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Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 01-06-2024, 05:26 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 525
Posted By ericjan2
50 amp fuse blows

All, I have a 77 31' sovereign that's in the middle of a renovation. I noticed two 12 volt circuits that weren't working and I replaced the fuses. All's well now, BUT, I also noticed the 50 amp...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 11-03-2023, 06:31 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,873
Posted By ericjan2
I received the 'Terry's AC install kit' from Out...

I received the 'Terry's AC install kit' from Out of Doors Mart. It worked like a charm. Very straight forward and easy to install! My AC is rocking and rolling now!Thanks Overlander64 !
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 10-17-2023, 05:59 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 532
Posted By ericjan2
Pressure relief on an on demand hot water heater

Hey All, I've installed an 'on demand' hot water heater on my 77 Sovereign. Th very bad instructions say that a pressure relief valve must be installed. I don't understand! If I were holding hot...
Forum: Windows & Screens 09-14-2023, 05:23 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 372
Posted By ericjan2
broken front window

Bad News. It looks like a rock jumped and broke out my front window! Good news. It only broke the front pane of the 2 pane window. I'd like to go back with a piece of crystal acrylic vice glass so I...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 08-23-2023, 07:36 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 580
Posted By ericjan2
SteamGuy, When it dies it dies! Both the...

SteamGuy, When it dies it dies! Both the compressor and the fan cease to function. I can continue to hear the 12 volt thermostat 'click' when I change the settings but no joy from the compressor or...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 08-19-2023, 05:13 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 580
Posted By ericjan2
New AC cuts off unexpectedly!

Hey All. I recently purchased a 15K Dometic Penguin II that I had professionally installed in my 1977 31' International Sovereign. It runs well but when it gets hot outside (over 100) it cuts off....
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 07-23-2023, 10:45 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 437
Posted By ericjan2
Wire bundle in ceiling, 1977 International Sovereign

All, I'm in the process of placing panels on the ceiling of my 77 Sovereign. I'm using sheet metal screws with caps and the last thing I want to do is screw into the wiring bundle. Can anyone tell me...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 06-16-2023, 06:41 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,873
Posted By ericjan2
Does anyone have technical (or not so technical)...

Does anyone have technical (or not so technical) Drawings of these support systems? I've found a couple of local fellas that said they'd tackle the welding project but need drawings to go by! Any...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 05-14-2023, 07:10 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,045
Posted By ericjan2
Parasitic draw down of the batteries

In my 77 Sovereign I am noticing that the battery draws down very fast, and it's a new battery! I believe I have a parasitic draw which is sapping the power. I installed a new radio in the...
Forum: Roof Vents, Skylights & Fans 05-14-2023, 10:40 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 424
Posted By ericjan2
Vent fans for main living area

I own a 77 31" International Sovereign. It appears the the three vents I have are all 12" cutouts! I thought all cut outs were 14" universally! Is this not true? Are there others who have found 12"...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 05-10-2023, 04:14 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,873
Posted By ericjan2
First, my thanks to each of you for replying....

First, my thanks to each of you for replying. Aerowood, A couple of questions please? Did you overlap the skin on the roof cutout with one side of an aluminum "L' brace? Did you take it all he way...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 05-09-2023, 01:34 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,873
Posted By ericjan2
In skin frame for AC support?

I've taken out my OEM Behemoth AC unit because it finally died. For my 77 31' International Sovereign I purchased a new unit that weighs in at 78 pounds. The unit that came out was well over 100. I...
Forum: 1974 - 1979 Sovereign 03-15-2023, 09:51 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 584
Posted By ericjan2
Inland Airstream parts availability????

I've tried to reach out to Inland Airstream parts in Corona, California about 6 times now. Their website allows you to add items to the cart but when you try to go to the cart it says, "Opps! The...
Forum: Tires 03-04-2023, 08:56 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 909
Posted By ericjan2
The weight leaving the factory is 4,970 and the...

The weight leaving the factory is 4,970 and the loaded weight is 6,500 lbs
Forum: Tires 03-04-2023, 08:50 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 909
Posted By ericjan2
I'll look at the Gross vehicle weight and get...

