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Forum: Airstream Classifieds 05-20-2020, 11:19 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,252
Posted By tbrom
Rock guards??

Rock guards??
Forum: General Repair Forum 05-19-2020, 07:02 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 509
Posted By tbrom
And so it begins again

I rebuilt a 1965 Ambassador in from 2006-2009. My daughter apparently recollects that time more foundly than I do. She is now a young woman and a friend of ours was parting ways with their 1971...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 07-18-2007, 06:11 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,873
Posted By tbrom
Well I punted. I found a tank and a new toilet on...

Well I punted. I found a tank and a new toilet on line for 250$ so I bought them. The tank is a little smaller tand the original. I dont intend to camp were there are no hookups. The stool is an aqua...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 07-15-2007, 06:30 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,873
Posted By tbrom
Tom did you use any filler on the cracks? I know...

Tom did you use any filler on the cracks? I know you put a sheet over top.
Tim
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 07-14-2007, 02:25 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,873
Posted By tbrom
Keep me posted. I have been searching for abs...

Keep me posted. I have been searching for abs weld. The only thing I have found is PVC. I also noticed how you carefully worded your post unlike my post!:D
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 07-02-2007, 07:58 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,873
Posted By tbrom
Tom, Did you plug the vent holes,etc.,,, when...

Tom,
Did you plug the vent holes,etc.,,, when using the hair dryer to reform your tank? I keep having my elevator bolts pop off. My tank doesn't seem too brittle. It has only cracked around the...
Forum: Upholstery, Blinds, Walls & Interior Finishes 06-29-2007, 08:58 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,003
Posted By tbrom
I have two in my 65 ambassador. I took the vinal...

I have two in my 65 ambassador. I took the vinal off of the seats and stained the wood to match the interior. They are originaly from an old dinner that was torn down. I have not anchored them and...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 06-28-2007, 08:43 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,873
Posted By tbrom
Tom my crack is almost identical to yours. How...

Tom my crack is almost identical to yours. How long has your tank held up? My foam underneath is saturated. Any thing you tried with this issue?
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 06-26-2007, 05:13 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,873
Posted By tbrom
Blackwater tank repair

I have a 65 Ambassador that I have replaced the floor in. When I removed the holding tank I noticed some cracks around the toilet flang in the tank. The rest of the tank and the valve are in pretty...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 06-20-2007, 07:19 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,709
Posted By tbrom
Some before and after frame repair...

Some before and after frame repair shots.https://www.airforums.com/attachments/photobucket/img_404913_0_09de0ca0520e4d2c8cdd1f05f42ad8bd.jpg
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Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 06-20-2007, 02:11 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,709
Posted By tbrom
But please don't blame the trunk for all the...

But please don't blame the trunk for all the damage, every seam on endcap, all the gaskets on windows and utility hatch, tail lights, awning mounts, slow leaks on plumbing - they all contributed to...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 06-19-2007, 08:22 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,709
Posted By tbrom
Rebuilding 65 rear end to modify or not to modify?

I am in the process of rebuilding the rear end of my 65 Ambassador. I am replacing the last 4 feet of frame and the floor. I am wondering if anyone has decided to modify the lid to the bumper. To me...
Forum: WBCCI Forum 06-17-2007, 09:10 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,247
Posted By tbrom
Old sticker

We found this old Pennsylvania sticker while cleaning. It is pretty cool.
https://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b361/tbrom/2007-06-17-2257-30.jpg
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 06-13-2007, 09:54 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,978
Posted By tbrom
The above link is what I have. I would like a...

The above link is what I have. I would like a photo of different 1965 trailers from the rear hatch if they had one.
Thanks Tim
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 06-12-2007, 10:13 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,978
Posted By tbrom
Can someone post a picture of the floor under...

Can someone post a picture of the floor under their tub/bench/toilet from a 65. My floor is gone so I don't know what the cut out looks like and would like some sort of reference....
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 06-12-2007, 06:37 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,978
Posted By tbrom
65 floor view from rear hatch

I am in the process of replacing the floor under the bathroom in the rear of my 65 ambassador. The floor was completely gone around the blackwater valve. Could some one post a picture of what the...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 06-12-2007, 06:13 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,232
Posted By tbrom
If you get a two lead test light, find a good...

