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Forum: Forum Admin, News and Member Account Info 02-17-2003, 11:04 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,776
Posted By eraffety
Thanks, Shari, for your suggestions. I clicked...

Thanks, Shari, for your suggestions. I clicked on the link, and placed all my photos in Microsoft PictureIt! Express, clicked on the edit to try to change the pixels - but there was no option to do...
Forum: Forum Admin, News and Member Account Info 02-17-2003, 12:35 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,776
Posted By eraffety
File too big

I just tried uploading a photo - it said the file was too big - how do I make it smaller? There is no suggestion on what to do. It just says try again (which I did and that was unsuccessful, too!)....
Forum: General Motorhome Topics 01-19-2003, 06:40 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 13,105
Posted By eraffety
Talking IT WORKS!!!

I took your advice, John, about starting the engine after I reinstalled the newly charged battery. I turned on the ignition, but let it "run" a bit before I engaged it. It fired right up!!!

I am...
Forum: General Motorhome Topics 01-17-2003, 05:56 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 13,105
Posted By eraffety
Fred (Happy)- By "getting my batteries load...

Fred (Happy)-

By "getting my batteries load tested" do you mean check to see if it is a bad battery? (Forgive my ignorance!) I just replaced my old battery for a brand new one.

Fred Hinds -
...
Forum: Floor Finishes 01-17-2003, 05:45 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,635
Posted By eraffety
Mark - With carpet the dirt disappears...

Mark -

With carpet the dirt disappears merely to the eye - but in actuality it stays deep inside the carpet - that to me is UGH.

I'll take wood floors over carpet anytime. Wood floors don't...
Forum: General Motorhome Topics 01-14-2003, 09:01 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 13,105
Posted By eraffety
John- I guess I've been starting the engine...

John-

I guess I've been starting the engine incorrectly. Since I do have a carbuerator (and two fuel pumps) your advice will be taken to heart!

I will do as you say and see what happens. I'll...
Forum: Airstream Motorhome Forums 01-14-2003, 12:29 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,333
Posted By eraffety
Take a look at Fred Hinds' site: ...

Take a look at Fred Hinds' site:

https://www.geocities.com/fredhinds/airstream/airstream.html

He has lots of pics of classic airstream motorhomes - a few of the 345's and 350's.

Good luck!
...
Forum: General Motorhome Topics 01-14-2003, 12:17 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 13,105
Posted By eraffety
It is not the solenoid. Had that checked. The...

It is not the solenoid. Had that checked. The battery was not dead when I first tried to start the motorhome, but did drain rapidly as I tried to crank the engine over.

The engine will crank -...
Forum: General Motorhome Topics 01-13-2003, 12:23 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 13,105
Posted By eraffety
Aaaargh!!! Motorhome won't start!!!! AGAIN!!!

I am getting so frustrated! After a few weeks in storage (WITH THE BATTERIES DISCONNECTED), I went to go start the motorhome up. Nothing. It would not turn over - I kept trying to start it, then...
Forum: Airstream Motorhome Forums 01-04-2003, 01:29 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,060
Posted By eraffety
From Smallfry's post: "I'm not sure what...

From Smallfry's post:

"I'm not sure what they're selling - it's weird:"

Smallfry-

They are selling the 4-page color brochure of the Airstream funeral coach . . .
Forum: Mechanics Corner - Engines, Transmission & More... 12-19-2002, 08:02 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,108
Posted By eraffety
Thanks! I'll have them try to adjust that bolt...

Thanks! I'll have them try to adjust that bolt in the linkage . . .
Forum: Mechanics Corner - Engines, Transmission & More... 12-19-2002, 08:26 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,108
Posted By eraffety
The windshield wiper on my driver's side did not...

The windshield wiper on my driver's side did not go all the way over (it stopped about 2/3 of the way over to the left - so that 1/3 of the driver's side was obscured by rain!). We had it adjusted -...
Forum: Airstream Motorhome Forums 12-18-2002, 09:07 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,641
Posted By eraffety
Rear wrap-around lounge

This is what I would LOVE to do with my MH (I saw a similar arrangement on a GMC website - the guy had a wrap-around lounge with a table that went down into the floor). I hear it is a nightmare to...
Forum: Our Community 12-16-2002, 06:20 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,620
Posted By eraffety
I must admit I am at a loss for words. I try to...

I must admit I am at a loss for words. I try to keep up with what goes on by reading every day - and I have not come across what you are describing as bashing by HEX (have I missed something?). Or...
Forum: Airstream Motorhome Forums 12-01-2002, 12:24 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,349
Posted By eraffety
Jerry - Just to clear up some confusion - do...

Jerry -

Just to clear up some confusion - do you have a 1987 or 1988 345? You say you purchased a 1988, but in your profile/ID it states you have a 1987.

Just wondering . . . which is the typo?
Forum: Off Topic Forum 11-30-2002, 01:23 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,674
Posted By eraffety
In order to keep him from going into shock, I...

In order to keep him from going into shock, I remained extremely calm and "normal" as I told him, "Oh, Zach. You are all dirty! We are going to have to go to the hospital to clean you up." He told...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 11-30-2002, 01:14 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,674
Posted By eraffety
This has nothing to do with traveling on the road...

