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Judy
72 27 International Ambassador
Dave & Jessi Christensen wrote:
> I have been lurking for a while now.I was originally on the airstream
> discussion list when I didn�t know there was also a vintage list.I
> think I understand why there are two lists and I have now switched to
> the vintage discussion.
>
> We purchased our Airstream in May and I have replaced a few of the
> tambour doors.I got the material from Charlie at American Way RV in
> Boise ID (800) 345-6651.It was $243 delivered to Michigan (4�X8�
> sheet).Apparently they changed the groove thickness in the
> mid-seventies.The older variety is a little narrower.When working with
> the older units, the backing must be removed for the doors to work
> properly.There are also (2) flavors of brown � older and newer.
>
> I am very happy with the new doors, but a few of the metal handles are
> missing.I was told they are unavailable.They are an aluminum extrusion
> that spans the entire door in a dingy brass finish.
>
> Does anyone have a source for these??
>
> Thanks in advance.
>
> Dave & Jessi Christensen
>
> �71 Overlander International
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
> [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]On Behalf Of Don Hardman
> Sent: Monday, July 24, 2000 3:55 PM
> To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
> Subject: [VAC] Tambour Doors
>
> If you have ever tried to repair the Tambour doors or try to get them
> to slide a little better you know how frustrating it can be. In most
> cases what has happened over time is that the Tambour material has
> just worn out and separated and there is very little that can be done
> to repair it. I recently found a source for Tambour stock that I
> believe provides a very good match to the Tambour doors in the mid
> 70's trailers such as my 76. Although all of the overhead compartment
> Tambour doors were in very good condition, the cabinet doors under the
> sink and next to the fridge and under the TV table were pretty bad and
> did not slide in the tracks very well. Winona Manufacturing, Inc. has
> a wood grain vinyl that should work perfect. The stock numbers are 264
> and 231EF This material is on 1/2" centers where the slats bend and
> 5/32" thick and has 60 degree groves and is recommended by them for RV
> and Marine vehicles. The stock come in a 48" X 96" sheet and they
> quoted me 1pc at $64.08 plus shipping.
>
> Their web site is www.winonamanufacturing.comI
>
> The sales rep I have spoke to is , Judy Lycke at (800)-Tambour ext 120
> and her e-mail is [EMAIL PROTECTED]
>
> Hope this may be of help.
>
> Don Hardman
>
> 1976 Sovereign
>
