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Forum: On The Road... 02-13-2023, 05:10 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 6,070
Posted By Condoluminum
So for original poster, here is listing of laws:...

So for original poster, here is listing of laws: https://www.blackboxmycar.com/pages/are-dash-cams-legal-in-my-area-dash-cam-laws-in-every-us-state



Takeaway for me is that some states are...
Forum: Photography 11-04-2022, 04:16 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 10,847
Posted By Condoluminum
Casini Ranch on Russian River in Calif

Taken at Northern Calif Air Forums Group gathering....
Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 08-17-2022, 05:06 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,382
Posted By Condoluminum
Make sure every potential buyer knows it's there..

Used Airstream market is both regional and national market. By that I mean folks you know or who see it at an RV park or rally or parking lot with sign could be the next owners, or someone looking...
Forum: 1987 - 1989 Excella 04-11-2022, 02:08 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 805
Posted By Condoluminum
Polarity of LED's..

And just to confirm.. Here is quote from the Amazon website for those LED's...


Please Notes: If it doesn't light up, just flip it 180 degrees then it should light up.
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 09-07-2021, 04:43 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,472
Posted By Condoluminum
You might try "Trusted Transport" located in...

You might try "Trusted Transport" located in Jackson Center.. They bring trailers and vans west from factory to dealers in California and west coast, and often return empty.. I was able to negotiate...
Forum: Our Community 07-21-2021, 11:45 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 7,383
Posted By Condoluminum
We towed an '88 Excella 25 (narrow body back...

We towed an '88 Excella 25 (narrow body back then..) and traded up last year to a 2016 FC 25 that is 5 1/2" wider. Towing with the same Ford Excursion since 2005, that has Ford's extending side...
Forum: On The Road... 07-21-2021, 11:39 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 8,205
Posted By Condoluminum
Safe travels!

John & Vicki-


Seems like just a few years ago you bought the Airstream and started your adventures.. Sorry about the Mercedes, and the hassles of getting TV and trailer relocated and sorted out....
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 07-14-2021, 12:51 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,134
Posted By Condoluminum
Easy to completely rebuild...

Not sure if you want entirely different front end layout or just unhappy with state of couch.. If you want different, you could add recliner love seats or chairs and use TV trays for meals, or build...
Forum: Title, VIN & Registration 07-11-2021, 02:43 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 10,724
Posted By Condoluminum
First of all, do not worry if you are withdrawing...

First of all, do not worry if you are withdrawing or depositing cash amounts greater than $10K.. After 4 years as Chief Risk and Fraud Officer of $2B credit union, what I can tell you is that a CTR...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 05-25-2021, 04:49 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,309
Posted By Condoluminum
And just to be very clear, if it is raining hard,...

And just to be very clear, if it is raining hard, you are definitely going to hear the rain hitting the roof and shell.. Some would call it a feature, others might wish not to hear the gentle...
Forum: 2020 And Newer Caravel 05-25-2021, 04:46 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,568
Posted By Condoluminum
Yeah, should have addressed that.. Considered bad...

Yeah, should have addressed that.. Considered bad idea to hang heavy weight on rear of trailer because:
1. Frames not designed for heavy weight leveraged out 10'+ from axles
2. Heavy rear weight...
Forum: 2020 And Newer Caravel 05-25-2021, 04:28 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,568
Posted By Condoluminum
If you can find the photo's, Wally Byam had a...

If you can find the photo's, Wally Byam had a simple ramp mounted on the front of his tow vehicle (International Travelall..) and traveled with a Vespa on the front during his caravans.. A good hitch...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 05-19-2021, 03:03 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,919
Posted By Condoluminum
Yeah, and the TV Show in the 90's "Promised Land"...

Yeah, and the TV Show in the 90's "Promised Land" showed a 3-generation family of 6 people could travel living full time in an Airstream... I am not saying it can't be done.. Just that Airstreams are...
Forum: 2016 - Current International 05-19-2021, 02:41 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 701
Posted By Condoluminum
David- Most of us (many of us? some of us?)...

