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Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 04-12-2010, 02:12 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 892
Posted By WcfdPiper
1960 Tradewind 12v help

I am trying to get my 12v interior lights to work without having to get into the walls. All I can find is a blue wire coming out of the wall in the front near where the water pump was. Can I tie my...
Forum: General Interior Topics 04-12-2010, 02:05 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,556
Posted By WcfdPiper
Bench seating and Table help

I have a 1960 Tradewind and I need a table. The Boss (aka the wife) saw an AS with booth style seating with a table in the middle. I hate to do it but she doesn't like the gaucho couch. Does anyone...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 04-12-2010, 01:59 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,323
Posted By WcfdPiper
1960 Tradewind needs brakelight/turn signal wiring help

Hello all,

I have a 1960 Tradewind with a wiring problem. Coming off my tow vehicle (2004 F150) I have a 7 prong connector. It runs about 8 inches then is butt connected into a 24 inch section of...
Forum: Upholstery, Blinds, Walls & Interior Finishes 07-15-2009, 07:44 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,719
Posted By WcfdPiper
Thanks for the info. I'd love to know about...

Thanks for the info. I'd love to know about pricing and how it looks. I am on a budget that is running pretty tight, but I might be able to sneak a little extra funding in for a great product like...
Forum: General Interior Topics 07-14-2009, 07:55 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,301
Posted By WcfdPiper
Walls need help!

I have a 1960 Tradewind and the interior skins need a good cleaning. Actually they are really bad. I tried soap and water and it didn't do much. What can I use? Most stuff I've looked at says no to...
Forum: Floor Finishes 07-13-2009, 08:42 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,840
Posted By WcfdPiper
I'm putting pergo in tomorrow. Yours looks...

I'm putting pergo in tomorrow. Yours looks fantastic!
Forum: Upholstery, Blinds, Walls & Interior Finishes 07-13-2009, 08:38 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,719
Posted By WcfdPiper
I would be really interested in more info. I am...

I would be really interested in more info. I am doing most of the work myself so every little bit of help is appreciated.

Thanks,
Dave
Forum: Upholstery, Blinds, Walls & Interior Finishes 07-07-2009, 10:44 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,719
Posted By WcfdPiper
Upholstery Mystery

I am in the process of redoing a 1960 Tradewind. I have about got the floor done and have begun work on the cabinets and beds. I have no cushions or upholstery of any kind. The front pullout bed is a...
Forum: Upholstery, Blinds, Walls & Interior Finishes 07-05-2009, 06:46 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 924
Posted By WcfdPiper
Upholstery Mystery

I'm in the process of redoing a 1960 Tradewind and I have no idea about the front "bed / couch". It appears the couch pulls out to be a bed, but I have no idea how to do the cushions. Can you buy...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 05-23-2009, 01:59 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,173
Posted By WcfdPiper
Replacing the A/C....Do it yourself or not so much?

I have a 1960 tradewind with the original A/C. It does not work at all and it is getting hot. I am currently doing the floor and working on the cabinetry. Can I install the A/C myself or should it be...
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 05-17-2009, 02:47 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,291
Posted By WcfdPiper
Thanks Gary. I checked out your images. Your AS...

Thanks Gary. I checked out your images. Your AS is a real beauty. I think I'm going to replace the whole system. I just have to make up my mind which way to go!
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 05-16-2009, 07:23 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,291
Posted By WcfdPiper
Brad, I did get your PM and I sent you an email...

Brad, I did get your PM and I sent you an email with some info. I didn't get the floor plan. Thanks for your help!
Dave
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 05-16-2009, 06:49 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,291
Posted By WcfdPiper
Thanks for all the replies and advise. My plan is...

Thanks for all the replies and advise. My plan is to pull out the tank and pump and put in a 20 gallon tank with a 12v pump. I am afraid of what might still be in the tank as nothing has been done...
Forum: General Interior Topics 05-15-2009, 09:17 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,678
Posted By WcfdPiper
I'm doing the same thing. I have a 1960...

I'm doing the same thing. I have a 1960 Tradewind. It obviously had multiple leaks. the first thing I did was re-gasket every opening and fix the roof vents. I am in the process of removing all the...
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 05-15-2009, 09:07 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,291
Posted By WcfdPiper
Here are a few pics of the tank and...

Here are a few pics of the tank and "pump."
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 05-14-2009, 08:01 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,291
Posted By WcfdPiper
Brad, Can you resend the PM. Either I didn't...

Brad,
Can you resend the PM. Either I didn't get it or I'm doing something wrong. Thanks for the advise and help. I'll try posting pics very soon.
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 05-13-2009, 03:40 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,291
Posted By WcfdPiper
Thanks Sugarfoot. I enjoyed "Traveling with...

Thanks Sugarfoot. I enjoyed "Traveling with Elvis".
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 05-13-2009, 03:23 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,291
Posted By WcfdPiper
Thanks Brad. Your before pics look a lot like...

