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Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 01-27-2021, 12:58 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,064
Posted By Chatooga11
Easy fix. Velterra twist on waste valve on...

Easy fix. Velterra twist on waste valve on Amazon. Not the permanent answer but it will keep you drip free until you want to replace the valve
Forum: Airstream Classifieds 08-16-2020, 12:49 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 315
Posted By Chatooga11
Where does this email go?

Where does this email go?
Forum: Airstream Classifieds 08-12-2020, 12:21 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 315
Posted By Chatooga11
2016 Airstream Interstate Grand Tour EXT - Tennessee

Interstate Grand Tour EXT rear twin.

Only 16,700 miles. Large fridge and freezer. Power rear screen door and sliding side screen door, power window shades, in motion satellite TV equipped, ...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 09-11-2019, 11:10 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,556
Posted By Chatooga11
Interestingly enough, the fridge in the 2016 AI...

Interestingly enough, the fridge in the 2016 AI does not run on propane, only 110 or 12 volt. Even with brand new batteries it seems as if the fridge draws a lot of power to stay cold. I dumped with...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 09-09-2019, 08:41 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,556
Posted By Chatooga11
Problem solved, and all had had to wash was my...

Problem solved, and all had had to wash was my hands.
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 09-07-2019, 01:34 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,556
Posted By Chatooga11
What was wrong with gravity?

We just picked up a lightly used 2016 Interstate EXT GT. We are having trouble emptying our waste tanks. The hose comes out, the valves open, the pump turns on but we get nothing. Visual...
Forum: Other Rallies & Events 04-05-2019, 09:29 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 8,904
Posted By Chatooga11
Yep. Our ninth in a row.

Yep.

Our ninth in a row.
Forum: On The Road... 03-14-2019, 11:09 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 10,044
Posted By Chatooga11
Bring the Taylor. Life is short, did you buy to...

Bring the Taylor. Life is short, did you buy to look at it or play it and listen to it? I pack a 714 and a Martin D-28, and a mandolin and a couple of ukes. if you want to play it you will find a...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 11-05-2018, 07:40 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,346
Posted By Chatooga11
They have everything they need. I have a...

They have everything they need.

I have a Hensley, no problem, they have an extra stinger on the tractor. you can stay at the terra port as long as you want. Free if you are having service,...
Forum: General Interior Topics 01-16-2018, 10:15 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,607
Posted By Chatooga11
Might not be exactly the same, but I bought a...

Might not be exactly the same, but I bought a similar pair of recliners from amishworkbenchfurniture.com. I am very happy with the product and the customer service was amazing.

Dave
Forum: 1959-69 Tradewind 10-19-2017, 06:39 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 958
Posted By Chatooga11
65 Tradewind. What to look for

I am going to be checking out a 65 Tradewind for a friend. Aside from rear end seperation, floor rot near the door and bath, or obvious flaws, is there anything special to this year and model...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 09-25-2017, 06:14 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,187
Posted By Chatooga11
[QUOTE=LBOskiBear;2012876]I keep one of the...

[QUOTE=LBOskiBear;2012876]I keep one of the secondary valves on my trailer all the time. (https://www.valterra.com/product/twist-on-waste-valve-boxed/)

Has anyone seen this twist on valve available...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 08-02-2017, 09:43 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,612
Posted By Chatooga11
How hard is it to replace a transfer switch? ...

How hard is it to replace a transfer switch? Getting access to it will be the tough part, I assume, but once the bed is out how tough is the job itself. I am moderately handy, but not an...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 07-30-2017, 05:17 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,612
Posted By Chatooga11
Plug has een replaced. Still no power

Plug has een replaced. Still no power
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 07-30-2017, 05:07 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,612
Posted By Chatooga11
I did, in fact, call the office immediately. The...

I did, in fact, call the office immediately. The next morning they sent out a ranger with a voltage tester. His opinion was that my plug had a loose prong which caused the arching. Hard to tell...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 07-30-2017, 02:11 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,612
Posted By Chatooga11
Okay, Now what to do? There is power...

Okay,

Now what to do? There is power running to the breaker box. When you test the 120 outlets, however, you get 120 when you test hot and ground, but nothing when you test both sides of the...
Forum: General Repair Forum 07-28-2017, 06:17 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,728
Posted By Chatooga11
I bought the rivet removal tool from VTS. With...

