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Forum: 2016 - Current Classic (all lengths) 07-18-2021, 09:02 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 9,156
Posted By Gator1
Brakes, bearings, races. Failure of any one...

Brakes, bearings, races. Failure of any one could be potentially disastrous. All relatively inexpensive and easy to maintain. Learn how to do it and you can handle things like that on the road.
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 07-19-2012, 10:30 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 4,863
Posted By Gator1
Troop 444

We're a family of Scouts. Currently with Troop 444 out of China Spring, TX.
Forum: On The Road... 05-12-2009, 08:24 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,181
Posted By Gator1
Maine's been on this road for years

I would dearly love to move back into Maine. Unfortunately, the short sightedness runs very deep - High taxes, taxes aimed specifically at visitors (privae airplanes took the last shot), NIMBY...
Forum: Photography 02-20-2009, 01:51 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 11,815
Posted By Gator1
Rear Window

Rear window view in West Virginia
Forum: On The Road... 02-20-2009, 01:39 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,527
Posted By Gator1
Gas consumption should help

I think the most effective argument against this is that it taxes gas hogs at the same rate as more fuel efficient vehicles. I suppose the government would attempt to "weight" the per mile rate...
Forum: Clearcoat, Exterior Paint & Trim 02-19-2009, 10:42 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,409
Posted By Gator1
Pine Sap Removal from Plasticoat

How can I safely remove dried on pine sap without damaging the plasticoat?

Jim
Forum: 2005 - 2010 Safari 10-14-2008, 09:12 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,122
Posted By Gator1
Use your shower line

Gary,

After you bypass and drain your water heater, you should fill the remaining system with RV antifreeze.

The threaded fitting on the inlet of your water pump is a match to the threaded...
Forum: Roof Vents, Skylights & Fans 10-14-2008, 09:06 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,945
Posted By Gator1
Recurring problem

One of the factory techs told me this was a problem with a run of vent covers recently. I replaced both of mine after they failed last summer. Prior to that, I had another Airstream with the same...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 09-12-2008, 07:45 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 6,457
Posted By Gator1
Take your trailer with you!

One of the worst mistakes I've made was leaving my first Airstream behind when I left Slidell, LA before Katrina. After all, we were going right back after the weekend, weren't we?

My home was...
Forum: On The Road... 08-08-2008, 06:37 AM
Replies: 292
Views: 30,936
Posted By Gator1
I-10

There is an excellent KOA just East of Houston. I think It's called Houston East.

The KOA in Slidell, LA used to be pretty nice, but it was really flattened by Hurricane Katrina. Last time I was...
Forum: Photography 08-07-2008, 10:28 AM
Replies: 115
Views: 15,530
Posted By Gator1
My favorite spot in Texas

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(Note: I've added spacers since this photo was taken. The trailer rides straight and flat now)
Forum: Our Community 08-07-2008, 10:22 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,888
Posted By Gator1
Don't worry

It seems to me that Airstream sightings come in packs. After a long drought, I saw six on a 50 mile interstate trip (not all going in the same direction). Someone was on the move!

Jim
Forum: WBCCI Forum 08-07-2008, 10:18 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,983
Posted By Gator1
I love my numbers

I can't imagine my trailer without its numbers. I mount my star too. I enjoy the look on some old timers' faces when they start to tell me what those stars are for and are astonished that a 41 year...
Forum: Photography 08-06-2008, 01:42 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 15,530
Posted By Gator1
South Texas

On the way to a quail hunt near Freer, TX.
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Forum: On The Road... 07-24-2008, 11:51 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 16,698
Posted By Gator1
General Membership flag available from WBCCI HQ

Here is my rig with the GM flag. Just make sure you are careful to maintain respect/etiquette when flying National and State flags. All others should be flown in the "inferior" positions". On an...
Forum: On The Road... 07-16-2008, 02:11 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,337
Posted By Gator1
Airstream Harbors were made for this

Busy holidays are the best times to check out an Airstream only campground if you are lucky enough to be close to one. I've been to a few and they vary a bit with the exception that they are...
Forum: On The Road... 06-05-2008, 08:47 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,512
Posted By Gator1
Very happy with Verizon

I've been using Verizon for about a year and a half now. Anywhere there is even the smallest signal I can get connectivity. Pricing varies but can be reduced if you have other phones with Verizon...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 05-15-2008, 08:15 AM
Replies: 112
Views: 14,217
Posted By Gator1
Where is the money spent?

