EP 120 How to rebuild windows on vintage campers DIY step by step
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 29 ก.ย. 2024
- Restoring vintage camper windows from start to finish. Vintage trailer window rebuild.
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Hey Rob, I have a 1970's Travelaire and I'd like to reseal the windows like you did. Is there anything more complicated about that style of window? Also does the gasket style or size matter? It was hard to tel the profile and size of the strip you used. The front and back big windows both need new gaskets. When shopping around for some there are so many different profile options. Any suggestions would be helpful. I really appreciated your video it made a daunting task seem possible.
I have never rebuilt a Travelaire so all I would say is look at what is there and try to find a replacement. I seal the windows with butyl tape. I think it is 3/4 x 1/8
What did you clean the window with? Mine is pretty rusty. Great video!
Wire wheel and #000 steel wool
sometimes, if you are careful, a utility knife blade and windex works on flat glass, backdrag it so the leading edge will NOT dig in. / ----->
I have been watching all your videos, a lot to learn just in case I get to do one.
I hope you find a good one. There seems to be a lot out on the market lately.
I think he is convincing me to buy one already in amber shellac, ready to go !! My workshop is filled with cars, just like the driveway. And time is ticking !
now hold on son, just hold on.... don't we need to clean and progressively polish the aluminum frame ? cutting and buffing wheels, white, and red rouge ? I have Hehr windows to redo and while still in my camper, some polishing really made them look better.
Polishing is a step to far for me. Some customers have doing it when they get home.
Hey there! This was a great video. So great that I think I will rebuild the windows in my 1965 Serro Scotty Sportsman. Just one thing, the screws that hold the windows and eyebrows are extremely rusted that I can't tell what kind of screw it is. The screws seem to have a dimple in the middle. How would I get that type of screw out? I will use DW40 to loosen them up but what bit do I use to back it out? Thank you for your advice!
I'm not sure that is factory original. You might look at the hardware store for the bit.
What is the rubbery viynl seal stuff that goes between the metal and the glass? It's the brownish stuff that you said keeps the Water out😊
It is a seal for this application from Vintage Trailer Supply.
I just bought a 60a trailer ...one window is totally missing 😢 how can I get a window without spending $600 which is what it costs in Canada. What a rip off....
Sometimes there are some available on FB marketplace but it sounds like its a sellers market there.
I have an old boat with shot windows . Do you have a video gow to make window frames ?
I have only rebuilt never built frames from scratch. Good luck.
Do you use any 'Clear Coat', or an Automotive Wax to help keep the aluminum from tarnishing or oxidizing?
I do not add anything to the aluminum.
I haven't been able to get the windows I need for my trailer. I got a window online and it ended up about half an inch to small all around. Is there a way to build the window frame to fit the smaller window?
I guess you could add some trim but it has to be stable to screw into.
Why didn’t you put butyl tape on the eyebrows?
I always do!
after watching you install the 'eyebrows', with my experience in installing aluminum storm windows in the business, short pieces made of soft aluminum such as these, they stretch and bend very easily so it was out practice to start screws in the center and work out toward the edges to help prevent puckering
You are correct but also the butyl tape will hold it pretty steady as well.
@@RobTheRebuilder I think when you did teh AC vent, that should get an eyebrow - which to me, just helps shed the water. A guy told me once, think like the amish and ask yourself which way will the water want to go. - Norm always cut his wood sills with a cut underneath to make the water drop off. My friend said what is it with you and water ? Water's destructive !!
Do you have a brand of butyl tape you recommend or is it all pretty much the same?
I use Dicor. There is a lot of bad butyl tape out there.
@@RobTheRebuilder thanks for the reply! My wife and I inherited a 70s prowler and are looking to get everything cleaned and sealed back up. Your videos have been invaluable 🤘🏻
What size screws did you use?
#6 x 3/4"
Taking apart cleaning and polishing those windows is the worst 😫. But when you're done man do they look good.
I do not like that part either.
Love watching this stuff. Good job Rob.
