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Forum: 2016 - Current Classic (all lengths) 08-01-2023, 11:04 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,861
Posted By caseywsj
Curious why you want to relocate the spare tire....

Curious why you want to relocate the spare tire. Before a trip a couple years ago, I wanted to make sure that I knew how retrieve the spare tire. I found it quite easy actually after watching an...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 08-01-2023, 10:59 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,638
Posted By caseywsj
That would be no unfortunately. I have really...

That would be no unfortunately. I have really been wanting to switch out to an Interstate having already had a Class A, Class B and currently a Classic. Then found Grech and that was intriguing. But...
Forum: 2011 - 2015 Classic (all lengths) 11-09-2021, 02:38 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,000
Posted By caseywsj
My bathroom door latch broke on the last trip …...

My bathroom door latch broke on the last trip … curious how to take it off. Was looking for a set screw, but just found a little plastic piece at bottom of the ring. Battery disconnected, so need to...
Forum: On The Road... 12-30-2016, 04:32 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,099
Posted By caseywsj
Nice story & surprised your walkabout wasn't only...

Nice story & surprised your walkabout wasn't only professional. I'm a tech guy and knew of you prior to your Airstream journey. As for us, we learned a bunch too: including taking a gap year and how...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 12-16-2016, 04:55 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,368
Posted By caseywsj
We use ours when up in Breckenridge in the...

We use ours when up in Breckenridge in the winter. It routinely gets to 0, and often lower than that. Last year it was -16 over Christmas. Simple answer is that I use the block heater if it gets...
Forum: 2011 - 2015 Classic (all lengths) 11-03-2016, 12:41 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,140
Posted By caseywsj
Changing out ZipDee control board

Any quick instructions on changing out the control board in a 2016 Classic? I also want to add a separate power disconnect switch so the awning doesn't unfurl while driving down the road. Any...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 10-31-2016, 06:38 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 7,082
Posted By caseywsj
Are you sure your batteries are not dead? You...

Are you sure your batteries are not dead? You need energy to energize the solenoid. I had some bad batteries before and would have to charge up to activate the switch.
Forum: 2016 - Current Classic (all lengths) 10-28-2016, 08:38 AM
Replies: 139
Views: 18,080
Posted By caseywsj
Looks like a pressure accumulator is in our...

Looks like a pressure accumulator is in our future too. We do routinely restore the heater bubble each time we hook up. Now we will be turning off the water heater until we use it ... which is...
Forum: 2016 - Current Classic (all lengths) 10-27-2016, 07:59 PM
Replies: 139
Views: 18,080
Posted By caseywsj
dkottum- interesting as when we are in the...

dkottum- interesting as when we are in the trailer & hooked up to shore power we have the electric heater on continuously. Doesn't sound like a great idea unless we want to pressure test the rest of...
Forum: 2016 - Current Classic (all lengths) 10-27-2016, 07:55 PM
Replies: 139
Views: 18,080
Posted By caseywsj
What was going on with the AC/heat pump during...

What was going on with the AC/heat pump during all of this? Where does the drain tubing run? I know when we have AC on the water discharge comes out between the tires, but I have no idea how it gets...
Forum: On The Road... 10-14-2016, 06:40 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,370
Posted By caseywsj
It's hard to see how this could happen to my...

It's hard to see how this could happen to my setup with the ProPride, but will take a look next time I'm out. I was warned by a fellow ProPride driver once to NOT leave tailgate down when doing this....
Forum: Audio, Video & TV 10-11-2016, 08:43 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,769
Posted By caseywsj
It has been my experience that the wifi at almost...

It has been my experience that the wifi at almost all campgrounds has been sketchy for simply web browsing, much less for streaming media & even worse if you ever want to send data upstream (like a...
Forum: Audio, Video & TV 10-08-2016, 02:30 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,769
Posted By caseywsj
Why not just go to one of the aux HDMI inputs on...

Why not just go to one of the aux HDMI inputs on the main TV? Or do you want to be able to send it to either of the TVs? Or go with a wireless HDMI option, like:...
Forum: General Repair Forum 09-12-2016, 11:04 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,359
Posted By caseywsj
So sorry for the hail damage. Kerrville is a nice...

So sorry for the hail damage. Kerrville is a nice part of central TX, but I guess it will always be tainted for you guys. We too had excellent service at Lazy Days Tucson, but a very minor issue with...
Forum: 2011 - 2015 Classic (all lengths) 08-14-2016, 08:06 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 886
Posted By caseywsj
Utility Access Door Broken

Noticed that the latches were very loose at last camp spot and then went to storage place today and noticed that the door was just open. This is the access door on left hand side at back that covers...
Forum: On The Road... 07-23-2016, 03:37 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 8,885
Posted By caseywsj
Funny, I talked to Greg in at an RV park in...

