Just purchased a vintage camping trailer today
Finally, the search is over! I've been looking for something small, yet not too small, vintage, yet not archaic, a project, yet not a basket case money pit. Hopefully, this will do the job. It's an early 1960's Beeline "Wasp" (only 13'). After some minor body work, it will receive a more appropriate paint job. Likely back to the original factory pattern. We've got a perfect pair of baby half moon rims that should improve the appearance of the wheels too.
I can't wait to get started on the interior. I'm going to ultimately gut, install new wiring and plumbing, then use the original wood components as templates for new materials (with improvements and upgrades as appropriate). Insulation and ventilation are going to be main focal points. I've seen too many poorly designed campers that their owners suffer with during hot or cold weather. My mother-in-law is very skilled with upholstery and I enjoy woodworking, cabinetry, plumbing and electronics. Restoration projects are always a good challenge and I expect this will have it's gremlins too. This should be a fun, comfy and convenient trailer by Spring of 2008. [^]
Jim
I can't wait to get started on the interior. I'm going to ultimately gut, install new wiring and plumbing, then use the original wood components as templates for new materials (with improvements and upgrades as appropriate). Insulation and ventilation are going to be main focal points. I've seen too many poorly designed campers that their owners suffer with during hot or cold weather. My mother-in-law is very skilled with upholstery and I enjoy woodworking, cabinetry, plumbing and electronics. Restoration projects are always a good challenge and I expect this will have it's gremlins too. This should be a fun, comfy and convenient trailer by Spring of 2008. [^]
Jim
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By Golly, that just looks like a worthwhile project.
I expect we'll get "during" and "after" pix, no?0 -
Got any inside pics? 0 -
We had one like that once we named it the humpindoor!
Basically a hump and a door. Looks like a fun project indeed!0 -
That is SWEET. Are the walls Maple? 0 -
enjoy paying for that extra axle on toll roads. its why they invented pickup bed trailers.[;)] 0 -
Jim..thats nice looks to be in great shape for the yr..looks like a scotty [brand] kinda..enjoy it ..better than a tent huh! [^][:D]beeline huh..cool [8D]..Loko 0 -
quote:This should be a fun, comfy and convenient trailer by Spring of 2008.
Great! I will be wanting to borrow it about then.[^]0 -
Dang, that looks good. I'd be happy with it like it is. 0 -
Did the same project this spring only with a truck camper. Put the roof coating on, took out a wall and used the new space for a new, longer bed-table seating, and a new floor. It is a load, @1000 lbs. But no farther than I take it to camp at the lake near home it ain't bad. Material and all I have @ $300 in it. 0 -
i like it, i see them for sale now and then but not in that good of shape ranging from 500-1,500 0 -
GREAT FIND!! 0 -
Cool !!! where s the crapper? 0 -
Enjoy your project![;)]
I'm sure it will turn out nice.0 -
neat have fun . check the wheel bearings 0 -
fumagate it. no joke. do it and be done. park it in flat custom pans of water to keep ants and ground bugs from finding it when not in use. you know, like drip pans. 0 -
Now you just a vw vintage bus from the 60's to pull it. It should be a fun project. 0 -
Cool little trailer! I bought an early 70's 14' camper last Oct. for $1000 and took it to our lease. It looks a lot like yours, of course down here the small window a/c comes in handy. It has a potty, elec. refrigerator, gas range, and a gas light in addition to elec. lighting. Perfect for a lone hunter or a couple. (read no guests)
Keep us posted on your progress, I might need some pointers.[:)]0
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