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Forum: Tow Vehicles 10-09-2014, 03:00 PM
Replies: 117
Views: 34,489
Posted By AlaskaSafari
I get between 11.8 and 12.5MPG towing between...

I get between 11.8 and 12.5MPG towing between 55-58 with roughly 1,000lbs of *stuff* in the bed and back seat. That average is over about 19K miles last year from Alaska to North Carolina and criss...
Forum: Exterior Restoration Forum 08-10-2014, 03:21 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 7,722
Posted By AlaskaSafari
That hurts my heart to look at those pictures. ...

That hurts my heart to look at those pictures. I'm sure glad no one was hurt, but oh my...
Forum: On The Road... 01-19-2014, 12:26 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 7,045
Posted By AlaskaSafari
I doubt the reservation agent is going to offer...

I doubt the reservation agent is going to offer suggestions. What you could do is ask what their procedure is to dealing with low tide arrivals. Depending on where you're headed you could also look...
Forum: On The Road... 01-17-2014, 12:35 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 7,045
Posted By AlaskaSafari
We've only made one trip on the AK Marine Highway...

We've only made one trip on the AK Marine Highway with our coach and it was a level, drive on, drive off with no backing up. The bigger issue can be driving off at low tide, which can make the...
Forum: Full-Timing, Winter Living & Workamping 01-14-2014, 06:50 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,893
Posted By AlaskaSafari
Congratulations... Welcome! Hope you have many...

Congratulations... Welcome! Hope you have many good years 'Streaming with your family. It's a good life :)
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 01-14-2014, 06:45 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,013
Posted By AlaskaSafari
I actually had the same problem getting ready to...

I actually had the same problem getting ready to leave for this trip... it turned out my alternator was going out. Hopefully your issue is an easier, less expensive fix.
Forum: General Interior Topics 01-12-2014, 11:34 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,900
Posted By AlaskaSafari
That looks fantastic... it reeeaaally makes me...

That looks fantastic... it reeeaaally makes me want to pull the couch out of mine.
Forum: Photography 01-12-2014, 11:28 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 9,673
Posted By AlaskaSafari
https://www.airforums.com/attachments/photobucket/i...

https://www.airforums.com/attachments/photobucket/img_1402893_0_91ad6ac26f59c2f650c89945160d4417.jpg

Headed down the Alaska Highway this past fall on my first full-time snowbird adventure. :)
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 01-12-2014, 10:33 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 11,152
Posted By AlaskaSafari
Best? That's easy. Seeing those rounded riveted...

Best? That's easy. Seeing those rounded riveted corners in my tow mirrors as we click down the road to... wherever :) The worst? Hmmm
Forum: On The Road... 01-07-2014, 12:37 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 4,617
Posted By AlaskaSafari
I'll second that. I'm all the way down in Tucson...

I'll second that. I'm all the way down in Tucson and the nights are still pretty chilly.
Forum: Stella's Kitchen 01-07-2014, 12:25 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,205
Posted By AlaskaSafari
I do a fair amount of cooking in ours and love...

I do a fair amount of cooking in ours and love our micro/convection. It bakes perfectly, I can make toast in a flash and still have the convenience of being able to warm something up quickly. I camp...
Forum: Exterior Restoration Forum 01-01-2014, 10:42 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,322
Posted By AlaskaSafari
I'll second that. Wow. I wouldn't mind...

I'll second that. Wow. I wouldn't mind replacing the plastic fill door, but at $185 I might have to think about that a little more.
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 12-27-2013, 08:19 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,007
Posted By AlaskaSafari
Yes, thanks. The breaker had tripped. I reset it...

Yes, thanks. The breaker had tripped. I reset it and we're back in business, except for the brain cells I've evidently lost since leaving on this trip. ha
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 12-27-2013, 07:44 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,007
Posted By AlaskaSafari
Heaven help me... senility has clearly set in. I...

Heaven help me... senility has clearly set in. I completely forgot that it was in the panel! Thanks Ricky.
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 12-27-2013, 07:37 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,007
Posted By AlaskaSafari
Now there's another interesting piece of the...

Now there's another interesting piece of the puzzle. I thought about that, but of the three outlets in the kitchen and bathroom, there isn't a GFCI outlet.
Forum: Our Community 12-27-2013, 07:33 PM
Replies: 269
Views: 24,399
Posted By AlaskaSafari
Before my wife and I retired we spent between...

Before my wife and I retired we spent between 70-80 nights a year, primarily during May - September. Since retiring I have joined the full-time club and have been on the road since leaving Alaska in...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 12-27-2013, 07:24 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,007
Posted By AlaskaSafari
Lost power - kitchen & bath outlets

I need to pick your collective brains. I lost power to the outlets along the kitchen, in the bathroom and my outside socket by the front door. My lights still work (bath, kitchen and step light),...
Forum: General Interior Topics 12-27-2013, 12:15 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,900
Posted By AlaskaSafari
Now that I've started to use mine on a full time...

