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Forum: Airstream Classifieds 09-23-2022, 07:27 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 583
Posted By Dave-O
Hi, I am interested in the wheels and the power...

Hi, I am interested in the wheels and the power jack that you are trying to find a home for. I’m not terribly far from you here in middle Georgia, any chance of shipping? I just bought a 1985...
Forum: Airstream Classifieds 08-29-2022, 03:30 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 411
Posted By Dave-O
Corner Bed Mattress

Is it safe to say I am late and the mattresses are gone? I just bought an 85 today and am back in the airstream game after 15 years! This one has been sitting up for the last 7 years and no way I’m...
Forum: WBCCI Rallies & Events 08-09-2006, 09:10 PM
Replies: 273
Views: 26,614
Posted By Dave-O
Here is a link to the site of the rally. It is a...

Here is a link to the site of the rally. It is a state funded facility and home of the Georgial National Fair. It is very clean with nice facilities and well run. Wonderlodge has their rally there...
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 10-28-2003, 10:11 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,381
Posted By Dave-O
L-shaped lounge

Should you decide to remove your lounge would you consider letting me transplant it into my coach? I have always liked that layout. I realize it will force some redesigns for a table and TV perch,...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 09-27-2003, 09:08 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,740
Posted By Dave-O
my experience

I had the same experience recently. I had replaced the umbilical cord with a 35' replacement, replaced the junction boxes with weathertight ones and replace the outdoor 110 outlet with a GFI version....
Forum: Tow Vehicles 07-27-2003, 08:38 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,924
Posted By Dave-O
Silverback is correct

My manual said the same thing. I stand corrected. Hey, maybe there is some more good info in that thing!

I KNOW I didn't just pull that out of my arse. Someone I know ruined a tranny by doing a...
Forum: Airstream Motorhome Forums 07-15-2003, 02:22 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,557
Posted By Dave-O
I feel a lot more comfortable doing my '72 than...

I feel a lot more comfortable doing my '72 than doing Eric's '03!:D

While I will do mine IF I can find some quality tint, I can certainly see where someone with a new coach may be a ittle...
Forum: Airstream Motorhome Forums 07-14-2003, 06:05 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,557
Posted By Dave-O
Chas,

What brand of tint did your buddy use? How dark did you go? Would you do anything differently?

I'd like to do my Ambassador. My goal is a window renovation, first taking the inner pane out of the...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 07-14-2003, 12:53 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,924
Posted By Dave-O
specs

My tundra (2001) specs are:

4.7L V8
245 hp @ 4800rpm
315 ft/lb @ 3400 rpm
redline 5400rpm

3.91:1 final drive ratio
Forum: Tow Vehicles 07-14-2003, 07:56 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,924
Posted By Dave-O
tundra

I, too, have a Tundra. Mine is a 2001 2wd V8 with tranny cooler and a Voyager brake controller.
I pull a 1972 29' Ambassador, which is #4950 dry and have had very little problem. Have not tried the...
Forum: Our Community 07-14-2003, 06:56 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,685
Posted By Dave-O
Pahaska

Which roll top did you go with and from where? I have been eyeing the Pace Edwards brand and really like the concept.
I, too, have been internally debating the option of camper shell (used) or new...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 07-10-2003, 06:26 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,746
Posted By Dave-O
Please read question again...

If the genset is capable of 3100w @ 120 volts, then there are 25.8 amps available. If I change one 20 amp outlet to a 30 amp outlet (or 25 amp if it is available) then this should allow me to get all...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 07-09-2003, 01:27 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,746
Posted By Dave-O
Ok, if I change the outlet to a 30 amp outlet,...

Ok, if I change the outlet to a 30 amp outlet, would it allow the trailer to pull the 25.8 amps (i think) that the generator is capable of?
I mean the generator won't put out 30 amps, but it puts...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 07-09-2003, 06:34 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,746
Posted By Dave-O
Sure Pick, the address is: PDF file on...

