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Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 07-08-2007, 05:13 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,979
Posted By Lotek
Overlander63, Could you explain how a...

Overlander63,

Could you explain how a Valtera valve would work without removing the tank and fiberglassing it in? I've looked into this pretty exhaustively and can't see a way.

But if you've...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 07-08-2007, 04:17 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,979
Posted By Lotek
o ring part #

I've rebuilt mine once before but it is leaking again. 63air was kind enough to provide me with the following info:

"The part number for the big o ring that I used was 568340N70 you will have to...
Forum: Member Introductions 05-28-2007, 12:15 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,071
Posted By Lotek
Welcome Calitrotter. I'm in LA and also have a 63...

Welcome Calitrotter. I'm in LA and also have a 63 GT. If you want to compare notes on anything feel free to get in touch. Good Luck!
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 05-10-2007, 04:16 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,068
Posted By Lotek
Hey 63air, I rebuilt mine a few years ago....

Hey 63air,

I rebuilt mine a few years ago. It comes apart pretty easy, just be patient. If your sliding gate is not too scored, you just need to clean everything up and replace the seals.When I...
Forum: On The Road... 05-10-2007, 04:05 PM
Replies: 188
Views: 23,377
Posted By Lotek
I'm sorry you had that experience. Every once in...

I'm sorry you had that experience. Every once in a while you run into a real knucklehead.

When I was traveling through Arizona I was refused entry to an ugly, paved RV park. The octogenarian...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 04-16-2007, 06:33 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 9,699
Posted By Lotek
In case anyone is still looking for one of...

In case anyone is still looking for one of these....

eBay Motors: VINTAGE AIRSTREAM PORCH LITE RECEPTACLE CLASSIC RV (item 220103291838 end time Apr-23-07 14:42:29 PDT)...
Forum: WBCCI Forum 04-07-2007, 10:45 AM
Replies: 137
Views: 14,733
Posted By Lotek
Amen to that Gen Disarray. Even though I'm...

Amen to that Gen Disarray.

Even though I'm wildly enthusiastic about my Airstream and camping, I have never had the slightest inclination to join the WBCCI.

As Gen Disarray aptly pointed out,...
Forum: 1974 - 1979 Sovereign 04-04-2007, 01:43 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 13,408
Posted By Lotek
Hey Racoco, I had a cracked endcap on my...

Hey Racoco,

I had a cracked endcap on my old Caravel. I managed to remove it (it fits through the door) and repair it from the back with fiberglass. It was flawless after reinstallation.

Good...
Forum: Upholstery, Blinds, Walls & Interior Finishes 03-23-2007, 12:07 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,211
Posted By Lotek
Hey Bevman, I had an ugly beige plastic...

Hey Bevman,

I had an ugly beige plastic accordian door on my 63 Globetrotter. An upholsterer friend took it apart and re-built it using the same fabric I bought for curtains. It turned out well....
Forum: Boondocking 11-21-2006, 12:40 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 21,233
Posted By Lotek
I was there two years ago. I stayed a few weeks...

I was there two years ago. I stayed a few weeks and loved it.

The water came up pretty close to the trailer a few times though.

How about the coyotes? They chewed the top of my big cooler and...
Forum: On The Road... 11-08-2006, 06:20 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 8,765
Posted By Lotek
I have a 1997 7.3 California model with splitshot...

I have a 1997 7.3 California model with splitshot injectors. Mine has been modified with a chip, intercooler and a few other performance items. It has been very dependable.

There has been an...
Forum: 1959-69 Tradewind 05-20-2005, 11:59 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,272
Posted By Lotek
Nice '64 Tradewind in Los Angeles

I saw this trailer on Ebay and went to take a look.

It is in pretty good shape: floor seems solid, mostly origional except for bad toilet install and missing furnace. Some funky home-made roof...
Forum: Our Community 05-03-2005, 10:52 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 6,066
Posted By Lotek
Has anyone seen one like this?

Hey 2Campsilver,

Welcome to the list.

I saw this one on Ebay:

https://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=4547403377&category=50063

I've never seen another...
Forum: Axles 05-03-2005, 10:36 AM
Replies: 206
Views: 24,311
Posted By Lotek
Boy, those are some reasonable prices. He...

Boy, those are some reasonable prices.

