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Forum: Windows & Screens 03-21-2024, 09:22 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 423
Posted By Rhino33
THANK YOU SO MUCH!! I'll check this out.

THANK YOU SO MUCH!! I'll check this out.
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 03-21-2024, 09:15 AM
Replies: 105
Views: 12,970
Posted By Rhino33
Our first AS was a 1980 30' International -...

Our first AS was a 1980 30' International - Betty, though we also called her Hot Mess because she was a disaster!
Second was a 1966 22' Safari - Luci
We are now on our third - a 2005 25' Safari as...
Forum: Windows & Screens 03-20-2024, 02:01 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 423
Posted By Rhino33
I'm Shrinking - Window Gasket Help!

I have been searching and searching for replacement gaskets for the exterior windows on our new-to-us 2005 25' Safari. It seems to be "L" or "T" shaped where part of the gasket is pushed down between...
Forum: WBCCI Forum 01-22-2024, 06:33 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,182
Posted By Rhino33
My apologies! I hadn’t had my morning coffee yet...

My apologies! I hadn’t had my morning coffee yet and mis-spoke. Karen Fisher responded and is helping me with this request.

Thank you so much for everyone’s help. We greatly appreciate it.
Forum: WBCCI Forum 01-22-2024, 04:26 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,182
Posted By Rhino33
Bob, Thank you so much for your reply, I...

Bob,

Thank you so much for your reply, I greatly appreciate it. Lori Plummer has sent a reply and I will be following up with her today. Thank you again.
Forum: WBCCI Forum 01-19-2024, 05:04 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,182
Posted By Rhino33
Thank you very much - I will try contacting them...

Thank you very much - I will try contacting them both.
Forum: WBCCI Forum 01-19-2024, 01:27 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,182
Posted By Rhino33
Trying to Reach WBCCI Foundation

Not sure if this is the best place to post, but I am getting frustrated...

I have sent four email messages over the past six weeks to the WBCCI Foundation (info@wbccifoundation.org) and left 2...
Forum: Doors & Locks 06-19-2023, 06:01 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 879
Posted By Rhino33
StevenD- Thanks so much!

StevenD- Thanks so much!
Forum: Doors & Locks 06-19-2023, 06:01 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 879
Posted By Rhino33
Wow! That would definitely come in handy!! Thanks!

Wow! That would definitely come in handy!! Thanks!
Forum: Doors & Locks 06-12-2023, 05:47 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 879
Posted By Rhino33
I’ll have to see if there is a way that I can...

I’ll have to see if there is a way that I can tell if it’s in the door without taking the whole lining off.

Thanks so much, I appreciate any, and all suggestions!
Forum: Doors & Locks 06-08-2023, 10:44 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 879
Posted By Rhino33
Thank you both for your responses. The PO did not...

Thank you both for your responses. The PO did not mention or list that he had the deadbolt installed (and he did have a rather extensive list of changes he made). Was this a factory installed...
Forum: Doors & Locks 06-08-2023, 10:37 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 626
Posted By Rhino33
Bubba, Thank you for this contact info, we are...

Bubba, Thank you for this contact info, we are also in need of help with a vintage lock and parts!!
We appreciate it.
Forum: Doors & Locks 06-08-2023, 10:33 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 431
Posted By Rhino33
Jim, We have a similar situation on our 1966....

Jim,
We have a similar situation on our 1966. Have you received any private responses?
Thanks!
Forum: Upholstery, Blinds, Walls & Interior Finishes 06-08-2023, 10:31 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,291
Posted By Rhino33
Sandra & Bob - We have made our own replacement...

Sandra & Bob - We have made our own replacement curtains for our 1980 and 1966, but those pleats are tedious. You could try checking for local upholstery places for a local reference. Do you...
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 05-29-2023, 03:46 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 407
Posted By Rhino33
Thank you both so much! I will check for our...

Thank you both so much! I will check for our nearest small airport and the website. We really appreciate the help..
Forum: Doors & Locks 05-25-2023, 06:10 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 879
Posted By Rhino33
Help with Deadbolt stem?

The deadbolt on our 1966 Safari lost the stem which allows the deadbolt to actually bolt shut. Maybe it is called the bolt? We have checked several parts suppliers, but no luck. We would rather not...
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 05-25-2023, 06:03 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 407
Posted By Rhino33
Camlock for old Bowen Water Heater

We are in need of a replacement camlock for the Bowen water heater in our 1966 Safari. The PO had lost one of the camlocks, replaced with a screw which was not helpful but now the other camlock is...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 04-12-2023, 08:14 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 267
Posted By Rhino33
Electrical diagram for 1966

We are in need of an electrical diagram for a 1966 22’ safari. We are having a few issues and are trying to figure out what was done at the factory, and what the PO may have done. PO had installed a...
Forum: Photography 03-06-2023, 09:14 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,502
Posted By Rhino33
A Brand New Day...in our driveway. Praying for...

