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Forum: Vintage Kin 09-27-2017, 05:23 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,718
Posted By Travelux 20
If I were you I'd take pictures of it and post it...

If I were you I'd take pictures of it and post it on Tin Can Tourists' Facebook page. There are very knowledgeable people on there and they see many different kinds of trailers. No one can give you...
Forum: Vintage Kin 09-07-2017, 06:15 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,703
Posted By Travelux 20
Welcome!

A very nice 72 you've got there! We have a 20' 1973 that you can see if you look under "Travelux20" We bought it about 4 yrs ago in Belleville, Ontario and have been working on it ever since. I'm...
Forum: Vintage Kin 06-12-2017, 07:37 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,466
Posted By Travelux 20
Hi, I have no advice for you other than...

Hi,
I have no advice for you other than what's already been provided except to suggest going to the Tin Can Tourists Facebook page and joining. It's a very active site and more than a few Boles...
Forum: Vintage Kin 02-07-2017, 06:21 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 12,925
Posted By Travelux 20
Hi, If you read back on other Travelux...

Hi,
If you read back on other Travelux postings someone gives the history of the company. In my research I believe I found that the company began around 1968 so your trailer was one of the 1st....
Forum: Vintage Kin 01-18-2017, 07:35 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 22,833
Posted By Travelux 20
Hi Juliec, We also got ours in Ontario...

Hi Juliec,

We also got ours in Ontario where it was used as a bathhouse on the shores of Lake Ontario for a few years. We're in NY. We had the original reg papers but the sticker with the...
Forum: Vintage Kin 01-11-2017, 07:00 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 22,833
Posted By Travelux 20
Hi Juliec, I'm glad to see another smaller...

Hi Juliec,
I'm glad to see another smaller Travelux owner. Mine is a 20', built in 1973. If you look through the vintage forums here, you'll find at least one other 18' owner. As to the weight,...
Forum: Vintage Kin 10-04-2016, 05:58 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,938
Posted By Travelux 20
Well we've done a few more things to our trailer....

Well we've done a few more things to our trailer. We keep plugging away at it. We still haven't gotten the kitchen done but it is the last thing to be done. We put in new end panels and the bathroom,...
Forum: Vintage Kin 10-03-2016, 05:45 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 22,833
Posted By Travelux 20
Travelux interiors

Hi 1972 Travelux, I just wanted to point you towards some interior pics that are shown on Tin Can Tourist's site and show you our original interior (long gone due to rot) Our trailer is a lot...
Forum: Vintage Kin 08-12-2016, 07:36 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 971
Posted By Travelux 20
You might want to post on this active Facebook...

You might want to post on this active Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/NewEnglandandBeyondVintageCampers/
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 07-13-2016, 05:07 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,869
Posted By Travelux 20
Hi JJA, I just subscribed to your blog and look...

Hi JJA, I just subscribed to your blog and look forward to seeing more of your restoration. We're restoring a 20' Travelux and also used the Wacky Wood to make curved dinettes. We covered ours in...
Forum: Vintage Kin 07-03-2016, 04:43 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,021
Posted By Travelux 20
24' is a great size! We also were surprised by...

24' is a great size! We also were surprised by just how rotted our floor was and the frame was rotted in some areas too. My only advice is to save the various components that you haul out to use as...
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 03-30-2016, 06:34 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,388
Posted By Travelux 20
Thank you Hittenstiehl. We spent a lot of time...

Thank you Hittenstiehl. We spent a lot of time figuring out the interior configuration that would work for us with the limitations we had (vents and windows) Originally there was a couch where we put...
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 03-28-2016, 04:09 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,388
Posted By Travelux 20
Custom Dinette

Our Travelux is only 20 feet but we were able to put a almost queen size dinette in the front. It is more narrow at the feet but still comfortable for two. We put a single dinette on the side as well...
Forum: Vintage Kin 01-13-2016, 07:30 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 22,833
Posted By Travelux 20
My vinyl covering was missing when we bought the...

My vinyl covering was missing when we bought the trailer but the hinge was blue as well as the hitch/frame and we had a honking double bumper. The rubber(?) rock guards were deteriorated and sun...
Forum: Vintage Kin 01-11-2016, 06:52 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 22,833
Posted By Travelux 20
What a amazing collection! Thank you so much for...

What a amazing collection! Thank you so much for taking the time to put this information online. We've owned a 20' 1973 Travelux for the past 3 years, slowly redoing it and it is a wonderful trailer....
Forum: Vintage Kin 12-23-2015, 04:31 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 23,325
Posted By Travelux 20
Hey Traveluxkid! As the owner of a 1973 20'...