This has nothing to do with traveling on the road in an Airstream, but while traveling in our Land Rover Discovery to the River (Colorado River - Parker, AZ) my husband and five-year-old son got in a...
Forum: General Motorhome Topics 11-25-2002, 10:10 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,151
Posted By eraffety
Ron, Had you merely said that later model...

Ron,

Had you merely said that later model Airstreams weren't ORIGINAL Airstreams, I can venture to bet that no one would have argued with you. These "ORIGINAL" Airstreams are much valued and...
Forum: General Motorhome Topics 11-25-2002, 09:53 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 11,324
Posted By eraffety
Uwe- Forgive my ignorance, but what is the...

Uwe-

Forgive my ignorance, but what is the safety issue regarding pulling "25amps . . . through the 7-way connector to the fridge heater with the pigtail moving around, etc."?

What could...
Forum: General Motorhome Topics 11-24-2002, 09:04 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,151
Posted By eraffety
Ron - When Ford FIRST built his cars - do...

Ron -

When Ford FIRST built his cars - do YOU remember what they looked like? Way back when?

Now look at today's Fords - they look NOTHING like the cars from the 1920's (etc.). Can we...
Forum: Airstream Motorhome Forums 11-07-2002, 11:15 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,112
Posted By eraffety
Actually, the seat cushion can be lifted out, so...

Actually, the seat cushion can be lifted out, so I just have to deal with the telescoping legs.

I would like to be able to utilize the table to make the bench more "bed-like".

In my manual, the...
Forum: Airstream Motorhome Forums 11-07-2002, 08:45 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,112
Posted By eraffety
Was the answer so simple that I just made myself...

Was the answer so simple that I just made myself look like an idiot?:o

I never heard of telescoping pipes for this table - will any do (is it universal fit)? Do I get them from an RV store or...
Forum: Airstream Motorhome Forums 11-07-2002, 08:19 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,112
Posted By eraffety
Hello?

Hello?
Forum: Mechanics Corner - Engines, Transmission & More... 11-07-2002, 08:11 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,998
Posted By eraffety
I am taking this all with a smile on my face and...

I am taking this all with a smile on my face and a tongue in my cheek.;)
Forum: Mechanics Corner - Engines, Transmission & More... 11-07-2002, 12:13 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,998
Posted By eraffety
Yes, electrical schematics are available for my...

Yes, electrical schematics are available for my MH (I believe I saw them in the manual).

I guess the next step is to shove the manual in the mechanic's face and say, "Have at it!".

P.S. Did I...
Forum: Mechanics Corner - Engines, Transmission & More... 11-06-2002, 09:52 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,998
Posted By eraffety
One more thing

Oh - and the exterior lights on the entire curbside of the MH does not work. :confused:
Forum: Mechanics Corner - Engines, Transmission & More... 11-06-2002, 09:49 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,998
Posted By eraffety
Good advice - I don't care if people laugh at me...

Good advice - I don't care if people laugh at me - I'm used to it. I'd rather be safe than sorry . . .

I forgot to mention that the gauge that measures my battery charge on the dashboard doesn't...
Forum: Mechanics Corner - Engines, Transmission & More... 11-06-2002, 08:52 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,998
Posted By eraffety
Oscar, Joe initially thought it was the...

Oscar,

Joe initially thought it was the brain, replaced it but the problem still persisted. He suspects the ignition switch may be bad or a problem with the wire leading from the switch to . . ....
Forum: Mechanics Corner - Engines, Transmission & More... 11-06-2002, 05:40 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,998
Posted By eraffety
Back to storage

Well, finally got the 370le back to storage. Joe the mechanic had to hot-wire it to get it started. He suspects a wire malfunction, but couldn't take the time today to trace where the problem is,...
Forum: Airstream Motorhome Forums 11-05-2002, 11:24 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,112
Posted By eraffety
Pedestal Table

I was reading my manual and it states that in the 370 the pedestal table is "permanent". Can I convert it so it can come out/down?

I would like to have the option when the table is not in use to...
Forum: On The Road... 11-05-2002, 07:37 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,138
Posted By eraffety
Seems to me that that clearly defines what an...

Seems to me that that clearly defines what an en-route campground is: Only for one night stays - no longer - as this campground is designed only for those who are on their way to some other...
Forum: On The Road... 11-05-2002, 07:03 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,138
Posted By eraffety
Where did you come across this term "en route...

Where did you come across this term "en route campground"?

Taken in its context, maybe we can figure out what it means.
Forum: Mechanics Corner - Engines, Transmission & More... 11-05-2002, 07:01 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,998
Posted By eraffety
Thanks, Edie! Your posts always bring a...

Thanks, Edie!

Your posts always bring a smile to my face!:)
Forum: Mechanics Corner - Engines, Transmission & More... 11-05-2002, 07:33 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,998
Posted By eraffety
Fred, I drove it from storage to my house AT...

