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Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 07-11-2009, 04:18 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,751
Posted By woodedareas
Hensley Hitch value

I have a used (2 years old) Hensley Hitch from my Airstream. The dealer desires to sell it for me with a commission. Does anyone have an idea as to its value, and the best way to sell it? Two years...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 07-02-2009, 11:18 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,338
Posted By woodedareas
Ford Explorer/2009

I am considering a Ford Explorer. With a proper towingpackage it is able to pull a GVWR of 7,300 pounds. I have a 25 ft. Safari that is listed at 7,285 pounds. Does anyone have experience as to the...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 07-02-2009, 08:03 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,601
Posted By woodedareas
I use a 2007 Ford 150 to pull my 25 ft Safari...

I use a 2007 Ford 150 to pull my 25 ft Safari with a Hensely Hitch. Its fine except for the mountain areas in whichthe truck has a bit of an effort to travel up hill. Overall its fine. The hitch will...
Forum: Our Community 06-23-2009, 11:48 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,067
Posted By woodedareas
Recommendation for Wisconsin

I would appreciate help with a recommendation for a private RV park with full hook ups as this will be our first trip with the grand children. We are looking for a park no further than an hour...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 04-30-2009, 05:13 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,333
Posted By woodedareas
Batteries

I need to purchase new batteries and the last time I was on the Forum I received some good advice. But I forgot to ask what brand of battery might be recommended. What else should I be looking for? I...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 03-07-2009, 09:09 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,240
Posted By woodedareas
New Batteries

This winter I disposed of my old batteries and the cross over wires that went with them. What batteries would you recommend, and wher can I purchase the cross over wires. I think one was black and...
Forum: Trailer Values 02-22-2009, 02:48 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,282
Posted By woodedareas
Good advice. Think I will wait for warmer weather...

Good advice. Think I will wait for warmer weather and see what the market is like. I am fortunate that I don't have to sell it as it is paid for and the other costs are rather minimal. Interesting...
Forum: Trailer Values 02-21-2009, 10:33 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,282
Posted By woodedareas
Time to Sell???

We have a 2007 Airstream that is used on a limited basis. It is stored indoors for the winter and remains in my drive for the summer. I do not need the money fortunately but I was thinking of selling...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 11-22-2008, 10:31 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,151
Posted By woodedareas
Toyota Sequoia

I am in need of a new tow vehicle. I have a 25' SE LS and use a Hensley Hitch. I was wondering if anyone has any advice or information about using the Sequoia as it would make a good vehicle for...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 11-22-2008, 10:25 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 6,533
Posted By woodedareas
Jack You have done such a wonderful job with...

Jack
You have done such a wonderful job with this rally and I hope it will continue. Caryn and I have really enjoyed the event and we are willing to travel any reasonable distance even northern...
Forum: General Interior Topics 08-16-2008, 03:06 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,209
Posted By woodedareas
Electrical & Hot Water Switch

We just completed a trip to the Upper Peninsula, Door County and other parts of Michigan and had no mechanical difficulties except for the electrical switch in the bathroom which controls the water...
Forum: Fun & Games 07-21-2008, 06:48 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,769
Posted By woodedareas
Cute

Very cute. You has us laughing. Fortunately or unfortunately I found a little bit of me in each commentary.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 07-19-2008, 10:18 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,708
Posted By woodedareas
Tow Vehicle

I have a 2007 Ford 150 with 2 wheel drive anfd I find it extremely comfortable. I have driven between Arizona and Illinois and it was a pleasure. I also have a new Land Rover and there is a...
Forum: WBCCI Forum 07-15-2008, 02:17 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 11,242
Posted By woodedareas
Ice Cream

I remember when I was a student many many many years ago Iwould always go to the store on the Ag campus and buy ice cream. It was great. I am thrilled they are still selling it and my wife and I...
Forum: On The Road... 07-12-2008, 08:57 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,076
Posted By woodedareas
Last year we stayed in Door County and will be...

