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Forum: Airstream Classifieds 08-03-2023, 12:09 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 203
Posted By Britbat
1975 Airstream Overlander 27 - West Virginia

Everything still original. Original owners bought it new and added extras. We bought it in 2014. Have both owners manual and workshop manuals. We put on new axles and tires, new inverter, plumbing...
Forum: Stoves, Ovens & Microwaves 04-20-2017, 08:08 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,178
Posted By Britbat
Rustystove top before and after ( I hope)

The before and after pictures
Forum: Stoves, Ovens & Microwaves 04-17-2017, 06:41 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,178
Posted By Britbat
Rusty stove top in '75 Overlander fix

Hi All, after doing a little research and talking to our gearhead/hotrod friends we ended up sandblasting the top then using the proper primer we spray painted it with stainless steel. Specifically...
Forum: Stoves, Ovens & Microwaves 04-03-2017, 09:28 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,178
Posted By Britbat
Rusty Overlander stove top

Hi All,
We have a '75 Overlander that we have refurbished but the stove top is rusty, has anyone had this refinished recently and if so what with, where was it done and what do you think of the...
Forum: Stoves, Ovens & Microwaves 03-31-2017, 09:54 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 15,158
Posted By Britbat
Stove top powder coat long term

Hi, we have a '75 Overlander with the same stove top that you had powder coated 10 years ago and we would like to know how well it held up as we need ti refinish ours. Thanks in advance Vic & Darlene...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 07-26-2016, 04:36 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,922
Posted By Britbat
Mirrors

Milenco are my favs
Forum: On The Road... 03-15-2016, 07:24 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 767
Posted By Britbat
Good Sam/Rand McNally GPS traffic app

Hi All, I'm thinking about subscribing to Good Sam/Rand McNallys' real time traffic app on our GPS, has anyone used/using this and is it worth it. We were not pulling Shiny Beast this weekend but we...
Forum: Clearcoat, Exterior Paint & Trim 02-23-2016, 03:44 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,548
Posted By Britbat
Hi All, thanks for all the ideas and using these...

Hi All, thanks for all the ideas and using these I have come up with how I'm going to proceed. I have bead blasted the back then drilled through the nubs, I am filling the back with metal filled...
Forum: Clearcoat, Exterior Paint & Trim 02-22-2016, 03:44 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,548
Posted By Britbat
Is that a special double side tape?

Is that a special double side tape?
Forum: Clearcoat, Exterior Paint & Trim 02-22-2016, 03:23 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,548
Posted By Britbat
Letter fell off of the front

Hi All, just went to start spring warm up of Shiny Beast and found the letter M had fallen off of the front Airstream above the window, I think ice swelled it off however we now have two stubs...
Forum: 1974 - 1977 Overlander 09-21-2015, 06:05 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,457
Posted By Britbat
We paid less than half the asking price for ours...

We paid less than half the asking price for ours and it appears that it was in better shape and we still put $12k into it plus sweat equity. So be prepared for a lot of work no matter what you decide...
Forum: Refrigerators 09-02-2015, 02:55 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,023
Posted By Britbat
Dauber wasp nests in the jet was what ours was.

Dauber wasp nests in the jet was what ours was.
Forum: Interior Restoration Forum 08-24-2015, 06:18 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,239
Posted By Britbat
Hi All thanks for the help, I found the trim...

Hi All thanks for the help, I found the trim where you all suggested my mistake was in looking for the trim in the same colour as it had weathered to. Thanks again.
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 08-23-2015, 07:03 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,253
Posted By Britbat
We just used Dawn in warm water and terry covered...

We just used Dawn in warm water and terry covered window cleaner pole with a squeegee on the other side, did very well for us.
Forum: Interior Restoration Forum 08-23-2015, 06:06 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,239
Posted By Britbat
Question Trim strip filler '75 Overlander bathroom

Hi All
We have been renovating our '75 Overlander and we replaced all the plumbing and put the rear bath back together and now we want to finish it off. My question is this the aluminum extrusions...
Forum: Buyer Guidelines 08-11-2015, 06:59 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,551
Posted By Britbat
I'd say keep looking the AS is a major...

I'd say keep looking the AS is a major undertaking from the pictures. There is a book out( forget the title ) but his advise is don't fall in love with the first one you look at. We did but we lucked...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 08-06-2015, 09:23 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,798
Posted By Britbat
I don't know if anyone has done this but I wonder...

I don't know if anyone has done this but I wonder if running the wire through BX metal flex would be practical. We did not gut Shiny Beast and we have found numerous rodent chewed wires during our...
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 08-04-2015, 03:04 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,566
Posted By Britbat
I did the parts replacement when I did our '75...

