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Forum: Off Topic Forum 02-19-2010, 10:21 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 6,766
Posted By Silvertwinky
I bought a 1-ton dually while we still owned the...

I bought a 1-ton dually while we still owned the A/S. That was the best thing I had ever done at that time for towing stability. I know they preach about not using too big of a vehicle and that it'll...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 02-19-2010, 07:40 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 6,766
Posted By Silvertwinky
I saw this thread and it struck my interest; I...

I saw this thread and it struck my interest; I suppose because we have owned three different Airstreams and now we are the owners of a fifth wheel.

We started our search for a different unit when...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 10-27-2009, 06:57 PM
Replies: 140
Views: 59,258
Posted By Silvertwinky
I have a 2004 F-350 Crew Cab Dually with the 6.0...

I have a 2004 F-350 Crew Cab Dually with the 6.0 Power Stroke engine. When I bought it, it had over 300,000 miles on it. I have put close to 30,000 miles on it since I've owned it. I did have to...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 02-05-2009, 05:03 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 21,179
Posted By Silvertwinky
I had a 1990 ¾ ton Chevy G-20 van that I once...

I had a 1990 ¾ ton Chevy G-20 van that I once pulled a 27’ A/S with. There were several circumstances that almost caused me to be involved in a bad accident. I could feel the full size van at times...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 02-04-2009, 07:31 AM
Replies: 728
Views: 52,071
Posted By Silvertwinky
We Got up this morning to a fresh layer of snow...

We Got up this morning to a fresh layer of snow and 17° F.
Forum: Off Topic Forum 12-19-2008, 03:56 PM
Replies: 162
Views: 12,395
Posted By Silvertwinky
I used to really like this forum and after I...

I used to really like this forum and after I bought another brand and started visiting another forum I was wishing that it was set up like this one. Not now! I don’t like the ads and everything is...
Forum: On The Road... 12-08-2008, 05:35 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 956
Posted By Silvertwinky
Lowest Gas Prices!

Has anyone seen this web site?


National Gas Prices (https://gasprices.mapquest.com)
Forum: On The Road... 12-08-2008, 05:22 PM
Replies: 3,842
Views: 368,812
Posted By Silvertwinky
$1.59 here today!

$1.59 here today!
Forum: Tow Vehicles 11-16-2008, 08:45 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,144
Posted By Silvertwinky
We are very happy with the fifth wheel we have....

We are very happy with the fifth wheel we have. We really liked the A/S's we have owned but we simply needed more room.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 11-16-2008, 08:13 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,144
Posted By Silvertwinky
It's been a good one! It can also be seen...

It's been a good one!

It can also be seen in this photo (https://www.airforums.com/photos/showimage.php?i=5901&c=3136)that jcanavera posted of a rally we went to when we had the A/S.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 11-16-2008, 07:59 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,144
Posted By Silvertwinky
Tow Vehicle for sale!

I haven't posted in a while but I just listed a Tow Vehicle (https://www.airstreamclassifieds.com/showproduct.php?product=6662&limit=recent)for sale.

For more photos you can view them here! ...
Forum: On The Road... 08-29-2008, 04:33 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,263
Posted By Silvertwinky
Hi everyone, it's been a while. Seen the news on...

Hi everyone, it's been a while. Seen the news on the Montana forums about the closings and that sure does stink! I know I really enjoyed the two visits when we were at the Moraine View State Park. I...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 05-18-2008, 08:14 PM
Replies: 728
Views: 52,071
Posted By Silvertwinky
58° here at 10:15 p.m.

58° here at 10:15 p.m.
Forum: Off Topic Forum 05-11-2008, 06:41 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 11,136
Posted By Silvertwinky
From a 3-time Airstream owner I can say that over...

From a 3-time Airstream owner I can say that over time our needs and desires changed. We needed more room; the A/S simply didn’t give us that. We are now on our second SOB and are really enjoying it....
Forum: Forum Admin, News and Member Account Info 03-15-2008, 03:05 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,257
Posted By Silvertwinky
I tried to make a link to a thread I started...

I tried to make a link to a thread I started about acronyms & abbreviations. If I had the ability to "EDIT" I could keep this up-dated somewhat. Some of these may be a little out-dated such as TV is...
Forum: On The Road... 02-11-2008, 07:24 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,298
Posted By Silvertwinky
Some Other Brand

It would be interesting to know what brand this was!

If you don't want to mentioned the brand name on the forum and know what brand it was, I would appreciate it if you could send me a PM with...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 02-07-2008, 02:39 AM
Replies: 728
Views: 52,071
Posted By Silvertwinky
The temperature took a plunge yesterday...

The temperature took a plunge yesterday afternoon. Since my last post the temp has drooped 31° in about 13 hours.
Forum: Off Topic Forum 02-06-2008, 01:08 PM
Replies: 728
Views: 52,071
Posted By Silvertwinky
Here it is into Feb. and we have 69° this...

