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Forum: 2005 - 2010 Safari 07-06-2023, 09:38 PM
Replies: 974
Views: 174,598
Posted By WineStream
Going to pay it forward here, maybe... Way...

Going to pay it forward here, maybe...

Way back in post #684 of this thread and in 2014, I posted here asking if anyone was looking to sell their 2005 bunk. Amazingly, someone PM'd me some hours...
Forum: 2005 - 2010 Safari 07-06-2023, 09:10 PM
Replies: 974
Views: 174,598
Posted By WineStream
Thanks. Excellent info, esp. #2. I got a quote...

Thanks. Excellent info, esp. #2. I got a quote from Airstream and it's $900 and they said it would be a "custom build" and take 6-8 weeks. Based on your experience, I think I'll skip that one. I...
Forum: 2005 - 2010 Safari 07-05-2023, 12:52 AM
Replies: 974
Views: 174,598
Posted By WineStream
Has anyone needed to replace the plastic in the...

Has anyone needed to replace the plastic in the front window (bedroom) rock guard? I've read some other threads here on the forums and it looks like the vintage or even current 3-panel, wrap-around...
Forum: 2005 - 2010 Safari 04-20-2023, 10:02 AM
Replies: 974
Views: 174,598
Posted By WineStream
Yes! We did this about a year ago and love it. It...

Yes! We did this about a year ago and love it. It has more inside space (I think the newer 2-way ones do too). It doesn't require leveling and can run anywhere without fear of open flame. The only...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 12-23-2022, 11:29 PM
Replies: 147
Views: 22,707
Posted By WineStream
I have my pole at home. We're traveling with the...

I have my pole at home. We're traveling with the Airstream this holiday season so I have some grievances and other things.

My feat of strength: Opening a tight sewer dump cap. It took pliers, but...
Forum: 2005 - 2010 Safari 06-06-2022, 08:25 AM
Replies: 974
Views: 174,598
Posted By WineStream
Older, LOL! I guess I never thought about my '05...

Older, LOL! I guess I never thought about my '05 being old, but it is 17 years old now. Almost in the "classic" age designation for Airstreams.

Can you send a link to the unit that you found for...
Forum: 2005 - 2010 Safari 02-07-2022, 11:21 PM
Replies: 974
Views: 174,598
Posted By WineStream
You get the award for the right answer! It just...

You get the award for the right answer! It just took me tearing out the bathroom to find it.

It turns out (or so it seems for now) that the Shurflo inlet is the culprit. I wasn't able to see this...
Forum: 2005 - 2010 Safari 02-06-2022, 09:03 AM
Replies: 974
Views: 174,598
Posted By WineStream
Had been through 1 and 2 already. I know it's a...

Had been through 1 and 2 already. I know it's a freshwater leak, so not 3 but I did want to check that anyway when I had everything out just since it's now 17 years old.

I had originally thought...
Forum: 2009-2015 Flying Cloud 02-05-2022, 01:58 PM
Replies: 256
Views: 41,552
Posted By WineStream
toilet / black tank cabinet removal in bathroom

I'm posting in this thread too even though my bunkhouse is a 2005 as I think our bathrooms are set up the same (duplicate of:...
Forum: 2005 - 2010 Safari 02-05-2022, 01:56 PM
Replies: 974
Views: 174,598
Posted By WineStream
toilet / black tank cabinet removal in bathroom

Has anyone ever removed this cabinet under the bathroom sink and toilet?

I have a fresh water leak somewhere under this but I cannot seem to figure out how to go farther than this. I have removed...
Forum: Roof Vents, Skylights & Fans 12-15-2021, 05:46 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,649
Posted By WineStream
So I went ahead and bought the MaxxAir with the...

So I went ahead and bought the MaxxAir with the 6" spacer. Good thing I did.

The hole in my roof was perfect, so no mods there. The roof of my Airstream (2005) is 2" thick. I ended up cutting the...
Forum: Roof Vents, Skylights & Fans 11-21-2021, 10:32 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,649
Posted By WineStream
Can anyone comment on the need for the...

