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Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 02-20-2019, 02:16 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,048
Posted By wingfoot321
Raise Hitch

Good news,

The PB Blaster finally did the job. I sprayed it for 4days and it broke loose. I kept using a hyd jack which was lifting the truck up on the springs until it moved. The hitch ball was...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 02-06-2019, 02:11 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,048
Posted By wingfoot321
Raise Hitch Ball

Just got my new axles from Colin Hyde installed. I chose the 32 deg version.

Now I need to raise the hitch ball at least one inch to match trailer. Took out the two big bolts and nothing will...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 02-03-2015, 09:36 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,849
Posted By wingfoot321
Axles

Never heard of any such requirement.

I need to see my mechanic who does transmissions, rear ends, four wheel drive, etc. I will ask him.

My ford econo van is at 190,000 on the original fluid....
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 08-11-2014, 07:39 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,188
Posted By wingfoot321
Hello metal jacket, I am not familiar with...

Hello metal jacket,

I am not familiar with the ridgeline. My son has an odyssey and it is rated to tow something like 35oolbs. It is two wheel drive. If the ridgeline has a conventional rearend,...
Forum: WBCCI Forum 06-21-2014, 08:41 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,277
Posted By wingfoot321
Winter camping

WBCCI ran a Baha mexico caravan until about 5 years ago. It was in Jan and feb but, is deemed too dangerous today.
The cajun is two weeks in late feb or early march.
The florida fantasy is feb and...
Forum: Tires 03-07-2014, 09:02 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,317
Posted By wingfoot321
What is the rush? You should have 15"...

What is the rush?
You should have 15" marathons and alum wheels. Keep the air pressure at 65psi cold, stay at 65mph or slower, try not to curb a tire in town, and stay in the middle of the road...
Forum: Tires 02-25-2014, 10:32 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,791
Posted By wingfoot321
The indentation is a result of the overlap of the...

The indentation is a result of the overlap of the beginning and end of the ply fabric referred to as the ply splice. This very narrow area is twice as much fabric, therefore stronger and resists the...
Forum: Brakes & Brake Controllers 03-06-2013, 12:16 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 8,621
Posted By wingfoot321
I have a 29ft sovereign, 1987. I have 10" brakes....

I have a 29ft sovereign, 1987. I have 10" brakes. I have been told that Airstream changed to 12" on the larger trailers in mid 1987.

You should be able to find a trailer manuf close to you that...
Forum: Buyer Guidelines 09-10-2012, 10:45 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,204
Posted By wingfoot321
Exterior (1) count the dings, dents, creases,...

Exterior
(1) count the dings, dents, creases, major scratchs, hail dents on front and rear end caps, etc. Each curved panel is a $1700 replacement if required. (2) how much oxidation? $4000 to...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 07-13-2012, 10:37 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 7,890
Posted By wingfoot321
Chuck, Outstanding discussion. August 10,...

Chuck, Outstanding discussion.

August 10, 2011 - Mowed the grass from 10-11:00am. Stopped the mower and walked up a little hill to the garage. Short of breath, tightness in the chest. A friend...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 05-24-2012, 10:23 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 8,480
Posted By wingfoot321
Michelin did not put 44psi on the sidewall...

Michelin did not put 44psi on the sidewall without considerable thought.

And, that is 44psi cold.

Load range C is not a lot of tire when you are in trouble.
Forum: On The Road... 04-04-2012, 07:33 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,047
Posted By wingfoot321
Good looking trailer!!!!!! What are you...

Good looking trailer!!!!!!

What are you towing with?
Forum: WBCCI Rallies & Events 04-04-2012, 07:29 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 9,195
Posted By wingfoot321
Vic, I think you are on the right track. ...

Vic,

I think you are on the right track. The age demographics of who is buying an airstream is certainly on your side. I plan to attend next year and will accept whatever changes your group...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-23-2012, 09:51 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 18,061
Posted By wingfoot321
You ask about payload not tow capacity / rating. ...

You ask about payload not tow capacity / rating.

A spring shop is probably the best place to start. You could add a leaf that only comes into play when the trailer is on the hitch and loading...
Forum: Brakes & Brake Controllers 03-23-2012, 09:41 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 10,869
Posted By wingfoot321
I have had same problem on two different brakes...

I have had same problem on two different brakes in last three years.

I have a slightly different explanation. It is my opinion and the shop where I have been buying shoes agrees, that rust on...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 02-27-2012, 08:20 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,490
Posted By wingfoot321
2003 2500HD 6.0 Ext Cab 4.11rear 4drive

I had my trans fluid changed at 59,000 miles. Specified syn fluid but, did not verify brand or actual fluid used.

Question: I don't seem to have ever recorded as good mileage since the change....
Forum: WBCCI Rallies & Events 01-22-2012, 09:51 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 13,010
Posted By wingfoot321
SilverCabin, I am not sure I will be...

