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Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-05-2021, 12:43 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,786
Posted By cbt0011
Gladiator's tow rating is 7650 with right package

The 4K tow rating is without the tow package. With the proper setup that number gets bumped up to 7650 lbs on the Gas V6, and an oddly lower 6500 lbs on the EcoDiesel (Due to the iconic Jeep Grill...
Forum: Rock Guards, Segment & Window Protectors 03-05-2021, 09:24 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,175
Posted By cbt0011
Early 60's Rockguard

Hi All,


This is the 'rockguard' that was on my 64 Safari, I'm wondering if someone could share with me a post or a picture of what the original looks like? This one seems to have been a DIY...
Forum: Leaks - Weatherstrips, Gaskets, Caulks & Sealants 03-01-2021, 09:25 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 606
Posted By cbt0011
Sealants Simplified

Hi All,


As I restore the 64 Safari, I'm trying to keep the sealants simple. Ive read about many different products, and I've come away with this simplfied plan of attack. Let me know if my plan...
Forum: General Repair Forum 03-01-2021, 07:49 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,158
Posted By cbt0011
Aluminum Machine Screws vs Stainless

Can anyone point me to a thread discussing aluminum vs stainless machine screws? I'm needing to reattached the frame on my plexi window/rockguard and it used what look to be steel or galvanized... My...
Forum: Leaks - Weatherstrips, Gaskets, Caulks & Sealants 03-01-2021, 06:28 PM
Replies: 322
Views: 216,475
Posted By cbt0011
K.i.s.s.

Just got done reading this helpful post, a lot of information.. In summation, if I'm trying to avoid buying 10 different products and trying to Keep It Stupidly Simple for my limited budget and...
Forum: Leaks - Weatherstrips, Gaskets, Caulks & Sealants 02-10-2021, 08:56 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,338
Posted By cbt0011
Thanks Shari! Do you recommend using this tape...

Thanks Shari! Do you recommend using this tape when I rivet panels back on?
Forum: Leaks - Weatherstrips, Gaskets, Caulks & Sealants 02-10-2021, 07:33 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,338
Posted By cbt0011
What is this stuff?

Taking off a panel or two as I do body work on my 64' Safari, I'm finding that the unit pretty dry and rot free, they used two different products to seal the airstream, a black and a grey. The grey...
Forum: General Repair Forum 01-09-2021, 11:29 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,010
Posted By cbt0011
PPE during AS Renovation

Hi All,

I'm wondering if Airstream ever used products with harmful chemicals such as asbestos or lead paint? and if I should be wearing a respirator during any of these processes. Thanks in...
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 12-15-2020, 02:02 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,018
Posted By cbt0011
How did you strip it? Any product recommendations?

How did you strip it? Any product recommendations?
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 12-15-2020, 01:14 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,018
Posted By cbt0011
Are 60's era exterior panels the same thickness as interior vinyl-covered panels?

Are 60's era exterior panels the same thickness as interior vinyl-covered panels?

I've got a 1964 Safari and I was about to purchase some aluminum to repair some spots on the exterior, but I have...
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 12-15-2020, 01:03 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,591
Posted By cbt0011
Update

Updated shot, got a lot of the rivets bucked. Still babying the skin, been using a hammer and dolly on little stubborn areas, working outside in. It seems to do the trick.
Forum: Leaks - Weatherstrips, Gaskets, Caulks & Sealants 12-04-2020, 01:02 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,231
Posted By cbt0011
Hi Bob, What negatives do you see with...

Hi Bob,


What negatives do you see with this idea? I'm a novice in the Airstream restoration world and would appreciate hearing your specific concerns?


thanks,


-C
Forum: Leaks - Weatherstrips, Gaskets, Caulks & Sealants 12-04-2020, 11:15 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,231
Posted By cbt0011
jaybauman, My initial rough estimate for...

jaybauman,


My initial rough estimate for my 1964 Airstream surface area would be an additional 300-350 pounds of weight.



I'd also need to check on Line-X gassing off in the cabin, (see...
Forum: Leaks - Weatherstrips, Gaskets, Caulks & Sealants 12-04-2020, 10:28 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,231
Posted By cbt0011
Line-X on Interior side of exterior panels?

I've seen threads on using line-x coating as a rock guard protectant on front panels, but I'm wondering about spraying linex on the interior surfaces of a gutted Airstream(the interior faces of the...
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 12-04-2020, 10:16 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,591
Posted By cbt0011
Disco Stu, I used an english wheel from...

Disco Stu,


I used an english wheel from Harbor Freight. The key is to start just grazing any bumps and then tighten gradually till your smoothing out entirely.



Here's a link to the tool:...
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 12-02-2020, 10:58 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,591
Posted By cbt0011
Making progress on this once crushed tin can...

Hi All,

Just a thank you shout out to the good information on here. Attached are before and after pics of my panels. I'm still babying them, but she's staring to show her old self.
Forum: Leaks - Weatherstrips, Gaskets, Caulks & Sealants 12-02-2020, 10:51 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 236
Posted By cbt0011
thick black rubber between roof and dome panels

Ive found this 1/4" thick gasket (for lack of a better term) in between the dome panels and roof panel. Is there some sort of gasket tape I could lay down when reassembling the panels. That's what it...
Forum: General Repair Forum 09-27-2020, 12:16 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 263
Posted By cbt0011
Wish me luck! Are there CAD drawings of the early 60's Airstreams

https://drive.google.com/file/d/19QgosDxK_5GsHZR2AYvXFr4YgXa9JNHN/view?usp=sharingJust purchased a 1964 Safari, The trailer frame is in pretty good shape, but a whole ton of work needs done on the...
Forum: Airstream Registry Discussions 09-27-2020, 12:01 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 4,582
Posted By cbt0011
Taylor's Airstream :: 1964 Airstream Safari

Taylor's Airstream :: 1964 Airstream Safari (2020-09-27 18:01:14)
Forum: Airstream Classifieds 06-28-2020, 12:35 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 512
Posted By cbt0011
Looking to spend 10K on a 20 to 26 foot Airstream that is camp ready

I'm not too picky about layout, just size, looking for a medium sized Airstream that I can go camping in immediately. Thanks in advance! Willing to drive up to 14 hours.





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