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Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 10-25-2014, 01:51 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,230
Posted By Bob Thompson
The person who called me out has since...

The person who called me out has since apologized, explaining he is in the middle of a family event. My sympathies go to him and his family. All is forgiven.
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 10-25-2014, 12:34 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,230
Posted By Bob Thompson
Damn, I almost fell off my stool with that one!

Damn, I almost fell off my stool with that one!
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 10-25-2014, 06:34 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,230
Posted By Bob Thompson
J Morgan, sadly, no .................... it was...

J Morgan, sadly, no .................... it was not part of a joke. Someone got all crossed up about my attempted humor and got in my face big time. They took it very personal. Made me want to say...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 10-25-2014, 06:30 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,230
Posted By Bob Thompson
CWF, remember.......access your beer from glass...

CWF, remember.......access your beer from glass containers!
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 10-24-2014, 12:40 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,230
Posted By Bob Thompson
I have been reminded that I am in need of...

I have been reminded that I am in need of sensitivity training. I guess I can cancel my humor classes! So.....long!
Forum: Tires 10-23-2014, 04:31 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,347
Posted By Bob Thompson
You can get Sendel wheels for about $115 shipped...

You can get Sendel wheels for about $115 shipped from : 16 inch Aluminum Trailer Wheels Free Shipping over $75. (https://www.trailer-wheels.com/16-in-Alulminum-Rims_c_397.html)

and Michelin LTX...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 10-23-2014, 11:49 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,230
Posted By Bob Thompson
Oh no! I've spent too much time polishing the Airstream!

Airstreams are making us nuts!

https://www.yahoo.com/health/5-ways-to-lower-your-risk-for-alzheimers-disease-100615378227.html

Pass the mineral water, please, and make it quick! I can't stand...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 09-05-2014, 10:03 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,488
Posted By Bob Thompson
The problem occurs when you use treated wood...

The problem occurs when you use treated wood which has been treated with copper based wood preservatives. When copper comes into contact with aluminum, it tends to make a battery. Non copper based...
Forum: Airstream Classifieds 01-27-2014, 11:15 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 695
Posted By Bob Thompson
1997 Airstream Excella 25 - Texas

I Keri, the hitch jack is electric on this trailer. I'm sure it is the original electric jack. I keep it properly greased so it gives me no problems.
Forum: Airstream Classifieds 01-26-2014, 09:50 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 695
Posted By Bob Thompson
1997 Airstream Excella 25 - Texas

Hi Rick, We've traveled so much over the past 15 years and have become jaded to places that used to leave us in awe! We're going to get out of RV'ing. The trailer we are selling is ideally set up...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 01-22-2014, 07:10 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 28,564
Posted By Bob Thompson
I just checked the Coosa at Boat Outfitters. A...

I just checked the Coosa at Boat Outfitters. A 4x8 x3/4" sheet........$326 plus freight.
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 01-20-2014, 10:59 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 28,564
Posted By Bob Thompson
I think the key here is to NOT use "green tinted"...

I think the key here is to NOT use "green tinted" wood. The green tint, I know as Wolmanized comes from copper nitrate applied to the wood. When copper and aluminum come into contact they create a...
Forum: On The Road... 01-19-2014, 10:15 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,342
Posted By Bob Thompson
Sonomo County Fairgrounds RV Park at 1500 Aston...

Sonomo County Fairgrounds RV Park at 1500 Aston Ave, Santa Rosa. Call CG Host at 707-293-8410. or email: info@sonomacountyfair.com $25 - $30/nt w/ water+elec. $5 to dump. Looks to have 120 spaces....
Forum: Airstream Classifieds 01-16-2014, 03:50 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 695
Posted By Bob Thompson
1997 Airstream Excella 25 - Texas

Title: 1997 Airstream Excella 25 - Texas
We just listed our 1997 Airstream Excella for Sale on Airstream Classifieds.

Year: 1997 Make: Airstream Model: Excella Length: 25'
...
Forum: Exterior Restoration Forum 01-12-2014, 02:31 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 937
Posted By Bob Thompson
When I painted my Airstream I got a couple small...

When I painted my Airstream I got a couple small runs in the clearcoat. I was able to easily get them out using a small sanding block I got from the auto paint store. It was called "Mir K1500...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 01-11-2014, 09:20 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 10,171
Posted By Bob Thompson
Steve, I faced a similar situation when buying...

Steve, I faced a similar situation when buying tires for my Tundra. I know that one of the first things most Ford 250 owners do when they first buy their truck it take off the Michelins which come on...
Forum: Global 'streaming 01-08-2014, 11:52 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 3,466
Posted By Bob Thompson
Is there a website for Europeans planning to tour USA?

During my September trip I encounter a couple in Houston who were wrapping up a US tour in a Class A. They had purchased the RV, did a 12 month tour of the US, and were in the process of selling it...
Forum: Airstream Classifieds 01-06-2014, 12:53 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 494
Posted By Bob Thompson
2009 Toyota Tundra Double Cab

Title:
I just posted a new ad on Airstream Classifieds.

