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Forum: Our Community 05-20-2020, 11:41 AM
Replies: 111
Views: 30,400
Posted By Uncle Bill
Call me at 352-459-9993, I would like to share a...

Call me at 352-459-9993, I would like to share a few facts with you. Info that might help you in the future with issues.
Forum: Trailer Values 01-05-2020, 01:49 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,746
Posted By Uncle Bill
I am selling my 2012 31' Classic Limited. I have...

I am selling my 2012 31' Classic Limited. I have been RV'ing for 50 years and owned 5 different RV's over most of that time. Started in a tent and camped in 49 stated as well as Can. & Mex. I have...
Forum: Airstream Classifieds 12-23-2019, 06:27 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 368
Posted By Uncle Bill
2012 Airstream Classic 31 - Florida

Title: 2012 Airstream Classic 31 - Florida
I just posted a new ad on Airstream Classifieds.

Original Owner - $59,000 / Negotiable

2012 Airstream Classic Limited VIN: 1STEBYR21CJ526608...
Forum: Airstream Classifieds 10-24-2019, 11:31 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 269
Posted By Uncle Bill
Help

How do I alter or make changes to my classified ad? Please do not answer with abbreviations.
Forum: Windows & Screens 10-06-2019, 01:59 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 11,958
Posted By Uncle Bill
I invented a solution for this problem about 6...

I invented a solution for this problem about 6 years ago and it has since been offered as a product called "window poppers". It is safe as the windows are made of tempered safety glass. In short, it...
Forum: 1969 - 1973 Safari 12-23-2018, 10:36 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,853
Posted By Uncle Bill
There is no Quality Control at AS

There is no Quality Control at AS
Forum: Tires 09-13-2018, 08:11 AM
Replies: 245
Views: 84,005
Posted By Uncle Bill
I have been reading and will continue to read...

I have been reading and will continue to read blogs about tires and pressure. I have had lots of experience towing different RV's with different tires running different pressures. I was shocked when...
Forum: Tires 09-04-2018, 03:58 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 8,683
Posted By Uncle Bill
My 2012 Classic came with GM 225x75R15 LR-D...

My 2012 Classic came with GM 225x75R15 LR-D tires. I would like to tell you how many original installed tire I have had blowout using the original and same size tires as replacements. I even replaced...
Forum: Tires 09-02-2018, 10:50 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 8,683
Posted By Uncle Bill
I have been doing the replacement thing since I...

I have been doing the replacement thing since I purchased my 2012 Classic. I have installed Carlisle 10 ply tires and still am blowing them. What we need is what I did for my former 5th wheel....
Forum: Windows, Doors, Locks & Vents 05-16-2018, 01:49 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 14,441
Posted By Uncle Bill
Got it, here are the pictures:flowers:

Got it, here are the pictures:flowers:
Forum: Windows, Doors, Locks & Vents 05-16-2018, 01:36 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 14,441
Posted By Uncle Bill
After 5 years of various supports and two major...

After 5 years of various supports and two major repairs I finally came up with a 1" long piece of aluminum that I glued in place with silicone. The piece must be long enough to not only support the...
Forum: 2011 - 2015 Classic (all lengths) 05-12-2018, 05:30 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,319
Posted By Uncle Bill
You are going to loose your big mirrors in this...

You are going to loose your big mirrors in this step.

Surely, you can get someone to make wood frames and put the mirrors into them. Attach multi-roller assemblies as I described before. This...
Forum: 2011 - 2015 Classic (all lengths) 05-10-2018, 05:01 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,319
Posted By Uncle Bill
Fixing

I have done lots of fixes and upgrades to our trailer. I am retired and have had lots of experience in fixing and even some designing of wood products. I am more than happy to help anyone with a...
Forum: 2011 - 2015 Classic (all lengths) 05-08-2018, 10:24 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 988
Posted By Uncle Bill
Lug Nut Damage

I have a damaged lug nut due to removing one of them while on the side of the highway. The outside skin is deformed and a 3/4" socket does not fit all the way down to assure proper nut torque. Does...
Forum: 2011 - 2015 Classic (all lengths) 05-08-2018, 10:13 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,319
Posted By Uncle Bill
Thumbs up Sliding glass/mirrored doors

I had the same problem with these doors jumping off the track and even breaking the latches. I made two Hickory door frames about 1-1/2" wide, had the mirrors cut down to fit into the cutout channel...
Forum: 2011 - 2015 Classic (all lengths) 05-08-2018, 09:59 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,105
Posted By Uncle Bill
Shower Door Fix

I had the same problem with my 2012 Classic Limited 31'. After about 4 repairs and before moving the trailer again I installed a small aluminum block under the hinge side of the door. The block must...
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 11-08-2014, 10:08 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 7,192
Posted By Uncle Bill
I have a shut-off valve just before the filter...

