Should You Replace Your Airstream Subfloor?

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The Subfloor is the foundation of the Airstream Trailer and in this video we discuss if you should replace it. We also discuss the different ways how to replace and Airstream Subfloor.
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@LHelbock 2 года назад

Everyone is always looking for a shortcut but there is no easy way to fix these trailers properly. Heed this gentleman's advice!!

@ClementsChr 3 года назад

I know it’s how it was originally done but is there any other specific reason to not attach the belly pan/banana wrap to the C-channel first and THEN have the shell overlap that? Just seems more water tight gravity wise?

@tycrouse 2 года назад

Thank you so much for this video. Looking at a recent year used trailer that had the subfloor replaced using the “cut around the c channel” method. This video saved us from paying top dollar for a trailer that isn’t sound and needs a proper floor replacement.

@ANDRENEWLIN 2 года назад

Great information. I'll be pulling the shell off of my '75. Thank you!

@MillerGarage 2 года назад

No problem, glad you found it useful! We recently launched our in-depth Airstream Renovation course Airstream U. We will be covering the full renovation process in detail. If you're interested, check it out at www.airstreamu.com

@craigmonteforte1478 Год назад

Nice Work ,Video and information ,

@DavidMosby Месяц назад

WOW , what a headache! I won't be doing that project!

@faithgrasso697 2 года назад

Good job.ty

@emilysandstrom2476 3 года назад

A way to kill mold - and it's not safe but from the old days - is to seal the dwelling in pie tins filled with formaldehyde until it ALL evaporates. Remove all foodstuff, and clean every surface thoroughly afterward. When all the formaldehyde evaporates, open all windows (and doors if possible) and leave open for 3 days. As I said: not safe.

@dubTuube 3 года назад

Great video, Ian! Question, what specific bolts do you use to secure the floor channel and also subfloor to frame?

@MattPriceGuitar 3 года назад

Great video with great information. Unfortunately I'm in the situation where I can't manage a full subfloor replacement but I do have some rot in my rear bathroom. What do you think would be the best temporary solution to mitigate further water damage and critter intrusion until we can actually do a full subfloor replacement?

@faithgrasso697 2 года назад

Spray foam

@johnmackey3937 Год назад

Subfloor in New Airstreams are a one piece composite that won't rot, etc, read features on Utube.

@803mastiff9 12 дней назад

What supports the sub floor at the rounded corners between 0 and 90 degrees?

@kooq544 3 года назад

Thank you Ian for this helpful video!! What is the material you use for repairing the chassis? What’s the thickness and size? My ‘ 76 Argosy needs to be repaired.

@MillerGarage 3 года назад

I generally use 1/8" steel plate for most repairs. It depends on the area of course. I am going to start making my own outriggers and that will most likely be 16 gauge steel.

@ronniecordle7196 3 года назад

63 ambassador shell off resto.Floor was totally rotted, frame in some/most spots exposed. I have no template of floor curvature to go by. My question is how much "play" in the front and rear curves would be acceptable?

@grupo3030 3 года назад

Hi Ian I have question does the plywood usually stick out past the outriggers because it seams like the shell is wider than my chassis

@bhtiii 2 года назад

I've got a 1956 Caravan 22' Airstream I've had since 1977 in the back country in Idaho. Now I'm in Washington state .I don't live in trailer any more but my wife wants me to fix it up so way can go camping on occasion. I'm concerned about sub floor and I know it has rot in front and back. So I'm looking at pulling up and replacing. Now the windows are single pane with the old crank. I have some glass that are broken and need to be replaced. I'm thinking I may have to drill out the rivets to replace glass or go to a newer style. What would you recommend?

@helotesberry 3 года назад

Ian - we have a mid 70s Excella we'd like to get the frame and floor redone on, belly pan and so forth. The interior was completely shot and we pulled that out. How can I get in touch with you?

@TheByrdBuggyProject Год назад

Does anyone have thoughts of replacing the subfloor in sections and then using a zillion mending brackets/braces along each join? Would that create rigidity/stability in a pieced together floor. I'm not in a place where I can do a hull off restoration I don't think. But it seems like cutting the wood and then bracing the living daylights out of it could be a workable alternative. I just won't be able to have a wooden floor with the unevenness created by the braces. But I also want the highest level of insulation possible and I'm sure carpeting will help immensely in warmth in the winter time.

@horizonsedgepromotions6588 5 месяцев назад

Curious what would be a guesstimated cost for your shop do this repair on a 1963 22' safari if it had moderate frame damage?....ive got my eye on one with an excellent shell & intact interior but the floor is rotten ...... & dont dis-similar metals in contact with each other accelerate corrosion by electrolysis .. ?.. some vague recollection from my youth as a machinist.. 😅

@mindbodyspirfit 10 месяцев назад

Do you have to remove the entire shell off in order to replace the subfloor? I'd love to send some photos and see what you think. My floor in my 1979 is pretty bad... thank

@carllapane4458 Год назад

Hi Ian, I just happen to see three ASs on the side of you garage. Two of them are cover with some plastic. I heard on FB not to do that but what do you see?

@1961Bullet 8 месяцев назад

How much is a full shell off floor replacement cost. A range of costs. Please.

@michelguerrerostudios 11 месяцев назад

Hi guys I would love to find the floor plan o blueprints to see the frame structure in the airstream 1969 land yatch safari one axel , is posible ? Thank you!!! ❤

@DanRorbach-zl1qi 5 месяцев назад

I have a 1967 Airstream Caravel. I'm thinking about rehabbing it but have no desire to remove the shell, clean and paint the frame, install under floor plumbing, tank, wiring and replace the floor and shell on my own. Would you contact me so I can receive an estimate cost, time log and where you are located?

@theturners48 Год назад

How much would you charge to help me do a frame off subfloor replacement? We are in San Marcos so I think we are close! I just got it so it's not ready, but I have some rot so I want to get an idea/prepare for the cost. I can bring it to you as well.

@abumzbum1869 3 года назад

The best subfloor? Marine plywood with resin coating?

@MillerGarage 2 года назад

The best would be Coosa

@LHelbock 2 года назад

That Coosa board sounded great till I saw the price...I'll be doing plywood with epoxy on my 1957 Avion 26 just like on my Avion C11 resto

@abumzbum1869 2 года назад

@@MillerGarage Would you recommend using treated wood at all? Ill be putting in vinyl flooring, so not sure how that would be for fumes.

@1961Bullet 8 месяцев назад

What about solid manmade recycled plastic? Like you countertops and tables are made. Zero chance of decay, water seepage, easily cit, drilled, etc.

@shekharmoona544 9 месяцев назад

Wouldn't coosa board be a better replacement?

@tenatra 8 месяцев назад

It's technically not as rigid as plywood and way more expensive. Also, you shouldn't attach anything directly to Coosa with a screw. It won't hold. You'll have to have something to fasten each screw from underneath. So increase body flex and added expense, but the trade off is weight savings with mold and water resistance. I'd rather have the coosa if I had the $.

@josephschmidt1747 9 месяцев назад

Why not put metal floor in?

@tenatra 8 месяцев назад

Weight and expense.

@MotoMatt Год назад

How do the frames get so bad on theses considering they’re covered?

@tenatra 8 месяцев назад

Condensation, leaks, trapped moisture, poor factory rust protection on the frame, and a lot of decades. When something is 30+ years old and seldom used, it's almost a guarantee it was neglected at some point.

@chrisanderson6611 4 месяца назад

Why would you replace the floor with something that will just rot out again? I am so disappointed in my airstream. It cost roughly the price of a house, and they use a cheap material for the floor that will rot out in 10 years?