[VAC] Re: Modifications on a 1962 Globetrotter

[Scott & Lise Scheuermann]

Jeff, believe it or not the window glass in a '62 Globetrotter is ordinary glass. You can go to your local glass shop, or perhaps a hardware store and will cost you just a few bucks. Some people are afraid of the glass, but my experience tells me otherwise. In 40 years of usage, my trailer has broken only 1 window. Yes it was a bit of mess to clean up, but nothing a good vaccume cleaner could not handle. If the window frame no longer has the retainer stripping to hold the glass in you will need to purchase some. I am told that it is available through Hehr Corp., the maker of the windows. I do not know what the part number is but I am sure someone else on the list knows.   Water heaters generally run off of either propane or propane and electric (120V). I do not know of any water heater that uses 12V. Prices at Camping World range from $200 to $400, plus installation.   I get the impression that you want to dry camp (no hookups). If the water heater is original, then you may have a "base" version of the Globetrotter. You may wish to check and be sure that the trailer has a black water tank as I do not know when they became standard equipment. They were not just a couple of years earlier. Unless a wash (grey) water tank has been added over the years it will not have one.     As for price---that's a tough one. Depending on the area of the country and the condition of the trailer I would say anywhere from 2 to 7 thousand. You may want to check the classified adds at www.airstream.net to give you more ideas on a fair price.   Scott Scheuermann 1960 Overlander ----- Original Message ----- From: Jeff Griffin To: Multiple recipients of VACList Sent: Tuesday, March 13, 2001 3:48 PM Subject: [VAC] Modifications on a 1962 Globetrotter I'm interested in buying a 1962 Globetrotter. I've determined that the rear window is missing, and an air conditioner was installed. The window frame and surrounding panels have not been cut or modified during the installation of the air conditioner. The owner does not have the original window. Are replacement windows available, and how much do they cost?   Also, the water heater runs on 120-volt AC...what would be the cost to replace it with a heater that runs on both coach and shore power? Is it realistic to run the heater from a portable generator, or should I replace the heater?   Finally, what is a reasonable price for the '62 Globetrotter in good condition...I'm looking for a price range not an exact book value.   Thanks in advance for you help.   Jeff