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Post by Teachndad on Aug 13, 2016 4:22:51 GMT -8
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Post by nccamper on Aug 13, 2016 5:51:16 GMT -8
I like it. Very unusual layout but I wish they would have fixed the vent water damage before painting the outside. The tiles are interesting. A clever repair idea.
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Post by Poquito on Aug 13, 2016 5:54:34 GMT -8
It looks so clean and roomy in the pictures. Yes, I would want all the little details including photos it took to get it in this condition. For 10k I would want a documented trail, and if it passed inspection from a reliable source, (say'in if I was in the market for that size and price) I would be interested. There are some really nice rebuilt, restored campers out there waiting for the right person who does not want to do the work but wants to enjoy it-and of course show it off. LOL
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Post by girlandcoconut on Aug 13, 2016 7:11:04 GMT -8
Wow that's cool. but knowing what I know now, seeing that water damage by the vent makes me go hmmmmm. For most folks, myself included before I came here, I would have thought that was localized and also that if that was the only water damage I SAW, then that's all there was. Hanging out here for a bit, I know a tad better and wouldn't pay $9k for that no how no way no how unless as Poquito said there was meticulous picture documentation of what lies underneath and it all being good or having been repaired.
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Post by Poquito on Aug 13, 2016 8:00:38 GMT -8
Ohh, I did not look very closely at all the pics, yes the vent water damage, is a warning sign...I would expect that to be fixed properly at that price. So my offer would not be at that level. For 9-10k or whatever it is now that should of been taken care of. My 9k cents worth.
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Post by azshastanut on Aug 13, 2016 8:52:21 GMT -8
I have two 1957 Kenskill 16T's that have water damage at the vent. The only way to really fix the problem correctly is to take the roof skin off and replace the rotten wood. Kenskills are constructed with 2x2's. The structure surounding the vent and the rafters are also 2x2. They are sealed well and when water accumulates between the skin and the paneling and in the insulation it doesn't dry out and rots the whole area over time. Kenskill's are a high end trailer and it would not surprise me to see this unit go up to $15'000+ even with the water stains.
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Post by ladywendolyn on Aug 13, 2016 9:23:23 GMT -8
The upholstery is perfect! Thats the kind of work I like to see.
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Post by chametzoo on Aug 13, 2016 9:42:46 GMT -8
The value of this beauty and its plethora of original and period equipment and furnishings, would be dependent on how the thing was stored and used for the last 52 years. Not at all surprising though, to see some water has made it to the interior wood around the ceiling vent… it would be surprising if it was not there! I would be curious to know if there is water staining anywhere else not visible in these pictures, like in other vulnerable places such as where the front and rear walls meet the floors… inside of those under bench cabinets. Also, below the sills of all of those endless rows of windows on the street side. I notice that under the dinette table, from the sills to the floor, I see vertical wood panelling. Other areas below those sills are behind built in cabinets. Is that original on Kenskill's of this era? The predominant material is solid surface plywood everywhere else. It would be disappointing if that was "applied" to cover some more water staining. An in person inspection would tell the tale. If I were in the market for this trailer, those are the direct questions I would be asking even before a road trip to San Clemente, CA for an in person, conditional inspection. Buying these rigs sight unseen, is harrowing. I did it myself… paid too much for what appeared to be a beauty and ended up with a major rebuild I wasn't expecting. But I'm real happy with the results ! BTW… Teachndad, you've got great taste! This trailer is very unique and with everything I said above, I still think this one is likely to be in good shape under the skin and more or less road ready. Just the fact that much was spent on those upholstered cushions and curtains is a good sign that this is not your average paint and flip deal. Also… the absence of all the glamping crap… whoever did this, at least has good taste! You gonna bid?!
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Post by mobiltec on Aug 13, 2016 11:34:13 GMT -8
The layout is an exact copy of my 59. I love the way the interior panel finish came out. Someone knew what they were doing there. I still haven't figured out how to do that finish.
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Post by vintagebruce on Aug 13, 2016 12:19:20 GMT -8
I'll simply chime in and agree it is a terrific layout inside.
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Post by msgoehring on Aug 13, 2016 13:44:06 GMT -8
The layout is an exact copy of my 59. I love the way the interior panel finish came out. Someone knew what they were doing there. I still haven't figured out how to do that finish. Hey la, don't worry about not knowing that finish as they don't either, they say in the ad all the paneling is original including the stained one they left around the vent for their "personal preference".
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Post by msgoehring on Aug 13, 2016 13:50:59 GMT -8
Maybe I'm just cranky cause it's been a crappy few weeks body wise and I'm feeling worse not better, but this seems too good to be true. Maybe a high desert stow away kept safe all these years, but I bet they didn't replace any wood just the vent and called it good. And I don't like how dull the "new" paint is next to the shined aluminum. The holiday houses paint jobs have more shine than that. I'll watch it to see how high and cause I do like it also, but I'm just not so sure on the great condition.
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Post by turbodaddy on Aug 13, 2016 15:31:19 GMT -8
Very cool interior design. I agree with chametzoo, it looks so clean and uncluttered without all the usual crap, spacious even. Is that a household toilet? If I had the $ and it really isn't hiding rot I'd grab this one in a heartbeat!
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Post by Deleted on Aug 13, 2016 17:11:54 GMT -8
Curious, where does one sleep? Front couch pull out? It surely is an awesome layout.
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Post by ladywendolyn on Aug 13, 2016 17:14:07 GMT -8
The layout is an exact copy of my 59. I love the way the interior panel finish came out. Someone knew what they were doing there. I still haven't figured out how to do that finish. The finish looks like something other than Shellac. It's so pale. Any idea what it could be?
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