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VAL Digest Saturday, April 17 2004 Volume 01 : Number 220
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Topics in Today's Digest:
Re: [VAL] compounders vs. drills
Re: [VAL] Re: VAL emptying the black tank
[VAL] Replacement rubber strips for partition dividers in 60's airstream?
Re: [VAL] Replacement rubber strips for partition dividers in 60's airstream?
Re: [VAL] Replacement rubber strips for partition dividers in 60's airstream?
Re: [VAL] compounders vs. drills
Re: [VAL] Replacement rubber strips for partition dividers in 60's airstream?
[VAL] Re: VAL Digest V1 #219
RE: [VAL] Replacement rubber strips for partition dividers in 60's airstream?
[VAL] shower/tub redo
[VAL] Re: VAL Digest V1 #219
RE: [VAL] Replacement rubber strips for partition dividers in 60's airstream?
Re: [VAL] compounders vs. drills
Re: [VAL] Replacement rubber strips for partition dividers in 60's airstream?
Re: [VAL] compounders vs. drills
Re: [VAL] Replacement rubber strips for partition dividers in 60's airstream?
Re: [VAL] compounders vs. drills
Re: [VAL] Replacement rubber strips for partition dividers in 60's airstream?
[VAL] Re: VAL Digest V1 #219 - RVs parked in neighborhoods
[VAL] Re: shower resurfacing
[VAL] Re: VAL Digest V1 #219
RE: [VAL] Re: VAL Digest V1 #219
[VAL] Digital wind speed/direction gauge
Re: [VAL] Re: VAL Digest V1 #219
RE: [VAL] Re: VAL Digest V1 #219
Re: [VAL] Re: VAL Digest V1 #219
Re: [VAL] Re: VAL Digest V1 #219
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Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2004 02:03:45 -0400
From: Chris Elliott <celliott@xxxxxxxxxx.com>
Subject: Re: [VAL] compounders vs. drills
Ken ,
Funny how 4 or 5 years ago was the old days - this airstream list has been
around awhile now .
The makita compounder is 0 - 3000 or so rpm I use it at about 800 . It
locks the desired speed . I just use it to break the oxidation then switch to
a cyclo with flannel or sweatshirt over foam pads . I use nuvite f7 for both ,
sometimes c to compound but mostly just using that up , had it leftover . Then
s for final polish and cleanup . Looking really shabby now half done .
Good shining weather ahead , which is good because I found out my linoleum
wont be here for a month , its
"in production " Guess armstrong waits until they have orders , or real
linoleum is getting really popular .
Chris 63 flying cloud
"Kenneth E. Johansen" wrote:
> This is interesting, because back in the old days or airstream polishing,
> (4-5 years ago) we all used these componders. The standard was the DeWalt
> - forget the model number, but variable speed 1000-3000 rpm - non of us
> knew about the cylo. I still use mine with great result, although, I'm
> planning to buy a cyclo. Can't have too many tools
>
> Ken
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Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2004 02:07:56 -0400
From: Chris Elliott <celliott@xxxxxxxxxx.com>
Subject: Re: [VAL] Re: VAL emptying the black tank
Ruth ,
Thetford I believe make s a valve lubricant that you can pour in which wont
swell the rubber . stuff like wd 40 will wreck it .
Chris
Nick & Ruth Warren wrote:
> Chris,
> Thank-you. You describe exactly what my plumbing looks like! The tank
> holds alright, it's getting it to let go that is the problem. Thanks to a
> very brave husband who was prepared to lay under the trailer and wedge the
> cover open a few inches we now have an empty tank ( and a smelly husband!).
> We are thinking about trying to spray a lubricant from above an below to
> see if that dosen't free things up.
>
> Thanks for all your help list.
>
> Ruth Warren
> 61 Tradewind
> Sarasota, Florida
>
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Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2004 06:59:34 -0400
From: Eric Leigh <leigh.family@xxxxxxxxxx.net>
Subject: [VAL] Replacement rubber strips for partition dividers in 60's airstream?
Hello Forum,
I have a 1964 tradewind double that I am restoring. I have removed much of
the cabinetry and have had to clean much of the rubber molding that is used
by Airstream around the cabinets and partitions and the wall.
