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Forum: General Repair Forum 08-13-2019, 11:41 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,931
Posted By AYRSTRM2
Just a word on repairs. Your Airstream systems...

Just a word on repairs. Your Airstream systems are no different than any other RV. If you need plumbing, electrical, road gear, LP or AC work done, any reputable RV dealer can do that work. With...
Forum: General Repair Forum 08-13-2019, 11:21 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 772
Posted By AYRSTRM2
Ok to answer your question (and yes, you can use...

Ok to answer your question (and yes, you can use stabilizers on all four corners) it's pretty simple. Get a soft mallet. Measure either how far inboard or how far out from the center line are the...
Forum: General Repair Forum 08-13-2019, 11:09 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,342
Posted By AYRSTRM2
I have two I pulled off our trailer when I put in...

I have two I pulled off our trailer when I put in Fantastics. The screen is caput, don't remember if it's easily replaceable and I'm about 1000 miles away right now. I will be home Thursday and can...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 10-19-2018, 09:12 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,566
Posted By AYRSTRM2
Look, I'm no battery expert, but this solution...

Look, I'm no battery expert, but this solution still sounds dangerous.
Here's why I am nervous: Those batteries can still outgas while not charging, AND that fan motor can and does spark. This...
Forum: Jacks, Stabilizers, Lifting and Leveling 10-19-2018, 08:45 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,415
Posted By AYRSTRM2
For everyone following along at home, the hitch...

For everyone following along at home, the hitch jack diameter is 2 and 1/4"

So the existing power jack worked when I hooked it up to a fresh battery - the connection from the trailer itself...
Forum: On The Road... 10-17-2018, 02:17 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,633
Posted By AYRSTRM2
On our first trip with our 66 Safari (in 2004) I...

On our first trip with our 66 Safari (in 2004) I brought my whole tool bag and cordless drill/driver. When we pulled in, something was loose (something is always loose) and I got out the toolbag. ...
Forum: Our Community 10-17-2018, 06:30 AM
Replies: 7,905
Views: 1,567,152
Posted By AYRSTRM2
Last Week, out the window of my Hotel room on...

Last Week, out the window of my Hotel room on 14th Ave in Washington DC, I saw this behemoth. Note the Van has an AC too.
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 10-15-2018, 12:44 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,723
Posted By AYRSTRM2
I have seen this kind of damage, but don't have...

I have seen this kind of damage, but don't have any EMS or other fancy protection systems. When I have seen this kind of damage, it is when water has gotten in between the plug and outlet or other...
Forum: Our Community 10-15-2018, 12:02 PM
Replies: 7,905
Views: 1,567,152
Posted By AYRSTRM2
Couple of interesting sites

Driving home from Illinois yesterday, this was in my rear view mirror (for the first time) and followed us home. (The wheels and tires are yes, brand new. Long story. Check out the Argosy board,...
Forum: Jacks, Stabilizers, Lifting and Leveling 09-11-2018, 05:21 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,415
Posted By AYRSTRM2
Hitch Jack Outer Diameter for 1979 Argosy

About to pick up a 1979 30 ft Argosy this weekend. It's currently 1000 miles away and want to arrive prepared for all eventualities, including that the electric hitch jack doesn't work. Can someone...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 08-15-2018, 08:49 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 963
Posted By AYRSTRM2
The Coleman seems to be highly rated on Amazon,...

The Coleman seems to be highly rated on Amazon, and that's usually a trustworthy way to determine its quality, if there are lots of ratings. The Coleman AC has hundreds of ratings, so paid reviews...
Forum: 1959-69 Tradewind 10-03-2011, 06:04 AM
Replies: 457
Views: 54,716
Posted By AYRSTRM2
Rod, good to see you're still having a go...

Rod,

good to see you're still having a go at it. For the short, it burns out the tow vehicle fuse, right? If that's the case, pull apart the plug that goes from your trailer to the tow...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 04-01-2008, 07:52 AM
Replies: 2,713
Views: 158,903
Posted By AYRSTRM2
Since we can't start a Poll in an old thread, I...

Since we can't start a Poll in an old thread, I recommend we set up a new 2008 thread, and a poll separately. What sayest all of you?
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 04-01-2008, 07:46 AM
Replies: 2,713
Views: 158,903
Posted By AYRSTRM2
Alright. I'll get the ball rolling. ...

Alright. I'll get the ball rolling.

Prepare for Metro Detroit Rally 2007 thread shut down!
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 04-01-2008, 07:40 AM
Replies: 2,713
Views: 158,903
Posted By AYRSTRM2
Just a thought on State Parks - - The facilities...

Just a thought on State Parks - - The facilities at 9 out of 10 of them are fantastic. You won't find cleaner bathrooms and showers. The weeds are cut and the parks are often in the best spots. ...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 03-31-2008, 07:28 AM
Replies: 2,713
Views: 158,903
Posted By AYRSTRM2
And I'm here too. So the Hell campground is out? ...

And I'm here too. So the Hell campground is out?