I think my favorite was a man I camped next to once who decried the Airstream expense. He was camping in a relatively new pop-up parked next to his trailered $40,000 bass boat.

Why is my...
Forum: Our Community 04-16-2008, 08:30 AM
Replies: 417
Views: 50,202
Posted By Gator1
From the Navy

When I first started participating in forums a few years ago I was serving as the Navigator on a Navy LHD. Navy navigators are commonly called "Gator" and I had to add a 1 to the moniker since it was...
Forum: On The Road... 04-06-2008, 08:32 AM
Replies: 2,892
Views: 709,935
Posted By Gator1
I just couldn't resist!

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Forum: WBCCI Forum 04-04-2008, 06:47 AM
Replies: 141
Views: 15,985
Posted By Gator1
Almost ten years now and still one of the youngest

Great Post, please stick with us!

I was 32 when I bought my first Airstream and joined WBCCI. We were indeed the youngest couple in our local unit and I was very apprehensive of joining. After...
Forum: Photography 04-04-2008, 06:31 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 16,678
Posted By Gator1
Landmarks?! Landmarks?! We don't need no stinking...

Landmarks?! Landmarks?! We don't need no stinking landmarks!

Jim

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Forum: Photography 03-13-2008, 02:27 PM
Replies: 118
Views: 12,967
Posted By Gator1
Retread

I thought this would be a good time to re-submit this entry from last summer's "monochrome" contest!

Jim

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Forum: Fun & Games 03-13-2008, 10:59 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 6,232
Posted By Gator1
We're missing the classic here!

I can't count the number of times I've told someone our new trailer is a 2006 model or about the latest new AS models and heard "They still make those?"

Jim
Forum: Windows, Doors, Locks & Vents 11-17-2007, 07:08 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,824
Posted By Gator1
Blue Beret Article

Do you recall which issue this was in? I've been in the middle fo a military move this summer and fall and I haven't seen a Blue Beret in about three months.

Do you recall what their fix was?
...
Forum: Windows, Doors, Locks & Vents 11-16-2007, 09:52 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,824
Posted By Gator1
I'll get it back on!

Thanks to you both. I propably won't need A/C next wee, but I will get it back in place anyway.

Rick,

It's always nice to hear from Unit 111! We started there in 1999!

Jim Gompper...
Forum: Windows, Doors, Locks & Vents 11-16-2007, 08:17 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,824
Posted By Gator1
Vertical Shield on roof is broken

The vertically mounted sheet of metal between the refrigerator exhaust and the air conditioner on the roof came loose recently after I parked broadside to a stiff wind for a day.

It looks like...
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 09-09-2007, 07:53 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 6,743
Posted By Gator1
A Nice clock

Count me in to the nice clock crowd. Depending on what type of decor you are doing inside your trailer you can put up just about anything. In my trailer a neon "Tropical Bar and Grille" clock sign...
Forum: Fun & Games 08-21-2007, 01:00 PM
Replies: 351
Views: 53,924
Posted By Gator1
Bad Decision

"No, Dear, We don't need to bring the trailer with us. It will be OK. We'll be back in a few days....."


Slidell, LA August 28, 2005

The house was OK. The trailer was too close to the...
Forum: 2008 Safari SE 08-12-2007, 01:10 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,126
Posted By Gator1
25FB shakedown

We've had our 2006 25FB for a little over a year now. Somethings to look for:

Fit and finish on the windows
UV damage to the top vent covers (Airstream tech says the problem has been fixed, but...
Forum: Stella's Kitchen 08-05-2007, 06:56 PM
Replies: 531
Views: 78,237
Posted By Gator1
Pizza!

