John, thanks for taking the time to write that. I don't have the time, (or really the inclination), to rebuild this thing from the ground up but I definitely need someone knowledgeable to inspect it and figure out what I'm working with. The good news is that so far, it's in remarkably good condition for its age and compared to other old ones I've seen online and in person. We have another 1950s 30 footer out at the ranch where I store it in SoCal, that one is a basket case project.
I haven't even tried to turn on the stove or inspect the water systems yet. Don't even know how to, I need the correct owners manual for it. I bought a reprint on eBay for what I thought would be a close enough year and model but everything is in a different location on mine.
I have been able to inspect most of the floor from inside and so far it's all solid w the exception of the two spots right in front. I'll definitely get under it and check axles and frame, the axle, (it only has one), looks good from underneath. I paid a licensed trailer service repair place to inspect it before towing it to CA. in 2015 and they gave it a clean bill of health, plus serviced brakes/bearings/new tires. I just towed it back to MN. and it needs some further brake work.
At any rate, I'll try to keep this thread going as I inspect different areas. Thanks again.
