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Forum: Axles 03-27-2024, 08:16 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,066
Posted By NC Camper
@Jimz If you decide to come to Greensboro for...

@Jimz If you decide to come to Greensboro for your repair and need to replace your tires, I highly recommend Discount Tire on Precision Way in High Point. They are easy to get to from ODM...
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 03-27-2024, 05:28 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,050
Posted By NC Camper
Yep! x 2...or more. Wood glue and one or more...

Yep! x 2...or more. Wood glue and one or more toothpicks has worked great for us on our upper kitchen cabinets. This fix has lasted at least 2 or 3 years for us.
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 03-20-2024, 10:06 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 8,052
Posted By NC Camper
I just can't help myself...what's your point? ...

I just can't help myself...what's your point? Are you just posting to get folks riled up? If you have it, please share data that travel trailers have caught on fire or people have been injured due...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 03-20-2024, 09:40 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,091
Posted By NC Camper
Welcome to the Airstream family! I think you...

Welcome to the Airstream family! I think you made a great choice. We have loved our 27' FBT GT. We went back and forth for a long time between the 28 and the 27 and then the Globetrotters came...
Forum: Refrigerators 03-19-2024, 09:38 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,413
Posted By NC Camper
Be careful about assuming anything with an Airstream

You would think this, but we found with our 2018 27 GT that this was definitely NOT the case.

The control panel went bad on our Dometic RMD 8555 3-way fridge last fall and the dealer couldn't...
Forum: Stoves, Ovens & Microwaves 03-03-2024, 06:22 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,897
Posted By NC Camper
A little detour from the original post. ...

A little detour from the original post. @daleyocum I really appreciate you sharing the link to your post. I have been looking for the link to the wardrobe hinges as well as a way to get something...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 03-02-2024, 09:41 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,556
Posted By NC Camper
Dinosaur board for the win!

Second, third...vote for the Dinosaur board! We went through all the same processes you did and ended up ordering a board ourselves because we were on the road. When we did take it to the Airstream...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 02-28-2024, 11:39 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 5,522
Posted By NC Camper
Unique for the win!

I second the recommendation for Unique Digest-It. We have used it for several years and it has worked great: no odors, no blockages, clean tank flushes. We used the pods for a while and then went...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 01-26-2024, 09:52 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 7,939
Posted By NC Camper
Another vote for the Honda 2200

We converted our Honda 2200s x 2 to propane with the kit from Hutch Mountain. The conversion was VERY easy and took less than 30 minutes with their excellent directions and a couple of YouTubes. ...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 12-12-2023, 09:54 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 7,726
Posted By NC Camper
I think Leslie summed it up very well. We tow a...

I think Leslie summed it up very well. We tow a 27' Globetrotter and are the "bring everything plus the kitchen sink" types. We stepped up from a F150 3.5 Ecoboost, which we loved, to an F250 with...
Forum: On The Road... 12-03-2023, 08:22 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 6,943
Posted By NC Camper
Lots of great suggestions above. I strongly...

Lots of great suggestions above. I strongly second a trip to Crater Lake if you have never been there. Breathtaking! Some of the most popular NPs (including Arches and Glacier) will be requiring...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 11-11-2023, 07:50 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 13,118
Posted By NC Camper
Bravo! Great post and a smart decision. We...

Bravo! Great post and a smart decision. We towed our 27' GT for about 2 years with our F150 Platinum, including a trip from North Carolina to Utah and back. The payload was terrible, we were...
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 11-04-2023, 04:41 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,042
Posted By NC Camper
Vinegar is a great option. It will kill the mold...

Vinegar is a great option. It will kill the mold and is gentler on the surfaces. Add a little white vinegar to the washer when you wash the clothes to help kill it. It sounds like it was worst on...
Forum: Tires 10-27-2023, 09:31 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 7,836
Posted By NC Camper
If it ain't broke don't fix it!

We recently replaced the tires on our 2018 27' Globetrotter. We had GY Endurance tires and replaced them with the same thing because they have been so reliable. We only had about 25K miles on them,...
Forum: 2018 - Current Globetrotter 09-25-2023, 09:51 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,815
Posted By NC Camper
We have a 2018 GT and I love those two bins. I...

We have a 2018 GT and I love those two bins. I keep quick-grab items like hand sanitizer, bug spray, etc. in the one closest to the door, and my dishwashing supplies in the other one. They also...
Forum: Refrigerators 09-25-2023, 12:33 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 12,750
Posted By NC Camper
I really wanted the Isotherm Cruise 195 that...

I really wanted the Isotherm Cruise 195 that @stevejones mentioned, but I ended up getting the Norcold N8DC. This is a fridge that Airstream is putting in the current Globetrotters and possibly some...
Forum: Refrigerators 09-25-2023, 12:17 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 867
Posted By NC Camper
Control panels not available

This sounds like the same failure we had. The control panels are basically unavailable in the US. There is a company in Australia that MAY be able to sell you one for about $350, but the shipping...
Forum: Refrigerators 09-12-2023, 08:47 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 867
Posted By NC Camper
Awesome! They are going to have to do some...

