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02-13-2011, 02:45 PM
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2 Rivet Member
2005 30' Classic
Brentwood
, Tennessee
Join Date: Oct 2007
Posts: 22
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Sliding tray in A/S Classic bumper
Does anyone have an easy way to secure the tray in the rear bumper of a 2005 Airstream Classic 30'WB. I have been using pins with holes in them and wire fasteners in the holes (what the former owner had) and it is driving me crazy. I end up on the ground under the bumper fastening and unfastening the pins.
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02-13-2011, 03:19 PM
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Master of Universe
2008 25' Safari FB SE
Grand Junction
, Colorado
Join Date: Sep 2007
Posts: 12,711
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I helped another Forum member remove one of those trays on an '06 Classic. It had been falling out and was tied up to keep it off the ground. The whole assembly looked poorly thought out.
My opinion is that you either have to to do a complete rebuild with better drawer hardware and some sort of locking system to keep it closed, or get a bumper with the box that is accessed with a door on top like my Safari has. There's little that can go wrong with the cheaper Safari storage system.
Gene
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02-13-2011, 05:11 PM
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Join Date: Dec 2004
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Ramblinboy
Does anyone have an easy way to secure the tray in the rear bumper of a 2005 Airstream Classic 30'WB...
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the easy/secure way to keep the drawer closed is with what is supplied when new...
these do work fine, and even 1 will keep it closed.
it pays to carry a few extras...
i put the pins IN the drawer when it's open, which cuts down on missing pins.
one can typically FIND the holes by feel and without getting UNDER the stream.
i do not like having them wired to the drawer, that's a bad idea.
one could use a lot of other fasteners, but may need to enlarge the holes.
IF the drawer tabs don't align properly THAT issue needs to be corrected.
nothing wrong with the design or oem execution of this drawer,
but IF the owners forget to secure the drawer and drive around with it flopping open,
bad things can happen.
cheers
2air'
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02-13-2011, 05:14 PM
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4 Rivet Member
2004 30' Classic Slideout
Between Here
, And There
Join Date: Feb 2005
Posts: 379
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fast pins
Ramblin,
I use stainless steel fast pins with a 6" cable which you can get at most marine stores. Here is a link to amazon for a photo. Amazon.com: SeaChoice Bimini Top Stainless Steel 1/4" Quick - Release Pins with Cable Pair: Sports & Outdoors
You still have to get on your knees to insert the pins but with the lanyard you do not alway have to look for them. I have not had any problems with my drawer except some rust on the inside. I solved this problem by taking the drawer to the local Linex guy and having it coated.
I have also seen where someone used some 5" T-handle lock pins inserted through the top of the bumper extending into the drawer to keep it secure. This eliminates having to get under the bumper but I was not pleased with the appearance. Best of luck
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02-13-2011, 05:42 PM
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Rivet Master
2004 25' Classic
Prescott
, Arizona
Join Date: Jul 2008
Posts: 623
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I'm with 2air' on this one. There is nothing wrong with it. I never get down on my knees to undo it, just squat and reach under I only use one of the snap pins that 2air' shows, the other side has a lock that is also easy to undo. Once you get used to it, you will be able to feel where the pin or lock goes. Good luck,
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W/ Deedee & Boo
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02-13-2011, 07:13 PM
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Contributing Member
2018 Interstate Grand Tour Ext
Austin (Hays County)
, Texas
Join Date: Jun 2002
Posts: 7,164
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Pin saver
I use the snap pins supplied by Airstream to secure the drawer. I got tired of having to keep track of the pins when not in use, so I drilled a 1/4" hole in the bumper on each side of the drawer. When I remove the pins, I stick them in the holes and they never get mislaid or end up in the dirt.
The holes should be at least an inch back so that they just go through plastic and miss the metal flange.
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2018 Interstate GT, "Sabre-Dog V"
WBCCI #9632
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02-14-2011, 09:32 AM
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Master of Universe
2008 25' Safari FB SE
Grand Junction
, Colorado
Join Date: Sep 2007
Posts: 12,711
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The one I saw was a mess. That trailer had been in at least one accident and perhaps it was racked. Glad that others work.
