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Forum: Our Community 04-20-2024, 12:10 PM
Replies: 426
Views: 92,374
Posted By DavidsonOverlander
A whole year has gone by and no new...

A whole year has gone by and no new Airstreams-in-the-Movies sightings?
Here are a few screen shots from Fallout on Amazon Prime.
Forum: 1970 - 1973 Overlander 04-10-2024, 09:26 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,957
Posted By DavidsonOverlander
We don't have shades. Grant

We don't have shades.
Grant
Forum: Our Community 02-19-2024, 12:37 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 6,942
Posted By DavidsonOverlander
I agree that Airstreams are too 'flashy' for...

I agree that Airstreams are too 'flashy' for travel in areas where you don't want to stick out, but the risk of tourists being attacked tends to be overblown. It's important to talk to people who...
Forum: Our Community 02-18-2024, 09:51 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 6,942
Posted By DavidsonOverlander
It's not impossible, just challenging, but then...

It's not impossible, just challenging, but then it was challenging for the Capetown to Cairo caravan too. In some ways modern communications may make it easier. To see examples, you have to go...
Forum: 1970 - 1973 Overlander 12-23-2023, 06:45 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,957
Posted By DavidsonOverlander
Not sure what you mean by the skin thickness. I...

Not sure what you mean by the skin thickness. I didn't replace any exterior skin and I reused the interior panels.
The vista view window trim was made from .032 aluminum sheet. I created a pattern...
Forum: 1970 - 1973 Overlander 12-20-2023, 04:50 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,957
Posted By DavidsonOverlander
Welcome to the forums! I'm just across the lake...

Welcome to the forums! I'm just across the lake and up the escarpment in Milton, so let me know if you have any questions.
I renovated a '74 Sovereign. Those photos of everything torn apart and the...
Forum: Our Community 11-01-2023, 03:21 PM
Replies: 7,910
Views: 1,577,612
Posted By DavidsonOverlander
I didn't look at the hitches. I talked to them...

I didn't look at the hitches. I talked to them briefly to see if they wanted to camp on our property which is nearby, but they wanted to stay at Walmart for an early start in the morning. They were...
Forum: Our Community 11-01-2023, 10:07 AM
Replies: 7,910
Views: 1,577,612
Posted By DavidsonOverlander
Two Basecamps at Walmart in Milton, ON yesterday...

Two Basecamps at Walmart in Milton, ON yesterday afternoon. I think I've only ever seen one 'in the wild' before, and now two together.
Forum: Off Topic Forum 09-13-2023, 07:59 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 9,859
Posted By DavidsonOverlander
In that case I'd want to pick them up to help...

In that case I'd want to pick them up to help them get away from those prisoners!
Forum: Roof 09-12-2023, 01:57 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,083
Posted By DavidsonOverlander
Another option is to install Rivnuts. That's what...

Another option is to install Rivnuts. That's what I used on my Avion truck camper which has a roof that is virtually the same as an Airstream. I connected two 100 watt panels together so I can tilt...
Forum: Our Community 09-09-2023, 06:47 AM
Replies: 7,910
Views: 1,577,612
Posted By DavidsonOverlander
US 131 just south of Cedar Springs, MI ...

US 131 just south of Cedar Springs, MI
Saturday, Aug. 26, 2023
Forum: Our Community 08-26-2023, 08:30 AM
Replies: 7,910
Views: 1,577,612
Posted By DavidsonOverlander
Walmart at The Four Corners, Sudbury, ON. Aug...

Walmart at The Four Corners, Sudbury, ON.
Aug 10, 2023
Forum: Our Community 07-06-2023, 11:11 AM
Replies: 7,910
Views: 1,577,612
Posted By DavidsonOverlander
Hwy 401 westbound at Milton, ON. 12:26 pm today.

Hwy 401 westbound at Milton, ON. 12:26 pm today.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 05-25-2023, 09:56 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,248
Posted By DavidsonOverlander
Thanks for the update! You obviously made a good...

Thanks for the update! You obviously made a good decision in a tow vehicle. There seems to be a significant portion of the population who tends to believe that worse-case scenarios will happen, but...
Forum: On The Road... 04-26-2023, 10:20 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 5,339
Posted By DavidsonOverlander
People drive around the world in diesel vehicles,...

People drive around the world in diesel vehicles, so I'm pretty sure you'll be fine!:) (Friends' truck, not mine)
Forum: On The Road... 04-16-2023, 07:12 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,515
Posted By DavidsonOverlander
Where it was stamped, does it state that you can...

Where it was stamped, does it state that you can remain in Canada for 6 months, or a different amount of time? I believe that while 6 months is the standard amount of time an American can spend in...
Forum: On The Road... 04-16-2023, 05:09 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,515
Posted By DavidsonOverlander
Among the alternatives to a passport for entering...

