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Forum: Off Topic Forum 11-26-2018, 03:32 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,673
Posted By Davydd
I've done Ancestry and 23andMe DNA tests. They...

I've done Ancestry and 23andMe DNA tests. They pretty much jived with my genealogical research of over 3,000 direct ancestors. Mostly UK, France and Germany. So no surprises. I have traced all...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 11-26-2018, 07:24 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,332
Posted By Davydd
Not so advanced any longer. Our van is now 4...

Not so advanced any longer. Our van is now 4 years old and has been eclipsed many times by Advanced RV. :) I did design the electric articulating beds and I think I had the first build of their 800ah...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 11-25-2018, 04:22 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,332
Posted By Davydd
The Advanced RV's short Sprinters have all been...

The Advanced RV's short Sprinters have all been highly custom designed so far with input from the owners. The first was Dugan which is a 2500 chassis designed more as an active van. The second out...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 06-08-2015, 01:04 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 11,384
Posted By Davydd
My engine exhaust is straight out the back of the...

My engine exhaust is straight out the back of the van. That is a detail that can be dealt with but then it would add more cost in a retrofit case. But then I have already stated I think it overkill...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 06-08-2015, 12:35 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 11,384
Posted By Davydd
The Advanced RV second alternator is a Nations...

The Advanced RV second alternator is a Nations dual alternator I believe a 270 amp model with a custome 3-stage charge controller. High idle is the Mercedes Benz High Idle Fixed Package. My...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 06-05-2015, 04:49 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 14,173
Posted By Davydd
I learned the hard way on this in a panic. If you...

I learned the hard way on this in a panic. If you have the swivel seat package for the driver's seat then you have what is called a "folding" parking brake. That means you can set the break and then...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 06-05-2015, 11:08 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 11,384
Posted By Davydd
I have the second alternator on my Advanced RV....

I have the second alternator on my Advanced RV. It is a bit more sophisticated than just adding one. However, in prep for one you must order two options on a Sprinter. The first is an auxiliary...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 01-17-2015, 07:59 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 17,401
Posted By Davydd
Crosswind Assist is new as a standard with the...

Crosswind Assist is new as a standard with the 2015 2500 Sprinters.

The Roadtrek SS Agile and the Pleasure-way Ascent for that matter are short wheelbase 144" Sprinters. Of course they are going...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 01-16-2015, 09:26 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 8,240
Posted By Davydd
The Grand Tour is designed for what its name says...

The Grand Tour is designed for what its name says - a grand tour. It is not designed for families, soccer moms, weekenders, entertaining guests, etc. It is basically a two person Class B motorhome...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 01-04-2015, 07:51 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 17,401
Posted By Davydd
Advanced RV put out a news release that they are...

Advanced RV put out a news release that they are developing what they call their EcoRanger model, a 4 x 4 Sprinter. In anticipation they reserved an order for 20 of them to convert. I thought about...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 01-04-2015, 07:45 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 17,401
Posted By Davydd
I can't answer for Advanced RV but I suspect they...

I can't answer for Advanced RV but I suspect they would say no. They have stated they are only interested in converting 3500 RB and EB Sprinter vans. If you know your history most of the B converters...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 01-04-2015, 03:52 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 17,401
Posted By Davydd
Advanced RV orders it but you sit down with them...

Advanced RV orders it but you sit down with them and work up the order going to Mercedes Benz. It is your choice to load it up with options or not in such things like heated seats, fog lights, which...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 01-04-2015, 02:12 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 17,401
Posted By Davydd
I am one of the soon to be Advanced RV owners, or...

I am one of the soon to be Advanced RV owners, or I should say owner just waiting for mine to be finished. I can probably answer any question now. :)

They are not totally customizable in the sense...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 09-15-2011, 05:49 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,636
Posted By Davydd
If you bought the lounge plan with 4 seats up...

If you bought the lounge plan with 4 seats up front and the sofa with 3 seats with seat belts I would say 7 legally. The side ottoman seat with seat belt may be a mistake since it is not legal to...
Forum: On The Road... 08-02-2011, 07:40 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,572
Posted By Davydd
Dang, I forgot I already mentioned the Sawbill...

Dang, I forgot I already mentioned the Sawbill Trail trip last year and included the moose on the previous page. Oh well. I did travel a lot of gravel roads between the Sawbill Trail and Two Island...
Forum: On The Road... 08-02-2011, 11:46 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,572
Posted By Davydd
I was up the Sawbill Trail last year and camped,...

I was up the Sawbill Trail last year and camped, not this year. Roads were fine as far as gravel roads could go. We saw this guy on the Sawbill Trail last year.
...
Forum: On The Road... 07-10-2010, 02:02 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,318
Posted By Davydd
Right now I am in the Grand Marais, MN campground...

Right now I am in the Grand Marais, MN campground and there are three Airstreams parked here. One I believe is pretty much a permanent resident.

