Airstream Forums http://www.airforums.com/forums/ en Sat, 25 May 2013 12:37:45 GMT vBulletin 5 http://cdn.airforums.com/forums/images/sk/misc/rss.jpg Airstream Forums http://www.airforums.com/forums/ FINALLY Getting out there! http://www.airforums.com/forums/f382/finally-getting-out-there-105106.html Sat, 25 May 2013 08:42:03 GMT Well, I've been fulltiming for over 6 months, but excepting 'parking lot camping' have been plugged in the whole time.

Next week I'm droping the Stream at a buddies for the week while I take a quick business trip, and then I'll be plugged in for one more week while the private road to my land is build.

Then I'm going to sleep in my airstream on MY OWN LAND! :clap::clap::clap:

No grid, and no intentions to get one.

I've delayed my purchases (No reason to bring them there when they can be mailed there) but I'll be getting this:
Honda EU2000i Parallel Combo Package Generators WiseSales.com

and this:
Amazon.com: NewAir AI-100S 28-Pound Portable Ice Maker, Silver: Appliances

As well as more than the one exterior, solar powered flood light I have, upgrading my solar, and one of those water bladders as for the time being I'll be hauling water in. (Going to try to get the long delayed construction in before hurricane season/work gets in the way)

And get some Kayaking in!

I mainly made this thread as a place to post pix and brag in about a week! ;)
Looking forward to it, it's been long delayed. ]]> Boondocking Nomadic1 http://www.airforums.com/forums/f382/finally-getting-out-there-105106.html hose reel not working http://www.airforums.com/forums/f240/hose-reel-not-working-105104.html Sat, 25 May 2013 04:15:00 GMT We are new (March '12) owners of A/S 2012 Interstate with a discharge hose reel not functioning. Wasn't binding as we reeled it in. But it quit mid reeling. Checked fuse ....reading okay. (thank you 'Protagonist') We were able to reel the hose in using hand pliers so will be able to take 'her' in to dealer in two (!) weeks for a diagnosis.
Earlier the fuse to the starter (MB) blew and we were instructed to replace it with one with a higher amperage. Working so far.
Might this be a fix for the discharge hose reel?
Any thoughts?
Thanks.
fn. ]]> Sprinter and B-van Forum froggsafield http://www.airforums.com/forums/f240/hose-reel-not-working-105104.html Vintage 1966 30 amp plug? http://www.airforums.com/forums/f37/vintage-1966-30-amp-plug-105103.html Sat, 25 May 2013 04:07:53 GMT Hi gang,

Does anybody recognize this plug? It's connected to our '66 Streamline. I'm pretty sure that I tried it at the last campground we stayed at, and it didn't fit. It looks an awful lot like the current 30 amp plugs, but just different enough that I assume they switched styles at some point.

I'm assuming my best option is to cut it off and install a new plug. I have adapters to convert it to 15/20 amps, which we have used successfully. But I'd like to test and ideally use the A/C this summer so I need to have 30 amps.

Thanks!
Ian
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The dry hitch weight for 23 FB Flying Cloud is 467# per Airstream website. Does anyone know the ball park for the loaded hitch weight? (with water/propane tanks full and ideally the camper having awning, air conditioning and spare tire).
Thanks a lot ]]> 2009-2012 Flying Cloud rostam http://www.airforums.com/forums/f516/23-fb-hitch-weight-105102.html -8mm Offset in a 16 x 7 - Will it work? http://www.airforums.com/forums/f438/8mm-offset-in-a-16-x-7-will-it-work-105101.html Sat, 25 May 2013 00:57:29 GMT One of the recommendations I found in the in the forum was the use of the American Outlaw II and a 16" tire. I think this is a great idea however I have not been able to find this wheel style in a 16x7, 6 bolt x 5.5 with an offset =/< a -6mm. I spoke directly to American Racing, Ion, Sendel, etc... however they all appear to have a -8mm offset. I really like this wheel type however I'm worried I'm pushing the interference too far.

Has anyone put a LT225/75R 16 on a -8mm offset rim and made it fit in a wheel well. I have a 29' 1986 Sovereign.

Thanks for any help or personal experiance. Scott ]]> Tires Harrysheets http://www.airforums.com/forums/f438/8mm-offset-in-a-16-x-7-will-it-work-105101.html Need a Fuse Block diagram for a 1990 345 http://www.airforums.com/forums/f159/need-a-fuse-block-diagram-for-a-1990-345-a-105099.html Fri, 24 May 2013 23:09:37 GMT Somehow my manual is missing these key pages and my brake lights went out. I am guessing it is a fuse and although most of the glove box fuse block is labeled none of the slots are marked as brake lights. Hoping someone knows which fuse this is or can send/post a fuse block diagram. The PO of my... Somehow my manual is missing these key pages and my brake lights went out. I am guessing it is a fuse and although most of the glove box fuse block is labeled none of the slots are marked as brake lights. Hoping someone knows which fuse this is or can send/post a fuse block diagram. The PO of my unit also added a bunch of extra wiring and jumpers on fuses which makes it a bit more challenging.