I'll look at the Gross vehicle weight and get back with you. Thanks
Forum: Tires 03-04-2023, 03:47 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 909
Posted By ericjan2
New tires

All, I'm looking at two specific brands of tires to place on my 77 31' Sovereign. These are Carlyle and Transeagle ST Radial II tires. I'm sticking with the 15's vice stepping up to a 16 as I have a...
Forum: Axles 02-23-2023, 07:17 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,587
Posted By ericjan2
Axle Update

I wasn't comfortable with the hourly charge I was quoted at the local shop. To me a shop that charges that much is trying to hedge their bet that they 'expect' to run into trouble so they want to...
Forum: Axles 02-21-2023, 05:13 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,587
Posted By ericjan2
77 31' international Sovereign axle job

Hey All, I'm ordering new axles, shocks, wheels and tires for my 77. I'm going to have a local RV shop drop the old ones and install the new ones. I'm doing this reno myself and at 65 I'm over trying...
Forum: Roof Vents, Skylights & Fans 02-21-2023, 05:04 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 555
Posted By ericjan2
77 31' International Sovereign

Hey All, I'm in the middle of my restoration and I have an issue. The center bath model (and others maybe) has a very small exhaust fan. It's four inches across. I was able to find a replacement but...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 02-01-2023, 07:13 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 462
Posted By ericjan2
Old selector switch

Does anyone remember the old electrical isolation selector switch in the 280 motorhomes? Due to the limited power supply of 30 amps it allowed you to select between the AC, the blender, and in latter...
Forum: Brakes & Brake Controllers 01-07-2023, 08:06 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 931
Posted By ericjan2
Disc Brakes in 1977?

I was reading my 1977 AS manual. There is a large section regarding the disc brakes! It was my understanding that the 70's Airstreams came with minimal shoe brakes that were only engineered to stop...
Forum: Roof Vents, Skylights & Fans 12-12-2022, 07:04 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,135
Posted By ericjan2
I realize it's about seven years too late but...

I realize it's about seven years too late but Walmart (of all people!) sells a 4 inch vent fan the fits well. No modification to the original hole. They get few orders so it comes directly to your...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 12-09-2022, 05:28 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,435
Posted By ericjan2
Quick question. On the patch, how far apart...

Quick question. On the patch, how far apart should the rivets be spaced and which sealant should be used? Thanks for all of your comments above. Eric
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 12-07-2022, 06:28 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,435
Posted By ericjan2
Hoisting out the old and lowering in the new

All, I am fortunate to have a 30' X 40' heated shop with 15 foot rafters up at the roof line. Being 65 and working alone I will need to use imagination and cunning because the brute force and upper...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 12-03-2022, 06:47 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,649
Posted By ericjan2
Is there enough current in the skin, when there...

Is there enough current in the skin, when there is a reverse polarity issue, to harm you? In other words, if I was standing on wet ground and went to open the door could I get seriously shocked by...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 12-02-2022, 08:03 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,649
Posted By ericjan2
I don't really get it! Can you explain if you...

I don't really get it! Can you explain if you have a moment.....Thanks in advance
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 12-02-2022, 06:37 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,649
Posted By ericjan2
Mystery light on Classic

On the drivers side of my '77' 31' Sovereign I've noticed a 'light' about a third of the way up and about 4 feet from the bumper. It has a thick amber lens about the size of a quarter and on the...
Forum: Exterior Restoration Forum 11-30-2022, 09:59 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,439
Posted By ericjan2
Do you think if I added more rivets and used a...

Do you think if I added more rivets and used a healthy dose of sealant along the entire trailer I could mitigate 'most' issues that would arise from this bad practice? I really wanted to do away with...
Forum: Exterior Restoration Forum 11-30-2022, 07:16 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,439
Posted By ericjan2
metal overlap makes no sense

I've removed the bottom 'rub' rail from my '77'. I'm very surprised and somewhat disgusted to find the entire bottom section around the A/S 'over wrapped' with metal instead of 'under wrapped'. What...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 11-26-2022, 04:52 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,183
Posted By ericjan2
I've read in many posts that there are issues...

I've read in many posts that there are issues with replacing the unit such as the cut out is way too large, the unit won't drain properly, etc., etc. It would be great to have a 15K BTU unit up there...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 11-26-2022, 07:59 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,183
Posted By ericjan2
My old Armstrong 12

I apologize in advance. I don't know if this is the correct forum, but there's not one for Air conditioning specifically. Anyway, I'm renovating a 1977 31' Sovereign Land Yacht International. It has...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 11-23-2022, 07:25 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,204
Posted By ericjan2
Since the axles themselves appear to be in fine...

Since the axles themselves appear to be in fine shape could I get away with changing out the hubs to 6/5.5 and new tires and shocks with hydraulic or electric brakes? It would save ton of funds I...
Forum: Exterior Restoration Forum 11-23-2022, 06:25 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 904
Posted By ericjan2
Guys, I really do appreciate the answers and the...

