raycycled
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Post by raycycled on Jan 23, 2016 6:37:32 GMT 10
Hi Ho all, as parts are near non existent for Sunliners, Dad and I are looking at getting a couple of windows made, and as with all these things, bulk runs bring the cost down so if you are interested get it touch, Ray
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raycycled
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Post by raycycled on Jan 24, 2016 6:15:36 GMT 10
Morning all, so just an update, have had a bunch of enquiries as to getting new side windows made, 10 wanted so far, i am doing a bit more research, as to sizes and if anyone has done this in the last 5 years, as for the front bubble windows a few leads out there to some already existing maker in Liverpool area Sydney, I am 5 mins from Liverpool, but yet to get any details or a phone number, after 2 hours of scrolling the lists archives ( time flies when your heads in the virtual cloud) nothing ! Ray 0408219663
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Post by JBJ on Jan 24, 2016 8:07:44 GMT 10
Hi,
I have an old contact for John Wells, who went under name of spyder on Foru.
0247218451, or spyder@tsn.cc on web
Humpty may have up to date cotact .
Spyder arranged the perspex windows.
Look on thread " Jailbarjuice Sunliner Restoration" on page 30 of members photo albums (if you havent already done so).
JBJ
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raycycled
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Post by raycycled on Jan 24, 2016 14:02:35 GMT 10
Afternoon JBJ, think I have the phone number from Gabby on the bubble windows going around there tomorrow to see if still in business will let the group know, Ray
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Post by gillkris on Feb 14, 2016 16:06:40 GMT 10
This is my van searching through "Our Touring Past" i worked out that its a 1958-59 Geelong variant.  The front windows are different in height to the back windows . Also they have a curved lip all the way around for the rubber seal. Lastly the cure around the left and right edge is different on the left side to the right side. This means that the left side front window, turned upside-down won't fit in the right side front . The same story for the rear windows. Left and right are different - I checked. Here are the pictures of the left windows.   |
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Post by gillkris on Feb 14, 2016 16:30:02 GMT 10
Ideally I would like to make an exact copy of these in polycarbonate (Lexan).
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Post by Rodnet on Feb 14, 2016 18:30:55 GMT 10
No windows on Sunnys are the same mate. Mine were made about 100mm all-round over size and then with your 4" angle you trim them to size after first making a cardboard template. A product named "corflute" is also good for pattern making' This is available from the big green shed in 1200x600 sheets Beer signs outside your local grog shop are made of the same, maybe he may have some old ones if you ask nicely. The windows are just curved and not "bubble".
If you care to send me a PM with your email address I will send you some pictures on how it is done
Good luck
Rod
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Post by rednose on Feb 15, 2016 11:27:14 GMT 10
Morning all, so just an update, have had a bunch of enquiries as to getting new side windows made, 10 wantedsearch, as to sizes and if anyone has done this in the last 5 years, as for the front bubble windows a few leads out there to some already existing maker in Liverpool area Sydney, I am 5 mins from Liverpool, but yet to get any details or a phone number, after 2 hours of scrolling the lists archives ( time flies when your heads in the virtual cloud) nothing ! Ray 0408219663 Hi Ray, Just joint this forum and saw your post. We have a Sunliner 1962 (?), unrestored and hope to restore it this year. The side window to the left of the door is broken. I don't know much about caravan restauration, but Iam a handyman! When you say windows,in this case a side window do you mean just the glass or the glass and seal ? Can I ring you on the mobile? Thanks and regards Rednose |
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Post by telemike on Feb 15, 2016 18:32:51 GMT 10
I may be interested in a set too. Depends a bit on what i end up doing with the van.
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Post by Rodnet on Feb 16, 2016 19:28:32 GMT 10
Michael, you requested some pictures and help mate, need your email address for that, please read your messages
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Post by gillkris on Feb 20, 2016 18:04:23 GMT 10
I feel we need to clarify - the topic here is "Sunliner bubble windows". The front and rear windows are curved around the corners and "bubble" vertically on my 1959 van. The side windows on my van have a fiberglass frame and are a flat piece of 3mm glass. The glass looks original.  |
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Post by Rodnet on Feb 20, 2016 18:10:45 GMT 10
Gil, all of the "bubble" windows that I have ever seen replaced on Sunnies are flat and not bubble as the original ones were. To my knowledge no one makes them
Rod
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Post by gillkris on Feb 21, 2016 11:46:51 GMT 10
Rod, I am determined to copy the shape of the windows for my van. I know, good luck to me.
Chris
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Post by Rodnet on Feb 21, 2016 16:15:38 GMT 10
With your determination mate, I reckon that you will romp it in.
Good luck Chris
Rod
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