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Forum: Dollars & Cents 07-13-2023, 09:33 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 564
Posted By KLK
1966 30’ Sovereign Airstream Requires Complete Rebuild

My beauty was severely damaged in the January 2021 TX, FEMA declared storm.
I’ve already exhausted all of my appeals with FEMA, even with the help of my Congressman’s office devoted to helping...
Forum: Full-Timing 05-06-2023, 09:18 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,867
Posted By KLK
Exclamation FEMA Discrimination against full-time RVers

I live permanently in my restored 1966 30’ Sovereign Airstream on private property in New Braunfels, TX.
We had a FEMA declared emergency due to a winder storm in February of 2021.
My Airstream was...
Forum: General Interior Topics 06-12-2022, 11:51 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,017
Posted By KLK
I agree with this comment that there are a lot of...

I agree with this comment that there are a lot of people who prefer the vintage Airstreams because they don’t have all of the glue and other chemicals that chemically sensitive people avoid. Also,...
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 06-12-2022, 11:44 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 8,148
Posted By KLK
This is exactly what I was going to say. I...

This is exactly what I was going to say.

I live in a 1966 30’ Sovereign Airstream that the previous owners partially remodeled. It was fine until the freeze we had in Texas in 2021. It leaked...
Forum: General Interior Topics 04-13-2022, 10:32 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,853
Posted By KLK
Beautiful!

Beautiful!
Forum: General Interior Topics 04-13-2022, 10:30 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,853
Posted By KLK
My floors are cork. Where did you find the cork...

My floors are cork. Where did you find the cork you used to line the interior skin?
Thank you,
Kim Koogle
1966 30’ Sovereign Airstream
Forum: General Repair Forum 03-06-2022, 09:59 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 16,550
Posted By KLK
Do what you can, but also report that dealership...

Do what you can, but also report that dealership to the BBB and to Airstream and to whatever government agency that licenses RV repair shops.
Forum: General Repair Forum 03-06-2022, 09:56 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 16,550
Posted By KLK
Idk if the Lemon Law applies to your Airstream,...

Idk if the Lemon Law applies to your Airstream, but I had to use the Lemon Law for a 2007 Honda Odyssey we bought brand new off the lot after 9,000 miles. The law is nothing like it seems. It took 3...
Forum: General Repair Forum 08-15-2020, 10:50 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,669
Posted By KLK
Question Need advice for temporary insulation for summer TX heat

I’m living in my 1966 30’ Sovereign Airstream in central TX.
My AC went out so I bought a portable one, but it’s not doing the job.
I have access to some carpet pad material.
What are thoughts of...
Forum: Windows, Doors, Locks & Vents 06-07-2020, 01:02 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,088
Posted By KLK
I have the same question for my 1966 Airstream...

I have the same question for my 1966 Airstream Sovereign.
Did you receive any answers?
I don’t see any.
Or did you figure it out yourself?
I need to remove mine so I can place an insulating foam...
Forum: General Repair Forum 05-29-2020, 08:59 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,445
Posted By KLK
How to Walk on Roof of Vintage Airstreams

A retired certified RV repairman works at my local Ace Hardware store and told me that I could place a 2x4 or 2x6 lengthwise on top of my 1966 30’ Soveriegn and walk back and forth on the wood as it...
Forum: General Repair Forum 03-31-2020, 06:11 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,445
Posted By KLK
Leaks in roof where AC & vents are. Will roof support my weight so I can temp fix?

I have a wonderful 1966 30’ Sovereign and live in it full time in Central Texas.
My lifestyle changed dramatically a few years ago - divorce, custody battle, daughter in fatal car crash - and I am...
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 11-10-2019, 03:21 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,035
Posted By KLK
I’m glad I found your response. Will you...

I’m glad I found your response.

Will you please tell me where the “water inlet valve” is?

I need to repair this (among other things).
Thank you.
Kim Koogle
Forum: Plumbing - Systems & Fixtures 11-10-2019, 03:14 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,046
Posted By KLK
Water leaking at base of toilet

When I flush the toilet, water seeps out from where the bottom of the toilet meets the floor.
I have a 1966 30’ Soveriegn that was partially remodeled about 4 years ago.
The toilet is one of the...
Forum: Our Community 03-25-2019, 03:38 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 8,714
Posted By KLK
Bay Leaves repel ants. I buy them in bulk from...

Bay Leaves repel ants.
I buy them in bulk from my grocery store - it’s very inexpensive.
I put them on my countertop when I see ants, I place them on a plate then put my dog’s food dish on the...
Forum: Full-Timing 03-25-2019, 03:27 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,451
Posted By KLK
Cedar Branches under my Airstream (full-time resident) for Insect Control?

I’m living in my 1966 30’ Soveriegn Airstream full-time and my landlord just cut some branches off of a cedar tree to make room for me to have a garden. I don’t have an insect problem, but as I was...
Forum: Full-Timing 03-25-2019, 03:23 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,070
Posted By KLK
I have a mostly remodeled 1966 30’ Soveriegn...

I have a mostly remodeled 1966 30’ Soveriegn Airstream and when I purchased it 3 years ago, it had a new refrigerator. It says “Nostalgia Electrics.” I left the Airstream unoccupied for a few months...
Forum: Full-Timing 03-25-2019, 03:17 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,224
Posted By KLK
I’ve cut 10” foam mattress pads using a serrated...

I’ve cut 10” foam mattress pads using a serrated kitchen knife to fit my twin bed.
Forum: General Repair Forum 10-08-2018, 06:49 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 777
Posted By KLK
Thank you, George

Thank you, George, for your response. I will look at the link that you sent.
Forum: General Repair Forum 10-07-2018, 02:18 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 22,900
Posted By KLK
Bathroom sink goes into black tank?

I’m living full-time in my 1966 30’ Sovereign Airstream and don’t have septic facilities.
I have to dispose of solids into bags, then the trash.
I dilute the urine with water then am allowed to let...
Forum: General Repair Forum 10-07-2018, 02:04 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 777
Posted By KLK
AC Leaking Inside

I have a 1966 30’ Sovereign AS that has was partially redone by the previous owner. I’ve always wanted an AS, and feel blessed to have this one now.
However, my A/C unit (relatively new) now leaks....
Forum: 2011 - 2015 International 09-02-2018, 02:39 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 7,137
Posted By KLK
Maintenance on Dometic A/C

My Dometic A/C isn’t cooling as well as it used to. I clean the filter, but an A/C man who was in my area told me to get up on top of my 1966 Sovereign and clean something up there. Can I walk on top...
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