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Forum: Airstream Classifieds 03-31-2018, 04:08 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 408
Posted By vonzellen
2007 Airstream Safari SE 27 - Pennsylvania

Title: 2007 Airstream Safari SE 27 - Pennsylvania
I just posted a new ad on Airstream Classifieds.

This is an amazing 2007 Airstream Safari 75th Anniversary Model. There are 27 feet of...
Forum: 2007 Safari SE 08-13-2014, 04:47 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,363
Posted By vonzellen
Just check the floor out. Take a...

Just check the floor out.

Take a screwdriver or a small hammer and tap all over the floor.

If there is rot you will hear a thud instead of a sharp knock.

I have a 2000 27 foot Safari and...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 05-17-2014, 07:07 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 32,504
Posted By vonzellen
2012 ML 350 milage

I'm getting about 23mpg without towing and about 11.5 towing a 2007 27 FB Safari SE.

I have not towed in the snow, but driving in the snow is easy.
Forum: Leaks - Weatherstrips, Gaskets, Caulks & Sealants 04-26-2013, 06:36 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 7,121
Posted By vonzellen
One more question please; my rubber molding on...

One more question please; my rubber molding on the curbside is falling off. Is double sided tape the answer to reinstall or is there something better? Thanks again.
Forum: Leaks - Weatherstrips, Gaskets, Caulks & Sealants 04-26-2013, 06:33 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 7,121
Posted By vonzellen
I have a 2007 27 FB Safari and I would appreciate...

I have a 2007 27 FB Safari and I would appreciate it it someone could tell me what kind of sealant is best to use on 1.) the space under the band above the rear bumper storage area and 2.) other...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 03-23-2013, 10:42 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 32,504
Posted By vonzellen
Mercedes ML 350 Gasser Update

Ok, So I went to CanAm and got my hitch beefed up so that I could go to Florida and pick up the 2007 25FB CCD that I bought sight unseen. After two full days of driving and endless planning to get...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 03-20-2013, 06:48 AM
Replies: 451
Views: 38,277
Posted By vonzellen
Alumalina a beginning or an end?

To all of you Airstreamers at the rally. . . There were so many happy, smiling faces I thought maybe I'd had a wreck and passed on through to Paradise! What a nice group of people!

After...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 03-13-2013, 07:38 PM
Replies: 451
Views: 38,277
Posted By vonzellen
Alumalina--wow

Hi Everyone,

My wife, Julie, myself and our Yorkie, Spanky will be joining you all on Friday after our little odyssey to Florida and back.

We left last Wed. from south east PA to pick up our...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 03-06-2013, 05:24 PM
Replies: 451
Views: 38,277
Posted By vonzellen
We're Coming to Alumilina--

Hi everyone,

My wife, Julie, and I are headed down to Florida to pick up our 2007 25FB CCD. We purchased it a few weeks ago and we're headed down to do the inspection and take delivery if all is...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 02-25-2013, 09:00 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 32,504
Posted By vonzellen
2012 Mercedes ML350 Hitch reinforcement

I tried to upload photos??? they all came out upside down and would only let me load 4?

I sent my self an email and pasted the email. If you send me an email I can send them to you directly.

...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 02-24-2013, 11:27 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 32,504
Posted By vonzellen
Made a Decision

After listening to all your valuable input for the last few months. . .

After talking to Andy and John at CanAM RV. . .

After talking by phone to several guys towing with the ML. . .

I...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 02-10-2013, 10:52 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 32,504
Posted By vonzellen
Vote Now Please

So, just a reminder, I'm the guy that started this post trying to figure out whether or not I could tow a 25FB with my 2012 ML 350 (gas). Those of you with the Mercedes diesel have said you think it...
Forum: General Repair Forum 02-10-2013, 07:11 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,167
Posted By vonzellen
2007 25 FB Things to check

Thanks to all of you for your good advice. I'll definitely check the floor for rot and leaks, the belly band seal, etc.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 02-10-2013, 06:52 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 24,646
Posted By vonzellen
Pordigy Wireless Brake Control "Mating" Solution

I have a 2012 Mercedes ML350 (gas) and bought the Prodigy wireless brake controller to use with my Caravel. After hooking it all up we were frustrated that it wouldn't "pair". The problem is...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 02-09-2013, 10:40 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 32,504
Posted By vonzellen
The ML350 is GAS

After reading all these posts again I've concluded that with CanAm beefing up the hitch the ML350 can handle the tongue weight of the 25FB, but now I'm a little worried that I may be a little low on...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 02-09-2013, 06:13 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 32,504
Posted By vonzellen
Well, we Did it!