Unfortunately, the zolatone has been painted (poorly, at that) with a latex
paint that is all over the rubber. I will respray the Zolatone and restore
the cabinets, but can I find replacement rubber molding?
Any help would be appreciated. It is the putty colored molding.
Thanks,
Eric
1964 Tradewind Double
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Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2004 05:55:50 -0700
From: Brad Norgaard <stream2699@xxxxxxxxxx.net>
Subject: Re: [VAL] Replacement rubber strips for partition dividers in 60's airstream?
Eric,
I believe that Oasis RV in Tucson carries that moulding. I know for a fact
that its very hard to clean once a PO has painted over it. Its also quite
brittle and difficult to work with. I removed mine from the cabinetry and
soaked it in hot water to soften it up.
Brad Norgaard
Phoenix
'59 Trade Wind Twin
VAC #2699, TCT
on 4/16/04 3:59 AM, Eric Leigh at leigh.family@xxxxxxxxxx.net wrote:
> Hello Forum,
>
> I have a 1964 tradewind double that I am restoring. I have removed much of
> the cabinetry and have had to clean much of the rubber molding that is used
> by Airstream around the cabinets and partitions and the wall.
>
> Unfortunately, the zolatone has been painted (poorly, at that) with a latex
> paint that is all over the rubber. I will respray the Zolatone and restore
> the cabinets, but can I find replacement rubber molding?
>
> Any help would be appreciated. It is the putty colored molding.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Eric
> 1964 Tradewind Double
>
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Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2004 09:26:23 -0400
From: "Jim Greene" <drgreene@xxxxxxxxxx.net>
Subject: Re: [VAL] Replacement rubber strips for partition dividers in 60's airstream?
If nothing else can be found, Home Depot has white plastic weather stripping
material that will work.
Jim Greene
' 68 Tradewind
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From: "Brad Norgaard" <stream2699@xxxxxxxxxx.net>
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Sent: Friday, April 16, 2004 8:55 AM
Subject: Re: [VAL] Replacement rubber strips for partition dividers in 60's
airstream?
> Eric,
> I believe that Oasis RV in Tucson carries that moulding. I know for a fact
> that its very hard to clean once a PO has painted over it. Its also quite
> brittle and difficult to work with. I removed mine from the cabinetry and
> soaked it in hot water to soften it up.
>
> Brad Norgaard
> Phoenix
> '59 Trade Wind Twin
> VAC #2699, TCT
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Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2004 07:48:51 -0600
From: "Kenneth E. Johansen" <johansen@xxxxxxxxxx.net>
Subject: Re: [VAL] compounders vs. drills
Chris
Sounds like a great plan - 0-3000 is even better. Again in the "old days"
we all used Rollite, last year I did switch to Nuvite and like it better.
Actually in the "old old days" we all thought Airmark polish was the way to
go.
Anyway, yeah I'm going to get me a Cylo and do the sweatshirt method on my 58.
Ken Johansen
5358
1975 Tradewind
1958 Overlander
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Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2004 07:52:23 -0600
From: "Kenneth E. Johansen" <johansen@xxxxxxxxxx.net>
Subject: Re: [VAL] Replacement rubber strips for partition dividers in 60's airstream?
Eric, Brad
Its called Cove Molding p/n 201673 and they sell it by the foot. Comes in
white only - Oasis has it, but I believe its an Airstream product so any
A/S dealer should have it.
I can attest for Brads "hot water method" really turned out nice. I tried
to save mine, but it had too much paint on it. Besides, mine is white anyway.
Ken
At 05:55 AM 4/16/04 -0700, you wrote:
>Eric,
>I believe that Oasis RV in Tucson carries that moulding. I know for a fact
>that its very hard to clean once a PO has painted over it. Its also quite
>brittle and difficult to work with. I removed mine from the cabinetry and
>soaked it in hot water to soften it up.
>
>Brad Norgaard
>Phoenix
>'59 Trade Wind Twin
>VAC #2699, TCT
>
>on 4/16/04 3:59 AM, Eric Leigh at leigh.family@xxxxxxxxxx.net wrote:
>
>> Hello Forum,
>>
>> I have a 1964 tradewind double that I am restoring. I have removed much of
>> the cabinetry and have had to clean much of the rubber molding that is used
>> by Airstream around the cabinets and partitions and the wall.
