Journey with Confidence RV GPS App RV Trip Planner RV LIFE Campground Reviews RV Maintenance Take a Speed Test Free 7 Day Trial ×
 

Go Back   Airstream Forums > Search Forums
Click Here to Login
Register Vendors FAQ Community Calendar Today's Posts Search Log in

Showing results 1 to 50 of 288
Search took 0.04 seconds.
Search: Posts Made By: Air99
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 07-06-2019, 02:43 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 10,823
Posted By Air99
I think the ice cubes method in the black tank...

I think the ice cubes method in the black tank should be avoided if you have a macerator pump in the discharge side, as in the AI, if not completely thaw out the ice would jamb up the cutter blades,...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 07-02-2019, 05:52 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,760
Posted By Air99
Good to know, thanks!

Good to know, thanks!
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 07-02-2019, 03:43 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,760
Posted By Air99
Thanks for the tip, the Apple CarPlay...

Thanks for the tip, the Apple CarPlay compatibility is a big deal but I see your iPhone is still hanging in the picture. Is it true that you can stash the phone away and control its google map from...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 05-02-2019, 03:33 PM
Replies: 1,854
Views: 463,010
Posted By Air99
+1 [emoji106]

+1 [emoji106]
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 04-03-2019, 10:01 PM
Replies: 124
Views: 43,705
Posted By Air99
To save your sanity try this, it also works great...

To save your sanity try this, it also works great with the generator running too:
...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 04-01-2019, 09:37 AM
Replies: 1,465
Views: 366,590
Posted By Air99
Ok I see, you are on the mainland side. Thanks

Ok I see, you are on the mainland side. Thanks
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 03-27-2019, 09:18 PM
Replies: 1,465
Views: 366,590
Posted By Air99
Are you actually taking your rig down Baja...

Are you actually taking your rig down Baja California side? Would love to hear about your trip if so. You can PM me anytime, thanks in advance.
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 03-19-2019, 11:20 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 6,867
Posted By Air99
Welcome aboard! Our queen size memory foam topper...

Welcome aboard! Our queen size memory foam topper from Costco is slightly narrower in width, leaving about 3” gaps on both sides, and slightly longer than the sofa laying flat with the jumper seats,...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 03-16-2019, 04:53 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,690
Posted By Air99
It may help pass some HOA requirements who knows...

It may help pass some HOA requirements who knows [emoji23]
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 02-26-2019, 07:51 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,199
Posted By Air99
Here’s the original post... ...

Here’s the original post...

https://www.airforums.com/forums/f240/regen-in-action-176014.html
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 02-26-2019, 07:34 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,199
Posted By Air99
We’re on the tail end of another 10km 2.5 months...

We’re on the tail end of another 10km 2.5 months winter trip south, still got 1,200 miles to go. Dumbo is running flawlessly this time (minus the electric step that just quit), after last summer...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 12-11-2018, 01:21 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 6,030
Posted By Air99
Such a great idea from Alex I had to copy it but...

Such a great idea from Alex I had to copy it but going the opposite end of being classy for the sake of space and stowage, using a 14” pizza tray ($7.99 HomeGood) and a plastic floor drain ($5.99...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 12-11-2018, 10:51 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,245
Posted By Air99
Under pressure when used with a quick shutoff...

Under pressure when used with a quick shutoff spigot tip, my faucet neck blew out from this joint and made a big mess, and that was from RV water pump 45 psi. 329488
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 12-07-2018, 10:37 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 6,030
Posted By Air99
Agreed, it’s better than original! I’ll copy it...

Agreed, it’s better than original! I’ll copy it and mount the base off-center so I could swivel it for even more flexibility.
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 12-01-2018, 02:43 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 15,611
Posted By Air99
Nice job Alex! Really appreciate having you on...

Nice job Alex! Really appreciate having you on the forum tackling technical stuff [emoji106]
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 12-01-2018, 02:13 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,078
Posted By Air99
Haha so the bank raid was successful [emoji12],...

Haha so the bank raid was successful [emoji12], big congrats on your new rig!
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 11-29-2018, 03:22 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,632
Posted By Air99
Very common, happened to mine also, these 2 are...

Very common, happened to mine also, these 2 are shorter ones holding the cutter/pump chambers to the motor front, made of soft brass, the other 2 bolts are longer to reach to the back end of the...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 11-28-2018, 11:42 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 941
Posted By Air99
Thanks Swilly43 for the detail info, a no lay...

