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Forum: On The Road... 12-11-2012, 09:48 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,439
Posted By howco
Trailer park name is Villa RV on Auburn St.,...

Trailer park name is Villa RV on Auburn St., Sacramento, CA.
Repair makes us nervous due to my wife's allergy to mold & toxins. Plus, we just don't have the funds to do what we are told would be...
Forum: On The Road... 12-11-2012, 08:09 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,439
Posted By howco
Flash Flood in Sacramento

We have been full timers for about 9 months... We have restored our 1970 27' Airstream and enjoyed every minute of it. We just put $6,000 in it less than a month ago... New axels, AC, tires and...
Forum: 1970 - 1973 Overlander 07-18-2012, 09:17 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,597
Posted By howco
I have a 70 and bought it from the original...

I have a 70 and bought it from the original owner,mine are the same as the photo Dumpster posted cone shaped w blue center circle.....
Forum: On The Road... 07-08-2012, 10:45 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,042
Posted By howco
My bad, its a 27' not a 23'. i'm tired..........

My bad, its a 27' not a 23'. i'm tired..........
Forum: On The Road... 07-08-2012, 10:40 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,042
Posted By howco
HELP, took a rock, need parts.....

1970 23' A/S on road, in Isleton, Ca, (Sacramento Delta area), rock missed Suburban hit front window protection shield and shattered it also drivers side curved window glass. Anybody close by with...
Forum: General Repair Forum 06-02-2012, 01:06 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,962
Posted By howco
ONLY use factory recommended sealant, NEVER use...

ONLY use factory recommended sealant, NEVER use silicone.........
Forum: Axles 06-01-2012, 09:47 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,464
Posted By howco
Kroil, the best. It is available online or at...

Kroil, the best. It is available online or at most small airports.......
Forum: Tires 06-01-2012, 09:45 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,500
Posted By howco
Normal wear! I always notice my front tires on...

Normal wear!
I always notice my front tires on my 70 A/S run warmer than the rear.
Probably due to load distribution and corner scrubbing. I have never heard anyone on this forum talk about...
Forum: Tires 06-01-2012, 09:41 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,271
Posted By howco
Just a note; when I travel, I am always hand...

Just a note; when I travel, I am always hand touching my tires at every stop, I am feeling for temperature increase. Heat is your first indicator of a problem. When a tire is under inflated, the...
Forum: Tires 06-01-2012, 09:32 AM
Replies: 129
Views: 32,847
Posted By howco
I bought a 1970 A/S and it had 5 Chinese bias...

I bought a 1970 A/S and it had 5 Chinese bias ply, 8 ply tires on it (including a spare), I have put over 7000 miles on it and just got back from another 912 mi trip. I am towing it with a Burban...
Forum: 1970 - 1973 Overlander 06-01-2012, 08:53 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,729
Posted By howco
replaced my tambour by removing it and...

replaced my tambour by removing it and nailing/glueing it to 1/2" plywood and installed it with hinges. Retained the original appearance and works well.
Forum: General Repair Forum 04-08-2012, 02:02 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,549
Posted By howco
sulfur stink

Started 'full timing' about a week ago, so been shaking small problems out of our 70 A/S....... Came home tonight with a strong sulfur, rotten egg smell. Jumped online, saw fifty blogs about hot...
Forum: Tires 03-20-2012, 11:37 PM
Replies: 128
Views: 18,679
Posted By howco
well, I read this whole thread. One week later...

well, I read this whole thread.
One week later my PHD came in the mail.
PHD stands for, "Piled Higher and Deeper."

Now I'm really confused.......
Forum: General Repair Forum 03-20-2012, 11:05 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,269
Posted By howco
I've got a 70, one owner, well maintained, one...

I've got a 70, one owner, well maintained, one small rot spot and no sag, bought it for $2500 and towed it home 300 miles, rebuilt the brakes and installed a new water heater, am resealing...
Forum: 1970 - 1973 Overlander 03-20-2012, 10:35 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,196
Posted By howco
definately Transmografier brackets, Calvin &...

definately Transmografier brackets, Calvin & Hobbs variety.
Forum: 1970 -1973 Ambassador 03-20-2012, 10:29 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,550
Posted By howco
Wanted a classic, liked the newer amenities in...

