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Forum: Airstream Classifieds 10-14-2018, 12:03 PM
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Views: 399
Posted By mysilverbullet
1966 Dometic Refrigerator Parts

Title: Add New - Airstream Trailer Classifieds - Airstream Trailers For Sale
I just posted a new ad on Airstream Classifieds.

I have parts available from my 1966 Dometic refrigerator model...
Forum: Airstream Classifieds 10-03-2018, 09:10 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 259
Posted By mysilverbullet
1966 -

Title: 1966 Airstream Safari 22 - Iowa
I just posted a new ad on Airstream Classifieds.

Price reduced to $16,900! Another project in the wings, this one needs to go! Message me for more...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 09-28-2018, 08:08 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 999
Posted By mysilverbullet
1966 Suburban Furnace Removal

Hello all,
I can clearly see that this furnace slides inward towards cabin, but cannot see how to release it so that it indeed slides forward. Anybody know the secret? Thanks! Greg
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 09-13-2018, 02:56 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,140
Posted By mysilverbullet
Dinette Table Stowing

Hello all,
I have had other old trailers and there's always been a place to stow table while traveling. I cannot see anywhere on the '66 Safari where one would drop table down to stow while towing?...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 09-09-2018, 10:58 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 839
Posted By mysilverbullet
1966 NT20-A Suburban Furnace

Hello all,
Trying to test furnace but cannot get pilot to light. Instructions state to turn on thermostat to low, then turn on gas valve which there is none under the belly and none on the pipe...
Forum: Audio, Video & TV 08-27-2018, 01:18 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,327
Posted By mysilverbullet
TV Cable routing

Hello all,
Sorry if this is a duplicate post as cannot find original. I have the old TV antenna mounted on front of trailer but original built in cable is gone, so need to route cable under belly to...
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 08-27-2018, 08:50 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,201
Posted By mysilverbullet
Well, for everyone's future reference, I looked...

Well, for everyone's future reference, I looked on Youtube and a metal scrapper showed how to determine if SS or aluminum with a grinder wheel. Don't have a grinder, so used my Milwaukee dremel type...
Forum: Interior Restoration Forum 08-26-2018, 10:07 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,179
Posted By mysilverbullet
Much depends on how you wish to use her....

Much depends on how you wish to use her. Personally, I like to glam them up a bit with real wood laminate floors as looks like a million bucks when complete. Special care with rugs, removing shoes...
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 08-26-2018, 09:59 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,201
Posted By mysilverbullet
Photo of sheet

Here's what I have. Thx again!
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 08-26-2018, 09:57 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,201
Posted By mysilverbullet
Sheet Metal Identification

Hello all,
I purchased some small sheets of metal at the local Restore couple years ago, always assumed it was stainless steel. It is not magnetic, which I don't believe SS or aluminum is. So, I...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 08-23-2018, 04:48 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,204
Posted By mysilverbullet
Im looking to do inexpensively as already have...

Im looking to do inexpensively as already have the GE breakers including a 30a that I would use as main and would only have to purchase one additional breaker and box is much cheaper than PD5500,...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 08-23-2018, 01:04 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,204
Posted By mysilverbullet
New main panel

Adding an outlet for new gas/electric water heater so need to replace 2 space original panel(one space being used for 30A main, other space has double 20A breaker). Kind of confused as to Main, sub...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 08-23-2018, 08:03 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 4,486
Posted By mysilverbullet
Thank you! Guessing I know answer to this...

Thank you! Guessing I know answer to this question, but does anybody rebuild the Univolt/is it worth anything to anybody or now a boat anchor? Thanks again for everybody's help!
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 08-22-2018, 08:57 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 4,486
Posted By mysilverbullet
Yes was confused on blue wire. Connected blue and...

Yes was confused on blue wire. Connected blue and red together and all 12v lights working now off battery power alone. But, did order new fuse panel to replace current fuses.
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 08-22-2018, 01:27 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 4,486
Posted By mysilverbullet
No, just purchased the converter as the fuse box...

No, just purchased the converter as the fuse box replacement suggestion came in after I already ordered converter and switching. Anxious to get it working so hoping won't have to replace panel as well
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 08-22-2018, 12:34 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 4,486
Posted By mysilverbullet
Well, new 9245 just arrived and installed new box...

Well, new 9245 just arrived and installed new box and outlet to power. Starting to hook up and it's obvious that hot/ red wire goes to the hot lead on converter. And by instructions it seems obvious...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 08-16-2018, 01:24 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 4,486
Posted By mysilverbullet
I believe you are correct. The wires weren't all...