I bought the rivet removal tool from VTS. With some practice I found that you must begin very slowly, especially with Olympic rivets or rivets where the mandrel has not been completely removed. ...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 07-27-2017, 06:07 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,612
Posted By Chatooga11
110 power

Good morning,

I was at a state park in Virginia the other night. I plugged into the 30 amp socket but got no power to the trailer. Breakers were not tripped. I thought there might not be power...
Forum: Dollars & Cents 07-26-2017, 08:38 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 13,671
Posted By Chatooga11
I second that. I bought a brand new Interstate. ...

I second that. I bought a brand new Interstate. When I got it home the generator would not work. Took it back to Colonial and they couldn't fix it. Sent me To Camping World, an Onan service...
Forum: Buyer Guidelines 07-26-2017, 05:22 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,532
Posted By Chatooga11
inspection for used unit

Craig and Chad at Woodland are top notch. I bought a used Classic from them sight unseen and they made everything right. Very trustworthy guys.
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 07-14-2017, 06:13 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,390
Posted By Chatooga11
DDickey, Bought the rivet removal tool and...

DDickey,

Bought the rivet removal tool and the job was a breeze. Thanks for your help. I didn't know such a tool existed
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 07-12-2017, 06:55 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,301
Posted By Chatooga11
I used 3/16 inch Olympic rivets for anything on...

I used 3/16 inch Olympic rivets for anything on the exterior. 1/8 inch pop rivets on the inside. A rivet shaver is not an inexpensive tool, especially if you only have a few rivets to shave. I...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 07-01-2017, 06:45 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,863
Posted By Chatooga11
Loosing Turbo Power

Sometimes a valve will stick intermittently. Unless the problem occurs while the dealer is checking it out the computer will never detect it. I found with my Interstate that if you pulled over and...
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 06-26-2017, 04:24 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,390
Posted By Chatooga11
Removing Olympic Rivets

Okay, so I did a bonehead thing which will not be mentioned in this discussion. The problem I now have is how to remove an Olympic rivet (or 30).. The mandrel piece is right where I would expect to...
Forum: Jacks, Stabilizers, Lifting and Leveling 06-20-2017, 03:09 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,195
Posted By Chatooga11
Colon Hyde. Plattsburgh,NY.

Colon Hyde. Plattsburgh,NY.
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 02-23-2017, 04:48 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,840
Posted By Chatooga11
Hensley gives me lots of room with my 86 Excella...

Hensley gives me lots of room with my 86 Excella and 2014 Tundra. It also gives more room for tight turns when backing up.
Forum: General Interior Topics 01-27-2017, 06:33 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 941
Posted By Chatooga11
Thomas Payne RV Euro Chair

Has anyone tried the Thomas Payne Euro chair? It is available through trailer. If so, what are the pluses and minuses? They are significantly less expensive than many other available recliners.
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 12-15-2016, 02:30 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 6,232
Posted By Chatooga11
I prefer "Happy spouse, Happy house". That way...

I prefer "Happy spouse, Happy house". That way everybody gets a chance.
Forum: General Repair Forum 11-27-2016, 06:51 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,102
Posted By Chatooga11
It amazes me that after spending $100,000 on an...

It amazes me that after spending $100,000 on an Airstream trailer they would sell you an "upgrade" made of stainless steel in order to replace the corroded original equipment. Make stainless doors...
Forum: General Repair Forum 11-09-2016, 10:57 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,554
Posted By Chatooga11
Could you fix this with Olympic rivets?

Could you fix this with Olympic rivets?
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 11-08-2016, 10:02 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,950
Posted By Chatooga11
Water heater blows soot

I have an '86 Excella with the standard Atwood water heater. Every time I light it I have to wipe black soot off of the side of the trailer. I have adjusted the amount of air getting to the flame...
Forum: 1984-1988 Limited 11-05-2016, 12:10 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,664
Posted By Chatooga11
Hey Daddyo, Just had to say it. Your spring...

Hey Daddyo,

Just had to say it. Your spring inside of your awning may have broken. If that is, in fact, the problem it is an easy fix. Zip Dee will send you a spring ad they are not expensive. ...
Forum: On The Road... 10-10-2016, 07:38 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,375
Posted By Chatooga11
Be careful about going to TCPC..It is so nice and...

