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Forum: Exterior Restoration Forum 11-01-2021, 11:56 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 546
Posted By B_Boult
J moulding or J trim Vintage trailer supply....

J moulding or J trim

Vintage trailer supply.
I have seen it at Hardware stored too
Forum: Awnings 07-30-2021, 05:10 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,248
Posted By B_Boult
thanks. Ya I wanted to keep the colours as...

thanks. Ya I wanted to keep the colours as someone would have had them back in the day. Was trying not to go too kitsch with everything.
I had some vintage images saved of a family traveling in...
Forum: Awnings 07-28-2021, 01:25 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,248
Posted By B_Boult
will look the spring system up. The Awning has...

will look the spring system up. The Awning has taken some good hits from wind and is still standing. I give the aluminium poles across the front credit for that. Without them the Awning would have...
Forum: Awnings 07-07-2021, 01:01 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,248
Posted By B_Boult
Home made awning

Took awhile but finally got awning to a decent stage. Some finishing to be done but it is up.
I opted for a more muted colours instead of a kitsch. I had seen old photos of an airstream and the...
Forum: On The Road... 01-22-2021, 08:24 PM
Replies: 2,892
Views: 710,103
Posted By B_Boult
ever changing

ever changing
Forum: Photography 01-22-2021, 08:21 PM
Replies: 206
Views: 46,995
Posted By B_Boult
since my house is my Airstream this is my view....

since my house is my Airstream this is my view. Umm last fall!
Forum: Community Polls 07-30-2020, 08:17 PM
Replies: 249
Views: 133,507
Posted By B_Boult
B-Liner

374484
Forum: Roof 11-14-2019, 01:32 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 18,379
Posted By B_Boult
it is now November 2019. The Dickerson wood stove...

it is now November 2019. The Dickerson wood stove worked but was not super efficient to get me through a whole winter so I upgraded to a Hobbit Wood Stove. The little Dickerson would be good to...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 11-04-2019, 12:43 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 12,662
Posted By B_Boult
I have my flag in the back window of my...

I have my flag in the back window of my Airstream. I live in Canada (ya people in other countries own Airstreams too and are on AirForums). I could fly a Canadian flag but mine is The Union Jack,...
Forum: Boondocking 10-11-2018, 12:18 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 12,814
Posted By B_Boult
simplify

I have tried Air Conditioning and it seemed to me I was trying to cool air that was being warmed "mostly" from the sun beating down on the roof heating aluminum then being conducted through to the...
Forum: Leaks - Weatherstrips, Gaskets, Caulks & Sealants 04-28-2017, 12:39 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,526
Posted By B_Boult
I have an older Airstream and it has what i...

I have an older Airstream and it has what i thought were leaks, always above a window. But what I discovered is a condensation problem instead. The condensation happens between the reflective...
Forum: Boondocking 01-07-2017, 12:02 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,389
Posted By B_Boult
Just beyond Mission

Just beyond Mission
Forum: Boondocking 12-31-2016, 04:46 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,389
Posted By B_Boult
Got to love winter

Takes 20 min to get this heated up. We had lots of snow in south west of Canada this year after I moved into this 1955 Overlander. Brushed off snow and all was back to normal. Solar, filtered water...
Forum: Our Community 03-11-2016, 09:12 PM
Replies: 7,910
Views: 1,577,434
Posted By B_Boult
Palm Springs

I live in vancouver Canada and just got back from Palm Springs. Was on North Palm Canyon Dr. and W Via Lola having coffee at Ernest Coffee on the corner.
Then I noticed a Tradewind. Late 60's...
Forum: Interior Restoration Forum 03-11-2016, 08:35 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,308
Posted By B_Boult
well I have one missing screw on globe. But I...

well I have one missing screw on globe. But I snug the globe up well enough.
The mantles can be bought on Vintage trailer supply. You might need to change your burner nose to put on mantle. when...
Forum: Interior Restoration Forum 03-01-2016, 07:45 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,308
Posted By B_Boult
Always

Always
Forum: Interior Restoration Forum 03-01-2016, 01:21 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,308
Posted By B_Boult
Humphreys Lamp

Finally installed lamp and run gas line.

Lamp is easy to light and really quiet. Nice warm glow for the evening.

Used a solid mantle instead of tie on fabric one.

Excuse walls will get...
Forum: 1954 - 1959 Overlander 02-19-2016, 11:17 PM
Replies: 254
Views: 35,935
Posted By B_Boult
HAHA! If you knew how much your 57 restoration...

