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Forum: Airstream Classifieds 03-08-2019, 11:52 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 339
Posted By startrekker2001
1978 Airstream Excella 500 31 - Florida

Title: 1978 Airstream Excella 500 31 - Florida
I just posted a new ad on Airstream Classifieds.

This is a 1978 Airstream Excella 500. Length 31’.
Price $10,000 firm.

Exterior is...
Forum: WBCCI Rallies & Events 09-30-2012, 06:12 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 9,199
Posted By startrekker2001
Free Wheelers to have a Post FSR rally

Sign up for the Post Rally Rally at Travelers Rest, Dade City, Florida

The Free Wheelers Intra-club for single members of the WBCCI is planning a post rally from Feb. 18 to 21, 2013 at Travelers...
Forum: WBCCI Rallies & Events 09-30-2012, 05:45 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 9,199
Posted By startrekker2001
The Florida State Rally is open to ALL AIRSTREAM OWNERS!!

I knew I would make this mistake sooner or later. The FSR web site is:
Airstream, Florida State Rally Latest News (https://www.floridastaterally.org) not .com
Forum: WBCCI Rallies & Events 09-30-2012, 07:26 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 9,199
Posted By startrekker2001
The Florida State Rally is open to ALL AIRSTREAM...

The Florida State Rally is open to ALL AIRSTREAM OWNERS!!

You don’t have to belong to the WBCCI. Even if you were a WBCCI member and left, you are welcome to the Florida State Rally.

The 40th...
Forum: WBCCI Rallies & Events 05-09-2012, 06:54 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 9,199
Posted By startrekker2001
2013 Florida State Rally

It's a long time until the rally starts on February 13, 2013 and we already have three folks sign up using our on-line registration.

Things are shaping up.

The theme this year is "A Salute to...
Forum: WBCCI Rallies & Events 04-05-2012, 08:37 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 9,199
Posted By startrekker2001
Florida State Rally Update

To Castaway and Wingfoot,
Thank you both for your support and I look forward to seeing you at the rally next year.

We are open to suggestions from other Airstreamers. Larry Scovotto our Assistant...
Forum: WBCCI Rallies & Events 04-04-2012, 11:05 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 9,199
Posted By startrekker2001
Florida State Rally Update

The Florida State Rally
Feb 13-18, 2013
Theme: A Salute to Our Armed Forces
Colors: Red White and Blue

Most of the people on this forum own or want to own an Airstream product, new or used. One...
Forum: WBCCI Rallies & Events 03-21-2012, 11:23 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,715
Posted By startrekker2001
2013 Florida State Rally

The 2012 Florida State Rally is over and we had 316+ Airstreams in attendance. It is a great rally but for next year it will be even bigger and better. Did you know that the majority of Airstream...
Forum: WBCCI Rallies & Events 03-21-2012, 10:39 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 9,199
Posted By startrekker2001
2013 Florida State Rally

The 2012 Florida State Rally is over and we had 316+ Airstreams in attendance. It is a great rally but for next year it will be even bigger and better. Did you know that the majority of Airstream...
Forum: Airstream "In the News" 09-20-2011, 07:54 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,297
Posted By startrekker2001
Crazeevw, Bates RV didn't charge me for the...

Crazeevw,
Bates RV didn't charge me for the appraisal. I took it to them for them to inspect.

An Airstream dealer will have a good handle on the value of your unit based on what upgrades and...
Forum: Airstream "In the News" 09-18-2011, 08:23 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,297
Posted By startrekker2001
I just saw this Progressive commercial today in...

I just saw this Progressive commercial today in upstate NY. I have my 1978 Excella insured with Progressive for an agreed on price of $18,000. I had to get it appraised by a reputable appraiser,...
Forum: Doors & Locks 04-23-2010, 01:01 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,836
Posted By startrekker2001
Mike, Just soap and water. As I say, let's see...

Mike,
Just soap and water. As I say, let's see how it holds up. Nick Crowhurst used Krylon Almond Spray paint and it seems to have held up for 10 years. I think either would be a reasonable choice....
Forum: Doors & Locks 04-23-2010, 12:39 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,836
Posted By startrekker2001
re: Something horrible happened to my front door's interior

Thank you all for your responses. I finally settled on trying good old Rustoleum. Their Almond seemed a close match. That's what I used. I had used it successfully on the blue band using Rustoleum...
Forum: Doors & Locks 04-22-2010, 04:20 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,836
Posted By startrekker2001
Something horrible happened to my front door's interior

Ok, I am generally a pretty smart fella, but this has me stumped. The interior of the front door of my beautiful 1978 31' Excella has changed color. It's not pretty. It looks like the vinyl's...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 01-29-2010, 08:14 PM
Replies: 173
Views: 26,823
Posted By startrekker2001
We live in Palm Bay Florida and go north to...

We live in Palm Bay Florida and go north to northern NY and New England for the summer. We call ours "The Orange Blossom Special"
Check it out. Our 78 Airstream Excella...
Forum: Commercial Listings 01-29-2010, 08:08 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,559
Posted By startrekker2001
70's led tail lights

Check out my website for instructions on how to install 4" square led tail lights into your 70's era Airstreams.