I believe you are correct. The wires weren't all that corroded. I hooked up to 110v and to battery and it's only putting out 9.7 volts on the battery side, and nothing on the load side. Appears shot...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 08-16-2018, 12:24 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 4,486
Posted By mysilverbullet
Thank Alan, Yes, it is identical to the wiring...

Thank Alan,
Yes, it is identical to the wiring photo Dan posted. I checked fuses (yes there are 2-30A), and both tested fine and I even replaced but no change. Did remove Univolt and found a couple...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 08-16-2018, 11:31 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 4,486
Posted By mysilverbullet
All lights work properly when plugged in. I took...

All lights work properly when plugged in. I took Univolt out and removed cover. Some of the wires coupled together inside with metal clips are pretty corroded, going to take apart and re-attach with...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 08-16-2018, 11:27 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 4,486
Posted By mysilverbullet
I've had power disconnected on few other...

I've had power disconnected on few other occasions and all lights did work on 12v battery only
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 08-16-2018, 11:16 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 4,486
Posted By mysilverbullet
No, 6.6 volts. I tracked that red wire down and...

No, 6.6 volts. I tracked that red wire down and it is to the converter. Appears the converter is sending 12v to charge the battery with blue wire, but not sending 12v to the lights with red wire?
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 08-16-2018, 09:27 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 4,486
Posted By mysilverbullet
Yes, the top left fuse is hot to battery. The...

Yes, the top left fuse is hot to battery. The middle is white to negative battery. The 3rd, right hand fuse, I cannot tell where it's going or coming from as no room between it and shower assembly,...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 08-15-2018, 08:36 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 4,486
Posted By mysilverbullet
The grounding bar for the 12v circuits is inside...

The grounding bar for the 12v circuits is inside box. I assume the box is grounded to the frame/shell somehow, or is there ground wires I should be hunting down somewhere? Or shoud I be...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 08-15-2018, 05:31 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 4,486
Posted By mysilverbullet
The bottom breaker has been consistently of...

The bottom breaker has been consistently of proper voltage. Both of the other two test in milovolts when 110v not plugged in and approx 6.6v when cord is plugged in. The battery is being charged from...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 08-15-2018, 03:32 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 4,486
Posted By mysilverbullet
Battery (now plugged into 115v) test volts at...

Battery (now plugged into 115v) test volts at 13.94. Where cable comes to/out of first fuse 13.94, bottom breaker to neutral, 13.94. I noted a panel at front bottom of trailer when doing underbelly...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 08-15-2018, 03:12 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 4,486
Posted By mysilverbullet
Actually, only shows 6.6v when plugged into 115v,...

Actually, only shows 6.6v when plugged into 115v, only millivolts when unplugged now. I replaced water pump few days ago, but only 2 wires coming in, nothing going elsewhere and pump works perfect....
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 08-15-2018, 02:43 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 4,486
Posted By mysilverbullet
When plugged in, it went from about 12.7 to...

When plugged in, it went from about 12.7 to nearly 14 volts. (Battery, 1st fuse connection and bottom breaker all the same). I checked Univolt and all fuses good. I replaced all 3 glass fuses and 2...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 08-15-2018, 10:32 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 4,486
Posted By mysilverbullet
Only when 115v is plugged in, not on battery only.

Only when 115v is plugged in, not on battery only.
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 08-15-2018, 09:55 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 4,486
Posted By mysilverbullet
I cleaned every connection, tested outgoing side...

I cleaned every connection, tested outgoing side of each breaker to neutral and got 12.75 volts everywhere but interior lights still do not work. Are there 12v breakers located in the interior...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 08-14-2018, 08:16 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 4,486
Posted By mysilverbullet
Nope, only 13.94v at blue wire bottom breaker,...

Nope, only 13.94v at blue wire bottom breaker, other two only 7.56. Yes, I agree everything's pretty corroded so will unplug everything and clean up all connections. Thanks again!
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 08-14-2018, 08:03 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 4,486
Posted By mysilverbullet
When 115v is disconnected, I have power only to...

When 115v is disconnected, I have power only to the 12v water pump, nothing else works. When connected to 115v, everything works, all 12v lights and 115v outlets etc. The battery showed 12.6 volts at...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 08-14-2018, 07:24 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 4,486
Posted By mysilverbullet
Thank you again! Is there a manner to re-set...

Thank you again! Is there a manner to re-set these? I tested incoming FUSES with voltmeter and got 12.66, have continuity between each fuse and breaker. 12v lights all work with 115v. If converter...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 08-14-2018, 07:08 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 930
Posted By mysilverbullet
Checked for 30A panels, and appears they all have...

