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Forum: Airstream Classifieds 02-26-2017, 06:41 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 394
Posted By Warbs
1977 Airstream Argosy 28 28 - Ontario

Title: 1977 Airstream Argosy 28 28 - Ontario
I just posted a new ad on Airstream Classifieds.

Rare twin bed, rear bath Argo 28. Imported from Michigan in 2006. New ( approx 20 hours)...
Forum: Argosy Motorhomes 01-13-2014, 09:14 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,258
Posted By Warbs
Hey Thadster! I got my fuel filler hose from the...

Hey Thadster! I got my fuel filler hose from the local GM truck dealer. I chatted up the parts guy and he found a part number and could order it.I think it was sort of generic since it was about 6...
Forum: Mechanics Corner - Engines, Transmission & More... 12-27-2010, 11:10 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,064
Posted By Warbs
Transmission Update

Thanks for the interest. My moho is still in the same shape, sitting in the garage. I've also recently been told to check the vacuum lines to the modulator valve but since its about 0 degrees...
Forum: Argosy Motorhomes 11-28-2010, 08:56 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,218
Posted By Warbs
I could host it. I can put four motorhomes in my...

I could host it. I can put four motorhomes in my driveway and the rest at my next door neighbours. We are in east end Toronto close to everything.
Forum: Mechanics Corner - Engines, Transmission & More... 05-09-2010, 04:10 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,266
Posted By Warbs
Replace...or Repair

I'm cheap (Scottish heritage) so I figured I would try to repair my cracked overflow bottle. If it worked I'm ahead of the game and if it doesn't, I'm no further behind. I cleaned it up then heated a...
Forum: Argosy Motorhomes 02-23-2010, 03:54 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,138
Posted By Warbs
Argosy 28 spare tire

Here are a couple of pictures of my spare tire mount. PO had moved the mount from the trailer hitch to the bumper itself so he could add a storage locker. I removed the locker and put the bumper back...
Forum: Argosy Motorhomes 02-22-2010, 07:12 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,138
Posted By Warbs
My Argo has a spare but since it was made in 1992...

My Argo has a spare but since it was made in 1992 or 1993 (I forget) I probably wouldn't use it. I certainly wouldn't use it on the front. Last time I changed the tires, the spare had less cracking...
Forum: Mechanics Corner - Engines, Transmission & More... 08-01-2009, 08:04 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,064
Posted By Warbs
Non-Automatic Transmission - TH400

We just came back from a weeks vacation and I had a funny problem with the TH400. It seemed a bit sluggish accelerating and I discovered that it wasn't changing from third gear. It was starting from...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 03-25-2009, 04:09 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 21,130
Posted By Warbs
Moho Garage

I put a motorhome friendly garage addition on our house here in suburban Toronto. There are many rules about storing your trailer or motorhome where others can see so I put the garage door lintel as...
Forum: Argosy Motorhomes 02-24-2009, 02:41 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,258
Posted By Warbs
I replaced mine on my 1977 Argosy 28. It also was...

I replaced mine on my 1977 Argosy 28. It also was done without dropping the tank. My hose must have been the more rigid one since it was a bear to bend properly. I had to remove the sofa behind the...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 02-02-2008, 07:04 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,933
Posted By Warbs
I guess I'm getting old but I usually drive at 55...

I guess I'm getting old but I usually drive at 55 to 60. My old bus seems to have a sweet spot just below 3000rpm so I try to keep it there. My mileage has been up to 11 per imperial gallon and as...
Forum: Argosy Motorhomes 02-02-2008, 06:53 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,087
Posted By Warbs
Hi Brad & Doug. You're looking for pictures from...

Hi Brad & Doug. You're looking for pictures from a 1978 Agrosy. My '77 has the leaf springs. Yes, it rides a bit rougher but it is mechanically simple and will tow more. The later air bag rear...
Forum: General Motorhome Topics 10-29-2007, 06:11 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,294
Posted By Warbs
Talking The Argosy motorhomes have the same chassis,...

The Argosy motorhomes have the same chassis, driveline and body as the newer Airstreams. In fact, just about everything is the same except the end caps are steel instead of being aluminum. The 1978...
Forum: General Motorhome Topics 10-27-2007, 04:39 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,294
Posted By Warbs
I would like to add my .02 to the discussion. My...

I would like to add my .02 to the discussion. My old Argosy has a tow limit of 4000 pounds according to my owners manual. The main difference between my old bus and the newer Airstream motorhomes is...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 04-16-2007, 10:23 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,701
Posted By Warbs
Hi Susan. We put 6 Michelins on 2 years ago and...

Hi Susan. We put 6 Michelins on 2 years ago and they seem to be fine. I had heard all the bad press but when I asked a tire guy I trust he said they are still the best tires in the world. He carried...
Forum: General Motorhome Topics 02-02-2007, 12:14 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 13,395
Posted By Warbs
Untraced wires

Welcome to the world of Argosy! On my 77 28 footer, I have a light on the underside of that hanging cupboard. It's over the sink about where you have the paper towel rack. As someone else said, there...
Forum: Argosy Motorhomes 01-18-2007, 10:46 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,801
Posted By Warbs
Good question. I don't think it is a FORBIDDEN...

