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Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 03-31-2023, 03:22 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,926
Posted By estock
On Demand Electric hot water heater?

I'm currently boon docking my 77 Airstream Sovereign, I recently re-did the plumbing with pex. There is a rupture on the hot water tank, so i had to bypass it.

I'm about to get 120V power on the...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 04-08-2021, 10:12 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 430
Posted By estock
Neep help upgrading 77 Airstream Electrical System

77 Sovereign,

Here is the OG electrical setup

https://imgur.com/QalrQi8.jpg
https://imgur.com/QalrQi8

if you look on on the right side there is a plate that a number of wires are bolted...
Forum: Doors & Locks 02-27-2020, 07:17 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,422
Posted By estock
Do you mean the door wont close at the top? I's...

Do you mean the door wont close at the top? I's possible that the door is misaligned top to bottom, the hinges are fastened to the frame, but depending on how much abuse it has gotten it may just...
Forum: Doors & Locks 12-04-2019, 07:06 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,422
Posted By estock
Door Hinges

Yes I was, kinda the issue was the other end of the bolt was moving so it was impossible to tighten the bolts. I ended up cutting two small rectangular wholes on the inside directly to the right of...
Forum: Our Community 08-20-2019, 10:48 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 9,364
Posted By estock
Anyone have luck purchasing this

I really like the functionality of the pedestal shown in the photo, has anyone had success procuring it?
Forum: Roof Vents, Skylights & Fans 08-08-2019, 07:03 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,234
Posted By estock
Replacing fan and vent plastic rather then entire vent

I've read through a number of the threads regarding vent replacement, and although it seems like a fairly easy project in comparison to many other airstream projects that people take on, I reluctant...
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 07-28-2019, 10:21 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 579
Posted By estock
Late 70's Rear Bath Plumbing Question

I'm looking at the plumbing for a 77 Sovereign, the water line comes out of the pump, splits into into on line that feeds the water heater, one that feeds the cold water, and there is a third pipe...
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 07-23-2019, 01:17 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 724
Posted By estock
Solar Water Heat for Boon-docking

I'm restoring a 77 Sovereign, primarily boon-docking, and looking to possible create a solar or solar assisted hot water heating system. I have yet to check out the gas lines, so I have not tested...
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 08-28-2018, 06:01 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 804
Posted By estock
What should I do with air in water pump lines and a leaky tank?

I just swapped out the old pump in my 77 Sovereign with a newer centrifugal pump, it immediately started making noise, it looks like somehow air was getting into the system. I filled up the tank a...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 07-08-2018, 07:14 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 511
Posted By estock
Replacing a fuse box that has with a duel battery setup

I have a 78 Airstream Sovereign 31

Recently I encountered an issue with my fuse panel that the two batteries were not operating in parallel because the fuse connection are bad. I'm interested in...
Forum: General Interior Topics 05-29-2018, 10:24 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,535
Posted By estock
Twin Bed Storage Drawers ideas

I'm rebuilding the twin beds in the back mid section of my 31' Sovereign. Trying to figure out the best way to utilize the space under the bed. The simplest solution is to just have a piece of ply...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 05-29-2018, 09:03 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 675
Posted By estock
How are duel batteries configured in a 78 Airstream

I have a 78 Sovereign. When I hook one battery up ( the one on the right facing from the outside ). The electrical system works, I can push test on the solid state panel etc. When I hook the other...
Forum: General Repair Forum 05-29-2018, 08:44 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,131
Posted By estock
Battery Compartment Locks

Both of the locks for the battery compartments are busted ( the tab on the lock mechanism is broken off. Does anyone know where I can get a replacement for these locks, actually it does not even...
Forum: Plumbing - Systems & Fixtures 05-28-2018, 07:48 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,722
Posted By estock
Replacment faucets and fixtures for 70s airstreams

I have a 78 Sovereign 31, and most of the faucets are shot, I'm looking to replace them with something that is as close as possible to original ( I like the aesthetic ). I've read threads that say...
Forum: Roof Vents, Skylights & Fans 05-19-2018, 01:29 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,197
Posted By estock
To Replace or Not Replace ( dome and fan )

I've read through a bunch or threads about replacing the roof vents with Fantastic Fans or Maxxair. The fan in my ven def needs replacement and the plastic is completely gone, but after looking at...
Forum: General Interior Topics 05-02-2018, 08:21 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,225
Posted By estock
Dinette Design Best Practices

So I'm looking to design a Dinette for the front of my 77 Sovereign 31, and I've been looking at lots of pictures an threads I've taken some measurements and made some initial drawing but I keep...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 04-17-2018, 06:52 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,271
Posted By estock
Separating grey and black water

