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Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 10-06-2023, 12:26 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 276
Posted By 76argosy
Found it

Never mind.. another site reminded me of the inverter having the fuses there, quick fix. 👨🏻*🦳🇺🇸
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 10-06-2023, 11:18 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 276
Posted By 76argosy
Blown fuse 76 argosy

I accidentally touch the wires to the frame at the 12v for the old style plug in at the tv antenna. It blew the fuse at the plug, front overhead light, porch and scare light. Does anyone know where...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 10-03-2023, 08:09 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 355
Posted By 76argosy
New antenna cable

Hi, I need advice. Replaced old batwing antenna with new King. I left old two wire in place to pull the new g6 cable thru. No luck, the old two antenna wire will not move and the wires are so...
Forum: Audio, Video & TV 09-30-2023, 05:29 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,092
Posted By 76argosy
Tv antenna cable

Hi, is there a trick to this? I removed the old bat wing antenna, purchased a new model with the ?6 cable. I’d left the old two wire cable in place for this project earlier. My original plan was to...
Forum: The Rally Zone 06-23-2023, 07:58 PM
Replies: 426
Views: 153,216
Posted By 76argosy
Larry and Jackie will attend again. 👏🏻

Larry and Jackie will attend again. 👏🏻
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 06-13-2023, 08:07 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,736
Posted By 76argosy
I had trouble removing two layers of paint, last...

I had trouble removing two layers of paint, last one was so hard I was sanding away the rivets. I had ours media blasted, just a little cleaning and repair and was ready for paint
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 03-21-2023, 06:32 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,764
Posted By 76argosy
Generator

Agreed, H the best. I bought the Generac with 30amp plug (2400?), best price at time, runs quiet, runs ac on high good, one tank of gas is <4 hrs on full load. Good lluck
Forum: Airstream Classifieds 01-05-2023, 09:39 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 815
Posted By 76argosy
Interested

I’m interested in your cushions. I’m north of Greensboro and can pick up if list gets to me. Thanks 76 argosy
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 10-30-2022, 04:20 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 946
Posted By 76argosy
Alumina 2022

Perfect rally. Great friends, met new friends, such a great time! Thanks to Chris and Brenda for inviting us.😀🇺🇸👍🏻👏🏻
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 10-20-2022, 05:07 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 946
Posted By 76argosy
Tire pressure

I never did find an accurate suggested pressure. I wasn’t sure about the tire pressure listed back in the day and todays radial tires. I asked several too and each had different but similar ideas. ...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 10-12-2022, 06:35 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 946
Posted By 76argosy
1976 argosy 26’

What tire pressure do we run with radial tires?

Thanks for info
Forum: WBCCI Rallies & Events 06-24-2022, 10:41 AM
Replies: 526
Views: 106,116
Posted By 76argosy
Larry and Jackie plan to attend. 76 Argosy

Larry and Jackie plan to attend. 76 Argosy
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 06-01-2022, 06:46 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 573
Posted By 76argosy
Stripped brake drum lug hole.

Hi,

Mrdes8 has it correct, instead of lug bolts like an auto it has screw holes in the brake drum and you attach the wheel to the drum with 6 fine thread bolts, I think 15/16 bolt (13/16”) head...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 05-26-2022, 07:03 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 817
Posted By 76argosy
Argosy

I had an 76 argosy blasted, two layers of paint, one being a marine grade we think. Anyway I contacted a professional blaster and he came to our home to do the blasting. He has several types of...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 05-26-2022, 06:58 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 573
Posted By 76argosy
Argosy 10” wheel hub needed

I need a wheel hub for a 1976 argosy, one of the bolts/lug are stripped out. Where can I buy one?
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 05-26-2022, 06:54 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 981
Posted By 76argosy
We’ve redone a 76 argosy too. I have 3 from...

We’ve redone a 76 argosy too. I have 3 from under the gaucho but not sure they have wheels on the front?? We’ve put a couch there and might not use.
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 04-25-2022, 06:26 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 761
Posted By 76argosy
original tongue jack

Hi, replacing old tongue jack on 76 26' argosy. it works most of the time but seems to have a short or .... works when it wants to. Does anyone have a pic of an original tongue jack and mostly...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 04-24-2022, 06:31 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,745
Posted By 76argosy
nice, I'd love to have a short one. we've got...

nice, I'd love to have a short one. we've got the 26"
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 03-04-2022, 06:51 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,023
Posted By 76argosy
If you find extra I need the drivers side too. I...

