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Forum: Refrigerators 07-05-2014, 05:43 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,658
Posted By 26.982 amu
The Bolts from Hell: Replacing a Dometic RM66 in a '68 Safari

It's been years since I posted anything here, but my latest adventure with replacing the Dometic RM66 fridge in my '68 Safari is just too good not to share. After fussing with its gradually failing...
Forum: Stella's Kitchen 08-11-2009, 05:50 PM
Replies: 137
Views: 16,014
Posted By 26.982 amu
Spam is actually pretty good!

I find that the new Spam (with bacon!) is quite good, especially fried with eggs. I am always looking for stuff that keeps well with no attention and is ready at a moment's notice.
Forum: Refrigerators 07-05-2009, 04:06 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,125
Posted By 26.982 amu
Today I went over the propane line leading to the...

Today I went over the propane line leading to the burner with an eyedropper loaded with soap solution--finally found the leaks (several). They are on the housing that the thermocouple activates,...
Forum: Refrigerators 07-04-2009, 02:18 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,125
Posted By 26.982 amu
Oops, that's Dometic RM60--sorry.

Oops, that's Dometic RM60--sorry.
Forum: Refrigerators 07-03-2009, 09:43 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,125
Posted By 26.982 amu
Propane leak in Dometic 660 refer

My '68 Safari's Dometic refer fills the cabin with gas odor when it's on propane. The leak must be after the rotating valve that you access through the side panel to turn on the gas, since the smell...
Forum: Refrigerators 06-21-2009, 12:51 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,393
Posted By 26.982 amu
I had the same annoying problem with my '68...

I had the same annoying problem with my '68 Safari. The plunger that you push in with your thumb has to push in far enough that it will hold the valve open when the weak current from the hot...
Forum: 1966 - 1968 Safari 03-27-2009, 05:19 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,881
Posted By 26.982 amu
Black mold vs. gray mildew

Although the dreaded black mold was a major concern at first, I'm not worried about it now. The trailer floor was coated with a layer of salty mud which seems to have protected it from molding, as I...
Forum: Stoves, Ovens & Microwaves 03-27-2009, 04:29 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,369
Posted By 26.982 amu
How could I go about getting this done on my oven?

How could I go about getting this done on my oven?
Forum: 1966 - 1968 Safari 03-26-2009, 09:04 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,881
Posted By 26.982 amu
Progress on my '72 Ambassador/Ike victim

Well, believe it or not, I'm making some progress on "restoring" my hurricane-battered trailer. Over spring break I cleaned up about 40% of the interior (about 2 gallons of Tilex needed for the...
Forum: 1966 - 1968 Safari 03-07-2009, 05:44 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,410
Posted By 26.982 amu
Found the offending fuse!

Today I followed a tip from Aggie81 and sent a grandchild into the cramped space between the battery and the sink to find the fuses--and there they were! I was just too fat and stiff to find...
Forum: 1966 - 1968 Safari 02-22-2009, 04:31 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,410
Posted By 26.982 amu
Truc 05, if you could give me a little navigation...

Truc 05, if you could give me a little navigation on where the "power panel" is, I would be grateful. I'm at wit's end trying to figure this out. It's not the Intelipower unit--I tried switching...
Forum: 1966 - 1968 Safari 02-22-2009, 12:13 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,410
Posted By 26.982 amu
What do I do to reset it? I checked the fuses...

What do I do to reset it? I checked the fuses and they both look good (mine is a 9145). The unit was not hot, and if there is a short it appeared out of nowhere.
Forum: 1966 - 1968 Safari 02-22-2009, 09:23 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,410
Posted By 26.982 amu
What happened to my '68 Safari 12v power?

Months ago I replaced the Univolt in my '68 Safari with an 45W Intelipower converter. Everything was working until today. I've got shore power AC, but the 12VDC supply suddenly went dead! It acts...
Forum: Stoves, Ovens & Microwaves 02-15-2009, 10:46 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,369
Posted By 26.982 amu
The only numbers on my thermostat unit are M5C...

The only numbers on my thermostat unit are M5C and 5345.
Forum: Stoves, Ovens & Microwaves 02-15-2009, 09:50 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,369
Posted By 26.982 amu
Oven Thermostat for Magic Chef T-727, '68 Safari

I can light the pilot, but nothing happens after that. Right now there is a Robertshaw 4750 series thermostat for sale on eBay at a good price (#250370743995). Would this work? It sure looks...
Forum: Refrigerators 02-15-2009, 09:17 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,149
Posted By 26.982 amu
The model is Dometic RM 66.

The model is Dometic RM 66.
Forum: Refrigerators 02-14-2009, 05:55 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,149
Posted By 26.982 amu
Thermocouple for '68 Safari Dometic refer

Where would I get a replacement thermocouple for the half-size Dometic refer in my '68 Safari? All I need, I think, is the thermocouple (the heat sensor that turns on the gas to the heater flame).
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 11-09-2008, 04:45 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,075
Posted By 26.982 amu
How to get to the Univolt on '68 Safari?

