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Forum: On The Road... 06-17-2013, 12:21 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 11,434
Posted By tmarquis
Thank you everyone!

So the wife and I have thought it over and we have decided to sell the Airstream. Things were different in 2009 when we purchased the Airstream. We are just not in the same place financially. We...
Forum: Windows, Doors, Locks & Vents 05-28-2013, 08:29 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,544
Posted By tmarquis
Yeah I'm on the fence. A screen maybe cheaper...

Yeah I'm on the fence. A screen maybe cheaper than a locksmith in theory. But it i s a new airstream and everything that had broken to date has been expensive and a time consuming trip to the dealer....
Forum: Windows, Doors, Locks & Vents 05-28-2013, 12:21 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,544
Posted By tmarquis
Locked out of 09 international 23 fb

I do have an open window. I am worried about ruining the screen if I push on it. I only need to unseat the screen (from the rubber gasket) at the corner then I can grab the keys off the table. Can I...
Forum: On The Road... 01-28-2013, 01:12 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 11,434
Posted By tmarquis
Can't afford the Airstream?

My wife and I bought a 23' 2009 Airstream International. My wife a writer/film maker spends a good amount of of time on assignment in the National Parks and the Airsteam has been a great mobile...
Forum: Winterizing, Storage, Carports & Covers 10-28-2012, 10:40 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,864
Posted By tmarquis
Thanks guys I think I got this now

Thanks guys I think I got this now
Forum: Winterizing, Storage, Carports & Covers 10-28-2012, 11:50 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,864
Posted By tmarquis
Any idea what the other valve on the bottom of...

Any idea what the other valve on the bottom of the water tank is for? I have located the hot cold low point drains. thx!
Forum: Winterizing, Storage, Carports & Covers 10-28-2012, 11:20 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,864
Posted By tmarquis
First Winterization Disaster

Hello, I usually take my 09 airstream international to the local RV shop to get winterized. I wanted to save some money so I decided to do it myself. I chose the blow lines and antifreeze in the...
Forum: Winterizing, Storage, Carports & Covers 10-26-2011, 05:30 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,713
Posted By tmarquis
It could. I'm thinking of this as another layer...

It could. I'm thinking of this as another layer of protection. The trailer sits in my driveway and is closely monitored by me. On serious cold spells I will turn on the gas furnace. I'm also thinking...
Forum: Winterizing, Storage, Carports & Covers 10-26-2011, 02:55 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,713
Posted By tmarquis
Water/Waste Tank Heater Installs 23ft '09 International

Hello,

My wife and I live in Boulder CO and would love to use our AS throughout the winter. I'm considering having some sort of tank/pipe heating solution installed this year instead of...
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 08-29-2011, 10:10 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,279
Posted By tmarquis
Does pledge leave a residue that attracts dust?

Does pledge leave a residue that attracts dust?
Forum: Windows, Doors, Locks & Vents 08-29-2011, 10:09 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,837
Posted By tmarquis
Coating or frosted glass. Good question. I...

Coating or frosted glass. Good question. I assumed it was a film because the outside looks like the same material as the other windows - the tinted glass. Which is enough privacy for me. I wonder if...
Forum: Doors & Locks 08-29-2011, 10:05 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,285
Posted By tmarquis
Yeah I like the silicone spray idea. I see a lot...

Yeah I like the silicone spray idea. I see a lot of aluminum dust and dirt that seems to collect anywhere near oil.

Thanks!
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 08-28-2011, 11:11 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,279
Posted By tmarquis
Best Cleaner for Cabinets in '09 international

Hello,

I have an 09 international that has the dark brown cabinets. Has anyone had luck with a cleaning product that does not leave streaks behind?

Thanks,
Tom
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 08-28-2011, 11:09 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,208
Posted By tmarquis
Furnace Fan Rattling

Hello,

I have an 23' 09 international. When we turn on the furnace we have developed a noise coming from underneath the front left couch. I've done some investigating and it looks like the...
Forum: Windows, Doors, Locks & Vents 08-28-2011, 11:02 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,837
Posted By tmarquis
Possible to remove front door window film?

Hello,

I have a 09 international. The window on the front door came with what looks like a film over it that makes it somewhat opaque. Can it be removed so that one can see clearly or is it...
Forum: Doors & Locks 08-28-2011, 10:56 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,285
Posted By tmarquis
Lubrication for front door Locks and Hinges

Hello,

Its about time I lube my locks and hinges. Do any of you have suggestions for oil type/brand and what to stay away from / not use.

This would be for a 2009 model

Thanks!
Tom
Forum: On The Road... 05-12-2011, 09:03 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,600
Posted By tmarquis
Air pressure 23 ft 09 international

In a pinch don't have the manual.
Anyone know how much air to put in my trailer tires?

Thanks! Tom
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 04-03-2011, 11:46 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,148
Posted By tmarquis
Thanks! Great suggestions. I now have a Sunday...

