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Forum: All Argosy Trailers 09-26-2011, 09:47 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,473
Posted By shortcake
Thank you. I had mine set at B1 also for this...

Thank you. I had mine set at B1 also for this trip. The gain was pretty low but it seemed to be braking nicely. I still need to get the hang of setting it I think.

For this trip, I had the right...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 09-21-2011, 01:47 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,473
Posted By shortcake
What is the other number on Tekonsha set to?

You said you had it set on b1, what is the secondary number set to?
Thanks!
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 04-04-2011, 03:08 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 11,837
Posted By shortcake
I wanted Pearl. Hubby wanted Rust Bucket. So she...

I wanted Pearl. Hubby wanted Rust Bucket. So she is the Rusty Pearl.
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 04-04-2011, 02:21 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,473
Posted By shortcake
Thanks!

Thanks everyone. I will get that adapter ASAP!
I don't think the '72 has a grey water tank, it just drains straight out (I think even if the valve is closed?)
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 04-04-2011, 10:30 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,473
Posted By shortcake
Talking Argosy maiden voyage.

I drove 1.5 hours to destination on my first trip with the Argosy. Overall the trip was great. My combo was my 2006 V6 Touareg, 20' 1972 Argosy with new tires, a Eaz-800 WD hitch, Prodigy brake...
Forum: Jacks, Stabilizers, Lifting and Leveling 03-31-2011, 04:09 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,372
Posted By shortcake
same issue

I have the same issue. Did you figure it out?
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-03-2011, 10:19 AM
Replies: 216
Views: 35,908
Posted By shortcake
I have made my decision. Going to let AS dealer...

I have made my decision. Going to let AS dealer install the Primus BC and the E2 Equalizer WD Hitch.They can also install the voyager controller. They said the Envoy was not being made any longer....
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-03-2011, 07:56 AM
Replies: 216
Views: 35,908
Posted By shortcake
The AS dealer wants to do Primus BC and E2 WD...

The AS dealer wants to do Primus BC and E2 WD hitch setup BTW.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-03-2011, 07:42 AM
Replies: 216
Views: 35,908
Posted By shortcake
Thanks John, Unfortunately that seems really...

Thanks John,
Unfortunately that seems really interesting, I read it about 10 times, but a bit over my head technically. I'm a computer programmer but when it comes to hardware....I'm a bit shy. Plus...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-02-2011, 08:01 PM
Replies: 216
Views: 35,908
Posted By shortcake
Westfalia, When you said it's an easy customer...

Westfalia,
When you said it's an easy customer install, are you speaking of the wiring and plug for controller or the actual install of the brake controller?
I'm thinking the parts guy perhaps got...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-02-2011, 04:49 PM
Replies: 216
Views: 35,908
Posted By shortcake
Okay. Called 2 VW dealers and got totally...

Okay. Called 2 VW dealers and got totally conflicting info. First dealer here in Austin said they don't install brake controllers and referred me to a hitch shop. The hitch shop only installed one...
Forum: Stoves, Ovens & Microwaves 03-02-2011, 04:08 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,173
Posted By shortcake
I have the same missing handle and my stove looks...

I have the same missing handle and my stove looks almost identical but is avocado green. The model number on mine says T162-3 but that isn't a part on the Magic Chef replacement parts' website :-(...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-02-2011, 04:03 PM
Replies: 216
Views: 35,908
Posted By shortcake
Toby, Did you buy your brake controller...

Toby,
Did you buy your brake controller directly from the VW dealer or did you buy it and then take it there for them to install? Thanks for all of the great info!
Kathy
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-02-2011, 02:51 PM
Replies: 216
Views: 35,908
Posted By shortcake
Got the Treg

Update:
My '98 Subaru Outback wound up dying in near West Texas over the Thanksgiving holiday so we were forced into a quick decision. Found a low mileage well priced 2006 V6 Touareg and the '72 20'...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 11-19-2010, 09:58 AM
Replies: 216
Views: 35,908
Posted By shortcake
Nixed the 04

I talked to a VW mechanic and he said to stay away from the '04's and '05's. Soooo now back to saving up for that 06 V8/07 V6 Touareg or considering another option.

I could have the Trailblazer...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 11-18-2010, 02:03 PM
Replies: 216
Views: 35,908
Posted By shortcake
No decision yet....

My target date is January to have the tow vehicle. I had pretty much decided and talked my husband into contributing for an '07 V6 Treg...but then I saw an '04 with 70K(1/2 the age and less than 1/2...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 10-20-2010, 04:05 PM
Replies: 216
Views: 35,908
Posted By shortcake
Is there really that big of a difference between...

Is there really that big of a difference between the 06-07 V6's? I've never towed the trailer, so I've never had the chance to weigh it loaded but here are the specs:
Specs of Argosy:
20 ft
4450...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 10-20-2010, 03:48 PM
Replies: 216
Views: 35,908
Posted By shortcake
Hello, I own a 20' 1972 Argosy that I have...

