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Forum: On The Road... 07-07-2019, 10:46 PM
Replies: 1,627
Views: 505,634
Posted By ddstech
Santa Cruz CA.

Santa Cruz, California.
Forum: Doors & Locks 12-08-2013, 11:26 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,560
Posted By ddstech
A good locksmith can make you keys. That is...

A good locksmith can make you keys. That is your best option aside from replacing all the locks.
Forum: Upholstery, Blinds, Walls & Interior Finishes 11-13-2013, 03:33 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 15,366
Posted By ddstech
I was thinking of a narrow ladder that can double...

I was thinking of a narrow ladder that can double as a guard rail when traveling. We typically throw things on the bunks during travel and it would be nice to have a guard to keep it from falling...
Forum: Upholstery, Blinds, Walls & Interior Finishes 09-27-2013, 07:35 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 15,366
Posted By ddstech
I'll try to get you a picture. It's mostly wood,...

I'll try to get you a picture. It's mostly wood, but has nylon blocks integrated as well so it slides really smooth but still holds it's position during travel.
Forum: Upholstery, Blinds, Walls & Interior Finishes 09-26-2013, 11:06 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 15,366
Posted By ddstech
Top bunk slides out 6 inches, bottom slides out...

Top bunk slides out 6 inches, bottom slides out 20".

No, I don't have a pocket door. I'm working on a heavy curtain for the bathroom. Maybe a door later.
Forum: Upholstery, Blinds, Walls & Interior Finishes 09-26-2013, 09:54 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 15,366
Posted By ddstech
When I built my bunk walls I wanted them really...

When I built my bunk walls I wanted them really solid. So I used 1.5" x 1" poplar and made a frame then 1/4" Baltic birch ply on each side. You can't see it, but under the bottom bunk the inner...
Forum: On The Road... 05-19-2013, 12:50 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,294
Posted By ddstech
Im curious.

Was the previous owners name Rick? Wondering if our airstreams came from the same family. We purchased our flying cloud from a guy in santa cruz and he had his "dream RV" sitting there which looked...
Forum: Photography 05-04-2013, 11:05 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,796
Posted By ddstech
Very Cool. I had no idea zip dee made tiny...

Very Cool. I had no idea zip dee made tiny awnings for single windows.
Forum: Plumbing - Systems & Fixtures 04-27-2013, 11:55 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,171
Posted By ddstech
We have a natures head as well. No regrets. My...

We have a natures head as well. No regrets. My parents put one in their outhouse as well. We highly recommend them.
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 04-18-2013, 09:59 PM
Replies: 367
Views: 30,850
Posted By ddstech
I am, just being persuading... :)

I am, just being persuading... :)
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 04-18-2013, 09:52 PM
Replies: 367
Views: 30,850
Posted By ddstech
Me...me...pick me!

Me...me...pick me!
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 04-15-2013, 06:17 PM
Replies: 367
Views: 30,850
Posted By ddstech
I booked a site for the rally on the website. ...

I booked a site for the rally on the website. After calling the office she said to put in the notes section to be placed near the group. I did so, hopefully we are somewhat close.
Forum: General Interior Topics 04-14-2013, 09:31 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,282
Posted By ddstech
Spent our first weekend in the trailer at the...

Spent our first weekend in the trailer at the casini ranch rally. I honesty have zero regret about the composting toilet. Doesn't smell at all, works exactly as it is supposed to. I love how...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 04-14-2013, 09:26 PM
Replies: 638
Views: 47,551
Posted By ddstech
Sigh.....back to reality, but home safe. What a...

Sigh.....back to reality, but home safe. What a great time. What are the dates for next year?
Forum: 1950-1955 Flying Cloud 04-14-2013, 06:01 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 16,569
Posted By ddstech
It will be worth the wait. I can show you my...

It will be worth the wait. I can show you my wrinkled corners to prove that it's better to have it done.
Forum: General Interior Topics 04-10-2013, 07:27 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,282
Posted By ddstech
Cool. We wait for the promised pics. Do you...

Cool. We wait for the promised pics. Do you have a launch date? We are setting out on our maiden voyage on Friday!

Congrats on making it to the finish line.
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 04-08-2013, 09:37 PM
Replies: 638
Views: 47,551
Posted By ddstech
It's close to being done but ironically, still...

It's close to being done but ironically, still haven't purchased the new fridge. I'm out in the dark tonight finishing propane lines, testing all systems, and sewing curtains. It's a race to the...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 04-08-2013, 08:47 PM
Replies: 638
Views: 47,551
Posted By ddstech
Is anybody bringing children? Just trying to...

