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Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 12-13-2011, 10:01 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 7,093
Posted By gottatrotter
good luck. I hope i sealed my last leak last...

good luck. I hope i sealed my last leak last weekend (vent pipe). Supposed to rain tomorrow so we'll find out. the floor paint is a great idea. Don't want to have to replace flooring ever...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 12-13-2011, 06:50 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 7,093
Posted By gottatrotter
i believe you're right. removing the skin today...

i believe you're right. removing the skin today so i can properly bolt the curved edge. Frame looks remarkably good even has most of original black paint. Primed it anyway. Thanks so much for...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 12-12-2011, 01:57 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,823
Posted By gottatrotter
i don't suppose you ever figured out if this...

i don't suppose you ever figured out if this could be done. I'm open to anything that doesn't include removing the belly. there must be some kind of anchor that will work. If not, one of these...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 12-12-2011, 01:44 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 7,093
Posted By gottatrotter
attached picture of the section I'm working on. ...

attached picture of the section I'm working on. Its the attachment of the rounded corners at the c channel that's giving me trouble. I think perry is right. I'm going to have to drop the rest of...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 12-12-2011, 10:22 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 7,093
Posted By gottatrotter
thanks perry...1/4" 20 hex....got it

thanks perry...1/4" 20 hex....got it
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 12-12-2011, 10:01 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 7,093
Posted By gottatrotter
cleaned all that out when I removed the old...

cleaned all that out when I removed the old floor....found a snake skin....ew. used styrofoam cut neatly to shape with new fiberglass on top. gonna have to tear that out to access bottom of bolts. ...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 12-12-2011, 09:00 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 7,093
Posted By gottatrotter
oh no,.........I so didn't want to remove the...

oh no,.........I so didn't want to remove the skin, but can't think of any way to anchor those c channels. wow this project just keeps getting bigger and bigger. so a hollow wall anchor is a bad...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 12-12-2011, 08:18 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 7,093
Posted By gottatrotter
thanks for the great info. So, just to be clear,...

thanks for the great info. So, just to be clear, these floor repair screws are not designed for the c channel attachment, just for attachment to the frame. So, what to use at the c channel. all...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 12-12-2011, 07:13 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 7,093
Posted By gottatrotter
floor repair bolts

I ordered floor repair bolts from vintage trailer supply, but now I'm not sure how to use them. They appear to have a drill bit on the tip. My question is, having removed all the elevator bolts, am...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 12-08-2011, 10:12 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,509
Posted By gottatrotter
just had this same issue. I removed the lower...

just had this same issue. I removed the lower walls, and used a router to cut down the center of the left frame support. It is my understanding that shell on is impossible to do in one large...
Forum: Windows & Screens 12-08-2011, 09:22 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,177
Posted By gottatrotter
hoping you would join in on this andy. do you...

hoping you would join in on this andy. do you have any brilliant insight into my dilema? Can I (or someone) cut a larger window sash down to size assuming I can find one? must I use real glass? ...
Forum: Windows & Screens 12-08-2011, 09:06 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,177
Posted By gottatrotter
I'm thinking I'll have a go at fabricating...

I'm thinking I'll have a go at fabricating something. DontBsilly- what wasn't right about the storm window extrusion? maybe just a simple c channel. Planning to use plexiglass so I don't hurt...
Forum: Airstream Registry Discussions 12-08-2011, 08:52 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 12,030
Posted By gottatrotter
silvia :: 1964 Airstream globetrotter

silvia :: 1964 Airstream globetrotter (2011-12-08 09:52:23)
Forum: Windows & Screens 12-08-2011, 08:02 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,177
Posted By gottatrotter
shes water tight, but that awful AC unit sticking...

shes water tight, but that awful AC unit sticking out the front window is driving me crazy. I found some 1/8" aluminum c channel but now that you mention the water thing I'm thinking a fabricated...
Forum: Windows & Screens 12-07-2011, 10:53 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,177
Posted By gottatrotter
wondering if you every found what you needed to...

wondering if you every found what you needed to create a new window. My PO also put in a residential window ac unit and discarded my front window. I don't think I have the same hinge issue you...
Forum: Leaks - Weatherstrips, Gaskets, Caulks & Sealants 11-01-2011, 10:36 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,967
Posted By gottatrotter
eek, this silicone thing is starting to sound...

eek, this silicone thing is starting to sound like a problem. It's everywhere. Going to lowes..thanks john
Forum: Leaks - Weatherstrips, Gaskets, Caulks & Sealants 11-01-2011, 10:34 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,967
Posted By gottatrotter
going with another bed in the rear. all bath...

