Restoring a Dream offers a unique twist on a restoration tale. Tim
tells his personal restoration story from tent camping in the
California redwoods to rebuilding two vintage Airstreams. Follow
Tim as he decides to sell his 1971 vintage Airstream and purchase a
new larger trailer. Learn what changes his mind against buying a
new trailer and why he purchases one that is even older Tim
explains what to look out for when 'going vintage', how to choose
the right vintage trailer, and how to inspect it to avoid costly
mistakes. Ride along as he heads out on a 2400 mile 'recovery
mission' to pick up his 46 year-old trailer, and find out how a
year-long restoration takes a vintage Airstream from a nightmare
condition to a restored dream. Restoring a Dream teaches you how to
buy an Airstream covering the necessary steps in Choosing,
Inspecting, Recovering, and Restoring your vintage Airstream.
Choosing - How to avoid the "Polished Turd," Search by Era, Where
to find it?, What should it cost? Inspecting - The Semi-Monocoque
Design, They ALL leak, Evaluating skin condition, Inspecting
appliances, Learn about axles. Recovering - Prepping for the pick
up, Getting it roadworthy, Bringing the trailer home. Restoring -
Restoration planning, Types of restorations, Common problems,
Documenting your work, Getting started, Frame issues, Subfloor
repairs, Weatherproofing, Wiring and woodwork, Plumbing and tanks,
Replacing appliances, How to polish and much more
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