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by tallakguy
Sat Apr 17, 2021 1:52 pm
Forum: Exterior
Topic: blue stripe seal
Replies: 2
Views: 2982

blue stripe seal

I'm trying to figure out a good way to seal the "blue stripe". I have used the flex seal tape and caulking that works for a time, but then dries out, freezes and is now failing. I do believe the blue stripe is deceiving. Does it "seal" an upper and lower half of the shell or is i...
by tallakguy
Wed Jan 13, 2021 10:25 am
Forum: Want To Buy
Topic: WTB b190 in the New York area max 250miles
Replies: 4
Views: 4152

Re: WTB b190 in the New York area max 250miles

i have a 1996 here in Fernandina Beach Florida. 63,000 miles. I realize outside your stated 250 mile radius, but what the heck?
doug
907-978-0331
by tallakguy
Tue Dec 29, 2020 8:33 am
Forum: For Sale
Topic: 1996 B190 For Sale
Replies: 3
Views: 3927

Re: 1996 B190 For Sale

After i took the generator out, i wired in a receptacle where old generator wires were. I suppose plugging a portable generator into your shore power cords works just as well.
by tallakguy
Mon Dec 28, 2020 10:51 am
Forum: For Sale
Topic: 1996 B190 For Sale
Replies: 3
Views: 3927

Re: 1996 B190 For Sale

Current location is Fernandina Beach, Florida
by tallakguy
Mon Jul 27, 2020 12:46 pm
Forum: Interior
Topic: Upgrading Front Seats?
Replies: 41
Views: 51050

Re: Upgrading Front Seats?

double checked..pedestal is welded..its a Ford F-350 Clubwagon that Airstream built upon.
by tallakguy
Sun Jul 26, 2020 12:41 pm
Forum: Interior
Topic: Upgrading Front Seats?
Replies: 41
Views: 51050

Re: Upgrading Front Seats?

trying to figure out a front seat upgrade to include swivel bases. In looking at seat undersides, it looks rather simple to unbolt existing and replace with new. The round pedestal seats are bolted to appears welded to the floor. Anyone done this upgrade and how difficult was it? Did your new seats ...
by tallakguy
Fri Jul 17, 2020 1:16 pm
Forum: Basic Questions
Topic: power window repair
Replies: 5
Views: 5552

Re: power window repair

got it fixed! switches were bad! local shop had replacements on hand..minor miracle in Alaska. Thanks all for your replies.
by tallakguy
Fri Jul 17, 2020 12:50 pm
Forum: Interior
Topic: Photos of my Re-upholstered front seats & couch
Replies: 8
Views: 7158

Re: Photos of my Re-upholstered front seats & couch

Looks awesome! The passenger seat rotates? I have a 96' and have been wanting a rotating passenger seat...where did you find yours?
by tallakguy
Sun Jun 28, 2020 12:31 pm
Forum: Basic Questions
Topic: power window repair
Replies: 5
Views: 5552

Re: power window repair

swap in the other switch? by switch i assume you refer to the gizmo located on the arm rest part of the door? motor is located who knows where. I thought maybe a blown fuse, and wonder if each window has its own fuse. Fuse box is located within the engine compartment and mighty difficult to access...
by tallakguy
Sat Jun 27, 2020 2:28 pm
Forum: Basic Questions
Topic: power window repair
Replies: 5
Views: 5552

power window repair

My driver's side power window ceased to operate. Passenger side works and can be operated from driver's side. Any clues on how to repair?
1996 B190
by tallakguy
Tue Jan 15, 2019 7:06 pm
Forum: Want To Buy
Topic: wanting to buy B190 airstream
Replies: 5
Views: 9520

Re: wanting to buy B190 airstream

I have a 1996, 50k miles, brand new tires and solid mechanics. Bathroom gone to make more cargo space. kept kitchen water intact. $18k
by tallakguy
Tue Jan 15, 2019 6:45 pm
Forum: Plumbing
Topic: Simple Schematic of RV Plumbing
Replies: 4
Views: 7493

Re: Simple Schematic of RV Plumbing

looking for plumbing schematix....file not found
by tallakguy
Tue Jan 15, 2019 6:40 pm
Forum: New to the site
Topic: tall b190 owner
Replies: 4
Views: 6206

Re: tall b190 owner

yes they were. 96 has the gray pex plumbing. where can I make sense of this plumbing? toilet gone, shower gone but keeping kitchen water...can't figure out plumbing
by tallakguy
Wed Jan 02, 2019 10:10 am
Forum: New to the site
Topic: tall b190 owner
Replies: 4
Views: 6206

tall b190 owner

great site that I'm sure will come in handy. recently bought a 96 after having looked at many newer Sprinter Van's. I decided to go vintage with this b190 cause its.low mileage and solid drivetrain. I certainly question Airstream designers on a few things, primarily the shower and toilet. what a jok...