A Brand New Day...in our driveway.
Praying for spring to arrive quickly!!
Forum: Axles 09-26-2022, 09:13 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,509
Posted By Rhino33
Thank you for all of your responses, we really...

Thank you for all of your responses, we really appreciate it. We will check the other thread and into a T tire monitoring system.
Thanks again!
Forum: Forum Admin, News and Member Account Info 09-25-2022, 12:55 PM
Replies: 126
Views: 51,955
Posted By Rhino33
Still Available?

Are the flags still available for purchase? We would be proud to fly one!

Thanks
Forum: Axles 09-25-2022, 12:34 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,509
Posted By Rhino33
No Damage Flat Preventer?

We recently attended a regional rally and saw this installed on the axel of a fellow attendee's trailer. He explained that if he were to experience a flat while traveling that this 'S' shaped bracket...
Forum: 1966-68 Caravel 06-28-2022, 12:37 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 8,960
Posted By Rhino33
Thanks so much for all of your help - I'll pm you...

Thanks so much for all of your help - I'll pm you for photos, if you don't mind.

If the shore power cord is not going out through the big tube in the floor, where does it go?
Forum: General Repair Forum 06-27-2022, 09:20 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,564
Posted By Rhino33
Tim, Welcome to the Forum and to your new...

Tim,
Welcome to the Forum and to your new project! We have a 66 Safari 22’ we are working on and love it! Ours also has AC if that helps.
Forum: Windows, Doors, Locks & Vents 06-26-2022, 07:47 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 792
Posted By Rhino33
Exterior Window Covering

My apologies if there is somewhere else I should have posted this, but I was not sure which would be best.
I recently found this archive photo from an old magazine and would like to sew window...
Forum: 1966-68 Caravel 06-26-2022, 07:33 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 8,960
Posted By Rhino33
How about in a 1966 Safari?

Dingo Girl - Would this also work in a 22' 1966 Safari? I am not very handy when it comes to electrical work (give me a plumbing task any day!!), but our electrical seems to be in need of an upgrade....
Forum: General Repair Forum 01-06-2020, 07:18 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,765
Posted By Rhino33
I am also interested in recommendations for an...

I am also interested in recommendations for an oven replacement. Our thermostat is bad and the option to have it rebuilt is tedious. I don't mind tackling the process of the install, but would rather...
Forum: 1966-68 Caravel 08-19-2019, 03:28 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,691
Posted By Rhino33
Paula - this is fantastic! We also have a 66...

Paula - this is fantastic! We also have a 66 which we had to do a bit of work on the plumbing and flooring - not to mention some freshening up! I am interested in any information you could share...
Forum: Modifications 07-29-2019, 03:20 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,379
Posted By Rhino33
We had the same situation with our 66 Safari. The...

We had the same situation with our 66 Safari. The PO had beautiful new seat cushions made for the couch beds, but wow, were they tough to sleep on. We tried a 3 inch memory foam topper, which was...
Forum: General Repair Forum 07-17-2019, 03:21 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,230
Posted By Rhino33
Congratulations on your new addition. We also...

Congratulations on your new addition. We also have a '66 and have done extensive work on the plumbing, particularly in the rear bath. I am also interested in any recommendations regarding the...
Forum: Doors & Locks 06-12-2019, 03:55 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,351
Posted By Rhino33
Pam - You can also try contacting Rick...

Pam - You can also try contacting Rick (Montanablue) here on the forums. We had questions about our 1966 lock and he was a wealth of information. (and I can sympathize with the sounds your husband...
Forum: Our Community 06-11-2019, 09:13 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,620
Posted By Rhino33
Whether you are having an Airstream built for...

Whether you are having an Airstream built for you, or you such enjoy eclectic tours, this one should be on your list. Don is exceptionally knowledgeable and we have enjoyed visiting several times....
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 06-10-2019, 09:22 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 11,565
Posted By Rhino33
Any suggestions for those with the sofa beds? We...

Any suggestions for those with the sofa beds? We have two sofas in our 22’ Safari which pull out to full beds. The PO had new cushions made just prior to selling the trailer, so we would rather not...
Forum: 1966 - 1968 Safari 06-04-2019, 01:37 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,685
Posted By Rhino33
Fantastic Lock Contact!

We just wanted to give an extra thanks to MontanaBlue (Rick) for the several conversations, photos, explanations and suggestions he has had with us. If you are in the need of a replacement lock or a...
Forum: Stoves, Ovens & Microwaves 05-31-2019, 08:21 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 2,737
Posted By Rhino33
Recommendations for replacement stove?

