Thanks Joy, you know, I have a service manual for a '66 and also that Airstream
book, but despite regular forays I haven't been able to find all that stuff for
at least the last six months; I "organized" my filing & haven't seen it since,
although I'm sure it will turn up. I did look at Jrnymn's web site from the
link on RJ's page and saw what a naked frame looks like, but the close-up photo
also helped, as does the mechanical & structural insight of people with more
experience than me. Good to know those specific pieces can be purchased,
though, I tend to forget they're still around.
--Sarah
"Mr. Joy H. Hansen" wrote:
> Hi Sarah,
>
> I realize that A/S construction might have changed over the years; however,
> my '69 Safari is nearly identical to the illustrations in the '72 Service
> manual. The first few pages show exploded chassis views of both the single
> and tandem axle. I highly recommend purchase of a service manual from
> Secretarial Services. I've found it invaluable for determining how to
> approach restoration of my Safari.
>
> The outrigger is most likely available from A/S as I doubt that the part has
> changed much over the years. I see some specified for curb, roadside,
> "solid right hand notched outrigger", "standard outrigger roadside", etc.
> The members that extend from frame rail to frame rail are called "cross
> members" in the service manual. I prefer to call them "cross frame
> members".
>
> The strength of the differing shapes of the outriggers might have a direct
> bearing on the load bearing function of the outrigger. Most are stampings
> with large open areas intended to lighten the load! :)
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