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Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 07-03-2022, 01:38 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 10,330
Posted By AV8
>The weight distribution hitch brings the...

>The weight distribution hitch brings the 1000-1200 tongue weight back down to the 600# limit.

This does not seem correct to me. A weight distribution hitch transfers some of the load of the...
Forum: On The Road... 11-21-2018, 09:57 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 19,773
Posted By AV8
Just did this from Manchester NH to the Keys. ...

Just did this from Manchester NH to the Keys. You need to look very closely at the weather this time of year, as the higher terrain of 81 can be colder than down at the coast. That said, if you can...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 10-01-2004, 09:48 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 85,426
Posted By AV8
I was told it was certain death (although slow)...

I was told it was certain death (although slow) to run your ac on one 2000, but I had a chance to try it while at burning man, and for my AC (13,500) it seemed to work fine. I did disconnect...
Forum: Our Community 06-08-2004, 03:32 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,619
Posted By AV8
New Begining

The interior was incredibly clean, and looked brand new. The rear twin bed covers were in the process of being washed. One thing I liked coming from our older one was the pocket pantry. While much...
Forum: Our Community 06-08-2004, 03:26 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,619
Posted By AV8
New Begining

So here is the new beginning part. The rock guard on the curbside somehow got loose of its moorings with the prior owner, so it looks like it has been guarding boulders rather than gravel, otherwise...
Forum: Our Community 06-08-2004, 11:40 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,619
Posted By AV8
A few comments, I agree you want to know the...

A few comments,
I agree you want to know the “totaled” value up front. It has to exist somewhere, as this is the primary basis for the cost of the insurance. Again, should that be decided at the...
Forum: Our Community 06-08-2004, 08:42 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,619
Posted By AV8
Now it can be coffee, a few weeks ago it would...

Now it can be coffee, a few weeks ago it would have needed to be bourbon…

I’ll pm you and set it up…
Forum: Our Community 06-08-2004, 08:40 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,619
Posted By AV8
Amica paid the full value that they had on the...

Amica paid the full value that they had on the policy. When I originally insured it they did not come and inspect it, they simply said ~3500 was all I could get on it. I explained that it was low,...
Forum: Our Community 06-07-2004, 06:28 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,619
Posted By AV8
The company is Amica. They were very upfront...

The company is Amica. They were very upfront about the insured value when I got the insurance. I was considering not insuring it, but the price of the insurance seemed ok, and it was prudent...
Forum: Our Community 06-07-2004, 05:27 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,619
Posted By AV8
It is not completely clear what exactly occurred...

It is not completely clear what exactly occurred other than it was the water heater. The ironic thing is, it almost looks like the water heater is one of the few thinks that “survived”. The reason...
Forum: Our Community 06-07-2004, 02:56 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,619
Posted By AV8
That it was. Kind of like watching a movie,...

That it was. Kind of like watching a movie, can’t be real…

I had just started to pack for a trip, so it had some of my favorite clothes, etc. But none of my really “good stuff” laptop, etc. It...
Forum: Our Community 06-07-2004, 02:37 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,619
Posted By AV8
As far as I could tell it was original, 1974…

As far as I could tell it was original, 1974…
Forum: Our Community 06-07-2004, 02:32 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,619
Posted By AV8
Stephanie, you have the right idea. I love the...

Stephanie, you have the right idea. I love the old trailers, but should I ever do one again, I would replace the old appliances. Having seen what can happen with old refrigerators, and now water...
Forum: Our Community 06-07-2004, 02:27 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,619
Posted By AV8
To be honest, it was the little note on the water...

To be honest, it was the little note on the water heater that had me do this. There was a little note that said something like (and I am paraphrasing here) “if you are having trouble lighting the...
Forum: Our Community 06-07-2004, 01:52 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,619
Posted By AV8
A sad ending with a new beginning

My grand plan was to buy a trailer in the fall, fix it up over the winter and take the family for a cross country trip. All that came together pretty well, with some what of a surprise of just how...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 02-06-2004, 02:21 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,365
Posted By AV8
Power boost inverter?

So here is a hair brained scheme. Yamaha makes a nice (but too heavy for me) generator that uses it’s own starting batteries to provide an extra boost when high current demands are present (ie...
Forum: Commercial Listings 02-05-2004, 05:31 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,765
Posted By AV8
I did have some work done at Register. Not a lot...

I did have some work done at Register. Not a lot but they were pleasant enough. I had the bearings repacked, brakes inspected, and a tail light “fixed”. 2000 miles later the wheels have not fallen...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 02-04-2004, 02:47 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,582
Posted By AV8
Welcome to the forum, and our collective spending...

