Eddie....that looks like a hinged drop floor on the rear that had a canvas type material around it. Is that the case, and how does the whole thing fold up? Got any pics of the top front with the ribs in place and no skin? Nice project! Doug
Yes I bought it from a guy in Edgewood, NM. It did have canvas on the hinged drop floor. It is a Covered Wagon design. I was told it is home made from the early 60's but I tend ti think it is from the mid 49's. here is my link
http://oldietrailer.shutterfly.com/
That will be an interesting rebuild! Can't wait to see progress on it. What material is the roof made of, and second, how do you think the curves are formed on top?
Your trailer reminds me of this covered wagon (circa 1930 or earlier). Covered exterior in leather.
Why just dance, when you can Salsa! Cliff & Vanessa
I am still searching for answers on this trailer, I looked up the Patent # on the old John Mansfield insulation and I come up with between 1933 and 1937 for the insulation dates of Patent. I know Patent now expires 20 years after the date of Patent but not sure before 1960. If this trailer was home built I am really impressed by the craftsmanship. I still think it is from the mid to late 40's
On a small piece of aluminum I found a date of March 14, 1945, I have it almost all the way torn apart and have found only rust under the sink that will have to be replaced. I will add some pictures tomorrow.
Here are some pictures of the rust and it cut out ready for replacement panel
And this is interesting, under the 1/2 inch plywood I found what was once the original floor. It looks like someone took a torch and cut the metal down the middle. I think half the floor was part of the bed.