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Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 04-13-2024, 09:17 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 6,700
Posted By nswhite
Nothing. When I kept water hoses in it, it was...

Nothing. When I kept water hoses in it, it was hard to convince the hoses to conform to the shape of the space. In addition the amount of dirt that accumulated in the space and on the hoses just made...
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 03-12-2024, 01:17 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 8,139
Posted By nswhite
We camped with a full hookup and without and the...

We camped with a full hookup and without and the Truma came thru like a champ.

With full hookup the Truma was set to constant and there was instantaneous hot.

While boondocking the Truma was...
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 03-01-2024, 01:10 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,017
Posted By nswhite
I had Truma change out my Girard for $2000 in AZ....

I had Truma change out my Girard for $2000 in AZ. Cant imagine where the $6000 number would come from.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 02-23-2024, 09:44 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,931
Posted By nswhite
Depends. What type of terrain are you going thru?...

Depends. What type of terrain are you going thru? Weather tech come down to about the height of the axle. This is OK for most situations. However, if you are going thru mud you need longer. About 3/4...
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 01-15-2024, 11:40 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 8,139
Posted By nswhite
$2000 w/tax

$2000 w/tax
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 01-15-2024, 10:48 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 8,139
Posted By nswhite
I used Truma rep Pete Berry, 855-558-7862 x2164....

I used Truma rep Pete Berry, 855-558-7862 x2164. He services AZ, CA, and I think NM. He is familiar with Airstreams. The install took 2 hours plus a walkthru.


The Truma fits into the Girard...
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 01-13-2024, 11:33 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 8,139
Posted By nswhite
Replaced the Girard with a Truma. Initial testing...

Replaced the Girard with a Truma. Initial testing of turning faucets on/off show a vast improvement over the Girard. However, I'm a fair weather camper and with temps in the 30's I wont be able to...
Forum: On The Road... 12-29-2023, 10:43 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,808
Posted By nswhite
You should be fine. We stayed at Gros Ventre with...

You should be fine. We stayed at Gros Ventre with our 30' Flying Cloud and 20' Silverado. Enjoy.
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 06-12-2023, 05:17 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 13,134
Posted By nswhite
The Lazy W

The Lazy W
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 04-23-2023, 05:57 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,732
Posted By nswhite
Our 30RB also drains into the black tank....

Our 30RB also drains into the black tank. Initially, I didn’t like it. However, it helps with emptying the black tank by having more liquid for dumping. We now like it. We are still able to boondock...
Forum: On The Road... 11-21-2022, 10:55 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,959
Posted By nswhite
Love this topic. Around 2010 my wife and I looked...

Love this topic. Around 2010 my wife and I looked into shipping our trailer to Europe. There was a book 'Take Your RV to Europe' to assist. I think shipping was around $6,000 one way at that time....
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 11-03-2022, 12:16 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 15,136
Posted By nswhite
We Are Airstream of Chandler installed my Hensley...

We Are Airstream of Chandler installed my Hensley as part of the purchase. The install was perfect.
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 09-12-2022, 10:54 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 10,090
Posted By nswhite
https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:AN...

https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcS0ujkUfC359EECcRi9B2ospRKRbbBVADteZA&usqp=CAU


This dog is having more fun than me.
Forum: On The Road... 05-01-2022, 09:37 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 11,478
Posted By nswhite
We have a Q1200 and it fits in the back of the...

We have a Q1200 and it fits in the back of the bed. Also, have a cap over the bed to keep the inside stuff in and the outside stuff out.


Looking at the Weber Traveler. Bigger grill area and the...
Forum: Title, VIN & Registration 04-26-2022, 10:29 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,359
Posted By nswhite
Check your state's regulations. Illinois has you...

Check your state's regulations. Illinois has you only use the plates on the weekends. However, retro plates are cool.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 04-06-2022, 10:10 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,086
Posted By nswhite
Don't take life too seriously, you will never get...

Don't take life too seriously, you will never get out of it alive.
Forum: General Repair Forum 03-13-2022, 12:33 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,530
Posted By nswhite
Both. (I was hoping for this response.)

Both.

(I was hoping for this response.)
Forum: General Repair Forum 03-13-2022, 08:39 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,530
Posted By nswhite
We have a new 2022 30' Flying Cloud that we...

We have a new 2022 30' Flying Cloud that we picked up last October. It has been wonderful. Sorry to hear that your experience has not been the same.

It sounds as if you have been ready to move on...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 02-23-2022, 10:12 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,646
Posted By nswhite
Maybe I'm just a fair weather camper but I've...