He really IS the axleman.
Forum: Off Topic Forum 04-29-2005, 07:53 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,124
Posted By Lotek
Brian, Here ya go: ...

Brian,

Here ya go:

https://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=4545621681&category=50061&sspagename=WDVW
Forum: Axles 04-27-2005, 02:46 PM
Replies: 206
Views: 24,311
Posted By Lotek
Lou, Those are some confidence inspiring...

Lou,

Those are some confidence inspiring photos. It looks like they do good work, and more importantly, they keep you informed about their progress. That is good business.

You make a good...
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 04-27-2005, 12:28 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 9,616
Posted By Lotek
Hey Ed, It looks to me like you are a happy...

Hey Ed,

It looks to me like you are a happy guy having fun. That is a pleasure to see.

I polished my last trailer, a 66 Caravel. What a satisfying feeling it was to step back and appreciate...
Forum: Link Archive 04-24-2005, 07:11 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 11,428
Posted By Lotek
Hey Herb, That's a DeWalt variable speed...

Hey Herb,

That's a DeWalt variable speed buffer. I have one. It's great.
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 04-20-2005, 02:26 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,093
Posted By Lotek
Hey Andy, I have the old bronze dump valve...

Hey Andy,

I have the old bronze dump valve too. You can rebuild them.

After you remove it and take it apart, it is pretty self explanatory. After you clean up everything there are only two...
Forum: Tires 04-15-2005, 07:03 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 10,898
Posted By Lotek
But now that you mention it Brad, I have been...

But now that you mention it Brad, I have been looking for one of those elegant aluminum spare covers for a long time. I would LOVE to find one....might even pay some big money.
Forum: Off Topic Forum 03-17-2005, 05:06 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,370
Posted By Lotek
go ahead, you know you want to...

There's a nice little Avion for sale right now. I think you need four!

https://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=4535293550&category=50063
Forum: General Motorhome Topics 03-11-2005, 11:10 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,771
Posted By Lotek
Looks good. I applaud your ingenuity. I...

Looks good. I applaud your ingenuity.

I don't believe it is possible that you are less willing to part with money than I am, however!

I have a Sony with a 16" screen. I started with a...
Forum: Forum Admin, News and Member Account Info 03-02-2005, 05:40 PM
Replies: 111
Views: 10,941
Posted By Lotek
Several times today...

Several times today...
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 02-23-2005, 08:42 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,762
Posted By Lotek
Polishing...the downside

Hello Everyone,

As I continue my cross country trek I've been thinking about the pro's & con's of polishing.

From the snow & salt of Michigan to the sandblasting of the Desert in Big Bend, I...
Forum: General Interior Topics 02-10-2005, 11:58 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,922
Posted By Lotek
Bobolo, Jlester is right: the upper end...

Bobolo,

Jlester is right: the upper end caps are fiberglass. All of the other interior walls, however, are aluminum.

When I had my bathroom floor out I stripped and polished the bathroom...
Forum: On The Road... 02-08-2005, 08:19 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,367
Posted By Lotek
I wish I'd known that when I was passing through...

I wish I'd known that when I was passing through last month! I stayed in Holly Beach. Nice little town.
Forum: Off Topic Forum 02-05-2005, 11:52 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,257
Posted By Lotek
I looked into wireless cards before I started my...

I looked into wireless cards before I started my trip. I chose the Verizon 5220.

It is not a Local Area Network card, It works almost anywhere.

The obvious benefit for me was that I didn't...
Forum: 1959-69 Tradewind 02-05-2005, 11:08 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,524
Posted By Lotek
What a beautiful trailer, and an interesting...

What a beautiful trailer, and an interesting story.

Long Island trailer owners must be an exeptionally attentive lot. I found my little Globetrotter on Long Island with a similar history.

The...
Forum: Full-Timing 02-03-2005, 11:17 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,231
Posted By Lotek
Just added some new photos

Hello Everyone,

Continuing my swing through Texas, I spent a week at Padre Island National Seashore, then a week at Big Bend National Park. Both were spectacular in different ways.

Big Bend...
Forum: General Interior Topics 01-22-2005, 01:14 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,097
Posted By Lotek
Hello Maya, I have a 63 Globetrotter that...

Hello Maya,

I have a 63 Globetrotter that I've redone. I'd be happy to help in any way I can. I'm pretty familiar with the systems etc.

