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Forum: Airstream Classifieds 07-15-2021, 09:27 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 232
Posted By frjeff
Bright Works Polish

I have the three cans of subject polish for their three step polishing program (Airstreams and Aircraft) - Red/White/ Blue

Sold Airstream, no longer need. Unopened and unused. Paid $75.00
...
Forum: Dollars & Cents 05-04-2021, 12:21 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,355
Posted By frjeff
Transfer of Funds on Out of State Sale?

Selling our AS to an out of state buyer and need to make sure that my selling funds are “good” before releasing Title and AS to buyer.

What method is the safest way to do this for me as the...
Forum: Airstream Classifieds 04-12-2021, 12:06 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 701
Posted By frjeff
1989 Airstream Excella 29 - Michigan

Very nice 1989 29ft Airstream Excella

Rear Twin beds with side bath

Incredible storage: cabinets, drawers, overheads, wardrobe, pantry

Third owner. Tows wonderfully with F150 Ecoboost
...
Forum: General Interior Topics 03-09-2021, 11:22 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 892
Posted By frjeff
Painting vs Re-Sheeting

Had not thought of re-sheeting. Is seems that it’s might be much more difficult than a painting re-do. But, your way makes it utterly new!
Did you have to refinish the metal corner molding in some...
Forum: General Interior Topics 03-09-2021, 08:04 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 892
Posted By frjeff
Shower Restoration Question

I will soon begin refinishing my 1989 Excella 29 shower walls and base pan.I believe I have that well understood from my reading of volumes of tips in this forum.
However, our shower has metal...
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 03-09-2021, 05:33 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 15,791
Posted By frjeff
Metal Corner Moulding??

About to begin the shower re-do in our 1989 Excella 29’

One item I have not seen mentioned (and I have learned a great deal) is what to do with the metal corner moulding in two of our shower walls...
Forum: General Interior Topics 02-21-2021, 08:36 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 406
Posted By frjeff
Shower Restoration Prep Questions

Am getting ready to refinish our 1989 Excella 29 shower walls and pan. Believe I have learned the necessary information (products, etc) from others here.
A couple of questions remain:

Our shower...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 01-16-2021, 07:24 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 986
Posted By frjeff
Did the Trick

Pulled off cabinet access panel and found the furnace metal front panel (which is actually one side of the “plenum” that allows access to the firebox, etc) was loose (one screw missing and other not...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 01-16-2021, 05:31 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 986
Posted By frjeff
Insufficient Furnace Heat

1989 Excella 29:
I believe we have the original furnace in our unit.
Thermostat properly controls the unit; furnace fan comes on, furnace ignites (super hot exhaust from outside vents) and air is...
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 08-14-2019, 11:36 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,148
Posted By frjeff
ABS or Fiberglass??

While we are on the subject of shower painting: my shower has a metal trim piece running up two corners (top to bottom). Sort of an L shape fitted to the corner seams. Can this be painted over after...
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 08-13-2019, 05:41 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,148
Posted By frjeff
ABS or Fiberglass??

Want to paint the shower stall in my 1989 Excella 29.
Have learned that the shower pan may be ABS, not fiberglass and does not so well with certain paints.
How can I tell if my shower sidewalls and...
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 08-01-2019, 05:08 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,095
Posted By frjeff
Cyclo Model 5 Age?

Looking at a pretty nice looking used Cyclo Model 5.

Is there anywhere to determine age with the serial number?
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 07-30-2019, 05:21 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,720
Posted By frjeff
BrightWork Polish vs. Nuvite NuShine II

Preparing to rejuvenate our 89 Excella 29’ exterior.

Will be doing small sections at a time, beginning at the front, rear and side “shoulder” panels.

Anyone have thoughts between the two...
Forum: Exterior Restoration Forum 04-04-2019, 01:28 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,293
Posted By frjeff
Stripping and Polishing My 1989 Excella 29

About to start this project this Spring and have seen posts which indicate that older and newer AS’s have different aluminums and that each must be stripped/polished differently (strippers, polish,...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 03-29-2019, 10:59 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,751
Posted By frjeff
Hensley Stinger Bar leg Protector

Anyone have an idea for covering the stinger bar to protect legs and shins when it is left in the TV receiver??

