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Forum: Wheel Wells 05-26-2006, 02:57 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,325
Posted By Streamsaver
wheel well replacement.

We had our metal wheel wells replicated at a local metal shop in galvanized steel. Some body that does A/C duct work should be able to do it. We are in the middle of a 4 year shell off restoration...
Forum: Wheel Wells 02-16-2004, 09:17 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,325
Posted By Streamsaver
wheel well damage

I know in our 63 the well is damaged from a tire change gone bad by a PO. The trailer fell off the jack with the tire sitting in the well. Pushed up the well and damaged some belly skin. Don't...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 02-15-2004, 12:45 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,134
Posted By Streamsaver
thanks for the link

coriolis1, thanks.

That happened around Reno NV by the pics. IT shows another old Aluminum trailer floating down a river. Someone mentioned a Airstream house boat. It has been done. There...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 02-15-2004, 12:29 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 9,417
Posted By Streamsaver
Insulation bewtween floor and frame

I noticed the same feature on our 63 Tradewind. It is for two reasons.
one, at the factory the belly insulation is put on from the top before the floor. This speeds construction time.
two, it...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 02-15-2004, 11:46 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,134
Posted By Streamsaver
Natural distaster

That pic reminds me of our trailers during the storm surge from Hurricane Isabel. We live in eastern NC. If the trailers hadn't been parked in the high end of the yard they would have been very...
Forum: Upholstery, Blinds, Walls & Interior Finishes 02-12-2004, 10:08 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,189
Posted By Streamsaver
foam pad

I have tried the 2'' Nasa foam topper pads, they are incredible. worth every penny. About $100 bucks. I don't have that many pennies so I settled for the foam topper from Walmart. It is 1.75''...
Forum: Our Community 02-12-2004, 09:48 AM
Replies: 426
Views: 92,330
Posted By Streamsaver
Airstream Documentary

I would love to make a Documentary on Airstreams. I have the Apple powerbook G4, just need the DVD burner and a video camera. IS any one willing to contribute some equipment to me????:D :D :D ohh...
Forum: Our Community 02-12-2004, 09:31 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,932
Posted By Streamsaver
Young Newbie

Speaking of young!! My girlfriend and I are only 23 and are dreaming of the day one of the the Airstreams gets completed.
I have always been a tent camper since I was young with my family. We love...
Forum: Our Community 02-11-2004, 05:55 PM
Replies: 426
Views: 92,330
Posted By Streamsaver
list

Thanks Cruiser,


IT looks like they covered all the movies on the other thread. I saw a lot of good ones I will have to watch again and play spot the Airstream. That could become a drinking...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 02-11-2004, 05:28 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,102
Posted By Streamsaver
Makita

Here is the model number of the current version of the Makita cordless I use all the time. The Makita web site calls it
"The Worlds' Most Popular Job site Driver-Drill".

6095DWBE - 9.6V 3/8"...
Forum: Our Community 02-11-2004, 10:30 AM
Replies: 426
Views: 92,330
Posted By Streamsaver
movie

I hope the crashing of the Airstream is all special effects. They should have a disclaimer "NO Airstreams were harmed in the making of this movie."
Forum: Fun & Games 02-11-2004, 09:59 AM
Replies: 325
Views: 50,972
Posted By Streamsaver
this is fun!

Drilling out rivets
one day I will be complete
more rivets to drill
Forum: Axles 02-11-2004, 09:45 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,765
Posted By Streamsaver
Dual axle mod

We have a 68 26' Overlander with dual axles. I could provide some measurements and pics if they will help. There would be many advantages to going dual. The obvious is making a tire change easier....
Forum: Our Community 02-11-2004, 09:20 AM
Replies: 426
Views: 92,330
Posted By Streamsaver
Another movie

Does any one know the other movies with Airstreams featured or making cameo apperances?
The only one that comes to minds is Whats eating Gilbert Grape. Great movie, they all live happily ever...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 02-08-2004, 12:41 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,102
Posted By Streamsaver
Drills.

