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Forum: 1947-1949 Liner 09-13-2018, 01:19 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,308
Posted By MYater
Found it. Thank you! ...

Found it. Thank you!

https://stores.restorationspecialties.com/706a-ws-sold-by-the-foot/
Forum: 1947-1949 Liner 09-04-2018, 07:51 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,308
Posted By MYater
In case you missed it this was in the 1947-1949...

In case you missed it this was in the 1947-1949 Liner forum. But you might look here (https://www.airforums.com/forums/f454/new-window-glazing-strip-shrinking-20987.html) for something that might...
Forum: 1947-1949 Liner 09-03-2018, 11:36 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,308
Posted By MYater
Window Grommet/Gasket around the front oval

So I am looking at putting the new Lexan windows back into my '48 and have come up with a problem. After looking on the Vintage Trailer Supply page for window gaskets...
Forum: 1948 - 1954 Globetrotter 09-03-2018, 10:21 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 9,806
Posted By MYater
Flat Bed Trailering a Liner

Jay,
As another Liner owner, don't know which model mine is due to all the variance, you can trailer the 22 foot liners on a flat bed. I picked up mine from my parents a couple years back and put...
Forum: 1947-1949 Liner 09-24-2014, 02:45 AM
Replies: 203
Views: 34,263
Posted By MYater
Since my '48 has much less damage, I don't have...

Since my '48 has much less damage, I don't have the same amount of work. But I sure do appreciate your documentation.
Forum: Upholstery, Blinds, Walls & Interior Finishes 09-19-2014, 10:52 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,121
Posted By MYater
As for the solid bucked rivets, the really early...

As for the solid bucked rivets, the really early trailers bucked the half domes in. I think they got away from that around 50- 51 when they stopped screwing the rest of the internal skins into the...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 09-17-2014, 02:29 AM
Replies: 149
Views: 14,401
Posted By MYater
I think your both correct. The "greaseless"...

I think your both correct. The "greaseless" components they use an vehicles these days causes more than a little aggravation. Because of that, 100K sounds about right when I had to pull both hubs and...
Forum: Upholstery, Blinds, Walls & Interior Finishes 09-14-2014, 07:02 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,121
Posted By MYater
'48 aluminum half dome install

OK I'm at a loss. After gutting my '48, doing repairs and then running new wiring and insulation, I'm trying to get the 13 panel interior half domes back in place.

Originally I assumed to much...
Forum: 1947-1949 Liner 09-11-2014, 12:42 PM
Replies: 203
Views: 34,263
Posted By MYater
I'm jealous of your ownership of the beat roller!...

I'm jealous of your ownership of the beat roller! Not a tool I have in my repertoir, and I can't think of anybody who has one. :(
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 09-11-2014, 12:29 PM
Replies: 137
Views: 30,164
Posted By MYater
I'm thinking how funny it would be to have a...

I'm thinking how funny it would be to have a speaker attached somewhere so you can chirp the trailer and make the lights flash as though it were locked.



I really do like the approach using...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 09-03-2014, 10:23 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,801
Posted By MYater
I haven't seen any kind of difference with my '04...

I haven't seen any kind of difference with my '04 Cummins Ram based on similar towing and weather conditions when using the fuel from the same location.

When I change anything I do get...
Forum: 1947-1949 Liner 09-02-2014, 01:11 AM
Replies: 203
Views: 34,263
Posted By MYater
Sub, that rain gutter looks wonderful! I really...

Sub, that rain gutter looks wonderful! I really would appreciate it if you would give a small rundown on how you ended up making it. That is the only raingutter that is hammered on mine, probably...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 08-23-2014, 11:31 PM
Replies: 137
Views: 30,164
Posted By MYater
Yes there is an industry standard for four, six,...

Yes there is an industry standard for four, six, and seven pin RV plugs. You never know what somebody else has done with their trailer and vehicle however!
Forum: Stella's Kitchen 08-21-2014, 01:26 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,050
Posted By MYater
Good ideas, we use an old stretched out hair...

Good ideas, we use an old stretched out hair band. The kind that is a big loop that some women wear around their forehead around to the lower part of their skull.

We just loop it around the...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 08-10-2014, 08:19 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 6,269
Posted By MYater
I've seen damage on two separate links like this...

I've seen damage on two separate links like this before, and it is rare up near the hooks or at the attach points. I've had owners come in with this kind of damage and have admitted to twisting the...
Forum: 1947-1949 Liner 08-09-2014, 09:55 AM
Replies: 203
Views: 34,263
Posted By MYater
Glad to see you made it back. I've be comparing...

