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Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 10-21-2016, 08:27 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 8,449
Posted By Paul Zmann
Looking at the numbers it will pull most 30'...

Looking at the numbers it will pull most 30' Airstreams, but the 30 foot sliders some will exceed the Titans XD Turbo Diesel'' Capacity.
Forum: Member Introductions 10-21-2016, 09:21 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,893
Posted By Paul Zmann
Thanks for the Welcome. I just missed a 2001 30'...

Thanks for the Welcome. I just missed a 2001 30' with slider. I looked at it continued driving to Norman, OK to see my daughter. I called back a couple of days after looking it over and he said he...
Forum: Our Community 10-19-2016, 09:33 PM
Replies: 7,911
Views: 1,578,783
Posted By Paul Zmann
Sitting watching the News and saw a Nissan add.

Sitting watching the News and saw a Nissan add.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 10-18-2016, 04:34 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 8,449
Posted By Paul Zmann
I am looking at an Airstream 30foot w/ Slide...

I am looking at an Airstream 30foot w/ Slide according to Airstream Specification the UBW 7940#, GCWR 10000#, & a Tongue weight of 1050#. The advertise specifications are usually the Maximum so the...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 10-17-2016, 04:47 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 8,449
Posted By Paul Zmann
I just wanted to trucks payload number, I said...

I just wanted to trucks payload number, I said 1580 lbs, it is actually 1598 lbs. I just wanted to correct my mistake.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 10-16-2016, 06:32 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 8,449
Posted By Paul Zmann
As a daily driver I'm getting approximately 17.5...

As a daily driver I'm getting approximately 17.5 MPG in to 21.0 MPG highway. I haven't towed anything with it yet. My payload is something like 1580 lbs, tow capacity for my truck is 11900 lbs. It...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 10-08-2016, 02:39 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,627
Posted By Paul Zmann
The Sticker on the wall of the Trailer says it...

The Sticker on the wall of the Trailer says it GVWR 9100 lbs, 8158 UVW, 60 gallon fresh water 504 lbs, 13.3 Gallons of Propane 60 lbs leaving a Capacity of 378 Lbs. I can't find the Tongue weight...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 10-05-2016, 08:41 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,776
Posted By Paul Zmann
One question, are you going to move all of your...

One question, are you going to move all of your belongings fro the couch on the front of the trailer to the headboard at the back of the trailer? Pots, pans, food, clothes etc. if the would have...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 10-05-2016, 07:48 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,776
Posted By Paul Zmann
Watching tha video, it is kind of deceptive. ...

Watching tha video, it is kind of deceptive. Some issues:
1) is the trailer weight within the tow limit of the car.
2) all cargo is shifted from the front to the rear, not likely.
3) the...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 10-02-2016, 09:32 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,627
Posted By Paul Zmann
I found a 2001 30' Excellia with a Slide Out. ...

I found a 2001 30' Excellia with a Slide Out. Pretty good condition, no dents or damage. I personally believe the price is too high but it is one of the 70th Anniversary editions. Any inputs pro or...
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 10-02-2016, 09:28 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,969
Posted By Paul Zmann
I do not use a razor blade, I use a rag. It may...

I do not use a razor blade, I use a rag. It may take two wipe downs the best product I have ever used!
Forum: Our Community 10-02-2016, 07:26 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,094
Posted By Paul Zmann
Bengal Wasp Spay. Every time I've used their...

Bengal Wasp Spay. Every time I've used their Roach Spay I have been amazed at how well it works.
Forum: On The Road... 10-01-2016, 10:16 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 16,214
Posted By Paul Zmann
I am thinking of driving from Texas to Alaska. ...

I am thinking of driving from Texas to Alaska. Is April 15th too early to consider driving up? I'm a little concerned with the possibility of Snow (I appoligise for using that 4 letter word!) I'd...
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 10-01-2016, 07:34 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,969
Posted By Paul Zmann
I spray on the foam. I go down the entire...

I spray on the foam. I go down the entire leading edge, the struts, the windshield the doors, and the cowling. I go find an old t-shirt rag and start wiping it off at where I started spraying it...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 10-01-2016, 09:31 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,627
Posted By Paul Zmann
100 lbs of dog food in hall by bathroom add find...

