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Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 10-22-2014, 12:02 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 888
Posted By Archersfin
Thanks so much for all the suggestions. After...

Thanks so much for all the suggestions. After reading a bit on this forum I decided to put it back in and plug it into my home outlet. Seems that if you are camping and the voltage goes low you will...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 10-20-2014, 04:04 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 888
Posted By Archersfin
Yes I checked Grainger, and Coburns Hvac supplies...

Yes I checked Grainger, and Coburns Hvac supplies no luck. Also went to 3 RV centers without any luck either. Surely there is one somewhere.
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 10-20-2014, 11:18 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 888
Posted By Archersfin
Capacitor Help

I am having trouble finding this capacitor
Any suggestions appreciated. No room to install two separate capacitors. It is a Carrier AirV HC unit 2006 yr.
Help
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 10-20-2013, 04:04 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,139
Posted By Archersfin
Aage, Yes it is clicking all the time when...

Aage,

Yes it is clicking all the time when the burner is burning. It is an audiable tick as the spark jumps the gap.
You were right in your first reply, I found the sequence of operation and...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 10-19-2013, 10:10 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,139
Posted By Archersfin
AAGE, Have you got down very close to the...

AAGE,

Have you got down very close to the heater and listened to see if you can hear the igniter still ticking? It is not very loud.
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 10-19-2013, 10:07 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,139
Posted By Archersfin
The electrode is in the flame. You can look thru...

The electrode is in the flame. You can look thru the inspection window and see that it is Red HOT. I can't see the spark after the flames light but I can hear the ticking sound like it is sparking...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 10-19-2013, 05:04 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,139
Posted By Archersfin
Electronic starter for Heater

OK after pulling my NT-30 and bench testing it along with cleaning out all the old dirt dobber nests I fired it up on the bench and noticed that when the burner lights the igniter continues to spark...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 10-22-2012, 06:18 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,576
Posted By Archersfin
the source I got mine from was on ebay,...

the source I got mine from was on ebay, Closertowholesale.com is their address
5 Red and 4 Amber were 71.91 free shipping
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 10-22-2012, 11:03 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,576
Posted By Archersfin
last post for LED retrofit

Do the HOT wire the same way as Ground. Seems there was plenty on mine ( I had to push some back into the trailer after soldering).
This picture shows everything tucked away ready to mount with...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 10-22-2012, 10:58 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,576
Posted By Archersfin
Continued Led retrofit

This is after the plugs have been cut away. Not much wire left on the ground wire but enough.
Wires have been stripped for soldering. ...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 10-21-2012, 02:27 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,576
Posted By Archersfin
Clearance LED retrofit

I have noticed there are many Airstreamers that are asking the same question.
When New LED Marker lights are purchased, the back of the light is flush with the edge. There are either one hot wire...
Forum: WBCCI Rallies & Events 02-19-2011, 12:40 PM
Replies: 533
Views: 55,979
Posted By Archersfin
Any problem parking a 34' AS? The wife and I...

Any problem parking a 34' AS? The wife and I would love to come with the GK's. Hope the diesel comes down before time to leave or I might have to take out a mortgage on the house just for fuel.....:)
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 11-10-2010, 08:49 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 17,149
Posted By Archersfin
Did you get on top yet to see if they did a good...

Did you get on top yet to see if they did a good job up there? Around all the vents and opening and hardware on top?
Just curious
This is good information for us old coots that don't like to climb...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 10-23-2010, 07:18 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 11,751
Posted By Archersfin
an easier fix is to wrap it in tinfoil. You don't...

an easier fix is to wrap it in tinfoil. You don't have to cut a penny that way. :) I did my hatch latch and it worked very well. Cheaper than replacing the assembly. Just use some needle nose pliers...
Forum: Forum Admin, News and Member Account Info 10-17-2010, 04:01 PM
Replies: 1,479
Views: 547,856
Posted By Archersfin
Got mine a couple days ago, Thanks

Got mine a couple days ago,
Thanks
Forum: Tow Vehicles 09-27-2010, 07:27 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 11,751
Posted By Archersfin
I also put new ones on my AS. Spent $3000 with...

I also put new ones on my AS. Spent $3000 with shipping :)
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 09-26-2010, 08:09 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 9,606
Posted By Archersfin
Finally got my Dewalt back yesterday. I think it...

