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Forum: Our Community 02-20-2006, 03:29 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,540
Posted By Rick Alston
2006 Airstream Traveler's Journal calendar

I came across this calendar and wondered if any member has his/her trailer in the photos. Anyone care to comment?

Rick
Forum: Parts Archive 02-01-2005, 12:35 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,893
Posted By Rick Alston
Post Pick, I've got one , a Coleman 500w, and it can...

Pick, I've got one , a Coleman 500w, and it can run a few lights and charge the battery. It's so small it fits in a 15 inch cube!

I'd like to see Tim Taylor get his hands on it! LOL

Rick
Forum: Off Topic Forum 01-18-2005, 04:48 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,155
Posted By Rick Alston
Why not contact the previous owner, #25990, and...

Why not contact the previous owner, #25990, and ask if they know anything about the repairs!
Forum: Off Topic Forum 01-13-2005, 04:35 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,432
Posted By Rick Alston
Gail, there is a fee for the Cape May Ferry and...

Gail, there is a fee for the Cape May Ferry and also the Chesapeake Bay Bridge and Tunnel and it will take a bit longer than using the I-95 route, but your trip will be much more pleasant! Enjoy the...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 01-06-2005, 10:52 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,461
Posted By Rick Alston
It looks like a certain "Trading Spaces" designer...

It looks like a certain "Trading Spaces" designer got to your trailer! :)
Forum: 1987 - 1989 Excella 12-13-2004, 12:36 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 4,889
Posted By Rick Alston
Sliding bath door

Jerry

What year is your 29' AS and is the door for a rear bath or side bath?

Rick
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 11-02-2004, 04:16 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,940
Posted By Rick Alston
Over59, I've got to believe that anytime you...

Over59,

I've got to believe that anytime you dampen movement between the trailer and the tow vehicle, both the trailer and the tow vehicle are better off from a vibration perspective. If that is...
Forum: Refrigerators 10-21-2004, 08:36 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,973
Posted By Rick Alston
Balrgn Propane appliances have several...

Balrgn

Propane appliances have several safety features that kick-in when attempting to switch to propane from AC. One such feature on my '73 prevents the use of propane by restricting the turning...
Forum: Community Polls 09-29-2004, 01:20 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 7,201
Posted By Rick Alston
I know that you asked the question of Pick, but I...

I know that you asked the question of Pick, but I will interject my comments.
We have been going to Fort Wilderness since 1986 and will continue to make periodic visits because it is one of the most...
Forum: Axles 09-23-2004, 07:51 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,500
Posted By Rick Alston
Tarheel I think it is important for all...

Tarheel

I think it is important for all persons that change wheel bearings to also change the races.

The races form the other side of the “housing” that the bearings ride on; one race is the...
Forum: Axles 09-22-2004, 05:05 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,500
Posted By Rick Alston
About the toilet; it will likely have a rubber...

About the toilet; it will likely have a rubber seal, not wax.
Forum: Axles 09-22-2004, 05:00 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,500
Posted By Rick Alston
I paid $334 for parts and some labor: new...

I paid $334 for parts and some labor: new bearings and seals, installation of new races and turning of the drums (labor), new brake shoes and new magnets. I installed everything myself on a single...
Forum: Our Community 09-17-2004, 12:54 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,682
Posted By Rick Alston
this should do it!...

this should do it! https://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/6026041/
Forum: Clearcoat, Exterior Paint & Trim 09-17-2004, 11:10 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,853
Posted By Rick Alston
George I got that same puzzled look from my...

George

I got that same puzzled look from my PPG guy.

I think a flexible primer is one that is made to work on aluminum or other material that expands and contracts more so than other materials....
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 09-17-2004, 11:05 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,589
Posted By Rick Alston
Ed, John is right; at least I think he is. ...

Ed,

John is right; at least I think he is.

I think your left turn signal is back feeding the left stop wire of the trailer that is connected to the left truck stop light that is connected to...
Forum: Airstream Motorhome Forums 09-17-2004, 07:14 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,287
Posted By Rick Alston
tandemfish You'll need to specifiy the size...

tandemfish

You'll need to specifiy the size of the referigerator you want.

Rick
Forum: General Interior Topics 09-16-2004, 08:35 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,496
Posted By Rick Alston
Hi, Chuck I experienced the same problem on...

Hi, Chuck

I experienced the same problem on my unit some years back. I used picture hanging tape (two-sided with the correct amount of thickness) to put it back together that lasted seven years...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 09-16-2004, 04:11 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,219
Posted By Rick Alston
Argoman My '73 Argosy has the same extruded...