Can anyone comment on the need for the extension/spacer? I see the "only for 1" roofs" with LED model for sale for about half the price at camping world vs. the same model but with 6" extension at...
Forum: 2005 - 2010 Safari 06-27-2021, 10:26 AM
Replies: 974
Views: 174,598
Posted By WineStream
Still going strong with our family, too. We were...

Still going strong with our family, too. We were the second owners when we bought it in 2014. It's currently parked in front of our house as we are making some small repairs and getting ready for a...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 12-17-2020, 08:20 AM
Replies: 147
Views: 22,707
Posted By WineStream
After moving homes, I got rid of all of my scrap...

After moving homes, I got rid of all of my scrap aluminum. I now have an old paper towel roll covered in aluminum foil which packs nicely with all of the traditional season decorations. Highly...
Forum: 2005 - 2010 Safari 05-08-2020, 07:36 PM
Replies: 974
Views: 174,598
Posted By WineStream
I'm surprised that they didn't recommend...

I'm surprised that they didn't recommend replacement of the axles. I had to have mine replaced because I bent a spindle but they really didn't have much flexibility left in them. After replacement,...
Forum: 2005 - 2010 Safari 03-14-2020, 02:44 PM
Replies: 974
Views: 174,598
Posted By WineStream
Is the LP detector bad or you think it blew a...

Is the LP detector bad or you think it blew a fuse? An LP detector is only good for so long (5-7 years, I think) and will go bad, fuse or no fuse. I've replaced the LP detector in two Airstreams,...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 12-18-2019, 12:32 PM
Replies: 147
Views: 22,707
Posted By WineStream
That's a great idea! I threw out all of my spare...

That's a great idea! I threw out all of my spare pieces of aluminum when my family moved two years ago so my pole is long gone, too. Time to run a bunch of paper towels off of a roll and grab the...
Forum: 2005 - 2010 Safari 04-24-2019, 04:11 PM
Replies: 974
Views: 174,598
Posted By WineStream
I have not had to replace mine, but shouldn't be...

I have not had to replace mine, but shouldn't be a big deal. The easiest thing would be to call Airstream (their customer service dept. is very helpful). Aside from that...

*Do you have the...
Forum: General Motorhome Topics 12-01-2018, 08:13 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 34,122
Posted By WineStream
I think that the aluminum track you're holding...

I think that the aluminum track you're holding and not the gray rubber seal part, right?

For aluminum extrusions, I would call Airstream directly or an Airstream dealer/restorer. I think they are...
Forum: Windows & Screens 09-12-2018, 06:12 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 797
Posted By WineStream
Window operator / crank gear replacement 2005

I'm hoping someone in the community has encountered needing to change the window operator gearbox on a mid 2000's model. I've searched here on Airforums and as well on Airstream Addicts on Facebook...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 07-16-2018, 08:57 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 37,650
Posted By WineStream
Thanks for the courteous response :-) FYI...

Thanks for the courteous response :-)

FYI for those wondering, atobols = WineStream. I had my username changed some years ago because I was tired of explaining to people why my username was...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 07-16-2018, 02:29 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 37,650
Posted By WineStream
Wow. Nothing like an almost 9 year old thread...

Wow. Nothing like an almost 9 year old thread getting resurrected to kick me some more. Feels great.

Hope you have a great day, too!
Forum: 2005 - 2010 Safari 05-18-2018, 09:10 PM
Replies: 974
Views: 174,598
Posted By WineStream
I bought a folding stool but found it to get more...

I bought a folding stool but found it to get more in the way than help. Now my wife and I just prop our heels on the ledge adjacent the toilet. 🤣
Forum: 2005 - 2010 Safari 04-17-2018, 04:19 PM
Replies: 974
Views: 174,598
Posted By WineStream
My trailer isn't conveniently available either,...

My trailer isn't conveniently available either, but I'd guess our is about 24". I honestly think bigger would be too big considering the sitting positions to view the TV. Of course anyone sitting in...
Forum: 2005 - 2010 Safari 03-11-2018, 10:59 AM
Replies: 974
Views: 174,598
Posted By WineStream
If you have the owners manual, there is a diagram...

