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Forum: Classic Motorhomes 01-02-2019, 09:17 AM
Replies: 3,170
Views: 620,041
Posted By Swillv8
I’d join some airstream groups on Facebook. I...

I’d join some airstream groups on Facebook. I believe you could get Max exposure. Airstream Addicts and airstream hunter are 2 very large groups.

Best of luck to you and your family.
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 12-31-2018, 11:48 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,463
Posted By Swillv8
Sent mine in to get rebuilt still cost me $400 I...

Sent mine in to get rebuilt still cost me $400 I woulda loved to know an over the shelf replacement
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 06-12-2018, 01:33 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,184
Posted By Swillv8
Airstream Isuzu Diesel part numbers

Going through receipts came across this figured I’d get this here for reference

Parts still available through Isuzu dealer

113770-070. Thermostat 82celcius. $56cad
113743-016. ...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 06-07-2018, 07:56 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 9,533
Posted By Swillv8
Depending on price of course, I’d probably go 2...

Depending on price of course, I’d probably go 2 sets. I’m keeping my coach for another 30 years:/.
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 05-21-2018, 10:04 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,442
Posted By Swillv8
Pull them back out and make a video; people pull...

Pull them back out and make a video; people pull tires off needlessly for videos all the time..... lmao. When searched on YouTube you will be the airstream king when it comes to windsheild...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 05-15-2018, 09:13 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 9,932
Posted By Swillv8
Okay a few questions( understood everything for...

Okay a few questions( understood everything for process you said)

30ampson two legs (iirc) do not know what this is?

Can this 6.5kw run two roof ac at 15000btu with modifications?( this is my...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 05-15-2018, 08:19 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 9,932
Posted By Swillv8
It has been awhile for myself, winter was...

It has been awhile for myself, winter was especially long; went straight to summer 3 weeks ago.

I’ve been tinkering around the motorhome charging up the batteries, and have been looking at the...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 05-10-2018, 09:45 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,150
Posted By Swillv8
I’m thinking it would be easier to pull the...

I’m thinking it would be easier to pull the motorhome body vs a trailer body and in perspective it’s happening every day in the trailer world. I totally get it, you have a motorhome that doesn’t owe...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 04-24-2018, 07:54 AM
Replies: 3,170
Views: 620,041
Posted By Swillv8
What tony says is best advice ever. I wish I...

What tony says is best advice ever. I wish I would have read this before I bought my moho. I bought mine. For $9100usd. Got it to my house with water pump, rad, and alternator sent off and I was...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 03-30-2018, 10:24 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 9,601
Posted By Swillv8
Sounds like you’re moving along nicely!

Sounds like you’re moving along nicely!
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 03-25-2018, 08:20 PM
Replies: 1,578
Views: 338,736
Posted By Swillv8
Pec is pretty damn nice stuff, recently replumbed...

Pec is pretty damn nice stuff, recently replumbed my entire house 2800sqft 2.5storey with basement, 2 kitchens, 3.5 bathrooms, 2 laundry set-ups, would have sold the house before replacing a tap if I...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 03-14-2018, 05:29 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,985
Posted By Swillv8
I’d go 2-15000 with heat strips.. it’s not an...

I’d go 2-15000 with heat strips.. it’s not an issue of cost, but boy spend that kind of money and not be happy I think you’d be kicking yourself. I’ve been eying the penguin 2’s, but from my...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 03-14-2018, 01:15 PM
Replies: 3,170
Views: 620,041
Posted By Swillv8
Perfect for a diesel conversion!

Perfect for a diesel conversion!
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 03-12-2018, 05:25 PM
Replies: 1,578
Views: 338,736
Posted By Swillv8
Congratulations! Hats off to you for taking your...

Congratulations! Hats off to you for taking your time, learning as much as you could, and shopping the country for the best deal that worked for you! Wish you both Many successful miles
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 02-20-2018, 01:03 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 9,601
Posted By Swillv8
This is from November 7th, post from me on anther...

This is from November 7th, post from me on anther thread. Not sur if you are able to drive to Oregon but here are the prices.

Okay excellent news!!!!!


I called rv glass solutions and...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 02-16-2018, 07:52 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 9,624
Posted By Swillv8
Congratulations! Looks like some serious work has...

Congratulations! Looks like some serious work has been done on the chassis! Thanks for sharing all in advance
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 02-13-2018, 02:24 PM
Replies: 3,170
Views: 620,041
Posted By Swillv8
Process of importation is super easy. I...

