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Forum: General Interior Topics 03-05-2018, 05:02 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 7,722
Posted By rhutson
Nice job. Looks great. Rick:flowers::flowers:

Nice job. Looks great. Rick:flowers::flowers:
Forum: On The Road... 03-04-2018, 07:09 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 7,534
Posted By rhutson
Spent last summer going across the south taking...

Spent last summer going across the south taking our daughter to college. Went from KOA to KOA and had a blast. They may not all be a destination but they sure served a purpose! Looking forward to...
Forum: General Interior Topics 03-04-2018, 07:46 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 7,722
Posted By rhutson
Rugjenkins, Interesting project. I have not seen...

Rugjenkins, Interesting project. I have not seen others try such nor would I think to do but i am interested in what you are doing. I appreciate all your tips and issues. Looking forward to...
Forum: General Interior Topics 02-24-2018, 06:37 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 9,859
Posted By rhutson
Before I got to work on the counter and sink...

Before I got to work on the counter and sink today I decided to remove the bath mirror apparatus. Ours was not in great shape with duct tape all over the edges and it always hangs down in the way. ...
Forum: General Interior Topics 02-24-2018, 05:54 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,155
Posted By rhutson
I took out the mirror and its plastic attachment...

I took out the mirror and its plastic attachment tray for lack of a better word. It already makes the whole bath better. I must admit I did not like that setup. Now I have to figure out what to do...
Forum: General Interior Topics 02-24-2018, 05:49 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,155
Posted By rhutson
Thanks for the reply CRH. A medicine cabinet...

Thanks for the reply CRH. A medicine cabinet seems like a better use of space then just an electrical outlet as mine is. I plan on removing the mirror setup today to see if I can come up with...
Forum: General Interior Topics 02-23-2018, 09:41 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,155
Posted By rhutson
Whats with this old 1980 international bath mirror?

Hi forum friends. I am into a bath renovation of our 1980 25 ft international (see "1980 international 25ft Bath Renovation" thread) and I was wondering what people have done with the "mirror and...
Forum: General Interior Topics 02-19-2018, 07:29 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 9,859
Posted By rhutson
Today I lined up the sink hole in the cabinet on...

Today I lined up the sink hole in the cabinet on the cabinet frame and marked the hole cut with the cabinet frame. Since I am going to have to cut at least 50% of the frame cross member, I am adding...
Forum: General Interior Topics 02-18-2018, 07:12 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 9,859
Posted By rhutson
Cut out the sink cutout so that I am centered on...

Cut out the sink cutout so that I am centered on the front of the cabinet. I had to shift it back so that the back cabinet frame board runs between the sink and the faucet. Now that I have cut out...
Forum: General Interior Topics 02-07-2018, 07:34 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 9,859
Posted By rhutson
Sink templates.

Sink templates.
Forum: General Interior Topics 02-07-2018, 07:25 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 9,859
Posted By rhutson
Hittenstiehl, Thanks. I'm not sure how I'm going...

Hittenstiehl, Thanks. I'm not sure how I'm going to finish the cabinet yet. My wife is thinking we will be painting it. I still have a lot to do before we finish the cabinet. Drain, sink,...
Forum: General Interior Topics 02-05-2018, 07:23 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 9,859
Posted By rhutson
Over the weekend I placed the cabinet in the bath...

Over the weekend I placed the cabinet in the bath area to make sure it would work as I envisioned. Fits well. Now I will build a template for the countertop out of cardboard pieces. Took a long...
Forum: General Interior Topics 01-26-2018, 05:11 AM
Replies: 156
Views: 80,885
Posted By rhutson
Looks great! Continue to be impressed by your...

Looks great! Continue to be impressed by your attention to detail and patience. Keep up the great work and picks. (Side note: its almost shed hunting season.... Hope you can work some of your...
Forum: General Interior Topics 01-24-2018, 07:15 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 9,859
Posted By rhutson
Tonight I figured out how best to hang the doors...

Tonight I figured out how best to hang the doors (left hinge or right hinge). Placed the cabinet frame in bath area to make sure I have room to open both doors. I will hang left door with left...
Forum: General Interior Topics 01-23-2018, 07:12 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 9,859
Posted By rhutson
Finished my second cabinet door. This one only...

Finished my second cabinet door. This one only took two evenings after dinner. I made an exact replica of the first door, so there was not as much thinking involved, just measuring, cutting,...
Forum: General Interior Topics 01-21-2018, 03:04 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 9,859
Posted By rhutson
Thanks rmkrum! I appreciate all the tips! Its...

Thanks rmkrum! I appreciate all the tips! Its been awhile since I have gotten any work done on the trailer. Now that the holidays are past maybe I can get some work done. Spent the weekend figuring...
Forum: General Interior Topics 11-28-2017, 07:08 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 9,859
Posted By rhutson
KREG Jig is amazing tool!

