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Forum: Insurance & Claims Yesterday, 08:35 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 6,676
Posted By Mollysdad
I have Geico. They bundle the auto and RV...

I have Geico. They bundle the auto and RV policies. My bill is $1300/6 mo.
I thought that was too much so I called Progressive yesterday.
They don't offer a bundle with an RV, but they do offer a...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 04-24-2024, 08:05 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,847
Posted By Mollysdad
The "L" brackets have a lot of downward force...

The "L" brackets have a lot of downward force applied. This is where the sway control happens, as you turn or the trailer gets off center it must overcome the friction of the bars sliding back and...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 04-20-2024, 07:21 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 418
Posted By Mollysdad
I always offset the two temperatures to prevent...

I always offset the two temperatures to prevent that.
If zone one is 75º, I'll set zone two at 78º.
Forum: Tires 04-16-2024, 06:58 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 716
Posted By Mollysdad
My Tundra came with Bridgestone. They wore...

My Tundra came with Bridgestone. They wore quickly. I switched to Michelin Defenders and they've been fantastic, except they're no longer made. I'll always have Michelins on my truck.
Forum: On The Road... 04-15-2024, 07:42 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 355
Posted By Mollysdad
Black fly season. But, IMO I could have skipped...

Black fly season.
But, IMO I could have skipped most of N.S. because it looks like Ohio. I was blown away by a couple places, the Cabot trail, 160 miles around the Cape Breton Highlands. Then we...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 04-13-2024, 09:22 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 6,736
Posted By Mollysdad
Remember, the rear bumper storage gets wet. I...

Remember, the rear bumper storage gets wet.
I store the sewer hoses and assorted fittings, and a 'sandbag' of gravel to flop over the sewer discharge so it doesn't take off.
Awning hook.
Forum: On The Road... 04-13-2024, 09:15 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,400
Posted By Mollysdad
I always have a handful of "Projects" that are...

I always have a handful of "Projects" that are half finished or in the planning stage. I want to re-do the rear camera, measure the propane lines and replace before it's needed, or add a gas strut to...
Forum: General Interior Topics 04-11-2024, 08:26 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 10,179
Posted By Mollysdad
I was surprised when I lowered my tire pressure...

I was surprised when I lowered my tire pressure from 65 psi to 60 psi, no hangers made a break for it.
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 04-07-2024, 07:30 AM
Replies: 195
Views: 51,360
Posted By Mollysdad
Beautiful installation, but I have a question. I...

Beautiful installation, but I have a question. I see the four fans take air from the cabin and push it into the space behind the fridge. But I don't see an exit for it, am I missing something?
Forum: Jacks, Stabilizers, Lifting and Leveling 04-06-2024, 06:55 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,914
Posted By Mollysdad
In 2016 wasn't the stock jack an Attwood? ...

In 2016 wasn't the stock jack an Attwood?

The jack IIRC has a round shaft with a cross pin.
Forum: Tires 04-05-2024, 07:57 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 461
Posted By Mollysdad
There is a GoodYear service center in Destin....

There is a GoodYear service center in Destin. Looks to be right across 98 from Henderson Beach SP.
If you're getting GYEndurance, why not get a quote from GY?
I used to be Discount Tire's biggest...
Forum: Photography 04-04-2024, 07:17 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 459
Posted By Mollysdad
Our techs used a thermal camera to shoot the...

Our techs used a thermal camera to shoot the power bays where the cam lock cables connect. They wanted to see if one was hotter than normal and head off a fire or melt down.
Forum: Winterizing, Storage, Carports & Covers 04-01-2024, 10:41 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,102
Posted By Mollysdad
Although most manufacturers do it, the PEX crimp...

Although most manufacturers do it, the PEX crimp should not be used with flexible tubing, like yours, or even the reinforced flexible tubing.
Forum: Boondocking 03-31-2024, 11:18 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,371
Posted By Mollysdad
If the equation is: Watts/dollar a generator...

If the equation is: Watts/dollar a generator always wins.
Solar has a place, is gaining in popularity but at a much higher cost per unit.

I have my Honda 3000IS and it lives in the truck, mostly....
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 03-31-2024, 11:14 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 7,544
Posted By Mollysdad
Understandable. My gripe with newbies looking...

Understandable.
My gripe with newbies looking into e-bikes is their first question is "How fast does it go?"

Before long, we'll lose our rights to ride on sidewalks and park trails because some...
Forum: Boondocking 03-31-2024, 09:26 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,371
Posted By Mollysdad
One reason the Honda 3000is is so heavy is it...

One reason the Honda 3000is is so heavy is it carries 4.6 gallons of gas. That's a lot of run time vs. the Honda 2000 or 3200.


I love it. One generator charging another "generator"! :lol:

I...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 03-31-2024, 09:19 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,441
Posted By Mollysdad
I like the Rino-flex 10' sections. They accordion...