Here it is into Feb. and we have 69° this afternoon. I replaced a tarp which was a temporary cover over a small building this afternoon. The wind caught it once and had to start over with it. Come...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 01-17-2008, 05:59 AM
Replies: 728
Views: 52,071
Posted By Silvertwinky
It is 34° here this morning. The snow is just...

It is 34° here this morning. The snow is just starting to cover the ground. I don't know just how much we are supposed to get today but it's supposed to snow through-out the day.
Forum: 1993 Excella 1000 01-03-2008, 03:46 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,108
Posted By Silvertwinky
We have our Air sticker in the back window of our...

We have our Air sticker in the back window of our 5th wheel. You probably won't see very many "Some Other Brands" with that sticker but if you see ours you're welcome for a tour!
Forum: Off Topic Forum 01-03-2008, 03:28 AM
Replies: 728
Views: 52,071
Posted By Silvertwinky
Here we are, winter has got it's grip on us...

Here we are, winter has got it's grip on us again!
It is now 18.4°F this early morning in Kentucky.

I'm ready for spring so we can get back out camping.
Forum: Off Topic Forum 01-03-2008, 03:16 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 7,573
Posted By Silvertwinky
Answering the original question as to why we got...

Answering the original question as to why we got an A/S....

We had another brand as our first camper and really enjoyed camping. When we purchased our house we sold the camper to help make a...
Forum: Forum Admin, News and Member Account Info 06-24-2007, 03:02 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 8,236
Posted By Silvertwinky
We were gone on vacation and completely missed...

We were gone on vacation and completely missed out on the second round. I believe this could be part of the reason attendance is low. Perhaps a winter voting would have increased the participation...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 06-20-2007, 09:57 AM
Replies: 571
Views: 47,190
Posted By Silvertwinky
Hey Jack, when are you going to get your photos...

Hey Jack, when are you going to get your photos posted?
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 06-20-2007, 09:53 AM
Replies: 571
Views: 47,190
Posted By Silvertwinky
If a different site would ever be chosen, perhaps...

If a different site would ever be chosen, perhaps it could be considered somewhere in Ohio or around Kentucky!
Forum: Off Topic Forum 06-19-2007, 09:56 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,428
Posted By Silvertwinky
RV Museum

There is an RV Museum located in Elkhart, IN. They have recently moved to a new location and are expanding. We recently visited there on our way back from Moraine View State Park Forums Rally. It's...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 06-05-2007, 10:22 PM
Replies: 571
Views: 47,190
Posted By Silvertwinky
Well we've changed our plans just a bit. We've...

Well we've changed our plans just a bit. We've decided to pop in on Wednesday, maybe, that is if we drive the full distance on Wednesday. It's about 400 miles +/- for us and we will have our...
Forum: On The Road... 06-05-2007, 07:28 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,475
Posted By Silvertwinky
I've thought about a back up camera for the fifth...

I've thought about a back up camera for the fifth wheel. However, I'm wondering if it wouldn't just cause more confusion where you would be setting in a different perspective than what you are seeing...
Forum: On The Road... 06-05-2007, 12:54 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,475
Posted By Silvertwinky
Almost a boo boo!

Luckily, nothing happened. I was trying to back our 5er in our drive and park it yesterday; the problem was I tried to do it without a spotter. "DON"T TRY IT" It's just asking for a problem. If...
Forum: Forum Admin, News and Member Account Info 06-05-2007, 11:27 AM
Replies: 1,479
Views: 547,208
Posted By Silvertwinky
It's a small reward for supporting this forum. At...

It's a small reward for supporting this forum. At the beginning of this thread it explains a lot more about it.
Forum: On The Road... 06-04-2007, 07:06 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,635
Posted By Silvertwinky
Bryan, I'm sure it would be further than 500...

Bryan, I'm sure it would be further than 500 miles but the Moraine View state Park near Leroy, IL is where several of us will be over the weekend. If you really want to travel come on up and join in....
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 06-04-2007, 06:59 PM
Replies: 571
Views: 47,190
Posted By Silvertwinky
Jack, thanks for the warning about the tires. Our...

Jack, thanks for the warning about the tires. Our camper had 42lbs. of air pressure in them. I was thinking they looked a little low but taking a closer look it was rated for a max of 80 lbs. I would...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 06-04-2007, 01:30 PM
Replies: 571
Views: 47,190
Posted By Silvertwinky
Well, I'm a HAPPY CAMPER now! :) We got our...

Well, I'm a HAPPY CAMPER now! :)
We got our camper back today and I don't have to wait any longer. That anticipation was killing us. :eek: Now we can start getting ready for the trip to Moraine...
Forum: General Interior Topics 06-04-2007, 09:21 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,904
Posted By Silvertwinky
We had a 1975 International model that needed...