Fred,

I drove it from storage to my house AT NIGHT on the toll road and through the main street. It was pretty easy! And fun - I was told that I kept hugging the right side of the road, but...
Forum: Mechanics Corner - Engines, Transmission & More... 11-04-2002, 09:51 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,998
Posted By eraffety
I say "beast" with great affection, Peter. :D I...

I say "beast" with great affection, Peter. :D I have to - I am committed to it (or else my husband will say, "I told you so"!)

Besides - ever see that Ikea commercial with the lamp being dumped...
Forum: Mechanics Corner - Engines, Transmission & More... 11-04-2002, 09:11 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,998
Posted By eraffety
Peter, My husband accused me of the very...

Peter,

My husband accused me of the very same thing . . . my son, his friend and I slept in it the first night - the bed was way comfy!

The interior is awesome! It is PERFECT. It is the only...
Forum: Mechanics Corner - Engines, Transmission & More... 11-04-2002, 05:57 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,998
Posted By eraffety
I think my husband is immuned to the disease. Or...

I think my husband is immuned to the disease. Or has the gene to resist it. He says he wants nothing to do with it (other than paying the bill to get it fixed).

Hmmm. I wonder if there is a...
Forum: Mechanics Corner - Engines, Transmission & More... 11-04-2002, 05:37 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,998
Posted By eraffety
I am not sure about 2 streams (I think so). Not...

I am not sure about 2 streams (I think so). Not sure about the distributor. When it turns over - it just stops immediately - without going back to regular position.

I found out a vacuum hose is...
Forum: Mechanics Corner - Engines, Transmission & More... 11-04-2002, 08:29 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,998
Posted By eraffety
It has a carbuerator. Yes, gas does pour out...

It has a carbuerator. Yes, gas does pour out when I pump the accelerator. I will try to post pictures - I have a digital camera but don't know how to upload onto the computer yet.
Forum: Mechanics Corner - Engines, Transmission & More... 11-04-2002, 12:13 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,998
Posted By eraffety
Thanks, Oscar! I'll have the coil checked out as...

Thanks, Oscar! I'll have the coil checked out as well, then.


When you say "electronics" - what do you mean by that?
Forum: Mechanics Corner - Engines, Transmission & More... 11-03-2002, 09:34 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,998
Posted By eraffety
Now what?

Okay. We got it to start . . . buuuuut, as soon as it turns over, it quits. Immediately.

We noticed three wires (green, yellow, red) kind of above and to the left of the distributor cap that are...
Forum: Mechanics Corner - Engines, Transmission & More... 11-03-2002, 03:18 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,998
Posted By eraffety
Fuel pump

Peter,

I did research quite a while ago (before I took physical possession of my 370le) on the Ford 460 engines and discovered, through an article on the RVer's OPEN FORUM website, that people had...
Forum: Mechanics Corner - Engines, Transmission & More... 11-03-2002, 03:07 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,998
Posted By eraffety
Yes, I can smell gas - but it seemed to me that I...

Yes, I can smell gas - but it seemed to me that I need to pump in a lot of gas (the engine actually started after I put in a lot of gas about an hour ago with a big "BANG" - backfire? -) but I...
Forum: Mechanics Corner - Engines, Transmission & More... 11-03-2002, 01:50 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,998
Posted By eraffety
Angry Help!! Engine Won't Start!!

Every single time I go to start my 370le, it won't start! My battery goes dead (BOTH BATTERIES) and then . . . nothing.

I have deep-charged the auto battery, then tried starting it - it took a...
Forum: Airstream Motorhome Forums 11-01-2002, 11:03 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,309
Posted By eraffety
got it! :)

got it!

:)
Forum: Airstream Motorhome Forums 11-01-2002, 09:05 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,309
Posted By eraffety
Brian, How do I disconnect the battery...

Brian,

How do I disconnect the battery without losing engine control memory? I just read your post and have already removed the battery to have it charged.

What happens if the engine control...
Forum: Airstream Motorhome Forums 11-01-2002, 02:18 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,309
Posted By eraffety
Thanks, guys. . . It just never occured to...

Thanks, guys. . .

It just never occured to me that the steps would be a drain on the auto battery . . . now I know.

I do have disconnect switches for the coach batteries - I will install for...
Forum: Airstream Motorhome Forums 11-01-2002, 08:29 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,309
Posted By eraffety
Angry Battery Dead - Again & Again

I read a comment from Dr. Joe about electric steps draining the battery. My auto battery keeps going dead and am wondering if this has anything to do with it - ?

I have shut-off devices for the...
Forum: General Motorhome Topics 10-14-2002, 08:16 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 11,324
Posted By eraffety
Pahaska - Well, I disagree with HOW you...

Pahaska -

Well, I disagree with HOW you reprimanded EDMATLOCK. All you could have done is ask him for specifics, clarification and details IN A NICE WAY. You have done nothing to advance the...
Forum: General Motorhome Topics 10-14-2002, 08:40 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 11,324
Posted By eraffety
POSTING IN ALL CAPS

EDMATLOCK-

I think your post just summed up VERY ELOQUENTLY what could happen if someone drove with propane on . . .

Don't worry . . . keep posting!!!!!

;)

P.S. I think ALL posts are...
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