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I used a small tack puller placed under the head with a little pressure along with the power screw driver. The ones that are rusted clear off will at least release the heads. I am replacing them all with stainless steel Phillips head.

If you are using a water based mastic you may be OK, but most everything else will dissolve Styrofoam. We use foam for model railroad base and have to use latex calk and other water based materials for glues.

I have to remove the siding from the outside to replace the beams and the top support board. There isn't much left of the staples they used. I think another thing we need to do is make sure there is ventilation while these things are stored so the condensation doesn't build up in the walls and...

Janice, you might want to get a Hepa air filter, or two one for the camper and one for the house. We used one for years and we gave it to our oldest son who has breathing problems now and again. Amazon.com: HEPA Air Purifiers: Home & Kitchen Charlie

That's a good idea Sam, and install it by squeezing it in don't stretch it. GM, Be careful using exterior paint inside because some of it is designed to "shed" a little every time it rains and will streak. I am different, I like a glossy finish, probably because I did so many paint jobs...

You might get lucky, and be able to use #8, or what ever is in it. I recommend stainless because the devils in mine are rusting even where there isn't water damage. Ebay was the best price I could find, I got 500 for the body and 250 # 8 for the windows. Your windows install different then the...

The rubber in the moldings just covers the screws, but if it is in place the screws have less chance of leaking. That rubber is available almost any trailer dealer, even some horse trailers use it look at the range of prices here. sometimes you really are not getting what you pay for. Rubber...

Well, GM it really doesn't look too bad. a little cleaning will show you what needs to be done but all in all it looks like a good project. Great pictures.

That is what I am doing right now. I got the tape on ebay, 1 inch wide, but it is not as sticky as what they used at the factory. I may try butyl caulking under the moldings and around the windows too along with the tape. I don't want to ever do this rebuild again, and cleaning up a mess from...

Probably number one on the list will be new tires. they shouldn't be over 10 years old and that is stretching it. Just go all over it, look for loose screws, etc. Remove all the windows, moldings and lights and reseal them. don't skimp here. Check the roof and remove the vents and reseal. When...

I read somewhere that it was Walmart and Home Depot policy to allow overnight stopping but there are some communities that outlawed it due to lobbying from local camp ground owners. I would prefer a campground, especially with dogs, but I can see the need for rest sometimes beats an...

I also should mention some lights will mount either way. Make sure all the drain holes are to the bottom. In 1976 I was walking the new Ford truck lot and noticed 6 or 7 turn signal lights full of water. they would mount either way and the ones with water were upside down. I had the body man...

Slider is giving good advise. as for the lens itself, only seal at the top, there are drain holes in the bottom to let water and moisture out.

Thanks Sam, I was hoping I could do that. I am hoping to replace the aluminum siding with fiberglass too. I found a place that has a roll for a reasonable price but I have to go back to see how long the roll is. I will need 52 feet and it appears to be 3/32 in thick. I have worked with...

Why not sell it as is to someone who wants a Hilo and is willing to rebuild it? Travel trailers in good shape are too easy to find for little money. another month and there will be more coming on the market. If you want a bigger one they are out there in decent shape starting as low as $500...

I had a young boy that just turned 18 help me with a repaint on a diesel switcher (SW7) for a tourist line 22 years ago. He became the fireman when they got a steam locomotive, and went on to the Western Maryland Scenic where he was trainmaster. He is now the chief mechanical officer at the...

Hello group. I am getting into a major, but only on the right side, all I need for the left is to reseal everything to prevent the damage. If someone has had a side off can you tell me if I can remove it without tearing down the ceiling. I have no water damage to the ceiling but the...

If you remember steam whistles fondly you might be interested in Union Pacific railroad that still has several steam locomotives in service, and has just removed a "Big Boy" 4-8-8-4 from the park at Pomona and taken it to Cheyenne to rebuild it and place in service for excursions. It should be...

You probably have hidden water leaks so therefore mold. Can't fix one with out fixing the other. Look around the top of the roof inside for signs of water damage, and around all the window openings. The marker lights can leak enough water to allow mold to grow behind the paneling without...

Thanks Greg My BIL lives some place in California but I don't know where, we had planned on meeting at my SIL in Phoenix next year so that is probably as close as we will get.

Beach papa, I am about to embark on the same repairs to my 1994 and I thank you for the instructions. I don't have a place inside to work so I just bought a very heavy shelter floor to use as a tarp, it will add 110 pounds to the lifting weight but it will keep everything dry. I will not be...

I figured from your location you wouldn't be far from it. Probably close enough the railfans drive you nuts.:D I am also a retired railroader (I was chief cook and bottle washer of a shortline) and modeler, so I try not to appear over enthusiastic

I know they are not all alike but here is some pictures of mine. Maybe some one else has some idea what you are looking for

The antenna is for a railroad radio. We were out watching trains when I took the picture. The radio is on the roof too, that way I could hear it from our perch higher up under a highway overpass. We can hear the hot box detectors that are located 5 miles from this location in each direction...

Hi Joel. Mine is under a plastic swivel cover in the rear ceiling in the bathroom, it plugs into a 110 plug at the rear of the wardrobe. Be sure to unplug it before lowering.