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Forum: General Repair Forum 03-26-2004, 12:06 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,447
Posted By Stougard
I have a 74 Safari (23') and have also had...

I have a 74 Safari (23') and have also had problems with blown fuses and dead batteries. My problem was caused by a dry and cracked O ring around my old antenna shaft. Under heavy rains (I live in...
Forum: Parts Archive 09-04-2003, 11:34 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,654
Posted By Stougard
73 Owners Manual

Baha Bound,

I have a 73 Safari that came with the origianl owners manual. I believe it covers all models for that year. I could make you a copy if you want. I'm looking for a service manual for...
Forum: Winterizing, Storage, Carports & Covers 10-15-2002, 12:54 PM
Replies: 144
Views: 32,904
Posted By Stougard
Chuck, Did you ever figure out what the two...

Chuck,

Did you ever figure out what the two switches control just forward of your door? I know there is a light above the door and a light forward of the door but with another switch next to the...
Forum: Our Community 10-10-2002, 04:34 PM
Replies: 426
Views: 92,349
Posted By Stougard
I love it when Red recites the man's prayer: ...

I love it when Red recites the man's prayer:

I'm a man
But I can change
If I have to
I guess

Larry
Forum: Our Community 10-10-2002, 04:07 PM
Replies: 426
Views: 92,349
Posted By Stougard
Last week I was watching a rerun of the Red Green...

Last week I was watching a rerun of the Red Green Show on PBS and saw old Red trying to build an Airstream Trailer on his "Handyman's Corner" segment. He started out standing in front of a great...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 10-03-2002, 01:06 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,747
Posted By Stougard
Andy, Do you plan to get any A/C shrouds for...

Andy,

Do you plan to get any A/C shrouds for a 73? Mine has been broken up by low hanging branches. Also, is it normal to have a big square hole at the top center of the shroud or is there...
Forum: Our Community 10-02-2002, 04:39 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 7,622
Posted By Stougard
John, You have a good discussion going. Thanks...

John,
You have a good discussion going. Thanks for starting it. Your point as I understand it, is that because there are so many more older A/S on the road than new, then that must mean the new ones...
Forum: Our Community 09-19-2002, 12:51 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,952
Posted By Stougard
Joan, Welcome to the forum. It's great to...

Joan,

Welcome to the forum. It's great to find another Airstream owner in the NW. I live in Kent and have a 1973,23' Safari. I had to laugh when I saw the name for your trailer (Kalakkala II) I'm...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 08-13-2002, 01:39 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 16,114
Posted By Stougard
Scotti, I have a 1973 23ft. Safari and a 96...

Scotti,

I have a 1973 23ft. Safari and a 96 Astro Van. I would never let the two near each other. My Astro brakes get overworked with a full load of 8 people. It has a strong V6 but I would not...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 08-09-2002, 05:18 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,609
Posted By Stougard
Smily, If you look at the fuse panel in your...

Smily,

If you look at the fuse panel in your Univolt, you will notice a copper plate about 1X3 inches in size. Mine is a 73 Univolt so it might be alittle different. This plate is called a shunt....
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 08-07-2002, 04:30 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,343
Posted By Stougard
Craig, I just got an E-mail from Tim. His...

Craig,
I just got an E-mail from Tim. His converter had two 12V outputs so it was easy form him to get his working. He also suggested using a 120VAC to 12VDC wall transformer to power the power-on...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 08-07-2002, 01:55 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,343
Posted By Stougard
Craig, You ask a very good question about...

Craig,

You ask a very good question about the power on light. My 73 Safari is powered off a typical Univolt converter. It hummed so bad and caused so much noise on my radio that I decided to...
Forum: Windows & Screens 07-30-2002, 04:22 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,451
Posted By Stougard
Andy, The top "vista window" to the right of...

Andy,

The top "vista window" to the right of the door on my 73, 23ft. Safari has a gray rubber gasket around the glass that is broken and loose around the bottom. I am afraid that I will get water...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 07-10-2002, 01:34 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,903
Posted By Stougard
Chuck, You said you checked continuity from...