Last year we stayed in Door County and will be doing the same this time. I love Lake Michigan perch and there are some great fish fries. I can not be that complimentary about fish boils.The cherries...
Forum: On The Road... 07-10-2008, 06:07 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,076
Posted By woodedareas
Tahquamenon

Thanks for all the great suggestions. We will be staying at Tahquamenon Falls State Park. Hope I spelled that correctly. We will also be staying for one night in Rapid River at Wispering Valley RV...
Forum: On The Road... 07-09-2008, 09:03 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,076
Posted By woodedareas
Upper Peninsula Michigan

Next month we will be spending about 3 days in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan and since we have never been there before we were wondering if anyone has any thoughts about areas that we should visit...
Forum: WBCCI Forum 07-08-2008, 08:22 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 11,242
Posted By woodedareas
We Will Be There

Madison is so close to our home that we will be there. I attended the University of Wisconsin in Madison for a period of 7 years. NO it didn't take that long I have more than one degree. A well kept...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 06-17-2008, 05:10 PM
Replies: 443
Views: 34,716
Posted By woodedareas
Thank You

We enjoyed the entire event and made it home without any storms. I guess we just left at the right time. Jack & Patty thanks for all of your dedication to this event as I know it is very time...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 06-09-2008, 08:35 PM
Replies: 443
Views: 34,716
Posted By woodedareas
Directions

Last year we took Highway 55 but somehow took the wrong turn. Does anyone have directions for those of us traveling south on 55 from the Chicago area. Do we exit at 74?
Forum: On The Road... 06-04-2008, 08:34 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,893
Posted By woodedareas
About the same time

We also will be doing about the same trip at possibly the same time. We can not exactly determine the dates until we find out when our daughter andnew grandson will be visiting. Will keep everyone...
Forum: On The Road... 06-02-2008, 05:54 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,893
Posted By woodedareas
A Small Caravan

Tom,Frank and Caryl

I am not certain about our time frame but when you determine your schedule perhaps we could consider a 3 member caravan.
Allen
Forum: On The Road... 06-01-2008, 06:26 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,893
Posted By woodedareas
I haven't planned the entire trip as of yet, but...

I haven't planned the entire trip as of yet, but I will keep you informed as we progress.We also will have 2 small dogs and we will have to consider leaving them in the Airstream as we cross the...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 06-01-2008, 08:02 AM
Replies: 824
Views: 196,001
Posted By woodedareas
Greasing Ball of Hitch With HA Ha

assuming that only one person is available what is the correct procedure to grease the ball of the hitch of the Aistream? The traler jack component sits on top of the ball and it would seem that the...
Forum: On The Road... 06-01-2008, 07:50 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,893
Posted By woodedareas
Travel By Auto Ferry Boat?

We are considering taking the ferry from Wisconsin to Ludington Michigan. Has anyone had any experience with this type of travel? Or perhaps are we better of just driving and enjoying the trip?
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 05-29-2008, 07:38 PM
Replies: 443
Views: 34,716
Posted By woodedareas
Jack Please mark us down for brownies. Allen...

Jack
Please mark us down for brownies.
Allen & Caryn Kracower
Forum: On The Road... 05-29-2008, 05:48 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,156
Posted By woodedareas
Hi Dufferin On a slightly different subject how...

Hi Dufferin
On a slightly different subject how do you like the 28' International. We are considering a 28' but haven't determined what year. There are 08's and we are also considering an 09 which...
Forum: 2008 Safari SE 05-28-2008, 07:37 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 9,102
Posted By woodedareas
After reviewing your analysis and talking with...

After reviewing your analysis and talking with several dealers I have decided the 27'SE FB would best suit my needs. I was disappointed with the lack of the wrap around windows in the 28. I was told...
Forum: 2008 Safari SE 05-27-2008, 07:10 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 9,102
Posted By woodedareas
Yes we did place the table down and use the...

Yes we did place the table down and use the cushions and you are correct it is very comfortable. It just seems like a lot of effort to sit at a sofa. I also like to leave my laptop computer on the...
Forum: 2008 Safari SE 05-27-2008, 10:18 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 9,102
Posted By woodedareas
Dennis Thanks. You have done a lot of home work...

Dennis
Thanks. You have done a lot of home work that I did not do. You have given me a llot of new ideas and I will explore them. The main issue I have with my 25' is that it does not have an...
Forum: 2008 Safari SE 05-26-2008, 07:20 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 9,102
Posted By woodedareas
Congradulations on the new 27' I am considering...

Congradulations on the new 27' I am considering the 28'. Was there any reason you opted for the 27' versus the 28'
Thanks
Allen
Forum: Wheels, Hubs & Bearings 05-25-2008, 12:55 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,345
Posted By woodedareas
I actually did get the wheel bearings packed....

I actually did get the wheel bearings packed. That's why I was tightening the lug nuts. Just to be certain after I had driven a distance.
Forum: Wheels, Hubs & Bearings 05-25-2008, 12:51 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,345
Posted By woodedareas
I did buy an extended socket and its works great.

