Airstream Forums http://www.airforums.com/forums/ en Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:03:41 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.airforums.com/ugala/forums/images/misc/rss.jpg Airstream Forums http://www.airforums.com/forums/ Yukon Denali AWD http://www.airforums.com/forums/f463/yukon-denali-awd-58688.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:55:18 GMT I have not seen this vehicle discussed in much detail, after searching. I am trying to decide Denali or Burb 2500. I know the 2500 is the choice for most here. Even though this is a 1/2 ton it is quite a different vehicle than an 1/2 ton Burb. - 403HP and AWD More torque than the 2500. ... I have not seen this vehicle discussed in much detail, after searching.
I am trying to decide Denali or Burb 2500.

I know the 2500 is the choice for most here.
Even though this is a 1/2 ton it is quite a different vehicle than
an 1/2 ton Burb. - 403HP and AWD
More torque than the 2500.

I just really like the ride (unloaded), AWD, and looks.

Planning on towing a 28 CCD.

It seems it has plenty of power 403HP vs 366 for the 2500.

Am I correct in thinking this would be in between the 1/2 and 3/4 ton given the HP and Torque ratings?


Thanks ]]> Tow Vehicles 1414lake http://www.airforums.com/forums/f463/yukon-denali-awd-58688.html A minor modification... http://www.airforums.com/forums/f463/a-minor-modification-58687.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:03:36 GMT I saw this pic in an ad for parts for sale on Craigslist yesterday. I just had to share. N-joy Rich the Viking I saw this pic in an ad for parts for sale on Craigslist yesterday. I just had to share.

N-joy

Rich the Viking
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]]> Tow Vehicles VIKING http://www.airforums.com/forums/f463/a-minor-modification-58687.html Front Panel Lights and Switches Out http://www.airforums.com/forums/f37/front-panel-lights-and-switches-out-58686.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:46:05 GMT It is raining here in Austin and I woke this morning to find that my water pump and all the lights and switches in my front panel of my 73 31ft rear bath no longer work. I checked the battery and it is good interior lights and 120v appliances work with Honda generator running. I checked the 12v... It is raining here in Austin and I woke this morning to find that my water pump and all the lights and switches in my front panel of my 73 31ft rear bath no longer work. I checked the battery and it is good interior lights and 120v appliances work with Honda generator running. I checked the 12v breakers and fuses in the closet they all appear to be ok.
Any suggestions? Is there a fuse in the front panel? How should I trouble shoot this.
Thanks for all help. I am clueless.
Andy Oliver ]]> AustinAir http://www.airforums.com/forums/f37/front-panel-lights-and-switches-out-58686.html <![CDATA[Rock-n-Roll Airstream aka 'The Bambi Sessions']]> http://www.airforums.com/forums/f42/rock-n-roll-airstream-aka-the-bambi-sessions-58685.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:06:05 GMT Howdy airstreamers! We are a band of two, and a family of 4 (mama, daddy, baby and doggie) who recently hit the road in our new/old 1961 16 foot Bambi. We are touring the country, playing music in our band, Hymn For Her and recording an album in our airstream as we travel. Where do we find the... Howdy airstreamers!
We are a band of two, and a family of 4 (mama, daddy, baby and doggie) who recently hit the road in our new/old 1961 16 foot Bambi. We are touring the country, playing music in our band, Hymn For Her and recording an album in our airstream as we travel. Where do we find the space in such a small airstream for all our equiptment? Well, check out our facebook page where we blog often and add unique little clips daily, weekly or whenever we can hook up. We are now in Malibu staying at the RV park on the hill overlooking the ocean. Life is good. See you out there. Peace. H4H

you can find us on facebook under: Maggi Jane and also under Hymn For Her

hymn for her ]]> On The Road... H4H http://www.airforums.com/forums/f42/rock-n-roll-airstream-aka-the-bambi-sessions-58685.html Need inspector in Homestead, FL http://www.airforums.com/forums/f353/need-inspector-in-homestead-fl-58684.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:53:29 GMT I would like to find an inspector in the Miami/Homestead Florida area.
Thought about making the trip but way to far from E. TN.
Will pay expenses, time............whatever is appropriate or normal protocol.

1992 34' Excella 1000 for $9,900.00. Any help would be appreciated!

Looks to be a to good to be true situation!

Ken Moore 865.388.8284 ]]> Buyer Guidelines kmoore http://www.airforums.com/forums/f353/need-inspector-in-homestead-fl-58684.html 2008 airstream safari special edition 19ft.lightweight http://www.airforums.com/forums/f495/2008-airstream-safari-special-edition-19ft-lightweight-58683.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:50:01 GMT Community Rules. 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/f495/2008-airstream-safari-special-edition-19ft-lightweight-58683.html Is it a hotdog cooker or potty plunger?!! http://www.airforums.com/forums/f161/is-it-a-hotdog-cooker-or-potty-plunger-58682.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:41:25 GMT This thing came with my trailer. I haven't thrown it out because I'm not sure if it's something that has to do with the toilet, or a hotdog cooker :huh:
Whatcha think!!!
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]]> Off Topic Forum beckybillrae http://www.airforums.com/forums/f161/is-it-a-hotdog-cooker-or-potty-plunger-58682.html my podcast: an episode about airstreams with uwe http://www.airforums.com/forums/f44/my-podcast-an-episode-about-airstreams-with-uwe-58681.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:01:04 GMT hi all,

i haven't been on here in awhile but i just released my latest podcast, an interview i did with forum member, uwe salwender at area 63 productions. it's all about vintage airstreams.

