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skiphoyt · 03-12-2019, 07:35 PM

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Classified was not working to list an Interstate 19 for sale. Understandable with it being so new. It has been updated and I will post my ad later this evening.

Thank you to the administrator for updating the classified section so that it worked perfectly this time.

skiphoyt · 03-15-2019, 07:43 PM

This may be the first preowned AI 19 to be listed for sale. With the soon to be released 2020 with new MB chassis it definitely affects the value but to what extent? I have heard that a $15,000 to $18,000 price increase is to be expected. That would push the sticker price close to $170,000 for Brilliant Silver 2020. Most likely with heavy discounts a buy figure of $144,000 to $150,000. Is $110,000 a fair asking price for a flawless 5 month old AI 19?

Titus · 03-16-2019, 06:57 AM

I see the generator specs include an 'ultra quiet resonator'. Is this the same resonator that in past years took it from obscenely noisy to just obnoxiously noisy? Or is it now on-par with the noise (of lack there-of) from competitor's generators?

drpeggau · 03-21-2019, 05:30 PM

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Originally Posted by skiphoyt

This may be the first preowned AI 19 to be listed for sale. With the soon to be released 2020 with new MB chassis it definitely affects the value but to what extent? I have heard that a $15,000 to $18,000 price increase is to be expected. That would push the sticker price close to $170,000 for Brilliant Silver 2020. Most likely with heavy discounts a buy figure of $144,000 to $150,000. Is $110,000 a fair asking price for a flawless 5 month old AI 19?

skiphoyt is yours still available and is it 4x4? Either way I may have a buyer.

skiphoyt · 03-21-2019, 05:41 PM

Not a 4x4 but it is flawless. If you search my listing on RV Trader it has much better pictures and a link to the video of our actual Interstate 19. If you would like more pictures just private message with email and I will send them.

skiphoyt · 03-28-2019, 06:00 PM

Our AI 19 has been sold and is living in Raleigh NC with a lovely new couple. Not sure if these ‘newbies’ are members of the forum as yet but know they will be welcomed as we were. Thank you all for listening to my ramblings and for all the guidance you provided. Hopefully we will return in the near future with our new 2020 AI 19.

Boxster1971 · 03-29-2019, 09:22 AM

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Our AI 19 has been sold and is living in Raleigh NC with a lovely new couple. Not sure if these ‘newbies’ are members of the forum as yet but know they will be welcomed as we were. Thank you all for listening to my ramblings and for all the guidance you provided. Hopefully we will return in the near future with our new 2020 AI 19.

Thanks for the update - wee look forward to meeting the new owners on this forum. Also will be glad to see you with a new 2020 AI 19.

All the best,

Tobbun · 03-30-2019, 05:51 AM

Dropped off my 2017 for some warranty stuff at Airstream of DFW and wife and I test drove the 19. I was really impressed with it. My wife was able to park it no problem (she is hesitant about the AI 24). Not sure we could make the change today but will certainly look at it if/when we make a change.

1919 · 03-30-2019, 09:29 PM

4x4 Sprinters have to be carried on a flatbed. Despite someone eluding that they can be towed. Having a '19/19 footer 4x4, I can also assure you it has no spare, despite the paperwork saying there is. And it is definitive, it has to be carried on a flatbed OR a dolly to get all four wheels off the ground.

MLWilcox · 04-07-2019, 07:41 AM

I need help from AI Nineteen owners I am buying a Goal Zero Yeti Lithium to go with my 2020 AI Nineteen (on order). Tomorrow is the last day to use my 20% off coupon from REI. I also have a $400 dividend I will use toward the Yeti.

I am looking at both the Yeti Lithium 1000 or the 1400. It really depends on which can fit under the couch. The specs for the 1000 are 10.1 x 15.3 x 9.3 in. The specs for the 1400 are 10.1 x 15.3 x 10.4 in. The only difference is height. So ... is there clearance under the couch for the 1400 that is 10.4 inches high?

