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Forum: Leaks - Weatherstrips, Gaskets, Caulks & Sealants 08-13-2019, 08:18 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,555
Posted By Buck Rabbit
Flashing at the Hitch

I think your best bet here is caulk. Any flashing will help make the gap smaller but the final step will need to be a sealant. Keep in mind that water will be blasting up against this at highway...
Forum: Airstream Classifieds 07-23-2019, 02:43 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 356
Posted By Buck Rabbit
1977 Airstream Argosy 28 - Indiana

Title: 1977 Airstream Argosy 28 - Indiana
I just posted a new ad on Airstream Classifieds.

28 Foot Argosy with many upgrades. Body and glass are all in great shape. New apolstery and Vynl...
Forum: Exterior Restoration Forum 07-16-2017, 08:52 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 7,047
Posted By Buck Rabbit
I had the water heater out of my 28' Excella for...

I had the water heater out of my 28' Excella for seven months. It was exposed to a 20" snow fall and temps from 0 to 80+. No issues at all. I dont think it was ever as close to being level as you...
Forum: Doors & Locks 07-16-2017, 08:08 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,423
Posted By Buck Rabbit
I also ordered a tumbler and keys form Vintage. ...

I also ordered a tumbler and keys form Vintage. The old one had a circle clip holding it in. the new one has an E clip on it and it looks like there are two tiny springs that push out on the E clip...
Forum: Doors & Locks 07-16-2017, 04:41 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,114
Posted By Buck Rabbit
I order a new lock tumbler and keys for the KT...

I order a new lock tumbler and keys for the KT lock for my '77 Argosy form Vintage Trailer Supply. Repalcement is very expensive. A new spring may be all that you need.
...
Forum: Awnings 06-18-2017, 09:29 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 7,860
Posted By Buck Rabbit
I am responding to help those out with a similar...

I am responding to help those out with a similar problem. My rear arm was totally frozen. I tried soaking in liquid wrench with no luck. When I changed to PB Blaster I had it freed up after about...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 05-08-2017, 08:58 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 15,874
Posted By Buck Rabbit
What Boog said is spot on, in my observation. ...

What Boog said is spot on, in my observation.

In my search for a good project I walked away form at least ten units form the '70's and '80's because of floor rot at the door and the rear. Wife...
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 04-18-2017, 01:29 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 17,887
Posted By Buck Rabbit
I found several English Wheels within an hour or...

I found several English Wheels within an hour or two of my house, for a reasonable price. As the weather improves, I am preparing to take the plunge on this project. Vintage Trailer Supply has a...
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 04-18-2017, 01:11 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 13,918
Posted By Buck Rabbit
The $7500 number is likely spot on. RV shops...

The $7500 number is likely spot on. RV shops that know what they are doing are charging $100/Hr for labor. If you can't live with it the way that it is, it needs to be priced right for the...
Forum: The Pet Forum 04-05-2017, 10:17 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 19,389
Posted By Buck Rabbit
We enjoy bringing our dog with us and he is a...

We enjoy bringing our dog with us and he is a very good traveler. Having said that, there is few things more annoying to me than a barking dog when I am trying to enjoy what should be peace and...
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 04-04-2017, 02:39 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 17,887
Posted By Buck Rabbit
Is the heating something that can be done with a...

Is the heating something that can be done with a propane torch? How can you obtain a specific temperature? What temp for this type of material? How do you hold it at that temp? I was going to...
Forum: Belly Pans & Banana Wraps 04-04-2017, 01:21 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 7,914
Posted By Buck Rabbit
Here is a link to a place that I plan on ordering...

Here is a link to a place that I plan on ordering from in the near future. They specifically mention material for belly pans. Hope it helps. https://www.airpartsinc.com/
Forum: Clearcoat, Exterior Paint & Trim 01-22-2017, 07:47 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,953
Posted By Buck Rabbit
SagStream, I've sold industrial cleaners to...

SagStream, I've sold industrial cleaners to restaurants for years and have seen this damage to aluminum where someone used a caustic degreaser and left it on too long. I have never found a solution...
Forum: Clearcoat, Exterior Paint & Trim 01-22-2017, 07:39 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,953
Posted By Buck Rabbit
Bill M., can you send a picture of the results? ...

Bill M., can you send a picture of the results? I am going to polish mine this summer and and looking for an express route. I don't need a mirror but would like a little more shine.
Forum: Clearcoat, Exterior Paint & Trim 01-22-2017, 01:32 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,744
Posted By Buck Rabbit
I just tried the link to Smartstream's post. The...

I just tried the link to Smartstream's post. The link didn't work for me but the tool is still available. Try searching Vinyl eraser to find it. Only problem is it cost $425. Too much for me for...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 01-17-2017, 09:16 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 14,023
Posted By Buck Rabbit
we will be mostly in campgrounds on full hookup. ...

we will be mostly in campgrounds on full hookup. Little off the grid for now. Batteries fill the compartments and look to be a typical car battery size.
Forum: General Repair Forum 01-17-2017, 07:39 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,826
Posted By Buck Rabbit
Any input to give?

I just posted a similar request for information. I have a 1990 29' Ecella that needs new batteries. Your post got very little attention. What did you decide to do?
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 01-17-2017, 07:35 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 14,023
Posted By Buck Rabbit
Cool What Size and type of Battery to Use?

I have a 1990 Excella 29' that I just purchased in November. It had been setting on shore power, without use, for 2+ years. Both batteries are shot. One is an Interstate Deep Cycle batter. The...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 09-18-2016, 06:13 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 15,086
Posted By Buck Rabbit
I doubt that there is any jealousy if it is left...

I doubt that there is any jealousy if it is left in your driveway for more than a day. I love my Argosy but do not expect my neighbors to. Store the thing in a proper storage facility!!!
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 08-20-2016, 08:37 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,733
Posted By Buck Rabbit
Question Fuses inside A/S for tail and marker lights.

Are there fuses inside the Airstream for the tail and marker lights? I have not found any inside my '77 Argosy.
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 07-17-2016, 10:23 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,091
Posted By Buck Rabbit
Cool Tail Light Issues on '77 Argosy

I am just getting started on restoring a '77 Argosy. I have a few working marker lights but no tail lights. The pigtail plug had one terminal that was missing from corrosion so I started the...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 07-17-2016, 09:36 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,733
Posted By Buck Rabbit
I am curious if you found a solution to your...

I am curious if you found a solution to your problem. I am at the front end of restoring a '77 Argosy and have no tail lights working and only a few marker lights. I am planning on putting on LEDs...
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