Thanks! Great suggestions. I now have a Sunday project. The loose screw issues are only in a few but crucial places. (Cabinet latch, Table Leg mount and a couple hinges. The trailer pulls very...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 04-02-2011, 09:45 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,027
Posted By tmarquis
Stopping Chassis Rust on 2009 AS

Hello!

So I've discovered some fairly good sized patches of rust on my AS chassis. I'm hopping for a good spray paint or paint/chemical combo that might stop the rust from spreading and restore...
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 04-02-2011, 09:39 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,148
Posted By tmarquis
2009 Loose Cabinet Screws

Hello All,

So I dont know what engineer at airstream decided that particle board cabinets, wood screws and road vibrations = long lasting durability and quality. But I digress. I now find myself...
Forum: Forum Admin, News and Member Account Info 02-04-2011, 03:01 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,505
Posted By tmarquis
Tapatalk is a fantastic App. I use it for to...

Tapatalk is a fantastic App. I use it for to browse several forums on my mobile device. The user experience is excellent. Is it possible Airforums can flip the necessary switches to enable this? It's...
Forum: Full-Timing, Winter Living & Workamping 11-30-2010, 10:02 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 13,636
Posted By tmarquis
So a couple of my take aways: Use Rock Salt...

So a couple of my take aways:

Use Rock Salt maybe instead of antifreeze as it's very difficult to keep the antifreeze ratios at a point where they function well.

Use the furnace only as...
Forum: Full-Timing, Winter Living & Workamping 11-29-2010, 12:57 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 13,636
Posted By tmarquis
So I should update my profile. I am no longer in...

So I should update my profile. I am no longer in Virginia we moved to Boulder CO last year. And I believe I've learned my lesson, I just don't think I will risk trying to use the plumbing, I will...
Forum: Full-Timing, Winter Living & Workamping 11-28-2010, 11:21 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 13,636
Posted By tmarquis
Winter Camping Screw Up!

So I decided to take our 23ft 2009 international to the ski resorts last weekend for some winter fun. Staying at a RV park is way cheaper than a hotel or condo, but I think I may have paid a price...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 09-23-2010, 09:25 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,209
Posted By tmarquis
Thanks for the input everyone! Looks like I'll...

Thanks for the input everyone!
Looks like I'll just go with the Atwood in stock. I'm sick of waiting for dealers to get parts. Always later than promised.
Forum: Brakes & Brake Controllers 09-21-2010, 10:11 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,165
Posted By tmarquis
Hi I didn't get the usual email that comes with a...

Hi I didn't get the usual email that comes with a reply post. I
assumed the trailer brakes were a sort of set and forget once the dealer installed and set them up. Is this something you do every...
Forum: General Repair Forum 09-21-2010, 09:27 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 12,674
Posted By tmarquis
UPDATE! I would like to say that I have picked...

UPDATE!
I would like to say that I have picked up my AS from the dealer and it looks great! Yes it took a long time. (Some parts were shipped to the wrong address.) But throughout the whole ordeal...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 09-21-2010, 09:18 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,209
Posted By tmarquis
09 Barker Power Jack failed. Replacements?

Hi,

The jack on my 09 23ft international failed this weekend. Did not respond to the switch and when I tried the manual it would turn just a little but then stop. I opened it up looks like a...
Forum: Brakes & Brake Controllers 08-18-2010, 10:36 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,165
Posted By tmarquis
09 International Brake Lockups

Hello!

Maybe someone here has some insight on this issue. Our trailer brakes are locking up on us when we come up to a stop light or go slow around corners.
Im not sure but I think it's just one...
Forum: General Repair Forum 06-01-2010, 09:49 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 12,674
Posted By tmarquis
No, I moved out west from Virginia to Colorado....

No, I moved out west from Virginia to Colorado. I'm going to hold off naming the dealer since he is making an effort to make the situation right. I'll be dropping the trailer off next week. Cross you...
Forum: General Repair Forum 05-24-2010, 11:48 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 12,674
Posted By tmarquis
Hi all, This is the original poster. I have some...

Hi all, This is the original poster. I have some vacations planned and worked out a date in late June to have the repair done. I let you know how things turn out. Thanks!
Tom
Forum: General Repair Forum 04-30-2010, 05:22 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 12,674
Posted By tmarquis
I talked to the dealer today

He was understanding and sounds like he's willing make things right. He asked to have some pics sent so that he can get someone else to evaluate the repair and see what needs to be done to fix the...
Forum: General Repair Forum 04-30-2010, 12:14 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 12,674
Posted By tmarquis
And the price for the repair.

$2942.78
Parts were $516.78 and labor was $2426.00

So I will call the Rv Center tomorrow. Tell them that the roof is leaking and that I find the repair work unacceptable. I'll demand a refund. I...
Forum: General Repair Forum 04-29-2010, 01:21 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 12,674
Posted By tmarquis
Undamaged original left side for reference.