Thanks!

Tom ]]> Tommoran http://www.airforums.com/forums/f159/need-a-fuse-block-diagram-for-a-1990-345-a-105099.html <![CDATA['64 tradewind, single axle...how does it tow?]]> http://www.airforums.com/forums/f116/64-tradewind-single-axle-how-does-it-tow-105098.html Fri, 24 May 2013 23:07:59 GMT so we've been told that we should stay away from the tradewind when they only had the single axle...those of you who have one, what do you say? how does it tow? how is the sway? thanks for your help ]]> 1959-69 Tradewind 247stream http://www.airforums.com/forums/f116/64-tradewind-single-axle-how-does-it-tow-105098.html LED lights ln 2005 bambi http://www.airforums.com/forums/f447/led-lights-ln-2005-bambi-105097.html Fri, 24 May 2013 22:58:48 GMT We are trying find the right kind of l.e.d. lights to upgrade our bambi. need help. thanks. bob We are trying find the right kind of l.e.d. lights to upgrade our bambi. need help. thanks. bob ]]> arvilla http://www.airforums.com/forums/f447/led-lights-ln-2005-bambi-105097.html Airstream Land Yacht Class A Motorhome http://www.airforums.com/forums/f495/airstream-land-yacht-class-a-motorhome-105096.html Fri, 24 May 2013 22:20:11 GMT The following eBay listing has been automatically posted for members to provide feedback to each other about the auction listing. All comments must conform to our Community Rules (http://www.airforums.com/?page=rules). Image: http://thumbs.ebaystatic.com/pict/151047210058_0.jpg ... The following eBay listing has been automatically posted for members to provide feedback to each other about the auction listing. All comments must conform to our Community Rules.
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]]> Airstreams on eBay eBay Watch http://www.airforums.com/forums/f495/airstream-land-yacht-class-a-motorhome-105096.html Red white and blue airstream? http://www.airforums.com/forums/f168/red-white-and-blue-airstream-105095.html Fri, 24 May 2013 22:19:28 GMT I have a 1969 Overlander I'm working on. It has a red pin stripe along the top and appears that the top was painted white. Does anyone know if this red white and blue airstream was something the factory would have done or a PO? The paint is flaking and barely existent. Would it devalue the airstream to do away with this color scheme? ]]> 1969 Overlander Noco http://www.airforums.com/forums/f168/red-white-and-blue-airstream-105095.html 1962 27 foot Avion (Airstream-style) Travel Trailer http://www.airforums.com/forums/f495/1962-27-foot-avion-airstream-style-travel-trailer-105094.html Fri, 24 May 2013 22:00:17 GMT The following eBay listing has been automatically posted for members to provide feedback to each other about the auction listing. All comments must conform to our Community Rules (http://www.airforums.com/?page=rules). Image: http://thumbs.ebaystatic.com/pict/190834529153_0.jpg ... The following eBay listing has been automatically posted for members to provide feedback to each other about the auction listing. All comments must conform to our Community Rules.
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]]> Airstreams on eBay eBay Watch http://www.airforums.com/forums/f495/1962-27-foot-avion-airstream-style-travel-trailer-105094.html 1974 Airstream Excella 500 http://www.airforums.com/forums/f495/1974-airstream-excella-500-a-105093.html Fri, 24 May 2013 21:40:07 GMT The following eBay listing has been automatically posted for members to provide feedback to each other about the auction listing. All comments must conform to our Community Rules (http://www.airforums.com/?page=rules). Image: http://thumbs.ebaystatic.com/pict/281108426554_0.jpg ... The following eBay listing has been automatically posted for members to provide feedback to each other about the auction listing. All comments must conform to our Community Rules.
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]]> Airstreams on eBay eBay Watch http://www.airforums.com/forums/f495/1974-airstream-excella-500-a-105093.html Airstream inspired pod http://www.airforums.com/forums/f46/airstream-inspired-pod-105092.html Fri, 24 May 2013 20:37:19 GMT Airstream Trailer Inspired Pod Partition | Inthralld (http://inthralld.com/2013/05/airstream-trailer-inspired-pod-partition/) Airstream Trailer Inspired Pod Partition | Inthralld ]]> General Interior Topics ehodg66 http://www.airforums.com/forums/f46/airstream-inspired-pod-105092.html <![CDATA[1972 31' AirStream Vintage Sovereign Land Yacht Great Looking! Eye Popping!]]> http://www.airforums.com/forums/f495/1972-31-airstream-vintage-sovereign-land-yacht-great-looking-eye-popping-105090.html Fri, 24 May 2013 19:50:05 GMT The following eBay listing has been automatically posted for members to provide feedback to each other about the auction listing. All comments must conform to our Community Rules (http://www.airforums.com/?page=rules). Image: http://thumbs.ebaystatic.com/pict/121112035281_0.jpg ... The following eBay listing has been automatically posted for members to provide feedback to each other about the auction listing. All comments must conform to our Community Rules.
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]]> Airstreams on eBay eBay Watch http://www.airforums.com/forums/f495/1972-31-airstream-vintage-sovereign-land-yacht-great-looking-eye-popping-105090.html I-5 Bridge Out Mount Vernon WA Over Skagit River http://www.airforums.com/forums/f483/i-5-bridge-out-mount-vernon-wa-over-skagit-river-105088.html Fri, 24 May 2013 19:06:59 GMT Apologize if already posted however For those of you heading south out of Vancover heading South towards Seattle on I-5 The bridge is out in Mt. Vernon over the Skagit River expect Delays. Below is a link with the story and clicky with the detour. Detour route already crowded; avoid it or leave... Apologize if already posted however For those of you heading south out of Vancover heading South towards Seattle on I-5 The bridge is out in Mt. Vernon over the Skagit River expect Delays. Below is a link with the story and clicky with the detour.
Detour route already crowded; avoid it or leave early, officials say | Local News | The Seattle Times

