Gilda : 1966 26' Airstream Overlander
As a ’66 Airstream Overlander that had already been completely gutted, Gilda was in less than great shape when we first towed her from the salty Oregon Coast to our custom Airstream workshop in Bend, Oregon. From the frame and propane lines, to the sub-flooring, interior skins, and everything in between, we had to rebuild and repair almost every inch of Gilda. While this presented quite a challenge, it also gave us a blank slate to work with in designing our very first Airstream travel trailer. For Gilda, we went with what we thought a modern travel trailer should be—a thoughtfully crafted space with a bright, open-concept design. Today, Gilda sleeps four, offers ample storage space, remains usable when not plugged in, and is as welcoming and quaint as can be.
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The Custom Airstream Renovation For Gilda Included:​​
Restoration
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Frame repairs
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New spray foam insulation
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New belly pan
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Exterior polishing
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New interior skins
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New electrical wiring
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New Propane Lines
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New Subfloor
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New water tanks
Rebuild
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Engineered hardwood flooring
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Custom built-ins
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Nature's Head composting toilet
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Custom tiled shower
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Custom front dinette with storage
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Custom dinette cushions
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Telescoping dinette table (two sleep 2 additional people)
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Two Fan-Tastic Fans
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Two Propane Heaters
Resources
After purchasing high-quality Airstream windows from Vintage Trailer Supply, we replaced nearly all the windows on Gilda. We also fabricated new interior skins, the aluminum for which was purchased from Air Parts Inc. With this particular Airstream restoration project, we installed fresh exterior lights and lenses, as well as new water tanks. For the water tanks and all high-quality reproduced vintage Airstream parts and accessories, we turned to Vintage Trailer Supply.
Kitchen/Dinette
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Puck Lights from Home Depot (Marine pucks are better)
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La Toscana Kitchen Faucet from Home Depot
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Magnetic Knife Holder from Ikea
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Hexagon Backsplash from Julian Tile
Bedroom
Bathroom
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Dresser Knobs from Anthropologie
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Wall Sconces from Etsy
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Glass Square Tile from American Olean
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Blue Penny Tile from AUC in BRP-3090
Systems
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30lb Propane Tank from Home Depot
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Fan-Tastic Fan Vent - white exterior from Amazon, grey exterior from Vintage Trailer Supply