Welcome to the forum, and our collective spending spree…

To my knowledge the umbilical the isolation switch. You can charge the Tow Vehicle battery with the intelipower if plugged in, but if you...
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 01-27-2004, 08:03 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,205
Posted By AV8
Sounds like a good deal to me. My last fills...

Sounds like a good deal to me. My last fills were about $15 each for 30# tanks.
Forum: Upholstery, Blinds, Walls & Interior Finishes 01-18-2004, 08:16 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,170
Posted By AV8
Original wood grain laminate (74)

Anyone know if the original woodgrain laminate for 74 era trailers is still available, and if so where? I am in the process of making a few changes, and was going to upgrade the interior with...
Forum: Axles 12-20-2003, 02:32 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,229
Posted By AV8
Thanks for the advice, I have actually been down...

Thanks for the advice, I have actually been down there when I closed the deal. The trailer has an “Airstream” connector with round plugs, so I have a new 7way cable to replace the old one. That and...
Forum: Axles 12-20-2003, 12:10 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,229
Posted By AV8
Wheel Bearings for a '74 Overlander

I have just recently purchased a 1974 Overlander in Florida. We live in NH and are going down after Christmas to pick it up. I would like to replace / repack the bearings prior to the return trip. ...
Forum: Our Community 12-18-2003, 05:43 PM
Replies: 331
Views: 60,793
Posted By AV8
It would only be fair for me to volunteer, as I...

It would only be fair for me to volunteer, as I have been a grateful recipient of this service. Located in southern NH, but could probably cover RI to NH. Digital Camera, broadband connection,...
Forum: On The Road... 12-03-2003, 09:55 PM
Replies: 158
Views: 27,602
Posted By AV8
>It is an acronym for Some Other Brand. And...

>It is an acronym for Some Other Brand.

And I thought SOB stood for “Square Old Box”…

The only reason I am currently exempt from bone head moves, I don't have my trailer yet ;-)
Forum: Our Community 11-26-2003, 02:27 PM
Replies: 331
Views: 60,793
Posted By AV8
To All I just wanted to let you all know...

To All

I just wanted to let you all know this “service” works!!!

Much thanks to Sneakinup, who checked out a 74 overlander for me, some 1300 miles from home. He made up a check list, packed...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 11-25-2003, 03:22 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,952
Posted By AV8
Univolt replacement questions

A few questions about installing a new converter.

1. I have a 74 overlander, what was the original amperage of the univolt? Will an intellipower 40 amp unit be ok?

2. It looks like the fuse...
Forum: 1970-79 Tradewind 11-16-2003, 08:17 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,484
Posted By AV8
wet bath - what years?

I am on the “hunt” for a tradewinds from 69 on. My reasoning is, it is the smallest AS that I can reasonably fit my family of 4 (boy 10, girl 12). The reason for 69 on, is from what I can...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 11-09-2003, 05:19 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,879
Posted By AV8
Thanks for the help again, a picture is indeed… ...

Thanks for the help again, a picture is indeed…

The whole weight distribution hitch system is “aft” of the standard receiver. No modification to the receiver attached by the “factory” on the...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 11-09-2003, 02:55 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,879
Posted By AV8
Thanks for informing this newbie, it is greatly...

Thanks for informing this newbie, it is greatly appreciated.

Just to prove my naïveté, what is a weight distributing hitch? It is on the tow vehicle, the trailer or both. From the pictures of...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 11-09-2003, 12:55 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,879
Posted By AV8
silly ball height question.

In the Airstream weight and ball height document, it lists the height of the ball as 19” for a 1969 overlander. I assume this measurement is from the ground to the top of the ball? Also the...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 11-08-2003, 12:42 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,357
Posted By AV8
add AC?

I am off to look at a nice old (69) Airstream overlander. Our plan is to make a summer cross country trip. We have thought air-conditioning was a must for such a trip. This trailer never had it. ...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 11-03-2003, 07:09 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,736
Posted By AV8
Thanks for the info, as I was reading the replies...

Thanks for the info, as I was reading the replies I was thinking, gee if everyone who has grey water tanks has a little blue tank anyway, why not drain into that in the first place.

But the...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 11-03-2003, 03:53 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,736
Posted By AV8
Living with / without a gray water tank?

I am looking for an older AS and am wondering about the desirability of the built in Grey water tank. I am totally new to trailer camping, and don’t have a clear picture of the alternative. It...
Forum: Our Community 10-30-2003, 01:55 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,393
Posted By AV8
Combined John / Shower 72 23-25’

I am considering buying a used AS for a cross country trip with my family this coming summer. I like the idea of having the smallest trailer we can all fit in comfortably. I like the looks of a 25’...
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