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08-03-2004, 09:44 PM
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Rivet Master
1958 26' Overlander
Mesa
, Arizona
Join Date: Jul 2004
Posts: 1,742
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Control Panel Questions for my '72
Hi all,
Took a close look at my control panel for the first time and noticed several light bulbs are burnt out. The only identifier I could find was the number "53X." I'm having trouble finding it online and at local auto stores. Any clues or tips where I can find them?
Also, It looks like the analog clock and temperature dials aren't working. Any tips on how to work on these?
Finally, there are a few cracks and chips in the control panel itself. How would one go about repairing these?
Thanks in advance,
Mello Mike
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1958 Overlander
2011 Wolf Creek 850N TC
2011 Ford F-250 Crewcab (6.2L), 3.73RE
WBCCI #5661/AIR #5661/TAC # AZ-6
4CU 1st VP
My '58 Overlander Restoration and Travel Blog:
https://mellomikesairstreams.blogspot.com/
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08-03-2004, 10:04 PM
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Desert Fox
1985 31' Sovereign
Tucson
, Arizona
Join Date: Jan 2004
Posts: 250
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Hi MIKE
Quote:
Originally Posted by mello mike
Hi all,
Took a close look at my control panel for the first time and noticed several light bulbs are burnt out. The only identifier I could find was the number "53X." I'm having trouble finding it online and at local auto stores. Any clues or tips where I can find them?
Also, It looks like the analog clock and temperature dials aren't working. Any tips on how to work on these?
Finally, there are a few cracks and chips in the control panel itself. How would one go about repairing these?
Thanks in advance,
Mello Mike
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Have you gone to Radio Shack, they may have cross refarance . Just bring the old bulb with you. If you do not like the shack try your favorite electonics store or Ham store that selle electronic radio equipment.
Russell
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08-04-2004, 05:07 AM
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2 Rivet Member
1972 25' Tradewind
Lake Worth
, Florida
Join Date: Apr 2004
Posts: 96
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I'm also in the same boat as you. My bulbs are good but the clock and temp are down. I also have a large (ugly) crack in the face. If I wanted to replace the whole unit and put in a newer style, what type should I use??? My A/S is pretty funky inside so I don't really care about keeping it. I'll list my unit here when I replace it. Thanks for any help.
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08-04-2004, 09:26 AM
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Rivet Master
2020 30' Flying Cloud
1995 25' Excella
Clear Lake
, Minnesota
Join Date: Jul 2004
Posts: 588
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Quote:
Originally Posted by mello mike
Hi all,
Also, It looks like the analog clock and temperature dials aren't working. Any tips on how to work on these?
Thanks in advance,
Mello Mike
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Maybe you already know this, but the clock works on I believe a C battery. We have not actually put a battery in ours yet, so I'm not positive on the size.
Will be interested in hearing about tips on the temp dial.
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Mark
72 Sovereign: L couch, mid-twin, rear-bath "When you come to a fork in the road, take it" "It was impossible to get a conversation going; everybody was talking too much." "If you don't know where you are going, you will wind up somewhere else." - Yogi Berra
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08-04-2004, 12:55 PM
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2 Rivet Member
1972 25' Tradewind
Lake Worth
, Florida
Join Date: Apr 2004
Posts: 96
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Yup, battery fixed the clock..... Still whould like to hear about replacing the whole unit w/something new -high tech looking..... to match the flat screen and funky inside.....
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08-04-2004, 02:17 PM
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3 Rivet Member
Join Date: Jul 2004
Posts: 153
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"I see a bright future is in store for you"
Regarding the 53x bulb, its cross references are 53X-USA
and CM53X, specs are: category: Miniaturevolts: 14.4amp/watt: .12A / 1.73Wbase: BA9s - Miniature Bayonetglass: G-3-1/2filament: C-2Vm.o.l.: 15/16 inchesl.c.l.: 7/16 incheslumens: MSCP:.75 (candle power)
An autoparts store should have a cross over (NAPA etc)
if not check this link: http://donsbulbs.com/cgi-bin/r/b.pl/53x.html
"I see a bright future is in store for you"
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08-04-2004, 03:43 PM
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Desert Fox
1985 31' Sovereign
Tucson
, Arizona
Join Date: Jan 2004
Posts: 250
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bulbs
Quote:
Originally Posted by sovereignrwe
Maybe you already know this, but the clock works on I believe a C battery. We have not actually put a battery in ours yet, so I'm not positive on the size.
Will be interested in hearing about tips on the temp dial.
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Hi Mark,
the bulbs you want are 1445 by EIKO AVALIBLE in your local parts store. All it is a small 12v bulb. The cost is 2.75 for 4 bulbs. About you crack in pannel if it is plastic maybe some pvc glue will bond it together. May not look purty but will be functional.
Russ
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08-04-2004, 08:36 PM
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Rivet Master
1958 26' Overlander
Mesa
, Arizona
Join Date: Jul 2004
Posts: 1,742
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Thanks, guys, for the info.
Mike
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1958 Overlander
2011 Wolf Creek 850N TC
2011 Ford F-250 Crewcab (6.2L), 3.73RE
WBCCI #5661/AIR #5661/TAC # AZ-6
4CU 1st VP
My '58 Overlander Restoration and Travel Blog:
https://mellomikesairstreams.blogspot.com/
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