Maintenance
Choosing the Right Rivet for your Airstream Repair
What types of rivets are installed on an Airstream?
Solid Rivets (Buck Rivets) - Both Soft and Hardened, this rivet type is used on the exterior shell – ends, sides and roof.
Blind Rivets (Open and Closed End) – Used for attaching exterior trims, underbelly, wall structure and interior skin.
Bulb Type Rivets (Olympic Rivet) – Used to attach awning brackets, slide out trim, replacement of buck rivets as a repair, and often used during a service repair.
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Airstream Tire Information & Maintenance
Inspect your tires before every trip. Check the tire pressure on all tires before leaving on any trip. You can find the tire pressure information on the tag for your tires and in the owner's manual. Inspect your tire for dry rot. Finally, look for uneven wear on your tires, as that may point to an axle being out of alignment. If you notice uneven tire wear, take your Airstream to the nearest dealer for inspection.
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