eprovenzano
Active Member
- Oct 6, 2013
- 538
Been out of the popup world for a while... I still have a trailer on a campsite (permanent) but wanted an inexpensive popup to travel around with. Picked up a 2002 Starcraft Constellation Orion. It has sat (indoors) not used for the past 5 years. A few years ago, the PO let someone borrow it, and they closed it up wet and didn't tell him... He was not happy about it when he found it... I could see he was a bit OCD about his equipment, and this clearly bothered him. The canvas is original and has two (6" x 2ft) spots of mold / mildew that need to be cleaned. One is above one bunk and the other above the sink bump out (both are where the canvas attached to the roof). Mice left two small holes over one bunk and got to a few of the screens (about 4 spots, largest hole is the size of a baseball). It was advertised as the bottom box was perfect, but the canvas would need to be replaced. As I looked over the unit, they didn't lie... the box is in pristine condition, all the bedding and cushions are in great shape. It has a storage box on the front, with no water damage. I could not find any sign of water damage to the floors anywhere. The roof is perfect, and since its fiberglass, no rot. One zipper that connects a bed end to the side panel is broke. It was like that when the PO bought it. I think I can clean up / repair the canvas and use at is with minimal repair. I picked up this gem for $600... yes only $600.00 I have all the manuals and books
Yes it need things... The PO never used the water system, or the propane. I'll need to go though the water systems, sanitize the holding tank, check the water pump, and hot water tank. There's no gas bottle and no battery. Both east to correct, as I plan on installing two batteries, and I have an extra tank at the house. As far as the broken zipper I'm thinking I'll just hand stitch the two pieces together. The canvas needs a good general cleaning. Tire are good, as the camper has not been in the sun, and has been stored on jack stands with the tires off the pavement.
Now for my question. I need to clean the stained fabric, and patch the holes over the bed. What's everyone's recommendation as for a cleaning product, and a quality patching material for the bunk. Since the canvas is now 21 years old, I'd like to add some waterproofing to it as well. I know I can patch the screen without too much fuss.
Yes it need things... The PO never used the water system, or the propane. I'll need to go though the water systems, sanitize the holding tank, check the water pump, and hot water tank. There's no gas bottle and no battery. Both east to correct, as I plan on installing two batteries, and I have an extra tank at the house. As far as the broken zipper I'm thinking I'll just hand stitch the two pieces together. The canvas needs a good general cleaning. Tire are good, as the camper has not been in the sun, and has been stored on jack stands with the tires off the pavement.
Now for my question. I need to clean the stained fabric, and patch the holes over the bed. What's everyone's recommendation as for a cleaning product, and a quality patching material for the bunk. Since the canvas is now 21 years old, I'd like to add some waterproofing to it as well. I know I can patch the screen without too much fuss.
