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Forum: Audio, Video & TV 03-24-2011, 07:57 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 19,598
Posted By Ronald D
I bought a 12" Panasonic 120/12 volt for our Pace...

I bought a 12" Panasonic 120/12 volt for our Pace Arrow in 1992. It still works so well I can't replace it.
Forum: 1965 - 1969 Overlander 09-05-2010, 04:48 PM
Replies: 365
Views: 43,978
Posted By Ronald D
Alan, I have a lock like that on my '65. ...

Alan,

I have a lock like that on my '65. Local locksmith cannot find key blanks for it. Does anyone out there have key blanks?
Forum: Windows & Screens 07-15-2010, 05:55 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,355
Posted By Ronald D
The proper seals and gaskets for the window are...

The proper seals and gaskets for the window are available from Vintage Trailer Supply. Using anything but the correct gasket to hold the window in place could compromise the window in the future. ...
Forum: Windows & Screens 07-14-2010, 06:06 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,355
Posted By Ronald D
I broke the same window last week, it was just...

I broke the same window last week, it was just regular glass. I replaced it with tempered glass. We're both lucky no one was cut badly.

Ron
Forum: Member Introductions 06-18-2010, 07:55 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,895
Posted By Ronald D
Nice find. I used to live in Chester and passed...

Nice find. I used to live in Chester and passed through Hubbards many times. A nice place to live. Not many Maritimers here so it's fun to hear from another. We will be traveling through Nova...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 12-27-2009, 10:06 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,003
Posted By Ronald D
Jammer, I believe that you have it just right. ...

Jammer, I believe that you have it just right. The only reason I got in on this thread was because of Rich the Viking post #4 when he said to NOT GROUND THE CHASSIS.

John, you are also right,...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 12-26-2009, 07:45 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,003
Posted By Ronald D
Rich the Viking, For your edification the...

Rich the Viking,

For your edification the ground wire does NOT carry current back to its source, the white wire does. The ground wire carries fault (short circuit) current back to the...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 12-26-2009, 07:14 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,003
Posted By Ronald D
Rich the Viking and John, I have read...

Rich the Viking and John,

I have read 551-20 of NEC. It states that the converter enclosure shall be bonded to the chassis with at least a #8 copper conductor. It also states that the converter...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 12-24-2009, 06:41 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,003
Posted By Ronald D
Andy, I've been a master electrician since...

Andy,

I've been a master electrician since 1971, I didn't mean or try to confuse anyone. I am the one confused as I have never wired a trailer with 12 volt and 110 volt power. Rich the Viking...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 12-24-2009, 03:39 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,003
Posted By Ronald D
Viking, I'm getting ready to re-wire my '65...

Viking,

I'm getting ready to re-wire my '65 Overlander and am trying to follow everyones direction here on the forums as I know nothing about wiring trailers. My question is; if the 110 volt...
Forum: General Repair Forum 12-13-2009, 06:03 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 24,078
Posted By Ronald D
I bought a shower pan for a '74 from Colaws, over...

I bought a shower pan for a '74 from Colaws, over the phone. Got it 5 days later. There was a little dirt on it but was in almost new condition. The packaging was unbelievable, enough 2x4's to...
Forum: Windows & Screens 12-07-2009, 05:55 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,112
Posted By Ronald D
Sorry about that, I bought several things from...

Sorry about that, I bought several things from Nate Stephens and confused the years of different things. The windows were from a '64. He may still have some window parts. When I was looking the...
Forum: Windows & Screens 12-07-2009, 06:04 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,112
Posted By Ronald D
Jenn and Russ, I needed window frames also...

Jenn and Russ,

I needed window frames also and couldn't find any '65 pieces. I bought some larger window frames from N.D. Stephens here on the forums, cut them down to the size I needed and had...
Forum: Member Introductions 12-07-2009, 05:53 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 887
Posted By Ronald D
Jenn and Russ, It's good to have another...

Jenn and Russ,

It's good to have another '65 Overlander reporting here. Mine was in about the same shape you describe when I got it last May. Biggest problem was leaks, windows, (gaskets and...
Forum: Our Community 08-02-2009, 09:43 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,494
Posted By Ronald D
Mr. McClure, I did say that, I didn't...