If you get a two lead test light, find a good ground(outside of trailer, Metal waterpipe) turn all of your breakers off. Turn the main breaker on and test from the skin to the ground, one lead of...
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 06-03-2007, 04:32 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,611
Posted By tbrom
How to fill old rivet holes

I have replaced the skin in the area of the old water heater. In all of my knowledge I made the patch smaller than the original unit. I now have several empyt rivet holes. How do you all fill these...
Forum: 1966 - 1969 Ambassador 06-02-2007, 02:27 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,779
Posted By tbrom
I am finally hot and heavy back at working on the...

I am finally hot and heavy back at working on the Ambassador. I am going to remove the oven to replace it with a microwave. The wife wants it so she will have it. If anyone has use for the 65 oven...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 11-10-2006, 09:01 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,398
Posted By tbrom
With a stick welder you get it set up close the...

With a stick welder you get it set up close the correct temp and control your a hand speed with a mig there is alot more set up and I personally feel it is much more difficult for an unexperienced...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 11-08-2006, 01:34 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,398
Posted By tbrom
I personally like a stick. It penetrates the...

I personally like a stick. It penetrates the steel and makes a better weld. A mig is good for spot welds.
Tbrom
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 11-07-2006, 08:52 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,398
Posted By tbrom
Wannaroam, Where is Harmony PA?I believe you...

Wannaroam,
Where is Harmony PA?I believe you are just down the road.
Tbrom
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 11-04-2006, 05:05 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,398
Posted By tbrom
I don't think I'll reuse the old pan. I would...

I don't think I'll reuse the old pan. I would rather use new material if it's feasible. Would you remove more of the floor than what is rotted? I am under the impression that most of my welding can...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 11-04-2006, 04:44 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,398
Posted By tbrom
When you drop your belly pan do you leave a...

When you drop your belly pan do you leave a little material to reattach the new pan to or are you removing it completely? I have thought about removing the pan as soon as I get accsess to a good...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 11-04-2006, 06:46 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,398
Posted By tbrom
I have removed the bathroom. I am planning to...

I have removed the bathroom. I am planning to remove the belly pan as the frame repair dictates. I am in no hurry to remove the belly pan due to the weather. I am thinking it is more of a spring...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 11-01-2006, 07:32 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,398
Posted By tbrom
I am not 100% sure what caused my floor rot. I...

I am not 100% sure what caused my floor rot. I know I had a vent leak. The PO also left the rear hatch panel door off for any where from 3-7 years.The water heater looks as though if it had leaked,...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 11-01-2006, 06:54 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,398
Posted By tbrom
Nice site. I actually have so of the same...

Nice site. I actually have so of the same questions that you had about the cut out around by dump valve. I am a visual learner so I am hoping some one has a simular set up as what I am supposed to...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 11-01-2006, 03:18 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,398
Posted By tbrom
opinions on floor repair

I am removing at least the last two feet of floor in my 65 Ambassador. I know I have some frame repair that will be done once the floor is out and the holding tank and pan are removed. Should I go...
Forum: Our Community 10-30-2006, 05:51 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,332
Posted By tbrom
Butler PA, I'll keep an eye out. If I see...

Butler PA, I'll keep an eye out. If I see something I'll let you know.
Tbrom
Forum: 1959-69 Tradewind 10-23-2006, 09:27 AM
Replies: 222
Views: 32,766
Posted By tbrom
In my 65 the second switch is for the pump on the...

In my 65 the second switch is for the pump on the fresh water tank.
Tbrom
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 10-23-2006, 09:18 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,887
Posted By tbrom
\ I have seen your post. Very nice...

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I have seen your post. Very nice job. My wife isn't quite as handy with the power tools. I'll post some pixs from the interior as I go.
Tbrom
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 10-22-2006, 09:04 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,887
Posted By tbrom
I was planning to fix a small crack in the basin....

I was planning to fix a small crack in the basin. Now that every thing is removed I'll replace a couple of bad sections in the floor,(both vent pipes have leaked) inspect the frame and remove and...
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 10-22-2006, 08:05 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,887
Posted By tbrom
There are 6 hidden rivets along the back of the...

There are 6 hidden rivets along the back of the sink. I had to remove the tub to get at them. To remove the tub I had to remove both rear closets and the toilet. Progress,,,,,,,,,,, or should I say...
Forum: Community Polls 10-17-2006, 07:08 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 23,086
Posted By tbrom
We stole ours for $500. As I continue to work on...

