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Forum: Fun & Games 11-22-2007, 09:03 AM
Replies: 203
Views: 19,999
Posted By JohnG
None of the Airstreams in this film have been...

None of the Airstreams in this film have been used by Paris Hilton meaning their value is.....
Forum: Off Topic Forum 12-20-2004, 09:44 AM
Replies: 728
Views: 52,431
Posted By JohnG
I moved from Chicago because I really started to...

I moved from Chicago because I really started to hate all the snow but even more the short summer (Temps over 80 degrees)

Now last night it was 19 degrees here in Northern Mississippi. Not too...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 12-20-2004, 09:29 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,062
Posted By JohnG
I got back home yesterday and decided to look at...

I got back home yesterday and decided to look at the forum today. Glad to see nobody has lost their sense of humor.
Forum: Our Community 10-23-2004, 12:59 AM
Replies: 105
Views: 10,616
Posted By JohnG
Mine has not arrived yet!

Mine has not arrived yet!
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 10-20-2004, 10:46 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,960
Posted By JohnG
Well you can always use the cyclo to do a good...

Well you can always use the cyclo to do a good paste wax to your car. Removal of the glazed wax will be much easier if you have a machine to help you out. It does have more uses than just to put the...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 10-12-2004, 10:52 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,134
Posted By JohnG
Chaulk up another correct diagnoses for the...

Chaulk up another correct diagnoses for the Airstream Forums.

Well what kind of repair did they finally do to correct the problem?
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 10-12-2004, 10:44 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,484
Posted By JohnG
Talking LOL. Tell them that it is a Government Access...

LOL. Tell them that it is a Government Access Secured Uplink Satellite (GAS-US) system that works simular to the Internet, but is for diplomats, scientists, and other individuals with Top-Secret...
Forum: Doors & Locks 10-12-2004, 10:33 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,089
Posted By JohnG
The finish is Stainless Steel - I bought it from...

The finish is Stainless Steel - I bought it from a local locksmith. You might also do a websearch for Dexter Locks and see what you come up with. Either way you will save a bunch by just putting in a...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 10-12-2004, 10:19 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,497
Posted By JohnG
Mine hums too. Funny how you really don't notice...

Mine hums too. Funny how you really don't notice things like that during the day but thay become an annoyance at night.
During the day other noises fill the air and in effect they drown out the...
Forum: Tires 10-12-2004, 10:08 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,308
Posted By JohnG
I agree with what Andy says. IMHO if it were me I...

I agree with what Andy says. IMHO if it were me I would pursue the factory to replace the tire with the same sized tire so you don't have a load difference between tires. That particular larger tire...
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 10-07-2004, 09:40 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,484
Posted By JohnG
Now that would be a good one. You might even be...

Now that would be a good one. You might even be able to flatten the edges of the bowl and rivet it to the top. I could just imagine all the people that would ask you what it is...
Forum: Parts Archive 10-07-2004, 09:31 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,203
Posted By JohnG
Guess Im just a traditionalist - I like Blue Best

Guess Im just a traditionalist - I like Blue Best
Forum: Community Polls 10-07-2004, 09:20 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,356
Posted By JohnG
I've opted to forget the TV and just use a radio....

I've opted to forget the TV and just use a radio. I enjoy sitting under the awning and listening to it while I relax and enjoy the scenery around me. I do bring my cell, but that is for emergencies....
Forum: Doors & Locks 10-07-2004, 09:07 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,089
Posted By JohnG
Forget replacing the lock PERIOD. That's right...

Forget replacing the lock PERIOD. That's right forget it. Do exactly what I and many others have done - Put a deadbolt on your door. It locks better, adds certain door security, and the door won't...
Forum: Our Community 10-07-2004, 08:46 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,253
Posted By JohnG
IMHO Nothing against the charity, but it looks...

IMHO Nothing against the charity, but it looks like they would have had it made in a more popular color to interest more people and left the painting off the sides of the trailer. I believe in...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 10-07-2004, 08:37 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 8,088
Posted By JohnG
I tow with a 1/2 ton GMC with heavy duty springs...

I tow with a 1/2 ton GMC with heavy duty springs in the rear. It has the 5.7 Vortex motor and 3.73 rear. I have had no problem with it, but the most part of my towing is on flat land. The only rough...
Forum: Insurance & Claims 09-28-2004, 10:57 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 12,894
Posted By JohnG
The cost of repairs would be more than it would...

