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Forum: 1969 - 1973 Safari 05-02-2014, 01:48 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,922
Posted By MrJim
We originally paid just over $4K for our '71...

We originally paid just over $4K for our '71 Safari with dual axles, but have added enough since to be over $15K, with all the running gear now new and everything present and working properly. As...
Forum: Tires 04-06-2014, 11:40 PM
Replies: 122
Views: 25,836
Posted By MrJim
Update from original poster

This has all been very interesting and informative to me, as a new Airstream owner last summer.

One point suggested by others recently is that running tires at the maximum cold sidewall pressure...
Forum: 1969 - 1973 Safari 03-23-2014, 10:52 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,922
Posted By MrJim
Welcome Harvel!

Glad to hear you also have a '71 Safari with dual axles. If like us you need any unusual work done on your trailer, we are very happy with the help ours got this past fall and winter from C&G Trailer...
Forum: Tires 01-24-2014, 10:24 PM
Replies: 122
Views: 25,836
Posted By MrJim
Looks like RVSEF won't be near my trailer this...

Looks like RVSEF won't be near my trailer this year. (It's currently in Irvine, CA.) But thanks for suggesting them.

The main weight that I'd like to measure is hitch weight. I just bought a bath...
Forum: Full-Timing, Winter Living & Workamping 01-11-2014, 12:03 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,216
Posted By MrJim
Half year "home" base in Southern Illinois?

I've recently been thinking we have too much house for our needs back home in northern IL, if we're going to be wintering away from it, but also thinking there are tax advantages to remaining an...
Forum: Tires 01-10-2014, 11:36 PM
Replies: 122
Views: 25,836
Posted By MrJim
FWIW, I was reading the original manual for our...

FWIW, I was reading the original manual for our '71 Safari, and finally noticed that Airstream officially recommended 60 PSI for our tires in it. That's also what was recommended to us by CGTrailers...
Forum: 1969 - 1973 Safari 11-27-2013, 09:24 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,121
Posted By MrJim
Fixed by dealer

Thanks much for the offer of buck rivets. We ended up letting our Airstream dealer reattach the rear window.
Forum: On The Road... 11-15-2013, 12:25 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,495
Posted By MrJim
Not so tough. My sister lives in White Bluffs, so...

Not so tough. My sister lives in White Bluffs, so we slept in her air-conditioned guest room, while on our way to California. Our comfort limit for sleeping in the un-airconditioned trailer was about...
Forum: On The Road... 11-14-2013, 11:02 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,495
Posted By MrJim
White Bluff Resort on Lake Whitney, TX was great

We had a wonderful site at Texas Resort - White Bluff Resort - Lake Whitney, Texas (https://www.whitebluffresort.com) on Lake Whitney, TX in August:
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 11-14-2013, 10:43 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,159
Posted By MrJim
To find it in the Play Store for Android, I had...

To find it in the Play Store for Android, I had to search for "airstream", rather than for "live riveted". But as a bonus, it then found both the Live Riveted app (listed as by Element Three) and the...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 11-12-2013, 10:56 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,008
Posted By MrJim
Any problems with Sprinter-based RVs not being allowed in RV parks?

We currently have a '71 AS Safari, and were recently surprised to learn on checking out an RV park in Anaheim, CA that they don't allow trailers over 10 years old.

I later came across another RV...
Forum: Windows & Screens 11-12-2013, 10:29 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,220
Posted By MrJim
We had the same problem. Popped ALL the rivets on...

We had the same problem. Popped ALL the rivets on our rear window, and had to have our dealer replace them and put the window back in.

Since, I found it VERY helpful to remove the small hatch...
Forum: Flat-Front (Cutter, Clipper, XC, XL & Skydeck) Motorhomes 10-05-2013, 11:32 PM
Replies: 139
Views: 26,905
Posted By MrJim
I suspect I'm the odd duck here, but the only...

