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Post by campparadise on May 6, 2021 11:55:08 GMT -8
Hello everyone, new guys here. We recently let emotions steer our decision to buy a 72 Shasta Compact that was described as good usable condition. Long story short, it has significant rot in areas and has gone from being our summer adventure to our summer restoration. Aside from overpaying for it, we are still excited for the potential and plan to get to work on her soon. I'm sure we will have plenty of questions but looks like this is the place where we'll find the answers. I'll try to post some pictures as soon as I figure out how š there she is  PXL_20210503_163023057 by Paul Paradis, on Flickr |
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Post by nccamper on May 6, 2021 12:56:28 GMT -8
Welcome!
"it has significant rot in areas and has gone from being our summer adventure to our summer restoration."
Most people here can relate;-)
Two resources from our members you should check out:
Some excellent videos at cannedhamtrailers.com
And a great book at vintagetrailerrepairmanual.weebly.com/
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Post by Hamlet on May 6, 2021 16:14:47 GMT -8
Welcome!
"it has significant rot in areas and has gone from being our summer adventure to our summer restoration."
Most people here can relate;-) Hamlet resembles that remark! |
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Post by nccamper on May 6, 2021 17:32:33 GMT -8
Just once Iād like to read a thread from a new owner who said āI was hoping for a great project and I was so disappointed when we took it apart and there was no rotā ;-)
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Post by vikx on May 6, 2021 19:37:03 GMT -8
"No Rot": I got one! I got one! After over 25 years... Oddly enough, both the 57 Shasta 1500s were in good condition. Sundance had a little rot but it wasn't serious.
Welcome Camp Paradise. Looking forward to your build.
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Post by campparadise on May 9, 2021 7:59:16 GMT -8
Thanks for the welcome. We have started peeling the skin away and it's a bit frightening. Hopefully we can make it serviceable again and didn't just toss our money away. š I'm sure we will be seeking/needing some moral support during this adventure.
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Post by Hamlet on May 9, 2021 15:29:03 GMT -8
You CAN make it way more than serviceable. Hamlet (early Compact) was full of rot, missing cupboards and stove, windows were gone or broken, and the roof was caved in. He is now a little showpiece with glowing birch, double bed, mini potty/shower room and plenty of storage. Weāve had him for a dozen years and he still turns heads. You can do this. Check out vikxās book and mobiltecās vidĆ©os and you will have something that will provide many, many years of adventures and enjoyment.
Welcome and best wishes with your project! Take your time, enjoy this part of the journey and post pictures of your progress.
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