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Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 01-24-2021, 11:42 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,527
Posted By Wooden Rivet
Yes, that is what it for. The correct way to do...

Yes, that is what it for. The correct way to do this is leave your grey tank connected to the sewer until black tank is over 1/2 full, then dump black tank, then hook grey hose back up. Best of both...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 07-26-2020, 10:20 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,290
Posted By Wooden Rivet
Testing AC at home

Have used 20 amp circuit several times to power our 13500 btu unit. That is about all it will do though. Unplug convertor and anything else that runs on 110volts. Should be fine. As far as...
Forum: Audio, Video & TV 09-17-2015, 03:49 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,466
Posted By Wooden Rivet
I used an old set of computer speakers we had...

I used an old set of computer speakers we had laying around. Plugged into 110 volt and headphone jack on my tv. Much better than tv speakers.
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 09-13-2015, 03:20 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,302
Posted By Wooden Rivet
Good luck young man.

Good luck young man.
Forum: 1959-69 Tradewind 09-13-2015, 03:11 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,497
Posted By Wooden Rivet
Hardwood panel varies a pretty good bit in...

Hardwood panel varies a pretty good bit in thickness these days. Quite a bit of it is made over seas using metric measurement system, while that made here in the US is inch measurement. The US made...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 08-01-2015, 01:34 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,316
Posted By Wooden Rivet
I recently had to replace our Marinco inlet and...

I recently had to replace our Marinco inlet and cord with new Furrion. Not sure, but the cause may have been ants. Once they are attracted to a spot, they can cause a lot of damage. Just a thought.
Forum: Axles 01-10-2015, 08:20 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,029
Posted By Wooden Rivet
I ordered my second set of axles from Colin Dec...

I ordered my second set of axles from Colin Dec 17. We talked for a while and he told me then how busy he was. He is expanding his physical building by 100% and all the other things that entails....
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 12-24-2014, 12:18 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,609
Posted By Wooden Rivet
Hey Channing, No spike that I know of. The...

Hey Channing,

No spike that I know of. The only other thing was I had to replace the heater thermostat a few weeks ago which is also 12 volt. Coulda been some spike, but battery and converter are...
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 12-23-2014, 04:33 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,609
Posted By Wooden Rivet
Just finished replacing circuit board on our '71...

Just finished replacing circuit board on our '71 Tradewind. Atwood 6 gal electronic ignition and electric. Tested circuit board with continuity tester and all circuits were dead. If board is out,...
Forum: On The Road... 11-09-2014, 07:00 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,040
Posted By Wooden Rivet
You might check out McKinney Falls SP. Stayed...

You might check out McKinney Falls SP. Stayed there several years ago, and it's a very beautiful place. Don't think it's too far from Austin.
Forum: On The Road... 09-21-2014, 01:37 PM
Replies: 306
Views: 36,059
Posted By Wooden Rivet
Best wishes on your adventure. Would have thought...

Best wishes on your adventure. Would have thought Austin area was better than the rest of Texas, but who knows anymore. Will keep up with ya. Stay safe.
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 09-05-2014, 01:21 PM
Replies: 156
Views: 20,242
Posted By Wooden Rivet
Sure am sorry to hear of your troubles Doyle, but...

Sure am sorry to hear of your troubles Doyle, but I love the brain drizzle thing. Hope to see ya at 2 weeks.
Forum: General Repair Forum 04-07-2014, 04:26 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 908
Posted By Wooden Rivet
After checking parts availability or lack...

After checking parts availability or lack thereof, have decided to just go on and install a Fantastic Fan.Will get on it tomorrow. Thanks for looking.

Tom
Forum: General Repair Forum 04-07-2014, 09:38 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 908
Posted By Wooden Rivet
This one has worked correctly for years, but low...

This one has worked correctly for years, but low speed quit the other day.Three position toggle switch. Low-off-high.
Forum: General Repair Forum 04-07-2014, 09:26 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 908
Posted By Wooden Rivet
By the way high speed still works. Tom

By the way high speed still works.
Tom
Forum: General Repair Forum 04-07-2014, 09:25 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 908
Posted By Wooden Rivet
'71 Tradewind vent fan help.Low speed quit.

Front factory ceiling vent low speed quit working.There seems to be a green capacitor of some sort attached to the top of the toggle switch right next to the fan. Anyone have any experience with...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 04-06-2014, 10:58 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 6,605
Posted By Wooden Rivet
Forgot how to do the cut and paste thing. ...

Forgot how to do the cut and paste thing.

Friday T&P will bring:
Cake
Regular Fries

Saturday:
Slaw
Shrimp for gumbo
Appetizer
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 03-22-2014, 10:07 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 6,605
Posted By Wooden Rivet
You bet.

