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Forum: Interior Restoration Forum Yesterday, 10:19 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 442
Posted By rideair
Here you go with all you need to know, page 14 ...

Here you go with all you need to know, page 14

https://www.airstream.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/1974-travel-trailer-airstream-owner-s-manual-54.pdf
Forum: Interior Restoration Forum Yesterday, 09:51 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 442
Posted By rideair
hyunjae Noh, Don't know what you have/have...

hyunjae Noh,

Don't know what you have/have not done to your trailer, but I doubt you have a "Airstream's GVWR is 10000" unless you have done some heavy mods to the frame and axles on that trailer....
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls Yesterday, 08:40 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,462
Posted By rideair
Anyone wanting to know the facts vs fiction of...

Anyone wanting to know the facts vs fiction of WD/Sway, I'd suggest doing a search for "Andy Rogozinski" on the forums. He made everyone else look like they were running in slow motion on the...
Forum: On The Road... 04-10-2024, 09:58 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 4,154
Posted By rideair
I can see the following coming: Required by...

I can see the following coming:

Required by 1/26 all travel-trailers manufactured in the USA must come with a "Auto Locking Door System" when the trailer reached a speed of 5mph or greater.
...
Forum: On The Road... 04-10-2024, 07:44 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 4,154
Posted By rideair
As I stated in an earlier post: My guess, this...

As I stated in an earlier post: My guess, this morning you have three sets of folks each sitting around their respective table discussing the accident. Family members, Law Enforcement and Airstream...
Forum: On The Road... 04-09-2024, 06:27 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 4,154
Posted By rideair
First let me say, very sad event, and thoughts...

First let me say, very sad event, and thoughts are with the family over the loss of a family member.

My guess, this morning you have three sets of folks each sitting around their respective table...
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 03-14-2024, 06:40 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 3,907
Posted By rideair
You can always fill it with the right stuff. ...

You can always fill it with the right stuff.

Purchase a POL connection propane tube allowing you a way to transfer propane from a 20-pound tank to your new 30lbs RV tanks.

This connector will...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 03-01-2024, 11:50 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 5,523
Posted By rideair
As someone that has lived with both types of...

As someone that has lived with both types of systems for home use, one is far better than the other, and even your standard old septic tank can be upgraded to be far better than it currently is...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 02-29-2024, 02:01 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 12,680
Posted By rideair
Question: Hey "Park Guy" in charge, I want to...

Question: Hey "Park Guy" in charge, I want to make sure, I understand something correctly. It's illegal for me to allow my gray water to run on the ground from my camper correct? Answer: "Sir, if you...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 02-27-2024, 11:46 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 5,523
Posted By rideair
I only use the Keen-Tank method, though did make...

I only use the Keen-Tank method, though did make a slight adjustment by using both Lavender Pinesole and Lavender Calgone bath beads. I can honestly say now, my poop don't sink!

Enjoy,
Forum: Refrigerators 02-08-2024, 03:45 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,970
Posted By rideair
The only thing I will add to the things pointed...

The only thing I will add to the things pointed out about propane, "How full are the propane tanks?" I've found near empty tanks will also give off a stronger odor when burning than when they are...
Forum: Axles 02-07-2024, 08:25 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 929
Posted By rideair
AlbertF, Yes, perpendicular. The reason is...

AlbertF,

Yes, perpendicular. The reason is this, I'm installing an RV pedestal, 50/30/20amp box which will be surrounded by evergreen bushes to hide it. As you're pulling into the property, if the...
Forum: Axles 02-06-2024, 04:00 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 929
Posted By rideair
Standard Center Axle Distance?

I’m looking to install an Airstream parking location on a piece of property. But, not wanting to install the standard parking pad in an effort to keep it somewhat hidden. My thought is this, install...
Forum: Clearcoat, Exterior Paint & Trim 01-29-2024, 01:16 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,150
Posted By rideair
The folks at P&S will provide the best “even...

The folks at P&S will provide the best “even looking” polish job you’ll ever see. The trailer will not have the “clouding” look often seen on highly polished trailers, this is due to the process they...
Forum: On The Road... 01-29-2024, 10:45 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,688
Posted By rideair
Propane licensing is a very interesting subject...

Propane licensing is a very interesting subject and what folks learn during the process.

Years ago (before getting my own refueling station), I went to a service station to get my hot air balloon...
Forum: On The Road... 01-23-2024, 11:16 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,688
Posted By rideair
You can always fill it with the right stuff. ...

You can always fill it with the right stuff.

Purchase a used "Worthington Hot Air Balloon" 10 gallon propane tank, can be found all day long for less than $100.00 on any used hot air balloon...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 01-22-2024, 04:36 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 25,949
Posted By rideair
Shari, I'm with you. Started with a 1970...

