Aluminum window sourcing...

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Aluminum window sourcing...

Postby jdaan » Sun May 01, 2011 12:39 pm

I'm at the window and hardware buying stage of my build, and am having a tough time finding the right windows. The crank-out style sold by lil-bear are great, but they no longer have the mill finish frames, and I can't find them anywhere else. I'm really trying to keep the exterior all aluminum. Anyone know of a place to get windows with unpainted aluminum frames? There are places that will make custom rv windows, but I'm looking to not spend a fortune as well.

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Postby doug hodder » Sun May 01, 2011 8:06 pm

Custom RV windows and not willing to spend a fortune.....now that's kinda humorous! I too wanted a mill finish..but went with the black. I've re- painted up the exterior trim to match on a number of them...seemed to be the easiest/cheapest way to go. I've done them green, gold and dark charcoal metallic. A silver metallic might work for your look. Just take your time taping and prep them well. Doug
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Postby CliffinGA » Sun May 01, 2011 10:15 pm

Vintek has a 2 jalousie window 18 x 15

http://teardroptrailerparts.com/Windows___Doors.php

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Postby jdaan » Mon May 02, 2011 11:03 am

The jalousie windows do look nice. The price with shipping gets a little steep, but I'm considering it. Painting is also a good idea.

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Postby jdaan » Tue May 17, 2011 9:58 pm

Ended up with the louvered ones. Got them from Vintage Technologies. Great to deal with, and I love the windows.

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Postby CliffinGA » Tue May 17, 2011 10:15 pm

Looks great Justin, glad you found what you liked.

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Postby Bucko6 » Wed May 18, 2011 8:27 pm

Consider getting used windows from a salvage yard. I got a camper full for $20. Just takes some time polishing to get them looking fresh. I also head ald school bus windows but those are sliders rather than crank out. I also considered pulling windows from an old topper from a pickup. Good luck!
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