You bet.
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 03-20-2014, 07:00 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 6,605
Posted By Wooden Rivet
It's real hard to beat fried fish. So we have the...

It's real hard to beat fried fish. So we have the equipment and a great cook. Do we chip in on fish, fries, and hush puppies or what?
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 03-12-2014, 05:04 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 6,605
Posted By Wooden Rivet
Wouldn't mind bringing them with us, but trying...

Wouldn't mind bringing them with us, but trying to sleep with them didn't work out too well.They don't make very good house guests.Little on the rude side for my tastes.
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 03-12-2014, 08:02 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 6,605
Posted By Wooden Rivet
Well looks like Tom, Patti, and Raina will be...

Well looks like Tom, Patti, and Raina will be able to make it to the rally assuming we can kill all of the thousands of mosquitoes that hitched a ride home in the Stream. Coming in Friday and out...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 02-18-2014, 03:42 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 6,605
Posted By Wooden Rivet
I just checked and it would be about 3 hours for...

I just checked and it would be about 3 hours for us.

Tom
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 02-18-2014, 09:24 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 6,605
Posted By Wooden Rivet
Just thought I would toss another site out for...

Just thought I would toss another site out for people to think about. Poverty Point Reservoir State Park in Northeastern La. Does anyone have any first hand reports about it? I have not been to the...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 09-11-2013, 07:03 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,245
Posted By Wooden Rivet
Just checked availability and Premium ( loop 1 )...

Just checked availability and Premium ( loop 1 ) sites are full. Improved sites in other loop are 20 amp, but they have plenty. Guess we won't be making it this fall. Have some fun for us.

Tom &...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 06-10-2013, 04:16 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,246
Posted By Wooden Rivet
Thanks all. Casters are coming off of course.

Thanks all. Casters are coming off of course.
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 06-01-2013, 01:09 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,246
Posted By Wooden Rivet
I forgot to mention that the battery box would be...

I forgot to mention that the battery box would be inside the trailer within the credenza that was under the front window, and would be vented to the outside. Also forgot to mention that the PO had...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 06-01-2013, 09:25 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,246
Posted By Wooden Rivet
Main frame rails are 2" x 4" tubing. Definitely...

Main frame rails are 2" x 4" tubing. Definitely not over built, but I think the 3/4" ply box will add a lot to the rigidity or lack of rigidity of the frame. At least I am trying to convince myself...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 05-31-2013, 04:33 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,246
Posted By Wooden Rivet
Beefier frame at front for 3-4 batteries?

Have shell off '56 Overlander and frame looks very puny to support multiple batteries. There is only one short 1.5 " angle iron there. My plan is to build 3/4" ply box w/ventilation and epoxied...
Forum: Our Community 05-21-2013, 08:24 AM
Replies: 650
Views: 153,495
Posted By Wooden Rivet
Well the first thing we did several years ago...

Well the first thing we did several years ago right after we picked up our '56 Overlander whale tail was try to come up with a name. Of course we wanted it to be whale related in some way. The first...
Forum: Commercial Listings 05-13-2013, 06:00 AM
Replies: 278
Views: 45,043
Posted By Wooden Rivet
Vaughan, That Carrier AC was a joke wasn't it?...

Vaughan,
That Carrier AC was a joke wasn't it? I have one in my '71.Mine gives me the added benefit of dripping on the floor if you don't keep the filters spotless, and level the trailer just right....
Forum: Commercial Listings 05-12-2013, 06:34 AM
Replies: 278
Views: 45,043
Posted By Wooden Rivet
Thanks Vaughan

I really appreciate you taking the time to find this for me.Ordered panels this morning.

Tom
Forum: Commercial Listings 05-11-2013, 07:41 AM
Replies: 278
Views: 45,043
Posted By Wooden Rivet
Mach 8 roof footprint

Can anyone please tell me how much roof is covered by the AC fore and aft of the 14" vent hole? Can't find it in any of the literature I have. Need to order solar panels so I need to know.

Thanks...
Forum: Commercial Listings 04-16-2013, 08:04 AM
Replies: 278
Views: 45,043
Posted By Wooden Rivet
Just located a website that might clear up which...

Just located a website that might clear up which #'s to use for ordering.Try AmericanRV.com

Tom
Forum: Commercial Listings 04-16-2013, 07:56 AM
Replies: 278
Views: 45,043
Posted By Wooden Rivet
Thanks a lot Vernon. You saved me a bunch of...

Thanks a lot Vernon. You saved me a bunch of trouble.

