Post by pnwmom10 on Mar 15, 2016 21:39:26 GMT -8
Its been a dream of mine to restore a camper! Today I bought a 1970 Ideal Camper for cheap. It has obvious water leaks. The previous over "tried" to restore it but now its basically just a blank canvas. No fridge, stove, sink, heater nothing but the bones. I started taking the paneling out and found water damage in the front left and the roof.
What would the first step be in restoring this. I would like to reseal? all the trim and do some type of sealant to ensure my hard work is protected. Teach me your ways! Is it really hard to take the outside siding off to see the damage? as easy as unscrewing the screws and pulling off? The electrical somehow is in great condition and works great. Also can I pretty much make up my own floorplan for anything? Where should the majority of the weight go front, back, middle? I want my camper to be as simple as possible. I will be using a hand pump with simple grey water tank and clean water tank under sink. Icebox for fridge, propane stone for outside. I will try to post pictures as I go and any help, tips, or comments on how to do this the correct way would be great. Thanks guys!
What would the first step be in restoring this. I would like to reseal? all the trim and do some type of sealant to ensure my hard work is protected. Teach me your ways! Is it really hard to take the outside siding off to see the damage? as easy as unscrewing the screws and pulling off? The electrical somehow is in great condition and works great. Also can I pretty much make up my own floorplan for anything? Where should the majority of the weight go front, back, middle? I want my camper to be as simple as possible. I will be using a hand pump with simple grey water tank and clean water tank under sink. Icebox for fridge, propane stone for outside. I will try to post pictures as I go and any help, tips, or comments on how to do this the correct way would be great. Thanks guys!