Finally got my Dewalt back yesterday. I think it is fixed properly this time. I will know for sure when I get back to the AS. The weather is getting cooler so I should be able to spend a little more...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 09-24-2010, 07:57 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 11,751
Posted By Archersfin
I have a 2000 Excursion 4x with diesel. Other...

I have a 2000 Excursion 4x with diesel. Other than the front wheel bearings being replaced at 165000 mi no problems at all. I did buy it new and have taken care of it. It now has a little over 178000...
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 09-19-2010, 06:55 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 9,606
Posted By Archersfin
You must have bought a good one. I have had...

You must have bought a good one. I have had nothing but trouble with mine. After about 60hrs of use cleaning it daily it started hunting for rpm. Sent it to the Service shop for two weeks. Got it...
Forum: Member Introductions 09-06-2010, 09:50 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,695
Posted By Archersfin
Just add ".com" to the end of the link and it...

Just add ".com" to the end of the link and it will work fine.
Forum: On The Road... 08-27-2010, 05:34 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,184
Posted By Archersfin
Gene, Thanks for the heads up.

Gene,
Thanks for the heads up.
Forum: On The Road... 08-25-2010, 09:45 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,184
Posted By Archersfin
Thanks for all the response. I didn't expect this...

Thanks for all the response. I didn't expect this much information.
Vernon and Sarah. Your trip is amazing. I am watching and following your route. Keep on posting your trip. Yellowstone is one of...
Forum: On The Road... 08-23-2010, 07:39 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,184
Posted By Archersfin
We are very new to this kind of camping. I want...

We are very new to this kind of camping. I want to see it all and know there is not enough time. I have more years behind me than I do ahead of me. :) My wife wants to go West and I want to go to...
Forum: On The Road... 08-22-2010, 03:15 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,184
Posted By Archersfin
I love the plan as little as you can get away...

I love the plan as little as you can get away with. I am going to be pulling a 34' and that does give me some concern. I understand a lot of the National Forest areas can not handle this large a...
Forum: On The Road... 08-20-2010, 09:11 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,184
Posted By Archersfin
I am so glad to hear that the majority do not...

I am so glad to hear that the majority do not plan a detailed vacation. I also like to just go in the general direction of my destination and maybe change routes along the way.

Hibby: I do like...
Forum: On The Road... 08-19-2010, 06:39 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,184
Posted By Archersfin
Planning your route.

I have been working on the Airstream for the last 8 months getting it ready for an extended vacation next year. My question is do you plan your route out before you leave? Make reservations in...
Forum: Fun & Games 08-17-2010, 07:23 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 5,375
Posted By Archersfin
My grandson called it "The Rivit" not Rivet so it...

My grandson called it "The Rivit" not Rivet so it has a name now. :)
Forum: Doors & Locks 08-16-2010, 03:37 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,928
Posted By Archersfin
How do you get a key made if you have lost the...

How do you get a key made if you have lost the original?
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 08-16-2010, 11:38 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 11,597
Posted By Archersfin
Micro-Poxy MSDS

Here is the MSDS sheet on the Micro-Poxy.
Is there someone that can understand it?
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 08-15-2010, 05:33 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 11,597
Posted By Archersfin
Becky, I used the Caranuba Wax and it seems...

Becky,

I used the Caranuba Wax and it seems to bring the shine down several notches. I put mine on by hand in a test area and wasn't satisfied with the results.
By chance did you put it on by...
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 08-15-2010, 05:31 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 11,597
Posted By Archersfin
MacGuires?

Becky:
Which one did you use? MacGuires has many different polishes and waxes.
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 08-14-2010, 06:44 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 11,597
Posted By Archersfin
2Air....: Judging from the number of posts you...

2Air....: Judging from the number of posts you have you ought to be a looong time member of this site. Please let us know the magic formula you use to keep the water spots reduced on your Airstream....
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 08-13-2010, 07:16 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 11,597
Posted By Archersfin
Here are two products that were listed in the...

Here are two products that were listed in the polishing forum.
MICRO-POXY AIRCRAFT CLEARCOAT from Aircraft Spruce (https://www.aircraftspruce.com/catalog/cspages/micropoxy.php)
Xxponet - Home...
Forum: 1984 -1986 Excella 08-09-2010, 06:41 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,717
Posted By Archersfin
Thanks for the Pics of the latches, they helped a...