Good question. I don't think it is a FORBIDDEN question however. My answer, unfortunately, is "I have no idea". Sorry 'bout that.:unhappy:
Forum: General Motorhome Topics 01-11-2007, 12:10 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,629
Posted By Warbs
Anyone up to the challenge?

There is a 1987 345 on ebay that someone might be interested in. It has NO interior! If you're dying to have a custom interior or if you're just some kind of masocist it looks like an interesting...
Forum: General Motorhome Topics 01-07-2007, 01:57 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 8,675
Posted By Warbs
Okay, Overlander63, I'll Bite. What the heck do...

Okay, Overlander63, I'll Bite. What the heck do lug-centric and hub-centric mean? I know the wheels on my argo are cream colored but thats about it. :lol:
BTW I put on a set of michelins two...
Forum: Mechanics Corner - Engines, Transmission & More... 11-26-2006, 09:34 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,489
Posted By Warbs
I' m no mechanic, but all the firetrucks I've...

I' m no mechanic, but all the firetrucks I've driven in the last 25+ years have a fuel shutoff that you pull out of the dashboard like the old manual chokes. We also have a secondary shutoff that is...
Forum: Argosy Motorhomes 11-03-2006, 02:55 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,682
Posted By Warbs
Nice looking rig. When I changed my front air...

Nice looking rig. When I changed my front air bags I used whatever camping world sent me! I didn't know there was a choice. make sure you use lots of liquid dish soap when you're installing your...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 09-14-2006, 11:53 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,092
Posted By Warbs
Smile Can't tell you exactly how to do it, just...

Can't tell you exactly how to do it, just generally. Take it slow and take digital pictures at every step. Good luck!
Forum: Argosy Motorhomes 07-01-2006, 02:22 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,769
Posted By Warbs
My thoughts exactly, Ultradog. I'm no mechanic...

My thoughts exactly, Ultradog. I'm no mechanic but you have to be absolutely and positively sure there isn't any air in all your brakelines. Good luck and good hunting! :D
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 05-18-2006, 01:09 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,197
Posted By Warbs
Talking Hi C.K. I put a fantastic fan in last year and it...

Hi C.K. I put a fantastic fan in last year and it was no big deal. I replaced the original Argosy fan. I used a dremel tool to cut off the rivits and to expand the hole. The wiring was straight...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 04-10-2006, 03:52 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,707
Posted By Warbs
FYI, the manual for my Argo says I can tow 4000...

FYI, the manual for my Argo says I can tow 4000 pounds! Maybe they downgraded the load limits in the newer units. My 28 footer has the same chevy 454 and P30 chassis with 19.5 Michelins. What gives?...
Forum: Argosy Motorhomes 03-19-2006, 07:29 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,414
Posted By Warbs
I think only the 1978 argos had the rear airbags,...

I think only the 1978 argos had the rear airbags, nut I'm not sure if all sizes had them. My 1977 28 footer has leaf springs in the rear. From what I've read ( and felt) the rear air bag suspension...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 03-02-2006, 08:42 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 6,134
Posted By Warbs
Looks like you've got a handle on remaking your...

Looks like you've got a handle on remaking your dash! I wish I had as much initiative. I can't wait to see the finished product.
Forum: General Motorhome Topics 02-03-2006, 08:24 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,053
Posted By Warbs
Sorry, I should have said your motorhome and BTW...

Sorry, I should have said your motorhome and BTW my 1977 argo with 19.5 wheels is 10 ft. 2" high.
Forum: General Motorhome Topics 02-03-2006, 08:22 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,053
Posted By Warbs
RV port

When I made mine, I made sure there was lots of clearance. Once my argo is inside my worries are over. More is better. You'll only have two feet at either end of yours, and thats IF your trailer is...
Forum: Argosy Motorhomes 01-20-2006, 07:13 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 13,704
Posted By Warbs
End Caps

:brows: Hey Ganzman, you're lookin good! Whats the plan for the endcaps?
Forum: Shipping & Export/Import 01-15-2006, 03:07 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 9,569
Posted By Warbs
I bought a motorhome up from the states and it...

I bought a motorhome up from the states and it wasn't a big deal. As previous people have said, find out what the border guys want and make sure you get it. It's very do-able just a little time...
Forum: General Motorhome Topics 01-12-2006, 01:59 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 8,412
Posted By Warbs
GMC Layout

Glen, I agree. I looked at a couple of the GMCs over the years but none of their layouts seemed logical to me. Why would I need to seat 8 or 10 people when just the missus and I are travelling? They...
Forum: General Motorhome Topics 12-29-2005, 06:27 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,559
Posted By Warbs
How do you explain that one to your insurance guy...