going with another bed in the rear. all bath fixtures were gone when I got her, and the floor and holding tanks were a disaster (taking on the flooring now). there are currently no sleeping...
Forum: Leaks - Weatherstrips, Gaskets, Caulks & Sealants 11-01-2011, 09:49 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,967
Posted By gottatrotter
Silicone removal...Help!

the PO of my 64 globetrotter went a little nuts with the clear silicone chaulk. I can scrape off alot, but there's still a fine layer left. Any ideas? Can I heat it? Also, when removing the...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 09-04-2011, 06:50 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,003
Posted By gottatrotter
thanks gene...got it. I think you're all right. ...

thanks gene...got it. I think you're all right. I does appear to be a reefer vent. now that a new reefer is going in i'm hoping it's no longer necessary and I'm planning to close it up. Any...
Forum: 1960 - 1964 Globetrotter 09-03-2011, 07:20 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,914
Posted By gottatrotter
I have to remove the tiles to see if there is...

I have to remove the tiles to see if there is floor damage, but I'm not looking forward to it.
Thanks everyone for the info. hoping i don't have to replace the whole thing....termite damage.
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 09-01-2011, 03:29 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,003
Posted By gottatrotter
forgive me, but what's a reefer? Its just under...

forgive me, but what's a reefer? Its just under the cabinet between the sink and the front door, and is mounted on the underside of the belly. should it be that open...the mesh is about 1/4". not...
Forum: 1960 - 1964 Globetrotter 09-01-2011, 12:06 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,914
Posted By gottatrotter
thank you both for the info. I hadn't considered...

thank you both for the info. I hadn't considered the tiles. getting a mask.
Forum: 1960 - 1964 Globetrotter 09-01-2011, 11:08 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,914
Posted By gottatrotter
Asbestos in a 1964?

I have a 1964 globetrotter and i'm wondering if the insulation is dangerous. I'm hoping it's fiberglass but i really don't know. thought I'd check with the experts on this forum.
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 09-01-2011, 10:48 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,003
Posted By gottatrotter
update....removed cabinet to expose the root of...

update....removed cabinet to expose the root of the swarm. they seem to have come up through a mesh covered vent in the belly. the previous owner(s) added many weird stacks and faucets, and I...
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 09-01-2011, 07:41 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,677
Posted By gottatrotter
I like those too. how does the weight compare? ...

I like those too. how does the weight compare? I'm thinking they might be lighter than the glass. would you install them the same way?
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 09-01-2011, 07:37 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,003
Posted By gottatrotter
your words of encouragement and the revelation of...

your words of encouragement and the revelation of repair costs through the factory have given me new determination to tackle this project myself. I will have to swallow my pride and bring in some...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 08-31-2011, 06:53 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,003
Posted By gottatrotter
thanks everyone for some excellent info. I think...

thanks everyone for some excellent info. I think you're all trying to say this should not be attempted by one female newbie. I think you're right, not sure i even have the tools to do it. calling...
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 08-31-2011, 06:47 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,677
Posted By gottatrotter
great info....thanks everyone. So, each 12x12...

great info....thanks everyone. So, each 12x12 tile weighs 3.25 lbs. I would need to use approx 6, so about 20lbs with adhesive. is this a deal breaker? star kitty convinced me that it looks...
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 08-31-2011, 03:27 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,677
Posted By gottatrotter
that's perfect....maybe I'll just wait till you...

that's perfect....maybe I'll just wait till you do it first and see how it goes. Would you use the caulk behind the tile as well, or just in the grout line? dying to make this work. hope we get...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 08-31-2011, 02:58 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,003
Posted By gottatrotter
thanks tina. I'm trying to be optimistic. ...

thanks tina. I'm trying to be optimistic. Ordered a rivet gun today.....i'm clearly going to need it. I think you're right that the damage goes beyond the floor. pull out bed and dinette were...
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 08-31-2011, 02:16 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,677
Posted By gottatrotter
Pretty backsplash

has anyone ever tried to tile the walls around the kitchen sink. I really want to put in glass 1" tiles but I'm concerned that the movement of the trailer will shake them loose. i wonder what would...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 08-31-2011, 02:10 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,003
Posted By gottatrotter
thanks for the help. it sounds serious. I hope...

thanks for the help. it sounds serious. I hope you're suggesting that the inside shell must be removed and not the outside shell. I'll be studying the links you sent me....then I'll probably be...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 08-31-2011, 12:29 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,003
Posted By gottatrotter
I'm bugged

OK, caught the airstream fever about a month ago when I found a $900 "64 globetrotter. Now I find myself completely overwhelmed by the size of this restoration job. What i though was going to be a...
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