Thanks Brad. Your before pics look a lot like what I'm dealing with now. Was your custom tank expensive? Someone else suggested the PEX as well. I am in the process of replacing the front floor and...
Forum: Floor Finishes 05-08-2009, 01:41 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,374
Posted By WcfdPiper
Question Floor Problems

I have gutted the front of my 1960 Tradewind and found the floor is pretty bad up front. Definitely water damage. The vents and windows are now tight. It looks like the big leak was at the refrig...
Forum: Member Introductions 05-06-2009, 11:01 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,177
Posted By WcfdPiper
We are tied up with my son's baseball until the...

We are tied up with my son's baseball until the middle of June. Are there any other Ohio rallies later in the summer / fall? I really like to check out what a fixed up and functional airstream...
Forum: Leaks - Weatherstrips, Gaskets, Caulks & Sealants 05-05-2009, 03:13 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,450
Posted By WcfdPiper
Theresa, I am in the process of removing the...

Theresa,
I am in the process of removing the cabinets and redoing the floor in the galley and entry way. When I pulled out the fridge, I realized that it is dead. So, I was looking at fridges and I...
Forum: Member Introductions 05-05-2009, 03:09 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,177
Posted By WcfdPiper
Thanks for the advise. The wife does enjoy a...

Thanks for the advise. The wife does enjoy a decorating job! I hope that will do it.
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 05-05-2009, 03:06 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,291
Posted By WcfdPiper
Mark can you send any pictures of your Tradewind?...

Mark can you send any pictures of your Tradewind? I'd like to compare it to the mess I have!
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 05-05-2009, 03:05 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,291
Posted By WcfdPiper
Does it make sense to do the plumbing while the...

Does it make sense to do the plumbing while the floor is out or should I worry about one thing at a time?
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 05-05-2009, 03:04 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,291
Posted By WcfdPiper
So the system is not reliant on air pressure....

So the system is not reliant on air pressure. That makes sense. I'm going to go out and see if a bicycle pump fits it. Wow, lots to learn about!
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 05-05-2009, 03:01 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,291
Posted By WcfdPiper
Is PVC like PEX? Never heard of PEX. Thanks for...

Is PVC like PEX? Never heard of PEX. Thanks for the help.
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 05-05-2009, 01:42 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,291
Posted By WcfdPiper
'60 Tradewind plumbing

I am replacing the floor in the front of my 1960 tradewind. I'm wondering if I should replace the freshwater tank and plumbing while I have the floor out. I haven't tested the tank yet, but it...
Forum: Leaks - Weatherstrips, Gaskets, Caulks & Sealants 05-04-2009, 07:45 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,450
Posted By WcfdPiper
Did you go with an electric only fridge? I have...

Did you go with an electric only fridge? I have the same problem. I was going to just seal it as well. That's after I repair the floor. Why did you decide to go with the electric only? Just curious....
Forum: Member Introductions 05-04-2009, 06:55 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,177
Posted By WcfdPiper
Fairfield is about 15 to 20 minutes North of...

Fairfield is about 15 to 20 minutes North of Cincinnati. It is just south of Hamilton. Nice neighborhoods. I can't make this weekends rally, but I'm working hard to get this monster of a project...
Forum: Member Introductions 05-04-2009, 02:55 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,177
Posted By WcfdPiper
I was wondering how long the fridge lasts on a...

I was wondering how long the fridge lasts on a tank of LP? There is a huge price difference and I have the original LP system. I think I'm going to have to replace at least the regulators and some of...
Forum: Member Introductions 05-04-2009, 02:42 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,177
Posted By WcfdPiper
Thanks. I'll try that. I appreciate the help. ...

Thanks. I'll try that. I appreciate the help.

Dave
Forum: Member Introductions 05-04-2009, 01:09 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,177
Posted By WcfdPiper
Thanks Paula. I think I found my biggest problem...

Thanks Paula. I think I found my biggest problem with the floor. The elements seem to have come in via the refrigerator vent, along with a squirrel. It was not very happy to have me removing his...
Forum: Member Introductions 05-03-2009, 05:28 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,177
Posted By WcfdPiper
Thanks for the info. It does make sense to check...

Thanks for the info. It does make sense to check the gaskets. Any ideas o where I can get some additional info on this beast. I cannot find a user manual anywhere and I was hoping to find out about...
Forum: Member Introductions 05-03-2009, 05:24 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,177
Posted By WcfdPiper
Thanks for the info. Those photos are great and...

Thanks for the info. Those photos are great and will definitely come in handy. Any idea where I can get more info or any info on the layout of the systems? I'm sure the LP needs updated and I don't...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 05-03-2009, 09:01 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,218
Posted By WcfdPiper
1960 Tradewind needs floor work and help!

I have just purchased a 1960 Tradewind for $600 and it has floor damage around door and by the refrig. cabinet. The rest appears to be good. Anybody have any tips or words of advise? Should I just...
Forum: Member Introductions 05-03-2009, 08:52 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,177
Posted By WcfdPiper
New and Need Help!

Hi everyone,

I just purchased an airstream for $600! It needs some work, but it is definitely solid. I think it is a 1960 Tradewind. It has a plaque on the side that says Land Yacht, but no other...
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