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Forum: Fun & Games 07-25-2007, 11:09 AM
Replies: 13,059
Views: 587,809
Posted By dinoburb
Shot Ouch!!

Shot Ouch!!
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 12-23-2006, 01:46 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 8,610
Posted By dinoburb
Greetings, I, too, have a Yamaha 2800. I...

Greetings,

I, too, have a Yamaha 2800. I purchased it because of output, which does run my AC quite nicely, its inverter power supply (runs my computers perfectly), and because of weight 65#. ...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 12-08-2006, 07:59 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 7,036
Posted By dinoburb
And miles to go before I sleep.

118,352 on a '91 Suburban R2500. Runs great and the milage isn't too bad either: 13.5 w/o trailer, 10.something w/trailer; highway, that is!

Mobil 1 & Wix filters seem to work like a charm.
...
Forum: Community Polls 11-28-2006, 04:35 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 10,161
Posted By dinoburb
If you are looking for a set of McKesh mirrors...

If you are looking for a set of McKesh mirrors with all of the options please click here...
Forum: Mechanics Corner - Engines, Transmission & More... 11-14-2006, 10:30 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 15,148
Posted By dinoburb
Greetings, Removal of the pump is a...

Greetings,

Removal of the pump is a personal choice; however, it is required in all 50 states. That said, if you don't remove the exaust manifolds and simply plug the injection tube fittings you...
Forum: Our Community 11-09-2006, 07:45 AM
Replies: 1,004
Views: 318,393
Posted By dinoburb
Naval Air

Retired A-6E driver and Maintenance Officer '74 to '94.

Take care,

Sean
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 11-06-2006, 09:57 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,535
Posted By dinoburb
Greetings, Just a thought on the rings vs....

Greetings,

Just a thought on the rings vs. compression fittings. I have used, and still use if necessary, Oetiker clamps. These are the small, eared clamps that require a specialized plier. The...
Forum: Mechanics Corner - Engines, Transmission & More... 10-31-2006, 12:25 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,984
Posted By dinoburb
Just a simple follow-up to my original post. At...

Just a simple follow-up to my original post. At start-up, cold, is the pressure any different (higher/lower) than before the cooler install? Also, is this an additional cooler or a larger one in...
Forum: Mechanics Corner - Engines, Transmission & More... 10-30-2006, 07:46 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,984
Posted By dinoburb
Is your cold oil pressure with the new cooler...

Is your cold oil pressure with the new cooler higher than your cold pressure without the new cooler? If so there is probably a problem, unless you also changed your oil to a heavier viscosity (10w-30...
Forum: Title, VIN & Registration 10-30-2006, 07:32 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,640
Posted By dinoburb
And I would think you should never list the full...

And I would think you should never list the full VIN on any electronic media when selling, describing, or otherwise talking about your various vehicles. Might that be a way for someone to get your...
Forum: Mechanics Corner - Engines, Transmission & More... 10-16-2006, 02:02 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 29,520
Posted By dinoburb
Andrew, If a straight drop-in replacement...

Andrew,

If a straight drop-in replacement is desired then here is another option (https://www.sdpc2000.com/catalog/123/products/111/1974-93-Chevrolet-GMC-C-K-P-R-V-LE8-454N-LF8-454W.htm)with an...
Forum: Mechanics Corner - Engines, Transmission & More... 10-15-2006, 09:03 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 29,520
Posted By dinoburb
New VS Rebuilt

Andrew,

If I were going to keep the Argosy and I wanted the best replacement motor for the unit I would not hesitate to put in a new GM crate motor. The following link to Scoggin-Dickey...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 09-25-2006, 01:29 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,699
Posted By dinoburb
Here's another one that has saved my bacon in the...

Here's another one that has saved my bacon in the past!!

https://www.subscriptsforum.com/boards/suburban0906/index.html

FYI.

Take care,
Forum: Member Introductions 08-17-2006, 11:19 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,241
Posted By dinoburb
I think this site will be of some value:...

I think this site will be of some value: Airstream Weights (https://www.airstream.com/airstream/product_line/customer_service/docs/weights-1.pdf)

The weights listed for the 1982 34' model are...
Forum: Dollars & Cents 08-09-2006, 10:20 PM
Replies: 845
Views: 132,783
Posted By dinoburb
Here's another scam listing (click here...

Here's another scam listing (click here (https://cgi.ebay.com/Vintage-1965-17ft-AIRSTREAM-CARAVEL-Travel-Trailer-RV_W0QQitemZ200016019656QQihZ010QQcategoryZ35847QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem)). Click on the...
Forum: Dollars & Cents 07-26-2006, 11:07 PM
Replies: 845
Views: 132,783
Posted By dinoburb
The two 'auctions' I listed above remained on...

The two 'auctions' I listed above remained on Ebay for some time after I reported them to Ebay. What seemed to do the trick was asking the actual Ebayer a question about the listing. They got...
Forum: Dollars & Cents 07-26-2006, 08:27 AM
Replies: 845
Views: 132,783
Posted By dinoburb
How about this one?...

