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Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 10-09-2023, 06:59 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 333
Posted By ronsgto
1974 Blue Charge Wire .8amp draw

So my airstream came with the Onan battery charger as an option I removed it several year ago installed 2 six volt golf cart batteries in series and tied them into my 12 volt mounted in original...
Forum: 1959-69 Tradewind 12-28-2020, 08:27 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,007
Posted By ronsgto
Thanks much for the info Ron

Thanks much for the info

Ron
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 12-27-2020, 02:52 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,903
Posted By ronsgto
What did you finally do?

I have a similar issue but we damaged the Harvest Gold counter top and would like to use the same. What did you finally do? I do not see this color on Wilsonart site. Also how did you deal with the...
Forum: 1959-69 Tradewind 12-27-2020, 01:24 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,007
Posted By ronsgto
Laminate Counter Top

So we did some damage to the counter laminated counter top. 1974 Overlander so looks like I am going to have to make one customer or get it made. The side up against the wall looks to be formed up...
Forum: General Repair Forum 09-11-2016, 01:13 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 923
Posted By ronsgto
One thing that would be helpful if any one as the...

One thing that would be helpful if any one as the time is take a picture of the wiring on the battery charger. Foolishly I disconnected everything not anticipating this issue. There is a block with...
Forum: General Repair Forum 09-03-2016, 10:01 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 923
Posted By ronsgto
Thanks I don't have a schematic and as you know...

Thanks I don't have a schematic and as you know finding the start connections can be tricky. When I pulled the old battery charger I did disconnect some things so I will start there. That is when...
Forum: General Repair Forum 08-30-2016, 10:27 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 923
Posted By ronsgto
1974 International Control Panel Wiring

Hello hoping someone can help me out here. My gray and black tanks do not show the level I think it is a wiring problem but not the sensor in the tanks. Can't seem to find out where the wires go from...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 01-14-2015, 07:52 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 28,916
Posted By ronsgto
I had a similar problem I repossistioned the...

I had a similar problem I repossistioned the coupler cleaned the surface and have been using it for several years now. Just a thought.


Ron
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 07-27-2014, 06:19 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 21,241
Posted By ronsgto
Installed Intele Power 9200

I know this is an old post but was not sure where to post. I have a 1974 Overlander installed the 9200 and an external fuse panel. My question is where should I hook up the blue charge line? I have...
Forum: Doors & Locks 07-17-2014, 03:30 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,242
Posted By ronsgto
I can't say for sure but Out of Door Mart has a...

I can't say for sure but Out of Door Mart has a nice blow up on it that you can take a look at. I did machine a pin for mine and I don't have the problem you mention.

Sorry I can't be of more...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 06-17-2014, 08:37 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 7,015
Posted By ronsgto
I know this is an old post but it would be nice...

I know this is an old post but it would be nice to here from original poster as what was done. I am an auto tech and yes you must have a fuse panel or inline fuse to protect each circuit. The...
Forum: Doors & Locks 06-03-2014, 02:05 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,242
Posted By ronsgto
Thanks Bart that helps a bunch. Looks like you...

Thanks Bart that helps a bunch. Looks like you must have also machined down the 1/4 inch rod because at least in mine the 1/4 rod will not fit in the hole. The pin would have to be just slightly...
Forum: Doors & Locks 05-26-2014, 10:32 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,242
Posted By ronsgto
Just discovered the problem

Well now I know why I can not lock the door from the inside. Do you by any chance remember the thread size on the pin. I am sure I could make the pin as well but would be helpful to know what tap to...
Forum: Audio, Video & TV 09-02-2012, 09:26 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,086
Posted By ronsgto
I do have another question. I have been looking...

I do have another question. I have been looking at a number of suggestions on external antenas but just not sure what to get. It kind of looks like that you have to drill 1/2 inch hole to mount it....
Forum: Electronics & Connectivity 09-02-2012, 01:26 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,645
Posted By ronsgto
Texasbound what did you ever do with your antena?...

Texasbound what did you ever do with your antena? I think we both have the T.V. antena combination but mine does not work well. I have the old radio mounted in the side cabinet so I was thinking of...
Forum: Audio, Video & TV 08-28-2012, 07:30 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,086
Posted By ronsgto
I agree thanks for the info to be perfectly...

I agree thanks for the info to be perfectly honest the radio is not a major concern have other things need work priory to that so I will put that on my to do list.
Forum: Audio, Video & TV 08-27-2012, 01:42 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,086
Posted By ronsgto
I know this is an older post but I am hoping to...