Be safe out there it is the beginning of the holoday season and there will be lots of folks on the road

Happy Memorial Day to you ALL and Safe Travels! ]]> Airstream Lifestyle BigGrey http://www.airforums.com/forums/f483/i-5-bridge-out-mount-vernon-wa-over-skagit-river-105088.html Pocket Hose warning http://www.airforums.com/forums/f163/pocket-hose-warning-105086.html Fri, 24 May 2013 17:38:07 GMT If anyone is tempted to buy a "pocket hose", which is an expandable water hose now on the market (telly market sold, and Home Depot has them) understand that the instructions inside state in capital letters "DO NOT DRINK FROM THIS HOSE" so it is not something you want to use for filling your water tank in your Airstream.

It is a cute idea though for a longer hose to wash your rig when on the road yet takes up little storage space. ]]> idroba http://www.airforums.com/forums/f163/pocket-hose-warning-105086.html Am I crazy?! http://www.airforums.com/forums/f48/am-i-crazy-105085.html Fri, 24 May 2013 17:20:14 GMT Hi there - I need a reality check.... I have been shopping for a 16' Bambi for close to a year now. My family consists of three people ( all average height and weight) and a Saint Bernard dog. I know I should at least bump up to the 19' Bambi, but I just love the compact size and yes, the cuteness factor, of the 16.
Currently we have a 16' Scamp, and while a bit more room would be nice, we manage just fine. We live in a very rural part of Montana, so we don't have a dealer anywhere close where we could walk through a 16 and get a feel for the layout. Generally our camping trips are only a few days in duration, so it's not as if we are trying to live in it full time! I just thought I should ask for anyone to share their thoughts and opinions about the realities of trying to fit three people and a 180 lb dog into a 16 Bambi before I purchase one sight unseen from a classified ad. Thank you for your input!:) ]]> Our Community aliciaL http://www.airforums.com/forums/f48/am-i-crazy-105085.html Fontana shower Parts for 2004 CCD http://www.airforums.com/forums/f446/fontana-shower-parts-for-2004-ccd-105084.html Fri, 24 May 2013 16:08:49 GMT I need a new stem for the Fontana hot water faucet on my 2004 22' CCD. I am not having any luck finding much in the way of Fontana parts. Does any of you know of a supplier of Fontana RV parts? ]]> alreed http://www.airforums.com/forums/f446/fontana-shower-parts-for-2004-ccd-105084.html Recharging Batteries/ transporting portbale generator http://www.airforums.com/forums/f448/recharging-batteries-transporting-portbale-generator-105083.html Fri, 24 May 2013 15:56:24 GMT I have a 27 ft International which has two 12 volt marine batteries. I just purchased a Yamaha EF 2400 portable generator. What is the best and safest way to recharge the batteries? Also, what is the best way to transport the generator. Btw, I have a GMC Denaili to pull my travel? Thanks I have a 27 ft International which has two 12 volt marine batteries. I just purchased a Yamaha EF 2400 portable generator. What is the best and safest way to recharge the batteries?

Also, what is the best way to transport the generator. Btw, I have a GMC Denaili to pull my travel?