www.residearchitecture.com/podcast

by the way, if anyone is wondering about my '56 flying cloud, it's at uwe's shop in orange. after two years of trying it my way, i had to call in the troops. ]]> General Repair Forum urbanfood http://www.airforums.com/forums/f44/my-podcast-an-episode-about-airstreams-with-uwe-58681.html Hello new project http://www.airforums.com/forums/f368/hello-new-project-58680.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:34:33 GMT Hi I'm new here although I've been watching the forums now and then for a little while. at any rate we have taken the plunge and now have a new project. 1975 25' airstream. It has been parked for many years on the west coast in the forest but under cover. I will have to tow it back home in December (snow storms + mountains) and I'm anticipating replacing the tires and going through the lights before we leave.. just wondering what else could give us a problem. Are the wheel bearings difficult to quickly re-pack? Anyway here is a picture... the shell is straight with only a minor dent on the bottom front. Any information would be appreciated. it looks like I need to load my photos to flickr or something like that to post?
Cheers ]]> Member Introductions keithmac http://www.airforums.com/forums/f368/hello-new-project-58680.html <![CDATA[1976 airstream land yacht ambassador-27' travel trailer]]> http://www.airforums.com/forums/f495/1976-airstream-land-yacht-ambassador-27-travel-trailer-58679.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:30:04 GMT Community Rules. 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/f495/1976-airstream-land-yacht-ambassador-27-travel-trailer-58679.html <![CDATA[Airstream Safari 22' LIKE NEW]]> http://www.airforums.com/forums/f495/airstream-safari-22-like-new-58677.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:20:09 GMT Community Rules. 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-safari-22-like-new-58677.html New Brighton State Beach http://www.airforums.com/forums/f42/new-brighton-state-beach-58676.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:13:45 GMT Has anyone stayed at New Brighton near Santa Cruz, and what did you think of the place? Has anyone stayed at New Brighton near Santa Cruz, and what did you think of the place? ]]> On The Road... Zugbug http://www.airforums.com/forums/f42/new-brighton-state-beach-58676.html Inverter - On or Off? http://www.airforums.com/forums/f449/inverter-on-or-off-58675.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:13:32 GMT Taking my generator and multi meter up to do some investigating today, but I'm not an electrician. My brother is and he gave me some instruction. In the meantime, I'm really not sure if my batteries are being charged. Here is a pic of the inverter on/off switch. Not real intuitive...is it ON if you can see ON, or is it ON with the rocker arm covering ON (and leaving OFF visible)?

]]> big_john http://www.airforums.com/forums/f449/inverter-on-or-off-58675.html Gotcha! Our first AS - 1986 SOV http://www.airforums.com/forums/f368/gotcha-our-first-as-1986-sov-58674.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:03:46 GMT After months of searching and researching we FINALLY got what I think is our ideal rear bed, center bath, front sofa camper!!! Due to towing limitations (and cost limitations) we had originally settled on a late model Bambi (compromising the sofa for a dinette) and unfortunately I had lost a... After months of searching and researching we FINALLY got what I think is our ideal rear bed, center bath, front sofa camper!!!

Due to towing limitations (and cost limitations) we had originally settled on a late model Bambi (compromising the sofa for a dinette) and unfortunately I had lost a couple of deals (which seems like a common occurrance). In fact, I had just lost a deal from a private seller over Halloween Weekend when one of our forum members popped his 86 SOV up for sale on the classifieds board, and he was just 60 miles away in Atlanta. I drove down the next day and bought it on the spot!!

I was initially concerned re: weight, as we have a Tahoe which is a 6,800 lbs GVWR vehicle and I really didn't think I could safely pull any AS longer than 23', but the mid 80's vintage is apparently made with lots of alumnimum for interior supports and it cuts down on the weight significantly at 5,200 lbs. The weight dist hitch and anti sway, not to mention the new axles rendered this a pulling dream! I had never towed anything before and our Tahoe tugged this right down the highway without an issue.

The PO, ckeysor, was SUPER helpful and did just a fantastic job on all the systems in the trailer. This really is a special coach and our family is just thrilled to own her. First trip is Dec 4,5,6!

Pics below:



]]> Member Introductions big_john http://www.airforums.com/forums/f368/gotcha-our-first-as-1986-sov-58674.html Stripping old vs. new quality http://www.airforums.com/forums/f441/stripping-old-vs-new-quality-58673.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:19:36 GMT Someone told me the pre 70's trailers polish up to a higher shine than the 70's and newe because of the makeup of the aluminum.
.Does this mean on a 74 you wouldn't get that dramatic look.
Is it possible but harder to do? Anyone polished both? ]]> bwaysteve http://www.airforums.com/forums/f441/stripping-old-vs-new-quality-58673.html