HAHA! If you knew how much your 57 restoration looks like my 55 restoration you would laugh too.
Looking at your wall sconce with the odd random wires in behind Knowing that it will all disappear...
Forum: Our Community 02-07-2016, 06:52 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,755
Posted By B_Boult
Artwork

update: artwork refurbished.
Forum: Full-Timing 11-25-2015, 01:42 PM
Replies: 116
Views: 16,683
Posted By B_Boult
I have been using one spray bottle with plain...

I have been using one spray bottle with plain water to do simple cleaning with after each use. Then I have another bottle of liquid that I found that is used for spraying inside the container. This...
Forum: Full-Timing 11-21-2015, 08:41 PM
Replies: 116
Views: 16,683
Posted By B_Boult
This is not a Joke! The whole composting toilet...

This is not a Joke!
The whole composting toilet conundrum/topic constantly surfaces. It is just another way of disposing of waste that most people are not comfortable with because they are not...
Forum: Wheels, Hubs & Bearings 10-29-2015, 11:37 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,112
Posted By B_Boult
interesting wheel and hubcap resources

couple of links to check out for wheel and hubcaps.
Old ford moon hubcaps similar to Airstream moons.

scroll down in this catalog and you will find early ford moon hubcaps...
Forum: Member Introductions 10-26-2015, 11:19 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,610
Posted By B_Boult
Hey Warren, I had replied to the message you...

Hey Warren,
I had replied to the message you sent me and it seemed like it didn't send so I kept replying so if you get a million replies I apologize.
Congrats on your Airstream purchase.
And I...
Forum: Roof 09-28-2015, 12:18 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 18,379
Posted By B_Boult
thanks Kevin

thanks Kevin
Forum: Roof 09-24-2015, 11:53 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 18,379
Posted By B_Boult
The Newport takes a small amount of solid fuel...

The Newport takes a small amount of solid fuel and are designed for wood, coal, BBQ charcoal. It is nice to have if you want a warm fire but for convenience a propane heater is less fuss. I have...
Forum: Roof 09-24-2015, 11:32 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 18,379
Posted By B_Boult
Nah $2- Canada. A loonie!

Nah $2- Canada. A loonie!
Forum: Roof 09-22-2015, 11:36 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 18,379
Posted By B_Boult
Thanks for commenting Maggie. I have been...

Thanks for commenting Maggie.
I have been running the wood stove for awhile and all is well and yes it is nice to turn lights out and just sit and enjoy the glow which relaxes me.


I should...
Forum: Roof 09-21-2015, 08:47 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 18,379
Posted By B_Boult
Flashing for Dickinson wood stove chimney

I have been designing a simpler flashing for a wood stove fire place chimney exiting an Airstream.
I always thought high heat silicone would work so I googled this and sure enough I noticed the...
Forum: Doors & Locks 12-30-2014, 09:14 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,082
Posted By B_Boult
Bargman L66

found this on my solo road trip last fall. Took the old Cowsnest Highway in British Columbia from Hope to Keremeus Then turned off up to the Okanagan and Kelowna. Out side of Keremeus Just before...
Forum: Airstream Registry Discussions 12-30-2014, 08:49 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 12,369
Posted By B_Boult
It is a day before new year. Airstream is 60...

It is a day before new year. Airstream is 60 miles away at the farm and cold like a refrigerator, waiting for all the parts I have purchased.
Will be done when it is done (I say as I reach for my...
Forum: Interior Restoration Forum 10-02-2014, 09:01 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,195
Posted By B_Boult
I took my furnace and wall out of my 1955. Most...

I took my furnace and wall out of my 1955. Most of what you are looking at is probably not going to be reused, so pulling it out in pieces is ok. The top of the walls and cabinetry is screwed into...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 09-28-2014, 12:57 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,107
Posted By B_Boult
OK update on converter. it does work. I...

OK update on converter.
it does work.
I decided to approach the whole problem after I cleaned up work space and bought a curcuit and voltage tester. I grounded everything properly organized and...
Forum: Airstream Registry Discussions 09-24-2014, 01:48 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 12,369
Posted By B_Boult
Update

replaced floor and insulation in the last few years. I did all this mostly by myself. I tend to work better that way. If I make a mistake no one knows.
Removing the inner skin ceiling and end caps...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 09-23-2014, 11:14 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,107
Posted By B_Boult
Hi I just bought a converter identical to the one...

Hi I just bought a converter identical to the one you have. I was excited to test it out but I get nothing.i spent hrs going over the installation and I have wired it correctly and I know the 120v AC...
Forum: Exterior Restoration Forum 04-10-2014, 01:35 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,055
Posted By B_Boult
Step cover 1955 Overlander

I have debated making this change but it is a fun concept that can be easily removed if I feel it doesn't work as I restore this 1955 Overlander.

