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Hi all, I remembered reading somewhere here, that WD40 could accomplish a good shine and also remove some oxidation on the skin. Well,a couple of months ago I...
mariner582003
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Feb 1, 2005
1:51 pm
1634
Mariner, Sounds very interesting. How did you apply the WD40? Any buffing or rubbing involved? Michael Major...
Michael Major
doodl6
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Feb 1, 2005
7:22 pm
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There are MANY valid opinions on using/not using WD-40. I used it last month for the first time, and was very pleased with the results. Temporary results,...
Mark
avion_1983
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Feb 1, 2005
7:38 pm
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Here is the long answer. To know what your vehicle can tow safely you will need to do some homework. First you will need three numbers from the load data...
doubleugene
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Feb 1, 2005
10:32 pm
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Several folks restoring older trailers have been looking for window parts, I think these folks may have some of what is needed, still looking for the elusive...
Steve Pfiffner
madrone886
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Feb 1, 2005
10:43 pm
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Gene, That is all good advice! And as you say getting it down to 80% really adds a margin that many consider essential. Another important point is wheelbase....
Rol Murrow
murrowwr
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Feb 1, 2005
11:05 pm
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Good points Rol. I looked at a 3/4 ton 454 Suburban a few weeks ago near my home that would have been just right for towing my trailer or probably most...
doubleugene
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Feb 1, 2005
11:27 pm
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I would avoid using WD-40 on anything rubber since it is a petroleum produt. Petroleum products break down rubber - especially tires. It is a good idea to wash...
Leif Berglund
cheapswede41
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Feb 2, 2005
6:53 am
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I was actually lucky enough to find a '94 3/4 ton 4wd diesel suburban. It's a little easier on fuel than the gas model. the owner's manual says with my rear...
Leif Berglund
cheapswede41
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Feb 2, 2005
6:59 am
1642
There is a faucet on Ebay now that is just like the one I installed in my '63 Tourist. It is number 555178252. The faucet mounts on the counter next to the...
Jim Stewart
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Feb 2, 2005
7:18 am
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For those who want to clean their entire trailer, WD-40 is available in gallon cans. Chuck ... From: "Leif Berglund" <cheapswede@...> To:...
c.tremaine
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Feb 2, 2005
10:49 am
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Excellent tutorial on this subject. Four stars. Chuck ... From: "doubleugene" <wilkey@...> To: <avioncampingandrestoration@yahoogroups.com> Sent:...
c.tremaine
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Feb 2, 2005
11:03 am
1645
I Just went to ebay and did a search for the faucet #555178252 but eBay said there is no such item listed. It must have ended or perhaps you got the number...
Steve Hall
steamon
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Feb 2, 2005
2:34 pm
1646
Sorry, I dropped one of the "5's". It should be 5555178252. It is titled "1971 Shasta Travel Trailer Shower Fixture" The shower head is different than mine,...
Jim Stewart
jimgtenet
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Feb 2, 2005
4:23 pm
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Another point about the faucet on Ebay, the brass fittings and a little bit of copper tubing is still attached to the bottom of the faucet and these come in at...
Jim Stewart
jimgtenet
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Feb 2, 2005
4:59 pm
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Thanks for checking the number. We are the current bidder on it now. Steve & Darlene...
Steve Hall
steamon
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Feb 2, 2005
5:20 pm
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I've been experimenting with WD-40 on the skin of my Avion as a cleaner and quick fix. I have always used it to clean gummed up parts and get hinges, etc,...
Rol Murrow
murrowwr
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Feb 2, 2005
5:20 pm
1650
303 now has a protectant spray for fabrics. Both 303 protectants are available at any West Marine. I do not know of other places that carry both. They carry...
c.tremaine
wcchuck
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Feb 2, 2005
5:47 pm
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Hi Chuck, I believe it was you and Bill who first told me about 303. I ran an internet search on Google on "303 Protectant" and there are hundreds of sites...
Rol Murrow
murrowwr
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Feb 2, 2005
5:52 pm
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I like 303. I have only seen the fabric protectant at West Marine. I bought some but have not tried the fabric protectant yet. Chuck ... From: "Rol Murrow"...
c.tremaine
wcchuck
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Feb 2, 2005
6:11 pm
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Hi Leif, The Suburban sounds like a good find. I would still do the calculations based on actual weights. You can hitch up your trailer and take it to a...
doubleugene
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Feb 2, 2005
6:44 pm
1654
Have 79 Avion up on the market Nice unit needs minor exterior work...
applehillkids
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Feb 2, 2005
6:54 pm
1655
Hi. My browser no longer can find "silveravion.com." [FYI: I am taken to a 404 error page...] Has anyone else noted this problem? "Wassup?" Or is it just...
kbine55
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Feb 2, 2005
10:25 pm
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John, It's not just you. It seems to be down. Gene ... to a 404 error page...]...
doubleugene
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Feb 2, 2005
10:37 pm
1657
Good advice. I may do that if I decide to upgrade to a larger trailer. right now I have 20ft Tourist. I like the Suburban over a pickup due mostly to the damp...
Leif Berglund
cheapswede41
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Feb 3, 2005
5:25 am
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Before I had permacoat I used WD40 exclusivley with VIVA papertowels. I never tried to do the whole trailer at one time. I would do small sections usually...
Avion Guy
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Feb 4, 2005
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Hi... I am missing one "original" hubcap for my '87 25-H... [or, at least I suspect that they are the original hubcaps...] Does anyone have one that they...
kbine55
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Feb 4, 2005
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Tom Coker/mark Campbell
avion_1983
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Feb 4, 2005
12:23 pm
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Good evening. I have uploaded a photo of the missing hubcap. The file is named "'87 Avion hubcap." does anyone recognize it? Is it original? Or aftermarket?...
kbine55
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Feb 4, 2005
10:49 pm
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Avioners, This is a popular treatment for aircraft to prevent and arrest corrosion, which is a major problem for aluminum birds. I thought you might enjoy ...
Rol Murrow
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Feb 5, 2005
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