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Forum: Roof Vents, Skylights & Fans 07-20-2010, 05:40 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,097
Posted By bigjohn
How do I install vent covers over my vent covers?

Hello nice people, I have replaced the 3 vent covers, that crank from the inside, on my 1975 AS 31' Sov.. I am now trying to install outside covers, made by Ramble (those with the big "R" on the...
Forum: Leaks - Weatherstrips, Gaskets, Caulks & Sealants 07-14-2010, 10:12 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,331
Posted By bigjohn
Smile Sealing around the glass

I've searched all the threads and I didn't find what I was looking for. And it would be hard for me to believe that someone has not run into this problem. I'm wanting to replace all the window glass...
Forum: Stoves, Ovens & Microwaves 03-22-2009, 07:46 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,563
Posted By bigjohn
Need help with an old Magic Chef oven

I'm restoring a 1975 31 ft AS Sov. that has a seperate oven mounted in the wall. The oven look's as if it has never been used. I did discover a problem, the temperature control is stuck. I'm afraid...
Forum: Phone, CB & Ham Radio 03-03-2008, 11:15 AM
Replies: 576
Views: 128,703
Posted By bigjohn
Talking Ham's and A/S

I'm a Ham KI4QCU and the proud owner of 2 Airstreams and many radio's
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 10-09-2007, 06:23 PM
Replies: 715
Views: 56,753
Posted By bigjohn
We are going to be there and hang out with the...

We are going to be there and hang out with the crowd and see what develops. I most likely will be sitting and not walking, at least not to for from the cooler. The A/S won't be ready but me and Mom...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 10-05-2007, 10:56 AM
Replies: 715
Views: 56,753
Posted By bigjohn
Camp Site

If anybody is needing a camp site for the Falluminum for a long camper I just cancelled my reservation for site #25. I had more health problems lately and I haven't been able to finish up my...
Forum: General Interior Topics 09-10-2007, 06:31 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,571
Posted By bigjohn
Good stuff, thanks

Good stuff, thanks
Forum: General Interior Topics 09-10-2007, 06:31 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,571
Posted By bigjohn
I was conserned that the real wood laminate might...

I was conserned that the real wood laminate might seperate from the backing if it were to soak through. I'm thinking the polyurathane may be the best route. thanks for the help
Forum: Member Introductions 09-09-2007, 07:13 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,130
Posted By bigjohn
Hello Carolina Joe, welcome to the forum. I am a...

Hello Carolina Joe, welcome to the forum. I am a neighbor over in Easley, SC and the proud owner of 2 1975 Airstreams, be careful you'll get the bug bad and have a yard full. I'm not sure if you are...
Forum: General Interior Topics 09-09-2007, 06:46 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,571
Posted By bigjohn
Painting Wood Laminate

I have a 1975 International Sov. that has real oak laminate in it and I want to stain it or put polyuathane on it. Anybody out there tackled this before, sure could use some advise. What I'm trying...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 08-24-2007, 07:12 PM
Replies: 715
Views: 56,753
Posted By bigjohn
Man I was just getting over the Tofu and Expresso...

Man I was just getting over the Tofu and Expresso thing and here comes the "Pink Tees". I can see me now with a plate of Tofu, sipping on an Expresso, wearing a pink tee. There goes my manly man....
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 08-16-2007, 06:46 AM
Replies: 715
Views: 56,753
Posted By bigjohn
Now everybody read what Camperski said "he loves...

Now everybody read what Camperski said "he loves to polish" I'll ask him that question again when we're about 200 hours into the project, this old girl has a lot of corrision on top. I'm headed back...
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 08-11-2007, 03:09 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,002
Posted By bigjohn
Hi Vaughan, thanks for sharing the measurements...

Hi Vaughan, thanks for sharing the measurements that will be a great help. You mentioned Inside Out as who did the conversion, where are they located? I'm in South Carolina and would love for someone...
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 08-10-2007, 05:51 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,002
Posted By bigjohn
Thanks for that great information and the pics....

Thanks for that great information and the pics. Man you did a beautiful job putting that together.

Regards,

BJ
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 08-10-2007, 05:47 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,002
Posted By bigjohn
WOW what a beautiful Airstream, that is one of...

