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Forum: Interior Restoration Forum 10-12-2015, 10:02 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,485
Posted By mommythrice
Just finished this project in my '66 Ambassador

I ordered every thing from Vintage Trailer Supply:
I used this small curtain track (https://www.vintagetrailersupply.com/Small_Curtain_Track_Horizontal_p/vts-702.htm)
At first I didn't see how I...
Forum: Exterior Restoration Forum 10-11-2015, 10:21 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,407
Posted By mommythrice
I thought Bargman L100 was the door knob that...

I thought Bargman L100 was the door knob that locks. I was asking about the lock below it in the photo.
Forum: Exterior Restoration Forum 10-11-2015, 02:02 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,407
Posted By mommythrice
Do I have a Weiser lock?

I'm still trying to find a way to change the thumb lock on my 1966 Ambassador to a deadbolt with a keyed lock on the exterior.

The standard deadbolt from VTS won't fit & the custom lock requires...
Forum: General Repair Forum 09-28-2015, 02:43 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 775
Posted By mommythrice
Anyone?

Has anyone else tried to do this?
Forum: General Repair Forum 09-27-2015, 05:25 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 668
Posted By mommythrice
Found a 1984 manual....

Found a 1984 manual. (https://campkahler.com/airstream/310/310-owners-manual.pdf) I don't know how similar they are.
Forum: General Repair Forum 09-24-2015, 08:43 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 775
Posted By mommythrice
BTW, I called VTS.

They couldn't answer my questions. Told me I would just have to measure everything and give it a try.
Forum: General Repair Forum 09-23-2015, 04:08 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 775
Posted By mommythrice
Deadbolt in 1966 Ambassador?

I've been looking at the deadbolt options from VTS (https://www.vintagetrailersupply.com/Custom_Deadbolt_p/vts-343c.htm). I'm not crazy about pulling out an interior wall or putting another hole in my...
Forum: General Repair Forum 03-21-2015, 09:33 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 934
Posted By mommythrice
Definitely NOT gutting - it was in beautiful...

Definitely NOT gutting - it was in beautiful shape. Hubby is looking at using AlumiConn. That looks like overkill, but better safe than sorry. Am I correct that leaving aluminum in the 12v system is...
Forum: General Repair Forum 03-20-2015, 10:18 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 934
Posted By mommythrice
Aluminum wiring

We're starting to have some weird electrical problems in my '66 Ambassador. I'm a little concerned about aluminum wiring & safety anyway. What is the best way to reduce the risk of fire? Do I need to...
Forum: General Repair Forum 01-16-2015, 12:04 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,009
Posted By mommythrice
Thanks for the info. Need to start w/AS shop to...

Thanks for the info. Need to start w/AS shop to see if they have someone that's a gas tech. It may be that the advisor just doesn't know.

Still looking at toilets. I found this ceramic toilet...
Forum: General Repair Forum 01-15-2015, 06:38 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,009
Posted By mommythrice
Photo of the bath...

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Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 01-15-2015, 08:16 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,969
Posted By mommythrice
I was shocked at the price, too. I pulled my old...

I was shocked at the price, too. I pulled my old furnace out and found lots of storage space! I did have a quick disconnect gas line installed so I can us a catalytic heater if needed, although I...
Forum: General Repair Forum 01-15-2015, 07:51 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,009
Posted By mommythrice
Help w/replacing toilet & adjusting oven in '66 Ambassador

(1)The old toilet is pretty yucky.:nuke: I have her at an RV shop now & the "exact replacement " toilet doesn't fit perfectly. Apparently, the new ones are more oval than round. Will need to trim...
Forum: General Repair Forum 11-27-2014, 09:49 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,269
Posted By mommythrice
Hmmm. Apparently hubby already got out there with...

Hmmm. Apparently hubby already got out there with silicone. :angry:
Forum: General Repair Forum 11-25-2014, 08:33 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,269
Posted By mommythrice
So, Andy's suggestion seemed to work. All windows...

So, Andy's suggestion seemed to work. All windows are now water-tight except the front one. The leak I can see now is coming from just ABOVE the window. In that first picture I posted, water is...
Forum: General Repair Forum 11-24-2014, 09:56 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,275
Posted By mommythrice
It sure looks easier to use your sink. I hate...

It sure looks easier to use your sink. I hate bending way over to brush my teeth in my bath, but mine is all in great shape except for that sink top, so I'm going to leave it alone. I haven't looked...
Forum: General Repair Forum 11-24-2014, 07:42 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,275
Posted By mommythrice
Very nice! So, how did you remove the old one...

Very nice!
So, how did you remove the old one and how is the new one attached?

