FleaM35A2
East TN
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Been doing some work to get this thing roadworthy.
Almost finished with paint.
I think I'm just going to find some retro-looking hubcaps for this thing instead of trying to paint the wheels.
Painting the inside - trim will be white or cream-colored.
I got tunes:
They're hooked in to the 40-year-old speakers, which sound surprisingly decent.
New halogen porch lamp... I really like the light this thing gives off... bright, but not blinding, and it's a flood, so it lights up pretty much the whole side of the camper.
Finally, new safety chains... little more sturdy than the old chains. Something comparable to the old ones was only rated at 600#'s 
That's it for now.
1971 AM General M35A2
1969 Holiday Rambler 27 Ft.
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FleaM35A2
East TN
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Well, I figured it had to be too good to be true - I have uncovered a massive leak around the air conditioning. Much of the wood in the ceiling is rotted, and all the insulation will need to be replaced. this is not a bad thing, though, as I will be able to re-wire and put up some additional light fixtures to brighten up the whole thing. And it's best I found it now before I got heavy into painting that area.
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robna
chilliwack
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Nice job on your trailer so far im painting the counter tops on mine soon,a 1980 kustom koack 24 ft bunkhouse.Dont know if youve heard of it or not but if you use melamine it is a paint product specially for counter tops dont need primer and after 2 coats you cant scrape it off with a chiesel.Again your doing a great job!!!
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Bill T
upstate sc
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I just found your post. Very interesting. I have a '73 HR VACATIONEER, 18', covered up for my retirement project.
I am paticularly interested in the method you are using in painting your trailer. I was dreading the cost of having the trailer spray painted, but your roller painting sounds good.
Did you know your units model number is stamped on the trailer tounge?
Are you anywere near Copperhill, my hometown?
Good luck with your project and keep the pictures coming!!
Bill T
Bill and Debbie
2000 Chevy HD 2500,6.0,3.73
2003 Nash 25S TT
1996 Coleman Taos pop-up
1970 jeepster,v-6
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FleaM35A2
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The roller method is good; I am satisfied with the turnout. You won't get a mirror finish, but most trailers are semigloss white anyways unless they're polished or custom.
Keep in mind, this is a $500 trailer, and I want to have less than $1000 in it when I'm done. So far, I am WELL under budget. I have about $600 invested, including the trailer. So, $100 in supplies. I may have to buy some lumber for the roof, but that won't be very expensive, and I will do the replacement work myself. The insulation is the thing I am working out at the time being -- rolled "pink fiberglass" vs. the "foam board" and which I wish to use.
There will be a difference in this "home-refurbished" trailer vs. factory built, but I am ok with that. It is a budget build, but I am pretty exacting with my fit/finish tolerance. This primarily means things like painting the old countertops vs. getting new ones.
Bill, I am in the Tri-Cities. Little ways away, but no more than a couple hours drive (perhaps a few in the Deuce)!
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FleaM35A2
East TN
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The trailer moves forward! Tonight I got a step closer to getting the thing road worthy. I finally got a chance to dig into the electrics (12v). After some fiddling of wires and re-soldering of a couple connections, the electric brakes are working, taillights, brake lights, turn signals, 12V off the vehicle powers all 12V accessories just fine. Now to get a 12V alternator on the truck!
However, NONE of the running lights work. Not one. That could be because they're all burnt out, but I imagine there's a wire cut or crossed somewhere on the harness. Since I'm tearing the roof out on the inside anyways, it shouldn't be too much trouble to reconnect/rewire as necessary.
Sorry, no pictures tonight, as it was too dark by the time I was finished.
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Davea07
Auburn, WA
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That is just Cooler then Cool! Very Nice! That is a great project. Nice job on the progress.
2008 Denali 295BS-DSL, Equalizer WD hitch, Prodigy brake controller.
2007 Dodge Ram SLT 2500 6.7L, 6sp automatic.
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JJBIRISH
Butler, PA, USA
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sdecoite
Huntington Beach, CA
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Hello,
Good evening!
I recently purchased a 1968 Holiday Rambler in need of some TLC. I am really looking forward to restoring this trailer, but could use some guidance, if possible. Does anyone know where I can find a 60s Holiday Rambler Owner's Manual. Unfortunately, my trailer did not come with one, and I would really like to read up as much informatoin as possible on these fine trailers, before I begin the work. Please help, if possible. Thanks, Steve
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