Is anybody bringing children? Just trying to figure out if I should pack mine or not....we have three girls, 10, 7, and 4.
Forum: 1955 - 1957 Bubble 04-07-2013, 09:02 PM
Replies: 361
Views: 92,307
Posted By ddstech
Hey now, you make it sound like I have all sorts...

Hey now, you make it sound like I have all sorts of money. Not true. My kids have had nothing but beans and rice since I started the restoration. They are really looking forward to new foods this...
Forum: 1955 - 1957 Bubble 04-07-2013, 06:03 PM
Replies: 361
Views: 92,307
Posted By ddstech
So did you get the matching pair of chairs that...

So did you get the matching pair of chairs that just sold on eBay? It took all my willpower not to drive up the price!

Matt
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 04-04-2013, 08:27 PM
Replies: 638
Views: 47,551
Posted By ddstech
Is a 10' water hose sufficient for casini ranch...

Is a 10' water hose sufficient for casini ranch hookups?
Forum: 1954 - 1959 Overlander 03-31-2013, 03:53 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 13,664
Posted By ddstech
Your making great progress. I used Benjamin...

Your making great progress. I used Benjamin Moore paint. I sprayed it white, then sprayed a pearl glaze topcoat on it.

Don't use a standard latex paint.

The key is in the prep work. Sand,...
Forum: 1950-1955 Flying Cloud 03-19-2013, 09:31 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 16,569
Posted By ddstech
My biggest regret is not flipping the frame over,...

My biggest regret is not flipping the frame over, and doing the belly pan that way. It's 10 times harder the right side up.


As mentioned, propane must be outside the trailer. It's not a...
Forum: Awnings 03-18-2013, 09:07 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 13,394
Posted By ddstech
No, I have the rope slide track along the top for...

No, I have the rope slide track along the top for the awning, then snaps every 12" or so down the sides and some along the bottom I think. Probably a very similar end result, just snaps rather than...
Forum: Awnings 03-17-2013, 07:06 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 13,394
Posted By ddstech
Does the screened room snap to the sides of the...

Does the screened room snap to the sides of the trailer? I have snaps down the sides of my trailer. I assume they were used for this purpose.

Matt
Forum: Upholstery, Blinds, Walls & Interior Finishes 03-13-2013, 07:49 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,554
Posted By ddstech
I ordered the vintage trailer supply...

I ordered the vintage trailer supply replacements. They have mixed reviews. They are smaller then the originals. Some people have complained they strip out easily. I have one in my trailer and...
Forum: Upholstery, Blinds, Walls & Interior Finishes 03-13-2013, 07:46 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,554
Posted By ddstech
From my searches, you will need a time machine...

From my searches, you will need a time machine set to 1958, stop by the factory and grab some. Otherwise, look for donor trailers being parted out. I haven't come across any to date. Going on two...
Forum: Upholstery, Blinds, Walls & Interior Finishes 03-11-2013, 09:54 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,554
Posted By ddstech
No, I wasn't clear. In my trailer I have the...

No, I wasn't clear. In my trailer I have the mechanisms but am missing the handles. I don't have any spares. Sorry.
Forum: Upholstery, Blinds, Walls & Interior Finishes 03-10-2013, 10:27 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,554
Posted By ddstech
Good luck. I have the mechanisms but no handles....

Good luck. I have the mechanisms but no handles. I haven't seen them anywhere. I currently operate them with a large flathead screwdriver.
Forum: Friends of Dorothy 02-18-2013, 08:40 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,883
Posted By ddstech
What's wrong with "the 25 footer"?

What's wrong with "the 25 footer"?
Forum: On The Road... 02-12-2013, 09:04 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,110
Posted By ddstech
FaceTime assuming you are connected to wifi right...

FaceTime assuming you are connected to wifi right away at your camp site.

What about waiting for google earth satellite images to update? I mean it could be weeks, or months, but why is everybody...
Forum: Photography 02-07-2013, 09:32 PM
Replies: 124
Views: 14,760
Posted By ddstech
I built it. It took a lot of attempts to build...

I built it. It took a lot of attempts to build the curve. It's a stick frame and the outside is veneer.
Forum: Our Community 02-06-2013, 09:05 PM
Replies: 2,095
Views: 445,864
Posted By ddstech
Where did they put the 100k that is reported to...

Where did they put the 100k that is reported to have gone into it? Is there a large bag of money in the cabinets? It's nice but not 100k nice.
Forum: 1965 - 1969 Overlander 02-06-2013, 09:00 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,097
Posted By ddstech
It's rare to only have one, typically you will...

