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Forum: 1987 - 1989 Excella 08-12-2023, 08:28 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 779
Posted By raveson
Have a similar problem with the black tank....

Have a similar problem with the black tank. Quickest and least expensive solution is go to a good rv parts department where you can get a removable valve to put on the dump pipe. $30. or so and you...
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 01-21-2023, 07:34 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 628
Posted By raveson
propane sensor on tanks 89 Excella 25

Both tanks have some kind of sensor attached to the tank to send a signal to the display over the galley. The display has two toggle switches one for each tank.

I have asked service people if they...
Forum: Interior Restoration Forum 11-29-2022, 06:38 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,089
Posted By raveson
Smile fixed

Purchase 3M Dual Lock thick enough to go on the back of the mirror and attach to the frame of the cabinets. Only problem was the adhesive would not stick to the plastic. Used gorilla super glue and...
Forum: Interior Restoration Forum 11-28-2022, 10:28 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,089
Posted By raveson
new to us 89 excella 25

Need very special latches for my two mirrored medicine cabinets
both broke same day.
need help to find vintage part replacement
Thanks in advance
Forum: 1994 - 1996 Excella 12-05-2021, 08:23 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 375
Posted By raveson
new to us 89 excella 25

Going through the orig manual, there are two water inlets, one on each side plus the one for city water to use to auto fill and use when hooked up. My question is there is one on each side of the...
Forum: Airstream Classifieds 08-26-2021, 09:21 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 508
Posted By raveson
excella 25 parts

Am interested in two items:
Shower door
Stove

Please message me or call me at 561-702-5142 for cost purchase.
Thanks
Richard
Forum: 1987 - 1989 Excella 07-18-2021, 07:06 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 697
Posted By raveson
new to us 89 excella 25

This is our 3rd Airstream. Started long ago with a Land yacht 24, moved on to Motor homes 1) GMC 26, 345 Airstream and the big dream a 45' Prevost. Now have downsized to the 89 Excella 25 pulling...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 01-05-2019, 07:07 AM
Replies: 626
Views: 80,076
Posted By raveson
long time

Derek,
Been a long time since last contact. Sorry to hear you have been under the weather.
1st - call zipdee and ask for Jimmy. He has been so helpful with any problems for my awnings
2nd - Do...
Forum: General Motorhome Topics 05-17-2017, 06:02 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,634
Posted By raveson
fuzzy strip

Has been a long time since I have sold my airstream, but if you order the channel without question as you will see, replace the fuzzy strip when you have the slider removed. As said before, a pain in...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 11-12-2016, 04:22 AM
Replies: 626
Views: 80,076
Posted By raveson
Update

Have not heard from you in quite a while. You have embarked on quite a project!
Brave man!
We are moving closer to you, but not close enough to be of assistance. Will finally have room for Miss...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 07-03-2016, 06:10 AM
Replies: 626
Views: 80,076
Posted By raveson
Holly TBI

Derek,
It's been a long time since speaking with you. Hope all is well. Three weeks ago returned from a swing cross country. Hooked up with Richard (the person I sold the AS to) for a few days in...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 05-08-2015, 06:10 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 6,078
Posted By raveson
Can't find the files, check with "crazeevw". I...

Can't find the files, check with "crazeevw". I believe I gave him a copy of the stuff many moons ago. Good luck
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 05-08-2015, 05:53 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 6,078
Posted By raveson
Jenniflow, It's been a long time since...

Jenniflow,

It's been a long time since posting, but the power solutions I purchased from went out of business a long time ago. The system was easy to install. Have not had my 345 for a couple...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 01-28-2014, 06:47 AM
Replies: 626
Views: 80,076
Posted By raveson
Derek, When I redid all the seats including...

Derek,
When I redid all the seats including the sofa, took out the top and bottom cushion. Leaving the frame with the sides in place was only four bolts. Never tried to remove the sides as I did...
Forum: Airstream Classifieds 10-15-2013, 07:24 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 525
Posted By raveson
1989 Airstream 345 - Florida

Title: 1989 Airstream 345 - Florida
I just posted a new ad on Airstream Classifieds.

This coach is NOT a project! Road ready with many upgrades and refurbishes completed. Maintenance records...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 09-23-2013, 06:42 AM
Replies: 626
Views: 80,076
Posted By raveson
Derek, As to your flooring question. The best...

Derek,
As to your flooring question. The best floor I've installed in my airstreams (24' tradewind, 345 and GMC) was a glued down vinyl plank by Armstrong(?). It was so good after installing it in...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 07-21-2013, 07:18 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,336
Posted By raveson
If you are referring to the fans in the bath and...

