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Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 12-11-2022, 05:39 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,947
Posted By Offack
I agree with Boxite, money well spent, and we...

I agree with Boxite, money well spent, and we have tried them all. Only suggestion is to mount your fork mounts on 2x4 fitting the rear of your truck bed . Thatway you can hold forks in your hands...
Forum: Tires 11-25-2022, 10:56 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,219
Posted By Offack
I guess prices have changed drastically in last...

I guess prices have changed drastically in last year or so, may also be different drum size, but last spring I did all 4 wheels on our 25 ft stream and paid 625 for each drum with bearings installed...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 08-19-2022, 06:45 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,485
Posted By Offack
Here’s thought. Down to your local u-haul and...

Here’s thought. Down to your local u-haul and rent a small enclosed trailer, load er up with all your stuff, not dogs, they get the back seat forever, head to dealer to pu stream, turn in u-haul to...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 04-28-2022, 06:23 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,278
Posted By Offack
Wow, who has a space shuttle?

Wow, who has a space shuttle?
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 03-05-2022, 06:00 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,912
Posted By Offack
Got two Kermit chairs.....one from he original ...

Got two Kermit chairs.....one from he original “Kermit”, one from, well whoever bought out “Kermit”. Both are identical in workmanship, easy to store, pretty darn comfortable, and they like to...
Forum: On The Road... 11-17-2021, 02:58 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,864
Posted By Offack
Been an easy coaster a long time. Give yourself...

Been an easy coaster a long time. Give yourself 3 days . Get off 95 every now and then and enjoy the ride. Really nice coastal rds that can get you there with nary a freeway. There is even a boat...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 04-22-2021, 12:12 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,226
Posted By Offack
Afternoon all I have 25 flying...

Afternoon all
I have 25 flying cloud with beds in front. With pro-pride I had problems with the storage locker and tower jacks. Really does kinda stink. Especially with a sore old back....
Forum: Tires 12-01-2020, 10:02 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 5,738
Posted By Offack
Stay off the gravel and pea stone resurfaced...

Stay off the gravel and pea stone resurfaced highways. No telling where those tires will toss the little buggers.
But I have to admit, as trends go, pretty good looking!
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 09-06-2020, 10:57 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 16,910
Posted By Offack
Good looking cabinets. All very nicely done. On...

Good looking cabinets. All very nicely done. On the other extreme end, what we have used for multiple years, always left full, returned full, but not the same bottles, capacity, 9 each, total 18, (...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 03-29-2020, 11:52 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,509
Posted By Offack
2014 25 ft front twins. When new, not loaded,...

2014 25 ft front twins. When new, not loaded, no hitch ,one bottle propane with whatever the dealer put in, weighed in about1040. Since then have installed, pro pride hitch , filled both bottles...
Forum: Our Community 12-30-2019, 06:20 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,566
Posted By Offack
Was up there yesterday and Got the news. RV 1 I...

Was up there yesterday and Got the news. RV 1 I was told , is the buyer. Retirement is the deal......remember, what most of us did before we went streaming! What may be bad news for us, is great news...
Forum: On The Road... 11-05-2019, 08:26 AM
Replies: 264
Views: 40,762
Posted By Offack
We use a box fan. About 30"x30". Living down...

We use a box fan. About 30"x30". Living down south this is one of the first things loaded in the truck. We set it about 2 ft off the ground blowing from rear of trailer to front. Rear entryway...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 11-02-2019, 02:31 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,574
Posted By Offack
Glad to see it worked out for you. I did the same...

Glad to see it worked out for you. I did the same a couple years ago on my 2500hd and was very pleased on the results.
A couple of notes..
Get a really good set of flaps...those suckers...
Forum: 2016 - Current Classic (all lengths) 10-29-2019, 03:01 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,533
Posted By Offack
Bob, Don't discount the local makers....

Bob,
Don't discount the local makers. We were in worse shape than you.....220 lbs on airstream twin in flying cloud. My posterior was on the wood before 1st year was even close to being...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 10-10-2019, 11:47 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,103
Posted By Offack
Interesting, I have chev 2500 and actually had...

Interesting, I have chev 2500 and actually had to weld "ribbons" with just the rod, then file to fit as my pro pride stinger was to sloppy in the hitch. Nothing on Sean, pretty sure his QC is lot...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 08-20-2019, 07:03 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,377
Posted By Offack
I use the yeti cable lock. Long enough to go...

I use the yeti cable lock. Long enough to go around just about any pedestal, lock and cable are one. Cable fits easy through that little aluminum deal that is on the surge protector, so the yeti lock...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 08-15-2019, 10:30 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,497
Posted By Offack
Sorry that would be Lipperts Rick

Sorry that would be Lipperts
Rick
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 08-15-2019, 10:26 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,497
Posted By Offack
Not to jack the thread, but I also use the strap...