We had a 1975 International model that needed some modifications made for extra sleeping room. We removed the closet and the dresser opposite of a fold down bed, and then built in some bunks. I...
Forum: 2005 - 2010 Safari 06-04-2007, 04:23 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,829
Posted By Silvertwinky
As far as the towing, I can say that when we went...

As far as the towing, I can say that when we went from a single axle to a dual axle, the pull became a lot smoother.

I have never had a flat while towing but if I was to have one, I would rather...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 06-04-2007, 03:51 AM
Replies: 571
Views: 47,190
Posted By Silvertwinky
A person I know has a regular fridge like you. He...

A person I know has a regular fridge like you. He had it set up with an inverter to keep it running while traveling. I'm not sure what size you would need but that is another possibility.
Forum: On The Road... 06-03-2007, 08:49 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,808
Posted By Silvertwinky
clearance heights

Does anyone know of some good web sites that may show the heights of bridges, etc..?

I was also wondering what the minimum height has to be on an overpass bridge clearance before there has to be...
Forum: Our Community 06-03-2007, 08:20 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,130
Posted By Silvertwinky
** I finally made it **

It certainly took a while but I finally made it to a "Rivet Master" with this post!

:band:
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 06-03-2007, 07:57 PM
Replies: 571
Views: 47,190
Posted By Silvertwinky
Not trying to tell you what to do but I believe...

Not trying to tell you what to do but I believe there is a KFC nearby in Leroy. I think I would consider that if it was our first time out and our fridge only ran on electric.

There may be other...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 06-03-2007, 05:49 PM
Replies: 571
Views: 47,190
Posted By Silvertwinky
Hey, are there any cornhole players going to the...

Hey, are there any cornhole players going to the rally?

Corn Toss, Cornhole, Bean Bag and Bean Toss - Rules, Sets and Standards (https://www.playcornhole.org/)
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 06-03-2007, 05:46 PM
Replies: 571
Views: 47,190
Posted By Silvertwinky
Actually, it has a dowel rod through the top of...

Actually, it has a dowel rod through the top of it. I plan on trying to secure it using that.
Forum: Member Introductions 06-03-2007, 03:42 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 795
Posted By Silvertwinky
I don't mean to be pessimistic here but I'm not...

I don't mean to be pessimistic here but I'm not sure I would want to use any type of camper for storm protection!

Welcome to the forums!
Forum: Forum Admin, News and Member Account Info 06-03-2007, 03:32 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,403
Posted By Silvertwinky
I think the voting is neat how that once your...

I think the voting is neat how that once your vote is cast, it always takes you to the results. I only wish I would have waited somewhat longer before voting and gave myself a longer time to view all...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 06-03-2007, 03:21 AM
Replies: 571
Views: 47,190
Posted By Silvertwinky
Our plans are to also arrive on Thursday. We...

Our plans are to also arrive on Thursday. We actually made reservations for then. As we're waiting for the camper repairs, the long awaiting part has arrived and I was told they would work on it...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 06-01-2007, 06:26 PM
Replies: 571
Views: 47,190
Posted By Silvertwinky
I was going to make certain that I got some Gold...

I was going to make certain that I got some Gold Rivets so my wife helped me out just a bit with the new avatar! :)
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 06-01-2007, 04:16 PM
Replies: 571
Views: 47,190
Posted By Silvertwinky
When we went last, in 2004, we got there on...

When we went last, in 2004, we got there on Thursday and went through some real bad weather on the way there. When we pulled in it was a down pour. How exciting!:lol:
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 06-01-2007, 04:12 PM
Replies: 571
Views: 47,190
Posted By Silvertwinky
Well, I'm getting a little antsy; to say the...

Well, I'm getting a little antsy; to say the least. The repair of my water heater is taking much too long. They informed me that it wasn't in yet. When I talked with them I was told that it was on...
Forum: Forum Admin, News and Member Account Info 05-30-2007, 04:35 AM
Replies: 1,479
Views: 547,208
Posted By Silvertwinky
** Finially Got My Gold Rivet **

Yea!:lol: Thanks Andy,

This is a great forum!


:band:

I'm a happy camper now!

:bounce: :clap: :clap: :clap: :bounce:
Forum: Forum Admin, News and Member Account Info 05-29-2007, 08:31 PM
Replies: 1,479
Views: 547,208
Posted By Silvertwinky
Yeah, I did; I don't mean to hi-jack the thread...

Yeah, I did; I don't mean to hi-jack the thread either but here is a little explanation and a few photos.

I bought a 37' M/H. I knew it would need a little work at the time and I really got it...
Forum: Forum Admin, News and Member Account Info 05-29-2007, 01:42 PM
Replies: 1,479
Views: 547,208
Posted By Silvertwinky
I know it takes a little time for things to get...

I know it takes a little time for things to get processed. I'm just being a whiner today, our camper is still in the shop and I'm a little antsy about it being finished in time for Moraine View...
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