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Forum: All Argosy Trailers 01-05-2015, 09:13 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,290
Posted By Savage68
Assuming you will be traveling with 'charged...

Assuming you will be traveling with 'charged lines', factor in a pound per pint.


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Forum: All Argosy Trailers 01-01-2015, 10:13 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,290
Posted By Savage68
Have you considered the extra weight you will be...

Have you considered the extra weight you will be subjecting the frame to? Have your axles been upgraded?


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Forum: Boondocking 10-29-2014, 09:12 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,884
Posted By Savage68
Found a 12volt doc hairdryer online She said...

Found a 12volt doc hairdryer online

She said it worked well.



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Forum: All Argosy Trailers 10-06-2014, 07:51 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 901
Posted By Savage68
Next time you move it you may want to duct tape...

Next time you move it you may want to duct tape some temp cardboard rock guards for your pano windows, they are very hard to replace.


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Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 09-29-2014, 04:06 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,959
Posted By Savage68
Chi Blue is the tank color (in some cases),...

Chi Blue is the tank color (in some cases), whereas black & gray describes the contents...


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Forum: Plumbing - Systems & Fixtures 09-24-2014, 02:37 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,544
Posted By Savage68
I completed the bypass and I have pink pouring...

I completed the bypass and I have pink pouring from all faucets, hot & cold. However, the design of the hot water heater has a potential problem at the cold water input. It looks like a natural place...
Forum: Plumbing - Systems & Fixtures 09-12-2014, 11:29 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,544
Posted By Savage68
What is " auto fill"? LaTortuga is 40 years old...

What is " auto fill"? LaTortuga is 40 years old so very little is " auto", but to clarify, I installed that fitting at the pump Inlet for pumping pink thru the water lines....
Forum: Plumbing - Systems & Fixtures 09-12-2014, 10:32 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,544
Posted By Savage68
Oh joy, I get to install sharkbites on a " wet"...

Oh joy, I get to install sharkbites on a " wet" system! The fun just never ends.
Forum: Plumbing - Systems & Fixtures 09-12-2014, 10:01 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,544
Posted By Savage68
I just realized I need to run a bypass around the...

I just realized I need to run a bypass around the water heater, which is empty and is isolated by inline cutoff valves, which also isolates the downstream hot water lines. So it's down to Ace to buy...
Forum: Plumbing - Systems & Fixtures 09-12-2014, 07:28 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,544
Posted By Savage68
I bought a winterization kit from VTS.....

I bought a winterization kit from VTS.....
Forum: Plumbing - Systems & Fixtures 09-11-2014, 12:54 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,544
Posted By Savage68
DIY Winterization check

First, let me thank the Argosy/Airstream community for their contributions, it really helps.

Since I rebuilt the water system, including a water tank, I designed in a winterization kit, however,...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 09-05-2014, 01:21 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 8,490
Posted By Savage68
Waste gates leak- Valterra or thetford?

One of the surprises we had was that the black tank leaks liquid past the gate.
Someone, possibly PO cut away some of the underbelly skin to expose the access for replacing the two gates. I was...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 08-28-2014, 03:48 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,124
Posted By Savage68
Analog TV antenna mount removal

LaTortuga's maiden voyage revealed many things, one of which was a leak around the old analog TV antenna spindle.
To save time, would someone who has already removed theirs please share that bit of...
Forum: Boondocking 08-24-2014, 08:20 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 8,241
Posted By Savage68
Did the site nazis make you put your stuff away?

Did the site nazis make you put your stuff away?
Forum: Boondocking 08-23-2014, 08:16 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 8,241
Posted By Savage68
Raining pretty hard right now, our FarmersMarket...

Raining pretty hard right now, our FarmersMarket will probably be rather sparse, snow warning for any Glacier-bound folks!
Forum: Boondocking 08-21-2014, 02:49 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 8,241
Posted By Savage68
Just spent a week@Gros Ventre where we were able...