We stole ours for $500. As I continue to work on it the "fix up" price continues to rise. I still feel we got a great deal. It is all original and every thing works(the toilet needs some parts and...
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 10-15-2006, 06:37 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,887
Posted By tbrom
This is what the sink looks like. Tbrom

This is what the sink looks like.
Tbrom
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 10-14-2006, 05:26 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,887
Posted By tbrom
bathroom sink removal

I am having a time getting the sink out. I removed all the screws but it doesn't want to come out. Is there some hidden rivets or screws or is it possibly sealed into place? Its in a 65 Ambassasdor....
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 10-12-2006, 08:59 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,371
Posted By tbrom
How big a shell off has been done?

Has anyone done a 28' or++ size shell off frame repair? All I see is the smaller trailers.
TBrom
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 10-10-2006, 06:21 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,342
Posted By tbrom
It is plastic, it's in good condition and I don't...

It is plastic, it's in good condition and I don't know how many gallon it is.(I would guess around 20 to 25 by its size)
Tbrom
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 10-09-2006, 03:58 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,342
Posted By tbrom
Broken toilet

I need to get parts for my 65 Ambassadors toilet. Pedastool is cracked.I also am going to remove my fresh water tank and pump and put them on ebay if anyone here is interested let me know.
Tbrom
Forum: WBCCI Forum 10-09-2006, 08:53 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 9,584
Posted By tbrom
We have four directories. Two are for...

We have four directories. Two are for Pennsylvania only I believe 1973 and 1978. We also have a larger 1972 and 1978. Do you have these?
Tbrom
Forum: Doors & Locks 10-07-2006, 09:17 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,269
Posted By tbrom
The new seal at .70$/ft sound like the way to go....

The new seal at .70$/ft sound like the way to go. Thanks for the tip. It seems like all my floor troubles are around the doors and hatch areas so an upgrade hopefully is a good thing.
Tbrom
Forum: WBCCI Forum 10-07-2006, 06:06 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 9,584
Posted By tbrom
I believe I just ran across two or three, not...

I believe I just ran across two or three, not sure on the years or if the wife will be willing to part with them. She found them and is more into that type of thing. I'll let you know.
Tbrom
Forum: Doors & Locks 10-07-2006, 12:50 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,269
Posted By tbrom
Door Seal

Just wondering where if anyone knows where I can get a new door seal for my 65 Ambassador. I have looked a couple of places but with little luck.
Thanks
Tbrom
Forum: 1966 - 1969 Ambassador 10-04-2006, 05:18 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,779
Posted By tbrom
We got it home. It is really dirty and has some...

We got it home. It is really dirty and has some issues. I was fortunate to have found the original owners manual in one of the cabinets. The manual contains diagrams and schemetics of all of the...
Forum: Forum Admin, News and Member Account Info 10-02-2006, 05:22 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,145
Posted By tbrom
Thanks Tbrom

Thanks
Tbrom
Forum: Windows & Screens 10-02-2006, 05:18 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,145
Posted By tbrom
Tim, My 65 has the strips butting up to make a...

Tim,
My 65 has the strips butting up to make a mitered corners all around.
Tbrom
Forum: Forum Admin, News and Member Account Info 10-01-2006, 05:47 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,145
Posted By tbrom
Wahoonc, I am unable to edit the photos. My...

Wahoonc,
I am unable to edit the photos. My last post was a little vague.Thanks again for your help.
Tbrom
Forum: Forum Admin, News and Member Account Info 10-01-2006, 07:12 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,145
Posted By tbrom
Wahoonc, It says I have o of 5 categories...

Wahoonc,
It says I have o of 5 categories allowed. Thanks for yor help.
Tbrom
Forum: Forum Admin, News and Member Account Info 10-01-2006, 06:35 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,145
Posted By tbrom
How do I edit the photo gallery?

I recently posted some pictures in the members area of the photo gallery. When I viewed them two photos are posted twice. How do you edit the photos you have submitted?
Tbrom
Forum: Wheels, Hubs & Bearings 09-30-2006, 04:58 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 16,729
Posted By tbrom
It does have the split rims. What a project! It...

It does have the split rims. What a project! It seems every time I log on I find more things to work on. I got it home and am going to dive in.
Tbrom
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