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Forum: Axles 05-13-2015, 12:35 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,501
Posted By retrocar66
Has anyone driven behind their trailer on the...

Has anyone driven behind their trailer on the highway to observe the suspension in action? You ought to be able to see how the thing moves when it takes a bump. You can see an automobile suspension...
Forum: Axles 05-12-2015, 09:38 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,501
Posted By retrocar66
According to the stickers on the axles, they are...

According to the stickers on the axles, they are rated for 3500lb each.
Forum: Axles 05-11-2015, 10:10 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,501
Posted By retrocar66
Dexter axle - no spindle flex w/ loaded trailer

I have Dexter axles that are pretty new, were put on a year ago and have gone maybe 1000 miles.

There seems to be very little if any "flex" in the spindle even with the trailer loaded. I am...
Forum: Audio, Video & TV 03-21-2015, 10:02 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,853
Posted By retrocar66
missing mast and antenna for 67 TW

My 67 TW is missing the TV antenna and mast. I'd like to find parts or something similar to the original to replace or restore this. However, I'm not sure exactly what I'm looking for. The entire...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 03-21-2015, 07:15 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,162
Posted By retrocar66
Thanks both for the replies. Are the...

Thanks both for the replies.

Are the auto-reset fuses the ones that look like a little gray box, with two wires attached on one face? If so, I have found one of those in the trailer belly, in...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 03-19-2015, 11:34 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,162
Posted By retrocar66
location of low-voltage panel '67 TW

I cannot find the "low-voltage panel" in my '67 TW. Any clues on where this might be? I have read the various threads on this, and have searched all over, but so far can see no sign of any...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 03-04-2015, 11:12 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,150
Posted By retrocar66
@paiceman I don't think there's a way to turn off...

@paiceman I don't think there's a way to turn off the leveling on the Lexus? At any rate I can't find anything about that in the owner's manual. It's off while I'm hitching up, since the ignition...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 03-04-2015, 05:58 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,150
Posted By retrocar66
Ron - your comment confuses me, because I thought...

Ron - your comment confuses me, because I thought the idea of the WD hitch was to transfer some weight to the front axle. Is that incorrect? If so I have been conceptualizing this wrong. Is it...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 03-03-2015, 03:48 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,150
Posted By retrocar66
I'm wondering whether the bars are too heavy. ...

I'm wondering whether the bars are too heavy. Are 800# bars too heavy for a tongue weight of 520lb? That is the empty weight. I expect it to be a little heavier loaded, but I haven't been able to...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 03-03-2015, 03:37 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,150
Posted By retrocar66
photos

Here are a couple of photos of the current setup.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 03-03-2015, 03:05 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,150
Posted By retrocar66
Gene, thanks for the response. Sorry for the...

Gene, thanks for the response. Sorry for the confusion, I meant "equalizer" in the generic sense of weight distribution. I forgot it was a brand as well.

Per Andy's instructions in this thread...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 03-02-2015, 02:33 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,150
Posted By retrocar66
equalizer hitch setup

I have a reese WD hitch with 800# bars. I'm setting it up with a new TV, a 2009 Lexus GX470.

Per the advice in these forums, I measured the TV wheel well height unloaded. Then measured again...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 01-18-2015, 05:29 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 10,782
Posted By retrocar66
Does anyone have the details of the necessary...

Does anyone have the details of the necessary hitch reinforcement welds? I am considering using a Cayenne as a TV and so will need these details. I can't get to Can Am either, too far away.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 12-29-2014, 11:15 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,114
Posted By retrocar66
Tallen5, what is the weight on your 22' sport? ...

Tallen5, what is the weight on your 22' sport?

I would like to hear more from people who are pulling with FJs. What is your experience? The vehicle is rated for 5000lb. I can't see why you...
Forum: General Interior Topics 03-30-2014, 03:24 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,955
Posted By retrocar66
I finally got this out by removing the hardware...

I finally got this out by removing the hardware with the door in place. It took several hours of finagling.

Even with the hardware removed, the door itself cannot be removed from the pocket. ...
Forum: General Interior Topics 03-30-2014, 11:39 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,955
Posted By retrocar66
remove sliding bathroom door

Does anyone have experience replacing roller hardware on the sliding bathroom doors?

The bathroom pocket door on my 67 Tradewind has been stuck for some time. I investigated the problem and found...
Forum: Windows & Screens 03-29-2014, 10:49 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,356
Posted By retrocar66
I've found that a plastic chisel works great for...

I've found that a plastic chisel works great for removing the old seals and adhesive. And it won't scratch the aluminum. I usually soften the adhesive with a little solvent (mineral spirits) first....
Forum: Windows & Screens 03-21-2014, 01:12 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 850
Posted By retrocar66
Leak fix for fixed-pane windows

Both of the fixed (non-opening) windows in my 67 Tradewind are leaking. A PO has applied a lot of caulk on the interior and exterior edges of the window. To stop the leaks, I'm planning to remove...
Forum: Leaks - Weatherstrips, Gaskets, Caulks & Sealants 01-08-2014, 09:05 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,700
Posted By retrocar66
Sounds exactly like my issue. A PO has tried to...

Sounds exactly like my issue. A PO has tried to seal up the old window gasket in the corners with caulk, but it's kind of a sloppy job. The original gaskets are definitely shot. The glass appears...
Forum: Leaks - Weatherstrips, Gaskets, Caulks & Sealants 01-07-2014, 04:04 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,700
Posted By retrocar66
window leak - '67 Tradewind

I'm trying to fix a window leak in the small window by the door on my '67 TW.