Thanks ]]> boblomquist http://www.airforums.com/forums/f448/recharging-batteries-transporting-portbale-generator-105083.html 2005 Airstream Interstate Mercedes Diesel (Sprinter) Low Miles Loaded 22MPG! http://www.airforums.com/forums/f495/2005-airstream-interstate-mercedes-diesel-sprinter-low-miles-loaded-22mpg-105082.html Fri, 24 May 2013 15:50:09 GMT The following eBay listing has been automatically posted for members to provide feedback to each other about the auction listing. All comments must conform to our Community Rules (http://www.airforums.com/?page=rules). Image: http://thumbs.ebaystatic.com/pict/261216777592_0.jpg ... The following eBay listing has been automatically posted for members to provide feedback to each other about the auction listing. All comments must conform to our Community Rules.
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]]> Airstreams on eBay eBay Watch http://www.airforums.com/forums/f495/2005-airstream-interstate-mercedes-diesel-sprinter-low-miles-loaded-22mpg-105082.html Newby question , exterior water drip http://www.airforums.com/forums/f366/newby-question-exterior-water-drip-105081.html Fri, 24 May 2013 15:37:58 GMT New to rv'g so please don't laugh at this....but I just noticed a steady drip coming from a small screened opening located right next to the tank water fill cap on the side of our 2009 classic. Hoping it is just condensation from tank or something. We are in our fourth day at a park, first time out..ever...and are using the city water hookup. Any help Appreciated ]]> 2006 - 2010 Classic (all lengths) Jackcat2 http://www.airforums.com/forums/f366/newby-question-exterior-water-drip-105081.html Mice http://www.airforums.com/forums/f259/mice-105080.html Fri, 24 May 2013 14:42:03 GMT We are interested in buying a 1999, 31' excella. It looks in good shape But. It has not been used for a couple years. Has been stored in a barn. Owner told us he can't keep the mice out of it and not 5 min later as we sat on couch, a mouse came down the hall from bedroom and into bathroom. This has us worried about damage which mice can inflict. Any advice on how to proceed? Or should we abandon interest? ]]> 1997 -2001 Excella MJBear http://www.airforums.com/forums/f259/mice-105080.html Axle weight rating http://www.airforums.com/forums/f437/axle-weight-rating-105079.html Fri, 24 May 2013 13:56:15 GMT I have a 2000 31 ft Excella. I would like replace brake assemblies with either 6000lb or 7000lb rated Dexter Nev-R-Adjust brake assemblies. Which is recommended, based on axel weight ratings for this trailer(which I havn't been able to determine)? ]]> Axles orloffgray http://www.airforums.com/forums/f437/axle-weight-rating-105079.html brake controller, a little help please http://www.airforums.com/forums/f313/brake-controller-a-little-help-please-105078.html Fri, 24 May 2013 13:49:58 GMT I want to add a brake controller to the MH. I have had good luck with a Tekonsha controller in the past. Has anyone added a brake controller to their MH? Can you give me your setup? Also, I saw a MH towing a car on the highway and they had lights stuck on the car for signaling. Any... I want to add a brake controller to the MH. I have had good luck with a Tekonsha controller in the past.

Has anyone added a brake controller to their MH? Can you give me your setup?

Also, I saw a MH towing a car on the highway and they had lights stuck on the car for signaling. Any recommendations there? I am towing a vintage prelude. ]]> JourneytoRet http://www.airforums.com/forums/f313/brake-controller-a-little-help-please-105078.html <![CDATA[Spare tire won't fit]]> http://www.airforums.com/forums/f438/spare-tire-wont-fit-105077.html Fri, 24 May 2013 13:25:30 GMT I have the spare tire carrier under the front of the trailer, just aft of the a frame. There was nothing in it when I bought the trailer so I got a fifth tire and new wheel when I replaced the tires with Michelin 235 75 R15.

My problem is that my tire won't fit in the carrier. Has anyone modified theirs to make it fit a slightly larger tire? I think it I lowered the carrier about an inch things would be perfect. ]]> Tires BradB http://www.airforums.com/forums/f438/spare-tire-wont-fit-105077.html <![CDATA[1970 Airstream 26' Overlander]]> http://www.airforums.com/forums/f495/1970-airstream-26-overlander-105076.html Fri, 24 May 2013 12:30:03 GMT The following eBay listing has been automatically posted for members to provide feedback to each other about the auction listing. All comments must conform to our Community Rules (http://www.airforums.com/?page=rules). Image: http://thumbs.ebaystatic.com/pict/271208030668_0.jpg ... The following eBay listing has been automatically posted for members to provide feedback to each other about the auction listing. All comments must conform to our Community Rules.
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]]> Airstreams on eBay eBay Watch http://www.airforums.com/forums/f495/1970-airstream-26-overlander-105076.html Headlight switch for 1991 250LE Classic http://www.airforums.com/forums/f159/headlight-switch-for-1991-250le-classic-105075.html Fri, 24 May 2013 07:58:12 GMT Hi all,

I'm sure this is correct, but could someone confirm that this would be the correct replacement switch for my Headlight switch (it looks identical). My full beams aren't working and that switch is very hot. I know this is a known fault with the Motorhomes and I've read the mod with the relay, which I will do in due course. For now, I just want to replace the switch because I think the components are fried.

More Information for ACDELCO D1505B

Headlight Switch for GM

Your help is greatly appreciated!