David-
Most of us (many of us? some of us?) consider bearing and brake checks to be an annual maintenance item, to be done once each yer, usually in the winter when shops are less busy.. If you have...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 05-19-2021, 02:32 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,919
Posted By Condoluminum
Airstreams have almost always been primarily a...

Airstreams have almost always been primarily a "Couple's" trailer.. Remember that Wally had no children, and he and Stella didn't travel with Children.. He was focused on trailers that were...
Forum: Awnings 05-09-2021, 07:27 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,316
Posted By Condoluminum
I second notion of caulking along mounting strip...

I second notion of caulking along mounting strip as that is place where water will sit for long periods in rainy weather.. Bad place for water to get in and flow down inside walls to wooden...
Forum: Dollars & Cents 05-09-2021, 07:19 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,354
Posted By Condoluminum
As former fraud and compliance officer for $2B...

As former fraud and compliance officer for $2B credit union there are only 3 safe methods of getting paid..
1. Cash in hand (real $100 bills...)
2. Wire transfer that is confirmed to be in your...
Forum: Plumbing - Systems & Fixtures 05-09-2021, 07:11 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,011
Posted By Condoluminum
Oxygenics works well but are large/heavy if you...

Oxygenics works well but are large/heavy if you have flimsy showerhead holder.. Any std water-saving unit should fit the 1/2" threads.. We added an inline shutoff valve to let water dribble (and stay...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 05-09-2021, 07:04 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,992
Posted By Condoluminum
Your inverter is a small box that converts some...

Your inverter is a small box that converts some of your battery power to 110V for TV or small appliance.. The "Converter" is the box under the couch that takes in 110V and converts to 12V for...
Forum: Member Introductions 03-25-2021, 11:37 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,042
Posted By Condoluminum
Greg- Always envious of P58 Baron's.. Fly a 4...

Greg-
Always envious of P58 Baron's.. Fly a 4 cyl Comanche as budget not large enough to support super airplane, trailer, truck and other toys...


Now that truck is in the driveway, here is a...
Forum: Member Introductions 03-19-2021, 02:06 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,042
Posted By Condoluminum
Welcome! Does User name refer to Beech model 55...

Welcome! Does User name refer to Beech model 55 or 58? You'll find a lot of pilots here, who just cant resist riveted aluminum in all forms... You'll get lots of free advice here, worth every penny!...
Forum: On The Road... 03-14-2021, 01:59 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 7,775
Posted By Condoluminum
Have the data sheet handy...

If you look at Airstream specs, most of the "25's" are actually 25' 11" long, and living space is within rounding of 24' in length.. I suspect the issue is more about keeping out other trailers or...
Forum: Airstream Registry Discussions 10-18-2020, 01:06 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 4,623
Posted By Condoluminum
Condoluminum :: 2016 Airstream Flying Cloud

Condoluminum :: 2016 Airstream Flying Cloud (2020-10-18 19:06:01)
Forum: Boondocking 08-25-2020, 12:50 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 3,989
Posted By Condoluminum
Unhappy Just one more thumbs down for AT&T Cell service.....

Just one more thumbs down for AT&T Cell service.. I had major breakdown in Wyoming on Interstate 80 (wheel/brake drum and tire left the trailer at 65 mph..) and learned AT&T has essentially no...
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 08-25-2020, 12:27 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,099
Posted By Condoluminum
Closing out the thread..

Just wanted to provide an update on these 3D printed mirror latches.. After more than a $100 design setup charge, unit cost was over $25 (excluding any shipping) and nobody seemed to want to spend...
Forum: Upholstery, Blinds, Walls & Interior Finishes 08-09-2020, 04:49 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,028
Posted By Condoluminum
Sorry.. Blinds long gone..

