[VAC] Winter Frig

2001-01-08 Thread Snowabode
  The Dometic Frig in my '74 International won't operate below 20 degrees F. The gas won't stay on after I release the pilot light knob. The electric function doesn't work at those temperatures either. It works fine above 20 degrees, though. The '73 Overlander that I had last year worked great at these low temperatures. Any suggestions?

Charles L.
1974 27' Overlander International
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[VAC] Re: To all listees - a request (and response)

2001-01-18 Thread Snowabode
Good idea, Tuna. It's chilly here but comfy in my Airstream!

Charles
1974 27' Overlander International
Central Ohio
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[VAC] Re: what brand of tire is good? Room for Radials

2001-03-02 Thread Snowabode
What is "enough room for radials" in terms of inches, in the wheel wells? I 
need new tires, too.

Charles L.
Central Ohio
1974 27' Overlander International
WBCCI 3048 VAC
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[VAC] Re: Genuine Ralph Lauren Airstreams (call out encryptions)

2001-03-16 Thread Snowabode
I enjoyed knowing about the web site. I do not understand the objection. 
What is a call out encryption?

Charles L.
Central Ohio
1974 27' Overlander International
WBCCI 3048 VAC
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[VAC] New Tire Advice/Chocks

2001-03-17 Thread Snowabode
Partly based upon much of the discussion on this list, I purchased 5 new 
Goodyear Marathon ST225 R75 15 D tires to replace bias ply tires. I had an 
unexpected event as a result. My wheel chocks no longer wedge between the 
wheels. I use the kind that have a lever action pulling two chocks towards 
each other to lock the wheels. These new tires allow a space between them 
greater that the chocks can fill, even though adjusted to the tightest fit.
 Crimony if it's not one thing, it's another.


Charles L
1974 27' Overlander International
WBCCI #3048, VAC
Central Ohio
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[VAC] Toilet Disassembly

2001-03-22 Thread Snowabode
I've taken it apart exactly as described by the other members. I didn't have 
the proper tools and remember that that flange bolt in the back was very 
difficult to get to. I was surprised that the parts were readily available 
through Thetford and I used their website 
http://www.thetford.com/thetford_home.cfm to order the exact parts I needed. 
Also, the Thetford people were very helpful insuring I ordered the correct 
parts.

Charles L.
Central Ohio
1974 27' Overlander International
WBCCI 3048 VAC
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[VAC] Re: Sealant

2001-05-01 Thread Snowabode
I got Vulkem (and a bunch of other hard to find Airstream stuff) from 
www.airstreamdreams.com. They're good people.

Charles L.
Central Ohio
1974 27' Overlander International
WBCCI 3048 VAC
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[VAC] Re: Pull Rite Hitches

2001-05-18 Thread Snowabode
I agree with Jerry Thompson on all but one point, the Hensley. I have towed 
two (a 21' and a 27') Airstreams with three different hitches. The Reese 
double cam, the Pull Right and the Hensley. Much of my time towing is in 
winter weather. The Hensley was entirely different from the Pull Right and 
solved all my problems, once I got past paying for it.

Charles L.
Central Ohio
1974 27' Overlander International
WBCCI 3048 VAC
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[VAC] Re: Air Conditioner Cleaning?

2001-05-21 Thread Snowabode
I'm curious too, Dan. I have the same air conditioner and will be reading 
this string to find out more.

Charles L.
Central Ohio
1974 27' Overlander International
WBCCI 3048 VAC
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[VAC] Re: Clearcoat VS Polish...Discuss

2001-06-12 Thread Snowabode
Perhaps rubbing of the patina of an old Tiffany lamp is the wrong analogy. 
Recently, the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel was restored to recapture it's 
original color scheme and texture. A neighbor of mine stripped and repainted 
his 60's Mustang, it looks great. The same goes for a polished Airstream.

Charles L.
Central Ohio
1974 27' Overlander International
WBCCI 3048 VAC
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[VAC] Re: Pergo vs Wilsonart and Formica

2001-06-12 Thread Snowabode
I've laid Pergo, Wilsonart and Formica flooring in my home. I noticed the 
substrate quality issues that Oliver mentioned. Wilsonart and Formica have a 
waterproof guarantee that Pergo does not. However, if put side by side, the 
color and quality of Pergo is a clear winner in my opinion. It's also easier 
to clean.

Charles L.
Central Ohio
1974 27' Overlander International
WBCCI 3048 VAC
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[VAC] Re: Boosting Horsepower

2001-06-29 Thread Snowabode
I immediately noticed the difference after installing a KN filter on my 1999 
Suburban. It's especially noticeable going up steep grades. The engine 
seems to open up easier.

Charles L.
Central Ohio
1974 27' Overlander International
WBCCI 3048 VAC
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