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Forum: Classic Motorhomes 07-09-2010, 09:43 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,091
Posted By Astroboy
345's towing capacity that is rated for 2000 lb...

345's towing capacity that is rated for 2000 lb is applicable to towing something with 10~15% tongue weight pressing down on the receiver, right?

If it is toad-towing (or dinghy) with no tongue...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 07-01-2010, 09:21 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,876
Posted By Astroboy
Wow, all these are very groovy and intriguing. ...

Wow, all these are very groovy and intriguing.

Jim was actually right -- I don't have time for all these forums :lol:! But I can dream, right?

Neverthless, you guys are awesome ;).

Keep them...
Forum: Roof 06-30-2010, 09:23 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 25,474
Posted By Astroboy
I lay my ladder against window gutter. Each...

I lay my ladder against window gutter.

Each round segment (fore and aft) are fragile and will dent if you step on it. When on the roof, you want to keep your feet on the ribs: try to discern the...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 06-30-2010, 08:48 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,876
Posted By Astroboy
Perhaps. I just recently started to surf the...

Perhaps.

I just recently started to surf the web through fiber optics -- now every click is instant. It's amazing how much more browsing you can do and info you can process in milliseconds......
Forum: Off Topic Forum 06-30-2010, 08:35 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,876
Posted By Astroboy
Besides Airforums, what other forums do you frequent?

Hello,

I love Airforums. I come here pretty much every evening. That having said...

I'm trying to introduce some changes to my info diet, mainly to broaden. So here I am, trying to...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 06-30-2010, 07:20 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,263
Posted By Astroboy
bulbs.com*|*Light Bulbs, Ballasts, Fixtures,...

bulbs.com*|*Light Bulbs, Ballasts, Fixtures, Recycling & More (https://www.bulbs.com)

You can find the halogen 10W capsule bulbs for about $1.50 each.

Last year, I ordered 30 of them. It seems...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 06-30-2010, 07:00 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,501
Posted By Astroboy
Hello and welcome. That's a pretty bambi on...

Hello and welcome.

That's a pretty bambi on your other thread.

You will certainly need a charge controller and a solar panel. (And how big you want your panel to be? Is there a space on the...
Forum: General Interior Topics 06-30-2010, 06:35 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,060
Posted By Astroboy
A lot of big name mattress sellers speak in their...

A lot of big name mattress sellers speak in their gimmicky marketing terms to obfuscate the true nature of their product.

Foam Mattress Pads Memory Foam Platform Beds & More...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 06-29-2010, 11:48 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 7,545
Posted By Astroboy
Transmission temperature gauge is absolute...

Transmission temperature gauge is absolute must-have in these cases where we are approaching our performance envelope.

Also keep in mind, one will have to arrange more frequent service and changes...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 06-29-2010, 11:41 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 7,545
Posted By Astroboy
Hello Ron (with ML320), At the risk of...

Hello Ron (with ML320),

At the risk of nagging you, I urge you to measure your tongue weight precisely.

Depending on how you load the trailer, there is a likely chance that the tongue weight is...
Forum: On The Road... 06-27-2010, 02:17 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,412
Posted By Astroboy
Cool, some of you guys indeed have some nice...

Cool, some of you guys indeed have some nice stories from olden days...

I suspected that the ride would be trembly, but I would never have suspected CO poisoning from TV's exhaust -- this is good...
Forum: On The Road... 06-24-2010, 11:10 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,412
Posted By Astroboy
Ever ridden in trailer while moving?

Provincial / State Trailer Regulations (https://www.cerka.ca/catalog/trailer_size.asp)

(the link is originally introduced by Canlib:...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 06-24-2010, 10:11 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,199
Posted By Astroboy
This is clever and very helpful. Visuals are...

This is clever and very helpful. Visuals are nice!

(Oh, I notice that I happen to own exact same wrenches with yours in my trailer...)
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 06-24-2010, 10:04 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,199
Posted By Astroboy
With micrometer! That is more than I expected....

With micrometer! That is more than I expected. Domo Arigato :-)

So, 5/8" (=0.625") span should fit.

Ok, this is what should be ordered then, and I'm ordering it now.

PSA: EVERYONE SHOULD...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 06-24-2010, 09:07 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,199
Posted By Astroboy
coupler latch pin SPAN? (measurement please)

So, everyone should have a lock at this location (circled in red), both while hitched or unhitched.
https://cdn.airforums.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=105342&stc=1&thumb=1&d=1277218216
...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 06-22-2010, 12:05 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,410
Posted By Astroboy
wow, that is a story. ------- CORRECTION: ...

wow, that is a story.