I know this is an older post but I am hoping to get sometime additional information on my 1974 overlander. Where is the coupler located I have the TV antena that's suppose to work with my radio as...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 08-26-2012, 08:49 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,919
Posted By ronsgto
Sorry took so long to get back to you but yes I...

Sorry took so long to get back to you but yes I did get it out you just have to remove the screws around the housing and remove wires. I have decided not to do anymore with this generator/battery...
Forum: Electronics & Connectivity 08-26-2012, 08:43 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,645
Posted By ronsgto
I have something similar and did not think this...

I have something similar and did not think this had any thing to do with the antena. This indicates if your turn signals and parking lights work. Maybe yours is different but anyway I would like to...
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 06-29-2012, 12:31 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,517
Posted By ronsgto
Dometic Knob

I had the same problem and now trying to find the knobs. Anyone know where to get them. I have a 1974 Overlander with original refer. Not with the trailer right now so can't rember the model. Thanks...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 11-24-2011, 05:01 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 28,916
Posted By ronsgto
As usual this is always a good site. I bought a...

As usual this is always a good site. I bought a cargo trailer with an Olympic Cat heater and just got if fired up. Ohwell now I have to see if I can get my Therm'x Mark V working now that I know how...
Forum: Awnings 11-13-2010, 08:48 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,496
Posted By ronsgto
Yes Bill that is just what I found. Did you have...

Yes Bill that is just what I found. Did you have to do anything with the poly cord or just replace the spring. Looks like I need to undue the thread and each one of the seems or the cord will not go...
Forum: Awnings 11-13-2010, 07:40 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,496
Posted By ronsgto
I will look into that but Zipdee did not indicate...

I will look into that but Zipdee did not indicate anything like that when I talked to them. They just said its tough but you can fish it thorough. I will try electricians fish tape and update the...
Forum: Awnings 11-11-2010, 07:45 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,496
Posted By ronsgto
That's and idea I will check and see how small of...

That's and idea I will check and see how small of an electricians fish tape and can get. Thanks much.


Ron L
Forum: Awnings 11-11-2010, 07:43 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,496
Posted By ronsgto
I usually can think things through like that but...

I usually can think things through like that but it did not come to my mind but that sounds like a great idea. Thanks for all the replies on this forum it sure comes in handy.

Ron L:)
Forum: Awnings 11-11-2010, 05:47 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,496
Posted By ronsgto
Poly Cord into Case

I have looked all over the forum and have not found any thing on this particular issue although I bet its there. My Zipdee awning fabric in good. The area where is is crimped into the case apparently...
Forum: Axles 11-10-2010, 06:03 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 8,191
Posted By ronsgto
Dexter directly or distributor

That's sounds like a good deal. Did you deal directly with Dexter or did you go with one of their distibutors?

Ron L
Forum: Axles 11-10-2010, 05:59 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 8,191
Posted By ronsgto
That's sounds like just what I need though I...

That's sounds like just what I need though I might up the axles to 3500lb cap. I also want to go 30 degr down instead of 22.5. I would like to swap my breaks over as well as they seem to be in pretty...
Forum: Axles 11-09-2010, 10:40 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 8,191
Posted By ronsgto
Say Aviator I see your trailer is a 1997 is that...

Say Aviator I see your trailer is a 1997 is that what you are getting your axles for? Seems kind of premature to need axles already. Did you choose to go complete with brakes and drums? That's good...
Forum: Axles 11-08-2010, 09:11 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 8,191
Posted By ronsgto
Jim I know this post is dated back to February so...

Jim I know this post is dated back to February so I was wondering are you sure Dexter will derate their axles as you suggested. I have a similar problem budget is a concern so buying Henschen axles...
Forum: Axles 11-07-2010, 03:55 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,656
Posted By ronsgto
How did this finaly work out

Would be currious to see what finaly happened. Can you post an update when you get a chance. I am in the same boat need axles but don't want to go from 12 inch brakes down to 10 inch. Some claim that...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 09-20-2010, 07:32 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,919
Posted By ronsgto
Removing Onan Generator '74 Land Yacht

Hello friends sorry if this has been posted before but not able to find out anything on it. I have an old Onan Model TL-212 R in my 1974 Airstream and am looking for assistance on how to remove it....
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 09-29-2009, 07:53 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,853
Posted By ronsgto
Sorry I don't have that info I never replaced...