Here is a picture of the undamaged left side. Just as an example of what factory original looks like.
Forum: General Repair Forum 04-29-2010, 01:17 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 12,674
Posted By tmarquis
Here are the damage and repair Pics

Please let me know what you guys think. I'd like to hear your suggestion on moving forward. I did sign the work order. But the roof is leaking and the workmanship in my opinion is questionable.
...
Forum: General Repair Forum 04-27-2010, 11:13 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 12,674
Posted By tmarquis
Hi this is Tom the original poster. I will be...

Hi this is Tom the original poster.
I will be posting the pictures of damage and repair tomorrow. I also feel the price was excessive as well. But I'll let you guys weigh in. Unfortunately I signed...
Forum: General Repair Forum 04-25-2010, 06:08 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 12,674
Posted By tmarquis
Disappointed in Dealer Body Work.

Hello all,

I was hoping to get an opinion from those that might have some experience with the following. We had a bad storm come through our area that caused a tree branch to fall onto the front...
Forum: Winterizing, Storage, Carports & Covers 12-10-2009, 12:36 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,694
Posted By tmarquis
So Come warmer weather.....Is there away to test...

So Come warmer weather.....Is there away to test for damage or leaks? besides the obvious river or puddle?
Forum: Winterizing, Storage, Carports & Covers 12-10-2009, 12:30 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,694
Posted By tmarquis
Yes I am plugged in and I do have both the...

Yes I am plugged in and I do have both the furnace and a portable heater running. (I only failed at that one day.) I do have all the cabinets open. I'm also worried about the water in the battery?...
Forum: Winterizing, Storage, Carports & Covers 12-09-2009, 11:39 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,694
Posted By tmarquis
Extremely Cold Extremely Worried

So my wife and I recently moved to Boulder CO. We plan to use the AS throughout the winter and have already taken her out for skiing at Breckenridge. Believe it or not, Boulder winters are...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 07-30-2009, 12:02 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,202
Posted By tmarquis
Wireless Speakers 12 DC options

Hello,

In my search for a clean solution to outside speakers i've purchased the following: JBL On Air Control 2.4G wireless speaker system Surround Speaker System reviews - CNET Reviews...
Forum: Winterizing, Storage, Carports & Covers 07-17-2009, 07:40 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 30,226
Posted By tmarquis
Thanks guys. As always this forum is one of the...

Thanks guys. As always this forum is one of the best places for friendly, solid advice.
I'll be looking at houses this weekend and taking a close look at the driveways. The realtor, i'm sure, will...
Forum: Winterizing, Storage, Carports & Covers 07-14-2009, 10:56 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 30,226
Posted By tmarquis
yes 20 degrees is a guess......and now that i...

yes 20 degrees is a guess......and now that i have actually looked at a protractor ...would say the angle is more like 5 to 10 (and I haven't actually seen the house, this is judging from pictures.)...
Forum: Winterizing, Storage, Carports & Covers 07-14-2009, 09:10 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 30,226
Posted By tmarquis
How much of an incline can a trailer be leveled?

Hello,

My wife and I are looking at new houses and of course evaluating the parking situation in the driveway for our trailer. (23ft)
Hypothetical question for all of you. I we were to park the...
Forum: Computers, Internet & Satellite 03-24-2009, 09:34 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,912
Posted By tmarquis
Looks like my parents do have a cable wall outlet...

Looks like my parents do have a cable wall outlet in the sunroom that is way closer to the airstream....this should allow me to get a cable to the trailer more easily. And it does open the option...
Forum: Computers, Internet & Satellite 03-24-2009, 08:52 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,912
Posted By tmarquis
looking to use cable not dsl Thanks!

looking to use cable not dsl Thanks!
Forum: Winterizing, Storage, Carports & Covers 03-24-2009, 08:33 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,850
Posted By tmarquis
When to turn on heat???

Hello at what temperature do I need to turn the furnace on? Does the occasional cold night where the temperature hovers at 32 warrant rushing over to my parents house to turn on the furnace?
What...
Forum: Computers, Internet & Satellite 03-24-2009, 01:52 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,912
Posted By tmarquis
so the phone jack wiring inside the airstream is...

so the phone jack wiring inside the airstream is not cat 5?
I do have an extra cable modem. Could I just split the line that comes into the house and run a cable to the RV this way id have both...
Forum: Computers, Internet & Satellite 03-24-2009, 12:56 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,912
Posted By tmarquis
Ethernet, cable, internet for 09 airstream

Hello,

I'll be parking my 09 international at my parents for a few months. We would like to get a broadband connection to the trailer using my parents cable modem. Yes we could get wifi but the...
Forum: Dollars & Cents 02-19-2009, 09:06 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 6,595
Posted By tmarquis
And then there is my situation. I have been a fan...

And then there is my situation. I have been a fan of airstreams for many years. I always thought they were beautiful examples of design inside and out. Only recently have I come to a point in my life...
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