Wanted a classic, liked the newer amenities in the 70, as opposed to the older ones, didn't like the 80 or 90's.

Lovin it, going 'full time' in about one month..........
Forum: Off Topic Forum 03-20-2012, 10:23 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,174
Posted By howco
d, all of the above......

d, all of the above......
Forum: Stella's Kitchen 03-10-2012, 08:22 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,073
Posted By howco
take yams, slice them up, and bake on a cookie...

take yams, slice them up, and bake on a cookie sheet, brush with olive oil and salt & pepper to taste, love it........
Forum: Full-Timing 03-03-2012, 03:00 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,778
Posted By howco
bet your roof vent is plugged.......

bet your roof vent is plugged.......
Forum: Full-Timing 03-03-2012, 02:57 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 13,741
Posted By howco
tore out all of the carpet, installed VCT, so a...

tore out all of the carpet, installed VCT, so a good broom and dust pan work just fine. Scatter rugs, I shake outside weekly.....
Forum: Full-Timing 03-03-2012, 02:54 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,915
Posted By howco
Martain Getting ready to go on road 'full time'...

Martain
Getting ready to go on road 'full time' in about three months. We have a mail box and a trusted good friend checking it every week. My monies are direct deposited into our bank and anything...
Forum: On The Road... 02-11-2012, 02:08 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 13,235
Posted By howco
Getting in late here; after thought, remember,...

Getting in late here; after thought, remember, each state has an Insurance Commissioner, this person 's job is to (among other things) renew each Insurance companies license each year.
If your...
Forum: On The Road... 02-11-2012, 02:02 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 20,428
Posted By howco
AllStays.........

AllStays.........
Forum: On The Road... 02-11-2012, 01:49 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 11,439
Posted By howco
I am an flamingo fan personally, retro, funk,...

I am an flamingo fan personally, retro, funk, Americana.......
Forum: Mechanics Corner - Engines, Transmission & More... 02-11-2012, 01:11 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,180
Posted By howco
the top and bottom tanks are solid brass and...

the top and bottom tanks are solid brass and don't really wear out, a decent radiator shop will remove the core and install a new one between the top and bottom tanks and hand it back to you.
I...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 09-01-2011, 01:33 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 10,534
Posted By howco
I own a 1970 27' AS , I tow it with a 2004 1500...

I own a 1970 27' AS , I tow it with a 2004 1500 Suburban with tow package and sway/load lift hitch. I have towed it over 6000 miles this way, last trip was to so cal and back to Wash state 3400...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 05-13-2011, 10:56 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 7,009
Posted By howco
cork, glue it down......

cork, glue it down......
Forum: General Motorhome Topics 05-01-2011, 12:01 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,715
Posted By howco
LOL, thanks people, I think Smokin Camel nailed...

LOL, thanks people, I think Smokin Camel nailed it, BTW the battery was fine, I checked it......
Forum: General Motorhome Topics 04-30-2011, 02:53 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,715
Posted By howco
Thank you for the help....well I learned Methane...

Thank you for the help....well I learned Methane is lighter than air, and it has no smell. Sooo, what was I breathing? It must have been so concentrated it was in a layer, that had not yet lifted....
Forum: General Motorhome Topics 04-30-2011, 12:03 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,841
Posted By howco
Just because it was parked 'inside' means little,...

Just because it was parked 'inside' means little, mechanical thinks need maintenance, learn all you can, don't worry, enjoy life. I had a friend once who always wanted a boat for his family to cruise...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 04-29-2011, 11:48 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 8,581
Posted By howco
This stinks..............

This stinks..............
Forum: General Motorhome Topics 04-29-2011, 11:42 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,715
Posted By howco
Methane nightmare

Just got back from a first trip this year 600 mile trip with the A/S. Had a strange thing happen while in Eastern Washington State. Camped at a nice park for three days, hooked up, all is well. ...
Forum: Wheels, Hubs & Bearings 04-29-2011, 11:24 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,219
Posted By howco
hertfordnc Scrap the spits man, they are worn...

hertfordnc
Scrap the spits man, they are worn out by now, they kill and maim many, just buy some decent spoke steel wheels and good tires, and a spare, you will never have to do them yourself in the...
Forum: Community Polls 04-29-2011, 11:11 PM
Replies: 2,183
Views: 242,040
Posted By howco
I like my Airstream, because if the 'crap ever...

