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Forum: Vintage Kin 09-20-2015, 07:27 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,601
Posted By Not Done
I just purchased S/N#121028. Were these measured...

I just purchased S/N#121028. Were these measured overall at 14' or minus the tongue at 12'? It was completely gutted when I purchased it. The shell is off now and I'll be starting on the frame soon....
Forum: Member Introductions 08-28-2015, 10:48 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 931
Posted By Not Done
Welcome Turbobill, I was born and raised...

Welcome Turbobill,

I was born and raised in your area...

I don't have experience with Richland but I agree with Blue Pearl, reserve early. Early means a year in advance for some places.
...
Forum: 2009-2015 Flying Cloud 08-28-2015, 03:59 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 9,744
Posted By Not Done
Its my understanding that the current standard...

Its my understanding that the current standard method of measuring trailers excludes the tongue and the rear bumper. However, Airstream doesn't adhere to this standard and continues to measure from...
Forum: Winterizing, Storage, Carports & Covers 08-23-2015, 12:30 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,502
Posted By Not Done
Hi Scott, Welcome to WA. I live about...

Hi Scott,

Welcome to WA. I live about 200miles North of Vancouver so I can't contribute to Q#1.

Q#2. YES, you will need to winterize.

Q#3. Right off the bat there are probably 10...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 08-16-2015, 01:01 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,323
Posted By Not Done
Sorry this happened...

Sorry this happened...
Forum: Airstream Classifieds 08-16-2015, 12:09 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 454
Posted By Not Done
1973 Airstream Excella 500 31 - Washington

Title: 1973 Airstream Excella 500 31 - Washington
I just posted a new ad on Airstream Classifieds.

We purchased this trailer as a major tear down in 2008 and restored it to our liking with...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 08-16-2015, 11:28 AM
Replies: 192
Views: 24,537
Posted By Not Done
I too have the Reese Strait line WD with trunnion...

I too have the Reese Strait line WD with trunnion style bars and dual cam. I love it.

The role of the dual cam, briefly: The Weight Distribution (WD) bars are under spring tension and requires...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 08-13-2015, 10:09 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 12,654
Posted By Not Done
The Tire and Load sticker is correct for THOSE...

The Tire and Load sticker is correct for THOSE TIRES at that published air pressure... The Title of the label explains the context of the label.

The Tire and Load sticker does not reflect the...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 08-07-2015, 07:14 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 6,683
Posted By Not Done
Yes I heard another Ecoboost is coming. But with...

Yes I heard another Ecoboost is coming. But with 3.5l Eco specs being better than the 6.2l specs you'd think they'd simply put the superior 3.5L eco in the F250/F350. The only reasons I can come up...
Forum: Exterior Restoration Forum 08-07-2015, 10:08 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,934
Posted By Not Done
Thank you Andy.

Thank you Andy.
Forum: Member Introductions 08-07-2015, 10:01 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,012
Posted By Not Done
Very nice!

Very nice!
Forum: Tow Vehicles 08-07-2015, 09:58 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 6,683
Posted By Not Done
One thing that puzzles me; With the 3.5L EcoBoost...

One thing that puzzles me; With the 3.5L EcoBoost being so great, meaning better than the 6.2L, why doesn't Ford doesn't offer it in the F250 and F350 instead of the 6.2?

I've been wondering...
Forum: Windows & Screens 08-06-2015, 10:02 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 976
Posted By Not Done
Check out Inland RV. If you don't need the frame...

Check out Inland RV. If you don't need the frame you may end up replacing the glass with some other material i.e. Lexan. I have Lexan (or Plexiglas?) on one window. It doesn't fog the same and glass...
Forum: 2009-2015 Flying Cloud 08-06-2015, 09:56 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 6,872
Posted By Not Done
Piggy Bank has some good points. In our first...

Piggy Bank has some good points. In our first trailer was small and the bed was the dinette, we were happy and content. One trip we go were talking to the neighbors in the campsite next to us who had...
Forum: Exterior Restoration Forum 08-06-2015, 09:44 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,162
Posted By Not Done
Welcome to the forums and congrats on the new...

Welcome to the forums and congrats on the new trailer. Just up the road from you in Marysville.

John
Forum: 1970-79 Tradewind 08-06-2015, 09:17 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,989
Posted By Not Done
You can locate the gray water tank by looking for...

You can locate the gray water tank by looking for the vent pipe on the roof. The tank should be directly below that. No vent means no tank, I assume.
Forum: Exterior Restoration Forum 08-05-2015, 05:48 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,934
Posted By Not Done
Andy, Thank you as always!!! I should...

Andy,

Thank you as always!!!