How about this one? (https://cgi.ebay.com/05-Airstream-Safari-Bambi-16-Travel-Trailer-RV-Camper_W0QQitemZ280011575973QQihZ018QQcategoryZ83957QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem) or this one?...
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 07-25-2006, 05:58 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 9,898
Posted By dinoburb
Hi Gang, I'm doing some repair work on my...

Hi Gang,

I'm doing some repair work on my 34' trailer and I am using the Oetiker stainless clamp system. This system has a slight advantage if the PEX is subjected to sub-freezing temperatures....
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 07-10-2006, 09:06 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,202
Posted By dinoburb
You might be interested in South Jersey RV...

You might be interested in South Jersey RV (https://southjerseyrv.tripod.com/index.htm). They understand Airstreams. Good folks and a family business.

Click on the restoratiom button to see some...
Forum: Dollars & Cents 07-10-2006, 08:53 AM
Replies: 845
Views: 132,783
Posted By dinoburb
I think this is another scam: scam...

I think this is another scam: scam (https://cgi.ebay.com/2005-Airstream-International-28-Hail_W0QQitemZ190006732609QQihZ009QQcategoryZ19296QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem)

If it's not a...
Forum: Mechanics Corner - Engines, Transmission & More... 06-16-2006, 11:28 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 18,103
Posted By dinoburb
Greetings, I'm not sure putting a 40cfm fan...

Greetings,

I'm not sure putting a 40cfm fan in the intake duct designed to provide up to 700cfm of air to the carb/FI would be a good idea. Might be a bit of a choke point!? I may have...
Forum: Wheels, Hubs & Bearings 06-09-2006, 11:55 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 6,287
Posted By dinoburb
Back to one of the original questions

Changing rims is an excellent idea. Check the forum's classifieds on a regular basis. There are actual airstream approved wheels for sale on a fairly regular basis. You can also place a want ad for a...
Forum: Tires 06-09-2006, 11:47 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 7,409
Posted By dinoburb
Goodyear Marathons

This is just a suggestion:

Tire Rack ...
Forum: Tires 06-08-2006, 03:42 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,635
Posted By dinoburb
This is just a suggestion: Tire Rack ...

This is just a suggestion:

Tire Rack ...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 06-05-2006, 04:16 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,448
Posted By dinoburb
Hi Paula, I use a Garmin 60CSx with a 1gig...

Hi Paula,

I use a Garmin 60CSx with a 1gig microSD card. I have loaded the entire US, east of the Mississippi, using Garmin's City Select software. I purchased the car nav kit with the GPS unit...
Forum: Mechanics Corner - Engines, Transmission & More... 06-05-2006, 11:29 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 18,103
Posted By dinoburb
Greetings, I have a recommendation that is...

Greetings,

I have a recommendation that is slightly counter to most of the previous suggestions. If you are going duals than the 'H' pipe is a must, however, a single 3" or 3.5" pipe will provide...
Forum: On The Road... 06-04-2006, 06:47 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,453
Posted By dinoburb
Family oriented campgrounds near New Port Ritchie FL

Hi Folks,

My family and I (two adults and two older children) are planning to travel to Florida this summer (I know that's not the tourist season!) and I would like to know about any nice, clean...
Forum: General Motorhome Topics 06-03-2006, 05:49 PM
Replies: 220
Views: 94,933
Posted By dinoburb
Hi Chuck, I understand your problem, from a...

Hi Chuck,

I understand your problem, from a reverse perspective. I restored a Triumph Stag several years ago and converting the English to American was one of the more difficult tasks!

The...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 06-02-2006, 07:02 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,256
Posted By dinoburb
454 need a tune-up . . . or more!

454 parts

I had planned a major rebuild of my 1982 ¾ ton Suburban and purchased many parts in preparation. These parts should fit any 454 1986 or earlier (w/o FI). Please look at my ad in the...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 05-27-2006, 09:49 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,663
Posted By dinoburb
Garmin 60CSx

We've been using the Garmin 60CSx unit for several weeks now. A teriffic upgrade from an eTrex. Has a weak base map, but the optional street maps are good and the driving navigation feature works...
Forum: Mechanics Corner - Engines, Transmission & More... 04-21-2006, 05:08 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 7,014
Posted By dinoburb
High output alternator source

Greetings,

My old Suburban ('82) had a weak alternator. I researched the 'net and found the following place, https://www.wranglernw.com/commerce/default.asp ,
which was able to answer my...
Forum: 1982-1983 Limited 07-22-2005, 09:44 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,544
Posted By dinoburb
This might be slightly askew from the topic but...

This might be slightly askew from the topic but if you need to know what your VIN means or just want to know what configurations AS has made in their various trailers take a look at the link below:
...
Forum: 1982-1983 Limited 07-22-2005, 09:19 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,544
Posted By dinoburb
Post Not so fast . . .

