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Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 06-17-2020, 04:48 PM
Replies: 584
Views: 86,241
Posted By wlanford
Please add Wally and Karen Lanford to the list.

Please add Wally and Karen Lanford to the list.
Forum: The Rally Zone 10-14-2019, 01:25 PM
Replies: 361
Views: 75,151
Posted By wlanford
Please add us, too - Karen and Wally.

Please add us, too - Karen and Wally.
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 08-15-2019, 09:12 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,486
Posted By wlanford
I carry two 15' 50 amp cords in the rare case one...

I carry two 15' 50 amp cords in the rare case one is not long enough.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 01-23-2019, 04:54 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 14,236
Posted By wlanford
We have a 2015 BMW X5 diesel for towing our 30’...

We have a 2015 BMW X5 diesel for towing our 30’ Classic. We had the hitch receiver installed and strengthened by Can Am RV (Andy Thomson). We also use a Hensley hitch. We have towed with that...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 08-30-2018, 09:14 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,932
Posted By wlanford
Forget all the other mirrors out there! The best...

Forget all the other mirrors out there! The best by far are the Milenco Aero 3 or the Milenco Grand Aero, whichever fits your taste. They fit almost any mirror, are easy on/off, clamp on VERY...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 06-03-2018, 02:02 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,436
Posted By wlanford
We tow our 2017 30’ Classic with a 2015 BMW X5...

We tow our 2017 30’ Classic with a 2015 BMW X5 diesel. We fad our hitch installed and reinforced by Can-Am RV (Andy Thomson). The X5 is an excellent tow vehicle, MUCH better than our previous...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 04-26-2018, 09:16 AM
Replies: 133
Views: 18,850
Posted By wlanford
Note that the diesel makes max torque at 1750...

Note that the diesel makes max torque at 1750 RPM. I like the fact that my engine is not screaming while climbing a hill.
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 02-12-2018, 01:29 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,571
Posted By wlanford
Try Land Yacht Harbor (a mostly Airstream park)...

Try Land Yacht Harbor (a mostly Airstream park) in Melbourne, FL. It’s a very nice park with full hookups and the price is VERY reasonable.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 05-28-2017, 03:16 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,467
Posted By wlanford
Is your brake controller set to brake the trailer...

Is your brake controller set to brake the trailer slightly before the tow vehicle? Not doing this can cause your trailer to push into your tow vehicle when you slow down, possibly causing the...
Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 05-01-2017, 11:48 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 6,643
Posted By wlanford
LoneKingfist, the Grand Aero mirrors do not use...

LoneKingfist, the Grand Aero mirrors do not use straps. They use two thumbscrews that are plenty secure. Easy-on, easy-off.
Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 05-01-2017, 11:28 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 6,643
Posted By wlanford
Grand Aeros are the BEST, hands down.

Grand Aeros are the BEST, hands down.
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 04-21-2017, 01:23 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,092
Posted By wlanford
Even if you have 50 amp service you can buy a 30...

Even if you have 50 amp service you can buy a 30 to 50 adapter and 30 amp power cord and use them when you don't need 2 A/Cs or 50 amp service. The 30 amp power cord is MUCH easier to deal with.
Forum: General Repair Forum 12-26-2016, 12:48 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,243
Posted By wlanford
There are small round plastic caps/covers over...

There are small round plastic caps/covers over the screws. They pry off with a small flat edge screwdriver or knife edge to reveal the screws. I think there are two on the side and one or two on...
Forum: Airstream Classifieds 10-13-2016, 06:12 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 550
Posted By wlanford
2016 Airstream Classic 30 - Kentucky

Title: 2016 Airstream Classic 30 - Kentucky
I just posted a new ad on Airstream Classifieds.

2016 Airstream Classic. Twin-bed model. Like new condition (actually better than new because...
Forum: Computers, Internet & Satellite 09-07-2016, 11:28 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 7,701
Posted By wlanford
We have both roof cellular antenna and amp...

We have both roof cellular antenna and amp inside. The antenna by itself gives a better signal and the amp improves the signal even more; both together makes a BIG difference in the signal strength.
Forum: Computers, Internet & Satellite 08-30-2016, 03:57 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,167
Posted By wlanford
Do you want to mount the satellite dish to the...

Do you want to mount the satellite dish to the top of your trailer or are you going to use it sitting outside. I highly recommend setting it outside so you can move it around in case you park under...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 08-29-2016, 02:00 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,893
Posted By wlanford
Also check to make sure you are getting current...

Also check to make sure you are getting current on both legs of the 30/50 amp
circuit.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 08-10-2016, 11:40 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 8,633
Posted By wlanford
Milenco is the only way to go. Superior to all...

