Re: [VACList] Question about 1948 Airstream

["Liz Wright" <lizzysue@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

Hi Tuna,

We are located in Colorado Springs, CO. Wow! Sounds like we've got our work 
cut out for us, eh? Had no idea about the suspension, but am hoping that 
once we get down into the flooring that we find not much needs to be 
replaced (crossing my fingers!). The trailer had been used as a hunting 
trailer for many years (can also be judged be the kerosene lamps through out 
the trailer), and then bought by a woman in Pueblo who then had it just sit 
on her property. In '97 the heater I suppose exploded and the fire 
extinquished itself, but not before causing damamge to the wall that was 
supporting it, as well as the closets and upper cabinets above the sink (the 
heater was placed dangerously close to the fold out couch they had added - 
we will probably just take it out all together). All of that will need 
replacing, but we were happy to find that the charcoal ceiling near where 
the heater is (was) comes clean with 409 and/or oven cleaner (I've heard 
natures orange works wonders as well).

This has been our American dream for a long time, and although it will be an 
on going and long process, I keep thinking of the results and that keeps us 
going (gosh, and we've only put about 6 hours into it so far!)

Have no pictures yet, but will post as soon as I get my film developed in my 
camera (took many before and after sweeping/cleaning pics).

Take care! And I'd love to see your '48 Trailwind if you by chance had any 
pictures to post :)

Best regards,
Liz