Bucking Byam's 1955 Flying Cloud - Rivets!

Bucked rivets are used at the Airstream factory for strength, durability, and structural integrity. Olympic rivets and pop rivets would not be strong enough to withstand the trailer's flex while traveling - listen to TheVap.com Episode 80 for lots more rivet information.

We will be using our vintage Airstream as much as possible, which exactly fits Colin Hyde's commitment to Airstream restoration using the best processes and materials (not every trailer shop has this philosophy). 

Our curb-side lower aluminum is buck riveted.

The shell is buck riveted to the frame through the side of the C-Channel.

Buck rivets securely attach the curbside lower panel.