Just spent a week@Gros Ventre where we were able to get an electric site. Lots of BIG RV's, nothing as vintage as LaTortuga however. It was handy having dump & water right at the campground.
Forum: Boondocking 08-21-2014, 09:48 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,247
Posted By Savage68
Our recent trip to GTNP was also our shakedown...

Our recent trip to GTNP was also our shakedown cruise. We lucked out at Gros Ventre and got an electric site, but still had to deal with "dry camping", which meant we found out our rigs...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 08-12-2014, 09:11 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 973
Posted By Savage68
Something to encourage new Argosy buyers: we fired up our 40 year old Dometic fridge

74 must have been a good year at the Dometic factory!
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 08-12-2014, 07:53 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,929
Posted By Savage68
In roughly the same location. There is that...

In roughly the same location.

There is that pesky entrance pipe issue..... : )
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 08-12-2014, 07:52 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,929
Posted By Savage68
I just replaced my 40 year old tank on my 74 Argo...

I just replaced my 40 year old tank on my 74 Argo w a tank from an early AS. It still resides
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 08-07-2014, 07:25 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 12,024
Posted By Savage68
I fabbed some rock guards for all three front...

I fabbed some rock guards for all three front windows (sheet alum), my wife noticed two things she liked immediately; when quite hot, as it has been recently here in the Bitterroot, they keep the...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 08-06-2014, 08:34 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,295
Posted By Savage68
Thanks Clancy, I kinda figured it had been done...

Thanks Clancy, I kinda figured it had been done before. That goes on next springs todo list...many thanks!
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 08-05-2014, 02:21 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,295
Posted By Savage68
Outside shower mod. On Argosy?

While fixing some very jagged tube ends for the bath sharkbites, I was musing on a modification to bring H+C water to an outside access point, like the newer airstreams, for an outside shower :has...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 08-01-2014, 09:25 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,919
Posted By Savage68
Meant to type "block diagram"

Meant to type "block diagram"
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 08-01-2014, 09:24 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,919
Posted By Savage68
Two questions: can you read or interpret a...

Two questions: can you read or interpret a schematic or black diagram and do you know how to use multimeter?
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 07-31-2014, 11:14 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,063
Posted By Savage68
One more issue to consider when replacing...

One more issue to consider when replacing appliances, if you desire to upgrade to a larger water heater, you may have to enlarge the opening, which was problematic for me since inside it is boxed in.
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 07-30-2014, 12:27 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 875
Posted By Savage68
Yes, it's a rear bath, rear door 22', built in...

Yes, it's a rear bath, rear door 22', built in 74, and yes I found both T handles. Since I was running water while troubleshooting and buttoning up the water system, I imagine the tanks are wet, time...
Forum: Boondocking 07-30-2014, 09:23 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,108
Posted By Savage68
Another issue for Andersen hitch users, they...

Another issue for Andersen hitch users, they recommend having the trailer loaded with "heavy" items when adjusting the hitch, ie. water tank full.

Another motivation, we are headed for the Tetons...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 07-30-2014, 09:09 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 875
Posted By Savage68
Thanks, I found the external t handle, gray I'm...

Thanks, I found the external t handle, gray I'm assuming.

Also, anyone have the black and gray tank size on a 74 Argo?

I noticed a rear under panel close to the trunk is rusted through cause it...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 07-30-2014, 09:03 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,063
Posted By Savage68
My .02 worth, I opted for a DSI (direct spark...

My .02 worth, I opted for a DSI (direct spark ignition) atwood water heater. You do have to find +12 some place , but that is easy in an Argo and the best feature, you can turn it off at night with a...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 07-29-2014, 08:44 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 875
Posted By Savage68
Does that dump both black and gray? LaTortuga...

Does that dump both black and gray? LaTortuga was built in 1974 so she has both.
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 07-29-2014, 05:47 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 875
Posted By Savage68
Dump Handle Movement

In the absence of an owners manual, could someone please inform me as to the range and angle of motion of the dump T handle on LaTortuga, a 74 22' rear door Argosy?

I would also like the thank the...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 07-26-2014, 08:17 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,695
Posted By Savage68
When I upgraded LaTortuga with new axles, the new...

