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Forum: Windows & Screens 03-27-2024, 06:15 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 602
Posted By crazycuda
dont know if you ever found a replacement but i...

dont know if you ever found a replacement but i am currently in the process of making my own from delrin plastic which i am routing down to the dimensions
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 05-26-2023, 08:56 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 7,090
Posted By crazycuda
has anyone attempted to do some sort of...

has anyone attempted to do some sort of recreation or reproduction of these? I have an idea on how to make these, in low volume but dont want to waste time if someone else has done so
Forum: 1974 - 1979 Sovereign 06-30-2022, 12:26 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 4,629
Posted By crazycuda
can you go into detail on what router bits and...

can you go into detail on what router bits and techniques did you use to router down the edge of the coosa. I am about to do similar myself in about 3 weeks
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 06-29-2022, 09:00 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,596
Posted By crazycuda
Update: I reached out to Coosa Composites...

Update:

I reached out to Coosa Composites for a local distributor in West Michigan for Coosa Bluewater 26 sheets. The directed me to Total Plastics and I was able to order the sheets for my...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 06-14-2022, 06:44 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,596
Posted By crazycuda
Where to buy Coosa in West Michigan

so after some debate I think I want to fully price out the Coosa bluewater 20 or 26 for my 77 Sovereign but am having issues finding where to get it local to save on shipping. anyone have a place...
Forum: Plumbing - Systems & Fixtures 05-08-2022, 06:13 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 896
Posted By crazycuda
Fresh water system Diagram

So I am not yet at the point of putting my fresh water system together for the 77 Sovereign 31' but it is something I know I will need some direction/advice from the forums.



I am hoping one...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 05-08-2022, 06:09 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,286
Posted By crazycuda
hopefully I will be complete with frame repairs...

hopefully I will be complete with frame repairs and painting within the next month or two. After I got the shell off and dug deep into the condition there were some surprises but nothing show...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 09-14-2021, 05:44 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 939
Posted By crazycuda
questions about reusing Black and grey tanks

Okay I have a few questions about reusing the grey and black water tanks from my 1977 31' Sovereign center bath. My ideal situation would be to replace both of those tanks with new so there would be...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 09-12-2021, 05:07 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 607
Posted By crazycuda
finally got a reply from INCA plastics and they...

finally got a reply from INCA plastics and they not longer make any of the original tanks for my 77 31' sovereign.



I started my search for alternate options for tanks that will allow us to...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 08-18-2021, 08:13 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 607
Posted By crazycuda
i have emailed INCA a few times with no response....

i have emailed INCA a few times with no response. anyone having a similar issue
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 06-15-2021, 07:09 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 607
Posted By crazycuda
Need help finding replacement Black tank 1977 center bath

As the title says i am on the hunt for a black tank replacement for my 1977 31' sovereign with the center bath option. Is there a direct replacement tank i can get or will i have to make something...
Forum: Exterior Restoration Forum 05-16-2021, 08:09 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,007
Posted By crazycuda
bringing up a old thread but what years were...

bringing up a old thread but what years were these used on and were they the same across all years?
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 05-13-2021, 06:57 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,286
Posted By crazycuda
About to lift shell.... which is the better option

Okay I am working toward lifting the shell off my 1977 31' Sovereign and I currently have the trailer under my gantries with the end roof vents removed.

my question comes in on how I should be...
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 02-04-2021, 06:00 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 395
Posted By crazycuda
need help - replacement spring for rivet removal tool

I purchased one of the rivet removal tools that go in the drill with the spring loaded sleeve deal around the bit but somewhere along the way swapping the bit out I lost the spring inside. does...
Forum: Doors & Locks 01-17-2021, 10:49 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 322
Posted By crazycuda
screen door frame issue

Today I decided to start taking the skins off the door of my 77 sovereign and i noticed at the point of the lower hinge attachment the frame is split between pop rivets and the buck rivets. anyone...
Forum: General Interior Topics 01-04-2021, 07:22 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 398
Posted By crazycuda
Looking for prefinished Aluminum supplier

My wife and I are deep into planning for our 1977 31' sovereign renovation and we are discussion floor plan and general styling and we rewatched a Miller Garage Youtube video and my wife really likes...
Forum: General Repair Forum 01-03-2021, 01:24 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 342
Posted By crazycuda
bucking bar recommendation/advice needed

Backstory, i have gutted my 1977 31' sovereign and was planning a shell lift in 2020 but of course was delayed with the world being crazy. in the mean time i have removed the 3 stack windows and...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 07-20-2020, 08:29 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,271
Posted By crazycuda
im looking to replace this...

