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03-09-2014, 10:55 PM
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3 Rivet Member 
1981 28' Airstream 280
Austin
, Texas
Join Date: Feb 2014
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Rear passenger non moving window glass
I need a rear passenger non moving window glass. Anyone know where I can get one for an 81 Excella MH.
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03-11-2014, 08:59 AM
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Moderator dude
1966 26' Overlander
Phoenix
, Arizona
Join Date: Apr 2002
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I would suggest creating an ad in the parts section. And for rare parts I have known people to search for years and finallly get one.
7. Parts and Appliances (used, rare and vintage) Archives - Airstream Trailer Classifieds - Airstream Trailers For Sale
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1966 Mercury Park Lane 4 DR Breezeway 410 4V, C-6, 2.80 - Still Streamless. But have brand X TT.
1966 Lincoln 4 door Convertible 462 4V 1971 Ford LTD Convertible 429 4V Phoenix ~ Yeah it's hot however it's a dry heat!
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03-11-2014, 09:40 AM
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Figment of My Imagination
2012 Interstate Coach
From All Over
, More Than Anywhere Else
Join Date: Dec 2011
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If there is a matching window on the opposite side that is still intact, look at it carefully and in one corner (probably a bottom corner) there should be manufacturer's information etched into the glass.
If you're looking for an exact replacement, you'll need this manufacturer's information, the dimensions, whether it's contoured (curved) or non-contoured (flat), and the color and degree of tint (such as the 90% gray tint used on Airstream Interstate rear windows, or the 30% blue tint used at the top of some older windshields).
There are companies out there that cut and install custom RV glass who could make a window to fit, if you're not concerned about having 100% OEM. Google "custom rv windows" and start checking around.
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04-29-2014, 04:11 PM
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4 Rivet Member 
1985 32.5' Airstream 325
Lindsay
, Ontario
Join Date: Aug 2010
Posts: 484
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What is the size of the window and do you have a pic
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05-04-2014, 09:32 AM
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3 Rivet Member
1981 28' Airstream 280
Austin
, Texas
Join Date: Feb 2014
Posts: 144
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I'll post a pic later today. Today I'm going to replace both front calipers and brakes, turn rotors and replace front shocks. Anyone know which shocks are best for my 28ft Excella. Also I've replaced rear airbags but it seems like the rear of the Rv is still low. I'm afraid to tow anything like a car. Anyone have this issue. Also I can seem to find any rear shocks???
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05-04-2014, 10:45 AM
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Rivet Master 
1982 28' Airstream 280
Port Angeles
, Washington
Join Date: Aug 2008
Posts: 1,949
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Quote:
Originally Posted by ASTailgate
I'll post a pic later today. Today I'm going to replace both front calipers and brakes, turn rotors and replace front shocks. Anyone know which shocks are best for my 28ft Excella. Also I've replaced rear airbags but it seems like the rear of the Rv is still low. I'm afraid to tow anything like a car. Anyone have this issue. Also I can seem to find any rear shocks???
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I use Bilsteins from this outfit. Bilstein - KYB - Rancho - Monroe - Edelbrock Automotive Truck Shocks and Struts - Shockwarehouse.com
About the rear end ride height there is a leveling valve, may be two of them depending on the year of your coach. It will look something like this.
About It is adjusted to set the correct ride height.
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05-04-2014, 12:00 PM
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Rivet Master Airstream Dealer
Corona
, California
Join Date: Feb 2002
Posts: 16,497
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Quote:
Originally Posted by ASTailgate
I'll post a pic later today. Today I'm going to replace both front calipers and brakes, turn rotors and replace front shocks. Anyone know which shocks are best for my 28ft Excella. Also I've replaced rear airbags but it seems like the rear of the Rv is still low. I'm afraid to tow anything like a car. Anyone have this issue. Also I can seem to find any rear shocks???
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There is a height adjustment for those air bags.
The following motorhome windows are the only ones that can still be purchased.
Rear opening window
Rear wrap windows (40" wide)
Entrance door fixed window
Driver(pilot) and passenger(co-pilot) sliding windows
Both windshields
All others have been obsolete for several years.
Search for used, or replace them the best you can with Lexan.
Andy
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05-05-2014, 01:24 PM
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3 Rivet Member
1981 28' Airstream 280
Austin
, Texas
Join Date: Feb 2014
Posts: 144
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Where can you purchase the window which are still available?
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05-05-2014, 01:31 PM
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Moderator dude
1966 26' Overlander
Phoenix
, Arizona
Join Date: Apr 2002
Posts: 7,602
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Wrecking yards will have glass for units as they become available.
New glass would only be available through AS dealership network for dealers that stock that item.
If the non-moving glass you seek is flat many glass shops can have the correct thickness and type cut to fit.
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1966 Mercury Park Lane 4 DR Breezeway 410 4V, C-6, 2.80 - Still Streamless. But have brand X TT.
1966 Lincoln 4 door Convertible 462 4V 1971 Ford LTD Convertible 429 4V Phoenix ~ Yeah it's hot however it's a dry heat!
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05-05-2014, 01:36 PM
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Moderator dude
1966 26' Overlander
Phoenix
, Arizona
Join Date: Apr 2002
Posts: 7,602
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You do not list your location in your profile.
This place may help. Colaw RV Used Parts - We Have Your Part... They are in the middle of the continental US.
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1966 Mercury Park Lane 4 DR Breezeway 410 4V, C-6, 2.80 - Still Streamless. But have brand X TT.
1966 Lincoln 4 door Convertible 462 4V 1971 Ford LTD Convertible 429 4V Phoenix ~ Yeah it's hot however it's a dry heat!
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05-05-2014, 05:29 PM
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3 Rivet Member
1981 28' Airstream 280
Austin
, Texas
Join Date: Feb 2014
Posts: 144
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Action: I have been tiring to figure out how to do that on my iPhone but with no success. Have to try my computer. For now I'm from Austin Texas!!!
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05-06-2014, 12:27 AM
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Moderator dude
1966 26' Overlander
Phoenix
, Arizona
Join Date: Apr 2002
Posts: 7,602
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I like Austin and dumb phones.
I do not have a smart phone and I do not have apps. However I understand there may be an app for this site. Just do not ask me anything thing about that.
As far as glass is concerned, Colaws in MO has lots of inventory. And if the glass you seek is flat, well my friend the job at hand is quite EZ.
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1966 Mercury Park Lane 4 DR Breezeway 410 4V, C-6, 2.80 - Still Streamless. But have brand X TT.
1966 Lincoln 4 door Convertible 462 4V 1971 Ford LTD Convertible 429 4V Phoenix ~ Yeah it's hot however it's a dry heat!
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05-06-2014, 05:17 AM
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4 Rivet Member
1978 28' Argosy 28
Victor
, New York
Join Date: Sep 2012
Posts: 408
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Take a peek in the parts section of the classifieds. Someone was parting out an Airstream and might have that window for you! Here is the link ( for sale parting out an entire airstream inside and out).
I asked for a couple of parts myself but not the windows!
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05-06-2014, 02:00 PM
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Moderator dude
1966 26' Overlander
Phoenix
, Arizona
Join Date: Apr 2002
Posts: 7,602
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I did not see a description of the trailer. Can you add this data?
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1966 Mercury Park Lane 4 DR Breezeway 410 4V, C-6, 2.80 - Still Streamless. But have brand X TT.
1966 Lincoln 4 door Convertible 462 4V 1971 Ford LTD Convertible 429 4V Phoenix ~ Yeah it's hot however it's a dry heat!
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