I should be able to take the panels to an auto paint shop. They won't take the trailer but the panels shouldn't be a problem.

Thank you,

John
Forum: Tow Vehicles 08-05-2015, 04:53 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 6,683
Posted By Not Done
The cover of the Owner's Manual for my #7200 AS...

The cover of the Owner's Manual for my #7200 AS features a Ford Torino as the tow vehicle.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 08-05-2015, 04:03 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 6,683
Posted By Not Done
What do you mean by "tow Capable" when you said...

What do you mean by "tow Capable" when you said the Dealer did not have a "tow Capable" Tundra?

Thanks,

John
Forum: Steps 08-05-2015, 03:25 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 14,608
Posted By Not Done
badkat, Are the Aluminum and steel steps...

badkat,

Are the Aluminum and steel steps interchangeable? In other words, are they the same dimensions and bolt pattern, no modification required?

Thanks,

John
Forum: Steps 08-04-2015, 09:48 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 14,608
Posted By Not Done
My steps are aluminum. I see that Inland RV has...

My steps are aluminum. I see that Inland RV has both aluminum replacement steps and parts for the aluminum. I may just repair mine with his parts.
Forum: Exterior Restoration Forum 08-04-2015, 09:43 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,934
Posted By Not Done
The factory has no replacement. The band is...

The factory has no replacement. The band is riveted on but I don't know if adhesive was also used. The material looks like laminate for a countertop. Does anyone know if that's what it is or if that...
Forum: Exterior Restoration Forum 08-03-2015, 02:05 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,934
Posted By Not Done
Excella 500 blue waist band replacement

The 8" high blue stripe is no longer fit for duty. The original material appears to be laminate.

I intend to remove the old stripe but not sure what I should replace it with.

I haven't found a...
Forum: Steps 08-01-2015, 10:11 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 14,608
Posted By Not Done
The replacement step appears to be metal. Was...

The replacement step appears to be metal. Was your original step metal or aluminum?
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 08-01-2015, 09:19 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,620
Posted By Not Done
I believe the FIRST generator of the Honda EU...

I believe the FIRST generator of the Honda EU 2000i is always the Regular. The optional SECOND one is the Companion. The Companion is for applications when the one isn't enough so its the second one.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 07-31-2015, 04:00 PM
Replies: 168
Views: 12,429
Posted By Not Done
Dan, Those deletes mean the truck wont pass...

Dan,

Those deletes mean the truck wont pass emissions testing...

John
Forum: 1970-79 Tradewind 07-31-2015, 02:23 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,989
Posted By Not Done
You asked for ideas... here's what I did. ...

You asked for ideas... here's what I did.

I "treated" the plywood myself with an outdoor rated sealer.

You'll encounter a problem when you install your new floor. The top lip of the...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 07-31-2015, 01:57 PM
Replies: 168
Views: 12,429
Posted By Not Done
I made a typo in my earlier post. "In my...

I made a typo in my earlier post.

"In my opinion the left lane is attainable and undesirable anyway."

Should have been; In my opinion the left lane is UNattainable and undesirable anyway.
...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 07-31-2015, 10:30 AM
Replies: 168
Views: 12,429
Posted By Not Done
I'll throw this out there. I have a 1/2 ton truck...

I'll throw this out there. I have a 1/2 ton truck (5.7L Approx 400HP, 400FTLBS,) and a 7,200# AS. I have not yet found a hill bigger than the truck but perhaps my perspective is a bit different.
...
Forum: General Interior Topics 07-24-2015, 06:56 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,292
Posted By Not Done
Yeah, why not? I've thought of doing that myself....

Yeah, why not? I've thought of doing that myself. Now I'm thinking of asking you to do it for me. :)
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 07-23-2015, 01:57 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,067
Posted By Not Done
Welcome Tony!

Welcome Tony!
Forum: Full-Timing, Winter Living & Workamping 07-19-2015, 10:59 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 9,211
Posted By Not Done
Never lost a hanger. We also have a little...

Never lost a hanger. We also have a little painted tin flower pot (on a rubber mat) with plastic flowers that travels on the counter. I think the only time I've had to pick it up off the floor is...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 07-15-2015, 01:38 PM
Replies: 117
Views: 34,509
Posted By Not Done
2007 Tundra Crewmax 4X4 5.7L with 124,000. ...

2007 Tundra Crewmax 4X4 5.7L with 124,000.

Empty (not towing) I-5 at 65 MPH from Marysville WA to Olympia WA (100 miles) 18.9 MPG according to the factory installed driving computer. Same trip...
Forum: On The Road... 07-15-2015, 01:21 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,439
Posted By Not Done
I've suffered from low clearance a few times but...

