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mandolindave · 10-13-2005, 09:44 AM

I have one of those, and have been using it for years. It is a support for the bunk bed. The Airstream factory recalled them because they develop
hairline cracks over time. I sell the newer improved, safer, magneseum balanced support for $429.99 plus shipping.

desi arnaz · 10-13-2005, 10:03 AM

you are all wrong.....it is a sewer lid remover

SafeHarbor · 10-13-2005, 11:04 AM

Uh-oh. I've timed out on reputation points, so the the rest of you guessers are off by yourselves.

Lamar

alfalsetto · 10-30-2005, 09:22 PM

It's a tool for you to check your oil? LOL

bill benton · 11-05-2005, 05:37 PM

its an airstream divining rod. If you have one of these in your hands, usually a airstream will be near by.

Swanny · 11-05-2005, 08:35 PM

Okay....now that all the 'crackpots' have given their answers, it's time for the truth

This device is a valuable antique with a nautical theme. Yep...it's the original harpoon from the 1950's version of Moby Dick. Just look at it for a long time and you'll see images of Captain Ahab chasing a flamingo or was it a whale?

Mitch

alfalsetto · 11-06-2005, 08:12 PM

flamingo!!!

StingrayL82 · 11-06-2005, 09:55 PM

It's a measuring tool, to see if your countertop edges are truly 90 degrees.

Frederic

alfalsetto · 11-07-2005, 12:39 PM

This has been going on so long I forgot the thing we are talking about. I'm going back an take a good look at it before a say more.

LowellN · 11-07-2005, 04:03 PM

Looks like a tool to scrape off peeling clearcoat.

canny_banjo_man · 11-13-2005, 01:03 AM

Well over here in Lime-Ville, We call 'em a THINGY, wots-it, Do dah, U kn, it's jus one of those objects that don't realy have a name, U jus USE it 4 anything, like clearin snow ( Wide end 4 wide tires, & small end 4 small tires ), tossin Snakes away, pokin the missus in2 gettin off Her Butt & fetchin U another BEER...& if U drop anythin U can use it 2 pull it 2wards U, instead of gettin outta Yr sun chair & losin it 2 the Dog...& A pooper shover, U jus push the mess 2 the next van...& whistle whilst U crawl bk 2 Yrs...Also, it's a Change getter, U kn when U stopped 2 short at the Mc.Ds, U got an ARM extention 2 collect Yr 1 cent change...
Talkin of, Roll on THURSDAY, & We'll ALL B over the pond, in FLORIDA 4 our 21 nite VACATION, so jus hope U Guys have saved us some SUNSHINE..LOL, C U there... ...Chris.....

alfalsetto · 11-13-2005, 06:22 PM

I Don't Think That It's One Of The Name You Just Said.

sarmimi · 11-13-2005, 08:32 PM

Sorry, but you are all incorrect.

The metal object is one of the possible "murder" weapons in the Airstream Edition of the boardgame Clue, and the Flamingo is one of the board game pieces. You should check it out, characters include Wally and Stella Byam, Dr. Argosy, Miss Bambi, and Prof. Overlander.

mandolindave · 11-13-2005, 10:10 PM

It's Canny Banjo Man's spell checker. I think I heard that Summerkid gave it to him. I'm not sure about that though.

canny_banjo_man · 11-14-2005, 12:32 AM

Now vats wot I'm talkin abt...the Big end is 4 BIG werdz, & the lttl end is 4 SMALL werdz, a kinda SCRABBLE board, & if U playin with a partner across the table, U jus help 'em out by passin letters 2 'em...LOL... ( Am I gettin warm yet ??? ) LOL...
Well whatever U wish 2 use it 4, have fun, My guess is, with reading the endless list of answers,it's gotta B one of those All American Universal tools... Every Guy should have one, it's Yr Tool 4 scrapin ICE from Yr Windows, also it's the tool 4 U jus 2 carry in the back of Yr pick up, it's jus a Man thing, people always look in the back of pick-up trucks, I DO, jus outa curiosity...& expect 2 c sumfin jus idlin abt, usualy sum worthless object, but NOT worthless when U need one...lol, I mean, U nvr kn wen U may need one of those... Anyway I gotta Go 4 now, but I'll catch Ya ALL ltr...With the REAL ANSWER...LOL...Chris.....

alfalsetto · 11-14-2005, 10:16 PM

I just check out it My shop and I had one on the wall. I not going to tell you the name on it!

**azflycaster** · 11-14-2005, 11:11 PM

I saw one of those at my Periodontists office today, this is not going to be good!

tin sista · 11-15-2005, 08:56 AM

I'm torn between a sidewalk edger and a "freakishly strong" Yukon Ice Scraper...

**Janet H** · 11-15-2005, 11:29 AM

PUT IT BACK! The owner of that Airstream MOHO windup key is gonna need it next time he/she wants to hit the road. For those of you who don't own motor homes here's how it works:

How to wind up an AS Motor home (from the 1992 AS Owners Manual page 47, basic maintenance, section b, 4)

1. Turn off vehicle and extinguish all smoking materials.
2. Insert key into winding mechanism found under small louvered door just to the left of MOHO side entry.
3. Turn key clockwise, counting clicks until key feels snug or you count 24 clicks. Do not over-tighten.
4. Remove key and be sure to latch door/cover (these covers are no longer made and many owners have lost doors during transit. You may be able to find a replacement at Cowlaws salvage or on ebay - maybe... Be prepared to pay top dollar)
5. Stow key for further use.

Cruising range of one fully wound mechanism is 362 miles.

Special exceptions:

1. Make-work laws in Oregon, Pittsburgh and a few other places prohibit vehicle owners from fueling their vehicles. Only an employee of a certified fueling stop may turn your key in these states. In Oregon those holding Public utility cards do not pay fueling taxes; In Pittsburgh you must pay mandatory city fuel surcharges.
2. In Montana and Idaho it is permissible to leave your vehicle running during rewind.
3. In Alaska You are required to extinguish all smoking materials except marijuana bearing AK state tax seal.

What to do if you lose the winding key:

Any certified AS dealer should have these in stock - be sure to specify the year make and model of your MOHO as there is a 20% restocking fee if you get the wrong one.
If you need one in an emergency situation e.g. you forgot to stow your key, lost it on the side of the hwy and ran down in North Dakota, simply flag down any AS MOHO owner - they are prevalent and one will come along soon. The owners are very friendly and will be happy to help.