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Forum: Vintage Kin 11-02-2022, 07:58 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,273
Posted By PLVMB
My Curtis Wright has a direct connection to...

My Curtis Wright has a direct connection to Airstream. Wally designed it!!!
Forum: Airstream Classifieds 09-27-2022, 08:07 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 451
Posted By PLVMB
Call me John 323-333-5081 sent money today

Call me John 323-333-5081 sent money today
Forum: Vintage Kin 10-10-2021, 09:54 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 732
Posted By PLVMB
Found another Curtis Wright

Hi Everyone, I just found another Curtis Wright. This one is a 47 not as nice as the 48 I have but I'll get a new frame under it and start on the shell. I will probably replace it all. I have already...
Forum: Vintage Kin 08-21-2021, 08:14 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,273
Posted By PLVMB
My Curtis wright was actually designed by Wally.

My Curtis wright was actually designed by Wally.
Forum: Trailwind 08-12-2021, 02:20 AM
Replies: 288
Views: 61,268
Posted By PLVMB
Looks great

Looks great
Forum: Trailwind 06-15-2021, 07:45 AM
Replies: 288
Views: 61,268
Posted By PLVMB
fridge looks GREAT

fridge looks GREAT
Forum: Vintage Kin 12-12-2020, 09:33 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 7,739
Posted By PLVMB
I have modified jaws for the Lancaster machines....

I have modified jaws for the Lancaster machines. I also have an Erco kick shrinker with different dies for different materials
Forum: Trailwind 12-12-2020, 09:26 AM
Replies: 288
Views: 61,268
Posted By PLVMB
The hinges can be made by a hinge company problem...

The hinges can be made by a hinge company problem s the quantity you have to have made. I've researched and found a couple companies
Forum: Trailwind 11-25-2020, 07:10 AM
Replies: 288
Views: 61,268
Posted By PLVMB
Looks great I would have swapped the door also.

Looks great I would have swapped the door also.
Forum: Vintage Kin 11-02-2020, 04:45 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,326
Posted By PLVMB
what happened to the clipper?

what happened to the clipper?
Forum: Vintage Kin 11-02-2020, 04:41 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,065
Posted By PLVMB
aluminum shortage they used galvanized for...

aluminum shortage they used galvanized for interior walls not the inner caps though
Forum: Trailwind 10-29-2020, 05:28 AM
Replies: 288
Views: 61,268
Posted By PLVMB
looks great stu

looks great stu
Forum: Vintage Kin 10-28-2020, 05:02 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 7,739
Posted By PLVMB
shrinker and stretcher for the interior window...

shrinker and stretcher for the interior window trim
Forum: Vintage Kin 10-27-2020, 06:11 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 7,739
Posted By PLVMB
well Ive put a very basic interior in

well Ive put a very basic interior in
Forum: Vintage Kin 09-02-2020, 07:32 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 7,739
Posted By PLVMB
Waiting on the flooring started the interior...

Waiting on the flooring started the interior cabinets
Forum: Vintage Kin 08-24-2020, 11:34 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 7,739
Posted By PLVMB
Hi Everyone, Update got a door built and the...

Hi Everyone, Update got a door built and the interior is cut and ready to install. I have made a couple cabinets to
Forum: Vintage Kin 07-08-2020, 10:06 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 7,739
Posted By PLVMB
Hi Everyone, sorry for the delay with updates. We...

Hi Everyone, sorry for the delay with updates. We have got the inner caps in place. starting the interior today. We also built and hung the door!!!
Forum: Vintage Kin 03-27-2020, 10:01 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 7,739
Posted By PLVMB
inner caps

inner caps
Forum: Vintage Kin 03-27-2020, 09:59 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 7,739
Posted By PLVMB
I made front and rear exterior and interior trim

I made front and rear exterior and interior trim
Forum: Vintage Kin 03-27-2020, 06:51 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 15,113
Posted By PLVMB
yes it was killed off by a moderator because I...

yes it was killed off by a moderator because I mentioned for sale. That was literally step by step Ill never take the time to do that again. There was a ton of information in that thread
Forum: Vintage Kin 03-27-2020, 06:28 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 7,739
Posted By PLVMB
Im Building a Travel trailer

Hi everyone, Over the years Ive repaired quite a few SS clippers including new frames entire reskins from front to back.

I had a crazy idea years ago to build one so I have. I made a jig and went...
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 10-09-2019, 07:17 AM
Replies: 282
Views: 78,468
Posted By PLVMB
These are the bees knees

These are the bees knees
Forum: Vintage Kin 10-06-2019, 07:37 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 12,713
Posted By PLVMB
So sorry for not updating everyone sooner Curtis...

So sorry for not updating everyone sooner Curtis now has a new frame, new barkcloth upholstery, new flooring and electrical I still need to do the propane and plumbing
Forum: Vintage Kin 07-23-2019, 10:50 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 11,909
Posted By PLVMB
looks great good job

looks great good job
Forum: Vintage Kin 07-08-2019, 01:44 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 11,909
Posted By PLVMB
looks great

looks great
Forum: Vintage Kin 05-06-2019, 08:18 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 12,713
Posted By PLVMB
Hi Everyone, Sorry it's been so long I have...

Hi Everyone, Sorry it's been so long I have discovered a smart phone and instagram.
I have remade a new pipe frame for Curtis resealed the windows and am now about to buy flooring and put his...
Forum: Vintage Kin 03-03-2019, 06:44 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,326
Posted By PLVMB
What ever happened with the clipper?