Process of importation is super easy. I personally have zero experience with Mexico and I wouldn't trust anything on that front personally. Canada/USA are very similar. 72 hr notice to the border...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 02-12-2018, 03:11 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 9,601
Posted By Swillv8
for aftermarket parts including front springs. ...

for aftermarket parts including front springs. supersteer is a great company to get some front end parts from definitely the best quality out there.
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 02-12-2018, 07:35 AM
Replies: 3,170
Views: 620,041
Posted By Swillv8
Kijiji does not work when copying links or trying...

Kijiji does not work when copying links or trying to open others.

Can someone load the argosy/ airstream from New Brunswick off of kijiji
It's been on there for 5w now. I phoned the guy talked...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 02-12-2018, 07:27 AM
Replies: 3,170
Views: 620,041
Posted By Swillv8
I wrote the guy a detailed message a couple...

I wrote the guy a detailed message a couple months back. It easily could have been taken rudely; but I inject personal experience and try to be humble at the same time. I'm all about people getting...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 02-09-2018, 02:33 PM
Replies: 3,170
Views: 620,041
Posted By Swillv8
Congratulations! Looks like you did good on price...

Congratulations! Looks like you did good on price also.
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 02-09-2018, 02:32 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 9,533
Posted By Swillv8
My motorhome has none of these; windows do not...

My motorhome has none of these; windows do not function properly. Can someone post detailed photos of an origina, even in place? so I can judge how badly I need these and can see what I might be...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 02-08-2018, 02:12 PM
Replies: 3,170
Views: 620,041
Posted By Swillv8
Seems like a scam to me. Look at the last...

Seems like a scam to me. Look at the last windsheild thread on the forums I spend considerable time on the phone with coach glass these were valid prices when posted



$544 per side
$336 gasket...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 02-05-2018, 07:21 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,729
Posted By Swillv8
Trying to decipher what is under your hood. Is...

Trying to decipher what is under your hood. Is that an angle iron in front of the rad to prevent it from going in? If that's the case, I do not have that on mine. Asides from it being really heavy...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 02-01-2018, 10:13 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,729
Posted By Swillv8
Mike did you replace your thermostat when you...

Mike did you replace your thermostat when you redid the rad? The thermostat is still available from Isuzu dealer. Also careful pulling the bolts I snapped two off that was a fun time grinding those...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 02-01-2018, 08:28 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,729
Posted By Swillv8
In June I removed my rad, recored, replaced all...

In June I removed my rad, recored, replaced all hoses, and thermostat. I have no working temp gauge yet����. I did all the work myself, I don't know anything about air issues, after my first fill I...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 12-29-2017, 04:10 PM
Replies: 194
Views: 13,240
Posted By Swillv8
-32 Celsius -44Celsius windchill We have a...

-32 Celsius -44Celsius windchill

We have a weather warning in place it's pretty chilly lol ...... but we bet blue sky's lmao.
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 12-25-2017, 04:32 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,943
Posted By Swillv8
Merry Christmas, and a happy new year from up...

Merry Christmas, and a happy new year from up here in Edmonton, Alberta tonight will be -29c/-20f

Brrrrrr, cannot wait till may then I can get back on the road.
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 12-23-2017, 01:54 PM
Replies: 3,170
Views: 620,041
Posted By Swillv8
Well it looks like I sold the argosy! I'm very...

Well it looks like I sold the argosy! I'm very excited for the future for this queen.

The coach seems to be an awesome shell, and he has skills to get it driving.

It is going to cold lake...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 12-16-2017, 05:54 PM
Replies: 3,170
Views: 620,041
Posted By Swillv8
This is my unit, I have always believed...

This is my unit, I have always believed everything can be for sale. So I am listing with little expectation. It is rough, but pretty darn nice in the same sentence lol. I will most likely end up...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 12-16-2017, 12:23 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 12,549
Posted By Swillv8
Congratulations on the find! Lois real nice!

Congratulations on the find! Lois real nice!
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 12-09-2017, 01:05 PM
Replies: 3,170
Views: 620,041
Posted By Swillv8
I'm also curious on the specs of your diesel is...

I'm also curious on the specs of your diesel is it with the bae turbo? Is it the same 6bd1 Isuzu?

I thought I read that the later Isuzu diesels had stronger cranks after 83? Is that accurate tony?
Forum: General Motorhome Topics 12-08-2017, 05:57 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,621
Posted By Swillv8
^^ the argosy is a mixed bag to say the least. ...

^^ the argosy is a mixed bag to say the least. Watching some rebuilds here I'd say some units have had bigger problems in certain aspects. The body looks really good, it has been repainted and...
Forum: General Motorhome Topics 12-07-2017, 07:25 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,621
Posted By Swillv8
I have not looked into my windows much, they are...