I did the parts replacement when I did our '75 Overlander as the tank itself was watertight. We have been using it now for 4 months and more than happy plus it's much cheaper
Forum: On The Road... 07-25-2015, 03:37 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,378
Posted By Britbat
We stayed at Oak Plantation in Charleston SC a...

We stayed at Oak Plantation in Charleston SC a few months ago and can highly recommend it.
Forum: General Repair Forum 07-22-2015, 04:33 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,850
Posted By Britbat
We used Inland and were very happy with the...

We used Inland and were very happy with the knowledge and service on our '75 Overlander
Forum: Exterior Restoration Forum 07-22-2015, 03:17 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 975
Posted By Britbat
Question Vinyl inserts in rub strips '75 Overlander

Hi All, we have been working on Shiny Beast for over a year now and we have used it for trips 5 times this year and we are now doing the more cosmetic touches EG replacing the window screens etc but...
Forum: Full-Timing 07-18-2015, 12:40 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,182
Posted By Britbat
For a ladder we are adding a 7' collapsible that...

For a ladder we are adding a 7' collapsible that we plan to carry in a tube mounted under the Shiny Beast behind the sewer tube.
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 07-18-2015, 10:05 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 7,433
Posted By Britbat
Have had no problems with our Rhino Flex and very...

Have had no problems with our Rhino Flex and very happy with the tightness of all the joints and connection to Shiny Beast which is a '75 Overlander
Forum: General Repair Forum 07-16-2015, 05:39 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,396
Posted By Britbat
Check the burner tube for mud dauber wasp nest...

Check the burner tube for mud dauber wasp nest too.
Forum: 1970 -1973 Ambassador 06-25-2015, 05:03 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,882
Posted By Britbat
Did I read that right that you haven't watered it...

Did I read that right that you haven't watered it yet? That could be a nasty surprise in store, we ended up replacing all the copper in our '75 RB Overlander. It has the same layout as yours and We...
Forum: Buyer Guidelines 06-13-2015, 11:18 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,232
Posted By Britbat
We bought Shiny Beast for $3200 a year ago and...

We bought Shiny Beast for $3200 a year ago and the interior was complete since then we've replaced the plumbing, rear floor in bathroom, axles, curtains, re upholstered the beds and fixed lots of...
Forum: Exterior Restoration Forum 06-07-2015, 04:02 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 779
Posted By Britbat
Rockgaurd install

Hi All, just got finished installing a very nice rockgaurd from Out Of Doors Mart on the Shiny Beast and I thought I'd share some things that came up during the install. First I watched the You Tube...
Forum: Tires 05-16-2015, 01:08 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 953
Posted By Britbat
Tyre covers

Hi All, this is somewhat tyre related:- the DW likes having the tyre covers on while we are parked but would like to get a set that matches Shiny Beast IE silver or light grey instead of Black/White...
Forum: Trailer Values 05-13-2015, 06:28 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,786
Posted By Britbat
We're in Maryland and so prices are probably...

We're in Maryland and so prices are probably better than Florida, we bought shiny Beast a '75 overlander last year ago and it was all together for a little over half his asking price and we knew from...
Forum: On The Road... 05-12-2015, 03:43 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,306
Posted By Britbat
No matter which way you go you've got to cross...

No matter which way you go you've got to cross the mountains but by coming up 522 to 70 then Pa turnpike at least you come out above Pburg and after that 79 is cool. Another scenic route is to take...
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 05-03-2015, 11:03 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 21,877
Posted By Britbat
Is there a difference between the two regarding...

Is there a difference between the two regarding the age of the AS, as we haven't got round to waxing '75 Shiny Beast yet. We will be ready next week and while will not be mirror polishing we would...
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 04-16-2015, 07:49 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 2,170
Posted By Britbat
Atwood 91043 to 91602

Hi all, we have upgraded the plumbing in our '75 Overlander and while the original controls on the water heater do appear to function I want to up grade to a new burner and controller. has anyone...
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 04-10-2015, 12:41 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,638
Posted By Britbat
I agree TG Twinkie, the little one today aren't...

I agree TG Twinkie, the little one today aren't allowed to get dirty like we did and they seem to suffer more allergies in consequence.
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 03-27-2015, 08:56 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 813
Posted By Britbat
Bathroom caulking

Hi All we are finishing up with re plumbing our '75 Overlander RB and when we've pressure checked the new Pex we will be re-caulking the bath and sink etc. The old stuff appeared to be a mixture of...
Forum: 2009-2015 Flying Cloud 03-01-2015, 01:36 PM
Replies: 163
Views: 37,137
Posted By Britbat
Good luck with the new find, I'd be tempted to...

