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Forum: Electronics & Connectivity 09-16-2021, 10:51 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,265
Posted By Steelhead78
Thanks Bob! Fridge and freezer are in great...

Thanks Bob!
Fridge and freezer are in great shape!

Update: at service now, and they are installing a new converter. All should be good to go within the next hour or two. All outlets are putting...
Forum: Refrigerators 09-15-2021, 05:37 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,484
Posted By Steelhead78
Thank you both, once again! I don’t see my...

Thank you both, once again! I don’t see my thermistor yet, but I’ll keep looking this evening. More updates to come.

Honestly don’t know where I’d be without this forum and all of these great...
Forum: Electronics & Connectivity 09-15-2021, 03:17 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,265
Posted By Steelhead78
Thanks All! Update: been plugged in for 24...

Thanks All!

Update: been plugged in for 24 hours, and fridge/freezer is working great, and voltage is SLOWLY going up (my fractional amounts). So far, so good - thank you again!
Forum: Refrigerators 09-15-2021, 03:04 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,484
Posted By Steelhead78
Update 2: ok, googled it and found on the right...

Update 2: ok, googled it and found on the right side, under the fins, a two-pronged wish-bone piece. I’m assuming this is what this is? I’m not sure I understand how to get it closer to the fins…it...
Forum: Refrigerators 09-15-2021, 03:00 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,484
Posted By Steelhead78
Update: I’m in the fridge now and still getting...

Update: I’m in the fridge now and still getting colder, which is a relief. However, I’m not finding the clip on the fin(s)? I’m not sure I know what a thermistor looks like.
Forum: Refrigerators 09-15-2021, 02:55 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,484
Posted By Steelhead78
Thanks all - good news, it has been 24 hours and...

Thanks all - good news, it has been 24 hours and the fridge is cold/cool and the freezer is freezing (literally, I put a bottle of water in and it’s frozen). The smell is completely gone, thank...
Forum: Refrigerators 09-15-2021, 02:53 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,484
Posted By Steelhead78
Excellent info, thank you! Will try clipping it...

Excellent info, thank you! Will try clipping it further up the fins (hoping I have something there to clip)
Forum: Electronics & Connectivity 09-14-2021, 07:16 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,265
Posted By Steelhead78
Thank you both, tons of invaluable info here. ...

Thank you both, tons of invaluable info here.

I’ll check on voltage reading in a few hours (along with the fridge temp).
Forum: Electronics & Connectivity 09-14-2021, 05:48 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,265
Posted By Steelhead78
Got it, thanks Bob! Is it a good sign that it’s...

Got it, thanks Bob! Is it a good sign that it’s staying put at 12.2 at the moment? Should it ride a little over time, connected to shore power?

Can you recommend a battery monitor brand that I...
Forum: Refrigerators 09-14-2021, 05:43 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,484
Posted By Steelhead78
I’ll give it a shot, thank you Bob!

I’ll give it a shot, thank you Bob!
Forum: General Repair Forum 09-14-2021, 05:15 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 743
Posted By Steelhead78
Great info, I’m keeping it on!!! Style is style,...

Great info, I’m keeping it on!!! Style is style, what can I say!

Thanks Bob!
Forum: Electronics & Connectivity 09-14-2021, 05:05 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,265
Posted By Steelhead78
Thank u you oh A W Warn! I’ll look for that...

Thank u you oh A W Warn!
I’ll look for that switch right now.

For an update: I bought a cigarette lighter bolt monitor, and it works great! When nothing is running, it is at 12.4. When I turn on...
Forum: Refrigerators 09-14-2021, 04:59 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,484
Posted By Steelhead78
Dometic fridge/freezer

Hi again folks,
What a week of learning. So I cleaned out the fridge and freezer and it smells fine now (1978 Sovereign International 31’). I finally hooked my unit up to shore electric (power...
Forum: General Repair Forum 09-14-2021, 09:26 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 743
Posted By Steelhead78
Antenna question

Hi All,

Still learning the ropes on my new (for me) 1978 Sovereign International. The antenna is still there on the unit, and I wanted to ask what members typically do? Do I have it taken down,...
Forum: Electronics & Connectivity 09-14-2021, 09:18 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,265
Posted By Steelhead78
Extremely helpful, thanks Davidz71 - I’m on my...

