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Forum: 1959-69 Tradewind 11-22-2018, 07:39 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 17,733
Posted By dbj216
Nice looking renovation. You've worked hard on...

Nice looking renovation. You've worked hard on your trailer. Lots of great interior design ideas in your 69 Trade Wind. It is a very open layout. And now you are in Texas for the winter months. ...
Forum: 1959-69 Tradewind 10-11-2018, 07:30 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 17,733
Posted By dbj216
My son's 69 Globetrotter shattered a wing window...

My son's 69 Globetrotter shattered a wing window all by itself, maybe due to thermoshock in the Colorado sun, maybe due to stresses in the body. Anyway, it was shattered in the driveway.

He made...
Forum: 1959-69 Tradewind 05-28-2018, 07:06 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 17,733
Posted By dbj216
If I could only explain how many hours it took to...

If I could only explain how many hours it took to verify wiring, reskin the interior of your trailer, then prep and paint. You really did get after it.

You MIGHT get done by the first of August...
Forum: 1959-69 Tradewind 03-27-2018, 08:10 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 17,733
Posted By dbj216
Thanks for the update. I wonder how many times...

Thanks for the update. I wonder how many times I've had to "rework" something because of lack of planning. Your post proves I'm just a normal guy.

I put a Colorado patch on my son's...
Forum: 1959-69 Tradewind 12-04-2017, 05:46 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 17,733
Posted By dbj216
FRP was easy for an old guy to work with. It is...

FRP was easy for an old guy to work with. It is a common material in shower walls in ready made shower stalls. I got three sheets at the local big box store at about $50 a sheet. But new, modern...
Forum: 1959-69 Tradewind 12-01-2017, 06:14 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 17,733
Posted By dbj216
You won't like it, but I used white FRP for my...

You won't like it, but I used white FRP for my shower walls. FRP was designed for showers. And it flexed well around the spherical walls of the rear bath.

David
Forum: 1959-69 Tradewind 11-29-2017, 06:23 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 17,733
Posted By dbj216
There is nothing better than heated garage space...

There is nothing better than heated garage space for your trailer during the long Minnesota winter. I used to rent some space there. Now I have my own space. I count my blessings.

Thanks for...
Forum: 1959-69 Tradewind 10-20-2017, 06:38 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 17,733
Posted By dbj216
Okay, I understand the full time desire. We have...

Okay, I understand the full time desire. We have a saying here on the Forums, your trailer, your rules. I'll admire anything you folks decide to do.

But hey, don't full time in your Trade Wind...
Forum: 1959-69 Tradewind 10-19-2017, 06:12 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 17,733
Posted By dbj216
I got an idea; forget the shower part. Who...

I got an idea; forget the shower part. Who needs a shower anyway? A total waste of clean water. Think "Navy shower". When I lived in Minnesota, I would just take a dip in the lake after a long...
Forum: 1959-69 Tradewind 10-18-2017, 06:27 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 17,733
Posted By dbj216
Hello GTG in Minnesota: You did it! You have...

Hello GTG in Minnesota: You did it! You have essentially a new frame with the shell back on. Getting it sealed up before winter is important. Maybe you have a heated garage for the winter's work?...
Forum: 1959-69 Tradewind 08-08-2017, 06:27 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 17,733
Posted By dbj216
Hi GTG: I figured you were working hard on your...

Hi GTG: I figured you were working hard on your trailer before winter sets in, which won't be long in Minnesota.

Hey, I'm sure you checked this. Do your new wheel wells have the necessary...
Forum: 1959-69 Tradewind 07-17-2017, 06:41 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 17,733
Posted By dbj216
Hi toaster: Your new propane lines should be run...

Hi toaster: Your new propane lines should be run below the belly pan with a copper tube vertical through the belly pan, through the insulation, and then through the subfloor as close to the...
Forum: 1959-69 Tradewind 07-14-2017, 06:17 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 17,733
Posted By dbj216
Thanks for the update. Keep the project going. ...

Thanks for the update. Keep the project going. My son has a 69 Globetrotter. I wonder if 69 was the first year of the funny top hing and the awkward opening levers. I find the window hard to open...
Forum: 1959-69 Tradewind 06-28-2017, 07:18 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 17,733
Posted By dbj216
I'm with your other half, or may I add better...

I'm with your other half, or may I add better half. I always considered a composting toilet a litter box for humans. Scratch, scratch, scratch.

Looks like you're going to have a good frame...
Forum: 1959-69 Tradewind 06-22-2017, 03:55 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 17,733
Posted By dbj216
I've used the rigid foam insulation with good...

I've used the rigid foam insulation with good success. I like the fact that it doesn't hold water. It is harder to install as there are a lot of cavities in our Airstream frames.

David
Forum: 1959-69 Tradewind 06-18-2017, 06:37 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 17,733
Posted By dbj216
Hi Slats: been a while. I have family in KC...

Hi Slats: been a while. I have family in KC since 71. It seems like home to me. It is a very nice city. Airparts has been a great aluminum supplier for me too.

gotoastergo: Slats is being...
Forum: 1959-69 Tradewind 06-17-2017, 06:12 AM
Replies: 115
Views: 17,733
Posted By dbj216
You have a very realistic appraisal of the cost...

You have a very realistic appraisal of the cost of your Airstream renovation into the trailer you want. My Trade Wind was appraised at $18,500 for "agreed value" insurance coverage. Why? Because I...
Forum: 1959-69 Tradewind 06-17-2017, 05:57 AM
Replies: 115
Views: 17,733
Posted By dbj216
Good Morning Toaster: TennTex mentions wavy...

Good Morning Toaster: TennTex mentions wavy install using the thinner .025 material. Yep, he is right, especially working on your back. I went side to side as I didn't have a way to hold big...
Forum: 1959-69 Tradewind 06-15-2017, 06:34 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 17,733
Posted By dbj216
By the way, I want to mention the folks at...

By the way, I want to mention the folks at Airparts treated me very well with the aluminum orders I wanted. I recommend them as a good source for Airstream aluminum.

And I have an error in my...
Forum: 1959-69 Tradewind 06-15-2017, 05:56 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 17,733
Posted By dbj216
gotoastergo: I've done three belly pans and I'm...

gotoastergo: I've done three belly pans and I'm willing to do a fourth. I did mine laying on my back under the trailer. I vowed never again, but I'm over that now.

Since you have the shell...
Forum: 1959-69 Tradewind 06-13-2017, 06:00 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 17,733
Posted By dbj216
gotoastergo: What ever made you want to get into...

gotoastergo: What ever made you want to get into the vintage Airstream hobby? Glutton for punishment I presume. You are making very good progress on your 69 Trade Wind. You are experiencing all...
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