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Forum: Member Introductions 11-01-2011, 09:04 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 743
Posted By Skamper1
Congrats on your "new" hobby. Someone once told...

Congrats on your "new" hobby. Someone once told me about silver dreams. Now I know what they meant. A lot of good people here to advise and direct you. Pictures are always helpful and welcomed.
Forum: Fun & Games 03-05-2011, 05:43 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,104
Posted By Skamper1
Maxine has an Airstream?

Knew I always liked her and now she has an Airstream?
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Forum: Other Clubs 02-09-2011, 06:15 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,934
Posted By Skamper1
My brother has an embroidery business and it is...

My brother has an embroidery business and it is very hard to embroider patches. They usually have to be ordered from a specialty business. Have tried to cut out an embroidery and whip stitch it to a...
Forum: On The Road... 02-02-2011, 07:15 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,279
Posted By Skamper1
In Savannah: Chef Joe Randall has a website...

In Savannah: Chef Joe Randall has a website chefjoerandall.com. There is a calendar of events and you can make reservations. I have not eaten there or heard of anyone's experience there. Do NOT eat...
Forum: On The Road... 02-01-2011, 05:56 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,279
Posted By Skamper1
Greetings. Have used Skidaway State Park here in...

Greetings. Have used Skidaway State Park here in Savannah. The sites are large and campground has a lot of nature trails. The park is fifteen minutes from downtown. The other park I have used is on...
Forum: Trailer Values 01-02-2011, 11:21 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,552
Posted By Skamper1
That is a very hard question to answer. There is...

That is a very hard question to answer. There is a forum here that goes into detail and provides a check-off sheet to evaluate some of the potential costs of repair. Do not hesitate to pull up edges...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 12-31-2010, 05:08 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 5,065
Posted By Skamper1
"Good to go"

Spoke with the inspector who came and gave me the citation. She and her supervisor inspected the situation and said everything is good to go. Citation is dismissed. She even complimented me on doing...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 12-29-2010, 06:32 AM
Replies: 104
Views: 22,367
Posted By Skamper1
Well, it was not meant to be: did not score a RV...

Well, it was not meant to be: did not score a RV Santa. Prices were reduced 75%, but there are none left in Georgia or Alabama. Still a great Christmas anyway.
Forum: Off Topic Forum 12-23-2010, 06:33 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 5,065
Posted By Skamper1
Enough is enough...moved it

Well I reconsidered moving the Airstream. I really do like to be a good neighbor. 12/15 got a visit from the Savannah Inspector. Someone had filed a complaint. Inspector could not understand why...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 11-30-2010, 06:07 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,958
Posted By Skamper1
How to take this apart

Have to remove the waste lines from the holding tanks in the back of AS. Are these connections glued to the tanks or will they just (hopefully) slide off? If they are glued, how to I remove them?...
Forum: Bumpers & Bumper Storage 11-28-2010, 04:37 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 7,998
Posted By Skamper1
I was spelling cross member as one word. Thanks....

I was spelling cross member as one word. Thanks. Will call them tomorrow. Read on some forums about using box channel or c channel. Would be so nice if I could just attach a piece from the outside...
Forum: Bumpers & Bumper Storage 11-28-2010, 03:00 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 7,998
Posted By Skamper1
Did a quick on line check for crossmembers and...

Did a quick on line check for crossmembers and did not find them listed. Will call ODM and Camper Repair in AL. Will keep you posted. Thanks for the good, bad and ugly. Gutting the bathroom was a...
Forum: Bumpers & Bumper Storage 11-28-2010, 02:02 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 7,998
Posted By Skamper1
I am sitting down and feel the sniffles coming...

I am sitting down and feel the sniffles coming on. Went out and cleaned all the rusted metal/debris out of the area. There is about two inches of floor rot on the right side. Beyond that the wood is...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 11-28-2010, 01:53 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,959
Posted By Skamper1
Went ahead and wrapped the three connectors with...

Went ahead and wrapped the three connectors with electrical tape. The old switch had the connectors bent at an angle due to the limited space behind the panel/outside wall. I fnally managed to...
Forum: Bumpers & Bumper Storage 11-28-2010, 12:10 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 7,998
Posted By Skamper1
I will not cry...sniff

Removed the storage lid and plastic hose carrier. Here is what I found. Appears that water leak from rub rail let in alot of water. How do I go about repairing this. Plan to take it to a weld shop....
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 11-27-2010, 01:11 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,959
Posted By Skamper1
Connected all the wires and labeled them. When...

Connected all the wires and labeled them. When putting the switch back in the wall by the door I keep shorting out the fuse. What should I do to stop this? This may be why someone changed the setup...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 11-14-2010, 10:31 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,959
Posted By Skamper1
Finally unbundled wires over stove. There were 2...

