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Forum: On The Road... 11-18-2020, 09:44 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,789
Posted By SuzyHomemakr
Tamiani Trail also boasts the Skunk Ape Research...

Tamiani Trail also boasts the Skunk Ape Research Center! Perfect for trinkets and t-shirts to pass out at the wedding.
Forum: General Repair Forum 09-28-2020, 09:36 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,744
Posted By SuzyHomemakr
Your tires are dangerous! Unless you just want to...

Your tires are dangerous! Unless you just want to fill them up to move the trailer to a better position to change, I would change them out with proper trailer tires immediately. Properly cared for...
Forum: On The Road... 09-28-2020, 07:51 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 8,946
Posted By SuzyHomemakr
My wife and I use the Kijaro chairs. After having...

My wife and I use the Kijaro chairs. After having a cheapo chair collapse and trap me (requiring the aid of two people to drag me from the wreckage!), we sprung for the nice chairs. Very comfy, and...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 09-07-2020, 09:19 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 16,167
Posted By SuzyHomemakr
Having once been in a "tail wagging the dog"...

Having once been in a "tail wagging the dog" experience with an over-loaded trailer and a Jeep Cherokee, I can tell you it's not something I want to repeat! I doubt that you'll find a single person...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 09-07-2020, 09:09 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,157
Posted By SuzyHomemakr
If you like to read while spouse wants to sleep,...

If you like to read while spouse wants to sleep, don't go with a Paperwhite. I read every night before falling asleep, so a bright situation wouldn't go over well. I also use the Easy Eyes app on my...
Forum: 1974 - 1979 Sovereign 09-07-2020, 08:44 AM
Replies: 115
Views: 18,668
Posted By SuzyHomemakr
I'd be careful about those LEDs, especially over...

I'd be careful about those LEDs, especially over the setees. Point lights like that can shine uncomfortably when seated. I wound up re-thinking mine when it turned out that they were too bright. I...
Forum: Exterior Restoration Forum 09-03-2020, 06:45 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 12,586
Posted By SuzyHomemakr
Here's another idea... you can get a cute little...

Here's another idea... you can get a cute little friction chuck for a Dremmel tool. That's what I use around the shop when using tiny drill bits. I wouldn't want to do an entire trailer with it, but...
Forum: Exterior Restoration Forum 08-29-2020, 09:12 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 12,586
Posted By SuzyHomemakr
Also, having a non-pointy scratch awl can be...

Also, having a non-pointy scratch awl can be useful for those stubborn rivets. I happened to have a broken awl handy, but finding a cheapo and grinding the tip to about 1/8" will also do.

Some...
Forum: Jacks, Stabilizers, Lifting and Leveling 08-18-2020, 09:13 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,522
Posted By SuzyHomemakr
I went old-school DIY for my pads, after adding...

I went old-school DIY for my pads, after adding the lift kit. They are treated 2X6s, screwed together. The strap makes for easy carrying and retrieval from under the trailer.
Forum: Exterior Restoration Forum 07-23-2020, 07:59 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 9,998
Posted By SuzyHomemakr
OK- this has turned out to be lots more...

OK- this has turned out to be lots more complicated than I originally thought it would be! Yet, I am still persevering. Things are coming along!

Here are a couple of tests- I just received some...
Forum: General Interior Topics 07-19-2020, 09:13 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,979
Posted By SuzyHomemakr
I can make you a nice cutting board for $80 plus...

I can make you a nice cutting board for $80 plus shipping from exotic hardwoods. You would have to send me the original so that I could copy the shape. PM me if interested.
Forum: Exterior Restoration Forum 06-20-2020, 07:57 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 9,998
Posted By SuzyHomemakr
I'm having software problems with the multi-layer...

I'm having software problems with the multi-layer printing. Hopefully there will be a fix soon.
Forum: Our Community 06-09-2020, 04:37 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 7,318
Posted By SuzyHomemakr
All I want to know is... where are you camping? ...

All I want to know is... where are you camping? heh, heh :D
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 06-08-2020, 07:56 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 7,495
Posted By SuzyHomemakr
Wow! You'll be camping in no time! :) I like...

Wow! You'll be camping in no time! :)

I like your layout, nice drafting skills. I have a similar bedroom, and one thing that I'd recommend is to allow for plenty of kick space under the bed. It...
Forum: Exterior Restoration Forum 06-06-2020, 05:42 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 9,998
Posted By SuzyHomemakr
Second Test

The first didn't go so well, parts of the design was missing. This is right at the limits of my printer, so the settings have to be precise. This one turned out better, but I like the silver filament...
Forum: Exterior Restoration Forum 06-04-2020, 07:19 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 9,998
Posted By SuzyHomemakr
Keep following this thread, I'll post my progress...

Keep following this thread, I'll post my progress here
Forum: Exterior Restoration Forum 06-02-2020, 09:08 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 9,998
Posted By SuzyHomemakr
Progress!

I've got the 3D model built, and will start experimenting this week when the new filament arrives. I'm hoping to be able to print the different colors- no hand painting involved.

