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Forum: 1966 - 1968 Safari 04-16-2024, 03:26 PM
Replies: 240
Views: 53,165
Posted By Peter417
I think we are going to miss the urban rallies...

I think we are going to miss the urban rallies but we will be are international. We are going to hit the white river rally and the hot springs rally prior to that.

We are also going to do this...
Forum: 1966-68 Caravel 04-15-2024, 08:18 AM
Replies: 226
Views: 35,520
Posted By Peter417
Hey Jerry, I hope everything is going good...

Hey Jerry,

I hope everything is going good up your way.

We have a couple events on the books If you guys are available you should head down.
...
Forum: 1966 - 1968 Safari 04-15-2024, 07:58 AM
Replies: 240
Views: 53,165
Posted By Peter417
We missed you guys at the AR eclipse rally....

We missed you guys at the AR eclipse rally. Hopefully we will see you on the road soon.

https://www.airforums.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=442723&stc=1&d=1713189451
Forum: WBCCI Forum 04-15-2024, 07:53 AM
Replies: 1,319
Views: 308,770
Posted By Peter417
Can anyone help with some info on #23? ...

Can anyone help with some info on #23?

https://www.airforums.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=442722&stc=1&d=1713189147
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 09-13-2023, 01:54 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 7,222
Posted By Peter417
I am mostly replying just to follow along. ...

I am mostly replying just to follow along.

Have you considered using new interior aluminum? I think it can be found with a glossy white finish or bare like the factory uses.
Forum: 1966 - 1968 Safari 09-07-2023, 06:20 PM
Replies: 240
Views: 53,165
Posted By Peter417
That sounds like a fun trip.

That sounds like a fun trip.
Forum: 1970 -1973 Ambassador 08-25-2023, 12:00 PM
Replies: 177
Views: 34,758
Posted By Peter417
Any update? Nice work on the control center.

Any update? Nice work on the control center.
Forum: 1970 - 1978 Globetrotter 08-21-2023, 02:02 PM
Replies: 1,027
Views: 374,338
Posted By Peter417
Hey Aerowood, I have been meaning to read through...

Hey Aerowood, I have been meaning to read through this one for a long while. I finally got it done. Very beautiful work. You are a metal artist. I hope that I get to run into you and your trailer out...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 08-18-2023, 09:16 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,041
Posted By Peter417
I would match the original unless you want to...

I would match the original unless you want to modify all your furniture.
Forum: 1970 -1973 Ambassador 08-13-2023, 07:57 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 25,366
Posted By Peter417
What happened to this project?

What happened to this project?
Forum: On The Road... 08-13-2023, 02:20 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 7,604
Posted By Peter417
I lied. That is a 16footer. This is a 15' 51...

I lied. That is a 16footer.
This is a 15' 51 Cruisette
https://vintageairstream.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/51Cruisettei.jpg
Forum: On The Road... 08-13-2023, 01:13 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 7,604
Posted By Peter417
https://www.arkansasstateparks.com/parks/mount-neb...

https://www.arkansasstateparks.com/parks/mount-nebo-state-park
Limited to 24ft

And Here is a 15ft Airstream Bubble...
Forum: 1966-68 Caravel 08-12-2023, 01:53 PM
Replies: 244
Views: 31,787
Posted By Peter417
I have registered for the international next...

I have registered for the international next year. Hopefully I get to meet you there. I hope to make it to the CO view vintage rally as well. It may not be next year.
Forum: 1966-68 Caravel 08-09-2023, 10:49 AM
Replies: 244
Views: 31,787
Posted By Peter417
Work has been pretty brutal this year. I have not...

Work has been pretty brutal this year. I have not spent much time here but we have been traveling locally. We added a new 2008 tow vehicle to the mix and I was busy getting it all ready to tow. We...
Forum: 1950-1955 Flying Cloud 07-25-2023, 03:55 PM
Replies: 623
Views: 164,474
Posted By Peter417
I have found a great product for wood slides. I...

I have found a great product for wood slides. I have used this on my old dresser. I used to have to use to hands to open and close it, pulling both handles on each side. With this tape on all the rub...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 07-08-2023, 05:50 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 9,628
Posted By Peter417
It uses so much energy to tow these at highway...