Milenco is the only way to go. Superior to all alternatives.
Forum: Electronics & Connectivity 08-05-2016, 12:52 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,870
Posted By wlanford
I mounted my Omni antenna on an L bracket riveted...

I mounted my Omni antenna on an L bracket riveted to the center top of the trailer. Then I ran the cable into the nearby refrigerator vent and down and out behind the TV by the dinette table in our...
Forum: Electronics & Connectivity 08-03-2016, 06:31 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 10,636
Posted By wlanford
We have a 32" television in our new Classic and...

We have a 32" television in our new Classic and it does seem too small when viewing from the sofa. Our mount is extendable and we can extend the TV about 24" out from the wall (towards the sofa) and...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 08-03-2016, 04:22 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,019
Posted By wlanford
We pull our 2016 31' Classic with our 2015 BMW...

We pull our 2016 31' Classic with our 2015 BMW X5 diesel. It pulls and drives so much better than our previous Toyota tundra 5.7l. And we average 15 to 16 miles per gallon. In my opinion, you...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 07-26-2016, 01:58 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,920
Posted By wlanford
Milenco mirrors are the way to go.

Milenco mirrors are the way to go.
Forum: 2016 - Current Classic (all lengths) 07-20-2016, 11:40 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,043
Posted By wlanford
One more thought. Does anyone know if Airsteam...

One more thought. Does anyone know if Airsteam will install #6 or #4 wire in place of the #10 to the batteries during construction of a new trailer if paid to do so?
Forum: 2016 - Current Classic (all lengths) 07-20-2016, 11:38 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,043
Posted By wlanford
It looks like to me the Airstream engineer above...

It looks like to me the Airstream engineer above is using 120v values for his conclusion. Does anyone agree that he is correct?
Forum: 2016 - Current Classic (all lengths) 07-17-2016, 11:12 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,043
Posted By wlanford
Is the ONLY issue with voltage drop the decrease...

Is the ONLY issue with voltage drop the decrease in watts reaching the batteries?
Forum: 2016 - Current Classic (all lengths) 07-17-2016, 10:04 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,043
Posted By wlanford
Lew, other than a small reduction in the power...

Lew, other than a small reduction in the power going to the batteries, what other issues are caused by Airstream's use of #10 wire. Couldn't this be overcome by using slightly more wattage on the...
Forum: Our Community 05-16-2016, 10:45 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 11,600
Posted By wlanford
We tow our 2016 30' Classic with a 2015 BMW X5...

We tow our 2016 30' Classic with a 2015 BMW X5 diesel. We had our hitch receiver installed and reinforced by Can-Am RV (Andy Thomson). We also use a Hensley hitch. It tows great! No problems over...
Forum: On The Road... 04-25-2016, 10:39 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,932
Posted By wlanford
Checkout Greenbelt National Park. It's inside...

Checkout Greenbelt National Park. It's inside the beltway on the north side of D.C. We camped there for a week a couple of years ago and it's a very nice campground. Seems like you're out in the...
Forum: Winterizing, Storage, Carports & Covers 04-10-2016, 03:45 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 22,102
Posted By wlanford
Check the strainer in the faucet. That can cause...

Check the strainer in the faucet. That can cause low water flow.
Forum: On The Road... 03-18-2016, 01:32 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,468
Posted By wlanford
We pull our 2016 30' Classic with a 2015 BMW X5...

We pull our 2016 30' Classic with a 2015 BMW X5 diesel. We took it out west last fall and averaged around 15.5 mpg overall for the 8,000 or so miles. Considering the long climbs in the Rockies I was...
Forum: 2011 - 2015 Classic (all lengths) 09-25-2015, 09:51 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,783
Posted By wlanford
We just received our 2016 Classic about 45 days...

We just received our 2016 Classic about 45 days ago and have slept on the standard twin mattresses every night since then. My wife and I both think the mattresses are very comfortable. We have no...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 07-20-2015, 10:04 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 20,502
Posted By wlanford
Here's a photo of where the Can Am reinforcement...

Here's a photo of where the Can Am reinforcement attaches to the chassis on our 2015 X5 35d.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 07-19-2015, 09:32 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 20,502
Posted By wlanford
We have a 2015 X5 35d (F15) that we use for...

We have a 2015 X5 35d (F15) that we use for towing our Flying Cloud 25FB. We had the hitch installed and reinforced at Can Am last fall. Here a couple of photos of the install.
Forum: 2011 - 2015 Classic (all lengths) 06-29-2015, 03:44 PM
Replies: 774
Views: 76,041
Posted By wlanford
What is the color of the awning on the 2015/16...