-------
CORRECTION:
above side-by-side comparison pics of 2 locks are: 7/16" (NOT 5/8') and 1/4" diameters
-------

Now I know, I need the one that is 1/4" diameter.
...
Forum: Roof Vents, Skylights & Fans 06-22-2010, 10:34 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 8,313
Posted By Astroboy
https://cdn.airforums.com/forums/attachment.php?att...

https://cdn.airforums.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=101614&stc=1&thumb=1&d=1272735766

Last year, I had my OEM skylight replaced with another OEM at JC with addition of this hold-down...
Forum: Roof 06-22-2010, 10:07 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 15,255
Posted By Astroboy
This was the original thread OP was referring to,...

This was the original thread OP was referring to, and pictures.
https://www.airforums.com/forums/f478/step-by-step-replacing-oem-skylights-with-new-custom-maxim-skylights-53517.html
Forum: Roof 06-22-2010, 10:06 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 15,255
Posted By Astroboy
I have 28' as well, and I've been meaning to...

I have 28' as well, and I've been meaning to order a set, but I haven't gotten around to do measurements yet.

I have a square skylight (21 x 21?) and a rectangular one (? x ?).

If you could...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 06-22-2010, 09:52 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,410
Posted By Astroboy
Thanks for the reply. So which one do you...

Thanks for the reply.

So which one do you have and works with Airstream, do you happen to remember?

5/8" diameter pin, or 1/4" diameter pin?
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 06-22-2010, 09:14 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,410
Posted By Astroboy
This is machined from solid stainless steel...

This is machined from solid stainless steel billet. I think it would be a nice addition for anyone's trailer. It would also be a theft prevention measure for your Hensley or ProPride hitch.

(Call...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 06-22-2010, 09:06 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,410
Posted By Astroboy
For those who are interested in the coupler lock...

For those who are interested in the coupler lock and the coupler latch lock, here are some other threads I found informative:
...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 06-22-2010, 09:02 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,410
Posted By Astroboy
"coupler latch pin size" (help please)

Hi, I'm not near my trailer and I'm wondering if someone would help me determine the exact pin size for the coupler latch. Some of you may have a bolt with a nut in here.

I need the DIAMETER and...
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 06-20-2010, 07:35 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,618
Posted By Astroboy
TIMED OUT ON editing the above post. ...

TIMED OUT ON editing the above post.

Additional info:

I used the 2nd circular plate (from thick black cutting board) to act as the backing plate behind the exterior aluminum, and the 3rd...
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 06-20-2010, 06:44 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,618
Posted By Astroboy
Additional info: I used the 2nd circular...

Additional info:

I used the 2nd circular plate (from thick black cutting board) to act as the backing plate behind the exterior aluminum, and the 3rd circular plate (from very thin cheap white...
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 06-20-2010, 06:31 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,618
Posted By Astroboy
Somehow, the above water regulator also acts as...

Somehow, the above water regulator also acts as an backflow preventer (1-way check valve) when one is boondocking, pumping from fresh water tank and pressurizing the plumbing from the inside....
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 06-20-2010, 06:20 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,618
Posted By Astroboy
Brass Water Regulator (made by Marshall Gas). It...

Brass Water Regulator (made by Marshall Gas). It reduces to around 40~50 psi.

Amazon.com: Marshall Gas Controls G-9227 Watermate Jr. Water Regulator: Automotive...
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 06-20-2010, 06:11 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,618
Posted By Astroboy
I don't remember what I used, but some sort of...

I don't remember what I used, but some sort of adapters (pics below are INACCURATE but you get the idea), male to female, or female to male. (And I'm out of town right now = not near my trailer)
...
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 06-20-2010, 05:53 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,618
Posted By Astroboy
This is the cast brass water inlet, originally...

This is the cast brass water inlet, originally from marine application (made by Perko). Outside input is regular garden hose thread, inside output is 1/2 inch plumbing thread (male or female, I...
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 06-20-2010, 05:45 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,618
Posted By Astroboy
Oh, don't forget washers, also STAINLESS. 6 used...

Oh, don't forget washers, also STAINLESS. 6 used for peripheral.
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 06-20-2010, 05:33 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,618
Posted By Astroboy
3 machine bolts with countersank oval head are...

3 machine bolts with countersank oval head are used for the middle. 6 machine bolts with pan head are used for peripheral. The 2 pictures (burrowed from the web) below don't have consistent colors...
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 06-20-2010, 05:26 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,618
Posted By Astroboy
I used 9 of these T-nuts (from Lowes); 6 for...

I used 9 of these T-nuts (from Lowes); 6 for peripheral, 3 for the middle.
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 06-20-2010, 05:21 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,618
Posted By Astroboy
I harvested 2 circular plates from a black...

I harvested 2 circular plates from a black cutting board(, only because I didn't know a quick way to find a sturdy plastic plate material).

I chose black, because white would be translucent, and...
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 06-20-2010, 05:16 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,618
Posted By Astroboy
Basically, the base plates consists of cutting...

