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Forum: Airstream Classifieds 11-16-2018, 12:17 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 397
Posted By captmatt
1986 Airstream Sovereign 31 - Florida

Title: 1986 Airstream Sovereign 31 - Florida
I just posted a new ad on Airstream Classifieds.

Very Roomy, LOTS of storage. Original parquet floor in kitchen area. New carpet throughout. All...
Forum: 1947-1949 Liner 09-09-2015, 05:36 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,218
Posted By captmatt
That is just wonderful ! Hope to see you on the...

That is just wonderful ! Hope to see you on the road!


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Forum: 1947-1949 Liner 11-12-2014, 07:57 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,218
Posted By captmatt
Wow, from a "wanna-be" to a hard core 1947......

Wow, from a "wanna-be" to a hard core 1947... Fantastic! Welcome! I hope we see this bit of history on the trail some day. Never having done an AS rally the earliest I've seen camping was a late 50's.
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 11-12-2014, 07:44 PM
Replies: 299
Views: 44,648
Posted By captmatt
"Can I borrow your new-born baby for a week? I'll...

"Can I borrow your new-born baby for a week? I'll be very careful." My older AS would be like borrowing a new-born with medical problems... I love her like nobody else can! The answer of course is NO.
Forum: On The Road... 10-16-2014, 07:37 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,953
Posted By captmatt
Planning the Sept 2015 trip, Michigan?

I am able to take a 'leave of absence' in September. We are planning a trip out of the heat and humidity of the Everglades and were thinking of Michigan. In the spirit of adventure we have NO IDEA...
Forum: On The Road... 10-16-2014, 07:22 PM
Replies: 226
Views: 334,915
Posted By captmatt
RoadkingMoe pretty much nailed it for me! But I...

RoadkingMoe pretty much nailed it for me! But I choose to not have TV, so the satellite is overkill. Nailclipers & duct tape showed me he was a pro! Did he mention 'soft toilet paper' for times you...
Forum: Leaks - Weatherstrips, Gaskets, Caulks & Sealants 09-28-2014, 08:38 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 18,719
Posted By captmatt
And one more vote for Capt. Tolley's! Used it for...

And one more vote for Capt. Tolley's! Used it for the last 5 years... time to get a new bottle. This stuff lasts if used correctly!
Forum: Member Introductions 09-12-2014, 04:34 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,331
Posted By captmatt
Double welcomes are in order! We are sitting out...

Double welcomes are in order! We are sitting out a rain in the mountains outside of Asheville NC in our '86, 31 foot baby. I spent a year getting ours road ready and still get a surprise every trip....
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 08-08-2014, 05:30 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,727
Posted By captmatt
Wire nuts are only as good as the wirenut that is...

Wire nuts are only as good as the wirenut that is assembling the sound system...


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Forum: Member Introductions 08-01-2014, 12:18 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,090
Posted By captmatt
Took a lot longer to get road ready and safe than...

Took a lot longer to get road ready and safe than I thought! Last Sept. 5000 miles out west, this Sept. Biltmore Estate in NC. Countless weekenders around S. Florida.
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 08-01-2014, 12:06 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,727
Posted By captmatt
Loose wire nut on new radio... I could have fixed...

Loose wire nut on new radio... I could have fixed it with my eyes closed, if I ever found it! To make it interesting the Tech left a light on in the trailer to confirm all was well and forgot to turn...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 07-30-2014, 08:28 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,727
Posted By captmatt
Never found what the problem was, so I took AS to...

Never found what the problem was, so I took AS to area dealer that now deals w/AS. I was ready for the ROASTING i got from the last RV Dealer but they said it was just a connection problem...( I read...
Forum: Member Introductions 06-29-2014, 06:34 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,331
Posted By captmatt
Best thing I ever did was find this forum. I...

Best thing I ever did was find this forum. I Started very much like you are, STILL learning tons from this group!
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 06-12-2014, 06:06 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,727
Posted By captmatt
Thanks! I was so frustrated by this panel I was...

Thanks! I was so frustrated by this panel I was ready to just do without tunes in the trailer. I appreciate all the responses !
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 06-12-2014, 04:29 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,727
Posted By captmatt
Interesting. Door is labeled fuse panel and door...

Interesting. Door is labeled fuse panel and door lists the amperage of corresponding fuses. But it does look like a bus bar (with small black plastic boxes behind it). Very confusing, lost porch...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 06-12-2014, 04:13 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,727
Posted By captmatt
How do I check fuses?

This is the first time I've seen a 12v fuse panel like this. I was hoping to check fuses with multimeter by checking across the brass connectors but no reading. How do you check these fuses?...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 05-27-2014, 06:01 PM
Replies: 309
Views: 89,843
Posted By captmatt
I still am so glad to have found an original...