How do you explain that one to your insurance guy without sounding like a moron. I bet the transmission is going to need some work as well!
Forum: General Motorhome Topics 12-24-2005, 11:49 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,837
Posted By Warbs
As you can see, this is one of those questions...

As you can see, this is one of those questions that you'll have to answer yourself. There are advantages to each different size and interior configuration. How close you can stand to be to your kids,...
Forum: Mechanics Corner - Engines, Transmission & More... 12-14-2005, 06:14 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 5,540
Posted By Warbs
November or April ?

I only change the oil in my moho once a year since I run so few miles. When is the best time of the year to change it? I've been doing my main maintenance in the fall so I know it will be ready in...
Forum: Mechanics Corner - Engines, Transmission & More... 12-12-2005, 03:29 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,901
Posted By Warbs
Rebuild ? Yeah, Rebuild!

Sorry to say what you already know, but, yes it sounds serious. The good news is... no one got hurt when your engine expired and they are not too terrible to rebuild. This could also be the stage...
Forum: Mechanics Corner - Engines, Transmission & More... 12-10-2005, 08:34 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,569
Posted By Warbs
I'll try again

I'll try again
Forum: Mechanics Corner - Engines, Transmission & More... 12-10-2005, 07:56 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,569
Posted By Warbs
no pictures yet

Sorry but my pictures were too big to post. I'll redo them at a poorer quality tomorrow...unless someone knows how to get around the posting rules.
Forum: Mechanics Corner - Engines, Transmission & More... 12-10-2005, 07:54 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,569
Posted By Warbs
Pictures...maybe

Here are a few pictures I took of my rear suspension. The rear stabalizer bar extends about an inch and three quarters through the bushings. It's pretty grungy under there since I sprayed...
Forum: Mechanics Corner - Engines, Transmission & More... 12-08-2005, 09:39 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,569
Posted By Warbs
Hi Stantank, sorry to hear you're having problems...

Hi Stantank, sorry to hear you're having problems with your motorhome. I have a 1977 Argosy 28 footer and I'm going to get you some pictures of my setup. I don't have any airbags in the rear of my...
Forum: Argosy Motorhomes 11-23-2005, 06:50 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 13,704
Posted By Warbs
Great Work

:) Your new mirrors and rims are great! Are the rims 19.5? You're going to have an awesome moho when it's finished.
Forum: Argosy Motorhomes 10-20-2005, 05:57 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,363
Posted By Warbs
Caulking

Just a bit of info I came upon while at Home Depot recently. DAP "Alex Plus" caulking comes in "Almond" colour which is darn near identical to our Argosy paint colour. It's acrylic latex (wash up...
Forum: General Motorhome Topics 09-15-2005, 04:01 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,774
Posted By Warbs
need more info

What type of parking spot do you have? Is it level? What type of surface will you be parked on? Is it protected from wind? Is it private enough to leave windows open? We need more info.
Forum: Argosy Motorhomes 09-04-2005, 06:29 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,592
Posted By Warbs
Thanks for all the info, I didn't realize I...

Thanks for all the info, I didn't realize I opened up such a can of worms!

Some answers to questions GlenCoombe- McCowan and Ellesmere. ALANSD- I'll try 60psi and see what happens. Luckily we...
Forum: Argosy Motorhomes 09-03-2005, 12:00 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,592
Posted By Warbs
I was keeping all tires and the front airbags at...

I was keeping all tires and the front airbags at 75 psi. The tire guy thought they were a bit underinflated. He said 90 or 95 would be about right. The front suspension was fine, it was just the back...
Forum: Argosy Motorhomes 09-02-2005, 02:46 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,592
Posted By Warbs
Thanks for the info. We were travelling with...

Thanks for the info. We were travelling with approx. 1/4 in the fresh water tanks and both waste tanks near empty. In some areas we were travelling we weren't sure if we were going to be boondocking...
Forum: Argosy Motorhomes 09-01-2005, 08:49 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,592
Posted By Warbs
rear suspension

Thanks for the prompt replies. I should have explained things better. Six new michelin tires with beads inside for balancing them. Four new shocks and new airbags inside the front springs.
The...
Forum: Argosy Motorhomes 08-31-2005, 02:53 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,592
Posted By Warbs
Rear Suspension

We just returned from visiting New England, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Newfoundland, Quebec and Ontario and we realized that our rear suspension needs help. Travelling on the scenic back "roads"...
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 08-27-2005, 02:37 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,011
Posted By Warbs
Congrats on your second rivit! I took a line off...

Congrats on your second rivit! I took a line off my propane tank on my motorhome for a BBQ and it works great. None of my outdoor storage cupboards were anywhere near big enough for a 20 pounder so I...
Forum: Mechanics Corner - Engines, Transmission & More... 07-12-2005, 01:12 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,679
Posted By Warbs
Glad no one was injured! I asked a dealer I trust...

Glad no one was injured! I asked a dealer I trust about new tires and he said that Michelin are the best tires in the world. They come in 19.5 and I'm very happy with mine.
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