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Forum: Doors & Locks 11-10-2017, 01:10 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,423
Posted By Cyquest
Sorry to hi jack the thread, but my lock pin is...

Sorry to hi jack the thread, but my lock pin is always down in the lock position. Ordered new spring and ball. Installed it. As soon as i opened the door latch, spring and ball falls out the bottom....
Forum: 1970-79 Tradewind 09-18-2017, 07:38 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,228
Posted By Cyquest
For the door to stop leaking I used the gasket...

For the door to stop leaking I used the gasket for a out door outlet. Cut the gasket into strips and stick them on. Be sure to prepared your surface with methnolhydrate or something to get rid of any...
Forum: Exterior Restoration Forum 07-20-2017, 08:45 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 7,771
Posted By Cyquest
He says he doesnt want to get caught up in legal...

He says he doesnt want to get caught up in legal mumbo jumbo. If any...
Forum: Exterior Restoration Forum 07-09-2017, 06:14 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 7,771
Posted By Cyquest
Ill chat with my brother inlaw. He whipped them...

Ill chat with my brother inlaw. He whipped them up for me. I will be sending the original. Give me 24 and ill see.
Forum: Interior Restoration Forum 06-22-2017, 12:45 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,524
Posted By Cyquest
Looks like a leak that has corroded the...

Looks like a leak that has corroded the aluminium. Possibly a bare copper wire?
Forum: Belly Pans & Banana Wraps 06-09-2017, 08:37 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,990
Posted By Cyquest
Cut little aluminium square tabs Drill a 5/32...

Cut little aluminium square tabs
Drill a 5/32 hole and stick e a rivet in. Easy peasy rivet?
Forum: General Repair Forum 06-06-2017, 09:57 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 6,142
Posted By Cyquest
Im in Sw ont. Where are you? Gutting is the easy...

Im in Sw ont. Where are you? Gutting is the easy part. Drill,1/8 bit,phillips and robison bitand space for your innerds is all you really need for Gutting.
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 03-29-2017, 04:39 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,421
Posted By Cyquest
Just make sure they are aluminum with aluminum...

Just make sure they are aluminum with aluminum mandrel.
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 03-29-2017, 04:38 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,421
Posted By Cyquest
Get 1/4 and 1/2. I'm sure you'll use both.

Get 1/4 and 1/2. I'm sure you'll use both.
Forum: General Repair Forum 01-23-2017, 05:40 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,272
Posted By Cyquest
I'm currently working on a 73 Trade Wind.Minus...

I'm currently working on a 73 Trade Wind.Minus all the bathroom. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170124/3b6eb9d0669cf4877daf297379e3195e.jpg

Sent from my E2306 using Airstream Forums mobile app...
Forum: General Repair Forum 01-03-2017, 12:50 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,167
Posted By Cyquest
Should it be noted to be easy when applying...

Should it be noted to be easy when applying pressure on the door to avoid a cracked door frame? :)
Forum: General Repair Forum 12-14-2016, 10:45 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,809
Posted By Cyquest
https://m.ebay.com/itm/12V-LED-Lighted-RV-Entry-Gra...

https://m.ebay.com/itm/12V-LED-Lighted-RV-Entry-Grab-Handle-Chrome-assist-Monaco-RV-Camper-/122212197875?_trkparms=aid%253D222007%2526algo%253DSIC.MBE%2526ao%253D1%2526asc%253D20150519202348%2526meid%2...
Forum: Exterior Restoration Forum 09-13-2016, 02:12 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 7,771
Posted By Cyquest
I polished with White clay bar, then with Red...

I polished with White clay bar, then with Red Clay and finally with mothers. The paint was Rustoleum sprayed in the cap, soaked a soft bristol brush and flooded it several times. You can still see...
Forum: Exterior Restoration Forum 09-12-2016, 03:42 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 7,771
Posted By Cyquest
It will shine up nice! I flooded ours with paint....

It will shine up nice! I flooded ours with paint. Looks real nice on the trailer with olympic rivets. I think they will hold better than the pop rivets.
Forum: Clearcoat, Exterior Paint & Trim 08-30-2016, 11:51 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,953
Posted By Cyquest
Ps. Work in small sections at a time.

Ps. Work in small sections at a time.
Forum: Clearcoat, Exterior Paint & Trim 08-30-2016, 11:49 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,953
Posted By Cyquest
Try plain old heavy duty paint stripper from the...