When I get the...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 05-26-2020, 07:46 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 8,942
Posted By SuzyHomemakr
Wow, I dunno about reducing the wheels wells......

Wow, I dunno about reducing the wheels wells... I've had tires explode, and basically blow through the sheet metal. I want as much room as possible for the tire shreds to flap around. Also, it seems...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 05-24-2020, 07:43 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 8,942
Posted By SuzyHomemakr
My 1/4" thick wall is 3" away from the edge of...

My 1/4" thick wall is 3" away from the edge of the AC shroud. That gives me a bathroom that an average ( 190 lbs, 5'10") guy can wave his arms around while hand-showering. No jumping-jacks or...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 05-23-2020, 07:40 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 8,942
Posted By SuzyHomemakr
In thinking about it more since yesterday, I...

In thinking about it more since yesterday, I would get an L-shaped alum extrusion, and install it vertically at the corner of the bath and bedroom. Using that drywall square, various measurements,...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 05-22-2020, 08:07 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 8,942
Posted By SuzyHomemakr
I swung the door that way for ease of entrance...

I swung the door that way for ease of entrance from the main living area. I also thought of some way to seal off the stateroom, but in the end, I found that that bathroom wall wasn't perfectly...
Forum: General Repair Forum 05-19-2020, 08:40 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,052
Posted By SuzyHomemakr
Look for a tube on the street side, in the frame,...

Look for a tube on the street side, in the frame, that's where mine is.

Having picked up a 3D printer, I wish that I'd had it for my renovation. You can use it to make your ducts and separator...
Forum: General Repair Forum 05-15-2020, 09:44 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,052
Posted By SuzyHomemakr
Just looking at your pics... are you sure that...

Just looking at your pics... are you sure that your axles are bad? I changed out mine, and put in a lift kit, and the body on mine sits at about the same place as yours. Maybe check out the Buyer's...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 05-13-2020, 10:39 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 8,942
Posted By SuzyHomemakr
I did the conversion on my '72 Ambassador. It's...

I did the conversion on my '72 Ambassador. It's worked out very well for us. It's a non-trivial task, but do-able with patience. We're basically weekend warriors, so having the wet head isn't that...
Forum: Floor Finishes 05-04-2020, 07:18 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 681
Posted By SuzyHomemakr
Removing Comp Tile

Wasn't someone asking about how to get old composition tile up? Just saw this from Fine Homebuilding, but haven't tried it myself:
Forum: General Interior Topics 04-30-2020, 11:07 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,035
Posted By SuzyHomemakr
Maybe try something like this? I think that...

Maybe try something like this? I think that you're going to have to do the pie-shaped cuts, or wind up with lots of wrinkles as you try to get any sheets to adhere to the compound curved surface.
...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 04-20-2020, 09:45 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 4,353
Posted By SuzyHomemakr
A few observations... If you space out your...

A few observations...

If you space out your prep over a longer period of time, it won't seem so onerous. I keep a list going during the trip of maintenance, re-fills, upgrades and other ideas,...
Forum: General Repair Forum 04-17-2020, 10:45 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,751
Posted By SuzyHomemakr
I'd say get it rolling, so that a buyer could...

I'd say get it rolling, so that a buyer could drive it away before they had a chance to think about it too much. Also clean up any truly icky things... people fall in love with scruffy puppies all...
Forum: General Interior Topics 04-15-2020, 01:21 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,612
Posted By SuzyHomemakr
I used 1/8" ply instead of skins in my bedroom....

I used 1/8" ply instead of skins in my bedroom. It looks nice, but it was definitely a non-trivial task! Putting up overhead storage in the top corners will help to hide the most complicated parts...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 04-15-2020, 09:00 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,515
Posted By SuzyHomemakr
I have vinyl strip fake wood flooring in one of...

I have vinyl strip fake wood flooring in one of my rentals, and it's peeled up around the edges and worn away where it got wet (tenants... what can you do?), so be careful in your selection! I like...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 04-14-2020, 08:04 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,515
Posted By SuzyHomemakr
I would up putting a bamboo floor in, and am now...

I would up putting a bamboo floor in, and am now regretting it. The extreme temperature swings in an RV aren't friendly to a plank floor, and then water gets under, and mayhem ensues. So rip that...
Forum: On The Road... 04-12-2020, 01:13 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,771
Posted By SuzyHomemakr
Bravo! Nice design! The only things that I can...

Bravo! Nice design! The only things that I can think to add are gas props to assist the hatch cover on the bed, and caster wheels under the big drawer so that people weight is resting on the floor,...
Forum: Interior Restoration Forum 04-05-2020, 02:27 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,630
Posted By SuzyHomemakr
You can also use P-trap vents for under the sink:...

You can also use P-trap vents for under the sink: Trap Vent...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 04-01-2020, 12:23 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 7,495
Posted By SuzyHomemakr
First off, what's the exterior like? What are...

First off, what's the exterior like? What are your goals with the trailer? Do you want to turn heads at the vintage trailer meets, or just have something to camp in? Are you a handy guy that loves...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-29-2020, 12:25 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 6,354
Posted By SuzyHomemakr
Another vote for a sliding drawer in the back. I...

