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Forum: 1965 - 1969 Globetrotter 01-14-2017, 08:50 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,753
Posted By EmptyNesters
There's a good photo of the stabilizers with the...

There's a good photo of the stabilizers with the pads here https://www.airforums.com/photos/showimage.php?i=4603&c=500&userid=3961

My trailer has the stabilizers but no pads - I did however find...
Forum: 1959-69 Tradewind 01-13-2017, 07:36 AM
Replies: 150
Views: 21,522
Posted By EmptyNesters
Round louvered vents

You can find some similar online. I'm not sure if you're trying to match the same vintage or not but here's a google search that turned up several options.

https://tinyurl.com/jc7rjqp
Forum: On The Road... 11-18-2016, 02:15 PM
Replies: 2,889
Views: 708,358
Posted By EmptyNesters
Just home from a quick get-away from Nor Cal to...

Just home from a quick get-away from Nor Cal to the Grand Canyon, Sedona and Joshua tree.
Saw the deer out our door at the 'Trailer Village' campground on the South Rim.
The 2nd shot is in the...
Forum: 1965 - 1969 Overlander 10-14-2016, 07:34 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,313
Posted By EmptyNesters
We haven't had our girl on the road since I...

We haven't had our girl on the road since I installed them but you can read more on them on Aluminuminum's thread.
...
Forum: Our Community 10-11-2016, 08:06 AM
Replies: 7,910
Views: 1,577,106
Posted By EmptyNesters
Lost puppy!

Poor gal sitting fallow in a field near me. Even with all of her duct taped windows, and even thought I've only been an AS owner for just a bit over a month now, I can't help but want to adopt her...
Forum: 1966 - 1968 Safari 10-08-2016, 09:05 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 974
Posted By EmptyNesters
Leaking fixed window help please

I'm cross posting from the window forum in hopes of getting some help from someone who has done this before.
Please let me know if it is improper forum etiquette to cross post.

I'm going to try...
Forum: Windows & Screens 10-08-2016, 08:59 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,346
Posted By EmptyNesters
Fixed window leaks 1968 Safari

I'm going to try and tackle the leaky fixed window that is to the right of the door as we've got a good amount of rain expected in the coming week.

I have what I believe are the needed supplies...
Forum: 1965 - 1969 Overlander 10-05-2016, 09:44 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,313
Posted By EmptyNesters
They're spendy that's for sure. That's why I...

They're spendy that's for sure. That's why I decided to live with my faded latches. They do look a bit better with the wood treatment on them. Good enough to leave them for now while I tackle more...
Forum: 1965 - 1969 Overlander 10-04-2016, 08:00 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,313
Posted By EmptyNesters
I believe you will have to call or fill in their...

I believe you will have to call or fill in their 'Contact Us' form on their web site.
https://www.inlandrv.com/contact/
Forum: 1965 - 1969 Overlander 10-03-2016, 02:03 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,313
Posted By EmptyNesters
I used between 37 and 39 feet for my 6 windows. I...

I used between 37 and 39 feet for my 6 windows. I ordered a roll of both sizes from VTS (https://www.vintagetrailersupply.com/1966-68-Airstream-Window-Seal-p/vts-524.htm) but only ended up using the...
Forum: Our Community 10-03-2016, 10:43 AM
Replies: 7,910
Views: 1,577,106
Posted By EmptyNesters
Saw this AS motorhome parked next to the stage at...

Saw this AS motorhome parked next to the stage at Hardly Strictly Bluegrass Festival (https://www.hardlystrictlybluegrass.com/2016/) in San Francisco's Golden Gate Park on Saturday. Sorry for the...
Forum: 1965 - 1969 Overlander 10-02-2016, 07:44 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,313
Posted By EmptyNesters
Oh, I forgot to say that all of the latches in...

Oh, I forgot to say that all of the latches in our rig are brown and some were faded so while applying 'Restor-A-Finish' to the wood, I thought I'd see what would happen if I put some on the latches....
Forum: 1965 - 1969 Overlander 10-02-2016, 07:38 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,313
Posted By EmptyNesters
Beauty! We just had a '68 Safari follow us...

Beauty!

We just had a '68 Safari follow us home. Last week I replaced all of the window seals.
You can get it at Vintage Trailer Supply (https://www.vintagetrailersupply.com/category-s/400.htm). ...
Forum: Clearcoat, Exterior Paint & Trim 09-21-2016, 10:18 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,292
Posted By EmptyNesters
Found the serial #

It's mostly located under the curbside LP tank. I can see IO but nothing more until the tank comes off. Should be soon since we're having a hitch receiver welded to the frame.
Forum: Clearcoat, Exterior Paint & Trim 09-21-2016, 05:48 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,292
Posted By EmptyNesters
Thanks so much Cathy! Nice detail work there! ...

Thanks so much Cathy! Nice detail work there!
That is helpful!
Forum: Clearcoat, Exterior Paint & Trim 09-21-2016, 05:48 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,292
Posted By EmptyNesters
Thanks!! I haven't been able to find any numbers...

Thanks!! I haven't been able to find any numbers on the frame. Could be buried under several layers of grey paint. I'll look again, maybe I'm just missing them. I'm not sure how deeply they were...
Forum: Clearcoat, Exterior Paint & Trim 09-18-2016, 07:39 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,292
Posted By EmptyNesters
Thank you! All great ideas. You say 'make...

Thank you! All great ideas.

You say 'make sure the serial number matched my title' - what if they don't - could that be a problem?

Also you mention to 're-finish' - what exactly does that...
Forum: Clearcoat, Exterior Paint & Trim 09-17-2016, 10:47 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,292
Posted By EmptyNesters
Thanks Shari! Drill out the rivets you say??? ...

