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Forum: On The Road... 06-08-2016, 02:29 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,231
Posted By w5wi
Good discussion! However, in the last park I...

Good discussion! However, in the last park I worked in... Amistad NRA, we had two campgrounds that had limited space and the length limit had to be observed. The best thing to do is to scout out...
Forum: Phone, CB & Ham Radio 01-16-2009, 03:52 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 17,383
Posted By w5wi
All good ideas! On my vintage airstreams...

All good ideas!

On my vintage airstreams they both have a radio antenna coming out the street side. It would be easy to replace that antenna with an old 102 inch CB whip cut to 10 meters. ...
Forum: Full-Timing 06-06-2007, 05:39 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 12,700
Posted By w5wi
See my post above... Remember that cell...

See my post above...

Remember that cell phones are nothing more than wireless radios much like CB and ham radios. Their range is dependent on the availability and placement of towers. A...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 04-10-2007, 08:23 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,473
Posted By w5wi
Hmmm, outriggers or training wheels may help...

Hmmm, outriggers or training wheels may help ????????? :D

Happy Trails,

dale
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 04-10-2007, 08:10 AM
Replies: 897
Views: 66,139
Posted By w5wi
Sounds good to us! We're open for either date......

Sounds good to us! We're open for either date... It will be our first rally.

Hopefully, the '76 Caravanner will be finished... Yes, I know, we're never finished... Okay, further along.
...
Forum: Member Introductions 04-10-2007, 07:59 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,054
Posted By w5wi
Welcome! I also tried to view the ad photos...

Welcome!

I also tried to view the ad photos but no luck. If you have them, please post them and please post progress reports as well.

Congrats,

dale
Forum: Off Topic Forum 04-10-2007, 07:54 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,180
Posted By w5wi
Back in the day when I was working, I can't count...

Back in the day when I was working, I can't count the number of times I'd get up, shower and get dressed to then realize it was 2 a.m. Or, how many Saturdays I actually left the house on the way to...
Forum: Fun & Games 04-10-2007, 07:47 AM
Replies: 1,913
Views: 195,578
Posted By w5wi
"Plan for the worst, hope for the best" ...

"Plan for the worst, hope for the best"

dale
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 04-10-2007, 07:42 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,473
Posted By w5wi
Capability is one thing, SAFETY is quite the...

Capability is one thing, SAFETY is quite the other. What tows well in the wide open spaces would quickly become a nightmare in city streets and on congested single lane roads. Changing lanes on a...
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 03-22-2007, 08:03 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,677
Posted By w5wi
Hi, Two sources below that may help. ...

Hi,

Two sources below that may help.
Outwater Plastics Industires (https://www.outwater.com/) Trim Lok - #1 Source for Plastic and Rubber Trims and Seals (https://www.trimlok.com/)

Good...
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 03-22-2007, 08:03 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,677
Posted By w5wi
Hi, Two sources below that may help. ...

Hi,

Two sources below that may help.
Outwater Plastics Industires (https://www.outwater.com/) Trim Lok - #1 Source for Plastic and Rubber Trims and Seals (https://www.trimlok.com/)

Good...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 03-20-2007, 07:53 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,035
Posted By w5wi
Thumbs up Wal-Mart Tires??? You Bet!

Perhaps Walmart has been judged by the incompetence of one group of service department individuals. I purchase all my tires exclusively from them. I buy B.F. Goodrich TA/KO 10 plys for my TV with a...
Forum: Full-Timing 03-18-2007, 09:31 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 12,700
Posted By w5wi
Howdy, My wife and I travel the USA...

Howdy,

My wife and I travel the USA extensively both personal and professionally. We've had Sprint, Verison and now Cingular for the past five years. Hands down Cingular/ATT is the best...
Forum: Member Introductions 03-12-2007, 08:22 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 995
Posted By w5wi
My Duramax has over 60,000 miles on it and it...

My Duramax has over 60,000 miles on it and it didn't even start to be broken in until much beyond 50,000 miles. Diesels don't break in at 500 miles...

Most new vehicles are good to go straight...
Forum: Member Introductions 03-11-2007, 06:02 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,118
Posted By w5wi
Welcome!!! I agree, pictures please! ...

Welcome!!!

I agree, pictures please!

It was 83 in Abilene yesterday, so I agree with the sweating...

dale
Forum: Member Introductions 03-11-2007, 05:52 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 995
Posted By w5wi
Trucks to pull Airstream???????

I pull my Airstreams with my '04 Chev. Crewcab with a 6.6 Duramax and Allison Transmission. The truck pulls the Airstreams beautifully. My mileage is not as good as I'd like it to be tho... I get 14...
Forum: Member Introductions 02-28-2007, 05:26 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,690
Posted By w5wi
Welcome

Howdy Dan,

Welcome to the forum! Lots of great people here with a host of good information!

Enjoy!

dale
Forum: Upholstery, Blinds, Walls & Interior Finishes 02-28-2007, 05:24 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 13,405
Posted By w5wi
Cracks in Plastic

Thanks for the information. I've been fighting cracks for a long time. I posted a request a couple of years ago for information with limited success. I've used fiberglass repair kits with good...
Forum: Trailer Values 02-25-2007, 07:52 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,764
Posted By w5wi
Airstream Purchase--For the Working Man

Unfortunately, they are not getting any cheaper, although bargains can be found...

My thought is to buy what you can afford when you can afford it. Given the current situation, buying an...
Forum: Wheels, Hubs & Bearings 02-24-2007, 06:32 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,210
Posted By w5wi
Another Possible Wheel Source

You might try Colaw's. He has a large selection of vintage Airstreams.

