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Forum: General Repair Forum 11-25-2017, 03:41 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,524
Posted By sidburgess
Exactly what I've been looking for. The Spartan...

Exactly what I've been looking for. The Spartan manual didn't have anything.
Forum: General Repair Forum 11-25-2017, 02:12 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,524
Posted By sidburgess
Thank you so much Tony! You continue to influence...

Thank you so much Tony! You continue to influence my project. :)
Forum: General Repair Forum 11-25-2017, 11:34 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,524
Posted By sidburgess
Great question. Mine is a '95.

Great question. Mine is a '95.
Forum: General Repair Forum 11-25-2017, 10:52 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,524
Posted By sidburgess
Question Mystery part on tag axle

What is this thing that is loose and looks like it should have some type of rubber bushings on it? https://photos.app.goo.gl/ouCf8QqvN0FgDEr22

New to the world of owning a vehicle with a tag. It...
Forum: Airstream Motorhome Forums 10-02-2017, 12:09 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,125
Posted By sidburgess
Thanks Martin. It is, but seems worth it now! 😋

Thanks Martin. It is, but seems worth it now! 😋
Forum: Airstream Motorhome Forums 10-01-2017, 10:43 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,125
Posted By sidburgess
Dang, posted early... The progress is real....

Dang, posted early...

The progress is real. Nearly done with exterior, then will be a mad rush to install new interior skins and underlayment. Then seats, then pushing off and back to Seattle....
Forum: Airstream Motorhome Forums 10-01-2017, 10:38 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,125
Posted By sidburgess
296026 The progress of real.

296026

The progress of real.
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 09-25-2017, 06:08 PM
Replies: 2,439
Views: 414,888
Posted By sidburgess
RIP buffer.... Oh boy, tool shopping!

RIP buffer....

Oh boy, tool shopping!
Forum: Airstream Motorhome Forums 09-19-2017, 07:19 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,509
Posted By sidburgess
Very cool!!

Very cool!!
Forum: Airstream Motorhome Forums 09-17-2017, 08:20 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,125
Posted By sidburgess
Windows going back in today. 295117

Windows going back in today. 295117
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 09-09-2017, 10:04 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 17,678
Posted By sidburgess
Looking good!!

Looking good!!
Forum: Airstream Motorhome Forums 09-07-2017, 07:36 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,125
Posted By sidburgess
1995 Classic 36 Renovation

I'll start posting more pictures and updates here. For now, here's my son, enjoying his reflection in the side of Orbit (her name). 294269
Forum: Our Community 09-06-2017, 08:31 AM
Replies: 223
Views: 19,440
Posted By sidburgess
Waiting to see means you'll be one of those cars...

Waiting to see means you'll be one of those cars at a standstill on the highway. So ask yourself, where do you want to spend Friday. Idling on the highway or relaxing someplace north?
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 09-04-2017, 10:32 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 17,678
Posted By sidburgess
Thanks Pete. We're have a blast.

Thanks Pete. We're have a blast.
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 09-04-2017, 10:12 PM
Replies: 2,439
Views: 414,888
Posted By sidburgess
Very nice! I built a metal brake for this project...

Very nice! I built a metal brake for this project rather than buy one. I'm sure I may have been able to save money by buying one but it's more fun to build (and tear apart and rebuild again) the...
Forum: General Interior Topics 09-04-2017, 07:44 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,709
Posted By sidburgess
This is what we are doing in our MH (3 kids) but...

This is what we are doing in our MH (3 kids) but I'm planning on using the hardware that 2333 posted, just slightly modified. Great job!
Forum: General Motorhome Topics 09-04-2017, 06:59 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,929
Posted By sidburgess
Great! Hope you're enjoying the process! We're...

Great! Hope you're enjoying the process! We're documenting our project. Look up Open Air Family on Facebook for pics of our 360 project.
Forum: Exterior Restoration Forum 09-04-2017, 06:40 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,572
Posted By sidburgess
It's all fixable. :) https://youtu.be/9moYO-WWhaQ...

It's all fixable. :) https://youtu.be/9moYO-WWhaQ

Can you remove the plastic interior cap (if you have one)?
Forum: General Motorhome Topics 09-04-2017, 06:25 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,929
Posted By sidburgess
Also, the biggest help I've had so far in...

Also, the biggest help I've had so far in understanding that the chassis isn't unique to Airstream. The Chevy P-30 chassis is what you have and systems like brakes and steering will be covered in...
Forum: General Motorhome Topics 09-04-2017, 06:21 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,929
Posted By sidburgess
Also just put 8 new tires on. Ouch but they look...

Also just put 8 new tires on. Ouch but they look good!
Forum: General Motorhome Topics 09-04-2017, 06:20 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,929
Posted By sidburgess
I have a 1995 360 454. But haven't had issues...

I have a 1995 360 454. But haven't had issues with steering yet. 1996 was the final year, in fact with only 6 being made, and 14 in 1995 (per direct from Airstream inquiry).
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 09-04-2017, 06:10 PM
Replies: 2,439
Views: 414,888
Posted By sidburgess
Love ya, but some of us younger folks (35y/o)...

Love ya, but some of us younger folks (35y/o) kill for that old machinery. I have several old pieces in my shop. Just saying. :)

Also, never finally thanked you for sharing about your Coosa...
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 09-04-2017, 09:25 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 17,678
Posted By sidburgess
Thanks Pete. I've been bad about posting pictures...

