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pjohno
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Information on old safari caravans Nov 17, 2011 19:51:05 GMT

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Post by pjohno on Nov 17, 2011 19:51:05 GMT

I have repaired a few safari's
Could someone answer a few questions:-

When did Abby/Cosalt stop coach building safari’s. Using unpainted aluminium panels and covering the joints with D mould, then spray painting the complete unit?

As far as I can recall the early safari’s had a floor made out of tongue and groved boarding about 18mm thick. When did they change to plywood floors?

I recall working on an old safari that had the lantern roof covered in hardboard. Was this a DIY repair or was it an early method of construction.

When did Abbey start fitting double glazed windows?

Any ideas?

pjohno