I suspect I'm the odd duck here, but the only Class A Airstream that has ever tempted me toward a purchase was a 1970s 28 foot twin bed Argosy. Its layout was very similar to the one in our 1971 23...
Forum: 1969 - 1973 Safari 10-05-2013, 11:10 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,922
Posted By MrJim
Thanks for the clarifications

Thanks for letting me know dual axles were an option in '71, and that at least one other '71 has that option.
Forum: 1969 - 1973 Safari 10-04-2013, 09:55 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,922
Posted By MrJim
Any other '71 Safari 23 footers with dual axles?

I was interested to note while browsing Airstream's specs for the 1971 models last night that the shortest version with dual axles was the 25 footer. Yet our 23 foot 197 Safari Land Yacht definitely...
Forum: 1969 - 1973 Safari 09-20-2013, 09:05 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,446
Posted By MrJim
Update 4: "The Bean" survived its first...

Update 4: "The Bean" survived its first cross-country trip in fine shape. Our new drapes from JPA Drapes (Drapes For Airstream and Argosy Trailers (https://www.jpadrapes.com)) were waiting for us at...
Forum: Tires 09-05-2013, 04:42 PM
Replies: 122
Views: 25,836
Posted By MrJim
FWIW, we settled on 59 PSI for our 65 PSI cold...

FWIW, we settled on 59 PSI for our 65 PSI cold limit Marathon tires, and they did fine on our recent 2,000 mile trip from Illinois to California by way of Texas. I was impressed that they held their...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 09-05-2013, 04:35 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 15,159
Posted By MrJim
FWIW, our Honda Pilot happily survived its recent...

FWIW, our Honda Pilot happily survived its recent 2K mile trip cross country towing our non-empty 3530# empty '71 Safari, which also survived the trip in good shape. We used an Equil-I-Zer hitch...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 09-05-2013, 04:27 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,666
Posted By MrJim
55 MPH was a great speed for our recent...

55 MPH was a great speed for our recent cross-country drive with a 3530# empty Safari being towed by a Honda Pilot with an Equil-I-Zer hitch. No bad behavior by the trailer at all during the 2,000...
Forum: Boondocking 09-05-2013, 04:07 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,657
Posted By MrJim
There are 2 good Airstream-only parks in TX. We...

There are 2 good Airstream-only parks in TX. We recently visited and enjoyed them both.
www.texasairstreamharbor.com and
www.ntaci.org
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 08-25-2013, 09:34 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,666
Posted By MrJim
Unless your tires are better than ours (new 65...

Unless your tires are better than ours (new 65 PSI max Goodyear Marathons), you shouldn't BE going over 60 MPH. I've been assured very bad things will happen if we exceed 65 MPH!

Our dual axle '71...
Forum: Tires 08-25-2013, 09:18 PM
Replies: 122
Views: 25,836
Posted By MrJim
Thanks everyone for all the insights on this. It...

Thanks everyone for all the insights on this. It all gets real in the morning as we head out on our first full day on the road.

After much thought, we've decided NOT to take along our spare tire....
Forum: 1969 - 1973 Safari 08-25-2013, 09:00 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,538
Posted By MrJim
On our '71 Safari, there are 4 factory speakers....

On our '71 Safari, there are 4 factory speakers. One is on each side of the trailer at the front, and another on each side of the trailer over the rear end each bunk bed below the overhead bins.
...
Forum: 1969 - 1973 Safari 08-22-2013, 09:26 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,446
Posted By MrJim
Update3: We're done with what we expect to do...

Update3: We're done with what we expect to do initially, and have taken our first overnight in "The Bean." That went well except that the water pump turned out not to actually work. (It made noise...
Forum: Tires 08-21-2013, 12:02 AM
Replies: 122
Views: 25,836
Posted By MrJim
Interesting: The old tires were 35 PSI max

One other tidbit I was told today by a ranger where we were camping is that I don't need to carry a spare trailer tire at all. Rather, he says, if a tire fails on a dual axle Airstream, just remove...
Forum: Full-Timing 08-18-2013, 07:57 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,748
Posted By MrJim
For ease of newbie towing I'd suggest starting...

