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Forum: Airstream Classifieds 09-29-2022, 09:04 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 559
Posted By 69bullet
1969 Airstream Safari 23 - Pennsylvania

23ft. Safari, we have owned for 10yrs. In good shape and is being used, current Pa. inspection up to date. New complete axle, brakes, shocks, 16" wheels, and LT truck tires all done in last 8 years,...
Forum: Refrigerators 10-06-2020, 05:17 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,366
Posted By 69bullet
I would like to thank everyone for their input,...

I would like to thank everyone for their input, its a big help. So our driveway is not flat and the trailer did get unplugged from 120v for a few days. The trailer was not level when I replugged it...
Forum: Refrigerators 10-04-2020, 05:15 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,366
Posted By 69bullet
69 dometic refrigerator issues.

So our original 1969 Dometic refrigerator stop working for us. Need some input what to look for. We only use the unit on 110 volt heater, the heater was replaced two years ago. I pulled the rear...
Forum: 1969 - 1973 Safari 01-26-2020, 05:37 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 604
Posted By 69bullet
Lower cabinet slide out

Its been awhile but I started doing some more work on the trailer. We pulled out the old furnace under the sink awhile ago due to it being rusted out.

I decided that under sink storage is more...
Forum: General Repair Forum 10-09-2019, 06:23 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 8,904
Posted By 69bullet
Three blowouts with new st tires. Damage to the...

Three blowouts with new st tires. Damage to the trailer, I did get that fixed. Scary working on side of any busy road, I would also tell you to go to harbor freight and buy a aluminum floor jack. ...
Forum: Tires 08-27-2019, 06:28 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,136
Posted By 69bullet
Tire upgrade

I finally had the time to get our safari out camping this year. Last year we had two blow outs on one trip, on new tires.

I purchased last year two new 16inch steel rims for the camper to do the...
Forum: 1965 - 1969 Overlander 08-04-2018, 05:19 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,829
Posted By 69bullet
Use a small shop vac, mine you can put the hose...

Use a small shop vac, mine you can put the hose on the back side of the vac and use to to blow air also. Home depot and lowes have long brushes for cleaning bottom of standard refrigerators. When...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 07-08-2018, 04:59 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,016
Posted By 69bullet
Thanks for posting your truck info. Im just...

Thanks for posting your truck info. Im just starting to do the cat scale weighing, and im starting to get a little nervous doing the gvwr math.

You posted your 2500 has a gvw of 10000. your...
Forum: 1969 - 1973 Safari 05-06-2018, 12:38 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 936
Posted By 69bullet
Wheel well repair

At the end of last summer I had two blowouts on the passenger side in one trip out. Ripped up wheel well good. Lost rear frame support and metal behind wheel and next outrigger was rusted out also. ...
Forum: Trailer Values 04-01-2018, 10:57 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 21,024
Posted By 69bullet
If your looking for a bedroom/shed for your...

If your looking for a bedroom/shed for your property. Look for one that shows very little water damage inside, your going to have to seal all the roof penetrations regardless. Roof top a/c unit...
Forum: 1969 - 1973 Safari 03-17-2018, 05:29 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 812
Posted By 69bullet
Door knob retrofit

Last year we had alot of problems with the door lock, the locksmith did get it to work for a temporary fix. I was surprised that the parts arent available for these locks or very expensive. I came...
Forum: 1969 - 1973 Safari 03-17-2018, 05:20 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 837
Posted By 69bullet
Bathroom repainted

Last year was our first summer out with the trailer. Still couldnt use the bathroom, plumbing not working. The bathroom was a terrible yellow color that was faded out, stained bad in the tub, all...
Forum: 1965 - 1969 Overlander 02-10-2018, 09:25 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,829
Posted By 69bullet
The fact that the fridge freezes is telling me it...

The fact that the fridge freezes is telling me it isnt low on refrigerant. Just a wide swing in temps. I would try replacing the thermostat that controls the temps. Do you have pics of your fridge.
Forum: General Repair Forum 11-05-2017, 06:39 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 590
Posted By 69bullet
69 Safari shock?

Ok, Last year I installed my new axle and shocks. Someone pointed out to me that I installed my shocks upside down. Ok, with that being said, will the shocks work in either position installed? Did...
Forum: 1969 - 1973 Safari 08-31-2017, 12:55 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,576
Posted By 69bullet
The trailer is a 1969 23' Safari with a single...

