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Forum: Windows, Doors, Locks & Vents 04-20-2012, 08:45 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,939
Posted By Pepsi
Hey Andy at Inland RV I tried to order a...

Hey Andy at Inland RV

I tried to order a glass pane for my 1992 25' Excella. The window broken is a fixed glass window just front of the door. I have the frame all cleaned off and prepared to...
Forum: Wheels, Hubs & Bearings 04-14-2012, 09:45 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,072
Posted By Pepsi
Over tighten lug nuts

We recently had all 6 lugs sheer off while driving straight and true on a smooth highway. 1992 25' Excella. I had trouble finding replacements. Had to settle for missmatch lenght to get home. I'd...
Forum: General Repair Forum 04-14-2012, 09:18 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 11,555
Posted By Pepsi
The sour taste of poor quality workmanship...

The sour taste of poor quality workmanship lingers long after the sweetness of a good deal wears off.

Airstream made it, I made it better. Oooo one more....

It is more difficult to rebuild a...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 04-26-2009, 09:11 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 7,500
Posted By Pepsi
:cool: Yeah, I feel your pain... See my post...

:cool: Yeah, I feel your pain... See my post here titled "airstream quality control". Or just do a search re: Pepsi under the member search or post search to view it....

I found the same thing,...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-07-2009, 04:33 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,850
Posted By Pepsi
This suggestion uses absurdity and humor to make...

This suggestion uses absurdity and humor to make a point. If you have no humor and can not recognize satire READ NO FURTHER or FARTHER. Whichever....

I say we hire some mercs to convince them...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-07-2009, 11:22 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,850
Posted By Pepsi
I did some research into the Bambi scam. Yes...

I did some research into the Bambi scam. Yes people are being taken advantage of. It is a group of people from a third world country and the scam is world wide. All they need is a small percentage...
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 03-06-2009, 08:10 AM
Replies: 2,449
Views: 537,813
Posted By Pepsi
Geese, Mrs. Pepsi was cleaning the trailer. I...

Geese, Mrs. Pepsi was cleaning the trailer. I walked out bare foot and grabbed the screen door and got bit. Yeaooooch. Everybody else coming and going was wearing shoes. It was hooked up to the...
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 03-05-2009, 08:34 PM
Replies: 2,449
Views: 537,813
Posted By Pepsi
Airstream has fundamental problems with quality...

Airstream has fundamental problems with quality control on the factory floor. Those are simple and need to be addressed on the management level. There are greater issues with corrosion that only...
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 03-05-2009, 09:53 AM
Replies: 2,449
Views: 537,813
Posted By Pepsi
Zigzag is absolutely right. This is NOT about...

Zigzag is absolutely right. This is NOT about people whining or others personal opinions. This post is about a serious problem people are experiencing with their trailer. ZigZag, I send my...
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 03-04-2009, 08:05 PM
Replies: 2,449
Views: 537,813
Posted By Pepsi
Zigzag needs quit his job at the Airstream...

Zigzag needs quit his job at the Airstream factory floor. Smoking break is over. Remember Marijuana is a gateway drug.

I am not a word smith. Let me tell you how it is. These are REAL people...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 03-04-2009, 08:40 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 783
Posted By Pepsi
Who is chatting about their Airstream experiences?

Come into the chat room and meet the members who are sharing their projects or camping experiences. Click the chat room "float" function and you can browse the other pages as you follow along. Look...
Forum: Rock Guards, Segment & Window Protectors 03-03-2009, 12:32 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,664
Posted By Pepsi
I wanted to check out the sticky stick idea. But...

I wanted to check out the sticky stick idea. But the link would not work...

I like the suction cup idea. They can be moved around and taken on and off without trouble or mess.

Nothing...
Forum: Refrigerators 03-03-2009, 11:14 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,134
Posted By Pepsi
I had the same question... I am NOT into the...

I had the same question... I am NOT into the whole disposable appliances philosophy... When I asked about the HVAC and the Dometic Refer I was told the fix was to install a new one.

They said...
Forum: General Repair Forum 02-27-2009, 06:16 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,911
Posted By Pepsi
Well said HDS. We are having a much better day...

Well said HDS. We are having a much better day today. :)

I just twisted off when I went to show it off to the wife and the first thing I fixed didn't work any more.

Sooo glad to have it...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 02-27-2009, 06:03 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,097
Posted By Pepsi
I'm on again... There are several hundred people...

I'm on again... There are several hundred people logged on if a few came here it would really make things interesting...

Thanks Lumatic. I think we will meet here eventually. We will be the...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 02-27-2009, 10:58 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,097
Posted By Pepsi
Okay, It is easy. The more of you who log in the...

