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Forum: Plumbing - Systems & Fixtures 01-30-2023, 02:03 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,446
Posted By HiHoAgRV
I have a '61 with the original pressurized system...

I have a '61 with the original pressurized system still in use. There are a couple of draw backs, there is no such thing as a 'little leak'. Its going to empty the tank since you cant turn off the...
Forum: Full-Timing, Winter Living & Workamping 07-29-2022, 09:35 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 10,146
Posted By HiHoAgRV
Here are a couple of work-in-progress photos of...

Here are a couple of work-in-progress photos of our weekend place (excuse the construction debris). 16x36 covered area for the camper, 12x16 overhead deck and a 16x20 screen room/grill/shower area....
Forum: Interior Restoration Forum 03-28-2022, 08:31 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 536
Posted By HiHoAgRV
I did 2 layers with the innermost covering the...

I did 2 layers with the innermost covering the ribs.

https://www.airforums.com/forums/f109/a-63-overlander-followed-us-home-71609-13.html#post1051687

It might be a challenge if you try to...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 02-23-2022, 09:22 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 9,014
Posted By HiHoAgRV
Multiple answers. Trailer 1 = 100AH LiFePo4 +...

Multiple answers.
Trailer 1 = 100AH LiFePo4 + 200 watts roof solar, minimal loads + 12V dometic freezer/fridge. Can go as long as I need with usual solar input. A few hrs of sat TV each day
...
Forum: Refrigerators 02-17-2022, 02:35 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 670
Posted By HiHoAgRV
If you use the forums Search function and look...

If you use the forums Search function and look for the word Klixon, it will bring up a bunch of info on those old fridges including a few threads with the owners manual.

Good luck!
Forum: On The Road... 12-14-2021, 08:36 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 7,706
Posted By HiHoAgRV
We have stayed in Colter Bay and Gros Ventre in...

We have stayed in Colter Bay and Gros Ventre in our 34’
Forum: On The Road... 10-03-2021, 01:39 PM
Replies: 2,888
Views: 707,251
Posted By HiHoAgRV
View From Your Airstream Door

The mighty Mississippi
Forum: On The Road... 09-27-2021, 08:14 PM
Replies: 211
Views: 40,361
Posted By HiHoAgRV
Once again, thanks for taking us along on the...

Once again, thanks for taking us along on the adventure. If not for our slow viewing of the thread, we would have looped over to Morton and said 'Hi', we are about :20 away and we had neighbors there...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 08-27-2021, 08:51 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 836
Posted By HiHoAgRV
If it’s only the fan motor that’s bad, it can be...

If it’s only the fan motor that’s bad, it can be replaced at a significant cost savings. If you do go for a new AC, us southerners really do need a 15k unit. Other than that, in my opinion it comes...
Forum: On The Road... 08-20-2021, 09:57 PM
Replies: 211
Views: 40,361
Posted By HiHoAgRV
Thanks for taking us along with you!

Thanks for taking us along with you!
Forum: Doors & Locks 08-20-2021, 06:59 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 608
Posted By HiHoAgRV
As you noted, there really isn't any 'adjustment'...

As you noted, there really isn't any 'adjustment' since the door is riveted onto the shell.
My '63 became difficult to get the door to latch, slamming or pushing really hard was the only way it...
Forum: On The Road... 08-11-2021, 07:57 PM
Replies: 1,835
Views: 294,811
Posted By HiHoAgRV
Thanks for taking us along on your journey.

Thanks for taking us along on your journey.
Forum: Windows & Screens 06-25-2021, 08:14 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,422
Posted By HiHoAgRV
There have been a couple of threads here where...

There have been a couple of threads here where folks used home type windows as replacements. From my view point the result looked so out of place that it destroyed the Airstream ascetics. Like the...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 06-15-2021, 08:25 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 12,830
Posted By HiHoAgRV
I just bought a LG Inverter window unit, 9,500...

I just bought a LG Inverter window unit, 9,500 BTU/hr 15 SEER for a special use case, the trailer is at the end of a 650' run from service so I can only pull about 10A before the voltage drop gets me...
Forum: Windows & Screens 06-14-2021, 06:31 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,515
Posted By HiHoAgRV
Your pattern looks great. I don’t have my notes...

Your pattern looks great. I don’t have my notes here for the details but yes, a pan break is required and most importantly, the bend sequence. Work it out on your paper pattern because if you get it...
Forum: On The Road... 05-27-2021, 01:05 PM
Replies: 1,627
Views: 505,108
Posted By HiHoAgRV
But isn’t the GPS location embedded in the...

But isn’t the GPS location embedded in the digital meta-data? Right?
(Channeling my kids mental processes)
Lol.
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 05-04-2021, 10:09 AM
Replies: 275
Views: 86,525
Posted By HiHoAgRV
Absolutely amazing. Nothing else to say!

Absolutely amazing. Nothing else to say!
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 04-09-2021, 03:39 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,349
Posted By HiHoAgRV
Just drill new holes in the C channel. You will...