It's rare to only have one, typically you will find some up front and some in the very back.


But I did see a 70's safari once with only one leak by the door. So maybe you are lucky.
Forum: Photography 02-04-2013, 08:40 PM
Replies: 124
Views: 14,760
Posted By ddstech
Before and After of Kitchen in my 1958 FC

Here is my before and after. Almost done! I do not know how to rotate pictures on here. So just turn your head 45 degrees.
Forum: Upholstery, Blinds, Walls & Interior Finishes 02-01-2013, 09:44 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 17,385
Posted By ddstech
Thanks so much! Can't wait to use it.

Thanks so much! Can't wait to use it.
Forum: 1955 - 1957 Bubble 01-31-2013, 07:16 PM
Replies: 361
Views: 92,307
Posted By ddstech
Ted, I'm caught up to you! Finally...

Ted,

I'm caught up to you! Finally finished cabinets and upholstery. Now Am looking for curtains too. I want something that hugs the window as much as possible.
Forum: Upholstery, Blinds, Walls & Interior Finishes 01-30-2013, 09:08 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,554
Posted By ddstech
Thanks. Those are the same ones I have. All...

Thanks. Those are the same ones I have. All mine are missing the handles. What's odd is that there is only one hole in the track. So either they were never properly screwed in or the screw broke...
Forum: Upholstery, Blinds, Walls & Interior Finishes 01-22-2013, 09:00 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,554
Posted By ddstech
1958 window cranks

Question: I have a 1958 flying cloud. The window cranks that it came with font seem to match up with the hole in the window frame. It almost as if someone swapped the original operators out. Can...
Forum: Our Community 01-20-2013, 10:49 AM
Replies: 650
Views: 153,443
Posted By ddstech
Currently I call ours "casa de las ratas". After...

Currently I call ours "casa de las ratas". After the 30 years of rat remains I had to shovel out of it during restoration. Good times.....
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 01-13-2013, 08:27 PM
Replies: 215
Views: 39,740
Posted By ddstech
@DDSTech- those bunks look nice. I like the slide...

@DDSTech- those bunks look nice. I like the slide out option, that is smart. Do you know what distance you get between mattress edge and roof? I don't think my girls will sleep together any more,...
Forum: 1960 - 1964 Overlander 01-13-2013, 01:14 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,551
Posted By ddstech
The maxim skylight has three layers of lexan. It...

The maxim skylight has three layers of lexan. It keeps the heat out / cool in. They are custom made. Great people to work with. The quality is top notch.
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 01-13-2013, 12:50 AM
Replies: 215
Views: 39,740
Posted By ddstech
I have three little girls too. We came up with...

I have three little girls too. We came up with these bunks that slide out like gauchos. They are awesome!

Matt
Forum: 1960 - 1964 Overlander 01-12-2013, 10:08 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,551
Posted By ddstech
In my opinion the astrodome is pointless. I got...

In my opinion the astrodome is pointless. I got a maxim skylight made for 200.00


Now I can look at the stars while I lay in bed. Well, assuming I ever complete the trailer and get to that...
Forum: Upholstery, Blinds, Walls & Interior Finishes 01-05-2013, 10:10 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 17,385
Posted By ddstech
Look what arrived today!

Finally feels like real progress. The fabric we chooe is a greyish tweed. Feels really nice. We are still waiting on a couple more little pillows for the back rests, but are really pleased with the...
Forum: Commercial Listings 01-02-2013, 09:06 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 8,610
Posted By ddstech
Geez that's nice. I was all proud of my new cork...

Geez that's nice. I was all proud of my new cork flooring, but now am ashamed after seeing this.
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 12-05-2012, 03:40 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,173
Posted By ddstech
Try the plastic pex hangers from Home Depot. If...

Try the plastic pex hangers from Home Depot. If you are not satisfied with that, they make metal fasteners with rubber liners that go around the tubing. Rivet or screw them to the bottom of the...
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 12-01-2012, 09:21 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,546
Posted By ddstech
I believe you will want to only use microfiber...

I believe you will want to only use microfiber towels, and remove any tags they might come with.


Other than that, there is a cost associated with polished trailers.
Forum: Upholstery, Blinds, Walls & Interior Finishes 11-30-2012, 12:06 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 17,385
Posted By ddstech
Looks sharp. Good job.

Looks sharp. Good job.
Forum: Member Introductions 11-29-2012, 07:56 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 10,090
Posted By ddstech
Nice. Makes me want to go out and separate mine...

Nice. Makes me want to go out and separate mine again...
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