Hello All,
I have just gotten my hands on a 19 foot 1953 Airstream. Currently I am
deciding if I should buy it and restore it. It has sat for the last few
years and is currently in need of repairs. I have found some floor rot by
the door and it does look like the shell is dropping as in a couple of
spaces I see the frame cutting through at the bottom edge.
I have restore an old pop up and built my own addition to my house so I
have the skills. I have check the FAQ at the vintage web site so I have a
few ideas of what to look for. Here are a couple of my questions.
With the main problems I just listed what do you consider it worth. My the
way it has all the original appliances and beds inside. Some of the
outside decals have been looted by others while it sat. Last time it was
used the owner said the propane worked. Sat for at least two years.
What other problems should I be looking for?
There are two pipes that sit in front of the tires what are they for?
If we decide to restore I'll be sure to ask plenty of question on this list.
Anything that I should read up on?
Chris