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Forum: 1966-68 Caravel 12-31-2016, 04:39 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,410
Posted By Tamgary211
Wondering about anti-sway for a Caravel

Was reading posts about anti sway bars and wondered if other Caravel owners use them even though our trailers are so short and light. I have a 2015 Toyota 4Runner and can tow 4800 lbs and the...
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 12-31-2016, 04:12 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,274
Posted By Tamgary211
Here's what I know

The tanks came with our Caravel when we bought her a year ago. They are the old fashioned metal tanks, not the new expensive aluminum ones. I cannot tell when they were certified last, only that...
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 12-30-2016, 03:37 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,274
Posted By Tamgary211
Free - Two Propane Tanks w/ Regulator

We are going all electric on our '67 Caravel so took off our two tanks. Didn't know what to do with them so I am offering them to the AS Community. They worked fine with our gas stove before we...
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 10-07-2016, 01:14 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,089
Posted By Tamgary211
Wow, Another question for you!

Awww....Enlightenment!!

So the Grey water from the sink does stay in that drain pipe...But what keeps it from getting all over you when you take off the cap to drain the black water tank which is...
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 10-02-2016, 07:16 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,089
Posted By Tamgary211
Need Insight in Plumbing Issue

Hi there,
Yes I am a relative newbie and I am a bit stumped with the plumbing in our '67 Caravel. From the looks of my Toilet's under belly it looks like the shower & sink water just stay in the...
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 07-14-2016, 08:14 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,845
Posted By Tamgary211
Thanks Tim for the offer, but Wisconsin is just a...

Thanks Tim for the offer, but Wisconsin is just a bit far for me to drive!

I'll see if I can get mine to play singing in the rain too, but until then any other advice is appreciated!

Joan ...
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 07-10-2016, 06:19 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,845
Posted By Tamgary211
Need help figuring out how this works

My AS is a 1967 Caravel that I am working on diligently.
I have an Aqua Magic toilet and I am trying to figure out what that little white thing that sits right behind the seat and lid does. I got...
Forum: Interior Restoration Forum 05-20-2016, 05:59 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 995
Posted By Tamgary211
Houston Texas Area Inspector Wanted

I heard somewhere on the Forum was a place to find an inspector that could give you an unbiased opinion of the condition of a trailer. Could someone point that out to me or if you know of someone...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 02-26-2016, 11:06 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,967
Posted By Tamgary211
Mystery Solved!

Thanks everyone as I finally found that blasted valve. I had to get on my knees and REALLY look past the mud dabber nest , but low and behold, it was there and it worked.. Got the tank drained and...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 02-23-2016, 08:01 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,967
Posted By Tamgary211
Darn Gate Valve

Looked in the bumper compartment , but alas, no valve. Still do not see anything remotely looking like some pull on a gate valve. Will take some pictures tomorrow and post.... I know it is there...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 02-22-2016, 08:11 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,967
Posted By Tamgary211
Took us two months before we saw the bumper...

Took us two months before we saw the bumper compartment and had a good laugh at our discovery. Can't wait to check in the morning and see if we can find the T pull in that compartment too! Thanks...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 02-22-2016, 05:56 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,967
Posted By Tamgary211
Newbie Question on How to Drain Black Tank

We recently bought a 1967 Caravel that we are looking forward to restoring for my hubby's retirement project. Problem is.... we cannot figure out how to dump the black water tank so are very...
Forum: 1966-68 Caravel 02-12-2016, 08:30 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,296
Posted By Tamgary211
Manual

Hello and Welcome!

We are new owners as well and love this forum and Vintage Supply. (yes you will spend some bucks with them!)

I cannot send the PDF over the forum but if you give me your...
Forum: Title, VIN & Registration 12-30-2015, 02:33 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 17,804
Posted By Tamgary211
I just purchased a Caravel 1967 trailer with...

I just purchased a Caravel 1967 trailer with weight of 2450 lbs and had to get it inspected because it had an out of state title from Michigan and they did not care how much the trailer weighed. The...
Forum: General Repair Forum 12-11-2015, 05:59 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 830
Posted By Tamgary211
Exterior Lighting Mystery

My wife and I recently bought a '67 Caravel in N Tx. Before driving home we replaced tires, took it to a RV service place and they got the Brake lights, interior lights and clearance lights working,...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 11-28-2015, 11:41 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,649
Posted By Tamgary211
Go with what you like!`

We named ours "Penny Lane" after The Beatles song which was written in 1967...same as our 1967 Caravel! We thought it was perfect since the song was recorded on the "Magically Mystery Tour "...
Forum: Member Introductions 11-20-2015, 12:49 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 854
Posted By Tamgary211
I Know what you mean about a Mentor!

My hubby and I feel your pain as we too are stumbling about trying to figure out all the in's and out's of owning a vintage airstream....a 1967 Caravel in original condition at that .... I want to...
Forum: 1966-68 Caravel 10-27-2015, 01:47 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,823
Posted By Tamgary211
Thanks everyone for all their imput! Another...

Thanks everyone for all their imput! Another question for the group , I guess I left a light on and drained my new battery so have to charge it up, but I would rather just plug in to my garage...
Forum: 1966-68 Caravel 10-22-2015, 12:03 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,823
Posted By Tamgary211
Thanks Everyone for your Welcome. One...

Thanks Everyone for your Welcome. One question....How do I know if I have clearcoat on my Caravel. Googled it but not clear answer.

Thanks

Joanie
Forum: 1966-68 Caravel 10-21-2015, 08:24 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,823
Posted By Tamgary211
Finally Found Our Airstream!!

After a long 2+ year search, I finally found our 1967 Caravel! It's original right down to the 47 yr old cushions but it was love at first sight. We put new tires on her, new lights and a new...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 10-21-2015, 10:25 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,900
Posted By Tamgary211
We just bought a 1967 Caravel and have some rot...

We just bought a 1967 Caravel and have some rot at the door. Wondering where else we will find more and would like to take it and have someone give us an estimate of the work. Anyone know of...
Forum: Tires 09-29-2015, 10:19 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,443
Posted By Tamgary211
Since you also have a Caravel, do you know if the...

Since you also have a Caravel, do you know if the 205 75 15" or 225 75 15" would be a better choice. One tire place gave me a quote for Vanguard 225 tires which are 10ply . That sounds alot like...
Forum: 1966-68 Caravel 09-27-2015, 09:24 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,296
Posted By Tamgary211
You're in Luck

My husband and I just purchased a '67 Caravel yesterday and they had all the original documents and owners manuals. I am tied up Monday, but on Tuesday, I will copy or scan all the docs and send...
Forum: Tires 09-27-2015, 12:47 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,443
Posted By Tamgary211
Question from New Owner about Tires

Hello Everyone,

My wife and I just purchased a 1967 Caravel after a long 2 year search. She is thrilled beyond words to say the least. Lots of work ahead, first being ..getting it home.
...
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