Nick
Oxford, England ]]> Boom Sounds http://www.airforums.com/forums/f159/headlight-switch-for-1991-250le-classic-105075.html Airstream http://www.airforums.com/forums/f495/airstream-105074.html Fri, 24 May 2013 07:50:12 GMT The following eBay listing has been automatically posted for members to provide feedback to each other about the auction listing. All comments must conform to our Community Rules (http://www.airforums.com/?page=rules). Image: http://thumbs.ebaystatic.com/pict/200924804825_0.jpg ... The following eBay listing has been automatically posted for members to provide feedback to each other about the auction listing. All comments must conform to our Community Rules.
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]]> Airstreams on eBay eBay Watch http://www.airforums.com/forums/f495/airstream-105074.html AS wrong part #? http://www.airforums.com/forums/f464/as-wrong-part-105073.html Fri, 24 May 2013 05:54:47 GMT Howdy.

Figured it was time to check/rebuild Atwood coupler. Called AS who gave me the part number for my coupler on Mojinr, our 1999 34' Excella.

Called AS dealer who assured me he had correct kit for rebuild based in AS part number.

Turns out there is a problem because there are mite than one kit!!!!!!!

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]]> cwf http://www.airforums.com/forums/f464/as-wrong-part-105073.html <![CDATA[Power rear stabilizers on 34' Limited]]> http://www.airforums.com/forums/f457/power-rear-stabilizers-on-34-limited-105072.html Fri, 24 May 2013 04:16:33 GMT Well I have searched the forums and I have not found any reference to total replacement, parts or repair. I recently bought a '92 34' Limited and one of the stabilizers is not there and the other is pretty buggered up from a pretty nasty tail drag(s) and is jammed up and not functional.

I have also searched suppliers websites (new AS dealers also) and have not found any replacements or parts. I am thinking of removing all that is left and installing new manual stabilizers. Has anyone been through this or know where I can find new or used replacement parts? I know I would be fine with manual but I would like to go back with what it originally left the factory with.

Thanks and any help is appreciated. ]]> Jacks, Stabilizers, Lifting and Leveling kmoore http://www.airforums.com/forums/f457/power-rear-stabilizers-on-34-limited-105072.html BSHB Pretzel Recipe http://www.airforums.com/forums/f484/bshb-pretzel-recipe-105071.html Fri, 24 May 2013 04:14:21 GMT From Brad Smith Home Brew ...
Bavarian Soft Pretzels and Beer

As a change of pace, I've included a non-brewing recipe today, but one I think you will enjoy!

Nothing goes better with a cold homebrewed beer than a big soft pretzel fresh from the oven!

Today we’re going to set homebrewing aside and look instead at a recipe for large, Bavarian beer pretzels.

Below is a recipe I’ve used for years to create delicious pretzels at home:

Soft Pretzel Recipe – makes one dozen large pretzels:

-1 packet active dry bread yeast
-1 cup warm water
-2 tablespoons soft butter or margarine
-2 3/4 cups bread flour
-1/2 teaspoon salt
-1 tablespoon sugar
-5 teaspoons baking soda (for glazing)
-Coarse salt (if desired) Instructions:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup warm water and packet of yeast.
- Mix in 1-1/2 cups of flower, the 2 tblsp margarine, 1/2 tsp salt and tblsp sugar. Beat the entire mixture for 3 minutes to mix well.
- Slowly mix in the remaining 1-1/4 cups of flour, and knead dough until all of the flour is mixed in and dough loses its stickiness.
- Set aside in bowl, and let it rise until dough reaches approximately double its original size.
- Divide dough into twelve approximately equal pieces. Using your palms, roll each piece into 18″ lengths about pencil thickness. Loop and twist the lengths into pretzel shapes and place on a greased baking sheet. Allow pretzels to rise again until they approximately double in girth.
- Preheat oven to 475 degrees, and ready a boiling solution of 4 cups of water, and the 5 tsp of baking soda in a shallow non-aluminum (note – aluminum may react with baking soda).
- With a plastic spatula, carefully lift each pretzel from the sheet and lower it into the boiling baking soda solution for 15-20 seconds. This will glaze the pretzels once you bake them.
- Sprinkle the pretzels with coarse salt (if desired, they’re great without salt as well), and bake approximately 7-10 minutes until browned.

Serve warm, topped with mustard or cheese, and a pint of your favorite beer.