If you find extra I need the drivers side too. I used a hammer and dollie trying to get back as close as possible but it needs a better one.
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 02-12-2022, 06:35 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,023
Posted By 76argosy
parts

I restored a 26' 1976 Argosy. I had great luck online with the sites such as Vintage Trailer plus "out of doors mart" in Greensboro NC.

Good Luck
76 argosy
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 10-03-2021, 07:25 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 308
Posted By 76argosy
Found problem

Thanks, found the issue and repaired.
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 10-03-2021, 07:15 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,612
Posted By 76argosy
Thanks

Yes, it’s the factory converter, inexperience on my part. The wire comes thru the back exterior wall with the converter wires. I checked 2 other argosy and none had the wire. Im gonna check for 12v...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 10-02-2021, 01:04 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,612
Posted By 76argosy
What is this wire?

What is this wire, back left corner of 76 argosy, white with black stripe. It goes into the wall with the other wires from the inverter. One end is not connected and this way when I purchases the...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 10-02-2021, 12:58 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 308
Posted By 76argosy
No rear lights on lip

Restored 76 Argo, took off rear lip to repair cracks last year. I’m 99% sure they was working due I left one bulb out. Now ready for road I have no rear lights on the lip. The clearance and the...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 09-26-2021, 07:32 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 352
Posted By 76argosy
76 argosy no rear tail lights, help

So close to finish. Rear lights previously worked, took off rear taillight lip to repair cracks, reinstalled, painted rv, restored rear bath. Last pm went to hook up trailer and no rear lights at all...
Forum: Upholstery, Blinds, Walls & Interior Finishes 09-22-2021, 09:35 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 628
Posted By 76argosy
Shower wallpaper

Where can I get white wall paper for the rear petition wall of the shower stall? I presume I need water proof or vinyl but don’t actually know. Please send ideas.
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 09-22-2021, 05:10 AM
Replies: 340
Views: 82,222
Posted By 76argosy
Love the led lights and craftsmanship.

Love the led lights and craftsmanship.
Forum: Our Community 08-29-2021, 06:31 AM
Replies: 8,050
Views: 1,967,611
Posted By 76argosy
Argosy restoration

2 mattresses, 2 lp flex lines, cable inlet, new led fixtures, tv or WiFi reception ideas
Forum: Audio, Video & TV 08-27-2021, 07:25 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 729
Posted By 76argosy
Antenna help

At last phase of restoration. I took off original tv antenna. I’ve seen where there are boosters or extenders or some type antenna to help with increasing the signal of WiFi provided rv parks. I...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 08-25-2021, 06:44 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,066
Posted By 76argosy
Worked good

One wire to hot and other grounded to ceiling. The new light does have brighter lights but not the look as the original. The prob with original was the plastic base was stress fractures, etc. ...
Forum: Belly Pans & Banana Wraps 08-25-2021, 06:38 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,556
Posted By 76argosy
Patch panel

I had similar problem. I cut out a section carefully not puncturing or damaging the ranks or wires. Once repaired I covered with new thin metal using self tapping screws.
Forum: General Appliance Topics 08-24-2021, 08:23 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,141
Posted By 76argosy
Remove

We removed oven, furnace and fridge. Bought microwave, and table top grill and new 120v fridge. Rv’rs said oven heats up unit so we replaced with micro. Furnace had the bad co2 deal and the fridge...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 08-24-2021, 07:46 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,066
Posted By 76argosy
Non polarity

Help. Online info states 2 wires with no polarity. If I plug one into hot wire and screw other to aluminum ceiling will that be sufficient for a ground? The original unit seemed to be that way, only...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 08-23-2021, 06:54 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,066
Posted By 76argosy
Ceiling light to led lamp?

