Apache camper chat

Window measurements

feeds@yuku.com (lectric80) — Fri, 11 Dec 2009 07:24:17 GMT

Does anyone have the exact measurements for the windows on a 73 Ramada? I am planning to replace all the windows with smoked Lexan, but many of my windows are broken to the point that getting accurate measurements is not really an option. I know that it is .080 thick, but the actual height and width is the issue. I know that I could measure the frames, but right now my garage has my tow vehicle in it for a trans rebuild, and it is far too cold outside to risk opening the trailer (currently...

my kids think i am nutz...or maybe just sick. they need explanations...

feeds@yuku.com (jeff in pgh) — Sun, 06 Dec 2009 01:52:07 GMT

its 12;20 in the morning, 28*, and i am in my pajamas outside looking in on the eagle & the ramada through the windows wrapped with christmas lights that would make the grizwalds look like amateurs ...so tightly snuggled under there blankets in the garage, like i used to tuck them, my kids, in bed when they were babies...wandering in the back of my head, what else can i do to make these relics...whoops i mean "my babies" more comfy............& then again.......... they, my...

1970 ramada orange cushions

feeds@yuku.com (jeff in pgh) — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 22:35:35 GMT

hi folks...
i need a set of the "orange cushions" (2)
let me know what you need for them...
many thanks in advance
jeff

What Refrigerators Fit??

feeds@yuku.com (RAMADAREEDEMBREY) — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 22:17:53 GMT

My Ice Box I will call it in my 77 Ramada is the original and seeing some age-- I have been searching around in salvage yards looking for possibly a 3-way refrigerator to replace it. I am finding that anything small is just an ice box and anything 3-way is way too huge. Anyone know of a 3-way fridge the same size as my original ice box?

Roof Vent Damaging window?

feeds@yuku.com (dbb) — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:42:09 GMT

I got a 1977 Ramada last year and have just gotten around to working on it. I opened the bed end and notice that the window is cracked. It looks like the handle from the roof vent cracked it maybe? Is this possible? And is the camper supposed to be stored with the vent opened or closed with the handle potruding into the camper? Thanks.

I,m a new apache ramada owner & luvin it!!

feeds@yuku.com (RAMADAREEDEMBREY) — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 23:41:42 GMT

Hello, my name is Reed Embrey of Arvada Colorado. 2 weeks ago I bought a used 1977 Apache Ramada for a mere $200, the sellers seemed very motivated to sell it as they had many other campers projects on their property to work on. This camper must had been very far back on the burner. Already I have changed the broken & cracked bedroom windows (plexi). Lowes will cut to size the plexi at no charge. I've decided to add sash and cafe rods to hold up new curtains as the old and musty...

Apache eagle lid and door seals..where can I get them?

feeds@yuku.com (goffoz) — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 22:38:15 GMT

Hi Y'all
Thanks for creating this forum..I hope someone can help me out.
I'm restoring a nice little Apache eagle, and am down to the final stage...but I can't find a source for new seals for the clamshell and the door....
Mine have hardened, and been cooked into deformity, after 40 yrs of california sun.
The last time we took the trailer out to Nevada, it sucked in about 4lbs. of dust before we arrived at the camp site..cough cough!
Does anyone know of...

Bought an Apache Royal

feeds@yuku.com (lascassas) — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 11:18:36 GMT

I recently sold my almost mint 1975 Apache Mesa and bought a 1975 Airstream. The Airstream needs TLC and we've used it 1 time, I plan on keeping it, but kind of missed my Apache.

This morning i went yard-sale-ing and bought an Apache Royal for $450.00. Its filthy and has has some fiberglass work done on the end caps as well as someone stuck an AC unit through the rear panel. On the up side its huge compared to my Mesa and the gear boxes seem to work well....but squeaky. It still...

What to do with AR

feeds@yuku.com (biguglyguy) — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 16:10:09 GMT

I have an Apache Ramada and I don't know what I'm going to do with it.
Was going to fix it up and use it for hunting & fishing, but!??!?!?!?
I'm located in the Raleigh, N.C. area and hope someone might be interested in buying or trading.
Guess I've got too many "too do" list to complete this one!?!??
I'm not sure what year or where to find this info.
Any ideas???

First trip out with the Ramada, only some minor problems

feeds@yuku.com (lectric80) — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 04:26:19 GMT

Took the 73 Ramada out last week for the deer hunt, had some new issues come up.