Found a 2007 25 FB CCD in Florida this week at Bates RV and made arrangements to buy it on the spot. It will be a few weeks before I can drive there to pick it up so in the mean time I'll drive up...
Forum: General Repair Forum 02-06-2013, 06:44 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,167
Posted By vonzellen
Need your advice: 2007 25FB CCD

Hi Everyone,

I just found a 2007 25FB CCD that I'm going to buy. My wife and I have been looking for something bigger than our 67 Caravel and we've often admired the ccds--the 25FB being...
Forum: Other Clubs 02-03-2013, 01:43 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,217
Posted By vonzellen
What clubs in SE PA???

Hi Everyone, I have a little Caravel I restored and would like to know how to get together with other Airstreamers in this area? I'm not familiar with the groups, clubs, activities. Could you...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 01-04-2013, 05:57 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 32,504
Posted By vonzellen
Hitch weight

So, in other words, the GL would take the cargo weight, but the hitch might just break off!!

Can it be reinforced? Has anyone done that? What's involved?
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 01-03-2013, 10:03 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 32,504
Posted By vonzellen
Mercedes GL320 pulling 30 footer?

Ok, so I think the available cargo capacity of the GL350 would be about 1400 pounds.

Myself, my wife and my dog=440 say
leaving about 960 # for hitch weight and cargo

I know the 25FB's hitch...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 12-29-2012, 09:17 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 32,504
Posted By vonzellen
Mercedes GL 320 and 25 FB AS

So, Would you feel comfortable pulling a late model 25'AS with the GL 320 bluetec diesel?
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 12-29-2012, 06:38 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 32,504
Posted By vonzellen
2012 Mercedes ML350 towing math/specs-for 25, 23 AS

I have a 2012 Mercedes ML350 and it pulls our 1967 Caravel wonderfully--like a dream. Problem is, my wife wants something newer and bigger. Probably the newer 23 ccd would work, but I'm in love...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 03-25-2012, 09:53 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,982
Posted By vonzellen
Gfci

Thanks for everyone's advice. I am making progress.

Yesterday I rewired the GFCI above the sink. I now have the power coming into it from the panel to "line", power going out to "load" goes on...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 03-23-2012, 06:40 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,982
Posted By vonzellen
Thanks for the responses

So, this may be as simple as the refrigerator shouldn't be on the GFI. I understand that. Getting it isolated in the box above and behind the sink is difficult as there's no extra room in the box...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 03-22-2012, 03:22 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,982
Posted By vonzellen
GFCI blowing

Hi,
I have 67 Caravel I refurbished recently. One of the things I did was run a 3 foot length of 14-2 with ground from the outlet over the sink (where I installed a GFCI) down to feed the 110v ac...
Forum: 1966-68 Caravel 11-02-2011, 06:02 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 9,252
Posted By vonzellen
regarding foam

I don't thing there is 4 inches of foam that would be that comfortable to sleep on no matter what the quality of it as I a big guy. I have 6 inches of foam on my boat with an additional 4 inch...
Forum: 1966-68 Caravel 10-31-2011, 05:17 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 9,252
Posted By vonzellen
67 caravel

I've not seen your Caravel but when I evaluated my project I had to decide if I was going to do a "Ground up" renovation or do it in a way that I could do it fairly quickly and get to use it sooner...
Forum: 1966-68 Caravel 10-30-2011, 07:56 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 9,252
Posted By vonzellen
Thumbs up 67 Caravel Costs

I paid $2500 for my Caravel two years ago. Subsequently, I've spent a total of about $8000 on repairs and upgrades. So, I have about $11,000 in mine. The axle replacement, new tires and wheels was...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 10-28-2011, 05:57 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,140
Posted By vonzellen
Who can install an AC in the Delaware/PA area?

I have a 67 Caravel and I want to take out the old armstrong and install a new Polar Cub. Do you know of anyone in the area that can do this work who has experience with older Airstreams?

Thanks
Forum: Refrigerators 07-05-2011, 11:01 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,244
Posted By vonzellen
Dometic Refridgerator on '77 Overlander Doesn't Work

Hey guys,
Wanted to see if anyone could help me figure out what is wrong with my fridge in my 77 Overlander. Its a Dometic gas/electric. When I switch electric on there is no cooling. I opened...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 07-05-2011, 10:58 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,150
Posted By vonzellen
Help with Suburban Furnace in '77 Overlander

Hey guys I have a 77 overlander with a suburban furnace. It has been stored for about 13 years. When I turn the thermostat up the fan comes on, it sounds great, but no heat is being produced. Can...
Forum: General Repair Forum 05-08-2011, 05:58 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,268
Posted By vonzellen
New Purchase '77 Overlander need help

Hi Everyone,
I couldn't resist buying a 77 Overlander yesterday. I don't need it, but I'll resell it if anyone is interested. My son and I put new tires on it and towed it home. It had been...
Forum: Our Community 04-22-2011, 12:50 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,369
Posted By vonzellen
Looking for Winick 75th Anniversary

I'm looking for a 75th anniversary Winick Airstream. Have you seen one for sale? How much are they going for? Any help would be appreciated.
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 03-29-2011, 03:35 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,961
Posted By vonzellen
Best AC alternative

You can also consider the Coleman low profile Polar Cub. I thinks it is cheaper than the Penguin--some say it is less noisy as well.
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 03-12-2011, 05:53 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 7,673
Posted By vonzellen
I was trying to compare the Dometic Penguin with...

