How to Find Replacement Parts for a Vintage Camper
Cruise the country in a vintage camper for an unforgettable trip. There is nothing quite as nostalgic as driving the old silver Airstream across the country, but you need to prepare the vintage camper first. There are several places to find replacement parts for a vintage camper, so here are a few ideas to get you started.
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Check the Yellow Pages in your area for vintage parts. Look under the heading "Recreational Vehicles" and find a subheading for parts. Call the parts dealer for information about vintage parts available or ask the dealer for referrals. It's much better to buy vintage parts for your camper locally, as you can take the old part to compare it, and the returns are faster to handle.
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Join an RV travel club for discounts on parts for a vintage camper. There are also clubs set up for your specific vintage camper, where others who own the same camper can answer questions and offer advice.
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Look through trade publications like the AutoTrader. Trade publications often have a large listing of parts available in your area. The Auto Trader and other trade publications can also be found online.
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Surf the internet for web-rings. A web-ring is a group of people with similar interests that have websites about those interests. A web-ring made up of vintage camper enthusiasts may include vintage part information and websites.
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Go online to find the phone number of the manufacturer of your vintage camper. Many manufacturers are still in existence, although some may have changed their names or been bought out. Call and ask if they still stock vintage parts; if not ask for a referral.
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Shop online for vintage camper parts. Go to a search engine and type in the make and model of your vintage camper; put quotation marks around it to narrow your search. Click on the search items to find websites offering replacement parts; also check eBay for vintage parts. Make sure you know where the parts are coming from, the cost of shipping and any warranty information.
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