Just drill new holes in the C channel. You will spend DAYS trying to line up all that stuff.
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 04-07-2021, 05:24 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 7,921
Posted By HiHoAgRV
I added a front hold down to my ‘91 34’ as I was...

I added a front hold down to my ‘91 34’ as I was replacing the front floor section. Instead of welding it in, I bent a lower flange and thru bolted it to the front cross member. I then added the...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 04-02-2021, 09:32 PM
Replies: 275
Views: 86,525
Posted By HiHoAgRV
Amazing work on that complex wall. I’ve always...

Amazing work on that complex wall. I’ve always struggled with getting a simple straight one to fit to curves much less a curved one. Impressed.
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 03-29-2021, 06:21 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,362
Posted By HiHoAgRV
Tongue mounted. I ran some draw tests, it peaked...

Tongue mounted. I ran some draw tests, it peaked at 760W. A Honda 2000 never comes off of Eco mode when its running and its absolutely silent.
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 03-29-2021, 04:41 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,362
Posted By HiHoAgRV
My buddy has installed a mini split in his '63...

My buddy has installed a mini split in his '63 Globetrotter directly above the forward streetside window. Its worked out really well.
Forum: Our Community 03-23-2021, 01:34 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 15,126
Posted By HiHoAgRV
We park two of our trailers at home under a...

We park two of our trailers at home under a double carport. The 3rd spot is at family property where we wanted a 'location'
Forum: 1960 - 1964 Overlander 03-11-2021, 08:30 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,317
Posted By HiHoAgRV
As you will likely find out, not only were there...

As you will likely find out, not only were there year-to-year and plant-to-plant differences, but previous mods add to the complexity of figuring these old trailers out.

My '63 has been...
Forum: 1993 Excella 1000 02-14-2021, 12:35 PM
Replies: 132
Views: 57,143
Posted By HiHoAgRV
Glad the thread is somewhat useful, if nothing...

Glad the thread is somewhat useful, if nothing more than a laugh. We really like the big ‘ole thing and are looking forward to some spring time camping.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 01-21-2021, 08:02 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 7,056
Posted By HiHoAgRV
262k miles on a 2006 Ram 2500. Over 100k towing...

262k miles on a 2006 Ram 2500. Over 100k towing Airstreams and many additional dragging flat bed stuff around. It may take a dump tomorrow but so far it’s as strong as day #1.
Regular transmission...
Forum: 1960 - 1964 Overlander 01-15-2021, 07:15 PM
Replies: 142
Views: 25,269
Posted By HiHoAgRV
Well, since I’m not rebuilding it I will go from...

Well, since I’m not rebuilding it I will go from memory.
No issues so far with the small dump. It might actually help since the velocity is faster thru the small hole. I will be dumping it this...
Forum: 1960 - 1964 Globetrotter 12-03-2020, 11:16 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,146
Posted By HiHoAgRV
Ive never seen those before, they are different...

Ive never seen those before, they are different than my '61 or the '63's that I've seen.


Could they be a previous owner mod?
Forum: Off Topic Forum 12-02-2020, 08:39 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,533
Posted By HiHoAgRV
My rebuilt 1963 has a double layer of prodex...

My rebuilt 1963 has a double layer of prodex (reflexex) and a single ceramic cube heater holds it at about 15 degrees above the outside temp.
I did lay the second layer of prodex over the ribs as a...
Forum: Member Introductions 11-30-2020, 01:58 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 750
Posted By HiHoAgRV
Welcome to the family. There are quite a few...

Welcome to the family. There are quite a few ‘Streamers here in the area. Our little dead end street with 25 houses has 6-7 airstreams on it at any given time. Um, 3 are at my house...
Forum: On The Road... 11-18-2020, 12:45 PM
Replies: 2,888
Views: 707,251
Posted By HiHoAgRV
Lunch stop.

Lunch stop.
Forum: On The Road... 11-16-2020, 06:54 PM
Replies: 2,888
Views: 707,251
Posted By HiHoAgRV
Lol. I just noticed that ‘Modern’ trailers have...

Lol. I just noticed that ‘Modern’ trailers have doors with a flat top.
Geez. Me and my trailers are old.
Forum: 1960 - 1964 Overlander 11-12-2020, 04:06 PM
Replies: 142
Views: 25,269
Posted By HiHoAgRV
Free-fridge is installed. Luckily I had a partial...

Free-fridge is installed. Luckily I had a partial sheet of oak ply and some 1 1/4” oak sticks so I made a new surround. I’m afraid I will need to buy some more oak to replace the door inserts, those...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 11-11-2020, 07:09 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,703
Posted By HiHoAgRV
I agree. That’s where the ‘front end shop’ sets...

I agree. That’s where the ‘front end shop’ sets the toe, camber, and caster at that weight.
Forum: 1960 - 1964 Overlander 11-11-2020, 07:00 PM
Replies: 142
Views: 25,269
Posted By HiHoAgRV
With some details to follow, my previous...

