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Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 09-06-2020, 11:44 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 12,963
Posted By georgezink
Ditto to Kissimmee Prairie Preserve State Park

We camped there for two nights late September 2019 - awesome (and dark).

Checked out the best time to catch the Milky Way at a reasonable hour (didn't want to get up at 3AM) on a new moon night. ...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 04-11-2019, 09:38 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 612
Posted By georgezink
Fabuloso!

You must be smiling every time you step into this happy Minuet AND you incorporated some nifty storage mods...Geo & Bonnie
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 01-27-2019, 11:47 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,343
Posted By georgezink
The plumbing fixture in the first photo is a...

The plumbing fixture in the first photo is a valve for your waste line. It is used instead of a vent stack thru the roof. It allows for the water to flow easily. It opens to allow air in as water...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 09-23-2018, 09:50 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 10,507
Posted By georgezink
We stripped all the paint off - real easy with...

We stripped all the paint off - real easy with Smart Strip. We sanded all the aluminum with 180 grit per the paint shop directions - not too difficult and didn't take long by hand with the sandpaper...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 09-22-2018, 04:12 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 10,507
Posted By georgezink
We found this out the hard way - and for the...

We found this out the hard way - and for the Argosy it was even more difficult due to the sanding swirls that had to be removed prior to polishing. Paint was the only way to go for us...Geo
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 09-21-2018, 10:20 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 10,507
Posted By georgezink
Find a paint shop that CAN do it and also WANTS...

Find a paint shop that CAN do it and also WANTS to do it. This can be very hard to do - it took us 3 years to find the one we went with. Use an excellent paint - we used Emron, there are others. ...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 09-19-2018, 08:32 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 10,507
Posted By georgezink
Thank you, we can't wait to get back into camping...

Thank you, we can't wait to get back into camping mode...Geo
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 09-19-2018, 01:59 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 10,507
Posted By georgezink
Final photos after paint...

Replacing everything that came off for the paint prep didn't take too long. However the "six metre" decals just came in last week and were applied over the weekend - small job, real slow to do for...
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 08-01-2018, 10:50 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,357
Posted By georgezink
Original countertop was a formica type product. ...

Original countertop was a formica type product. If you want to preserve it, I would not use a belt sander - it has the potential to chew right through the formica…

Instead use a safe stripper...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 07-23-2018, 08:09 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 10,507
Posted By georgezink
Right at 6k...

Right at 6k...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 07-22-2018, 01:06 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 10,507
Posted By georgezink
Whoops!

Hit submit before posting photos...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 07-22-2018, 01:00 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 10,507
Posted By georgezink
From Jack's on 7/20

"Trailer is complete".

Not really, there is a lot more for us to do - lights, bumper, badging, decals, etc

Plus, we'll be installing a Marinco plug in on the street side near the polarity...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 07-22-2018, 12:54 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 10,507
Posted By georgezink
From Jack's on 7/19

Painted in booth...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 07-22-2018, 12:46 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 10,507
Posted By georgezink
From Jack's on 7/17

Hello ! Great news ... We primed it on Saturday, sanded it yesterday and today , recovered all trim and windows! Ready for paint tomorrow.
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 07-22-2018, 11:34 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 10,507
Posted By georgezink
"I’m confused, you took it Jack’s to get painted...

"I’m confused, you took it Jack’s to get painted and now your thinking of polishing? "

We're not polishing now - we're painting. The polishing part started three years ago after a 10 grand paint...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 07-22-2018, 11:24 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 10,507
Posted By georgezink
End cap prep

First day at Jack's...

Prior to taking it in, we put in a new Fantastic Fan - the old one had developed the standard cracks and was leaking. We followed some tips here on the forums and hopefully...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 07-22-2018, 10:37 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 10,507
Posted By georgezink
Three years later...

We continued to finish stripping the Minuet when we could - camping now and then - looking pretty raunchy at times. Very difficult to work on the trailer here in Cape Coral as you can only have it...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 07-16-2015, 08:50 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 10,507
Posted By georgezink
Looks real good - can't wait to see the finished...