Glad to see you made it back. I've be comparing projects and was wondering if you had lost interest. As for me I think I'll be working on insulation again today.
Forum: Our Community 08-05-2014, 01:54 AM
Replies: 7,910
Views: 1,577,548
Posted By MYater
Stopped at my favorite gas today and see this one...

Stopped at my favorite gas today and see this one on the way out.
Forum: 1949 Whirlwind 08-05-2014, 01:48 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 5,136
Posted By MYater
Whirlwind Layout

Whirlwind floor layout.
Forum: 1947-1949 Liner 08-05-2014, 01:45 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,417
Posted By MYater
Westwind and Trailwind models

Westwind and Trailwind models
Forum: 1974 - 1977 Overlander 08-01-2014, 08:19 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,484
Posted By MYater
Everybody has their own take on this, and I'll...

Everybody has their own take on this, and I'll give you the other question that goes yours.

"Where are you going to be at? RV park, dry camping spots, or dispersed boondocking?

If you are in...
Forum: Our Community 08-01-2014, 04:55 PM
Replies: 7,910
Views: 1,577,548
Posted By MYater
Saw this International just off I15 in Bountiful...

Saw this International just off I15 in Bountiful Utah today. It was parked in the KMart parking lot about 215PM today.
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 08-01-2014, 03:57 PM
Replies: 137
Views: 30,164
Posted By MYater
It depends where you are at; Secluded...

It depends where you are at;

Secluded Boondocking: whenever you want! Fire usually gets put out around 0100
Surrounded Boondocking: as defined by the kinds of neighbors you have
Secluded...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 08-01-2014, 09:00 AM
Replies: 137
Views: 30,164
Posted By MYater
We all learn things all the time, I know I do. ...

We all learn things all the time, I know I do. Sometimes we just get new information that overrides what we were positive about. If we all knew everything we wouldn't have a use for a forum...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 07-30-2014, 02:11 AM
Replies: 137
Views: 30,164
Posted By MYater
Well I'm not sure you quite understand our not, ...

Well I'm not sure you quite understand our not, but try going to NASA's skywatch website at:

NASA - Spot The Station (https://spotthestation.nasa.gov/sightings/)

Put in your country, state,...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 07-30-2014, 01:49 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 6,045
Posted By MYater
I'd say that is the long and short of it. (pun...

I'd say that is the long and short of it. (pun intended) I park a little further out with my Ram 2500, with a 22' overall length I have to change my driving habits in it versus the commuter metro. ...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 07-28-2014, 01:28 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 8,546
Posted By MYater
I think the better question in regards to safety...

I think the better question in regards to safety of the TV operator as well as all those around them on the road is, "How many people have taken their setup down to the scales and messed around to...
Forum: Wheels, Hubs & Bearings 07-28-2014, 01:07 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,628
Posted By MYater
I'm in agreement with Perry. Popping the cap off...

I'm in agreement with Perry. Popping the cap off once a year to see the general status of the axle nut and how much grease is a great indicator. If it is dry or has surface corrosion on a any of...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 07-28-2014, 12:21 PM
Replies: 137
Views: 30,164
Posted By MYater
What I'm talking about is the alert that comes up...

What I'm talking about is the alert that comes up on my phone that says at 0045 the ISS will be coming overhead and will be seen by the naked eye beginning in the north west or south west and...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 07-28-2014, 02:22 AM
Replies: 137
Views: 30,164
Posted By MYater
What?!?!?!? I see it all the time with my naked...

What?!?!?!? I see it all the time with my naked eye all night long when the overfly lines up with my area. 2100-0600. Or was your post missing some data?
Forum: Off Topic Forum 07-28-2014, 02:07 AM
Replies: 778
Views: 136,312
Posted By MYater
I may not be an ultra kayak guru, but I picked up...

I may not be an ultra kayak guru, but I picked up three sit on top (SOT) kayaks this spring after renting and borrowing last year several times. They clearly would not work well on white water trips...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 07-26-2014, 11:53 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 6,045
Posted By MYater
Lucky you, mine learned by watching her mother...

Lucky you, mine learned by watching her mother stands around with her hands on her hips until you almost hit something that you saw 30 seconds before and have already compensated for.

But I work...
Forum: Boondocking 07-26-2014, 11:44 AM
Replies: 136
Views: 15,421
Posted By MYater
I love reinterpreting rules for my benifit! :D

I love reinterpreting rules for my benifit! :D
Forum: Tow Vehicles 07-25-2014, 02:46 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 6,045
Posted By MYater
My TV on a pick up job. ...

My TV on a pick up job.

https://www.airforums.com/forums/images/dto_garage/users/87327/5037.jpg
Forum: Tow Vehicles 07-25-2014, 02:36 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 6,045
Posted By MYater
If you are planning on a winch mounted on a...