Finally unbundled wires over stove. There were 2 pink/yellow wires. One went into the back of the control panel. Tracing the other pink/yellow wire resulted in finding it cut off and taped alongside...
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 11-11-2010, 06:15 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,064
Posted By Skamper1
Atwood water heater...

Noticed the gas line coming up from the belly of the AS to the water heater has a gap around it. It appears that a ring of vulkem caulking was there. Is it OK to use vulkem near the heat of the water...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 11-10-2010, 04:56 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 22,367
Posted By Skamper1
It was worse than a poor child looking through a...

It was worse than a poor child looking through a candystore window. Looked at it and then the price. Looked at my wallet. Have a gift card and 10% of coupon. Looked at it again. Sighed. Hope there is...
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 11-09-2010, 12:22 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 14,494
Posted By Skamper1
All this draining of the water heater tank has me...

All this draining of the water heater tank has me thinking. When I want to drain the water out of the AS, don't I just open the drain valves in the rear compartment? Open all the faucets and tub...
Forum: General Interior Topics 11-08-2010, 09:06 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,471
Posted By Skamper1
Are you by chance smokers? If not, then if PO...

Are you by chance smokers? If not, then if PO smoked you may still have residue tar and nicotine. Non-smokers are very sensitive to that smell. I quit for five months and then found a jacket I wore...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 11-08-2010, 05:58 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,959
Posted By Skamper1
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This is the setup in the AS. 1st...
Forum: On The Road... 11-07-2010, 11:01 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 8,775
Posted By Skamper1
Had to laugh a little about the Bounder MH. My...

Had to laugh a little about the Bounder MH. My first camping consists of a pop-up. Seems all the other campers swarm to my site and leave their $500,000 rigs. I still remember two of these campers in...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 11-07-2010, 10:15 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 5,065
Posted By Skamper1
There are no by-laws or restrictions in my...

There are no by-laws or restrictions in my historic subdivision. The 30 amp would be a plug coming out from my garage. When I first met these neighbors 5 years ago they had not even bought their...
Forum: Member Introductions 11-07-2010, 09:06 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,633
Posted By Skamper1
Welcome to the Airstream community. Have to...

Welcome to the Airstream community. Have to respond to the Buddy Heater suggestion. This is to be used outside and is not intended for indoor use. It gives off alot of heat and you can light a...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 11-07-2010, 07:35 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 5,065
Posted By Skamper1
Gonna move the AS...

Parked AS in the dead end alley behind my house. One neighbor is more excited about it than I am. Another neighbor who moved out of their house for 9 months while they did major renovation to their...
Forum: General Interior Topics 11-07-2010, 05:26 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,706
Posted By Skamper1
Smoke detector placement question

Replacing the batteries in my home detectors and remembered the smoke/CO detector in the AS. Unfortunately it is still in the box. Trying to decide where to install it. I do cook and sometimes...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 11-05-2010, 09:42 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,309
Posted By Skamper1
Yay! Found the problem. One of the wires from...

Yay! Found the problem. One of the wires from switch to fan motor had a faulty connection. Stripped wires and used wire nut to connect. The fan and switch both work. Now if I can only figure out how...
Forum: Clearcoat, Exterior Paint & Trim 11-05-2010, 05:53 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,061
Posted By Skamper1
I am beginning to work on my International...

I am beginning to work on my International emblems. Someone suggested putting a light coat of vasoline on the top of the raised letters. This seems like a good idea. Once I have sprayed the red,...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 11-05-2010, 05:45 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,309
Posted By Skamper1
Will do some more investigation today. Noticed...

Will do some more investigation today. Noticed that there is a bundle of wires under the filter. Have two 3-way switches that are supposed to control the galley lights. Will take pictures of current...
Forum: Exterior Restoration Forum 11-04-2010, 01:46 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,427
Posted By Skamper1
Finally located grommets for fasteners. The...

Finally located grommets for fasteners. The fasteners are called "common sense fasteners" because it takes common sense to work them! Went to a local sail maker and he has the common sense grommets,...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 11-04-2010, 01:35 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,309
Posted By Skamper1
Thanks for the quick replies. Undid one wire and...

Thanks for the quick replies. Undid one wire and touched the other. Nothing happened. Will get out the voltmeter and see if there is power coming through. Will be mad at my self if it is just a fuse!...
Forum: Windows & Screens 11-04-2010, 01:14 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,655
Posted By Skamper1
Finally finished replacing all the window...

Finally finished replacing all the window gaskets. Closed and locked the windows for 3 days. Some of the gaskets moved a little when compressed. Can see the edge of the gasket around the edge of the...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 11-04-2010, 01:07 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,309
Posted By Skamper1
Vent micro limit switch problem

Tried this in another area and got no response so am reposting my question here.
Resealed outside exhaust vent. First the fan worked, then didn't, then did and now doesn't. Think the problem is the...
Forum: Clearcoat, Exterior Paint & Trim 11-04-2010, 01:04 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,153
Posted By Skamper1
Took emblem to metal shop. Guy attacked it with a...