Now, having said that, two years ago I compiled a list of campgrounds in this area. My list is here. (https://del.icio.us/ssbtdoom/lppi)

KC...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 02-06-2008, 07:37 AM
Replies: 2,713
Views: 158,903
Posted By AYRSTRM2
Yikes. Not sure how we'd make more than four or...

Yikes. Not sure how we'd make more than four or five units before falling over.
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 02-05-2008, 07:22 AM
Replies: 2,713
Views: 158,903
Posted By AYRSTRM2
The tradition has been, as soon as we have the...

The tradition has been, as soon as we have the location of the next rally mostly confirmed, we switch off this one and start a new one...

Wow, you know, before the Metro Detroit Rally came along,...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 01-29-2008, 07:27 AM
Replies: 2,713
Views: 158,903
Posted By AYRSTRM2
I'm here, just lurking. Got a lot of other...

I'm here, just lurking. Got a lot of other things going on, s'all.
Forum: General Repair Forum 01-25-2008, 07:00 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 7,985
Posted By AYRSTRM2
One word: Sue.

One word: Sue.
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 08-02-2007, 09:13 PM
Replies: 2,713
Views: 158,903
Posted By AYRSTRM2
This is now a problem. I will have to have...

This is now a problem. I will have to have speaks with Mr. Patterson about this frivolous and incorrect statement about the Rolling Stones. I shall say no more.
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 07-30-2007, 07:28 AM
Replies: 2,713
Views: 158,903
Posted By AYRSTRM2
I got a PM from Dan a while back saying he WAS...

I got a PM from Dan a while back saying he WAS coming, and I've got nothing otherwise so far. As they are returning ralliers I'm giving them the benefit of the doubt.
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 07-30-2007, 07:26 AM
Replies: 2,713
Views: 158,903
Posted By AYRSTRM2
Updated list. One dropped off, and we have a yes...

Updated list. One dropped off, and we have a yes turned to a "maybe."

Any changes ?
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 07-29-2007, 04:43 PM
Replies: 2,713
Views: 158,903
Posted By AYRSTRM2
It's a skeleton. That burns. And rides a...

It's a skeleton. That burns. And rides a motorcycle. I never "got" that comic book when I was a kid, but now it sounds like Andy. Well, when he's wearing orange.
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 07-29-2007, 04:34 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,751
Posted By AYRSTRM2
Ok, Yes you can do everything you just...

Ok,

Yes you can do everything you just said. What you want to make sure is that you have a 35-45 amp fuse between the battery and the charger. Take a look at this schematic. ...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 07-27-2007, 02:03 PM
Replies: 2,713
Views: 158,903
Posted By AYRSTRM2
That'd be cool! I'll be there at 8 pm since we...

That'd be cool! I'll be there at 8 pm since we don't need to drive to every Meijer between Saline and Jackson to buy life preservers this year. It'll be fun! And we can all gawk at people when...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 07-26-2007, 08:11 AM
Replies: 2,713
Views: 158,903
Posted By AYRSTRM2
Sounds good! Last year we just used sticks to...

Sounds good! Last year we just used sticks to cook the dogs over the fire. We have some from WalMart that are really just twisted coat hangers I think. We'll bring Ketsup, and maybe chop an...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 07-26-2007, 08:03 AM
Replies: 2,713
Views: 158,903
Posted By AYRSTRM2
You can use your fire ring at your site, or Dan...

You can use your fire ring at your site, or Dan (Crowbar) and Airpyro also cook with DOs. As will I. So if you want, we can piggy back ovens. I'm bring two and making two chocolate cakes. I will...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 07-25-2007, 06:32 PM
Replies: 2,713
Views: 158,903
Posted By AYRSTRM2
Just got off the phone with the campground. Our...

Just got off the phone with the campground. Our turn out is surprising them a bit! Mary Ann, the owner said it was ok that we smoosh the sites together to get everyone on the in-the-round area. Or...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 07-25-2007, 11:29 AM
Replies: 2,713
Views: 158,903
Posted By AYRSTRM2
Well, we're a week away. Wow, does it creep up...

Well, we're a week away. Wow, does it creep up fast. Now's a good time to chime in if you are NOT coming. We're right up against a reasonable number in the area, and I need to know if the list of...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 07-25-2007, 10:52 AM
Replies: 2,713
Views: 158,903
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They might just make up for the drop off of...

They might just make up for the drop off of Canuks!
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 07-25-2007, 10:10 AM
Replies: 2,713
Views: 158,903
Posted By AYRSTRM2
Please PM or email me as well.

Please PM or email me as well.
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 07-25-2007, 10:05 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,295
Posted By AYRSTRM2
Very well done. I like your deck replacement. ...

Very well done. I like your deck replacement. Put the fascia/kick panel on there an no one will realize it as ever fixed.
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 07-23-2007, 07:13 AM
Replies: 2,713
Views: 158,903
Posted By AYRSTRM2
Suggestion: Since Lou W and Joe & Lorrie occupied...

