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Forum: Jacks, Stabilizers, Lifting and Leveling 04-04-2018, 10:53 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 10,000
Posted By John Geisen
This looks like a great tool to ad to the...

This looks like a great tool to ad to the arsenal. -John
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-30-2018, 09:49 AM
Replies: 102
Views: 12,734
Posted By John Geisen
I've been using a 2003 Dodge Ram 3/4 ton Cummins...

I've been using a 2003 Dodge Ram 3/4 ton Cummins diesel 2WD pulling a 28' International CCD for over 12 years and couldn't be happier. I am concerned about the long term future of diesel especially...
Forum: Airstream Classifieds 03-13-2018, 09:13 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 591
Posted By John Geisen
Does anyone know if their are separate sign in's...

Does anyone know if their are separate sign in's for Airforums and Airstream Classifieds.com? Thanks for your help. - John
Forum: Airstream Classifieds 03-10-2018, 07:38 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 591
Posted By John Geisen
Help selling our 2005 Airstream International

We have decided we need to sell our Silver Bullet. I wanted to research pricing of similar models so we can get an idea of a good starting point. However, it appears my password for the forums must...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 02-12-2018, 09:43 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 7,348
Posted By John Geisen
Couldn't agree more. We love our 28'...

Couldn't agree more. We love our 28' International but I'm beginning to look at "B"'s and "C"'s to make life a little easier. LOL!
Forum: Full-Timing 02-11-2018, 10:05 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 7,016
Posted By John Geisen
Great topic. Thanks.

Great topic. Thanks.
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 02-07-2018, 10:10 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,315
Posted By John Geisen
Very nice video! Thanks for sharing. -John

Very nice video! Thanks for sharing. -John
Forum: Plumbing - Systems & Fixtures 02-07-2018, 09:22 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,208
Posted By John Geisen
This is the same process I use. The clear...

This is the same process I use. The clear connection is very valuable. -John
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 02-02-2018, 09:58 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 15,182
Posted By John Geisen
Great question! We are also wanting to move from...

Great question! We are also wanting to move from our 28’ 2005 International to a Class B. Same struggle as others have mentioned. I’m just tired of the towing, unhooking and RE-hooking just to stay...
Forum: 2018 - Current Globetrotter 01-17-2018, 09:25 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 13,905
Posted By John Geisen
Love the design of the GT. Thanks for sharing...

Love the design of the GT. Thanks for sharing your experiences. -John
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 12-12-2017, 09:14 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 8,871
Posted By John Geisen
I'm a Battery Tender guy. I find them useful for...

I'm a Battery Tender guy. I find them useful for the Airstream batteries as well as the Honda 3000 and our autos. However, I'm sure there are other brands worth considering as others have posted...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 12-07-2017, 09:45 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 10,544
Posted By John Geisen
My bad. I think I got confused while reading one...

My bad. I think I got confused while reading one of your posts and it doesn't help to read on my phone. LOL!

Moosetags, great project. I'm learning a bunch! -John
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 12-06-2017, 07:55 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 10,544
Posted By John Geisen
Great job, Roadtech! I think the input you are...

Great job, Roadtech! I think the input you are receiving is wonderful. I carry a Honda 3000 when camping and even though we only use it occasionally I like the comfort of knowing it's there when I...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 11-09-2017, 07:45 AM
Replies: 332
Views: 86,898
Posted By John Geisen
At 71? (just can't believe it) years of age and...

At 71? (just can't believe it) years of age and having towed our 28' International for over ten years I was so hoping to fall in love with the Atlas. Price aside for the moment we are struggling to...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 10-27-2017, 09:23 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 10,294
Posted By John Geisen
I have a Hensley hitch. Installed it myself with...

I have a Hensley hitch. Installed it myself with no issues. When needing to repair our Airstream my dealer in south west Florida never mentioned anything when I dropped it off while writing up the...
Forum: Audio, Video & TV 10-26-2017, 09:22 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,737
Posted By John Geisen
Shouldn’t be able to rotate in the down position....

Shouldn’t be able to rotate in the down position. Also make sure you raise and lower with the arrows correctly lined up.
Forum: General Repair Forum 10-24-2017, 08:13 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,726
Posted By John Geisen
It doesn’t appear to have damage beyond the...

