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08-14-2005, 04:27 PM
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Rivet Master
1976 27' Overlander
Richmond
, Virginia
Join Date: Jul 2003
Posts: 755
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Step repair screws for a 1976 Overlander
A screw pulled out on the stairs of our 1976 Overlander. I have posts about members replacing entire step assemblies, but has any one replaced the screws. I have attached a couple of photos. It looks live a very specialized part..
Who made these stairs for Airstream and are repair parts available?
Thanks!
(the screw that I am refering to is the upper one in the 1st photo and the only one in photo 2) I was abel to re-thread but not sure how long it will last.
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"Abe" & Melissa Lincoln
1976 Overlander "Spirit"
2020 GMC Denali Duramax
Hensley Hitch
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08-14-2005, 04:47 PM
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Remember Burma Shave!
2006 19' Safari
2000 25' Safari
1985 25' Sovereign
Fort Myers
, SW.Florida
Join Date: Sep 2003
Posts: 510
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Screw-it!
vajeep,
You can get those threaded fittings directly from Airstream. Call them (937) 596-6111 & they will fax you an exploded view diagram.
Decide which ones you need and order them. Don't choose too may though ... unless you have a huge credit line on your card.
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08-15-2005, 01:07 PM
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Rivet Master
Airstream Dealer
Corona
, California
Join Date: Feb 2002
Posts: 16,497
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The Airstream factory cannot sell parts to anyone, "unless" they are at the factory.
Some dealers stock the footstep parts, but you should select them from an exploded view.
We send that drawing ouyt on request, as it save considerable time.
Andy
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08-15-2005, 03:04 PM
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Rivet Master
1976 25' Tradewind
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, Maine to Arizona
Join Date: Sep 2004
Posts: 621
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Step Bolts
Do they break often?
I am getting old and would not like to fall. "Help I have fallen and I can't get up'.
Is there a inspection operation; steps wiggle, rattle or shake?
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08-15-2005, 03:15 PM
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Remember Burma Shave!
2006 19' Safari
2000 25' Safari
1985 25' Sovereign
Fort Myers
, SW.Florida
Join Date: Sep 2003
Posts: 510
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Whoops !
Sorry! Andy's right. I am only half right. (or is that half fast!)
I was at the factory when I bought my stuff ...
You can get an exploded view, then call your favorite Airstream dealer and give them the part numbers to order for you.
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NORM #3305
"... there is nothing you can't fix yourself ...
... if you're handy ...
... with a check book! ..."
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08-16-2005, 04:55 PM
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Rivet Master
Airstream Dealer
Corona
, California
Join Date: Feb 2002
Posts: 16,497
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Fast Rob
All you can do is look for broken parts and looseness as you try to wiggle the step sideways.
Andy
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08-17-2005, 10:50 AM
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Rivet Master
1976 27' Overlander
Richmond
, Virginia
Join Date: Jul 2003
Posts: 755
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Inland RV Center, In
The Airstream factory cannot sell parts to anyone, "unless" they are at the factory.
Some dealers stock the footstep parts, but you should select them from an exploded view.
We send that drawing ouyt on request, as it save considerable time.
Andy
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Andy,
Thank you for your help. I would like to request that "exploded view" I will PM you with my mailing address. Thank you in advance!!
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"Abe" & Melissa Lincoln
1976 Overlander "Spirit"
2020 GMC Denali Duramax
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06-27-2009, 02:23 PM
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Rivet Master
1976 31' Sovereign
ozark
, Missouri
Join Date: Aug 2007
Posts: 1,040
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I need screw for the steps as well.....where can i find them?
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06-27-2009, 02:42 PM
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Power to the People !
1972 31' Sovereign
SAN DIMAS
, California
Join Date: May 2008
Posts: 447
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step screws
Quote:
Originally Posted by vajeep
A screw pulled out on the stairs of our 1976 Overlander. I have posts about members replacing entire step assemblies, but has any one replaced the screws. I have attached a couple of photos. It looks live a very specialized part..
Who made these stairs for Airstream and are repair parts available?
Thanks!
(the screw that I am refering to is the upper one in the 1st photo and the only one in photo 2) I was abel to re-thread but not sure how long it will last.
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I believe out of doors mart used to have them. I saw them on their site maybe 3 months ago. I checked the website ( ODMRV.COM ), but didn't see any. Give them a call. maybe they can still locate them for you. 1-866-636-2267
Good luck.
Mary
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06-27-2009, 03:47 PM
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Rivet Master
1978 28' Ambassador
Morada
, California
Join Date: Jan 2006
Posts: 1,584
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Here's the link to Out of Doors Mart... Airstream Double Step
I recently replaced all our bolts, etc...real 'fun' to get it all apart, cleaned up and re-assembled...just take your time, put a few coins in the 'cuss' box before you start...
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Ray & Pat; Morada, CA
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06-27-2009, 06:00 PM
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Power to the People !
1972 31' Sovereign
SAN DIMAS
, California
Join Date: May 2008
Posts: 447
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Yeah! Thanks for the link. I tried to find them, but couldn't for some reason. I knew they carried them
Mary
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06-27-2009, 06:06 PM
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Rivet Master
Airstream Dealer
Corona
, California
Join Date: Feb 2002
Posts: 16,497
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Step parts
The best way to order step parts, is to look in your service manual for the part numbers.
In the absence of that manual, you can request an "exploded view" of the step parts.
Should you wish to have that exploded view, be advised that it depends on what year trailer you have.
Make the year known to your dealer so they can send you the correct breakdown.
That saves time and avoids mistakes.
Andy
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06-28-2009, 10:32 AM
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Rivet Master
1976 31' Sovereign
ozark
, Missouri
Join Date: Aug 2007
Posts: 1,040
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Thanks Andy...I looked on your site and didn't find them. Did I miss the step kit somewhere?
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06-28-2009, 10:38 AM
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Rivet Master
Airstream Dealer
Corona
, California
Join Date: Feb 2002
Posts: 16,497
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Quote:
Originally Posted by 76sovereign
Thanks Andy...I looked on your site and didn't find them. Did I miss the step kit somewhere?
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Our web site is a "sale list" only, and lists 5 percent of the Airstream parts that we have.
Andy
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06-28-2009, 10:48 AM
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4 Rivet Member
1977 25' Caravanner
Jeffersonville
, Kentucky
Join Date: Jul 2004
Posts: 490
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I replaced the ones on my 1977 25 footer thru Out of Doors Mart , easy and quick delivery, and as said before , not cheap hardware, also dont mash those fingers !!! works well in the end
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10-16-2010, 11:40 AM
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2 Rivet Member
1973 27' Overlander
Newberry
, Florida
Join Date: Jul 2010
Posts: 24
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I need to replace the same bolt on my '73. It appears it can only be removed by taking out the three bolts that attach the step to the side frame. Not sure where to go from here, but I've gone as far as using an impact wrench with the appropriate allen head adapter. The allen head broke...the '73 bolt still stands strong!!! Does this thing have left hand threads?
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