Thanks for the tip rmkrum. I am so impressed with the KREG jig. I can't believe I had never seen it or heard of it before. It, along with the new miter saw I got has really made my attempt at the...
Forum: General Interior Topics 11-26-2017, 07:30 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 9,859
Posted By rhutson
Building the bath cabinet

Decided to build a frame type cabinet out of popular since this is a fairly light yet strong wood. Build the frame to fit the desired space. My neighbor and brother suggested that I check out the...
Forum: General Interior Topics 11-26-2017, 06:33 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 9,859
Posted By rhutson
Misc prep work prior to building bath cabinet

So now that the water intake is fixed, I am ready to design build the new bath cabinet. First pic shows the new composting toilet on the new floor in the area that used to be the bath closet. Went...
Forum: General Interior Topics 11-26-2017, 06:27 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 9,859
Posted By rhutson
Getting back to work

Hi all. Been out of sight for a while with son's baseball season, summer trips and sending daughter to college. Now getting back to the airstream! Fixed burst water intake pipe under shower seat. ...
Forum: 1978- 1979 Excella 500 03-28-2017, 11:40 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 23,953
Posted By rhutson
SpitfireRX, Nice work all around. I am way...

SpitfireRX,
Nice work all around. I am way behind you on my 1980 international 25 ft Bath renovaction but I look forward to going back through all that you have done. Thanks for all your posts and...
Forum: General Interior Topics 03-25-2017, 10:25 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 9,859
Posted By rhutson
Thanks for your advice millertimeus, I agree but...

Thanks for your advice millertimeus, I agree but was just considering the advice of others to leave some area uncoated to allow wood to breath/dry. I am doing all surfaces..I have coated top, bottom...
Forum: General Interior Topics 03-20-2017, 07:09 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 9,859
Posted By rhutson
Cut and prepare new 3/4 inch floor

Measured new birch 3/4 inch plywood floor using template. Recessed small hole in bottom surface for capped Grey tank opening. Place new natures head composting toilet in bath on new floor to make...
Forum: Floor Finishes 03-18-2017, 06:45 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,222
Posted By rhutson
Jmpgino, Floor does look good. Did I miss the...

Jmpgino, Floor does look good. Did I miss the brand? Who makes the flooring? Job well done.
Rick
Forum: General Interior Topics 03-12-2017, 07:55 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 9,859
Posted By rhutson
New floor prep

Preparing the bath area prior to putting in new floor. Capped off the thetford valve from old removed black tank. Measure the diameter of the extra Grey tank opening to plug it closed. Plugging it...
Forum: General Interior Topics 03-07-2017, 07:29 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 9,859
Posted By rhutson
Bath view with closet toilet and sink removed

Here is another view showing bath area with closet, toilet and sink removed. Also showing 1 and 1/2 inch abs vent pipe and thetford valve to be capped. Went to Home depot today and looked around to...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 03-05-2017, 01:35 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,918
Posted By rhutson
1980 international 25ft bath renovation

John, my thread is currently 1980 international 25ft bath renovation. I am way behind you but very much appreciate all of your pics. I see myself copying a lot of your work. I am just doing the...
Forum: General Interior Topics 03-05-2017, 01:16 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 9,859
Posted By rhutson
Bath closet removal

Decided to remove closet wall to give more options for bath set up. Shown are closet shelf poor to removal, closet rod attachment and screws, closet wall attachment to interior via screws and...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 03-05-2017, 05:13 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,918
Posted By rhutson
John, I just found your post in the forums. ...

John, I just found your post in the forums. Very excited to take a closer look at your work and what you have done. I am embarking on somewhat the same route with our 1980 international 25 ft. ...
Forum: General Interior Topics 03-02-2017, 07:15 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 9,859
Posted By rhutson
Natures head toilet arrives

Natures head composting toilet arrived yesterday from amazon prime with two day shipping. Decided on natures head versus air head based on a number issues. Available from amazon..., only slightly...
Forum: General Interior Topics 02-25-2017, 07:49 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 9,859
Posted By rhutson
Going to take out bath closet to give more...

Going to take out bath closet to give more options with regard to renovation. See pic prior to removal. Labeled wires going into upper fan switch and lower pump switch. Yellow wires fan switch. 1...
Forum: General Interior Topics 02-25-2017, 07:00 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 9,859
Posted By rhutson
I forgot to mention that when I was taking the...

I forgot to mention that when I was taking the closet Grey tank port cover out i found a piece of tthe previous owners dark green 1980's shag carpet. (See previous pic 2ith carpet piece on white...
Forum: General Interior Topics 02-25-2017, 06:55 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 9,859
Posted By rhutson
Thanks Mickey C. I agree that there's a ton of...