In my line of work I use lots of drills. I install cabinets and make countertops. I think we have 6 drills. Three corded and three cordless. Makita, Dewalt, Craftsman , Soiux, and Milwakee. For...
Forum: Axles 02-03-2004, 04:51 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 9,933
Posted By Streamsaver
New axle, Old trailer

Andy,




We just purchased a complete axle setup for our 63' tradewind from Inland. Will a new axle on a older trailer reduce our worries about vibration? It seems to make sense that newer...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 01-31-2004, 04:03 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,516
Posted By Streamsaver
Aluminum Frame

Thanks Andy and mark.

That is kind of what I thought. Just didn't know for sure. I have looked at aluminum boat trailers and they are always much beefier than thier steel counterparts. How...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 01-31-2004, 10:04 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,516
Posted By Streamsaver
That sounds like what we are doing to our 68. we...

That sounds like what we are doing to our 68. we are stiffening the frame with a 1/8 steel sleeve that will slide into the frame c channel. Then a bigger rear crossmember to bolt the shell to. ...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 01-28-2004, 06:30 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,516
Posted By Streamsaver
Till, you were right about the pic clearing...

Till, you were right about the pic clearing things up. You are missing a substantial amount of stuff. I think the black tank might not be the most important thing to fix right now. If you have...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 01-27-2004, 09:22 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,516
Posted By Streamsaver
tank insulation

Till,

I believe on you year and model the black tank was round, about 2 foot high and would hold about 5 gallons. You would place the open end of the tank/bucket under the hole when parked. ...
Forum: Interior Restoration Forum 01-27-2004, 08:32 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 6,951
Posted By Streamsaver
Bad axle

I agree with toaster about the axle. Our 63 Tradewind has a shot axle. Bad axles cause much more vibration and shock to the trailer. The axle is the suspension system also. This is all explained...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 01-26-2004, 06:44 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,985
Posted By Streamsaver
hot spots

Here is a few hot spot web site.
www.wi-fihotspotlist.com
www.wififreespot.com

You can do a google search for more.

You would be surprised how many hot spots are out there. I even found...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 01-26-2004, 06:13 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,985
Posted By Streamsaver
Internet

I love forums like this. My two passions, Computers and Airstreams. I have played around with sattilite modems before on boats. They work fine for email and smaller size web sites. They loss...
Forum: Interior Restoration Forum 01-23-2004, 08:01 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 6,951
Posted By Streamsaver
Ramp system

What does everyone think about the type of ramp moving trucks have? You could remove the flip down step, and have a ramp slide out from the well. The ramp could be almost 8 feet long. It could...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 01-22-2004, 05:37 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,516
Posted By Streamsaver
It takes a special mind set to be able to...

It takes a special mind set to be able to successfully restore a vintage trailer. Bringing an Airstream to its former glory yourself is worth ten new airstreams. There are very few things that...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 01-21-2004, 05:43 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,516
Posted By Streamsaver
OK here is the picture.

OK here is the picture.
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 01-21-2004, 05:42 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,516
Posted By Streamsaver
tank insulation

Hear is a pic of the foam insulation under my black tank. All of the little bumps are all different lenths. Almost 2" down to nothing at the drain. They match the angles on the bottom of the...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 01-19-2004, 05:10 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,660
Posted By Streamsaver
wahooNC, I have the frame ready to be...

wahooNC,

I have the frame ready to be welded right now and a 20ft peice of c-channel coming.
the whole rear end of the frame needs attention. I plan to maybe box in the frame to add strength to...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 01-19-2004, 05:03 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,660
Posted By Streamsaver
Proper tools

still getting the hang of attachments.
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 01-19-2004, 04:59 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,660
Posted By Streamsaver
Proper tools

The proper tools always help with any project.:)
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 01-19-2004, 04:51 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,660
Posted By Streamsaver
Going up!

THe lifting was done manually. Two people lifting and one to raise the jack stands. Then just drive the trailer out.
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 01-19-2004, 04:46 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,660
Posted By Streamsaver
Going up!

Inside bracing with the shell raised about 3 inches.
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 01-19-2004, 04:41 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,660
Posted By Streamsaver
Here is a pic of my rust/rot problems in the...