WOW what a beautiful Airstream, that is one of the nicest Airstreams I've seen. I can work out the measurements from the layout, that was what I had the most problem with. Thanks for sharing those...
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 08-10-2007, 11:47 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,002
Posted By bigjohn
Dinette: Looking for Photo's and Measurements

I'm thinking about installing a dinette is my 1975 AS Land Yacht. I would sure like to hear from someone who may have some measurements and maybe a photo or two. Ever time I go to an AS dealer I run...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 08-06-2007, 03:13 PM
Replies: 715
Views: 56,753
Posted By bigjohn
Lots of work in a rearbath floor replacement

Those who have replaced rearbath floors, like "pizzachop" know how labor intensive this is. The bad thing is the more you uncover the more that needs to be replaced. The frame, the outriggers and the...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 08-05-2007, 03:13 PM
Replies: 715
Views: 56,753
Posted By bigjohn
We're coming to North GA in the fall

This is my project 1975 International that I'm replacing the rearbath floor. I promised some pics of the projects so here we go. This bad girl has spent to many days in saltwater areas and the...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 07-29-2007, 05:42 PM
Replies: 715
Views: 56,753
Posted By bigjohn
I hear you Sugarfoot, I should be eating more...

I hear you Sugarfoot, I should be eating more healthy with all the health problems I have. I do eat as many organic foods as possible but not always. The problem I have is, I travel for work about...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 07-28-2007, 12:05 PM
Replies: 715
Views: 56,753
Posted By bigjohn
Man I'm getting a little worried about all this...

Man I'm getting a little worried about all this talk about tofu and expresso, where will the meat eaters and leaded coffee drinkers be gathering? Just kidding I did taste tofu, once, and expresso can...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 07-25-2007, 09:56 AM
Replies: 715
Views: 56,753
Posted By bigjohn
We're coming to North GA in the fall

I'm well underway in getting the ole AS ready for the Falluninum, so add Big John and Nancy Jo the space #25. We are stoked about meeting new friends and having fun with the ones we know. Good food,...
Forum: Upholstery, Blinds, Walls & Interior Finishes 06-11-2007, 09:02 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,498
Posted By bigjohn
No, I bought mine from "camperski" last fall....

No, I bought mine from "camperski" last fall. Where is the one in Easley I might like to take a look at it?

Thanks,

BJ
Forum: Upholstery, Blinds, Walls & Interior Finishes 06-11-2007, 08:59 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,498
Posted By bigjohn
Thanks to all for the great tips. BJ

Thanks to all for the great tips.

BJ
Forum: Upholstery, Blinds, Walls & Interior Finishes 06-07-2007, 10:51 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,498
Posted By bigjohn
Post Paint Colors

Does anyone have and idea of what color blue that is found in the "AIRSTREAM" lettering on the back of the 70's Airstream and also the red, blue and white on the International emblems on each side?...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 06-06-2007, 11:47 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 13,964
Posted By bigjohn
Insulation

Thanks for the quick responce but after I asked you about the insulation I went back and looked at some of your pics and found where you used R-19 pink insulation and I don't see a problem with that...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 06-05-2007, 01:12 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 13,964
Posted By bigjohn
Hi Ron I hope all is well with you and your...

Hi Ron I hope all is well with you and your family. I was hoping to get to the GA rally back in April and get a chance to meet you and thank you for all the help I got from the photos of the rear...
Forum: Belly Pans & Banana Wraps 06-05-2007, 12:37 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,163
Posted By bigjohn
Dave I like the idea of the diamond plate. I was...

Dave I like the idea of the diamond plate. I was thinking about fabricating a box like pan out of the 2024-0 aluminum amd covering up the 2 tanks that way but your idea sounds better. I would like to...
Forum: Belly Pans & Banana Wraps 06-05-2007, 10:25 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,163
Posted By bigjohn
1975 31ft. Inter. Rear Bath, Belly Pan Photo

Working on a 1975 AS 31ft. International replacing the rear floor in a rear bath. The floor is almost complete and I'll soon be ready to replace the belly pan over the grey and black water tanks. The...
Forum: Our Community 02-27-2007, 07:59 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,126
Posted By bigjohn
Boy after reading all the threads about the...

Boy after reading all the threads about the spring camping fling, I'm really sorry we're going to miss meeting everyone. My daughter is getting married that weekend and we won't be able to make it....
Forum: Our Community 02-15-2007, 07:45 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,126
Posted By bigjohn
First I all, I want to thank everyone for their...

First I all, I want to thank everyone for their warm thoughts and prayers. It is a testament to the wonderful, caring community of Airstreamers. Beyond our love and passion for aluminum is the real...
Forum: Phone, CB & Ham Radio 01-03-2007, 06:18 AM
Replies: 576
Views: 128,703
Posted By bigjohn
Ham

It's great to find other HAM's who share the Alum. Fever, my call sign is KI4QCU and I reside in Easley, SC:)
Forum: Wheels, Hubs & Bearings 08-10-2005, 03:39 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,324
Posted By bigjohn
Mag Wheels for the AS

I'm a newbie with lots of questions. I'm restoring a 1975 Internatioal, Sov. Land Yacht it has the old hubs caps, I'm thinking about adding some alum. wheels something better looking than the hub...
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