100 lbs of dog food in hall by bathroom add find a spot in the trailer to put my tool box about 10 to 15 lbs (15 X 15 = 225 lbs) in the bed room. Takes weight out of the truck, & a lot less weight on...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 09-30-2016, 09:49 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,627
Posted By Paul Zmann
I appreciate you input. I am looking at a 30' AS...

I appreciate you input. I am looking at a 30' AS and I am truly concerned if my Nissan Titan XD will pull it. The numbers look good to me. With a a towing capacity of 11,900, I personally think it...
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 09-29-2016, 10:36 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,969
Posted By Paul Zmann
I would recommend a product I buy from Sam's or...

I would recommend a product I buy from Sam's or Wally Mart. Since a lot of people park in Wally Mart. It give you a product you could buy during a stop. I fly an experimental aircraft with...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 09-29-2016, 10:18 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,627
Posted By Paul Zmann
Even if I subtract the 380 lbs for my wife,...

Even if I subtract the 380 lbs for my wife, myself, and my dog. That is still within the 15%. I doubt I would ever load the AS to full 10,000 lbs. Oh, crud I have to take into account dog food, a...
Forum: On The Road... 09-29-2016, 09:06 PM
Replies: 2,893
Views: 711,011
Posted By Paul Zmann
I can see the news media commentary. Airstream...

I can see the news media commentary. Airstream run over by Republican add campaign?
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 09-29-2016, 09:03 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,627
Posted By Paul Zmann
What about a 30' with the Nissan Titan XD? I'm...

What about a 30' with the Nissan Titan XD? I'm in that quandary. The tow capacity of an XD is 11,900 #. Well within 15% pushing 20%.
Forum: Member Introductions 09-26-2016, 04:55 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,894
Posted By Paul Zmann
I thought the 2 lbs trade off on payload was made...

I thought the 2 lbs trade off on payload was made up with it's ability to 2,928 lbs more in Towing Capacity.

If I end up getting a 30 foot AS, they can be upwards of 8900 to 10,300 lbs and the...
Forum: On The Road... 09-26-2016, 04:44 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,624
Posted By Paul Zmann
How did you develop that URL that link, that was...

How did you develop that URL that link, that was cool.
At first I thought it was a bad link & then it typed everything.

I normally just copy the URL and paste it in. ...
Forum: Member Introductions 09-26-2016, 04:30 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,894
Posted By Paul Zmann
I looked at both the Dodge (I've owned a Ram 2500...

I looked at both the Dodge (I've owned a Ram 2500 with a Cummins), and the Nissan. I was never pleased with the Dodge, the engine was great but the Truck fell apart around the engine, and it road...
Forum: On The Road... 09-24-2016, 07:46 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,962
Posted By Paul Zmann
That's why I carry a .38 don't want overkill!...

That's why I carry a .38 don't want overkill! :lol: I only have a six round clip, but I carry 2 spares. I'm sure I could waste that little perp, he would have been pushing up Daisy's. Actually...
Forum: On The Road... 09-24-2016, 02:47 PM
Replies: 1,293
Views: 537,179
Posted By Paul Zmann
RV Parking at the local Wally Mart. I did a...

RV Parking at the local Wally Mart. I did a google search and came up with this.
There is a Wall Mart Locator Website that talks about where to stay and the over night park etiquette.

Here is...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 09-22-2016, 09:11 PM
Replies: 163
Views: 15,776
Posted By Paul Zmann
Neither was I.

Neither was I.
Forum: Member Introductions 09-21-2016, 09:11 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,615
Posted By Paul Zmann
Howdy AV8R73, from a wannabe in Dallas.

Howdy AV8R73, from a wannabe in Dallas.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 09-21-2016, 12:56 PM
Replies: 163
Views: 15,776
Posted By Paul Zmann
I've had a Toyota, Dodge & now the Nissan. The...