Shari,

I'm with you. Started with a 1970 Safari Special (still own), then to a 1966 Overlander (still own) then a 1966 Safari (sold, but have first right), then a 1956 Front Kitchen (still own),...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 01-22-2024, 12:46 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 6,498
Posted By rideair
jcl, The 4R100 auto trans is a very good...

jcl,

The 4R100 auto trans is a very good transmission (except those built from Sept. 2001-May of 2002). I put over 370,000 miles on my Excursion before replacing it and it was still going, and...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 01-22-2024, 11:05 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 6,498
Posted By rideair
As I stated, the 1999-2003 Ford Powerstroke 7.3...

As I stated, the 1999-2003 Ford Powerstroke 7.3 has been voted the most reliable of any new truck built over the past 25 years. I fully understand the love of the Cummins engine. A budy of mine...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 01-20-2024, 08:32 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 6,498
Posted By rideair
If you are wanting to know "Who makes the most...

If you are wanting to know "Who makes the most reliable Diesel powertrain?"

The answer would be the 1999-2003 Ford PowerStroke Super-Duty, 7.3 powertrain.

This engine/truck/etc. has been voted...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 01-14-2024, 03:56 PM
Replies: 573
Views: 81,656
Posted By rideair
If you've ever seen some of my past posts, you...

If you've ever seen some of my past posts, you might think, I'm against EV's.

I am not!! :brows:

And to prove that I'm not against EV's, I've already installed an outdoor box at my house...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 01-13-2024, 08:51 PM
Replies: 216
Views: 38,946
Posted By rideair
As the old saying goes: Taxes are Fines for...

As the old saying goes:

Taxes are Fines for doing Good, Fines are Taxes for doing Bad.

Not sure if this is the case, but maybe the companies will be able to write off the fines and cost to fix...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 01-13-2024, 05:03 PM
Replies: 216
Views: 38,946
Posted By rideair
Never forget, a company is run by Lawyers,...

Never forget, a company is run by Lawyers, Bean-Counters, Sales and Engineers. My guess, each had input into the decision as to how the product should be made to some level (maybe more than others)...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 01-13-2024, 10:59 AM
Replies: 216
Views: 38,946
Posted By rideair
To get us back on subject, we all should be...

To get us back on subject, we all should be asking ourselves regardless of your viewpoint:

“Why did the manufacture feel the need to do whatever they did right or wrong?”

Was it for more...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 01-13-2024, 07:22 AM
Replies: 216
Views: 38,946
Posted By rideair
It just amazes me how those deniers, conspiracy...

It just amazes me how those deniers, conspiracy theorist, corruption proponents, cover-ups folks, from Bad-Booze during the prohibition, MK-ULTRA in the 60’s to the government spying on you in the...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 01-12-2024, 04:45 PM
Replies: 216
Views: 38,946
Posted By rideair
There’s only one solution to all these problems...

There’s only one solution to all these problems and that’s to implement a world like “Logan’s Run”.

Per-Wikipedia: “It depicts a utopian future society on the surface, revealed as a dystopia...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 01-12-2024, 06:54 AM
Replies: 216
Views: 38,946
Posted By rideair
Well, based on the percentage of people who drink...

Well, based on the percentage of people who drink alcohol or soda every day, I'm not sure "Clean Water" is really an issue.

"According to the 2022 NSDUH, 172.7 million adults ages 18 and older...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 01-12-2024, 06:11 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,860
Posted By rideair
Well, in the eyes of the "IRS", businesses have...

Well, in the eyes of the "IRS", businesses have to report anyone using a "Cashier's Check" for purchases over $10K, so they must be better (like a money order), but they don't have to report someone...
Forum: Airstream History 01-09-2024, 06:04 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 988
Posted By rideair
There's just something about the look of a...

There's just something about the look of a convertible pulling an Airstream. Hope to someday get a 50's era car to go with my 1956 front-kitchen trailer, but for now the 1962 Galaxie will have to do.
Forum: Airstream History 01-09-2024, 11:11 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 988
Posted By rideair
How about 60's era Airstreams and Tow Rigs taken...

How about 60's era Airstreams and Tow Rigs taken in the 2000's?
Forum: Boondocking 01-06-2024, 10:29 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 931
Posted By rideair
Question: Hey "Park Guy" in charge, I want to...

Question: Hey "Park Guy" in charge, I want to make sure, I understand something correctly. It's illegal for me to allow my gray water to run on the ground from my camper correct? Answer: "Sir, if you...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 01-02-2024, 07:53 AM
Replies: 216
Views: 38,946
Posted By rideair
As the owner Ford products, (4) 7.3 Diesels, (1)...

As the owner Ford products, (4) 7.3 Diesels, (1) 6.0 and (2) Mercedes 2006 E320-CDI (before Bluetec) with a combined mileage of over 1,000,000 miles on the 7.3's and 250K on the CDI's, I can tell...
Forum: Doors & Locks 01-01-2024, 06:55 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 602
Posted By rideair
Airstream Door and Trabant Adjustment The Same?