We are a family who haven't owned a microwave in 7 years!

Our camping favorites are stovetop popcorn (I have a kettle just for popcorn) and Pizza in the oven! I really think my kids would...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 08-05-2007, 06:46 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,549
Posted By Gator1
Been there

I've been in a similar situation. For the first four years of owning my first Airstream (a 1999 Safari 23C) I towed it with a Toyota T100. I had the V-6 Engine very similar to your contemplated...
Forum: Photography 08-02-2007, 02:54 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 8,785
Posted By Gator1
Optimism

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Forum: Photography 07-11-2007, 04:23 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 9,084
Posted By Gator1
Blizzard of '05

Does it matter what form the water is in?:cool:


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Jim
Forum: Off Topic Forum 06-28-2007, 09:08 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,025
Posted By Gator1
Who's crotchity??

Not me! I'm the most agreeable guy who ever....

DAG NABBIT! THOSE @$#&^#$ KIDS ARE ON THE GRASS AGAIN!

I'LL FINISH THIS LATER....
Forum: Our Community 06-03-2007, 08:31 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,296
Posted By Gator1
Kill them!

Kill them! Kill them NOW! Kill them with extreme predjudice!

A few years ago I had a family of mice get into my trailer in storage and run rampant for about a week. They made a nice nest in the...
Forum: WBCCI Forum 05-31-2007, 09:33 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 12,178
Posted By Gator1
Joined WDCU to vote

Speaking as one of those who joined WDCU in order to vote -

1. I joined WDCU to have a vote after not being able to vote against the madness last year. I voted. It counted.

2. I will...
Forum: Photography 05-31-2007, 08:37 AM
Replies: 161
Views: 21,497
Posted By Gator1
No photoshop here

There was no photoshop involved. This is a straight up digital "negative". The orientation may seem a bit strange to anyone used to traditional Airstream layouts. This angle is facing the curbside...
Forum: Photography 05-30-2007, 09:04 PM
Replies: 161
Views: 21,497
Posted By Gator1
After a long day on a hot, dusty road......

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Forum: The Pet Forum 05-30-2007, 08:17 PM
Replies: 1,077
Views: 206,413
Posted By Gator1
Mac the Westie and Hank the Poodle

Meet The Odd Couple! Hank the Poodle:innocent: is the very essence of "Felix Unger", neat as a pin and rather prissy. Mac the Westie was recently rescued and is, well, the perfect "Oscar " and a...
Forum: Stella's Kitchen 05-23-2007, 02:26 PM
Replies: 875
Views: 242,537
Posted By Gator1
Mini Big Green Egg

I am a huge fan of the Big Green Egg! I have a large one at home and like it so much I bought the mini model for camping. It will easily handle everything from 750 degree steaks to slow smoked...
Forum: 2005 - 2010 Safari 05-23-2007, 12:39 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,893
Posted By Gator1
18 gallons is a lot of....

I had an old Safari 23C which had a 22 gal Black Tank. My family of could easily "go" five or six days with that.

The 39 gal Gray water tank, on the other hand, was good for a day. I made a...
Forum: Fun & Games 05-23-2007, 12:28 PM
Replies: 21,017
Views: 1,040,764
Posted By Gator1
Knut

Knut
Forum: Roof Vents, Skylights & Fans 05-23-2007, 09:47 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,710
Posted By Gator1
Easy job, common part

I just did this job on one of my vents. The plastic pretty much disintigrated in a gust of wind. The plastic was very badly UV damaged and crumbled when handled. Interestingly, the other vent cover...
Forum: Brakes & Brake Controllers 03-13-2007, 08:42 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,451
Posted By Gator1
Hydraulic disc brakes failed

My Father in Law's 1984 Airstream Limited is one of a small number produced that year with hydraulic disc brakes. recently, the brakes quit working altogether.

What We've already tried: ...
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