And it looks like you moved the toilet forward. What's going on there?
Forum: General Repair Forum 11-23-2014, 10:17 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,275
Posted By mommythrice
Replace bath sink in 1966?

I just realized that the nasty sink in my 1966 Ambassador is a separate piece from the sink base. I'm wondering if I can pull the sink top, replace it with a corian or formica countertop and a round...
Forum: General Repair Forum 11-06-2014, 09:57 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,269
Posted By mommythrice
When you went back to re-do it, did you remove...

When you went back to re-do it, did you remove the old silicone first?

I would consider a drip cap over that front window only. I've considered adding a Lexan window guard at some point, but I...
Forum: General Repair Forum 11-06-2014, 08:14 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,269
Posted By mommythrice
I wondered if someone was going to use the "S"...

I wondered if someone was going to use the "S" word, but I didn't expect it from an expert. My husband will be thrilled. He's just been dying to use silicone on that Airstream somewhere!

Will give...
Forum: General Repair Forum 11-05-2014, 09:28 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,269
Posted By mommythrice
Yes, I think we did a good job on the gaskets....

Yes, I think we did a good job on the gaskets. The leak seems to be coming from the top/hinge. I can see it dripping from the top just next to the arm/crank/thingy. There must be some sort of sealant...
Forum: General Repair Forum 11-05-2014, 08:06 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,269
Posted By mommythrice
What's a drip rail?

What's a drip rail?
Forum: General Repair Forum 11-05-2014, 07:37 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,269
Posted By mommythrice
Help with '66 window leaks

I have 4 windows leaking... and every one is leaking at the top, right-hand corner about where the window arm attaches. I've replaced the seals on all the windows, but that only seals the sides and...
Forum: General Repair Forum 09-27-2014, 05:03 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,465
Posted By mommythrice
Drill a hole... why didn't I think of that? That...

Drill a hole... why didn't I think of that? That worked perfectly for me. Of course, hubby knocked off the wooden end-cap in the process, so now I have TWO options. ;)
Forum: General Repair Forum 09-27-2014, 11:28 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,935
Posted By mommythrice
PO of my '66 Ambassador was really honest. ...

PO of my '66 Ambassador was really honest.

But I CAN'T say the same thing about the guy who sold me a '77 Avion. "She will polish up to a mirror shine!" When I tried to explain to him about the...
Forum: General Repair Forum 09-27-2014, 11:02 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,465
Posted By mommythrice
Can't attach curtains to sliders!

I've made my curtains, but I'm having a really, really difficult time trying to sew them in place! :angry: Is there an easier way?

As you can see from the photos, everything is pretty original to...
Forum: General Repair Forum 08-15-2014, 07:26 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,394
Posted By mommythrice
Thanks everyone.

I went with replacing the fridge with the same size and I'll bring along an ice chest when I need more space. I have a portable ice maker, so I think that will come in handy. I'm replacing the A/C...
Forum: General Repair Forum 08-12-2014, 09:04 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,604
Posted By mommythrice
That's why I need a gas heater. I can use HP or...

That's why I need a gas heater. I can use HP or even and electric space heater when we have power - which is most of the time. But when we're camping in the mountains I want to stay as long as...
Forum: General Repair Forum 08-11-2014, 04:10 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,604
Posted By mommythrice
I thought the danger of carbon monoxide from the...

I thought the danger of carbon monoxide from the furnace was a bigger threat. Am I wrong? Don't you leave a window cracked when running the furnace, too?

I was looking at the Olympic Wave...
Forum: General Repair Forum 08-10-2014, 01:05 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,604
Posted By mommythrice
And since my wall furnace is broken, can I just...

And since my wall furnace is broken, can I just pull it out and use the space for storage?
Forum: General Repair Forum 08-10-2014, 12:41 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,604
Posted By mommythrice
Portable gas heaters

What's your favorite portable gas heater, and why?
And how do you use it? Cannister, gas line, indoors, outdoors?

I occasionally need heat for my 28' AS, and I want to be able to use it at higher...
Forum: General Repair Forum 08-09-2014, 07:06 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,394
Posted By mommythrice
I don't think a heat pump will cool well enough...

I don't think a heat pump will cool well enough for the hot Texas summers.

I am considering capping off the furnace. I would only use it on rare occasions - like camping in the mountains - and I...
Forum: General Repair Forum 08-08-2014, 09:09 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,394
Posted By mommythrice
The water heater is fine... it's the...

The water heater is fine... it's the furnace/heater that has a gas leak. The dealer thinks they can replace it and leave the old cover exposed, so it won't look any different.