LED Taillight upgrade (https://www.airstream-adventures.com/Ours/OBS/LEDTL.html)...
Forum: Refrigerators 11-19-2009, 07:30 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,150
Posted By startrekker2001
Dometic RM-100 Cooling Problem

OK, I bought a new RM2820 from PPL and need to install it.

When I removed the old box, I noticed that there were plywood panels screwed into the outside of the refrigerator wall on the right...
Forum: Refrigerators 11-16-2009, 10:06 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,150
Posted By startrekker2001
Re: My cooling problem

Thanks to all of you for you insight and suggestions. You have helped me make up my mind to 'bite the bullet' and go for a new one. It looks like the RM2820 is the best fit replacement.

My...
Forum: Refrigerators 11-15-2009, 09:59 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,150
Posted By startrekker2001
Dometic RM-100 Cooling Problem

I have a 1978 31' Excella 500 with the RM-100 Refrigerator. Starting this last summer I noticed the lower portion of the unit was not cooling. The freezer was fine. The lower unit's temp would go...
Forum: Our Community 08-02-2009, 07:46 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 12,640
Posted By startrekker2001
Perception of Airstreamers

Like many who have responded, I have never felt any animosity against Airstream owners. We have ours polished to a mirror finish, it's dirty right now, but most think it is gorgeous still.
...
Forum: Other Rallies & Events 03-09-2009, 10:03 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 13,107
Posted By startrekker2001
Vintage Trailer Jam 09 Parade through Saratoga

Rich,
It was good to see you and Bret at the FSR. I told Bret that I would be backup for the Polishing Seminar, if needed. This year I would like to get a Vintage Trailer parade through Saratoga. ...
Forum: Tires 03-01-2009, 01:28 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,145
Posted By startrekker2001
I am editor of the Region 3 Newsletter. I had...

I am editor of the Region 3 Newsletter. I had this article in the June 2008 issue. This may be of interest.

Vic Smith


Valve Stem Failures


By Bill Reilly as told to Frank Carson
Forum: Photography 07-04-2008, 02:11 PM
Replies: 116
Views: 14,901
Posted By startrekker2001
Shiny, huh?

Shiny, huh?
Forum: Other Rallies & Events 07-02-2008, 06:25 PM
Replies: 312
Views: 36,634
Posted By startrekker2001
How about a "Parade" thru Saratoga to the Park.

We will caravan from the Wilton Mall to the Saratoga Spa Park through downtown Saratoga on Thursday July 10th at 2PM ala Vintage Parade at the International.

We will form up at the Wilton Mall...
Forum: Photography 06-30-2008, 07:28 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 13,977
Posted By startrekker2001
My Entry

Here is a picture taken at the 2005 International.
Forum: Doors & Locks 06-30-2008, 06:54 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,046
Posted By startrekker2001
The lock is easy to take out. The lock has to be...

The lock is easy to take out. The lock has to be disassembled which is a little more difficult. If you know someone with a little more mechanical skill, you may want to have them do it. I had no...
Forum: Airstream "In the News" 06-25-2008, 01:46 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,524
Posted By startrekker2001
St. Louis Mo

The Video was made on July 10, 2005 at the Sheldon Art Museum in St. Louis Mo. The trailer behind Jack is our 1978 31' Excella. We heard about the display and asked if the museum would like our...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 06-21-2008, 08:43 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,959
Posted By startrekker2001
My cold dead fingers

First let me say that this is not the first time oil has been the center of attention. The 70's were a tough time with long lines at the pump and as it turned out, it was all a scam. I hope that all...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 06-12-2008, 05:26 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,588
Posted By startrekker2001
Glad I could help.

Glad I could help.
Forum: Our Community 06-09-2008, 01:50 PM
Replies: 7,911
Views: 1,578,715
Posted By startrekker2001
You can't kid me, you left a trail of aluminum...

You can't kid me, you left a trail of aluminum rivets behind you, knowing the poor thing couldn't resist. For shame! I'll bet you told the wife you tried to find the owner, but it grew "attached" to...
Forum: Doors & Locks 06-09-2008, 01:41 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,046
Posted By startrekker2001
lock problem

I have had problems with the lock on my 78 Excella. The problem was simple and was fixed by a competent welder for $10 and once for a six pack. The replacement kit will cost around $150 or more and...
Forum: The Pet Forum 06-09-2008, 10:31 AM
Replies: 1,077
Views: 206,520
Posted By startrekker2001
Devastated

Shelby is our PomChi, Pomeranian/Chihuahua mix. She is 3yrs old and gloried in being the First Dog of the Florida Unit for a year. As soon as she found out that she had to give up the "honor", she...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 06-09-2008, 09:54 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,588
Posted By startrekker2001
My problems with heater

I have a 78 31' Excella. The furnace was replaced by the PO as a result of a recall. I found that the lighter would not light when ... wait for it ... the bathroom lights were on. It seems that the...
Forum: Other Rallies & Events 04-04-2008, 08:47 PM
Replies: 312
Views: 36,634
Posted By startrekker2001
Yukionna, Ah, yes ... I remember it well. Neat...