If you are planning on a winch mounted on a reciever mount, they have clear potential. They are getting lighter all the time, and you can use it in the front and the back which is clearly a plus, but...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 07-25-2014, 02:04 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 6,045
Posted By MYater
I never said it would stop sway or the prevention...

I never said it would stop sway or the prevention of an accident, I said, "it allows for less sway" and I'll stand behind that statement all day long.

Simple physics tells us that if the rear...
Forum: Boondocking 07-25-2014, 01:37 AM
Replies: 136
Views: 15,421
Posted By MYater
I was camped in a Washington state park a couple...

I was camped in a Washington state park a couple years ago for a night while in route. I ended up taking a spot which was further in the back than some of the others. We ended up using our 2000i...
Forum: On The Road... 07-24-2014, 12:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,429
Posted By MYater
In March this year I went out to California along...

In March this year I went out to California along I-80 to pick up the '48 I've been trying to get for the last decade. Donner pass was snowed over and I was forced to chain up my empty flatbed that I...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 07-24-2014, 11:22 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 6,045
Posted By MYater
I built my front hitch for my Dodge and have...

I built my front hitch for my Dodge and have pushed a couple trailers using it with good success. They are nice and if you really think you will use it and the money is there, go ahead.

However, ...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 07-24-2014, 11:08 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 6,045
Posted By MYater
I think the biggest plus of the extra length...

I think the biggest plus of the extra length allows for less sway of the tow vehicle and prevents loss of control and then the really bad things......
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 07-24-2014, 02:48 AM
Replies: 110
Views: 7,761
Posted By MYater
Huge question that hasn't been answered, "What...

Huge question that hasn't been answered, "What year is this used Airstream?"

This is why it matters. The vintage Airstreams had so very little tongue weight that a weight distributing hitch will...
Forum: Vintage Kin 07-24-2014, 02:23 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,288
Posted By MYater
You have correctly identified the VIN number and...

You have correctly identified the VIN number and that it was manufactured in the Los Angeles factory.

The 1953 Flying Cloud 21' started production with number 7350 and ended with number 7399.
...
Forum: Awnings 07-06-2014, 10:11 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,407
Posted By MYater
Not the same loops I have on mine. Mine are...

Not the same loops I have on mine. Mine are immediately over each end in the awning track, and are a D ring attached on the forward and rear bulkheads.

Shelves look good though.
Forum: Awnings 07-06-2014, 11:35 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,407
Posted By MYater
I've always assumed that they were to clip the...

I've always assumed that they were to clip the awning bag to the trailer to prevent movement while going down the road and/or to take some of the strain off the cloth in the wind by having some eyes...
Forum: Axles 06-29-2014, 10:38 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 15,869
Posted By MYater
The are multiple answers to your question, so...

The are multiple answers to your question, so I'll try to go answer them individually.

If the trailer was not used much and has relatively few miles on the road, axle wear will be minimum and...
Forum: Upholstery, Blinds, Walls & Interior Finishes 06-29-2014, 01:41 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,092
Posted By MYater
Working on my '48 interior, I am thinking of...

Working on my '48 interior, I am thinking of keeping the slot headed screws. Pulled them all out and ran them through my brass tumbler with blast media, then ran them through with walnut shell. All...
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 06-23-2014, 12:21 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,625
Posted By MYater
Check the nozzle on the faucet first! You can...

Check the nozzle on the faucet first! You can get a quality head for much less than a whole faucet. Allot of times that is the simplest and cheapest fix.

That said, the faucet in my kitchen at...
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 06-22-2014, 11:02 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,831
Posted By MYater
That would be the power. Red circle with a line....

That would be the power. Red circle with a line.

What you didn't want to push was the button that looked like a woman's head. If you were sitting out of position, water shot out from between...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 06-22-2014, 10:56 AM
Replies: 598
Views: 83,044
Posted By MYater
I can understand the height issue. You've got me...

I can understand the height issue. You've got me by an inch, but sometimes the inch is a mile!

I got my zeros at Target about 8 years ago, and my heels on my boots are able to just barely catch...
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 06-22-2014, 12:33 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,831
Posted By MYater
So I was in South Korea a couple years ago. The...

So I was in South Korea a couple years ago. The hotel had a fancy toilet seat, and after a couple days I braved using it. Heated seat(three levels) for cold mornings, water spraying bedae <sp> with...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 06-22-2014, 12:14 AM
Replies: 598
Views: 83,044
Posted By MYater
I still think a good zero gravity chair is worth...

I still think a good zero gravity chair is worth the little bit of space while traveling. Napping is great when available, reading works well, sitting up is easy. The only complaint is if you have a...
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