Looks real good - can't wait to see the finished product! Did you have any of the manufacturer applied sanding to deal with, and if so, how did you deal with it? Did you use a primer on the end...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 05-15-2015, 10:03 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,786
Posted By georgezink
https://www.floridastateparks.org/park/Gamble-Roge...

https://www.floridastateparks.org/park/Gamble-Rogers (a little south of your area of interest)

We love this place - be sure and check out the Funky Pelican in Flagler Beach for some great shimp...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 05-15-2015, 05:47 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 10,507
Posted By georgezink
I hope the photo's post this time...........

I hope the photo's post this time...........
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 05-15-2015, 05:31 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 10,507
Posted By georgezink
Making progress, but not finished...

Lots of wet sanding, starting with 220 grit, 320, 400, 600, 800, 1000 - then compounding with F9. More compounding to be done and then on with the polishing. But first, an intermission - camping to...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 04-22-2015, 08:26 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 10,507
Posted By georgezink
This is Groveland's "project"... ...

This is Groveland's "project"...

https://www.airforums.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=220632&d=1409704572
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 04-22-2015, 08:19 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 10,507
Posted By georgezink
Thank you for all the responses...

We've been doing a lot of searching of the forums to find how others might have solved this problem of factory applied sanding swirls on the Argosy. Many ideas, but no clear-cut "this is what worked...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 04-21-2015, 12:29 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 10,507
Posted By georgezink
Can this be polished?

After almost 9 years of ownership, we finally decided to do something about the exterior paint of our 6 metre Minuet - now 38 years old. Don't know yet just what the finished treatment will be, but...
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 06-13-2012, 07:43 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,585
Posted By georgezink
Just used the small sanding disk and took my...

Just used the small sanding disk and took my time. It's not perfect, but you'll never notice. Put a rivet some where other than the trailer and try one for practice, then decide.
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 06-12-2012, 08:43 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,585
Posted By georgezink
I'm not familiar with it, but looks like it might...

I'm not familiar with it, but looks like it might work. But, why spend the money for just a few rivets. I had a couple of dozen to shave and just used my dremel tool. Be careful and take your...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 08-15-2011, 10:25 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,281
Posted By georgezink
Will do. Thanks for all your help.........

Will do. Thanks for all your help.........
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 08-15-2011, 07:43 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,281
Posted By georgezink
The pictures are great and very helpful. I...

The pictures are great and very helpful. I called Jackson Center today and spoke to a tech, but he didn't have the info for the Minuet. Perhaps I got hold of someone that didn't know where to look....
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 08-15-2011, 02:40 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,281
Posted By georgezink
Help - AC installation on Minuet

I'm finally ready to install a Carrier low-profile on my '77 6 metre Minuet. Can anyone provide me with the location to cut the 14X14 hole in the roof. An outlet is already located in the ceiling,...
Forum: Member Introductions 02-05-2011, 12:19 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,560
Posted By georgezink
A nice find. Welcome aboard........

A nice find. Welcome aboard........
Forum: Rock Guards, Segment & Window Protectors 12-28-2010, 07:48 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 11,809
Posted By georgezink
We bought the rockguard for our Minuet on ebay...

We bought the rockguard for our Minuet on ebay from Airstream. It was lightly used and they described it perfectly - very satisfied - just looked like it had been out in the weather for a short...
Forum: Leaks - Weatherstrips, Gaskets, Caulks & Sealants 07-01-2010, 08:52 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,894
Posted By georgezink
I used the gaskets from Inland RV and they worked...

I used the gaskets from Inland RV and they worked fine without additional adhesive. Geo...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 07-01-2010, 08:49 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,386
Posted By georgezink
Did the dealer put on a Honda receiver? If so,...

Did the dealer put on a Honda receiver?
If so, it should have a label on it detailing the weight limits.
Are the limits 450# tongue weight and 3500# trailer weight?
If so, it is more than adequate...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 06-30-2010, 09:30 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,386
Posted By georgezink
I'm a bit confused. I have a 2005 Honda Pilot...

I'm a bit confused. I have a 2005 Honda Pilot towing a '77 Minuet. A Honda dealer install the tow package -- which included the receiver rated for 3500/4500 pounds tow weight and 450 pounds hitch...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 04-30-2010, 09:28 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 20,763
Posted By georgezink
You did a great job in a short amount of time. ...