Not to jack the thread, but I also use the strap tek for adjusting my pro pride hitch. Wouldn't have anything else . If your head is bouncing around to much during hookup or realease, you have taken...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 07-27-2019, 05:48 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,500
Posted By Offack
Not likely......If your tow vehicle is a pu with...

Not likely......If your tow vehicle is a pu with 8 ft bed, put it in the truck...other than that I hope you are a couple ,cause somebody will be riding mc !
I believe weight on back of AS is...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 07-26-2019, 03:30 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,447
Posted By Offack
On my 25 ft FB twin the bedroom tv swivel out and...

On my 25 ft FB twin the bedroom tv swivel out and moves all around......now that's 2014 model .....maybe you got an upgrade, non movable!
On ours there is a black piece webbing that hangs...
Forum: General Repair Forum 07-20-2019, 12:52 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,142
Posted By Offack
Live just down the road in Micanopy Fl, both of...

Live just down the road in Micanopy Fl, both of the two airstream s I have owned have had all service done at JD Sanders. These folks are "down south" and know what they are doing. Besides if they...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 07-15-2019, 06:20 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 6,918
Posted By Offack
One of the quickest ways to convince the "DW" to...

One of the quickest ways to convince the "DW" to upgrade to a dually 1 ton is to hookup to 5th wheel on a really hot day when asphalt is not at its best, hitch your 3/4/ ton and go for a ride....
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 06-30-2019, 05:35 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 6,403
Posted By Offack
Once I have pulled away from the coach, I close...

Once I have pulled away from the coach, I close the over centering latches, facing forward, then run the safety chains trough them effectively blocking receiver hole and put a really welll built...
Forum: On The Road... 06-29-2019, 03:03 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,116
Posted By Offack
We are planning on being up thataway late aug...

We are planning on being up thataway late aug through early oct. I know it will be cooler than Here in Florida (home base) and if my memory serves me correctly local ponds, lakes, etc will bring your...
Forum: On The Road... 06-29-2019, 05:34 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,180
Posted By Offack
I've got to agree with deltaron. If buying at...

I've got to agree with deltaron. If buying at Colonial, Take Garden State parkway to Cape may, ferry boat to Lewes Delaware, rt 1 south to ocean city, nice camping along this route, 50 west to 113...
Forum: General Repair Forum 06-07-2019, 10:52 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 8,987
Posted By Offack
I found that my inserts in the door were never...

I found that my inserts in the door were never recessed fully. A deeper hole, gorilla glue, rescrew and all is good.
It appears that AS has a problem with these hinges....perhaps this could be a...
Forum: Our Community 06-07-2019, 06:18 AM
Replies: 153
Views: 19,961
Posted By Offack
Rejected as well! Old and retired in...

Rejected as well! Old and retired in Florida.....thought that would be a good choice.....there only a bazillion of us.
So, if we make up rejected "stickers" would we run afoul of patent...
Forum: Tires 05-17-2019, 02:36 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,910
Posted By Offack
Last year before Alaska trek, from Florida, I...

Last year before Alaska trek, from Florida, I changes all tires on TV and Trailer. Put Michelin18" defenders m/s on tv....Same on trailer except 16" . I felt ride was enhanced all around, no problems...
Forum: On The Road... 04-17-2019, 12:55 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 8,028
Posted By Offack
Drove quite a bit a while ago, bout 30 yrs worth,...

Drove quite a bit a while ago, bout 30 yrs worth, and things do change, but I was taught that, states are different, safety first, big rigs 1st two lanes only. So if your hanging in the middle lane,...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 03-30-2019, 03:38 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,727
Posted By Offack
I'm all in for the pool noodle. After thr...

I'm all in for the pool noodle. After thr grandkids leave I sneak one into man cave, cut into 10" sections, use one at time, held in place with small bungee cord . One noodle lasts a long time! I...
Forum: Tires 03-27-2019, 02:29 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,546
Posted By Offack
Sorry, but y'all need to get out of the house and...

Sorry, but y'all need to get out of the house and go camping!
Rick
Forum: Our Community 03-11-2019, 03:54 PM
Replies: 153
Views: 19,961
Posted By Offack
Found it , see what happens

Found it , see what happens
Forum: Our Community 03-11-2019, 03:26 PM
Replies: 153
Views: 19,961
Posted By Offack
Had not heard of this move by Airstream.A great...

Had not heard of this move by Airstream.A great idea if used to its potential. Back around the turn of the century,Man does that sounds old, Pteterbilt (Paccor) came up with an idea they called "The...
Forum: On The Road... 02-17-2019, 04:06 PM
Replies: 178
Views: 30,221
Posted By Offack
Hmmmm, I installed Rock Tamers on...

