The 23D thread

[dbdreams]

Mikentosh,
Verdict's In RK6003 Laminate Sheet, Abstracts - a Nevamar product is what I have so far, I found a guy at Airstream that helped. I am waiting for a call back from Robs contact (a few posts back) to make sure that is correct. I will order a 4x8 sheet, looks like about $100 including shipping.

David

[mikentosh]

Originally Posted by dbdreams

Mikentosh,
Verdict's In RK6003 Laminate Sheet, Abstracts - a Nevamar product is what I have so far, I found a guy at Airstream that helped. I am waiting for a call back from Robs contact (a few posts back) to make sure that is correct. I will order a 4x8 sheet, looks like about $100 including shipping.

David

That definitely looks like it! Thanks for the investigation.

If you happen to come across the wall laminate please let me know. I found the older, more gold toned laminate (Wilsonart Gold Alchemy - 4861K-07), but am looking for the lighter color that started in '18 ('17?)

[dbdreams]

Mikentosh,
Try 'Landmark Wood 7981K Laminate Sheet', Woodgrains - Wilsonart

Looks like it and matches name given in the airstream parts books for 2018 and 2019
Hope that helps
David

[dbdreams]

Worked on a few things today, got the shelf cut and installed at the end of the lounge, seems to work well. I thing we will use it a few days on a short glamp next week before I finish it. Plans are to use the same laminate as the counter tops on it, the one by the door and the shelf in the pantry mod. Planning another small folding shelf in the bedroom using the landmark laminate.

[GMFL]

Originally Posted by Meriwether

Working on a Victron Battery Monitor install and thought I would share where I'm at in the process.

I purchased the Victron BMV-702 monitor and after reading reviews wished that I had splurged for the BMV-712 with built in bluetooth. Nice thing about the 702 is that you can add the dongle for Blue tooth capability, so that's what I've done.

Part of my dilemma is where to mount the Victron monitor, which requires a 2" mounting hole. I want it to be accessible, yet out of site.

Today I spent some time investigating the street side options, since that is where DC power comes into the 23d.

I looked at the forward overhead storage cabinet which has removable panels at both ends. The street side panel would have been a nice location, but there doesn't seem to be a clear path to run wiring from the floor to inside the cabinet, at least if there is it's not readily apparent to me.

At this point I've settled on the street side wardrobe.

Inside the wardrobe, there is a channel that runs from the floor (near the water pump) to the ceiling (2017 23d), and provides a clear path for wires, and a mounting surface for the Victron gage.

Airstream probably designed this pathway with something else in mind, but it should work for my purposes.

Victron provides a cable that will reach from the forward shunt location to the street side wardrobe with no problem. It's just a matter of pulling the cable under the lounge, and I don't think it will be difficult.

The monitor will mount inside the upper wardrobe, out of site, and yet be reasonably accessible. I believe the dongle plugs into the back of the battery monitor, so I will have to figure out where to mount it.

That's my plan. Still waiting for a few parts, but we'll see how it goes.

Many have posted on this subject and I am grateful for the knowledge shared here on the forum.

Looking good. Only thing I would suggest is to turn the shunt over so the plug in wires are facing down. This will prevent a stress point in. The wire and plug.

[RFP]

After making my little cutting board/colander thingy, it occurred to me that I could make a little bamboo insert to *really use* as a cutting board. I could interchange the bamboo cutting board insert and the colander insert as needed. Since I have the MDF template for the bamboo insert, I can make new ones as I booger them up by actually cutting on them... all it takes is a $4.49 WalMart bamboo cutting board and five minutes on the router table.

I'm deep into totally insignificant stuff, here...

[GMFL]

Looks great Rob. It’s the Little things that make all the difference!

[dbdreams]

Mikentosh,
I ordered a sheet of the countertop laminate today, will have some left. If you order the wall laminate we might could swap out a quarter of a sheet or so if you need any of the countertop stuff.
David

[mikentosh]

Originally Posted by dbdreams

Mikentosh,
I ordered a sheet of the countertop laminate today, will have some left. If you order the wall laminate we might could swap out a quarter of a sheet or so if you need any of the countertop stuff.
David

Great idea. Will send you a DM.

[tomquinnjr]

I bought my used 23D in Oct 2016. The blue light on the 30 amp power cord worked for that season. Sometime in 2017 the blue light went out but shore power still works like normal. I have been out probably 15-20 times since with no problems. Should I be concerned?