What ever happened with the clipper?
Forum: Vintage Kin 02-22-2019, 06:02 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 11,909
Posted By PLVMB
Glad the tube straightened back out Heat is good...

Glad the tube straightened back out Heat is good sometimes. Really great job on the jack and coupler I notice you dinged the tube. It looks factory.
Forum: Vintage Kin 02-19-2019, 08:13 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 11,909
Posted By PLVMB
this looks great

this looks great
Forum: Vintage Kin 01-19-2019, 09:48 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,500
Posted By PLVMB
I will post a picture later of Curtis and his...

I will post a picture later of Curtis and his jack screw and wheel set up
Forum: Vintage Kin 12-10-2018, 06:29 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 12,713
Posted By PLVMB
Hi Everyone, I thought I would update everyone on...

Hi Everyone, I thought I would update everyone on Curtis. I have pulled all the windows and installed new gaskets then riveted them back with solid rivets, Because I am mental and wanted it done...
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 09-27-2018, 08:46 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 47,149
Posted By PLVMB
TEXAS patch cut by hand

TEXAS patch cut by hand
Forum: Vintage Kin 09-27-2018, 08:42 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,326
Posted By PLVMB
2334 serial is 1952 yours is close to that

2334 serial is 1952 yours is close to that
Forum: Vintage Kin 09-27-2018, 08:39 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 12,713
Posted By PLVMB
I have pulled the windows out of Curtis to put...

I have pulled the windows out of Curtis to put new back frame seal and new glass seal. I am going very slow with Curtis. Part of me regrets pulling his windows he is not original anymore, However he...
Forum: Vintage Kin 09-19-2018, 10:26 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,326
Posted By PLVMB
its for sure a silver streak have worked on a...

its for sure a silver streak have worked on a bunch of them, However Ive never seen a double door. I'm sure both doors were hung at the factory. I recently resigned this clipper its coming back for...
Forum: Vintage Kin 09-15-2018, 11:52 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,326
Posted By PLVMB
can you show me the interior and around the...

can you show me the interior and around the windows the hitch to. John
Forum: Vintage Kin 09-08-2018, 08:03 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 12,713
Posted By PLVMB
Hi everyone, I just finished another silver...

Hi everyone, I just finished another silver streak clipper. I had just enough brass screen left to redo the vents on Curtis.
Forum: Vintage Kin 09-06-2018, 06:19 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 9,053
Posted By PLVMB
I went with 1/4 and formed it to the shapoe of...

I went with 1/4 and formed it to the shapoe of the trailer. The one I just did drove out to burnngman and back with no issues. I have had 1/8 blow out while on the road once in a spartan
Forum: Vintage Kin 09-04-2018, 07:43 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 9,053
Posted By PLVMB
What thickness did you use?

What thickness did you use?
Forum: Vintage Kin 09-04-2018, 05:36 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 9,053
Posted By PLVMB
I had a set of windows formed for a clipper I...

I had a set of windows formed for a clipper I recently worked on it came ut well. I have the form and template. I used 1/4 inch thick poly
Forum: Vintage Kin 06-20-2018, 08:26 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 9,053
Posted By PLVMB
I think the poly will need to be bent. The trim...

I think the poly will need to be bent. The trim on the inside helps create the shape of the trailer
Forum: Vintage Kin 06-18-2018, 07:55 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 9,053
Posted By PLVMB
the plywood in the channel

the plywood in the channel
Forum: Vintage Kin 06-18-2018, 07:50 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 9,053
Posted By PLVMB
I have replaced at least six sets front and rear....

I have replaced at least six sets front and rear. The plywood is definitely nailed to the skin. I use window and vent tape between the trim and plexiglass. I have had no issues with leaks on any of...
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 06-12-2018, 07:39 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 47,149
Posted By PLVMB
I worked on a silver streak clipper with...

I worked on a silver streak clipper with corrosion. hey were from TEXAS so we put the shape of Texas on
Forum: Vintage Kin 05-29-2018, 09:22 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 12,713
Posted By PLVMB
Hi Everyone, I have been blown away by what has...

Hi Everyone, I have been blown away by what has been inside Curtis everything from a Christmas gift from 1955 a foldable trout net, unused first aid kits from the 40's, clothing, coveralls from 1948,...
Forum: Vintage Kin 05-27-2018, 06:48 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 12,713
Posted By PLVMB
I had to stop and get the Family a Thank You...

I had to stop and get the Family a Thank You card. I wanted the sister and other brother to be able to stay in touch and visit Curtis. Gary the one storing Curtis is the youngest 67 Curtis was in the...
Forum: Vintage Kin 05-27-2018, 06:30 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 12,713
Posted By PLVMB
"Curtis watch the Stop Sign, Did you remember...

"Curtis watch the Stop Sign, Did you remember everything Curtis?"
Forum: Vintage Kin 05-27-2018, 06:22 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 12,713
Posted By PLVMB
Almost there Curtis

Almost there Curtis
Forum: Vintage Kin 05-27-2018, 06:21 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 12,713
Posted By PLVMB
Hi Everyone, Saturday I went back to pull Curtis...

Hi Everyone, Saturday I went back to pull Curtis out of the yard. I thought it would take a few hours it turned into 61/2 hours moving a few inches at a time. First thing I did was check the tires...
Forum: Vintage Kin 05-25-2018, 10:50 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 12,713
Posted By PLVMB
Curtis saw Daylight for the first time since 1965...

Curtis saw Daylight for the first time since 1965 when he went on his last trip to the lake. There is a tree straight ahead they pushed Curtis in with a tow dolly. There is a wheel for the rear so it...
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