Hey Traveluxkid! As the owner of a 1973 20' Travelux, I'd be interested in seeing the items you might have. I've been on the hunt for one of the glossy brochures.People are very interested in my...
Forum: Vintage Kin 09-30-2015, 06:51 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 12,925
Posted By Travelux 20
Vin Stickers

I went searching for the ads for Travelux trailers that recently sold (one looks alot like my 20') and found this ad for stickers. Interesting that the poster is in Belleville which is where I picked...
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 09-24-2015, 03:13 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,597
Posted By Travelux 20
Here's the real linoleum that we're using in our...

Here's the real linoleum that we're using in our trailer. We have it in our home's kitchen on the floor and as a counter top. Love it.
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 09-24-2015, 03:07 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 9,754
Posted By Travelux 20
We haven't installed any cabinets yet but when we...

We haven't installed any cabinets yet but when we do we will be using real Linoleum in the same pattern as our tables,which are done.
Forum: Vintage Kin 06-18-2015, 06:32 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,938
Posted By Travelux 20
1973 Travelux restoration

I just wanted to show everyone the two dinettes that we're putting in our 20' Travelux. We took out the side couch that was extremely uncomfortable and decided to go with two dinettes. The thinking...
Forum: Vintage Kin 06-11-2015, 05:08 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,893
Posted By Travelux 20
Yes, definitely post more pictures! We're headed...

Yes, definitely post more pictures! We're headed up to Nova Scotia with our Travelux in August. We have a old bumper sticker stating the fact that the trailer was up to Baddeck before so we thought...
Forum: Vintage Kin 06-09-2015, 05:49 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,893
Posted By Travelux 20
Welcome to the forums. We have been restoring a...

Welcome to the forums. We have been restoring a 1973 Travelux 20' for the last 2 years. You'll find the forums very helpful in your restoration. We are now at the point of finishing the interior up...
Forum: Vintage Kin 05-16-2015, 06:12 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,846
Posted By Travelux 20
We're putting a 1973 Travelux back together and...

We're putting a 1973 Travelux back together and have found most of the parts we needed from rivets to lighting at Vintage Trailer Supply. They are based in Vermont but do have a website. Anything...
Forum: Member Introductions 05-04-2015, 08:52 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 678
Posted By Travelux 20
Hi Gerhardt, Travelux had the VIN # on a sticker...

Hi Gerhardt, Travelux had the VIN # on a sticker next to the door. Mine is gone and we could not find it anywhere else on the trailer but others have told me that it could be found posted inside a...
Forum: Vintage Kin 04-30-2015, 05:05 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 934
Posted By Travelux 20
Streamline

Will a Silver Streak with wraparound windows do? I found a couple in your region by using Search tempest 1977 Silver Streak Saturn Continental Supreme (Classic travel trailer...
Forum: Vintage Kin 01-14-2015, 01:52 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 43,027
Posted By Travelux 20
Well here's something you Avion owners might get...

Well here's something you Avion owners might get a kick out of. It's a Travelux, built in Canada by 2 people who had previously worked for Avion. It has a 5" frame and came with storm windows for...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 12-08-2014, 03:50 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,627
Posted By Travelux 20
We put new Armstrong Linoleum (the real stuff,...

We put new Armstrong Linoleum (the real stuff, not laminate) in our trailer. We have it in our home's kitchen too and it is great! It's hard wearing and easy to maintain. I imagine it is lighter in...
Forum: Vintage Kin 10-12-2014, 09:47 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,091
Posted By Travelux 20
New floor in the Travelux!

Slowly but surely, we're putting the trailer back together. Today the new linoleum was installed. We wanted something to hide the dirt and something neutral. I like that it does have some blue mixed...
Forum: Upholstery, Blinds, Walls & Interior Finishes 09-11-2014, 05:15 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,249
Posted By Travelux 20
I had to strip my vinyl in my 73 Travelux as it...

I had to strip my vinyl in my 73 Travelux as it was pulling away from the rivets and no longer adhering to some of the curves. It was a nasty job and I wish I didn't have to do it. The vinyl on the...
Forum: Vintage Kin 09-10-2014, 05:25 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,092
Posted By Travelux 20
Thanks, we just had our shakedown trip to Durant...

Thanks, we just had our shakedown trip to Durant Lake in the Adirondacks. All went very well. We're headed to Cape Cod this coming week!
Forum: Vintage Kin 09-10-2014, 05:10 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,264
Posted By Travelux 20
Yes, I have that one. Thank you. I'm looking for...