Okay, It is easy. The more of you who log in the more who will... Give it a try, say hi, share your experiences...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 02-27-2009, 10:50 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,097
Posted By Pepsi
Chat Room

Suggest that when members log on to view the Forum page they also log into the chat room float. It is a great resource that is going unused. There are enough people logging on to make the chat room...
Forum: General Repair Forum 02-27-2009, 10:37 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,911
Posted By Pepsi
Time to take a step forward... The Furnace is...

Time to take a step forward... The Furnace is working pretty well so far. Today we will be testing all the systems tongue to bumper and giving the trailer a thorough cleaning.

We'll be making a...
Forum: General Repair Forum 02-26-2009, 08:51 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,911
Posted By Pepsi
I haven't taken a step forward. I am on a...

I haven't taken a step forward. I am on a slippery slope and sliding. Today, I repaired the shower tub and the trim. I then found out the furnace, which I serviced, repaired, checked and...
Forum: General Repair Forum 02-26-2009, 08:20 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,911
Posted By Pepsi
Yeah, I got the idea. One game in town. ...

Yeah, I got the idea. One game in town.

Andy, the aluminum Guru. I bow. I am sure this trailer will help make his next house payment.

I am just gathering my shopping list so I get it...
Forum: General Repair Forum 02-24-2009, 06:13 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,911
Posted By Pepsi
Exclamation Quality Control

When I asked about getting parts for my 1992 and my 1975 Airstream trailers:

I got this response: I do not have access to that old of parts. you can can call inland rv at 800-877-7311.

This is...
Forum: General Repair Forum 02-24-2009, 05:45 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,322
Posted By Pepsi
See our post re: quality control and poor wheel...

See our post re: quality control and poor wheel well design... You should not have any problems at all on a trailer that new... Question for you... Did they use particle board on the floor?
Forum: Buyer Guidelines 02-23-2009, 10:04 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 6,177
Posted By Pepsi
Well done.

Well done.
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 02-22-2009, 09:48 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,346
Posted By Pepsi
You are sooo lucky this guy didn't take the job. ...

You are sooo lucky this guy didn't take the job. Of course he would need a place to stay. He is homeless. He would have moved into your trailer, in the heated garage. Sucked you dry working and...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 02-22-2009, 09:01 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 6,891
Posted By Pepsi
Oh, nice car Robert...

Oh, nice car Robert...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 02-22-2009, 08:57 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 6,891
Posted By Pepsi
Who gives a crap, if they top the frame with...

Who gives a crap, if they top the frame with particle board.

Robert Cross said it best. we already pay more. Time to expect more. I was just at a local service shop. They had just done an...
Forum: Buyer Guidelines 02-22-2009, 08:40 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 6,177
Posted By Pepsi
Make sure to tell us how it worked out. Want to...

Make sure to tell us how it worked out. Want to know if you took the plunge.
Forum: Buyer Guidelines 02-18-2009, 06:09 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 6,177
Posted By Pepsi
The longer the trailer the less expensive it...

The longer the trailer the less expensive it tends to be. I have seen trailers this size and vintage go for $3,000.00, if the interior is intact.

I have trailers from two generations, a 1975...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 02-18-2009, 09:38 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 15,982
Posted By Pepsi
QC seems to resonate throughout. ...

QC seems to resonate throughout. "One-size-fits-all may be fine in gimme caps but I want more from $350 dollar Airstream specialties.

If I was to find a used one at a price I liked, I would not...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 02-16-2009, 05:16 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 15,982
Posted By Pepsi
How do I vote on the poll "where is your...

How do I vote on the poll "where is your airstream"?
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 02-16-2009, 05:02 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 15,982
Posted By Pepsi
I've rebuilt the toilet base and the furnace. I...

I've rebuilt the toilet base and the furnace. I am falling back in love with my aluminum palace. Bad case of buyers remorse. Still feel the same re: quality control. Want airstream to do better...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 02-13-2009, 08:15 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 15,982
Posted By Pepsi
My hat is off to Hampstead38. You are a true...

My hat is off to Hampstead38. You are a true wordsmith. Your message was clear and easy to understand. As I said earlier, we the trailer owners are the ones towing the airstream reputation around...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 02-12-2009, 01:47 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 15,982
Posted By Pepsi
Well said, Robert Cross... No, it is not the...

Well said, Robert Cross... No, it is not the buyers fault.

I just don't want to tear at the fabric of Airstream. I'd like to help repair the torn seam. The only way I/we can do that, is to...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 02-12-2009, 10:52 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 15,982
Posted By Pepsi
As the originator of this thread I would like to...

