1989 Classic 345LE

[bkahler]

Derek, you have quite the job ahead of you!

Post pictures as you go

Brad

[crazeevw]

best part about being a Federal Employee? Having time on a paid holiday to start polish on Airstream!

[bkahler]

You certainly have a LOT of work ahead of you!

[crazeevw]

http://www.appliedgmc.com/prod.itml/icOid/540

Been hard at it on polish, but not making much headway. Still, gotten so I watch more YouTube than regular tv, found this SWEET GMC motorhome that had been completely frame-off restored.

They used these type of wiper arm replacements. Wondering, anyone know if they would work on Airstream/Argosy units?

Thanks, Derek

[bkahler]

Originally Posted by crazeevw

http://www.appliedgmc.com/prod.itml/icOid/540

Been hard at it on polish, but not making much headway. Still, gotten so I watch more YouTube than regular tv, found this SWEET GMC motorhome that had been completely frame-off restored.

They used these type of wiper arm replacements. Wondering, anyone know if they would work on Airstream/Argosy units?

Thanks, Derek

There's nothing easy about polishing!

Here is a thread on Airforums from 13 years ago where McNeon took that style of arm and retrofitted it to their coach. I actually have several of those arms but decided to just go with the original style.

Brad

[crazeevw]

Originally Posted by bkahler

There's nothing easy about polishing!

Here is a thread on Airforums from 13 years ago where McNeon took that style of arm and retrofitted it to their coach. I actually have several of those arms but decided to just go with the original style.

Brad

I'm gonna try RockAuto and see what they look like. By the time I drive all the way over to East Hillsborough county (think Tampa) who knows if I'll find 2 shovel nose GM minivans. Never have cared for the way those wiper arms are stuck up in middle of windshield. Maybe it's just me, just the whole aesthetics of it all.

Oh well, I just created another item on my 'to-do' list. Ordered more G6 this week as well. Wish I could find me a rivet shaver, vintagetrailersupply doesn't have any, and doesn't say when they'll be getting any more.

I've been texting keyair, totally agree with him on ditching the center beltline molding. Think Airstream will look 100% better without, especially when it's all polished!

[bkahler]

Out Of Doors Mart has a shaver listed.

Brad

[crazeevw]

Originally Posted by bkahler

Out Of Doors Mart has a shaver listed.

Brad

Sellers of these shavers sure like them a lot, don't they??

[bkahler]

Yep

[martin300662]

And you need one for each size of rivet!

I left mine in a bag at Brad's place if someone wants to borrow one to do a few and then return it?????? Not sure what the two way shipping costs would be.

[crazeevw]

Rivets arrived today. I'll start removing center beltline trim completely. No idea if anyone needs or is interested in any of the trim or end pieces.
Plans are to begin on Sunday. Anyone need anything? Just need reimbursement of shipping costs.

Thanks, Derek

[bobmiller1]

Derek...I am excited to see the finished product....get busy ! Regards, Bob

[crazeevw]

Originally Posted by bobmiller1

Derek...I am excited to see the finished product....get busy ! Regards, Bob

If I didn't have to work, I'd be MUCH further ahead. Finally determined recently that retirement will have to wait until 2022, so am now going to get all of the projects completed, even the most minute ones. After seeing Keyair removing his center beltline during his polish, knew that at some point, that was exactly what I wanted.
Now that paint is removed, center beltline removal is next, along with rivets, then shaving of rivets.

After speaking to a Full-Timing couple I know, I'm contemplating getting Airstream complete on the inside and 'moving' in so I can begin work on my house to get it ready to place on market once values have stabilized in my area. Gives me a chance to see what all I need inside for Full-Timing myself. Oh, biggest reason for moving inside my Airstream while it's parked in my Driveway? Full-timers said even with 2 A/C's blasting, their monthly electric bill never exceeded $35.00!

[raveson]

Have not heard from you in quite a while. You have embarked on quite a project!
Brave man!
We are moving closer to you, but not close enough to be of assistance. Will finally have room for Miss Magee (Prevost) on our property and space for guests.
Give me a call

[bkahler]

Originally Posted by crazeevw

Rivets arrived today. I'll start removing center beltlineAttachment 275256 trim completely. No idea if anyone needs or is interested in any of the trim or end pieces.
Plans are to begin on Sunday. Anyone need anything? Just need reimbursement of shipping costs.

Thanks, Derek

Derek, by all means keep the trim and end pieces for as long as you can! When I dismantled the 345 I had a lot of people contact me about a piece here and there, unfortunately I didn't have enough to go around.

Brad

[crazeevw]

Plans are to get into Power Steering Pump removal tomorrow. Any suggestions? Just know I'm DEFINITELY replacing ALL hoses. Been told by more than one local Mechanic to head to local Goodyear for custom replacement hoses.

Know I've got a leak, and with Hydroboost operating brake system, instead of 'diagnosing' I'm just going to replace.

[bkahler]

Power steering pumps are no fun to replace. You'll be working from the top of the motor and through the drivers wheel well.

I'm not sure why you would need custom hoses as the high pressure hose should be available off the shelf at a parts store. There are two 3/8" ID suction hoses that you will want to replace. One suction hose goes from the pump to the hydro boost and the other goes from the pump to the power steering gear box. The suction hoses are held in place with regular hose clamps,.

Brad

[gaiaenviro]

I did mine recently (twice) and the parts were available but had to order the high pressure hose (took a day). If it's at all possible to degrease the pump and surrounding area before you start you will have an easier task...


-Bill
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[crazeevw]

Originally Posted by bkahler

Power steering pumps are no fun to replace. You'll be working from the top of the motor and through the drivers wheel well.

I'm not sure why you would need custom hoses as the high pressure hose should be available off the shelf at a parts store. There are two 3/8" ID suction hoses that you will want to replace. One suction hose goes from the pump to the hydro boost and the other goes from the pump to the power steering gear box. The suction hoses are held in place with regular hose clamps,.

Brad

Brad, I'm wanting better than average quality off the shelf hoses for this. Looking at what I'm dealing with, I'm going to try and get the pump off today, rest can wait till this coming 3 day weekend. Just too much to try and do in one day off from work, well, with all of my other chores, just too much lol

[Keyair]

Good luck...
You know where to call when you get frustrated and greasy!