I'm in Texas right now, making my way (slowly!) to...
Forum: Full-Timing 01-15-2005, 08:32 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,872
Posted By Lotek
Thanks for the suggestions. Padre Island...

Thanks for the suggestions.

Padre Island sounds pretty great. I have 4 wheel drive and a little Honda generator, so I guess I'm all set. I took a drive down the beach last night here on Mustang...
Forum: Full-Timing 01-13-2005, 02:20 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,872
Posted By Lotek
Texas Coast Campground Recommendations

Hello Everyone,

I just pulled into Mustang State Park. It seems nice enough, but not nearly as picturesque as Goose Island State Park where I spent the last few days.

Can anyone suggest some...
Forum: General Appliance Topics 01-07-2005, 12:57 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,784
Posted By Lotek
Carbon Monoxide: How much is too much?

Well I finally got out of the cold weather. After the blizzard in Ohio and the sub-freezing Detroit Christmas, New Years in New Orleans seemed like heaven. I'm poking along the Gulf now, currently in...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 12-25-2004, 07:37 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,893
Posted By Lotek
Merry Christmas everyone! Thanks for the...

Merry Christmas everyone!

Thanks for the heads up on that road salt. I plan on running a hose from the laundry room this morning and give everything a good scrubbing. I'm so glad I didn't have it...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 12-23-2004, 07:00 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,893
Posted By Lotek
Well I made it to Detroit. I waited till...

Well I made it to Detroit.

I waited till Noon, threw it in four wheel drive and set out. I just couldn't stand being cooped up anymore. It took me about three hours to do the last 150 miles, but...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 12-23-2004, 09:42 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,893
Posted By Lotek
Here's a first time towing story for you...

So, I leave yesterday from Long Island for Detroit.

This is my very first trip towing my 1963 Globetrotter.

Everything was just fine until I ran into a blizzard in Ohio. Then things got ugly...
Forum: Winterizing, Storage, Carports & Covers 12-21-2004, 07:48 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,852
Posted By Lotek
Thanks for the compliment Roger, and many thanks...

Thanks for the compliment Roger, and many thanks to all for the helpful suggestions.

I put some heat tape on the offending pipe last night and the water was fine this morning. The system seems to...
Forum: Winterizing, Storage, Carports & Covers 12-20-2004, 06:11 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,852
Posted By Lotek
Well I found the problem: the water supply line...

Well I found the problem: the water supply line runs through the fridge vent. Very cold in there.

I got it thawed out with my ceramic heater but it froze again almost immediatly. My second...
Forum: Winterizing, Storage, Carports & Covers 12-20-2004, 12:00 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,852
Posted By Lotek
Thanks for the help, It is a 63...

Thanks for the help,

It is a 63 Globetrotter. I have the air pressure system- no water pump.

I was not hooked up to a hose.

How can I thaw it out enough to drain it?

I was thinking...
Forum: Winterizing, Storage, Carports & Covers 12-20-2004, 08:45 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,852
Posted By Lotek
Heat's on...can pipes be frozen?

Good Morning,

This morning the outside temp was 5 degrees, inside my GT was 55.

I have no water in the kitchen or bath.

I opened all the cabinet doors and sofas, to let heat into the...
Forum: Shocks 12-16-2004, 10:01 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,574
Posted By Lotek
Towing: Shocks & Tongue Weight

Good Morning,

I have a 1963 Globetrotter that I tow with a F350 Diesel Crew cab 4x4
Long bed. It is lifted moderately- about 4 inches. I noticed that the
rear of the truck seems to be bouncing...
Forum: 1966-68 Caravel 12-08-2004, 07:06 AM
Replies: 248
Views: 38,093
Posted By Lotek
Good Morning Stephanie, It's fun isn't...

Good Morning Stephanie,


It's fun isn't it? A combination of demolition, archeology and renovation. Very satisfying, even though it NEVER goes the way we think it will.

My first trailer was...
Forum: 2002 - 2005 International 12-07-2004, 04:53 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,563
Posted By Lotek
Hey Susan, This is my first post too and I'm...

Hey Susan,
This is my first post too and I'm about ready to hit the road myself for the first time ever, so I'm certianly no expert. But I've fiddled around with Airstreams a little and I can shed...
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