im looking to replace this https://www.airforums.com/attachments/gallery/files/6/5/1/2/2/trailer-plug.png
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 07-19-2020, 07:26 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,271
Posted By crazycuda
umbilical connection trailer side

I have searched and haven't seen much for what people are replacing their trailer side receptacle and umbilical trailer end? the factory receptacle is very rough looking on my 77 sovereign and i...
Forum: Airstream Classifieds 07-07-2020, 05:37 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 240
Posted By crazycuda
Carefree Awning Fabric tube with springs from 77' 31 foot Sovereign

I have removed the curb side awning off my 1977 sovereign 31' airstream. I have sold the arms and brackets but i have the fabric roll tube and the endcaps with good springs still intact. If you...
Forum: Windows & Screens 07-03-2020, 01:11 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,239
Posted By crazycuda
Where did you get the sikaflex 221 from. Got my...

Where did you get the sikaflex 221 from. Got my first window in with the butyl tape and trimmed the squeeze out and need to seal it off. Thanks
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 06-22-2020, 08:44 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 754
Posted By crazycuda
Need help understanding what i need for my electrical plan

Always thinking ahead in my full monty renovation i have started looking at how we want to wire the electrical system in out 77 31' sovereign. during the demo I removed the old univolt and the 12v...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 06-21-2020, 07:46 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 312
Posted By crazycuda
what software do you use to design your 12v and 110v systems

i am looking to start planning out my 12v and 110v systems for the airstream in hopes to have the wiring plan in place by the time I have the new floor in. I see tons of professional looking...
Forum: Awnings 06-16-2020, 08:35 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,952
Posted By crazycuda
with help from one of my brothers we got the...

with help from one of my brothers we got the awning roller tube off the trailer this weekend. there was a bolt holding the end of the spring tube assembly in the awning arms which we removed. at...
Forum: Awnings 06-10-2020, 07:44 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,952
Posted By crazycuda
Carefree awning removal and possibly replacing

Currently I am working on rebuilding the windows of my 1977 31' Sovereign before the shell removal planned for mid summer. The first windows I am tackling are the stack windows. In order to get a...
Forum: Windows & Screens 06-08-2020, 07:40 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,196
Posted By crazycuda
i second going to vintage trailer gaskets. ...

i second going to vintage trailer gaskets. ordered to start working on my windows. if you have any questions call the number and the owner will walk you through your project with years of...
Forum: Windows & Screens 05-30-2020, 06:26 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,239
Posted By crazycuda
what size are you all using and does thickness...

what size are you all using and does thickness really matter? the site im looking at has several different widths and 2 thicknesses

1/8" thick x 1" wide
1/8" thick x 3/4" wide
1/8" thick x 1/2"...
Forum: Windows & Screens 05-29-2020, 08:30 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,239
Posted By crazycuda
where is everyone getting their butyl tape and...

where is everyone getting their butyl tape and what size are you using. one site has 4 variations available and i dont want to get the wrong one and not have enough to fill the gap or too much where...
Forum: Windows & Screens 05-29-2020, 02:31 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,239
Posted By crazycuda
Butyl tape or tempro

when reinstalling windows on airstreams which is the correct adhesive/sealant to use? Butyl tape or tempro between the window frame and the exterior skin?

i guess a bigger question is where...
Forum: General Repair Forum 05-27-2020, 06:30 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,923
Posted By crazycuda
thanks everyone for the project ideas. I am...

thanks everyone for the project ideas. I am working on the windows right now since i picked up a replacement for one of the stack windows that has deeply scratched glass that is also very wavy...
Forum: Doors & Locks 05-27-2020, 05:22 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,282
Posted By crazycuda
question about the KT assemblies. were they...

question about the KT assemblies. were they chrome plated or were they just cast aluminum? mine appears to have the plating coming off and I am thinking if it comes off that i may just powdercoat...
Forum: Windows & Screens 05-27-2020, 02:29 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,593
Posted By crazycuda
Shane, yours has roll pins and i have seen that...

Shane, yours has roll pins and i have seen that in several videos and posts online. mine ended up having steel bars in place of the pins and then a rivet looking piece coming in from top and bottom...
Forum: Windows & Screens 05-25-2020, 07:20 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,593
Posted By crazycuda
so i contacted Robert at vintage trailer gaskets...

so i contacted Robert at vintage trailer gaskets and he explained how to get these apart. he said do not drill them out because if you drill through and dont stop the drill quick enough and tap the...
Forum: Windows & Screens 05-25-2020, 06:42 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 8,883
Posted By crazycuda
I just got one of my stack windows torn apart...