If you are referring to the fans in the bath and shower, they can be had at any good RV supplier. They are not AS specific.
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 07-17-2013, 07:36 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,872
Posted By raveson
You can get both air units to operate on shore...

You can get both air units to operate on shore power. Check back into my threads, there is one that shows how to wire for a second 20 amp cord to the power pole. Running both is the only answer to...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 07-15-2013, 06:25 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,172
Posted By raveson
Install is not simple. All the old air pumps have...

Install is not simple. All the old air pumps have to come out and new sensors installed in the manifold and exhaust. Fuel return lines also must be added. The instructions were good from the...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 07-13-2013, 07:39 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,172
Posted By raveson
My old pump made a racket. Replaced the carb with...

My old pump made a racket. Replaced the carb with a TBI that came with a new pump pressuring at 18psi. All is quiet now. Changing over to fuel injection has not only increased performance, but also...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 07-06-2013, 07:42 AM
Replies: 626
Views: 80,076
Posted By raveson
Derek, When installing a new rear air 4 years...

Derek,
When installing a new rear air 4 years ago could not easily find a way to use the old pan so the unit would drain through the old tube. Took off all the old pan and reattached the new one so...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 07-03-2013, 08:23 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,608
Posted By raveson
Are you talking about the solenoids that...

Are you talking about the solenoids that disconnect your coach and or chassie systems? If so look up Intellitec on the web. The store and operate switch is inside the entrance door and the...
Forum: Awnings 06-23-2013, 09:27 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 8,645
Posted By raveson
Have the same lock. The Zipdee techs warned me...

Have the same lock. The Zipdee techs warned me not to lock the awning in the open position. They said if the lock breaks in the open position the awning will not close!
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 06-21-2013, 10:13 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 9,217
Posted By raveson
Alcoa center cap

Any one out there know where I can find a center cap for a rear 19.5" Alcoa 10 lug wheel? How it weaseled off the coach seeing its held on with a ring secured by all lugs?????? Alcoa does not have...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 06-19-2013, 09:33 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,144
Posted By raveson
There was an airstream dealer (I believe also a...

There was an airstream dealer (I believe also a Isuzu truck dealer) in Rivera Beach(West Palm) that if still there replaced panels on a friends 05 safari. I think they still did repair work after...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 05-21-2013, 10:01 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,257
Posted By raveson
Look up Intellitec in a search engine or go to...

Look up Intellitec in a search engine or go to pacificrvparts.com. If you have the disconnect buttons inside the door on the wall, you want the BATTERY DISCONNECT RELAY part number 01-00055-000. They...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 05-05-2013, 06:54 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,228
Posted By raveson
You are a brave soul. Good luck, hopefully all...

You are a brave soul. Good luck, hopefully all will be well. I'm leaving tomorrow from south FL going out to the west coast and back the northern root to the upper UP of Mich. Believe this will put...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 04-21-2013, 04:02 PM
Replies: 1,472
Views: 215,887
Posted By raveson
Last week - got a bunch of stuff in antisapation...

Last week - got a bunch of stuff in antisapation of getting on the road in 2 more weeks for three months. New air coil springs, rear air shock traverse pins and bushings, shocks for the Henschen tag...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 04-16-2013, 08:17 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,013
Posted By raveson
Andy, Do you have them in stock? Your part...

Andy,
Do you have them in stock? Your part number so I can order them assuming I can't find them locally today.
Thanks in advance!
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 04-16-2013, 07:03 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,214
Posted By raveson
Most auto parts have generac tanks. Inexpensive...

Most auto parts have generac tanks. Inexpensive and works great! You can drill holes for the sensors for the low level on the dash. The last GM tank I put in only got me 6 years and you have to drill...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 04-16-2013, 06:59 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,013
Posted By raveson
Henschen tag shock absorber

Does any one have a cross reference as to the replacement of the shocks. NAPA auto parts was stumped. Still searching.
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 04-16-2013, 06:56 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,165
Posted By raveson
The easiest way to stablize the door hinges is to...

The easiest way to stablize the door hinges is to retighten the bolts from the inside. It sound worse then it is to do. If you drill out the rivets holding the door frame and remove it, you then can...
Forum: Land Yacht/Legacy Motorhomes 04-09-2013, 07:08 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,874
Posted By raveson
Just did mine last weekend. The old ones were...

Just did mine last weekend. The old ones were leaking but in better shape then the pieces you got out. To cut the old ones out was a real pain, about an hour for each side. Installing was much the...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 04-07-2013, 03:38 PM
Replies: 626
Views: 80,076
Posted By raveson
Derek, If you want copies of my 1989 brochures...