Thanks Pete. I've been bad about posting pictures here but my partner has been good about posting on our Facebook page. Look up Open Air Family if you want to follow along. Cheers!
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 09-03-2017, 10:17 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,786
Posted By sidburgess
I'm now a proud owner and big believer in the...

I'm now a proud owner and big believer in the BuffPro polisher. After researching what some of the aircraft polishing and truck tanker shops use, I bought one. Best decision. It makes buffing faster...
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 09-03-2017, 10:15 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 17,678
Posted By sidburgess
I can tell you that purchasing a BuffPro was by...

I can tell you that purchasing a BuffPro was by far the smartest decision in this renovation thus far. There's a reason the big tanker detail shops use them. Find one, buy it, and not only will you...
Forum: On The Road... 08-23-2017, 06:17 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,739
Posted By sidburgess
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293044
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 08-04-2017, 04:33 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 49,062
Posted By sidburgess
This is good to know. Would be great if a couple...

This is good to know. Would be great if a couple other owners can confirm this is a chronic issue, especially the metal specs.
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 08-04-2017, 01:33 PM
Replies: 1,465
Views: 222,007
Posted By sidburgess
Would have liked to have made it but will be in...

Would have liked to have made it but will be in California. Next time!
Forum: Buyer Guidelines 08-03-2017, 01:22 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,090
Posted By sidburgess
Welcome! I purchased a 1995 and really am...

Welcome!

I purchased a 1995 and really am gutting it and not going back with so many things. I don't need 14 switches for everything and power locks on all my storage doors. Used manual locks my...
Forum: Dollars & Cents 08-03-2017, 01:18 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 16,671
Posted By sidburgess
I'm glad to hear you are giving it a go! I'm a...

I'm glad to hear you are giving it a go! I'm a big fan of the 'sharing economy'. I travel a lot for work and primarily use AirBnb's. There's a service actually, just like AirBnb for RV owner and...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 08-03-2017, 10:31 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 918
Posted By sidburgess
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Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 08-03-2017, 10:24 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 918
Posted By sidburgess
291211 Red from Tag controller to this...

291211

Red from Tag controller to this yellow/red, in the dash.
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 08-03-2017, 10:11 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 918
Posted By sidburgess
Cntr. Brake lt.

*1995 Airstream Classic 36 (gas)*

Doing a frame-off and of course I've lost a label on a wire that's stumped me. It's the last wire I've got to rework...

I have a hunch of what it does, but I...
Forum: Exterior Restoration Forum 08-03-2017, 08:50 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,755
Posted By sidburgess
Thanks, Uncle Bob. Good point. Though I have...

Thanks, Uncle Bob. Good point. Though I have another really crazy idea for much further into the future, to put a pop-up camper on the top for the kids to have a nice tent up there. But that's a...
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 08-02-2017, 10:00 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,558
Posted By sidburgess
Thank you. Going to just completely replace. Want...

Thank you. Going to just completely replace. Want to know about any shoring/bracing needs, especially.
Forum: Exterior Restoration Forum 08-02-2017, 09:59 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,755
Posted By sidburgess
Thank you. I'm going to just knuckle down and...

Thank you. I'm going to just knuckle down and replace it, as originally planned. Now to learn exactly how best to do that.
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 08-02-2017, 09:51 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,558
Posted By sidburgess
Roof skin replacement

I'm replacing the 60" wide, x 26.5" roof panel. Interior skin is all off right now.

Looking for any tips, tricks, or words of caution.

Thanks!
Forum: Exterior Restoration Forum 08-02-2017, 08:08 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,755
Posted By sidburgess
It's a comedy of reasons. Stripped roof...

It's a comedy of reasons.

Stripped roof (nothing on it) and originally was going to just patch holes. Got excited about the idea of just replacing the main roof piece. Realizing that on the only...
Forum: Exterior Restoration Forum 08-02-2017, 06:14 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,755
Posted By sidburgess
Question Crazy question of the day - double up roof

Has anyone talked about or actually doubled up the 60" wide exterior sheet? The application I'm thinking about wouldn't be a pure double up as I'd stagger the new sheet above the old by about a foot....
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 07-16-2017, 09:40 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 12,983
Posted By sidburgess
Has anyone successfully used the 0.25" Coosa...

Has anyone successfully used the 0.25" Coosa board as a substitute for the aluminium skin? Looks like it curves nicely and is very strong. But don't always want to be the first. ;)
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 07-05-2017, 01:16 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,761
Posted By sidburgess
Any drawings anywhere for how the subfloor is...

Any drawings anywhere for how the subfloor is installed in the 90's motorhomes?
Forum: Airstream Motorhome Forums 06-29-2017, 07:29 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,048
Posted By sidburgess
I did Google. Found a part# for a GM P30 40 gal,...

I did Google. Found a part# for a GM P30 40 gal, but not seeing one for the 60 gal

I'm not sure why to think I'm asking about a 36 gallon tank. You misread my post. The Classic 36 has a 60 gal...
Forum: Airstream Motorhome Forums 06-28-2017, 12:51 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,048
Posted By sidburgess
1995 Airstream Classic 36 Fuel Tank

Hi all!

Anyone found a part number for the fuel tank on a 1995 Airstream Classic 36 Fuel Tank?

I assumed I'd be able to find a P30 60 Gal tank fairly easily but not finding one. Any help...
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 05-11-2017, 04:42 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 20,899
Posted By sidburgess
I think you skipped over a very reasonable...

I think you skipped over a very reasonable conclusion and that is a lot of people LOVE the look of the Classics and if they can buy an Argosy and make it look like one, then they've made out well --...
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