New Member-Baja info-Vintage propane fridge problem

[dover2019]

Hello, my name is Norm Coyle and my wife is Ellen. I have owned my 1970, 23ft. Airstream since 1990. I haven’t used it a great deal but that going to change as I sold my boat used for cursing Florida and the Bahamas in the winter months since 1985. I plan to visit the Baja in Mexico after Christmas and if any one can give me info on the area I would sure appreciate it.
My vintage Airstream is in good condition with all the original equipment. What prompted me to find this forum was looking for an answer to a small problem that I have with the propane flint sparking mechanism on the refrigeration unit. The mechanism is in good shape, the problem is finding the replacement flint, It takes 1/8 inch diameter and I don’t know if I can still get this size. If anyone has had experience with this or can tell me where I might still find parts on this vintage propane fridge please let me know. Thank you and smooth sailing to you all.
Best Regards, Norm

[uwe]

Originally Posted by dover2019

The mechanism is in good shape, the problem is finding the replacement flint, It takes 1/8 inch diameter and I don’t know if I can still get this size.

Norm,

Try Cool-Fun in Industry, CA ( (626) 960-5456)

or, www.gasrefrigeration.net they might have what you need.

Also, in regards to Baja, the West Coast will be cold after Christmas, the East Coast will be nioce and toasty warm....

[niknas]

Hi Norm,

I have been towing a 21 foot Airstream to the East Cape of Baja (far south but north of Cabo) every year for the last 5 years. What is it that you would like to know about Baja? Maybe I can help out.

Nik

[p-airstream]

Hey Nik, not sure about Norm but I'd sure like any info you have about staying down there. Camps? Facilities? Guess I'd like to spend some time in the Loreto / Mulege area - and points south. Any info much appreciated - including web sites. TIA.

Pierre