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Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 03-26-2024, 09:48 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 307
Posted By Glenritas
Check your PM . I have a new one . While...

Check your PM .
I have a new one .
While you’re at it checkout my build thread , just click the link in my signature below .
Forum: 1970-79 Tradewind 03-26-2024, 11:20 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,949
Posted By Glenritas
If you haven’t already looked at my build thread...

If you haven’t already looked at my build thread , please do so it will answer your questions and may give you some ideas.

Just click the link in my signature below . Happy building .
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 02-14-2024, 06:24 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,407
Posted By Glenritas
Apparently my signature doesn’t show when I post...

Apparently my signature doesn’t show when I post from my phone , but it does show if I post from the website .
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 02-14-2024, 05:58 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,407
Posted By Glenritas
Yes I just noticed that , I’m trying to figure...

Yes I just noticed that , I’m trying to figure out why it’s not showing now , bear with me I’ll get it posted here yet .
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 02-14-2024, 05:45 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,407
Posted By Glenritas
Take a look at my build thread for some insight...

Take a look at my build thread for some insight on adding a separate a/c inlet .
Just click on the link in my signature .
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 11-25-2023, 10:08 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,683
Posted By Glenritas
At least you didn't do like this guy did ...

At least you didn't do like this guy did ...
Forum: 1959-69 Tradewind 10-01-2023, 05:54 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 14,643
Posted By Glenritas
Been on the road since 2015 . Just got back...

Been on the road since 2015 .
Just got back home this morning after attending yet another vintage trailer rally last week, heading out to another in ten days . Then three more back to back later...
Forum: 1970-79 Tradewind 09-25-2023, 12:25 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,036
Posted By Glenritas
Curious minds want to know ... it's been 4 years...

Curious minds want to know ... it's been 4 years since your last post .
How are you ? How is the project going ?
Forum: 1959-69 Tradewind 09-24-2023, 10:35 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 14,643
Posted By Glenritas
Over on the street side below the stove top is...

Over on the street side below the stove top is now a compartment I made to fill the place of the oven and below that the new 120v main circuit braker panel for the charger inverter , water heater ,...
Forum: 1959-69 Tradewind 09-24-2023, 10:08 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 14,643
Posted By Glenritas
Here's Pic's of the black water outlet in the...

Here's Pic's of the black water outlet in the bumper compartment and the gray water outlet under the trailer the white line is the shower drain and the black line is the kitchen drain .

The Gel...
Forum: 1959-69 Tradewind 09-24-2023, 09:53 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 14,643
Posted By Glenritas
Early in this thread I mentioned the water damage...

Early in this thread I mentioned the water damage to the floor across the rear where the built it flaw contributed to it . This is where the cover plate to the bumper storage slips under the floor...
Forum: 1959-69 Tradewind 09-24-2023, 09:30 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 14,643
Posted By Glenritas
Oh BTW if you have the vinyl clad interior walls...

Oh BTW if you have the vinyl clad interior walls and they are sticky Magic Eraser works fast and great . Just wet and wipe then rinse with a damp Micro fiber towel . It took just 2 hours to do the...
Forum: 1959-69 Tradewind 09-24-2023, 09:03 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 14,643
Posted By Glenritas
After we got back from our adventures through...

After we got back from our adventures through central Oregon , up to Washington then east to north Idaho , Montana , Wyoming , Utah , southern Idaho, S.E. Oregon , North central Oregon , Portland ,...
Forum: 1970-79 Tradewind 09-24-2023, 07:19 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,949
Posted By Glenritas
Congratulations on your new toy ! You will...

Congratulations on your new toy !

You will face a few challenges getting it ready to tow out of the field . Most have been addressed in this thread .

Now once you get it home the fun can begin...
Forum: Roof Vents, Skylights & Fans 08-01-2023, 07:13 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,782
Posted By Glenritas
I’ve had Fantastic fans on 3 of our past Casitas...

I’ve had Fantastic fans on 3 of our past Casitas and had to add vent covers to all of them .

So when I was restoring our ‘69 Airstream I replaced the funky Heir vents with Maxxair remote controls...
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 06-06-2023, 09:31 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,806
Posted By Glenritas
Boxite to clear this up the panel was replaced...

Boxite to clear this up the panel was replaced with Olympic rivets and later damaged , the repair wasn’t done very well and the tail light housing misinstalled and leaked also . I suspect the Olympic...
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 06-06-2023, 04:14 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,806
Posted By Glenritas
The entire lower street side from end cap to end...

The entire lower street side from end cap to end cap was replaced sometime in the last 53 years with Olympic rivets and no leaks .

However the lower rear curb corner was replaced with Olympic...
Forum: 1959-69 Tradewind 05-16-2023, 09:08 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 14,643
Posted By Glenritas
BTW we decorate like this at all the rallies. ...