Chuck,

You said you checked continuity from the plug to the taillight and found it to be fine. But did you do what Jim was saying and check your continuity from the backup wire to ground? A short...
Forum: WBCCI Forum 07-03-2002, 03:35 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 10,350
Posted By Stougard
WBCCI and local Units

I have owned a vintage A/S for a couple years and have enjoyed reading and hearing from other owners on this forum. This relationship has encouaged me to finally join WBCCI and my local unit. There...
Forum: Our Community 07-03-2002, 12:59 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,469
Posted By Stougard
OPD controversy

Thought you all might not know that the new National Fire Protection Association guideline (code?) is creating some controversy out here in the Seattle area. It seems some 24 states have not adopted...
Forum: On The Road... 07-03-2002, 10:31 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,353
Posted By Stougard
Chuck, Look at that 12V recepticle box...

Chuck,

Look at that 12V recepticle box closely. To the right of the socket are three pin holes from an old style antenna plug. It is in a flat triangular shape. If you take a flashlight and shine...
Forum: On The Road... 07-03-2002, 09:50 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,353
Posted By Stougard
Chuck, I took a closer look at my TV antenna...

Chuck,

I took a closer look at my TV antenna connections last night. My memory was correct. My antenna cables run through the roof, across the ceiling and through a hole in the rear of the...
Forum: On The Road... 07-02-2002, 04:38 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,353
Posted By Stougard
Chuck, Have you seen the the photo archives...

Chuck,

Have you seen the the photo archives at Vintageairstream.com? They have pictures of a 73, 23' Safari. It close to the same condition as mine. It also appears to have the double bed like...
Forum: On The Road... 07-02-2002, 02:59 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,353
Posted By Stougard
Chuck, Yes that was me. My advise about the TV...

Chuck,
Yes that was me. My advise about the TV connection location was from memory. I'll recheck it tonight and get back to you. As far as the amp meter, I am making some assumptions as I don't have...
Forum: On The Road... 07-02-2002, 01:28 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,353
Posted By Stougard
Chuck, It's so good to hear you got your...

Chuck,

It's so good to hear you got your beauty home. I'm the guy who has the same year/model you have out here in Wash. state. My dad pulled my Safari for years with his 1979 Chevy shortbed 1/2...
Forum: Leaks - Weatherstrips, Gaskets, Caulks & Sealants 06-29-2002, 09:51 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,071
Posted By Stougard
Thanks guys for the input. The only place I found...

Thanks guys for the input. The only place I found out here that had it was at a small RV store in Auburn Wa. It was, however, the wrong type, color, and the price was high. I guess I'll order some...
Forum: Leaks - Weatherstrips, Gaskets, Caulks & Sealants 06-28-2002, 01:15 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,071
Posted By Stougard
Vulkem sealant

Can anyone tell me where I can purchase Vulkem sealant without mail ordering it? I know from reading on line what type to get but don't know where to purchase it locally (If thats possible). I live...
Forum: 1969 - 1973 Safari 06-13-2002, 11:27 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,049
Posted By Stougard
Chuck, My brother bought one of those white...

Chuck,

My brother bought one of those white canopies they sell at Costco. He made the big mistake of not staking the legs to the ground. A wind storm moved his canopy to another location...
Forum: 1969 - 1973 Safari 06-13-2002, 09:18 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,049
Posted By Stougard
Chuck, If you don't really have to, I...

Chuck,

If you don't really have to, I wouldn't take the "headliner" down either. Even though I had alot of water in my ceiling, I had no indication there was a leak until I started having...
Forum: 1969 - 1973 Safari 06-12-2002, 05:08 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,049
Posted By Stougard
Chuck, It was not that easy and I hope I can...

Chuck,

It was not that easy and I hope I can get it back up. I removed the two foot wide center panel by first removing the antenna knob, vent and light fixture, and anything else that would be...
Forum: 1969 - 1973 Safari 06-12-2002, 01:46 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,049
Posted By Stougard
Chuck, I also own a 73, 23ft Safari. I have...

Chuck,

I also own a 73, 23ft Safari. I have the same factory installed antenna which is breaking at the piviting points due to corrosion. Like Brett said, my antenna lead travels across the...
Forum: Insurance & Claims 06-06-2002, 12:03 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 41,983
Posted By Stougard
Vintage Trailer Insurance

I own a 1973, 23 foot Safari and being a novice with RVs, I don't know where to start looking for the right insurance for my Vintage Airstream. My insurance agent told to me that my trailer was...
Forum: Our Community 06-05-2002, 01:10 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,192
Posted By Stougard
Chuck, This trailer looks in great shape. I...

Chuck,

This trailer looks in great shape. I also have a 1973, 23 foot Safari. With a new refrig. and newer air conditioner and good tires, the price is about right. It doesn't hurt to offer less....
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