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Forum: General Appliance Topics 11-19-2015, 09:53 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,311
Posted By walter1
Refrigerator storage

Basic trailer refrigerator storage question:
How do you store for weeks or several months?

Dometic RM2551. Gas & electricity turned off, trailer interior heated.

Store with door shut tight...
Forum: Plumbing - Systems & Fixtures 06-14-2015, 11:31 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,200
Posted By walter1
That's a great fix. I want one. Mine never...

That's a great fix. I want one.

Mine never leaked until I parked it in Alaska for 2 winters....learned a lot about
what freezing does to things.
Forum: On The Road... 06-08-2015, 10:07 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,686
Posted By walter1
No hat?!?

Seriously? You guys don't wear hats?!? It rains and snows and sun will burn head>>>

"A man is not completely dressed without a hat".
Grandmother Bergeron, Amherst, Mass, 1960....I suppose I'm...
Forum: Wheels, Hubs & Bearings 06-08-2015, 11:48 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,852
Posted By walter1
Thanks. That thread show the same spare carry...

Thanks. That thread show the same spare carry that came on my '64.

2 spares>>>good.
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 06-08-2015, 11:43 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,739
Posted By walter1
Yep, I'd plug holes with Olympic rivets...I'll...

Yep, I'd plug holes with Olympic rivets...I'll even give you the rivets for the plaque.
Forum: Plumbing - Systems & Fixtures 06-08-2015, 11:32 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,200
Posted By walter1
I doubt any Canadian home water system presses...

I doubt any Canadian home water system presses the limit, eh? Lucky to have flow....Q=VA.

No idea why the top cap is gone. I suspect your relief valve needs replacing...soon. Not too bad a job if...
Forum: Wheels, Hubs & Bearings 06-06-2015, 01:22 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,852
Posted By walter1
Where / what did you buy for aluminum wheels (and...

Where / what did you buy for aluminum wheels (and hub caps that fit)?

I expect a dab of aircraft epoxy would seal the air leak, with tire off, and make a viable spare,spare for road trips.

I...
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 06-06-2015, 01:11 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,739
Posted By walter1
my "guess" is also name plate holder for owner....

my "guess" is also name plate holder for owner. Looks period correct, like you could have a new filler plate engraved and slip in from one end?

I've seen several vintage Airstreams with original...
Forum: Wheels, Hubs & Bearings 06-06-2015, 10:04 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,852
Posted By walter1
Thanks Jim, I'm expecting with tire removed I...

Thanks Jim,
I'm expecting with tire removed I could have the weld repaired from inside wheel, or 2 part epoxy over the very small (<1/64") leak spot and get it to hold....

Just not sure of safety...
Forum: Plumbing - Systems & Fixtures 06-05-2015, 11:27 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,200
Posted By walter1
pressure relief valve

pressure relief valve.

Mine is marked 75 psi. I have similar leak...only leaks (out bottom drain tube) when pump is on or city water pressure turned on.

Replaceable. Also seeking solutions.
Forum: Wheels, Hubs & Bearings 06-05-2015, 09:30 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,852
Posted By walter1
wheel leak

I have a wheel that leaks air. 1964 Safari.

This drove Les Schwab Tire guys nuts.

Wheel leaks air. Wheel leaks, not tire.

Has anyone experienced a leaking wheel before??

After 2...
Forum: WBCCI Forum 04-16-2015, 12:11 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,699
Posted By walter1
Thank you. Just what I wanted to know.

Thank you. Just what I wanted to know.
Forum: WBCCI Forum 04-15-2015, 09:36 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,699
Posted By walter1
original owner number search

Can someone with a 1960's directory please look up this original owner club number for names and home town?

10325

1964 Safari.
Youse guys looked this up for me 10 years ago, but I...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 06-27-2013, 11:20 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 7,509
Posted By walter1
Hey Bob, Where did you find tent that small?

Hey Bob,
Where did you find tent that small?
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 06-26-2013, 07:27 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 7,509
Posted By walter1
Thanks for the tips and great ideas. I have...

Thanks for the tips and great ideas.
I have just the spare used tent to repurpose for such use.
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 06-25-2013, 07:53 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 7,509
Posted By walter1
Honda 2000i in the rain?

How do you cover/run a Honda generator when it's raining out?

Anyone built a portable lean to type rain shelter etc?

Never needed it in the rain before, but it's raining hard over Donner...
Forum: 1964 Bambi II 01-14-2012, 09:59 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,702
Posted By walter1
how'd you do it?

how'd you do it?
Forum: Title, VIN & Registration 12-22-2011, 07:33 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,761
Posted By walter1
Thanks for ideas. I'll practice...and then...

Thanks for ideas. I'll practice...and then probably pay the man.
Forum: Title, VIN & Registration 12-21-2011, 10:45 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,761
Posted By walter1
Serial Number Plate engraving/stamping

VTS sells nice reproduction Airstream Land Yacht serial number plates.
My original is legible and legal but beyond restoration.

