1962 Globetrotter

We recently had a very special visitor all the way from Chicago. Brad Cornelius brought us his 1962 Airstream Globetrotter for some repairs and updates, while visiting with his parents near by. It was more of a visit to restore functionality to the trailer’s basic systems. We were able to restore functionality to the original refrigerator, install a new water heater, replace the water tank and pump, relocate the water filler neck, and do some minor other procedures. Since time was of the essence, picture taking was totally neglected, save for a few of Brad’s images…

The new location for the water filler. The old location was enlarged, and an original vintage courtesy light was installed.

we found a period correct water filler in our parts box, perfect for Brad’s 62 Globetrotter. This one doesn’t have the pressure valve, since a pump was installed that works by water demand, instead of air pressure.

Here the finished installation. Looks like it belongs…

Brad’s 62 at Bonneville Salt Flats. Check out the water fill and courtesy light….actually never mind…check out that fantastic photo

One more from Brad’s camera. This one shows the new water heater also. Eventually we will install a vintage drip cap over the silver painted door, or try and convert an original door to the new water heater.

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