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Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 06-22-2021, 06:01 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 899
Posted By 72 tradewind
I make my own

I just replaced mine with scrap plexiglass- trace the outline, trim to fit, extend the bottom to be flush with the skin.
Forum: Off Topic Forum 02-19-2021, 05:34 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 5,619
Posted By 72 tradewind
How about

Old glory.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 01-02-2020, 06:15 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,602
Posted By 72 tradewind
Tradewind tongue weight

Hi 20bs,
I have a 72 Tradewind.
I have not weighed the tongue I would be surprised if it was 720lbs..
...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 11-04-2019, 04:48 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 482
Posted By 72 tradewind
It sounds like the thermocouple. It is easy to...

It sounds like the thermocouple. It is easy to replace. The last time I did it I got one from Home Depot...
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 10-20-2019, 03:29 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,834
Posted By 72 tradewind
Anode petcock comparison

to add to the debate-
the eaten anode came out of my lp gas only water heater, it is about a year old...
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 10-09-2019, 06:05 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,834
Posted By 72 tradewind
remove it and replace it with a sacrificial anode...

remove it and replace it with a sacrificial anode that incorporates a drain valve. Such as ...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 08-03-2018, 03:39 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 904
Posted By 72 tradewind
Hello Carm, The fact that it works if you bump...

Hello Carm,
The fact that it works if you bump it probably means a loose connection.
Me, I would take it apart and figure it out but I realize that isn't for everyone...
Do you have an idea...
Forum: 2009-2015 Flying Cloud 05-30-2017, 04:00 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,550
Posted By 72 tradewind
Camera

It seems to be a Weldex.
They are still in business https://cms.weldex.com/index.php/en
They are relatively inexpensive an reliable as far as I know.
I installed/repaired for 8 years....
Forum: Photography 05-05-2017, 04:36 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 18,014
Posted By 72 tradewind
At Palmetto State Park in Tx. Watching Mama doing...

At Palmetto State Park in Tx. Watching Mama doing something outside.
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 03-05-2017, 07:49 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,348
Posted By 72 tradewind
Can you hear the compressor kicking...

Can you hear the compressor kicking (turning/engaging) on?
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 02-24-2017, 05:36 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,813
Posted By 72 tradewind
Centramatics

The effect they have on the tow vehicle is an overall smoother ride. The offset is negligible. I recommend them.
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 12-03-2016, 02:26 PM
Replies: 124
Views: 19,646
Posted By 72 tradewind
Scott, you stated "turning coach master on...

Scott, you stated
"turning coach master on allows power to flow to the Fusion system.....because the Fusion lights up again when you turn the master switch on....so, once again you turn the Fusion...
Forum: Stoves, Ovens & Microwaves 05-18-2015, 11:55 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,956
Posted By 72 tradewind
Sorry folks, I ended up chucking it because I...

Sorry folks,
I ended up chucking it because I had to move and had no room forit any longer..Sorry.
Forum: Stoves, Ovens & Microwaves 05-11-2015, 01:44 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,956
Posted By 72 tradewind
Magic chef

I still have it ..
Forum: Stoves, Ovens & Microwaves 03-06-2015, 01:52 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,956
Posted By 72 tradewind
Free 1972 magic chef stove/parts

Hi all,
I have the Magic Chef stove out of my 72 Tradewind.
Anyone needing/wanting it or parts (it is complete)
let me know.
Forum: Photography 01-25-2014, 05:19 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 943
Posted By 72 tradewind
Interesting RV photos at night

I found this site through the weather channel...



FRANK HALLAM DAY | RV Night (https://frankhday.com/rv-night-8a5d1)
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 09-23-2012, 11:44 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,829
Posted By 72 tradewind
The last time I saw this, the charge wire from...