Yes, I have that one. Thank you. I'm looking for the color 10 page (or so) brochure.
Forum: Vintage Kin 08-31-2014, 08:36 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,092
Posted By Travelux 20
Travelux almost there

Here's my 20' 1973 Travelux that we've been working on for the last 5 months,every weekend and hoilday. It is still empty inside but we installed our Anderson Hitch this weekend, put in the plexi...
Forum: Vintage Kin 08-28-2014, 05:41 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 12,925
Posted By Travelux 20
Travelux VIN

In my research, the first # in the VIN indicates the country where the trailer/vehicle was built. Canada's # is 2. It doesn't have anything to do with the trailer size.
Forum: Vintage Kin 08-23-2014, 04:54 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 12,925
Posted By Travelux 20
Travelux VIN

Thank you for the responses. We never did find the VIN anywhere on the trailer /frame. I believe it was on a sticker that originally was outside, to the right of the door. I can see the ghost of...
Forum: Vintage Kin 08-15-2014, 09:47 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,264
Posted By Travelux 20
Travelux Trailer Brochure

To all my fellow Travelux owners. I am searching for a brochure for these trailers. I almost had one on Ebay but it got away from me at the last minute. I'm willing to pay for an original or color...
Forum: Vintage Kin 06-03-2014, 01:25 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 992
Posted By Travelux 20
Avion A/C

You might want to join the Avion Facebook group. They are active over there and someone might be able to help https://www.facebook.com/groups/avion.owners/
Forum: Interior Restoration Forum 05-11-2014, 03:25 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,154
Posted By Travelux 20
Our Travelux is gutted right now but we plan on...

Our Travelux is gutted right now but we plan on putting in real Linoleum. I have it in my home's kitchen and I love it. With the buckling, yes, I've seen it. A few years ago we went to Norwich NY to...
Forum: General Appliance Topics 05-08-2014, 02:00 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,584
Posted By Travelux 20
We just pulled out the appliances from our 1973...

We just pulled out the appliances from our 1973 Travelux. Mud dubbers and wasps had made a mess of them and the fridge was iffy. I love vintage (using a 1951 Tappan gas stove in my kitchen right now)...
Forum: Vintage Kin 05-04-2014, 06:45 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 23,211
Posted By Travelux 20
Alexdubs, I sent you a PM a few weeks ago about...

Alexdubs, I sent you a PM a few weeks ago about the Travelux brochure that you have. I hope that it went through. We are just finishing up on applying POR 15 to the frame. Initially my husband was...
Forum: Vintage Kin 05-02-2014, 04:51 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,626
Posted By Travelux 20
Jalousie window

Thanks for the response. The window has no markings at all. No name or numbers. I've contacted Vintage Trailer Supply in Vermont but without any ID they can't help much.
Forum: Vintage Kin 04-22-2014, 12:33 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,626
Posted By Travelux 20
Travelux jalousie window parts

Hi, We're restoring our 20' Travelux and have a broken window part. It's the glass holder. I've tried various places and thought I'd ask other Travelux owners if they know of a source. Thanks
Forum: Vintage Kin 04-07-2014, 05:54 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 7,949
Posted By Travelux 20
Alexdubs, That brochure is a great resource! It...

Alexdubs, That brochure is a great resource! It has a 20' er just like mine on the front page. Would you consider getting it copied at a copy center (at my cost) and sending me the copy? (also at my...
Forum: Vintage Kin 09-12-2013, 12:33 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 8,280
Posted By Travelux 20
My 20'er appears as if they used plasticoat on...

My 20'er appears as if they used plasticoat on only some of the panels. It's kind of weird like they got to the end of the production line and substituted one kind of panel for the other. Now I have...
Forum: Vintage Kin 08-25-2013, 01:38 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 48,850
Posted By Travelux 20
Hi , I spoke to you before about Travelux...

Hi , I spoke to you before about Travelux trailers.I have a 20 ft one and need to find the VIN # somewhere on the trailer. I know there is supposed to be a sticker next to the door with that...
Forum: Vintage Kin 08-11-2013, 06:32 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 12,925
Posted By Travelux 20
Travelux VIN #

We have a 20 ft 1973 Travelux that we brought down to NY from Canada. Before I can register it I need to find the VIN # on the trailer. I know there was a sticker to the right of the door that posted...
Forum: Member Introductions 04-29-2013, 03:58 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,513
Posted By Travelux 20
Thanks! It needs a few things like a new floor....

Thanks! It needs a few things like a new floor. The PO put in a nice Allure floor but it is too heavy so that has to go. The 12 volt system is dead, it needs a new bumper (again,to lower the weight)...
Forum: Member Introductions 04-28-2013, 12:47 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,513
Posted By Travelux 20
Congrats!

Very nice Travelux! We bought a 1973 Travelux 20' this past October and brought it home to NY. It tows beautifully and we're slowly fixing it up. Here it is before we bought it.184413

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