Among the alternatives to a passport for entering the US or Canada are an enhanced driver's license (I think only from certain states) or a NEXUS card. It would be impractical to stamp US/Canadian...
Forum: On The Road... 04-15-2023, 08:07 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,515
Posted By DavidsonOverlander
I think you're referring to ArriveCAN, which is...

I think you're referring to ArriveCAN, which is no longer required.
Forum: Wheels, Hubs & Bearings 04-02-2023, 11:53 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 726
Posted By DavidsonOverlander
That's how my Dad taught me to do it as a kid on...

That's how my Dad taught me to do it as a kid on the farm. You do have to keep in mind that you're placing part of your body under the trailer, so make sure there's no chance it can fall on you.
Forum: Our Community 03-23-2023, 01:52 PM
Replies: 426
Views: 92,374
Posted By DavidsonOverlander
There's an Airstream in the Amazon Prime series...

There's an Airstream in the Amazon Prime series The Peripheral. Interesting rear window! I wonder if they added that for the series, or if someone created it beforehand. It's a while since I watched,...
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 02-28-2023, 11:47 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,251
Posted By DavidsonOverlander
Metal Supermarket...

Metal Supermarket (https://www.metalsupermarkets.com/store-finder/) is also a good place to get aluminum. Since they cut to order, they often have small cutoffs.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 01-22-2023, 09:26 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 10,012
Posted By DavidsonOverlander
The longer truck is better for your health. It...

The longer truck is better for your health. It will force you to park farther from stores, so you'll get more exercise!:brows:

We have a crew cab F350 with the long bed and haven't regretted it....
Forum: On The Road... 11-27-2022, 10:44 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,960
Posted By DavidsonOverlander
Yes, it's a 1965 Avion C10. It had some damage to...

Yes, it's a 1965 Avion C10. It had some damage to the cabover section from a tree that fell on it, and while repairing that I decided to extend the cabover to make it a full north-south bed rather...
Forum: On The Road... 11-21-2022, 12:02 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,960
Posted By DavidsonOverlander
Great question for a new thread! Actually, I've...

Great question for a new thread! Actually, I've somewhat lost interest in travelling by trailer because of the limitations imposed by towing.
I'm not ready to sell our Airstream, but right now I'm...
Forum: Winterizing, Storage, Carports & Covers 10-31-2022, 11:10 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 9,099
Posted By DavidsonOverlander
You're correct, but only for engine cooling...

You're correct, but only for engine cooling system antifreeze.
RV antifreeze is a different product and not poisonous.
Forum: General Repair Forum 10-10-2022, 07:51 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,954
Posted By DavidsonOverlander
The floor can be replaced without removing the...

The floor can be replaced without removing the shell. There are advantages to removing the shell if you have the ability to do so and the space to store it safely, but it's not necessary. I think the...
Forum: On The Road... 09-17-2022, 06:18 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,950
Posted By DavidsonOverlander
I'm not a member, but I believe there are 19...

I'm not a member, but I believe there are 19 Costcos within an hour of my home just west of Toronto!
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 09-13-2022, 07:27 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 10,091
Posted By DavidsonOverlander
I know all about Roe vs Wade and the recent court...

I know all about Roe vs Wade and the recent court decision which restricts women's rights, and I know the expression 'waiting for the other shoe to drop', but what does "Then the shoe moved to the...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 09-12-2022, 07:36 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 10,091
Posted By DavidsonOverlander
"Then the shoe moved to the other shoe"? Can we...

"Then the shoe moved to the other shoe"?
Can we agree? Agree with what? :lol:
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 09-12-2022, 06:18 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 10,091
Posted By DavidsonOverlander
I love dogs too, and had a similar experience. A...

I love dogs too, and had a similar experience. A dog that was not on a leash bit me on the leg. The owner blamed me for wearing snowshoes.:lol:
Snowshoing was allowed, dogs off leash were not....
Forum: Tow Vehicles 08-26-2022, 05:54 PM
Replies: 144
Views: 10,262
Posted By DavidsonOverlander
I think the opposite is true. There are far more...

I think the opposite is true. There are far more electric cars being sold in China than in North America, and I'm sure they'd love to see us drag our feet while they develop the technology to sell to...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 08-26-2022, 05:42 PM
Replies: 144
Views: 10,262
Posted By DavidsonOverlander
It's both, controlling carbon!

It's both, controlling carbon!
Forum: 1960 - 1964 Globetrotter 08-01-2022, 12:45 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,109
Posted By DavidsonOverlander
I've been disappointed several times when I...

I've been disappointed several times when I ordered aluminum from Aircraft Spruce to find that it was scratched under the plastic protective coating. The scratches weren't obvious because the plastic...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 07-27-2022, 10:23 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,320
Posted By DavidsonOverlander
I recently described my solution for a Hensley...

