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SteSpot · 10-18-2013, 11:16 AM

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Brand-new captains chairs from shop4seats.com arrived today

I am thinking we might need those as well. Thanks for posting...

dadstoy · 10-19-2013, 06:22 PM

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Originally Posted by crazeevw

Anyone has a late 80's to early 90's Classic that could snap a pic of their Isolator on front firewall? If so, possible to post a pic here?

Thanks, Derek

My "new" isolator

wxbuoy · 10-19-2013, 08:27 PM

That is a quality job!!!

crazeevw · 10-20-2013, 08:33 PM

Thanks for the great Isolator pix. Able to get extra set of hands today. Hooked up tester to cables up front and hooked up batteries, so able to determine which cables belong to which battery.

Now I've got to figure out hoe to crimps these new connectors on cable ends. Found crimpers at HF, but beginning to think I still don't have large enough crimpers. I'll get this figured out this week.

Thanks, Derek

crazeevw · 10-31-2013, 07:49 PM

Only 3 tires left, and I'll be able to get the Airstream back on the road. Hoping to get street side drive axle and tag axle tires removed over the weekend and deliver them to shop. Once those are off, I'll finally get up on roof, and start my Eternabond and roof paint (w micro-glass beads) project. While up there, will get last of A/C installation completed. Get the beast powered back up and see how these new units work.

When I have A/C, will get started on my hardwood flooring replacement, maybe get the front captains chairs replaced first, sure don't want to scratch up the new flooring!

Did acquire a new trim piece for the screen door. Think it looks really nice!

crazeevw · 11-11-2013, 04:56 AM

anyone possibly tell me what type of exterior rivet I need to use on my Airstream? Have a 'door-holder' that is mounted in incorrect spot, and need to use a 'solid' rivet to fill in the hole.

Any idea what size and type?

Thanks, Derek

bkahler · 11-11-2013, 05:17 AM

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Originally Posted by crazeevw

anyone possibly tell me what type of exterior rivet I need to use on my Airstream? Have a 'door-holder' that is mounted in incorrect spot, and need to use a 'solid' rivet to fill in the hole.

Any idea what size and type?

Thanks, Derek

Derek, just use an Olympic Rivet. If you don't have any you should buy a pack of 25 or 50 to have on hand. I think you want the 5/32" variety. If they come with rubber o-rings, remove the o-ring before using. Also, dip the end of the rivet in Vulkem before installing the rivet. Others may disagree but I've found that you want to have enough Vulkem on the rivet such that you have to wipe the excess off after installing the rivet.

After "popping" the rivet you'll need to trim the stem off and then file it down or buy a rivet shaver and trim it down that way. I have the shaver and it sure helps if you have a lot of rivets to do like I do on my Argosy

Brad

crazeevw · 11-14-2013, 08:57 AM

Thanks so much Brad for info and advice!
Derek

crazeevw · 11-15-2013, 07:36 PM

Ordered Olympic Rivets from Vintage Trailer Supply, THANKS Brad and Steve! Onto another question. Anyone have any idea what size center center cap I need for rear wheels? I've tried measuring across and depth but still end up with wrong size.

Thoughts?

Thanks, Derek

elbundi · 11-17-2013, 12:03 PM

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Originally Posted by crazeevw

Anyone have any idea what size center center cap I need for rear wheels? I've tried measuring across and depth but still end up with wrong size.

Thoughts?

Thanks, Derek

Derek, take a look at this thread about center caps for rear wheels http://www.airforums.com/forums/f311...ap-106220.html

crazeevw · 11-24-2013, 06:41 AM

Final attempt at stripping tar-based roofing paint. An overcast day should work perfectly!

crazeevw · 12-08-2013, 04:51 PM

Anyone have a part number/ name for this part on upper cabinet doors?

Thanks, Derek

crazeevw · 12-21-2013, 01:50 AM

Discovered recently while changing out front captains chairs, that I now have a non-functioning power seat switch.

Anyone have a GM Part number for this? Any ideas where to purchase at a reasonable price?

Thanks, Derek

wxbuoy · 12-21-2013, 04:57 AM

Derek,

I am out of town for the next week but will look in my Chevy miho manuals when I get home if still needed.

What about just replacing it with an aftermarket switch?

crazeevw · 12-21-2013, 05:45 AM

Hi Dave,

The connector with all of the wiring is a fairly large connector. Have a feeling I'd be better off sticking with a GM unit.

Thanks, Derek

SteSpot · 12-21-2013, 08:16 AM

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Originally Posted by crazeevw

Discovered recently while changing out front captains chairs, that I now have a non-functioning power seat switch.

Anyone have a GM Part number for this? Any ideas where to purchase at a reasonable price?

Thanks, Derek

Did you check under the carpet under the seats? We had a nasty surprise there....the floor was rusted out....from water from the street splashing up.....hope you don't have this problem. Paula

Keyair · 12-21-2013, 10:42 AM

1981 87 GM Buick El Camino Monte Carlo Regal Cutlass 442 Power Seat Switch | eBay

I think this is a similar setup... good testing info...
http://canadianponcho.activeboard.co...wer-seat-unit/

bkahler · 12-21-2013, 06:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Keyair

1981 87 GM Buick El Camino Monte Carlo Regal Cutlass 442 Power Seat Switch | eBay

I think this is a similar setup... good testing info...
Restoring a 60's vintage GM 6 way power seat unit. - Canadian Poncho

Steve,

The seat control switches are actually a Ford product from the 70s and 80s Mercury line of vehicles. Possibly other models as well.

Brad

crazeevw · 12-21-2013, 10:24 PM

Followed Brads advice, looked up link he sent via email. Paula, I'll be sure to lift carpet under seats to check for rust.

Thanks, Derek

t7389sg · 12-22-2013, 08:06 PM

I needed to re-wire the passenger seat in my coach as well. I think since the seat will swivel and face the living area the wires gets stressed. I used my power probe and proved the switch worked and the seat motors would run when energized I determined the wires were the problem. I made a new harness with the same color wires and used the old wires to snake my new harness down the door panel (there is no door) and under the carpet to the seat motors. I made the new harness a little longer so there is no stress on the wires when you swivel the seat around. I thought it would be easier to connect the new wires to the seat motors if I removed the seat from its mount and it was but getting the seat back on the pedestal was a real bear. YMMV. Steve