I like the Rino-flex 10' sections. They accordion down very well. Since I use the bumper storage I fashioned a couple of 1/2" PVC erector set devices to hold it compressed, but still have air flow....
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-29-2024, 08:33 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 6,023
Posted By Mollysdad
If I was shopping for a new truck and the...

If I was shopping for a new truck and the salesman said, "BTW, it requires premium fuel" I'd be out the door.

Premium fuel does not have more energy than regular fuel. What it does have is more...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-28-2024, 07:17 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 6,023
Posted By Mollysdad
Thanks to Ethanol, for lower mileage and higher...

Thanks to Ethanol, for lower mileage and higher cost.


Many do. I guess not "properly".:lol:


Not only the up front cost, but also the possible repairs, filters, oil, DEF, and the biggie,...
Forum: General Interior Topics 03-28-2024, 07:09 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 385
Posted By Mollysdad
I went through the owner's manual and the wiring...

I went through the owner's manual and the wiring to the propane detector is not mentioned. However, checking the "air forums search" bar seems like changing the detector blows the inline fuse, a 1...
Forum: Audio, Video & TV 03-27-2024, 03:31 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 358
Posted By Mollysdad
I'm for a soundbar as the easiest way to improve...

I'm for a soundbar as the easiest way to improve trailer audio.
How you connect depends on the TV and the soundbar. You might have HDMI, Audio L/R, Optical, Bluetooth, and even the humble headphone...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 03-27-2024, 07:01 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 7,570
Posted By Mollysdad
Those of us who shot film for decades know that...

Those of us who shot film for decades know that there's a difference in color temperature. Daylight is about 5600K, while incandescent is about 3400K. Rather than stock two types of film, I'd buy the...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 03-26-2024, 07:42 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 533
Posted By Mollysdad
That wouldn't bother me. Older Sway Pros had a...

That wouldn't bother me.
Older Sway Pros had a spring pin that went in that hole. The problem was the spring only engaged a slot in the pin, so it fell out and was lost. Blue OX redesigned the...
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 03-26-2024, 07:29 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,053
Posted By Mollysdad
I tried to glean some information from your...

I tried to glean some information from your pictures. It appears you have the dreaded curved cabinet doors. (Not used currently.)
Is the oven next to the area shown? If so and you can get some...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 03-23-2024, 07:34 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,320
Posted By Mollysdad
I just ordered a few of these from Upstream...

I just ordered a few of these from Upstream Outfitters.
All the restrictions are gone, but it retains the original exterior metal cover (small screw.) I was impressed by the clever system to hold...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 03-23-2024, 07:15 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 6,255
Posted By Mollysdad
My point being that no one worried about front...

My point being that no one worried about front end separation except those affected until KYD posted a video, and now it's the rage. Last year it was bike racks on the rear of Airstreams.
"I think I...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 03-22-2024, 07:32 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 6,255
Posted By Mollysdad
The power of social media. KYD does a video and...

The power of social media.
KYD does a video and suddenly everyone is worried.
"My front storage door lock is frozen."
Sounds like front end separation, for sure. :lol:
Forum: Vintage Kin 03-22-2024, 07:29 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,333
Posted By Mollysdad
The Bolus reminds me of a small private jet. ...

The Bolus reminds me of a small private jet.
Expensive, cramped, classy, but not much in the amenities department.
Forum: Audio, Video & TV 03-21-2024, 08:39 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,879
Posted By Mollysdad
[According to my manual, there should be a...

[According to my manual, there should be a splitter somewhere that enables you to connect to the front tv location and one for the rear. ]
I believe mine splits in the "antenna booster" which also...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 03-21-2024, 08:36 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 609
Posted By Mollysdad
It's easy to confirm. Remove the lead from the...

It's easy to confirm. Remove the lead from the battery and see what works and what doesn't.
In my case both the converter and inverter are on the street side, but one set of leads goes to the curb...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 03-21-2024, 08:33 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 609
Posted By Mollysdad
With two batteries in parallel, you must switch...

With two batteries in parallel, you must switch both off.
On mine, there are not separate leads from each battery into the coach, rather there's one lead for the converter and another for the...
Forum: Base Camp 03-20-2024, 08:20 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,398
Posted By Mollysdad
Indeed. I have MC-4 connectors and three of the...

Indeed. I have MC-4 connectors and three of the four can be separated with my fingers, the forth requires a tool! Aahgg!:angry:

I'm toying with the concept of using a topper on the truck bed and...
Forum: Tires 03-20-2024, 08:13 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,372
Posted By Mollysdad
I have a 2015 Tundra towing a 26U. The door...

I have a 2015 Tundra towing a 26U.
The door sticker as I recall calls for 35PSi.
When towing I bump the rear to 40PSI.
It's still soft, because Tundras are.
Someday I might add Sumo Springs or...
Forum: Jacks, Stabilizers, Lifting and Leveling 03-20-2024, 08:08 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 255
Posted By Mollysdad
I haven't used one but I think it's a great...

