Vintage Shasta Camper Trailer Rebuild - Part 1 - Assesment

[@cgdrider]

I Just started watching your "Shasta Trailer Rehab" series 6 years after you started. I am also rehabbing a small 2014 Wolf Pup 18' Toy Hauler Travel Trailer that my Wife and I will use to take our 1992 Harley Davidson Fatboy to the 80th Sturgis, towing with our 1999 Chevy Silverado, (first year new generation, 300k MI), to the South Dakota Bike Rally for our 15th trip to the Sturgis Rally since 2005. My Wife and I are both retired after 45 years of me working in Machine Shops and my Wife raising our 2 Daughters and baby sitting our Grandkids. This is our 4th Toy Hauler and 7th RV and since retiring the need to live within a budget became more apparent so we sold our last Toy Hauler, paid off our RV loan and took the balance and bought our current 2014 Wolf Pup. It also had a little water damage which I'm repairing. Most used late model Toy Haulers usually run 10K to 15K and we bought this one for 5K in Missouri and towed back to our home in Northern California. I am repairing a 6 X 6 foot water rotten floor area in the front area and I am learning how to do all of this from watching KZbin vidoes and people like you and your Wife! Just wanted to say Thank You!

[@ilyazarnetske1029]

I started watching the Jennies Garage when fixing up a bike, thrilled to see how eclectic your skills are. Wishing all the best to jennie garage & family.

[@fuckshit1348]

i love that you always give an explanation to why youre doing it

[@TeaMogulTV2]

I just bought a Shasta. Renovating it will be great 🎉

[@mrpbright]

this video series is an excellent reference. good luck!

[@DeepOwl1073]

I just picked up an '81 16' dolphin trailer. I've got the inside taken out, and about to start on the outside paneling. A loooooong way to go still. Thanks for the series, very helpful!

[@vintageshears7547]

Im preparing myself for a vintage camper renovation. Your videos are helping me a lot on what to look for, what to do for repair, and what to use. i have my eyes on a 65' aristocrat and have no idea what lies beneath the paneling. im keeping my fingers crossed that its not too rough. Ive noticed a lot of people saying 'you paid too much for that heap of junk'. After a ton of research on tiny homes vs. a camper renovation....your pretty much paying for the mobility of the camper. You would pay that if not more just to buy a trailer to build on. Its more fun rebuilding it yourself considering you can make it exactly how you want. After a vintage beauty shop remodel Id really get a kick out of what i could pull off with cheap, free, and salvaged material. Ill be watching your videos repeatedly throughout this process. Keep up the great work!

[@crisg.5766]

My wife and I just purchased a 63 Kenskill. Its a little less rough than that one but does need a ton of work. Your videos are encouraging! Thanks!

[@Quismo12]

Cris Gonzalez how much did yours cost?

[@KSierra01]

We are jumping into the restoration of a 1957 Holiday canned ham type trailer. Your videos should be a great help, Thanks for doing this.

[@jenniesgarage]

Wow that sounds like fun! I really love the looks of the "canned ham" era

[@nemmrrc]

Love the Shasta. This is how I got hooked on your channel initially.

[@SusyQC]

Very entertaining. You keep us intrigued and laughing. We're up to part 16 as of now, and we're looking forward to watching the rest!

[@RedTideRTS]

I've been watching many of these restoration videos to gather info from you guinea pigs so I can do a thorough inspection before I buy my vintage camper for restoration. Excited to see more updates.

[@jenniesgarage]

Hi, glad you liked the video. It's going to be a fun project. Good luck on your search!

[@tanksoldier9770]

I have the same job coming up ,but mine is 1950s your video will help me a lot . Thanks

[@jenniesgarage]

Tank Soldier Wow that sounds neat. I really like the old 50's trailers.

[@davidmack5286]

You're a sharp dude with a strong work ethic jake! Dig the chan.

[@fishhuntadventure]

Geesh. I’ve never been able to pull an old camper window that easily!!

[@andyhbeyer]

From Shasta McNasty to a piece of art! WOW! Can't believe the transformation! I may have watched your last Shasta reno video. Please tell me there's more!!!!

[@marjoriegatt4295]

"Now I'm outside the trailer... if you couldn't tell already " thank you for posting this and being funny! I am working on a camper and these videos are extremely helpful. Thank you very much!