I've had a Toyota, Dodge & now the Nissan. The Nissan is best of the 3. I paid about $42500 for the truck. My wife 125 lbs, I'm 200, that's 325 lbs. it's good for me. I guess you need a 1 ton Beast.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 09-21-2016, 09:51 AM
Replies: 163
Views: 15,776
Posted By Paul Zmann
My newTow Vehicle "Bi-Bi" the Blue Beast

I'm looking at a 2000, 30 foot with a slider. At 9100 GVWR the Nissan should pull it well, and the Blue stripe matches the truck pretty well!
Forum: Tow Vehicles 09-21-2016, 09:49 AM
Replies: 163
Views: 15,776
Posted By Paul Zmann
My new tow vehicle "Bi-Bi" the Blue Beast"

Alluminati posted the following.
"So this evening I gathered some factoids from Google. These are all subject to correction, but since the source was the same for all, there were no favorites. If I...
Forum: Member Introductions 09-18-2016, 01:20 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,894
Posted By Paul Zmann
New to the Forum - contemplating a 25-28 foot Airstream

Yes, I have watched LoLoHo's videos. I've read 2 of their books and watched several of their videos. I've been wanting to drive up for several years. I'll be lone wolfing it for the drive, my wife...
Forum: Member Introductions 09-18-2016, 12:43 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,894
Posted By Paul Zmann
New to the Forum - contemplating a 25-28 foot Airstream

Thanks for the inputs, from what I'm hearing a 30' wouldn't be bad either. I have a 2016 Nissan Titan XD with a 5.0 Liter Cummins V8, that can tow a 12,000 pound trailer. So towing a 30' wouldn't be...
Forum: Member Introductions 09-18-2016, 08:55 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,894
Posted By Paul Zmann
New to the Forum - contemplating a 25-28 foot Airstream.

I'm looking for an Airstream. I am contemplating a 2000 to 2010 model, 25 foot to a 28 foot. I don't want to restore or rebuild one. I am planning a trip from Dallas Texas to Valdez, Alaska for...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 09-17-2016, 09:51 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,767
Posted By Paul Zmann
Personally, I believe Audi aka Volkswagen does...

Personally, I believe Audi aka Volkswagen does not want the liability of you towing a large trailer. They already have enough liability issues with their diesel pollution issue with the US.
Forum: On The Road... 09-17-2016, 09:36 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,609
Posted By Paul Zmann
Vacation plan

I have started a trip plan from Dallas to Alaska. I found Road Trippers, it allows over 25 waypoints, and will give to things to see & do, campsites etc. As I've said I'm planning my bucket list...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 09-17-2016, 08:57 PM
Replies: 163
Views: 15,776
Posted By Paul Zmann
Nissan Titan XD with a Cummins Diesel 5.9L V8

I just bought a Nissan Titan XD with a Cummins Diesel 5.9L V8. If you look at the towing capacity at the front of this thread it has one of the better towing capacities. I am looking at a 30 foot...
Forum: Our Community 08-30-2016, 11:16 AM
Replies: 7,911
Views: 1,578,783
Posted By Paul Zmann
It's not an Airstream it's a Flexible!

I relatively new to the Airstream Forum, I'm driving up to look at a 2008 30' Airstream next week. I went to get an Oil Change on my Truck and I saw this Flexible Motor Home and had to share it. I...
Forum: Winter Living 08-29-2016, 10:18 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 68,984
Posted By Paul Zmann
Just head to San Antonio, or South Texas no...

Just head to San Antonio, or South Texas no problem with Winter weather.
Forum: General Repair Forum 08-27-2016, 09:33 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,426
Posted By Paul Zmann
I also found this ling in the forum, there is a...

I also found this ling in the forum, there is a really through check list. I need to print it out to go look at an Airstream next week. ...
Forum: General Repair Forum 08-27-2016, 09:28 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,426
Posted By Paul Zmann
Go to the Airstream Classifieds, the below link...

Go to the Airstream Classifieds, the below link will take you directly to the search. I clicked on the Classified Link above, and it takes me to the Classifieds, but I could hunt an peck all day...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 08-26-2016, 10:29 PM
Replies: 163
Views: 15,776
Posted By Paul Zmann
Towing

I just bought a 2016 Nissan Titan XD SL Model with a Cummins diesel. I use to have a Dodge 2500 with a Cummins, a Dodge Dakota, and a Toyota Tacoma. I decided I wanted something to tow a Trailer,...
Forum: Member Introductions 08-26-2016, 05:44 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 637
Posted By Paul Zmann
Hello from Garland, Texas

Hello, finally I get to post. I am on several forums and know how to navigate them pretty well. However for some reason when I first signed up it would allow me to sign in but I couldn't do any...
Forum: Member Introductions 08-26-2016, 05:15 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,893
Posted By Paul Zmann
Best of luck from one newby to another. I'm...

Best of luck from one newby to another. I'm looking for an Airstream as well, I want one from 2000 to 2016, I'm looking for going on a long driving vacation.
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