It uses so much energy to tow these at highway speeds. Your going to get around 11 no matter what gas vehicle you have.



More displacement will make comfort in the cab go up with Less shifting...
Forum: 1956 - 1965 Caravel 06-22-2023, 09:15 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 619
Posted By Peter417
The size looks a bit smaller than my single door...

The size looks a bit smaller than my single door on the 66. If you have any use for those measurements, I am happy to put the caliper on the frame to get it for you.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 06-11-2023, 09:07 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,837
Posted By Peter417
I would like to see some real word #s with...

I would like to see some real word #s with maintenance and purchase price factored in.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 06-11-2023, 06:25 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,927
Posted By Peter417
I want to know what the engine issue was. I towed...

I want to know what the engine issue was. I towed over the pass with a 98 4runner with the 3.4. The 4.7 in a 4runner is a rocketship. Tell us more about the maintenance history. The 4.7 is a great...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 05-31-2023, 11:53 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 12,133
Posted By Peter417
Let's compare the most unreliable car company to...

Let's compare the most unreliable car company to the most reliable car company. How many 15 year old dodges did you see today? How many 15 year old toyotas? Airstream is buy it for life. Your vehicle...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 05-25-2023, 05:42 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 9,199
Posted By Peter417
When the shiny new wears off, where will things...

When the shiny new wears off, where will things be? Does anyone care about longevity? Is ford known for producing econ vehicles that last a long time?
Forum: General Repair Forum 05-21-2023, 11:14 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,150
Posted By Peter417
Very nice work.

Very nice work.
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 02-21-2023, 07:39 AM
Replies: 469
Views: 261,798
Posted By Peter417
That looks great. What

That looks great. What
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 01-20-2023, 06:01 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 18,928
Posted By Peter417
I think you talking about the hydrolic...

I think you talking about the hydrolic suspension? AHC? I'm jus shooting from the hip but the shock can be had for $200-250 each for parts.
Forum: 1966-68 Caravel 12-06-2022, 05:37 AM
Replies: 226
Views: 35,520
Posted By Peter417
The ar club is going to be in Eureka Springs in...

The ar club is going to be in Eureka Springs in May. Any chance you can make it?
Forum: Tow Vehicles 11-11-2022, 03:18 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 7,899
Posted By Peter417
Is there something wrong with a 10 year old car?...

Is there something wrong with a 10 year old car? It seems models that were reliable 10 years ago would be the most likely models to be reliable now.

Here is another list. Maybe the models you...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 11-10-2022, 05:53 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 7,899
Posted By Peter417
How long do you plan to keep this vehicle? I...

How long do you plan to keep this vehicle? I suspect some of these light duty recommendations are not going to hold up very long. I would focus on tried and true long term reliability and not on...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 11-10-2022, 07:57 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 30,223
Posted By Peter417
At what point with your setup did you start...

At what point with your setup did you start wanting gears? Are you familiar with anyone running a 33x12.5 on these trucks? It looks like your fat 35s tuck very nicely.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 11-07-2022, 10:27 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 30,223
Posted By Peter417
I am indeed interested in the details. I...

I am indeed interested in the details. I appreciate to compliment on the first gen. The 275/70/17s work well on the truck with the stock gears while pulling the small AS.

I am specifically...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 11-04-2022, 10:54 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 30,223
Posted By Peter417
I am just about to join the club with an 1-owner...

I am just about to join the club with an 1-owner 08. I put some money down on one, though the deal may still fall through.

Could you discuss where you think the sweet spot is for offroad...
Forum: 1966 - 1968 Safari 07-25-2022, 11:07 AM
Replies: 240
Views: 53,165
Posted By Peter417
I am glad you got it worked out. Hot water sure...

I am glad you got it worked out. Hot water sure in nice.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 07-01-2022, 12:36 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,834
Posted By Peter417
Does anyone one else want to chime in?

Does anyone one else want to chime in?
Forum: Tow Vehicles 06-29-2022, 02:09 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 19,042
Posted By Peter417
I bet a good welder could beef up one of those...

I bet a good welder could beef up one of those 5k# hitches if someone could not git the factory hitch.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 06-16-2022, 09:40 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 19,042
Posted By Peter417
That is a good looking GX.