I just got one of my stack windows torn apart this weekend and had a bear of a time doing it. mine had what appeared to be rivets on top and bottom of the frame going into the sash on each side of...
Forum: Windows & Screens 05-24-2020, 11:24 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,593
Posted By crazycuda
https://www.airforums.com/photos/showimage.php?i=4...

https://www.airforums.com/photos/showimage.php?i=40537&c=newimages

hopefully this picture sheds some light on what i am dealing with. my stack window sashes all appear to be non snap ring ones. i...
Forum: Windows & Screens 05-23-2020, 12:25 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,593
Posted By crazycuda
How do i get stack window sash apart

Hello,

I just picked up a replacement stack window to go in my 1977 sovereign to replace the poor quality replacement that was put in by the previous owner after the window was broken. I want to...
Forum: General Repair Forum 05-18-2020, 07:20 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,923
Posted By crazycuda
i have been trying to to see how the tail light...

i have been trying to to see how the tail light housing are mounted. i see how the monarch lights come out but how is the housing attached to the trailer? guess when the rain stops here i will take...
Forum: General Repair Forum 05-18-2020, 07:10 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,923
Posted By crazycuda
thanks for the drive to read more and more...

thanks for the drive to read more and more threads everyone. i think i stumbled into what i need to do next. My sovereign has a carefree awning and after more reading about it i am under the...
Forum: General Repair Forum 05-18-2020, 06:19 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,923
Posted By crazycuda
the trailer was hauled around 35 miles since it...

the trailer was hauled around 35 miles since it was purchased from a local airstream dealer and before that it was hauled 200-400 miles from out of state to the dealer to give a quote for renovation...
Forum: General Repair Forum 05-18-2020, 05:21 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,923
Posted By crazycuda
I think i may have phrased that poorly. I...

I think i may have phrased that poorly. I should have asked given the fact the shell may not be lifted off for a few weeks what would be a logical next step to do in the meantime? Something that...
Forum: General Repair Forum 05-18-2020, 04:21 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,923
Posted By crazycuda
Need ideas to keep moving forward and motivated

My Airstream renovation has ground to a halt because of several projects need to get done to to provide the space and the means to get the gantries stood up and in place and the trailer to the...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 05-17-2020, 07:25 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,038
Posted By crazycuda
wow thank you so much for that info. I greatly...

wow thank you so much for that info. I greatly underestimated how much I will need but that is why I asked the question. guess I will be ordering more. right now as it about to start my shell lift...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 05-16-2020, 06:00 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,038
Posted By crazycuda
how much POR15 to coat entire 31' sovereign frame

I have been constantly thinking of how much square footage the frame is in an attempt to determine how much POR15 i need to coat the frame from tip to tail.

anyone have a good idea how much i will...
Forum: WBCCI Forum 05-09-2020, 03:09 PM
Replies: 1,319
Views: 308,823
Posted By crazycuda
Thank you Joe (66Overlander) for that info. I...

Thank you Joe (66Overlander) for that info. I think prior to 1992 the number was on a different airstreams. tags on the trailer list a dealer in Burlington Mass. and Brockton Mass.

very cool...
Forum: WBCCI Forum 05-04-2020, 06:47 PM
Replies: 1,319
Views: 308,823
Posted By crazycuda
looking for info on #4741. bought the 77...

looking for info on #4741. bought the 77 sovereign from an airstream dealer who had it on consignment from a gentleman that bought it and brought it to them for restoration but ended up getting a new...
Forum: WBCCI Forum 05-04-2020, 04:03 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 13,703
Posted By crazycuda
looking for info on #4741. bought the 77...

looking for info on #4741. bought the 77 sovereign from an airstream dealer who had it on consignment from a gentleman that bought it and brought it to them for restoration but ended up getting a...
Forum: Brakes & Brake Controllers 05-03-2020, 03:13 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 649
Posted By crazycuda
Just realized my 77' Sovereign has disc brakes, New axles have drums.....what to do?

Ok i am in the process of getting my trailer gutted and ready for a shell off full monty frame and floor repair/replacement. when i took out the wheel liners i noticed one of the brake lines was...
Forum: 1974 - 1979 Sovereign 04-29-2020, 03:06 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 8,133
Posted By crazycuda
was this a rear bath or center bath unit? could...

was this a rear bath or center bath unit? could you give me a top down of the trailer as it was from the factory?
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 04-21-2020, 07:11 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,037
Posted By crazycuda
does anyone have contact info for INCA plastics? ...

does anyone have contact info for INCA plastics? I emailed them months ago and got no response
Forum: Windows & Screens 04-04-2020, 11:21 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,107
Posted By crazycuda
Help determining Glass thickness

I am looking to order new gaskets for all the windows on my 1977 31' sovereign. The question I have is the site I am looking to get the gaskets from lists various thickness glass options? did...
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