SilverCabin,

I am not sure I will be released by my doctor in time for the rally. Can I come in on tuesday or wednesday without a reservation?
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 01-07-2012, 09:07 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 7,615
Posted By wingfoot321
Our 2002 unit gave up the ghost last year. ( a...

Our 2002 unit gave up the ghost last year. ( a lot of use) Replaced it with two of Pelonias's cheaper units. Plastic body, heat grid similar to an a/c unit, thermostat, 2 speed. These units run very...
Forum: Tires 11-20-2011, 08:23 PM
Replies: 129
Views: 32,807
Posted By wingfoot321
Some of the differences are slipping away from me...

Some of the differences are slipping away from me with age but, here goes anyway.

P designates passenger service. LT designates light truck service.

LT tires will have a heavier, more...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 11-20-2011, 07:46 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,242
Posted By wingfoot321
Absolutely no ethanol. It will cause...

Absolutely no ethanol. It will cause deterioration to carb parts. There is a story out there by lawn mower repair people about lawn mowers, weed eaters, blowers, etc.
You can buy gas line shutoff...
Forum: On The Road... 11-01-2011, 07:45 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,895
Posted By wingfoot321
I always drain fresh water tank, hot water tank,...

I always drain fresh water tank, hot water tank, & blow out lines for winter. we carry bottled water for drinking & food.

Myrtle beach has Ocean side campground just south of town on old rt 17...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 07-01-2011, 10:27 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,905
Posted By wingfoot321
My factory installed unit worked fine for 20...

My factory installed unit worked fine for 20 years and we would be plugged in for months during the winter in Florida or Texas. However, I installed the Intellipower 9245 two years ago and it is...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 05-02-2011, 11:20 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,807
Posted By wingfoot321
Hello Bill. This is Howard Hodges. Thought I...

Hello Bill. This is Howard Hodges. Thought I might see you at the state rally in Crossville a couple weeks ago. We are staying home this summer. Nothing planned except Jonesboro story teller this...
Forum: WBCCI Forum 01-22-2011, 08:40 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 13,280
Posted By wingfoot321
Boondocker, I agree with your thinking. I...

Boondocker,

I agree with your thinking. I have been skipping the international but, have been paying the annual dues in order to do caravans. We are doing our last caravan this winter so I will...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 01-03-2011, 08:03 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 6,197
Posted By wingfoot321
If you are trying to travel a significant...

If you are trying to travel a significant distance in a day, Walmart can be very convienent for gas, food, misc items, and time. Some of these campgrounds are very difficult to find at night.
This...
Forum: WBCCI Rallies & Events 01-02-2011, 03:59 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,192
Posted By wingfoot321
We will also be there. Will be a part of the...

We will also be there. Will be a part of the Florida Fantasy caravan.

I just hope it is a little warmer this winter than last.

Also, hope the parts & service are a little better than last...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 12-29-2010, 11:01 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,700
Posted By wingfoot321
My trailer is a 29ft narrow body. I have...

My trailer is a 29ft narrow body.

I have used it during the winter in Texas & Florida.

We use two Pelonas heaters(ceramic disc) that are 1200 or 1500 watt while operating.

I assume you...
Forum: On The Road... 12-29-2010, 10:13 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 8,164
Posted By wingfoot321
I think the breakpoint is somewhere around $3.50 ...

I think the breakpoint is somewhere around $3.50 per gallon. When I am traveling with the trailer, a 350 mile run is 350/10x$3.50= $122.50 per day. This amount starts to get to me. Not that I don't...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 10-07-2010, 10:19 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,061
Posted By wingfoot321
I haven't checked out GM's new trucks with the 6...

I haven't checked out GM's new trucks with the 6 spd trans. That rear end ratio seems too low. I would expect a higher number than the 4.10 that is in my 6 liter with the 4spd trans?

That trailer...
Forum: 2006 - 2010 Classic (all lengths) 10-04-2010, 10:00 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,422
Posted By wingfoot321
Wow, that is some mileage. I just added...

Wow, that is some mileage.

I just added this year on to my total since 2003 and I am at 65,000 miles and counting.

Your one statement is a little bit confusing. I assume you are staying...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 09-29-2010, 12:03 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,640
Posted By wingfoot321
Your manual should show a layout of the gray &...

Your manual should show a layout of the gray & black water valves, plumbing, etc. I have assisted on one such job on a trailer a few years older than yours. I was not in on the beginning however.
...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 09-28-2010, 11:34 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 9,783
Posted By wingfoot321
I just returned from the Alaska Caravan. There...

I just returned from the Alaska Caravan. There were three Tundras pulling 25 ft trailers. These trucks were doing just fine.

My observations plus discussion with one of the owners.(we ran...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 09-27-2010, 10:11 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 34,268
Posted By wingfoot321
I have been told this new engine is actually a...

I have been told this new engine is actually a mercedes? Person who told me this did not know answers to questions such as - Designed by? Manufactured by? Manufactured where?

