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Forum: Interior Restoration Forum 04-29-2014, 03:34 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 721
Posted By monkeypants
quick question

Hi folks
We're considering getting a memory foam mattress for our 27' classic. Someone mentioned a company named Artistic. Anyone familiar with them? I can't find a website. Of course, any...
Forum: Refrigerators 11-14-2013, 07:00 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,466
Posted By monkeypants
Nope. That's not to say I shouldn't. Just seems...

Nope. That's not to say I shouldn't. Just seems like over worry.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 10-14-2013, 06:33 AM
Replies: 377
Views: 90,558
Posted By monkeypants
Silverado 2500 duramax

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Assateague, just before the shutdown.
Forum: On The Road... 09-21-2013, 05:32 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,068
Posted By monkeypants
Fun in the sun.. with a word of advice.

Been at Bluewater for a few days. The sun came out & we're working on our third straight day of going to Bahia Honda and Ft Zachary for swimming. Great beaches (for the Keys ) both of them. Just a...
Forum: On The Road... 09-14-2013, 05:27 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,068
Posted By monkeypants
Prices

We're staying at Bluewater. As for prices, with the one night free for staying a week it worked out to $90 a night. We feel that while this is high compared to the $25 a night we're paying at the...
Forum: On The Road... 09-13-2013, 11:37 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,068
Posted By monkeypants
Charleston

We've made it as far as James Island County Park. Very nice. Well run county park with alot of biking and about 15 minutes from both the plantations ( we went to Magnolia gardens ) and Charleston (...
Forum: On The Road... 09-09-2013, 04:45 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,068
Posted By monkeypants
We don't transport the trailer. That gets stored...

We don't transport the trailer. That gets stored in Big Pine Key. No sense bringing it back to winterize if I'm going back in the spring. The AutoTrain ran us $640.00 for two people in a private...
Forum: On The Road... 09-08-2013, 08:35 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,068
Posted By monkeypants
On the road again!

Heading off to the Keys tomorrow. Very excited! Taking 8 days to make the drive with stops in Assateague, Charleston ( James Island ) and Jacksonville ( Kathryn Abbey ) Hoping for good weather and...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 07-27-2013, 07:16 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,102
Posted By monkeypants
Congratulations!

Sorry, no suggestions, just wanted to welcome you.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 07-23-2013, 01:24 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 14,926
Posted By monkeypants
Just right

We've owned the 2500 for almost 10 months now and I have to say that it's a pleasure to have the feeling of control verses the suv that we had. The braking is better, the acceleration is better and...
Forum: Friends of Dorothy 05-31-2013, 08:05 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,412
Posted By monkeypants
Shame

:mad:Shame on anyone who would discriminate like that. Oh to live in a world where we could see beyond preferences, colors and beliefs and focus solely on picking on short people:lol:. Aside from...
Forum: General Repair Forum 04-09-2013, 07:03 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,529
Posted By monkeypants
Thanks

Sounds like duct tape temporarily, then a new shroud. Got it. Thank you! While on the topic, would it be worth investing in a cover for the shroud to protect it when not in use?
Forum: General Repair Forum 04-09-2013, 06:18 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,529
Posted By monkeypants
air conditioner cover

Hi folks
I just started the process of resealing my roof and during my first, tentative steps onto the roof noticed that I have a hole about the size of a quarter in my air conditioner cover. My...
Forum: Member Introductions 03-18-2013, 03:37 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,817
Posted By monkeypants
Good for you!

Congrats & safe travels.
Forum: On The Road... 03-03-2013, 06:07 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,959
Posted By monkeypants
curious

Just wondering out loud here. What do you suppose the fees ( entrance, camping etc ) would be if the parks were to become self sufficient and thereby exempt from being hostage to politics?
Forum: Off Topic Forum 02-26-2013, 09:41 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,837
Posted By monkeypants
Shhhhhhhhhhh!!!!!!