Suggestion: Since Lou W and Joe & Lorrie occupied the same spot, we've got a bit of a smoosh going on. How about Lou W and LouP move clockwise one spot each to 6 and 7, Ralph goes to 5 and Silvertwin...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 07-18-2007, 08:40 PM
Replies: 2,713
Views: 158,903
Posted By AYRSTRM2
Dude, at the rate of posting to this thread, I...

Dude, at the rate of posting to this thread, I don't have time to read them all. A PM would have worked.
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 07-18-2007, 02:08 PM
Replies: 2,713
Views: 158,903
Posted By AYRSTRM2
Roster so far.

Everybody, I have emailed and PM'ed "None" and I'm going to pull them. Here's the current roster of attendees:

Lou & Candace
Carol
Steph & Dave
Ralph
Buck & Grace
John & Shelly
Renee &...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 07-14-2007, 07:45 AM
Replies: 2,713
Views: 158,903
Posted By AYRSTRM2
Eh, is anyone here that was on the list I posted...

Eh, is anyone here that was on the list I posted that's NOT coming? I can't get "None" to respond to email or PM, so I'm considering them MIA. Anyone else that's not coming(hint: I heard a rumor...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 07-14-2007, 07:40 AM
Replies: 2,713
Views: 158,903
Posted By AYRSTRM2
In one of my barns I found the original Jarts. I...

In one of my barns I found the original Jarts. I could throw them on the grinder to make sure they stick in the drought hardened ground. How about that?
Forum: Rock Guards, Segment & Window Protectors 07-14-2007, 07:35 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,894
Posted By AYRSTRM2
Yes, please post some pics. Many of us have lots...

Yes, please post some pics. Many of us have lots of "adaptive" experience here! You first got the advice from two of our best '60's era restorers, Tom and Ed. If we all can see what you're dealing...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 07-13-2007, 11:10 AM
Replies: 2,713
Views: 158,903
Posted By AYRSTRM2
Lou, we have not screen tents or awnings...

Lou, we have not screen tents or awnings unfortunately.
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 07-12-2007, 10:07 AM
Replies: 2,713
Views: 158,903
Posted By AYRSTRM2
No, no reason to call the campground. But you do...

No, no reason to call the campground. But you do have to stop in and pay them yourself when you get there, unless you get there late, then settle with them in the morning.

I need to get some pics...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 07-11-2007, 09:50 PM
Replies: 2,713
Views: 158,903
Posted By AYRSTRM2
Whew, been a busy couple weeks. 3 camping trips,...

Whew, been a busy couple weeks. 3 camping trips, 4 border crossings, kayaks and sails on one trip, work s#!7 (including Congress trying to kill the program I work and we been busting our tails to...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 07-11-2007, 09:13 PM
Replies: 2,713
Views: 158,903
Posted By AYRSTRM2
Wait. Is it GT1963 or GT 6921????

Wait. Is it GT1963 or GT 6921????
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 07-11-2007, 09:11 PM
Replies: 2,713
Views: 158,903
Posted By AYRSTRM2
Wow. After many late worknights and an...

Wow. After many late worknights and an intervening camping trip down to Hudson I see I have missed much smack talk and goofiness. I would not expect less. SOOOOO, here's the roster, as I can...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 07-03-2007, 02:59 PM
Replies: 2,713
Views: 158,903
Posted By AYRSTRM2
\ Thanks for the reminder! Yep, need to...

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Thanks for the reminder! Yep, need to start counting noses. I promise that I will have an updated roster, and some instructions up this Week!!! Hopefully by tomorrow night.
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 06-27-2007, 04:05 PM
Replies: 2,713
Views: 158,903
Posted By AYRSTRM2
Wha', didn't you like this one?

Wha', didn't you like this one?
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 06-27-2007, 04:03 PM
Replies: 2,713
Views: 158,903
Posted By AYRSTRM2
Oh, you're on the attendee list. Joe quoted the...

Oh, you're on the attendee list. Joe quoted the forums Rally calendar listing, which is not the one that I keep. You and Grace have been on our attendee list from the start. Have no fear!
Forum: Vintage Kin 06-26-2007, 09:59 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 9,671
Posted By AYRSTRM2
Cute. Actually, not really. They all have their...

Cute. Actually, not really. They all have their roots with the same group. And they share many design elements that others just don't. Is it an Airstream - no. Are all bare aluminum clad travel...
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 06-26-2007, 07:02 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,559
Posted By AYRSTRM2
When the dealer I bought my '66 from replaced the...

When the dealer I bought my '66 from replaced the Bowen with the Atwood, they added an aluminum facing panel around the hole, as the opening for the Atwood needs to be smaller.

and we chose the 6...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 06-25-2007, 12:31 PM
Replies: 2,713
Views: 158,903
Posted By AYRSTRM2
Hope to finally see you, Retro! We need a Bambi...

Hope to finally see you, Retro! We need a Bambi to take the place of Tallzach's, as I haven't heard from them. There's still room. That looks to make the count 22. So far, so good!
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