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Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 09-15-2014, 08:14 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,475
Posted By Kyle
I've wired a 50 amp SurgeGuard into our 2007 34'....

I've wired a 50 amp SurgeGuard into our 2007 34'.

On ours, the 50amp hookup is on the back, roadside corner, right under the closet beside the bed. What I did was crawl under the bed, open the...
Forum: Jacks, Stabilizers, Lifting and Leveling 08-25-2014, 01:23 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 10,022
Posted By Kyle
Interesting..... Thank you Rawn77. I'm...

Interesting.....

Thank you Rawn77. I'm thinking I just may have to look into this.
We've got backing down just fine, but losing the orange legos could do wonders for marital relations. :lol:
Forum: Jacks, Stabilizers, Lifting and Leveling 08-25-2014, 10:25 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 10,022
Posted By Kyle
cory_can, The LevelTronic looks rather...

cory_can,

The LevelTronic looks rather interesting to me. Since you have it, I'd like to ask a couple questions if you don't mind.
With it leveled, have you noticed it feeling any more or less...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 06-28-2013, 05:16 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,242
Posted By Kyle
The weight bars come in either 1000 or 2000 lb...

The weight bars come in either 1000 or 2000 lb varieties. With the 1000 lb bars, the hitch is rated to handle 10,000 lbs. With the 2000 lb bars, it is rated to handle 20,000 lbs (and yes, the...
Forum: General Motorhome Topics 06-28-2013, 05:09 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,056
Posted By Kyle
Lots of good ones listed already, but my favorite...

Lots of good ones listed already, but my favorite for the years it was active was Rich Luhr's Tour of America (https://tour.airstreamlife.com/wordpress/). It fed my Airstream desire while I was...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 06-25-2013, 08:55 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,647
Posted By Kyle
We fulltime in our 34' Airstream (three of us and...

We fulltime in our 34' Airstream (three of us and a toy dog) and have enough room, both for living and for what we bring with us. The truck bed serves as our garage.

Yes, a fifth wheel can have a...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 06-10-2013, 08:41 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 14,020
Posted By Kyle
I had the airbag fail on mine (replaced under...

I had the airbag fail on mine (replaced under warranty), and you're not dead in the water...
Per AirSafe, in the event of an airbag failure, wedge something between the upper stops and the "floating...
Forum: Member Introductions 02-27-2013, 04:27 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 4,327
Posted By Kyle
Actually.... I think that was the other Kyle that...

Actually.... I think that was the other Kyle that fulltimes.. Kyle from Whereiskylenow.com....
Forum: Member Introductions 02-26-2013, 01:36 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 4,327
Posted By Kyle
TeamC, We're travelling the country now,...

TeamC,

We're travelling the country now, myself telecommuting and my wife taking care of, and teaching, our daughter. So it can be done. And it is a lot of fun. Also check out malimish.com for a...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 01-30-2013, 01:43 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,606
Posted By Kyle
I ran a Pullrite for about a year and a half. We...

I ran a Pullrite for about a year and a half. We have a 34' Classic, so given the weight (overall and tongue weight) we went with the heavy duty model to stay within specs. We also tow with an '06...
Forum: On The Road... 01-11-2013, 06:15 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,301
Posted By Kyle
MsRivet, Our trip went very well. We...

MsRivet,

Our trip went very well.

We started off in Colorado Springs, headed up to Denver for Alumafandango, down to Great Sand Dunes, over to Durango, then down to Albuquerque, with lots of...
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 01-07-2013, 07:23 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,409
Posted By Kyle
Tom, My Classic came with Corian...

Tom,

My Classic came with Corian countertops. They are about 1/4 inch thick. There are strips of wood attached to the underside with a white adhesive that looks to be caulk of some type. There...
Forum: Full-Timing 11-20-2012, 07:38 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,638
Posted By Kyle
Lindsay, Easy answer first. The FB means...

Lindsay,

Easy answer first. The FB means Front Bedroom. They are very popular floorplans.

If you want to see the various floorplans offered over the years, go to to this Airstream page...
Forum: Full-Timing 11-12-2012, 08:50 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 57,314
Posted By Kyle
Lindsay, Yes, you can live life in an...

Lindsay,

Yes, you can live life in an Airstream. We (a family of three) are doing that now. We do spend most of our time on the road, but when you get right down to it, the only difference with...
Forum: Winter Living 11-03-2012, 01:59 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,402
Posted By Kyle
I'd probably bring some extra propane tanks just...

I'd probably bring some extra propane tanks just in case you couldn't get it locally and a generator and supply of fuel for it. Being away from it all day, I'd also lock it down real good given some...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 10-19-2012, 08:28 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,836
Posted By Kyle
When we lived in Minneapolis, we had to store our...

When we lived in Minneapolis, we had to store our Airstream off-site due to city regulations. :( So, a boot was one of the security devices I used while it was stored.