Now that I've started to use mine on a full time basis rather than weekends here and there, I definitely want to replace the couch with two recliners. I'll lose a fair amount of storage under,...
Forum: Full-Timing, Winter Living & Workamping 12-26-2013, 10:45 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,424
Posted By AlaskaSafari
I understand the rule as there are some rough...

I understand the rule as there are some rough looking rigs on the road, but, since leaving Alaska last fall I've run into several campgrounds that had a "10 year or newer" rule... funny thing when...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 10-24-2013, 07:03 PM
Replies: 117
Views: 34,489
Posted By AlaskaSafari
I have an '07 5.7L Tundra and after towing my 25'...

I have an '07 5.7L Tundra and after towing my 25' Safari almost 7,000 miles this summer, loaded to the gills (both the truck and trailer), I averaged right at 12 mpg. Non-towing highway mileages...
Forum: Community Polls 10-24-2013, 06:58 PM
Replies: 2,183
Views: 242,009
Posted By AlaskaSafari
Because in two days it's going to be my escape...

Because in two days it's going to be my escape pod from cold weather :) Hello Texas here I come!
Forum: Tires 10-24-2013, 06:41 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 7,081
Posted By AlaskaSafari
Before leaving Alaska this summer I tried to find...

Before leaving Alaska this summer I tried to find a dealer to install a set of Michelins on the 'Stream but wasn't able to find anyone to do it. Out of time and not able to get the tires I wanted I...
Forum: Solo Streamers 10-22-2013, 09:18 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 7,338
Posted By AlaskaSafari
haha! I didn't discover his videos until after I...

haha! I didn't discover his videos until after I had done a few seasons in the bush, but watching them makes me want to do it all over again.
Forum: Windows, Doors, Locks & Vents 10-22-2013, 09:14 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,543
Posted By AlaskaSafari
I can't offer much help on replacing the door,...

I can't offer much help on replacing the door, but I'm sure sorry you're having to deal with that. It's a shame people can't keep their hands to themselves.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 10-19-2013, 10:22 AM
Replies: 177
Views: 20,943
Posted By AlaskaSafari
I just finished a 7,000 mile trip from Fairbanks,...

I just finished a 7,000 mile trip from Fairbanks, Alaska to the Outer Banks of North Carolina. Every square inch of the truck was packed and the trailer was pretty full as well. I didn't weight it...
Forum: Solo Streamers 10-16-2013, 11:06 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 7,338
Posted By AlaskaSafari
It took more than a month and 7,000 miles of...

It took more than a month and 7,000 miles of wandering but I finally landed in NC. What a fantastic, if not, bittersweet trip. Thankfully the old girl and I managed to make it here in one piece!
Forum: Photography 10-16-2013, 10:42 PM
Replies: 219
Views: 21,910
Posted By AlaskaSafari
I just finished a 30 day, 7,000+/- mile trip from...

I just finished a 30 day, 7,000+/- mile trip from North Pole, Alaska to the Outer Banks of North Carolina. I can't even count the number of breathtaking sites I saw along the way - the last...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 08-10-2013, 04:03 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 4,913
Posted By AlaskaSafari
Absolutely! One of our favorite spots to camp is...

Absolutely! One of our favorite spots to camp is about 3 miles as the crow flies... Another is about 12 miles away. As long as we were out camping, we had a great time.
Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 07-31-2013, 02:30 AM
Replies: 94
Views: 15,315
Posted By AlaskaSafari
Congratulations. You've got a nice looking set...

Congratulations. You've got a nice looking set up. Here's to wishing you meant happy trips!
Forum: Solo Streamers 07-31-2013, 02:12 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 15,567
Posted By AlaskaSafari
Yes you can! I'm partial to my Tundra, but your...

Yes you can! I'm partial to my Tundra, but your Ford will do the heavy lifting for you. Just keep her between the lines and you'll be ok. Hitching and unhitching is a piece of cake. Just take your...
Forum: Solo Streamers 07-31-2013, 02:05 AM
Replies: 144
Views: 35,138
Posted By AlaskaSafari
Same here. I line the truck up to the front of...

Same here. I line the truck up to the front of the trailer as it looks going down the road. I don't have a backup camera in the TV, but it does have proximity sensors front and rear. Judging from how...
Forum: Solo Streamers 07-31-2013, 01:59 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 7,338
Posted By AlaskaSafari
I'll eventually end up near New Bern, NC but have...

I'll eventually end up near New Bern, NC but have friends in the Charleston area so I'll definitely be in the area :)
Forum: On The Road... 07-30-2013, 03:16 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,320
Posted By AlaskaSafari
Thanks IDROBA. I'm getting ready to head south...

Thanks IDROBA. I'm getting ready to head south from Alaska and GNP is one of the places I plan to see. I appreciate the info!
Forum: Member Introductions 07-24-2013, 02:12 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,288
Posted By AlaskaSafari
No doubt about that whatsoever... There's a...