I spent a good deal of time trying to find the Univolt on my "new" '68 Safari--it knows I'm looking for it and that I'm going to kill it, so it's hiding.

I found it in an inaccessible corner...
Forum: 1966 - 1968 Safari 11-01-2008, 06:17 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,881
Posted By 26.982 amu
If I were to put a standard Coleman AC on my new...

If I were to put a standard Coleman AC on my new '68 Safari, is the wiring already in place? Exactly where should it be installed?
Forum: 1966 - 1968 Safari 11-01-2008, 06:14 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,822
Posted By 26.982 amu
Looks just like my '68 Safari that will arrive...

Looks just like my '68 Safari that will arrive this Thursday! Congratulations, and keep posting!
Forum: 1966 - 1968 Safari 10-29-2008, 07:47 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,881
Posted By 26.982 amu
I agree with Inland Andy. It's not possible that...

I agree with Inland Andy. It's not possible that the axles came through undamaged--the trailer came down with a BANG when it was righted.

I'll soon have my "new" '68 Safari, and I'm EXCITED.
Forum: 1966 - 1968 Safari 10-25-2008, 07:43 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,881
Posted By 26.982 amu
I'll come down for a visit as soon as I can--but...

I'll come down for a visit as soon as I can--but I want to get my new trailer first, so that we can compare notes. Thanks for the offer to tow the old one, but I think it's going to be a permanent...
Forum: 1966 - 1968 Safari 10-25-2008, 07:38 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,881
Posted By 26.982 amu
Quoting myself: "I've got a new toy on order: a...

Quoting myself: "I've got a new toy on order: a '68 Safari in great shape. I'm going to keep this one parked at home! But it needs AC for the murderous Texas summer climate. What do you folks...
Forum: 1966 - 1968 Safari 10-25-2008, 07:35 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,478
Posted By 26.982 amu
Looks good--did you get the bunk bed? I think I...

Looks good--did you get the bunk bed? I think I want one of those in my '68.
Forum: 1966 - 1968 Safari 10-20-2008, 06:14 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,881
Posted By 26.982 amu
Lots of questions

Wow, what a load of questions! I'll try some general answers.

I think the trailer boated on its right side about 180' from where I parked it. What you see it lying against in the pix came from...
Forum: 1966 - 1968 Safari 10-19-2008, 07:16 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,881
Posted By 26.982 amu
Pictures of my Bolivar Ike Airstream disaster

Well, here they are. It looks OK on the outside, but the inside is disgusting. Notice that the Corps of Engineers came by and cut off my two beautiful 30# aluminum propane bottles--location unknown!
Forum: 1966 - 1968 Safari 10-17-2008, 05:56 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,881
Posted By 26.982 amu
I'll rustle up some pix as soon as I can. I...

I'll rustle up some pix as soon as I can. I haven't decided what to do with the shell yet, but it is towable if the tires are resealed. I may sell it, or I may use it as a storage shed (sniff).
...
Forum: 1966 - 1968 Safari 10-16-2008, 08:32 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,881
Posted By 26.982 amu
Lost one, bought one!

Well, it's been a long time since I've had anything to say, but now I've got a lot! My first Airstream, a 29' '72 Ambassador, is in ruins on the Bolivar Peninsula near Galveston--a casualty of...
Forum: Stella's Kitchen 01-27-2008, 05:52 AM
Replies: 105
Views: 28,234
Posted By 26.982 amu
Why pressure cookers rule in Airstream trailers

Imagine a delicious roast or stew in under an hour with no mold-encouraging steam or filthy grease film depositing on the walls of your trailer! This is what a pressure cooker will do for you. I...
Forum: Windows & Screens 01-01-2007, 07:11 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,332
Posted By 26.982 amu
Replace/fix cruddy fixed windows?

The fixed elliptical windows in the living room of my '72 Ambassador are crudded up with disintegrating and rippled tint. What is the best way to fix this problem?
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 10-01-2006, 05:47 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,409
Posted By 26.982 amu
Hum-free converters

I put in an Intelipower 60 with Charge Wizard this year. The installation was easy, the performance is outstanding, and the hum is GONE. Deposit the Univolt in the dumpster.
Forum: Member Introductions 09-28-2006, 05:39 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,001
Posted By 26.982 amu
Help! I'm reincarnated!

Help! For some reason the forum wouldn't recognize me when I logged in today, so I had to re-register as a newbie! All of my former postings will be forgotten, I suppose (posted as vbrach). Well,...
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 09-04-2006, 05:20 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 11,220
Posted By 26.982 amu
Tambour was invented by the devil!