Guys, I really do appreciate the answers and the history of our adventures. I really look forward to finishing my restoration of our 1977 Sovereign. Although it's a 'Beatrice' I have found the...
Forum: Exterior Restoration Forum 11-22-2022, 05:00 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 904
Posted By ericjan2
Is Beatrice the name of a company?

Is Beatrice the name of a company?
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 11-22-2022, 08:09 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 864
Posted By ericjan2
Grote makes these light covers and Advance Auto...

Grote makes these light covers and Advance Auto supply can order them from Grote because they don't sell direct. The red lens is part #92792. They also have the other configurations of this 4 inch...
Forum: General Repair Forum 11-22-2022, 07:21 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 862
Posted By ericjan2
I know I'm really late on this thread but I just...

I know I'm really late on this thread but I just saw it. I also have a 1977 but mine is the 31' version. I also have intermittent issues with the water pump power. Upon investigation I found that...
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 11-21-2022, 05:50 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 434
Posted By ericjan2
Fisher Propane regulators

Does anyone know if Fisher (Now Emerson Fisher) still makes the the LP regulars for twin 30 lb tanks with the auto changeover feature? There's was unique because it bolted onto the main pole on the...
Forum: Exterior Restoration Forum 11-21-2022, 06:55 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 904
Posted By ericjan2
Medallions

Someone told me that the medallion was only placed on Airstreams that had zero findings during their final inspection at the factory when built. Is there any truth to this statement?
Forum: General Repair Forum 11-19-2022, 11:08 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,282
Posted By ericjan2
Thanks All. I'll be looking for that post.

Thanks All. I'll be looking for that post.
Forum: General Repair Forum 11-19-2022, 06:15 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,282
Posted By ericjan2
box of medallions and plaques

attached are the items I was referring to 425563
Forum: General Repair Forum 11-18-2022, 10:02 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,282
Posted By ericjan2
Trying to post a picture. Please be patient with...

Trying to post a picture. Please be patient with me!
Forum: General Repair Forum 11-18-2022, 09:46 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,282
Posted By ericjan2
Airstream pride in a box

In this box are the most important part of my renovation! The names and badges of an American Classic. I'd like to not just buy new ones but refinish these badges of honor to put back on my baby when...
Forum: Jacks, Stabilizers, Lifting and Leveling 11-18-2022, 07:20 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 601
Posted By ericjan2
Lifting the old Girl for new shoes!

I'm getting ready to receive two new axles for my 77 31' Sovereign. What is the safest way to hold the trailer up while replacing the axles or would I do better taking it to my local trailer shop and...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 11-17-2022, 11:19 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,110
Posted By ericjan2
Got it. Perhaps I can get a corner bar underneath...

Got it. Perhaps I can get a corner bar underneath with better rigidity. Chans are it's good as it is but the constant getting up and down from the new booth seats will test the connectors over time...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 11-17-2022, 09:09 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,110
Posted By ericjan2
Yes, on my 77 it's directly under where the couch...

Yes, on my 77 it's directly under where the couch was. I'm thinking I could run a flat steel bar across the area below the floor and above the spare. It may harden it up a bit?????
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 11-17-2022, 06:31 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,110
Posted By ericjan2
A sinking feeling!

All, I feel very fortunate that I purchased a 1977 Sovereign that has been in dry country all of it's life! I'm finding no issues with wood rot in the flooring and very minor flash rusting in the...
Forum: Plumbing - Systems & Fixtures 11-16-2022, 07:19 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 2,456
Posted By ericjan2
RecPro Fogatti endless hot water heater

Just a couple of things they don't tell you when you purchase this $500 endless water heater. The installation calls for 'G 1/2 inch' female connectors for the water lines. I shopped the big box...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 11-15-2022, 08:10 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,204
Posted By ericjan2
I just got off the phone with Dexter axles in...

I just got off the phone with Dexter axles in Chickasaw, Oklahoma, about ten miles from me. They said If I can get a picture of the number stamped on the axle it would help them get the correct axles...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 11-15-2022, 06:39 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,204
Posted By ericjan2
Thanks for the input. I actually figured I would...

Thanks for the input. I actually figured I would need to do the brakes at least, and I've gotten a quote from E-Trailer for the sway control. I'm having the underbelly (frame and holding tanks,...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 11-14-2022, 07:44 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,204
Posted By ericjan2
To spend or not to spend and does it make a difference?

I'm in the middle of a renovation on a 1977 31' International Sovereign. I'm towing it with a 2019 Nissan Armada. I'm at about 70% of the vehicles towing capacity. I'd like to know if it's...
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