>>
>> Unfortunately, the zolatone has been painted (poorly, at that) with a latex
>> paint that is all over the rubber. I will respray the Zolatone and restore
>> the cabinets, but can I find replacement rubber molding?
>>
>> Any help would be appreciated. It is the putty colored molding.
>>
>> Thanks,
>>
>> Eric
>> 1964 Tradewind Double
>>
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Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2004 09:58:37 EDT
From: MaryDotson@xxxxxxxxxx.com
Subject: [VAL] Re: VAL Digest V1 #219
Dear Gary,
We are in similar circumstances with our '61 Safari, though it sounds like
ours might be in even worse condition!
Isn't Lexxy's job awesome?!!! I'd printed and saved Lexxy's page, though I
have no skill using a paint sprayer. The guy in the local boat shop tried to
convince me that brushed on paint was almost as good as spray, but I fear brush
marks. However, I have done a little fiberglass work, which I found awkward
(you have to wear a full facial respirator, especially when sanding), but not
really difficult (mix up epoxy and bush out on fiber cloth). I am a little
concerned about filling in the places where chunks of the tub have fallen out.
There are fiberglass filler 'putties"--but the guy in the boat shop said these
can also loosen and fall out. In his opinion, it was better to do what Lexxy
did and build up layers of cloth and sand, sand, sand--tedious though that is.
At the Cherry Blossom Rally, we learned from other a/s owners that there are
epoxy-based repair compounds ("Tough as Tile" is one brand) which mix up,
brush on and essentially act as a new gel coat. These are self leveling and we
were really impressed with the results of two layers of the stuff. They fill in
cracks and come in white and off-white (and they can be tinted with pigment
as well).
So, I'm doing a hybrid of Lexxy's fiberglass repair, followed by wet sanding,
then two coats (wet sanded in between) of Tough as Tile. That's the
plan--but right now, it's just a little too cold to do fiberglass work (it should cure
at 60-80 degrees--nights are still too chilly). Anyways, am off Sunday for a
week in S. America (for work)--so hopefully, it will be nicer when I get back!
Let me know what you do and your results!
Mary
In a message dated 4/16/2004 2:02:17 AM Eastern Daylight Time,
valist-admin@xxxxxxxxxx.com writes:
Date: Thu, 15 Apr 2004 13:34:59 -0400
From: Gary <verygary@xxxxxxxxxx.rr.com>
Subject: [VAL] shower resufacing
Anyone have advice on reconditioning fiberglass shower stalls/tubs. My
off white 62' is more then just off white. This would have to be done in
place.
Thanks
Gary Campbell
Portland, Maine
62' Safari
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Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2004 10:02:16 -0400
From: "Peter Ryner" <pryner@xxxxxxxxxx.net>
Subject: RE: [VAL] Replacement rubber strips for partition dividers in 60's airstream?
I found some gray trim at Hancock Fabric, but it had a very short tail. It
was vinyl and a little difficult to work with. I also wanted some brown
trim to match the new wood I installed so I went to an auto upholstery shop
and had some made. I think they call it piping. It was inexpensive and can
be made in most any color and size. It was also more flexible and much
easier to work with.
Pete
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Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2004 10:15:54 -0400
From: Gary <verygary@xxxxxxxxxx.rr.com>
Subject: [VAL] shower/tub redo
Thanks Lexxy. I have a West Marine in town and will check out these
products. I'm thinking my 62' is just fiberglass and not abs, but then I
can not remember what abs is at the moment. I do not plan on removing
the tub so it would have to be done in place. One wall is flat sheet
formica type material that can be replaced. When that is new it will
make the tub look that much more in need of a makeover. If it could be
resurfaced by brush work that would be the best way to go.
Gary Campbell
Portland, ME
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Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2004 10:13:11 EDT
From: Inlandrv@xxxxxxxxxx.com
Subject: [VAL] Re: VAL Digest V1 #219
Tirediron.
Unless you wish to redesign the bath area in your 64, the only practical
replacement toilet is a Thetford 20920.