Extremely helpful, thanks Davidz71 - I’m on my way to the RV shop now to look for an option.
Thank you All!
Dave
Forum: Electronics & Connectivity 09-13-2021, 08:05 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,265
Posted By Steelhead78
Thank you Saluda372 - I’m trying to soak up as...

Thank you Saluda372 - I’m trying to soak up as much info here as possible. Everyone has been so welcoming.
Forum: Electronics & Connectivity 09-13-2021, 08:04 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,265
Posted By Steelhead78
Thanks Uncle Bob! I’ll make arrangements tomorrow...

Thanks Uncle Bob! I’ll make arrangements tomorrow to install a voltage monitor - this sounds imperative. Many thanks all, this is great. I’m learning…
Forum: Electronics & Connectivity 09-13-2021, 08:03 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,265
Posted By Steelhead78
Thank you ITSNO60, I’ll do exactly that - clean...

Thank you ITSNO60, I’ll do exactly that - clean our the fridge, run it, and go from there.

And thank you again for the battery switch info. I’ll do some looking right now, and I’ll invest in a...
Forum: Electronics & Connectivity 09-13-2021, 07:23 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,265
Posted By Steelhead78
Thank you Bob! The battery voltage has 4...

Thank you Bob!

The battery voltage has 4 settings on it (it’s original, I believe), unless I’m looking at the wrong thing?
Forum: Electronics & Connectivity 09-13-2021, 07:21 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,265
Posted By Steelhead78
Great info, thank you! And sorry for the typo, I...

Great info, thank you! And sorry for the typo, I meant cord! Thanks Itsno60! (I should know this, since I’m a musician!)

May I ask another stupid question - where is the battery switch? Is there a...
Forum: Electronics & Connectivity 09-13-2021, 07:07 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,265
Posted By Steelhead78
Forgot to add: it is a 1978 Sovereign...

Forgot to add: it is a 1978 Sovereign International 31’
Forum: Electronics & Connectivity 09-13-2021, 07:00 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,265
Posted By Steelhead78
Electricity - 30 amp

Hi All,
Sorry for the seemingly ignorant question. New Airstream owner as of three weeks ago. I finally plugged in my power chord (30 amp), and ran all lights, radio, etc.

Here’s my question:...
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 09-13-2021, 06:56 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,700
Posted By Steelhead78
Thanks Jakmar2! I contacted them today and I’m...

Thanks Jakmar2! I contacted them today and I’m looking forward to their quote and timeline. This forum is great - everyone has been so helpful. Thank you all!
Forum: Airstream Classifieds 09-10-2021, 01:11 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 433
Posted By Steelhead78
Hello, is there a nightstand or small table that...

Hello, is there a nightstand or small table that is for sale?
Forum: Airstream Classifieds 09-10-2021, 01:08 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 433
Posted By Steelhead78
Hello, is there a nightstand or small table that...

Hello, is there a nightstand or small table that is for sale?
Forum: Airstream Classifieds 09-10-2021, 01:08 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 433
Posted By Steelhead78
Hello, interested in a number of items, how can I...

Hello, interested in a number of items, how can I get a hold of you?
Forum: Community Polls 09-10-2021, 11:31 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 6,837
Posted By Steelhead78
In my 30’s and finally have an Airstream…a dream...

In my 30’s and finally have an Airstream…a dream of mine since I was a kid. Looking forward to learning from the members on here. Thanks all, Dave
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 09-10-2021, 08:39 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,700
Posted By Steelhead78
It turns out that shining might not be possible...

It turns out that shining might not be possible with CH, due to time and such. He will be doing my updates, restoration and more.
Is there a special shining guru or club member in my area (upstate...
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 09-10-2021, 08:28 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,700
Posted By Steelhead78
Very cool, I got in touch with him and he’s...

Very cool, I got in touch with him and he’s agreed to put me in the rotation this fall for some updates and more!

Thanks Wahbe&Sam! And yes, steelhead…do you fish?
Forum: Member Introductions 09-09-2021, 09:11 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,222
Posted By Steelhead78
Thanks All, you’ve all been warm and welcoming...

Thanks All, you’ve all been warm and welcoming and I can’t wait to report on the maiden voyage! I’ll be out soon, and I’ll be sure to give a full report. I can’t stop dreaming about this thing!
...
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 09-09-2021, 09:08 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,700
Posted By Steelhead78
Shine time - NY state

Looking for a reliable resource and knowledgeable airstream tech that would/could polish my 1978 Sovereign International. Any suggestions? I’m in Syracuse/finger lakes but not afraid to drive....
Forum: Airstream Classifieds 09-09-2021, 08:38 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 374
Posted By Steelhead78
Hello, very interested in a lot here…I’m in...