I did buy an extended socket and its works great.
Forum: Wheels, Hubs & Bearings 05-25-2008, 09:44 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,345
Posted By woodedareas
Thanks Guys I was so proud of myself for...

Thanks Guys
I was so proud of myself for getting everything up and running until I ran into those caps. You have restored my confidence.
Forum: Wheels, Hubs & Bearings 05-25-2008, 09:15 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,345
Posted By woodedareas
Lug Nut Caps

I have a 2007 AS FB SE. I periodically check the torque at 110 # as that is what my manual and the dealer recommended. Today I noticed something that I don't recall seeing. The caps on many of the...
Forum: Our Community 05-24-2008, 05:19 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,767
Posted By woodedareas
Ford 150?

Hi Ford
Sorry about that long list of problems but I am certain your dealer will correct everything for you. I know its aggravating. I was wondering about your Ford 150. I have this truck and pull a...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 05-06-2008, 08:58 PM
Replies: 253
Views: 34,690
Posted By woodedareas
New Tow Vehle

I am thinking of replacing my Ford 150 that I use to pull a 25' 2007 Safari. I do not want another truck for several reasons. The most significant reason is that I would like a vehicle that I can use...
Forum: On The Road... 05-03-2008, 08:11 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,138
Posted By woodedareas
Do you know how you are going to wire it?

Do you know how you are going to wire it?
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 04-27-2008, 10:13 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 13,350
Posted By woodedareas
2Air Can you recommend a buffer that would not...

2Air
Can you recommend a buffer that would not be harmful to the AS? I was planning on using a regular orbital buffer, which raises the question of the type of pad that will be appropriate.
Will we...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 04-19-2008, 02:03 PM
Replies: 443
Views: 34,716
Posted By woodedareas
Bob We are definitely bringing the...

Bob
We are definitely bringing the Cavaliers.Also my daughter and my son in law and 2 grand children want to come. I will probably need a lodge or a hotel room.Given 2 dogs and 2 grand children I...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 04-19-2008, 01:44 PM
Replies: 443
Views: 34,716
Posted By woodedareas
Jack We didn't know you had a Cavalier. Caryn...

Jack
We didn't know you had a Cavalier. Caryn will be bring our 2 Cavaliers.
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 04-19-2008, 01:38 PM
Replies: 443
Views: 34,716
Posted By woodedareas
Cavaliers

We aslo have 2 cavaliers that we plan on bringing to the rally. They are 8 and 9.
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 04-16-2008, 05:16 PM
Replies: 443
Views: 34,716
Posted By woodedareas
One More Camper

Caryn & I will be there and we have been assigned A-13. This year we hope once again to bring our grand children. We really enjoyed last year and we are looking forward to this year.
Caryn & Allen...
Forum: 2005 - 2010 Safari 01-31-2008, 03:13 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,486
Posted By woodedareas
Best Way To Sell MY 2007 Safari

I have a 2007 Safari FB, SE with a Hensley Hitch. We have decided that we need more space and will be purchasing a larger unit, or yes even a motorhome. I live in Illinois and would like to know the...
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 12-27-2007, 06:51 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 10,723
Posted By woodedareas
Let The Dealer Do It

I would definitely recommend asking the dealer to install the kit. I would be interested how they actually access the pump to install the kit. I wish I had sufficient knowledge at the tie of my...
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 12-07-2007, 04:29 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 10,723
Posted By woodedareas
I Tried

I think I started this thread. After many hours of research and help from the Forum, I gave up and used the factory forced air method.I called the factory 3 times and they will not admit that the...
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 10-22-2007, 04:19 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 10,723
Posted By woodedareas
This is the 3rd rep from Airstream who is one of...

This is the 3rd rep from Airstream who is one of their technicians.I even tiried to speak to the office of the Preisent and the further up the line I went the ruder the secretaries. It was a good...
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 10-18-2007, 06:09 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 10,723
Posted By woodedareas
Reply from Airstream re: Winterizing

Finally I talked with a person in the Airstream service department. I explained my problem and I was shocked by his answer. He said that they do not pump antifreeze through the pump so they do not...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 10-18-2007, 06:02 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 12,985
Posted By woodedareas
Saftey

I admit that I am a novice with trilers and hitches but I speak from experience about driving my AS from Illinois to Arizona with a Blue Ox hitch. Simply stated I was unable to tolerate the sway and...
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 10-16-2007, 06:42 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 10,723
Posted By woodedareas
I decided to give it the old college try. I...

I decided to give it the old college try. I loosened the 4 screw on the water pump. The screws on the other side of the pump facing away from me had to be removed by touch and feel as I could not see...
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