There is nothing more wonderful than a fresh hot pretzel with a nice cold homebrew! :blush: ]]> cwf http://www.airforums.com/forums/f484/bshb-pretzel-recipe-105071.html original 1967 caravel curtains? http://www.airforums.com/forums/f39/original-1967-caravel-curtains-105070.html Fri, 24 May 2013 03:36:44 GMT Can anyone tell me if the original curtains in the 1967 Caravel were pleated at the bottom or just attached without pleating to the cord below the windows? I need a second elastic type cord - any ideas where to get one? Can anyone tell me if the original curtains in the 1967 Caravel were pleated at the bottom or just attached without pleating to the cord below the windows?
I need a second elastic type cord - any ideas where to get one? ]]> pat carey http://www.airforums.com/forums/f39/original-1967-caravel-curtains-105070.html Refrigerator http://www.airforums.com/forums/f125/refrigerator-105069.html Fri, 24 May 2013 03:12:06 GMT Hey Guys
I need to purchase a 6CF Refridge for my 1978 25 ft Airstream Tradewinds, need some direction in the model #'s that will fit, and from yall which models work the best.
Prefer Gas / Electric.
This AS has an electric model in place of the original Fridge, and I would love to have as close to original as possible.
Any comments would be appreciated. ]]> 1970-79 Tradewind woody7725 http://www.airforums.com/forums/f125/refrigerator-105069.html First Trip http://www.airforums.com/forums/f42/first-trip-105068.html Fri, 24 May 2013 02:58:46 GMT Bought our 1994 Airatream Classic back in March. First outing in Palacios TX. Attachment 186438 (http://www.airforums.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=186438) Bought our 1994 Airatream Classic back in March. First outing in Palacios TX.

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]]> On The Road... jamest8 http://www.airforums.com/forums/f42/first-trip-105068.html 2014 dodge tdiesel 1500 pu http://www.airforums.com/forums/f463/2014-dodge-tdiesel-1500-pu-105067.html Fri, 24 May 2013 01:30:58 GMT Any tidbits of info out the on the upcoming diesel 1500 PU?? I here it is a Italian V-6, coming out this fall to a showroom near you.... Any tidbits of info out the on the upcoming diesel 1500 PU?? I here it is a Italian V-6, coming out this fall to a showroom near you.... ]]> Tow Vehicles purdiferis http://www.airforums.com/forums/f463/2014-dodge-tdiesel-1500-pu-105067.html Flamingo bedding and rug http://www.airforums.com/forums/f39/flamingo-bedding-and-rug-105066.html Fri, 24 May 2013 00:41:09 GMT I got a catalogue from The Company Store today and the have some green and pink flamingo bedding and a pink and orange? Straw rug in case anyone is looking for flamingo decor.

I've never ordered from this company but the catalogue is interesting.

Karen ]]> karenjude http://www.airforums.com/forums/f39/flamingo-bedding-and-rug-105066.html 1968 Travelux http://www.airforums.com/forums/f417/1968-travelux-105065.html Fri, 24 May 2013 00:22:40 GMT Attachment 186416 (http://www.airforums.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=186416) Attachment 186417 (http://www.airforums.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=186417) Attachment 186418 (http://www.airforums.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=186418) Attachment 186419... Attachment 186416

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Attachment 186413Hello Vintage Kin. I need your help and your opinions, I am trying to figure out the value of my Travelux....If you can all take a look at the pictures I have included and give me your feedback I would greatly appreciate it.
Its a 1968, 25 ft, completely renovated inside. The only difference is that there are two 30 lb tanks on the front.
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]]> Vintage Kin whales http://www.airforums.com/forums/f417/1968-travelux-105065.html Vintage 1947 18ft airstream rare model serial number 1006 Wally Byam bd/ himself http://www.airforums.com/forums/f495/vintage-1947-18ft-airstream-rare-model-serial-number-1006-wally-byam-bd-himself-105064.html Thu, 23 May 2013 23:50:02 GMT The following eBay listing has been automatically posted for members to provide feedback to each other about the auction listing. All comments must conform to our Community Rules (http://www.airforums.com/?page=rules). Image: http://thumbs.ebaystatic.com/pict/161028124270_0.jpg ... The following eBay listing has been automatically posted for members to provide feedback to each other about the auction listing. All comments must conform to our Community Rules.
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]]> Airstreams on eBay eBay Watch http://www.airforums.com/forums/f495/vintage-1947-18ft-airstream-rare-model-serial-number-1006-wally-byam-bd-himself-105064.html Framing http://www.airforums.com/forums/f227/framing-105062.html Thu, 23 May 2013 23:27:10 GMT Im rebuilding the cabs in the main cab of my 7.3 minuet. There seems to be a small "hump" in the floor over the main frame running fore and aft parallel to the wheel well cover. THe axels were replaced 7 mos ago. This is on the curb side where the ref and pantry are located. Everything seems solid, but the ' hump' concerns me. Should I just continue or get into the frame? Doing repairs to small areas of rotted floor and replacing and re- fastening the belly pan on that side just aft of the door everything seemed normal. ]]> All Argosy Trailers tarnished http://www.airforums.com/forums/f227/framing-105062.html Water leak, mushrooms growing in carpet http://www.airforums.com/forums/f456/water-leak-mushrooms-growing-in-carpet-105061.html Thu, 23 May 2013 23:24:18 GMT Hello, I have a 96 30' excella with a water leak somewhere in rear bedroom, it has wet carpet near closet in corner, and found mushrooms growing out of carpet when I opened it up this year, any suggestions where to look for leak? ]]> Thermo2008 http://www.airforums.com/forums/f456/water-leak-mushrooms-growing-in-carpet-105061.html <![CDATA[Fantastic Fans & MaxxAir Best Deals]]> http://www.airforums.com/forums/f455/fantastic-fans-and-maxxair-best-deals-105060.html Thu, 23 May 2013 23:15:54 GMT Hi guys, We are in need of your advise regarding where are the best deals for either a Fantastic Fans 6000RBTA or a MaxxFan 7500K, either of them will work and we need 2!! Thanks for your time Hi guys,
We are in need of your advise regarding where are the best deals for either a Fantastic Fans 6000RBTA or a MaxxFan 7500K, either of them will work and we need 2!!
Thanks for your time
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]]> VeggieBullet http://www.airforums.com/forums/f455/fantastic-fans-and-maxxair-best-deals-105060.html Poor brake performance. Even after new brakes. http://www.airforums.com/forums/f439/poor-brake-performance-even-after-new-brakes-105059.html Thu, 23 May 2013 23:00:09 GMT I am trying to troubleshoot why my brakes seem to only work at about half of desired force. This is on a 1999 25' Safari.

