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Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 12-08-2021, 06:57 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,957
Posted By 3bcamper
Micro-Air Softstart

Yes, you should definitely install a soft start on your air conditioner if it does not already have one. The generator that you likely have is not well-suited to the inrush current of an air...
Forum: On The Road... 08-03-2021, 01:43 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 26,110
Posted By 3bcamper
I don’t speed.

I haven’t had a speeding ticket since 1993. There’s no excuse for speeding, and it is everyone’s responsibility to know and obey this traffic law, wherever they are. As an Aistreamer, what’s your...
Forum: On The Road... 07-28-2021, 09:36 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 9,321
Posted By 3bcamper
I saw your trailer! I coincidentally had parked...

I saw your trailer! I coincidentally had parked my Interstate right near you as I was running an errand over on grand Avenue. I looked around to see if you, the owner around and offer any possible...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 09-20-2020, 10:26 AM
Replies: 115
Views: 11,987
Posted By 3bcamper
Only Questions

I have also read the towing discussions, with a mixture of entertainment and dismay. Unlike most other discussions, this thread doesn’t actually help the reader seeking guidance on towing.
Forum: Off Topic Forum 08-23-2020, 03:38 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 9,779
Posted By 3bcamper
I'd turn back if I "WERE" you.

I'd turn back if I "WERE" you.
Forum: General Repair Forum 06-24-2020, 02:41 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 7,850
Posted By 3bcamper
As Quality

For the price that Airstream commands, every product they build should work flawlessly from day one.

Some here in this forum place the blame on AS’s suppliers, but that is misguided; Airstream...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 06-03-2020, 12:57 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 576
Posted By 3bcamper
Erratic Charging

Hello Friends, We are traveling full-time (Yay!) in our 2009 Interstate. A recent problem has developed when running the generator. While running the generator to re-charge the batteries, the...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-05-2019, 03:31 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 817
Posted By 3bcamper
Never mind. I figured it out. Airstream appears...

Never mind. I figured it out. Airstream appears to fuse the negative side of this circuit. That threw me off.
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-04-2019, 09:19 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 817
Posted By 3bcamper
Rope Lights

Hello. Has anyone had any issues with or changed out the rope lights on the interior of their Interstate? Ours is a 2009 and the rope lights quit working except for one small spot. I opened up the...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 06-27-2019, 10:03 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 12,063
Posted By 3bcamper
Another question: have you observed the amperage...

Another question: have you observed the amperage when your air conditioner is starting and until the time it shuts off in that few second period that you mentioned. If so, what was the amperage?
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 06-27-2019, 10:01 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 12,063
Posted By 3bcamper
Are you sure you have the Microair installed...

Are you sure you have the Microair installed correctly? Also did you let the a/c go through the learning phase by starting and stopping air conditioner three times on shore power first?
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 06-26-2019, 10:47 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,064
Posted By 3bcamper
Our’s is configured a little bit differently than...

Our’s is configured a little bit differently than yours, apparently. The microwave is directly above our furnace. However, slide-out pantry sounds like a great idea.
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 06-26-2019, 02:44 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,064
Posted By 3bcamper
We permanently removed one seat and will put the...

We permanently removed one seat and will put the other one back in, so we will have one passenger seat on the right side. I’m trying to sell the seat that we took out, but so far no buyers.
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 06-26-2019, 01:39 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,064
Posted By 3bcamper
Custom cabinet For 3B

Here is our new cabinet going in. It should provide a great deal more storage for our planned extensive travels.344582344583344584344585
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 04-28-2019, 02:33 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 720
Posted By 3bcamper
Cargo And Bike Carrier

Quite a while back, someone had asked for dimensions of the rack that I had designed and fabricated for the AI. I'm sorry it took so long, but for nine months per year our state is a dark, cold, and...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 04-22-2019, 07:01 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,651
Posted By 3bcamper
I’m not sure what your comment means about the...

I’m not sure what your comment means about the “techies having stepped away” from this forum, but I have 41 years experience in the electric industry as a power plant operator, a controls designer...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 04-21-2019, 11:56 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,651
Posted By 3bcamper
Thank you for the input. I was contemplating...