Tom
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 03-01-2013, 04:39 PM
Replies: 287
Views: 27,062
Posted By Wooden Rivet
We got reservations today and got on the sign up...

We got reservations today and got on the sign up sheet, but it failed to post our names.Really looking forward to meeting people we missed at Piney Woods Rally last year.Still don't have a site...
Forum: The Rally Zone 02-04-2013, 06:13 PM
Replies: 143
Views: 12,109
Posted By Wooden Rivet
Sooooo, how does the campground know we have...

Sooooo, how does the campground know we have reached our count of 10 to achieve Rally status? Is this done after the fact?

Tom
Forum: The Rally Zone 02-04-2013, 06:09 AM
Replies: 143
Views: 12,109
Posted By Wooden Rivet
Matt, Just wanted to let you know that I did...

Matt,

Just wanted to let you know that I did call and make a reservation.I did not mention that it was for an Airstream Rally though.Didn't want to get anyone too freaked out.

Tom
Forum: The Rally Zone 02-02-2013, 06:13 AM
Replies: 143
Views: 12,109
Posted By Wooden Rivet
I'll be calling later today to make...

I'll be calling later today to make reservations.Wonder what happened to Keith & Jane?Surely they will be coming this year.
Tom of T&P
Forum: The Rally Zone 01-27-2013, 01:20 PM
Replies: 143
Views: 12,109
Posted By Wooden Rivet
Matt, Thanks for the link.Really looking...

Matt,
Thanks for the link.Really looking forward to it.

Tom
Forum: The Rally Zone 01-26-2013, 07:49 PM
Replies: 143
Views: 12,109
Posted By Wooden Rivet
Matt and Jane, Currently takin a break from...

Matt and Jane,
Currently takin a break from jammin.It sure does sound better than it did.Patti's comment was no wonder your deaf.

Where do we sign up?No way we can miss this one.It's nice to be...
Forum: The Rally Zone 01-23-2013, 09:07 AM
Replies: 136
Views: 14,115
Posted By Wooden Rivet
Hey, looks like we have a site reserved.Don't...

Hey, looks like we have a site reserved.Don't know if better half will be able to come, but she might fly down.But I plan on being in the beautiful hill country April 4th.Really looking forward to...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 01-15-2013, 05:08 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,023
Posted By Wooden Rivet
Does no one else have an opening on their tank...

Does no one else have an opening on their tank that is too small for the truck stop nozzles?We tow with '02 Ford 7.3 liter 1 ton van.

Tom
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 01-10-2013, 09:23 AM
Replies: 180
Views: 16,212
Posted By Wooden Rivet
Just to let everyone know that if you have a...

Just to let everyone know that if you have a large breed dog, you might not be allowed to attend this rally.The fact that our dog holds obedience title's made no difference.Really wanted to...
Forum: WBCCI Rallies & Events 01-10-2013, 08:49 AM
Replies: 143
Views: 23,080
Posted By Wooden Rivet
Just talked to the guy @ JB Wells Park and he...

Just talked to the guy @ JB Wells Park and he told me that all the reservations would be handled by you.Guess I'm jumping the gun.Will try to keep an eye on this thread.
Tom
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 01-07-2013, 05:06 PM
Replies: 648
Views: 64,203
Posted By Wooden Rivet
Tom, Patti, and Raina the furr baby thank one and...

Tom, Patti, and Raina the furr baby thank one and all concerned for a wonderful time.Hope to see you again next year.
Forum: On The Road... 12-30-2012, 06:46 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,381
Posted By Wooden Rivet
Matt, Hope you took plenty of pictures for us...

Matt,
Hope you took plenty of pictures for us to see at Canopener.Such a cool trip.Hope everyone has fun.
Tom
Forum: On The Road... 12-27-2012, 07:43 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,381
Posted By Wooden Rivet
Take care Matt and Steph.See yall in a few days. ...

Take care Matt and Steph.See yall in a few days.
T&P
Forum: On The Road... 12-27-2012, 08:41 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,381
Posted By Wooden Rivet
What a great trip.Hope the weather is good to...

What a great trip.Hope the weather is good to you.See you at Canopener.

Tom & Patti
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 12-13-2012, 02:58 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,569
Posted By Wooden Rivet
Glad to bare with you.

Fantastic trailer. I'm wondering why you aren't camping. I think you should keep it as is and use it. Lucky dude.

Tom
Forum: General Interior Topics 12-12-2012, 09:33 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,312
Posted By Wooden Rivet
Thanks everyone for your replies. Apparently...

Thanks everyone for your replies. Apparently there are some people with a very deft touch tracing a pattern with a block. I have used that method several times over the years building cabinets, but I...
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