I can't get the brakes to lock up at all, even with the controller cranked up to 13. The trailer brakes will slow the airstream down fairly well, but they don't lock up. (This is on loose dirt/gravel)

I thought it might have been the brakes were worn, so I replaced all 4 including new drums. This does not seem to make a difference. I have the brakes adjusted pretty tight. They were scraping when turned.

Voltage readings taken at all four wheels before installing new running gear showed about a volt less than the controller output. The magnets all grabbed the wheel and I am unable to turn by hand.

There is a junction box on the tongue. (I think someone lengthened the 7 pin cable) and there it also reads 1 volt less than the controller. Never above 11 volts. And it falls as well. Holding the controller level the volts at the tongue drop about a hundredth every second.

And if I pull the breakaway cable the volts read 11 and I couldn't get them to lock up.

Any thoughts? Bad ground somewhere? but where?

We are heading into the hills of Colorado very shortly, so I want these suckers working correctly, not at 50%. ]]> timmaah http://www.airforums.com/forums/f439/poor-brake-performance-even-after-new-brakes-105059.html The deeper I look, the more trouble I have http://www.airforums.com/forums/f44/the-deeper-i-look-the-more-trouble-i-have-105058.html Thu, 23 May 2013 22:16:50 GMT I have a leak between the shower pan and the shower p-trap so I removed the belly skin only to find exactly where the leak is but I also discovered a rotten cross member. Once again my mind invisions me removing the entire bathroom in our recently acquired 66 Caravel to fix these problems. Please... I have a leak between the shower pan and the shower p-trap so I removed the belly skin only to find exactly where the leak is but I also discovered a rotten cross member. Once again my mind invisions me removing the entire bathroom in our recently acquired 66 Caravel to fix these problems. Please tell me that I am over reacting and my life is really not in the toilet!
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]]> General Repair Forum Stefandmissy http://www.airforums.com/forums/f44/the-deeper-i-look-the-more-trouble-i-have-105058.html WTB: PanAmerica http://www.airforums.com/forums/f503/wtb-panamerica-105057.html Thu, 23 May 2013 22:01:38 GMT My wife and I are planning on purchasing a 5th Wheel / TT by the end of summer. I had been looking at the Heartland RV's Toy Haulers, but the form factor and love for AS has always been my dream of ownership. Little did I know they had the perfect design for what we were looking for- the PanAmerica.

Now where to buy one? The only one I see for sale online anywhere is a Victorxxxx modified one for 90K. Not worth buying and renovating.

Does anyone on the forum know where a used one might be available? There was one at Camping World in Texas, but it sold in 3 weeks :-(

Thanks,
Jason ]]> PanAmerica - all model years jasperkins http://www.airforums.com/forums/f503/wtb-panamerica-105057.html Thanks to Moderators http://www.airforums.com/forums/f161/thanks-to-moderators-105056.html Thu, 23 May 2013 21:55:15 GMT Thanks to the Moderators for keeping Spam / Scam off of our forum! Sphere Guy Thanks to the Moderators for keeping Spam / Scam off of our forum!

Sphere Guy ]]> Off Topic Forum Sphere Guy http://www.airforums.com/forums/f161/thanks-to-moderators-105056.html <![CDATA[Help!!! Locked out of '74 Tradewind]]> http://www.airforums.com/forums/f164/help-locked-out-of-74-tradewind-105055.html Thu, 23 May 2013 21:36:53 GMT Please help, we have a 1974 Landyacht Tradewind with the original door and lock. It is locked and nothing we seem to do will unlock it. Does anyone have any suggestions? We need to get in it tonight! Candy Please help, we have a 1974 Landyacht Tradewind with the original door and lock. It is locked and nothing we seem to do will unlock it. Does anyone have any suggestions? We need to get in it tonight!