[@chevyvantravel9735]

ok i just found your channel and i was interested in building cabinets myself. so started watching that and then i got hooked into the whole thing. don't tell me how it ends. great video and your sense of humor is fantastic. :) thank you for posting this.

[@yz4me60]

holy mother of pearl...Jake the paper title that came with this camper probably had more structural integrity than the camper itself. you are a trooper...its all about pride though

[@bobfreeman1319]

im watching this again, 3rd time i think, but its been a while and im currently working on my 73 fleetwood prowler in similar condition. its funny to look back now and see how you start all dainty like i did then realize you have to rebuild the whole thing.

[@brettmanuel3440]

Thanks for great video ... Ours is mainly needing a cosmetic do-over on the inside - but great to see how they're constructed. Looking forward to more of your videos

[@jenniesgarage]

Brett Manuel Thanks, I had never torn into one before, and its interesting to see how they're built.

[@lindalowe8341]

Nice little camper. I have 2 that are in need of restoration. One we have used, a 76, and one I just picked up for a song. It's a 65 Star? I do believe. Don't feel like going to look at the title. Anyways , thanks for sharing and I have my work cut out for me. Will be checking your camper out as it progresses. Thank you, Linda

[@demented12]

That's a lot of work! Thanks for sharing

[@jenniesgarage]

demented12 Yeah, it's taking all my free moments :)

[@alyssac8258]

I recently bought a '73 16SC and have the same issues in the corners but thankfully no fire damage. Wishing I could take the whole thing apart like you are but not able to do that time and money wise. You're lucky you don't have a bathroom in yours, mine came with a dead mouse in the toilet :)

[@mrlotker]

These videos inspire me! About to start tackling my 1970 Lark and seeing your step by step videos make me less afraid to take it on! I'm going to make some videos too, for all the other canned ham camper restore-ers :)

[@larryleisuresuit9584]

Mines a 73 also, I didn't go as far you are talking. i cant wait to watch the rest of these , looks like a mega part job. LOL I used PVC pipes, you would not believe how mush stronger it is than the old stuff. also, it will never rot. what i did was use long dry wall screws, and where I could, I would het and bend teh PVC to the shape of the trailer, i woudl double up also in parts that I thought would require extra strength, I can walk on the roof( I am 6ft 3 and I weigh 275 pounds!). that grey conduit you can get at lowes has neat Pieces that you can buy to connect it. I am talking about seriously cheap fixes here that really work well. also , not so cheap really but you don't need too many cans, when I would get all done with a section I would leave it part way open so I could inject GREAT STUFF insulation spray. you would not believe how solid that stuff will make a structure like this. plus the insulation factor is great, it expands out of any hole that is left open however so you have to go trim everything up later. I probably spent 80.00 on materials and fixed my rear structural problem in one long day. mines a dual axle and I have used it in below zero weather with no problem. this method of construction worked so well for me and learned so much about reinforcement and placement and how the aluminum works out that I have been considering making one from the ground up on a flat bed.

[@mirogintz]

Am working on 25' holiday vacationeer....can you share pixes of pvc structure? I am intrigued

[@ericolsen4935]

Thanks for these videos. I've got a mid 1970's Coachman cadet that I'm going to be doing a major restoration on.

[@Marknelsonize]

Smart guy. Love the video. Can't wait to see how it turns out

[@jenniesgarage]

Thank you!

[@dariomendoza191]

Mine s a 33 ft 1986 Shasta RV but with a lot of more water damage idont know if I could started and Finish it!! Thanks for Sharing!!!

[@dave1135]

Ive been to several auto accidents involving camper trailers, not knocking this one. Usually the drivers are new owners and unfamiliar with pulling a trailer, resulting in overturning the trailer and tow vehicle because of excessive speed or high winds. One accident the owner had just bought it and was bringing it home when the trailer fishtailed due to excessive speed. Trailer was a 20 foot standard tounge, both trailer and truck flipped. The trailer literally exploded, and went down a steep embankment. We spent four hours using shovels and pitchforks to clean up the debris.

[@ripneighborhoodniprip8303]

Wow what a day for that owner. Happy as hell one minute and crying moments later.poor guy

[@DillysADV]

Man you are crazy! I had a trailer like this and ended up ripping it down to the bare frame.. I had big projects in mind and got most of the way done when my life was turned upside down and I had to sell it as it was.

[@jenniesgarage]

kary1982v6 sorry to hear about the bad luck, you never know what life is going to throw at you. It's definitely a big project!