George-


Surprised to get message, and apparently photo's have been deleted.. Original post dates back to 2004.. We got no interest in either the curtains or blinds, and they did go into...
Forum: On The Road... 07-01-2020, 10:44 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,491
Posted By Condoluminum
New York has indicated they are the only state of...

New York has indicated they are the only state of the 3 that will attempt to do some enforcement.. For motor vehicles, they suggest that a traffic stop of vehicle with out-of-state license plates may...
Forum: On The Road... 07-01-2020, 10:36 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 10,618
Posted By Condoluminum
We have towed trailer across northern states from...

We have towed trailer across northern states from Idaho across Montana to Upper Peninsula of Michigan and then down around Lake Erie and back up to Niagara Falls and Massena NY.. Route 2 is pretty...
Forum: General Repair Forum 06-24-2020, 06:58 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 11,324
Posted By Condoluminum
Two people make reverse better

We are huge fans of person outside with a pair of handheld FRS radios... Much better than a camera, especially after the messaging language is sorted out.. Even a stranger with radio is better than...
Forum: General Interior Topics 06-03-2020, 02:04 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,453
Posted By Condoluminum
What you have appears to be an Excella 25/Rear...

What you have appears to be an Excella 25/Rear Twin... We owned an '88 Excella 25 from 2003 until last month.. Color schemes from '80's were not pretty, lots of pinks/avocados and harvest golds.. ...
Forum: Trailer Values 06-03-2020, 01:45 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,306
Posted By Condoluminum
Vince doesn't usually negotiate much on price of...

Vince doesn't usually negotiate much on price of his trailers for sale, as he has usual markup above what he pays for trailers and getting them to his location and going through them.. Often new...
Forum: Airstream Classifieds 04-12-2020, 12:14 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 676
Posted By Condoluminum
We are selling our 1988 Airstream 25' Excella...

We are selling our 1988 Airstream 25' Excella from SF Bay Area.. We have owned for 17 years (3rd owners) and have replaced all interior (upholstery/blinds/curtains/flooring). Floorplan is rear queen...
Forum: Wheels, Hubs & Bearings 12-05-2018, 12:11 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 24,049
Posted By Condoluminum
Never lube should rebrand as "rarely lube"

I replaced both axles on our 25' trailer in 2014, and then took trailer across US to Alumapalooza in summer of 2017... On trip home, the front never-lube axle bearing (Dexter axles...) on curb side...
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 11-02-2018, 03:30 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,099
Posted By Condoluminum
Nylon Bathroom Mirror Cabinet Latch part

Our '88 Excella used a pair of white nylon flexible latch parts to hold the overhead (hanging) mirror and medicine cabinet mirror in place.. These were supplied by Jensen, who made the medicine...
Forum: Member Introductions 09-16-2017, 02:30 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 810
Posted By Condoluminum
Welcome!

Congratulations, and after seeing new 33's at factory in June a lot of us are going to be envious... Truck should be fine, though getting rear camera and backup trailer steering assist might be very...
Forum: On The Road... 08-14-2016, 04:44 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,094
Posted By Condoluminum
Get an AAA camping book or other directory, and...

Get an AAA camping book or other directory, and try several locations and types of places while on the trip, even if driving a few extra miles.. Some like private/commercial RV parks with swimming...
Forum: 1987 - 1989 Excella 08-05-2016, 06:34 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,439
Posted By Condoluminum
Shower valve may have issues...

Newbie-
Welcome and congrats on your Excella.. We bought the '88 model 13 years ago, did many of the same upgrades (upholstery, blinds, drapes, carpet, fabric panels, kitchen & bath faucets, etc..)...
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 10-17-2015, 01:29 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 21,455
Posted By Condoluminum
One other item to consider.. Our furnace and gas...

One other item to consider.. Our furnace and gas appliances failed at AlumaFiesta in Tucson last January ('88 Excella 25) and it looked like we were not getting propane to things that burned it.....
Forum: Windows & Screens 07-02-2015, 03:42 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,699
Posted By Condoluminum
No aluminum ice cubes yet, but stainless cubes...

