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10-03-2016, 05:55 PM
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#61
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Rivet Master
2005 34' Classic S/O
2006 39' Land Yacht 396 XL
north blenheim
, New York
Join Date: Sep 2012
Posts: 2,847
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10-03-2016, 07:24 PM
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#62
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Rivet Master
1936 20' Clipper
1947 22' Liner
Curtis Wright
1989 37' Airstream 370
marshfield
, Massachusetts
Join Date: Nov 2009
Posts: 789
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Quote:
Originally Posted by bobmiller1
Another trip to lowe's and napa....it seems weekly to me, anywhere from $75.00 to $150.00 I probably have enough PEX fittings to do 3 Airstreams completely from stem to stern. I think I have every stainless #6 through #14 screw made from 1/2" to 2" in length. Like I don't have enough to do already...just purchased a few roller bearing drawer slides...,.maybe I'll take them camping this weekend.....in case of rain. Or snow
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Bob,
So glad to hear that your Pex inventory is fully stocked. Now that you've had a chance to practice on your own, I'll drop off my 370 for a complete plumbing refit as soon as you've got shop space available!
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10-04-2016, 05:40 AM
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#63
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Rivet Master
2005 34' Classic S/O
2006 39' Land Yacht 396 XL
north blenheim
, New York
Join Date: Sep 2012
Posts: 2,847
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no problem....was thinking of doing that for you when I retire (don't hold your breath) Regards, Bob
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10-04-2016, 09:10 PM
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#64
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Rivet Master
1936 20' Clipper
1947 22' Liner
Curtis Wright
1989 37' Airstream 370
marshfield
, Massachusetts
Join Date: Nov 2009
Posts: 789
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10-05-2016, 06:20 AM
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#65
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Rivet Master
2005 34' Classic S/O
2006 39' Land Yacht 396 XL
north blenheim
, New York
Join Date: Sep 2012
Posts: 2,847
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Actually, I told Debbie that when I retire I would like to open a Victoria's Secret franchise.....that went over like a fart in church....so looks like I will be selling screwdrivers for a little longer. All is moving forward for the trip to Cooperstown, will hopefully have 3 days to collect my thoughts and plan for a 2017 Classic Motorhome Get-Together.
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10-05-2016, 03:14 PM
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#66
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Rivet Master
1991 25' Airstream 250
Oxford
, Oxfordshire
Join Date: Jun 2007
Posts: 1,253
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Bob - next time you are over In the UK......you're welcome to stay at mine!
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10-06-2016, 04:44 PM
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#67
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Rivet Master
2005 34' Classic S/O
2006 39' Land Yacht 396 XL
north blenheim
, New York
Join Date: Sep 2012
Posts: 2,847
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All systems are a go for Cooperstown. With the exception of the mis-aligned alternator/crank pulley and the radiator leak. Every morning this week before work there was something to do....you know, "It's Never Done". Hopefully all the systems that I repaired or replaced will work as expected. We all have that tool tote that we hope we never need to use, but you never know. I plan on clearing my head over the weekend and making a concrete plan of the items I will be replacing over the winter.....I know I won't be able to get it all done, but the master plan of three years worked on the 325LE so it should work on the 370LE as well. Regards, Bob
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10-07-2016, 07:34 AM
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#68
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New Member
1989 37' Airstream 370
Thomaston
, Georgia
Join Date: Oct 2016
Posts: 4
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Bob - Thanks for posting your work in progress! I just took ownership of a 370LE this week and can't wait to start sorting it out. It is in great shape, but has been sitting unused for a couple of years. The previous owner is a friend's father who is now in poor health. They handed me quite a stack of receipts and books that I am still going through.
John H
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10-08-2016, 06:05 AM
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#69
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Rivet Master
2005 34' Classic S/O
2006 39' Land Yacht 396 XL
north blenheim
, New York
Join Date: Sep 2012
Posts: 2,847
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Hey John, great news.....why don't you post some pictures and tell us some history of the 370.....there were very few of these produced. Maybe you would be interested in joining us for the 2017 Classic Motor Home Get-Together.
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10-08-2016, 07:28 AM
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Rivet Master
1982 31' Airstream 310
champaign
, Illinois
Join Date: Oct 2012
Posts: 4,071
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So are you headed to Cooperstown today BOB??
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10-08-2016, 08:13 AM
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#71
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Rivet Master
2005 34' Classic S/O
2006 39' Land Yacht 396 XL
north blenheim
, New York
Join Date: Sep 2012
Posts: 2,847
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Got to Cooperstown last night, the radiator is worse than I thought, the univolt crapped out, forgot my battery charger.....but all else is good...LOL I ran the 370LE for 30 mins this morning to charge the house batteries, you know the refrigerator will not work below 9 volts....neither will the furnace, just have to keep after the kids to leave the lights off.