You did a great job in a short amount of time. It's nice that you kept the original layout and the colors look great. Congratulations........
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 03-02-2010, 01:44 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,286
Posted By georgezink
I'm having difficulty locating a Carrier Low...

I'm having difficulty locating a Carrier Low profile 11,500 btu.
Any suggestions? Thanks, Geo...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 02-16-2010, 08:16 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,933
Posted By georgezink
The bath closet in the 6 metre is somewhat of a...

The bath closet in the 6 metre is somewhat of a problem for a storage unit. You have the curve of the dome and of the wall to deal with - plumbing and gray tank to the bottom left past the lower...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 02-16-2010, 06:37 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,478
Posted By georgezink
You're much faster than me. Congratulations

You're much faster than me. Congratulations
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 02-07-2010, 08:38 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,478
Posted By georgezink
Yes, I replaced our old 16k Suburban with a new...

Yes, I replaced our old 16k Suburban with a new 20k Suburban. At the time we were unable to get a 16k btu replacement. Not sure if they are still available -- probably so.

One problem I had...
Forum: Wheels, Hubs & Bearings 02-06-2010, 08:06 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,542
Posted By georgezink
Would this fit on the A-frame of a Minuet? The...

Would this fit on the A-frame of a Minuet? The Minuet is not as wide as the regular Argosy - does this mean the frame is different as well? Not worried about the ground clearance - 'cause we're...
Forum: Wheels, Hubs & Bearings 02-05-2010, 10:33 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,542
Posted By georgezink
Do you think this would work on a Minuet, given...

Do you think this would work on a Minuet, given that it is not as wide as a regular Airstream? How much would it add to the tongue weight? Is that a concern?
Forum: Insurance & Claims 12-18-2009, 10:38 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 8,844
Posted By georgezink
It would be an unusual Homeowners policy that...

It would be an unusual Homeowners policy that would not cover your trailer in a campground for liability, while you are using the trailer as a temporary residence. The liability part of a Homeowners...
Forum: Winterizing, Storage, Carports & Covers 12-02-2009, 09:30 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,311
Posted By georgezink
I never winterized in Atlanta and didn't have the...

I never winterized in Atlanta and didn't have the trailer enclosed either. I just drained the water, left all the valves & faucets open and put a small electric heater in the trailer. No problems...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 12-02-2009, 08:34 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 23,787
Posted By georgezink
Yes, we did the work ourselves. By reconfiguring...

Yes, we did the work ourselves. By reconfiguring the floor plan, we seemed to have opened it up a bit, or at least it feels more open. We took out the goucho along the street side and built a...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 11-30-2009, 08:44 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 23,787
Posted By georgezink
Congratulations - Diego looks great! If you...

Congratulations - Diego looks great! If you still want the large bed in front - you can have it in the 6 metre! We fabricated a slide-out lounge that measures 64" X 82" when it is in sleeping mode....
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 10-04-2009, 09:52 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,265
Posted By georgezink
Leave a charger on it and check the water level...

Leave a charger on it and check the water level monthly, or pull it out and put the battery in the house. I wouldn't leave it in the trailer with out keeping it charged -- might freeze, I'm told. ...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 10-04-2009, 03:29 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,782
Posted By georgezink
I replaced my old univolt 'cause the buzzing was...

I replaced my old univolt 'cause the buzzing was so loud I couldn't sleep. The folks at Best Converter were a big help. It's an easy change out and they can help you get the right size for your...
Forum: Commercial Listings 09-30-2009, 09:16 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,273
Posted By georgezink
Welcome back -- looking forward to more solid...

Welcome back -- looking forward to more solid advice.
Forum: General Repair Forum 09-30-2009, 08:52 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 8,555
Posted By georgezink
My 20 footer is nothing like yours, but it had...

My 20 footer is nothing like yours, but it had casters which the PO had added. A new axle from Andy and slightly larger tires gave me plenty of additional height. I cut the casters off. Geo...
Forum: Member Introductions 09-30-2009, 08:25 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,502
Posted By georgezink
From the look of it, you got a great deal. Since...

From the look of it, you got a great deal. Since you are in Northern Vermont, I'd start with winterizing. You don't want ice in the pipes and I'd guess cold weather is coming soon for you. Second,...
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