Hello,
I own a 20' 1972 Argosy that I have never towed. It has been in the driveway for 6 months now due to lack of tow vehicle. I almost pulled the trigger on a V6 Touareg last weekend. My question...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 10-20-2010, 03:05 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,387
Posted By shortcake
Of course I don't think there is anything wrong...

Of course I don't think there is anything wrong with trucks! Just for me, with an 18 mo old and wanting to use the tow vehicle for everyday scooting around, the truck doesn't jump at me as a logical...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 10-15-2010, 12:56 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,387
Posted By shortcake
I'm not opposed to SUVs. Just not keen on the...

I'm not opposed to SUVs. Just not keen on the larger SUVs like a Suburban. I saw someone mention that alot of Argosy owners use Honda Pilots. I saw some folks mention minivans. Just looking for...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 10-15-2010, 11:38 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,387
Posted By shortcake
Help me choose Tow Vehicle(Argosy 20')

So.... I've had a 1972 Argosy for over 6 months in the driveway now. Both my husband and I have 1998 vehicles and we are ripe for a new one which will be the tow vehicle. We aren't interested in a...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 05-07-2010, 02:14 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,421
Posted By shortcake
ChasMorgan, Do you mind sharing your...

ChasMorgan,
Do you mind sharing your electrician via PM since we both live in Austin?
Thanks!
KStone
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 05-07-2010, 11:39 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,421
Posted By shortcake
Any thoughts on the $577 check at the Airstream...

Any thoughts on the $577 check at the Airstream dealer? I was thinking about opting for an hourly rate and choosing certain items for checking along with getting the wheel bearings repacked(at which...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 05-07-2010, 11:10 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,421
Posted By shortcake
30 Amp Breaker

I had an AC guy look at the Argosy while servicing my home unit. Our breaker box is full so he said I would need a new small breaker box with 30 Amp breaker to plug into....Thoughts on this or any of...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 04-30-2010, 04:18 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,421
Posted By shortcake
Took the Plunge!

Just bought a 1972 Argosy 20'!!!

The PO had completed a frame off restoration of the sub floor, coated new plywood in marine grade fiberglass rosin and installed all new plumbing and a new water...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 04-30-2010, 03:52 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,386
Posted By shortcake
I took the plunge! I bought an 1972 Argosy 20'...

I took the plunge! I bought an 1972 Argosy 20' with a weight of 2880. Now another year or so to save up for two vehicle! In the meantime my relatives have offered to lend us their trucks here and...
Forum: Title, VIN & Registration 04-30-2010, 03:50 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,696
Posted By shortcake
I took the plunge. It all seemed to work out...

I took the plunge. It all seemed to work out okay. Went to a title company here with the title. It showed no liens. Should receive the new title in a couple of weeks.
:-)
Forum: Title, VIN & Registration 04-15-2010, 10:43 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,696
Posted By shortcake
I have the VIN on a faxed copy. No liens show but...

I have the VIN on a faxed copy. No liens show but I was just trying to do the right thing by checking as well as I could. I didn't know if someone at say, an RV dealership, had access to say Yay or...
Forum: Title, VIN & Registration 04-15-2010, 10:27 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,696
Posted By shortcake
Search for lien?

Hello,
I am considering purchasing a trailer with an open title. The seller seems very honest and upfront. However,I wanted to do some background checking first just to be safe. I want to make sure...
Forum: Our Community 03-10-2010, 11:46 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 796
Posted By shortcake
The trailer is in Mocksville, NC. The owner said...

The trailer is in Mocksville, NC. The owner said it was about 25 min outside of Winston.
Forum: Our Community 03-10-2010, 09:48 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 796
Posted By shortcake
just fyi for everyone, I just send an email to...

just fyi for everyone, I just send an email to the administrator. It appears the inspector search is not working properly:
When I search for an inspector, it appears to return a list of ALL members....
Forum: Our Community 03-10-2010, 09:41 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 796
Posted By shortcake
Inspector need between Winston-Salem and Charlotte, NC

I used the inspector search, but it seem just to return a list of all members and I'd prefer not to spam anyone. In fact when I searched my area, I showed up on the list and I never intentionally...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 01-20-2010, 03:29 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,386
Posted By shortcake
Tongue Weight on Highlander

The tongue weight is rated at 500 max on Toyota's website for the Highlander(non-Hybrid). Thanks for your detailed explanation of hitch weight. I'll have to read it a few times to really digest it....
Forum: Tow Vehicles 01-20-2010, 02:36 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,386
Posted By shortcake
Talking Argosy Minuet and Highlander/XC90 V8?

Hello,
I grew up vacationing with my Grandparents in their Airstream. Before I was born they caravaned a few times to Mexico and Canada.
Needless to say I have wanted an Airstream for SOME TIME...
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