No doubt about that whatsoever... There's a wealth of great info here and no shortage of people willing to offer advice. Welcome to the club. Happy travels!
Forum: General Repair Forum 07-23-2013, 02:04 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,989
Posted By AlaskaSafari
Lists are a lifesaver... and a dollar saver too. ...

Lists are a lifesaver... and a dollar saver too. Maybe I'm just getting old and senile, or older and more senile, but having a checklist has kept me from forgetting to lock stowage doors, leaving...
Forum: Member Introductions 07-22-2013, 01:26 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 4,790
Posted By AlaskaSafari
Welcome Comfort. She looks like a nice unit......

Welcome Comfort. She looks like a nice unit... The blemishes just give you a chance to truly make her your own. Enjoy!
Forum: Solo Streamers 07-22-2013, 12:29 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 7,338
Posted By AlaskaSafari
Thanks everyone. This will certainly be a...

Thanks everyone. This will certainly be a bittersweet trip. The good news is we had 31 wonderful years together and I'm quite lucky to have had that time. I know she'll be there in sprit doing her...
Forum: Solo Streamers 07-22-2013, 12:22 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 7,338
Posted By AlaskaSafari
I'm sorry to hear that. It will definitely take...

I'm sorry to hear that. It will definitely take some time to adjust, but as you say, they will always be with us and I'm very thankful for that.
Forum: Solo Streamers 07-22-2013, 12:20 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 7,338
Posted By AlaskaSafari
Have you seen the videos on Proenneke's...

Have you seen the videos on Proenneke's adventures? I love to watch them. Dick was definitely a unique character.
Forum: Solo Streamers 07-21-2013, 01:26 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 7,338
Posted By AlaskaSafari
Flying solo

Hello all... I just stumbled across this section of the forums and thought I'd say hi. For the past several years my wife and I spent most of our summers in our 'stream. We were tickled to have found...
Forum: Solo Streamers 07-21-2013, 12:59 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 24,128
Posted By AlaskaSafari
That's a beautiful remodel. The pictures have me...

That's a beautiful remodel. The pictures have me itching to make some changes in ours. :) Thanks for sharing?
Forum: Tow Vehicles 07-05-2013, 03:11 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 39,325
Posted By AlaskaSafari
I tow our Safari with a '07 Tundra. Right now I...

I tow our Safari with a '07 Tundra. Right now I have roughly 60K miles on the ODO... the vast majority of those the 'stream in tow. I can't speak for the EcoBoost but I couldn't be happier with the...
Forum: Modifications 07-05-2013, 10:59 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 11,007
Posted By AlaskaSafari
Same here. We *could* squeeze more overnight...

Same here. We *could* squeeze more overnight guests into the 'stream, but that's why God made Holiday Inn. :D
Forum: On The Road... 07-04-2013, 10:33 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,032
Posted By AlaskaSafari
Our 25 Safari has the rear twin beds and we...

Our 25 Safari has the rear twin beds and we absolutely love them. The ability to stand up in the bedroom and get dressed/undressed was great vs trying to do it squeezed between the wall and a queen...
Forum: Tires 07-04-2013, 08:09 PM
Replies: 234
Views: 36,314
Posted By AlaskaSafari
They really sound like a good choice for new...

They really sound like a good choice for new rubber. And yes, I'm sure I could find another shop to install and balance them. I haven't weighed her in a couple of years but loaded for our normal...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 07-04-2013, 06:34 PM
Replies: 377
Views: 90,662
Posted By AlaskaSafari
They're not in place. We live right around the...

They're not in place. We live right around the corner... I didn't put them on for the ride over for the picture :)
Forum: Tires 07-04-2013, 03:37 PM
Replies: 234
Views: 36,314
Posted By AlaskaSafari
Yes, when I went to my tire shop to talk to them...

Yes, when I went to my tire shop to talk to them about new tires for the Airstream, all they had was the GYM's and some other brand I had never heard of. When I mentioned moving from an ST to a LT,...
Forum: On The Road... 07-03-2013, 02:09 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,203
Posted By AlaskaSafari
There are several camping apps out there... I've...

There are several camping apps out there... I've used this one for a while and it's a great little app, (I paid $5 for my 'droid). I'm getting ready to embark on a cross country trip so it will get...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 07-03-2013, 01:22 AM
Replies: 377
Views: 90,662
Posted By AlaskaSafari
We tow ours with a Toyota Tundra. So far it's...

We tow ours with a Toyota Tundra. So far it's been a great set up.
https://www.airforums.com/attachments/photobucket/img_1321701_0_702da440061641b9632062853b1c4be1.jpg...
Forum: On The Road... 06-16-2009, 11:10 PM
Replies: 3,842
Views: 370,906
Posted By AlaskaSafari
I paid $3.25 on our way back from Valdez this...

I paid $3.25 on our way back from Valdez this weekend... $2.74 is about as cheap as I've seen it here in Fairbanks. Sill too high considering we pull it from the ground and refine it not 10 miles...
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