Awesome! They are going to have to do some cabinet work to get it to fit, but it is good to know that it is possible. Thanks! :flowers:
Forum: Refrigerators 09-08-2023, 05:15 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 867
Posted By NC Camper
Thanks for the input @steeliedave! It is great...

Thanks for the input @steeliedave! It is great to hear that you are so happy with your fridge. Do you happen to know if you have the Norcold N10DC?
Forum: Refrigerators 09-08-2023, 03:56 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 867
Posted By NC Camper
Question Need Fridge Advice

We have a 2018 27' GT with the Dometic RMD 8555 fridge. It has never worked reliably, and I have spent the last 5+ years manually regulating the temp. The control panel has now failed, and the...
Forum: Refrigerators 07-30-2023, 12:20 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 12,750
Posted By NC Camper
Still in search of a replacement fridge

I am resurrecting this post to see if anyone else other than Stormalong has found a suitable DC or AC/DC replacement for the Dometic RMD 8555. This fridge has never worked reliably for us and when...
Forum: 2018 - Current Globetrotter 08-06-2022, 06:49 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,704
Posted By NC Camper
OMG this is TOO funny! We have been traveling in...

OMG this is TOO funny! We have been traveling in our GT for 4 years and never knew this was what that little shelf was for. I just stuck the covers in the bottom drawer under the sink, but they...
Forum: 2018 - Current Globetrotter 05-27-2019, 06:27 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,328
Posted By NC Camper
Congratulations!! :clap: We have had our GT 27...

Congratulations!! :clap: We have had our GT 27 twin for just over a year and more than 7500 miles. We are still in love! Wishing you all the best in your new adventure! :D
Forum: 2018 - Current Globetrotter 05-11-2019, 10:28 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 6,362
Posted By NC Camper
We have used the same for almost a year and have...

We have used the same for almost a year and have found the Tank Check very convenient. Be aware that the % will vary with temp changes, but that is just physics. We didn't use the tank tires to...
Forum: Our Community 02-16-2019, 09:08 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,832
Posted By NC Camper
In what way?

In what way?
Forum: 2018 - Current Globetrotter 01-13-2019, 04:14 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,815
Posted By NC Camper
I use the one on the left for dish soap, plastic,...

I use the one on the left for dish soap, plastic, a little spray bottle for soapy water to check propane fittings, and pot scrapers I don't use very often. I use the right one for a roll of trash...
Forum: 2018 - Current Globetrotter 10-07-2018, 04:24 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 12,386
Posted By NC Camper
We have a 2018 GT that developed a bubbled up...

We have a 2018 GT that developed a bubbled up area along the side of one of the twin beds. We pointed it out when we took the trailer in to get some other things fixed. The technician said they had...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 10-03-2018, 08:03 AM
Replies: 142
Views: 27,058
Posted By NC Camper
Wow! What an amazing group of people! Thanks for...

Wow! What an amazing group of people! Thanks for letting us crash the party with a non-slider. We had a wonderful time and look forward to catching folks down the road. Thanks for the warm welcome!...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 10-03-2018, 08:00 AM
Replies: 142
Views: 27,058
Posted By NC Camper
Spring repeat would be great!

Spring repeat would be great!
Forum: 2018 - Current Globetrotter 09-13-2018, 03:50 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,668
Posted By NC Camper
We have a 2018 GT and there is a little button...

We have a 2018 GT and there is a little button (not what I would call a switch) on the left wall of the cubby behind the lounge TV. It is a little push button "switch" with a little light next to it...
Forum: On The Road... 09-10-2018, 09:50 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 703
Posted By NC Camper
Thanks for the kind wishes cwf! We are packing...

Thanks for the kind wishes cwf! We are packing up as I type. Hubby is headed toward Atlanta with the AS while I head to Chicago for a conference. If I can't fly home I may just fly to Atlanta for...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 07-05-2018, 04:55 PM
Replies: 808
Views: 151,809
Posted By NC Camper
Please add Cathy and Bill Sykes to the list. We...

Please add Cathy and Bill Sykes to the list. We are thrilled to be able to make our first Alumalina in our new AS! We can't make it until Friday, but looking forward to meeting everyone!
Forum: Roof Vents, Skylights & Fans 07-03-2018, 07:53 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 10,229
Posted By NC Camper
We use one of these and it works great. No...

We use one of these and it works great. No snaps, velcro or other attachments needed. It also keeps the trailer cooler on travel days or when we are using the AC.
Forum: 2018 - Current Globetrotter 04-21-2018, 06:52 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,393
Posted By NC Camper
Congratulations! We brought our new GT home...