Does anyone know where I can get numbers stamped/engraved on new...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 12-18-2011, 11:46 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,467
Posted By walter1
Dorrito fix

Great job of doing, documenting and sharing. Thanks for posting.

One tail light tip I learned while restoring the old galvanized tail light housings on my restored '66 Volvo 122S:

I cleaned...
Forum: Full-Timing, Winter Living & Workamping 09-16-2011, 08:50 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,741
Posted By walter1
Eureka !

Dear Airstream Community,

Directly due to Act of US Congress, my job is to be abolished :mad: and I have been involuntarily transferred to work in Eureka California with $500 per month reduction...
Forum: On The Road... 07-24-2011, 10:39 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,430
Posted By walter1
Thanks for starting this thread. We're headed to...

Thanks for starting this thread. We're headed to Olympic National Park from California via I-5 to Seattle in two weeks.

Please keep us informed on how the camp grounds fare and any good...
Forum: Stoves, Ovens & Microwaves 04-26-2011, 11:38 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,797
Posted By walter1
which part#

WHOA!! Score!

Do you recall which specific Robert Shaw thermostat part number you purchased from the stoveparts.net page?

Did you have any issues installing, hooking it up?

I've spent way...
Forum: Stoves, Ovens & Microwaves 04-19-2011, 11:29 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,797
Posted By walter1
Not yet, I've been looking for 5 years...not...

Not yet, I've been looking for 5 years...not giving up yet...I want brownies!

Antiquegasstoves tested mine...bad. They can rebuild, almost $200.

I'm collecting old ones to reverse engineer a...
Forum: Wheels, Hubs & Bearings 03-30-2011, 10:44 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,119
Posted By walter1
Been there, smashed that moon! I bought new...

Been there, smashed that moon!

I bought new rims (Inland...great!) and new baby moons.

Three smashed moons later I gave up and called Andy.
Helpful as always.

Seems baby moons don't fit the...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 02-15-2011, 01:11 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 5,900
Posted By walter1
Hey Ultradog, Sweet 8N! What's with the...

Hey Ultradog,

Sweet 8N! What's with the duct tape and cardboard on brake pedals and running board?
Forum: Off Topic Forum 02-15-2011, 01:06 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 5,900
Posted By walter1
1952 Ford 8N tractor (a tractor on every farm to...

1952 Ford 8N tractor (a tractor on every farm to replace horse)
1930 Ford Model A (car in every garage to replace horse)
1947 Indian Chief (Postwar America is bigger and better, replace horse)
...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 02-06-2011, 11:50 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 53,412
Posted By walter1
No photo of mine.Here's what I bought: ...

No photo of mine.Here's what I bought:

Larger Image | Aubuchon Hardware (https://www.hardwarestore.com/pop-print/larger-image.aspx?prodNo=7420)

Blue Mist Tote, 18 Gal # 2215CPDIM by Rubbermaid...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 02-06-2011, 12:55 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 53,412
Posted By walter1
For my Honda EU2000i storage I bought: One...

For my Honda EU2000i storage I bought:

One Rubbermaid Roughneck 18 gallon bin (the silver one pictured with flat lid) AND one 32 gallon Rubbermaid Roughneck Trashcan (comes with raised lid). Both...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 02-01-2011, 10:06 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 13,318
Posted By walter1
Ok, dumb question: Is it possible to lift shell...

Ok, dumb question: Is it possible to lift shell and remove frame without completely gutting interior?
Forum: Roof Vents, Skylights & Fans 01-29-2011, 10:39 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,343
Posted By walter1
Where's the least expensive place to purchase a...

Where's the least expensive place to purchase a fantastic fan on line?
Forum: Upholstery, Blinds, Walls & Interior Finishes 01-25-2011, 11:18 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,527
Posted By walter1
I'm photo challenged. I'll try when I get home...

I'm photo challenged. I'll try when I get home next week.
Forum: Stoves, Ovens & Microwaves 01-25-2011, 11:14 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,222
Posted By walter1
Thanks jerbear315, When you get to it I'll...

Thanks jerbear315,
When you get to it I'll still be interested. I'm trying to fix mine and other airstreamers ovens.

StanZ, thanks, I can come down to Vallejo and get your old one.
I'll write...
Forum: Stoves, Ovens & Microwaves 01-19-2011, 09:33 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,222
Posted By walter1
Hey jerbear315, if you replace your unit I'm...

Hey jerbear315,
if you replace your unit I'm interested in parts from your old one. The thermostat and safety valve for sure, perhaps the oven rack and broiler pan.
The pilot unit seems to be...
Forum: Audio, Video & TV 01-18-2011, 09:33 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,294
Posted By walter1
Great. Thanks for photo. Mine has same bolts on...