Be careful about going to TCPC..It is so nice and the people are so friendly you might just end up buying a lot there. It happened to us last year.

We plan on being back at the end of the month. ...
Forum: Interior Restoration Forum 09-20-2016, 03:19 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,582
Posted By Chatooga11
Yes. Whatcha got in mind?

Yes. Whatcha got in mind?
Forum: Interior Restoration Forum 09-20-2016, 01:59 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,582
Posted By Chatooga11
Fiberglass end cap repair

Hi,

I want to paint the fiberglass end cap in my 65 Safari. There are multiple holes from snaps, rivets, etc. I want to patch and smooth the holes and then paint with a Krylon spray paint. Is...
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 08-13-2016, 07:50 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 979
Posted By Chatooga11
water heater flame adjustment

My 30 year old Atwood water heater needs to have the flame adjusted. It burns yellow with a bit of blue, it emits soot from the heater door whenever it is running, and it smells bad when lit. My...
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 08-13-2016, 07:41 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 711
Posted By Chatooga11
Will the new one fit?

I have an 86 excella and the toilet finally stopped holding water. Cleaning the seal didn't help so I want to replace it with a new porcelain toilet. The existing 30 year old toilet is a Thetford. ...
Forum: Awnings 08-12-2016, 06:31 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,508
Posted By Chatooga11
You don't need a tool to wind your awning spring....

You don't need a tool to wind your awning spring. It is done with the rafter arm. Just be careful as the spring tightens to not let go because it will spin like a propeller.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 08-06-2016, 02:37 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 782
Posted By Chatooga11
Towing lights with Interstate

Hi All,

I have a 2007 Interstate which is on a 2006 Dodge Sprinter chassis. I bought a trailer last week and when I hitch it up to the Interstate the tail lights work and the running lights work,...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 07-03-2016, 06:38 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 10,718
Posted By Chatooga11
Exactly, Chae.

Exactly, Chae.
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 07-03-2016, 04:38 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 10,718
Posted By Chatooga11
I used a hole saw and template as well. Bolt...

I used a hole saw and template as well. Bolt cutters freed most of the bolts from the frame. After cutting off the top I used a hammer and punch to pound the stubborn ones out for the frame.

It...
Forum: Commercial Listings 07-02-2016, 07:02 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 15,257
Posted By Chatooga11
I would be all in! A week with like minded...

I would be all in! A week with like minded people learning new restoration skills sounds great.
Forum: Our Community 06-29-2016, 04:47 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,454
Posted By Chatooga11
I agree. Gotta vote for Joe.

I agree. Gotta vote for Joe.
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 06-23-2016, 05:44 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 7,410
Posted By Chatooga11
Good luck, Chris and Nancy, I have the same...

Good luck, Chris and Nancy,

I have the same model year Interstate and I still love it. Bought a trailer but I couldn't part with the Interstate, it is just too versatile of a vehicle. To address...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 06-09-2016, 04:49 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,433
Posted By Chatooga11
I had a similar problem with my 2007 AI. The...

I had a similar problem with my 2007 AI. The generator wouldn't start the day I brought it home from the dealer. Multiple trips to Colonial Airstream until they decided I needed to go to an Onan...
Forum: General Repair Forum 05-20-2016, 03:33 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 857
Posted By Chatooga11
My 65 Safari has the same thing.

My 65 Safari has the same thing.
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 05-09-2016, 03:02 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 982
Posted By Chatooga11
Waste tank vents

I am putting a new gray and a new black water tank in a '65 Safari. Can they share a common vent outlet? I was hoping to run the vent pipe from each tank to a Y and out a common vent hole. This...
Forum: On The Road... 04-03-2016, 01:21 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 899
Posted By Chatooga11
Interstate sighting

I just passed a 2006 or 2007 Interstate heading south on I-95 near the Georgia Florida border. Was that you? I am the 2007 interstate headed north.
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 03-09-2016, 04:34 PM
Replies: 1,465
Views: 366,557
Posted By Chatooga11
Interstate picture

Lunch. Lake George New York
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 03-02-2016, 05:07 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 12,071
Posted By Chatooga11
low battery power can cause the same symptoms. ...

low battery power can cause the same symptoms. That was my issue when my 86 did the same thing.
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