Another vote for a sliding drawer in the back. I did it DIY, with plywood and roller bearings from Harbor Freight. My cap is cab height, and I can still put bikes in standing up (without front...
Forum: Interior Restoration Forum 03-24-2020, 10:37 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,030
Posted By SuzyHomemakr
I've used Benny Moore Advance gloss for cabinets,...

I've used Benny Moore Advance gloss for cabinets, and it worked out well. Behr gloss was sticky for way too long, didn't go on as nice. If you want to sand between coats, go with oil based paints and...
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 03-18-2020, 10:34 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 8,537
Posted By SuzyHomemakr
Here's a solution- my over-undermount sink...

Here's a solution- my over-undermount sink design. The thickness of the undermount sink flange is routed down into the supporting 3/4" marine plywood. The top of the undermount sink sits flush with...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 03-16-2020, 09:56 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,515
Posted By SuzyHomemakr
Most folks think that an aluminum-skinned...

Most folks think that an aluminum-skinned Airstream reflects the heat, but that is not so. You can fry an egg on mine in the hot sun! Going with a ceramic paint will drop the interior temp way down....
Forum: 1974 - 1979 Sovereign 03-09-2020, 07:31 AM
Replies: 115
Views: 18,668
Posted By SuzyHomemakr
What kind of finish are you using? I used Pettit...

What kind of finish are you using? I used Pettit Paint Z-Spar Captain's Varnish 1015 (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000N9Y22U/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1) to get a great...
Forum: Stella's Kitchen 03-08-2020, 12:56 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 9,440
Posted By SuzyHomemakr
I, for one, am definitely groovin' on...

I, for one, am definitely groovin' on skyguyscott's cabinet/drawer panels! More pics please!

Back to the thread...
I threw away my original cooktop and stove, as they were from '72 and I have no...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 03-03-2020, 10:15 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,593
Posted By SuzyHomemakr
The OP said that they were running the A/C, and...

The OP said that they were running the A/C, and thought it was draining the battery. That can't be! The A/C needs like 20A of 110V to get going.

Not ever having dealt with a stock Airstream...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 02-25-2020, 10:01 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,459
Posted By SuzyHomemakr
I installed a backup camera, and use one of...

I installed a backup camera, and use one of these: https://www.harborfreight.com/magnetic-trailer-alignment-kit-69778.html I can hitch up by myself, sometimes with only one try! I keep all the rub...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 02-09-2020, 12:22 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,178
Posted By SuzyHomemakr
I would be sooo tempted to go full-on hippy with...

I would be sooo tempted to go full-on hippy with the paint job! :cool:
Forum: General Repair Forum 02-09-2020, 12:20 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,022
Posted By SuzyHomemakr
Hey Airstreamfan! From your self description,...

Hey Airstreamfan!
From your self description, I'd say that you totally have this project handled. Bravo! There is a place in Paradise for those who lovingly restore beautiful old things!

Even if...
Forum: Our Community 02-04-2020, 08:17 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,382
Posted By SuzyHomemakr
A great article by Florida Rambler just came in....

A great article by Florida Rambler just came in. This is an excellent newsletter to subscribe to if you plan on touring around Florida. I've taken her advice on paddling, and always found it to be...
Forum: Audio, Video & TV 01-30-2020, 03:26 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,225
Posted By SuzyHomemakr
I've got 4 cheap speakers in the salon area, two...

I've got 4 cheap speakers in the salon area, two in the front cabinet and two in the bulkhead. And a folded horn powered sub. Music seems to come from everywhere. The Airstream seems to focus the...
Forum: Our Community 01-27-2020, 03:04 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,382
Posted By SuzyHomemakr
Does close to Florida Bay/Everglades count as the...

Does close to Florida Bay/Everglades count as the Gulf? Spent the weekend at Trail Lakes Campground, AKA Skunk Ape Research Center. Very nice, easy to get sites, good paddling close by.

Sorta near...
Forum: 1974 - 1979 Sovereign 01-26-2020, 02:02 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 18,668
Posted By SuzyHomemakr
I just used the smallest L-brackets that I could...

I just used the smallest L-brackets that I could find, then finished off the edge with a bead of Big Stretch caulk. Worked just fine! One thing to remember, the bulkheads are supported by other...
Forum: Computers, Internet & Satellite 01-22-2020, 02:27 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,286
Posted By SuzyHomemakr
When I was designing my Airstream's interior, I...

When I was designing my Airstream's interior, I knew that I'd need a bunch of USB charging stations. So my main charge point went into a cubbyhole, where I could pile devices to my heart's content. ...
Forum: 1974 - 1979 Sovereign 01-17-2020, 03:16 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,895
Posted By SuzyHomemakr
(points at Belegedhel) What he said! Getting...

(points at Belegedhel) What he said!

Getting one of these antique trailers and thinking, "It's done" is a huge mistake. You'll find that most folks on this Forum are enthusiasts that dig fiddling...
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