Boon-docking on my property with a 78 Sovereign. Contemplating getting a composting toilet eventually, but just looking for an interim solution. I was thinking about trying to isolate the black water...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 03-15-2018, 10:35 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 846
Posted By estock
How To Choose a Battery Overview

I've read allot of threads in regards to batteries, and I don't want to try to replicate information that is already well trodden but I want to try and generate a thread that has good overview of...
Forum: 1974 - 1979 Sovereign 03-15-2018, 07:21 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,132
Posted By estock
Service Manual for '77 Sovereign

I've been looking on Ebay for my 77 Sovereign and have found a number of service manuals. One that I found is the is a dealership manual ( which is a ringed binder ) I'm wondering if the content of...
Forum: 1974 - 1979 Sovereign 03-15-2018, 06:52 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,184
Posted By estock
Thanks Bob, I definitely want to replace the...

Thanks Bob, I definitely want to replace the univolt, and I was also thinking about replacing the fusebox with a more modern fusebox one that takes automotive fuses. Any thoughts on the type of...
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 10-24-2017, 12:59 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,917
Posted By estock
I'm kind of in the boonies, don't know anyone in...

I'm kind of in the boonies, don't know anyone in the area
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 10-08-2017, 08:07 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,917
Posted By estock
Please advise me on how to winterize my airstreams water system

I purchased a 78 Sovereign 31' toward the end of the summer. It came without any real knowledge of if systems were working or not. Before it gets to cold, I want to make sure that I winterize it as...
Forum: 1974 - 1979 Sovereign 10-05-2017, 07:15 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,184
Posted By estock
Where to start with the 12V electrical system

I have a 78 Sovereign 31, I purchased it without any information about the electric system. It seems to have the old style converter, and the glass cylindrical fuses. i want to start testing out the...
Forum: Airstream Classifieds 09-29-2017, 02:32 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 489
Posted By estock
Needed Awning for 78 Sovereign 31

Title: Add New - Airstream Trailer Classifieds - Airstream Trailers For Sale
I just posted a new ad on Airstream Classifieds.

Looking for an awning for a 78 Sovereign 31, Have the arms, but...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 09-29-2017, 11:38 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,354
Posted By estock
How do I hook up both a power converter and solar panels to my '78 Airstream.

I tried to look through some threads so as not to duplicate, but I may have missed something. I have a 78 Sovereign and I'm trying to figure out how to start working on the electrical system. It's...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 09-29-2017, 11:14 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,416
Posted By estock
just for the record, there are two allen keys...

just for the record, there are two allen keys that allowed my to take the motor off, once it was exposed I was able to use a wrench and a large skrew driver.
Forum: Windows & Screens 09-13-2017, 02:55 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,055
Posted By estock
Window Covers for winter?

I'm about to replace two windows in my 79 sovereign 31'. I'm trying to get it done before the real cold weather sets in. I've read that cover the airstream is a bad idea because the cover will get...
Forum: Airstream Classifieds 09-08-2017, 02:19 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 412
Posted By estock
Looking for Rear and Side window for 78 Sovereign 31

Title: Add New - Airstream Trailer Classifieds - Airstream Trailers For Sale
I just posted a new ad on Airstream Classifieds.

Looking for the rear ( bathroom ) and double bedroom ( side...
Forum: 1974 - 1979 Sovereign 09-03-2017, 10:40 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,395
Posted By estock
Bracing and jacking up my aurstream

I've got my airstream parked on my property and I'm planning on keeping it in a pretty static configuration. I was considering trying to brade and jack it somehow.

I've read a few forums where...
Forum: Interior Restoration Forum 09-03-2017, 10:08 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,181
Posted By estock
did you ever have any luck with this? looming for...

did you ever have any luck with this? looming for something similar, if not cad drawing than some basic drawings with detailed measurements.
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 08-18-2017, 02:26 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,416
Posted By estock
Yeah, but where do you crank it? i can't actually...

Yeah, but where do you crank it? i can't actually see a bolt or anything
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 08-11-2017, 08:06 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,416
Posted By estock
How to operate electric tongue jack without juice?

Had a 78 sovereign dropped off on my property and I'm trying to figure out how to move it. It's currently sitting on the tongue jack, but on inspection of tongue jack, it looks pretty messed up, the...
Forum: Doors & Locks 08-11-2017, 06:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,422
Posted By estock
My Door Hinges are FUBAR (1978 Sovereign )

Just purchased this 1978 Airstream, and the door is pretty messed up, looks like someone tried to break into it. I'm wondering what the most effective, least amount of work to fix. The holes are...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 07-11-2017, 11:44 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 669
Posted By estock
78 Airstream Sovereign 31 Tires an Towing

Just purchased a 78 Sovereign. Trying to figure out how to get it transported to my property. The prev owner says the tires are a bit dry - rotted but they hold air. I'm a little nervous to have...
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