Thanks Shari! Drill out the rivets you say??? (knees knocking) I've not tried drilling rivets yet though I have a rivet gun and some assorted rivets. I'm a little scared!

I've watched several...
Forum: Clearcoat, Exterior Paint & Trim 09-17-2016, 09:02 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,292
Posted By EmptyNesters
Paint removal on name plate

Hi folks, new AS owner here. Of all the items needing to be addressed on this 'mature' gal, this isn't one of the big ones. The previous owner painted sloppily over the serial number area and then...
Forum: Member Introductions 09-14-2016, 05:58 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 855
Posted By EmptyNesters
Thanks so much!! I asked to 'join' the FB page...

Thanks so much!! I asked to 'join' the FB page and my status is pending! Hopefully I'll be added soon!
Forum: Member Introductions 09-14-2016, 05:57 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 855
Posted By EmptyNesters
Thank you!! We actually plan to head to AZ...

Thank you!! We actually plan to head to AZ (Sedona) to visit family in the near future!!
Forum: Member Introductions 09-14-2016, 05:56 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 855
Posted By EmptyNesters
Thank you for you informative post! Lots to take...

Thank you for you informative post! Lots to take in!! There is an after-market grey tank (prev. owner put in) that holds kitchen grey water only and as far as I can tell, all the bath empties into...
Forum: Member Introductions 09-13-2016, 08:15 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 855
Posted By EmptyNesters
Hello from the Bay Area

This little sweetheart followed us home last week. Finally after dreaming of silver for about 8 years, the planets aligned for us and we found a sweet little vintage gal with all the features we...
Forum: Airstream Registry Discussions 09-06-2016, 02:38 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 2,416
Posted By EmptyNesters
No name yet :: 1968 Airstream Safari

1968 Airstream Safari (2016-09-06 20:38:13)
Forum: 1965 - 1969 Overlander 01-19-2010, 07:48 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,616
Posted By EmptyNesters
Thanks AlbertF! Looks like I need to do some...

Thanks AlbertF! Looks like I need to do some hitch homework and make a decision as to which one works best for our set up/budget.

We can always get the girl home using the big stinky truck (90...
Forum: 1965 - 1969 Overlander 01-19-2010, 04:29 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,616
Posted By EmptyNesters
Road Ruler & arcamedies Thank you for your input....

Road Ruler & arcamedies Thank you for your input. That Hensley hitch is spendy! Any recommendations of other less expensive brands/models?
Arcamedies, are you saying that my TV proposal with this...
Forum: 1965 - 1969 Overlander 01-19-2010, 02:38 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,616
Posted By EmptyNesters
Woops, sorry for the duplicate post. My internet...

Woops, sorry for the duplicate post. My internet had a hiccup.
Forum: 1965 - 1969 Overlander 01-19-2010, 02:34 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,616
Posted By EmptyNesters
Thank you Jammer, all very good info! And very...

Thank you Jammer, all very good info! And very much appreciated.
Forum: 1965 - 1969 Overlander 01-19-2010, 02:32 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,616
Posted By EmptyNesters
Thank you Terry. The truck is a Ram 2500 Magnum....

Thank you Terry. The truck is a Ram 2500 Magnum. However, it's been relegated as the farm/work truck (leaks, stinks and is full of hay most of the time) and wouldn't be very pleasant on a long haul. ...
Forum: 1965 - 1969 Overlander 01-19-2010, 02:17 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,616
Posted By EmptyNesters
Tow Vehicle & 67 Overlander compatability

We are somewhat new to the forums and airstreams and are considering buying a 67 Overlander but I need some help determining if our tow vehicle is sufficient.
We have a 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee Ltd....
Forum: Our Community 01-16-2010, 10:31 AM
Replies: 2,095
Views: 445,864
Posted By EmptyNesters
Looks like a pretty clean Argosy, might have been...

Looks like a pretty clean Argosy, might have been missed because the spelling in the listing. Price is right!
1978 Arogisy (https://bend.craigslist.org/rvs/1555447141.html)
Forum: Our Community 01-13-2010, 08:53 AM
Replies: 2,095
Views: 445,864
Posted By EmptyNesters
How about this, I'll buy it, and you boys promise...

How about this, I'll buy it, and you boys promise to come over and help me do the restore. Like a 'barn raising' of sorts, only it would be a 'Bubble raising'!

I'm still without a silver darling...
Forum: Our Community 01-12-2010, 10:28 AM
Replies: 2,095
Views: 445,864
Posted By EmptyNesters
I uploaded all the images to my web site if...

I uploaded all the images to my web site if anyone wants to download them.
Warning to those on dial up, you may be waiting for a long time. (58 low res photos)...
Forum: Our Community 01-12-2010, 10:17 AM
Replies: 2,095
Views: 445,864
Posted By EmptyNesters
Rich, I went and looked at it, it is a Bubble and...

Rich, I went and looked at it, it is a Bubble and it's pretty rough, ground up (shell off) restoration. I have tons of photos if you want to see them. JLMK.

I think that it is a '56 California...
Forum: Our Community 12-06-2009, 10:28 AM
Replies: 2,095
Views: 445,864
Posted By EmptyNesters
Here's a cool Clipper Silver Streak ...

Here's a cool
Clipper Silver Streak

Clipper Silver Streak model 18 (https://sfbay.craigslist.org/nby/rvs/1494717265.html)
Forum: Our Community 12-03-2009, 09:25 AM
Replies: 2,095
Views: 445,864
Posted By EmptyNesters
This is my first post. Been lurking for quite a...

This is my first post. Been lurking for quite a while, and just registered. I found this in the Augusta, GA craigslist.
Travel Trailer 24' Nice Vintage 1950's Alma with appliances...
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