Also, is it worth the extra money to get the 1400?

Tstidstfm · 04-07-2019, 10:40 AM

I would call AS to find the specs...good luck, and Enjoy!

Boxster1971 · 04-07-2019, 10:41 AM

I watched parts of the RVX Revel videos last night and noticed that the Airstream Interstate 19 was one of the top picks by judges in the "Urban Travel" category.

skiphoyt · 04-07-2019, 03:54 PM

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Thanks for the update - wee look forward to meeting the new owners on this forum. Also will be glad to see you with a new 2020 AI 19.

All the best,

Just heard from the new owners today. They had a ‘check out’ weekend at Carolina Beach. They Loved it! Only problem was on second attempt to retract awning no power to it. We tried to locate a fuse for it over the phone but could not find the fuse supplement that I know I saw somewhere. Retracted It manually....all part of the learning curve! I think Rich plans to introduce himself and Cecelia on the forum and I know you can help them sort it out.

Boxster1971 · 04-07-2019, 08:02 PM

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Just heard from the new owners today. They had a ‘check out’ weekend at Carolina Beach. They Loved it! Only problem was on second attempt to retract awning no power to it. We tried to locate a fuse for it over the phone but could not find the fuse supplement that I know I saw somewhere. Retracted It manually....all part of the learning curve! I think Rich plans to introduce himself and Cecelia on the forum and I know you can help them sort it out.

SKIPHOYT - I just looked at the wiring diagrams in back of 2019 Interstate 19 Owner Manual. The main fuse for the Awning and Step power is F10 (15A) under the driver seat. I'm attaching a clip from the manual. The copy I have is of poor quality, but has enough detail to read it if you enlarge the soft copy PDF version. It also looks like there is a 7.5A in-line fuse in the Awning circuit.

It's really too bad that Airstream can't make this information easier to find.

Boxster1971 · 04-07-2019, 08:17 PM

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I watched parts of the RVX Revel videos last night and noticed that the Airstream Interstate 19 was one of the top picks by judges in the "Urban Travel" category.

Correction. The Interstate 19 was a winner in the "City Escape" category at RVX. There were nine categories as seen in the attached image. Here is link to the 1:46 hour video. The Interstate 19 part starts at 1:02:50. I just skipped through it for interesting parts to see what the dealers and industry players are doing to increase their business.

https://youtu.be/qy2W7uQKRbc

Tomzstream · 04-08-2019, 05:20 AM

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I need help from AI Nineteen owners I am buying a Goal Zero Yeti Lithium to go with my 2020 AI Nineteen (on order). Tomorrow is the last day to use my 20% off coupon from REI. I also have a $400 dividend I will use toward the Yeti.

I am looking at both the Yeti Lithium 1000 or the 1400. It really depends on which can fit under the couch. The specs for the 1000 are 10.1 x 15.3 x 9.3 in. The specs for the 1400 are 10.1 x 15.3 x 10.4 in. The only difference is height. So ... is there clearance under the couch for the 1400 that is 10.4 inches high?

Also, is it worth the extra money to get the 1400?

Both have a 1500 Watt inverter, as does the 3000. Its just a question of how many amp hours you think you need.

I believe you can lay the YETI on its back so both would have an effective height (formerly depth) of 10.1 inches. It appears the ventilation vents are on the sides. The only issue is access to the ports. Al long as the top unit is placed close to the doors, it may be possible to plug in near the back of the van. I know the 1400 is WIFI enabled so you don't really need to see the readouts on the unit itself (or you can connect your phone to it with "direct connect").

I just bought the 3000 model, which also features the same depth and width, just taller yet, with the REI member discount, which took several hundred off. I had it delivered to the store, due to be there on Wed. I don't have an Interstate at the moment, but we are looking at it. I plan on using the Yeti for boondocking (lots of discussion on that already out there.) One thing about the 3000, is it comes with the MPPT controller (an add on for others), so you can plug in more chargers, and of course Solar input. Its a small consideration given it runs another hundred or so, but the big advantage is the AC power charging, as it allows more chargers to be attached greatly reducing charging time.

