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Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 04-13-2024, 09:22 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 6,023
Posted By Streamracer
Word of caution, our is an older trailer and the...

Word of caution, our is an older trailer and the electric cord is attached inside and the cord stored. Along with that I keep a spare slinky hose and emergency triangles reflectors. As I was cleaning...
Forum: 1978- 1979 Excella 500 02-26-2024, 06:39 AM
Replies: 236
Views: 43,754
Posted By Streamracer
Nice!!! Looking good. Keep up the good work.

Nice!!! Looking good. Keep up the good work.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 01-07-2024, 09:55 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,512
Posted By Streamracer
Interesting post. I wonder what the earliest...

Interesting post. I wonder what the earliest front or rear separation started? We've got an 86 and have no problems with separation.
Forum: 1978- 1979 Excella 500 08-21-2023, 06:13 AM
Replies: 236
Views: 43,754
Posted By Streamracer
Wow, what creative ideas you have. It will be...

Wow, what creative ideas you have. It will be nice when you get all well and back up to speed. I enjoy reading and seeing your post .
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 07-07-2023, 12:44 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,233
Posted By Streamracer
The circuit breaker only turns load on to the...

The circuit breaker only turns load on to the coach. Generator will run fine with breaker off you just don't get power to coach.
Are you trying to start it with several items turned on? Make sure...
Forum: Axles 05-21-2023, 12:14 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,780
Posted By Streamracer
I hope the parts that are on order is a whole new...

I hope the parts that are on order is a whole new axle. That is about what I just paid for a new one.
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 04-17-2023, 03:37 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,561
Posted By Streamracer
Yes, Bob is correct. Wing nut (bar) goes on top...

Yes, Bob is correct. Wing nut (bar) goes on top of the cover crossbar, then a washer, and then the wing nut. That should make your cover sit lower.
Forum: Tires 04-05-2023, 03:55 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,938
Posted By Streamracer
I bought stems at O'REILLY and took them to...

I bought stems at O'REILLY and took them to Sam's and had all 5 put in with new Michelin tires. Worked for me, but I did remove and take the tires to them.
Forum: Shipping & Export/Import 03-10-2023, 10:25 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,423
Posted By Streamracer
You might want to double check the deminsions of...

You might want to double check the deminsions of the container. The inside height and width are not the same as the door opening frame. Published info says 40' high cube is 8' 05"
Forum: Rock Guards, Segment & Window Protectors 12-10-2022, 05:55 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 26,572
Posted By Streamracer
Plaskolite is a brand name and a quick Google...

Plaskolite is a brand name and a quick Google shows the big box stores and Amazon sell it. Size, color and thickness might be a problem without going to a plastic sales company. If you trust your...
Forum: Interior Restoration Forum 11-26-2022, 08:54 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,340
Posted By Streamracer
Good job, keep posting the updates.

Good job, keep posting the updates.
Forum: Winterizing, Storage, Carports & Covers 11-07-2022, 06:47 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,376
Posted By Streamracer
Aerowood, I've got 2 red gas cans marked as water...

Aerowood, I've got 2 red gas cans marked as water and used the same way for extended dry camping. They are around 60 years old and still holding water. Then they came out with the lite blue ones for...
Forum: Winterizing, Storage, Carports & Covers 10-31-2022, 04:38 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,376
Posted By Streamracer
We have had the same experience with full...

We have had the same experience with full unopened jugs of water. Putting them in the shower while stopped is okay, but I wouldn't leave them while underway. I've developed a stress crack in the...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-12-2022, 10:27 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,190
Posted By Streamracer
Any way to get the Renogy 175 watt to fit? I...

Any way to get the Renogy 175 watt to fit? I think they are around 52" x 26".
Forum: General Repair Forum 09-07-2022, 09:39 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,836
Posted By Streamracer
If you are removing it just to replace the...

If you are removing it just to replace the gasket, I'd leave it and use silver parbond around it.
Forum: On The Road... 08-25-2022, 02:14 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,078
Posted By Streamracer
Wonder where everyone was during the rally....

Wonder where everyone was during the rally. Djarrett said there was 950 at the rally. Years back they attracted 3 to 4 thousand if I remember correctly and have sold several thousand trailers since...
Forum: Tires 08-09-2022, 10:47 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,269
Posted By Streamracer
I had a pin hole that you couldn't see. It was...