Thank you for the input. I was contemplating solutions but had not yet arrived at a good fix. Those repair boxes sound like a good idea.

Yes; the outlets that airstream installs are clearly for...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 04-21-2019, 08:43 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,651
Posted By 3bcamper
Quality Of Electric Outlets

I was not aware of the quality of the outlets that Airstreamairstream installed338705 in the Interstate. I removed this outlet completely as I am making room for additional cabinetry. I can’t be...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 04-15-2019, 01:38 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,619
Posted By 3bcamper
338240 I would really like you to buy our...

338240

I would really like you to buy our extra seat, if practical. We took it out as we are having cabinetry installed in its place.
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 04-15-2019, 09:23 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,137
Posted By 3bcamper
Do you know the title of the thread dedicated to...

Do you know the title of the thread dedicated to code readers? Thanks.
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 04-15-2019, 09:22 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,137
Posted By 3bcamper
Do you know the title of the thread dedicated to...

Do you know the title of the thread dedicated to code readers?
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 04-14-2019, 05:46 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,137
Posted By 3bcamper
Best Code Reader

Is there a thread on the best code readers for the Sprinter? Search but could not find it. Thank you. I have a 2009 AI.
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 04-07-2019, 12:21 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 560
Posted By 3bcamper
AI Passenger Seat Available

Hello, we are selling this passenger seat from our 2009 AI, as we are having cabinetry installed in its place. This is the left rear passenger seat. It is in great condition. Hopefully someone wants...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 01-30-2019, 06:26 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 18,406
Posted By 3bcamper
Replacement Awning - no more Fiamma !!

I have heard many bad stories about the motorized and automatic awnings. I have a manual awning and thus far have not had any problems with it. I am happy to have a manual awning as I don’t find it...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 01-27-2019, 09:33 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 16,326
Posted By 3bcamper
I will let you all in on our secret; our most...

I will let you all in on our secret; our most frequent destination is bike trails. We have been boondocked at many a bike trailhead without an issue. We usually get a drive-by during the night by...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 11-11-2018, 08:36 AM
Replies: 631
Views: 141,241
Posted By 3bcamper
I had to have two replaced this year. Did you do...

I had to have two replaced this year. Did you do the change yourself?
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-23-2018, 01:21 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 9,779
Posted By 3bcamper
Based on the information in the links that some...

Based on the information in the links that some of you have provided, it seems that more frequent oils changes would be prudent due to increased fouling. Do any of you think that to be true? Are any...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-10-2018, 09:21 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 9,779
Posted By 3bcamper
This is an interesting and important discussion....

This is an interesting and important discussion. In looking at the Mercedes-Benz document, some effects of biodiesel are simply annoying, such as fuel filter clogging and reduced mileage and...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-09-2018, 01:47 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,432
Posted By 3bcamper
Maggie, I would have replaced this myself,...

Maggie,

I would have replaced this myself, but I wanted to make sure there were no problems with the alternator/charging system. There had been an intermittent message (in addition to those I...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-09-2018, 01:37 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,432
Posted By 3bcamper
It was a Mercedes Benz Varta battery. I have a...

It was a Mercedes Benz Varta battery. I have a photo that I will have to post later.
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-09-2018, 09:50 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,432
Posted By 3bcamper
Bad Battery-FYI

Alex, it turns out the battery was in fact the original, dating from 2007. I don’t know the history of this vehicle, as I bought it used in Feb 2017, with 53,000 miles on it. It was originally...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-08-2018, 02:48 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,432
Posted By 3bcamper
Sounds like a good plan. I was able to start the...

Sounds like a good plan. I was able to start the engine from the house/coach/rear/AS/AI/deep cycle batteries. So, in a pinch, you have a backup.
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-08-2018, 01:18 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,432
Posted By 3bcamper
Bad Battery-FYI

Yes, the chassis battery. Apparently I’m still learning the lingo. I thought the non-engine batteries, those that serve the motorhome refrigerator, entertainment, water pump, etc. were the “House”...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-08-2018, 01:08 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,432
Posted By 3bcamper
Maggie, I actually don’t know the age of the...