Try this link COLAW RV PARTS & SALVAGE | WE HAVE YOUR PART! (https://www.colawrvsalvage.com/default.asp)

Cheers,

dale
Forum: Floor Finishes 02-24-2007, 06:26 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,385
Posted By w5wi
At the Airstreaming rink, of course!:brows:

At the Airstreaming rink, of course!:brows:
Forum: Trailer Values 02-24-2007, 04:34 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,764
Posted By w5wi
Airstream Prices

A few weeks ago I did a comprehensive search of vintage Airstream prices to justify why my insurance company should repair my '76 Caravanner and not total it. From my research I can state that the...
Forum: General Interior Topics 02-23-2007, 06:41 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,749
Posted By w5wi
Aluminum Corrosion

Folks,

Aluminum corrosion is a very interesting topic. A quick google search "aluminum Corrosion" yeilds interesting results and a lot of variables of its causes. Below are but two of many...
Forum: Member Introductions 02-23-2007, 04:35 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,105
Posted By w5wi
New Old Member

Thanks to all for the nice welcome!:flowers:

We have property in both MO and Texas so we're always going back and forth. We love both places!!!

dale:D
Forum: General Interior Topics 02-23-2007, 04:20 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,749
Posted By w5wi
Mold

Hmmm, I believe the black on the polish rag is oxidation of the aluminum and not mold.

dale
Forum: Member Introductions 02-22-2007, 07:22 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,105
Posted By w5wi
NEW OLD Member

Hello All,

I've been a member for some time, but never posted a big Texas Howdy to my fellow members! So... HOWDY!!!

I bought a SOB almost 40 years ago that I restored and travelled many...
Forum: General Interior Topics 02-22-2007, 06:42 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,749
Posted By w5wi
Mold

In reviewing the posts in this thread I thought I might provide some additional information on removing mold/mildew. Moisture is indeed the key ingrediant in mold formation. A mixture of moisture...
Forum: Leaks - Weatherstrips, Gaskets, Caulks & Sealants 02-22-2007, 06:17 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 4,550
Posted By w5wi
Roof Seal

When I owned SOB's I used mobile home roof sealer. It's flexible, applies easy and seals over old materials. I recommend getting the white color.

It is available at Home Depot, Lowe's, Walmart...
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 02-16-2007, 09:30 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,677
Posted By w5wi
Trim

I've purchased this trim at an automotive upholstry supply store.

Good Luck!

dale
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 02-16-2007, 09:28 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,503
Posted By w5wi
Tambour Door Attachment

You might try looking at the connection point with a flashlight and mirror. I had to remove my cookstove to get at them...:sad:

On my '76 Caravanner mine were attached with sheet metal screws...
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 02-16-2007, 09:21 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,500
Posted By w5wi
Tambour Doors Sticking

My experience has shown that the primary cause of tambour doors failing has been dirty tracks which cause undo strain on the "strips" when attempting to open and close them.

Another alternative...
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 02-14-2007, 08:45 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,500
Posted By w5wi
Tambour Doors

Tambour doors seem to stir up a lot of discussion:brows: I have them in all three of my Airstreams. As I am in the process of restoring them all... :sad: I have mixed emotions on whether to keep or...
Forum: Insurance & Claims 02-14-2007, 07:56 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,548
Posted By w5wi
Airstream Insurance

I have my three Airstreams insured with USAA on my auto policy. My 25' Caravanner was damaged during the January ice storm when a tree limb crashed into the rear shell. Damage was estimated at 5k....
Forum: Trailer Values 01-24-2007, 06:00 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 148,382
Posted By w5wi
Trailer Values

All,

I've been a forum member for a while, I usually just read the messages and don't often comment.

I need your help. On January 12, here in Missouri we had a major ice storm. The next...
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 12-29-2005, 07:18 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,462
Posted By w5wi
Phil, I've had good luck using the...

Phil,

I've had good luck using the fiberglass repair kits that you can purchase at Home Depot or Lowe's or you can go to an auto parts store and buy the materials themselves.

I am unclear...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 12-29-2005, 06:30 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 36,248
Posted By w5wi
For some reason when I click on the new kid64's...

For some reason when I click on the new kid64's link in the text I go to a "commercial" site that apparently is not linked to you. Please advise.

dale
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 12-27-2005, 08:52 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,937
Posted By w5wi
Carrier V A/C

I bought a Carrier V and installed the interior drain incorporating Andy and Pattersontoo's suggestions. Essentually I drilled a hole below the condensor coil and installed a fitting that I hooked...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 09-08-2005, 07:29 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,607
Posted By w5wi
A couple of thoughts. 1. You might try...

A couple of thoughts.

1. You might try Griffin RV in OKC. He does a lot of Armstrong repairs. He has a website. https://www.griffithrvservice.com/

2. You may also want to go to this website...
Forum: Doors & Locks 08-17-2005, 08:02 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,472
Posted By w5wi
I was checking keys and locks on my 1977 31'...

I was checking keys and locks on my 1977 31' Sovereign and didn't have all the keys. I took the key ring from my 1976 25' Caravanner and found that the keys for the storage boxes and water door all...
Forum: General Interior Topics 07-20-2003, 08:13 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 2,015
Posted By w5wi
Rear Bath Upper Wall Cracking

:( Hello, I'm an old RV'er and have owned my '76 International with rear bath for several years. I've intermittently worked on restoring it due to job transfer. I'm now started back on the...
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