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Forum: Exterior Restoration Forum 03-13-2021, 09:08 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 872
Posted By timatron
I’m tired of polishing... recommendations?

Hey all-

I did a full polish about 10 years ago, I just don’t have time to maintain it. Anyone have a recommendation for a polisher in the socal area? Or need a side project?

Cheers,
Tim
Forum: Airstream Registry Discussions 11-20-2019, 10:47 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,090
Posted By timatron
I restored this in 2010, I actually think its a...

I restored this in 2010, I actually think its a 1957 not a 1956.

I did a complete renovation including the floor, the walls, built everything out.

Drove around for 6 months doing an art...
Forum: Airstream Registry Discussions 11-20-2019, 10:39 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,090
Posted By timatron
STAT-US :: 1956 Airstream Safari

STAT-US :: 1956 Airstream Safari (2019-11-20 17:39:15)
Forum: Insurance & Claims 02-24-2015, 12:47 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,144
Posted By timatron
Looking for Appraiser in SoCal

I'm in Los Angeles, need to get my 57 Safari appraised. Recommendations?

Thanks!
Tim
Forum: General Interior Topics 06-01-2010, 12:11 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,784
Posted By timatron
Hi All-- So in the end I used Carnuba Turtle...

Hi All--

So in the end I used Carnuba Turtle Wax on the inside. It looks great and greasy fingers dont show up now because well... its greasy! No it actually created a nice hard film over...
Forum: General Interior Topics 05-11-2010, 11:28 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,784
Posted By timatron
Hey Marc, I just got off the phone with Uwe,...

Hey Marc,

I just got off the phone with Uwe, he was super nice and suggested Carnauba (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carnauba_wax/) wax. He has used it before and said it was great. And if there is...
Forum: General Interior Topics 05-11-2010, 11:18 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,784
Posted By timatron
I was wondering about that eastwood product, i...

I was wondering about that eastwood product, i looked at their matte finish version, but it is $12 a can and supposedly covers "6 square feet"!?!?!? Thats nothing! Also I was wondering if that...
Forum: General Interior Topics 05-11-2010, 10:51 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,784
Posted By timatron
well the problem right now is, i brushed it with...

well the problem right now is, i brushed it with scotch britte bads on a dewalt polisher, it looks awesome, but picks up finger grease incredibly easily, so it needs to be covered or its going to...
Forum: General Interior Topics 05-11-2010, 10:14 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,784
Posted By timatron
I've used rustoleum clear matte before on other...

I've used rustoleum clear matte before on other projects, its dries just fine and leaves a nice coat, just wondering if anyone has any experience.

-tim
Forum: General Interior Topics 05-11-2010, 09:55 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,784
Posted By timatron
Brushed Aluminum Skin Protectant

Hi All-

I've stripped and brushed my whole interior skin, now i'm looking for a way to protect it. I'm wondering if anyone has any ideas about the longevity of clear coating the inside with a...
Forum: Windows & Screens 04-29-2010, 06:37 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,066
Posted By timatron
'58 Window Strange Rivets + Sealant

Hi All-

I have two questions and perhaps you know the answers. I have a 57 safari and I am redoing all of the windows. There was nothing but old calking holding the panes in the windows. I'm...
Forum: Leaks - Weatherstrips, Gaskets, Caulks & Sealants 03-10-2010, 03:13 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,418
Posted By timatron
So I fixed the leaks! Redid the drip caps, that...

So I fixed the leaks! Redid the drip caps, that didnt do it. Then i did a very very thin bead of parabond in all of the seams of the 13panel end caps, problem solved! I'm going to go ahead and...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 03-10-2010, 01:22 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,684
Posted By timatron
Inca Plastics Is Awesome, Purrfect Black Tank

I am totally impressed with Inca Plastics. $320 out the door for a grey tank and black tank. The black is from the original mold they used for Airstream and fits perfectly in my 1957 Safari's shower...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 02-24-2010, 09:04 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,018
Posted By timatron
Yeah i've read and re-read those posts. Talked to...

Yeah i've read and re-read those posts. Talked to Shari and talked to all-rite about the same custom tank. I was hoping getting the same tank from the allrite might be cheaper because they had...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 02-23-2010, 11:40 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,018
Posted By timatron
radical (as they say here in san diego)

thanks susan!

-tim
Forum: Leaks - Weatherstrips, Gaskets, Caulks & Sealants 02-22-2010, 11:19 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,418
Posted By timatron
Hey Tom, I'll post pics tomorrow, but I've...

Hey Tom,

I'll post pics tomorrow, but I've been watching it when it rains and I can see water under the rain gutter coming through, as well the insulation to the right of the window is wet and...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 02-22-2010, 11:17 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,018
Posted By timatron
Thanks guys. I actually am ordering a standard...

Thanks guys. I actually am ordering a standard tank from INCA for my grey water tank. The prob with the black water is that it has to snug up in the corner of the bathroom. INCA has a quarter circle...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 02-22-2010, 06:23 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,018
Posted By timatron
Looking for Black Tank for 57 Safari

I wanted to put in a black water tank in the front corner above the subfloor with the toilet on top. I don't really want to spent $400+ on a custom tank, anyone got one lying around I can repair or...
Forum: Leaks - Weatherstrips, Gaskets, Caulks & Sealants 02-22-2010, 11:13 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,418
Posted By timatron
Standard Conscious on Window Repair

What's the going standard for front and back window leaks on a 1957 safari, it looks to me like its the rain guards. I was thinking of just tearing out as much of the sealant as I can and then...
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 02-22-2010, 11:09 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 838
Posted By timatron
Olympic Rivet Shavers in San Diego

Anyone have one I can borrow for a bit of time in the coming 2 months? I'm happy to come up with some sort of a barter system:)

Cheers,
TIm
Forum: Off Topic Forum 10-01-2009, 10:17 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,514
Posted By timatron
Thanks Bob, I ended up buying one! But still...

Thanks Bob,

I ended up buying one! But still interested in everything out there:) Gave him a holler, we'll see what comes of it. Here is what I bought... 1957 22' safari:
...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 09-26-2009, 12:40 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,514
Posted By timatron
so i guess the answer is... if you dont have...

so i guess the answer is... if you dont have space in your driveway, and its your house, you can park your trailer in the street.....

"Parking in Required Front, Side, or Street Side Yards. Within...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 09-25-2009, 12:42 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,514
Posted By timatron
Parking on the streets of San Diego

Hi All,

I'm bringing my first new airstream home this saturday and realized, ****, I dont have a driveway! Anyone know the laws pertaining to storing a trailer on the street? Are there certain...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 09-24-2009, 11:51 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,342
Posted By timatron
Thanks for all of the replies. I'm assuming...

Thanks for all of the replies. I'm assuming because its a 57 that there are no wires up there. So in the end I would have to take off the skins to wire it. I've got the winter to work on it (in san...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 09-23-2009, 08:28 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,342
Posted By timatron
New AC on 50s Safari - will reduce value???

So I just bought my first Airstream (1957 safari) and i'm trying to decide if I should go through the trouble and $$$ (ac, installation, generators...) of putting a roof A/C unit, or if I should buy...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 08-07-2009, 12:56 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,514
Posted By timatron
San Diego Airstream Owners

Hi All,

I'm working on buying my first Airstream (hopefully a 50s or 60s 22'), i'm an visual arts grad student at UCSD, and will be building a traveling sculpture inside of the trailer. I'm having...
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