I've suffered from low clearance a few times but I've learned to watch for the trouble spots. I'm considering a couple of wheels near the back. On another note; Keep in mind that Airstream continues...
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 07-11-2015, 09:23 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,875
Posted By Not Done
I'm not sure so verify: It's my impression that...

I'm not sure so verify: It's my impression that you can position your quick disconnect BEFORE the trailer's regulator. In other words, between the trailer's tank and the trailer's regulator. This...
Forum: General Repair Forum 07-07-2015, 05:24 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,364
Posted By Not Done
It's my understanding that missing rivet heads...

It's my understanding that missing rivet heads CAN be a symptom of the AS not having a soft enough ride. That scenario would be attributed to either the trailer tires/suspension and/or the "hitch...
Forum: Our Community 07-07-2015, 05:12 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 886
Posted By Not Done
Some model years don't "polish Up" like other...

Some model years don't "polish Up" like other years. I don't know about '86 but I suggest that you confirm your goal is attainable before buying a polisher.

Hope I helped,

John
Forum: Tow Vehicles 07-03-2015, 02:54 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 8,191
Posted By Not Done
When your dog rolls in a dead Seal it finds on...

When your dog rolls in a dead Seal it finds on the beach you'll wish you had a truck bed rather than an SUV.
Forum: Member Introductions 07-03-2015, 11:34 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,413
Posted By Not Done
Welcome Snarlz, I'm less than 100 miles...

Welcome Snarlz,

I'm less than 100 miles to your North.

John
Forum: Tow Vehicles 07-01-2015, 01:14 PM
Replies: 391
Views: 47,712
Posted By Not Done
The AS manual for my 1973 31' depicts a car...

The AS manual for my 1973 31' depicts a car towing the AS.

I suspect most AS can likely be safely towed with a 1/2 ton truck, especially a modern 1/2 ton PROPERLY equipped.

Note: The...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 08-18-2013, 12:47 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 7,819
Posted By Not Done
DC is not the same as SC. The Cam wants the...

DC is not the same as SC. The Cam wants the trailer to be "in a straight line" (thus the name Straight Line) with the TV. As JD pointed out, if it's not straight the cams will apply force. The SC...
Forum: Leaks - Weatherstrips, Gaskets, Caulks & Sealants 07-29-2013, 11:02 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 7,453
Posted By Not Done
I removed the rivets from suspect exterior body...

I removed the rivets from suspect exterior body panels, roof vents, and window frames. Removed the old sealer/gasgets. Resealed, reriveted, and now no leaky.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 07-17-2013, 09:50 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,425
Posted By Not Done
But how does that compare to a larger...

But how does that compare to a larger displacement with the same tow/haul mode?
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 07-17-2013, 08:23 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 7,819
Posted By Not Done
Clarification: If read correctly; SteveH...

Clarification: If read correctly;
SteveH inquired about SC that does NOT incorporate Dual-Cam (DC)
BigPine said his was the same (meaning NOT DC)
Larry C Commented as though BigPine has DC and I...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 07-17-2013, 08:01 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,425
Posted By Not Done
How does the 3.5L eco boost engine compare to...

How does the 3.5L eco boost engine compare to larger displacements ie 5.0L or 6.2L when using engine compression the slow the rig or maintian speed when coming down the mountains?
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 07-13-2013, 07:58 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 7,819
Posted By Not Done
I have the Reese Dual-Cam sway control. I do not...

I have the Reese Dual-Cam sway control. I do not believe Dual-Cam system is considered a friction system. It is a fantastic system. It took a day or so and trip to the scales to get it dialed in. I...
Forum: 1978- 1979 Excella 500 07-13-2013, 07:48 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,963
Posted By Not Done
oops, I haven't done that one...yet.

oops, I haven't done that one...yet.
Forum: On The Road... 07-13-2013, 07:38 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,755
Posted By Not Done
On our 31' the water tank is just in front of the...

On our 31' the water tank is just in front of the axles. The gray water is over the axles. The black water is behind the axles.
Forum: General Repair Forum 07-13-2013, 05:59 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,459
Posted By Not Done
I added a third valve after the two lines join...

I added a third valve after the two lines join just before the cap. The third valve keeps the cap dry in case the other valves have leaked due to not closing all of the way. Its installed outside of...
Forum: Floor Finishes 07-13-2013, 12:37 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,632
Posted By Not Done
I had a similar problem with Allure flooring. The...

I had a similar problem with Allure flooring. The manufacturer said that its not for use in RVs do to the large temp ranges. Others have used it with good results.
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