The trailer is a 1969 23' Safari with a single axle. I do use a weight distribution hitch. Speed I dont exceed 60mph, Im towing with my 1970 chevy c10 pickup. The tires are made in China, not...
Forum: 1969 - 1973 Safari 08-30-2017, 08:16 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,576
Posted By 69bullet
2 flats on our road trip

As the title has it I got two blow outs on our last trip out last weekend. My wife and I been working on the trailer over the winter and looking forward to this summer. We left the house to do a...
Forum: 1969 - 1973 Safari 08-30-2017, 02:43 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,626
Posted By 69bullet
I love that set up, truck looks great towing the...

I love that set up, truck looks great towing the trailer. I tow with a 1970 c10 with drum brakes, no problems with stopping. I installed a very good brake controller, and have it adjusted properly,...
Forum: 1969 - 1973 Safari 05-08-2017, 06:30 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,269
Posted By 69bullet
Checking back with the refrigerator. After a...

Checking back with the refrigerator. After a month of running with the new heating element, Ive had no problems.
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 04-11-2017, 05:08 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,460
Posted By 69bullet
You can say I told you so. Battery was dead...

You can say I told you so. Battery was dead after first night with new converter. converter didnt work at all, fuses were good and i had 120 volts going to it.

Up side is I ordered a converter...
Forum: 1969 - 1973 Safari 04-09-2017, 06:15 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,269
Posted By 69bullet
Another update, I did buy the replacement one...

Another update, I did buy the replacement one from amazon. The part number matched the original number from 1969. But it doesnt fit. The original heater measures 19mm diameter by 7 1/8"long. The...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 04-05-2017, 07:38 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,460
Posted By 69bullet
I ended up buy a wfco model wf-9855 converter,...

I ended up buy a wfco model wf-9855 converter, rated at 55amps. This is a three stage switching unit. The 12volt load in the camper is very low. Ive installed all Led lighting. I didnt know the...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 04-04-2017, 06:53 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,460
Posted By 69bullet
Univolt problems

I should of known, 45 yr old stuff doesnt last foever. Anyhow I plugged trailer in for the 120v line. univolt charger I can here running, I assumed that it would cycle off/on by itself. Wrong.
...
Forum: 1969 - 1973 Safari 04-01-2017, 12:57 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,269
Posted By 69bullet
Just a update after doing alot of web surfing. ...

Just a update after doing alot of web surfing.

Current part no. is 0170679013mc
110volts, 225 watts.

I will update and see if this like for like and how well it works.
Forum: 1969 - 1973 Safari 04-01-2017, 08:02 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,269
Posted By 69bullet
Dometic fridge parts?

Hello everyone, I have a question about my original dometic refrigerator that still works on propane. I have a bad 110v heating element, does anyone know where I can buy a replacement element and a...
Forum: 1969 - 1973 Safari 02-04-2017, 11:28 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,180
Posted By 69bullet
Thanks for the input. So its a good idea to pull...

Thanks for the input. So its a good idea to pull the toilet and check the flange and drain valve for cracks. Where does the the drain lines for the sinks and bath tub go to.

Long term I know the...
Forum: 1969 - 1973 Safari 02-01-2017, 07:57 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,180
Posted By 69bullet
Black tank question.

Hello all, we finally got our safari out last september for two different times. As of now I have to redo the water lines in the trailer. We used the trailer without plumbing last year. So water...
Forum: 1954 - 1959 Safari 08-20-2016, 09:54 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 7,157
Posted By 69bullet
Here are some pics of the unit in the trailer. ...

Here are some pics of the unit in the trailer. This is a basic unit you pick up at home depot or walmart. measures about 14x14x24" high.
Forum: 1954 - 1959 Safari 08-19-2016, 07:24 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 7,157
Posted By 69bullet
i didnt want to add anything to the roof line...

i didnt want to add anything to the roof line either in our 69 safari. I went with a home portable free standing floor unit, 120 volts. It uses a 4 inch flexible exhaust vent. I made a termination...
Forum: 1969 - 1973 Safari 09-16-2015, 05:28 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,354
Posted By 69bullet
Well I ended up buying a marine battery and...

Well I ended up buying a marine battery and marine battery box. I traded in the 40yr old large tractor battery. I still have the univolt system for now, dont fix what isnt broken yet.
Forum: 1969 - 1973 Safari 07-06-2015, 06:06 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,930
Posted By 69bullet
Just an update on the progress. The trailer is...