You will however, have to open up the hole in the bench, as this toilet must
drop down through that hole.
Additionally, the toilet will be above the top of the bench by an inch or so.
Many have tried other solutions, but no one has ever reported any answers,
other than what we do at our shop, as well as ship outs.
Andy
Inland RV Center, Inc.
www.inlandrv.com
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Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2004 08:53:02 -0600
From: "Kenneth E. Johansen" <johansen@xxxxxxxxxx.net>
Subject: RE: [VAL] Replacement rubber strips for partition dividers in 60's airstream?
Piping is round whereas the cove molding used in A/S is a "t" molding.
Ken
At 10:02 AM 4/16/04 -0400, you wrote:
>I found some gray trim at Hancock Fabric, but it had a very short tail. It
>was vinyl and a little difficult to work with. I also wanted some brown
>trim to match the new wood I installed so I went to an auto upholstery shop
>and had some made. I think they call it piping. It was inexpensive and can
>be made in most any color and size. It was also more flexible and much
>easier to work with.
>Pete
>
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Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2004 11:42:04 -0400
From: Chris Elliott <celliott@xxxxxxxxxx.com>
Subject: Re: [VAL] compounders vs. drills
Ken ,
Airmark polish may still be the way to go - I just dont have a compresser that
would turn the buffers . I miss having James Weston in the group here he had a
wealth of information and didnt mind sharing it .
You`ll be happy with the cyclo , just change the cloth often . Its kind of a
PIA , but gives you a break between areas .
Chris
"Kenneth E. Johansen" wrote:
> Chris
>
> Sounds like a great plan - 0-3000 is even better. Again in the "old days"
> we all used Rollite, last year I did switch to Nuvite and like it better.
> Actually in the "old old days" we all thought Airmark polish was the way to
> go.
>
> Anyway, yeah I'm going to get me a Cylo and do the sweatshirt method on my 58.
>
> Ken Johansen
> 5358
> 1975 Tradewind
> 1958 Overlander
>
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Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2004 10:38:34 -0500
From: "Dr. Gerald N. Johnson, electrical engineer" <geraldj@xxxxxxxxxx.net>
Subject: Re: [VAL] Replacement rubber strips for partition dividers in 60's airstream?
Look for rubber or vinyl edge trim. Such as McMaster-Carr 8507K44 or
8451A13. On pages 3283 and 3281 of their catalog 107. I don't know where
it the current catalog 109. http://www.mcmaster.com They also have
aluminum edge trim.
Gerald J.
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Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2004 10:47:54 -0600
From: "Kenneth E. Johansen" <johansen@xxxxxxxxxx.net>
Subject: Re: [VAL] compounders vs. drills
Thanks
I've still have some Airmark polish around here somewhere. Yeah Jim was
fun - passonate about polishing. Don't hear much about them anymore - I
know some folks have had less than a good experience with them
Ken
At 11:42 AM 4/16/04 -0400, you wrote:
>Ken ,
> Airmark polish may still be the way to go - I just dont have a
compresser that
>would turn the buffers . I miss having James Weston in the group here he
had a
>wealth of information and didnt mind sharing it .
> You`ll be happy with the cyclo , just change the cloth often . Its kind
of a
>PIA , but gives you a break between areas .
> Chris
>
>"Kenneth E. Johansen" wrote:
>
>> Chris
>>
>> Sounds like a great plan - 0-3000 is even better. Again in the "old days"
>> we all used Rollite, last year I did switch to Nuvite and like it better.
>> Actually in the "old old days" we all thought Airmark polish was the way to
>> go.
>>
>> Anyway, yeah I'm going to get me a Cylo and do the sweatshirt method on
my 58.
>>
>> Ken Johansen
>> 5358
>> 1975 Tradewind
>> 1958 Overlander
>>
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Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2004 11:02:18 -0600
From: "Kenneth E. Johansen" <johansen@xxxxxxxxxx.net>
Subject: Re: [VAL] Replacement rubber strips for partition dividers in 60's airstream?
Gerald
Don't think thats what were talking about - the molding around the cabinets
is more of a "t" molding - what McMaster has is "u" molding. I was
flipping through pages though and see they do have to old grooved aluminium
molding.