The original Magic Chef in our 22' 1966 Safari is not operational. The top burners are okay and will light with a match as the auto pilot is clogged and one of the burner tubes is missing.

Does...
Forum: Awnings 05-31-2019, 07:54 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,996
Posted By Rhino33
Bubba - we really like the idea of using a clear...

Bubba - we really like the idea of using a clear rock guard so we can still see through the trailer when towing. We'll check into finding one and will install the latches to secure it.

Thanks,...
Forum: Awnings 05-30-2019, 02:10 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,996
Posted By Rhino33
I found several soft awnings at Vintage Trailer...

I found several soft awnings at Vintage Trailer Supply, but they are all the wider ones for the curb side of the trailer. The rail at the top of our window looks the same as the rail mentioned on the...
Forum: Awnings 05-30-2019, 01:58 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,996
Posted By Rhino33
Thanks for the photos, everyone. We do not...

Thanks for the photos, everyone.

We do not have any latches under the front window to secure a solid type of awning/rock guard. Our 1980 had a pair of the black rubber latches to secure that rock...
Forum: Jacks, Stabilizers, Lifting and Leveling 05-30-2019, 01:50 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,725
Posted By Rhino33
Ventport - are the ones you mentioned the ones...

Ventport - are the ones you mentioned the ones similar to the manual ones installed on later year Airstreams? We had a 1981 with the four manual crank stabilizers and they were terrific. We now have...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 05-30-2019, 01:42 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 33,724
Posted By Rhino33
We're glad we stumbled upon this thread as we...

We're glad we stumbled upon this thread as we have a new F150 and are getting ready to set up our back up assist. We do not have the Pro Pride hitch and I think we have a bit more room on our hitch...
Forum: Awnings 05-29-2019, 01:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,996
Posted By Rhino33
Was this an Awning/Rock Guard?

There are a pair of bracket fittings on either side of the front window of our 1966 Safari, which seem to have been supports for an awning or rock guard. There is also a rail above the window, but I...
Forum: Awnings 05-29-2019, 01:09 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,487
Posted By Rhino33
Staking vs not staking - does this apply when the...

Staking vs not staking - does this apply when the lower awning arms are set up in the 'car port' configuration? We never used the main awning on our 1980 31' International in that manner, but I have...
Forum: Interior Restoration Forum 05-28-2019, 05:02 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,124
Posted By Rhino33
I have been thinking of adding blinds (even the...

I have been thinking of adding blinds (even the roll up type) to some of the windows in our 66 Safari. Could you rivet the blind hardware in or would small screws be better? Since the lower part of...
Forum: 2016 - Current Classic (all lengths) 05-28-2019, 04:57 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,199
Posted By Rhino33
Our fridge usually cooled more quickly on propane...

Our fridge usually cooled more quickly on propane vs electric, but the fridge fan definitely helps!

Thanks everyone for the tips on the door slam - I replaced the seals around our screen and main...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 05-28-2019, 03:37 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 14,665
Posted By Rhino33
We have also been using the GEO method with...

We have also been using the GEO method with minimal bleach, but I really like the idea of the Walex Deodorizer and the Camco TST drop ins. One of our friends has started having issues with her sensor...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 05-14-2019, 09:48 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 17,311
Posted By Rhino33
Thanks for the new plug link, Baby Zeppelin! We...

Thanks for the new plug link, Baby Zeppelin! We were experiencing this issue recently while towing another trailer. However, our 7 way cord length is rather short, so I think we'll go ahead and...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 05-09-2019, 05:01 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,264
Posted By Rhino33
Thanks so much - they must just be a little set...

Thanks so much - they must just be a little set in their ways. Didn't want to break one off!
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 05-07-2019, 03:57 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,281
Posted By Rhino33
The reading lamps in our 1966 Safari appear to be...

The reading lamps in our 1966 Safari appear to be the same as the one in Dingo Girl's photo...how do you get the bulb out? I am not sure if I should be twisting it, pushing in the reflector, both? I...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 05-07-2019, 03:52 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,264
Posted By Rhino33
Thanks so much for the tips on keeping these...

Thanks so much for the tips on keeping these lamps together!
Silly question - how do you change out the bulb from these fixtures? I am not able to locate a service manual for our 1966 Safari and the...
Forum: Plumbing - Systems & Fixtures 04-24-2019, 10:53 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,666
Posted By Rhino33
Bubba - Thank you so much for the...

Bubba -
Thank you so much for the recommendation! If you have photos you can either post or send, we would greatly appreciate it. We're not familiar with the hand flush unit, but will try to take a...
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