Probably going to...
Forum: General Repair Forum 08-07-2014, 06:00 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,394
Posted By mommythrice
This is what I have now.

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Forum: General Repair Forum 08-07-2014, 05:55 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,394
Posted By mommythrice
AS in shop & need to make some decisions.

Took my 1966 Ambassador in to Crestview RV to find a gas leak. They found a gas leak in the heater's burn chamber and another one in the wall near the water heater. I do NOT want to replace the...
Forum: Doors & Locks 06-27-2014, 01:18 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 910
Posted By mommythrice
Replacement (keyed) deadbolt for '66 AS?

Is there a replacement deadbolt that will fit my '66 Ambassador? The "lock" on the doorknob isn't working and I doubt I can find a replacement for that. I would really like a deadbolt that is keyed...
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 05-26-2014, 03:27 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,039
Posted By mommythrice
The PO of my '66 Ambassador replaced the toilet....

The PO of my '66 Ambassador replaced the toilet. He rebuilt the box that the toilet sits on. I'll try to go take a pic of it when the rain stops. It's time to replace mine again and I'm wondering if...
Forum: General Repair Forum 05-19-2014, 08:27 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,563
Posted By mommythrice
Well, it doesn't actually click, but it does...

Well, it doesn't actually click, but it does sorta turn to the left. I don't know if it's worth taking apart. For now, I think I'll just leave it alone.

Have any of replaced the outside deadbolt...
Forum: General Repair Forum 05-18-2014, 09:31 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,563
Posted By mommythrice
How do I lock my door at night?

Definite newbie question...
How on earth do I lock my door from the inside at night?

The door locks on my '66 Ambassador look like THIS...
Forum: General Repair Forum 05-11-2014, 03:03 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 945
Posted By mommythrice
Oh thanks! I had been looking in "Airstream...

Oh thanks! I had been looking in "Airstream Window Parts".
Forum: General Repair Forum 05-11-2014, 02:39 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 945
Posted By mommythrice
I've looked at VTS several times. The only window...

I've looked at VTS several times. The only window gasket I see is for '69 and later; my windows do not have metal trim.
Forum: General Repair Forum 05-10-2014, 08:08 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 945
Posted By mommythrice
Proud new owner of a '66 Ambassador!

Finally brought her home and I'm still amazed that everything works! :D

I'm probably going to have a million questions, but for now...
1) What can I use to clean the bathroom sink & tub? Is it...
Forum: General Repair Forum 04-28-2014, 12:28 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,163
Posted By mommythrice
Thanks so much. I never would have thought of...

Thanks so much. I never would have thought of the awning covers! That's a sewing project even I can do.
Forum: General Repair Forum 04-28-2014, 10:41 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,163
Posted By mommythrice
Those look great! Are you just clipping them...

Those look great! Are you just clipping them onto the glass? Then take them down for the road?
Forum: General Repair Forum 04-28-2014, 10:01 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,163
Posted By mommythrice
How to keep from killing self on square window corners?

So, how do you keep from killing yourself by running into those square Airstream window corners when the windows are open?

Is there a proper name for that kind of flat window?

And any tricks to...
Forum: General Repair Forum 04-26-2014, 02:16 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 6,905
Posted By mommythrice
Lots of great advice. Now I just need to work...

Lots of great advice. Now I just need to work through it all.

One more question... what do you do to prevent theft?
Would a bicycle lock through the handle of the genny and around an axle or...
Forum: General Repair Forum 04-25-2014, 08:58 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 6,905
Posted By mommythrice
So, I need about 3000w to run a/c. Two options: ...

So, I need about 3000w to run a/c. Two options:
1) 3000w - Cheaper than 2x2000, and has remote start.
2) 2x2000 - Easy to carry, more efficient (turn one off), and I can take only one when a/c...
Forum: General Repair Forum 04-25-2014, 08:13 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 6,905
Posted By mommythrice
Is it as quiet as a Honda? I would love to save...

Is it as quiet as a Honda? I would love to save $, just don't want something that sounds like our old Onan.
Forum: General Repair Forum 04-25-2014, 07:50 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 6,905
Posted By mommythrice
Which generator for newbie?

Bringing home my '66 Airstream next week, so this is probably on the first of a gazillion questions I will have! We're finally ditching the big, ugly class C RV.:D

We love to boondock, so I know...
Forum: General Repair Forum 04-22-2014, 08:43 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,214
Posted By mommythrice
I have a 1977 Avion and am in the process of...

I have a 1977 Avion and am in the process of purchasing a 1966 Airstream. The Avions have nice interiors; I love the real wood. Airstreams are "cooler".

Whatever you do - look at the roof. At...
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