Ken
At 10:38 AM 4/16/04 -0500, you wrote:
>Look for rubber or vinyl edge trim. Such as McMaster-Carr 8507K44 or
>8451A13. On pages 3283 and 3281 of their catalog 107. I don't know where
>it the current catalog 109. http://www.mcmaster.com They also have
>aluminum edge trim.
>
>Gerald J.
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Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2004 11:12:53 -0700
From: Joann Wheatley <jwheatle@xxxxxxxxxx.edu>
Subject: Re: [VAL] compounders vs. drills
What is the Mikita model name and number again please? I have been
pleased with the reciprocating saw, cordless drill, and horizontal
grinder (Mikita) that I bought and used in the demolition and building
phase. They've all worked well. I did buy an el'cheapo polisher from
Wally (WMart?) the exploiter for about $30 that's not too bad -
twohanded and some other features but I think it's more for polishing a
painted car or something. It is low speed which is nice, but I'm
thinking the Mikita with the variable speeds sounds even better.
Jo Ann
On 16, Apr 2004, at 6:48 AM, Kenneth E. Johansen wrote:
> Chris
> Sounds like a great plan - 0-3000 is even better. Again in the "old
> days"
> we all used Rollite, last year I did switch to Nuvite and like it
> better.
> Actually in the "old old days" we all thought Airmark polish was the
> way to
> go.
>
> Anyway, yeah I'm going to get me a Cylo and do the sweatshirt method
> on my 58.
>
> Ken Johansen
> 5358
> 1975 Tradewind
> 1958 Overlander
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Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2004 12:41:16 -0600
From: "Stan Truitt" <stan.truitt@xxxxxxxxxx.com>
Subject: Re: [VAL] Replacement rubber strips for partition dividers in 60's airstream?
hello eric
i believe you are referring to a type of flexible cove molding. i found some
at an rv grave yard and had to purchase around a 100 ft of it ( minimum coil
amount) and paid dearly for it. i needed it for my 66 safari which the
original was what i also would call putty in color. the stuff i have is
white but works just like the original. i tried to dye it using standard
cloth dye and it did not work, however, after my installation i later found
out that there are vinyl dyes out there that would most likely work. if you
have an interest, contact me off line and i could send you a sample and talk
turkey.
thanks
harry
66 safari
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From: "Eric Leigh" <leigh.family@xxxxxxxxxx.net>
To: <valist@xxxxxxxxxx.com>
Sent: Friday, April 16, 2004 4:59 AM
Subject: [VAL] Replacement rubber strips for partition dividers in 60's
airstream?
> Hello Forum,
>
> I have a 1964 tradewind double that I am restoring. I have removed much
of
> the cabinetry and have had to clean much of the rubber molding that is
used
> by Airstream around the cabinets and partitions and the wall.
>
> Unfortunately, the zolatone has been painted (poorly, at that) with a
latex
> paint that is all over the rubber. I will respray the Zolatone and
restore
> the cabinets, but can I find replacement rubber molding?
>
> Any help would be appreciated. It is the putty colored molding.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Eric
> 1964 Tradewind Double
>
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Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2004 14:56:56 -0500
From: waymark1@xxxxxxxxxx.com
Subject: [VAL] Re: VAL Digest V1 #219 - RVs parked in neighborhoods
I for one do not wish to fight with my neighbors.
Urban and suburban neighborhoods are especially vulnerable to being
degraded by cluttering. Now I think my aluminum and golden bronze trailer
a thing of beauty. My neighbors may not.
There's a lot of difference between a well-kept 16' or 19' Bambi and a
crappy looking mildewed huge rusty-wheeled conventional RV with weeds
growing up around it. I see many more of the latter than the former. But
no matter how sharp an RV is it is stretching tolerance to park a 40' 5th
wheel or a 45' motor palace in the driveway in front of the house in a
minimum lot size subdivision.
Unfortunately garages that will hold the larger RVs are themselves
outsize for many neighborhoods. Two-car garages with giant single doors
facing the street are already unsightly enough.
Some neighborhoods don't even allow parking cars out of doors overnight.
If one pushes his neighbors they can usually find some way to get back at
him.
I am fortunate that I have a large enough back yard surrounded by trees,
from which my trailer does not show very much.