If you have the owners manual, there is a diagram in there. Granted, it's not real clear and the 12VDC diagram was so blurry that I contact Airstream about getting a direct-printed original. They...
Forum: 2005 - 2010 Safari 02-15-2018, 07:38 PM
Replies: 974
Views: 174,598
Posted By WineStream
I can second this idea. All beds in ours have...

I can second this idea. All beds in ours have memory foam toppers. We had to custom-cut the ones for the bunks. I think we bought a queen topper and then pulled the mattresses out of the bunks,...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 02-07-2018, 06:02 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 7,592
Posted By WineStream
Logan is the city near to the Hocking Hills area....

Logan is the city near to the Hocking Hills area. Hocking Hills is the true gem. Take your hiking gear. You can spend days hiking. If you go to Hocking Hills State Park, plan on going early. Parking...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 02-07-2018, 05:33 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 7,592
Posted By WineStream
Yeah, what a time for me to decide to move from...

Yeah, what a time for me to decide to move from OH to CA. UrbanAir moves to what was my proverbial backyard and I move a loooong way away. Wish I could be there.
Forum: 2005 - 2010 Safari 02-07-2018, 10:15 AM
Replies: 974
Views: 174,598
Posted By WineStream
Go back a few pages in this thread (link...

Go back a few pages in this thread (link below)...Maybe FishByFly was the PO of cliff's unit?

https://www.airforums.com/forums/f292/safari-30-bunkhouse-owners-club-29241-52.html#post1475707
Forum: 2005 - 2010 Safari 02-05-2018, 07:58 PM
Replies: 974
Views: 174,598
Posted By WineStream
As much as I am a regular facebook user...what's...

As much as I am a regular facebook user...what's wrong with keeping up here? I prefer the collective nature of the forums/thread. All discussion related to the 2005-2006 bunkhouse can be found in one...
Forum: 2005 - 2010 Safari 02-05-2018, 07:43 AM
Replies: 974
Views: 174,598
Posted By WineStream
I can't lay claim to having removed the couch,...

I can't lay claim to having removed the couch, but we really like the other factory option of two swivel chairs and a fold-up table. We are a family of 4 and usually two sit there for dinner and two...
Forum: Other Rallies & Events 09-21-2017, 05:33 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,286
Posted By WineStream
Sadly going to change from a maybe RSVP to no....

Sadly going to change from a maybe RSVP to no. We're going to be out west looking for a new home / neighborhood. Couldn't juggle the timing to allow for the rally.
Forum: 2005 - 2010 Safari 08-27-2017, 06:14 AM
Replies: 974
Views: 174,598
Posted By WineStream
I echo everything cmrdgrs said above. We feel...

I echo everything cmrdgrs said above. We feel that we get plenty of light in ours and actually have made black-out curtains for ours so that we can control the light better. That being said, I've...
Forum: Other Rallies & Events 08-20-2017, 04:48 PM
Replies: 796
Views: 117,421
Posted By WineStream
My family can't make it but glad to see a...

My family can't make it but glad to see a gathering in the Cincy-metro area. We camped on the river last year labor day and had a great weekend in the area. I hope you get a couple of Airstreams to...
Forum: Other Rallies & Events 08-12-2017, 05:17 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,286
Posted By WineStream
I'm going to throw in as a definite maybe right...

I'm going to throw in as a definite maybe right now. We're in flux for the rest of the year due to relocation for my job, but it is beginning to look like we will still be available on these dates. I...
Forum: Other Rallies & Events 08-12-2017, 05:06 AM
Replies: 796
Views: 117,421
Posted By WineStream
We considered getting a spot somewhere right in...

We considered getting a spot somewhere right in the belt of 100% eclipse, but in the end decided that the 80-90% range that northern Ohio will get will be good enough vs. taking 1-2 vacation days to...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 02-01-2017, 04:47 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 7,592
Posted By WineStream
I've got this one on the calendar, but the...

I've got this one on the calendar, but the during-the-week schedule makes it tough for us. We've planned-up most of my vacation days this year already with vacations, so taking 2-3 days off for this...
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 01-11-2017, 05:49 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,941
Posted By WineStream
Do you have a water heater bypass valve (for...