I like my Airstream, because if the 'crap ever really hits the fan' we can live in it.........
It's cool and it's paid for......
Forum: Upholstery, Blinds, Walls & Interior Finishes 04-29-2011, 10:59 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,303
Posted By howco
IKEA has a lot of different curtain hanger stuff,...

IKEA has a lot of different curtain hanger stuff, enjoy.....
Forum: Upholstery, Blinds, Walls & Interior Finishes 04-29-2011, 10:57 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 8,790
Posted By howco
I think I'm having a flashback, does anybody...

I think I'm having a flashback, does anybody smell patchouli???
Forum: Dollars & Cents 02-11-2011, 12:40 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 14,557
Posted By howco
If your choking on the price, then buy a used...

If your choking on the price, then buy a used one. I bought a 1970 27' from the original owner, it was immaculate and well taken care of. I have owned five other 'BOX' trailers, the A/S pulls like a...
Forum: 1973-1974 Excella 500 12-24-2010, 10:33 AM
Replies: 684
Views: 122,291
Posted By howco
The garage modification made me LOL, thanks......

The garage modification made me LOL, thanks......
Forum: Boondocking 12-24-2010, 10:27 AM
Replies: 130
Views: 16,852
Posted By howco
Nuvite F might want to read Luke 22:35-38, your...

Nuvite F
might want to read Luke 22:35-38, your Messiah talking....:cool:
Forum: Boondocking 12-24-2010, 10:23 AM
Replies: 130
Views: 16,852
Posted By howco
Weapons are like carrying a spare tire........ ...

Weapons are like carrying a spare tire........
When you need it, it's real nice to have it........
I take precautions like always having great tires on my rig......
I rarely even need my...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 11-28-2010, 06:57 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,730
Posted By howco
Melmac, me thinks?

Melmac, me thinks?
Forum: Member Introductions 11-07-2010, 11:29 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,349
Posted By howco
joy, I bought a 1970 from the original owner, it...

joy, I bought a 1970 from the original owner, it was (still is) a cream puff, I got it for under $3000. Put about $2000 into it, it is perfect and reliable.

look and ask questions.......
Forum: Off Topic Forum 11-07-2010, 11:14 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 929
Posted By howco
Goransons You are right, thanks for the input,...

Goransons
You are right, thanks for the input, because the hatch was open, I immediately heard the noise and stopped, otherwise it could have hit the window.
It's good to be humbled....
Forum: Off Topic Forum 11-07-2010, 01:04 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,565
Posted By howco
love it.....Jesse is an artist. His social...

love it.....Jesse is an artist.

His social life needs a little work, but, what a gear head!
Forum: Off Topic Forum 11-07-2010, 01:01 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,966
Posted By howco
Gas prices? Our A/S is our 'escape pod', it is...

Gas prices?
Our A/S is our 'escape pod', it is of great value to just get away, the best therapy for my beloved wife and I.
Compared to bedbug ridden hotels or motels, it is a great deal to pull...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 11-07-2010, 12:53 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 929
Posted By howco
OOps, close that hatch!!!

This summer we put 3500 miles on our 70 A/S and towed it with out 04 Suburban. Our 70 is a one owner and in fine shape. While backing into a slot one afternoon, I left the rear hatch open on the...
Forum: 1965 - 1969 Overlander 11-07-2010, 12:33 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,596
Posted By howco
Fishbone I have a 70 A/S and fiddled around...

Fishbone
I have a 70 A/S and fiddled around three times with my inline filter (like yours), it had an ongoing seepage problem after sealing it three times, I gave it a toss and re plumbed it out of...
Forum: Wheels, Hubs & Bearings 11-07-2010, 12:24 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,478
Posted By howco
Ray welcome to the site. Most of your questions...

Ray welcome to the site.
Most of your questions are already discussed in this site. Also want to encourage you to read your owners manuel for jacking points, if it is long gone, there are many...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 11-07-2010, 12:15 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 5,487
Posted By howco
Keep us posted please.......I am looking at the...

Keep us posted please.......I am looking at the same thing.
Forum: Off Topic Forum 11-07-2010, 12:12 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 5,069
Posted By howco
I'm liking this.....neighbors can really test you...

I'm liking this.....neighbors can really test you at times..
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