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Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 10-24-2010, 06:51 AM
Replies: 405
Views: 113,298
Posted By JK3500
One Frame Problem Solved..

I am really sorry to hear more and more people reporting frame problems with their 22' Internationals. It's a terrible knot in the gut, thinking the trailer you spent so much money on (and are still...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 01-28-2010, 05:54 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,041
Posted By JK3500
Below is a chart that corresponds volts and...

Below is a chart that corresponds volts and specific gravity to level of charge. To be accurate, when measuring volts, the battery cannot be under a load (voltage will measure low) or within 15...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 10-26-2009, 05:49 AM
Replies: 377
Views: 166,084
Posted By JK3500
I also replaced a number of my halogens to LEDs...

I also replaced a number of my halogens to LEDs from SuperBrightLED.com, based on the comments on this thread. I couldn't be happier. Replaced the lights over the dinette and kitchen area, as well...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 10-20-2009, 05:26 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 17,713
Posted By JK3500
That's because you should've bought a Stihl. ...

That's because you should've bought a Stihl. (just kidding).

I really can't help as I bought my chainsaw here in CO and only used it here. If it's underpowered I wouldn't know it. Maybe take...
Forum: WBCCI Forum 10-18-2009, 06:24 AM
Replies: 250
Views: 24,652
Posted By JK3500
Whose responsibility is it?

disclaimer: I'm not really a "club" person and don't have a dog in the fight. Consider this an observation from someone on the outside looking in.

I find it interesting that when new members...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 10-17-2009, 07:06 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,630
Posted By JK3500
I also have an Intellipower (4655) 4 stage...

I also have an Intellipower (4655) 4 stage charger I recently installed to replace a WFCO 3 stage charger which barely lasted 2 years (wouldn't you know it died just past the warrantee period).

I...
Forum: Axles 10-10-2009, 06:27 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,606
Posted By JK3500
I used them on a pop-up trailer years ago, on the...

I used them on a pop-up trailer years ago, on the advice of a friend. I have considered putting them on the Airstream but have not as of yet.

I am interested to hear what others have to say. jk
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 10-10-2009, 06:22 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 14,138
Posted By JK3500
I also converted my Yamaha 2400 generator to...

I also converted my Yamaha 2400 generator to propane with the kit from US Carb. The conversion was easy and the generator runs great; no gas fumes or nasty exhaust. The only time it has run on gas...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 09-29-2009, 05:31 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,948
Posted By JK3500
Mine were about 24" apart. I think they vary...

Mine were about 24" apart. I think they vary from front to back. Mine also had a center brace between two cross braces. You can tell where the frame rails are by removing the floor covering and...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 09-29-2009, 07:11 AM
Replies: 405
Views: 113,298
Posted By JK3500
Good point Don. Forgot about the outriggers. ...

Good point Don. Forgot about the outriggers. Mine also are drooped down on the curbside. They don't appear to be dropping anymore since the last repair but only time will tell. jk
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 09-29-2009, 05:43 AM
Replies: 405
Views: 113,298
Posted By JK3500
Because of the belly wrap, it is difficult to see...

Because of the belly wrap, it is difficult to see any damage to the frame until that damage extends to to the bottom of the frame rail. This occurred on mine and was obvious as a crack along the...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 09-24-2009, 07:47 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 7,319
Posted By JK3500
Thanks for clarifying 2air. Yes, I am towing...

Thanks for clarifying 2air. Yes, I am towing with a 1 ton, which barely notices the trailer tailing behind, especially as I tow below 65 mph always. That probably would not be the case with a 1/2...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 09-22-2009, 10:40 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 7,319
Posted By JK3500
You are correct. The rest of the saga can be...

You are correct. The rest of the saga can be found here:

https://www.airforums.com/forums/f463/heed-the-warnings-of-running-hd-trucks-with-heavy-wd-bars-45839.html

The downside is when...
Forum: 2002 - 2005 International 09-16-2009, 03:55 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,790
Posted By JK3500
Thanks Lisa. Yes, we also replaced the vinyl...

Thanks Lisa. Yes, we also replaced the vinyl flooring with 3/8" plywood. That thread can be found here:

https://www.airforums.com/forums/f36/floor-repair-54724.html

We really enjoy the extra...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 09-07-2009, 07:43 AM
Replies: 405
Views: 113,298
Posted By JK3500
Brad, Not sure exactly why my outriggers...

Brad,

Not sure exactly why my outriggers sagged. Frankly, it may have been the force of my WD bars constantly slamming the trailer downward.

