1973 Argosy 20' newby owner's questions.

[Inland RV Center, In]

Originally Posted by atti_mac

Is it any brand or type of paint required or I can go with anything what it used for cars?

Automotive paints are superior and work great when used on an Airstream or Argosy, providing, the surface is preped correctly, a flexible primer is used, a good quality color is used, followed by a couple of coats of automotive clear.

Andy

[a_magyar]

I asked on other section of the forum, but I am putting it here so it will show more process on the remodeling

That frame what it holds the steps in my 20' 1973 Argosy, the right side totally rusted, and cracked. I removed the steps, and wondering if is available to order that "frame"?
I don't know anyone around here who has a welding/machine shop, because I thought it is possible to cut it out a lower part (marked with red dots) like a triangle, and just weld it back a sheet of metal, and paint it over...



The steps kinda folds in, and suppose to slide underneath the belly of the camper, but because of the rusted slide on the right side now it is not safe anymore. It pops any time somebody step on it because the slide is broken.

The left side in good condition:



The right side again:

[Panama Red]

Try outofdoorsmart.com. It's where I bought the same item for my 74 Sov.

-Red

[a_magyar]

What is the name for it?

[Inland RV Center, In]

Originally Posted by atti_mac

What is the name for it?

Step outrigger.

Others have them as well.

Andy

[J. Morgan]

I think Inland RV Center has step outriggers, if my memory serves me.

[DryFly]

The issue with the Tempro 635 is that it's a bear to remove once cured. Butyl tape is easy to remove, but doesn't last nearly as long. I used the butyl and screwed the vent down, figuring I would keep an eye on it and knowing that it deteriorates in 2 plus years. A word of caution, be careful not to over torque the screws or you'll crack the plastic. Also, be careful to tighten the screws a bit at a time, not all at once, in a pattern similar to torquing a wheel or cylinder head.
Or maybe that's too cautious.
I don't think so.