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Posted By Markeyro

Would I still want a cross connector though if my...

Would I still want a cross connector though if my plan was to blow out the lines?

I'm leaning towards that direction vs. the antifreeze route.

Thx, helpful info!
mark

Forum: Fresh Water Systems

01-26-2013, 07:48 AM

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Posted By Markeyro

I have seen some shutoffs on either side of a hot...

I have seen some shutoffs on either side of a hot water heater. Is this necessary? What purpose would these serve? Aid in draining the system or isolating the HWH??

thanks,
mark

Forum: Fresh Water Systems

01-25-2013, 08:48 AM

Replies: 9

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Posted By Markeyro

3 Changes already.... - Need a pressure...

3 Changes already....

- Need a pressure regulator on the inlet for city water
- No check valve after the pump, otherwise it won't sense any pressure drop
- Then the valves at the drains as...

Forum: Fresh Water Systems

01-25-2013, 07:12 AM

Replies: 9

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Posted By Markeyro

Obviously valves on the drain lines. :)

Obviously valves on the drain lines. :)

Forum: Fresh Water Systems

01-25-2013, 07:11 AM

Replies: 9

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Posted By Markeyro

Plumbing Schematic, yes again...

Could anyone give me some quick feedback about this attached schematic?

Working on a 78 30' Rear Bath Argosy that I've gutted and am restoring. Does this look about right to folks? Seems like a...

Forum: General Repair Forum

01-04-2013, 08:31 PM

Replies: 27

Airstream Wiki...

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Posted By Markeyro

Ha! well thanks Janet, isn't that a bit helpful!...

Ha! well thanks Janet, isn't that a bit helpful! shows how tunnel-visioned i guess i can be.

appreciate it!!

Forum: General Repair Forum

01-04-2013, 06:16 PM

Replies: 27

Airstream Wiki...

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Posted By Markeyro

Janet - I second Skater's "awesome!" I guess...

Janet - I second Skater's "awesome!" I guess we'll see how things go and if it's an idea that could gain some traction. Not too hard to unsticky them eventually and let em die if need be. Thanks...

Forum: General Repair Forum

01-03-2013, 09:31 AM

Replies: 27

Airstream Wiki...

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Posted By Markeyro

Skater, sounds great, do you want to put...

Skater, sounds great, do you want to put something together, and I can do the same on the pex topic. Then maybe we can take a look at each of them, feedback for one another, then post. I'm...

Forum: General Repair Forum

01-02-2013, 05:00 PM

Replies: 27

Airstream Wiki...

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Posted By Markeyro

Skater, I know what you're saying. I'm...

Skater,

I know what you're saying. I'm overly optimistic oftentimes and I'd like to think we could put together a variety of opinions and advice without needing to get into black and white...

Forum: Doors & Locks

01-02-2013, 12:55 PM

Replies: 8

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Posted By Markeyro

Great! Thanks again Roger!

Great! Thanks again Roger!

Forum: Doors & Locks

01-02-2013, 12:37 PM

Replies: 8

Views: 4,215

Posted By Markeyro

Cool, so with those 2 locks is the top one the...

Cool, so with those 2 locks is the top one the deadbolt I assume? What would you say was the most difficult part of the install?? I get that I'll be making that large patch for over the existing...

Forum: Doors & Locks

01-02-2013, 12:08 PM

Replies: 8

Views: 4,215

Posted By Markeyro

I like the look of that lock/handleset, something...

I like the look of that lock/handleset, something along those lines is probably what I'm going to be into eh?

Here is my "handle" if you can call it that...

Forum: General Repair Forum

01-02-2013, 11:59 AM

Replies: 27

Airstream Wiki...

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Posted By Markeyro

Skater, Thanks for the link to that old wiki...

Skater,

Thanks for the link to that old wiki attempt. Kind of a bummer.

I think your thoughts are quite valid and probably the best we could do given the reality of things.

I struggle in...

Forum: Doors & Locks

01-02-2013, 12:36 AM

Replies: 8

Views: 4,215

Posted By Markeyro

'78 Argosy Front Door Handle / Lock / Latch

Hey there all,

I have a 1978 30' Argosy Rear Bath Model with a shot front door lock/latch. The whole assembly needs replaced.

I've reviewed some previous threads and it looks like the KT...

Forum: General Repair Forum

01-02-2013, 12:04 AM

Replies: 27

Airstream Wiki...

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Posted By Markeyro

wxbuoy, I think that this is my point. ...

wxbuoy,

I think that this is my point.

"Agreed, but it shouldn't be that way.... The amount of data available is overwhelming in it's content and disarray and disorganization...."

I...

Forum: General Repair Forum

01-01-2013, 03:15 AM

Replies: 27

Airstream Wiki...