Selling my 2009 Toyota Tundra. It's a great truck. Absolutely no problems. Clean title in hand. 87k miles, senior driven, synthetic...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 01-04-2014, 09:15 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,538
Posted By Bob Thompson
I had a similar squeal coming from my Atwood...

I had a similar squeal coming from my Atwood Furnace on our '97 Excella. It just started to make the noise as we were returning home from a trip last week. After reading above, I decided to tackle...
Forum: General Repair Forum 01-03-2014, 03:53 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,325
Posted By Bob Thompson
You would be correct to be cautious about the...

You would be correct to be cautious about the clearance needed to use a jig saw to cut an access hole. If I were doing it, I would use the shortest jig saw blade that would still cut the metal, and...
Forum: General Repair Forum 01-03-2014, 11:34 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,325
Posted By Bob Thompson
There is a similar barbed fitting coming out of...

There is a similar barbed fitting coming out of the tank. One end of the hose goes over it and the other end of the hose attaches to the drain valve. I didn't realize you didn't have an inspection...
Forum: General Repair Forum 01-03-2014, 08:41 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,325
Posted By Bob Thompson
The stock valve should resemble something like...

The stock valve should resemble something like this:
https://www.airforums.com/attachments/photobucket/img_1398974_0_f6fbd717f52de70bd34a9e22b9a80942.jpg...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 01-02-2014, 11:40 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,527
Posted By Bob Thompson
I do thank all those who have responded. Your...

I do thank all those who have responded. Your wisdom has made it easier to make a difficult decision. We've decided to sell our '97 25' Excella and our '09 Tundra and get out of RVing. We've had...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 01-01-2014, 07:11 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,527
Posted By Bob Thompson
When is it time to give up RVing and sell our 25' Excella?

We just returned from a wonderful trip to the Florida Keys and as we were driving home, the question came up...."Is it time to sell our 25' Excella and get out of RV'ing?" For the past 15 years we've...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 12-04-2013, 07:34 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 6,868
Posted By Bob Thompson
I, too, am an architect and I chose the used...

I, too, am an architect and I chose the used route because it did give me a chance to save more for retirement. I got a good deal on a used 25' Excella. I changed it up bigtime to meet my own wants...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 11-29-2013, 12:18 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,582
Posted By Bob Thompson
Just about anybody can buy a good pickup if his...

Just about anybody can buy a good pickup if his budget is $35,000 but this guy's budget is $5000 so he has to be especially selective. He's really looking for a truck that has over 120k miles, and...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 11-29-2013, 09:25 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,582
Posted By Bob Thompson
My neighbor wasn't nearly as happy with his '97...

My neighbor wasn't nearly as happy with his '97 Ford F150 as the above posters. At 112k miles he sold it for $2700 and was glad to see it go before it had to make another trip to the shop for...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 11-29-2013, 07:31 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,582
Posted By Bob Thompson
If I were looking for a used 1st generation...

If I were looking for a used 1st generation Tundra, I'd try to find one that the owner took especially good care of, particularly when it comes to oil and filter changes, brakes, transmission flush,...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 11-28-2013, 10:25 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,582
Posted By Bob Thompson
I'd look for a first generation Toyota Tundra...

I'd look for a first generation Toyota Tundra extra cab with a 4.7 liter V8. I had one and it was a great truck. I bought it new, put 187k miles on it and it ran like new and was tight and drove...
Forum: Fun & Games 11-15-2013, 07:04 AM
Replies: 1,913
Views: 195,972
Posted By Bob Thompson
Don't invite the Devil in!

Don't invite the Devil in!
Forum: On The Road... 11-14-2013, 09:13 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,495
Posted By Bob Thompson
Our favorite is Potter's Creek Campground on...

Our favorite is Potter's Creek Campground on Canyon Lake, about 60 miles north of San Antonio. It's quiet, peaceful, spacious, beautiful, and affordable. It is one of the Corps of Engineers...
Forum: Tires 11-12-2013, 04:03 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,282
Posted By Bob Thompson
Well.....my nephews went off to buy tires for the...

Well.....my nephews went off to buy tires for the trailer at the local store which of course was not a Yokohama dealer. So they got what the dealer had....Carlisle ST tires. Aaaaarrrrrge! The...
Forum: Tires 11-07-2013, 06:44 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,282
Posted By Bob Thompson
Anyone tried the Yokohama Y356 LT tires?