[RFP]

Originally Posted by tomquinnjr

I bought my used 23D in Oct 2016. The blue light on the 30 amp power cord worked for that season. Sometime in 2017 the blue light went out but shore power still works like normal. I have been out probably 15-20 times since with no problems. Should I be concerned?

Not a concern at all... it's just kind of an indicator that there is power. Actually pretty needless.

[tomquinnjr]

Originally Posted by RFP

Not a concern at all... it's just kind of an indicator that there is power. Actually pretty needless.

Thank you.

[dbdreams]

I have always (from the Casita days!) had a small night light plugged in just inside the door behind the R/H dinette seat, can see if shore power is up with a glance, course you can also just look at the microwave !

[dbdreams]

Put the laminate on two of the extra countertop pieces today, cant make up my mind on size and shape for one by the door. I will take a few shots of the choices when I get them close.

Now, to get to use them!

[RFP]

Originally Posted by dbdreams

Put the laminate on two of the extra countertop pieces today, cant make up my mind on size and shape for one by the door. I will take a few shots of the choices when I get them close.

Now, to get to use them!

Lookin' good, my friend. Don't forget I've got my 'extra' magazine rack set aside for you.

[DCPAS]

Amazing thread. My wife and I are empty nesters and looking for our first travel trailer. We especially like the 23CB / D for the place to gather with guests if the weather isn't great while still being a trailer that isn't large. I have a few concerns, but the biggest one is the obvious one of justifying the Airstream price premium. I figure that looking at competitive models is the best way to do that. So, my question: what other trailers from other manufacturers in about this size do you find appealing? We plan to go to the Houston RV show next week and your wisdom would be much appreciated.

Thanks in advance.

[GMFL]

Originally Posted by DCPAS

Amazing thread. My wife and I are empty nesters and looking for our first travel trailer. We especially like the 23CB / D for the place to gather with guests if the weather isn't great while still being a trailer that isn't large. I have a few concerns, but the biggest one is the obvious one of justifying the Airstream price premium. I figure that looking at competitive models is the best way to do that. So, my question: what other trailers from other manufacturers in about this size do you find appealing? We plan to go to the Houston RV show next week and your wisdom would be much appreciated.

Thanks in advance.

DCPAS, Welcome to the thread and forum. Others here will also chime in but Oliver Travel Trailers https://olivertraveltrailers.com/
Castia Travel Trailers https://casitatraveltrailers.com/
Come to mind.
I feel that nothing compares to Airstreams style and design.
Quality is something you can improve on by following our lead on this thread.
Good luck in your search and feel free to ask questions. You have easy access to some pretty incredible minds, and talented people on here who are more than willing to help you spend your money.
Regards,
GMFL/Ronnie

[Fair_Enough]

Originally Posted by DCPAS

Amazing thread. My wife and I are empty nesters and looking for our first travel trailer. We especially like the 23CB / D for the place to gather with guests if the weather isn't great while still being a trailer that isn't large. I have a few concerns, but the biggest one is the obvious one of justifying the Airstream price premium. I figure that looking at competitive models is the best way to do that. So, my question: what other trailers from other manufacturers in about this size do you find appealing? We plan to go to the Houston RV show next week and your wisdom would be much appreciated.

Thanks in advance.

DCPAS, I looked at Bigfoot and Lance, as well as the Oliver that Ronnie mentioned. Lance is a square box, but fit and finish is really good. The fiberglass Oliver and Bigfoot would hold up very well and I am sure tow great. But, a gently used 22 to 25 foot Airstream, say about 5 or so years old, should costs less than a new Xxxxxx. But, if only looking at the dollars and cents, consider resale value. The universal appeal and number of potential buyers when you decide to sell is second to none... huge. The number of subscribers and the support you get on this site is a value in and of itself. I am glad that I finally got an Airstream and think it will be my last camper.

Clint

[GMFL]

Steve, one of our former 23D comrades, posted a video that my interest you on Trailers that are not JUNK. It’s 24 min long but definitely worth the time.

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=0PiWgP9zTxc

[GettinAway]

Originally Posted by GMFL

Steve, one of our former 23D comrades, posted a video that my interest you on Trailers that are not JUNK. It’s 24 min long but definitely worth the time.
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I only listened to a minute or so, as I’m not really looking for a trailer. I watched his video completely on lifting his AS though. He’s a good guy.
The only reason I’m commenting is that he said AS and yuppie in the same sentence. First time in my life, I’ve been lumped in with the yuppie crowd!
All in good fun.
Jeff