Maybe I'm just a fair weather camper but I've never wanted to take my trailer to the drag strip nor my truck.
Forum: On The Road... 02-03-2022, 02:43 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 394
Posted By nswhite
Farmer's Almanac

Does anyone use the Farmer's Almanac for weather planning on trips? Should I consider adding it to my trip planning tools?

I always considered the Farmer's Almanac to be at the same level as...
Forum: Photography 01-31-2022, 09:22 AM
Replies: 263
Views: 47,921
Posted By nswhite
Down the road from Monument Valley.

Down the road from Monument Valley.
Forum: 2018 - Current Globetrotter 01-27-2022, 09:00 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,956
Posted By nswhite
Very nice! Have you thought of submitting it to...

Very nice! Have you thought of submitting it to Lego? https://ideas.lego.com/
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 12-21-2021, 09:21 AM
Replies: 110
Views: 12,679
Posted By nswhite
Little out of the area now but as someone who...

Little out of the area now but as someone who attended a previous rally, Congratulations on 20 years!
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 12-09-2021, 02:01 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,389
Posted By nswhite
I use the On the go and purchased mine from...

I use the On the go and purchased mine from Camping World in Mesa. Size is determined by how long you want to go before a regen. Also, the worse the water the more often the regen. I can go roughly...
Forum: Winterizing, Storage, Carports & Covers 12-09-2021, 01:48 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,070
Posted By nswhite
We built a steel garage 40'x30', 2 doors, one...

We built a steel garage 40'x30', 2 doors, one 10'x12', the other 8'X10', with an 8" concrete pad. It's insulated and helps tremendously in the AZ summers. It holds our 30' FC and TV with room for a...
Forum: On The Road... 11-05-2021, 10:07 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 10,038
Posted By nswhite
If you flush the black tank at the dump station...

If you flush the black tank at the dump station it is non-potable water and will want to use a separate hose. And, yes, one of a different color helps.

If you're flushing at your campsite, still...
Forum: Stella's Kitchen 11-04-2021, 07:10 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,138
Posted By nswhite
Just one more thing. Discovered this and my life...

Just one more thing. Discovered this and my life has never been the same…
...
Forum: Refrigerators 10-25-2021, 12:00 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 7,164
Posted By nswhite
Yep, seam sealed the whole tent. However, it was...

Yep, seam sealed the whole tent. However, it was damp inside and nothing really dried out.

I often wondered why they sell a product that leaks. Then we bought our Airstream. Oh, wait...
Forum: Refrigerators 10-25-2021, 09:17 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 7,164
Posted By nswhite
The last we camped in a tent, it rained for 6 of...

The last we camped in a tent, it rained for 6 of the 5 days we were camping. Got an Airstream and never looked back.

To get to my high school I had to take 3 city buses.

We have it too good...
Forum: Winterizing, Storage, Carports & Covers 10-03-2021, 02:59 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,160
Posted By nswhite
I’ve run the heat while towing. Best part was the...

I’ve run the heat while towing. Best part was the trailer was toasty warm when we got to our destination.
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 10-03-2021, 02:35 PM
Replies: 113
Views: 9,406
Posted By nswhite
My dad’s ‘67 Chevy Biscayne. First car he owned...

My dad’s ‘67 Chevy Biscayne. First car he owned with an automatic.
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 09-08-2021, 06:28 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 11,720
Posted By nswhite
LoLoHo's panels are mounted with VHB tape. See...

LoLoHo's panels are mounted with VHB tape. See 1:50 for description.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tEc6DwBMGwA&t=680s
Forum: Fun & Games 09-07-2021, 07:30 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 813
Posted By nswhite
A Blue-Pro-Andersen-Hensley-Ox. Available at...

A Blue-Pro-Andersen-Hensley-Ox. Available at junkyards anywhere.
Forum: Fun & Games 09-06-2021, 12:51 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 813
Posted By nswhite
Smile Just another day on the Interstate

No Airstreams were harmed in the making of this video.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=msWpkaCnWHY
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 08-15-2021, 12:00 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,656
Posted By nswhite
On my 2005 Classic the plate was not flush with...

On my 2005 Classic the plate was not flush with the skin. Used vulkem to seal.

I upgraded everything possible with the SS parts. Looked very nice especially the range exhaust. I intend to do the...
Forum: Awnings 07-06-2021, 10:57 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 10,675
Posted By nswhite
The rule of thumb is, "If you think you should...