My sister-in-law has a SOB 21' trailer with 14" wheels. She's been running Maxxis M8008 tires in ST 205-75/R14. The tires are about 6 years old, mostly just sitting in the back yard and showing lots...
Forum: On The Road... 10-27-2013, 11:44 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,986
Posted By Bob Thompson
try this (when you find a place near where you...

try this (when you find a place near where you want to be, zoom way in and switch to satelite view and you can see the layout, shade trees, etc. https://maps.google.com/maps/ms?ie=UTF&msa=0&msid=...
Forum: Tires 10-09-2013, 10:14 PM
Replies: 161
Views: 16,218
Posted By Bob Thompson
Well....I started the whole "switch to 16" wheels...

Well....I started the whole "switch to 16" wheels and LT tires thing"
back in May of 2005 after a blowout on a GYM. See:...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 10-04-2013, 01:35 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,439
Posted By Bob Thompson
The few times my wife and I tried a short ride in...

The few times my wife and I tried a short ride in the trailer it was very much like riding in a motorhome. As for you dad........I'll bet he's smiling!
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 08-26-2013, 11:18 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,924
Posted By Bob Thompson
Gorilla brand chrome lug nuts are high quality,...

Gorilla brand chrome lug nuts are high quality, similar to McGard. Both are top shelf products.
Forum: Upholstery, Blinds, Walls & Interior Finishes 08-23-2013, 01:20 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,463
Posted By Bob Thompson
That fabric is also called "Frontrunner" and...

That fabric is also called "Frontrunner" and should be available at most larger upholstry supply houses.
Forum: General Interior Topics 08-21-2013, 01:13 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,253
Posted By Bob Thompson
I think the key here is to understand what you...

I think the key here is to understand what you are getting. Tempur-Pedic brand uses 5 lb. per cubic foot viscous foam. In this game, weight is quality, so you want to purchase a mattress where the...
Forum: Clearcoat, Exterior Paint & Trim 06-19-2013, 09:51 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,113
Posted By Bob Thompson
My project:...

My project: https://www.airforums.com/forums/f474/chronology-of-painting-my-excella-25-a-10522.html
Forum: General Repair Forum 06-14-2013, 09:40 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,765
Posted By Bob Thompson
Go to an autobody / paint store and get some 3M...

Go to an autobody / paint store and get some 3M molding adhesive tape. The tape is double sided, will be charcoal grey in color with a red plastic peel off backing. Clean the surfaces very clean...
Forum: Brakes & Brake Controllers 05-24-2013, 05:50 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 6,845
Posted By Bob Thompson
Could it be the design of the controller? My...

Could it be the design of the controller? My trailer doesn't start braking hard until the truck is doing some serious deceleration, then the trailer adjusts to that deceleration rate. Just a...
Forum: Brakes & Brake Controllers 05-23-2013, 10:32 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 6,845
Posted By Bob Thompson
In Post #5 Tim said he put the "lefts on the curb...

In Post #5 Tim said he put the "lefts on the curb side".........aren't lefts supposed to be on the driver side?
Forum: On The Road... 05-07-2013, 07:30 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,767
Posted By Bob Thompson
Shade is definitely in short supply at the NAS...

Shade is definitely in short supply at the NAS Corpus Christi, but I recall seeing a few trees. I remember thinking the trees might provide some shade in the morning or in the afternoon, but not...
Forum: On The Road... 05-06-2013, 07:10 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,767
Posted By Bob Thompson
I just found a number which can help get you the...

I just found a number which can help get you the MWR office at NAS Corpus Christi. Call: (361) 961-1293. Either they will help you or they will direct you to the right contacts.
Forum: On The Road... 05-06-2013, 06:37 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,767
Posted By Bob Thompson
I live here in Corpus Christi and can share info...

I live here in Corpus Christi and can share info on campgrounds that most don't know about. There are two RV Parks on the Naval Air Station here in Corpus Christi and they are accessible to the...
Forum: General Interior Topics 04-12-2013, 11:28 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,210
Posted By Bob Thompson
Awlgrip can be applied with a foam roller and...

Awlgrip can be applied with a foam roller and then "tipped" with a brush to get near spray quality finish. I like the Awlgrip Polyester Urethane Topcoat because it resists "yellowing" as it ages....
Forum: General Repair Forum 04-09-2013, 08:19 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,531
Posted By Bob Thompson
Instead of buying a cover for the shroud, paint...

Instead of buying a cover for the shroud, paint the new shroud with "for plastic" paint. I'd give it at least 3 coats. This will reduce the UV absorbed by the plastic of the shroud, greatly extending...
Forum: Winter Living 03-24-2013, 08:27 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 9,168
Posted By Bob Thompson
Perry, you might consider white spray-on urethane...

Perry, you might consider white spray-on urethane bed liner for the inside of the outside aluminum skin. If you thin it down a bit before shooting it, it lays down pretty good, reducing the texture...
Forum: Winter Living 03-24-2013, 08:22 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 9,168
Posted By Bob Thompson
I have a bright silver painted Airstream and I...

I have a bright silver painted Airstream and I was surprised to see on the list that bright aluminum paint has a ratio of .80 while real aluminum has 3.0 Makes me glad I chose to paint my trailer,...
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