Homestar's new home?

**Homestar** · 8th January 2018, 08:43 AM

Bit of an update - copied straight from the Classic Caravan forum, so if you've seen it there, there's nothing new here...

So a heap done today - just cleaning and going through every cupboard to see what was in there. Found some gems too. 😊

The video above shows the interior looking quite good, I really could get away with using like it is, it really doesn't need anything doing to it. Below arw a few shots fo the interior.

Club lounge is comfy enough - spent a bit of time kicking back in it having a cuppa or two.

BA2BECD2-C503-40E0-ABA2-7139A8202106 by Gavin Gregory, on Flickr

Bedroom with top bunks removed - the beds will stay like this - at least for the time being, depends on what SWMBO thinks, but certainly our first two trips out in it will be just as it is.

DE638AA7-CF0D-4941-8B1E-B740BC4D38AC by Gavin Gregory, on Flickr

Found 2 sets of towing mirrors, a set of load levellers with the hitch plate to suit, and 2 drawbars off something.

14465AA2-2099-48EC-A158-2878F2FCB398 by Gavin Gregory, on Flickr

Found a set of cards while cleaning up - 1953 Coronation decks - mint condition cards in the box which is slightly worn, but the cards have never been used I don't think.

E2893FBE-0C9C-4908-A0D4-D23861A13E2B by Gavin Gregory, on Flickr

2B5291D0-E0CD-42CC-9BCF-0807592EA8DC by Gavin Gregory, on Flickr

Then put the back bit on where the AC vents as the old hinges had rusted off.

418D4C57-85DB-4EDF-935B-D7ECF137FF00 by Gavin Gregory, on Flickr

Then gave the whole van a tub - it looks so much better without the lichen all over it.

623268E7-E6D5-4CF2-B0BA-2C4C5F36E51C by Gavin Gregory, on Flickr

E2CD541F-1C94-4E7F-B509-2F25EF116DB6 by Gavin Gregory, on Flickr

Will try and get back to it 1 night a week and start re sealing the windows and J moulds as this is the next biggest job getting it ready to use. As no one has been near it with silastic I should have an easier time than the Franklin. 😊

**Homestar** · 8th January 2018, 08:56 AM

And a quick tour of the interior.

**Chops** · 8th January 2018, 09:20 AM

Looking good Gav

**Homestar** · 11th January 2018, 10:16 AM

The eagle eyed might have noticed the front awning thingy was removed, it was hanging by a thread when I went to have a look at it, so I took it home and have been rebuilding it. All new hardware which is still available easily, then sanded and painted the siding. Used a gloss enamel (Killrust gloss white) and sprayed it to see what sort of finish I can get. Much better than a paintbrush, but much more involved too, so not sure if I'll continue or not yet with this.

A couple of pics.

During painting,

EADE4E71-8958-43BB-93CF-F5C3620E68AA by Gavin Gregory, on Flickr

After painting and reassembly which has made it much more solid and sturdy. I think it still needs another coat, but I'd assembeled it by the time I noticed, it can get a final coat when I do the rest ofnthe van. It will do for now. It's screaming out for some sort of graphic on it - any ideas? Needs to keep within the theme of a 70's van though, so nothing too modern.

9A755977-9401-4443-BDD7-0C288D7FFD70 by Gavin Gregory, on Flickr

**Milton477** · 11th January 2018, 11:02 AM

That is in amazing condition for an old van. Watching the refurbishment with interest.

**Chops** · 11th January 2018, 11:21 AM

Originally Posted by Homestar

The eagle eyed might have noticed the front awning thingy was removed, it was hanging by a thread when I went to have a look at it, so I took it home and have been rebuilding it. All new hardware which is still available easily, then sanded and painted the siding. Used a gloss enamel (Killrust gloss white) and sprayed it to see what sort of finish I can get. Much better than a paintbrush, but much more involved too, so not sure if I'll continue or not yet with this.

A couple of pics.

During painting,

EADE4E71-8958-43BB-93CF-F5C3620E68AA by Gavin Gregory, on Flickr

After painting and reassembly which has made it much more solid and sturdy. I think it still needs another coat, but I'd assembeled it by the time I noticed, it can get a final coat when I do the rest ofnthe van. It will do for now. It's screaming out for some sort of graphic on it - any ideas? Needs to keep within the theme of a 70's van though, so nothing too modern.

9A755977-9401-4443-BDD7-0C288D7FFD70 by Gavin Gregory, on Flickr

Awwwe, Gavvv,,, thanks for making my replacement

Yeah yeah, I know,, don’t forget to close it when I take off next time

**Homestar** · 11th January 2018, 12:19 PM

Chops, you can have the awning - for something else off your van - just a straight swap...

I'll get back to you on what I'll swap it for... 😇

I do like your fridge quite a lot....

**Homestar** · 11th January 2018, 12:24 PM

Originally Posted by Milton477

That is in amazing condition for an old van. Watching the refurbishment with interest.

Thanks. 😊

Yes, it is in amazing condition for its age, but does need plenty of TLC. It sat unused in the original owners yard for nearly 30 years. Eventually it should looks close to what it did when it left the factory in 1971 but I've got plenty to do. I will be using the van while restoring it, so just need to get it usable for Corowa and Cooma for a start. If you're coming to either of those you'll get to see it in person if you want. 👍😊

**Homestar** · 12th January 2018, 06:21 PM

Awning repainted and refitted with all new hardware.

8221CFDD-64B7-4D1C-B117-3DEB621109FE by Gavin Gregory, on Flickr

And here's how it's supposed to look before driving off Chops... It makes it much more likely that it will be there for next time...

You're welcome... 👍😆

FF5BFA49-60C7-428E-80C9-8F379E002D91 by Gavin Gregory, on Flickr

**Pedro_The_Swift** · 13th January 2018, 07:06 AM

What about just a colour?
Franklin Yellow?

Photoshop time someone!

These are usually above the screen,,

Historically correct anyone?
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