I have not looked into my windows much, they are too depressing!

So on my 82 airstream. My cockpit window has zero seals or proper channels I can actually pull my glass right out! I need to...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 12-06-2017, 10:00 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,506
Posted By Swillv8
I actually had every single bulb burnt out on my...

I actually had every single bulb burnt out on my 2014 cargo trailer. I went to replace the plug as I thought I damaged it spent I'd guess 20 hrs screwing around with it flabbergasted on the wiring I...
Forum: Airstream Motorhome Forums 12-06-2017, 09:49 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,790
Posted By Swillv8
Supersteer has good quality replacement parts for...

Supersteer has good quality replacement parts for our p30 chassis's.

From what I have read the chevy plant used generic springs regarding weight so one size fits all approach is very flawed.
...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 12-03-2017, 07:43 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,123
Posted By Swillv8
I'm not sure what channels these are? I need to...

I'm not sure what channels these are? I need to fix all my windows so I imagine I'd need them? With some pictures of what it is original vs new might give me an idea what we are talking about.
...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 12-03-2017, 10:45 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,422
Posted By Swillv8
So scotdo almost 10 years in, how has the...

So scotdo almost 10 years in, how has the airstream motorhome life been for you? I read through the 15 comments on this thread and it looks like a whole different group of people. So where do you...
Forum: Argosy Motorhomes 11-28-2017, 03:48 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,259
Posted By Swillv8
I'd say don't reinvent the wheel with the...

I'd say don't reinvent the wheel with the subfloor. Fix the leaks use fir plywood= done. Spend your savings at a fabrication shop that specializes in hot rods and get the trim made for the vistas
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 11-27-2017, 07:57 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 22,818
Posted By Swillv8
After all this talk on gv I'm shying away. For...

After all this talk on gv I'm shying away. For me I need something bulletproof & idiotproof. Oil changes every 20 000 miles. The Isuzu is a workhorse, maybe I'll just have to accept it spinning at...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 11-23-2017, 05:04 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,437
Posted By Swillv8
Happy American thanksgiving! May all of the...

Happy American thanksgiving! May all of the fellow airstream motorhomers had a bountiful airstream schedule, quality time turning wrenches, and miles of pavement
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 11-22-2017, 10:11 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 22,206
Posted By Swillv8
I hope all this can be resolved without a loss of...

I hope all this can be resolved without a loss of $5000.

I have a 280 diesel and have considered the overdrive myself. This is an upgrade out of my budget for some time but am anxiously curious...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 11-21-2017, 11:26 AM
Replies: 3,170
Views: 620,041
Posted By Swillv8
Be interesting to find out. It's larger then the...

Be interesting to find out. It's larger then the typical diesel and 4sp that would be an amazing upgrade?!

Overall I do not feel that motorhome is worth $25000 based on past rigs. Unless y'all...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 11-15-2017, 12:19 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 10,533
Posted By Swillv8
Post 1811 on motorhomes sale thread it's a 310td...

Post 1811 on motorhomes sale thread it's a 310td in California there's a number no idea on price
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 11-15-2017, 11:52 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 10,533
Posted By Swillv8
Not to sure, what I remember was summertime the...

Not to sure, what I remember was summertime the ads tried up considerably. Was busier in spring and already ads are ramping up
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 11-09-2017, 11:09 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 10,533
Posted By Swillv8
What is your unit worth Steve? Sell your 345 grab...

What is your unit worth Steve? Sell your 345 grab the 370
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 11-08-2017, 09:53 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 10,533
Posted By Swillv8
I managed to get antique insurance up here in...

I managed to get antique insurance up here in edmonton Alberta. As an item that's rarely on the road.... however even if it was a daily driver I'd still have antique plates

What does this mean? ...
Forum: Argosy Motorhomes 11-07-2017, 05:07 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,751
Posted By Swillv8
Good luck with your project! Hope tow bill...

Good luck with your project! Hope tow bill wasn't bad. Advice get a good AMA/ aaa coverage. I had a $3200 tow bill on my maiden voyage after using a tow two days earlier in South Dakota they...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 11-07-2017, 10:40 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 10,533
Posted By Swillv8
I honestly don't know much about them I just see...

I honestly don't know much about them I just see a lot of chatter about them as being unabtainable when the do go bad. Quite frankly my opinion is uninformed but I do know there's a red flag for...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 11-07-2017, 10:00 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,503
Posted By Swillv8
Okay excellent news!!!!! I called rv...

Okay excellent news!!!!!


I called rv glass solutions and confirmed a 81 argosy/ airstream windscreen is

$544 per side
$336 gasket
$60 urethane kit
$650 labour
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