I thought I would...
Forum: WBCCI Rallies & Events 07-02-2010, 07:12 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,588
Posted By wingfoot321
Trailers at Gillette

Does anyone know how many trailers at Gillette?

I couldn't make the intl rally.
Forum: WBCCI Forum 06-28-2010, 11:59 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 5,446
Posted By wingfoot321
How many trailers & motorhomes are at intl this...

How many trailers & motorhomes are at intl this year??? And what is the budget based on ?
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 06-28-2010, 11:33 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,089
Posted By wingfoot321
Filling to the designated oil level is a pain....

Filling to the designated oil level is a pain. You have to keep putting a small amount in until you reach the full point.
Forum: Full-Timing 06-27-2010, 12:02 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,511
Posted By wingfoot321
Is the trailer under a cover as shown? I...

Is the trailer under a cover as shown?

I spent a couple winters in south texas. I don't remember the parks rate per kwh but, I seem to remember something like $.10 per kwh. It used to cost me...
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 06-26-2010, 11:23 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,757
Posted By wingfoot321
I would not put it any place that I did not want...

I would not put it any place that I did not want to do again.

Pex tubing (the long runs or piping) worked fine. Airstream used it in my trailer and it was labeled "Vanguard" in 1987. However,...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 06-24-2010, 10:47 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,353
Posted By wingfoot321
My trailer is a 1987 so things could be...

My trailer is a 1987 so things could be different. Mine has a tube that runs through the wall to the bottom of the trailer. I can walk outside and see a short drain hose that should be draining water...
Forum: Tires 06-24-2010, 01:19 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 6,625
Posted By wingfoot321
I would hate to see you replace a tire prior to...

I would hate to see you replace a tire prior to alignment. Are the belts showing on the outside edge. If not, can you reverse the tire and make it to Anchorage if you had to. Just a thought.

I...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 06-24-2010, 12:59 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,209
Posted By wingfoot321
My trailer had two installed when I bought it...

My trailer had two installed when I bought it used. One had been damaged due to the right rear tire throwing a tread.
There is a thin wall white water pipe sold at Home depot and maybe even at...
Forum: Tires 06-22-2010, 12:40 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,751
Posted By wingfoot321
TPMS - Dill internal mount system

Just purchased and installed my Dill tire pressure & temperature monitoring system for the trailer.

This system is fairly new for trailers. I bought the system from Tire Rack online but, talking...
Forum: Brakes & Brake Controllers 06-22-2010, 12:16 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 7,082
Posted By wingfoot321
There should be a small horizontal slot near the...

There should be a small horizontal slot near the bottom of your backing plate with a rubber plug in it. Remove the rubber plug. There is a special curved brake tool for this purpose but a medium size...
Forum: Tires 06-21-2010, 11:54 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,850
Posted By wingfoot321
Freeheel, This is a classic ply splice...

Freeheel,

This is a classic ply splice overlap which shows under the sidewall. This is probably ply 2 where the cords that run from bead to bead overlap by approx 1/4 inch during building. There...
Forum: On The Road... 06-19-2010, 10:31 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 14,299
Posted By wingfoot321
It is my understanding that Camping World was...

It is my understanding that Camping World was sold approximately 5-7 years ago by its founder. At that time, they owned all of their locations. The new owner has done a lot of franchising of regular...
Forum: Wheels, Hubs & Bearings 06-18-2010, 02:45 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,276
Posted By wingfoot321
I carry a long screwdriver. Works just fine. My...

I carry a long screwdriver. Works just fine. My wheel covers were very difficult to remove because they fit so good.

Also, I bought valve extenders from Myers tire equipment supply. They are...
Forum: Tires 06-18-2010, 02:33 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,850
Posted By wingfoot321
Post Sidewall bulges are not necessarily a sign of...

Sidewall bulges are not necessarily a sign of trouble.

If the tire has an indentation running across the sidewall from bead to road, this is where the ply is spliced. The overlap of the splice...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 06-13-2010, 12:39 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,278
Posted By wingfoot321
So sorry to hear that you lost your friend and...

So sorry to hear that you lost your friend and her family.

This tragedy is a little like what happen in Nashville.

People are referring to 100 year flood levels.

Arkansas & Tennessee...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 06-13-2010, 12:17 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 8,428
Posted By wingfoot321
I purchased the wave 6000 in 2006. It worked fine...

I purchased the wave 6000 in 2006. It worked fine for 1+ years. Would not stay lit in spring of 2008.
Had to send it back and it cost $120 to install new catalytic pad plus freight.
Olympian was...
Forum: Tires 06-11-2010, 12:00 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,098
Posted By wingfoot321
I don't think you will find too many choices....

I don't think you will find too many choices. Your current tire is the 225/75R15 which means it is a 75 profile or 75% as tall (bead to tread) as it is wide.
You can look through various tire...
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