Derek,
If you want copies of my 1989 brochures giv me a call or PM.
Richard
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 04-03-2013, 07:45 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 949
Posted By raveson
Brad, Looking at the bill, I believe it is a...

Brad,
Looking at the bill, I believe it is a diode. Replaced that board 3 years ago, think the trickle charger will be a better fix. As long as I'm plugged to shore power or on gen, both battery...
Forum: Member Introductions 04-03-2013, 07:36 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,550
Posted By raveson
Welcolm to land yachting! Did the same about 17...

Welcolm to land yachting! Did the same about 17 years ago. Have traveled most of the lower 48 and still going. A really nice thing to remember when packing, you don't have to take the dingy to get...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 04-02-2013, 10:39 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 965
Posted By raveson
tag pix

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182342182341Andy,
Sorry for my frustrations. I have done business with Inland for many years with great satifaction and service. Attached are the pixs you requested. Hopefully these help...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 04-02-2013, 08:25 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 949
Posted By raveson
Generator info

Had an ONAN dealer service my 6500 Emerald III gen yesterday. One of the problems is the gen will not charge the chassie batttery when running. Long story short, machanic first said the wireing was...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 04-02-2013, 08:04 AM
Replies: 1,472
Views: 215,887
Posted By raveson
Installed a new battery isolater this week. A...

Installed a new battery isolater this week. A number of problomatic systems have disappeared.
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 04-02-2013, 08:00 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 965
Posted By raveson
tag axel parts

Have had this strange clang/bang from under the coach for some time. Finally identified the source. There is some kind of control arm between the two airbags on the tag axle that had bushings pressed...
Forum: Argosy Motorhomes 03-17-2013, 07:50 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,124
Posted By raveson
Not sure on the rear suspension, but the window...

Not sure on the rear suspension, but the window seals can be replaced by you if you are some what handy. I believe your seals are the same as my 89 345. They are available from Inland RV. They will...
Forum: Our Community 03-07-2013, 07:04 AM
Replies: 8,050
Views: 1,965,061
Posted By raveson
Having been a 66 Tradewind owner before my 345...

Having been a 66 Tradewind owner before my 345 MH, the MH thread has been great fun with a lot of neet stuff show up. I'm sure there is as much with the TT community. Can't wait to see the results!
Forum: WBCCI Rallies & Events 02-12-2013, 02:03 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 9,195
Posted By raveson
This is our 2nd time to the FL State rally. We...

This is our 2nd time to the FL State rally. We are not WBCCI members. Depending on where they put us, hopefully with the closest unit to our zip code, and possibly will meet some really fun people...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 02-11-2013, 07:14 AM
Replies: 1,472
Views: 215,887
Posted By raveson
vaughan, Repaired my old one a number of years...

vaughan,
Repaired my old one a number of years ago. The extender would not retract the arms (monofiliment tends to break)and parts are nolonger available. Needing to replace, did not know if new...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 02-10-2013, 08:33 AM
Replies: 1,472
Views: 215,887
Posted By raveson
Installed a new 32" flat screen TV. The old one...

Installed a new 32" flat screen TV. The old one was smaller and analog. Now I have two that are digital. Now need to find a digital antena to fit into the orig mount on the roof. Any suggestions?...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 02-09-2013, 07:05 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,404
Posted By raveson
Think I might try the EFI along with my existing...

Think I might try the EFI along with my existing trans and gear vender overdrive at the point my carberated 454 bites the dust. The monies will be well worth it to continue traveling in our classic!
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 02-07-2013, 07:33 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,018
Posted By raveson
Welcome to the fourms. Info here is great. The...

Welcome to the fourms. Info here is great. The factory redid my exterior about 11 yrs ago. The PO had them strip and redo as orig. You might expect it need to be done again. Still looking for the...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 01-05-2013, 08:07 AM
Replies: 100
Views: 8,334
Posted By raveson
Would love to attend, but at present have plans...

Would love to attend, but at present have plans to be in New Mexico by the 15th
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 01-03-2013, 07:07 AM
Replies: 100
Views: 8,334
Posted By raveson
If you are so inclined to venture to Sarasota FL...

If you are so inclined to venture to Sarasota FL in mid Feb, the annual WWBC will be hosting the second largest meet in the US. Attended last year for the 1st time and had a good time. There were...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 01-01-2013, 07:07 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,119
Posted By raveson
Derek, I'm pretty sure that you can go to the...

Derek,
I'm pretty sure that you can go to the closest county dump where they weigh you in and out to charge for the trash dump. Check it out. Hopefully will see you in Sarasota next month.
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