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[VAC] plywood floor & curved windows
Hello, I am new to this discussion group and airstreams. I have recently
acquired a 1948 wee wind. Well, I should say the "shell" of a wee wind with
a rotten floor and missing window panes. My friends & family think I should
be committed to an asylum but I just couldn't resist. She is so beautiful.
So, I have quite a few starter questions.
So, would anyone like to tell me the best way to replace the entire plywood
floor??? Body-off??? If body-off, how would I take the body off???
And then, if anyone knows what is the best/cost efficient material to replace
the end curved window panes and side window panes with ...that would be of
great help also.
I am somewhat handy with a jigsaw and makita for a girl but when it comes to
the running gear and mechanical units, I am still in the dark ...but with the
hopes of becoming literate. So, any recommendations on what type of heater/
battery/ electrical/ refrigerator/ kitchen/ etc I should be planning for are
all welcome suggestions. I don't even know what the original layout of this
model was.
Are any books or publications that I should purchase to guide me through this
undertaking?
PS. I hope I am using this discussion group correctly. In case I am not
responding in a timely manner, I am also not computer literate.
Beth B. in Venice
BBPOPCULT@aol.com