-19-2010, 11:17 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,208
Posted By Trophycare
help with measurments from tire to tire '67 Caravel

Anyone! I need to haul 67 caravel on flat bed. what are the out side measurements from tire to tire.....

Thanks
Forum: 1959-69 Tradewind 07-10-2010, 08:27 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,657
Posted By Trophycare
1962 Tradewind, I paid $3500 in Arkansas. It was...

1962 Tradewind, I paid $3500 in Arkansas. It was towable and interior was complete. Minus original fridge. Bowen H20 heater was replaced??? with old Bowen. I made a huge mistake and threw out...
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 07-09-2010, 07:53 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 8,933
Posted By Trophycare
I've seen that also. What about the citrus?. ...

I've seen that also. What about the citrus?. Mine was just cleaned real good before I handed it over to the guys. No acid on my end...
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 07-09-2010, 07:51 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 8,933
Posted By Trophycare
More pic's Its Raining still!!!

More Pic's
Forum: 1959-69 Tradewind 07-09-2010, 07:37 PM
Replies: 139
Views: 20,170
Posted By Trophycare
Dang it! My Ghost numbers are 7563. Any info...

Dang it! My Ghost numbers are 7563. Any info would be great..
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 07-09-2010, 06:08 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 8,933
Posted By Trophycare
Ok Xtreme Big Rig Mobile & Detailing 308 S...

Ok Xtreme Big Rig Mobile & Detailing 308 S Saginaw Blvd 76179, John 817 706 4351.

Also Remember they are used to working on tankers that are triple the size of a AS. He said it's kinda...
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 07-09-2010, 06:01 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 8,933
Posted By Trophycare
Not even a Chance. (illegals) These guys are...

Not even a Chance. (illegals) These guys are straight up! Just a Detail shop that does Aluminum Tankers etc. I know its Texas but Come on! Not Building Fence or Laying Concrete. Just Honest Guys...
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 07-09-2010, 05:56 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 8,933
Posted By Trophycare
Its in Saginaw Texas. Just north of Fort Worth (...

Its in Saginaw Texas. Just north of Fort Worth ( Saginaw Borders Ft worth off loop 820)

Ok, Not sure of the products he used. Dewalt with several wheels. Finished with a white pad and wax. My...
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 07-08-2010, 11:07 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 8,933
Posted By Trophycare
Saginaw, Xtreme Auto Detail.. Just past Fire...

Saginaw, Xtreme Auto Detail.. Just past Fire Station on the Left! Good Guys.. Two Days only!!
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 07-08-2010, 11:06 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 8,933
Posted By Trophycare
polish job!

I was picking up some parts and drove past a "detail" shop with my trailer in tow. A 1966 Bambi Was shining like a new penny in the parking lot! I stopped and the guy ran over and told me he could...
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 07-08-2010, 09:06 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 8,933
Posted By Trophycare
$600 polish job, Texas!

Not bad. And worth every penny!
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 06-30-2010, 09:05 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,120
Posted By Trophycare
62 tradewind black water & grey water option

I removed old valve and installed valterra single valve, The 62 did not have a grey, only drains. I installed single garden hose attachment that can go into a tote or next to black water drain tube. ...
Forum: Axles 06-30-2010, 08:57 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,690
Posted By Trophycare
Pic of new dexter axle 62 tradewind

New 5200# dexter,,,
Forum: Axles 06-29-2010, 10:20 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,690
Posted By Trophycare
'62 Tradewind new Dexter Axle today! Weatherford Texas trailer shop!!

Ok, Just came home with new " shoes " 62 tradewind, local trailer shop uses Dexter axles for horse trailers and very familar with older airstreams. 5200# axle, new hubs, brakes, labor, wired, new...
Forum: Insurance & Claims 11-11-2009, 10:34 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,262
Posted By Trophycare
Allstae, 1962 tradewind

I bought my 62 tradewind for $3500.00, I went to my agent and insured for 8k. One year later I have increased the value to 10k. I know this may be little high I restored the trailer and with...
Forum: WBCCI Forum 10-28-2009, 11:21 PM
Replies: 148
Views: 35,898
Posted By Trophycare
Hello, I have a 1962 tradewind with ghost numbers...