[@DillysADV]

***** that is OK it gave us a chance to prioritize.. any way.. keep up the projects, I enjoy watching. and picking up ideas along the way..

[@Keith1212]

Man I wanted to do a project like this next. I dunno now after watching what you got. My parents bought a 36' or so bumper pull for $1000 and it didn't have near as much damage as you have. Hopefully you can get this repaired cheaply enough. Can't wait for new vids on this series and the others.

[@jenniesgarage]

It was intimidating at first, but then I just got my mind right and told myself it's just basic construction, go for it. That 36 footer is a palace compared to mine!

[@geargriden19]

***** Big enough to sleep in, rest of the time should be spent outside anyhow :D

[@HyperXprojects]

Awesome video! I laughed, I re-winded and double take a few times! I watched the entire series! Keep us posted on the Shasta! And yes - I did comment on every video with the same comment because it was that good and I am OCD - I want to build something on my channel now!

[@Elegancedefined247]

Not the " Donkey washing station!" Lol!

[@Iseekoutthetruth]

thanks for this video, I was wondering what these trailers looked like taken apart. I was going to buy one similar to your for $300 but now I see how flexable they are I am going to wait before I buy one now.

[@TheRoxyblues]

Ooooh I have same model! I love it!!

[@TheRoxyblues]

Wait a minute that model absolutely comes with a shower & toilet all in one tiny closet space.

[@mr007able]

Damn you paid the guy a grand for that. It need a ton of work. I'm currently looking to get a nice use trailer too

[@secondgendan3158]

Mr No Crime search craigslist

[@sarahyoungs2555]

I posted on Facebook and got two, in better shape then his, for free! You just have to look

[@brettb86]

Cat knows its vintage trailer restoration

[@NWforager]

i remember this one back in the day . in hindsight i might have ozone blasted it for mold ,sealed it for any further water leaks , made it as structurally sound as possible with 2x4s or metal framing and made it earn me back that $1000 i paid plus in the sticks 🌲🌳 .

[@philchigges2955]

Should've left the one I bought where it was.im about 3 weeks into demo and I'm considering driving to the nearest cliff and pushing this thing off and call it a total loss.not worth the trouble. Good luck.

[@thelazyfishkeeper2730]

it's been 8 years. this video has aged well.

[@JackKirkpatrickVideos]

I'm sure the old fridge is alright, they were built like tanks back then. However, if it is a propane fridge, make sure to have the gas equipment checked out.

[@jenniesgarage]

Yeah, I'm hoping it works. I think as long as nothing has leaked it should be fine, as there are no moving parts.

[@buddtwin2]

Trailers are built inside out so should be taken apart outside in. Won’t have problems getting large items throw the door

[@sparklylittlechicken]

Your wife is lucky! I want a handsome nice guy to build me a vintage trailer!!

[@Boikotlsrail]

are you beautiful like his wife? if youre not? that handsome nice guy who will build you a vintage trailer is the unlucky one!

[@austntexan]

@@Boikotlsrail LoL, no doubt. Beyond that, today’s women have had the “I’m happy and satisfied” gene removed from them. Very few women would humor this guy, good looking or not. 95% of modern women simply aren’t worthy of a man’s attention.

[@AvengedAggressively]

"A cat will confirm this" lol. Where ya been man? Love to see some new vids soon!

[@WTFtheGreatOutdoors]

i just bought a 73' dutch swinger.... same fridge and sink you have :-)

[@DeepOwl1073]

I'm a '73 model, and live in Shasta county 😀

[@jenniesgarage]

Very nice! XX

[@williammacdonald4615]

Jeff State haha 😂😂 that's great. However I think you've faired better than his trailer

[@carlosvizcaino6787]

Remember gentlemen the buyer determines the price. ThIS gentlemen has imagination and use guys don't.I bet when he's done the value will increase, but that doesn't matter he is using it for his personal enjoyment.

[@chrischalmers7308]

Hey I just purchased a 1980 two days ago , I really appreciate you sharing , mine doesn't have as much damage , This really gives me ideas , I wish I could upload some pics to show you. I am really excited to get in there and restore it , I wanna leave the classic Winnebego paint job but really wanna modernize the inside , Do you have any sites or suggestions to get newer looking cushions , maybe even leather . I wanna put big screen in there as well as a nice system. I looked at Jc Whitnney they didnt have much , Any suggestions will help , thanks again for the restoration tips !!