Here's a link...
Forum: Our Community 10-11-2012, 01:54 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,373
Posted By Kyle
LizAnn, This is what we're doing. I do my...

LizAnn,

This is what we're doing. I do my work during normal business hours during the week, and we change locations on the weekend, typically every week or two.

My employer supports...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 09-27-2012, 05:06 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 22,928
Posted By Kyle
We used to use the Guardian G-37 which I think is...

We used to use the Guardian G-37 which I think is one of the better lock designs available, but have recently gone to using the MegaHitch vault. As a non-thief, I think the MegaHitch would be a bit...
Forum: 2005 - 2010 Safari 09-19-2012, 02:55 PM
Replies: 974
Views: 174,261
Posted By Kyle
Here's another one that is currently listed on...

Here's another one that is currently listed on Craigslist.
https://burlington.craigslist.org/rvs/3235444201.html (https://burlington.craigslist.org/rvs/3235444201.html)
Forum: Photography 08-30-2012, 10:40 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,006
Posted By Kyle
End of the rainbow

Just thought I'd share.
This was tonight at San Luis State Park, CO.
Forum: The Rally Zone 08-28-2012, 08:51 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,930
Posted By Kyle
One last post on Lakeside Amusement Park...

One last post on Lakeside Amusement Park (https://https://channelsurfingwithgas.com/lakeside-amusement-park/), with lots of photos.
Forum: Our Community 08-27-2012, 11:07 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,153
Posted By Kyle
I don't think a 34' is excessive at all. There's...

I don't think a 34' is excessive at all. There's three of sharing the space now, but even once it is just the two of us, I can't see us trading for a smaller one. Maybe add a smaller one, but not get...
Forum: The Rally Zone 08-27-2012, 06:41 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,930
Posted By Kyle
We now have posts up for Day Four...

We now have posts up for
Day Four (https://channelsurfingwithgas.com/alumafandango-day-four/)
Day Five (https://channelsurfingwithgas.com/alumafandango-enjoy/)
and
Pictures from the open house...
Forum: The Rally Zone 08-24-2012, 07:35 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,930
Posted By Kyle
Our post for day three is now up at Channel...

Our post for day three is now up at Channel Surfing with Gas (channelsurfingwithgas.com/alumafandango-day-3).

We're having a great time here.
Forum: The Rally Zone 08-02-2012, 06:57 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,833
Posted By Kyle
We're going. We've been to two Alumapoozas and...

We're going. We've been to two Alumapoozas and both were a great time, so we're looking forward to the western event.
Forum: On The Road... 08-02-2012, 12:52 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,148
Posted By Kyle
Not counting Alumapalooza, we've only seen two...

Not counting Alumapalooza, we've only seen two other Airstreams on the road this summer, but we've seen five in the parks we've been in. There's been a lot of Airstreams built over the years, but...
Forum: Exterior Restoration Forum 05-19-2012, 12:53 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,742
Posted By Kyle
I use Griot's waterless wash and their green...

I use Griot's waterless wash and their green microfiber towels. I think it works great.

Complete Spray-On Car Wash Kit - Cleaners - Car Washing - Car Care - Griot's Garage...
Forum: General Repair Forum 05-04-2012, 02:29 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,105
Posted By Kyle
Here is one that several people use and that I'll...

Here is one that several people use and that I'll be installing shortly.
Snyders RV Refrigeration - Home (https://www.snydersrvrefrigeration.com)
Forum: On The Road... 05-02-2012, 07:57 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,301
Posted By Kyle
Rodney, I have looked into satellite internet,...

Rodney,
I have looked into satellite internet, but everything I've found indicates it doesn't play well with VPN. :( Otherwise I'd have it.
Forum: On The Road... 05-02-2012, 06:55 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,301
Posted By Kyle
Thank you everyone for your help and advice. I've...

Thank you everyone for your help and advice. I've decided on our itinerary. From Colorado Springs, we're going to head over to the Great Sand Dunes National Park area, over to Durango and then down...
Forum: On The Road... 04-30-2012, 08:15 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,248
Posted By Kyle
We use a Garmin dezl 560LMT. It's made for truck...

We use a Garmin dezl 560LMT. It's made for truck drivers, so it has route information in it that is specific for truckers (underpass heights, grades, roads with tight turns, etc) and uses that to...
Forum: On The Road... 04-28-2012, 02:35 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,301
Posted By Kyle
I need to keep basic office hours, so I need to...

I need to keep basic office hours, so I need to keep my towing time to the weekends. And yes, that means I only need contact while at a campsite.

Thank you everyone for all the suggestions so far.
Forum: On The Road... 04-27-2012, 03:04 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,301
Posted By Kyle
Regarding the need for Verizon, the wi-fi at...

Regarding the need for Verizon, the wi-fi at parks (and just about anywhere else) won't work as I have to use VPN to access my employer's system. Most public wi-fi's won't allow VPN connectivity. And...
Forum: On The Road... 04-27-2012, 01:41 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,301
Posted By Kyle
Advice Needed: Colorado and New Mexico

I'm trying to plan our summer excursion and could use some advice.