Just an update on the progress. The trailer is up on its on new wheels. I think I have the rear tail lights wired correctly now and working. Im still waiting on the front wire plug for the trailer...
Forum: 1969 - 1973 Safari 06-29-2015, 12:03 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,354
Posted By 69bullet
Battery question

I have some battery questions. The trailer still has a very old battery in it and its time to replace it. I am assuming I need the battery due to the electric brakes and the break away switch, the...
Forum: Roof 05-04-2015, 12:54 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 19,685
Posted By 69bullet
I just replaced two of my roof vent caps. I used...

I just replaced two of my roof vent caps. I used Oatey house roof aluminum vent terminations. I picked them up at Lowes for 8.00 each, they are aluminum bases that you can trim down and rivet to...
Forum: 1969 - 1973 Safari 05-04-2015, 12:39 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 812
Posted By 69bullet
Checking my tow vehicle

I got the trailer up on jack stands over the weekend and pulled the old axle and eye balling the new on in place. I pulled the old 62 chevy out to see what it would look like as a tow vehicle.
Forum: Airstream Classifieds 04-14-2015, 01:48 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 310
Posted By 69bullet
69 safari

Title: Add New - Airstream Trailer Classifieds - Airstream Trailers For Sale
I just posted a new ad on Airstream Classifieds.

Wanted: Im missing the Letter "I" on the rear of my trailer. ...
Forum: Awnings 03-14-2015, 06:03 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,352
Posted By 69bullet
Thanks for the input. Im going to measure my...

Thanks for the input. Im going to measure my track length on top of the trailer and go and look at the difference of the other one that is for sale.

We bought a couch from the same person a few...
Forum: Awnings 03-13-2015, 10:01 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,352
Posted By 69bullet
Question about awnings

Ok, so we bought our 69 safari a few months ago. The trailer at one time had a awning, we didnt get any of it when we got the trailer. On craigslist we found a 74 argosy trailer with the awning for...
Forum: Windows & Screens 01-01-2015, 06:29 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,266
Posted By 69bullet
'69 Window Gray U-Channel Rubber?

Does anyone know where to buy the gray rubber u channel that window glass sits in, in the metal frame. Im replacing one on the front wing windows right now.
Forum: Windows & Screens 12-29-2014, 11:41 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 11,868
Posted By 69bullet
thanks for the write up on this. I also have a...

thanks for the write up on this. I also have a 69 safari with a broken wing window, of course its the opposite window of yours. I got the frame out and cleaned all the duct tape and glue off of the...
Forum: Axles 12-18-2014, 11:01 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,924
Posted By 69bullet
Thank you everyone. I do have the auto safety...

Thank you everyone. I do have the auto safety stands, and i know that they are there only for additional safety. I know even though the stands can hold the weight, it only takes a certain shift and...
Forum: Axles 12-18-2014, 06:19 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,924
Posted By 69bullet
Supporting trailer for axle swap

My new single axle arrived and im gearing up for the swap out.

The one thing other posts dont show is how you supported the trailer safely to remove the axle and work under the trailer.
Forum: 1969 - 1973 Safari 12-14-2014, 12:25 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,930
Posted By 69bullet
Does anyone know what the switch directly inside...

Does anyone know what the switch directly inside the door to the right does? Its not for the outside door light, i have that working.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 12-14-2014, 08:10 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 12,493
Posted By 69bullet
Im a believer that modern american transmissions...

Im a believer that modern american transmissions are junk. Americans engineer for quanity not quality, i see all the time.

When it comes time to replace my 04 e150 window van. Im going to buy a...
Forum: 1969 - 1973 Safari 11-30-2014, 07:23 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,930
Posted By 69bullet
Good Morning everyone, With my wife and I busy...

Good Morning everyone, With my wife and I busy schedules I havent had alot of time to start work yet. What I didnt mention was the mishap on the way home with the trailer. Lug nuts on driver side...
Forum: 1969 - 1973 Safari 11-27-2014, 02:33 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,930
Posted By 69bullet
Newbe, '69 barn find

Hello everyone, Im new to this site, to RVing, and Airstreams. Major Newbe.

Anyhow my wife and I joked for the last few years about finding a old airstream and fixing it up and trying our hand at...
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