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Category: How-To

How-to information for restorers and DIYers.

Using Video to Help Sell Your Vintage Trailer
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Using Video to Help Sell Your Vintage Trailer

July 15, 2025June 17, 2026

If a picture is worth a thousand words, a video might be worth a sale. When it comes to selling…

Replacing the Electric Brakes On Your Vintage Trailer
How-To

Replacing the Electric Brakes On Your Vintage Trailer

June 4, 2025June 4, 2025

By Tim Haworth A few years ago I decided to replace the electric brakes on our 1950 Aljoa Sportsman. I…

Smart Maintenance Tips to Protect Your Vintage Trailer Investment
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Smart Maintenance Tips to Protect Your Vintage Trailer Investment

May 31, 2025May 31, 2025

Taking care of your vintage trailer or RV isn’t just about keeping it pretty—it’s about preventing costly problems before they…

How to Replace Interior Panels on a Vintage Trailer (Without Losing Your Mind)
How-To

How to Replace Interior Panels on a Vintage Trailer (Without Losing Your Mind)

May 14, 2025April 29, 2025

Understanding the Problem: Why Panels Fail 1950s canned ham trailers weren’t built to last over 60 years, and one of…

Installing Laminates for the Do-It-Yourselfer
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Installing Laminates for the Do-It-Yourselfer

May 8, 2025April 26, 2025

At “Heffron’s A Moment In Time Retro Design” we receive many orders each and every day for our laminate collection.…

What Does It Mean to Dewinterize an RV?
How-To

What Does It Mean to Dewinterize an RV?

May 1, 2025April 26, 2025

Many people give their vintage campers a break during the winter to protect them from the elements. When spring arrives,…

Battling Musty Odors in Your Vintage Trailer: Practical Tips for a Fresh Start
How-To

Battling Musty Odors in Your Vintage Trailer: Practical Tips for a Fresh Start

April 26, 2025April 26, 2025

Restoring a vintage trailer is exciting, but lingering odors can sometimes be an unwelcome surprise. One owner recently reached out…

Replacing Your Trailer’s Siding a Step by Step How-To
How-To

Replacing Your Trailer’s Siding a Step by Step How-To

April 21, 2025April 7, 2025

To replace your siding, follow these steps: Remove the Old Siding Installing the New SidingIn these photos of a complete…

Sustainable Camping: Powering Your Vintage Trailer with Solar Energy
How-To

Sustainable Camping: Powering Your Vintage Trailer with Solar Energy

April 18, 2025March 31, 2025

What could be greener than camping in the woods in a Vintage Trailer powered by the sun? by Adam Blair,…

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