As the originator of this thread I would like to ask anybody else posting on it to keep the message positive. Anything else is just bitching and that does no good.

If you fight evil with evil...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 02-12-2009, 10:44 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 15,982
Posted By Pepsi
Gene, As I said earlier, "As customers I...

Gene,
As I said earlier,

"As customers I feel we need to send a message to Airstream. We love you guys. Don't let us down". The sentiment others are posting is, as I interpet it, we are all...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 02-11-2009, 08:03 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 15,982
Posted By Pepsi
Mercedes builds what? Quality cars for a high...

Mercedes builds what? Quality cars for a high price right?

Airstream builds what? Quality trailers plus for a high price right? That is the claim to fame.

What would happen to Mercedes if...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 02-11-2009, 07:41 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 15,982
Posted By Pepsi
Angry Hey everybody I think one of the Airstream...

Hey everybody I think one of the Airstream Factory reps are reading these posts... Hey Zigzag - no offense, but put the blunt down and pay attention to what the masses are saying. This is a...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 02-11-2009, 07:36 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 15,982
Posted By Pepsi
I don't mean to rain on your parade, but I...

I don't mean to rain on your parade, but I believe that it speaks to our changing society, as much as anything. We live in a 'throw away' society today and quality products of all kinds are in ever...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 02-08-2009, 10:30 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 15,982
Posted By Pepsi
I say we rally at the Airstream factory and camp...

I say we rally at the Airstream factory and camp in the employee parking lot for a week. Maybe they will listen to their fan club if we visit once a year or so. Just kidding. I should watch what I...
Forum: Wheel Wells 02-08-2009, 09:59 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,753
Posted By Pepsi
I would say yes... Clean the seam well then use...

I would say yes... Clean the seam well then use the best adhesive money can buy.
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 02-08-2009, 10:08 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 15,982
Posted By Pepsi
Airstream Quality Control

Sadly Airstream has seemed to level the playing field with other manufacturers in the area of quality control.

I currently own two Airstream trailers. A 1992 25' Excella and a 1975 Trade Wind. ...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 02-08-2009, 09:43 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 7,500
Posted By Pepsi
See our post re: poor wheel well design. Might...

See our post re: poor wheel well design. Might answer many questions for you...
Forum: General Repair Forum 02-08-2009, 09:31 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,322
Posted By Pepsi
As for the leak under the fridge, looks like the...

As for the leak under the fridge, looks like the wheel well seal has failed to the front of your tires. Same as ours did to the rear. Floor needs to be replaced. That is work... The smaller...
Forum: Wheel Wells 02-08-2009, 09:09 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,753
Posted By Pepsi
Wink Let me ponder just how to respond to your...

Let me ponder just how to respond to your message. Well now Jim, I mean no disrespect. I mean you are a 5 rivet member and all. But we seem to have differing mindsets:angry:.

Time is the test...
Forum: Fun & Games 01-29-2009, 09:40 AM
Replies: 1,913
Views: 195,845
Posted By Pepsi
"I don't have to care for what I don't have to...

"I don't have to care for what I don't have to care for". Me, just made it up. :) Sometimes having more is having less.

This lesson taught to me by our latest trailer purchase. Sometimes you...
Forum: Wheel Wells 01-25-2009, 10:26 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,753
Posted By Pepsi
It will truly be a memory to share. My hope is...

It will truly be a memory to share. My hope is to get the word out for other owners to check their wheel wells and the floor surrounding them. If there is any sign of water, seal the seam quick and...
Forum: Wheel Wells 01-24-2009, 10:35 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,753
Posted By Pepsi
Poor Wheel Well Design story and solution

I recently bought a 1992 25' Excella off Craigslist. Honey, :rolleyes:check it out, exactly what we have been looking for. Everything we want.

I know "Buyer Beware". I have to take...
Forum: Windows & Screens 01-22-2009, 09:23 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,970
Posted By Pepsi
Window sealant

Window leak, outer sealant? Airstream has found the stickiest substance known to to man. I am sealing a leaky window. As I was removing the gray outer sealant I found it was just covering a super...
Forum: General Repair Forum 01-22-2009, 09:18 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,890
Posted By Pepsi
I am working on 1992 excella with the same...

I am working on 1992 excella with the same complaint. Poor QC at the factory caused the fender wells to leak to the interior. I can't believe they would merely glue a fender well to the frame and...
Forum: Trailer Values 11-24-2008, 09:18 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,091
Posted By Pepsi
NEVERMIND. Another Craigslist looser trying to...

NEVERMIND. Another Craigslist looser trying to sell somebody else's trailer.
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