The last time I saw this, the charge wire from the alt to the battery positive terminal was burned open...Do you show 40 volts at the battery? You should have no more than 14.8ish. If is only 12v...
Forum: Tires 03-26-2012, 04:30 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 21,945
Posted By 72 tradewind
yes

they are bias, thanks for the feedback.
Forum: Tires 03-25-2012, 10:15 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 21,945
Posted By 72 tradewind
Bias ply update

I finally finished installing new brakes and bias ply tires (Carlisle) on our Airstream. I balanced the wheel assemblies on a tire balancer (no road force) and also installed Centramatics. The result...
Forum: Tires 03-05-2012, 09:22 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 21,945
Posted By 72 tradewind
Road force explaination

Road force measures the tire/wheel assembly for the amount of force (in pounds) the tire's high spot exerts on the road. Think of the tire as oval shaped (most are to a degree) when it is rotating,...
Forum: Tires 02-13-2012, 06:39 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 21,945
Posted By 72 tradewind
Bias Ply tires

When we bought our Airstream 25' Tradewind in 2004 it had 7.00X15 load range C's on it. Not catching that it really needed load range D's I replaced them with Denhams 7X15 load range C's (45 psi) for...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 04-18-2011, 11:24 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,818
Posted By 72 tradewind
Talking Please excuse me.

Hello Roger, I apologize for "my dumb non-anwser" (it seems that being from Texas has something to do with my being dumb although I guess I am too dumb to know why) I digress. I should have said " I...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 04-12-2011, 11:22 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,818
Posted By 72 tradewind
dont...

Do not waste your money...
Forum: Vintage Kin 04-11-2011, 04:42 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,960
Posted By 72 tradewind
Shady Dell in Bisbee, AZ

I believe the Shady Dell R.V. park in Bisbee, AZ has one of these in it's "collection". Welcome to the Shady Dell! (https://www.theshadydell.com/)
Forum: Roof 03-29-2011, 12:59 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,857
Posted By 72 tradewind
Ok

Thanks
Forum: Roof 03-22-2011, 04:21 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,857
Posted By 72 tradewind
Clay, have you taken off your antenna yet? If not...

Clay, have you taken off your antenna yet? If not I will take it. Scott
Forum: Tow Vehicles 06-13-2010, 12:44 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,947
Posted By 72 tradewind
You go girl!!

I am glad for you.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 06-12-2010, 11:09 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,947
Posted By 72 tradewind
Water pump leak/ac

Laura the way the system (a/c) works is, if you have a freon leak, when the pressure goes low because of a loss of freon, the compressor will not run (due to the low pressure switch) thereby...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 06-10-2010, 01:16 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,947
Posted By 72 tradewind
Smile Yukon

Hi Laura, I own a 2001 GMC with a 5.3 L engine. I am also an Automotive Technician. 1; I find it hard to believe both compressor and rear evaporator are "bad" at the same time. I would have the low...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 05-14-2010, 04:30 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,484
Posted By 72 tradewind
black water tank

Niche, it does get involved. I ordered a kit to rebuild my valve but it was incorrect so I put another of the "same" valve in it. The difference was only 1.5 inches higher which for me meant...
Forum: Mechanics Corner - Engines, Transmission & More... 03-13-2010, 03:02 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,848
Posted By 72 tradewind
Bad Fuel

How old is your fuel? Did you add new to old fuel? My suggestion is drain and replace fuel. You can start off with 10 gal or so to be sure. This is an easy fix/test. I am a Auto/Truck technician and...
Forum: Photography 03-04-2010, 04:11 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 11,759
Posted By 72 tradewind
My Airstream in Spring! Spring, TX that is!!!

Sorry I could not resist!!:D
Forum: On The Road... 12-25-2008, 09:21 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,402
Posted By 72 tradewind
Stinky beach at Goose Island

It lives up to its name. If you stay on the waterfront side the breeze keeps the mosquitos at bay...(so to speak):lol:
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 06-25-2008, 01:32 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 29,026
Posted By 72 tradewind
After you clear your tube you may want to take a...