Maggie,

I actually don’t know the age of the battery. I bought this in Feb. 2017 and there were zero maintenance records. I did visuals every few months, but other than pulling and testing it,...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-08-2018, 12:44 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,432
Posted By 3bcamper
Bad Battery-FYI

I began receiving trouble messages on the dashboard. The pictures are attached. The problem turned out to be a bad coach battery (MB). My battery was 10 years old, so it was bound to happen. However...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-01-2018, 12:05 PM
Replies: 1,419
Views: 419,641
Posted By 3bcamper
VAtom, thanks for posting this. It is very...

VAtom, thanks for posting this. It is very similar to what I have been planning. Can you post or send me more details and photos?
Thank you.
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 09-26-2018, 06:05 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,050
Posted By 3bcamper
Phantom Brake Light Indicator

Okay, while troubleshooting something else, I found that this brake light indication was due to the 20 amp trailer socket fuse. Fuse position 14, under the driver’s seat. For unknown reason(s) it was...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 09-18-2018, 11:56 AM
Replies: 214
Views: 43,189
Posted By 3bcamper
Truly a rare find, then!

Truly a rare find, then!
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 09-05-2018, 09:48 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 9,540
Posted By 3bcamper
Better System

Kim,

You might look at Cleandump.com. They have a macerator system that you might be able to retrofit. Contact them to learn more.

Tim
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 09-04-2018, 06:21 PM
Replies: 214
Views: 43,189
Posted By 3bcamper
321513Well, not exactly an Interstate, but worth...

321513Well, not exactly an Interstate, but worth seeing. Minneapolis, MN. When did they make these?
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 09-04-2018, 06:15 PM
Replies: 214
Views: 43,189
Posted By 3bcamper
I know, right?

I know, right?
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 08-27-2018, 10:50 AM
Replies: 1,854
Views: 461,814
Posted By 3bcamper
I had numerous problems with leaking tires, and...

I had numerous problems with leaking tires, and it turned out to be rubber valve stems each time. Rubber valve stems are just not not up to the task of providing reliability for an Interstate. I...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 08-27-2018, 10:36 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 823
Posted By 3bcamper
Cabinetry For Interstate

Hello. We would like to replace our left passenger seat (behind the driver seat) with cabinetry so that we can have more storage. We find that we only use the left passenger seat for storage. We plan...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 08-13-2018, 07:57 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,241
Posted By 3bcamper
RV Insurance Policy And Good Sam Roadside

We have what seems to be a good RV insurance policy (Progressive) that includes roadside assistance and towing. Is it worth getting Good Sam roadside assistance coverage in addition? Does anyone...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 08-07-2018, 10:44 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 11,147
Posted By 3bcamper
I want it!

I want it!
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 08-05-2018, 02:44 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,029
Posted By 3bcamper
The seats in newer AIs are significantly more...

The seats in newer AIs are significantly more plush and comfortable than our 2009. The newer AIs that I have been in have nice soft leather (or leather-like material) and softer cushioning.
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 08-04-2018, 08:17 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,029
Posted By 3bcamper
That’s partly what I was hoping to learn by...

That’s partly what I was hoping to learn by putting this question out there.
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 08-04-2018, 07:49 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,029
Posted By 3bcamper
The seats in our 2009 are definitely firmer and...

The seats in our 2009 are definitely firmer and more utilitarian than those in the newer AIs. We just tried out the seats in the 2017 AI that our neighbors in the campground have. Those seats are...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 08-04-2018, 07:44 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,029
Posted By 3bcamper
Front Seats

We stop regularly for stretch and exercise breaks. It’s really the firmness of the seat that seems to cut off circulation to the posterior. I have had cars with really superb seats (cushion and...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 08-03-2018, 03:58 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,029
Posted By 3bcamper
Front Seats

Don’t know if there’s a topic already posted on this, however we are interested in upgrading our two front seats to more comfortable products. We have a 2008 sprinter chassis with 2009 airstream...
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