Hello, I have a 1962 tradewind with ghost numbers 7653 (Dee White, Previous Owners) It appears to have ghost Caravan sticker just below. how can we verfiy if caravan? And is 7653 Available for new...
Forum: The Pet Forum 10-27-2009, 06:56 PM
Replies: 1,077
Views: 206,273
Posted By Trophycare
He never rides in the AS

This is POPPY! He loves my deer mounts!
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 10-27-2009, 03:33 PM
Replies: 117
Views: 40,023
Posted By Trophycare
false alarm

Ok, I opended up the side that I was concerned about and found that the PO had cut a knotch out of the frame just before it attaches to the bumper. (This allowed the drain pipe to go just under the...
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 10-27-2009, 05:49 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,432
Posted By Trophycare
good deal, I have a extra one! My trailer has...

good deal, I have a extra one! My trailer has two that work great!
Forum: 1959-69 Tradewind 10-27-2009, 05:48 AM
Replies: 139
Views: 20,170
Posted By Trophycare
sorry its 7653

sorry its 7653
Forum: 1959-69 Tradewind 10-26-2009, 10:16 PM
Replies: 139
Views: 20,170
Posted By Trophycare
My 62 has 7653 ?? Can you help?

My 62 has 7653 ?? Can you help?
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 10-26-2009, 09:45 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,432
Posted By Trophycare
What is this latch called?

I have a extra door latch and wanted to know what this style is?
Forum: Trailer Values 10-26-2009, 09:31 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 8,274
Posted By Trophycare
I wish I was able to go with the orginal on my...

I wish I was able to go with the orginal on my trailer. The cabinets that were painted by the PO. was easier to paint a nice color to match the rest of the trailer. The fronts were seperated and I...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 10-26-2009, 08:53 PM
Replies: 117
Views: 40,023
Posted By Trophycare
Ok, Maybe false alarm. I looked at the rear very...

Ok, Maybe false alarm. I looked at the rear very close tonight in the cold rain! I Opened the rear of my trailer last year to replace to black tank valve. I was able to look into left rear under the...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 10-26-2009, 08:18 PM
Replies: 117
Views: 40,023
Posted By Trophycare
Andy, On my 62 tradewind looking at the rear of...

Andy, On my 62 tradewind looking at the rear of the trailer I can see the left side of the bumper is 1/2 to 1 inch lower. Is this frame seperation? I can pull up on the bumper and it moves very...
Forum: Exterior Storage Compartments & Access Doors 10-22-2009, 06:10 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,026
Posted By Trophycare
Its double sided barrier... The twins just sit...

Its double sided barrier... The twins just sit above wheel well either side.
Forum: Exterior Storage Compartments & Access Doors 10-22-2009, 05:22 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,026
Posted By Trophycare
Getting ready for the winter, Radient Barrier

Used R13 then covered with radient barrier. stapled to wood trim inside and under twin beds.
Forum: General Interior Topics 10-22-2009, 05:11 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,082
Posted By Trophycare
Bed Insulation

My trailer is a little older, But this worked great! I used R13. then use radient barrier with the silver tape and attached under both twin beds. Check Out The photos..TC
I could use staples to...
Forum: Leaks - Weatherstrips, Gaskets, Caulks & Sealants 10-22-2009, 07:30 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,757
Posted By Trophycare
What about smoke testing like they use for sewer...

What about smoke testing like they use for sewer pipes?
Forum: Leaks - Weatherstrips, Gaskets, Caulks & Sealants 10-21-2009, 10:43 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,757
Posted By Trophycare
Black stuff! Rubber Coating????

Thanks. The black stuf is rubber coating???.

