VACList DigestVACList-Digest Sunday, May 12, 2002 Issue 301
Today's Topics:
1. ('64 GT) plumbing retro
2. Re: flooring
3. Re: NIVOLT WAS: Newby from Coosa Part II
4. Re: Asbestos flooring Project!
5. Re: PJM-> tongue set-up
6. 1959-1960 Window Seals
7. What have I done now
8. Asbestos floor tile
9. Asbestos floor tile
10. Re: What have I done now? ('64 GT)
11. Re: What have I done now? ('64 GT)
12. Re: Asbestos floor tile
13. Foam
14. Re: Foam
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Message Number: 1
Date: Sat, 11 May 2002 18:16:35 -0600
From: Jere Potter <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Subject: ('64 GT) plumbing retro
on 5/11/02 3:49 PM, Jim Dunmyer at [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
> Jere,
> If I was plumbing a trailer from scratch, I'd strongly consider using
> that central manifold system that someone pointed out a couple of months
> ago. Sorry, I don't have the URL anymore, but perhaps someone else does.
>
> It's a neat system!
>
I actually thought about that as I stepped into my local plumbing shop, a
place I treasure, due to their real knowledge. But having mapped out my
system ahead, It is going to be small and, I hope, simple. I decided to
construct a basic manifold and supply line of cpvc, then take off of that
with pex, where flexibility is needed. The Qest fittings are compatable, and
can screw directly onto a cpvc threaded coupler, minimizing the number of
them I will have to buy. Jere
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Message Number: 2
Date: Sat, 11 May 2002 19:18:29 -0700
From: "My Airstream" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Subject: Re: flooring
It sounds like your deal until you installed the laminate. What I'm seeing
is some pretty good looking wood. It looks like oak plywood. I can imagine
that, if it was well sanded and sealed, marine varnish could be applied. I
thought it was Tuna talking. If nobody responds than I will assume it has
not been done. Would it be possible?
Bob Kiger http://cruiserbob.com
66 Airstream Safari - Mira Mar Mobile Park
Oceanside, CA (where Rio San Luis Rey meets El Pacifico)
----- Original Message -----
From: "James Greene" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Subject: [VAC] Re: flooring
> It might have been me, Bob. I took up all the tile in my ' 68 Tradewind
and
> rented a big heavy duty floor sander to get up all the adhesive that was
on
> the floor and then put down penetrating epoxy to seal the floor and
prevent
> future water damage. I installed a laminate flooring on top of that and
have
> been very happy with it.
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Message Number: 3
Date: Sun, 12 May 2002 06:44:09 -0400
From: "Noah" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Subject: Re: NIVOLT WAS: Newby from Coosa Part II
Thank you Ron for your reply regarding the Univolt removal. My 29'
International ('74) has the Univolt behind the tub (rear bath). There is no
"pull down door." Are you refering to the battery compartment door?
Noah
Hopewell Junction, NY
----- Original Message -----
From: "Ron Ainsworth" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: "Multiple recipients of VACList" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Sent: Saturday, May 11, 2002 11:52 AM
Subject: [VAC] Newby from Coosa Part II
>
> Step 1.) Remove the closet floor.
> Step 2.) Right in front of the pull down door to the monster is 2 wood
> screws holding down a piece of plywood that said monster is bolted to.
> Step 3.) Remove the 2 wood screws, they could be hard to see, like mine
> were, but they are there.
> Step 4.) Remove all the wires that are connected to the fuse panel.
> Step 5.) Now sweet revenge.... pull monster from it's darkened lair,
> plywood, bolts and all.
> Step 6.) Slay the monster in any fashion you deam to be satisfactory to
your
> frustrations.
> Step 7.) Very carefully put the explosives in a safe place.
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Message Number: 4
Date: Sun, 12 May 2002 07:56:05 -0400
From: Chris Elliott <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Subject: Re: Asbestos flooring Project!
Bob ,
Glad the tile removal went well . If the screws that hold the couches wont
budge , try an impact screwdriver , which you strike with a hammer . About 1 "
x 6" with a slotted blade . I just use them first , -- before I strip out the
slot with a regular screwdriver !
Chris
Shari wrote :
> you may want to take it out all the way
> to the walls.
>
> The gauchos come out pretty easy, just a bunch of screws...maybe 30 or so.
> Depending on the location of your water tank, some of the screws may be
> tricky to get to without an extension on your screwdriver. I found I didn't
> have the hand strength for a couple of them & my husband's hands were too
> big...but eventually we won! Good Luck...