Yukionna,
Ah, yes ... I remember it well. Neat pic.

Vic
Forum: Other Rallies & Events 04-04-2008, 04:16 AM
Replies: 312
Views: 36,634
Posted By startrekker2001
We'll be there

Startrekker2001 and Mrs Trekker will be there. We signed up in Feb. Since we will be spending the summer at Saratoga RV Park, just a few miles north on Rte 50, it was just too handy to pass up. The...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 12-11-2007, 04:09 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,304
Posted By startrekker2001
Gunny, First, thank you for your service. You...

Gunny,
First, thank you for your service. You noted that you are retired. Are you retired from the Marines? I am retired USAF and have Tricare For Live which requires that I elect Medicare Part B. ...
Forum: Tires 12-08-2007, 09:16 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 12,953
Posted By startrekker2001
Tire Wear

I had a very similar problem with my 78 31' Excella. The tires on the road side were wearing and cupping. The only solution I know that works is to take it to the factory and have them align the...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 07-25-2007, 01:25 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,775
Posted By startrekker2001
4" by 4" LED Taillights for Vintage Trailers.

I have installed taillights I bought at Tractor Supply Company and they work great. The body of the light has to be modified slightly to fit but it is easy to do. The model I got from TSC had one 4...
Forum: WBCCI Forum 12-20-2006, 12:27 PM
Replies: 194
Views: 19,848
Posted By startrekker2001
65GT's response yesterday.

Leo,

I don't think I have ever read a more impassioned positive support for the WBCCI than you wrote yesterday. I couldn't have said it better myself.

Vic Smith
President, Florida Unit 027.
Forum: Off Topic Forum 12-19-2006, 04:11 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 5,232
Posted By startrekker2001
Ho...Ho... Holy Mackeral. Christmas in our Airstream

We are spending Christmas and New Years in our '78 31' Excella... not by choice. When we came home to Palm Bay FL from Texas, where we spent our Thanksgiving, we found the house flooded... from the...
Forum: Tires 11-10-2006, 08:18 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,951
Posted By startrekker2001
Tire pressure is one of the topics addressed by...

Tire pressure is one of the topics addressed by the RVSEF (RV Safety Education Foundation, Inc. 4575 Annette Court Merritt Island FL 32953). They are heavy into RV Safety. While at the Florida State...
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 11-06-2006, 07:09 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,786
Posted By startrekker2001
I don't know if this will help, but here is the...

I don't know if this will help, but here is the L-shaped lounge info from the service manual for the 1978 Excella. You can enlarge the photos so they are legible.
Forum: On The Road... 10-24-2006, 11:54 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 5,336
Posted By startrekker2001
Yukionna

Here is a picture I took at the Region 1 rally this year. You may recognize the rider. Your trailer looked fantastic and was truly alluminated.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 10-23-2006, 07:59 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 15,762
Posted By startrekker2001
Dually?

Streamer1,

I am not quite sure why you would want all that heavy springing for a 25' trailer, or for a 34'r for that matter.

One of the big cons against having too much heavy rear springing...
Forum: On The Road... 10-21-2006, 07:53 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 5,336
Posted By startrekker2001
Wheel Oddly enough we are not full timing....

Wheel

Oddly enough we are not full timing. We have a home in Palm Bay Florida and thoroughly enjoy the late fall, winter and spring here. Josie and I don't care for the heat and humidity of the...
Forum: On The Road... 10-20-2006, 06:06 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 5,336
Posted By startrekker2001
We have been a little busy so far this year. ...

We have been a little busy so far this year.

January: Rally in Daytona for 4 days

February: Florida State Rally in Sarasota

April: Easter Rally in St. Augustine

1 June to 3 October:...
Forum: Photography 10-15-2006, 01:44 PM
Replies: 193
Views: 20,345
Posted By startrekker2001
My Before and After

We bought our Excella 500 in March 2002. I have polished the exterior, put down wood laminate flooring, had the lounge area reupholstered and put up new drapes by Ambruso. Of course there are a...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 08-28-2006, 03:09 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 5,188
Posted By startrekker2001
For our 78 Excella 78 XLA

For our 78 Excella

78 XLA
Forum: Tires 08-20-2006, 01:32 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 27,045
Posted By startrekker2001
Ok, I have to add my two cents in. I can not...

Ok, I have to add my two cents in. I can not imagine why you would want to go to Load Range E tires on an F-150. There is no way you can load the truck enough to require that range tire. That is...
Forum: Doors & Locks 06-15-2006, 08:01 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,444
Posted By startrekker2001
I have a 78 Excella 500 and have had problems...

I have a 78 Excella 500 and have had problems with the door latch which required the use of a screwdriver to open from the outside. The problem was the "ears" on the bolt subassembly had broken off....
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