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Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 07-25-2022, 08:28 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,374
Posted By JJ1965
Mothballs. They stink but work well. Remove them...

Mothballs. They stink but work well. Remove them a couple of weeks before going out to give the airstream time to air out. We take them out in the spring and put them back in the fall. Leave poison...
Forum: General Motorhome Topics 08-10-2020, 09:51 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 10,987
Posted By JJ1965
Something a trailer cant provide, the road trip...

Something a trailer cant provide, the road trip atmosphere. Every time my wife and I travel in our 345 I feel the same as I did when we road tripped in my first hot rod. She does to. We still have...
Forum: General Motorhome Topics 08-10-2020, 09:33 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,305
Posted By JJ1965
That is a great list! My best advice is camp...

That is a great list! My best advice is camp close to home the first time out. You will forget things you didn't even know you needed! Being close to a Walmart or grocery store is a good idea as...
Forum: Airstream Motorhome Forums 08-10-2020, 08:42 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 520
Posted By JJ1965
Prices vary depending on condition and how much...

Prices vary depending on condition and how much the current owner thinks its worth. My best advice is look at RV trader, Ebay, and the classifieds here to get a feel for prices. We got a decent 345...
Forum: Airstream Motorhome Forums 08-10-2020, 08:19 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 978
Posted By JJ1965
Talking I definetly wouldn't trust it without a minimum...

I definetly wouldn't trust it without a minimum of new tires, brakes, belts, batteries and hoses.
How much of the work can you accomplish yourself? If your a DYI person who is confident working on...
Forum: 2018 - Current Globetrotter 08-05-2020, 11:52 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 12,117
Posted By JJ1965
Convection Microwave

We like our convection microwave. Ours is a replacement Dometic. I’m not sure what comes in the new trailers? I’ve baked cake, brownies, pizza. It all turned out great. Of course it’s not an oven...
Forum: Airstream Motorhome Forums 07-28-2020, 02:00 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 22,722
Posted By JJ1965
Furion Backup Camera.

My smarter half picked up a Furion backup camera for the 345 Saturday. It has the side view cameras in the kit. They are supposed to replace the side marker lights. With them installed in the factory...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 07-27-2020, 04:22 PM
Replies: 1,728
Views: 493,276
Posted By JJ1965
Really enjoying following your adventure. My wife...

Really enjoying following your adventure. My wife and I want to take the 345 to some of these places in the future. Really good to see how steep some of the grades are.
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 07-19-2020, 05:01 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 416
Posted By JJ1965
Thank you

That is helpful thanks for sharing I’ll look into my next day off!
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 07-17-2020, 10:44 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 416
Posted By JJ1965
Koehler Generator Not Starting

I am having some issues with my generator not starting. I have 12 volts to the solenoid. I checked the pigtail where it plugs into the start switch and I have 12 volts on one wire. I can jump the...
Forum: Airstream Motorhome Forums 07-08-2020, 10:59 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 22,722
Posted By JJ1965
Countertops arrived while we were at the lake. ...

Countertops arrived while we were at the lake. Started installing yesterday should be finished up tonight if I don’t need any more plumbing parts.
I’m thinking an Aluminium backsplash behind the...
Forum: Airstream Motorhome Forums 07-03-2020, 08:48 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 22,722
Posted By JJ1965
Back on the road

I was hoping to update this thread with out new countertops but Lowe’s had other plans. Anyway here is our lates outing for the holiday weekend and hopefully I’ll ha e some new upgrades soon!...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 06-17-2020, 03:12 AM
Replies: 1,728
Views: 493,276
Posted By JJ1965
That sink looks amazing! We just ordered...

That sink looks amazing! We just ordered countertops for our 345 and have been looking at sinks. All the options have my head spinning.
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 04-19-2020, 07:16 AM
Replies: 394
Views: 59,109
Posted By JJ1965
I repaired my black tank with fiberglass a year...

I repaired my black tank with fiberglass a year ago and its still leak free. I put three layers of cloth down over the crack if I remember correctly. I cut the cloth about four of five inches wide...
Forum: Airstream Motorhome Forums 04-02-2020, 06:35 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,404
Posted By JJ1965
I had this same issue on a Chevy truck but the...

I had this same issue on a Chevy truck but the corrosion was on the battery cable where it bolted to the starter. It was a cheap cable and it corroded inside the crimped on end. I replaced the end...
Forum: Our Community 02-04-2020, 06:55 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,384
Posted By JJ1965
Pandian Ridge is really nice but expensive. ...

Pandian Ridge is really nice but expensive.
Gulf State Park is nice as well.
Both of these are close to the beach and everything in Gulf Shores.
Bay Breeze is nice if you want something smaller...
Forum: Airstream Motorhome Forums 09-25-2019, 11:29 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 22,722
Posted By JJ1965
On the road again! This time Galveston Island....