>
> Shari :-)
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Message Number: 5
Date: Sun, 12 May 2002 08:10:29 -0400
From: Chris Elliott <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Subject: Re: PJM-> tongue set-up
Hi Noah,
I had similar holes from a friction bar . Mine were threaded , I just
threaded short bolts back in .
Chris
Noah wrote:
> HI JIm
>
> Your message set off an alarm in my head and I went out and checked the
> tongue on my A/S and I found 8 (3/8") holes drilled in one side of the "A"
> frame. I assume, this was where an anti-sway mechanism was installed at one
> time.
>
> I can not see inside the the channel to check for damage. I scratching
> around, thru the holes, with a length of coat hanger & could not detect any
> rough spots. What would be the best way of closing up the holes to prevent
> any future damage?
>
> Thanks
> Noah
> Hopewell Junction, NY
> .
> -
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Message Number: 6
Date: Sun, 12 May 2002 06:50:32 -0700
From: Webmaster <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Subject: 1959-1960 Window Seals
While updating some of my supplier links, I noticed that AirstreamDreams.com
has just developed a window retaining strip for the 1959 to 1960 windows.
As it was for only two years, the poor owners with these trailers have
always had to adapt & make do, but this looks to be the real deal. Hope to
see more of these specialty seals and weather strips come along. Price
seems fair too, always a good thing to see.
Later,
RJ
VintageAirstream.com
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Message Number: 7
Date: Sun, 12 May 2002 09:37:40 -0500
From: Dick and Kris Parins <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Subject: What have I done now
Jere Potter wrote;
>
> When I got it home, and
> ripped out the carpet, and to my surprise, saw that the floor had been
> replaced. So that is in good shape, even though it seems to be 5/8" not
> 3/4".
I'm pretty sure the floor in my '62 is original and it is 5/8"
Dick
'62 Bambi
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Message Number: 8
Date: Sun, 12 May 2002 09:47:29 -0500
From: Dick and Kris Parins <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Subject: Asbestos floor tile
Bob Kiger wrote:
> The real test will come when I
> get to the center of the coach where the tiles adhere firmly to the
> subfloor. I'm hoping that a big hair dryer will help.
You won't believe the difference between a hair dryer and a heat gun
designed for scraping paint etc. I bought one made by Wagner for about $30.
Much hotter but also quieter and built for the job. I think you would find
it well worth it in terms of time savings alone.
Dick
'62 Bambi
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Message Number: 9
Date: Sun, 12 May 2002 09:55:02 -0500
From: Dick and Kris Parins <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Subject: Asbestos floor tile
Ed Emerick wrote:
> Hello,
> We have used this type of flooring in both of our Airstream restorations
> and it has worked well. It's durable and heavy but with 2 kids and 2
> dogs it's well worth it. Installation is not a big deal (easy for me to
> say, Sandy installed it) and it comes in all kinds of cool colors. In
> short, we like it.
> Ed
Hi Ed,
Did you use the sheet linoleum I referred to or the Stepmaster tiles Bob
referred to?
Dick
'62 Bambi
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Message Number: 10
Date: Sun, 12 May 2002 11:38:03 -0400
From: Matt Worner <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Subject: Re: What have I done now? ('64 GT)
Jere,
You might want to take a look at the following site:
http://www.vanguardpipe.com/
As long as you have a blank trailer to work in the Manabloc system seems like a
great idea. Want to use it in my next house too.
(At MY age, what am I NUTS?) (Hmm... well, yeah.)
Jere Potter wrote:
> <snip>
> Now, it is mostly empty, except for the tub, and will get new plumbing
> (pex), <snip>
You are already off to a great start in the luck department. You have an
Airstream. An it's VINTAGE!
> so wish me luck!
> Jere Potter #1877
> Fort Collins, CO
> '64 Safari
> '64 Globetrotter, under construction
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Matt.
We're vintage. So are our trailers.
--
Pam, Matt and Darrell Worner
WBCCI, VAC, WNJU & WDCU #4971
1975 31' Sovereign, (The Tinsel Tubesteak)
1976 24' Argosy rear door (Bun Metallica)
2000 F-350 PSD
Hensley Arrow
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Message Number: 11
Date: Sun, 12 May 2002 11:11:43 -0500
From: "John R. Kleven" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Subject: Re: What have I done now? ('64 GT)
Here it is.