Candy ]]> iowajones http://www.airforums.com/forums/f164/help-locked-out-of-74-tradewind-105055.html Central Florida Camps: Otter Springs http://www.airforums.com/forums/f42/central-florida-camps-otter-springs-105050.html Thu, 23 May 2013 20:54:56 GMT Hey all, not sure if this is the correct spot for this, but I wanted to start providing information about camp grounds in the Central Florida area. There is a bunch of county and small parks that are not on Reserve America and are off the beaten path. I love Florida Springs so this may end up a... Hey all, not sure if this is the correct spot for this, but I wanted to start providing information about camp grounds in the Central Florida area. There is a bunch of county and small parks that are not on Reserve America and are off the beaten path. I love Florida Springs so this may end up a Trail Of camps on Florida Springs.

This weekend we are going to:

Otter Springs
Address:
6470 SW 80 th ave
Trenton, Fl. 32693

Phone: 800.463.0800

Full RV hook up: $24 per night
Hook ups: water 50/30 , power, sewer , no cable, no wi fi.

Features: second magnitude spring, pool, trails, water access to Swanee river.


We did a drive by after our trip at Heart Springs, and it looked nice. Most of the sites are under trees, they allow dogs, have a covered pool, and a spring for swimming and diving. We are really looking forward to the trip!
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]]> On The Road... Silverflames http://www.airforums.com/forums/f42/central-florida-camps-otter-springs-105050.html <![CDATA[Fairly New 1972 22' Argosy Owner]]> http://www.airforums.com/forums/f227/fairly-new-1972-22-argosy-owner-105049.html Thu, 23 May 2013 20:35:13 GMT Hi, my name is Chris. I've been lurking on these forums for quite some time and took the step to actually post for the first time about my 22 footer 1972 Argosy. Her name is "The Bubble", and dang if she isn't fun!
My husband and I bought her a year ago from a post on Craig's list in Western Washington. We had no idea what we were doing or what to look for, so thankfully, we ended up with a pretty nice little rig.
Got her for a great deal, just $1700. All systems were working, all appliances plus air work except for the oven, although the burners work fine. Hope we can figure that one out, but in the mean time, we have a toaster oven packed away in the ample storage closets if we ever need it. So far we haven't.
We did do quite a bit of work on The Bubble, but thankfully, my husband is super handy and has done almost everything by himself. The one exception is the original upholstry was beyond horrible. Not that I'm against retro orange and yellow, but it seriously stunk and when I tried laundering it, it discentigrated. I tried to reupholster it myself, but wow, not a good outcome. I finally conviced my husband that the cost of professional reupholstering was better than a crazy wife.
What we have done so far:
New upholstry on both gouchos
Gutted everything out and tore out the non-original smelly carpet and added a floating vinyl plank wood look floor.
Replaces all plumbing with PEX lines.
New tires, packed bearings, and baby moon hubcaps (so cute)
Rope and pole Marti Awning :)
SCRUBBED the living crap out of it!
I think we have a total of $1500 invested on top of the purchase price, so about $3200 now.
I have the floor plan with a goucho up front and on the side, with kitchen across from that (original yellow counter tops and sink).
I still cannot believe how much storage is in these things!
I do have some questions, we are still a "work in progress" although we are using her and enjoying her very much.

1. We need some kind of converter so that the electrical plugs work when we are not hooked up. We have whatever is original. I'm sure my husband knows what this contraption is called, but I do not. Any ideas?
2. My dear daughter backed into the Bubble, and now we have a kid dent in the front left quarterpannel area. I'm still not over this...Does this mean a new skin or can this be taken care of at a garage? She does need to be repainted eventually.

I look forward to hearing any imput, can't wait to get her finished up, enjoying the process so far. I have a whole set of before and after pictures that I will get uploaded when I'm not at work. (seriously, I'm on break!!lol) Does anyone else have a '72 22' Argosy out there?

Thanks!
Chris ]]> All Argosy Trailers rkittyreed http://www.airforums.com/forums/f227/fairly-new-1972-22-argosy-owner-105049.html drop down bed http://www.airforums.com/forums/f313/drop-down-bed-105048.html Thu, 23 May 2013 20:34:36 GMT at the risk of offending long-time airstream owners - has anyone ever added a drop down bed? at the risk of offending long-time airstream owners - has anyone ever added a drop down bed? ]]> JourneytoRet http://www.airforums.com/forums/f313/drop-down-bed-105048.html Golf TDI gets good towing review http://www.airforums.com/forums/f463/golf-tdi-gets-good-towing-review-105047.html Thu, 23 May 2013 20:12:54 GMT Sweet! 30+ mpg with trailer in tow. Practical Caravan - Volkswagen Golf 2.0 TDI review - YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AAH-8_x4SuE) Sweet! 30+ mpg with trailer in tow.

Practical Caravan - Volkswagen Golf 2.0 TDI review - YouTube ]]> Tow Vehicles Road Ruler http://www.airforums.com/forums/f463/golf-tdi-gets-good-towing-review-105047.html