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10-08-2016, 08:47 AM
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#72
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Rivet Master
2005 34' Classic S/O
2006 39' Land Yacht 396 XL
north blenheim
, New York
Join Date: Sep 2012
Posts: 2,847
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10-08-2016, 08:52 AM
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#73
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Rivet Master
1982 31' Airstream 310
champaign
, Illinois
Join Date: Oct 2012
Posts: 4,071
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ahhhhhhhh well, those items were on your list anyway so no big surprises. Sounds like an extra pair of socks and more blankets, a bag or two of ice for the fridge will get you through the weekend. At least you can charge the house batteries a bit through your isolator! We woke up to temps in the low 40s here at home today. Have fun!
Mike
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10-08-2016, 03:27 PM
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#74
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Rivet Master
2005 34' Classic S/O
2006 39' Land Yacht 396 XL
north blenheim
, New York
Join Date: Sep 2012
Posts: 2,847
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A good friend of mine who used to work with me who is now selling brand X tools still comes camping with us occasionally. I broke down and asked for a ride 15 miles away to the closest Wal-Mart and bought a charger for the house batteries. It kills me because I have 3 at home plus the original uni-volt from the 325LE. But now all is well. Great relaxing day today, currently sitting around the campfire and enjoying an adult beverage.
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10-08-2016, 06:32 PM
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#75
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4 Rivet Member
1986 34.5' Airstream 345
Alliance
, Ohio
Join Date: Apr 2007
Posts: 262
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Rita and I split a bottle of wine tonight in front of a camp fire. Not the same as camping with the 345. But listening to the Owls hoot away and relaxing by the fire is just what I needed after spreading some gravel to fix pot holes in the driveway. I'll be stiff a few days but at least this winter should be better on the cars. Keep the camp fires burning Bob. Looking forward the the next Classic meet.
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10-09-2016, 05:18 PM
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#76
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New Member
1989 37' Airstream 370
Thomaston
, Georgia
Join Date: Oct 2016
Posts: 4
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Quote:
Originally Posted by bobmiller1
Hey John, great news.....why don't you post some pictures and tell us some history of the 370.
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This one was originally in MS and later in AL before coming to GA. New engine in 2002 and new trans in 2004. From what I can tell, it has been back to Airstream at least three times for refurbishing. I have the receipts from the AL owner, but it does not look like the GA owner saved any even though I can tell they did maintain it up until maybe 2011 (based on the GA state park pass on the mirror).
Not sure what I am going to do with it, but I'm having fun so far. I spent all weekend on it getting it ready to drive home and hope to do that later this week. Replaced ignition module today and waiting on a fuel pump to come in. Only hiccup so far is I had to bypass the safety switches between the key and starter relay. Are there any starter lockouts besides the neutral switch? The Gillig schematic doesn't show any.
I'll try to upload some pictures when I get a chance.
John H
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10-10-2016, 06:01 AM
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#77
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Rivet Master
1994 36' Classic 36 Diesel
Colorado Springs
, Colorado
Join Date: Mar 2012
Posts: 883
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Bob,
How do Debbie and the kids like it? Sounds like you are enjoying it!
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1994 36' Classic Diesel Pusher
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10-10-2016, 06:25 AM
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#78
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Rivet Master
2005 34' Classic S/O
2006 39' Land Yacht 396 XL
north blenheim
, New York
Join Date: Sep 2012
Posts: 2,847
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Good morning from Cooperstown, I am happy to report that all systems with the exception of the Uni-Volt have performed well. It is 36 degrees here now, both front and rear furnaces work extremely well. The hot water heater is running rich, too much yellow flame, I have tried to adjust it but no luck, doesn't really matter cause it's coming out and being replaced anyway over the winter. Was looking at uni-volt replacements over the weekend, I am going to replace it with a Xantrex unit like I did in the 325LE, then I will have 110 volts AC as well and will not have to run the generator as often. The kids are happy, both TVs work front and back both on AC or DC. The leveling jacks have stayed put for three days. The 10 amp charger that I purchased at Wal-Mart saved the weekend, we would have stayed any way, but it made it nicer. Regards, Bob
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10-10-2016, 11:07 AM
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#79
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Rivet Master
1982 31' Airstream 310
champaign
, Illinois
Join Date: Oct 2012
Posts: 4,071
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Field expediency is pretty critical when using these beasts. Nice work.
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10-11-2016, 07:06 PM
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#80
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Rivet Master
2005 34' Classic S/O
2006 39' Land Yacht 396 XL
north blenheim
, New York
Join Date: Sep 2012
Posts: 2,847
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You have to laugh sometimes.....the uni-volt started to work again around 10:00AM Monday morning.....now I have to take it apart and see how it works.....it is still going to be filed away in the "G" file....garbage, but I have to know. Next weekend I start the major tear down of the nose....complete re-wire, new radiator, hoses, thermostat, dash AC and whatever else needs doing.
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