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Post by krkptrk on Dec 4, 2014 11:24:27 GMT -8
![]() Purchased our first camper last summer (63 Trailblazer) while working in Wisconsin. Hauled her home to Oklahoma and now that Winter is upon us we've began the restoration in our shop. Luckily the camper was in excellent condition (for sitting in the woods for the past 15 years) so the restoration projects are sticking to updating the electrical, some minor face lifts, and re sealing the roof. Just wondering if there are any other trailblazer owners out there who could lend an ear to some first timers regarding the roof work. So glad to ![]() be a part of the trailer community. Life is good.  |
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Post by vintagebruce on Dec 4, 2014 17:55:03 GMT -8
 to VTT. That is a real nice looking trailer! There are a number of Members who will offer good advice about resealing the roof, amongst other things. I have a pic of a 1969 Trailblazer I saved because I like the shape and those "shutters".
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Post by vikx on Dec 4, 2014 21:08:12 GMT -8
Welcome!
"Resealing the roof":
Please do thorough research here on the board before doing any roof work. We try to be a Goop Free Zone. Usually, the roof itself doesn't leak, it's the edge trim/J rail putty that has failed. Sometimes the roof vent needs new putty as well.
Slathering roof sealant all over a roof never works and can even cause metal damage. A few photos will allow our members to understand what you're dealing with and offer constructive advice.
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Post by krkptrk on Dec 5, 2014 12:56:19 GMT -8
Thanks! I'll snap some pictures of the roof tonight while we work on the electric. I think it might have a small leak coming from the pipe vent in the ceiling. We've debated replacing it with an easier and more efficient crank vent but would hate to change the overall "vintage" look too much. Thoughts?
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Post by vikx on Dec 5, 2014 20:03:16 GMT -8
Again, we need to see it to help.
A vent pipe and roof vent (14" x 14") are generally not interchangeable... If the vent is a plumbing vent, you should be able to remove it, clean the roof and replace the putty.
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Post by krkptrk on Dec 15, 2014 10:15:04 GMT -8
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Post by vikx on Dec 15, 2014 21:40:59 GMT -8
The roof doesn't look bad at all! The old round vent is cool too. I'm thinking it might be better to replace it with a Fantastic Vent Fan but not necessary. Removing the round vent and re-puttying the flange will probably seal it. You could also shim that area up a little when it's open.
Roof edges are the old L shaped trim and do look gooped with something. If the trailer doesn't leak now, you might be able to get a few years out of it without new putty. It's a bit of a hard call; if you want to improve on what's there over this winter, then remove the edge trim and re-putty.
Beautiful little trailer, we're all looking forward to seeing more.
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Post by krkptrk on Dec 16, 2014 11:23:49 GMT -8
Thanks! We actually had to tear out the back corner over the weekend as water damage was discovered. Luckily it hadn't spread any further. I'll make sure to get the trim off and inspect the vent as it's looking like they are the suspect leak areas. After all the routine maintenance I've had to do on a sailboat for the last 5 years working on this trailer is like a dream come true. No tools falling in the water and everything is dry! Thanks again for the advice. This site has become a daily go to in our home.
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Post by mobiltec on Dec 16, 2014 15:33:55 GMT -8
Thanks! We actually had to tear out the back corner over the weekend as water damage was discovered. Luckily it hadn't spread any further. I'll make sure to get the trim off and inspect the vent as it's looking like they are the suspect leak areas. After all the routine maintenance I've had to do on a sailboat for the last 5 years working on this trailer is like a dream come true. No tools falling in the water and everything is dry! Thanks again for the advice. This site has become a daily go to in our home. I worked on quite a few vessels when I was a lot younger. The thing I hated the most besides bumping my head 30 times a day was losing parts and tools in the bilges. One thing I learned. If you lose something you were just using and it's not in front of you and it's not behind you, it's underneath you. At least when you are squatting in a trailer you are on a flat surface. |
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Post by tjewel on Feb 23, 2015 21:21:54 GMT -8
I have a 1966 Trailblazer that is 3rd in line for restoration! It is so cute with the shutters and during my research I read that it was the only trailer built with shutters! I am new to this forum so have not figured out how to post pics yet!
I will try to add some later of the cute trailblazer!
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Post by MarthaS on Feb 24, 2015 6:59:40 GMT -8
Our 1965 Friendship Vacationaire came with shutters too.  |
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Post by mick on Mar 14, 2015 21:17:15 GMT -8
Hi, I also have a Mid 60's Trailblazer. We bought it last fall but I'm just now beginning to tear into it. Did you find a VIN on yours. I've been unable to find one so far so I can't date mine exactly. It's the old "guy I bought it from told me that the guy he bought it from..." yeah yeah. A VIN would go a long way. Yours looks almost exactly like mine with two exceptions. Ours has double front Windows and it looks as if your shutters are narrower. How is yours laid out inside? Ours has the dinette to the right as you come in with the kitchen straight ahead closet and main bed to the left. You're only the second person I've ever known to own one so maybe between us we can find out about these neat little trailers!
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Post by ben on Mar 15, 2015 7:34:43 GMT -8
welcome . I also have a trailblazer it is a 1969 found it last year in walla walla Washington advertised as a camper for sale  |
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Post by mick on Mar 15, 2015 16:18:02 GMT -8
Ben, Great looking camper! Yours is the one I've seen the most pictures of, laid out differently. From where the Windows are I'm assuming yours has the main bed in the front and the gallery in the rear? How long Is yours? Hope you don't mind the questions. I'm just want to find out about this little known trailer of ours. It's like we're in a mini group within the vintage camper craze!
Mike
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Post by ben on Mar 16, 2015 9:00:21 GMT -8
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to VTT. That is a real nice looking trailer! There are a number of Members who will offer good advice about resealing the roof, amongst other things. I have a pic of a 1969 Trailblazer I saved because I like the shape and those "shutters".