I was trying to compare the Dometic Penguin with the Coleman Polar Cub. So, you are saying the Penguin is noisy. That's good to know.
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 03-10-2011, 09:40 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 7,673
Posted By vonzellen
Is your Dometic that has the loud fan a Penguin??

Is your Dometic that has the loud fan a Penguin??
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 03-10-2011, 09:39 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 7,673
Posted By vonzellen
That post about the fan is the kind of thing that...

That post about the fan is the kind of thing that is priceless. So is the Dometic that you have that has the loud fan a Penguin????
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 03-10-2011, 01:26 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 7,673
Posted By vonzellen
I have the original Armstrong Bay Breeze on it...

I have the original Armstrong Bay Breeze on it now. Looking to install an entirely new unit.
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 03-10-2011, 01:01 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 7,673
Posted By vonzellen
Dometic Penguin or Coleman Polar Cub for 1967 Caravel??

Can those of you with experience changing out your AC help here? I am debating whether to use the 9000 btu Coleman Polar Cub with a built in drain hook up or the Dometic Penguin 11,000 btu which...
Forum: 1966-68 Caravel 03-07-2011, 06:28 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 9,252
Posted By vonzellen
thanks Brandon. I looked at your photos of your...

thanks Brandon. I looked at your photos of your restoration. Amazing job!
Forum: 1966-68 Caravel 03-07-2011, 05:49 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 9,252
Posted By vonzellen
Well, the next project is the getting the AC...

Well, the next project is the getting the AC running or replacing it. Then there's the polishing or exterior to do. I may consider a combination of graphics and polishing.

As far as a...
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 03-06-2011, 07:29 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 996
Posted By vonzellen
Dent in a 67 Caravel???

This winter a limb fell on the front of my 67 Caravel. It landed on a seam and pressed two panels down a couple of inches in a soccer size indentation above the front window. The panels are not...
Forum: 1966-68 Caravel 03-05-2011, 10:07 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 9,252
Posted By vonzellen
Smile 1967 Caravel One Year Restoration: Photos

Hi Everyone. With a lot of work over the past year and some good advice from a lot of contributors my Caravel is finally finished.

My restoration included:
New axle, wheels and tires. New...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 03-02-2011, 11:27 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,587
Posted By vonzellen
Thanks for the advice. Does the penguin have an...

Thanks for the advice. Does the penguin have an outlet for condensate that I can hook up to my hose?

Also, the dimensions on the Penguin say that it is 39 inches wide by 28 inches long? Sees...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 02-28-2011, 04:33 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,587
Posted By vonzellen
Thanks Andy. The fan comes on and runs. I can't...

Thanks Andy. The fan comes on and runs. I can't tell if the compressor comes on, but I don't hear anything when the thermostat is turned down. Measured the voltage at the thermostat and it is 8v??
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 02-26-2011, 04:55 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,587
Posted By vonzellen
67 Caravel and Armstrong Air not working

Hi everyone. I'm almost finished with my one year Caravel restoration. I have the polishing to do and an AC to get running or replace. I'll try to find someone to repair the original Armstrong...
Forum: 1966-68 Caravel 02-26-2011, 03:37 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,557
Posted By vonzellen
'67 Caravel Airconditioner recommendation

Hi everyone. I'm almost finished with my one year Caravel restoration. I have the polishing to do and an AC to get running or replace. I'll try to find someone to repair the original Armstrong AC....
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 01-26-2011, 05:03 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,812
Posted By vonzellen
Thanks and one more question.

I appreciate everyone's input. I checked my local trailer store here and found two brands of friction sway control bars. One was $49.00 and one was $69.00. I opened the boxes and both were...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 01-23-2011, 04:35 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,812
Posted By vonzellen
67 Caravel Help: to sway or not to sway

Hi everyone. I'm getting ready for my shake down cruise with my Caravel and a family member who has experience with single axle trailers highly recommended something for sway control. I am pulling...
Forum: 1966-68 Caravel 01-21-2011, 06:53 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,313
Posted By vonzellen
67 Caravel axle

I ordered a new Dexter axle and had it delivered to a local Dexter dealer. The cost was about $350 for the axle. shipping was extra, of course. I had the local trailer place install it and at the...
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