I still am so glad to have found an original condition 1997 F350 7.3 with less than 100,000 miles, way less, still not there less! Spent big $ repairing my diesel 'learning curve' mistakes but it is...
Forum: 1984 - 1989 Sovereign 05-03-2014, 06:22 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,157
Posted By captmatt
Installed new charger seemed easy... That should...

Installed new charger seemed easy... That should have been the first warning. I hooked up the neg. on the battery and went back in to check my handy work. Pushed the doorbell on my way in, nothing....
Forum: 1984 - 1989 Sovereign 05-02-2014, 07:46 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,322
Posted By captmatt
Still doing what I CAN do in good old fashion DIY...

Still doing what I CAN do in good old fashion DIY style.
Forum: 1984 - 1989 Sovereign 05-02-2014, 07:41 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,322
Posted By captmatt
BTW I will be installing a new...

BTW I will be installing a new charger/converter/Batt. tender in the morning. The old one had a "glitch" and may have fried my new Digital receiver (radio). I need to find the 12v fuse panel...
Forum: 1984 - 1989 Sovereign 05-02-2014, 07:36 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,157
Posted By captmatt
211055211056 Some pictures, might help... Thanks

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Some pictures, might help... Thanks
Forum: 1984 - 1989 Sovereign 05-02-2014, 07:28 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,157
Posted By captmatt
Charger/inverter replacement.

New charger has screw tight terminal for positive & negative and a terminal for a chassis ground. Old unit is hard wired to 12v system with an extra ground going into charger. Before I cut & strip...
Forum: Our Community 04-08-2014, 05:25 PM
Replies: 8,050
Views: 1,967,026
Posted By captmatt
Question I love the sleep number at home...

Do you have a link?
Forum: Member Introductions 04-02-2014, 06:34 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,090
Posted By captmatt
Wow, what a long strange trip it's been! So glad...

Wow, what a long strange trip it's been! So glad we stuck with the dream... See you on the road!!
Forum: On The Road... 03-27-2014, 06:31 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 4,910
Posted By captmatt
HighPlainAS, you are a good and noble wife. Good...

HighPlainAS, you are a good and noble wife. Good light is something you only miss when you just don't have it.
Forum: On The Road... 03-24-2014, 06:49 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 4,910
Posted By captmatt
Petzl has a great line of lights. I have one for...

Petzl has a great line of lights. I have one for getting the boat back to the dock when the sun set comes early... But a light strapped to the head is not always the most convenient. Small handhelds...
Forum: Our Community 03-21-2014, 06:22 PM
Replies: 8,050
Views: 1,967,026
Posted By captmatt
A new porch light (scare light) assembly. Tried...

A new porch light (scare light) assembly. Tried to put LED in old one but too much corrosion. I can't wait to see what I'm stepping on/in in the near future!
Forum: 1984 - 1989 Sovereign 03-15-2014, 08:53 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,322
Posted By captmatt
Ran down to take some pics and found the battery...

Ran down to take some pics and found the battery DEAD even with solar trickle charger... Arrrrgh! Here are a few pictures taken before I found new problem. 207507207508207509207510207511207512207513
Forum: 1984 - 1989 Sovereign 03-14-2014, 06:21 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,322
Posted By captmatt
All the necessary interior comforts were done in...

All the necessary interior comforts were done in Orlando! Wood-rot to carpet to plumbing, even a new stereo! Interesting outfit that works mostly on vintage motor coaches. Took me in as a charity...
Forum: On The Road... 03-13-2014, 06:25 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 4,910
Posted By captmatt
Re: early post

Total disclosure: I'm NOT so happy with upgrades... they all seem to be failing in some way this week. I will bite the bullet and get some proper LED lights! Sorry if I influenced you in the wrong...
Forum: On The Road... 03-08-2014, 05:09 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,068
Posted By captmatt
Well my contact is out of the business but he...

Well my contact is out of the business but he recommended you visit www.uship.com there you can post what you need done and people will submit bids. Just be sure mover is licensed and insured. And...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 03-07-2014, 04:42 AM
Replies: 139
Views: 10,017
Posted By captmatt
Healthy Eating!

Yes, eating on the road behind the wheel might be my problem. A 30 minute meal break might just be what the wife & beagle need as well. I'll try and work that in next trip.

Thanks Ken!
Forum: On The Road... 03-07-2014, 04:35 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,068
Posted By captmatt
By the way, I will try and contact the guy who...

By the way, I will try and contact the guy who was in the transport business and see if he can recommend anyone.
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 03-06-2014, 06:06 PM
Replies: 139
Views: 10,017
Posted By captmatt
My biggest challenge is "road food" or what I...