Sorry I don't have that info I never replaced mine. You should be able to find the info on the forum if you searched.
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 02-13-2009, 09:53 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,692
Posted By ronsgto
I have done extensive research and the gas valve...

I have done extensive research and the gas valve is not available. Yes there was a recall on this system and you would have to determine if the recall work was done. But ofcourse that does not sovle...
Forum: Steps 10-16-2008, 03:51 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,201
Posted By ronsgto
I know this is an old post just hope to get a...

I know this is an old post just hope to get a responce to my problem. I wan't to repair my fold down steps. Where to get the parts and the hardware if any would be helpful.
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 09-20-2008, 08:09 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,784
Posted By ronsgto
I appreciate all the info and of course I do not...

I appreciate all the info and of course I do not want to endanger my family. By know means am I blowing my own horn but I have been doing mechanical repairs for years so I wanted to look into what...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 09-18-2008, 10:01 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,853
Posted By ronsgto
Well I pulled the unit out cleaned it and yes it...

Well I pulled the unit out cleaned it and yes it was dirty inside but not that much rust. It had wasp nest in the exchanger. Looking in the heat exchange it looks pretty good not much rust it may not...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 09-18-2008, 04:53 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,853
Posted By ronsgto
Thanks much Andy that's just want I am going to...

Thanks much Andy that's just want I am going to do.
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 09-18-2008, 04:09 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,853
Posted By ronsgto
Flame shot out of Furnace NT-32

I hope this is proper to do. I have asked a couple of questions about my furnance but I just added the question to the end of other post. I though I would try and start from scratch. Its on a 1974...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 09-17-2008, 05:26 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,784
Posted By ronsgto
I have been trying to get some help on my NT-32....

I have been trying to get some help on my NT-32. When I try and light the pilot it lights but somehow LPG builds up and poof flame out the front last time burned the hair on my arm. What is causing...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 09-16-2008, 11:50 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,692
Posted By ronsgto
I have the same problem as Lothlorian on my 1974...

I have the same problem as Lothlorian on my 1974 Overlander. I double checked that the thermostat was set to off and it is. I hold the reset button so the thermal coupler will heat up and a flame...
Forum: General Interior Topics 09-16-2008, 10:46 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,483
Posted By ronsgto
Thanks much that helps a lot. Looks like some...

Thanks much that helps a lot. Looks like some take tie on mantles and some take click on ones like the pic you show. I temporarly tied on a coleman one and it works but not very bright. I think it is...
Forum: Refrigerators 09-16-2008, 04:51 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,223
Posted By ronsgto
Thanks very much I did just one problem which...

Thanks very much I did just one problem which maybe the whole problem. The dial was broken internaly thus when I though I had it on 2 or 3 it was probably set much higher. I managed to use the dial...
Forum: General Interior Topics 09-16-2008, 04:15 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,483
Posted By ronsgto
I know this is an old post but I would like to...

I know this is an old post but I would like to know what Mantle to use.
Forum: Refrigerators 09-16-2008, 12:16 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,223
Posted By ronsgto
Lewster I was looking at this and I have a...

Lewster I was looking at this and I have a similar problem. I did not see any answer to the original. Where can I get a thermostat for the Dometic refer. My problem appears to be in the LP side. No...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 08-13-2008, 10:55 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,273
Posted By ronsgto
Well you guys have been great. Now I have a real...

Well you guys have been great. Now I have a real idea of what I need to do. I don't have any pics for now but I will try and get some and send it via email if thats okay.
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 08-13-2008, 10:25 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,273
Posted By ronsgto
Balgrn if that's possible that would be great....

Balgrn if that's possible that would be great. Are you saying that there is a drain in the tank? Pull the under carriage pan and I will see a drain? The pics would really help. Thanks very much.
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 08-13-2008, 09:15 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,273
Posted By ronsgto
Mine is a center bath and its certainly not in...

Mine is a center bath and its certainly not in the shape of balrgn. Since mine is center bath is the black tank mounted in a different place? There is a pan on the underside with a piece of angle in...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 08-13-2008, 12:33 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,273
Posted By ronsgto
Replacing black water tank 1974 overlander

I have looked over the threads but mabe I am missing something. Need some directions or help on replacing my blackwater tank. There seems to be a leak when it is full. When its full get some dripping...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 08-09-2008, 10:01 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,222
Posted By ronsgto
I know this an older post but I would love to see...

I know this an older post but I would love to see that floor plan also. You can use microsoft document image scanner with windows vista and it should scan even if you don't have the right drivers....
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