Try plain old heavy duty paint stripper from the hardware store. Brush on wait,wipe off. None windy day,goggles, work gloves highly recommended. Stuff burns 1.8 seconds after contact on skin.;-)...
Forum: Exterior Restoration Forum 08-18-2016, 12:14 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 959
Posted By Cyquest
Nope. Call the store,then got transferred to...

Nope. Call the store,then got transferred to parts. Nothing! The letters are plastic abs. So I think I could get them 3d printed.
Forum: Exterior Restoration Forum 08-18-2016, 12:01 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 7,771
Posted By Cyquest
Well here's one. Not to bad for having nothing.

Well here's one. Not to bad for having nothing.
Forum: Exterior Restoration Forum 08-04-2016, 12:18 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 959
Posted By Cyquest
Thx Chief! I'll look into that. Need a M!

Thx Chief! I'll look into that. Need a M!
Forum: Exterior Restoration Forum 08-04-2016, 08:45 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 959
Posted By Cyquest
AS letters

I'm surprised. With all the airstream products being replica, like emblems, tear drop lenses, and other miscellaneous items. Nowhere have I found Airstream individual letters. Has anyone found or...
Forum: Exterior Restoration Forum 08-03-2016, 08:20 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 7,771
Posted By Cyquest
Casting company too much for setup. So I've taken...

Casting company too much for setup. So I've taken the last one off and sent it to my Inlaw who runs a machine shop. His est is 2 weeks to machine a couple. Well, at least that's the time line I gave...
Forum: Exterior Restoration Forum 07-28-2016, 07:43 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 7,771
Posted By Cyquest
Need one also. Contacted a casting company just...

Need one also. Contacted a casting company just waiting for the call back. If it to much I think I might just resort to 3d printing or cnc.
Forum: General Repair Forum 07-14-2016, 11:20 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,654
Posted By Cyquest
You could use a vet syringe, load it with trempro...

You could use a vet syringe, load it with trempro and lay a nice bead along the seams. Although you might have to reload it and continue but at least you can control a syringe more than a caulking...
Forum: Windows & Screens 07-11-2016, 11:53 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,507
Posted By Cyquest
Possibly as you went threw the construction site...

Possibly as you went threw the construction site a passing vehicle squeezed a stone with its tires in your direction.
Forum: General Repair Forum 07-11-2016, 11:45 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,046
Posted By Cyquest
Sounds like floating floor syndrome. ( chuckles)

Sounds like floating floor syndrome. ( chuckles)
Forum: Refrigerators 05-17-2016, 10:10 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,133
Posted By Cyquest
I'm one of those folks that would prefer 12 volt...

I'm one of those folks that would prefer 12 volt than running on propane. Simple reasoning is, if you need gas and fill up. All you need is for the vapours from that gas to reach the water tank. And...
Forum: General Repair Forum 03-30-2016, 11:27 PM
Replies: 130
Views: 32,971
Posted By Cyquest
For post #66. If you haven't found anything,...

For post #66. If you haven't found anything, Canadian Tire has some window trim in the auto dept. Black and chrome. Has adhesive tape inside the u. Looks good!
Forum: General Repair Forum 02-10-2016, 12:16 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 9,752
Posted By Cyquest
We use our tub/ shower most of the time. If on...

We use our tub/ shower most of the time. If on full hook up, we'll use the shower. If we hit back woods up north we use a Coleman black shower bag to conserve water.Because when you have 3 little...
Forum: Steps 02-09-2016, 10:26 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,773
Posted By Cyquest
1156 bulb?

1156 bulb?
Forum: Refrigerators 01-06-2016, 11:34 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,527
Posted By Cyquest
Thx for the info. That I can do. Unfortunately...

Thx for the info. That I can do. Unfortunately when we laid our tile down we placed it where the fridge would go. Due to the bar fridge. So a heat sheild would be necessary under refer so they don't...
Forum: Refrigerators 01-03-2016, 05:50 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,527
Posted By Cyquest
The problem I have, is the manual is for...

The problem I have, is the manual is for installing in a Sob trailer\moho and not an As. Could I build a wooden enclosure that butts up against the chimney? Or would it ideal to just build a raised...
Forum: Refrigerators 01-03-2016, 01:29 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,527
Posted By Cyquest
Refer madness!

So I'm replacing the current bar fridge with a Dometic Rm24 3 way and have ran in to a little snag. I have a space at the top.
Now, I don't mind a little carpentry but I just want to make sure the...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 10-01-2015, 01:55 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,510
Posted By Cyquest
I'm not fond of composting toilets. We had one in...

I'm not fond of composting toilets. We had one in our SOB.To much liquids and you kill the bacteria that breaks things down. To much solids and it don't compost fast enough. I had a crack in my black...
Forum: General Repair Forum 09-22-2015, 10:39 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 817
Posted By Cyquest
Expect the smell of mice. After sitting that...