I have a shut-off valve just before the filter which I turned off before removing the old filter.
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 11-08-2014, 10:06 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 7,192
Posted By Uncle Bill
I have a 2012 CL and it has the same water filter...

I have a 2012 CL and it has the same water filter under the kitchen sink. I had difficulty locating the led and how it is supposed to work. I have never seen any led indication and had to contact...
Forum: On The Road... 10-24-2014, 02:52 PM
Replies: 182
Views: 23,039
Posted By Uncle Bill
I am making this my final reply to this blog. It...

I am making this my final reply to this blog. It has been great to read all of the entries and make travel plans as well as the trip.

I want to thank all that shared information making our...
Forum: General Repair Forum 09-04-2014, 07:08 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 10,433
Posted By Uncle Bill
I just encountered a shower door problem on a...

I just encountered a shower door problem on a trip to Alaska. The pivot pin at the bottom of the hinge broke and the door dropped to the door Sill. There was no fixing it while on the road, making...
Forum: On The Road... 07-04-2014, 07:29 AM
Replies: 182
Views: 23,039
Posted By Uncle Bill
We are back in the lower 48. Yes our trip was a...

We are back in the lower 48. Yes our trip was a very short one. I do not want to sound negative, so will keep this short. The scenery everywhere we went was beautiful when you could see past the...
Forum: On The Road... 06-07-2014, 08:14 AM
Replies: 182
Views: 23,039
Posted By Uncle Bill
I have a quick question for "Bus Driver". If it...

I have a quick question for "Bus Driver". If it is cold there in the mornings, what do you do for heat? Do you run a generator? Or, use the furnace? Mrs. Bus Driver, how do you handle no-showers? I...
Forum: On The Road... 06-07-2014, 08:03 AM
Replies: 182
Views: 23,039
Posted By Uncle Bill
It is wonderful to read all your adventures as we...

It is wonderful to read all your adventures as we are way behind. We managed to get to Rapid City, SD where we are in a holding pattern. Both of us have some kind of virus affecting the digestive...
Forum: On The Road... 05-30-2014, 05:07 AM
Replies: 182
Views: 23,039
Posted By Uncle Bill
:blush:Who were you focused on putting shoes on...

:blush:Who were you focused on putting shoes on and who was it that you were glad he was not hungry? Just a little confused who "He" was.:blush:
Uncle Bill

Monday morning we pull...
Forum: On The Road... 05-22-2014, 06:11 AM
Replies: 182
Views: 23,039
Posted By Uncle Bill
Correction from Uncle Bill.......The product,...

Correction from Uncle Bill.......The product, plastic cardboard is from Home Depot, not Lowes. SORRY
Forum: On The Road... 05-22-2014, 06:05 AM
Replies: 182
Views: 23,039
Posted By Uncle Bill
Not started yet. We plan on pulling out on June...

Not started yet. We plan on pulling out on June 2nd. Getting anxious, though.

A quick THANK YOU to those posting here. I can not thank each of you enough. Lots of good information. I now have...
Forum: On The Road... 05-19-2014, 06:18 AM
Replies: 182
Views: 23,039
Posted By Uncle Bill
We are just 2 weeks away from blast-off, heading...

We are just 2 weeks away from blast-off, heading for AK. From FL we will be traveling thru the states for about 5 days before crossing the CAN border in Montana. WE have enjoyed the posts thus far. I...
Forum: On The Road... 04-10-2014, 05:47 PM
Replies: 182
Views: 23,039
Posted By Uncle Bill
Since I am pretty new to working with "Forums", I...

Since I am pretty new to working with "Forums", I am confused. :angry: How do I include a photo "img" within my message? When I click on the "Insert Image" icon above, it wants a url of the photo. I...
Forum: On The Road... 04-03-2014, 05:37 AM
Replies: 182
Views: 23,039
Posted By Uncle Bill
One more quick question....Do I really need to...