Thanks Swilly43 for the detail info, a no lay down n dirty oil change, I knew MB dealer does same on my sedan instead of having to remove the aerodynamic cover underneath the engine w/ 8 screws! I’ve...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 11-27-2018, 09:34 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 864
Posted By Air99
I don’t seem to have problem with the switch on...

I don’t seem to have problem with the switch on my lounge model since the chair back is guarding it. I googled and found a couple that may work for you...
328664
328665
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 11-11-2018, 02:20 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 7,915
Posted By Air99
That’s Quivira in Cabo, all you can drink and eat...

That’s Quivira in Cabo, all you can drink and eat while you golf, uh what golf, I don’t remember [emoji23]
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 11-11-2018, 09:40 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 7,915
Posted By Air99
Somehow I can’t get the “raccoon” effect out of...

Somehow I can’t get the “raccoon” effect out of my head but hey, beauty is in the eyes of the beer holder, cheers [emoji482]!
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 11-06-2018, 11:08 AM
Replies: 94
Views: 14,417
Posted By Air99
This is just awful experience for you guys, sorry...

This is just awful experience for you guys, sorry to hear! I recalled seeing the DIY setup by Boxster and others were much more robust, this looks flimsy!
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 11-06-2018, 10:32 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,081
Posted By Air99
Oh no apologies necessary but my, what a trip...

Oh no apologies necessary but my, what a trip you’ve been on [emoji33], can’t wait to hear about it! My bad for leaving the needle nosed pliers in the pic but it was not used at all, the filter film...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 11-05-2018, 11:54 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,081
Posted By Air99
Update: So here’s the tool and trick to pop out...

Update: So here’s the tool and trick to pop out just the lens holder, it’s the innermost ring, using a small (the gap you insert to pry out is extremely fine so you may have to sharpen the head) flat...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-29-2018, 11:25 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 15,743
Posted By Air99
On my 2014.5 EXT they are just round metal loops...

On my 2014.5 EXT they are just round metal loops and they are freaking loud when scraping, to protect the pretty fiberglass cladding cover the rear bumper, I was able to back out both times without...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-25-2018, 12:47 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 879
Posted By Air99
Oops, the device link here...326264

Oops, the device link here...326264
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-25-2018, 12:46 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 879
Posted By Air99
I would also leave the MaxxFan rooftop open and...

I would also leave the MaxxFan rooftop open and set it to turn on Auto if interior temp reaches 87 degrees. One device I found useful to keep track of battery status is a $35 Bluetooth battery...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-15-2018, 12:18 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,858
Posted By Air99
Thanks for the great info on user experience, I’m...

Thanks for the great info on user experience, I’m watching the LP Watt system closely since propane is already on board.
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-15-2018, 12:12 PM
Replies: 1,854
Views: 463,010
Posted By Air99
Good one [emoji106]!

Good one [emoji106]!
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-15-2018, 12:06 PM
Replies: 326
Views: 73,190
Posted By Air99
Wonderful news and here hoping you many more...

Wonderful news and here hoping you many more happy miles!
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-12-2018, 11:11 AM
Replies: 261
Views: 48,960
Posted By Air99
It’s possible on the assembly line to have...

It’s possible on the assembly line to have different workers cut and mount each utility outlets, so the results maybe different. QA/QC or lack there of within the RV industry, you just got to do your...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-10-2018, 12:07 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,434
Posted By Air99
My original Porsche battery lasted 7 years and...

My original Porsche battery lasted 7 years and were replaced by a Kirkland branded Costco in 2007, it’s still going strong with a $10 trickle charger hooked up to it (light duty of a fair weather...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-07-2018, 11:09 AM
Replies: 261
Views: 48,960
Posted By Air99
I’m with Boxster, my 2014.5 has paint bubbles...

I’m with Boxster, my 2014.5 has paint bubbles forming around both fresh water inlets and battery vent cutouts. I took them apart and sure enough it’s all rusted. Previous owner was from Florida so...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-05-2018, 12:39 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,443
Posted By Air99
I use the native app Reminders on iPhone to check...

I use the native app Reminders on iPhone to check off my list when decamp:
324469
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-05-2018, 12:33 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,443
Posted By Air99
#5 - Because it’s your most timid and vulnerable...