Argoman

My '73 Argosy has the same extruded molded plastic piece as your unit; the light assembly is separate from that. I've got 6 screws, 3 on each side, that hold the light lens to the...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 09-15-2004, 06:23 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,872
Posted By Rick Alston
I have a document for you, but it is too large...

I have a document for you, but it is too large for the forum. It is a Word document with a diagram that should help. How best to get it to you?

Rick
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 09-15-2004, 05:04 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,219
Posted By Rick Alston
After thought: you may find the parts at a local...

After thought: you may find the parts at a local auto parts store.

Rick
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 09-15-2004, 04:59 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,219
Posted By Rick Alston
Any good RV parts department can order the socket...

Any good RV parts department can order the socket for you in either single or double wire configuration for about $6. The key issue you will need to deal with is the socket mounting method. Can you...
Forum: Refrigerators 09-14-2004, 10:53 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,623
Posted By Rick Alston
Jim Ok, now I got the correct picture. If...

Jim

Ok, now I got the correct picture. If both bottom and top areas are free and clear, then the only thing I can think of is that you need to do away with the dead air space in Bad Venting 1...
Forum: Refrigerators 09-14-2004, 07:06 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,623
Posted By Rick Alston
Jim, I am under the impression you have the...

Jim,

I am under the impression you have the "Bad Venting 2" refrigerator setup as shown in the graphic provider by Pahaska. Is that right? If not, what is your setup?

Rick
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 09-13-2004, 07:06 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 11,071
Posted By Rick Alston
I think a rivet that has a steel shank and...

I think a rivet that has a steel shank and aluminum head would be real useful for the belly pan!

Rick

p.s. Shari, you impress me with your use of technical jargon.
Forum: 1974 - 1979 Sovereign 09-13-2004, 06:59 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,440
Posted By Rick Alston
retrogirl It is OK to tow with water in the...

retrogirl

It is OK to tow with water in the tank; trailers are made to handle that. It is also OK to tow with one LP tank empty.

If you take it slow and careful, you will surpise yourself at...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 09-13-2004, 09:27 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 6,559
Posted By Rick Alston
LauraandWayne I own an '89 GMC 1500 with 350...

LauraandWayne

I own an '89 GMC 1500 with 350 TBI and the 3.41 rear-end. Around town I get 13.5 mpg and about 10 while towing 31' AS.

I found a satisfactory solution: K&N air filter and...
Forum: Doors & Locks 09-13-2004, 07:01 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,997
Posted By Rick Alston
Tim I removed my windows on the 1973...

Tim

I removed my windows on the 1973 Sovereign by undoing the two side brackets and then opening the window all the way. All the way means that the bottom of the window will be pointing to the...
Forum: Refrigerators 09-13-2004, 06:06 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,623
Posted By Rick Alston
Pahaska, and all I looked at the diagram you...

Pahaska, and all

I looked at the diagram you referenced, and it seems that a simple fix is in order.

First, add a light weight alluminum deflector at the top of the vent shaft to direct the air...
Forum: Tires 09-12-2004, 04:35 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,738
Posted By Rick Alston
Creampuff Your idea sounds similar to Fox...

Creampuff

Your idea sounds similar to Fox News; "Air and balanced reporting".

Rick
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 09-12-2004, 04:29 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,895
Posted By Rick Alston
Yes, the univolt will provide power to 12v...

Yes, the univolt will provide power to 12v lighting without a battery being connected.

I think you have an old univolt that is tired and has lost its ability to charge a battery at the required...
Forum: Tires 09-11-2004, 06:52 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,738
Posted By Rick Alston
Don, as you say, "any metal imbedded in a rubber...

Don, as you say, "any metal imbedded in a rubber tire will not cause galvanic corrosion"; ASSUMING there is only one foreign object stuck in the tire!

Rick
Forum: Off Topic Forum 09-11-2004, 06:49 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,119
Posted By Rick Alston
I sympathize with your predicament. Keep your...

I sympathize with your predicament. Keep your fingers crossed, you may get lucky.
I know you have other forum members close by, so we will pray for all of you.

Rick
Forum: Doors & Locks 09-11-2004, 06:44 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,997
Posted By Rick Alston
Tim Call someone to do it for you! Just...

Tim

Call someone to do it for you! Just kidding.
I am about to do my entire Argosy 20 and need to order 53 feet of the gasket material.
My idea is to remove the windows and access doors to...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 09-11-2004, 06:36 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,119
Posted By Rick Alston
Sneakinup, perhaps you should change your user...

