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Forum: Axles 02-06-2023, 09:04 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,534
Posted By Shacksman
My 60 Overlander was hitting the rear end at...

My 60 Overlander was hitting the rear end at every gas entry. It had 4" drop axles. I changed to 5000 lb straight axles because they came with 12" brakes and I used 3500 lb springs. Raised the back...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 02-02-2023, 07:12 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,064
Posted By Shacksman
I did the same fix last fall, but I opened up the...

I did the same fix last fall, but I opened up the belly pan and found that Airstream had covered the underneath floor with reflex insulation. This was a very bad idea because any water that gets in...
Forum: 1974 - 1977 Overlander 01-29-2023, 07:29 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,925
Posted By Shacksman
Airstream may have repaired your trailer with...

Airstream may have repaired your trailer with Olympic rivets but they never built them with anything but buck rivets.
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 11-27-2022, 09:11 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,773
Posted By Shacksman
So what are you going to flush into. Have you...

So what are you going to flush into. Have you added a tank?
Forum: Winter Living 10-05-2022, 07:48 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 6,987
Posted By Shacksman
If dripping water works why does Niagara Falls...

If dripping water works why does Niagara Falls freeze over in a very cold winter. Don't chance it.
Forum: Tires 09-09-2022, 09:05 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,309
Posted By Shacksman
My local tire dealer says that the Hercules is a...

My local tire dealer says that the Hercules is a much better tire then any Goodyear. I have put them on for many people and never had any problem with any.
Forum: On The Road... 08-01-2022, 07:11 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 5,265
Posted By Shacksman
I answer that they quit at 3:00pm Friday but will...

I answer that they quit at 3:00pm Friday but will start again at 7:30am Monday
Forum: Tow Vehicles 05-10-2022, 05:38 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,195
Posted By Shacksman
A friend of mine was pulled over by DOT for being...

A friend of mine was pulled over by DOT for being overloaded with his pickup truck. No problem for $120 he could upgrade his load rating on his license plate. Now he can carry a lot more weight. What...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 05-09-2022, 08:25 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,195
Posted By Shacksman
In the 54years that I have driven a pickup, the...

In the 54years that I have driven a pickup, the payload has been whatever i can jam into it. Didn't even know there was a sticker. To me a truck is a truck meant to move what ever fits into it. 3000...
Forum: General Repair Forum 11-06-2021, 06:50 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,046
Posted By Shacksman
Fiberglass is just a home for mice and snakes and...

Fiberglass is just a home for mice and snakes and holds water to rust the frame. Where are you going that needs insulation in the floor? I pulled mine all out and wear socks if the floor gets cold.
Forum: General Repair Forum 10-22-2021, 11:22 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,360
Posted By Shacksman
Your only less then 2 hours from Out of Doors...

Your only less then 2 hours from Out of Doors Mart. For sure go there!
Forum: General Repair Forum 10-21-2021, 09:27 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,360
Posted By Shacksman
You can only buy from Airstream if you go there.

You can only buy from Airstream if you go there.
Forum: Axles 10-21-2021, 04:51 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,358
Posted By Shacksman
I talked with a Dexter representative. He said...

I talked with a Dexter representative. He said that Airstream uses shocks because they like to say no one else does. He said that they are not doing any good on a rubber torsion axle. Airstream has...
Forum: Axles 10-21-2021, 03:38 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,358
Posted By Shacksman
The start angle would be 22.5 degrees down. I...

The start angle would be 22.5 degrees down. I have replaced many for people, they are all the same. Shocks - well there is a big debate if needed.
I don't put them on and never had a problem.
Forum: Forum Admin, News and Member Account Info 07-23-2021, 12:03 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 423
Posted By Shacksman
Same problem here. I tried to list an item and it...

Same problem here. I tried to list an item and it came up as California but had the right city in Ontario. Finding the replies is another interesting search. I gave up and cancelled the add.
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 05-26-2021, 11:08 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 8,675
Posted By Shacksman
The antifreeze is used to push the water out of...