Funny, I talked to Greg in at an RV park in Tucson back in February about this exact thing. We were on our first long trip with the Airstream and I had asked him what the top 3 issues that he saw in...
Forum: Full-Timing 07-06-2016, 01:58 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,066
Posted By caseywsj
Also shocked to see the message on Kyle's site as...

Also shocked to see the message on Kyle's site as that is who we used last year also. I'm 56, my wife is 55 and we also coordinate coverage for our son who is still in college. You can see my initial...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 06-19-2016, 07:51 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,553
Posted By caseywsj
two questions. 1) if you are "full" there...

two questions.

1) if you are "full" there would be a concern of back flushing, but I suppose the amount going back in would be minimal to dislodge crud.

2) if "really" clogged then what...
Forum: The Pet Forum 06-19-2016, 09:40 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,055
Posted By caseywsj
Not our experience with out last cat, Bandit. He...

Not our experience with out last cat, Bandit. He loved to travel, loved the RV, loved hotel rooms. Didn't love the harness, but tolerated it. We'll see with our two new kittens, but they are super...
Forum: The Pet Forum 06-18-2016, 04:06 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,055
Posted By caseywsj
When in Tucson in March, we ran across a couple...

When in Tucson in March, we ran across a couple that had a Kittywalk system. It really worked out for them and they were working from the AS and were in a trailer smaller than you. Two cats and a dog...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 06-18-2016, 04:03 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,553
Posted By caseywsj
I can only tell you what I did on our...

I can only tell you what I did on our pre-Airstream motorhome. Right before a romantic dinner out, I was waiting for my wife to finish getting ready. So I figured I had time to simply pull the black...
Forum: On The Road... 04-27-2016, 01:15 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,429
Posted By caseywsj
These trip descriptions are making me jealous,...

These trip descriptions are making me jealous, but we bought the AS to use off-season mostly. Highly recommend three stops from earlier this year, Sedona, Bisbee, Palm Springs. In fact, we've already...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 04-25-2016, 07:12 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 7,079
Posted By caseywsj
I have them, but have only used once. Honestly,...

I have them, but have only used once. Honestly, the stackable blocks work great for me. The fit is a little tight and I should cut an inch or two off one of them. Very solid though.
Forum: 2016 - Current Classic (all lengths) 04-14-2016, 07:37 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,131
Posted By caseywsj
We were having problems with the furnace heat on...

We were having problems with the furnace heat on our first trip, a 6 week journey. We also noticed that the auto switchover to propane on the fridge was not working consistently when moving from...
Forum: On The Road... 03-31-2016, 02:19 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 717
Posted By caseywsj
First Extended Trip in our new Classic

Had an awesome 6w trip from Austin to Palm Springs and back. You may enjoy some of the posts on our personal website: www.trekwiththekings.com.

Specific posts from our stops (Fredericksburg, Fort...
Forum: Member Introductions 03-25-2016, 09:51 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,454
Posted By caseywsj
Nice! We too are in Austin & have had our 30'...

Nice! We too are in Austin & have had our 30' Classic for about 4 months. On our way out to California last month we stopped in Fredericksburg for a couple nights and had a blast. We've also stayed...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-20-2016, 07:23 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,584
Posted By caseywsj
The new diesels are quite impressive. We see...

The new diesels are quite impressive. We see similar mpg with our GMC 2500. I keep looking at my wife and marveling at the combo of lower fuel cost + >2x mpg of our DP. Just returned from our first...
Forum: Brakes & Brake Controllers 03-11-2016, 08:16 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,365
Posted By caseywsj
Gary- You really set the brake controller as...

Gary-

You really set the brake controller as high as it can go on your Duramax? I've set mine to 6.5 with our new Classic. Have towed it over 2000 miles now. Thx.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 03-06-2016, 08:48 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 16,952
Posted By caseywsj
Thanks again for all the ideas! I will try the...

Thanks again for all the ideas! I will try the two that I hadn't considered before:

1. loose hitch pin
2. TV wheel well measurements (front and back)

I like the PVC gauge also, but have a...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 03-01-2016, 07:32 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 16,952
Posted By caseywsj
Moved from Sedona to Palm Springs today, so got...