For ease of newbie towing I'd suggest starting with the shortest trailer that meets your needs. That led us to our 23' '71 Safari, the shortest we could find with dual axles. I still find backing it...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 08-17-2013, 08:30 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 24,542
Posted By MrJim
For pulling our '71 23' Safari with a 2009 4WD...

For pulling our '71 23' Safari with a 2009 4WD Honda Pilot, we added these mirrors:
JR Products 2912 Grand Aero Towing Mirror - Pair, $111 from Amazon.
They were well rated and have worked really...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 08-17-2013, 08:17 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 15,159
Posted By MrJim
Buried in the info for our 2009 Honda Pilot was...

Buried in the info for our 2009 Honda Pilot was the info that it is only rated for 3,500# for travel trailers. The advertised 4,500# limit is for boats. When I asked why, I was told it's because...
Forum: Tires 08-15-2013, 08:33 PM
Replies: 122
Views: 25,836
Posted By MrJim
One more wrinkle - pressure rating of the valve stems

Thanks everyone for all the good info on this. A comment by "Phoenix" alerted me to a possibly-important additional factor: ordinary automotive wheel valve stems are only rated for 44 PSI, and I'm...
Forum: Tires 08-14-2013, 02:30 PM
Replies: 122
Views: 25,836
Posted By MrJim
Calculating the correct tire pressure to use

This may be covered elsewhere, but I'm not finding it, so I'll ask: How do I calculate the correct tire pressure to use on my "new to me" 1971 Land Yacht Safari 23' Airstream trailer with dual axles?...
Forum: 1969 - 1973 Safari 08-02-2013, 10:53 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,446
Posted By MrJim
Update2: Just got the trailer back after letting...

Update2: Just got the trailer back after letting our Airstream dealer reinstall the rear window, remove the front couch bases, reattach a bed frame that had come loose in a way I couldn't fix, and...
Forum: 1969 - 1973 Safari 07-14-2013, 11:12 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,498
Posted By MrJim
Photos of original latch attached

Our '71 has the original latch in good working order. I took photos of it for you, in case that helps any.
Forum: 1969 - 1973 Safari 07-12-2013, 08:07 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,446
Posted By MrJim
Update: New keys required only taking the trailer...

Update: New keys required only taking the trailer to Active Lock & Key (activelockand key.com) for a couple of hours. Total cost, $150, including 6 new keys and fixing a bad repair attempt by the PO....
Forum: 1969 - 1973 Safari 07-11-2013, 07:18 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,446
Posted By MrJim
Day 3 looking and smelling better

Pulled out all the carpeting and curtains today, which got rid of a lot more of the smelly stuff. Also temporarily patched some screen holes with a 3" by 3" patch kit I found at our local True Value...
Forum: 1969 - 1973 Safari 07-11-2013, 06:57 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,154
Posted By MrJim
Update: After sanding the edge of the temporary...

Update: After sanding the edge of the temporary wood door to fit better, I covered the whole surface of the wood door with aluminum tape, which definitely improves its appearance, and should add to...
Forum: 1969 - 1973 Safari 07-11-2013, 06:52 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,121
Posted By MrJim
Update: The rear window problem resolved itself...

Update: The rear window problem resolved itself this afternoon as my wife tried to help me coax the window down after cleaning and lubing the top hinge. Unfortunately, it did so via the remaining...
Forum: 1969 - 1973 Safari 07-10-2013, 09:53 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,121
Posted By MrJim
Day 2 with our '71 Safari pics and problems

Sorry for the new thread, but this appears to be the only way to add photos from my PC, which are needed for this.