I had a pin hole that you couldn't see. It was cast that way. Got a new rim took care of the problem.
Forum: General Repair Forum 06-23-2022, 07:05 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,172
Posted By Streamracer
When mine finally quit, I found one on ebay for...

When mine finally quit, I found one on ebay for something like $15. No problem changing
Forum: Tires 06-08-2022, 11:49 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,628
Posted By Streamracer
Hey Ray, I'm glad you are back. I thought you...

Hey Ray, I'm glad you are back. I thought you were just off grid boondocking trying out the Oliver. I'm waiting to read about your comparison between your Airstream and your Oliver. I've got my big...
Forum: Tires 06-08-2022, 11:37 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,628
Posted By Streamracer
Ray, this kinda goes along with the Firestone 15"...

Ray, this kinda goes along with the Firestone 15" tires recalled in 2000 from tread seperation. 6.5 million tires from 1991 to 1996. I had a, 91 Ford Explorer that before all was admitted, had the...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 06-06-2022, 02:20 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,024
Posted By Streamracer
I'm with CBWELL, reqardless of the manufacturer...

I'm with CBWELL, reqardless of the manufacturer you have to do maintenance. The worst thing that has happened to our 86 was the screws in the pantry slides wallowed out and I had to reset them.
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 05-24-2022, 11:00 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,392
Posted By Streamracer
Dinosaur electronics doesn't have a replacement?

Dinosaur electronics doesn't have a replacement?
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 05-19-2022, 11:55 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,135
Posted By Streamracer
I installed a petcock so when I want to drain the...

I installed a petcock so when I want to drain the tank just open it up. Never a problem in several years
Forum: Jacks, Stabilizers, Lifting and Leveling 05-12-2022, 10:37 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,606
Posted By Streamracer
I just came from a local rv parts dealer and saw...

I just came from a local rv parts dealer and saw the bal stabilizers. They were right at $190 a pair so the Amazon price posted earlier is right on.
You will soon learn to walk around and check...
Forum: 1970-79 Tradewind 04-20-2022, 04:43 AM
Replies: 139
Views: 28,905
Posted By Streamracer
WOW!! Is all I have to say. You all have done a...

WOW!! Is all I have to say. You all have done a great job. You can say you have a one of a kind. Good luck on your maiden voyge.
Forum: Electronics & Connectivity 04-14-2022, 09:26 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,120
Posted By Streamracer
X2 on Bricks solution

X2 on Bricks solution
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 03-19-2022, 01:35 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,049
Posted By Streamracer
If you put some silicone or Vaseline where the...

If you put some silicone or Vaseline where the cap fits makes it easier to put on. I also have a tube that I keep my 3 flag poles in
Forum: On The Road... 03-17-2022, 05:54 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,404
Posted By Streamracer
Ray, here in the SE we have Krispy Kreme shops in...

Ray, here in the SE we have Krispy Kreme shops in most towns and like you say they just don't last long when they are hot. They have an app for your phone that tells when they are cooking and are...
Forum: On The Road... 03-11-2022, 08:51 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,404
Posted By Streamracer
Donut Friar downtown Gatlinburg, Tn.

Donut Friar downtown Gatlinburg, Tn.
Forum: On The Road... 03-10-2022, 10:59 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,404
Posted By Streamracer
Ray, maybe you need a large RAT trap to catch the...

Ray, maybe you need a large RAT trap to catch the culprit. LOL
Forum: General Repair Forum 03-10-2022, 10:44 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,291
Posted By Streamracer
Maybe JB weld temporarily

Maybe JB weld temporarily
Forum: 1970-79 Tradewind 01-28-2022, 07:07 AM
Replies: 139
Views: 28,905
Posted By Streamracer
Wow, what creative ideas. Just think what you...

Wow, what creative ideas. Just think what you could to with a 31' or a 34' or even a wide body. Airstream needs to get you under contract for consulting work. Can't wait to see the final results.
Forum: Roof Vents, Skylights & Fans 01-21-2022, 01:33 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 12,728
Posted By Streamracer
We have the smoke colored max air vent covers. I...

We have the smoke colored max air vent covers. I replaced them last fall as the ones before had finally started to crack and split after 25 years. I never close my vents year round. As far as light,...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 01-13-2022, 05:26 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 7,600
Posted By Streamracer
On my dad's 89 Excella when we put a generator in...