Moved from Sedona to Palm Springs today, so got another chance ;). Today's technique was to chock wheels, raise the jack up to a height that was estimated to be ~1/2" to 1" above where it normally is...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 02-29-2016, 08:44 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 16,952
Posted By caseywsj
GMC 2500 is our TV. I follow David's...

GMC 2500 is our TV.

I follow David's description almost exactly & have watched the videos multiple times, but still can't seem to repeatedly find the recipe. Almost always the trailer height is a...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 02-29-2016, 07:31 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 16,952
Posted By caseywsj
Have you ever been unable to unhitch pro pride?

I've now hitched & unhitched a dozen times successfully, but I definitely have some unhitching anxiety ;). Getting a better idea of the receiver box angle relative to the TV, but it is still a work...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 02-15-2016, 09:30 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 14,666
Posted By caseywsj
The flex hose pic brought back memories I had...

The flex hose pic brought back memories I had summer of 2014 in the MH. Too much TP clogged it up. Happy ending, but not fun at the time. Good luck with the fork!
Forum: Photography 01-30-2016, 01:42 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 13,264
Posted By caseywsj
forgot to put the link. Here it is on the...

forgot to put the link. Here it is on the advances in digital for those holding on to full frame.
https://dedpxl.com/crop-or-crap-math-or-moment/
Forum: Photography 01-30-2016, 12:47 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 13,264
Posted By caseywsj
A good discussion of sensor sizes & a vote for...

A good discussion of sensor sizes & a vote for Fuji X. Personally I am using an Olympus micro 4/3, but would get the Fuji if buying now. Have to admit that most of the pics I take now are with the...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 01-29-2016, 12:27 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 5,520
Posted By caseywsj
We are new to the Airstream. Bought 30' and the...

We are new to the Airstream. Bought 30' and the same tow vehicle you are considering. We also went with the ProPride. While I know there are many ways to accomplish the same thing, I am very happy...
Forum: General Repair Forum 01-29-2016, 09:31 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,637
Posted By caseywsj
Quickly learning some subtle differences between...

Quickly learning some subtle differences between our new Classic and our old DP MH. The MH did have better electronic protection and inverter/charger. Have Progressive Industries 50A inbound before...
Forum: On The Road... 01-29-2016, 09:28 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,545
Posted By caseywsj
That does seem odd and I'll double check on our...

That does seem odd and I'll double check on our 2016 Classic when out for a few weeks. Leave in a week! But the powered recliners will work when only shore power or if only battery + inverter on....
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 01-13-2016, 03:24 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 12,391
Posted By caseywsj
We are new to the Airstream, but have had MH's...

We are new to the Airstream, but have had MH's for 15 years. We have the proPride hitch on a new Classic. It is super easy to tow behind our 2500 truck. The hitching process is easy, the unhitching...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 01-10-2016, 05:16 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,130
Posted By caseywsj
A followup to my original post. Good news as I...

A followup to my original post. Good news as I was able to recharge the batteries using an external battery charger (Schumacher Speedcharger 10030). Once charged back up, then I could set the battery...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 01-08-2016, 06:43 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,130
Posted By caseywsj
Thanks to all for several things to take a look...

Thanks to all for several things to take a look at.
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 01-08-2016, 04:47 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,130
Posted By caseywsj
Will check solenoid. Thanks. What about from the...

Will check solenoid. Thanks. What about from the truck? Wouldn't I have expected to see that voltage across the battery?

Likely I'll make a trip to the dealer to make sure this is all sorted.
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 01-08-2016, 03:27 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,130
Posted By caseywsj
Store mode when in storage (disconnected from...

Store mode when in storage (disconnected from shore power) ... 4 weeks. Use mode when in storage (connected to shore power so batteries would charge) ... 4 days.
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 01-08-2016, 03:06 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,130
Posted By caseywsj
Baffled by Batteries

Bought a 2016 Classic in November. Used it 3 times in November, then winterized and parked in storage the first week of December. Did not hook to shore power. Went out early this week, batteries dead...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 01-04-2016, 06:39 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 13,192
Posted By caseywsj
My, my ... that's with I love about this hobby....

My, my ... that's with I love about this hobby. The ability to learn new things. We came out of Class A DP and of course the converter/charger was three stage. Likely we will go the solar route at...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 01-04-2016, 02:57 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 13,192
Posted By caseywsj
I don't understand this. If I'm camping with...

I don't understand this. If I'm camping with shore power, plugged in for 5 days & have battery in the "USE" position isn't this the same thing? I wouldn't expect to fry the batteries. Is the charger...
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