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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-14-2019, 02:26 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 12,677
Posted By Patricia D.
I have had some questions about my rebuild so...

I have had some questions about my rebuild so have put together an album. It can be found on my profile page (Patricia D.) or here:
Fiberglass RV - Patricia D.'s Album: Ventura rebuild 2016-2018...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-31-2018, 09:05 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 12,677
Posted By Patricia D.
Obviously I have usied the wrong terminology. The...

Obviously I have usied the wrong terminology. The centre of the brake assembly that goes over the axle was damaged, the bearings were destroyed. There was also an issue with the magnet. I have to...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-30-2018, 10:23 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 12,677
Posted By Patricia D.
Hi John, When I took it to the first mechanic...

Hi John,
When I took it to the first mechanic I asked that the following be done: New tires and check that everything was okay and to do the bearings, NEW brakes, install break away cable and to...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-30-2018, 04:21 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 12,677
Posted By Patricia D.
Thanks. I have the brakes that he installed as...

Thanks. I have the brakes that he installed as proof. I am also going to get a statement from the mechanic that redid them, outlining what he found when he took them apart. Then I am going to get a...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-29-2018, 01:16 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 12,677
Posted By Patricia D.
The mechanic that I went to put on 13 inch...

The mechanic that I went to put on 13 inch wheels. I trust(ed) and hope that they are the correct size. I will have to look into it.
That same mechanic, located in my community, did the brakes as...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 10-16-2017, 08:01 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 12,677
Posted By Patricia D.
Thanks for your comments. You are correct, I...

Thanks for your comments.
You are correct, I have had experience renovating houses with a partner and a condo that I did on my own. Though certainly still an amateur, over time I have learned to do...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 10-14-2017, 09:49 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 12,677
Posted By Patricia D.
Hi Linda and Pat, I am still plugging along....

Hi Linda and Pat,
I am still plugging along. The weather remains good enough for me to carry on and I am now doing the trim work and doors on the cabinets. I will post pics soon. Thanks for keeping...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-08-2017, 10:22 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 12,677
Posted By Patricia D.
Thanks Buggeee, I tried to find Por 15 but...

Thanks Buggeee,
I tried to find Por 15 but could only get the large can which would have been a waste. Amazon has the starter kits which would have been just about right but they were very...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-07-2017, 06:56 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 12,677
Posted By Patricia D.
Thanks, Pat. I am frantically trying to get at...

Thanks, Pat. I am frantically trying to get at least the basics done before the cold weather hits and I need to put the trailer away for the winter. I am really hoping to go on my "grand tour" of...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-05-2017, 04:32 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 12,677
Posted By Patricia D.
Thanks Kkat. Yes I spend a long time addressing...

Thanks Kkat.
Yes I spend a long time addressing the leaks but it is necessary if you are going to put your time and energy into redoing your trailer. It would be a shame to do the work only to have...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-04-2017, 09:55 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 12,677
Posted By Patricia D.
After having the trailer in to the shop for new...

After having the trailer in to the shop for new brakes, tires and rims, I have finally been able to get to the interior of the trailer in earnest. Over the last 3 weeks I have been working on the...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-24-2017, 07:52 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 12,677
Posted By Patricia D.
Kkat, If I can, I would certainly be happy to...

Kkat,
If I can, I would certainly be happy to answer any questions you may have as you start on your trailer.
Aside from the back side windows, the grill by the door and the door itself, it...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-24-2017, 10:14 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 12,677
Posted By Patricia D.
Do you know the year? It would be great if you...

Do you know the year?
It would be great if you could take some closeups of the tags or decals that are visible in the pic. I would love to be able to see what they say. It is hard to find info on...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-24-2017, 09:43 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 12,677
Posted By Patricia D.
Congratulations on your trailer, Phil. I hope you...

Congratulations on your trailer, Phil. I hope you heed my warnings about how these renos can taker over your life;). I will post some pics of inside progress once my trailer comes back from getting...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-23-2017, 11:05 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 12,677
Posted By Patricia D.
Momentous day!

Finally, after just over a year of owning my trailer, I actually took it out on the road. Okay, it was just around the block and it took me well over an hour to back it into the driveway when I...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-20-2016, 03:26 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 12,677
Posted By Patricia D.
Yes the door looks good from a distance but it is...

Yes the door looks good from a distance but it is too thick and does not close properly, not watertight, I am sure. I do like the screen door though, it is cute and I want to keep it if possible.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-18-2016, 10:13 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 12,677
Posted By Patricia D.
Finally finished the fiberglass repairs inside...

Finally finished the fiberglass repairs inside and put the new plywood floor in the first section of the trailer (see pic)
The fg floor had dips in it so I put boards underneath held up by jacks to...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-12-2016, 12:25 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 12,677
Posted By Patricia D.
So true

I started off thinking that "It is a small trailer, how hard can it be?"
It is not necessarily hard work per se (except for removing the floor) but much more fiddly than in a house where a wall can...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-12-2016, 05:16 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 12,677
Posted By Patricia D.
Thanks Laura. I was reminded yesterday that...

Thanks Laura.
I was reminded yesterday that daily to do lists are the secret, as long as they are realistic. Finished everything on my list yesterday and am now ready to start putting the new wood...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-10-2016, 04:00 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 12,677
Posted By Patricia D.
What have I done?

What have I done? is the sentiment of the day.
I have not posted for a while but I have been plugging along with removing the door and frame and all the windows along with many other small jobs. I...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-02-2016, 12:05 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 12,677
Posted By Patricia D.
beginning fiberglass patching

I am beginning to prepare and patch the fiberglass holes etc. I am stumped by holes like this that have a reason to be there but may let water in. These are the wires that run from the front of the...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-28-2016, 09:16 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 12,677
Posted By Patricia D.
Oops,

Sorry the pics wer not finished loading.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-28-2016, 09:08 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 12,677
Posted By Patricia D.
Today

Basically finished the deconstruction. included a pic of my work site. I have save any of the old fittings that may serve as templates or that I can reuse.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-28-2016, 09:00 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 12,677
Posted By Patricia D.
Progress over several days

The last pic shows some of the damage to the framework- all the corner framing was black and falling apart.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-28-2016, 08:52 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 12,677
Posted By Patricia D.
Ventura reno

I have done a lengthy introduction, asked numerous questions and received lots of valuable feedback from generous members but several members have asked for pictures of my redo of a 1975 Ventura...
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