On the road again! This time Galveston Island. Old machine was trouble free. Drove through a wall of water for three hours coming down and she didn’t miss a beat.
Borrowed this voltage stabilizer...
Forum: Airstream Motorhome Forums 09-10-2019, 01:23 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 22,722
Posted By JJ1965
I’ve also continued replacement of my exterior...

I’ve also continued replacement of my exterior lighting with LED bulbs. All is done inside and out except the turn signals and headlights. What have you guys used for headlights. I’ve seen Bob’s...
Forum: Airstream Motorhome Forums 09-10-2019, 01:19 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 22,722
Posted By JJ1965
Another little project this past week. My...

Another little project this past week. My battery tray was starting to get in bad condition. I decided to do some repairs before it became a bigger project. It’s hard to see but I had some good...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 09-10-2019, 01:07 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 8,621
Posted By JJ1965
I went with a wireless system. Picked it up off...

I went with a wireless system. Picked it up off Amazon, LeeKooLuu is the brand. It works well my only complaint is the video is a little choppy above 60 MPH. Display and camera only set me back...
Forum: Airstream Motorhome Forums 08-16-2019, 04:41 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 22,722
Posted By JJ1965
One last thing. RV parks in Oklahoma have voltage...

One last thing. RV parks in Oklahoma have voltage issues when it’s hot! 106 most afternoons. Makes me afraid to leave the dogs alone when it’s hot due to tripped breakers.
Forum: Airstream Motorhome Forums 08-16-2019, 04:40 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 22,722
Posted By JJ1965
In OKC for training this week. Decided hotels...

In OKC for training this week. Decided hotels suck so I took the 345. My wife works from home so came along as well. Week of camping on my company card. First and probably the last time I get to do...
Forum: On The Road... 08-13-2019, 05:02 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 699
Posted By JJ1965
1957 Fleetwood and Airstream combo

I thought this was a cool setup. He’s camped a few sites down from us. . The car is a 1957 fleetwood. He wanted a 57 Airstream to match his car but the cost for restoration led him to buy new. Still...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 08-07-2019, 02:59 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,355
Posted By JJ1965
I run Hancooks on ours. It’s a good tire we...

I run Hancooks on ours. It’s a good tire we haven’t even had a flat in three years we’ve had them. Of course ours are 19.5s Probably somewhat different. Something the previous owner did to ours was a...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 08-02-2019, 02:22 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,355
Posted By JJ1965
We had a blowout on the driver front in our...

We had a blowout on the driver front in our previous RV. Its scary to say the least. Glad everything turned out OK! After having this incident I talked to our local tire dealers and they advised...
Forum: Airstream Motorhome Forums 07-22-2019, 02:53 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 22,722
Posted By JJ1965
Thanks Bob. Did our first test drive in triple...

Thanks Bob. Did our first test drive in triple digits. Fan clutch cycled a couple of times but much less than in the past. I think the dash AC problems have been worked out it seemed to cool fine....
Forum: Airstream Motorhome Forums 07-19-2019, 02:21 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 22,722
Posted By JJ1965
Some pics of the AC condenser and electric fans...

Some pics of the AC condenser and electric fans upgrade. You can see the tranny cooler sandwhiched between the condenser and radiator. External oil cooler is mounted just behind the grill. Temp...
Forum: Airstream Motorhome Forums 07-18-2019, 07:42 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 22,722
Posted By JJ1965
Thanks Bob. I did the ball valve on the heater...

Thanks Bob. I did the ball valve on the heater core when I upgraded. Maybe moving the oil cooler and trans cooler would help. I plan a test drive this weekend to see how well it cools going down the...
Forum: Airstream Motorhome Forums 07-18-2019, 04:30 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 22,722
Posted By JJ1965
So I got my generator working today. I swapped...

So I got my generator working today. I swapped fuel hoses and was able to siphon fuel and get my pump primed. Thing is I would have sworn I ran the proper hose to the gen set. On my 345 the small...
Forum: Airstream Motorhome Forums 07-17-2019, 11:16 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 22,722
Posted By JJ1965
Another question about the dash AC and heat. Do...

Another question about the dash AC and heat. Do any of you notice that less air comes out of the center vents? My passenger vents and vent left of the steering wheel blow lots of air but the center...
Forum: Airstream Motorhome Forums 07-17-2019, 10:39 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 22,722
Posted By JJ1965
I’m using r134a. I updated the condenser and...

I’m using r134a. I updated the condenser and expansion valve to a 134a design. Put on a new Sanden compressor as well. Dryer and hoses were replaced to. I did all the work last winter. When I...
Forum: Airstream Motorhome Forums 07-16-2019, 11:03 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 22,722
Posted By JJ1965
On our trip last fall I experienced near brake...

On our trip last fall I experienced near brake failure when my hydra boost started to fail. That is an experience that I’m glad happened near home! I decided to pull the radiator for access and...
Forum: Airstream Motorhome Forums 07-16-2019, 10:56 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 22,722
Posted By JJ1965
While I wasn’t updating this thread I did spend...