Foam of some sort?
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 03-19-2019, 06:26 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,977
Posted By frjeff
Hensley Hitch Greaseig

New to my AS and Hensley.
Do I grease both ends of the stinger bar or just the trailer hitch end?
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 02-24-2019, 04:38 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,074
Posted By frjeff
Polisher

Seems that the Cyclo 5 Dual Head Orbital Polisher is the most often mentioned for Airstream polishing. However, I see other single head units for considerably less money.
Can the job be done well...
Forum: Audio, Video & TV 02-17-2019, 04:07 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,216
Posted By frjeff
New OTA TV Antenna

While earlier thinking of an omnidirectional antenna, I have now decided to go with a low profile, non-crank up directional style.
Specifically debating between the Winegard Rayzar z1 and the King...
Forum: Audio, Video & TV 02-04-2019, 01:04 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,982
Posted By frjeff
Sorry, but I have not done this retrofit yet....

Sorry, but I have not done this retrofit yet. Still debating on which unit and the replies here have been next to nil.
I am an amateur radio op so am familiar with the Omni directional drawbacks....
Forum: 1987 - 1989 Excella 01-30-2019, 09:57 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 919
Posted By frjeff
Furnace Vents

Picture is of my 1989 Excella 29’ furnace vents.

My manual shows the two hole vent and I believe the top is air intake and the bottom is exhaust.

However, I have no idea what the single vent...
Forum: Refrigerators 01-12-2019, 06:01 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,174
Posted By frjeff
Norcold Refrigerator/Freezer Question

I have recently begun hearing an intermittent “clicking” sound from the exterior refer door/vent. this seems to only be when the refer is on AC power.
Is this something normal or ought I be...
Forum: Audio, Video & TV 01-10-2019, 11:07 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,982
Posted By frjeff
TV Antenna?

Would like to replace my current directional flat panel fold-down antenna with an omnidirectional type.

Looking for suggestions on which brands/models others have and been pleased with.

My...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 01-03-2019, 05:41 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,130
Posted By frjeff
Great. Thanks

Great. Thanks
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 01-03-2019, 04:33 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,130
Posted By frjeff
Do you believe it is possible to power an LED...

Do you believe it is possible to power an LED light strip from the light fixture (so as to have the strip switched from it)???
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 01-03-2019, 03:05 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,130
Posted By frjeff
Thank you. Hopefully your help will allow me to...

Thank you. Hopefully your help will allow me to tie in the LED lights to the porch light.
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 01-03-2019, 11:58 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,130
Posted By frjeff
Entry/Porch Light

I need to get access inside my 1989 Entry/Porch light to connect a LED light strip. I only see two screws up through the door drip cap to secure the light.
Might I be missing another point of...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 01-01-2019, 06:10 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,093
Posted By frjeff
Exterior LED Strip Lighting

Would like to install subject lighting on my 29’ Excella beneath the awning. Anyone here done so?
If you can share any good sources and install tips I would be grateful.
Thank you in advance.
Forum: Doors & Locks 11-29-2018, 06:26 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,256
Posted By frjeff
Screen Door Latch

My 1989 Excella 29 screen door latch is forever breaking off.

The latch mechanism is a piece of white plastic attached to the aluminum jam. It has a springed roller cylinder within it.

The...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 11-07-2018, 03:04 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 786
Posted By frjeff
Airstream Replacement

Have an 89 29’Excella and love her. However, I am finding service on my unit to be a real chore insofar as the long drive from my home to a dealer or a quality Airstream repair/restoration company....
Forum: Awnings 10-24-2018, 07:41 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,260
Posted By frjeff
ZipDee Awning Repairs

Need repair on my awning which slammed up and now will not pull down. Factory indicates it is likely in the forward end locking/ratchet mechanism.

Anyone know of a nearby good repair facility that...
Forum: On The Road... 08-22-2018, 12:44 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 12,604
Posted By frjeff
Wow! I believe that would do the job for us. ...

Wow! I believe that would do the job for us.


What brand/model is that front fork locking system in your pics??


Thank you
Forum: On The Road... 08-22-2018, 05:08 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 12,604
Posted By frjeff
Any Model Info

Curious as to your model/system. Do you have any model info or pics of your setup?

Thanks
Forum: On The Road... 08-20-2018, 02:51 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 12,604
Posted By frjeff
Hauling Bicycles

I am certain that this topic has been addressed before, but my searches bring up nothing.

So, how do you experienced AS’ers haul bicycles on your journeys?