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Posted By Markeyro

oh, i've been in search of all manner of info!! ...

oh, i've been in search of all manner of info!! furnace info, plumbing info, electrical info, rivet info, on and on.

and i have gleaned a ton reading threads, but have been largely unsuccessful...

Forum: General Repair Forum

01-01-2013, 01:40 AM

Replies: 27

Airstream Wiki...

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Posted By Markeyro

Airstream Wiki...

This may be a question that's been asked a million times, but I searched and searched and couldn't find my answer so here goes.

One thing I've experienced as I've read and read and read on this...

Forum: Windows & Screens

12-12-2012, 01:44 AM

Replies: 9

Views: 1,686

Posted By Markeyro

No problem, it was good advice. :-) I'm...

No problem, it was good advice. :-) I'm still at a place where a shell off restoration is a possibility, so we'll see, but yeah, gonna do all those inside seal replacements for now.
...

Forum: Windows & Screens

12-11-2012, 03:39 PM

Replies: 9

Views: 1,686

Posted By Markeyro

Thanks for the help. Glad to know that sarcasm...

Thanks for the help. Glad to know that sarcasm is alive and well!

Mark

Forum: Windows & Screens

12-11-2012, 11:42 AM

Replies: 9

Views: 1,686

Posted By Markeyro

Hey guys, thanks for the feedback! 2 Reasons...

Hey guys, thanks for the feedback!

2 Reasons I've considered this:
1- it's nasty around many of my windows, black gunk kind of hard crusty around the edges. Not looking real clean or sharp.
2-...

Forum: Windows & Screens

12-11-2012, 03:33 AM

Replies: 9

Views: 1,686

Posted By Markeyro

Argosy Window Repair... (yes I've searched)

I'm looking for a good thorough tutorial on fully replairing my 78 Argosy 30' windows.

I've searched and searched, without much success, probably due to my own stupidity, but I thought. Just...

Forum: All Argosy Trailers

12-08-2012, 10:04 PM

Replies: 44

Views: 13,355

Posted By Markeyro

Hey guys, thanks for the help. I hadn't...

Hey guys, thanks for the help.

I hadn't considered the hot water heater because it hasn't ever been in the unit! Now that it's mentioned, yeah, that access door is in just the wrong place! So 2...

Forum: All Argosy Trailers

12-08-2012, 07:26 PM

Replies: 44

Views: 13,355

Posted By Markeyro

So here is my proposed new floorplan, not all the...

So here is my proposed new floorplan, not all the details but a starting point.

I'll be using some pocket doors for the Bedroom and Bathroom, hence the thicker walls...

Tanks located as close...

Forum: All Argosy Trailers

12-08-2012, 07:06 PM

Replies: 44

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Posted By Markeyro

Isn't it funny how these projects move so slow :)...

Isn't it funny how these projects move so slow :)

I'm 90% stripped out in the argosy, but am trying to carefully remove the bathroom to sell to another Argosy guy here in Ft. Wayne. So I'm...

Forum: All Argosy Trailers

12-06-2012, 05:14 PM

Replies: 44

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Posted By Markeyro

Steve thanks so much for the reply. It was good...

Steve thanks so much for the reply. It was good to review those plans. I need to take some of these to my drawings and see what I can work out. Part of what I need to see too is what things are...

Forum: Windows & Screens

12-06-2012, 06:22 AM

Replies: 3

Rear Bath Window question

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Posted By Markeyro

gaskets on the argosy...

Do you remember the shape/size? Also would you know anything about the door gasket / seal?

Thanks,
mark

Forum: All Argosy Trailers

12-05-2012, 09:00 PM

Replies: 44

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Posted By Markeyro

Appreciate the advice. I've already got it...

Appreciate the advice. I've already got it sketched up with those specifics, and am mulling some stuff over. Don't worry, i've dove into one too many projects without realizing the water was a...

Forum: All Argosy Trailers

12-05-2012, 07:43 PM

Replies: 44

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Posted By Markeyro

More questions...

Okay I wanted to share a few images of where I'm at and ask some related questions to make sure I'm on the right track.
1. Refrigerator - Dometic RM100 - covered this in a previous post, but will be...

Forum: All Argosy Trailers

12-05-2012, 07:21 PM

Replies: 44

Views: 13,355

Posted By Markeyro

Tiger, Thanks a ton for sharing those pics!! You...

Tiger, Thanks a ton for sharing those pics!! You did a great job on that!

I must say that I'm somewhat anxious to see the condition of the frame once I get the floor stripped back in some places...

Forum: All Argosy Trailers

12-05-2012, 02:48 PM

Replies: 44

Views: 13,355

Posted By Markeyro

Yeah I've done some "standing around" and I think...

