Vintage Camper Skin Replacement

vintage camper skin replacementWe had big plans to paint Cecilia a while back.  Those plans were pushed into the future due to rain.  Looking back at my post 6 Mistakes We Made When Purchasing a Vintage Camper, I realize I should have added a 7th mistake.  This project would have went so much faster if we had a place to work indoors.  We were often in a race with the weather.

Plans to paint were pushed even further into the future when we decided we wanted to replace the back piece of skin. Continue reading “Vintage Camper Skin Replacement”

Jalousie Windows and Parts for Vintage Campers

Jalousie WindowWe were fortunate that our vintage camper came with all of the windows intact.  I have talked to a lot of people who struggle to find replacements, so I’m creating a resource for those people.  These are all of the tips I could gather on the internet to help you find replacement jalousie windows or parts for your jalousie windows. Continue reading “Jalousie Windows and Parts for Vintage Campers”

Where Do I Buy a Vintage Camper Awning?

Are you looking for a vintage camper awning?  I find myself Googling ‘where do I buy a vintage camper awning’ more often than I should.  It really isn’t in the plans or budget at the moment, but I want one.

I am always a fan of using a service or product that is recommended by someone I know, so I’ve been compiling a list of awning companies recommended by people who actually have one.

This list is short.  There are others out there, but these are the names that come up time and time again.  If you don’t believe me, join a few Facebook groups for vintage camper enthusiast.  Search those groups for the word awning and find out what comes up.

I promise you will see these names.  They seem to have a reputation for being the best vintage camper awning creators.

If you have an awning created by one of these companies, please post a photo in the comments!

Pink Flamingo Awnings

Pink Flamingo Awnings
Pink Flamingo Awnings

Vintage Trailer Awnings by Kristi

Vintage Trailer Awnings by Kristi
Vintage Trailer Awnings by Kristi

Tin Can Awnings

Tin Can Awnings
Tin Can Awnings

Marti’s Awnings

Marti's Awnings
Marti’s Awnings

I also want to point out that Vintage Trailer Supply, Inc. offers awnings as well.  They are very well known and trusted parts supplier.  If you have used one of their awnings, leave a note and let me know what you thought about it!

If you are looking for other vintage trailer parts, check out this link to see all of the resources for vintage trailers that I have compiled.


Where do I Buy 1/8″ Birch Plywood?

Many people struggle to find 1/8″ birch plywood to re-panel their walls.  I mentioned here that we purchased ours on special order through Home Depot.  I’ve rounded up some other options that people have mentioned as sources for this much sought after paneling.

1/8" Birch Paneling

Tips for Finding 1/8″ Birch Plywood

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How Much Does it Cost to Repair a Vintage Trailer?

cost to repair a vintage trailerHow much does it cost to repair a vintage trailer?  Every person who answers this question will have a different answer.  Chris and I failed to keep track of how much we spent over the last six years.  The answer probably falls somewhere between ‘too much’ and ‘our mental health should be questioned’.  I imagine the same can be said of a lot of hobbies though. Continue reading “How Much Does it Cost to Repair a Vintage Trailer?”