Do you have a water heater bypass valve (for winterization) that maybe failed in the freeze or is open? Could explain your issue if cold water is mixing with hot and cooling it down before getting to...
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 01-08-2017, 02:08 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,055
Posted By WineStream
Can also be the over-pressure bypass faulty or...

Can also be the over-pressure bypass faulty or stuck open. Both of the Airstreams that I owned from the 70s had these in the system.

With my 77, I once connected to water at a park that had...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 01-08-2017, 01:50 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,730
Posted By WineStream
Do you have the owners manual? Somewhere in there...

Do you have the owners manual? Somewhere in there it should have a wiring schematic for the trailer. It might be lousy printing (mine is) but usually one can still make out the color codes and...
Forum: 2005 - 2010 Safari 12-26-2016, 06:18 AM
Replies: 974
Views: 174,598
Posted By WineStream
Falls Creek looks pretty good. Typically state...

Falls Creek looks pretty good. Typically state parks are pretty good campgrounds. There's an Airstream-only campground nearby to there as well (https://www.tcpconline.com/index.html). I've never...
Forum: 2005 - 2010 Safari 12-18-2016, 10:22 AM
Replies: 974
Views: 174,598
Posted By WineStream
We don't have anything firm for next year other...

We don't have anything firm for next year other than 4th of July at Pennwood in PA; so MO / TN in June could work for us.
Forum: 2005 - 2010 Safari 12-04-2016, 09:17 AM
Replies: 974
Views: 174,598
Posted By WineStream
I had some time this morning so I decided to find...

I had some time this morning so I decided to find a way to find a mid-point for all of us. Google helped my by pointing me to: https://www.geomidpoint.com/meet/. It generated the point "M" in the...
Forum: 2005 - 2010 Safari 11-23-2016, 08:12 PM
Replies: 974
Views: 174,598
Posted By WineStream
Ahh, yeah, I remember that. Kids rally. Yeah,...

Ahh, yeah, I remember that. Kids rally. Yeah, that never really took off. Let's see what we can do now. Realizing that trying to get a bunkhouse rally together likely means kids. Kinda comes with the...
Forum: 2005 - 2010 Safari 11-23-2016, 03:38 PM
Replies: 974
Views: 174,598
Posted By WineStream
I don't know if a bunkhouse rally has been tried...

I don't know if a bunkhouse rally has been tried in the past or not. We've only had ours for 3 camping seasons so I didn't watch much here prior.

If one was tried before and didn't happen, then we...
Forum: 2005 - 2010 Safari 11-23-2016, 06:58 AM
Replies: 974
Views: 174,598
Posted By WineStream
Ya know, all of our bunkhouses (speaking of the...

Ya know, all of our bunkhouses (speaking of the 2005-2006 variety) are now 10 years old. They are well used and into the hands of people that are really using them because at this point, if you don't...
Forum: 2005 - 2010 Safari 11-05-2016, 06:31 AM
Replies: 974
Views: 174,598
Posted By WineStream
Amazing how much these models are still in...

Amazing how much these models are still in demand. There was a whole 9 hours between your post for sale and the response that it's pending sale. :D

I posted to this same thread a few years ago...
Forum: Phone, CB & Ham Radio 10-29-2016, 07:29 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 9,335
Posted By WineStream
...I realize that I am quoting a post from years...

...I realize that I am quoting a post from years ago, but relevant to my question...

I have the same complaint. I have an '05 with the roughly 12" flexi antenna at the front, top of the Airstream....
Forum: 2005 - 2010 Safari 10-29-2016, 07:13 AM
Replies: 974
Views: 174,598
Posted By WineStream
My opinion... The ad states that the salvage...

My opinion...

The ad states that the salvage title was due to hail damage. So long as that was the only reason for "salvage"...then to me it would be no biggy. If the frame was straightened (don't...
Forum: Other Rallies & Events 09-20-2016, 05:51 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 7,054
Posted By WineStream
Honestly, perhaps the easiest would be to...

Honestly, perhaps the easiest would be to continue on 23 (not get on 30, 15, 75) all the way to where 23 and 20 join together and then look for 420 north (near Lemoyne). 420 becomes I-280 and will...
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