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Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 03-17-2023, 08:25 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,199
Posted By GeocamperAS
When I set my camper on the ball without the WD...

When I set my camper on the ball without the WD and then lower the jack, the hitch goes down quite a bit and the front of the truck goes up. With the WD, properly set, the hitch does not go down as...
Forum: Airstream Classifieds 04-09-2022, 09:39 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 165
Posted By GeocamperAS
1978 Airstream Argosy Minuet 20 - Wisconsin

Renovated in 2019 as follows:

Removed all interior.

Frame had surface rust. Sanded and painted with rustoleum rust reinforcer.

New Axle complete with brakes. Upgraded to 3700 pound GAWR.
...
Forum: Refrigerators 12-14-2021, 07:08 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,044
Posted By GeocamperAS
Thanks for the input. I will do my homework.

Thanks for the input. I will do my homework.
Forum: Refrigerators 12-13-2021, 08:59 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,044
Posted By GeocamperAS
12v compressor vs boondocking

Does anyone have experience and/or knowledge of how fast a 12v compressor refrigerator will drain a battery if boondocking?
Thanks
Forum: Photography 12-11-2021, 02:49 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,464
Posted By GeocamperAS
409065 Updated my 1978 Argosy Minuet 6.0 with...

409065 Updated my 1978 Argosy Minuet 6.0 with Aluminum lining. Also sporting a Charlie Brown Christmas tree for the holidays.
Forum: Bumpers & Bumper Storage 11-26-2021, 05:48 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 33,536
Posted By GeocamperAS
It was revisited 11/23/21 post #47

It was revisited 11/23/21 post #47
Forum: Bumpers & Bumper Storage 11-25-2021, 05:11 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 33,536
Posted By GeocamperAS
First page of the link says “ as low as 33lbs”....

First page of the link says “ as low as 33lbs”. But I could not find a weight listed separately for each model bike.

As far as price, we love our ebikes. They got us back riding again. If...
Forum: Bumpers & Bumper Storage 11-24-2021, 03:02 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 33,536
Posted By GeocamperAS
Not sure if you are stating your ebikes weight...

Not sure if you are stating your ebikes weight 30lbs each or 60lbs each.
I have not seen an ebike at 30lbs but if that’s what you have I would like to know the brand and model.

The Fiamma rack...
Forum: Photography 07-16-2021, 06:41 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,443
Posted By GeocamperAS
399639But first coffee. McLain State Park upper...

399639But first coffee. McLain State Park upper Michigan.
Forum: Photography 07-15-2021, 07:27 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,443
Posted By GeocamperAS
399552nice cool breeze coming off of Lake...

399552nice cool breeze coming off of Lake Superior at McLain State Park in upper Michigan
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 07-08-2021, 06:28 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,740
Posted By GeocamperAS
...

...
Forum: Airstream Classifieds 06-24-2021, 06:46 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,447
Posted By GeocamperAS
I ordered a lift kit from Colin Hyde. Was as...

I ordered a lift kit from Colin Hyde. Was as simple job.
Forum: Photography 06-05-2021, 04:43 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,444
Posted By GeocamperAS
Apostle Islands Area Campground in Bayfield WI is...

Apostle Islands Area Campground in Bayfield WI is a great mainland stay when visiting the Apostle Islands. Across the street from the entrance is Howl Adventure Center. Hike Bike and Camp rentals and...
Forum: Argosy Motorhomes 05-18-2021, 08:28 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 562
Posted By GeocamperAS
I looked up ‘spesmeaindeoest’. It is “A bold,...

I looked up ‘spesmeaindeoest’.
It is “A bold, two-headed eagle represents the 32nd degree of Freemasonry”.
Must have been put on by a previous owner.
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 05-03-2021, 05:34 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,149
Posted By GeocamperAS
Looking at the photos I would have to think it...

Looking at the photos I would have to think it was originally not lined up. The cutout in the inner skin would have looked different if a previous owner had moved it.
Unless it is easily...
Forum: Photography 04-28-2021, 07:27 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,530
Posted By GeocamperAS
1978 Argosy Minuet 6.0

1978 Argosy Minuet 6.0
Forum: Photography 04-27-2021, 06:26 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,530
Posted By GeocamperAS
Spending the night on Padre Island National...

Spending the night on Padre Island National Seashore. 394257
Forum: General Repair Forum 04-14-2021, 04:38 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 457
Posted By GeocamperAS
I’m assuming the black tank is above floor in a...