Basically, the base plates consists of cutting board (from Target or Wallmart), cut with 6-inch hole saw by electrical drill. The middle smaller hole is cut by 1 3/8 (or may have been 1.5?) inch hole...
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 06-20-2010, 05:03 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,618
Posted By Astroboy
So, I made this sometime ago. It's a chromed but...

So, I made this sometime ago. It's a chromed but BRASS cast inlet on sturdy plastic base plates.

At close inspection, it's far from the most beautiful thing. But I can easily unscrew the center...
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 06-20-2010, 04:59 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,618
Posted By Astroboy
My Homemade City Water Inlet

I didn't like this original chromed but PLASTIC inlet (ShurFlo) with PLASTIC regulator.

Mine was busted; it didn't live up to the cold rigor of New England winter despite the constant heat (BTW, I...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 06-20-2010, 10:01 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,365
Posted By Astroboy
I have the same 28'CCD, and I'm familiar with...

I have the same 28'CCD, and I'm familiar with every parts that make up that trailer.

I had a leak (freeze damaged water intake, dripping plastic (?!) regulator) above roadside wheel well. The...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 06-20-2010, 09:54 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,365
Posted By Astroboy
Your subfloor seems to be in pristine...

Your subfloor seems to be in pristine condition--the few stains I see are from the markers?

Is it indeed soft? How soft? If it is low, how low?

I'm guessing the wood is "has always been dry"...
Forum: Full-Timing 06-19-2010, 07:10 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 8,365
Posted By Astroboy
Very pricey option, but how about with 34'...

Very pricey option, but how about with 34' PanAmerica model and put the kids in rear garage? You would need to fab heater and airconditioner for that separate space.
Forum: Airstream "In the News" 04-21-2010, 06:41 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,928
Posted By Astroboy
Hide and Sleep - Slideshows - Dwell...

Hide and Sleep - Slideshows - Dwell (https://www.dwell.com/slideshows/hide-and-sleep.html?slide=1&c=y&paused=true)

here you go...
Forum: Roof Vents, Skylights & Fans 04-13-2010, 05:28 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 8,313
Posted By Astroboy
My OEM one is leaking again, even after having it...

My OEM one is leaking again, even after having it replaced once at JC last fall.

When I called Maxim in Texas, they quoted me, $250 each. Did you called Maxim in Florida?

Perhaps, I got the...
Forum: Our Community 03-09-2010, 03:05 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,640
Posted By Astroboy
Count me in. I've been enjoying my airstream...

Count me in.

I've been enjoying my airstream life (fulltime!) and solving many obstacles and issues for the past few years because of the THOROUGH and VALUABLE information from this forum. I feel...
Forum: 2002 - 2005 International 01-27-2010, 08:46 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,789
Posted By Astroboy
I just measured, and I think it'll fit. -...

I just measured, and I think it'll fit.

- 14" height is still under the bottom of the lobster sink.
- 7.2" depth will probably not interfere with the P-trap. You have about 9" from the front...
Forum: 2007 Safari SE 01-20-2010, 06:25 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,630
Posted By Astroboy
In my case, the door was hanging lower than it's...

In my case, the door was hanging lower than it's supposed to be (= you want to raise the deadbolt).

I simply shimmed by inserting a couple of thin nylon washers from Lowes/Home Depot. You make a...
Forum: Winterizing, Storage, Carports & Covers 01-09-2010, 11:47 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,694
Posted By Astroboy
Thanks for the empirical data points, it's good...

Thanks for the empirical data points, it's good to know as a reference.

How does uninsulated and unheated garage stay above freezing when it's cold outside at 19 degrees?

Do you think this is...
Forum: Washer/Dryer & Dishwashers 01-09-2010, 09:21 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 54,746
Posted By Astroboy
We already have a forced-air furnace. So how...

We already have a forced-air furnace. So how about directing the heated air to dry the clothes? One could route a vent pipe with shutter valves to where you hang your clothes or even a tumbler...
Forum: Airstream "In the News" 01-08-2010, 10:39 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,611
Posted By Astroboy
I just found it on YouTube. YouTube - How...

I just found it on YouTube.

YouTube - How It's Made (Season 12 / Episode 10 / Part 1) (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=esmZ1V-xsd4)
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 01-07-2010, 08:51 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 29,246
Posted By Astroboy
Air temperature + infrared radiation from the...

Air temperature + infrared radiation from the surroundings = the warmth you feel.

Warmth that you feel inside of a house (or an Airstream) have 2 components: Conduction from the warm air, and the...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 01-07-2010, 07:04 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,246
Posted By Astroboy
and more...

and more...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 01-07-2010, 06:49 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,246
Posted By Astroboy
Photos of my damage:

Photos of my damage:
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