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Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 07-13-2019, 09:40 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,191
Posted By Bob Cooke
Rear Panel Replacement Options

My daughter backed my 1970 25 ft. Into a board and bent lower rear corner panel. Anyone know is other
Years or models use this same panel. This is the right side. Thanks for reply. BOB COOKE
Forum: The Rally Zone 03-02-2018, 06:59 PM
Replies: 800
Views: 139,169
Posted By Bob Cooke
Fall 2018 rally

John please add Bob and Ann Cooke to fall 2018 rally
Forum: The Rally Zone 08-24-2017, 08:15 PM
Replies: 800
Views: 139,169
Posted By Bob Cooke
Fall rally at the cove

John please put Bob and Ann Cooke on the list for Oct. Rally
Forum: Washer/Dryer & Dishwashers 02-02-2017, 04:00 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 10,609
Posted By Bob Cooke
Black-gray tank

Simply leave the drain valve closed and the gray water will automatically run into the black tank. When full drain all of it same time by hooking up drain hose and open valve. Good luck Toaster.
Forum: Airstream History 02-01-2017, 01:43 PM
Replies: 668
Views: 185,305
Posted By Bob Cooke
Your water heater

I've got the same style water heater I took off a 1966 Action c-10 truck camper. I replaced it with an Atwood gas 6gal. Send me a separate picture of yours and maybe I can compair better. I still...
Forum: Vintage Kin 01-26-2017, 11:35 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 9,255
Posted By Bob Cooke
C-11 Cayo

I've got a 1966 Avion C-10 (same as yours) PD $2500 and had to do some work, floor etc. Ended up to be nice camper and very usable. Carry it on a Dodge 2500 D. Buy it and run. The Hut
Forum: Tow Vehicles 12-19-2016, 03:00 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,017
Posted By Bob Cooke
Tire pressure

Michelin has available to post tire pressure based on weight loading.with an empty truck you can go down to 45 to 50 pounds. Much better ride. Have 265-75-16 E on my Dodge 2500 and changed tires
...
Forum: Full-Timing, Winter Living & Workamping 12-12-2016, 06:50 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,245
Posted By Bob Cooke
We have a 1970 25 foot AS trade winds one only...

We have a 1970 25 foot AS trade winds one only use a 1500 watt cube with no problem even down in the 20's. Have set up for extra heat by plugging directly into outside 110v and a grounded cord into...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 11-07-2016, 01:07 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,727
Posted By Bob Cooke
12 volt receptacle in AS

Since smoking is not a common as old days the recpt. Were eliminated. I have a 1970 25 ft. Trade winds that has one in the bath room and also in cabinet where the antenna booster is. Also just sold a...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 10-17-2016, 03:17 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,360
Posted By Bob Cooke
F-150 vs F-250 load

Toaster: may not be big differences in Ford trucks but not so on Dodge Rams. I carry a 1966 Avion c-10 truck camper on mine and including jacks and water ready to camp weighing 2900 pounds on the...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 10-17-2016, 02:58 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,476
Posted By Bob Cooke
Reece hitch parts

I have a hitch "head with 2inch ball" and bars that fit saddle side sway control off 1966 25 ft. That has been sold . also these hitches are excellent for towing but remember cam lock sway control...
Forum: Tires 09-23-2016, 06:33 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,576
Posted By Bob Cooke
I ran Carlisle 700x15 for 14 years (just plain...

I ran Carlisle 700x15 for 14 years (just plain bias 6 ply) on my 1970 25
Ft. Trade winds and never a problem even at 65mph across Texas and
Other states back to East coast. Only slight wear and...
Forum: General Interior Topics 08-25-2016, 05:03 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,146
Posted By Bob Cooke
Think about the competitor Avion foam insulation...

Think about the competitor Avion foam insulation in their RV. I have a 1966 Avion c-10 truck camper (50 years old) that has been west coast to east coast and who knows where else with original foam...
Forum: General Repair Forum 08-18-2016, 03:34 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,096
Posted By Bob Cooke
Change axles

One man job on my 1970 25 ft Land Y. Concrete pad with two floor jacks and
Set of Jack stands. Impact wrench and torque wrench. All bolt holes we're
Exact and no mods. Used Monroe shocks. Sold old...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 08-03-2016, 08:24 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 25,477
Posted By Bob Cooke
I'm running 2 regular 2000I with an after market...

I'm running 2 regular 2000I with an after market parallel attachment and
Regular 30 amp plug. Run them on eco mode air conditioning. And all works
Good . After air conditioner starts up one gen set...
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 07-15-2016, 12:59 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 9,909
Posted By Bob Cooke
I have a cyclo and it is heavy and will work you...

I have a cyclo and it is heavy and will work you to death. Bought a Porter-Cable orbit able a random sander(polisher) 6inch. Does a good job and much easier. Toaster
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 07-14-2016, 07:06 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,289
Posted By Bob Cooke
Honda 2000's in parallel

I use two honda 2000s and run the 13,500 ac (old model) and high start up amps. Run one on energy saving mode and one not. One units does fine with refrig. On electric and converter charging the 2000...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 07-14-2016, 07:01 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,289
Posted By Bob Cooke
Honda 2000's

I use two honda 2000s and run the 13,500 ac (old model) and high start up amps. Run one on energy saving mode and one not. One units does fine with refrig. On electric and converter charging the 2000...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 07-13-2016, 11:59 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 8,521
Posted By Bob Cooke
Vintage tow vehicle