Took emblem to metal shop. Guy attacked it with a heavy leather hammer and dent is all gone. Every time it struck the emblem, my heart sank a little. Need to get a life. Now to sand and repaint....
Forum: Stoves, Ovens & Microwaves 11-03-2010, 06:17 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,152
Posted By Skamper1
Kitchen Exhaust Fan Questions

Resealed outside exhaust vent. First the fan worked, then didn't, then did and now doesn't. Think the problem is the micro limit switch. Can I disconnect one of the two wires and touch it to the...
Forum: Stoves, Ovens & Microwaves 11-03-2010, 05:38 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 10,553
Posted By Skamper1
Just for fun, get out that discolored copper...

Just for fun, get out that discolored copper Revereware cookset. With a little effort the first time, BarKeeper's removes all those burned spots. Once bottoms are back to shiney new, a little bit...
Forum: Clearcoat, Exterior Paint & Trim 10-28-2010, 05:28 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,780
Posted By Skamper1
Try contacting Camper Repair in Alabama. They...

Try contacting Camper Repair in Alabama. They have been in business since 1960 and Sonny has alot of stuff in different storage barns. Sorry don't have the number. He had some emblems for my 1978...
Forum: Clearcoat, Exterior Paint & Trim 10-28-2010, 04:50 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,153
Posted By Skamper1
Finally located a used emblem at Camper Repair in...

Finally located a used emblem at Camper Repair in Alabama. It has a slight dent/bend about five inches from the front. Is it possible to hammer the bend out of cast aluminum? Any help or suggestions...
Forum: Clearcoat, Exterior Paint & Trim 10-27-2010, 06:10 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,186
Posted By Skamper1
I just found the "International" 20"x16" trim...

I just found the "International" 20"x16" trim piece. It needs alot of cleaning and repainting. Have the original on the roadside. If you want I can send a picture of that. The "new" piece is cast...
Forum: Audio, Video & TV 10-27-2010, 05:51 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,066
Posted By Skamper1
Memories...8 tracks

Purchased 8 tracks off of Ebay. They arrived yesterday. Popped one in and stereo came to life. This took me back 33 years. Forgot how much has changed in all those years, but still a fun trip down...
Forum: Exterior Restoration Forum 10-21-2010, 12:39 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,427
Posted By Skamper1
Zip Dee awning is original without any additional...

Zip Dee awning is original without any additional hardware. I have a screen room for my pop-up and am familiar with the process. Somehow I think this is some sort of storage skirting.
Forum: Exterior Restoration Forum 10-21-2010, 07:05 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,427
Posted By Skamper1
Skirt for outside of AS?

My AS came with turnbuckles all around the roadside from front to rear 33' about 48" from the ground. Round grommets will not work. Was this an after market addition? Function? Noticed that the...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 10-19-2010, 02:26 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,959
Posted By Skamper1
Uncovered the two lights over the galley. Have a...

Uncovered the two lights over the galley. Have a strong feeling the wall mounted switches have been bypassed because it appears the lights are direct wired to control panel. Will do more...
Forum: Windows & Screens 10-16-2010, 09:10 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,027
Posted By Skamper1
OK, the good, the bad and the funny. Liked the...

OK, the good, the bad and the funny. Liked the suggestion about grinding off the point of the 1/2" screws. Turned on grinder...and then it happened. Know one screw flew off and hit the garage door...
Forum: Windows & Screens 10-15-2010, 08:30 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,027
Posted By Skamper1
In the overall picture not a big deal to replace...

In the overall picture not a big deal to replace the rusted screws. They are still holding, but just want to eliminate getting scratched by rusty screws! Thanks. Jack
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 10-15-2010, 08:15 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,959
Posted By Skamper1
Going to get out voltmeter. Not sure what I am...

Going to get out voltmeter. Not sure what I am looking for, but will report any findings. Thanks. Jack
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 10-15-2010, 06:08 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,959
Posted By Skamper1
3-way galley light switch question

Have 2 switches that are supposed to control galley roof locker lights. They did not work. How do I test to see if there is power to the switches? Removed the 2 switches. Any help for future removal...
Forum: Bumpers & Bumper Storage 10-15-2010, 05:35 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 7,998
Posted By Skamper1
Not sure I want to drop the belly pan at this...

Not sure I want to drop the belly pan at this point in my life. Spoke with Sonny Hare at Camper Repair Center in Al (great guy and source of information) and he said not to weld on a section of frame...
Forum: Windows & Screens 10-15-2010, 05:31 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,027
Posted By Skamper1
Screen screw question

Replacing gaskets and painting rusted hardware on all my windows. The screws holding the screens from the inside are # 10 X 3/4". The screws protrude outside and make it a little difficult to clean...
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