Good reminder for me to put a new video out. Life just got really busy, but we’re almost done, and currently living in it. Most of what we have left to do is trim work, cabinet and drawer faces, etc, and a desk (which I’m currently working on) in the front. Hopefully I can get it together in the next few weeks.

Yes. And no. How it was at the time of this video, I had not sealed the side skirts. Since then, we've sealed the sides with a Sika-Flex and added the old trim pieces where the two meet.

I think they sell it at vintage trailer supply

Thanks! No one advised the LVP flooring, just something I had seen elsewhere, but would not do it the same way again. If doing again, I’d build all the cabinets, furniture, walls, etc into the floor and place the LVP or other flooring just in the hallways, etc. it’s a lot of wasted material under cabinets, couches, not to mention the problem with expansion and buckling.

That's a great question. I'm sure you'll hear a wild range of numbers from people from couple thousand to a couple hundred thousand. Best I could say is it depends. We purchased for about 10,000, and we've got about another 20,000 into it currently. Will likely put about another 5000 to 8000 into it before it is done. Biggest thing left is new axels and tires. So probably around $40,000 when all is said and done. Things to consider though: 1. We didn't go far for ours. It was 2.5 miles down the road on our friends ranch property, and they even towed it over for us. 2. We're able to use a lot of tools and even some scrap materials from where we work. Circular saws, tables saws, grinders, etc. Can add up quickly. We did have to buy some specialty things like the tall spiral jacks, a polishing grinder, rivet guns, and a welder. So I guess your tools are a consideration there, too. 3. Facility upgrade - factored in that cost was our cost to upgrade an older electrical panel, rebuild an old sewer line, and connect a water line. (which is what we're working on currently). Depending on you're set up, that could be nothing or pretty expensive, especially if you hire out an electrician. 4. This build is really simple because of where we live and what we plan to do with the airstream. We have no propane and no air conditioning. Our fantastic fans are working great right now in the hottest part of the summer days, so no need for AC right now. And it doesn't get very cold here in the winter, so we've just got the little stove for chilly nights. AC and propane would probably cost more and take some more time.

I’m renovating one too. Mine is not nearly as expensive… so far. I’m getting ready to put it all back together. Between me and my father-in-law, we had all of the tools, minus the rivet guns. I just bought all new tanks (black, grey and fresh, $$1,300 Vintage Trailer Supply) we’ve already bought and received our new axels ($1,500 - Colin Hyde in NY) and installed them, ourselves. I do all of the work myself except a did hire a welder for some frame work ($100). I only have the back 1/5 of the subfloor to replace. We have unzipped the back end and are putting in one fully replacement piece. The rest of the subfloor is in excellent shape so we did not need to do a shell off reno. Our frame is in amazing shape too (just 3 welding repairs). Arizona, so it’s really dry. Hardly any rust anywhere. We have spent $5k so far. I still need to build out the interior (so cost of wall framing materials, countertops, and lighting) and I need to spend about $2k-$3K more on inverter/battery and water heater and $1,200 for our new fridge. Ask me in 5 months. My hope is to stay under $10k.

Good idea! Does the 1/2 drill bit take a while to get through the elevator bolt head? It was slightly annoying to cut around the bolts and cut them off, but overall pretty speedy.

No I took a center punch and set a starter prick in the head of the bolt then drilled the head off. They are mild steel, that is on mine they are.

Requires a good bit of retrofitting to make it work, including a patch over where the old KT lock was placed. www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0787D33DC?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title

We used Sikaflex 221 in aluminum grey. Not silicone, but a polyurethane adhesive/sealant.

Maybe some day, but nothing planned. It’s gonna be pretty heavy, so we probably won’t move it super often

@@nickwierman not even to visit any old friends? Middletown friends more specifically :)

Just so you dont think this is some creeper, this is Nate Bowers, Haha. Miss ya buddy!

@@bowersbees7523 hah! I figured it was you. You a beekeeper now?

We had a small business for a little, sold it to pursue other interests. How have you been? Airstream looks good!

I get most of my rivets, rivet tools, and aluminum from airpartsinc.com

@@nickwierman thank you!

Well shucks. Sorry to hear bout the seasickness! I’ll try to be more intentional about how I film. It’s usually just me with my phone camera trying to keep friends and family up to date on the progress. Appreciate your feedback!

Thanks! And that’s awesome, best of luck with the reno. If you haven’t already, check out Slow Car Fast Home’s renovation; I’ve taken a lot of cues from them.

Thanks! It’s a marine hatch meant for a boat. Galamarine is the company name.

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