This photo gallery should cover the Minnesota North...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 07-03-2010, 11:53 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,636
Posted By Davydd
I don't ever recall seeing an Interstate with a...

I don't ever recall seeing an Interstate with a seat belt on the side ottoman. I think it is a graphic drawing mistake. No way could you put a seat belt on a side facing seat with a loose back rest...
Forum: On The Road... 06-14-2010, 08:18 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,572
Posted By Davydd
BTW, if there are any Airstream or Airstream...

BTW, if there are any Airstream or Airstream Interstate Class B owners interested, I am hosting a BEE Social Group rally in Grand Marais, MN September 9, 10, 11. You make your own reservations at the...
Forum: On The Road... 06-03-2010, 08:35 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,572
Posted By Davydd
August and late summer can be fairly mosquito...

August and late summer can be fairly mosquito free. June is generally the worst month. In addition to mosquitos you can get horse flys and noseeums in June that will drive you inside for cover even...
Forum: On The Road... 06-02-2010, 06:43 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,572
Posted By Davydd
We went up the Sawbill Trail last month and saw...

We went up the Sawbill Trail last month and saw our moose. :)

https://www.airforums.com/attachments/photobucket/img_856107_0_d65f2e364a22712f327c5ec2cd35e010.jpg

The campground is very nice....
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 06-08-2009, 09:06 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 45,050
Posted By Davydd
In comparing the two Sprinters, Airstream...

In comparing the two Sprinters, Airstream Interstate and the Roadtrek RS Adventurous with the rear sofa design and two passenger seats the plans are almost identical.

Untitled Page...
Forum: On The Road... 06-07-2009, 11:03 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,376
Posted By Davydd
I just posted a 90 photo road food odyssey and...

I just posted a 90 photo road food odyssey and oven-crafting course at the North House Folk School in Grand Marais, MN on the North Shore of Lake Superior. If you are interested in restaurants I...
Forum: On The Road... 11-22-2008, 02:02 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,414
Posted By Davydd
Average ice out off the lakes in the Twin Cities...

Average ice out off the lakes in the Twin Cities area is around April 15th. It can vary from late March to late April. Trees do not leaf out until about May 1st. The temperatures in early April have...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 11-12-2008, 04:50 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 8,219
Posted By Davydd
We ended up buying two single Advanced Elements...

We ended up buying two single Advanced Elements Advanced Frame inflatable kayaks. This is one of them. They pack away in a bag 10" x 17" x 30". They make a tandem model as well.
...
Forum: Boondocking 10-25-2008, 02:14 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,859
Posted By Davydd
Mather CG does have flush toilets and running...

Mather CG does have flush toilets and running water sink restrooms spread about. I saw some Airstreams in Mather even though the trailer campground next to it that had hookups. Mather is close to the...
Forum: Our Community 08-13-2008, 05:34 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,796
Posted By Davydd
I made my cards with Adobe Photoshop CS for the...

I made my cards with Adobe Photoshop CS for the graphics and Adobe Illustrator CS for the design setup and lettering. I then copied and pasted the artwork into Microsoft Word for printing. Avery...
Forum: General Motorhome Topics 08-13-2008, 05:23 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,663
Posted By Davydd
It's a problem. This summer a group stole many of...

It's a problem. This summer a group stole many of the electrical connections at the FMCA Convention at the State Fair Grounds in St. Paul, MN. They got caught. They were stealing for the copper...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 04-06-2008, 08:48 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 8,219
Posted By Davydd
The Advanced Frame folding/inflatable kayaks are...

The Advanced Frame folding/inflatable kayaks are the ones I am considering.

Inflatable Kayaks | AdvancedFrame Kayak (https://www.advancedelements.com/advancedframe.html)

REI Coop sells the 10.5...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 12-07-2007, 07:44 AM
Replies: 157
Views: 17,169
Posted By Davydd
There are a lot of other factors that lowered...

There are a lot of other factors that lowered fatalities such as more seat belt wearers, safer autos, etc. But if 55 mph is pushing people onto secondary roads then the solution is simple. Reduce...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 12-04-2007, 11:25 AM
Replies: 157
Views: 17,169
Posted By Davydd
The Safari Sport is Airstream's hedge against the...

The Safari Sport is Airstream's hedge against the future. It is recognizing the need for lighter weight trailers. They also have the small Design Within Reach trailer. It might be reflecting the...
Forum: Winter Living 12-03-2007, 04:19 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,636
Posted By Davydd
I've given up cross country skiing for...

I've given up cross country skiing for snowshoeing. I just don't have the strength in my upper legs anymore to enjoy skiing. I knew I was in trouble a couple of years ago at Cascade River State Park....
Forum: Winter Living 12-03-2007, 08:18 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,636
Posted By Davydd
I moved to Minnesota in 1970 so enjoyed that...