I’m assuming the black tank is above floor in a 68. If it the original floor and is rotting under the tank, the frame may also be rusted under the floor.
To do it right, I would remove the entire...
Forum: Member Introductions 03-31-2021, 02:04 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,254
Posted By GeocamperAS
Oh and the plastic side windows, headlight...

Oh and the plastic side windows, headlight restoration kit works great.
Forum: Member Introductions 03-31-2021, 01:58 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,254
Posted By GeocamperAS
I have the same camper. Awning: I bought and...

I have the same camper.
Awning: I bought and installed a Fiamma awning. Non-electric. Very easy to operate.
Rock guards for the panoramic windows: somewhere on the forums I copied a canvas cover...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 02-12-2021, 08:09 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,403
Posted By GeocamperAS
https://polkassociates-llc.com/

https://polkassociates-llc.com/
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 02-10-2021, 05:21 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,403
Posted By GeocamperAS
I have a 74 and a 78. I had both appraised by Jim...

I have a 74 and a 78. I had both appraised by Jim Polk. I believe he is on the forums. It was a requirement for ‘Foremost Insurance Co’ to insure at agreed value.
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 02-09-2021, 10:04 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 306
Posted By GeocamperAS
some people use a jumper in the 7 pin power cord...

some people use a jumper in the 7 pin power cord of the trailer and others use a 15 amp fuss. If you google "trailer running light jumper" you can see which pins to use. (with the tap on top it's the...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 02-05-2021, 10:29 AM
Replies: 317
Views: 59,765
Posted By GeocamperAS
Not sure if anyone is keeping up with the list....

Not sure if anyone is keeping up with the list. If so, I sold my 28T4V0555. Listed under GeocamperAS
Thanks
Forum: COVID-19 Discussion Zone 12-12-2020, 08:39 AM
Replies: 132
Views: 25,053
Posted By GeocamperAS
good for Canada

We had an Alaska trip planed for this summer (2020). I do not want to just drive straight through. Canada has many, many cool things to see. We were hoping to go this coming summer but if doesn't...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 09-27-2020, 10:33 AM
Replies: 317
Views: 59,765
Posted By GeocamperAS
Look closely at the vin number. The S is really...

Look closely at the vin number. The S is really an 8

26= length
D= rear bath double bed
8= 1978
V= made in Versailles, OH
0177= Sequential Serial Number
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 09-21-2020, 06:01 AM
Replies: 100
Views: 85,975
Posted By GeocamperAS
See thread “Cost of Argosy paint job” ...

See thread “Cost of Argosy paint job”
https://www.airforums.com/forums/showthread.php?t=107565
Forum: On The Road... 08-19-2020, 07:28 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 10,712
Posted By GeocamperAS
We had the trip all planned out for this summer...

We had the trip all planned out for this summer but obviously couldn’t go. We were planning 2021 if all restrictions were lifted however, with so many newbees camping this year that don’t understand...
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 05-25-2020, 12:45 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,561
Posted By GeocamperAS
I was under the impression that cooking oil is...

I was under the impression that cooking oil is not a good thing to use on a butcher block because it can get rancid.
I buy a product that is labeled ‘Butcher Block Oil’
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 05-24-2020, 10:10 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,561
Posted By GeocamperAS
You probably know this but just in case, If you...

You probably know this but just in case, If you plan to also use it as a cutting board make sure what you put on it is food grade.
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 05-18-2020, 12:36 AM
Replies: 317
Views: 59,765
Posted By GeocamperAS
Thanks for doing that Joe. That’s awesome.

Thanks for doing that Joe. That’s awesome.
Forum: Floor Finishes 04-23-2020, 09:04 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,472
Posted By GeocamperAS
I did not use NuCore but did install vinyl plank....

I did not use NuCore but did install vinyl plank. I installed base cabinets before the floor. Then on a warm sunny day with the trailer closed up, I opened the door to find the expansion so great the...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 04-02-2020, 01:34 PM
Replies: 317
Views: 59,765
Posted By GeocamperAS
Yes A 1975

Yes A 1975
Forum: On The Road... 02-22-2020, 03:44 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 6,447
Posted By GeocamperAS
Ka-Chow

Ka-Chow
Forum: On The Road... 02-20-2020, 06:09 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 6,447
Posted By GeocamperAS
We did Route 66 from Illinois to Albuquerque when...