BTW we decorate like this at all the rallies.
Well it does depend on the weather forecast on how much we decorate the awning , if it’s going to be really windy or rainy we don’t put much out .

We...
Forum: 1959-69 Tradewind 05-16-2023, 08:37 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 14,643
Posted By Glenritas
Hi David, We are joining a caravan with our Nor...

Hi David,
We are joining a caravan with our Nor Cal club to Rock Springs BUT we won’t be attending the International rally.
Instead we will be at the KoA in Rock Springs for 2 days then off on our...
Forum: 1959-69 Tradewind 05-14-2023, 08:52 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 14,643
Posted By Glenritas
Last October at Jackson Rancheria Airstream rally...

Last October at Jackson Rancheria Airstream rally ,
us Glamping with 'Mingos
Forum: 1959-69 Tradewind 05-14-2023, 08:43 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 14,643
Posted By Glenritas
Gee you would have thought I would have added the...

Gee you would have thought I would have added the rest of the story in 2020 when I had plenty of time on my hands .
But NO I squandered it making sure the TV stayed on the wall in the Living Room ,...
Forum: Member Introductions 05-14-2023, 07:03 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 727
Posted By Glenritas
Congratulations ! Welcome to Club 69 a mid modern...

Congratulations ! Welcome to Club 69 a mid modern interior design .

Test all systems first then make a list then the plan of attack .

BTW if your walls are sticky to the touch the easiest way...
Forum: 1959-69 Tradewind 04-08-2023, 11:35 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,189
Posted By Glenritas
Well its been 3 years since the last progress...

Well its been 3 years since the last progress update.

Curious minds what to know what’s been happening.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-18-2023, 04:07 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 10,263
Posted By Glenritas
No confusion here . Both the tow rating and...

No confusion here . Both the tow rating and payload drop as the vehicle is outfitted with more options . Check the tow rating and payload of the base Tundra 2 door and the tow rating and payloads of...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-18-2023, 09:30 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 10,263
Posted By Glenritas
The Tow rating goes down as the weight of the...

The Tow rating goes down as the weight of the accessories weight is added . So in my case the weight of the cap , grill guard , road wing etc. is deducted from the tow rating .

This is why the tow...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-13-2023, 08:52 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 10,263
Posted By Glenritas
We have a 2014 Tundra dbl.cab SR5 2 wheel drive...

We have a 2014 Tundra dbl.cab SR5 2 wheel drive it had a 10,500# tow rating until I added the cap , bed rug , front grill guard , Road Wing and under rear seat storage compartment . Now it has a...
Forum: 2016 - Current International 03-13-2023, 06:36 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,730
Posted By Glenritas
Congrats on your find ! Enjoy it for many years...

Congrats on your find ! Enjoy it for many years of fun to come .

Now about those Big Red Numbers , I can understand you not wanting them tattooing your AS .
The original reason was when on the...
Forum: Our Community 03-13-2023, 05:55 PM
Replies: 8,049
Views: 1,955,986
Posted By Glenritas
Prepped & painted the tongue , installed new...

Prepped & painted the tongue , installed new tongue Jack .
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-04-2023, 06:40 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,718
Posted By Glenritas
So you have a '66 Mustang 289 v8 with C4...

So you have a '66 Mustang 289 v8 with C4 automatic Trans , being a v8 car it should have 5 lug wheels , 10" drum brakes on the front unless you have the optional disc brakes , Hopefully you upgraded...
Forum: 1970-79 Tradewind 02-12-2023, 07:28 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 9,388
Posted By Glenritas
Regarding water intrusion to the rear floor edge...

Regarding water intrusion to the rear floor edge at the bumper compartment , My solution was to make a flashing that tucks under the trim and is sealed to the top of the bumper compartment with Butyl...
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 02-09-2023, 10:27 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,198
Posted By Glenritas
Hi Brandon , I replaced all my plumbing in...

Hi Brandon ,

I replaced all my plumbing in my ‘69 Trade Wind with blue and red pex from Lowe’s and used Seatec plastic fittings I got from [url]https://www.vintagetrailersupply.com[url]

They...
Forum: Winter Living 12-23-2022, 07:52 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,307
Posted By Glenritas
One way to prevent that from happening is to make...

One way to prevent that from happening is to make sure when you log in is to click the “keep me logged in” button .

The best way is to write it in text edit on your computer then drag and drop it...
Forum: Winter Living 12-23-2022, 07:29 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,715
Posted By Glenritas
Gee you guys have wheels , why aren’t you guys...

Gee you guys have wheels , why aren’t you guys headed south before the cccoolldddd weather set in ?