That is a good looking GX.
Forum: 1966-68 Caravel 06-09-2022, 08:25 PM
Replies: 244
Views: 31,787
Posted By Peter417
I really want to make it out to one of your...

I really want to make it out to one of your vintage events. Maybe we can make it work next year.
Forum: 1966-68 Caravel 06-09-2022, 08:24 PM
Replies: 244
Views: 31,787
Posted By Peter417
Yes indeed. We are headed out again this weekend...

Yes indeed. We are headed out again this weekend to meet up for the AR club float.
Forum: 1966 - 1968 Safari 06-08-2022, 08:26 AM
Replies: 240
Views: 53,165
Posted By Peter417
Hey Jim. I am glad we finally were able to...

Hey Jim.

I am glad we finally were able to meet up. We enjoyed hanging out with you and your wife. Next time we should try to keep all the shiny trailers together.

How are you trying to power...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 05-26-2022, 09:31 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 6,398
Posted By Peter417
Oh and the third world countries where the mines...

Oh and the third world countries where the mines for the rare earth elements are. We will never know the true cost of these resource intense EVs. There is no money in learning that truth.




...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 05-26-2022, 08:44 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 948
Posted By Peter417
I really like this kind of stuff.

I really like this kind of stuff.
Forum: 1966 - 1968 Safari 05-26-2022, 07:32 AM
Replies: 240
Views: 53,165
Posted By Peter417
That looks like a pretty good spare solution to...

That looks like a pretty good spare solution to to me.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 05-24-2022, 08:53 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 19,042
Posted By Peter417
I ran into a GX pulling a 2020 caravel. The setup...

I ran into a GX pulling a 2020 caravel. The setup seemed to be working well.
Forum: 1966 - 1968 Safari 05-15-2022, 03:30 PM
Replies: 240
Views: 53,165
Posted By Peter417
Jim, are you going to the Petit Jean Rally?

Jim, are you going to the Petit Jean Rally?
Forum: Tow Vehicles 04-20-2022, 12:24 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,272
Posted By Peter417
When you get it come hang out in this thread: ...

When you get it come hang out in this thread:
https://www.airforums.com/forums/f463/tow-vehicle-and-off-roader-combination-192143.html
Forum: Tow Vehicles 04-13-2022, 03:04 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,063
Posted By Peter417
Oh man, that looks like a legendary first gen...

Oh man, that looks like a legendary first gen tundra. How many tow miles?
Forum: Tow Vehicles 04-11-2022, 02:23 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 30,223
Posted By Peter417
Looks like a nice setup. What is happening on the...

Looks like a nice setup. What is happening on the front corner of your trailer? Is that a rock guard?

What kind of radio are you running in there?
Forum: Tow Vehicles 04-10-2022, 07:52 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 30,223
Posted By Peter417
My truck is setup mostly to get us and our boats...

My truck is setup mostly to get us and our boats off the river slightly better than the average stock truck. This weekend I ran across a fun little event that allowed me to go get the truck dirty.
...
Forum: 1966-68 Caravel 04-10-2022, 07:25 PM
Replies: 244
Views: 31,787
Posted By Peter417
I finally feel like I made some progress this...

I finally feel like I made some progress this weekend. I spent the last week putting finish on. The year of manufacture plate is also on. I also added the carbon monoxide detector and started on the...
Forum: 1966-68 Caravel 04-07-2022, 08:43 PM
Replies: 244
Views: 31,787
Posted By Peter417
You can never have to many right? ...

You can never have to many right?



Glad to hear it. I think our little Caravels need to have a reunion soon.
Forum: Our Community 04-07-2022, 08:31 PM
Replies: 7,910
Views: 1,577,037
Posted By Peter417
Elon Musk Time Interview Surrounded by Airstreams.

Elon Musk Time Interview Surrounded by Airstreams.
Forum: 1966-68 Caravel 04-05-2022, 07:53 PM
Replies: 244
Views: 31,787
Posted By Peter417
I have kind of been stalling a bit on the...

I have kind of been stalling a bit on the caravel. I am back on it now. The design changed a bit from what I originally had planned. I was going to use the "wings" on the the tank surround for some...
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