I moved to Minnesota in 1970 so enjoyed that decade of super cold and blizzards, de rigueur snowmobile suits, long johns and auto tank heaters. Lately Minnesota has seemed rather mild to me...
Forum: Airstream "In the News" 11-21-2007, 12:30 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,585
Posted By Davydd
Fortune Magazine

If you want the full feature three page in print get the Fortune Magazine November 26 issue. It should be on the news stands now.
Forum: Forum Admin, News and Member Account Info 11-14-2007, 07:40 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 7,403
Posted By Davydd
For what it's worth, my Error 404 problem went...

For what it's worth, my Error 404 problem went away without doing a thing at my end. Is it still happening with you?
Forum: Member Introductions 11-10-2007, 11:28 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,062
Posted By Davydd
Lew, The standard setup for almost all B...

Lew,

The standard setup for almost all B motorhome manufacturers including the Interstate is to have the three-way AC/DC/LPG refrigerator so you can run 12VDC on the road, LPG when boondocking,...
Forum: Member Introductions 11-09-2007, 12:22 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,062
Posted By Davydd
A fifth reason occurred to me. In a motorhome...

A fifth reason occurred to me. In a motorhome such as the Interstate you are sitting in the box as you go down the road where the propane is actively engaged. Maybe those with trailers don't have...
Forum: Member Introductions 11-07-2007, 12:34 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,062
Posted By Davydd
Four reasons. One is simply safety whether...

Four reasons.

One is simply safety whether you buy into that or not.

Second just cited by vswingfield, it is illegal to go through a tunnel and other posted areas with propane on and there...
Forum: Member Introductions 11-06-2007, 08:06 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,062
Posted By Davydd
My LCD flat screen TV (Samsung) and DVD (Concept)...

My LCD flat screen TV (Samsung) and DVD (Concept) in my Sprinter B camper van are 12V powered so will play while driving. I checked the Airstream specs and they do not say what the TV/DVD is...
Forum: Computers, Internet & Satellite 11-04-2007, 01:55 PM
Replies: 334
Poll: PC or Mac
Views: 36,960
Posted By Davydd
That was pretty much tongue in cheek considering...

That was pretty much tongue in cheek considering he said at the end he put the video together with a Macintosh and closed with, "Mac kills my inner child".
Forum: Off Topic Forum 10-18-2007, 06:05 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,230
Posted By Davydd
These were my major holdings. Target - TGT...

These were my major holdings.

Target - TGT (Company 401(k) and got out in July when it went over 68 and peaked at 70. It was very, very good to me over the past 15 years.)

Manulife - MFC...
Forum: Member Introductions 10-18-2007, 11:20 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 8,375
Posted By Davydd
Hi Jane. Here is my take on your plight. I've...

Hi Jane. Here is my take on your plight. I've been at that crossroads. You have to first decipher just exactly how you intend to travel and then make a decision. If you think you will intend going...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 10-17-2007, 06:54 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,230
Posted By Davydd
Conventional wisdom says you should start taking...

Conventional wisdom says you should start taking your Social Security as soon as possible. There is one caveat. You can't be working for wages for more than about $12,000 if you are taking. But if...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 10-15-2007, 08:00 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,230
Posted By Davydd
Whether you start collecting at 62 or 70 the...

Whether you start collecting at 62 or 70 the total amount of money you collect will be about the same through age 78. That's the way the tables are set up. If you live beyond 78 then you will be...
Forum: Our Community 10-10-2007, 08:41 AM
Replies: 7,905
Views: 1,567,073
Posted By Davydd
If you drive State Highway 46 between Terra Haute...

If you drive State Highway 46 between Terra Haute and Bloomington in Indiana there are a couple of Airstreams in a yard just east of Bowling Green, IN.

Saw an Airstream on I-35 being pulled by a...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 10-04-2007, 07:14 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,209
Posted By Davydd
We are presently camped in Baraboo, Wisconsin on...

We are presently camped in Baraboo, Wisconsin on our way to Indianapolis. It hasn't come close to peaking here. There are just a few flash hot peak spots along 1-94 between here and the Twin Cities. ...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 09-26-2007, 08:13 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,209
Posted By Davydd
If you are coming up I-35 just take the I-35E...

If you are coming up I-35 just take the I-35E branch up through St. Paul instead of I-35W that goes through Minneapolis. Highway 280 with a makeshift upgrade is taking most of the I-35W traffic.
Forum: Off Topic Forum 09-26-2007, 06:16 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,209
Posted By Davydd
Minnesota is peaking right now on the North...

Minnesota is peaking right now on the North Shore. Here is a Monday afternoon view from Cascade River State Park Lookout Mountain.
...
Forum: On The Road... 09-20-2007, 07:56 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,918
Posted By Davydd
I thought a states "visited" meant states...

I thought a states "visited" meant states visited, not camped in, not done ______ in or anything else. I guess though it can be any rule you choose. You could do a three color tier map and...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 09-20-2007, 08:32 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 10,637
Posted By Davydd
How is that Hullavator rack working? I have been...

How is that Hullavator rack working? I have been curious about it.

PS. That is one absolutely beautiful kayak on your website. Kudos. :)
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