Hmmmm,
I installed Rock Tamers on my Chevy last yr. Found here in the states they worked great. In BC and Alaska, not so good. Actually added flaps in the middle around the hitch area...
Forum: On The Road... 01-26-2019, 07:25 AM
Replies: 178
Views: 30,221
Posted By Offack
Morning all, Intercoastal waterway is...

Morning all,
Intercoastal waterway is beautiful and one of those "roads" I think all should travel. Due to lack of staterooms my son and I actually camped on top deck by the solarium for...
Forum: On The Road... 12-30-2018, 04:24 PM
Replies: 178
Views: 30,221
Posted By Offack
This could be good! Tires are heated debate...

This could be good! Tires are heated debate around here. For me, and only me, I'm getting on in years and spent a good part of my life under a rig ( read Peterbilt ) fixing stuff. Tires included. ...
Forum: On The Road... 12-27-2018, 07:03 AM
Replies: 178
Views: 30,221
Posted By Offack
My son and I did I this trip in 93 on...

My son and I did I this trip in 93 on motorbikes......this past year I was able to finally get my wife to make the trip . Hard to beat, no matter how you go.
Cinnamon buns seem to be a...
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 12-23-2018, 09:55 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 8,499
Posted By Offack
I can't give a name of someone, but I'm thinking...

I can't give a name of someone, but I'm thinking you want to do what I did. I too have the forward compartment s o building up was out of the question. .
I took a sawsall with appropriate metal...
Forum: Floor Finishes 12-04-2018, 06:39 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,739
Posted By Offack
Agree with Rmkrum, Used to do this for s living...

Agree with Rmkrum, Used to do this for s living back in th 60 -70s. Oh my gosh....I must be that old guy!�� Take your time, pattern, steel straight edge, tape to floor, then transfer to sheet...
Forum: The Pet Forum 04-07-2018, 10:37 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 20,965
Posted By Offack
Cattle dog a.k.a blue healer a.k.a Sadie B. (...

Cattle dog a.k.a blue healer a.k.a Sadie B. ( the B is from her father, Booger)
Go anywhere do anything, good watchdog, complete loyalty, and on fridays or frisbee time, a real pain in the ---! ...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 01-10-2018, 07:17 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 10,307
Posted By Offack
I don't have a. Sprinter or such, just a tin can,...

I don't have a. Sprinter or such, just a tin can, but in reading these posts it appears to me you have sir suspension in you vans. My thought would be , leveling blocks for level, (we all use them,...
Forum: Stella's Kitchen 11-01-2017, 05:41 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 8,680
Posted By Offack
My understading is that a larger the hose equals...

My understading is that a larger the hose equals more volume so more fixtures can be attached to the system. Pressure Stays the same. Kinda like the plumbing in your house. One fixture, 1/2 inch...
Forum: On The Road... 10-30-2017, 07:37 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 5,889
Posted By Offack
Like your attitude. It IS the journey. My...

Like your attitude. It IS the journey. My significant other and I have an agreement. As I drove professionally OTR for many years, interstates, except for emergencies, are taboo. Over the last few...
Forum: Stella's Kitchen 10-28-2017, 04:33 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 8,680
Posted By Offack
I agree with the conversion. Took me about 15...

I agree with the conversion. Took me about 15 minutes to remove reg from Q and put necessary fittings on the hose. Which by the way is about 20ft long. Roll up hose and it rides inside the grill. (...
Forum: General Repair Forum 10-25-2017, 04:49 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 6,775
Posted By Offack
Don't know how big your yard is but this is a...

Don't know how big your yard is but this is a possibility. Here in Florida horse country, where most of us pull horse or cattle trailers, our fences are usually pretty close to boundary but the gates...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 10-21-2017, 04:20 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 6,360
Posted By Offack
We have a 2014 25' FB with twin beds. Three...

We have a 2014 25' FB with twin beds. Three storage lockers in front, one each side and one in the front. Only outside storage other than rear bumper. 3 overhead cabinets plus under bed storage, lots...
Forum: On The Road... 08-06-2017, 05:10 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 6,397
Posted By Offack
One thing that works for us, as there are two of...

One thing that works for us, as there are two of us, is that I leave my better half with the card inside while fueling. That way as soon as fueling is done,it is paid for and the card never leaves...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 08-03-2017, 07:00 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,056
Posted By Offack
An interesting analogy. Here's a thought,...

An interesting analogy. Here's a thought, something we have all done, as testament check all the threads.
Tres! They carry a specific load clearly stated . i for one attempt to buy tires...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 02-14-2017, 05:36 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,792
Posted By Offack
Gotta go the long bed! ...

Gotta go the long bed!

Ever notice how cabover tractors have just about all disappeared (except UPS) and been replaced with long nosed tractors?
First reason...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 11-07-2016, 11:30 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,582
Posted By Offack
Nice work! I'd patent it before Airstream grabs...

Nice work! I'd patent it before Airstream grabs it 😃
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