I hope its just the temp inside vs. what the temp is outside. It has rained all week and very hard to tell whats condensation or just a leak. I'm...
Forum: Leaks - Weatherstrips, Gaskets, Caulks & Sealants 10-21-2009, 09:46 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,757
Posted By Trophycare
Crazy Question (Can trailer sweat?)

Ok. 62 tradewind. I have been chasing leaks all week. Sealed from outside with sikaflex 221 around windows seams etc. Do or can AS sweat enough to create condensation to mimic a leak???? I have...
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 10-20-2009, 10:15 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 9,277
Posted By Trophycare
I have 62 tradewind with bowen heater that did...

I have 62 tradewind with bowen heater that did not work when I bought from PO. I pulled it out, Hooked up garden hose hose and flushed for several hours. Nasty calicum and other things came out. We...
Forum: General Repair Forum 10-20-2009, 08:48 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,898
Posted By Trophycare
Weatherford Airstream! Sucks they are gone..

Yep!. I live in weatherford and went by to Visit Denver frequently..Sucks they are gone. Today I was able to go to the parts dept a the dodge dealer. and pick up sikaflex 221. tubes letft! I bought...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 10-19-2009, 09:42 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,877
Posted By Trophycare
Man, Thats the answer I was looking for. Mine is...

Man, Thats the answer I was looking for. Mine is ready then. (kinda). The Blanco rally is coming up in Texas. I will be solo! Mife spouses Idea of camping is the Holiday INN Vs. Hilton!!!! I might...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 10-18-2009, 10:58 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,877
Posted By Trophycare
Level of trailers at rallies.

What levels of vintage trailers show up at the rallies? I have my 62 tradewind. Not polished etc. want to attend once up and running good. Just dont want to show with a trailer not ready for the big...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 10-18-2009, 09:51 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,424
Posted By Trophycare
Andy, yes it looks like the collector on your...

Andy, yes it looks like the collector on your website. My is Valterra valve 90 degree angle. hangs low!
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 10-17-2009, 06:08 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,424
Posted By Trophycare
Andy, I looked very close today. you have main...

Andy, I looked very close today. you have main drain from black tank, straight down to valterra pull valve. elbow from valve has two drains from shower and sink coming into rear. I had to add about...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 10-16-2009, 11:42 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,424
Posted By Trophycare
New dump valves "hang low"

Ok, 62 tradewind. I will make this a clear as possible.

Rear black tank, No gray tank. Just two, two inch drains coming from shower and kitchen. Removed old white valve. Had to fiberglass new...
Forum: Axles 10-14-2009, 11:03 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,025
Posted By Trophycare
First thing go jump on back bumper real hard! If...

First thing go jump on back bumper real hard! If you separates then run! The frame is bad!!! Axles seem to be a big topic also. First thing go straight to tire shop also.
Forum: 1959-69 Tradewind 10-13-2009, 11:39 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,321
Posted By Trophycare
Perfect answer!

Thanks everyone. It just seems like once I dig into one thing I find something else. example recoated the rear sink. looks great with new faucet etc, then I found copper drain pipes with cracks in...
Forum: 1959-69 Tradewind 10-12-2009, 10:30 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,321
Posted By Trophycare
I have posted some before and after! Take a look...

I have posted some before and after! Take a look at my floors! Out side the box a little!
Forum: 1959-69 Tradewind 10-12-2009, 10:01 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,321
Posted By Trophycare
Feel bad not ripping trailer apart!

I have my 1962 Tradewind and it was in really good shape for the age when I found it. Reading all the post about floor repair, belly ban removal, complete gutting of the trailer. It makes me feel bad...
Forum: Title, VIN & Registration 10-08-2009, 03:27 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,375
Posted By Trophycare
Serial Number

Can anyone help identify my trailer 24t s0846 stamped 6207 Ca. trailer
Forum: 1966-68 Caravel 10-07-2009, 09:55 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,293
Posted By Trophycare
Check the running gear, I started on the outside...

Check the running gear, I started on the outside and worked my way in! Replaced the marker lights, tail lights etc. This way if you need to tow for outside help it "all works" What part of Texas! ...
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