My biggest challenge is "road food" or what I prep for the road and have ready in the cooler. I have rarely seen anything I would consider eating in truck stops or stations I can get the trailer and...
Forum: On The Road... 03-06-2014, 05:30 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,068
Posted By captmatt
I think the choice of words will make a BIG...

I think the choice of words will make a BIG financial difference here. I would recommend you not look for a towing company rather a transport company. Be sure to have the bearings checked/repacked...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 02-10-2014, 06:21 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 9,829
Posted By captmatt
Be sure to do a "driver side back-up" if at all...

Be sure to do a "driver side back-up" if at all possible. If you are backing into a slot (drive way) that is on the drivers side it will go much smoother than just using the passenger side mirrors. I...
Forum: General Interior Topics 02-10-2014, 06:01 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,040
Posted By captmatt
Ah, pictures! Will do my next day off. I'm like a...

Ah, pictures! Will do my next day off. I'm like a proud new father! Good to hear the bias is limited. Makes me feel I am less likely to offend a hardcore purist. Mad respect for those people, would...
Forum: General Interior Topics 02-09-2014, 06:51 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,040
Posted By captmatt
Interior face lift!

Found a shop that specializes in older moterhome customization. They agreed to doing a soft floor repair, new carpet (cookie cutter), new plumbing fixtures (Big improvement) wall coverings and vent...
Forum: Forum Admin, News and Member Account Info 02-05-2014, 02:47 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,939
Posted By captmatt
Congrats!:clap::clap::clap::king:

Congrats!:clap::clap::clap::king:
Forum: Forum Admin, News and Member Account Info 02-04-2014, 07:24 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,939
Posted By captmatt
I wish I had more time off. I could finally get...

I wish I had more time off. I could finally get that 4th rivet!
Forum: Member Introductions 02-04-2014, 06:49 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 919
Posted By captmatt
You never know...

Hi!

We found a vintage AS Sovereign that was literally garage kept... perfect! just $10,000 more than we had. If I knew what I know now I would have floated a loan it would have been cheaper! But...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 02-03-2014, 07:18 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 7,070
Posted By captmatt
BTW, it is a 12 v. unit and it is small enough to...

BTW, it is a 12 v. unit and it is small enough to slide under the seat in the TV but not too small that you forget were it is.
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 02-03-2014, 07:11 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 7,070
Posted By captmatt
We picked up a fairly beefy unit for little $ at...

We picked up a fairly beefy unit for little $ at a WalMart on the road. It claims to be for 'Big' tires and had no trouble getting the tires up to 60 Lbs. on a mountain, and included a nice case and...
Forum: Member Introductions 01-13-2014, 06:09 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,625
Posted By captmatt
Keep looking & learning

Wife wanted room, thought was we may use it as a Summer Home away from the heat of South Florida. Knew before we even looked that a new 27' + was out of our league. Found a vintage in good shape...
Forum: Clearcoat, Exterior Paint & Trim 12-19-2013, 06:31 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,187
Posted By captmatt
If you are talking about the Co-op in Orlando, I...

If you are talking about the Co-op in Orlando, I have been there and after a half hour felt comfortable leaving our baby in Jim's capable hands (look at "Daily Pose"). I wonder about the the 'future'...
Forum: Clearcoat, Exterior Paint & Trim 12-19-2013, 06:12 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,187
Posted By captmatt
Saw some AWESOME Argosy TT on our trip out west...

Saw some AWESOME Argosy TT on our trip out west but we are keeping the AS. I think I will ask to have the remaining clear-cote striped and just go with cleaning and washing the Al beauty.:o
Forum: Clearcoat, Exterior Paint & Trim 12-19-2013, 05:09 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,187
Posted By captmatt
Is he trying to paint my AS?

I found an awesome RV repair man/group. The specialty is GMC motor coaches but he will take in the random AS. He has already impressed me with the collective skill Re: floor repair and overall...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 10-24-2013, 06:55 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 10,724
Posted By captmatt
Love this thread!!! Loved the beer about a month...

Love this thread!!! Loved the beer about a month before I saw it! It is in SW Florida Publix stores, even in the refrigerated section! Of course my first 6-pack is immortalized on my phone...
Forum: General Repair Forum 10-13-2013, 07:22 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,139
Posted By captmatt
There are maybe 5 names that stand out to me in...

There are maybe 5 names that stand out to me in the AS world, and Andy is one of them!
Forum: Stella's Kitchen 08-02-2013, 08:17 PM
Replies: 228
Views: 38,596
Posted By captmatt
It is good to see you are willing to try. I'm the...

It is good to see you are willing to try. I'm the part-time vegan and my wife puts up with it. Thank God it is easy to grow sprouts on the road! I'll have some fish or chicken once a week but "road...
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