Though, I'll be the first to say, the method to adjust your Airstream main door has been used by many of us here on the forums, I did have to laugh when watching another video this evening on the...
Forum: Buyer Guidelines 12-31-2023, 04:19 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,940
Posted By rideair
This is all you need to know: ...

This is all you need to know:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lQUJsbRV8qM
Forum: Tow Vehicles 12-31-2023, 12:02 PM
Replies: 573
Views: 81,656
Posted By rideair
I’ve spent about $1,000 replacing the battery...

I’ve spent about $1,000 replacing the battery every five years in my 2002 Excursion (7.3 diesel), it has over 436,000 miles, with a 44-gallon tank at 12mpg, I have no range anxiety knowing I can...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 12-27-2023, 04:17 PM
Replies: 216
Views: 38,946
Posted By rideair
@geirws The answer to your question would be...

@geirws

The answer to your question would be a "Drill Baby Drill" :lol:
Forum: Tow Vehicles 12-27-2023, 12:59 PM
Replies: 216
Views: 38,946
Posted By rideair
And to think, no more than about forty years ago...

And to think, no more than about forty years ago our Canadian friends actually did a song about this very problem. Great Song, sadly how true it's becoming. It's worth watching on the link, best...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 12-27-2023, 08:17 AM
Replies: 216
Views: 38,946
Posted By rideair
No common thread here, other than people live...

No common thread here, other than people live there.:angel:

Did you mean CARB states? What about the other 13?

CARB states include California, but also

Connecticut
Delaware
Maine
Maryland
Forum: Tow Vehicles 12-25-2023, 09:05 AM
Replies: 216
Views: 38,946
Posted By rideair
This is from 1/21/2020, enough to make your...

This is from 1/21/2020, enough to make your head-spin. It hasn't gotten any better.
...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 12-23-2023, 04:53 PM
Replies: 216
Views: 38,946
Posted By rideair
The Feds have been going after diesel autos for...

The Feds have been going after diesel autos for many years, I can remember as far back as the 2003/2004 model year requiring the Ford Powerstroke to have an EGR system in the 6.0 and is why even to...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 12-23-2023, 01:25 PM
Replies: 216
Views: 38,946
Posted By rideair
You lie to the government, they either fine you...

You lie to the government, they either fine you or put you in prison.
When the government lies to us, they get donations and it’s called being a politician.
If a company misunderstands the rules...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 12-23-2023, 08:36 AM
Replies: 216
Views: 38,946
Posted By rideair
Imagine a company providing a product that...

Imagine a company providing a product that consumers actually want and not being forced to buy or given tax incentives to do so. Folks bought these trucks based on their needs and desires. Maybe the...
Forum: Floor Finishes 12-21-2023, 06:24 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,508
Posted By rideair
I've always been a big fan of put the flooring...

I've always been a big fan of put the flooring you need, where it is better suited.

Example: In both my 1966 Overlander and a 1970 Safari Special, carpet goes in the living/bedroom area, though...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 12-12-2023, 09:22 AM
Replies: 573
Views: 81,656
Posted By rideair
Maybe, we should just get to use what's best for...

Maybe, we should just get to use what's best for our own personal needs based on how and where we live. Example, I use Fuel Oil for heat, Propane gas for cooking and Electric for hot water and...
Forum: Photography 12-08-2023, 05:17 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,574
Posted By rideair
@SteveNdebbie, Yep, Powerpoint can do a...

@SteveNdebbie,

Yep, Powerpoint can do a great job with a simple artwork project. As you found, simply copy image into ppt, edit using built in tools, save as .jpeg, then edit the size of the .jpeg...
Forum: Photography 12-07-2023, 08:59 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,574
Posted By rideair
See ya there after the bar closes, but you're...

See ya there after the bar closes, but you're paying for half the room :lol:
Forum: Tow Vehicles 12-01-2023, 11:47 AM
Replies: 102
Views: 6,483
Posted By rideair
Could it be a fun toy, sure? Something to try and...

Could it be a fun toy, sure? Something to try and impress a bunch of people you don’t know, Ok.

As someone that really uses a truck and have for many years, I would not go out and buy one to use...
Forum: 1955 - 1957 Bubble 11-06-2023, 05:37 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 562
Posted By rideair
As others have stated, it would be good to know...

As others have stated, it would be good to know if the heater is original or not. Pictures would help get you the correct information. If the trailer is an original "Park Model" it will have an...
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 11-05-2023, 09:03 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,029
Posted By rideair
Good/Bad, everyone's mind works a little...

Good/Bad, everyone's mind works a little different. Living in a 100-year-old house, I repair things all the time and think "What were they thinking?" Own a German car and your mind will go mad.
...
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 11-04-2023, 05:10 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,029
Posted By rideair
The job should require nothing more than basic...

The job should require nothing more than basic hand tools. The hard part could be sliding under the trailer to do the repair unless you weigh 125 pounds. What I do find interesting about the picture...
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