Congratulations! We brought our new GT home about 3 weeks ago and absolutely love it! We chose the same interior that you did except in a twin. I don't know what AS has changed in the QC process,...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 04-08-2018, 08:04 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,936
Posted By NC Camper
The waiting in finally over!!

It only took 5 1/2 months, but we are the proud new owners of a 2018 Globetrotter! It wouldn't have taken so long, but we wanted a twin and they didn't start making them until after the new year. ...
Forum: 2018 - Current Globetrotter 02-22-2018, 06:22 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,517
Posted By NC Camper
Thanks much daleyocum! This is just the nerdy...

Thanks much daleyocum! This is just the nerdy stuff I love to find in my research. Getting Lewster's input on it always adds value to the discussion. This info is especially helpful because I am...
Forum: 2018 - Current Globetrotter 02-20-2018, 06:23 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,517
Posted By NC Camper
We are definitely more off-grid people. This...

We are definitely more off-grid people. This sounds almost too good to be true! :D
Forum: 2018 - Current Globetrotter 02-18-2018, 10:23 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,517
Posted By NC Camper
Thanks all for the quick responses. It sounds...

Thanks all for the quick responses. It sounds like the answer is a combination of what I was expecting. We had seen the relay on the wiring diagram, but weren't clear on what it did. :)
...
Forum: 2018 - Current Globetrotter 02-18-2018, 03:40 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,517
Posted By NC Camper
Separate inverter outlets?

One of the 2018 Flying Cloud updates for 2018 was "Combined inverter outlets eliminate need for secondary outlet". Are there separate outlets for shore power and inverter on the GT? Our GT is on...
Forum: Our Community 01-25-2018, 10:11 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,355
Posted By NC Camper
You might want to check out Boondockers Welcome...

You might want to check out Boondockers Welcome https://www.boondockerswelcome.com/

It is only $30/yr and gives you contacts with people who let you park in their driveway or on their land. I...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 01-10-2018, 07:27 PM
Replies: 142
Views: 27,058
Posted By NC Camper
Hi Gary, We actually camped in the B-loop...

Hi Gary,

We actually camped in the B-loop because we wanted electric. The sites are definitely much nicer and more spacious than the ones on the hill.

Looking forward to meeting the group!
...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 01-10-2018, 07:24 PM
Replies: 142
Views: 27,058
Posted By NC Camper
Thanks for the warm welcome, Tom! We will be in...

Thanks for the warm welcome, Tom! We will be in site 49.
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 01-06-2018, 10:15 PM
Replies: 142
Views: 27,058
Posted By NC Camper
I hope you don't mind a couple more party...

I hope you don't mind a couple more party crashers. We don't have a S/O and are AS newbies, but we would like to join the get together. We LOVE Stone Mountain from our tent camping days! :flowers:...
Forum: Buyer Guidelines 01-02-2018, 12:26 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,945
Posted By NC Camper
bigcountry, We just ordered a new...

bigcountry,

We just ordered a new Globetrotter in October. To put it bluntly, no, there is no easily accessible list of options other than what you see in the Airstream literature. Also, don't...
Forum: Full-Timing, Winter Living & Workamping 12-25-2017, 06:59 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 9,735
Posted By NC Camper
Wow! Love the video! I especially liked how you...

Wow! Love the video! I especially liked how you mixed video and stills. It told a wonderful story. Thanks for sharing and best wishes for a safe and prosperous new year!
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 11-11-2017, 05:54 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,936
Posted By NC Camper
Absolutely! We have a 2016 F150 Platinum 4x4...

Absolutely! We have a 2016 F150 Platinum 4x4 with the 3.5L Ecoboost and max tow pkg. One of the reasons we chose a 27' is because it has the lightest tongue weight in the general size we were...
Forum: Forum Admin, News and Member Account Info 11-03-2017, 08:10 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,592
Posted By NC Camper
New Model for Trailer List?

Can the new 2018 Globetrotter be added to the Trailer drop down list under the member profile? After more than 2 years we are REALLY ready to change from "Currently looking". Thanks!
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 10-23-2017, 08:49 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,936
Posted By NC Camper
GM Airstream, thanks for all the suggestions. We...

GM Airstream, thanks for all the suggestions. We talked long and hard about the tires and, up until they came out with the Endurance tires, had planned on going with the 16" upgrade from the...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 10-22-2017, 11:27 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,936
Posted By NC Camper
Yes, we have looked at a lot of Airstreams and...

Yes, we have looked at a lot of Airstreams and this was the first one that made us both feel like "YES, we have to have THAT one!" Based on other people's experiences, I'm prepared for a few bumps...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 10-22-2017, 11:22 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,936
Posted By NC Camper
Oh, I know that feeling of anticipation! You must...

Oh, I know that feeling of anticipation! You must be VERY excited. I hope all goes well with your delivery. :flowers:
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