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New to Avion or any other camper trailer

Posted: Mon Sep 13, 2021 8:48 pm
by SergioB
Hi Avion family,
So we are a family of 4 that just bought a 1986 34w Silver Edition. It’s completely gutted on the inside and we plan to make it into our house. We will be for sure asking you guys some questions!

Re: New to Avion or any other camper trailer

Posted: Mon Sep 13, 2021 10:20 pm
by silverloaf
Welcome to the forum! You have undertaken an ambitious but rewarding project. Sometimes it's better to start from scratch than a complete teardown. We are all here to help!

Re: New to Avion or any other camper trailer

Posted: Mon Sep 13, 2021 11:45 pm
by SergioB
Thanks Bob,
Hopefully we will make it our dream home!

Re: New to Avion or any other camper trailer

Posted: Thu Sep 16, 2021 10:01 pm
by SergioB
I need to correct something. I don’t have a 34w I have a 34v…sorry just realized it

Re: New to Avion or any other camper trailer

Posted: Fri Sep 17, 2021 7:24 pm
by silverloaf
Your biggest challenge is developing a wall and cabinet strategy that takes the curved walls into account. The good news is that Avions are not as aggressive on the curvature of walls as Airstream. But don't expect after-market cabinetry to conform to the wall profile.

I suggest developing a method of measuring the wall curvature (in degrees) relative to the floor. Develop your new re-mod plan in consideration of non-square walls.

Re: New to Avion or any other camper trailer

Posted: Sat Sep 18, 2021 2:30 am
by SergioB
Thanks Bob,
I have been actually thinking about that. I thought that I could use cardboard sheets, the big ones, and do a cutout that I could apply on the wood plank. I’ll try it. :geek:

Re: New to Avion or any other camper trailer

Posted: Sat Oct 02, 2021 10:53 am
by Razorback
Hi, Sergio. I am sorry it has taken me so long to welcome you, but WELCOME!! Congratulations on your 34V, and good luck with your project.