Mr. McClure,

I did say that, I didn't remember and did not re-read my first posting. I apologize for saying I never said that. My memory is just not what it used to be.

RDC
Forum: Our Community 08-02-2009, 05:58 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,494
Posted By Ronald D
Mr. McClure, Never referred to anyone as...

Mr. McClure,

Never referred to anyone as "unbelievable snob(s)".

I was not aware that the airforums was "a place that mudslinging passes for balanced discussion and reasoned criticism". I...
Forum: Our Community 08-01-2009, 06:24 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,494
Posted By Ronald D
Mr. McClure, Your first rule of camping is...

Mr. McClure,

Your first rule of camping is one of the first rules of common courtesy. The caravan rolled in here around 2 in the afternoon. I went to visit at 2:30 the FOLLOWING afternoon. As...
Forum: Our Community 07-31-2009, 05:34 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,494
Posted By Ronald D
The trailers all had bright red numbers, front...

The trailers all had bright red numbers, front and back. On some of them old removed numbers could be seen under the new red. One of them told me that they each carry a book that lists all members....
Forum: Our Community 07-30-2009, 06:16 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,494
Posted By Ronald D
Airstream sightings on Campobello Island

I saw some Airstreams coming onto the island yesterday as I was going off the island. (there is a bridge) I went to the campground this evening to introduce myself and to possibly gain some...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 07-02-2009, 05:23 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,350
Posted By Ronald D
Mechanically and electrically the 4 screws and...

Mechanically and electrically the 4 screws and the box are the same, they are bonded together through the mounting of the four screws. The tandem breaker is not necessary unless you are going to add...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 07-01-2009, 09:20 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,350
Posted By Ronald D
The first picture shows a cap with three wires,...

The first picture shows a cap with three wires, looks like black and two whites. First of all, this should be a cable, three wires covered by a black rubber type insulation. The cable type is...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 06-29-2009, 02:33 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,350
Posted By Ronald D
The distribution box pictured is a 220 volt, two...

The distribution box pictured is a 220 volt, two pole box. The jumper wire between the two lugs is there to distribute 110 volts to both sides of the box. There is no 220 in sight. The tandem 110...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 06-27-2009, 05:16 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,350
Posted By Ronald D
It appears the wire must be attached to one of...

It appears the wire must be attached to one of the lugs that have the jumper between them. One of the lugs must be loose to allow the wire to be free.
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 05-27-2009, 05:20 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 37,602
Posted By Ronald D
If there is 105 volts at the trailer, there must...

If there is 105 volts at the trailer, there must be 105 volts at the house, OR, the cord is too small in size and is too long causing a voltage drop. I am electrical contractor for 30 years and...
Forum: 1965 - 1969 Overlander 05-16-2009, 05:02 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,860
Posted By Ronald D
Need window for over the sink, I realize that you...

Need window for over the sink, I realize that you are probably not going as far as replacing windows but perhaps you know where there is one.

Thanks, Ron
Forum: 1965 - 1969 Overlander 05-16-2009, 04:54 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,205
Posted By Ronald D
Had a few hours today to work on the Overlander,...

Had a few hours today to work on the Overlander, got the black tank out from the top by cutting away some of the rotten floor, it seems to hold water There is a 1/4" plastic tubing coming down from...
Forum: 1965 - 1969 Overlander 05-14-2009, 03:58 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,205
Posted By Ronald D
Enclosed (maybe) are some photos. It seems there...

Enclosed (maybe) are some photos. It seems there needs a lot more work than I originally thought. Still isn't watertight, am waiting for parts from Inland and Vintage Trailer. We live on an island,...
Forum: 1965 - 1969 Overlander 05-03-2009, 03:44 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,205
Posted By Ronald D
Thanks, Kevin and Dave, the more I look around...

Thanks, Kevin and Dave, the more I look around this site and the internet, the more I learn. The trailer is definitely a '65. Brought it home yesterday, it towed very well although we did not go...
Forum: 1965 - 1969 Overlander 04-27-2009, 05:33 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,205
Posted By Ronald D
1969? Overlander

We have been looking for an Airstream for about a year, have been a member here for several months. The information discussed here has been an invaluable tool in our search, as I'm sure it will be...
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