Have a merry Christmas ��
Forum: Windows, Doors, Locks & Vents 11-30-2022, 03:22 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,118
Posted By Glenritas
You have a vintage part that is no longer made ....

You have a vintage part that is no longer made . If you can find a good used one they are made of unattainium .

You might want to check with https://www.vintagetrailersupply.com
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 11-01-2022, 05:46 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 7,642
Posted By Glenritas
And now an unrelated story…sort of About a...

And now an unrelated story…sort of

About a decade ago I had a similar problem with a full grey tank and a very hilly drive to the dump station with my 13’ Casita and yes it did back flow into the...
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 10-26-2022, 01:48 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,407
Posted By Glenritas
When I rebuilt my 1969 25’ Airstream I removed...

When I rebuilt my 1969 25’ Airstream I removed the entire propane system lines and all . I never got around to replacing it .

My water heater has an electric heating element along with the propane...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 10-17-2022, 09:02 PM
Replies: 131
Views: 20,743
Posted By Glenritas
We have a flock of Flamingo's that follow us...

We have a flock of Flamingo's that follow us everywhere we can't seem to loose them no mater what we try ... Dang they are persistent ! So we just let them tag along .

Just last week they came in...
Forum: Photography 10-17-2022, 08:51 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 8,754
Posted By Glenritas
Oct 15, 2022 at Jackson Rancheria Rally just up...

Oct 15, 2022 at Jackson Rancheria Rally just up the road from Jackson , CA.
Forum: Roof Vents, Skylights & Fans 10-09-2022, 08:32 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,869
Posted By Glenritas
All it takes is to leave the vent open once when...

All it takes is to leave the vent open once when away from the trailer to see the value of having one after that rouge cloud finds your open vent and …
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 10-01-2022, 10:50 AM
Replies: 2,451
Views: 501,999
Posted By Glenritas
That plastic isn’t protected by a UV coating...

That plastic isn’t protected by a UV coating because it was intended to be covered under the hood from the sun .

Put a vertical strip of painter’s tape on one side away from the sun so you can see...
Forum: Shocks 09-19-2022, 11:58 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,632
Posted By Glenritas
Gypsydad, Take a look at my build thread...

Gypsydad,

Take a look at my build thread for pics of the shock and axle installation.
They are on page one .
Just click the link in my signature.
Forum: Shocks 09-18-2022, 05:48 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,632
Posted By Glenritas
If the axle end of the shock is mounted like the...

If the axle end of the shock is mounted like the one on my ‘69 TradeWind, the axle will have to be unbolted and lowered to allow the shock to clear the frame .
This would be the time to change both...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 09-18-2022, 02:12 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,239
Posted By Glenritas
Bauxter , check your inbox pm sent . Also...

Bauxter , check your inbox pm sent .

Also check my build thread just click the link in my signature .
Forum: Plumbing - Systems & Fixtures 08-31-2022, 11:12 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 7,587
Posted By Glenritas
Take a look at my build thread , just click the...

Take a look at my build thread , just click the link in my signature.
Forum: 1970 - 1973 Overlander 08-30-2022, 05:49 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 866
Posted By Glenritas
Welcome to the rebuilders club . One thing...

Welcome to the rebuilders club .

One thing to Keep is all the wall partitions for templets it sure makes it easier to make new ones from a templet then trying to figure out the curve of the wall...
Forum: Belly Pans & Banana Wraps 08-30-2022, 05:29 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,951
Posted By Glenritas
If all of you are saying the Banana wrap is...

If all of you are saying the Banana wrap is mounted over the exterior skin then the trim is installed over it on all your trailers then that pretty much says it is .

On my '69 Trade Wind the...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 08-30-2022, 04:28 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,498
Posted By Glenritas
Here in Sunny California A good place to start is...

Here in Sunny California A good place to start is shopping malls .

Lots of flat roofs and huge Parking lots , just think if they were all covered with solar panels the building would be cooler...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 08-30-2022, 03:17 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 16,278
Posted By Glenritas
Test rotation It seems I have to rotate the...

Test rotation

It seems I have to rotate the pics 360 when I drag them from the library before posting . This is something new with the last updates .

I used to drag them to mail then to the...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 08-30-2022, 03:13 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 16,278
Posted By Glenritas
As you know I ditched the Airstream bathroom in...

As you know I ditched the Airstream bathroom in our trailer and replaced the street side toilet & cabinet with a Casita wet bath carved up to fit the Airstream upper shell . This gave us a upper...
Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 08-28-2022, 04:40 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 13,117
Posted By Glenritas
Last year I was going to bring my Honda 2000i...

Last year I was going to bring my Honda 2000i along to a RV park that in the past had a power outage that PG&E caused .
BUT I forgot to load it .
When we got to the park we were notified that...
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