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Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 08-18-2005, 11:32 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,011
Posted By Charcigar
Me too....

...and the rig is all polished complete with new polished Worthington's!I'll be hooking up and heading down by noon!

So glad the forecast looks fantastic....don't want any spotting on the fresh...
Forum: The Pet Forum 08-13-2005, 05:25 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,634
Posted By Charcigar
Itowair...I agree with you completely.One of the...

Itowair...I agree with you completely.One of the main reasons we got into trailering was to be ablt to teka eour dogs with us and if a campground doesn't take dogs,well then,I'm also happy to take my...
Forum: Clearcoat, Exterior Paint & Trim 08-13-2005, 05:14 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 8,742
Posted By Charcigar
GT..thanks so much.All these replies are really...

GT..thanks so much.All these replies are really helping me to do this correctly the first time.

One question for ya....when you mention the "far left" lettering also being blue....are you...
Forum: Clearcoat, Exterior Paint & Trim 08-13-2005, 08:07 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 8,742
Posted By Charcigar
Thanks for checking John.....do your believe your...

Thanks for checking John.....do your believe your nameplate's condition to be original,or has someone painted it since '66?'Cus if's it's original,then that confirms the recessed letters were indeed...
Forum: Clearcoat, Exterior Paint & Trim 08-13-2005, 07:42 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 8,742
Posted By Charcigar
Thanks SO much GT!That's EXACTLY the info I was...

Thanks SO much GT!That's EXACTLY the info I was looking for.I knew there was some white on there somewhere.Is the photo of the one you took original,or has it been touched up at some point?

Do...
Forum: Clearcoat, Exterior Paint & Trim 08-12-2005, 08:10 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 8,742
Posted By Charcigar
Thanks for looking into this for me Big Ed.I read...

Thanks for looking into this for me Big Ed.I read through the other post you mentioned....if all else fails,I will go ahead and paint according to that color scheme.

My Safari does not have the...
Forum: On The Road... 08-12-2005, 07:59 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,521
Posted By Charcigar
Thanks for the info....I live in Coquitlam and...

Thanks for the info....I live in Coquitlam and have seen what looked to be a nice campground while on the Lougheed highway looking across the Fraser.Been meaning to investigate it for a while...
Forum: Clearcoat, Exterior Paint & Trim 08-11-2005, 07:37 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 8,742
Posted By Charcigar
Thanks for the photo...that's very helpful. ...

Thanks for the photo...that's very helpful.

I understand that Rustoleum Royal Blue is the paint color of choice for the "Airstream Blue" shade......I just could have sworn that the there was also...
Forum: Clearcoat, Exterior Paint & Trim 08-10-2005, 06:41 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 8,742
Posted By Charcigar
Just bumping this up....only have a couple more...

Just bumping this up....only have a couple more days to get this part painted properly(trying to get it done before an upcoming Rally!)....can anyone tell me what the original color scheme...
Forum: Clearcoat, Exterior Paint & Trim 08-09-2005, 08:18 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 8,742
Posted By Charcigar
I do not have my camera where I am working on my...

I do not have my camera where I am working on my trailer so cannot take a photo but have found this image:

https://www.vintagetrailering.com/airstream%20caravel%20nameplate.htm

...this is the...
Forum: Clearcoat, Exterior Paint & Trim 08-08-2005, 07:55 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 8,742
Posted By Charcigar
How to restore the model nameplate?

I have wanted to do this for some time now and recall reading a couple of years ago,how someone managed to re-paint their model nameplate.For the life of me,I can't seem to find it.

I am not...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 08-06-2005, 06:51 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,011
Posted By Charcigar
Look forward to seeing everyone there....and...

Look forward to seeing everyone there....and Mel...we have the same trailer year and model,so especially looking forward to yours,as I have never seen another '67 Safari in person!

Charlotte
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 07-26-2005, 07:43 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,011
Posted By Charcigar
Mount Baker Rally?

...anyone going to the Mount Baker Vintage Trailer Rally August 18-22,in Washington?

We attended three years ago and although it was small gathering,we had a blast.It has since grown and I was...
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 07-26-2005, 07:36 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,818
Posted By Charcigar
Polishing the Worthington Tanks?

I have ordered 2 x 30lb tanks to replace my silver painted ones.Plan is to polish them up.I have polished my trailer with the Cyclo and Nuvite polishes,so am very familiar with that method.

Just...
Forum: Awnings 07-26-2005, 07:32 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 8,813
Posted By Charcigar
Zip-Dee Blue and White ....which reminds...

Zip-Dee Blue and White


....which reminds me...for those of you wondering what to use to clean your Zip-Dee's.I called the company to order some of their cleaning product..."Washout"...the gal on...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 07-26-2005, 06:57 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 9,651
Posted By Charcigar
Thanks Shari!! It has been a long...

Thanks Shari!!