[@Quismo12]

Chris Chalmers how much did yours cost?

[@fishhuntadventure]

Yes- remove the edge extrusion screws, but leave the extrusion in place - too much work unless you are literally taking it apart like you did. I’ve always been able to scarf pieces in without creating Lincoln Logs for campers.

[@InsideTraderNancy]

Just wanted to let everyone know before watching all 20+ parts. You will be very disappointed there is no ending. You are left hanging wondering what it looked like in the end. I'm so disappointed! Exciting yet disappointing when the "end" episode was him saying sorry but I stopped making videos cause I tried the stock market...

[@chunkychica1376]

Jay Benett Thanks you just saved me some time 😬

[@zx8401ztv]

Well i dont know what to say, your twotiming the motorcycle with another project :) That looks like a hell of a lot of work, but the aluminium skin hides all, so you can make it with anything you want and much stronger without it looking any different from the outside :-)

[@jenniesgarage]

yeah, don't tell her though :) We had been looking for a camper for a while, and at first glance this one looked like a deal. then I glanced a second time haha.

[@zx8401ztv]

***** Never mind, im sure you will make it solid again, if you dont want to fully remake it then add loads of extra bracing toothpicks, and replace the bare minimum. Then splash some wood sealer over everything to kill the old wood smell lol.

[@chevforever]

I'm starting to work on my old Jayco trailer. I've never done much wood repair on one. Its fully assembeled still. I'm doing interior work, replace insulation, all ceiling and wall panels and whatever strapping is rotten. How would you reccomend I start with dissasembling it? One wall at a time? Strip all the walls and ceiling? Strip only the walls first then ceiling? Looking forward to some advice.

[@carisanders5957]

Are there more videos as this thing progressed? Can you add the links I just bought one exactly like this one.

[@rhpham2]

There is never enough projects as long as your wife doesnt start getting on you about unfinished items laying and tools about the house lol. I'd like to see how it turns out.

[@jenniesgarage]

rhpham2 haha, I think I'm walking the line lately :) Glad you liked the video

[@cetyl2626]

I'm here in a time machine... I saw part 2 first

[@IntegraDIY]

This is a very nice trailer, but definitely was worth $500 and nothing more. I just think the past owner thought it was worth way more because they had a lot of time inside of it.

[@extremewindowsystemsinc5626]

hey hows it going, may I ask what tool you are using to cut out that plywood for the cabinets, is it a rotozip?

[@jinchurikione]

i was thinking about doing this but it would be too much work for me and what i want to do, so ill probably just get a used cargo trailer and insulate it and put in a couple windows

[@Anthony1999gtp]

Who’s back here catching up?

[@sparkystours]

I hate to say this but you paid way to much for that heap.........best of luck :)

[@sarahyoungs2555]

Your cabinets were screwed in from the outside just like mine... how did you pull them out?

[@thomasg5103]

Sitting here shaking my head... you are gifted with machines not RV's. But we all have to learn. I have owned 4 RV's, all were motor vehicles (Class A, B and C) actually two Class A's. I did research into how to inspect and main problem areas. Roof leaks unrepaired for a long time are a definite nogo. Travel trailers in general are a waste of time. A 20 foot enclosed trailer with a drop down / ramp door are best to make a "TOY HAULER". That is what I am doing right now. Reading some replies here- found that you never did a FINISH episode!? What!

[@MDC2020]

Does anyone know anything about 1979 Shasta 2100...found one for $500 think it would be run to bring back a old RV..any opinions on the 79 Shasta

[@jenniesgarage]

My Damn Channel This is my first trailer project so I don't know for sure, but I looked at some pictures of the 2100 and it looks like it's built the same as the one I'm working on. If it's not rotting away like mine, $500 is a great deal, especially if the fridge works.

[@Ilovecrandall]

11:49 AM Hello, Do you have any knowledge about how to haul a damaged camper trailer? i want to haul my Dad's camper back to where i live to refurbish it because i want to keep a piece of my Dad alive. It has no roof and i am wondering if i get it shrink wrap if that would work or do you have any ideas how to secure a damaged trailer to haul it? Its about 500 miles. Thanks in advance!

[@HorsepowerGarageVideos]

I think I would have cut my losses and turned it into a trailer after seeing all that rot.