I’m swapping my ceiling lights to LED lamps, the original fixture had only one wire attached. The new led fixture has two wires with no directions. The led lamps are the average lamps u see at rv...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 08-10-2021, 02:34 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,105
Posted By 76argosy
Enjoy

Floor rot is so usual. Mine was the same way, at rear bath and the front door. Plus as all restorations you might find more which is normal. If you in no hurry I’d scab over the holes and enjoy it...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 08-10-2021, 10:40 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 876
Posted By 76argosy
Other than usual maintenance I feel little...

Other than usual maintenance I feel little trouble, to me that why still so many 50 yr old units still in use.
Forum: On The Road... 06-13-2021, 07:12 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,606
Posted By 76argosy
Out doors mart

We live near and use out doors mart for parts. Great customer service and easily accessible. 👍🏻 I travel 30 miles to purchase there rather than online shopping.
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 06-12-2021, 09:07 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,245
Posted By 76argosy
76 argosy

I redid mine last week. I left the 3/4” (?) trunk line and replaced the 3/8” lines with new product. I had removed the furnace and stove and tried reusing the copper lines from them, mistake! The...
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 06-08-2021, 08:02 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 413
Posted By 76argosy
1963 Bambi end cap

I need the 3 center pieces for the front end cap of 63 Bambi. And/or will other models that year work on a Bambi? Any suggestions greatly appreciated
Forum: 1961 - 1963 Bambi 06-06-2021, 06:32 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 980
Posted By 76argosy
63 Bambi end caps

I agree with the labor cost for replacing or massaging out the caps. At least 3 strips of the end caps will need some kind of attention. We've tried previously pulling dents out but they are never...
Forum: 1961 - 1963 Bambi 06-05-2021, 08:01 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 980
Posted By 76argosy
Bambi

1963 Bambi update. It’s been sitting 15 yes, interior as expected, floor feels solid, fridge, warpter heater prob shot, biggest prob is it’s been damaged/dented above the front window, doesn’t leak...
Forum: 1961 - 1963 Bambi 06-05-2021, 03:57 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 980
Posted By 76argosy
61 or 62 bambi

I need quick answer. I ran across a Bambi today, going to view tonight, family member says in GC. What is a fair price, eastern USA
Forum: 1961 - 1963 Bambi 06-05-2021, 03:55 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,620
Posted By 76argosy
Hi, new to the Bambi. I ran across a 61 or 62...

Hi, new to the Bambi. I ran across a 61 or 62 Bambi today, going tonight to view. They say original? What is a good price for it? I know the family and feel they honest about being original with no...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 04-22-2021, 07:49 AM
Replies: 340
Views: 82,222
Posted By 76argosy
Life is good

Hey! My project is going well, got a little burnt out during the winter but back on it, basically cosmetics inside is unfinished, plus all the rookie stuff I find daily. Your son is talented too,...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 04-21-2021, 11:55 AM
Replies: 340
Views: 82,222
Posted By 76argosy
Hey

This Larry in NC, the previous owners dad. Been looking for u on here and today your page popped up. I felt it was you when you mentioned the 310 and changing the tires in NC. You face led to...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 03-06-2021, 06:40 AM
Replies: 104
Views: 26,694
Posted By 76argosy
I just wanted to say good job! You have a large...

I just wanted to say good job! You have a large project and looks like you’re thoroughly doing a good job!��. We are doing a 26’ and was scared to undertake the body removal. Great job, keep up the...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 01-24-2021, 05:48 AM
Replies: 100
Views: 85,998
Posted By 76argosy
Paint job

Hi! I like your paint job too. Answering your question about who painted ours. We painted It here at home on a warm windless day. It’s a urethane paint that does not require clear coat. Yes...
Forum: Floor Finishes 01-22-2021, 08:14 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 611
Posted By 76argosy
1976 argosy restoration

We are art phase to install flooring. Everything is gone except the plywood floor. What is the best material to use. We don’t care for carpet, something like laminate, vinyl, snap, glue or...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 01-22-2021, 08:09 AM
Replies: 100
Views: 85,998
Posted By 76argosy
76 argosy

1976 Argosy with 70 Ford truck
Forum: Airstream Classifieds 10-17-2020, 06:57 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 237
Posted By 76argosy
Value

No disrespect but I tried selling the same out of ours. The fridge didn’t work and the stove looked almost unused. I had no luck selling or even getting a reply. I eventually took to landfill. ...
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