Al
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Thu, 15 Apr 2004 09:31:32 -0400
> From: Neal Warren <uncleneal@xxxxxxxxxx.net>
> Subject: Re: [VAL] Re: VAL Digest V1 #212 - Anti-RV codes
>
> My father once lived in a condo in Naples, Fl. that did not even allow
pickup trucks in the driveway. That would eliminate over half the
private vehicles on the road now.
> Neal
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Thu, 15 Apr 2004 20:22:01 -0400
> From: "Tricia & Conrad Holsomback" <triconholsomback@xxxxxxxxxx.net>
> Subject: RE: [VAL] Re: VAL Digest V1 #212 - Anti-RV codes
>
> We don't know who sent the message Neal replied to, but the only way we
can protect ourselves as RV'ers is to fight back. The Good Sam club has
been a help to many people whose neighbors try to keep them from parking
their RV's in their drives or back yards.
>
> Tricia & Conrad
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Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2004 08:06:32 -0500
From: Chris Koehn <timberguides@xxxxxxxxxx.com>
Subject: [VAL] Re: shower resurfacing
Gary- look in to epoxy paint. Good stuff and designed for that purpose.
Chris
'79 @ 31'
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Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2004 19:29:09 -0500
From: "Neil Haase" <pegasus@xxxxxxxxxx.com>
Subject: [VAL] Re: VAL Digest V1 #219
Today I went to my 1971 Soverign 31 and attempted to hook up the sewer
connection that I had recently purchased at Walmart. Much to my chagrin it
would not fit the sewer drain connection. The new connector is too small by
approx 1/4 to 3/8 inch. What is the story here, is the airstream connection
different than all other RV and campers? Please help me figure out how to
make this work.
Neil Haase
31 Sovreign 1974 in South Dakota
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Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2004 21:52:53 -0400
From: "Robert Cornute" <ccornut1@xxxxxxxxxx.rr.com>
Subject: RE: [VAL] Re: VAL Digest V1 #219
You need to get a specific connector; it's not specific to Airstream but
it's different then the run of the mill connector it's a 3" connector.
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Sent: Friday, April 16, 2004 8:29 PM
To: valist@xxxxxxxxxx.com
Subject: [VAL] Re: VAL Digest V1 #219
Today I went to my 1971 Soverign 31 and attempted to hook up the sewer
connection that I had recently purchased at Walmart. Much to my chagrin
it
would not fit the sewer drain connection. The new connector is too
small by
approx 1/4 to 3/8 inch. What is the story here, is the airstream
connection
different than all other RV and campers? Please help me figure out how
to
make this work.
Neil Haase
31 Sovreign 1974 in South Dakota
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Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2004 19:04:49 -0700
From: Glyn Judson <glynjudson@xxxxxxxxxx.net>
Subject: [VAL] Digital wind speed/direction gauge
All,
This has absolutely nothing to do with Airstreams but I couldn't resist
sharing as it's soooo cool for a very fair price.
I just came back from Radio Shack and have a very cool Digital Wind
Gauge in my grubby little mitt. It was $14.99 and is either on sale or
being blown out, I couldn't get a clear answer from the store guy. Anyhow,
it's way cool!
Standing in front of the store in a bit of a breeze, I got it to read 9
mph. I hung it out the window on the way home and in the six blocks it
took, I was able to get it to 26 mph.
It's their part #63-1119, a metallic green plastic device that's roughly
5" X 1 1/2" square. It runs on 4 AAA batteries, for how long I don't know
yet and indicates wind speed and direction. It just shuts off automatically
and even had a neat red LED flashlight and back lit screen.
Here's a direct link to it:
http://www.radioshack.com/product.asp?catalog%5Fname=CTLG&product%5Fid=63-11
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Hint: To keep any clear plastic display like the one here or say, on a
cell phone from scratching, lay a single thickness of clear packing tape
over the display. Cut it out around the edges with a #11 X-acto knife and
it'll never scratch. When laying it on, bow the tape up at the ends and
place it on the display in the center, slowly working both ends out while
pressing the bubbles out with a free finger or a friends finger. Any
bubbles not gotten will disappear like magic within 24 hours.