First, if anyone wanted the 3 old tires and rims I mentioned yesterday, here's a...
Forum: 1969 - 1973 Safari 07-09-2013, 10:45 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,088
Posted By MrJim
It's here at last

We started the process of buying our "new to us" 1971 Airstream 23' Land Yacht Safari with Airstream of Chicago on May 28, and were finally able to bring it home after all the needed safety...
Forum: 1969 - 1973 Safari 07-08-2013, 10:58 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,483
Posted By MrJim
Update: Our dealer was also successful in getting...

Update: Our dealer was also successful in getting our entry step to work, although he was unable to find a way to order the optional auxiliary step assembly listed at part no. 01148 on page 4 in the...
Forum: 1969 - 1973 Safari 07-04-2013, 10:03 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,306
Posted By MrJim
Your Airstream dealer will be happy to do an...

Your Airstream dealer will be happy to do an extensive inspection, the same one they do for pre-delivery of one they sell, and then you can decide which of the resulting tasks you want to do...
Forum: Boondocking 06-27-2013, 01:07 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,657
Posted By MrJim
How best to find a bit of land to purchase where we can live in our Airstream

Not sure this is the correct forum for this, but seems closest of the options.
We are thinking of ways to buy a bit of land somewhere in Texas (we have relatives in Spring, Lake Whitney and Fort...
Forum: 1969 - 1973 Safari 06-26-2013, 11:18 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,439
Posted By MrJim
I just finished the book "Long, Long Honeymoon"...

I just finished the book "Long, Long Honeymoon" by the folks at LongLongHoneymoon.com | Videos, tips & information for travelers. (https://longlonghoneymoon.com/)
One of their suggestions was to look...
Forum: 1969 - 1973 Safari 06-25-2013, 08:14 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,126
Posted By MrJim
Ideas for adding a microwave to our '71 Safari?

Our "new to us" '71 Safari is coming without a microwave, and without an obvious place to put one. Have any fellow Safari owners found a good home for a compact microwave?

The one we are...
Forum: 1969 - 1973 Safari 06-25-2013, 08:02 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,439
Posted By MrJim
It appears to be a good value at the current bid...

It appears to be a good value at the current bid price of $4,550. We just paid $3,500 for a '71 that currently looks worse, and will end up costing a lot more after planned upgrades, some of which...
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 06-24-2013, 10:47 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,406
Posted By MrJim
Replacing storage bins

The storage bins on our "new to us" '71 23' twin bed rear bath Safari are mostly intact, though brittle and with some holes. Ideally, my wife would like to replace them all with new storage bins that...
Forum: 1969 - 1973 Safari 06-22-2013, 08:33 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,483
Posted By MrJim
Thanks again. Our '71 isn't quite ready for...

Thanks again. Our '71 isn't quite ready for delivery yet, but I was able to see it again today, and those who assured me the step is still there are correct. I oiled the pivot points I noticed, and...
Forum: 1969 - 1973 Safari 06-16-2013, 08:26 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,154
Posted By MrJim
Can replacement rear doorside doors still be ordered?

The rear doorside door on the 1971 Land Yacht Safari we are buying has been replaced with a wooden door. Is it still possible to get an original door? The size is 20-1/2" wide by 14-1/4" high, with...
Forum: 1969 - 1973 Safari 06-16-2013, 08:15 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,719
Posted By MrJim
Thanks for all the replies. Very helpful!

Thanks for all the replies. Very helpful!
Forum: 1969 - 1973 Safari 06-16-2013, 08:14 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,483
Posted By MrJim
Thanks much! I'll ask our dealer if he can get it...

Thanks much! I'll ask our dealer if he can get it to open. If not, I'll work on it after delivery.
Forum: 1969 - 1973 Safari 06-16-2013, 12:02 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,719
Posted By MrJim
Is there an adapter from the Airstream 7 pin on my '71 Safari to a 7 blade?

The pigtail on the 1971 Airstream Safari we are buying has a 7 pin pigtail, and the 2005 Honda Pilot with which we plan to tow it has a 7 blade receptacle. Our dealer has offered to replace the...
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