Now it’s time to even out the stain. I used my old standby of restore a wood product. If you looked at my previous post, you may noticed that I returned the first can for this lighter golden oak color.

After 30 minutes of curing for the restore a wood, I added the beeswax feed to all the trailer cabinets. Here is the final picture.

While its not perfect, it’s better than building a new wall!

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After much research I found a platform step manufactured by Stromberg Carlson. I was familiar with their PA-100 Aluminum Platform Step, but during my research I found that they had designed a new step with adjustable legs. This new step is called the PA-250 and is also aluminum with adjustable heights of 6 3/4″ – 8 1/4″. Stromberg Carlson was kind enough to send me a step to review.

When you open the box, you’ll find the step in its folded travel position.

The legs fold out and lock into place. Each leg is individually adjustable which is great for leveling the platform on uneven ground. The legs are very simple and quick to adjust with the push of a button. Everything feels solid and locks into place. Very secure and heavy duty.

When the step is setup it’s very sturdy. It has a 1000 lb rating and it feels like it does. The rubber feet make it convenient to use the step indoors as it won’t scratch the floor. The platform size is large at 19″ x 14″.

My Ambassador sits pretty tall compared to most vintage Airstreams. It’s on purpose, because when I restored it I wanted it to ride high. The door entrance when the trailer is on level ground sets right about 20.5″.

With the PA-250 set to it’s highest adjustment at 8 1/4″, it makes the final step up into the trailer a little bit of a stretch. It would be nice if the legs had slightly more adjustment, but then that might make the first step too tall.

All in all, I will feel much better with people using this PA-250 Aluminum Platform Step during an open house. With it’s sturdy construction, slip resistant feet, and 1000lb rating, you can’t go wrong. Heck, we may just start using it on our family camping trips.

I’ve sealed the leak for now while waiting for new vent covers. So now I’m dealing with the wall.

I found the wood veneer separating from the wood in several spots.

After letting the wood complete dry out, I decided to add some wood glue to the affected areas. I used hobby blunt point needles to apply glue. I purchased the needles from amazon.

I filled the needle with glue and used a drilling motion to pierce the veneer layer and inject the glue.

After wiping the excess glue, I applied some wax paper to the area and placed a board to push the veneer flat, back into place. I secured it will some wood sandwiched between the bulkhead wall.

I’m waiting for the glue to setup overnight. It will be interesting to see how this works out.

My setup at the dealership. It’s going to be a busy day! Even with all the new Airstreams, people love looking at the vintage ones.

It’s fun to see all the new trailers, especially inside!

For me, this is another reason to “Go Vintage”

I’ll be doing a book signing event at the grand opening of the Bay Area Airstream Adventures new dealership in Fairfield, CA. Stop by and say hello! The address is 2400 Cordelia Rd.

I’ll have the Ambassador there as well. It’s an indoor showroom, so it should be interesting!

Lot’s of fun this year at the NorCal Forum rally near the Russian River. There were over 50 trailers there, from the mid-50′s to a 2012, every era was represented.

Can’t have a rally without great food, and it was plentiful!

Fun time was had by all. So much aluminum, so little time….

3″ vs 4″

Applied to the inside of the window. Applicator not included. Use an old credit card.

Looks pretty good. I think I like this size better.

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I thought it was pretty cool.

The decal didn’t come with the plastic applicator. I had one. You’d need to substitute an old credit card.

I think it turned out pretty well. Do you think we should offer them? It would be more than the stickers.

Of course you’ll need two. Can’t leave out the tow vehicle!

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