The bookends are Colorado Springs Aug. 12-25 and the Albuquerque International Balloon Airstream Rally beginning Oct 5th. It is...
Forum: Upholstery, Blinds, Walls & Interior Finishes 03-29-2012, 01:54 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,854
Posted By Kyle
Here are a couple: circa 60...

Here are a couple:
circa 60 (https://www.birchfabrics.com/circa60.html)
eQuilter Vintage Trailers - Christmas Campers - Periwinkle...
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 03-13-2012, 03:06 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,835
Posted By Kyle
Is this the one you're talking about? ...

Is this the one you're talking about?
https://www.airforums.com/forums/f287/propane-tank-cover-lock-36720-2.html#post483695
Forum: On The Road... 03-12-2012, 12:48 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,800
Posted By Kyle
You can get the book here: The Collected...

You can get the book here:
The Collected Adventures of Tin Hut, Volume 1 (https://www.amazon.com/The-Collected-Adventures-Volume-ebook/dp/B006IW12WE/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1331577968&sr=8-1)
Forum: WBCCI Rallies & Events 03-10-2012, 01:29 AM
Replies: 170
Views: 23,753
Posted By Kyle
We've been waiting and checking daily for...

We've been waiting and checking daily for registration to open. Now I have to wait a few hours for the post office to open to mail in the registration. And we can't wait for the rally to start. :)...
Forum: Airstream Oddities 07-21-2011, 10:22 PM
Replies: 707
Views: 138,860
Posted By Kyle
Darkspeed, Here's a link...

Darkspeed, Here's a link (https://www.timelesstraveltrailers.com/gallery/patio-joes/) to a Westcraft that Timeless Travel Trailer lifted to increase the headroom. While not an Airstream, it has some...
Forum: Other Rallies & Events 06-07-2011, 12:01 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 15,672
Posted By Kyle
Here is a link to my pictures from the Open House...

Here is a link to my pictures from the Open House (https://blog.channelsurfingwithgas.com/2011/06/07/alumapalooza-2011-open-house/).
Forum: Off Topic Forum 05-19-2011, 02:24 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,481
Posted By Kyle
I have a few bikes, one which is a cruiser (no...

I have a few bikes, one which is a cruiser (no gears), but the rest have gears. The cruiser is nice for riding round the local lake as it is fairly level. But for most of the other bike trails I ride...
Forum: Upholstery, Blinds, Walls & Interior Finishes 05-10-2011, 02:49 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,550
Posted By Kyle
Her forum name is Silver Threads...

Her forum name is Silver Threads (https://https://www.airforums.com/forums/members/silver+threads-15902.html), and the website is www.silverthreadsinteriors.com...
Forum: General Interior Topics 05-10-2011, 05:53 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,489
Posted By Kyle
Withidl, I like that. Better than what I came...

Withidl,
I like that. Better than what I came up with. That looks to be much cleaner.
Forum: General Interior Topics 05-09-2011, 08:22 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,489
Posted By Kyle
I seriously considered putting it on the door...

I seriously considered putting it on the door under the sink. But then I figured if we forgot to open the door prior to sitting down, we would have to stand up, and maybe even open the bathroom door...
Forum: General Interior Topics 05-09-2011, 07:38 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,489
Posted By Kyle
After measuring and holding the roll everywhere...

After measuring and holding the roll everywhere we could think of, here's what we finally came up with. It seemed to be the only spot we could put it where it both wouldn't be in the way and could...
Forum: 1974 - 1979 Sovereign 04-26-2011, 08:10 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,085
Posted By Kyle
I think your best bet is going to be layered...

I think your best bet is going to be layered security. Don't rely on just one method. Put a hitch lock on it (Guardian makes nice ones that look like they'd take a while to defeat.) wrap the chains...
Forum: General Interior Topics 04-18-2011, 04:21 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,489
Posted By Kyle
Toilet Paper Holder?

We have a 34' Classic that I'm trying to decide where to put a toilet paper holder at. We're tired of sitting the roll on the counter top, but I haven't hit upon a perfect place to put a holder for...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 11-02-2010, 07:45 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 12,005
Posted By Kyle
Pahaska and ArtStream, Which class of...

Pahaska and ArtStream,

Which class of AirSafe hitch are ya'll using?

Thank you.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 08-24-2010, 03:01 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,197
Posted By Kyle
You should be ok with one of the new GM or Ford...

You should be ok with one of the new GM or Ford 3/4 tons. The payload capacity is what I would pay attention to, and probably spend the $9 to weigh one prior to purchase. It looks like the tongue...
Forum: Member Introductions 07-09-2010, 01:17 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 638
Posted By Kyle
Almost there

Hello all.

After lurking for about 4 years, trying to learn as much as I could before making this decision, I am finally purchasing an Airstream. Unfortunately, it will be about a month before I...
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