I haven't used one but I think it's a great alternative to an electric jack. I see the base is pre-drilled so you can mount it where the crank is convenient, and it comes with adapter for a cordless...
Forum: Audio, Video & TV 03-19-2024, 07:40 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 821
Posted By Mollysdad
Do you have pets? My Golden sheds enough to make...

Do you have pets? My Golden sheds enough to make another dog every week. I could see the airflow full of hair!
Forum: Base Camp 03-19-2024, 07:34 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,398
Posted By Mollysdad
Good job! Next you'll be adding a 30' Anderson...

Good job!
Next you'll be adding a 30' Anderson extension so you can move the solar suitcase farther away!:punk:
I have a Renogy suitcase and it has MC-4 connectors, so I've adapted from the MC-4 to...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 03-17-2024, 09:28 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,179
Posted By Mollysdad
If you get it, first take that lovely Airstream...

If you get it, first take that lovely Airstream door mat and toss it.
It will leave a black stain on the flooring. (I use mine outside now.)
Forum: Off Topic Forum 03-17-2024, 09:23 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,688
Posted By Mollysdad
With my luck, I'd pull out of Vinnie's after...

With my luck, I'd pull out of Vinnie's after getting the full ceramic treatment, and drive into a hail storm! :w00t2:
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-17-2024, 09:18 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,117
Posted By Mollysdad
I lusted after a Foretravel for many years. ...

I lusted after a Foretravel for many years.
This vintage, when you opened the engine access, everything was right there. Lift the bed and the engine was exposed. Comfortable seating, classy.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-17-2024, 08:57 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,117
Posted By Mollysdad
Wait. What? :innocent: Um, I can point to...

Wait. What? :innocent:


Um, I can point to someone who WAS disappointed.
After 80 K miles and $9000 in repairs to the engine, he dumped it for a Tundra. :bash:


The theory of a diesel is...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 03-16-2024, 06:40 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,431
Posted By Mollysdad
As I recall, GMFL, a member here, has a bracket...

As I recall, GMFL, a member here, has a bracket he uses and doesn't drill the roof.
He's also Airstream Nuts and Bolts, BTW.
Forum: Our Community 03-15-2024, 07:28 AM
Replies: 8,050
Views: 1,968,128
Posted By Mollysdad
I'd be curious to hear if that reduces your fuel...

I'd be curious to hear if that reduces your fuel economy.
Big ol' air dam under there.
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 03-14-2024, 07:00 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 3,911
Posted By Mollysdad
I'm sure there's a Propane supplier in your area....

I'm sure there's a Propane supplier in your area. The one's who service the big residential tanks, they should refill yours.
The Box stores with the exchange racks are the most expensive way to buy...
Forum: 2024 - Current Trade Wind 03-13-2024, 11:22 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,536
Posted By Mollysdad
All the manuals are available online.

All the manuals are available online.
Forum: Tires 03-13-2024, 11:16 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,280
Posted By Mollysdad
Any "recommended" tire pressure is always cold. ...

Any "recommended" tire pressure is always cold.
Yes, they heat up, mine seem to gain 9 psi. If I stop for gas they can go higher since there's no airflow. The Sun shining on one side makes a...
Forum: Exterior Restoration Forum 03-13-2024, 07:55 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 9,128
Posted By Mollysdad
I swapped the gray water heater door for the...

I swapped the gray water heater door for the stainless one. Easy instal, looks great. It was on sale for about $125 at the time.
$95 for an electrical outlet cover? Insane.
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 03-09-2024, 07:48 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,654
Posted By Mollysdad
Yes, the cover on my 26U is just like those...

Yes, the cover on my 26U is just like those images.
I don't store anything because the tongue is already too heavy (1125#)
Forum: Floor Finishes 03-09-2024, 07:42 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 11,491
Posted By Mollysdad
I now use the mat outside only. What was...

I now use the mat outside only.
What was Airstream thinking by including a mat inside the door?
I have some stains now, and I know they didn't happen because of water.

Anyone have a solution? I...
Forum: Tires 03-09-2024, 07:30 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,280
Posted By Mollysdad
I ran 65 PSI for years. One trip it was cold...

I ran 65 PSI for years.
One trip it was cold in the morning and the TPMS said they were 60 PSI, so I decided to do nothing.
I was surprised when I arrived at my destination that no hangers jumped...
Forum: Tires 03-08-2024, 12:29 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,280
Posted By Mollysdad
There's a lot of controversy on this topic. ...

There's a lot of controversy on this topic.
The tires say "For maximum load, inflate to 80 psi."
But, we're not at maximum load.
Then why does Airstream post this in the sticker?
Probably...
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