The antifreeze is used to push the water out of the lines. There is NO reason to leave it in the lines. Blow it out after pumping it through the lines and it won't have all winter to soak into the...
Forum: On The Road... 01-28-2021, 04:47 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,376
Posted By Shacksman
Either way there is lots of free parking on the...

Either way there is lots of free parking on the property.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 01-11-2021, 07:53 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 10,463
Posted By Shacksman
I once sold a trailer to 2 women that had never...

I once sold a trailer to 2 women that had never backed a trailer. I told them that every time they go to back into a site there will be guys watching them. Just get out a ask them to help back their...
Forum: Exterior Restoration Forum 12-31-2020, 10:54 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,041
Posted By Shacksman
Out of Doors mart South Carolina...

Out of Doors mart South Carolina https://www.outofdoorsmart.com/
Forum: Wheels, Hubs & Bearings 12-18-2020, 02:19 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 695
Posted By Shacksman
I found it was much easier to just take them off...

I found it was much easier to just take them off for the drive and put them on when arrived. After a few lost caps on the road.
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 12-11-2020, 02:49 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,265
Posted By Shacksman
I would cut the outside hole bigger to access the...

I would cut the outside hole bigger to access the wire then make a small patch, caulk it over the hole and the light should hide it.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 11-22-2020, 10:39 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 766
Posted By Shacksman
try here...

try here https://www.bing.com/images/search?q=1989+airstream+5th+wheel&qpvt=1989+airstream+5th+wheel&form=IGRE&first=1&tsc=ImageBasicHover&scenario=ImageBasicHover
Forum: Airstream History 11-11-2020, 11:48 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,126
Posted By Shacksman
It's 1956 Bubble as shown here ...

It's 1956 Bubble as shown here https://vintageairstream.com/photo-archives/1956-bubble-16/
Forum: On The Road... 10-07-2020, 11:15 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,001
Posted By Shacksman
screw plyers

I have used these for years to remove any stuck, rusted or just stubborn screw.
...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 09-24-2020, 05:53 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,381
Posted By Shacksman
Put TP in the tank, it wipes it down. :lol::lol:

Put TP in the tank, it wipes it down. :lol::lol:
Forum: Insurance & Claims 09-15-2020, 05:53 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,204
Posted By Shacksman
My truck carries liability for the trailer. In 20...

My truck carries liability for the trailer. In 20 years I have never insured any trailer and I have had lots. . Always had 2 or more If I wreck one I"ll go home for another one.
Forum: Wheels, Hubs & Bearings 08-28-2020, 02:12 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,612
Posted By Shacksman
Look at it this way 12 x 2 x 6 =144" of surface....

Look at it this way 12 x 2 x 6 =144" of surface. 10 x 2.25 x 6 = 135" of surface. you will be fine considering that the brakes are also new, probably even work better.
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 08-19-2020, 06:35 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 477
Posted By Shacksman
Likely the ground connection has corroded. Try to...

Likely the ground connection has corroded. Try to trace it down, take it apart and clean. All should work. Usually there is a connection it the trunk area that is the problem.
Forum: Airstream Classifieds 08-18-2020, 04:22 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 325
Posted By Shacksman
Quite interested in buying your trailer but I...

Quite interested in buying your trailer but I can't figure out how to message you!
Forum: Refrigerators 08-11-2020, 07:41 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 554
Posted By Shacksman
You say you removed the burner nozzle, did you...

You say you removed the burner nozzle, did you get the piece that the nozzle screws into?
That has the oriface for the gas and will plug up very easy. Do not try to poke something in it to clean,...
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 07-16-2020, 10:18 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 7,237
Posted By Shacksman
I have a 1960 28' that was built for a tall...

I have a 1960 28' that was built for a tall person. It's still only 6'7" tall inside but there are no lights in the ceiling, all are on the side walls, and one bed is 6'6" the other is 6'. At the...
Forum: Member Introductions 07-06-2020, 10:45 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,008
Posted By Shacksman
Most high end RV resorts won't even let you in...