Gene
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02-14-2011, 11:12 AM
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4 Rivet Member
2007 31' Classic
Kansas City
, Missouri
Join Date: May 2009
Posts: 300
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These pricey little guys are often called "lynch pins." NAPA Auto Parts and Sears have good prices on them. Lynch pins are superior to "wire lock pins," which are harder to fasten with one hand.
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02-16-2011, 03:45 PM
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Rivet Master
Currently Looking...
Pittsfield
, Maine
Join Date: Oct 2003
Posts: 1,108
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Now if someone can just figure out how to keep the drawer water tight------!
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2003 GMC 3500 D/A, CC, LB, 4x4 and 2000 Airstream Excella 30. WBCCI 7074
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02-16-2011, 03:57 PM
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Rivet Master
1966 22' Safari
Hilltop Lakes
, Texas
Join Date: Jun 2008
Posts: 1,767
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Tractor supply stores stock Lynch pins in several sizes.
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04-02-2011, 11:58 AM
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Rivet Master
2020 30' Classic
Derwood
, Maryland
Join Date: Mar 2010
Posts: 1,515
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Good info...
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2020 30’ Airstream Classic
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04-03-2011, 05:29 PM
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Contributing Member
2018 Interstate Grand Tour Ext
Austin (Hays County)
, Texas
Join Date: Jun 2002
Posts: 7,164
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Btw
If you will slightly enlarge either the hole on the drawer or else the hole in the fixed part, it is a lot easier to put them in with one hand without kneeling down. Just the next larger size drill will do the trick.
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John W. Irwin
2018 Interstate GT, "Sabre-Dog V"
WBCCI #9632
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04-03-2011, 07:56 PM
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4 Rivet Member
2017 23' International
Ridgefield
, Washington
Join Date: Oct 2010
Posts: 306
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What kind of "booty" do folks keep in that drawer? Hoses? Wiring? Spare golf clubs?
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04-03-2011, 09:31 PM
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Contributing Member
2018 Interstate Grand Tour Ext
Austin (Hays County)
, Texas
Join Date: Jun 2002
Posts: 7,164
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Zigidachs
What kind of "booty" do folks keep in that drawer? Hoses? Wiring? Spare golf clubs?
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Leveling blocks, handle for stabilizing jacks, wheel chocks, blocks for under stabilizing jacks,and similar hardware.
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John W. Irwin
2018 Interstate GT, "Sabre-Dog V"
WBCCI #9632
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04-04-2011, 07:15 AM
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Rivet Master
2007 30' Classic
Oswego
, Illinois
Join Date: Jul 2010
Posts: 13,669
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Pahaska
Leveling blocks, handle for stabilizing jacks, wheel chocks, blocks for under stabilizing jacks,and similar hardware.
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Same, plus extension 30A cord, step stool, misc electrical connectors, 110V extension cord, awning rod tool thingy.
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10-20-2011, 05:08 AM
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2 Rivet Member
1988 29' Excella
Sarasota
, Florida
Join Date: Oct 2009
Posts: 25
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I lost my complete drawer on our 2005 31D Classic. the bolted on bracket vibrated off. the dealer wants almost $750 for a new one. does anyone have any ideas on where to find a used one? I carry my disposal water hoses in the tray.Thanks, ArtW
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10-20-2011, 10:36 AM
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Master of Universe
2008 25' Safari FB SE
Grand Junction
, Colorado
Join Date: Sep 2007
Posts: 12,711
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Art,
We carry the hoses and other sewer stuff in a large plastic box and leave it in the back of the pickup. Everything is in one place and easy to move between truck and sewer drain. A lot cheaper than $750.
Gene
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10-20-2011, 10:43 AM
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3 Rivet Member
2022 30' Flying Cloud
Phoenix
, Arizona
Join Date: Jun 2006
Posts: 209
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Cracker
Now if someone can just figure out how to keep the drawer water tight------!
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Gave up trying to keep it water tight. Got rid of the mat whose only purpose seems to hold the water in. Painted the tray with Herculiner truck bed liner. The water drains and the tray doesn't rust.
I keep various hoses in my tray. A couple of my friends installed their water purification system in there and it simplified their water hookup.
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