1995 21' Airstream Sovereign
After our first experience with renovating an Airstream, we decided that we wanted to try a bigger overhaul on an older trailer. The build page for this trailer shows all the gory details, but the finished product is described here.
We really loved traveling in this trailer, and it was fun making the modifications that made it a better fit for our family and the way we explore. With only 5,500 lbs GVWR it's a relatively easy trailer to tow, and the dual axles provide additional safety (which is hard to find on a trailer of this length). The storage tanks provide remarkable capacity (50 gallon fresh, 23 gallon black tank, and 35 gallon grey tank) for a trailer of this size (a new Airstream has tanks about half this size), allowing for more time between dumping. To add to the independence and flexibility of this Airstream we added 300 Watts of solar, with 200 Amp-hours of top of the line Lifeline AGM batteries, a Blue Sky solar controller and remote meter, and a Samlex inverter! The interior has been transformed in to an elegant and open space with an L-shaped couch and greatly extended counter space. The living area feels open and bright, with plenty of room for setting out a yoga mat on the floor! Simple and elegant features like magnets sewn in to the curtains for closure and storage add functionality without clutter. |
Water and Tanks
Heating and Cooling
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Electrical
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Exterior
The Kitchen
Kitchen Features
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The Living Area
Living Area Features
- Custom-built L-shaped couch with super-durable soft-shell fabric and storage drawer
- Walnut solid engineered floor
- Walnut-finished dining table with folding leg, easily stows in custom cabinet when not in use
- Stainless steel folding cup holder
- Gooseneck LED reading lights
- Outlets have built-in USB ports
- Custom curtains have sewn-in magnets that pull the curtains snug against the wall for privacy when closed or to keep them tidy while open
- Skylight with accordion shade
- Folding coat hooks
The Bathroom
Bathroom Features
- Thetford Aqua-Magic Residence toilet
- Three chamber dispenser for soaps or shampoos
- Dimmable LED light
- Retractable clothesline
- Shower head with shut-off
- 12V exhaust fan
The Bedroom
Storage!
Other cool stuff.
She's come a long way since 1995. See the full transformation here.