No aluminum ice cubes yet, but stainless cubes for chilling whiskey do exist...
See:...
Forum: Trailer Values 04-07-2015, 06:54 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,061
Posted By Condoluminum
We bought our 1988 with similar floorplan (then...

We bought our 1988 with similar floorplan (then called "Rear Queen") in 2003.. Loved the real Oak interior, but not so fond of pink curtains/blinds and fuchsia and white flowered upholstery or tired...
Forum: 2011 - 2015 Classic (all lengths) 04-07-2015, 06:44 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,755
Posted By Condoluminum
I suspect Airstream has cut back on outlets,...

I suspect Airstream has cut back on outlets, thinking people bring chargers along specific to their devices, and fewer people use 12V appliances anymore.. Auto parts places (or Amazon..) offer 12V...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 04-07-2015, 06:40 PM
Replies: 227
Views: 23,678
Posted By Condoluminum
Speaking of Rules... Generally only two.. (1)...

Speaking of Rules... Generally only two.. (1) Bring something to Happy Hour Friday and food for dinner Saturday.. (2) Don't be late for dinner Saturday.. Beyond that, you are free to spend days or...
Forum: Member Introductions 11-17-2014, 07:33 PM
Replies: 575
Views: 249,361
Posted By Condoluminum
Gail- Welcome to the world of shiny...

Gail-

Welcome to the world of shiny things and adventure travel.. Another vote for a full-hookup RV park to get started, with a store for supplies and fellow campers for "guidance".. We have...
Forum: Community Polls 10-07-2014, 03:05 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 6,359
Posted By Condoluminum
We bought ours at age 15, well maintained... We...

We bought ours at age 15, well maintained... We have done cosmetic refurbishment (interior fabrics/blinds/carpet etc) and replaced faucets, fixed shower valves, etc.. We had to do a few other fixes...
Forum: Member Introductions 09-09-2014, 03:07 PM
Replies: 575
Views: 249,361
Posted By Condoluminum
Quick response to Flh2k - The factory prefers not...

Quick response to Flh2k - The factory prefers not to "build to spec" but it is possible to make some switches on orders for twin beds, or to swap recliners for couches at other end.. One contingency...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 08-04-2014, 10:34 AM
Replies: 227
Views: 23,678
Posted By Condoluminum
Jeff- Looks like map already updated, but...

Jeff-

Looks like map already updated, but we are again in space 132, arriving Friday and leaving on Sunday.. Really hoping to get trailer out of its parking spot between now and then.. Sigh..
Forum: Stella's Kitchen 07-20-2014, 07:39 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,216
Posted By Condoluminum
It isn't the TSA at the borders, it is the CBP...

It isn't the TSA at the borders, it is the CBP (Customs and Border Patrol..). They are supposed to use combinations of people-reading and computer database history to determine which returnees merit...
Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 07-20-2014, 07:26 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,256
Posted By Condoluminum
Title is Newbies Guide to Airstreaming, by Rich...

Title is Newbies Guide to Airstreaming, by Rich Luhr, Editor/Publisher of "Airstream Life Magazine.. You can find it at Amazon or at AirstreamLife.com website..

Sounds like a great travel plan.....
Forum: Member Introductions 07-20-2014, 07:16 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,217
Posted By Condoluminum
Steve- Sorry to see such an abrupt departure,...

Steve-
Sorry to see such an abrupt departure, and hope all is OK.. It really is worth mentioning that Airstreams are a "national market" and a number of dealers sell nationally, and factory is...
Forum: Member Introductions 07-20-2014, 07:00 PM
Replies: 575
Views: 249,361
Posted By Condoluminum
Welcome and Congratulations Pulverizer! Looks...

Welcome and Congratulations Pulverizer! Looks like a great Airstream, and in great shape... Glad you've already road-tested it, and started the process of "fixing it" to meet your needs.. Great...
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