One more quick question....Do I really need to protect the front of my trailer? I am towing a 2012 31' Classic Limited with a 2002 GMC dually that I have outfitted with standard dully mud flaps. I...
Forum: On The Road... 04-03-2014, 05:11 AM
Replies: 182
Views: 23,039
Posted By Uncle Bill
Hello kcbwil, I have enjoyed reading all...

Hello kcbwil,

I have enjoyed reading all the information you have provided. I appreciate all the time and effort to send these blogs. I know it is not easy and requires a lot of time. Our plans...
Forum: On The Road... 02-03-2014, 06:07 PM
Replies: 182
Views: 23,039
Posted By Uncle Bill
WOW, Great Information

My wife and I are planning the big trip this summer, June - August. I appreciate all the info you provided, but I have one more request....Not wanting to drive with a lot of back-tracking we would...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 01-23-2014, 07:33 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 997
Posted By Uncle Bill
Vehicle Maintenance on the road

Hello Diesel Truck owners....

I am planning on a trip to Alaska this summer and it looks like I will be on the road for about 15,000 miles. That is a long time for a diesel truck to go between...
Forum: On The Road... 01-20-2014, 08:11 AM
Replies: 182
Views: 23,039
Posted By Uncle Bill
Uncle Bill here again with another quick...

Uncle Bill here again with another quick question...I am still planning on my trip to Alaska by entering Canada thru Montana, passing thru Lethbridge. I have seen with Google that I can make a...
Forum: On The Road... 01-13-2014, 05:32 PM
Replies: 182
Views: 23,039
Posted By Uncle Bill
WOW! Good to see someone else is planning close...

WOW! Good to see someone else is planning close to the same trip as my wife and I are this summer. We live at The Villages, Florida and are planning a trip to Alaska this summer. We have the 2013...
Forum: 2011 - 2015 Classic (all lengths) 11-22-2013, 09:58 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,947
Posted By Uncle Bill
This oil can popping has been with us ever since...

This oil can popping has been with us ever since we have owned our trailer. It is worse in cooler weather. While at Jackson Center we had the tecks look at it and installed some additional metal...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 11-18-2013, 01:47 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 15,517
Posted By Uncle Bill
I encountered a similiar situation this past...

I encountered a similiar situation this past spring. I connected my trailer to my home circuit as I prepared to take a trip. My trailer is wired for 120 volt 30 amp only. Everything worked as normal...
Forum: Windows, Doors, Locks & Vents 10-15-2013, 05:50 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 8,044
Posted By Uncle Bill
Where did you get the 3M 5200? I am always...

Where did you get the 3M 5200? I am always looking for a good adhesive. I am pleased that at least someone else likes my idea. I have heard and seen some questions written here as to the possibility...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 09-29-2013, 02:31 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 11,879
Posted By Uncle Bill
We have vinyl floor that is most likely the same....

We have vinyl floor that is most likely the same. And, it is a bad choice for an RV. It gets dirty very quickly. So far we have found the best way to clean it is by down on your knees with mild soap...
Forum: Windows, Doors, Locks & Vents 09-24-2013, 05:52 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 8,044
Posted By Uncle Bill
Since the screw is on the inside of the window, I...

Since the screw is on the inside of the window, I did not use anything. I did not think it was necessary.
Forum: Windows, Doors, Locks & Vents 09-24-2013, 06:21 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 8,044
Posted By Uncle Bill
I will send additional photos upon request as...

I will send additional photos upon request as attachments to an email if you need them. Uncle Bill
Forum: Windows, Doors, Locks & Vents 09-24-2013, 06:19 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 8,044
Posted By Uncle Bill
I purchased 1/4 aluminum rod stock at Lowe's in a...

I purchased 1/4 aluminum rod stock at Lowe's in a 36" long piece. This were cut into pieces about 3 inches long (one piece for each push pin). The plastic caps are the ones used on the ends of wire...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 09-23-2013, 03:48 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,652
Posted By Uncle Bill
Never connect or disconnect any power connection...

Never connect or disconnect any power connection with power present. Always turn off the breaker at the source before connecting or disconnecting your power cable. Once the connection has been made,...
Forum: Windows, Doors, Locks & Vents 09-23-2013, 01:54 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 8,044
Posted By Uncle Bill
Thumbs up Window opener

Have you ever wanted to open a window without going outside to pry the window loose. That was the beginning of my fix.

I made small puh pins mounted from the inside, through the screen to the...
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