Good Luck!

MLWilcox · 04-09-2019, 05:35 AM

I bought the Goal Zero Yeti 1400 yesterday on the last day of REI’s 20% off coupon along with using my dividend. Also bought the MPPT controller. Living in North Carolina, the Yeti can also be used at home during our frequent power outages.

I had REI send the stuff to Airstream of Chicago. At a minimum, I would like to charge the Yeti using solar and generator (pteck’s recent post). Airstream of Chicago’s challenge is to connect the Yeti to the house batteries to charge those batteries (Tronadora’s lithium alternative is post). Goal Zero tech staff explained to me how this can now be done with one of their new 12v accessories, etc.

Just waiting for my 2020 Nineteen. Since no pricing or interior color palettes available yet, I am now thinking June versus mid to late May delivery.

Tomzstream · 04-09-2019, 05:47 PM

ML, Be sure to have them check the 12V output voltage on the YETI before integrating with your AI. Not sure it is up to spec given it is a lithium Battery to start with. I plan on using mine this weekend to boondock with my 23FB trailer, using the shore power connection and monitoring the various loads. . BTW, I was right in that there are no vents on the back so you can probably lay it down. Did you ever get an estimate on the height of the space under the sofa?

Picked mine up today, and it's on the chargers. I bought the two additional for a total of 4, and they all are connected through the MPPT controller using the 4 by 8mm to Anderson power pole adapter. Getting over 280 Watts charging. It came with an 85% charge and had about 2.5 hrs charge time to go afer I started. Pretty sweet.

On another topic... Back when I met John and his Nineteen 4x4 at the beach, he mentioned he wanted to be sure he got a German made chassis... hence his desire to get the 2019 model... Well, looks like others may get one too, 2020 and beyond... I knew there were some cab chassis imported to Canada for 2020, but it also looks like MBUSA is still "assembling" German made chassis imported from Germany...

https://jalopnik.com/mercedes-benz-f...-wa-1833923936

MLWilcox · 04-10-2019, 07:58 AM

Tomzstream - Thanks for the heads up with the lithium/12 volt issue. I will be interested in hearing about you Yeti performance.

According to Airstream of Chicago the available space under the Nineteen’s couch is 12 high, 23, wide, and 21 deep.

Interesting article.

drpeggau · 04-10-2019, 08:19 PM

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ML, Be sure to have them check the 12V output voltage on the YETI before integrating with your AI. Not sure it is up to spec given it is a lithium Battery to start with. I plan on using mine this weekend to boondock with my 23FB trailer, using the shore power connection and monitoring the various loads. . BTW, I was right in that there are no vents on the back so you can probably lay it down. Did you ever get an estimate on the height of the space under the sofa?

Picked mine up today, and it's on the chargers. I bought the two additional for a total of 4, and they all are connected through the MPPT controller using the 4 by 8mm to Anderson power pole adapter. Getting over 280 Watts charging. It came with an 85% charge and had about 2.5 hrs charge time to go afer I started. Pretty sweet.

On another topic... Back when I met John and his Nineteen 4x4 at the beach, he mentioned he wanted to be sure he got a German made chassis... hence his desire to get the 2019 model... Well, looks like others may get one too, 2020 and beyond... I knew there were some cab chassis imported to Canada for 2020, but it also looks like MBUSA is still "assembling" German made chassis imported from Germany...

https://jalopnik.com/mercedes-benz-f...-wa-1833923936

Thanks Tomzstream. I just returned from another Amelia Island trip and camped on Peters Point beach. Put a couple pics on jpeg.pix on Instagram. Was worried about getting through the sand but thanks to the 4x4 it was not a problem. Perfect place to “rough it” on the Ocean! High tide was 12’ from the back door. Had the screen down and doors open! Stunning sun rise.