Yeah I've done some "standing around" and I think it's the back and side getting me at the back versus just the side curve. You're right, lots to weigh as to if it's worth it or not. Probably...

Forum: All Argosy Trailers

12-05-2012, 12:40 PM

Replies: 44

Views: 13,355

Posted By Markeyro

Crispyboy and DKB_SATX, Thanks for the...

Crispyboy and DKB_SATX,

Thanks for the response and the feedback. Yeah, lots and lots to do. I'm about a third done stripping back all the interior and hope to finish that out here in the coming...

Forum: All Argosy Trailers

12-04-2012, 09:25 PM

Replies: 44

Views: 13,355

Posted By Markeyro

Question about my fridge. Hey there all,...

Question about my fridge.

Hey there all, question about my Dometic RM100 gas/electric fridge. She no workey.

Won't fire up electric, and I'm assuming not with propane either. She is in rough...

Forum: Airstream Registry Discussions

12-03-2012, 10:50 AM

Replies: 0

The Argo :: 1978 Argosy

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Posted By Markeyro

The Argo :: 1978 Argosy

The Argo :: 1978 Argosy (2012-12-03 11:50:58)

Forum: All Argosy Trailers

12-02-2012, 02:28 PM

Replies: 44

Views: 13,355

Posted By Markeyro

Russ, sounds good, i'll send you some pics of...

Russ, sounds good, i'll send you some pics of what i've got if and i'd be happy to part those out to you. Off the top of my head, bathtub, sink, toilet, cabinets etc. I'll work on pics.
Feel free...

Forum: All Argosy Trailers

12-02-2012, 11:45 AM

Replies: 44

Views: 13,355

Posted By Markeyro

Okay, I've had a few hours to gather myself. I...

Okay, I've had a few hours to gather myself. I wanted to give a heads up to my current situation and plans, and then ask for some feedback along some specific lines.

Our basic philosophy with...

Forum: All Argosy Trailers

12-01-2012, 04:29 PM

Replies: 44

Views: 13,355

Posted By Markeyro

Thx, mine is likely under much paint!

Thx, mine is likely under much paint!

Forum: All Argosy Trailers

12-01-2012, 03:37 PM

Replies: 44

Views: 13,355

Posted By Markeyro

Well, we made it home without incident, so that...

Well, we made it home without incident, so that seems good!

The argosy hauled really easy with the Ford 3500 diesel. Brakes worked on the trailer, though squeaky, and had to use some tie...

Forum: All Argosy Trailers

12-01-2012, 07:51 AM

Replies: 44

Views: 13,355

Posted By Markeyro

Rolling down the road now, towing well so far! ...

Rolling down the road now, towing well so far!

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Forum: All Argosy Trailers

12-01-2012, 03:30 AM

Replies: 44

Views: 13,355

Posted By Markeyro

Gonna hit the road to pick her up this am. ...

Gonna hit the road to pick her up this am.

Nervous and excited. I have a beefy tow vehicle and an experienced hauler who has generously offered to help me. Here's to protecting those...

Forum: All Argosy Trailers

11-30-2012, 05:57 AM

Replies: 44

Views: 13,355

Posted By Markeyro

Well looks positive to go pick this baby up on...

Well looks positive to go pick this baby up on Saturday! Here's to hoping for a smooth transport! Wish me luck!

Forum: All Argosy Trailers

11-28-2012, 05:28 PM

Replies: 44

Views: 13,355

Posted By Markeyro

Good to know! I'll try and track that down when...

Good to know! I'll try and track that down when I have the trooper come out for my vin inspection and when submitting my paperwork.
Thx, mark

Forum: All Argosy Trailers

11-28-2012, 02:35 PM

Replies: 44

Views: 13,355

Posted By Markeyro

Next in the saga... So I've been talking...

Next in the saga...

So I've been talking with the BMV and the County Courts about obtaining a Court Ordered Title. Anyone have any experience with these? Both places make it sound like no big...

Forum: All Argosy Trailers

11-27-2012, 09:18 PM

Replies: 44

Views: 13,355

Posted By Markeyro

Thanks so much for all of that information. ...

Thanks so much for all of that information. Super helpful and is definitely helping to form my plans to hopefully get this baby home.

Quick side question regarding "VIN plates" that I've seen...

Forum: All Argosy Trailers

11-25-2012, 11:53 AM

Replies: 44

Views: 13,355

Posted By Markeyro

Del Gurney, Thanks for the info. I...

Del Gurney,

Thanks for the info. I appreciate the feedback. Great idea about having a tow truck company to do the initial haul. I'll be checking into that option. Also like the idea about the...

Forum: All Argosy Trailers

11-25-2012, 07:45 AM

Replies: 44