What is the color of the awning on the 2015/16 30' Classics?
Forum: Boondocking 06-27-2015, 12:15 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 8,816
Posted By wlanford
We tried running our convection microwave (not in...

We tried running our convection microwave (not in convection mode) with one Honda EU2000 and it would not run normally. It would spit and make funny noises like something was wrong. At the time, we...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 06-24-2015, 10:30 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,222
Posted By wlanford
7-way Cord Extension for Hensley Hitch

I have just purchased a Hensley hitch and will be installing it on our new 30' Classic when it arrives in August. Terry from Hensley said I might need to extend the trailer's 7-way cord to allow for...
Forum: 2011 - 2015 Classic (all lengths) 05-15-2015, 10:14 AM
Replies: 774
Views: 76,041
Posted By wlanford
I have exactly the same question.

I have exactly the same question.
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 05-10-2015, 10:10 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 11,576
Posted By wlanford
GammaDog: When your are running both your Honda...

GammaDog: When your are running both your Honda generators at the same time do you get full power in both generators. My assumption was that the 1/4" propane line of the Airstream's aux port would...
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 05-08-2015, 03:17 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 11,576
Posted By wlanford
I saw a response on this forum a short time ago...

I saw a response on this forum a short time ago that stated that an accessory kit that came with the Airstream (2013+) contains a short (5' or 6") hose with a quick-connect to fit the aux port on the...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 05-07-2015, 07:31 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 22,919
Posted By wlanford
We had the same issue. We ended up just storing...

We had the same issue. We ended up just storing the slinky (and two 5-foot extensions) in the rear bumper.
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 05-05-2015, 08:35 AM
Replies: 116
Views: 28,168
Posted By wlanford
I just purchased a Hensley hitch (with the jacks)...

I just purchased a Hensley hitch (with the jacks) to replace an Eaz-Lift hitch. I have not yet done the installation but have a couple of questions. Is there any limitation with the Hensley on how...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 05-04-2015, 10:08 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,669
Posted By wlanford
We have the same bracing (done by CanAm) on our...

We have the same bracing (done by CanAm) on our 2015 X5 diesel. Very simple but very effective.
Forum: Computers, Internet & Satellite 05-04-2015, 10:06 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,601
Posted By wlanford
I currently use a Surecall 9.5" omni-directional...

I currently use a Surecall 9.5" omni-directional antenna mounted to our Airstream's roof along with a Wilson 3G direct connect booster amp (3g/4g amps were not available when I bought mine). From...
Forum: Wheels, Hubs & Bearings 05-04-2015, 02:42 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 19,342
Posted By wlanford
Is the lug pattern the same for the 16" Airstream...

Is the lug pattern the same for the 16" Airstream wheels (with the LT tires) the same as the 15" lug pattern. I have a set of Centramatic balancers for my current 15" wheels and wonder if they will...
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 05-03-2015, 01:12 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 21,873
Posted By wlanford
I found Glare under the Honda brand name on the...

I found Glare under the Honda brand name on the internet a while back and it was much less expensive. Just google 'Glare" or 'Honda Glare' and you should be able to find several sources.
Forum: General Interior Topics 05-03-2015, 01:07 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 10,492
Posted By wlanford
I agree with the above posts recommending...

I agree with the above posts recommending Centramatics! Before we installed Centramatics on our FC 25FB, we had a few rivets pop-out on the interior skin. Afterwards we have had none.
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 04-19-2015, 07:03 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,885
Posted By wlanford
Does anyone know the size of the LPG...

Does anyone know the size of the LPG quick-connect (and low-pressure line from the Airstream's regulator to the quick-connect) referenced above? Is the line and quick-connect 1/4" or 3/8"?
Forum: On The Road... 04-18-2015, 10:10 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,379
Posted By wlanford
There are two campgrounds with hook-ups (except...

There are two campgrounds with hook-ups (except sewer) at Natural Bridge State Park. There is also a very nice Forest Service campground near there named Koomer Ridge campground, but it does not...
Forum: Computers, Internet & Satellite 04-17-2015, 11:25 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,652
Posted By wlanford
As for as how to use your remote control wih a...

As for as how to use your remote control wih a hidden receiver, you can buy a small box that will receive a UHF signal from your UHF (not infra-red) remote (assuming your remote has the ability to...
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 04-15-2015, 03:47 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 7,570
Posted By wlanford
I can't tell from the above discussion whether or...

I can't tell from the above discussion whether or not a standard propane 1/4" male quick-connect will work with the auxiliary quick-connect female that comes on newer Airstreams. Does anyone know...
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