After you clear your tube you may want to take a small square of screen and zip-tie it around the end of the tube to keep out daubers etc.
Forum: Off Topic Forum 03-02-2008, 05:52 AM
Replies: 306
Views: 37,346
Posted By 72 tradewind
My "classic"

I call her "The old girl"
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 02-09-2008, 05:32 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,472
Posted By 72 tradewind
boiling batterys

What I have found with boiling batterys is that the batterys have failed. First battery in my Airstream started boiling after about a year of light use. Replaced it with the warranty battery, (same...
Forum: Roof Vents, Skylights & Fans 02-05-2008, 04:48 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,665
Posted By 72 tradewind
Hi honez, My 72 had a water leak from the exhaust...

Hi honez, My 72 had a water leak from the exhaust fan also. I resealed the exhaust fan vent on the roof to fix it. I think your P.O. sealed it to cure a leak. As far as a shroud, I dont know. Mine...
Forum: General Repair Forum 01-25-2008, 04:19 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 8,031
Posted By 72 tradewind
What a moron!

I would hound him until the end of time.
Forum: General Interior Topics 11-12-2007, 05:51 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,265
Posted By 72 tradewind
freebees

I would like to have the water pump, although I am not sure what constitutes a supporting member. I could also use a vent light fixture.
Forum: Member Introductions 11-10-2007, 08:05 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,732
Posted By 72 tradewind
We keep our two in carriers in the back seat,...

We keep our two in carriers in the back seat, when we get to our destination we let them in the trailer and they are instantly at home. When we are getting ready and the cages are on the floor they...
Forum: Fun & Games 05-30-2007, 07:11 PM
Replies: 1,913
Views: 195,955
Posted By 72 tradewind
favorites

A man who conquers others is strong. A man who conquers himself is mighty.- Jean Duc de La Rochefoucauld, And, Is the glass half full or half empty? Depends on wether you are drinking or pouring! We...
Forum: Fun & Games 01-12-2007, 06:49 PM
Replies: 706
Views: 81,077
Posted By 72 tradewind
One of my favorites!

Why can't your hand be twelve inches long? (drumroll please) Cause then it woukd be a foot! AH HA HA HA (sound of me laughing uncontrollably while the nice men inthe white coats drag me away)
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 01-11-2007, 06:58 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,432
Posted By 72 tradewind
air leaks

You should have a water leak also. I have seen bubbles in my hot water but consider it normal as I have no water leaks.
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 01-04-2007, 03:03 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,381
Posted By 72 tradewind
Camping world faucet

I installed that one in our 72 Tradewind. Works good. Easy to install.
Forum: General Motorhome Topics 12-27-2006, 05:03 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,371
Posted By 72 tradewind
Headlamp replacement

It amazes me that most people will not replace a head lamp until it is acutally burned out!
Forum: Off Topic Forum 12-25-2006, 06:38 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,388
Posted By 72 tradewind
What I got Tradewind for Christmas

Out of the rain! An awning.
Forum: Off Topic Forum 12-20-2006, 05:52 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,752
Posted By 72 tradewind
superstitions

I was born on Friday the 13th and have had plenty of black cats. I personally do not believe in superstitions. (nor do I suffer from triskadekaphobia:lol:
Forum: Off Topic Forum 12-10-2006, 04:36 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,934
Posted By 72 tradewind
Horatio?

And here I thought I was the only one in the world who would name a cat Horatio!!:lol: Actually Horatio Da Cat.:lol:
Forum: Off Topic Forum 11-13-2006, 07:56 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,400
Posted By 72 tradewind
Let's see.....

1972 airstream-fixed ac, heat,multiple leaks, toilet, antenna, axles, sofa reupholstered, water pump, cabinet doors, paid 4400- "invested" (?) 2500 or more, 1960 Cadillac, rebuilt engine and trans,...
Forum: Community Polls 10-04-2006, 07:22 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,485
Posted By 72 tradewind
weekend campers

We just returned from a weekend down in Leauge City, TX where we stayed at the Marina Bay R.V. Resort. Pricey at 33 bucks a night but only 5 minutes from the Watergate marina where our new (to us)...
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