The cost of repairs would be more than it would ever be worth. Airstreams don't make good cargo trailers because of the monocular design, but I like the idea of a play house for the kids. Wouldn't...
Forum: Leaks - Weatherstrips, Gaskets, Caulks & Sealants 09-28-2004, 10:44 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,694
Posted By JohnG
If the holes are not to large and you are able to...

If the holes are not to large and you are able to rivet them I would just do that since it is on top and hopefully out of view. Don't forget to use some Vulkem or Sikaflex to seal the rivet too.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 09-28-2004, 10:38 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,770
Posted By JohnG
It is much better to have that little bit extra...

It is much better to have that little bit extra when you need it then not to have it.
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 09-28-2004, 10:35 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,163
Posted By JohnG
You could try to mount it over the small balls...

You could try to mount it over the small balls with the sway bar being loose and then remove it carfully and tighten it then place it back on the balls and pin it. Or you may have to shorten the bar...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 09-28-2004, 10:32 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,163
Posted By JohnG
I use the Equal-i-zer

An excellent hitch. No problems and I loive that you don't have the chains to tighten up and let back down. I also have an added on sway control bar. This is mounted to the side of the AS frame and...
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 09-28-2004, 09:37 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 6,722
Posted By JohnG
I will be interested to know if this holds up. I...

I will be interested to know if this holds up. I do think that it will do just fine since you only had 3 broken Olympic rivets and have now done a complete replacement with the bucked-in rivets. The...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 09-28-2004, 09:19 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,134
Posted By JohnG
That sounds right to me. AC current works evenly....

That sounds right to me. AC current works evenly. On an oscilloscope, (an instrument that shows the variations in a fluctuating electrical quantity as a visible wave form) AC voltage would appear as...
Forum: Buyer Guidelines 09-28-2004, 08:44 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 7,723
Posted By JohnG
Abilities are so diverse among those that buy an...

Abilities are so diverse among those that buy an AS that telling you what to look for and what to dismiss as repairable would be a difficult task.
The best instance in buying anything is that it be...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 09-28-2004, 12:34 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,771
Posted By JohnG
I am replacing all exterior lights with LED...

I am replacing all exterior lights with LED lights. I am also thinking about placing led strip lights in place of the light bulbs in the interior but I want to keep the old style fixtures with a...
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 09-19-2004, 01:22 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,787
Posted By JohnG
Wow, you learn something new every day.

Wow, you learn something new every day.
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 09-19-2004, 01:17 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,895
Posted By JohnG
If you end up needing to replace it you might...

If you end up needing to replace it you might want to take a look at this site; https://www.bestconverter.com/ you can get an 80 amp model for only $234.95 and lower amp models down to 30 amps for...
Forum: Axles 09-19-2004, 01:02 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,691
Posted By JohnG
I think you are making reference to Rick's...

I think you are making reference to Rick's (Tarheel) post. I was wondering the same thing. It looks like it would just come apart and also looks like you could overshoot it too easy. I think I would...
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 09-19-2004, 12:53 AM
Replies: 292
Views: 80,050
Posted By JohnG
Funny thing - that picture kind of looks like the...

Funny thing - that picture kind of looks like the pictures of that Franklin Mint Model of the AS. Just curious, how many hours have you got into this project so far? and how far to go?
Forum: Windows & Screens 09-17-2004, 08:44 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,457
Posted By JohnG
Well I guess I just got lucky while waiting for...

Well I guess I just got lucky while waiting for the news of how to get this glass and how much it was going to cost. I found it at Colaws and they sent me my window in it's frame, the frame that is...
Forum: Axles 09-17-2004, 08:27 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,691
Posted By JohnG
Sounds like he's on the right track. Tell hime...

Sounds like he's on the right track. Tell hime that is will be easier to cut the angle before he screws them together. Unless you have a chainsaw and are good at using it.
Forum: General Interior Topics 09-17-2004, 08:24 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,496
Posted By JohnG
Plus it is suppose to have a service life of 25...

Plus it is suppose to have a service life of 25 years. Sounds like it would do the job to me too.
Forum: General Interior Topics 09-17-2004, 08:19 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,648
Posted By JohnG
Rog, You're right on the threads, but think of...

Rog,
You're right on the threads, but think of this - if everyone looked up old threads all the time and never asked we wouldn't have any redundancy to keep our forum interest alive. The rehash...
Forum: Our Community 09-15-2004, 09:21 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,588
Posted By JohnG
My son is 7 and camping and fishing is our main...