Here is a pic of my rust/rot problems in the rear. This is right before we seperated the shell and frame. The wood band is part of the brace we are using to support the shell.
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 01-19-2004, 04:28 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,516
Posted By Streamsaver
this is after the repair with marine grade...

this is after the repair with marine grade plywood and wooden buscuits glued up with west system epoxy.
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 01-19-2004, 04:22 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,516
Posted By Streamsaver
sorry there should have been a picture attached....

sorry there should have been a picture attached. I will try again.
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 01-19-2004, 04:21 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,516
Posted By Streamsaver
Before floor repair. sorry for the blurry pics,...

Before floor repair. sorry for the blurry pics, it's hard to take a good shot under there. everything missing was rotting or soft wood. the hole on the left is where the toilet was.
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 01-19-2004, 03:48 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,660
Posted By Streamsaver
Welding

I am very good with all types of hand tools. I know I could weld. I just don't know the details yet. Would a book tell me enough to do some simple frame welding. Does anyone know any good...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 01-19-2004, 03:21 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,516
Posted By Streamsaver
I am in the middle of the same repair on a 68...

I am in the middle of the same repair on a 68 overlander right now. We replaced part of the floor from the rear wall to the first frame crossmember. Used marine grade plywood and attached it to the...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 01-19-2004, 09:56 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,660
Posted By Streamsaver
I know airframe repair is far beyond what is...

I know airframe repair is far beyond what is offered by my local college. I live in Coastal North Carolina so they do offer welding and boat fabrication/propulsion.
Riveting and working with...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 01-19-2004, 09:05 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,660
Posted By Streamsaver
P.S. Most local Community Colleges offer...

P.S. Most local Community Colleges offer welding courses. Mine offers a course two nights a week and the cost is only $60 bucks. I plan on taking one this semester if I can register late. If you...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 01-19-2004, 08:47 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,660
Posted By Streamsaver
I am doing a shell off restoration on a 63...

I am doing a shell off restoration on a 63 tradewind right now. My local welder who has done work on other projects for me said he can't weld a new peice into the frame with the floor still in...
Forum: Leaks - Weatherstrips, Gaskets, Caulks & Sealants 01-18-2004, 10:06 PM
Replies: 266
Views: 162,197
Posted By Streamsaver
I would like to know more about the Amtex-CCR...

I would like to know more about the Amtex-CCR silicone remover. It sounds like a miracle product that would come in very handy. All the windows on my tradewind have been sealed with silicone by the...
Forum: Leaks - Weatherstrips, Gaskets, Caulks & Sealants 01-18-2004, 03:31 PM
Replies: 266
Views: 162,197
Posted By Streamsaver
If you do a search from the main page for "vulkem...

If you do a search from the main page for "vulkem silicon" you will find several good threads about why not to use silicon sealant on aluminium. Vulkem or Parbond are the way to go.
Forum: Belly Pans & Banana Wraps 01-17-2004, 09:27 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,964
Posted By Streamsaver
Thanks for the response toaster! I have the...

Thanks for the response toaster! I have the original belly pan carefully stored and will use it as a template to make the new pan. I am a novice at metal work but learning very quickly. Just...
Forum: Belly Pans & Banana Wraps 01-17-2004, 07:59 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,964
Posted By Streamsaver
Belly Pan Aluminium

HI Everybody,
I have been reading these forums for a few months and just got up the nerve to post.:)

I am in the middle of a shell off restoration and I am worried about the belly pan. It has to...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 01-17-2004, 07:26 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,761
Posted By Streamsaver
I would definitely want something to seal around...

I would definitely want something to seal around the door. The 63 I am doing a shell off restoration on had a 1ft x 2ft hole rotted through the floor under the battery box. The frame kept the...
Forum: Audio, Video & TV 01-17-2004, 06:40 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 16,970
Posted By Streamsaver
Laptop

HI Everybody,

I am new to the forums, so I am starting with a topic I know very well.

LCD monitors are getting cheaper everyday. For about $300 you can get a 15-17inch LCD computer monitor...
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