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Post by mtucson on Jan 6, 2016 19:03:47 GMT -8
Our 1973 Skyline only had one window screen when we got it and it was attached by a separate wooden frame, on the inside, like a picture frame. Does that sound right? Unfortunately I don't remember how they handled the crank handle which I think would be in the way. I've tried looking online for pictures and wonder if the screen really should be spliced into the original window frame and the separate frame thing was a stop gap solution at some point. Is it feasible to make wooden screen frames that attach with magnets? I'm so confused?  |
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Post by nccamper on Jan 6, 2016 19:50:58 GMT -8
The campers I've owned have the screen designed to slip in a slot on the frame. Are you trying to match the screen that was there? Can you upload some photos of the window frame (inside) for us to see?
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Post by novrmyhed on Jan 7, 2016 6:23:02 GMT -8
Our 1973 Skyline only had one window screen when we got it and it was attached by a separate wooden frame, on the inside, like a picture frame. Does that sound right? Unfortunately I don't remember how they handled the crank handle which I think would be in the way. I've tried looking online for pictures and wonder if the screen really should be spliced into the original window frame and the separate frame thing was a stop gap solution at some point. Is it feasible to make wooden screen frames that attach with magnets? I'm so focused? If your screens do slip into slots inside the window (as mine do), you can purchase aluminum screen framing at the local big box hardware stores. (around $4 for an 8ft length) The framing I purchased at Lowe's was the same thickness as the original. The PO of my trailer had an A/C unit in the front middle jalousie window and had pitched the screen. I have not built the screen as of yet. |
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Post by trailertrasher on Jan 7, 2016 21:32:00 GMT -8
M, If you have the windows below,then there are no provision for screens. There was either a wood picture frame of sorts with the mesh stapled to the back. A hole was drilled for the handle to pass. You can use an extended shaft handle or there are spacers available too. Any trim wood that fits your liking will do.. There was also some 1-1/2" +- aluminum frames on some trailers with these windows very similar in appearance to the wood ones,but often had tabs to install storm covers. I have yet to actually see any of the storm covers as they were probably a nuisance to keep in the trailer. <a href="http://photobucket.com/" target="_blank"><img src="http://i227.photobucket.com/albums/dd106/amctogo/IMAG0354.jpg" border="0" alt=" photo IMAG0354.jpg"/></a> <a href="http://photobucket.com/" target="_blank"><img src="http://i227.photobucket.com/albums/dd106/amctogo/IMAG0361.jpg" border="0" alt=" photo IMAG0361.jpg"/></a> |
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Post by mtucson on Jan 8, 2016 6:58:35 GMT -8
Ahh, this picture looks like what I remember and drilling a hole in the wooden frame sounds like it would work. Seeing as there are no frames/screens currently, we can make the frames whatever thickness and color we want. (We can only have the trailer home on the weekends (HOA) so I try to resolve issues without having the opportunity to just walk outside and look.) Thanks!!
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Post by mobiltec on Jan 8, 2016 9:08:58 GMT -8
M, If you have the windows below,then there are no provision for screens. There was either a wood picture frame of sorts with the mesh stapled to the back. A hole was drilled for the handle to pass. You can use an extended shaft handle or there are spacers available too. Any trim wood that fits your liking will do.. There was also some 1-1/2" +- aluminum frames on some trailers with these windows very similar in appearance to the wood ones,but often had tabs to install storm covers. I have yet to actually see any of the storm covers as they were probably a nuisance to keep in the trailer. <a href="http://photobucket.com/" target="_blank"><img src="http://i227.photobucket.com/albums/dd106/amctogo/IMAG0354.jpg" border="0" alt=" photo IMAG0354.jpg"/></a> <a href="http://photobucket.com/" target="_blank"><img src="http://i227.photobucket.com/albums/dd106/amctogo/IMAG0361.jpg" border="0" alt=" photo IMAG0361.jpg"/></a> It's so good to have you here Chris. You are a wealth of information.... |
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Post by trailertrasher on Jan 9, 2016 0:07:40 GMT -8
M, your welcome! I once lived in an HOA, Never again!!! Larry, That would be an impoverished wealth of information LOL.. Thank you for your kind words.... Here's a few of the aluminum frames that were available: <a href="http://photobucket.com/" target="_blank"><img src="http://i227.photobucket.com/albums/dd106/amctogo/IMAG3810.jpg" border="0" alt=" photo IMAG3810.jpg"/></a> <a href="http://photobucket.com/" target="_blank"><img src="http://i227.photobucket.com/albums/dd106/amctogo/IMAG3812.jpg" border="0" alt=" photo IMAG3812.jpg"/></a> |
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