Sure Pick, the address is:

PDF file on Generator Enclosures (https://scholar.lib.vt.edu/theses/available/etd-145110201974500/unrestricted/etd.pdf)

Alternately you can do a google search for...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 07-08-2003, 10:09 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,746
Posted By Dave-O
ventilation

Pick,
That is one of my concerns, how to vent air in/out, but keep the sound from doing the same. I found a thesis on the subject and vents were the prime sound leakage areas (obviously).
The guy...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 07-08-2003, 09:00 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,746
Posted By Dave-O
Dumb Generator Question #2

Ok, with all of this talk about using 30 amp outlets at home and elsewhere, what about the generator?
Mine is a 3100w with 2 120/20 amp outlets. How does this affect the requirements of the trailer....
Forum: Our Community 05-18-2003, 08:53 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,264
Posted By Dave-O
Thumbs up That was quick

Thanks Femuse.
Does this only happen at an obscene angle?
Forum: Our Community 05-18-2003, 08:33 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,264
Posted By Dave-O
side question:

I have done a couple of these tight turn back-ups in the 8 months I have had mine. My fear is contact between bumper and A-frame. How legitimate is this? What is the rule of thumb. Airstream67 said...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 05-13-2003, 07:35 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,281
Posted By Dave-O
Ahh, yes hunting for mushrooms. It can be a...

Ahh, yes hunting for mushrooms.
It can be a very spiritual thing. Tasty, too.
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 04-24-2003, 11:30 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,442
Posted By Dave-O
Thanks for answering my question AND my follow up...

Thanks for answering my question AND my follow up question before it was asked (possible solutions).
What about an adapter so I can use the 50 amp plug-in at cg's that have them. Would that...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 04-24-2003, 09:08 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,442
Posted By Dave-O
Thanks Andy, I did turn it off when I noticed...

Thanks Andy,
I did turn it off when I noticed it, thanks to some earlier discussions about low voltage and its dangers (Pahaska, I think). It sounded different, that was my first clue. Voltage...
Forum: Stoves, Ovens & Microwaves 04-24-2003, 08:54 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,361
Posted By Dave-O
I had my cover, cooktop and grates sandblasted...

I had my cover, cooktop and grates sandblasted and powdercoated by a local company. The cover and cooktop with a color that was called Stainless Steel and the grates black. The finish still has some...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 04-24-2003, 08:38 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,442
Posted By Dave-O
Low voltage-A/C

When we went camping during spring break at a state park, I experienced a low voltage situation when the A/C kicked on in the middle of the afternoon. The voltage, as measured by an analog plug in...
Forum: 1970 - 1973 Sovereign 04-23-2003, 08:03 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,273
Posted By Dave-O
Femuse

Pick was asking about a 72 under the forums by specific year. I was trying to answer it based on that. My 72 29' has a 50 gallon fresh water tank. In the service manual the 29' and the 31' were...
Forum: 1970 - 1973 Sovereign 04-23-2003, 06:19 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,273
Posted By Dave-O
Depends

also on whether it is an International or not. International's for instance had 50 gallon fresh water tanks, not 25.
Having the gray tank probably accounts for the shrinkage in fresh water for the...
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 04-17-2003, 01:02 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,531
Posted By Dave-O
Chas, Yes, mine is still leaking. I haven't had...

Chas,
Yes, mine is still leaking. I haven't had a chance to get further into it yet. The reason I ask about freeze damage is last week was the first time I had it out since December and we had a...
Forum: Refrigerators 04-16-2003, 06:53 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,885
Posted By Dave-O
leveling

Please tell me why that being level is important, I know it is, at least I knew to be level when using, but now you say that it needs to be this way even in storage? What have I been doing to my poor...
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 04-16-2003, 06:47 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,531
Posted By Dave-O
That's funny

I am having a similar problem. My 72 Ambassador leaked at a high rate from the right "IN" side of the regulator. Looked to be from the bottom and did so whether it was on city water or when I started...
Forum: Roof Vents, Skylights & Fans 03-24-2003, 09:06 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,389
Posted By Dave-O
What I did

I know you were talking to Pick, but I will quickly tell you what I did. I opted for the translucent white dome that FF offers for more light than the tinted one provides.
In addition, while I...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 03-21-2003, 09:10 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,476
Posted By Dave-O
That makes sense

Thanks Eric,
Point well taken. I have the other two and will be getting the propane detector directly.
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 03-21-2003, 06:55 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,476
Posted By Dave-O
Propane detector? Is that another name for...

Propane detector?

Is that another name for your nose? :D
Seriously the odorant that is added is noticable at a few parts per million and as I understand, it is only explosive when the propane...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 03-14-2003, 06:43 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,036
Posted By Dave-O
nope

das not the one:(
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 03-05-2003, 01:45 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,036
Posted By Dave-O
If you have a light at the vent then you do for...

If you have a light at the vent then you do for sure. Realize also that you will lose that light with the fan install unless you make some other arrangements for a light fixture. If you aren't...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 03-05-2003, 01:33 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,076
Posted By Dave-O
Overhead light switch was at the fixture not the...

