Re: [VAL] Airstream Trailer Question

[Rick Kunath <k9ao@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

My '60 Tradewind has the jalousie windows forward of the door and has a couch 
across the center.

As to the door hinges, my trailer has the door opening towards the rear of the 
trailer, necessary because of the placement of the louvered windows forward 
of the door. It was my understanding that in the old days, caravanners 
requested a forward opening door whenever possible because then, should the 
door come open unexpectedly during travel, it wouldn't slam toward the rear 
of the trailer and damage the hinges. The wind of movement would keep the 
door against the trailer body. I believe that Wally made this change whenever 
possible after that meeting when the request was made. 

I don't know what the current policy is. Maybe latches are a lot better these 
days?

Rick Kunath 
WBCCI #3060
'60 Tradewind Twin