The rule of thumb is, "If you think you should bring in your awning, bring in your awning."

Agree with others, tilting awning helps.
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 06-09-2021, 01:35 PM
Replies: 335
Views: 53,654
Posted By nswhite
There seems to be too much reductio ad absurdum...

There seems to be too much reductio ad absurdum and not enough real life.

On my 2005 30' with 2 100AH Lifeline AGM batteries, a 130W solar panel, and an absorption fridge my batteries would be...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 05-30-2021, 11:36 AM
Replies: 335
Views: 53,654
Posted By nswhite
We sold our 2005 Classic and have a 30' 2022...

We sold our 2005 Classic and have a 30' 2022 Flying Cloud TB on order.



Wally said don't make changes only improvements. When I first got my AS the old timers were upset that the metal door...
Forum: On The Road... 05-28-2021, 09:59 AM
Replies: 112
Views: 10,885
Posted By nswhite
When I first started driving I heard of a...

When I first started driving I heard of a midwestern state where the drivers would go to the end of the entrance ramp and stop to wait for a space. When I went to that state, sure 'nuf it happened....
Forum: On The Road... 02-21-2021, 06:06 PM
Replies: 168
Views: 22,342
Posted By nswhite
People with peeves. You're not going to change...

People with peeves. You're not going to change someone. Just accept and go on.
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 02-15-2021, 10:00 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,817
Posted By nswhite
I'm on well water, also. I use a system similar...

I'm on well water, also. I use a system similar to my house system.



A .5 filter, a carbon filter. These can be found and built from parts from a big box hardware store.


And an On-the-go...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 02-11-2021, 10:43 AM
Replies: 136
Views: 9,704
Posted By nswhite
I have a '15 Silverado 2500HD with a...

I have a '15 Silverado 2500HD with a Duramax/Allison combination. Love it. It gets 14-15 MPG while towing. 19-20 city. Definately can go further on a tank of fuel than on my previous TV.



There...
Forum: Brakes & Brake Controllers 02-05-2021, 09:44 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,236
Posted By nswhite
OK, there is a lot of rust in my mind on this...

OK, there is a lot of rust in my mind on this issue but here goes. If you have the original brake actuator, I think it was from Dexter, there was an issue with connecting it to an integrated brake...
Forum: On The Road... 02-05-2021, 09:33 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 12,666
Posted By nswhite
State Parks often allow dogs on trails and...

State Parks often allow dogs on trails and campgrounds. And contain just as many jewels as the National Parks.
Forum: Winterizing, Storage, Carports & Covers 11-01-2020, 12:15 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,659
Posted By nswhite
We live in the Phoenix area. There will be...

We live in the Phoenix area. There will be several nights when the temp is below 32. I blow out the lines instead of adding rv antifreeze. A cup of antifreeze is added to all the J-traps. Have not...
Forum: Boondocking 08-13-2020, 03:36 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 6,308
Posted By nswhite
In the midwest we have this green stuff called...

In the midwest we have this green stuff called grass. Morning dew was guaranteed to make your rear wheeled drive vehicles slip. It was always good to make friends with someone with a 4x4 to pull you...
Forum: On The Road... 06-05-2020, 12:03 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,171
Posted By nswhite
We use the Rand McNally map. I always reference...

We use the Rand McNally map. I always reference it to see where I'm going.


Also, on the full US map portion I've drawn a circle from our home to 400 miles. About one tank of gas. An easy way of...
Forum: Airstream "In the News" 01-25-2020, 07:53 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,110
Posted By nswhite
I dont understand. When I camp I dont want to be...

I dont understand. When I camp I dont want to be connected to anything. No wifi, cell service, satellite is fine with me.



As to glamping... We tent camped. And have friends with white boxes....
Forum: On The Road... 06-23-2019, 07:57 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 8,840
Posted By nswhite
https://www.amazon.com/Fyon-Large-Firefly-Independ...

https://www.amazon.com/Fyon-Large-Firefly-Independents-3X5Ft/dp/B01MQYLHTA/ref=sr_1_6?crid=25U6BD1HAL7EI&keywords=firefly+flag&qid=1561298221&s=gateway&sprefix=firefly+flag%2Caps%2C233&sr=8-6


...
Forum: On The Road... 06-22-2019, 10:59 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 8,840
Posted By nswhite
US, 4CU, AZ, Past President, pirate, Chicago...

US, 4CU, AZ, Past President, pirate, Chicago sport teams, Firefly rebellion. Probably have a few others. Rotated as needed.
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