Checked for 30A panels, and appears they all have 2 breaker lugs. Should I be looking for a 60A panel with 4 or more, since it's going to have a 30A main, it'll only be 30A, correct? Thanks so much...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 08-14-2018, 05:18 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 930
Posted By mysilverbullet
Need electrical advice

Hello,
I have a '66 Safari which has the small 115v panel. Someone added a window a/c unit in rear window so I assume they put a 30A main disconnect on the left and a stacked dbl 20A breaker on the...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 08-14-2018, 05:02 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 4,486
Posted By mysilverbullet
photo

Photo of 12v electrical panel
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 08-14-2018, 04:59 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 4,486
Posted By mysilverbullet
12V partially working

Hello all,
Last I knew I had 12v lights when 120v was disconnected. Now, the water pump works, but nothing else. All 3 fuses continuity tested to be working. Not familiar with the contacts at the...
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 06-10-2018, 10:49 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,044
Posted By mysilverbullet
Overlander 63, where is this bolted to floor?...

Overlander 63, where is this bolted to floor? I've searched all around tank and inside control area and cannot see anything. Also, tank is higher than opening, does it tilt out to remove. I've...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 06-10-2018, 08:48 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 584
Posted By mysilverbullet
'66 Safari rear dump fittings

Hello all,
The dump valve is trashed(thankfully I've located replacement) and badly rusted bolts kept me from getting it off without cutting Y off at 2" elbow. This dump Y has about a 10 degree...
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 06-09-2018, 12:37 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,044
Posted By mysilverbullet
Actually, just looked a bit closer. While the...

Actually, just looked a bit closer. While the "framed" area is much larger, the actual opening is more like 18" w x 11.5 high so maybe a new one will fit without too much aggravation? Thanks all!
Forum: Upholstery, Blinds, Walls & Interior Finishes 06-09-2018, 11:35 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,219
Posted By mysilverbullet
Got new foam, need assistance

Hello all,
I'm almost ready to start cutting, I know that you add 1" to width and length when measuring existing cushions but absent any cushions to measure do I just cut the actual size of the...
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 06-09-2018, 08:59 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,044
Posted By mysilverbullet
Bowen Replacement

Hello all,
I have a '66 Safari with the big old Bowen water heater/tank. I've seen where others have stated the Atwood is supposed to be a direct, easy replacement but my front frame opening is...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 06-07-2018, 09:56 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 847
Posted By mysilverbullet
1966 Safari black tank remove/replace

Hello all,
Just poured water in tank to test and of course tank leaks. So, I can see on the Safari, the toilet sits on top on the floor and tank below the floor. So, can I assume that I need to drop...
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 06-01-2018, 07:48 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 897
Posted By mysilverbullet
'66 Toilet trim ring

Hello all,
Just noticed ince toilet seat was raised the plastic trim ring around round toilet hole is badly damaged. Don't see any replacement available on VTS, has anyone else ran into this...
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 05-25-2018, 08:00 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,659
Posted By mysilverbullet
Thanks David, yes it pumped water like it should...

Thanks David, yes it pumped water like it should but you're right, sometimes these things work in reverse polarity as well. Hopefully no damage if I wired wrong. I re-plumbed today and re-installed...
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 05-25-2018, 11:27 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,659
Posted By mysilverbullet
I googled, and answers were all over the map and...

I googled, and answers were all over the map and some thought white was only ground for outside lighting but positive inside? I hooked up white as positive and tested great. Hopefully didn't do any...
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 05-25-2018, 08:41 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,659
Posted By mysilverbullet
See photo, AS used 12ga house wiring for 12v pump.

See photo, AS used 12ga house wiring for 12v pump.
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 05-25-2018, 08:32 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,659
Posted By mysilverbullet
Water pump wiring

Hello all,
Pulled and want to test pump before I replumb everything and want to make certain I wire right from battery. If memory serves 110 is black hot, white neutral. Thinking 12v is opposite,...
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 05-23-2018, 10:20 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 974
Posted By mysilverbullet
Great, thanks! I'm used to seeing city water...

Great, thanks! I'm used to seeing city water hookup pressurizing lines, not filling tank. Thanks again! Greg
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 05-23-2018, 08:57 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 974
Posted By mysilverbullet
If there was a hose inlet, I'd think it was for...

If there was a hose inlet, I'd think it was for city water, but don't see anything resembling?
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 05-23-2018, 08:50 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 974
Posted By mysilverbullet
'66 pump system

Hello all,
Kinda confused on water system. Obvious where water inlet goes into pump and floor drain but what is purpose of other valve/bypass line? Obviously I close drain valve when filling tank...
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