Overall I love the thing, it was so nice not to be freezing to death, although I need to figure some stuff out as far as fitment to prevent the wind intrusion.

1. The tops of every bed side panel tend to tilt inward, leaving a gap between the extender covers and the side panel. This allows a lot of wind to blow through, and obviously in the summer months is going to allow mosquito intrusion....

Isitamesa?

feeds@yuku.com (Laughingchi) — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 21:40:12 GMT

I'm looking at another Apache this weekend. Owner says its a Mesa, but the layout looks a bit different from the pics in the photo section. Looks like the side opposite the door has the standard sink/range and it looks like there is another counter next to it (on the same side extending to the bed). the doorside looks like a Gaucho couch . Did mesa's have a layout like this? The owner and I will get together to look at it this weekend.

Bring back the shine

feeds@yuku.com (chewbro2) — Sun, 20 Sep 2009 19:38:02 GMT

I am restoring my 1968 Eagle and need help. After removing the paint (Yikes!) from the Aluminun clam-shell cover i am having trouble finding the right products ( or process) to bring the shine back to the aluninum. I have had some sucsess with a wire wheel but i am affraid i may be damaging the aluminum. I have called a few body shops in the area and can't seem to find any local experts in working with aluminum.

At a recent Apachie round-up i saw many campers with shiny tops and...

YUMA?

feeds@yuku.com (Laughingchi) — Sat, 19 Sep 2009 21:24:52 GMT

I have been looking at popup campers and the more I look at them, the more I apprecate the way Apaches were built. I looked at an 89 Starcraft and the lift arms were so chintzy compared to the Mesa I used to have, hard to believe. The bed end supports were inferior also.

I'm going to look at a Yuma tomorrow and the pictures seem to show it to about the same size as the Mesa with just a different floor layout? Is that true? Anyone have an idea of the weight of the Yuma?

Rebuilding the Cabinets With wood? Curtain questions too, ok alot of questions

feeds@yuku.com (Alan 73) — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 03:14:16 GMT

Ok, our new to us trailer has a lot of flaws and I would like to work them out over time. The Table tops need replacing, and the counter tops need replacing. They have water damage and the particle boars is flaking apart... This is no problem I have done real kitchens a few times. I have even thought about solid surface but dont know if the trailer will ever be worth that much anyway... Ok so now the cabinets, They look horrible ish, and I was wondering if anyone has swapped the...

Late 50's Apache Camper

feeds@yuku.com (Toytruck) — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 09:13:43 GMT

I have a 50's model Apache camper. It has been stored in side on blocks for it's entire life time. It has been used. Last it was used was when my kids were smaller. We took a trip to the Canadian Maritimes. My parents bought this new. We drove to Lapeer to pick it up. The canvas is in good shape. Every thing still works. Can some one give me a ball park estimated worth? I can supply pictures if...

Bed End Window Cracked

feeds@yuku.com (dbb) — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 16:35:56 GMT

I guess at some point the bed end window got a hole in it. It looks to be tinted plastic of some sort. Anyone have any hints on what and how to replace this piece? Thanks.

Leaking Bed End Windows

feeds@yuku.com (Terri) — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 03:04:16 GMT

We took our 1972 Roamer out this weekend and got caught in heavy rain at times. That's Washington State for you. Both of the bed end windows are leaking. They do not have cracks in the ABS, just leaking around the frames. Can I just clean out the old caulking and re-caulk them or do they need to be removed from the end walls to do this? Are they rivetted to the ABS or do the rivetts just hold the frames together? I could not find the information I need in past articles. What is the...

1978 Ramada Raffle $37.00 per ticket

feeds@yuku.com (timsch) — Thu, 03 Sep 2009 09:11:07 GMT

I recieved a notification that the raffle is illegal in Michigan. I will return everyones money that bought a ticket, sorry, MOTHER Fers!

Relisted it on ebay, Im pissed!

Gear box and chain repair

feeds@yuku.com (jdp) — Sun, 30 Aug 2009 23:27:37 GMT

I just bought a 1972 Apache Ramada and while cranking it today notice holes in the rear gearbox with plastic pieces falling out.
I read one members posting where this year had plastic gears and newer ones had metal. Through the hole I see what looks like metal.
Can anyone help me with the solution to my problem and advise if I need a gearbox as well as lift chain?

Thank you

Jim

lights

feeds@yuku.com (brucemac) — Fri, 28 Aug 2009 11:52:45 GMT

my tail lights go off and on some times they work anybody have any suggestions thanks