On my dad's 89 Excella when we put a generator in the TV cabinet we ran the output wires inside the boxed frame to the rear bumper compartment where the power cord is stored. There was already a...
Forum: Boondocking 01-07-2022, 01:51 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,081
Posted By Streamracer
Ray is correct in his postings and I don't take...

Ray is correct in his postings and I don't take them as rants. If the truth hurts people don't need to read the post. I've discovered that there are some very untrained and unexperienced people...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 01-03-2022, 12:21 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,913
Posted By Streamracer
https://www.airstream.com/blog/a-power-adjustable-...

https://www.airstream.com/blog/a-power-adjustable-standing-desk-option-for-flying-cloud-models/
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 01-03-2022, 12:11 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,913
Posted By Streamracer
Airstream has a new powered adjustable sit/stand...

Airstream has a new powered adjustable sit/stand table
Forum: Winterizing, Storage, Carports & Covers 12-26-2021, 09:28 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 10,892
Posted By Streamracer
mayco, I would guess you get the pick of the...

mayco, I would guess you get the pick of the campsites with no reservations.
Forum: Roof Vents, Skylights & Fans 11-27-2021, 06:52 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,400
Posted By Streamracer
As others has said, handles are available. I've...

As others has said, handles are available. I've found a short stubby Phillips screwdriver will work. I took a piece of flat aluminum and shapped it to the same pattern as the handle and attached it...
Forum: 1970 - 1973 Overlander 11-12-2021, 04:13 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,457
Posted By Streamracer
My dad always said his 32' was for 2 people, of...

My dad always said his 32' was for 2 people, of course we always had 4 at times. After my wife and I got our 25' some 24 years ago we realized why dad always said 2. The room and privacy along...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 11-11-2021, 10:41 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,089
Posted By Streamracer
I take my hitch and lock it back into the coupler...

I take my hitch and lock it back into the coupler and swivel it around under the tongue. If in a place I feel it needs to be secured I run one of the safety chains thru it and padlock it to the...
Forum: Winterizing, Storage, Carports & Covers 11-02-2021, 10:51 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 8,856
Posted By Streamracer
When I blow out everything and water seems to...

When I blow out everything and water seems to stop coming out of the hot water heater, I start rocking the trailer. Surprisingly a good bit of water comes out .
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 10-24-2021, 07:02 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,965
Posted By Streamracer
Richard5953, I simply open the petcock and the...

Richard5953, I simply open the petcock and the safety release valve. Then when it quits draining I hook up the air on my fill line and let it blow for a while.
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 10-23-2021, 02:05 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,965
Posted By Streamracer
I use a brass petcock. Haven't removed it since...

I use a brass petcock. Haven't removed it since installing. I just open it when I'm ready to winterize. Works for me.
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 09-29-2021, 11:34 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,934
Posted By Streamracer
JM, will the grill hose extension work? I've got...

JM, will the grill hose extension work? I've got one that works for my Onan 2500 set.
Forum: 1970-79 Tradewind 09-25-2021, 08:20 AM
Replies: 139
Views: 28,905
Posted By Streamracer
Great work! I really enjoy watching people with...

Great work! I really enjoy watching people with creative ideas and good craftsmanship.
Keep sending updates.
Forum: General Interior Topics 09-07-2021, 06:52 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,713
Posted By Streamracer
I realize you want a larger bed, but what about...

I realize you want a larger bed, but what about turning around in the bed. Head at the foot and feet at the head. Might eliminate the closed in feeling.
Forum: 2020 And Newer Caravel 09-07-2021, 06:25 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,548
Posted By Streamracer
Word of caution ⚠️ to those that carry heavy...

Word of caution ⚠️ to those that carry heavy items in the shower you might crack your pan.
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 09-07-2021, 03:18 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,183
Posted By Streamracer
Have you looked to see where your ac attaches to...

Have you looked to see where your ac attaches to power? Mine is wired to a plug and plugged into a duplex above my refrigerator. I could run an extension cord thru the vent door and plug ac into...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 09-07-2021, 09:54 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,193
Posted By Streamracer
I've got a second tube I mounted right in front...

I've got a second tube I mounted right in front of the original. I keep my 3 flag poles in it. Look and see what and where Factory used and match it.
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