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Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 10-18-2020, 09:28 PM
Replies: 143
Views: 51,806
Posted By DaKs
This is one of the reasons I bought one. I love it

This is one of the reasons I bought one. I love it
Forum: Insurance & Claims 09-24-2019, 03:36 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,507
Posted By DaKs
Agreed Value insurance in Canada

Hello more enlightened people.
We have just finished the Reno of our 73 Excella and have an appraisal. My problem is finding an insurance company to get a policy for agreed value in Canada. I know...
Forum: 1965 - 1969 Overlander 03-15-2019, 01:52 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,461
Posted By DaKs
congrats on your Airstream We are in Calgary...

congrats on your Airstream
We are in Calgary also. The club here has a lot of nice people.
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 05-01-2017, 06:07 PM
Replies: 216
Views: 59,672
Posted By DaKs
We called ours "Sputnik" Because its shiny and...

We called ours "Sputnik" Because its shiny and will circle the earth (north America)
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 02-09-2017, 11:10 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,420
Posted By DaKs
Best way....Helicopter! DaK

Best way....Helicopter!

DaK
Forum: On The Road... 12-07-2016, 01:52 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 8,627
Posted By DaKs
Most of the little town along Route 66. Seligman...

Most of the little town along Route 66. Seligman Az Flagstaff AZ. Carthage. to name a few.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 11-30-2016, 04:00 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 9,243
Posted By DaKs
So far with my 2010 Sport Trac Adrenalin 4.6L I...

So far with my 2010 Sport Trac Adrenalin 4.6L
I like the smaller truck.

DaK
Forum: General Repair Forum 11-13-2016, 08:30 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,444
Posted By DaKs
My 73 has been in progress for over a year now....

My 73 has been in progress for over a year now. We just came in from putting up some inner skin panels. Have fun and welcome.
DaK
Forum: Full-Timing 10-31-2016, 07:31 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 8,017
Posted By DaKs
Hi Brittany Welcome to the forum and hopefully...

Hi Brittany
Welcome to the forum and hopefully to Airsteamin.
As most have stated your plan is doable and a great way of life. We plan to full time as soon as we retire.
The one thing that has...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 10-19-2016, 11:49 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,134
Posted By DaKs
Stop it! i already gained 5 pounds watching. Haha...

Stop it! i already gained 5 pounds watching. Haha
Thanks for all the great places
DaK
Forum: Interior Restoration Forum 10-18-2016, 12:44 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,840
Posted By DaKs
Those are the same chairs we bought for our...

Those are the same chairs we bought for our restoration.
they are very comfy.
Nice work. I'm sure you will be happy
DaK
Forum: On The Road... 10-18-2016, 08:57 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 10,672
Posted By DaKs
I love my 2010 Sport Trac Adrenalin. It had. Tw...

I love my 2010 Sport Trac Adrenalin. It had. Tw cap of 6990 and payload of 1400.
Not for everyone but so far it works great with our 25'.
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 10-16-2016, 08:09 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,527
Posted By DaKs
I used metal studs and #6 self taping screw to...

I used metal studs and #6 self taping screw to brace from side to side.
This was more for just keeping it the same width.
Oh just to be clear I screwed the studs to the ribs.
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 10-07-2016, 05:21 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 20,973
Posted By DaKs
We like ours this size. It started as 31 and now...

We like ours this size. It started as 31 and now it's 25. Perfect for the 2 of us.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 09-20-2016, 05:29 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 7,205
Posted By DaKs
This is one of the reasons I went with the...

This is one of the reasons I went with the Andersen No Sway.
It is completely adjustable. It does not have incremental steps like bars do. Also the sway is dependent on how much tongue weight you...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 09-15-2016, 06:46 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 7,205
Posted By DaKs
I tow a 25" with a Ford Sport Trac Adrenalin. I...

I tow a 25" with a Ford Sport Trac Adrenalin. I use this www.youtube.com/watch?v=HRoQ_yQZQwQ hitch from Andersen. I really like it and it works like they say.
It is also much lighter to pack up.
Forum: Full-Timing 09-05-2016, 08:33 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 15,936
Posted By DaKs
I really like this topic. My wife and I are a...

I really like this topic. My wife and I are a couple of years away from full timing and my wife is already getting excited. It is a scary thought to change our entire way of life. Not just the...
Forum: On The Road... 08-01-2016, 08:36 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,510
Posted By DaKs
Hey you're coming to our backyard. If you are not...

Hey you're coming to our backyard. If you are not in to much of a hurry and want to bypass Calgary. Then I suggest you head north from Waterton to Pincher Creek then west to Lundbreck. Just past...
Forum: Windows & Screens 07-11-2016, 06:31 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,336
Posted By DaKs
I have years of experience working with all kinds...

I have years of experience working with all kinds of plastics. So don't think I'm off my rocker. One of the best things to remove (hide) small craze scratches is Lemon Pledge.
Just spray it on and...
Forum: WBCCI Forum 07-05-2016, 06:01 PM
Replies: 1,319
Views: 308,586
Posted By DaKs
Thanks for the info. I will put it in the...

Thanks for the info. I will put it in the comments when I join.

DaKs
Forum: WBCCI Forum 07-04-2016, 07:33 PM
Replies: 1,319
Views: 308,586
Posted By DaKs
This has most likely been asked. Can you request...

This has most likely been asked. Can you request numbers when you join or do you just get the luck of the draw?
If you can request where do I do it.
Thank you
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 07-04-2016, 07:29 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 10,706
Posted By DaKs
Thats funny I used a hole saw and guide on my...

Thats funny
I used a hole saw and guide on my floor also
Worked great
Forum: Leaks - Weatherstrips, Gaskets, Caulks & Sealants 06-19-2016, 01:46 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 8,100
Posted By DaKs
I just finished mating the shell with the floor...