Sneakinup, perhaps you should change your user name to "I see it coming, again".

Rick
Forum: Refrigerators 09-11-2004, 04:19 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,623
Posted By Rick Alston
Pahaska, Wonderful graphic! I am stumped....

Pahaska, Wonderful graphic!

I am stumped. How could Dometic sell an appliance that performs poorly in temperatures most of us experience during our camping.

Rick
Forum: Refrigerators 09-10-2004, 01:58 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,623
Posted By Rick Alston
Have you noticed a performance difference between...

Have you noticed a performance difference between propane and electric?

Rick
Forum: Refrigerators 09-10-2004, 01:53 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,623
Posted By Rick Alston
HowieE It sounds like a clogged roof vent or...

HowieE

It sounds like a clogged roof vent or at least the hot air generated by the coils is not venting. Perhaps the hot air that should rise and exit at the top of the vent shaft is not getting...
Forum: Tires 09-10-2004, 11:00 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 8,626
Posted By Rick Alston
For Goodyear, see...

For Goodyear, see https://www.goodyear.com/rv/pdf/rv_inflation.pdf

Rick
Forum: Brakes & Brake Controllers 09-10-2004, 05:40 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,838
Posted By Rick Alston
I, too, agree with Lee's analysis and I also...

I, too, agree with Lee's analysis and I also believe that you will experience an increase in magnet deterioration on the remaining four due to the need to make use the same stopping power with just...
Forum: Our Community 09-10-2004, 05:24 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,999
Posted By Rick Alston
Just out of curiosity, is 9'6" with or without...

Just out of curiosity, is 9'6" with or without new axles? Dear God, what have I done? Am I losing it, and become way too critical? Time to camp. I need a marshmellow fueled cool-down period.

Rick
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 09-07-2004, 02:04 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 9,638
Posted By Rick Alston
Tom Thanks for the reply-I am glad that the...

Tom

Thanks for the reply-I am glad that the screws are directly imbedded in the plastic flange. Since the screws aren't coming out with vise grips, I think I will heat them (being careful to not...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 09-07-2004, 11:32 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 9,638
Posted By Rick Alston
Tom To remove the useless valve, I had to...

Tom

To remove the useless valve, I had to cut off the four corner screws of the valve because they were totally rusted; and that left me with four rusted posts that go into the fixed plastic...
Forum: Winterizing, Storage, Carports & Covers 09-06-2004, 07:00 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,163
Posted By Rick Alston
Marie and Terry Glad to hear you two are OK....

Marie and Terry

Glad to hear you two are OK. Marie, I guess your week of vacation will be spent doing work around the house. Sorry about that.

I like your idea of facing south with huge fans to...
Forum: On The Road... 09-02-2004, 10:30 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,740
Posted By Rick Alston
Bruno Try these: www.trailertug.com and...

Bruno

Try these:
www.trailertug.com and www.powercaster.com and www.powermoverinc.net

Rick
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 09-01-2004, 01:08 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,006
Posted By Rick Alston
Don Are you busy this weekend? Bring the...

Don

Are you busy this weekend? Bring the welder. Just kidding, of course.

I couldn't help to notice that your "box ends" (the trailer's, that is) terminate up under the hitch-ball support....
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 09-01-2004, 12:59 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,007
Posted By Rick Alston
Smile David Your analysis of the scenario we all...

David

Your analysis of the scenario we all face is correct; the grounding process is not as good as it could be both in terms of its capability ("the state of that connection varies as the trailer...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 09-01-2004, 09:19 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,006
Posted By Rick Alston
Tom, thanks for your thoughts. Your...

Tom, thanks for your thoughts.

Your statement that wood is not a good idea seems correct. Maybe I can coat it with paint to prevent water from soaking into the wood ends.

I chose wood because I...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 09-01-2004, 08:56 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,006
Posted By Rick Alston
Ken I shot Jasco into the box frame from...

Ken

I shot Jasco into the box frame from both ends with a garden sprayer having a wand that reached into the box frame over half way. I think I got the inside of the box very well covered with...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 09-01-2004, 08:48 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,007
Posted By Rick Alston
John, good answers! I'd like to point out...

John, good answers!

I'd like to point out that most trailers are properly grounded when the tongue jack is solidly 'grounded' to the ground surface. However, most of us install a non-metallic...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 09-01-2004, 08:39 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,006
Posted By Rick Alston
Thanks for your reply, Tom. Do you have an...

Thanks for your reply, Tom.

Do you have an opinion regarding the sealing of the frame ends to prevent water from entering? I believe that any time you prevent moisture from contacting metal, you...
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