Have 28’ Excella (1989) and a Ford...
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 08-16-2018, 02:03 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,325
Posted By frjeff
Thanks

Thank you. Work, but rather fun.
Yes, vinyl plank flooring from Lowes called Smartcore.
Forum: Upholstery, Blinds, Walls & Interior Finishes 08-16-2018, 06:42 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,613
Posted By frjeff
Removal of Fabric Covered Cabinet Inserts

Our 1989 Excella has couch matching fabric panel on the end caps of the cabinets on both sides of the trailer (kitchen cabinet and cabinet above the TV.
Does anyone know how to remove and replace...
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 08-16-2018, 06:13 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,325
Posted By frjeff
Oh, and you must dismantle the couch (remove back...

Oh, and you must dismantle the couch (remove back piece and folding arms). Take many pictures, especially of the arm attachments. They will com in real handy when you re-assemble.
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 08-16-2018, 04:50 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,325
Posted By frjeff
Tips

Not really all that hard, but patience and care are required to not mess up expensive foam and/or fabric.

Measure many times, cut once.

Remove all of the old fabric. Will need: wire cutters (to...
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 08-15-2018, 06:42 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,325
Posted By frjeff
Old Gaucho/Jack Knife Sofa Re-Do

Stripped the original couch of upholstery, foam and repaired a few broken springs.
Bought new foam and upholstery and went to work.
Results here:
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 07-31-2018, 04:45 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,782
Posted By frjeff
Couch

We have been slow to get at this, but are currently in the process of completely refurbishing the original couch.
Bough all new (and far better) foam, batting and upholstery fabric and have the...
Forum: Upholstery, Blinds, Walls & Interior Finishes 07-05-2018, 03:42 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 802
Posted By frjeff
Couch Springs

As we begin the re-do (foam and upholstery) of the couch in our 1989 Excella, I have found five spots where the grid type seat springs are broken (at places where the vinyl clad spring wires cross.
...
Forum: Upholstery, Blinds, Walls & Interior Finishes 07-04-2018, 04:04 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,361
Posted By frjeff
Thank you sir. Just ordered the kit. Have a few...

Thank you sir. Just ordered the kit.
Have a few spots where the seat spring wires have broken where they cross. Will have to figure a way to repair those.
Forum: Upholstery, Blinds, Walls & Interior Finishes 07-03-2018, 07:29 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,361
Posted By frjeff
Hog Rings??

My old OEM couch (29'Excella - 1989) has hog rings holding seat fabric to springs.


Anyone know what size there are or what to size buy for new reupholstery??
Have cut the old off and thrown...
Forum: Upholstery, Blinds, Walls & Interior Finishes 07-02-2018, 12:23 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,168
Posted By frjeff
Staple Gun and Staples for Reupholstering Couch

Have removed all fabric, foam, fiberfill/batting, etc. from old couch (1989 Excella).
New foam and fabric, etc. on order.

Now, what to buy as the proper staple gun (and staples) for this project?
Forum: Steps 06-14-2018, 08:19 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 13,865
Posted By frjeff
Got It

Never mind my stupidity.

Had it installed correctly, just forgot how to properly lower it.
Old timer's disease creeping up on me!
Forum: Steps 06-14-2018, 06:35 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 13,865
Posted By frjeff
Double Step Issue - Help Please

I just replaced the RH side bolt kit on my 89 Excella double step. I did it exactly as the opposite side and per the pic attached ( "K" where it attaches to the front of the top step).


...
Forum: Steps 06-06-2018, 09:41 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,772
Posted By frjeff
Done

Got it. The other washer can only go one place (the two folding arms were still together).


Thanks again!
Forum: Steps 06-06-2018, 09:27 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,772
Posted By frjeff
Thanks

Thanks, that's a good start!
Forum: Steps 06-06-2018, 09:03 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,772
Posted By frjeff
Step Bolt Washer Placement

Have purchased the bolt assy. kit for the bottom step fold down arms on our 1989 Excella.

Have no idea where the two washers are to be placed on/between the arms (Outofdoorsmart was no assist).
...
Forum: 1987 - 1989 Excella 06-05-2018, 03:53 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,179
Posted By frjeff
From ground to inside top of truck receiver hole...

From ground to inside top of truck receiver hole = 20”
From ground to top of Hensley bar coupler = 11.5”
From ground to top of AS coupler hole = 18.5”
Forum: 1987 - 1989 Excella 06-04-2018, 06:50 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,179
Posted By frjeff
Hensley Hitch Set-Up

AS is an 89 29’ Excella
Tug is a 206 Ford F-150 SuperCrew Eco with Max Tow.

Newb with this hitch.

Can anyone with a similar setup (truck and trailer) share with me what stinger bar you are...
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