It has been a long time.Sadly,I only think to check in here when it's Airstream Polish time or Airstream Repair time!!Right now,it's Airstream Polish time!!Just ordered 2...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 07-25-2005, 07:26 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 9,651
Posted By Charcigar
I'm one of those into overkill when it comes to...

I'm one of those into overkill when it comes to safety.

Spent the first 6 months towing our '67 Safari(22')with a regular type of equalizer hitch.Hated the white knuckling that would happen when...
Forum: Doors & Locks 06-07-2004, 10:13 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,089
Posted By Charcigar
Just bumping this post in hopes of a reply....I...

Just bumping this post in hopes of a reply....I have yet to get it fixed!
Forum: Our Community 02-05-2003, 03:16 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,244
Posted By Charcigar
Yes I did.Unfortunately,they are not familiar...

Yes I did.Unfortunately,they are not familiar with the frame seperation issue.I think I have resigned myself to taking it to my local Airstream dealer for that specific repair after all.

Thanks...
Forum: Our Community 02-04-2003, 09:01 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,244
Posted By Charcigar
Paul K.....a friendly word of warning,the...

Paul K.....a friendly word of warning,the Dominican Republic is just about the WORST place in the Caribbean to buy Cubans.99% of the supposed Cuban cigars sold there are total FAKES.There used to a...
Forum: Our Community 01-29-2003, 07:53 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,244
Posted By Charcigar
Thanks for that link.I will call them later today...

Thanks for that link.I will call them later today to discuss my needs.They would be less than a 2 hour drive from here.Have you used them yourself?If so,would you recommend their work?I would just...
Forum: Our Community 01-28-2003, 02:38 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,244
Posted By Charcigar
Washington state vintage A/S repair shop??

I am need of a couple last major repair/install things.None of them are urgently pressing,but I would like to take care of them before Spring is in full bloom.There is a local Airstream dealer about...
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 01-24-2003, 10:14 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 14,143
Posted By Charcigar
I spent almost a full week just getting the nasty...

I spent almost a full week just getting the nasty clearcoat off my trailer.I then began polishing in April of 2002 and completed it in early August 2002.I worked on it pretty much whenever weather...
Forum: Roof Vents, Skylights & Fans 01-20-2003, 12:10 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 10,056
Posted By Charcigar
Fantastic Fan or Air Conditioning???

We use our '67 Safari quite a bit,and last year found there were some days when some sort of air conditioning would have been nice.Not so much for us,but also because we sometimes have to leave our 2...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 01-12-2003, 06:56 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 22,352
Posted By Charcigar
The endangered cork story seems to be little more...

The endangered cork story seems to be little more than some very clever propaganda.Here is just one link that explains it(there is a lot more info about this topic on the net for those that desire...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 01-11-2003, 06:31 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 22,352
Posted By Charcigar
Regarding cork durablility....I know someone that...

Regarding cork durablility....I know someone that has had it in their kitchen for a decade.They have kids and two big dogs.It has held up beautifully!
Forum: 1965 - 1969 Overlander 09-21-2002, 06:30 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,312
Posted By Charcigar
Shari, I think you'll be quite pleased with...

Shari,

I think you'll be quite pleased with how the Yukon handles your Globetrotter.We used to have a Jeep Cherokee as well,but once we brought home our '67 Safari,we knew the Jeep had to go(the...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 09-10-2002, 08:20 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 22,352
Posted By Charcigar
Bingo! It works.

Bingo! It works.
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 09-09-2002, 11:51 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 22,352
Posted By Charcigar
Hmmmmmmm.....not sure what is going on.That link...

Hmmmmmmm.....not sure what is going on.That link worked about two weeks ago.

Their toll free number is still working.

1-888-321-CORK(2675)

or

1-250-491-3991
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 09-09-2002, 08:18 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 22,352
Posted By Charcigar
To answer some of the recent questions on this...

To answer some of the recent questions on this thread:

Rob-No,I di dnot build the bench seating/sleeping areas.Those are original.I just refinished them.

Ken and others who enquired as to the...
Forum: Leaks - Weatherstrips, Gaskets, Caulks & Sealants 08-29-2002, 02:52 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,324
Posted By Charcigar
The product is called "Sikaflex 227".It comes in...

The product is called "Sikaflex 227".It comes in a few colors.....clearly the "aluminum grey" being the one for us Airstreamers to use.

I purchased mine from:
...
Forum: Leaks - Weatherstrips, Gaskets, Caulks & Sealants 08-29-2002, 08:23 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,324
Posted By Charcigar
I used Sikaflex for areas on my trailer above my...

I used Sikaflex for areas on my trailer above my windows....i.e. rooftop vents;pipe vents etc.It's a lot thicker and stickier to use than Vulkem but I have been told it holds up for ages.I would not...
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 08-28-2002, 04:55 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 10,371
Posted By Charcigar
I am finding this thread to be most...

