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Inkstaind
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Aug 25, 2017

1950's Trailer Question

I'm looking at an older travel trailer, 1952, that someone has had sitting on their property for some time. It's in pretty good shape considering it's age. The interior walls are wood, rounded wood ceiling, etc.. The only damage to any of the wood I see is right where the adjustable air vent is on the ceiling; a little water damage there, sagging a little.

Is this fixable? I'll try and post a pic.

Otherwise, what else should I be concerned with regarding it's condition to help prevent me from bringing home a complete money pit?

Otherwise, it's looks in pretty good shape; no dents, just a couple broken pieces of glass.

Thanks guys for your help,
  • Of course it's a money pit. But, when finished you will have a one-of- a -kind RV.
    If you have the skill to renovate it, GO FOR IT.
  • Also, what appliances do you wish to keep back in the 50's or do you want modern appliances in it?

    When I was a kid camping with my folks back in the day the little Shasta trailer we had only had an ice box, hand pump sink and a 2 burner propane stove and a single propane lantern type of light in it.. It did have some 120v power stuff if you plugged it in.. A single light and a single outlet..

    It would be a venture that only you can do for yourself and there is no way to tell how much it would cost in the end...

    Good luck and if you decide to take it on, post some pics of it, as we love that kind of stuff! :)

    Mitch
  • Anything is fixable. How handy in woodworking are you? How much do you want to put into this project? Those are the questions you need to ask.
  • Any pictures? 1952 TT wil be a money pit but may be worth it.