Expect the smell of mice. After sitting that long, they have probably made a AS condo by now. Just a heads up.
Forum: Plumbing - Systems & Fixtures 09-13-2015, 11:34 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,303
Posted By Cyquest
I used a pair of needle nose pliers, stuck it...

I used a pair of needle nose pliers, stuck it down the drain and gave it turn. Unscrewed no problem. Tub drain was a different story. Good luck
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 09-09-2015, 08:40 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,532
Posted By Cyquest
Now if I could find a company like that in...

Now if I could find a company like that in Ontario, that would be great.
Forum: Refrigerators 08-03-2015, 09:10 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,290
Posted By Cyquest
You might want to look for rivets/ screws going...

You might want to look for rivets/ screws going three the side walls into the fridge. There may also be 2 L angles made from Alclad holding the fridge to the upper shelf. When removing my fridge I...
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 06-29-2015, 11:35 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,532
Posted By Cyquest
I know what your going threw Mikeyman. As I'm...

I know what your going threw Mikeyman. As I'm finding the same problem. Can't find anyone to ship it. VTS won't and still no response from Inca. My next avenue will probably be Ian at Can- Am in...
Forum: Our Community 06-09-2015, 06:57 PM
Replies: 8,050
Views: 1,967,319
Posted By Cyquest
Today I got 20 T-10 LEDs for the running lights....

Today I got 20 T-10 LEDs for the running lights. Ebay- $20 with free shipping. I felt like a little kid on Christmas tearing into the bag.lol
Forum: Our Community 06-01-2015, 08:25 AM
Replies: 7,910
Views: 1,577,370
Posted By Cyquest
This one caught my eye in Erieau, On. Canada.

This one caught my eye in Erieau, On. Canada.
Forum: The Pet Forum 05-22-2015, 07:21 PM
Replies: 903
Views: 200,001
Posted By Cyquest
Here's our Daisy. She's 8 1/2 yrs and she...

Here's our Daisy. She's 8 1/2 yrs and she hates.the trailer and camping.Good thing! Could you imagine the drool dripping from roof to floor? I dont!
Forum: Upholstery, Blinds, Walls & Interior Finishes 05-19-2015, 12:25 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,160
Posted By Cyquest
Mine had that but it was so stiff, cracked and ...

Mine had that but it was so stiff, cracked and corroded that I threw it out. Also thought it was just some incorporated gasket that was used as a spline. I used regular spline when I installed the...
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 05-13-2015, 03:36 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,162
Posted By Cyquest
Two weeks ago we got back from Algonquin and I...

Two weeks ago we got back from Algonquin and I noticed a hole in our tub. The culprit was a lawn chair. Went to local Rv shop and picked up some Devcon , fiberglass, porcelain and plastic repair kit....
Forum: 1965 - 1969 Globetrotter 04-21-2015, 03:32 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,012
Posted By Cyquest
My 69 Safari had no on/off switch for the...

My 69 Safari had no on/off switch for the Univolt. Didn't hum. But wasn't going to be caught up in Algonquin with a cooked Battery. So we updated a Progressive Dynamics converter. Might be a good...
Forum: Steps 02-16-2015, 12:00 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,161
Posted By Cyquest
All you need now is a hanger.

All you need now is a hanger.
Forum: 1960 - 1963 Flying Cloud 02-14-2015, 06:59 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,314
Posted By Cyquest
Looks like a plumbing vent to me.

Looks like a plumbing vent to me.
Forum: Plumbing - Systems & Fixtures 02-14-2015, 05:19 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,090
Posted By Cyquest
I went to my local plumbing store and purchase...

I went to my local plumbing store and purchase enough pex to do my entire trailer $20. Rings can get pricey and crimper was $12 at home depot. You may need new fittings to go to your hot water tank...
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 02-14-2015, 04:58 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,292
Posted By Cyquest
And make sure you give the stainless screws/...

And make sure you give the stainless screws/ olympic rivets some sealant as well! ;)
Forum: General Repair Forum 02-13-2015, 07:04 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 706
Posted By Cyquest
Purchase a new regulator. If its the original,...

Purchase a new regulator. If its the original, you might want to start there. Safer as well. Cheers on the new purchase!
Forum: Airstream "In the News" 01-14-2015, 10:57 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,900
Posted By Cyquest
There was a gutted one up for auction on ebay a...

There was a gutted one up for auction on ebay a few days ago. That's just a little to much trailer for me.
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