[@jenniesgarage]

montez341 I won't say I wasn't tempted :)

[@fishhuntadventure]

On the other hand, there’s only so many classics out there. Restoration of these is neither hard nor expensive.

[@zacharyhoke8119]

youre totally adorable dude---

[@nunofyourbizness5975]

I cant believe I sat through 20 of this series with no closure. Can you at least post a short video of the finished product inside and out?

[@_j_a_d_e]

hey! First, you're awesome! Thanks for the video! Second, did you sawzall out the cabinetry in kitchen? Mine is attached from outside too, but I don want to accident chop up the cabinets because I think I'd like to put them back in. :D

[@GaryLordsWayMinistry]

What about wheel bearings and frame structure, is there any wields cracking underneath?

[@secondgendan3158]

i have the Shasta with the wings on top

[@LillyLeal05]

I just got one for $200 dollars :( and look like that one .... I just want it for study area in my back yard

[@jenniesgarage]

Lilly Leal Carothers Sounds like a good deal!

[@Danielalaish]

When will you be done??

[@mazdarx7887]

Sorry dude. I understand your enthusiasm but i hope all the material you need to bring that back is free cause your gong to need a lot plus wiring, plumbing and a new roof . Wow,, in that shape, most ppl cant even give em away here in Canada.

[@diannew6066]

You think? I know many vintage camper restorers in the US and in Canada and these babies are going for top dollar even unrestored. So if you find someone who wants to give one away, do yourself a favor and take it and resell it. Sorry Dude.

[@mazdarx7887]

Dont know where you get your info about Canada, but if your so sure about what you say, Come with a flat bed and go to almost any rural dump, you'll find plenty. There are two in Duck Lake that are going to be scrapped before winter. Who are these restorers that you know in Canada, (probably only one person) they can't be very enthusiastic about picking these campers up unless they only want something in like new condition

[@queenofyeay]

"There's evidence of fire damage" Well, there is evidence of burn damage, but it's not from fire, it's from battery acid. I can pretty much guarantee a 12V battery was something added later. I could be wrong but I don't think so.

[@vanillafutz]

And a cat will confirm lmao

[@christopherkise]

hahaha, now I am out side the trailer :P hahaha

[@dochollowood5763]

I can't believe they paid $1,000 bucks for that dump

[@mirogintz]

If you are into vintage trailer restoration, that price is pretty much fair....buying brand new trailer will last few years due to poor workmanship, you'd lose more with $20k new trailer than $1k vintage trailer.

[@frankburn6312]

You can sell each window for $100-200. You do the math.

[@i.can.sew.anythingchic3295]

Tooth picks and chewing gum😂😂😂

[@MDC2020]

HAHAHA Donkey Washin Station..lol

[@jenniesgarage]

My Damn Channel haha "heee haw"

[@kiernanjohnston7738]

When is next vid

[@avelinolopez2778]

Donkey washing Station!! Hahahaha!!!!!

[@adventureswithjamieandmont9105]

Looks as damaged as mine I have a 1978 mallard goldeneye needs a lot of work

[@jenniesgarage]

They all need a lot of work!

[@adventureswithjamieandmont9105]

@@jenniesgarage yep they sure do but they are so much better than the new campers

[@jamesbarisitz4794]

Ahh, the Russian Nesting Doll of Rot.

[@bradleylomas7525]

1000 pennies? Why do guys do what they do? They didn't think it through.

[@carsonkarg5785]

u paid a lot for that peace of shir

[@bradleylomas7525]

1000 pennies?

[@emberoze]

toothpick & chewing gum lol

[@SuperHurdman]

I am sorry to be a stick in the mud but I think you paid too much for it!

[@jenniesgarage]

No hard feelings! I think I paid too much too (by about $1000)

[@dangerousmythbuster]

Probably shouldn't have paid that much for it.

[@chevyvantravel9735]

but how was he supposed to know...there is no way to know EXACTLY what the damage is.

[@secondgendan3158]

you paid too mutch I got mine for free

[@jenniesgarage]

yes I gave $1000 for it which was about $999 too much

[@chriscole1136]

LMAO 1000 bucks free all over the place in Canada people can't give them away

[@dochollowood5763]

unfortunately it would have never fallen apart ... the excuse was incomprehensible ... but the paranoia of the modern hipster is astounding unfortunately as well no bodies were discovered hidden within ... I guess they'll be able to sleep without the heebeegeebees when they're done with it