I am finding this thread to be most intertesting.I never tried the Rolite product as I had read several comments from folks who had tried BOTH Nuvite and Rolite.It seemed unanimous that the Nuvite...
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 08-28-2002, 08:49 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 10,371
Posted By Charcigar
I have almost completed my '67 Safari using the...

I have almost completed my '67 Safari using the Nuvite products,a compounder and the Cyclo.Quite satisfied with the results.
Forum: Our Community 08-20-2002, 07:13 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,781
Posted By Charcigar
Thanks for the heads up...I just ordered mine!

Thanks for the heads up...I just ordered mine!
Forum: On The Road... 08-01-2002, 08:02 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,978
Posted By Charcigar
Yes,I am currently using an equalizing hitch,but...

Yes,I am currently using an equalizing hitch,but no sway control.

I keep wavering back and forth on the Hensley.Did some research on the "Equal-izer"brand hitch though,and that one looks quite...
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 07-30-2002, 08:42 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,232
Posted By Charcigar
Thanks for the qucik replies...a couple...

Thanks for the qucik replies...a couple questions:

1)Will using something acidic such as vinegar and water cause any permanent discoloring of the aluminum skin?I am curious to try this out and...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 07-30-2002, 08:34 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 22,352
Posted By Charcigar
Jeanarlene, A lino roller is just one of...

Jeanarlene,

A lino roller is just one of those super heavy rollers used to roll out lino after it has been applied.They can be rented at any Home Depot.This step helps to press the cork tiles...
Forum: Windows & Screens 07-29-2002, 09:14 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,449
Posted By Charcigar
Broken Window Installation

The window to the right of the entry door was the only one not original when I purchased my '67 Safari.It had been broken some time in the past and replaced with Plexiglass.One week ago,it broke in...
Forum: On The Road... 07-29-2002, 08:51 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,978
Posted By Charcigar
Is a Hensley overkill for a 22' trailer?

I currently pull our '67 Safari(22 footer)with a Yukon Denali and a basic sort of hitch set-up(no anti-sway bar though).

So far,knock on wood,no troubles.Have felt the wind gusts from the odd...
Forum: Wheels, Hubs & Bearings 07-29-2002, 08:24 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,759
Posted By Charcigar
Mags Or New Rims??

For some reason my trailer has two different tire rims.I just noticed this the other day as I tried to attach some hubcaps and found that one would not attach at all.

I recently replaced the...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 07-29-2002, 07:25 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 22,352
Posted By Charcigar
Brian, The nature of the cork's surface...

Brian,

The nature of the cork's surface will totally depend on what type of cork you buy.The company I purchased mine from had at least 10 different types of cork...some with smoother surfaces...
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 07-29-2002, 07:06 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,232
Posted By Charcigar
Darned water spots!

I have been polishing my Airstream for several months now.I do not have covered storage for it quite yet so it is exposed to the elements parked on my parents farm.Living on the West Coast,we get our...
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 07-29-2002, 06:51 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,242
Posted By Charcigar
Polishing since April 1,2002!

The never-ending project!!I must have well over 250 hours into the job now.Had to take several extended breaks due to my lower back acting up and some weather delays.....but the end is FINALLY in...
Forum: Doors & Locks 07-29-2002, 06:37 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,089
Posted By Charcigar
Broken Travel Lock

We had some trouble recently with the travel lock on our '67 Safari.This is the bolt that is directly below the door handle.It has a knob that one turns from the outside when traveling.The knob...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 07-29-2002, 06:19 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 22,352
Posted By Charcigar
Sorry for taking so long to reply to the cork...

Sorry for taking so long to reply to the cork floor questions.Spending far too much time lately working the exterior polishing!

I elected to use the unfinished cork,which requires me to apply...
Forum: Clearcoat, Exterior Paint & Trim 04-13-2002, 05:58 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,434
Posted By Charcigar
Jim...did you paint the inside of the rear...

Jim...did you paint the inside of the rear storage compartment or just the exterior?

Did you use a UV protective topcoat as well?

I will be getting to this project(bumper,steps and...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 04-09-2002, 04:30 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 22,352
Posted By Charcigar
Trying again to attach picture...if this does not...

Trying again to attach picture...if this does not work,I give up!https://www.printroom.com/_vti_bin/ViewImage.dll?userid=charcigar&album_id=59730&image_id=6&courtesy=1
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 04-09-2002, 04:29 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 22,352
Posted By Charcigar
Cork floor

I recently laid some cork flooring down in my '67 Safari.I had never done any sort of flooring work before,so was pleasantly surprised at just how easy it was.

While cork was not,by any stretch...
Forum: Tires 04-02-2002, 09:28 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,839
Posted By Charcigar
What tires to replace with?

I need to replace the tires on my '67 Safari soon,but am at a loss as to what tire to use.I also only have one of the original(at least I think it's original)hubcaps...so would like to put new ones...
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