Currently pulling 25 ft 1970 tradewind with a Dodge 2500 deisel with no problem.
Back then we used a 1968 Buick 225 with the 430 engine. Pulled heavier Holiday
RAMBLER also. Visited the AS detailed...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 07-12-2016, 12:08 PM
Replies: 434
Views: 53,968
Posted By Bob Cooke
Fall Rally at the Cove

"Shinney Toaster" Bob and Ann plan to be there. Enjoyed the spring
Forum: Tires 04-26-2016, 02:32 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,643
Posted By Bob Cooke
A S tire replacement

I'm with PACK RATT above. Just replaced original 700x15 inch size on a newly
Engineered Carlisle 225x90x15 8ply.Fitted my 1970 25 ft. Trade wind perfectly
Have used on two short trips and they ran...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 04-13-2016, 08:26 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 10,196
Posted By Bob Cooke
C-11 on F-150 or C-10

I think your weight estimate is way to low. I currently use a '66 C-10 on a 2500
Dodge long bed with trailer tow package. Have actually weighed truck and truck
With camper. Included propane, #27...
Forum: Tires 04-12-2016, 03:21 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,395
Posted By Bob Cooke
Replacement of tires

Just went through the same exercise with my 1970 AS trade winds. I removed
Carlisle 7:00x15, the same size as specified on origional set up. Ran this set
Fourteen years and no problems at all. Only...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 03-26-2016, 01:24 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,386
Posted By Bob Cooke
Smile New converter old fuse box

I did the same thing years back. My original set was yielding blinking lights on
12 volt when using 120 shore power. It's 1970 25 ft trade winds and had a 40
12 volt system. I isolated input to...
Forum: Axles 03-17-2016, 06:16 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,416
Posted By Bob Cooke
If you order axles through Inland RV when you...

If you order axles through Inland RV when you supply the year, model, and serial number for you get the original type, specs etc.axles. a few years back I ordered mine (1970 trade winds) and even got...
Forum: Jacks, Stabilizers, Lifting and Leveling 03-10-2016, 05:58 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,376
Posted By Bob Cooke
Power jack does not operate

Had the same problem at the koa Bristol Tenn at race time. Had good supply of
12 volt power but would not operate. Removed the motor and all looked good
So gave a teat run with it off the tongue...
Forum: General Repair Forum 03-08-2016, 06:04 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 9,720
Posted By Bob Cooke
Just had the same experience with my 1970...

Just had the same experience with my 1970 Tradewind ,hard to shut door. As
One of the other replay door need lubrication. Spray pub in all parts and coat
All contact surfaces with bearing grease....
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 03-08-2016, 08:41 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 9,352
Posted By Bob Cooke
Getting on top of your airstream

Michael - vision rolling out a,2x10 carpet runner. Get on an 8ft ladder and go
Up to the top step lay the carpet over the trailer end for end. Remember the
Unit I made is wood slats. Step off the...
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 03-06-2016, 12:18 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 9,352
Posted By Bob Cooke
Smile Getting on top of your airstream

I've been on top of my 1970 25 ft my a couple of times to polish and paint the
Center section. You may have on hand 1@1/2 or 2 in. Wide x3/4 thick strips or
Purchase at builders supply cheap. Cut...
Forum: Axles 02-26-2016, 06:32 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,461
Posted By Bob Cooke
Replace axles 1970 25ft tradewinds

Back in 2003 and my first experience with AS found my axles shot. Road clearances poor and arms about 15degrees above horizional. I ordered a complete replacement set through Inland RV at a cost of...
Forum: 1970 - 1973 Sovereign 02-25-2016, 05:49 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,698
Posted By Bob Cooke
Smile Adding a gray water tank

I added a 35 gal Gray water tank to my 1970 25 ft Land Y since it did npt
Originally have one. The tank was from a salvage unit and cheap. Dia about
30x32x9 with drain bung in center low spot....
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 02-14-2016, 11:26 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,274
Posted By Bob Cooke
Breaker tripping

I have a1970 25 ft. That did the same thing
Except mine continued to blow main 30 amp fuse. Finally traced down to the original
Converter. Put a new converter on piggy
Back and no more problem....
Forum: General Repair Forum 02-09-2016, 09:03 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,438
Posted By Bob Cooke
Mich tires

Try Michalin 265-75-16 load range E. On my 2002 Ram 2500 I ran them for
71,000 and thread was still very good (another 25,000 or so. Only reason I
Changed was age. Good day Bob Cooke
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 02-08-2016, 04:01 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 23,651
Posted By Bob Cooke
Replacing 15in tires with16in

I have reviewed the posts about going with larger 225and 235 16 in tires and
Wheels. My tires are 12 yrs old Carlisle 700x15 with travel from the east coast
To Elpaso with no problems. 1970 25 ft....
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 02-07-2016, 03:16 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 15,667
Posted By Bob Cooke
I am running about the same set up. 2500 Dodge...

I am running about the same set up. 2500 Dodge quad diesel with factory based
Trailer tow kit (additional) overload springs 25 ft 1970 AS with apps 750 lbs
Tongue w.r.. Reece 750 lb bars and no...
Forum: Plumbing - Systems & Fixtures 02-07-2016, 02:13 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,974
Posted By Bob Cooke
Adding gray water tank

I have a 25ft 1970 AS that I added 35 gal tank from another rv with not too
Much trouble. It is apps. 8 in deep and mounted just behind rear wheels
Backed up to the cross member. Added one...
Forum: Plumbing - Systems & Fixtures 02-07-2016, 02:07 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,974
Posted By Bob Cooke
Adding gray water tank

I have a 25ft 1970 AS that I added 35 gal tank from another rv with not too
Much trouble. It is apps. 8 in deep and mounted just behind rear wheels
Backed up to the cross member. Added one...
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