Attached are some photos of the "fix" Airstream...
Forum: 2002 - 2005 International 09-07-2009, 07:24 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,955
Posted By JK3500
We ordered ours from the Airstream factory store....

We ordered ours from the Airstream factory store. A bit pricey but good quality and fit exactly. jk
Forum: Off Topic Forum 09-07-2009, 07:22 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,166
Posted By JK3500
Beautiful house!

Beautiful house!
Forum: Member Introductions 09-07-2009, 06:47 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 961
Posted By JK3500
Good advice. While everyone here can give you...

Good advice. While everyone here can give you ideas on what to carry, only you will know what works for you and you won't find that out until you start traveling. Also, like a previous comment it...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 09-05-2009, 07:30 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,769
Posted By JK3500
Thanks to Andy and all the others who make this...

Thanks to Andy and all the others who make this site the best resource for Airstream owners old and new. jk
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 09-03-2009, 05:21 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,629
Posted By JK3500
Agree!

Agree!
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 09-03-2009, 05:14 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 10,787
Posted By JK3500
Good points. The first demonstrates it is more...

Good points. The first demonstrates it is more important where you get the water from than where you put it (in the tank or a 5 gal jug). If you fill your tank before you leave home you are...
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 09-02-2009, 05:13 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 10,787
Posted By JK3500
I drink the tank water. No problems. Sanitize...

I drink the tank water. No problems. Sanitize the tank twice a year or so. Don't use any filters. that might be a good preventative measure but if I'm filling from potable water source its the...
Forum: General Repair Forum 08-26-2009, 05:47 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,337
Posted By JK3500
I've had a similar odor in my International...

I've had a similar odor in my International before. Turns out it was the plastic Sterilite containers under the bed. Some of them have a very strong, offensive plastic odor. You never notice it in...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 08-09-2009, 06:44 PM
Replies: 405
Views: 113,298
Posted By JK3500
I guess I am torn. Am I disappointed? Yes. Am...

I guess I am torn. Am I disappointed? Yes. Am I concerned that my very nice, very expensive, shiny aluminum travel trailer will end up as lawn furniture long before it is paid for? Yes. Do I...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 08-09-2009, 06:21 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,948
Posted By JK3500
We removed the bed, nightstand, converter and...

We removed the bed, nightstand, converter and dinette area (wasn't much left of the dinette after the modification). That was all pretty easy.

Debated removing the rest of the kitchen cabinets,...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 08-09-2009, 06:15 AM
Replies: 405
Views: 113,298
Posted By JK3500
Best I can describe it felt like there was no...

Best I can describe it felt like there was no suspension and every bump felt like the trailer was literally being slammed onto the ground.

Without the bars it felt like I would think a trailer...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 08-09-2009, 06:01 AM
Replies: 405
Views: 113,298
Posted By JK3500
Rich, As you indicated, my frame cracked in...

Rich,

As you indicated, my frame cracked in front of the axle, on the bottom of the frame. It also bagan to buckle in the middle of the frame, again, just forward of the axle. Here is a not...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 08-08-2009, 09:34 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,281
Posted By JK3500
Yep. I think you're right. Tried a number of...

Yep. I think you're right. Tried a number of things, desconnecting, reconnecting, etc and it looks like the converter is shot.

Will look into a Progressive....

Thanks, jk
Forum: 2002 - 2005 International 08-08-2009, 09:30 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,790
Posted By JK3500
Broom Closet

Another small mod: we removed the privacy curtain from the left side of the wardrobe and turned the compartment into a broom closet. This one was real easy; we just cut out the back wall at the top...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 08-08-2009, 08:25 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,948
Posted By JK3500
Dinette mod pics are in

You can see them here:

https://www.airforums.com/forums/f293/another-22-ccd-dinette-mod-54837.html#post732259
Forum: 2002 - 2005 International 08-08-2009, 08:22 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,790
Posted By JK3500
Pics...

Here they are...
Forum: 2002 - 2005 International 08-08-2009, 08:08 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,790
Posted By JK3500
Another 22' CCD Dinette mod

Like others, though we love the layout of the 22' CCD, we felt the dinette setup was cramped, uncomfortable and took up too much floor space in the trailer. Spent some time tossing about different...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 08-08-2009, 07:15 AM
Replies: 405
Views: 113,298
Posted By JK3500
Don, Where exactly did your frame crack? ...