My son is 7 and camping and fishing is our main summertime activity. However, we arn't crowded because it is only he an I.
Forum: Axles 09-15-2004, 09:19 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,691
Posted By JohnG
Good Luck Ingrid, I hope it all works well for...

Good Luck Ingrid, I hope it all works well for you. Look forward to your pix....
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 09-15-2004, 09:17 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,045
Posted By JohnG
Drilling the rivets is the correct thing. When...

Drilling the rivets is the correct thing. When you cut the heads off it stands the chance of scratching the aurrounding aluminum and if a head is stubborn then you will egg the hole which means that...
Forum: General Repair Forum 09-15-2004, 09:10 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,035
Posted By JohnG
Welcome to the forums Caroline. The photo's...

Welcome to the forums Caroline.

The photo's don't look so awful as you think. There are a lot of folks here that are full of ideas to help you out, and the best part is that they all are willing...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 09-15-2004, 08:55 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,459
Posted By JohnG
Wow Kevin, Great post!

Wow Kevin, Great post!
Forum: Belly Pans & Banana Wraps 09-15-2004, 01:21 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,162
Posted By JohnG
Chuck, I looked at the hole in my bellypan that...

Chuck,
I looked at the hole in my bellypan that is seen from the bumper box inside and decided to place an separate sheet of aluminum there with a bunch of rivets. Thinking that will take care of...
Forum: Windows & Screens 09-15-2004, 11:39 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,344
Posted By JohnG
Don't know if they have the weatherstrip that...

Don't know if they have the weatherstrip that matches AS but they do have a nice collection and great prices. Thanks
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 09-15-2004, 11:22 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 11,072
Posted By JohnG
That's a good question. My 75 has mostly soft...

That's a good question. My 75 has mostly soft rivets. It does have hard rivets in the front, the double row behind the LP tanks. That's all I know about so far.
To answer your question; I have no...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 09-15-2004, 11:11 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,381
Posted By JohnG
The photo by the pyramid is for sure an...

The photo by the pyramid is for sure an implant.........Shadow is incorrect to the rest of the shadows in the picture. Looks like the sun was more overhead for the shadow of the ugly car/camper as...
Forum: Axles 09-15-2004, 10:55 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,691
Posted By JohnG
Ok, there is such a thing then, but starting...

Ok, there is such a thing then, but starting price $347.30 extending to $1113.20 besides shipping cost. No thanks!
Comparatively, the price of the ramps like PF posted above is around $40.00 and...
Forum: Windows & Screens 09-14-2004, 12:47 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,344
Posted By JohnG
I got to do the gasket thing to on my 75...

I got to do the gasket thing to on my 75 Sovereign. I plan on doing them all right away. Guess I will buy the material before the sale ends at Inland RV even though I won't get to it for a month or...
Forum: Parts Archive 09-14-2004, 12:44 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,528
Posted By JohnG
I'm in the process of chainging every light on my...

I'm in the process of chainging every light on my AS to the diode lights, including the back-up lights. I am also placing a red bar on the back in the center like the added brake light on cars so it...
Forum: Axles 09-14-2004, 12:30 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,691
Posted By JohnG
Ingrid, Maybe the photo I am posting will...

Ingrid,

Maybe the photo I am posting will help you to get the idea of what you need. I just made it fast like so it is kind of crude, but I think you should get the idea.
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 09-14-2004, 12:09 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,134
Posted By JohnG
Joe, Let us know how the repair goes and...

Joe,

Let us know how the repair goes and find out for sure what the problem is and post so we can all be aware of what happened in your case.

The thing with your hot water heater and it not...
Forum: Roof Vents, Skylights & Fans 09-13-2004, 11:42 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,380
Posted By JohnG
The rubber roofing material will definately hold...

The rubber roofing material will definately hold up. Plus, like Aaron said you could just go to a work site and find it all over on the ground. They will be more than happy for you to pick up some of...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 09-13-2004, 10:56 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,028
Posted By JohnG
Really neat. Looks like it is in really great...

Really neat. Looks like it is in really great shape.
Forum: Off Topic Forum 09-13-2004, 10:50 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,381
Posted By JohnG
Buy It Now for $6489.00 Maybe - - - if they...

Buy It Now for $6489.00

Maybe - - - if they accept Monoply Money...
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