It doesn’t appear to have damage beyond the scrap. It there are no leaks I wouldn’t give it another thought. -John
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 09-23-2017, 10:30 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,055
Posted By John Geisen
MollysDad, congratulations on your new AS. We...

MollysDad, congratulations on your new AS. We live on the east coast of Florida and finally made the decision to leave with our AS. Even though we wound up in parking lots three nights in a row, I...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 09-14-2017, 06:57 PM
Replies: 332
Views: 86,898
Posted By John Geisen
I've been starting to look at Class B/B+. The...

I've been starting to look at Class B/B+. The Atlas reminds me of a LTV floor plan that is almost identical. I don't think the LTV has the AC vents in the ceiling. Price seems "pricey". -John
Forum: General Motorhome Topics 08-15-2017, 06:50 AM
Replies: 105
Views: 24,518
Posted By John Geisen
Having a 2005 International and getting a little...

Having a 2005 International and getting a little tired of pulling, I'm really interested in this thread. Thanks to everyone. -John
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 07-24-2017, 09:20 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 8,827
Posted By John Geisen
So I don't understand. What is wrong with routing...

So I don't understand. What is wrong with routing the breakaway cable through the chains. If the hitch fails you catch the trailer with the chains. If the chains fail the breakaway switch activates....
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 07-23-2017, 02:51 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 8,827
Posted By John Geisen
This has been something I've struggled with for...

This has been something I've struggled with for years. I'd love to get a definitive response from someone in the business. I agree it is simply glossed over by dealers. I wonder if they really know....
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 07-12-2017, 12:14 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,485
Posted By John Geisen
Well, I'd love to learn how to use the convection...

Well, I'd love to learn how to use the convection microwave. We use it for microwaving only. I tried reading the manual that came with our Sharp but perhaps I'm just more of a convenience type of...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 07-10-2017, 04:31 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 12,189
Posted By John Geisen
A few years ago we were headed north from...

A few years ago we were headed north from Florida. Of course, lots of last minute commotion just before departure. We then drove from West Palm Beach to southern Georgia before stopping to spend the...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 07-10-2017, 04:07 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,069
Posted By John Geisen
Thanks. Much appreciated.

Thanks. Much appreciated.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 07-10-2017, 03:41 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,069
Posted By John Geisen
Thanks everyone for the quick and thorough...

Thanks everyone for the quick and thorough replies. As it turned out the KOA where we spent the night learned of our plight and the owner recommended an excellent transmission guy in Honesdale, PA,...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 07-10-2017, 05:39 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,069
Posted By John Geisen
Tow Vehicle CAN NOT BACK UP!!!

After months of planning our two month excursion from Florida to Maine we've had a hiccup. Our tow vehicle is a 2003 Dodge Ram 2500 with Cummins diesel and automatic transmission. We've made it from...
Forum: Electronics & Connectivity 07-10-2017, 05:12 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,067
Posted By John Geisen
Nice job and very interesting how the different...

Nice job and very interesting how the different Airstreams require different installations. I have not idea how I can install the Garmin backup in my 28' International although this gave me a few...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 06-21-2017, 11:16 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,632
Posted By John Geisen
Seems as though your fan should definitely be...

Seems as though your fan should definitely be running. My "store/use" light stays on when I'm plugged into shore power. -John
Forum: General Repair Forum 06-17-2017, 07:52 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 956
Posted By John Geisen
Wish I could help. I just received my Corrosion X...

Wish I could help. I just received my Corrosion X and some polish/wax. Didn't know about nail polish. Looking forward to those with more experience giving you advice. -John
Forum: General Repair Forum 06-12-2017, 06:58 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,165
Posted By John Geisen
I just went through this a month ago. Symptoms...

I just went through this a month ago. Symptoms were exactly like yours. Turned out the drain was filled with very fine sand. Removed the inside cover, removed the condensation drain tube and sucked...
Forum: Boondocking 06-01-2017, 12:27 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 19,857
Posted By John Geisen
I think this is a great alternative idea. Miami...

I think this is a great alternative idea. Miami is tough to negotiate with a car much less a trailer. Best of luck whatever you decide. -John
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 05-24-2017, 10:58 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,531
Posted By John Geisen
Hensleys have a lifetime warranty. I've had mine...