Great. Thanks for photo. Mine has same bolts on outside.
How was the antenna wire/cable attached?
How did you access the nuts (does this mean I have to remove an interior wall panel)?
Forum: Audio, Video & TV 01-16-2011, 02:21 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,294
Posted By walter1
Hey SilverHoot, Please keep us informed how...

Hey SilverHoot,
Please keep us informed how your fix goes. I have similar antenna issues.

When you get it apart could you please post photos of how it goes together (ball joint, mount, antenna...
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 01-08-2011, 12:41 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 8,510
Posted By walter1
These guys are giving you great advise. You can...

These guys are giving you great advise. You can do it.

I bought the tools (cutter, bender, double flaring kit, proper "tube fitting" wrenches, leak detector) and installed new shut off valve and...
Forum: Stoves, Ovens & Microwaves 01-01-2011, 05:48 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,222
Posted By walter1
The 1960's Magic Chef ovens used in Airstreams...

The 1960's Magic Chef ovens used in Airstreams seem to have a common thread: thermostat or safety valve goes bad, or the 1/8" gas line from safety valve to pilot unit breaks due to vibration. Parts...
Forum: Clearcoat, Exterior Paint & Trim 01-01-2011, 02:36 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,582
Posted By walter1
How's you make the decal? Cute

How's you make the decal?

Cute
Forum: Off Topic Forum 01-01-2011, 01:55 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 6,206
Posted By walter1
Hmm, you're traveling cross country in a motor...

Hmm, you're traveling cross country in a motor home with a 9 and 15 year old and an easy to grab loaded shotgun, camping in free places, shopping at Walmart...what could go wrong???

Oh drat, I...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 12-31-2010, 12:21 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 8,279
Posted By walter1
Cool, I mean HOT! That thing should pump out...

Cool, I mean HOT!

That thing should pump out heat.

Looks as if you like projects so:
RANCO heater control valve kits are available.
NAPA #660-1000 seals fix many old car control valves.
...
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 12-21-2010, 12:23 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,153
Posted By walter1
Excelent idea. Thanks for sharing. Simple, clean,...

Excelent idea. Thanks for sharing. Simple, clean, effective.

These kind of ideas help a lot. Please post more!
Forum: Stella's Kitchen 12-18-2010, 10:25 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,416
Posted By walter1
Sweet! If I can get oven thermostat working...

Sweet!
If I can get oven thermostat working I'll bake some too.

Very creative.
Forum: Stoves, Ovens & Microwaves 12-18-2010, 10:23 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,269
Posted By walter1
Thanks folks. Folks here have been SO helpful for...

Thanks folks. Folks here have been SO helpful for years in keeping my 64 Safari traveling...now I want to give back by helping us ALL bake cookies. (and put these kid engineers to work).

I'll try,...
Forum: Stoves, Ovens & Microwaves 12-18-2010, 06:00 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,269
Posted By walter1
PERFECT! Thanks, just the help I'm after. I...

PERFECT!
Thanks, just the help I'm after. I know there are a bunch of these buried sheds out there. If we can scrounge enough of them, and risk blowing up MY guys, we may find a solution.

Anytime...
Forum: Stoves, Ovens & Microwaves 12-18-2010, 02:55 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,269
Posted By walter1
WANTED: Magic Chef Oven Thermostats

CALLING ALL THERMOSTATS!! Project help needed.

I want your used, old, inoperative oven thermostat. Will gladly pay postage for you to send them, buy them if you want.

I'm collecting used oven...
Forum: General Motorhome Topics 12-14-2010, 08:40 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,356
Posted By walter1
Sweet. Newest here is 1991 Volvo, then '66...

Sweet.

Newest here is 1991 Volvo, then '66 Volvo 122, then 1930 Model A, with '52 Ford 8N tractor for working and '47 Indian Chief for fun.

None of those fancy GPS equipped/computer run cars...
Forum: General Motorhome Topics 12-14-2010, 07:20 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,356
Posted By walter1
Thanks. I think the temp sensor in new cars...

Thanks.

I think the temp sensor in new cars is somewhere near the left front corner of the front bumper. Not having a car built this century, I wouldn't know.

Thanks again. Any ideas on where...
Forum: General Motorhome Topics 12-14-2010, 05:30 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,356
Posted By walter1
How and specifically where is sensor (thermister)...

How and specifically where is sensor (thermister) mounted underneath?
Is it shielded in any way?

I am installing digital indoor/outdoor hard wired thermometer. I don't want radio transmitter...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 12-14-2010, 05:17 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,482
Posted By walter1
Andy is right (DUH). THAT swivel socket hasn't...

Andy is right (DUH). THAT swivel socket hasn't been available for many years. However, if you go to lighting store, thrift store, Wallymart, Target etc you can find lights that use similar swivel....
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