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In this category you will find articles that members have posted about their restoration projects. Read these before you start your restoration!
Zip-Dee awning fabric replacement
- By Terry
- Published 02/13/2010
- Restoration Articles
Replacing the fabric on a Zip-Dee awning may seem daunting, but if you know a few tricks, it can be done with a minimum of difficulty. Step by step instructions to help make this an easy upgrade.
Reefer Madness
- By Michael Depraida
- Published 10/19/2009
- Restoration Articles
Replace your refrigerators cooling unit and save yourself 50% off the cost of new. It's easy and requires no special tools (or skill).
Removing the Inner Pane of Vista View Windows
- By BH Powell
- Published 08/13/2009
- Restoration Articles
Double paned Vista View windows on vintage Airstreams often develop condensation or discoloration between the panes of glass. Here is one solution to rehab fogged Vista Views.
A Fantastic Story
- By Terry
- Published 05/31/2009
- Restoration Articles
Replace your vent fan! For those owners of vintage trailers and motor homes that aren't satisfied with the factory roof vents and want to upgrade.
The Dura-Torque Axle
- By Andy Rogozinski
- Published 04/15/2009
- Restoration Articles
Henschen axles offer a smooth ride on and off the road. Learn axle basics and how to check your axles for signs of wear.
Replace your old water heater; fear not!
- By D Bishop
- Published 12/29/2008
- Restoration Articles
After 44 (or so) years it is time to replace the water heater. It was easy and took less time than you might guess.
Polish a classic.
- By D Bishop
- Published 08/17/2008
- Restoration Articles
Getting a great shine using Nevr-Dull and elbow grease. Here is one of several ways to polish your vintage Airstream to a mirror shine.
Importing an Airstream or other American Travel Trailer into the UK
- By StreamerUK
- Published 08/6/2008
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Thinking of buying an Airstream or other American Travel Trailer and importing it into the UK or Europe?
Heres a quick 'how to' including many of the pit-falls that you may encounter.
Renovating Wing Windows On 70’s Airstream
- By StreamerUK
- Published 07/26/2008
- Restoration Articles
Are your wing windows fogged up or looking like gold fish bowls? Here's a repair solution used by many.
Overfill Protection Device (OPD)
- By Dan Brown
- Published 04/12/2008
- Restoration Articles
This Article is about the Overfill Protection Device (OPD) that is on the new PL gas tanks that are on RV's. It is intended for the new Airstreamer who has aluminum LP Gas Bottles/tanks and can't get them filled because they have the old valves on them.