With some details to follow, my previous not-rebuilding-efforts missed a signature on the bottom of the fridge top. Interesting that the date is several months ahead of the delivery date of the...
Forum: Roof Vents, Skylights & Fans 11-11-2020, 06:06 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,165
Posted By HiHoAgRV
I made one from a single 14x14 lid and used a...

I made one from a single 14x14 lid and used a tempered glass insert


https://www.airforums.com/forums/f109/im-not-rebuilding-this-trailer-171443-6.html#post2146280
Forum: On The Road... 11-03-2020, 08:19 PM
Replies: 304
Views: 57,531
Posted By HiHoAgRV
Yup. I’ve had the privilege of hearing live fire...

Yup. I’ve had the privilege of hearing live fire training. It reminds me of a Larry the CableGuy skit of his grandma and a duck call.
Forum: 1960 - 1964 Overlander 11-03-2020, 10:47 AM
Replies: 142
Views: 25,269
Posted By HiHoAgRV
The day after I pulled out the gigantic old...

The day after I pulled out the gigantic old Dometic, my neighbor comes over and says a friend just gave him a Norcold take-out, do I want it?
Well heck yes.
It’s about 1/2 the weight, is dual mode...
Forum: Photography 10-27-2020, 02:05 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 6,462
Posted By HiHoAgRV
This is a few years ago but appropriate for a...

This is a few years ago but appropriate for a repost.
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 10-25-2020, 07:16 PM
Replies: 275
Views: 86,525
Posted By HiHoAgRV
Those are skills unknown to common man! Wow....

Those are skills unknown to common man!
Wow. Seriously impressed.
Forum: 1960 - 1964 Overlander 10-25-2020, 07:14 PM
Replies: 258
Views: 46,907
Posted By HiHoAgRV
Glad to hear you are making progress. Maybe we...

Glad to hear you are making progress. Maybe we can see it on out next trip out west!
Forum: 1960 - 1964 Overlander 10-24-2020, 01:47 PM
Replies: 142
Views: 25,269
Posted By HiHoAgRV
Fridge is out. It literally clears the door frame...

Fridge is out. It literally clears the door frame by 1/16”

That rascal is big time heavy.
Forum: 1960 - 1964 Overlander 10-24-2020, 01:45 PM
Replies: 142
Views: 25,269
Posted By HiHoAgRV
I couldn’t get it to work by heating it so it’s...

I couldn’t get it to work by heating it so it’s just curved and stuck in there. I did add a small piece of angle aluminum across the bottom edge to keep the plastic from bowing downward. I heard (but...
Forum: 1960 - 1964 Overlander 10-24-2020, 10:40 AM
Replies: 142
Views: 25,269
Posted By HiHoAgRV
Well the fridge is non-op so as soon as I can...

Well the fridge is non-op so as soon as I can round up some help it’s coming out and I will try to revive it in the shop. Years ago I mounted a vintage door on a 110v fridge so I think I’ll stick it...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 10-23-2020, 04:21 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,437
Posted By HiHoAgRV
1961 Globetrotter black tank question.

I re-re doing my ‘61 dump valve and posting some photos.


https://www.airforums.com/forums/f109/im-not-rebuilding-this-trailer-171443-7.html

My replacement valve just arrived and I hope to...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 10-23-2020, 04:15 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 808
Posted By HiHoAgRV
If your trailer is built like mine, there is...

If your trailer is built like mine, there is (was) a automatic reset circuit breaker at the battery and all of the 12 volt stuff is daisy chained along in one big circuit. Many of the splices are...
Forum: 1960 - 1964 Overlander 10-22-2020, 09:31 AM
Replies: 142
Views: 25,269
Posted By HiHoAgRV
Here is a photo of the bottom of the black tank....

Here is a photo of the bottom of the black tank. These old units have a fiberglass tank with brass inserts for attaching the original brass dump valve. This version has a bolt pattern that is almost...
Forum: On The Road... 10-21-2020, 04:00 PM
Replies: 2,888
Views: 707,251
Posted By HiHoAgRV
View From Your Airstream Door

Camping on family property last Thursday we had a visitor. It hung around a couple of days and didn’t mind us hammering and sawing.
Forum: 1960 - 1964 Overlander 10-20-2020, 03:32 PM
Replies: 142
Views: 25,269
Posted By HiHoAgRV
I'm Not Rebuilding this Trailer

Well that’s done and it wasn’t as bad as it could have been. I was able to shove the handle back into the valve then remove the 2’ x 2’ access panel (seems exceptional large, but that’s ok ) and...
Forum: 1960 - 1964 Overlander 10-19-2020, 03:56 PM
Replies: 142
Views: 25,269
Posted By HiHoAgRV
Uggg. This won’t be fun. The black tank was...

Uggg.
This won’t be fun. The black tank was stiff and a good tug yielded this.
Good thing I’m not rebuilding this trailer, I’m spending all my time fixing stuff.
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