Thanks Mickey C. I agree that there's a ton of info here. I just have to not get too ahead of myself. It sounds like you too have looked at the numerous Youtube composting toilet videos. We've...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 02-24-2017, 09:47 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,258
Posted By rhutson
Looking for diagram/ pic of 1980 international twin 25 ft frame

Hi all, I am starting a bath renovation on our 1980 25ft international. Documenting in interior renovation under general renovation topics. Well its no surprise that I have floor rot and rusted...
Forum: General Interior Topics 02-23-2017, 07:01 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 9,859
Posted By rhutson
Fwjumper, thanks for your opinion and support. ...

Fwjumper, thanks for your opinion and support. Here is that rusted out frame above the black tank thetford valve. I' m going to do a little more investigating but I am really hoping to not mess...
Forum: General Interior Topics 02-20-2017, 07:20 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 9,859
Posted By rhutson
Fwjumper and rucos, Thanks for the replays. I...

Fwjumper and rucos,
Thanks for the replays. I cut a 12 x 18 inch access panel in belly plan to identify the leak. When I first determined the source of the leak I thought it might be in a tough...
Forum: General Interior Topics 02-20-2017, 09:29 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 9,859
Posted By rhutson
Ok here are a couple more views of what I am...

Ok here are a couple more views of what I am working with. I am surprised that the plywood flooring which is pretty badly deteriorated in spots does not appear to be but maybe 3/8 inch. I would say...
Forum: General Interior Topics 02-20-2017, 08:19 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 9,859
Posted By rhutson
Black tank removed showing approximate 2 inch...

Black tank removed showing approximate 2 inch crack in tank. To try and fix or not? Also showing deterioration. In floor under tank. I am not feeling like I want to dig too much deeper at this...
Forum: General Interior Topics 02-20-2017, 07:45 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 9,859
Posted By rhutson
Took sink, counter, toilet and black tank out. ...

Took sink, counter, toilet and black tank out.
:bb:
Forum: General Interior Topics 02-19-2017, 08:30 PM
Replies: 156
Views: 80,885
Posted By rhutson
Pygmypoacher Amazing work. I am sure you are...

Pygmypoacher
Amazing work. I am sure you are very proud. Two questions: 1) What composting toilet did you decide on and why? (Airhead or natures head?) 2) Nice shed deer antler in one of your...
Forum: General Interior Topics 02-19-2017, 08:15 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 9,859
Posted By rhutson
I should mention that we purchased in 2012 and...

I should mention that we purchased in 2012 and used in beginning of 2013. Has sat until now . attached is her profile pic as well as a few bath pics prior to removal.
Rick :blush:
Forum: General Interior Topics 02-19-2017, 07:56 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 9,859
Posted By rhutson
1980 International 25ft Bath Renovation

Hi all. We purchased a 1980 International 25 ft airstream on ebay as a family Christmas present. We drove to Charlotte NC to check it out and all seemed well so we made the purchase. A great big...
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 02-02-2017, 11:01 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 15,504
Posted By rhutson
Thanks so much for posting the video. I have...

Thanks so much for posting the video. I have been considering converting to a composting toilet for some time. Appreciated the video confirming the differences between natures head and air head...
Forum: Member Introductions 01-13-2017, 05:41 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 914
Posted By rhutson
Welcome Arkie! Lots info, stories, fun and pics...

Welcome Arkie! Lots info, stories, fun and pics here on the forums! Good luck and safe travels! :lol: :D :o :brows:
Forum: 1978- 1979 Excella 500 01-03-2017, 11:09 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 23,953
Posted By rhutson
Spitfire, Very nice work. We have a 1980...

Spitfire,
Very nice work. We have a 1980 international that we purchased a few years ago on ebay. Used it a few times until black tank leak detected. It has sat since. With two kids and wife,...
Forum: On The Road... 12-24-2016, 07:19 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,620
Posted By rhutson
Merry Christmas and Happy Hanaukah! Assuming...

Merry Christmas and Happy Hanaukah! Assuming Santa has your coordinates... Enjoy! :lol:
Forum: General Repair Forum 12-07-2016, 11:22 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 6,238
Posted By rhutson
Smile I am in same camp as rmkrum above. Hard plastic...

I am in same camp as rmkrum above. Hard plastic toolbox with the essentials, wrenches,pliers, hammer,volt meter, fuses, duct tape, etc. in an old milk crate that I have attached a piece of 3/4 inch...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-05-2016, 02:08 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,045
Posted By rhutson
Hi fritzdog. Welcome to the forum. I think that...

Hi fritzdog. Welcome to the forum. I think that we are all limited based on our tow vehicle. I tow a 24 ft international with my F150 5.0L but have also towed same trailer with my Toyota Sequoia. ...
Forum: General Repair Forum 10-05-2015, 07:16 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 809
Posted By rhutson
Back bumper brackets?

Hi all,

Does any one know what these "brackets" , one at each end of the bumper, are for on our 1980 international ?

249796

Thanks

Rick. :innocent:
Forum: Tires 10-01-2015, 05:21 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,159
Posted By rhutson
Glistok, What does the actual tire say? Use...

Glistok,
What does the actual tire say? Use this to break the tie!

Good luck,
Rick
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