I just finished mating the shell with the floor on our 73. The original floor was so rotten we had to be careful stripping out the interior as we would fall through in many places.
For the new floor...
Forum: On The Road... 05-30-2016, 08:21 PM
Replies: 212
Views: 25,764
Posted By DaKs
Hey If you get to western Canada. Calgary Ab...

Hey If you get to western Canada. Calgary Ab contact us and we can show you around.

Dave
Forum: General Repair Forum 05-27-2016, 11:06 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 5,746
Posted By DaKs
I've got some 1973 Excella 500 badges I'll sell. ...

I've got some 1973 Excella 500 badges I'll sell.
That would really screw them up.
Forum: Full-Timing 05-26-2016, 07:24 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,613
Posted By DaKs
Very Exciting! We are about 2 yrs from doing it....

Very Exciting! We are about 2 yrs from doing it. The AS is still under major resto
but will be ready then. Brenda in BC good luck to you also from a fellow Canuk.
Forum: Interior Restoration Forum 03-24-2016, 04:08 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,753
Posted By DaKs
We are looking at the Casper. Check them out...

We are looking at the Casper. Check them out casper.com
They are small but highly rated.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 03-23-2016, 08:36 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,820
Posted By DaKs
I bought my Sherline scale from ebay. I just...

I bought my Sherline scale from ebay.
I just kept a search active until one in the right range came up.
Forum: Exterior Restoration Forum 03-13-2016, 04:02 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 7,410
Posted By DaKs
I would be interested also.

I would be interested also.
Forum: Full-Timing, Winter Living & Workamping 03-03-2016, 07:36 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 16,519
Posted By DaKs
Thank you everyone who responded to my question....

Thank you everyone who responded to my question. Lots of great info.
We are trying to not get to excited about full timing yet as the AS is still in the teardown overhaul stage.
Forum: Full-Timing, Winter Living & Workamping 02-29-2016, 10:18 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 16,519
Posted By DaKs
Hello all fulltimers My wife and I are 2.5 yrs...

Hello all fulltimers
My wife and I are 2.5 yrs away from doing this. We are stoked and scared all at the same time. We plan to sell the house as we are going to move for retirement anyway. Then we...
Forum: Computers, Internet & Satellite 02-18-2016, 07:47 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 24,131
Posted By DaKs
Great thread and lots of info. What is don't know...

Great thread and lots of info. What is don't know is. Do any of the booster become a wifi hotspot or do you just use your phone?

DaK
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 02-01-2016, 11:31 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,924
Posted By DaKs
I believe the numbers should be just sign vinyl...

I believe the numbers should be just sign vinyl and should come off with a hair dryer and a little patients. You can also get a can of decal remover for stubborn ones. Call a sign supply place they...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 01-29-2016, 11:19 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,702
Posted By DaKs
I used PVC pipe to make a stand that holds the...

I used PVC pipe to make a stand that holds the panels at a 45 to get the most sunlight. I have a 30" cord running to the controller. It all comes apart to a nice small size. It has worked well for...
Forum: 1970 - 1973 Sovereign 01-24-2016, 04:46 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,672
Posted By DaKs
Ours look 10X better and its a 73 Excella. I paid...

Ours look 10X better and its a 73 Excella. I paid 4500.CAD for it in the summer.
Keep looking you will find a good one.
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 01-18-2016, 06:29 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,843
Posted By DaKs
Looks great. I was just thinking about my 73 and...

Looks great. I was just thinking about my 73 and what I want to do to it.
Some of your pics didn't come through. Do you know why?
Does the Trailer supply place you got them sell online?
Or do you...
Forum: 1970 - 1973 Overlander 01-05-2016, 01:15 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,694
Posted By DaKs
Welcome. The pics look so much like our 73...

Welcome. The pics look so much like our 73 Excella. Yours look to be better in the pics than ours. Ours is currently undergoing a complete shell off rebuild.
Have fun and don't burn yourself out by...
Forum: Leaks - Weatherstrips, Gaskets, Caulks & Sealants 12-22-2015, 05:14 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 11,420
Posted By DaKs
What do you use to clean the aluminum. Thanks

What do you use to clean the aluminum.
Thanks
Forum: General Interior Topics 12-16-2015, 02:59 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,822
Posted By DaKs
How did you do the floor with out lifting the...

How did you do the floor with out lifting the shell?
Just wondering?
How long did it take to polish the shell?
Thanks
Forum: General Repair Forum 10-17-2015, 03:33 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,990
Posted By DaKs
I towed my 31 Excella for about 70 miles down the...

I towed my 31 Excella for about 70 miles down the hiway just to see how it pulled without all the weight. I have removed everything including the inner skins and it is no problem.
The shell is Very...
Forum: On The Road... 09-28-2015, 06:24 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,670
Posted By DaKs
My wife and I are DVC members so we have been to...

My wife and I are DVC members so we have been to WDW almost 30 times. We love going into Fort wilderness and looking at the trailers. We like seeing the Airstreams and dreamed of having one some day....
Forum: Tow Vehicles 08-22-2015, 09:33 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 7,569
Posted By DaKs
I'm hoping to use my 2010 Sport Trac Adrenalin to...

I'm hoping to use my 2010 Sport Trac Adrenalin to tow my AS when it's finished.
Has anyone used an Adrenalin as a TV before? If so what did you pull?
Forum: Member Introductions 08-17-2015, 07:38 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 564
Posted By DaKs
First Airstream

Hello All
My wife and I just bought our first Airstream. It's a 73 Excella 31'.
It is getting a complete shell off rebuild. We have removed the interior and saved some of it. If someone needs...
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