Overhead light switch was at the fixture not the wall. I believe a fan used to be in the old vent as I found blades and an old motor housing in one of the bins that had a lot of repair and misc...
Forum: Wheels, Hubs & Bearings 03-05-2003, 10:43 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,038
Posted By Dave-O
Load rating

Is the load rating #2000 or #2450 in this application for the Outlaws? Thanks
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 03-05-2003, 10:20 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,036
Posted By Dave-O
just did it

Do a search for "Fantastic fan" and check out dabler's photo's. Gives you step by step instructions. Gave me the confidence to attempt it.
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 03-05-2003, 10:13 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,076
Posted By Dave-O
OK

59toaster,
That makes sense because:
The pair that doesn't work now, was the one that did work (I'm almost sure it was the pair attached to the old light).
I took the battery home to charge (it...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 03-05-2003, 08:21 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,076
Posted By Dave-O
Quick 12v Question

I just put in a fantastic fan and have a question. One of the pairs of wires at the vent have no power, the other pair does (Thicker #10 wire). Can I run the fan and a new light fixture from this...
Forum: On The Road... 03-03-2003, 08:20 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,041
Posted By Dave-O
Bulletin Board material for sure. Gives you...

Bulletin Board material for sure. Gives you something to shoot for in your redo.
Although if your gonna put that kind of money in one, I'd like for it to have a steering wheel.
Forum: Wheels, Hubs & Bearings 03-01-2003, 08:52 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,038
Posted By Dave-O
59toaster, The Goodyear Marathons max air...

59toaster,
The Goodyear Marathons max air pressure ratings are #50 & #65 for the C & D weight ratings respectively.
I'd also like to note that the load ratings for both classes is below the #2600...
Forum: Wheels, Hubs & Bearings 03-01-2003, 10:08 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,038
Posted By Dave-O
I know someone on this board who has American...

I know someone on this board who has American Racing Outlaw II's on his trailer (early 70's 30ish ft) 15x7, said they were a bit of a tight fit to get them on, but once on provided enough clearance....
Forum: Our Community 03-01-2003, 08:50 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,826
Posted By Dave-O
The 60th Anniversary of your 1953 ABAC class?...

The 60th Anniversary of your 1953 ABAC class? Something there doesn't add up , Doc!:D
Seriously, sorry about the damage to your MH.
As for ABAC, my dad was the men's BB coach for 20 years, just...
Forum: Our Community 02-27-2003, 07:44 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,913
Posted By Dave-O
I'm with Smiley

It started off with a bang and quickly went down hill. I was apalled at the swirls. What in the world did he use on it? He did a nice job on the book for sure, but better examples of physical...
Forum: Our Community 02-27-2003, 08:26 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,913
Posted By Dave-O
Airstream on TV

I have my satellite search scout always on the lookout for anything Airstream. Last week it found an HGTV show called "Small Spaces" and an interior designer had a '72 30ft AS. It was unbelievable,...
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 02-24-2003, 11:13 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 9,428
Posted By Dave-O
Very nice! Must have been a very productive...

Very nice! Must have been a very productive weekend. Can't wait to see it when you get it just the way you want it.
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 02-23-2003, 02:41 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 9,428
Posted By Dave-O
I was amazed at the sheer number of different...

I was amazed at the sheer number of different colors and patterns you can get in laminate. Everything from the metals (Diamond plate, copper, SS, etc.) to tree bark, popcorn, denim. The variety was...
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 02-22-2003, 08:50 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 9,428
Posted By Dave-O
Not bad, thanks Smiley! And you are right about...

Not bad, thanks Smiley! And you are right about the laminate by itself being expensive. I checked Lowe's for some Wilsonart stainless steel laminate and they wanted like $550 for a 4X8 sheet (you had...
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 02-22-2003, 06:57 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 9,428
Posted By Dave-O
Chas, So you think the red leather couch will...

Chas,
So you think the red leather couch will be too much?:D

Yes the granite is a bit much, but how do you turn it down when the whole shooting match cost about $300?
Yes, I have heard it from...
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 02-21-2003, 08:24 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 9,428
Posted By Dave-O
also

We made a new plywood base with 3/4 (maybe it was 5/8) using the old as a template. Instead of using a cement backer board we used this thin flexible material that has indentions on both sides to...
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 02-21-2003, 08:13 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 9,428
Posted By Dave-O
Granite

Ok, I'm typing this for the third and last time, everytime I have hit submit my pic has been too big and I've lost my whole message. I' ll learn.

Anyways, as I was saying, I have recently...
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