sunny62
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1956 Homemade bondwood,1968 Adelma
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Post by sunny62 on Jan 6, 2014 17:11:50 GMT 10
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Post by sage60a on Jan 7, 2014 6:48:20 GMT 10
Hi yes I am looking at buying it, does anyone know how hard it would be to restore??
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Post by Deleted on Jan 7, 2014 7:08:19 GMT 10
does anyone know how hard it would be to restore?? It's probably one of those "how long is a piece of string?" situations. Some may find it very difficult while others may not have any issues. To me it looks like a lot of hard work and fibreglass repairs probably require a fair degree of skill....especially if you want to achieve invisible repairs? There was a recent thread about another glass van for sale (Sunliner?) that suffered the same fate, and I have vague recollections of a couple of our resident glass experts posting some valuable opinions about the restoration prospects. Those comments may also relate to this Tassie van. Unfortunately I can't find the thread. Maybe it's been archived or deleted? Good luck! Helen |
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Post by JBJ on Jan 7, 2014 7:46:08 GMT 10
Hi
I have rebuilt a Sunliner & have a fair idea of what is involved.
I personally feel the roof & rear window repairs are way beyond the ability of anyone other than an experience fibreglasser to carry out properly.
The one I did was better than this one, & it took me around 18 months of fairly continuous work, & well over $10000 to rebuild.
This van could be rebuilt given enough input of time, skills & mostly money.
I know they are a desirable van, but even in an undamaged state the original build quality was very average (at best).
The quality of the fibreglassing was OK, using a different system than presently used to construct. But repairs made would be compatible with original glass work.
The front & rear windows are not the original ones, & appear to very quickly fitted, judging by the way the corner infill has been knocked out.
The van would have to be dissasembled internally to remove the inside fibreglass lining, to allow access to repair the roof. My experience in removing the internal panels told me that they can be very difficult to get back in place correctly, because they can distort when removed & stored.
Its always an unknown rebuilding any van, but can be an enjoyable experience most of the time.
Look thru the Sunliner rebuild threads here before you make up your mind, then go with your decision & stick with it until you complete it.
JBJ
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Post by akeepsake on Jan 7, 2014 20:29:55 GMT 10
Hi I am travelling past this van Thursday and would be happy to look / take photos for anyone if required . You'll need to get address and availability for a look! Drop me a pm Cheers Andrew  |
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Post by Franklin1 on Jan 7, 2014 20:57:53 GMT 10
This van was listed on Gumtree on the 4th Dec 2013 for sale at $300, but didn't stay listed long and the advert was pulled after a few hours. You can see the original listing here: Gumtree advertIf you are seriously interested in this van, make sure you haggle hard. I doubt whether you will be stampeded in any rush. cheers, Al. |
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Post by sage60a on Jan 12, 2014 10:32:23 GMT 10
Oops I did buy the sunliner. She has a lot of damage at the front but hopefully that will be fixed soon. I have already fallen in love with her. That means trouble!!! I would love some advice on restoration vs renovation? I am totally green so any advice would be greatly appreciated. Thanks
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