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Forum: Doors & Locks 08-23-2017, 07:55 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,225
Posted By Carrma
Lubricating Main Door Hinges

A/S Question

Hinges are creaking and need to be lubed. Have heard not to use WD-40 as it leaves a film. What is best product to buy and use for this application.

Thanks, Mike
Forum: Tow Vehicles 04-25-2017, 07:55 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 6,863
Posted By Carrma
BTED, Welcome to the family! You do not...

BTED,

Welcome to the family!
You do not need a diesel to tow an Airstream. You need them for heavy trailers and fifth wheels but not an Airstream. The F-250 does have a heavier frame and...
Forum: Forum Admin, News and Member Account Info 03-30-2017, 07:25 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,018
Posted By Carrma
A/S Dealer News

Was at my favorite A/S dealer (Haydocy in Columbus, OH) today and bought some parts. Talking to the folks down there they said A/S is looking to open a dealership in Cleveland, OH. Also heard they...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 02-22-2017, 07:15 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 9,362
Posted By Carrma
My TV is 2015 Sierra with 5.3L with heavy duty...

My TV is 2015 Sierra with 5.3L with heavy duty tow package. It has no problem towing our 27FB. Don't think you need the bigger engine to tow your trailer.
Forum: General Interior Topics 02-01-2017, 03:11 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 71,918
Posted By Carrma
We love the 27FB. It tows just like a 25' but...

We love the 27FB. It tows just like a 25' but having the queen bed with 2 night stands is perfect. We do not need the extra storage the twin beds provide plus not having to sleep against a wall is...
Forum: Airstream History 12-02-2016, 04:48 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,818
Posted By Carrma
Things were busy at Versailles as well. The...

Things were busy at Versailles as well. The Argosy trailers were taking off and producing the Argosy MH was a real challenge. The plant workers at Argosy were mostly young guys who worked for a...
Forum: Airstream History 12-01-2016, 07:25 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,818
Posted By Carrma
MBA went to U of Chicago and she did not really...

MBA went to U of Chicago and she did not really understand manufacturing. Most of what Beatrice owned was dairy products, wine making and they owned Samsonite luggage so they were way out of their...
Forum: Airstream History 12-01-2016, 05:25 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,818
Posted By Carrma
20 Minute Horn at JC Factory in the '70's

When Beatrice Foods owned AS, they were always looking for ways to increase production due to the fact the sales were doubling every 18 months. One of their ideas was to send a young MBA to JC to do...
Forum: 1971-1972 Excella 500 11-17-2016, 05:34 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 11,758
Posted By Carrma
The main differences between an Excella 500 and a...

The main differences between an Excella 500 and a regular AS is the Excella had upgraded carpet, upholstery, drapes, swag lamp, the high pressure laminate used in the panels was upgraded, of course...
Forum: Airstream History 11-17-2016, 11:26 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,139
Posted By Carrma
Rich, Never thought of the dirt and sand...

Rich,

Never thought of the dirt and sand issue. I wonder if that is what the Canadian Gov't had in mine when the mandated them.

Mike
Forum: Airstream History 11-17-2016, 05:18 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,139
Posted By Carrma
No photos from back then, but can sure remember...

No photos from back then, but can sure remember the little mudflaps on the AS coming down the assembly line.
Forum: Airstream History 11-16-2016, 05:39 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,139
Posted By Carrma
Canadian Trailers Back in the '70's

It was easy to spot a Canadian AS back then as they had small mudflaps installed behind the rear axle and the LP gas regulator was mounted on the front of the trailer and not on the the tanks like US...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 11-14-2016, 08:48 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 17,243
Posted By Carrma
Would recommend Michelin tires on TV and AS...

Would recommend Michelin tires on TV and AS without exception. You pay a small premium over other tires, but they are a stronger tire and they last longer than other tires. The last thing you want...
Forum: Airstream History 11-13-2016, 06:46 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 7,333
Posted By Carrma
Al, Don't have any production/sales numbers,...

Al,

Don't have any production/sales numbers, but after the CB came out, the RB faded out. Only folks who had to have a bathtub were buying the RB. The dealers wanted CB trailers because they...
Forum: Airstream History 11-13-2016, 01:20 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 7,333
Posted By Carrma
Hi Al, Was on the AS payroll back in '72-'74...

Hi Al,

Was on the AS payroll back in '72-'74 and it was an axle location problem. I remember folks coming back to JC to have the work done. It was not a good thing. Most folks towed with...
Forum: Airstream History 11-09-2016, 12:29 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 7,333
Posted By Carrma
First Center Bath AS

When AS decided to move the rear bathroom to the center bath location in the early '70s, a bunch or 31 footers went out the door in JC with 1,100 to 1,200 pound tongue weights!!!:mad: Seems they...
Forum: Buyer Guidelines 11-09-2016, 07:00 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,565
Posted By Carrma
Bought used 2015 27 FB just to get the ducted...

Bought used 2015 27 FB just to get the ducted air.:lol: That is the first year for it. No leaks yet but will let you know if they occur. Would not worry about it. I am sure AS tested it in many...
Forum: Airstream History 10-31-2016, 01:26 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,922
Posted By Carrma
Joe, I worked at Airstream from 1972 to 1974...

Joe,

I worked at Airstream from 1972 to 1974 as their National Cost Accountant. Was based in JC but had responsibility for the Cerritos and Versailles plants. It was a dream job until the oil...
Forum: Airstream History 10-30-2016, 03:24 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,922
Posted By Carrma
First Argosy MH Prototype

Back in the early 70's, Beatrice told AS that they wanted an AS MH to sell since Winnebagos were selling like hot cakes and GMC was producing a beautiful looking MH. They also told AS that if they...
Forum: Airstream History 10-24-2016, 07:59 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,610
Posted By Carrma
Tough Times in JC

Worked for AS in 1972-1974 as their Nat'l Cost Accountant. Sales were doubling every 18 months and Argosy was taking off like a rocket. Then OPEC shut off the oil and everything went into a...
Forum: General Interior Topics 10-20-2016, 06:16 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,566
Posted By Carrma
Allure

We installed in our 2006 5th wheel 3 years ago and had no problems with it. It gets a lot colder up here than 20 degrees and it is looking good so far. Have installed LVF in both of bath rooms and...
Forum: On The Road... 10-19-2016, 02:09 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 874
Posted By Carrma
phil1ben, Have dealt with Haydocy in...

phil1ben,

Have dealt with Haydocy in Columbus and they were very good to work with. Eric Davis is the guy to work with there. He and his father both worked for Airstream back in the 70's and he...
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