Thanks for the Pics of the latches, they helped a lot. Andy at Inland RV has the parts I need and will order them from him.
Forum: 1984 -1986 Excella 08-09-2010, 10:26 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,717
Posted By Archersfin
Screen door catch

Does someone have a picture of the screen door latch in the closed position? Mine is missing and when you want to leave the main door open the screen will not stay closed.
Any help will be...
Forum: Our Community 08-08-2010, 08:23 PM
Replies: 7,910
Views: 1,576,123
Posted By Archersfin
I saw an Airstream on I-59 just south of...

I saw an Airstream on I-59 just south of Livingston, Texas on Saturday. Looked like around late 60's early 70's Land yacht. Not polished but clean and the driver was going 70 mph.
Forum: Awnings 08-08-2010, 08:54 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,321
Posted By Archersfin
Zip Dee Rivets

I am trying to get all the leaks fixed on the Airstream. I found one of the brackets that hold the Street side awning loose. Does anyone know what kind of Rivets these are? Will screws hold if I...
Forum: Roof 08-04-2010, 07:54 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,366
Posted By Archersfin
Home Depot has the Lexan in both clear and smoke...

Home Depot has the Lexan in both clear and smoke color. I am in the process of doing the exact same thing to my 86 Excella 34'
Forum: General Repair Forum 08-02-2010, 04:40 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,195
Posted By Archersfin
Go to any local Auto Parts store and get a Hammer...

Go to any local Auto Parts store and get a Hammer screw driver with assorted tips. I'm sure the Box stores have it also. This is the one you hit with a Hammer. Smack the stubborn screw with a regular...
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 07-31-2010, 07:51 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 11,597
Posted By Archersfin
Good information Becky. Experience is the best...

Good information Becky. Experience is the best teacher. Guess my quest is still on for now.
Thanks for stopping me before I wasted more money.
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 07-31-2010, 02:37 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 11,597
Posted By Archersfin
I talked with Tom at Nuvite and posed this same...

I talked with Tom at Nuvite and posed this same question to him. His response was there is nothing that you can do to prevent water spots on a Polished Airstream, but to use "NU-Finish" in the Orange...
Forum: Forum Admin, News and Member Account Info 07-30-2010, 07:40 PM
Replies: 1,479
Views: 547,856
Posted By Archersfin
Still waiting on my stickers. Maybe soon. This...

Still waiting on my stickers. Maybe soon. This site has been so much help on my TT it is the least I could do.
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 07-30-2010, 07:24 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 11,597
Posted By Archersfin
Look at post #11 in this thread for flour use. ...

Look at post #11 in this thread for flour use. https://www.airforums.com/forums/f441/flour-for-polishing-46132.html
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 07-30-2010, 07:18 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 11,597
Posted By Archersfin
Where would I get the glycerin at? I'm willing to...

Where would I get the glycerin at? I'm willing to try anything at this point
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 07-29-2010, 03:43 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 11,597
Posted By Archersfin
Maybe the rain has a lot of acid in it here in...

Maybe the rain has a lot of acid in it here in Texas. :) None of the products I have tried lasted more than a couple of weeks. I did notice that you are right Becky on the polish job needs to be as...
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 07-28-2010, 06:04 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,361
Posted By Archersfin
I did have a few scratches on mine that came out...

I did have a few scratches on mine that came out pretty easy. Just get a medium compound and work at it at 90 deg to the scratch and you will see it gradually go away. I used a buffing wheel and...
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 07-25-2010, 06:06 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 11,597
Posted By Archersfin
Alodine 1001

Here is the Tech Spec for the Product Alodine 1001. It sounds like an etching process prior to painting. Please read the area on Polished Aluminum. Plainly states to paint soon after preping to...
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 07-25-2010, 01:02 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 11,597
Posted By Archersfin
I tried the Rain-X and that did not work at all...

I tried the Rain-X and that did not work at all for very long. I put it on a test section one week ago and water spots already. As a matter of fact the water spots seem harder to remove then just...
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 07-25-2010, 12:30 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,361
Posted By Archersfin
I don't believe the scrapes are 1/16" deep since...

I don't believe the scrapes are 1/16" deep since the material is only .040" thick. That would make it a cut and not a scrape. As far as removing them there are posts on here where people have just...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 07-11-2010, 07:50 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,056
Posted By Archersfin
dcasr:... I had the same problem in removing the...

dcasr:... I had the same problem in removing the lower skins. You will find some rivets behind the skins where they overlap. There are only a few. I also had to remove the window trim to get the...
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