Hensleys have a lifetime warranty. I've had mine since the purchase of my Airstream and have really enjoyed using it. There have been a couple of time we've scraped but my wife is always loading the...
Forum: Tires 05-23-2017, 12:02 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,316
Posted By John Geisen
Based on the responses so far, I'm not able to...

Based on the responses so far, I'm not able to tell if the valve stems should be metal, rubber, or hard rubber? Just about to order new tires and don't want to make a mistake. Thanks. -John
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 05-21-2017, 05:14 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,067
Posted By John Geisen
Let us know how it goes.

Let us know how it goes.
Forum: Exterior Restoration Forum 05-20-2017, 05:15 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,281
Posted By John Geisen
About a year ago I managed to scrape the drivers...

About a year ago I managed to scrape the drivers side of our 2005 CCD. Sadly the damage was mostly rubbing but it went from the front to the back. I sent photos to JC and they gave me a quote. My...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 05-19-2017, 05:30 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,067
Posted By John Geisen
I guessing it is the start capacitor.

I guessing it is the start capacitor.
Forum: General Motorhome Topics 05-19-2017, 11:09 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,239
Posted By John Geisen
Congratulations! Have fun and be safe. -John

Congratulations! Have fun and be safe. -John
Forum: Tires 05-18-2017, 01:13 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,086
Posted By John Geisen
Thanks.

Thanks.
Forum: Tires 05-18-2017, 12:49 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,086
Posted By John Geisen
What about jacking up the axel? I asked because I...

What about jacking up the axel? I asked because I was speaking with a Mobile RV service guy so I can re-grease and check breaks. When I asked how he planned on jacking up the AS, he said it would be...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 05-17-2017, 02:30 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,591
Posted By John Geisen
Thanks, FCStreamer. It's a good idea if all else...

Thanks, FCStreamer. It's a good idea if all else fails.

So today, after confirming that I had the drip tray cleaned out I turned on the AC around 11:00AM. It has been running for the last 5+s...
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 05-16-2017, 08:42 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,363
Posted By John Geisen
When I'm not traveling I keep them off. When I'm...

When I'm not traveling I keep them off. When I'm on the road I have them both open and can easily tell when one goes empty.
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 05-16-2017, 05:47 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,591
Posted By John Geisen
Great idea, but if I am successful at blowing the...

Great idea, but if I am successful at blowing the sand out of the drip tray won't it wind up inside the AC and eventually work its way back into the drip tray? I'd rather not have to go back onto the...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 05-15-2017, 07:53 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,591
Posted By John Geisen
Wingeezer, After pretty much giving up on...

Wingeezer,

After pretty much giving up on removing the bottom plate, here are some observations and the go forward plan I have in my head.

I noticed the first day after the "flood" that the...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 05-15-2017, 04:50 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,591
Posted By John Geisen
So, I phoned Dometic this afternoon about the...

So, I phoned Dometic this afternoon about the issue stating that I would like to remove the grey plastic bottom in order to get a better look at the drip tray. After keeping me on hold for about 15...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 05-15-2017, 07:07 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,591
Posted By John Geisen
Thank you Wingeezer. Shortly after purchasing our...

Thank you Wingeezer. Shortly after purchasing our used Airstream I decided getting a new AC with thermostat was important. Of course, it wasn't. To make matters worse when JC took out our perfectly...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 05-15-2017, 06:11 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,591
Posted By John Geisen
I meant is there a seal between the plastic plate...

I meant is there a seal between the plastic plate I'm going to remove and the inside ceiling?
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 05-15-2017, 06:02 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,591
Posted By John Geisen
Even though I'm hesitant, I think you and and AW...

Even though I'm hesitant, I think you and and AW Warn are correct. Is there a seal I will be breaking? -John
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 05-14-2017, 09:22 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,591
Posted By John Geisen
Thank you so much for giving me more of your...

Thank you so much for giving me more of your ideas. I'm a little concerned about removing the (4) bolts and the entire plastic bottom, fearful that something might shift.
I was referring to the...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 05-14-2017, 10:51 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,591
Posted By John Geisen
Thank you. Does anyone know how to get this cover...

Thank you. Does anyone know how to get this cover off? It looks straight forward but it's not budging and I don't want to break it. -John
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