Randy
http://www.vanguardpipe.com/mbloc.html
----- Original Message -----
From: Jim Dunmyer <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: Multiple recipients of VACList <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Sent: Saturday, May 11, 2002 4:49 PM
Subject: [VAC] Re: What have I done now? ('64 GT)
> Jere,
> If I was plumbing a trailer from scratch, I'd strongly consider using
> that central manifold system that someone pointed out a couple of months
> ago. Sorry, I don't have the URL anymore, but perhaps someone else does.
>
> It's a neat system!
>
> <<Jim>>
>
> Jere Potter wrote:
>
> > I have finally started on re-outfitting my '64 Globetrotter, which I
bought
> > last august for this purpose. It's definitely a fixer-upper on the
inside:
> > The cabinetry was really bad and not original, more like a hybrid of
> > original with water damage and bad paneling overlay. When I got it home,
and
> > ripped out the carpet, and to my surprise, saw that the floor had been
> > replaced. So that is in good shape, even though it seems to be 5/8" not
> > 3/4". This explains the bad cabinets and the interior latex paint, bad
> > plumbing, etc... It was put back together, but not well.
> > Now, it is mostly empty, except for the tub, and will get new plumbing
> > (pex), drains and some new electrical,, like an Intelipower, and later
solar
> > panel, inverter, etc.
> > Plans include a new water tank mounted upfront under bed, construction
of a
> > dinette opposite the new galley, closets. Basically I have a blank
slate,
> > with a few ideas. It's kinda scary!
> > I will be counting on the good advice and encouragement available here
on
> > this list, so wish me luck!
> > Jere Potter #1877
> > Fort Collins, CO
> > '64 Safari
> > '64 Globetrotter, under construction
> >
> >
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Message Number: 12
Date: Sun, 12 May 2002 12:00:29 -0400
From: Matt Worner <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Subject: Re: Asbestos floor tile
Bob,
As soon as you touch any asbestos product you fall under the gimlet stare of a
whole bunch of three initial agencies. Any asbestos products must typically be
discarded at a certified dump location, double bagged in thick plastic bags,
yellow in colour, and appropriately marked with all sorts of skull and
crossbone/Mr Yuck type logos. A real bag of snakes. Not to scare you, just be
aware of governmental bogie men.
Matt
My Airstream wrote:
> > >By the way what are they charging you to remove the
> > asbestos , Kenny
>
> It's probable that I will do the removal. I'll be wearing all the right
> stuff and mask, won't abrade of cut the tiles and will be trying heat and a
> putty knife to lift each tile up. Many tiles are already loose and I like
> to think of that old saying "where there's smoke . . . there's fire!" In
> this case those tiles are loose for a reason. Probably moisture over time.
> The loose tiles are randomly placed around the coach.
>
> Just ran a test in the bathroom, which should be the easiest because of
> moisture, and it took less than 30 seconds to remove four tiles incuding two
> that went under the wall.
> Bob
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WBCCI, VAC, WNJU & WDCU #4971
1975 31' Sovereign, (The Tinsel Tubesteak)
1976 24' Argosy rear door (Bun Metallica)
2000 F-350 PSD
Hensley Arrow
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Message Number: 13
Date: Sun, 12 May 2002 12:28:32 -0500
From: Dick and Kris Parins <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Subject: Foam
I just wanted to pass along something I just learned. Foam comes in a wide
variety of densities. The first place we looked said there was only one
type of foam available. We checked it out and it was way too soft.
Fortunately we kept looking and found a guy that knows foam. We plan to
order either "2245" or a slightly softer "2240" these both make a very
firm sleeping surface which is what we prefer. There is also an "HD"
designation meaning "high density" which compresses less because of the
shape of the air bubbles inside.
Dick
'62 Bambi
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Message Number: 14
Date: Sun, 12 May 2002 14:43:53 -0400
From: "James Greene" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Subject: Re: Foam
Dick, select your foam carefully. Some of it makes a sleeping surface
similar to a slate pool table. The recommendation of a knowledgeable seller
will be helpful.
Jim Greene
' 68 Tradewind
----- Original Message -----
From: "Dick and Kris Parins" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: "Multiple recipients of VACList" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Sent: Sunday, May 12, 2002 13:28
Subject: [VAC] Foam
> I just wanted to pass along something I just learned. Foam comes in a
wide
> variety of densities. The first place we looked said there was only one
> type of foam available. We checked it out and it was way too soft.
> Fortunately we kept looking and found a guy that knows foam. We plan to
> order either "2245" or a slightly softer "2240" these both make a very
> firm sleeping surface which is what we prefer. There is also an "HD"
> designation meaning "high density" which compresses less because of the
> shape of the air bubbles inside.
>
> Dick
> '62 Bambi
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