Good luck with the new find, I'd be tempted to leave the outside discoloured as a badge of honour for rescuing her and fix the seams etc as needed.
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 02-26-2015, 12:26 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,129
Posted By Britbat
I'm also interest in the replays to this as I'm...

I'm also interest in the replays to this as I'm thinking of shortening my shore line and hiding the surge protector in the trunk of our '75 Overlander due to posts I've see about theft of them.
Forum: 1974 - 1979 Sovereign 02-01-2015, 10:59 AM
Replies: 251
Views: 42,376
Posted By Britbat
Thanks Red for a very humuorous and informative...

Thanks Red for a very humuorous and informative thread, I had not heard of the Clecos before and they will help enormously with our work on the Shiny Beast.I've used McMaster- Carr for 30+years at...
Forum: Interior Restoration Forum 01-27-2015, 08:25 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 657
Posted By Britbat
Upholsterers near Western Maryland

Hi All, we live equi-distant from Baltimore, DC & Pittsburg and we are looking for an upholsterer that can redo our 2 couch/beds in our 75 Overlander RB.
Thanks in advance.
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 01-24-2015, 05:55 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,143
Posted By Britbat
We have bought a product called Mr. Tubby to do...

We have bought a product called Mr. Tubby to do our 75 Overlander which haven't used yet, does anyone have experience with that stuff. It only came in White here but many more in S. Africa where I...
Forum: Exterior Storage Compartments & Access Doors 01-08-2015, 10:16 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,668
Posted By Britbat
Although weaker stay with the aluminum, i've an...

Although weaker stay with the aluminum, i've an aversion to mixed metal.
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 01-04-2015, 01:58 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,271
Posted By Britbat
Thanks, I'll try that too.

Thanks, I'll try that too.
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 01-04-2015, 01:35 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,271
Posted By Britbat
Question Pex tool for inserting tube into fittings

I'm working on switching the leaky copper with Pex in Shiny Beast but I'm finding it hard to push the pipe into the fittings. Is there a tool already out there to do this before I build one myself?...
Forum: 1974 - 1977 Overlander 12-29-2014, 05:31 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,182
Posted By Britbat
By the way when we replaced ten axles on our '75...

By the way when we replaced ten axles on our '75 Overlander I had to grind out the pockets in the frame to accommodate the new ones. The originals were (I think) 1 7/8" square and the new ones were...
Forum: General Repair Forum 12-25-2014, 03:42 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,170
Posted By Britbat
Shiny Beast has a trunk and there are no seals on...

Shiny Beast has a trunk and there are no seals on the lid which allows water to get into the trunk and rust out the cross member behind the grey and black tanks. I plan to add a vinyl strip from the...
Forum: 1974 - 1977 Overlander 12-25-2014, 03:06 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,182
Posted By Britbat
Congratulations on your find, we bought our 75...

Congratulations on your find, we bought our 75 Overlander in June and my better half sent a looong time cleaning the inside while I replaced the axles and got the lights etc working prior to bringing...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 12-14-2014, 08:33 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,515
Posted By Britbat
Thanks, Is the case different in the way the...

Thanks,
Is the case different in the way the ducting is routed?
Vic
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 12-14-2014, 03:13 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,515
Posted By Britbat
'74 Overlander furnace replacement

Hi All, We bought the Shiny Beast in June, it's all original and I'm in the process of replacing the plumbing with Pex and waterless drain traps and I'm approaching the sink/furnace/fresh water tank...
Forum: General Repair Forum 08-13-2014, 06:37 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,219
Posted By Britbat
Locked water filler door

Hi All
I've moved onto checking out the water systems in our '75 Overlander 27' and of course the first leak found is behind the bathtub. but my question is this, the door to the tank filler is...
Forum: Floor Finishes 08-10-2014, 02:01 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 14,071
Posted By Britbat
Thanks, the one product we looked at was super...

Thanks, the one product we looked at was super thick and only covered 25sq ft plus had bad reviews regarding application but the Olympic and Behr had much lighter texture. We will read up more on...
Forum: Floor Finishes 08-10-2014, 01:21 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 14,071
Posted By Britbat
Hi All we just got back from looking at deck...

Hi All we just got back from looking at deck restoration paints at home depot and lowes as we removed the carpet from our '75 overlander. Has anyone used these products before ( Behr deck over or...
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