#5 - Because it’s your most timid and vulnerable moments [emoji23]
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-05-2018, 12:22 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,504
Posted By Air99
If the macerator is stuck, its fuse may be blown...

If the macerator is stuck, its fuse may be blown also, use a screwdriver to free it first then check fuse. As with the lit black valve, can you keep depressing the switch while try opening the grey...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 09-30-2018, 08:30 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 18,140
Posted By Air99
Have anyone heard of this WATT system, using...

Have anyone heard of this WATT system, using propane to generate electricity without combustion, The Holy Grail for boondockers, sounds too good to be true?

https://youtu.be/naQk7RrWUdI
...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 09-25-2018, 11:21 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 5,665
Posted By Air99
Alex - I see some improvement in your new step...

Alex - I see some improvement in your new step but I’m afraid it’s still not quite enough to allow for “face-out” exiting due to potential heel slipping.
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 09-25-2018, 11:09 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,008
Posted By Air99
Agreed with Titus, most likely a hose clamp (or...

Agreed with Titus, most likely a hose clamp (or clamps, or fittings) slippage, in to and coming out of, the hose drum, rather than any debris blockage. As designed, most blockage would occur within...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 09-25-2018, 07:50 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,081
Posted By Air99
Tronadora: Great idea, the “hospital” white...

Tronadora: Great idea, the “hospital” white lights, as wife called them, we rarely used. If you can sketch a disassembly method of the lens it would be very helpful, I’m afraid of breaking something...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 09-20-2018, 02:34 PM
Replies: 261
Views: 48,960
Posted By Air99
It’s read AIR-REAM(ed), how appropriate [emoji23]

It’s read AIR-REAM(ed), how appropriate [emoji23]
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 09-20-2018, 02:30 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,693
Posted By Air99
It’s YOLO baby [emoji106] Sounds like an awesome...

It’s YOLO baby [emoji106] Sounds like an awesome trip in the 4x4!
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 09-19-2018, 08:51 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 18,101
Posted By Air99
I hate to see them ducks falling into the...

I hate to see them ducks falling into the toilet/black tank, did you use the rated wall anchors under each one [emoji23]
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 09-17-2018, 02:44 PM
Replies: 214
Views: 43,227
Posted By Air99
Never seen a Sprinter with a crane! Eat your...

Never seen a Sprinter with a crane! Eat your hearts out, Transit and Pro-Master owners! [emoji23]
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 09-16-2018, 10:52 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,582
Posted By Air99
As the frost builds thicker around the cooling...

As the frost builds thicker around the cooling plate surrounding the “freezer” section of the fridge, causing the flap door to bind and not close properly, this in turn will send more cold air from...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 09-08-2018, 09:36 AM
Replies: 1,465
Views: 366,590
Posted By Air99
+1! Just came back from dealer service for check...

+1! Just came back from dealer service for check engine light, code P20BD for “DEF reductant fluid tank heater circuit open”, this device thaws DEF in freezing temp (why now right in the middle of...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 09-07-2018, 06:58 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 886
Posted By Air99
[emoji106] glad you found it!

[emoji106] glad you found it!
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 09-04-2018, 06:14 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,293
Posted By Air99
Battery Losing Charge!!

Hope this helps, snapshots of voltage profiles during our recent 3 nights camping trip to Crater Lake with daytime temps in the 70 and nights in the 50. Our batteries are four Group 24-12v Costco...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 09-02-2018, 12:24 PM
Replies: 214
Views: 43,227
Posted By Air99
May have something to do with the high...

May have something to do with the high perch...the sensation of speed is less versus something low to the ground, I was once scared s**tless as a passenger in a MG Midget but was told “relax man,...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 08-30-2018, 09:12 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 11,497
Posted By Air99
Desperate times call for desperate measures...

Desperate times call for desperate measures [emoji33] we’ve done that a few times and sleeping with earplugs on!
Showing results 1 to 50 of 288

 

Featured Campgrounds

Reviews provided by

Disclaimer:

This website is not affiliated with or endorsed by the Airstream, Inc. or any of its affiliates. Airstream is a registered trademark of Airstream Inc. All rights reserved. Airstream trademark used under license to Social Knowledge LLC.



All times are GMT -6. The time now is 08:16 AM.


Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.8 Beta 1
Copyright ©2000 - 2024, Jelsoft Enterprises Ltd.