I hate tambour and want it gone. I removed all of mine under the counter and replaced it with a bamboo mat held with magnets. Looks great to me, and I'll never have to deal with jammed tambour...
Forum: Our Community 08-27-2006, 08:23 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 6,794
Posted By 26.982 amu
A few excellent books that seem to fit the...

A few excellent books that seem to fit the Airstream experience: "The Stations of Solitude" by Alice Koller; anything by John Gierach, but especially "Standing in a River Waving a Stick" and "Trout...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 08-23-2006, 06:24 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,099
Posted By 26.982 amu
I have--and it's so easy that I couldn't believe...

I have--and it's so easy that I couldn't believe it. I replaced my Univolt with an Intelipower 40 w/Charge Wizard--you can look up my name and find the posts elsewhere--in about 1/2 hr. I never...
Forum: Refrigerators 08-14-2006, 06:56 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,800
Posted By 26.982 amu
Replacing gaskets

Lewster said: "I have always replaced the door gaskets if they don't provide the proper sealing action."

Where is the best place to get these? Mine is a pretty old unit.
Forum: Refrigerators 08-13-2006, 06:16 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,800
Posted By 26.982 amu
What next?

The dollar bill test fails on my old Dometic. Is there an easy fix, or do I have to replace all the seals?
Forum: General Interior Topics 08-06-2006, 08:56 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,540
Posted By 26.982 amu
Another way to do it

I have a plant-container hook over the dinette in my Ambassador which I use to hang a Coleman lantern. I attach it with a length of chain to raise or lower it. It provides plenty of light and a good...
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 07-31-2006, 06:40 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,116
Posted By 26.982 amu
Make a "miner's lamp" to protect yourself

A small screen mesh cage placed around the refer flame will act the way a miner's lamp does, preventing the possibility of fumes hitting the flame and causing an explosion. The reason this works is...
Forum: Refrigerators 07-30-2006, 07:53 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,987
Posted By 26.982 amu
Why are you using shore power for Dometic?

I have to ask--why are you using shore power for your Dometic? Mine works so well and so cheaply on propane that I don't bother with AC. Besides, since I'm using a generator, I try to save every...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 07-30-2006, 04:21 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 13,399
Posted By 26.982 amu
Mixed results

I just finished testing my Supentown 12k BTU portable A/C alongside my OEM Armstrong A/C in my '72 Ambassador--in 100F Texas heat on a full-sun, crushed-rock parking spot, running on a Yamaha...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 07-30-2006, 06:21 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 8,692
Posted By 26.982 amu
Possible alternative

This may not be what you want to consider--but I just bought a fancypants Yamaha 3000iSEB gnerator for my '72 Ambassador and am DELIGHTED with it! Where I'm going to park the AS (Crystal Beach near...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 07-30-2006, 06:04 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,594
Posted By 26.982 amu
Like flyfshr, my setup is a 60A Intelipower with...

Like flyfshr, my setup is a 60A Intelipower with the Charge Wizard. I installed the unit right where the old Univolt used to sit (under the bed in my '72 Ambassador) and ran the Charge Wizard control...
Forum: Our Community 07-23-2006, 06:13 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,668
Posted By 26.982 amu
Try standing in a river waving a stick

I found that at the Lake Greeson tailrace in Pike Co. AR, where the water temp is 59F in the morning after a generator release the previous day, I can stand there in my waders and not complain about...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 07-23-2006, 06:08 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,910
Posted By 26.982 amu
In addition to reliability and better battery...

In addition to reliability and better battery charging, you will be mercifully free of the terrible HMMMMM noise the Univolt makes--especially at night.
Forum: Refrigerators 06-04-2006, 06:00 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 7,729
Posted By 26.982 amu
Flue cleaning

"As for the gas option, I cleaned everything well. I stopped at pulling the unit. Can I clean the flue without pulling the whole Frig?"

You can get a buret-cleaning brush from a chem supplier (or...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 05-21-2006, 08:48 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,217
Posted By 26.982 amu
A thorough cleansing

Chaplain Kent said: "More Sunday School lessons are needed here. I hope you are not implying that baptism washes away the sin we are born with."

Then what does? I'll stick with the teaching of...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 05-20-2006, 05:27 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,217
Posted By 26.982 amu
Catholic answers

Weighing in on the Catholic side of the aisle . . .

The Church teaches that Man was created very good, as was all of creation. Man and the angels were both given free will, but Man and some of...
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 05-19-2006, 05:26 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 7,981
Posted By 26.982 amu
Tambour alternatives

I'm not angry with my jammed, buckled, ugly galley tambour anymore--I just want it gone. I'm interested in what anyone has done to creatively replace tambour --in other words, what non-tambour...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 05-08-2006, 04:53 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,208
Posted By 26.982 amu
Error on wall lights

After looking at the images of my '72 Ambassador wall lights versus those from the '66 Overlander, I see that we were talking about apples and oranges. Sorry for the mistake!
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