Hello, very interested in a lot here…I’m in Syracuse: can you text me at (617) 835-7626? I’d like to discuss a few items. Need them ASAP! Thanks, Dave
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 09-09-2021, 08:24 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 683
Posted By Steelhead78
Nothing has surfaced yet…I’m still on the...

Nothing has surfaced yet…I’m still on the lookout.
Thanks all,
Dave
Forum: Exterior Restoration Forum 09-09-2021, 08:22 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 476
Posted By Steelhead78
Polishing in Upstate NY

Hello All,
Happy to be a member here. Can anyone lead me to a good service company/group/person that could polish my 1978 Sovereign International? I know it’s not cheap, I’m just having difficulty...
Forum: Airstream Classifieds 08-27-2021, 11:02 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 501
Posted By Steelhead78
Hello, I’m interested in this trailer. Could you...

Hello, I’m interested in this trailer. Could you text or call me so that I could ask a few questions? I’m at 617-835-7626

Thanks,
Dave
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 08-26-2021, 10:49 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 683
Posted By Steelhead78
Fantastic info here, thank you for these tips and...

Fantastic info here, thank you for these tips and the great photos! That nightstand you built is perfect - I’m going to do my best to model it after that.

Thank you!
Dave
Forum: Airstream Classifieds 08-26-2021, 10:44 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 406
Posted By Steelhead78
would like to know asking price.

would like to know asking price.
Forum: Airstream Classifieds 08-25-2021, 10:57 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 296
Posted By Steelhead78
WANTED: nightstand/table for 1978 Airstream Sovereign International - New York

Looking for the nightstand for my Sovereign International, 1978. Please reach me by message if you have one for sale or are willing to part with the original unit.

Thanks for looking,

Dave
...
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 08-25-2021, 10:41 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 683
Posted By Steelhead78
Thank you for the reply! I’ll keep an eye open...

Thank you for the reply! I’ll keep an eye open for the nightstand on the classifieds here, in case one pops up.

In the meantime, what is the “home center”?

Many thanks,
Dave
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 08-25-2021, 12:20 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 683
Posted By Steelhead78
Any pointers or leads on something like this? ...

Any pointers or leads on something like this?

Thanks,
Dave
Forum: Member Introductions 08-25-2021, 12:19 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,222
Posted By Steelhead78
Thank you DremStremer, I'm very excited -...

Thank you DremStremer,

I'm very excited - I'm hoping to go camping this weekend! And yes, I'm on Lake Ontario, so I feel like we've seen the same landscapes and the same Airstreams go by. For...
Forum: Member Introductions 08-24-2021, 05:40 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,222
Posted By Steelhead78
Wow David! Thank you for those great photos!...

Wow David! Thank you for those great photos! Amazing work - what a beauty. Thank you for all of this welcoming, and I'm excited to post photos of my Sovereign momentarily. This has already been a...
Forum: Member Introductions 08-23-2021, 11:04 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,222
Posted By Steelhead78
Thank you both, and Lucy Dog, I will definitely...

Thank you both, and Lucy Dog, I will definitely join that chapter in the Finger Lakes.

This is exciting! Thank you!
Forum: WBCCI Forum 08-23-2021, 10:59 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,292
Posted By Steelhead78
Thank you Lynn, this was extremely helpful. Many...

Thank you Lynn, this was extremely helpful. Many thanks
Forum: WBCCI Forum 08-22-2021, 09:21 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,292
Posted By Steelhead78
Which club to join?

New (vintage) Airstream owner here...happy to be looking at the driveway with a beautiful 1978 Sovereign International 31'. I'm ready to camp!

Do I join the Airstream Club International, or the...
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 08-22-2021, 09:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 683
Posted By Steelhead78
1978 Sovereign International - nightstand/table

Hello All,

New to the forum, and just posted an introduction. Glad to be here.

I have a beautiful 1978 Sovereign International 31' in excellent shape. The ONLY thing missing is the...
Forum: Member Introductions 08-22-2021, 09:11 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,222
Posted By Steelhead78
1978 Dream Machine

Hello All,

My name is Dave - I remember being 8 years old driving in the backseat of my parents' car on route 90, and seeing what looked like a spaceship roll by. That was my first sight at an...
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