The window has two glass sections: the top section, which is curved and opens with a crank, and the smaller bottom...
Forum: Eddie Bauer - All Models 11-16-2013, 04:34 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,025
Posted By retrocar66
I have an older Airstream (67 Tradewind) with no...

I have an older Airstream (67 Tradewind) with no diverter valve on the (original) hot water heater.

Does anyone know any tricks for getting antifreeze into the hot water supply lines without...
Forum: Windows & Screens 09-30-2013, 04:36 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 671
Posted By retrocar66
glass bar repair

Has anyone attempted a glass bar repair for a problem like this? See pic attached.

The lip on the bar that the opener arm attaches to has been broken off -- no doubt from years of cranking.
...
Forum: Windows & Screens 09-30-2013, 03:01 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 11,395
Posted By retrocar66
I just did this job my rear window last night. ...

I just did this job my rear window last night. After removing most of the seal with a razor blade, I softened up the old seal remnants with brake cleaner (applied with a rag) and then scraped it off...
Forum: Stoves, Ovens & Microwaves 09-28-2013, 10:07 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 14,022
Posted By retrocar66
What is this "air shutter" on the main burner? ...

What is this "air shutter" on the main burner? I'm troubleshooting a similar problem. I don't see any moving parts on the main oven burner, however.
Forum: Axles 09-22-2013, 10:55 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,976
Posted By retrocar66
axle mounting bolt torque

Is there a proper torque for axle mounting bolts? If I mount my new axles with a 1/2" air wrench that can go to about 400-450ft lbs, is that enough?

Also, I'm not sure the new axles will come...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 08-27-2013, 02:04 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,476
Posted By retrocar66
tongue jack is too short?

The tongue jack on my 67 Tradewind doesn't reach the ground when the trailer is level -- it comes within maybe 6 inches, then I get a hard stop.

Is this just a malfunction of some kind? I can't...
Forum: Axles 08-27-2013, 01:54 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,748
Posted By retrocar66
axle replacement - '67 Tradewind

Based on my reading in the forums here, I think my axles are shot. I have started to look for replacements, but before I move on anything, since I'm new to this, I have some questions....


1. I...
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 07-28-2013, 12:14 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,747
Posted By retrocar66
The podcast 68TW mentions is here...

The podcast 68TW mentions is here (https://www.thevap.com/vapcasts/vap0187.mp3), in case someone else is looking for it. The portion about the outrigger tear issue starts around minute 50:00. A good...
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 07-27-2013, 11:33 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,747
Posted By retrocar66
This is an interesting idea. do you have any...

This is an interesting idea. do you have any pics of this? I might try something similar.

Btw, where does one get small quantities of the right kind of aluminum to make this sort of patch?
...
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 07-26-2013, 12:34 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,474
Posted By retrocar66
The awning has been closed since the trailer was...

The awning has been closed since the trailer was delivered. That crease showed up afterward.

This crease is on the opposite side of the trailer from where the skin perforation is (in my other...
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 07-26-2013, 12:28 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,747
Posted By retrocar66
Thanks all for the responses, this has been...

Thanks all for the responses, this has been informative.

As far as the axles go, they actually look pretty good. It looks like there is plenty of positive angle between the axles and the belly...
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 07-25-2013, 12:05 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,747
Posted By retrocar66
aluminum skin perforation

There's a spot on my 67 Tradewind where a piece of steel or other metal appears to have worn a hole through the aluminum skin. It's on the "port" side, in front of the axles, about 1/3rd of the way...
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 07-25-2013, 11:55 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,474
Posted By retrocar66
more info

Definitely have not leaned anything on the trailer.

It doesn't change in the sun/shade. It's been sitting in the same spot for almost two weeks, so it gets sun for part of the day.

I'm...
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 07-23-2013, 08:00 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,474
Posted By retrocar66
Yeah I have photos from the delivery last week so...

Yeah I have photos from the delivery last week so I'm sure it's new. This 67 is miraculously free of dents, except for a couple of knee-prints in the rear end-cap, so it's very noticeable when a new...
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 07-23-2013, 04:39 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,474
Posted By retrocar66
skin damage question

I have a 1967 Tradewind that I've had about 2 weeks. It's been sitting in the driveway while I get it ready to camp. The only time I've moved it, since it was towed to my driveway and dropped off,...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 07-22-2013, 11:39 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,620
Posted By retrocar66
tow vehicle

I'm towing with a 1966 Chrysler Newport convertible.

It's news to me that the tow vehicle makes a difference for the spring bar weight. How does the tow vehicle play into this?

Based on the...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 07-22-2013, 12:51 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,620
Posted By retrocar66
proper spring bar weight - 1967 Tradewind

The tongue weight on the 1967 Tradewind I just bought is supposedly 440lb dry (according to this chart (https://www.airstreamguy.com/lengthswidths_and_weights)) but I'm measuring 660lb in my driveway...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 07-22-2013, 12:16 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,495
Posted By retrocar66
This is completely unintuitive to me. I would...

This is completely unintuitive to me. I would have thought the opposite: trailer leaning "forward" with the front end of the trailer lower than the rear, would put more weight on the tongue.

Can...
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