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10-10-2007, 07:13 AM
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Rivet Master  Commercial Member
Vintage Kin Owner
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Installation is pretty straight forward. When I put one into my '06 CCD, the biggest challenge and the one that took the most time was enlarging the opening, as Atwoods are about 1-3/4" shorter than the Suburban that it is a direct replacement for.
Trimming back the inner and outer skins is not difficult, just requiring some precise measuring. The actual connections are a snap!
Let me know if you need one. Forum Courtesy Discounts apply. 
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Originally Posted by cameront120
Thanks for all the info Lew. I'm seriously considering getting one of these for my Tradewind. With the Canadian dollar doing so well right now, it is looking even more attractive.
My only question would be how complicated is the installation?
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10-10-2007, 08:01 AM
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1972 25' Tradewind
North Vancouver
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I'll definitely contact you when I'm ready to buy. What do you use for triming the skin? Do you use a reciprocal saw with metal blade or just a pair of aircraft shears?
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10-10-2007, 06:49 PM
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Rivet Master Commercial Member
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Naples
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Originally Posted by cameront120
I'll definitely contact you when I'm ready to buy. What do you use for triming the skin? Do you use a reciprocal saw with metal blade or just a pair of aircraft shears?
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Actually, no saw at all........just shears and a nifty little gizmo that is a mini anvil cutter that does not distort the metal......no matter how thin. I'll put up a shot of it when I hit the shop in FL, as the little bugger is currently buried in my van with about 800 lbs. of stuff around it, including the motorcycle.
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10-10-2007, 07:58 PM
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2007 25' Safari FB SE
1958 22' Flying Cloud
1974 29' Ambassador
Yucca Valley
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Actually, no saw at all........just shears and a nifty little gizmo that is a mini anvil cutter that does not distort the metal......no matter how thin. I'll put up a shot of it when I hit the shop in FL, as the little bugger is currently buried in my van with about 800 lbs. of stuff around it, including the motorcycle. |
Oh please, Lewey, do post a picture. A tool I don't have yet? Geez....
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10-10-2007, 09:31 PM
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Oh please, Lewey, do post a picture. A tool I don't have yet? Geez....
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Patience, just as soon as I get back! You definitely need this one!
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10-10-2007, 09:37 PM
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1986 32' Excella
Airstream Funeral Coach
Citrus Heights
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could it be "The original ADEL Nibbling Tool" ?? I use one for precise work, good tool and not that much money. Google it, For long cuts there are any number of pneumatic nibblers, but the Adel works anywhere!
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10-10-2007, 09:43 PM
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Rivet Master Commercial Member
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OK Gang,
For all of you impatient souls out there who just can't wait to buy a new tool, here is the nibbler that I use. There is a more expensive model, but the jaws are the same, just fancier handles. Eastwood Company: Auto Tools, Body Repair, Classic Car Restoration, House of Kolor Paint, Powder Coating
Home > Tools & Equipment > Shop Tools > Metal Working Tools
  
Mini Nibbler
Unique blade and handle design requires less cutting effort than conventional snips. The metal is held firmly by the die while the movable center blade cuts. Starts from a hole as small as 1/4". Jaws are made from heat-treated tool steel and are replaceable in seconds. Cuts up to 16 gauge aluminum, brass, and copper or up to 18 gauge mild steel. Made in France.
One year hassle free warranty.
Item# Product Qty Price 28012 Mini Nibbler
$29.99
28012 A Mini Nibbler Replacement Blades
$19.99
28012 S Mini Nibbler Replacement Spring
$2.49
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10-10-2007, 09:47 PM
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ohh- thats nice Lew!! I really like the fact that you can start from a 1/4" hole. Gonna have to get me one- thanks!
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10-10-2007, 10:06 PM
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1972 25' Tradewind
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I want! That just became my new favorite tool that I don't own yet!
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10-10-2007, 10:19 PM
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I wanted to get the ondemand on my new unit but as said the opening need to be enlarge...
I keep the tool reference for later.
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08-27-2010, 11:32 AM
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3 Rivet Member 
1963 19' Globetrotter
1963 22' Flying Cloud
1963 24' Tradewind
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Does anyone have pictures on how the rv 500 looks attached to a Airstream. My Atwood does not look good to me on my coach and was thinking about upgrading. I guess my question is will this rv 500 look better on the Airstream rather then the atwood? Thanks for the help.
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08-27-2010, 02:21 PM
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3 Rivet Member
1961 16' Bambi
Las Cruces
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here's ours
i asked precision temp if they would sell us a cover without being anodized.
i figured that it would polish better that. i get it right sometimes. good people there. cost ~$50.00 for the plain aluminum cover. i have a spare anodized cover if anyone wants it...
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08-27-2010, 03:30 PM
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3 Rivet Member
1963 19' Globetrotter
1963 22' Flying Cloud
1963 24' Tradewind
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That looks awesome thanks for the pic.
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