The steps seem to be a place where water from road...
Forum: Exterior Restoration Forum 09-07-2013, 05:20 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,274
Posted By B_Boult
logo colours

Just finished restoring colours on artwork for 1955 Overlander. I had initially settled on a brighter blue then I noticed original blue traces left under rivets. It was quite dark compared to later...
Forum: Fun & Games 12-16-2012, 03:43 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,406
Posted By B_Boult
split between city and country work

restoration is slow. The Airstream is at a property I part own and I only get there, if lucky a few days each week. Just got back. It was cold and snowing and dark by 4:00. But hopefully I will be...
Forum: Our Community 10-09-2012, 07:23 PM
Replies: 2,095
Views: 445,958
Posted By B_Boult
Flicker find In Duncan BC Canada

If I had $2000-. Well I would be throwing it at my 1955 Overlander. Buying another Airstream sounds like fun but I just don't have the resources to start collecting Airstreams. But this one is cool....
Forum: On The Road... 09-21-2012, 02:52 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 6,664
Posted By B_Boult
Airstreams in Hub City and other shiny things on wheels

When I was a kid in the 60's up in Northern BC Canada (Prince George) we would always see a line of Airstreams passing through town. It was a town that had all major highways running through it (...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 09-21-2012, 02:26 AM
Replies: 169
Views: 12,441
Posted By B_Boult
Thought of another. Being interrupted when I...

Thought of another.

Being interrupted when I have a mouth full of food or when I am in the middle of a serious conversation at dinner and the server asks "how' everything tasting?" or "How's the...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 09-21-2012, 02:18 AM
Replies: 169
Views: 12,441
Posted By B_Boult
"Just sayin" if you say something rude...

"Just sayin"

if you say something rude followed by "Just sayin" then own it! Own What you say, say what you mean. Saying "Just sayin" is a cop out! Own it!
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 09-10-2012, 01:26 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,713
Posted By B_Boult
Dime, bow and PDX

my 1955 overlander was owned by a couple in Ontario Canada, has some old Canadian water decals on one window. But it had also been to Mexico on a safari in the early 60's so it has an odd running...
Forum: 1966-68 Caravel 08-30-2012, 07:56 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,150
Posted By B_Boult
66 Riviera

Rusting away in a farmers field.
Forum: Our Community 08-30-2012, 02:12 PM
Replies: 2,095
Views: 445,958
Posted By B_Boult
1949 Curtis Wrigth, Airstream like - $5500 (Issaquah)

1949 Curtis Wrigth, Airstream like (https://seattle.craigslist.org/see/rvs/3226395803.html)
Forum: Our Community 08-30-2012, 02:04 PM
Replies: 2,095
Views: 445,958
Posted By B_Boult
Airstream 67 caravel single axle - $7000 (Salmon Arm)

Airstream 67 caravel single axle (https://kelowna.en.craigslist.ca/rvs/3191292658.html)
Forum: Our Community 08-30-2012, 02:01 PM
Replies: 2,095
Views: 445,958
Posted By B_Boult
Airstream 69 18' needs tlc - $4000 (Salmon arm)

Salmon Arm BC Canada


Airstream 69 18' needs tlc (https://kamloops.en.craigslist.ca/rvs/3186789342.html)
Forum: Our Community 08-30-2012, 01:54 PM
Replies: 2,095
Views: 445,958
Posted By B_Boult
Prince George BC Canada

Airstream - $3000 (Prince George, BC)



Airstream on craigslist (https://princegeorge.en.craigslist.ca/bar/3205713062.html)
Forum: Our Community 08-29-2012, 09:04 PM
Replies: 2,095
Views: 445,958
Posted By B_Boult
68 airstream parts

this guy has had these parts for sale for quite awhile.

Just outside of Vancouver Canada

Aistream Parts 1968 (https://vancouver.en.craigslist.ca/rds/rvs/3172743538.html)
Forum: Our Community 08-01-2012, 10:55 PM
Replies: 7,910
Views: 1,577,434
Posted By B_Boult
Vancouver

I posted a few days ago saying I don't see many Airstreams in Canada. Well I was wrong. I was visiting my Gallery today on Granville St. In Vancouver and turned around just in time to see a newer...
Forum: Our Community 07-30-2012, 12:45 AM
Replies: 7,910
Views: 1,577,434
Posted By B_Boult
3 sightings in BC Canada

I have a farm In Deroche BC Canada and was walking back from the General Store in the Village, was hot, needed ice cream. The Village is located on Highway 7 (Lougheed Highway) and and a late 70's...
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