Hi Gang,

I believe the first year of the 34 footer was 1982 and the limited edition started then, too, for the 34' at least as, I'm sure you'll never guess, but that's my trailer's year and trim...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 06-03-2005, 03:45 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,959
Posted By dinoburb
Hanta Virus

Hi!

This is a note from a science teacher; please be careful when working in the underbelly of your AS. The waste products from our furry little mouse friends carry the Hanta Virus. This disease...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 06-02-2005, 05:23 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,281
Posted By dinoburb
Hi Safeharbor, I have an '82 C-20 suburban...

Hi Safeharbor,

I have an '82 C-20 suburban w/factory tow package that was used to tow my previous 31' Sovereign. No problem, however, it is a 3/4 ton truck with the associated brakes and...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 05-22-2005, 05:45 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 28,680
Posted By dinoburb
I found it!!

Hi again!

Thanks pattersontoo for the link. I had been to Dometic's site and the only cross reference I could find did not cover the RM100. Your link is perfect.

Thanks again.

Take care,
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 05-22-2005, 12:32 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 28,680
Posted By dinoburb
RM100 replacement

Hi Gang,

My '82 34 Limited is in need of a replacement reefer unit. I have the RM100 currently and I would like to know which of the available units most closely provides form/fit/function...
Forum: Wheels, Hubs & Bearings 04-27-2005, 04:35 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,829
Posted By dinoburb
I'd recommend McGard Wheel installation Kit...

I'd recommend McGard Wheel installation Kit designed for long term use. They are guaranteed for life and are the recognized leader in aftermarket lug nuts. There are many nuts cheaper but these stand...
Forum: Brakes & Brake Controllers 04-18-2005, 07:53 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 15,173
Posted By dinoburb
Hi, It would help if you could post the...

Hi,

It would help if you could post the brand and model of controller you are using. They all have their own quirks.

Take care,
Forum: Community Polls 04-11-2005, 07:41 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 12,031
Posted By dinoburb
This thread started me thinking of names that...

This thread started me thinking of names that might have been (this from my aviation background):


Aluminum Cloud


Take care,
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 04-10-2005, 08:44 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,012
Posted By dinoburb
Hi Gang and Kistler! Having gone through...

Hi Gang and Kistler!

Having gone through this same experience with my Suburban here's my re-account(?):

First: Get the unloaded ball height set per Airstream recommendation. This seems to be...
Forum: Axles 03-09-2005, 05:33 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,123
Posted By dinoburb
Lug Bolts and Studs and Nuts (don't go there!!)

The overlander and others of the same era have lug bolts with a 1/2'x20 RH thread. Fairly common at most auto stores.

To mount alloy wheels on an older coach I believe the best way is to replace...
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 11-08-2004, 06:51 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,696
Posted By dinoburb
Hi Dave, I have recently purchased an '82...

Hi Dave,

I have recently purchased an '82 Limited 34' trailer. My previous trailer was a '78 31' Sovereign. The 34 tows easier and the backing is a breeze. I, too, like the extra axle carrying...
Forum: Our Community 10-09-2004, 10:50 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,997
Posted By dinoburb
Hi! Of course soon to be owners may come/join. ...

Hi! Of course soon to be owners may come/join. Love to have you! The time and place is on the link above.

Tarheel, I sold my 31' today so I'm back to one trailer! 34' and tooooo many...
Forum: Our Community 10-09-2004, 12:56 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,997
Posted By dinoburb
Meetup in Tidewater VA

Hi Gang,

If there are any interested Norfolk, Virginia Beach, and Chesapeake airstream owners or would be owners interested in talking silver-trash (just kidding!), there will be a Meetup at...
Forum: On The Road... 09-27-2004, 09:25 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,435
Posted By dinoburb
Florida is probably the easiest because they are...

Florida is probably the easiest because they are used to the snowbird's leaving a car there year round. They also do not have a problem with not having a FL driver's license.

Take care,
Forum: Off Topic Forum 09-22-2004, 07:52 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,353
Posted By dinoburb
PhotoShop Elements

Photoshop Elements 3.0 has just been released. Do not purchase 2.0, especially if you have one of the later model digital cameras with RAW capability. 3.0 supports most of the latest RAW standards...
Forum: Our Community 09-19-2004, 12:09 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,507
Posted By dinoburb
HO scale Buick and Airstream!

Hi Gang,

It appears the 'if it's airstream they'll pay anything for it' syndrome has struck again. See below:
...
Forum: Mechanics Corner - Engines, Transmission & More... 09-19-2004, 09:57 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,722
Posted By dinoburb
I'd be very concerned with a local shop drilling,...

I'd be very concerned with a local shop drilling, tapping, and installing a drain plug without removing the torque converter and re-balancing the assembly. Seems like a sure-fire way to damage the...
Forum: Brakes & Brake Controllers 09-12-2004, 11:46 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,220
Posted By dinoburb
Hi Silverback! The best troubleshooting tool...

Hi Silverback!

The best troubleshooting tool is already installed on your truck: the Prodigy self-test feature. With all of the brake problems identified through the cryptic codes of the Prodigy,...
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