I recently described my solution for a Hensley stinger in this post (https://www.airforums.com/forums/f238/pro-pride-hitch-assembly-handles-to-carry-it-233357.html#post2592265).
Forum: Trailer Values 07-16-2022, 11:00 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,385
Posted By DavidsonOverlander
We sold our '64 Overlander in July 2021 for...

We sold our '64 Overlander in July 2021 for CDN$25k (US$20k). It had a few upgrades (new dinette, new counters, ZipDee awning) but had not been renovated. There were parts of the floor that were...
Forum: 1947-1949 Liner 07-11-2022, 08:58 AM
Replies: 368
Views: 92,912
Posted By DavidsonOverlander
I find a table saw with a standard 60-tooth...

I find a table saw with a standard 60-tooth carbide blade works well. You'll need extra hands and support for larger pieces, but it gives a nice straight edge. I put the edge of the sheet that's...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 07-10-2022, 10:47 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 13,138
Posted By DavidsonOverlander
Good point! I've crossed the border regularly for...

Good point! I've crossed the border regularly for more than 35 years (wife is American, kids dual citizens) and we used to just take it for granted that almost everything was cheaper in the US....
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 07-10-2022, 09:52 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 13,138
Posted By DavidsonOverlander
There have been some high-profile gun smuggling...

There have been some high-profile gun smuggling cases recently, and an increase in the public's awareness of the number of guns used in crimes in Canada that orignated in the US. They'll be looking...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 07-10-2022, 09:41 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 13,138
Posted By DavidsonOverlander
As Canadian residents we bring pretty much...

As Canadian residents we bring pretty much anything we want into Canada and have never had anything confiscated, but you should check the restrictions just in case. We declare that we have groceries...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 07-06-2022, 07:35 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 8,670
Posted By DavidsonOverlander
This may be a regional problem, but the switch is...

This may be a regional problem, but the switch is not going to happen overnight so there's time to plan. There are already trials taking place in Europe where people charge their cars at home...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 06-30-2022, 10:42 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 8,670
Posted By DavidsonOverlander
Just my impression, but I think that the electric...

Just my impression, but I think that the electric vehicle market is not aimed at everyone at this point, that's why a lot of people don't see it as filling their needs. If you don't think it will...
Forum: On The Road... 06-25-2022, 09:07 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,950
Posted By DavidsonOverlander
I agree. I often get things next day on Amazon,...

I agree. I often get things next day on Amazon, but I'm on the edge of the Greater Toronto Area with an urban area with a population of about 6 million.
Forum: Trailer Values 06-18-2022, 08:25 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,204
Posted By DavidsonOverlander
That floor looks like OSB, not plywood, but maybe...

That floor looks like OSB, not plywood, but maybe it's something just as good as plywood. My bigger concern would be that the floor appears to be new, but the interior panels are still in. To replace...
Forum: Title, VIN & Registration 04-27-2022, 07:25 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,381
Posted By DavidsonOverlander
LOL! That sounds like a law that has a good...

LOL!
That sounds like a law that has a good story behind it!
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 04-20-2022, 11:08 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,141
Posted By DavidsonOverlander
For my Hensley, I bent a piece of steel and...

For my Hensley, I bent a piece of steel and welded it to the top. Then I used aluminum tubing to make a holder on the a-frame. I think the tubing is 2.5" outside with a 3/16" wall, so it provides a...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 04-20-2022, 10:56 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,714
Posted By DavidsonOverlander
I agree. I used rivnuts and bolted them down.

I agree. I used rivnuts and bolted them down.
Forum: General Interior Topics 04-09-2022, 11:17 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,849
Posted By DavidsonOverlander
I did the inside of our '74 Sovereign with wood...

I did the inside of our '74 Sovereign with wood (1/8" Baltic Birch plywood) and it turned out nice, but it was a lot of work. One drawback is if you have a leak the wood may stain and/or delaminate...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 04-07-2022, 04:17 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,925
Posted By DavidsonOverlander
My parents bought a tent trailer when I was 9...

My parents bought a tent trailer when I was 9 years old and we went to the west coast one year and the east coast the next. After that it was only used for a few shorter trips. In my mid-twenties I...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 04-03-2022, 09:29 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,791
Posted By DavidsonOverlander
He did say that it's a "family RV", and a...

He did say that it's a "family RV", and a granddaughter is family. He also noted that "she is one that uses the Airstream the most", so it sounds like she is pretty familiar with it.
My only concern...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 03-23-2022, 10:42 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,789
Posted By DavidsonOverlander
As others have said, it sounds like you're doing...

As others have said, it sounds like you're doing everything you need to do. I live in Canada and have bought several trailers and motor vehicles in the US and it went just as you described.
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