Appreciate it
Thank you for showing this step by step! We are about to put windows back in our camper!
Excellent. Thank you for watching.
Just bought a 1968 Serra Scotty Sportsman Gaucho. It’s all original but needs lots of TLC!! Need your help Rob!!
I'm here. Check out my early videos. I hope they help.
After watching you put the butyl tape on I'm thinking the last person that worked on my camper may not have done it correctly.
It makes a big difference in weatherproofing
Rob I have a 1983 shasta 23 ft motorhome and would like to replace the windows or atleast reseal the windows cause the outside seals are shrinking and dry rotted
I have never worked on a motorhome. Sounds like a big job
NICE! so glad to see how this goes together, thank you!
Thank you for watching
Hi Rob, where did you get your glass? My 1966 Scotty had the front windowpane shatter and I need to replace it.
I like to use plexiglass from Lowes. Keeps the breaking to a minimum. If you want safety glass, your local glass shop can make it for you.
Thank you Rob . This video is very helpful. I will fix my 50’s detroiter mobil home broke window . Do you have a link to order the material I need for the job ?
Try "Vintage Trailer Supply"
We desperately have to do our 1987 Kit Road Ranger Elites windows 🫣 This video is going to be great for us because we don’t have the slightest clue how do renovate and are learning it all on TH-cam lol.
By the way, what thickness should we get for the gasket?… Will the kind for car doors do?
I would have to see to be sure but you can take them to a local glass repair shop and they may even have it in stock.
What kind of glass did the manufacturer use for the windows? Is it ordinary window glass or tempered glass or automotive glass?
The ones I have worked on are regular glass. Tempered glass is recommended.
WHHOOOOO look at that PINK!!! 😂. We r getting closer to getting our windows back in! Cant wait! Great video Rob! ❤️❤️
Thank you
Think your screw bit is getting worn. I cringe ever time you pull the trigger. Good work keep it up.
You're probably right.
Bob, enjoy the videos. I have a 1963-64 trailblazer that I have yet to start due to other home projects. I finally cleared out the garage to pull the back skin off to fix rotted wood from a bad house window installation that naturally leaked. I’m going through mobiltec’s videos/course, very interesting how these things were designed and built fascinates me. Mine has the several pains jalousie windows, never seen one solid one like yours. Was that a Scotty exclusive?
These windows were popular with many of the 50, 60,70's canned hams. Scotty did use the other style windows in their doors as well. Watch out or the camper bug will bite you and then you'll be really busy. Good luck on your build.
Got it! How do you change out the screen on it?
Check previous videos. I have one somewhere.
where did you buy the gaskets, seals and all the different tapes? Thank you for the awesome content!
I usually get those supplies at Vintage Trailer Supply except the tape was from amazon. Thank you for watching.
Bob, thanks. great video. can you add the exact materials used? and where you got it.
I will when I get a chance
Do you have a video on the roll out crank type? Great video.
Yes. Pretty recent actually.
Great video, you were very descriptive. Exactly what I needed. Thank you
I appreciate you watching
Where did you get your gaskets and other items. For the repair oh and what sizes are you using. Forni have to do this to all my windows in a 1970 l&m trailer. Also thank so much for this video and all yours there amazing.
I get my gaskets from Vintage trailer supply. The generally have the standard sizes.
@@RobTheRebuilder thank you very much
Good stuff 👍🏽. Thanks man
You bet!
good job when you repair the door
It was in good shape
Do you use real glass
I did on this application.
Morning rob thanks for the detailed video on the windows I joined the facebook Scotty group And I have the 64 Scotty sportsman Hi lander I guess it's a rare 1 from what I understand What is the source of the Scotty gasket number part number I broke 1 of my windows trying to take the regulator slide out with the tiny screws Where do you buy those little nylon pc on the regulator arm Thanks for all the help
Go to "Vintage Trailer Supply" and click on window hardware and you should see everything you need.
Good luck on your build
looks Buty-full ;)
Punny