Most high end RV resorts won't even let you in with a 1965 trailer without a bathroom.
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 06-18-2020, 04:05 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,579
Posted By Shacksman
It's only 1 rivet out of thousands, forget about...

It's only 1 rivet out of thousands, forget about it.
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 06-16-2020, 06:03 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,579
Posted By Shacksman
That rivet shaver is only for 5/32 Olympic rivets...

That rivet shaver is only for 5/32 Olympic rivets used on the outside, not 1/8 pop rivets. Just tap the broken mandrill lightly and it will move in and not affect the strength at all. They are meant...
Forum: General Repair Forum 06-12-2020, 06:54 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,828
Posted By Shacksman
The only tool that I ever need is the one I...

The only tool that I ever need is the one I didn't bring!
Forum: Airstream Classifieds 05-10-2020, 07:13 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 826
Posted By Shacksman
It's also not a whale tail model.

It's also not a whale tail model.
Forum: General Interior Topics 04-18-2020, 08:16 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,693
Posted By Shacksman
Where are you going camping that really needs...

Where are you going camping that really needs insulation in the floor? all it does is create a place for more mice to live. I have done a few trailers and never insulate the floor. If you think the...
Forum: General Repair Forum 04-17-2020, 07:38 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,752
Posted By Shacksman
Why don't you do like most people do, tear out...

Why don't you do like most people do, tear out the inside and throw everything away then advertise that all the hard work has been done.
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 04-13-2020, 02:23 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,795
Posted By Shacksman
Just a note, if you have an older trailer that...

Just a note, if you have an older trailer that does not have a check valve in the city line, you will be pressurizing the whole campground system until the water tank goes empty. :lol::lol:
Forum: General Repair Forum 04-02-2020, 07:23 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,553
Posted By Shacksman
The pump acts as a check valve so the water does...

The pump acts as a check valve so the water does not overfill the tank. You have a leak through the pump. Add a shut off tap in front of the pump or take out the pump and try to clean the seals or...
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 02-14-2020, 06:16 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 7,236
Posted By Shacksman
I don't think the tank could hold anything near...

I don't think the tank could hold anything near 50 gallons. Fill it and empty into a bucket to see what is in there.
Forum: Refrigerators 02-04-2020, 07:04 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 589
Posted By Shacksman
Yes it releases the fumes from the gas burner...

Yes it releases the fumes from the gas burner when running on gas.
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 01-09-2020, 07:28 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,092
Posted By Shacksman
Makes no sense to leave it on, in storage, as it...

Makes no sense to leave it on, in storage, as it will kill the battery. Now it's off and you also have a dead battery to deal with.
Forum: On The Road... 12-16-2019, 06:53 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,957
Posted By Shacksman
Came through Atlanta beginning of November...

Came through Atlanta beginning of November heading south. Mid morning, used the HOV lanes and hardly slowed down. Straight through is best as trucks are forced to use by pass. Done it many times and...
Forum: 1961 - 1963 Bambi 12-09-2019, 08:12 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,544
Posted By Shacksman
The pump end of the old tank

The pump end of the old tank
Forum: 1961 - 1963 Bambi 12-09-2019, 08:00 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,544
Posted By Shacksman
Are you selling it or repairing it for someone?

Are you selling it or repairing it for someone?
Forum: 1961 - 1963 Bambi 12-09-2019, 07:57 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,544
Posted By Shacksman
Not much there just the old tank and 2 shallow...

Not much there just the old tank and 2 shallow drawers.
Forum: 1961 - 1963 Bambi 12-09-2019, 10:12 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,544
Posted By Shacksman
The hinged lip when dropped down will hold the...

The hinged lip when dropped down will hold the drawers in when driving.
Forum: Vintage Kin 11-29-2019, 10:53 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 9,776
Posted By Shacksman
Mine is constantly being called an airstream

Mine is constantly being called an airstream
Forum: Vintage Kin 11-29-2019, 08:51 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 9,776
Posted By Shacksman
Joe you seemed to have missed a big one. ...

Joe you seemed to have missed a big one. https://www.spartantrailer.com/
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