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Forum: Flat-Front (Cutter, Clipper, XC, XL & Skydeck) Motorhomes 06-13-2008, 03:33 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,572
Posted By John Brimer
I guess if I could read, I could respond...

I guess if I could read, I could respond properly. Bought mine new in 1999. Sticker was 175,000+ It is a 99 Cutter Diesel pusher.
Forum: Flat-Front (Cutter, Clipper, XC, XL & Skydeck) Motorhomes 06-05-2008, 11:24 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,572
Posted By John Brimer
I have seen a couple advertised @ 60,000

I have seen a couple advertised @ 60,000
Forum: Flat-Front (Cutter, Clipper, XC, XL & Skydeck) Motorhomes 01-14-2008, 02:05 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,999
Posted By John Brimer
Would like to see the result of the relocation of...

Would like to see the result of the relocation of the fuse box. Also, instead of relocation, build a cover?

I have disassembled the front fuse box to fix a problem with one of the corroded fuse...
Forum: Forum Admin, News and Member Account Info 06-27-2007, 02:12 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 9,703
Posted By John Brimer
Just remember, not all Airstreams are aluminum...

Just remember, not all Airstreams are aluminum and/or have rivets.
Forum: Flat-Front (Cutter, Clipper, XC, XL & Skydeck) Motorhomes 05-24-2007, 08:50 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,617
Posted By John Brimer
Did you find the connection? My 99 Cutter...

Did you find the connection?

My 99 Cutter has the connection in the electrical outside cord compartment. It looks like a telephone box. In fact, the outside telephone hookup is next to the...
Forum: Flat-Front (Cutter, Clipper, XC, XL & Skydeck) Motorhomes 08-02-2006, 01:25 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,434
Posted By John Brimer
I have a 1999 Cutter Diesel. I have over 106,000...

I have a 1999 Cutter Diesel. I have over 106,000 miles on it. I have modified the trailer hitch to tow a trailer that weighs 10,000 lbs. I have installed a satelite system.

Problems...
Forum: Mechanics Corner - Engines, Transmission & More... 03-21-2005, 04:33 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,362
Posted By John Brimer
CAT Problems and not the fuzzy kind.

Lately my 1999 300hp Cat engine in my Airstream Cutter (Freightliner Chassis) has been acting up.

When cold, starts just fine. Sometimes, after running either for hours or minutes, it will crank...
Forum: Flat-Front (Cutter, Clipper, XC, XL & Skydeck) Motorhomes 12-28-2004, 02:22 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,798
Posted By John Brimer
I agree that the factory hitch is almost useless....

I agree that the factory hitch is almost useless. I had mine redone to pull 25,000 pounds.
Forum: Flat-Front (Cutter, Clipper, XC, XL & Skydeck) Motorhomes 12-28-2004, 09:13 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,901
Posted By John Brimer
Installation a success. Found out: 1. The...

Installation a success.

Found out:
1. The decal is the location of a satellite cable that is taped to the underside of the roof.
2. I partially removed the front part of the ceiling/headliner....
Forum: Flat-Front (Cutter, Clipper, XC, XL & Skydeck) Motorhomes 12-27-2004, 11:18 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,798
Posted By John Brimer
Hi Donnall: I too am a drag racer/hot...

Hi Donnall:

I too am a drag racer/hot rodder. However, you will be pleased at the power of the 99 Cutter. If it is the 35', there is plenty of power. No need for all that aftermarket stuff. ...
Forum: Flat-Front (Cutter, Clipper, XC, XL & Skydeck) Motorhomes 12-20-2004, 10:07 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,798
Posted By John Brimer
There are breakers all over the coach. Very poor...

There are breakers all over the coach. Very poor design in my opinion. But here is my list of breakers.

1. Under the cowl in the front are the fuses and breakers for most of the functions in...
Forum: Flat-Front (Cutter, Clipper, XC, XL & Skydeck) Motorhomes 11-15-2004, 07:55 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,901
Posted By John Brimer
Dear Apetit: We have the same bus. There is...

Dear Apetit:

We have the same bus. There is a decal on that front location. I am assuming that there is one cable that runs to the video switch box.

The dish that I am installing is a Cruise...
Forum: Flat-Front (Cutter, Clipper, XC, XL & Skydeck) Motorhomes 11-12-2004, 12:07 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,901
Posted By John Brimer
Satellite Dish Installation

I have a 1999 Cutter DP that has the satellite tv prewired to the roof of the coach. I am fairly handy with tools and have help from someone who has done the installation on his American Dream. My...
Forum: Mechanics Corner - Engines, Transmission & More... 10-20-2004, 04:09 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,046
Posted By John Brimer
I know this may sound simple, but it was my...

I know this may sound simple, but it was my problem on a similar system. The fluid level in the main reservoir was too low. Filled the reservoir with the required fluid and it cured the problem.
Forum: Airstream Motorhome Forums 12-18-2003, 12:01 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 11,082
Posted By John Brimer
Well, do your neighbors a favor and park your...

Well, do your neighbors a favor and park your unit(s) at your house on Jan 1. Invite your neighbors to take plenty of pictures. Tell them to feel free to use the pictures to reduce their property...
Forum: Mechanics Corner - Engines, Transmission & More... 08-25-2003, 09:15 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 5,357
Posted By John Brimer
I have the definitive solution to your problem,...

I have the definitive solution to your problem, because I have had the same running battle on my 1999 Cutter.

First of all, there was a recall to replace the valve cover breather tube on the...
Forum: Airstream Motorhome Forums 07-28-2003, 04:15 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 6,055
Posted By John Brimer
Hey Coloradobus, I have a 1999 Cutter Diesel...

Hey Coloradobus,
I have a 1999 Cutter Diesel Pusher, purchased new in 1999. I had the same problem with the water tank--took out my brakes!
Got a recall in the mail one year later.

Had...
Forum: Airstream Motorhome Forums 03-30-2003, 11:53 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,451
Posted By John Brimer
I have a 1999 Cutter DP 35'. I love mine. It has...

I have a 1999 Cutter DP 35'. I love mine. It has the 300 hp Cat. engine and 7.5 Onan quiet diesel gen and has the same equipment that you described. Had a few electrical problems early on--loose...
Forum: General Motorhome Topics 03-15-2003, 04:30 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,323
Posted By John Brimer
Retracting Step

I am having trouble with my retracting step. It goes part way up, stops, and later goes all the way up. Yes, it's clean and lubricated. Any hints appreciated.

1999 Diesel Cutter.
Forum: Airstream Motorhome Forums 03-15-2003, 04:21 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,505
Posted By John Brimer
I put a Gear Vendor overdrive in a one ton crew...

I put a Gear Vendor overdrive in a one ton crew cab dual wheel Chevy truck behind a Turbo 400 trans and a Cummins diesel. I pulled loads averaging 24,000 pounds. Kept the unit for 100,000 miles and...
Forum: Airstream Motorhome Forums 08-27-2002, 05:15 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,042
Posted By John Brimer
Jack, I got the same run around from...

Jack,

I got the same run around from Michelin as your example. I left the tire with the dealer for Michelin to inspect. They did and said that I either ran the tire low on pressure or ran over...
Forum: Airstream Motorhome Forums 08-27-2002, 03:14 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,042
Posted By John Brimer
Angry Blowout

I experienced a blowout on an inside dual Michelin tire. Lucky, no one was hurt but my pocket book to repair the side of my Cutter Diesel.

Tires had plenty of tread. Michelin would not accept...
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