Way cool,
Glyn Judson
1969 Caravel, #508
Santa Monica CA
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Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2004 19:14:57 -0700
From: "Roger Hightower" <rwhigh@xxxxxxxxxx.net>
Subject: Re: [VAL] Re: VAL Digest V1 #219
Neil,
You need to look for a Thetford connector. The one you bought was most
likely a Valterra, which is smaller.
Camping World would be your best bet.
Roger
Roger Hightower, WBCCI #4165, VAC
1975 31' Sovereign
2002 Ford F-250 PSD
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Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2004 21:05:55 -0500
From: Kevin D Allen <overlander64@xxxxxxxxxx.net>
Subject: RE: [VAL] Re: VAL Digest V1 #219
Greetings Neil!
The part is not unique to Airstreams, but it is not as common as the
Valterra that is used by much of the Industry. What you want is a
Thetford connector. If your WalMart is like the one near me, you won't
find Thetford connectors there, but most any RV dealership with a good
parts department should either have the Thetford connectors or be able
to order one for you. I know that they are available several places on
the web - - Inland RV or Ace Fogdall RV to name two possibilities.
Good luck with your Coach!
Kevin
Kevin D. Allen
1964 Overlander International/1999 GMC K2500 Suburban (7400 VORTEC/4.10
Differentials)
1978 Argosy Minuet
1975 Cadillac Convertible (8.2 Liter V8/2.70 Final Drive)
WBCCI/VAC/Free Wheelers #6359
- -----Original Message-----
From: valist-admin@xxxxxxxxxx.com
[mailto:valist-admin@xxxxxxxxxx.com] On Behalf Of Neil Haase
Sent: Friday, April 16, 2004 6:29 PM
To: valist@xxxxxxxxxx.com
Subject: [VAL] Re: VAL Digest V1 #219
Today I went to my 1971 Soverign 31 and attempted to hook up the sewer
connection that I had recently purchased at Walmart. Much to my chagrin
it
would not fit the sewer drain connection. The new connector is too
small by
approx 1/4 to 3/8 inch. What is the story here, is the airstream
connection
different than all other RV and campers? Please help me figure out how
to
make this work.
Neil Haase
31 Sovreign 1974 in South Dakota
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Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2004 22:52:06 -0400
From: "Tom" <tmeeker@xxxxxxxxxx.rr.com>
Subject: Re: [VAL] Re: VAL Digest V1 #219
What you need is the Thetford part I do believe.
Tom
| You need to get a specific connector; it's not specific to Airstream but
| it's different then the run of the mill connector it's a 3" connector.
|
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| [mailto:valist-admin@xxxxxxxxxx.com] On Behalf Of Neil Haase
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| To: valist@xxxxxxxxxx.com
| Subject: [VAL] Re: VAL Digest V1 #219
|
| Today I went to my 1971 Soverign 31 and attempted to hook up the sewer
| connection that I had recently purchased at Walmart. Much to my chagrin
| it
| would not fit the sewer drain connection. The new connector is too
| small by
| approx 1/4 to 3/8 inch. What is the story here, is the airstream
| connection
| different than all other RV and campers? Please help me figure out how
| to
| make this work.
| Neil Haase
| 31 Sovreign 1974 in South Dakota
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Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2004 23:09:27 -0400
From: "Tom" <tmeeker@xxxxxxxxxx.rr.com>
Subject: Re: [VAL] Re: VAL Digest V1 #219
Different? Yes. You need a connector made by Thetford.
Tom
WBCCI 5303
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From: "Neil Haase" <pegasus@xxxxxxxxxx.com>
To: <valist@xxxxxxxxxx.com>
Sent: Friday, April 16, 2004 8:29 PM
Subject: [VAL] Re: VAL Digest V1 #219
| Today I went to my 1971 Soverign 31 and attempted to hook up the sewer
| connection that I had recently purchased at Walmart. Much to my chagrin it
| would not fit the sewer drain connection. The new connector is too small
by
| approx 1/4 to 3/8 inch. What is the story here, is the airstream
connection
| different than all other RV and campers? Please help me figure out how to
| make this work.
| Neil Haase
| 31 Sovreign 1974 in South Dakota
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