When I upgraded LaTortuga with new axles, the new drums had nuts to replace the old bolts, which were original.
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 07-25-2014, 01:31 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,478
Posted By Savage68
TV=tow vehicle

TV=tow vehicle
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 07-25-2014, 10:01 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,487
Posted By Savage68
I added one extra battery next to the new univolt...

I added one extra battery next to the new univolt and removed the old burned our suburban furnace, so that was a wash as far as weight added vs weight removed.
I have been considering a 3rd batt but...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 07-22-2014, 02:34 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,643
Posted By Savage68
Our .02 worth, we like the retro ambiance of the...

Our .02 worth, we like the retro ambiance of the Argosy. I did install LEDs but in the original fixtures.
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 07-22-2014, 02:32 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,963
Posted By Savage68
Taking the trailer end backshell apart was worth...

Taking the trailer end backshell apart was worth the effort. The wires are very heavy duty and as such are difficult to work.
There were several "whiskers", stray strands that were in danger of...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 07-22-2014, 08:34 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,963
Posted By Savage68
I confirmed that my TV was correct, hooked it to...

I confirmed that my TV was correct, hooked it to LaTortuga and everything works, except the BU lights are on full and the elec brakes do not work.
Oh, those pesky PO's! Never assume anything on...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 07-21-2014, 12:21 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,643
Posted By Savage68
It will look even better if you replace the...

It will look even better if you replace the incandesces with LED's. You have choices in color temp as well as format and layout, and most importantly, used 1/10th the current.
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 07-21-2014, 07:01 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,889
Posted By Savage68
If your shocks are leaking, then your axles may...

If your shocks are leaking, then your axles may be next. The rubber torsion axles are only good for about 20 years, and the shocks are purpose-built for the airstream-argosy line.

Vintage trailer...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 07-14-2014, 06:26 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,166
Posted By Savage68
At 2K, you could make out just by parting out the...

At 2K, you could make out just by parting out the pano windows. Waste of a good unit though.
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 07-12-2014, 06:56 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,502
Posted By Savage68
I was wondering if I was the first person to ever...

I was wondering if I was the first person to ever think of it.
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 07-11-2014, 06:37 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,502
Posted By Savage68
I have to go to the missoula VA fairly often, so...

I have to go to the missoula VA fairly often, so I know the route well, but it kills the better part of a day, so yes, thanks for the advice, I'll call and see what I can get.
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 07-11-2014, 05:00 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,502
Posted By Savage68
Got it, thank you.

Got it, thank you.
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 07-11-2014, 03:46 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,502
Posted By Savage68
And then I have 9 feet leftover....

And then I have 9 feet leftover....
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 07-11-2014, 03:42 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,502
Posted By Savage68
My apologies, it was feet, not inches Egg on...

My apologies, it was feet, not inches

Egg on my face...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 07-11-2014, 03:33 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,502
Posted By Savage68
Close but no see gar. But thanks for the tip,...

Close but no see gar.
But thanks for the tip, it needs to be 11 inches.

Just out of curiosity, what makes a brand new rubber rad hose a bad choice, I am wondering about the why?
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 07-11-2014, 03:06 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,502
Posted By Savage68
Tried the clear, too stiff, which is why I ended...

Tried the clear, too stiff, which is why I ended up with corrugated rad hose. It is a severe bend.
You mean Murdoch's? They provided the springs for my DIY Rockguards but little else.
Ace has been...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 07-11-2014, 02:49 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,166
Posted By Savage68
Looks like my rear door 22, but that lack of...

Looks like my rear door 22, but that lack of glass is disturbing. Speaking of glass, you may want to duct tape some cardboard over those pano(curved) windows for the drive home.
One errant rock...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 07-11-2014, 02:35 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,502
Posted By Savage68
Radiator hose for water input

The replacement tank from VTS for my 74 Argo has the same size inlet, but it is over a few inches, so I sourced a 1.5" dia. flexible hose and that took me to an auto parts store and a radiator hose....
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