Don,

Where exactly did your frame crack? My frame cracked on the curb side just in front of the axles. As far as I know I have experienced no damage to the rear of the axles, which I suspect...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 08-07-2009, 05:51 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,948
Posted By JK3500
The insulation is what was there. I added about...

The insulation is what was there. I added about a bat's worth to fill the space. There was no insulation around the fresh water tank. In hindsight, it probably would have been a good idea to wrap...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 08-07-2009, 05:47 AM
Replies: 405
Views: 113,298
Posted By JK3500
Paula, Mine is a 2005 as well. jk

Paula,

Mine is a 2005 as well. jk
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 08-07-2009, 05:45 AM
Replies: 405
Views: 113,298
Posted By JK3500
My damage occured both times on the curbside of...

My damage occured both times on the curbside of the trailer, just forward of the front axle. In addition, my outriggers sagged to the point you can see the droop at the front of the wheelwell cover...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 08-06-2009, 05:30 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,948
Posted By JK3500
User Error

Thanks for the replies folks. BTW, I apologize, should have put more information in the original post. The floor damage was our fault. It occurred when we overfilled our fresh water tank preparing...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 08-05-2009, 06:14 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,948
Posted By JK3500
Floor Repair

Finally got around to fixing the damaged floor in our 22' International. Cut out the damaged section and replaced with 5/8" plywood glued and screwed to the frame rails. Added some insulation as what...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 08-05-2009, 05:47 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,281
Posted By JK3500
Converter remains on bulk charging

My converter will not switch off bulk charge mode. It is a WFCO 9845 converter (Parallax upgrade kit purchased from Randy at BestConverter.com about 2 years ago).

Everytime the converter is on...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 07-25-2009, 07:18 AM
Replies: 405
Views: 113,298
Posted By JK3500
Same Problem

Don,

Have been off the forums for awhile and just noticed this thread. I have a 2005 22' International with the exact same problems. Airstream has repaired my frame twice now. So far the frame...
Forum: Bumpers & Bumper Storage 01-02-2009, 07:32 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,957
Posted By JK3500
bob and jason thanks for the info. think i...

bob and jason

thanks for the info. think i will be modding mine this summer. jk
Forum: Full-Timing, Winter Living & Workamping 12-16-2008, 08:23 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,671
Posted By JK3500
running water not a necessity

alot of good advice here on keeping your pipes from freezing during winter outings. FWIW, I would like to offer another alternative. Instead of running your furnace all day while you are not in the...
Forum: Bumpers & Bumper Storage 12-15-2008, 01:03 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,957
Posted By JK3500
Bob, just saw your post here and think that...

Bob,

just saw your post here and think that is just the ticket for my trailer as well. great job! did you secure the box to the skin of the trailer also or just the bumper? if not, did you...
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 12-15-2008, 12:49 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 8,021
Posted By JK3500
I look forward to reading your articles. More...

I look forward to reading your articles. More importantly, I hope Airstream and its dealers read them. Barring a design change, until airstream educates their dealers and they, in turn educate...
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 12-15-2008, 06:37 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 8,021
Posted By JK3500
Andy, I don't think you can place all the...

Andy,

I don't think you can place all the blame on the owners. I have had my share of problems with the frame of my 22' International, most likely caused by two problems: excessively rated tow...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 12-11-2008, 11:37 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 12,995
Posted By JK3500
Awesome. Sounds like a great trip. Look forward...

Awesome. Sounds like a great trip. Look forward to reading the report. Enjoy! jk
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 12-11-2008, 11:23 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 12,995
Posted By JK3500
How efficient?

Zep,

Excellent install. You definitely have more talent than I. While I enjoy DIY projects my modifications tend to turn out a bit more... "rustic".

How do you like the heater? I am in...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 12-10-2008, 05:48 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 61,058
Posted By JK3500
robert, I have a Yamaha 2400 genset I...

robert,

I have a Yamaha 2400 genset I onverted with a US Carb kit and have had no problems. Sorry to hear about all your difficulties. I also bought my conversion based on reviews here. ...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 11-21-2008, 05:36 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,260
Posted By JK3500
good advice steve,thanks. it does have about an...

good advice steve,thanks. it does have about an inch and a half open space on the bottom. think i will raise the top about a half inch as well, as you suggested.

will be hooking to power this...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 11-20-2008, 05:49 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,260
Posted By JK3500
airflow for converter

in our quest to increase floorspace in our 22' international, we decided to remove the rear bench (had already removed the front bench over the summer. the dilema became what to do with the...
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