While I wasn’t updating this thread I did spend considerable time updating some mechanical systems. I mentioned earlier that I replaced all the rubber fuel lines. They were original going to the...
Forum: Airstream Motorhome Forums 07-16-2019, 10:49 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 22,722
Posted By JJ1965
I’m kind of bummed about it but the original...

I’m kind of bummed about it but the original microwave died on our last outing. I tried replacing the fuse but it will only work on convection. Since we were needing one for the remainder of our...
Forum: Airstream Motorhome Forums 07-16-2019, 10:18 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 22,722
Posted By JJ1965
Fuel pump for the gen set arrived. It pumps good...

Fuel pump for the gen set arrived. It pumps good but I’m still having trouble getting fuel from the tank? I replaced all my rubber lines last winter. Im hoping I just got something kinked or...
Forum: Airstream Motorhome Forums 07-15-2019, 03:45 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 22,722
Posted By JJ1965
This is the one step I used. I applied it with a ...

This is the one step I used. I applied it with a natural bristle brush.
Forum: Airstream Motorhome Forums 07-15-2019, 01:05 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 22,722
Posted By JJ1965
We used a one step stain and urethane for the...

We used a one step stain and urethane for the cabinets. I sanded all of them down with 220 grit sand paper. If they are really smooth 400 may work better. The single step takes some getting used to....
Forum: Airstream Motorhome Forums 06-22-2019, 03:44 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 22,722
Posted By JJ1965
This is a backup camera that I ordered from...

This is a backup camera that I ordered from Amazon. Relatively cheap compared to something like a Voyager brand and had great reviews. It’s worked fine since install about six months ago. Wireless...
Forum: Airstream Motorhome Forums 06-21-2019, 07:20 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 22,722
Posted By JJ1965
Thank you! That forum looks interesting.

Thank you! That forum looks interesting.
Forum: Airstream Motorhome Forums 06-20-2019, 10:39 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 22,722
Posted By JJ1965
Does anyone know where I can get parts for my...

Does anyone know where I can get parts for my generator? Fuel pump has quit and I’m struggling finding replacement parts. I can add a different pump but would prefer to stay original if possible....
Forum: Airstream Motorhome Forums 06-20-2019, 10:23 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 22,722
Posted By JJ1965
Some more pics. These were the closest I could...

Some more pics. These were the closest I could get to a fit like the originals. Alante is the style if I remember correctly.
Forum: Airstream Motorhome Forums 06-20-2019, 06:05 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 22,722
Posted By JJ1965
That is correct. Ours cost over 2000 total for...

That is correct. Ours cost over 2000 total for all three but we upgraded the foam and springs and added seat heat.
Forum: Airstream Motorhome Forums 06-19-2019, 02:32 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 22,722
Posted By JJ1965
It’s been a long while since I updated this...

It’s been a long while since I updated this thread. The repairs and upgrades haven’t stopped though! We still haven’t decided on countertops! We did however install new captains seats and barrel...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 06-15-2019, 09:05 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,911
Posted By JJ1965
My boat has type III from the factory. They have...

My boat has type III from the factory. They have worked well and still function at twenty years old.
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 06-09-2019, 06:57 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,911
Posted By JJ1965
I received a new unit from Sure Power on...

I received a new unit from Sure Power on Wednesday. I was able to use the factory location for mounting just had to drill a couple of extra holes. I still need to do some cleaning up of the wiring...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 05-31-2019, 07:51 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,911
Posted By JJ1965
Thanks for the pics. The wiring is scary to be...

Thanks for the pics. The wiring is scary to be honest. I guess it’s been fine for all these years but I still update it as I go. That is big! I like the idea of updating the alternator wire. The...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 05-30-2019, 08:58 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,911
Posted By JJ1965
Thanks for the reply Bob. I agree the wiring...

Thanks for the reply Bob. I agree the wiring needs cleaned up! The relays adjacent are really corroded and need replaced as well. I found a Sure Power unit that is compatible with my alternator and...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 05-28-2019, 05:37 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,911
Posted By JJ1965
Battery Isolator Replacement

I wanted to ask the experts on here some advice. I replaced the alternator on my 1986 Airstream345 with a higher output cs style GM alternator. Approx 127 amps at cruise and a max of 160 amps. The...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 03-25-2019, 11:57 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,461
Posted By JJ1965
I used a product similar to Dynamat on my dog...

I used a product similar to Dynamat on my dog house and everywhere I could reach on the firewall. Its expensive but worth the cost. The sound deadening is amazing, I can hear the engine run but its...
Forum: Mechanics Corner - Engines, Transmission & More... 01-02-2019, 11:10 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,413
Posted By JJ1965
You should be fine especially with the external...

You should be fine especially with the external coolers. I moved my oil cooler external but I left the trans cooler on the radiator. I may remove the clutch fan eventually depending on how things...
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