We did Route 66 from Illinois to Albuquerque when we attended the balloon fiesta.
Route 66, back in the day, was all about having a gimmick to attract the traveler to their diner, motel, gas...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 02-17-2020, 07:00 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 570
Posted By GeocamperAS
2017 grand tour EXT 4x4

I am looking at a 2017 Grand Tour Ext 4x4 at a local AS dealer.
Any advice as to the pros and cons about this year and model would be appreciated.

It has under 6,000 miles. I was told it was...
Forum: Plumbing - Systems & Fixtures 02-16-2020, 02:06 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,921
Posted By GeocamperAS
Think about it.... water does not flow uphill....

Think about it.... water does not flow uphill. Your black tank and gray tank is above the floor. The shower drain trap is below the floor.
From the factory 6.0 minuets had the kitchen and bath...
Forum: Plumbing - Systems & Fixtures 02-15-2020, 07:18 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,921
Posted By GeocamperAS
I have a 78 6.0 with the same tank setup as...

I have a 78 6.0 with the same tank setup as yours.
The shower was not plumbed into a tank.
The gray tank you have is for both the kitchen and bathroom sinks.
The shower drain goes into the...
Forum: Winter Living 01-10-2020, 09:40 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,271
Posted By GeocamperAS
Safe travels. Praying for a clear weather window...

Safe travels. Praying for a clear weather window to and from.
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 01-08-2020, 05:22 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,085
Posted By GeocamperAS
Easier to saw it’s against the law then to go...

Easier to saw it’s against the law then to go through a long explanation of “protecting thy butt” for a possible law suit.
If something happened, God forbid, and someone got seriously injured or...
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 01-07-2020, 09:52 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,085
Posted By GeocamperAS
My first thought and most important to me is...

My first thought and most important to me is safety. I want the LP/CO detector on at all times. I don’t want a switch that I might forget to turn on.
Forum: Winter Living 12-29-2019, 06:43 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,271
Posted By GeocamperAS
Thanks for the info. I did check the average...

Thanks for the info.
I did check the average February temperatures on our route between 6 and 10 hours from home. Even at 10 hours it could below freezing at night. So our plan is going to be,...
Forum: Winter Living 12-28-2019, 06:01 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,271
Posted By GeocamperAS
Wisconsin to Texas in February

Heading down to Texas from Wisconsin in February.
How far south do we need to get before de-winterizing?
Thanks
Forum: Our Community 12-02-2019, 05:47 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 6,033
Posted By GeocamperAS
The sink drains and the shower drain meet up with...

The sink drains and the shower drain meet up with each other somewhere before the valve (#1 in your pictures). My understanding is prior to 1970 a gray tank was an option. That seemed to carry on for...
Forum: Our Community 12-02-2019, 10:52 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 6,033
Posted By GeocamperAS
Yes, you DO NOT have a gray tank.

Yes, you DO NOT have a gray tank.
Forum: Our Community 12-01-2019, 06:48 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 6,033
Posted By GeocamperAS
As ‘A W Warn’ said there is a black tank but no...

As ‘A W Warn’ said there is a black tank but no gray tank.

The sinks and shower would drain into a gray tank if you had one. Because you don’t have a gray tank, the drain pipes from the sinks and...
Forum: Trailer Values 10-11-2019, 06:42 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,557
Posted By GeocamperAS
I used Polk Associates LLC. ...

I used Polk Associates LLC.
Polkassociates-llc.com

Jim has attended many airstream rallies.

I had him appraise both of my airstreams.
I emailed him tons of pictures and filled out a form...
Forum: Bumpers & Bumper Storage 09-06-2019, 07:07 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 33,536
Posted By GeocamperAS
That rack has a 77lb max rating

That rack has a 77lb max rating
Forum: On The Road... 09-03-2019, 04:18 AM
Replies: 494
Views: 138,772
Posted By GeocamperAS
If you have grandchildren that are familiar with...

If you have grandchildren that are familiar with the movie Cars, a quick stop in Galena, KS to take a picture of or with ‘Tow Mater’
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 08-30-2019, 07:44 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 33,926
Posted By GeocamperAS
If your Tundra has a factory tow package it is...

If your Tundra has a factory tow package it is rated for 10,500 lbs. the 2020 FC 27FB GVWR is 7,600. Without your belongings 5,868. So you can carry 1,732 of stuff. That’s a lot of stuff.
I would...
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