C'mon folks
The last thing I need is for Patrick, Tony and the boys at Colonial to realize how great they are.
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 02-24-2013, 05:51 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,755
Posted By monkeypants
Dealership

I have to agree with the previous poster who talked about the value of the dealership. Whether it's for major work or just some sound advice, the owning of an airstream is much easier with a good...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 01-29-2013, 06:51 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,457
Posted By monkeypants
I'm Lucky

I say I'm lucky because I don't drive that far to work. I have a smaller second car that the wife drives for better mileage. I DID NOT LIKE THE PRICE OF THE TRUCK!(Silverado 2500 crew cab diesel )...
Forum: Windows & Screens 01-05-2013, 06:20 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,961
Posted By monkeypants
I can't speak for the door window, but I did...

I can't speak for the door window, but I did replace the rear window. I found it to be fairly easy. Good luck.
Forum: Member Introductions 12-11-2012, 07:37 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,302
Posted By monkeypants
Hi!

Welcome, and good luck in your search. We bought new. Our logic was that this would be our "forever camper". We know that we spent too much. But we've always been of the opinion that you forget...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 12-06-2012, 05:42 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,899
Posted By monkeypants
2012 Silverado

Sometime this winter I'll be heading up to Colonial to get the recall work done. While there, I'll also have the boys figure out how to make my after market brake controller play nice with the...
Forum: The Rally Zone 12-04-2012, 07:05 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,536
Posted By monkeypants
Envious!

Can't do it, but boy wish we could. Missed out on our Keys in Oct. trip this year. We'll be with you in spirit. Enjoy!
Forum: Commercial Listings 11-27-2012, 04:37 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 8,609
Posted By monkeypants
Patrick All these new beauties do is make me...

Patrick
All these new beauties do is make me want a new one. But i will resist and love my '09. Of course, all I need is the go ahead from the boss, and I'm in!:lol:
Forum: Member Introductions 11-25-2012, 07:26 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,351
Posted By monkeypants
Enjoy!

Best of luck, enjoy & welcome!
Forum: Stella's Kitchen 11-21-2012, 08:40 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,198
Posted By monkeypants
Whole berry. Is that the "lumpy" kind? BTW, one...

Whole berry. Is that the "lumpy" kind? BTW, one of the joys of living in South Jersey is the ability to drive through the cranberry bogs this time of year. Very nice.
Forum: Buyer Guidelines 11-21-2012, 07:03 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,219
Posted By monkeypants
I understand

It is a good shell. Better than others. I do agree on the mattress, why shouldn't Airstream strike a deal with Tempurpedic? I have to wonder if it wouldn't be mutually beneficial to both Airstream...
Forum: Member Introductions 11-19-2012, 08:14 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,285
Posted By monkeypants
Oh yeah

You'll love it. You know it. That's why you got her.:)
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 11-16-2012, 06:51 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 20,814
Posted By monkeypants
Gotta ask....

Brian
When you say that you want to simplify the generator setup, I gotta ask what is so wrong about the 2 2000's? Are they difficult to lug around? I have always felt that the 2 2000's were the...
Forum: Member Introductions 11-12-2012, 04:45 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,052
Posted By monkeypants
Welcome

Good for you! You must be excited. Saw the pics, very nice!
Forum: Winterizing, Storage, Carports & Covers 11-12-2012, 09:21 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,029
Posted By monkeypants
The whole job will be easier if you remove the...

The whole job will be easier if you remove the bottom of the closet. Trying to work through that little access panel just wasn't happening. I agree that it's awkward. But it is doable.
Forum: On The Road... 11-11-2012, 07:13 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 849
Posted By monkeypants
Nice pics, great time of year!

Nice pics, great time of year!
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 11-07-2012, 07:25 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,099
Posted By monkeypants
C'mon, be honest

Am I the only one who sees the comedy in recieving my recall notice 2 days after using it for Sandy? But seriously, be honest, it's just you and me. If you recieved the recall 2 days before Sandy,...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 11-03-2012, 07:23 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,099
Posted By monkeypants
got mine

guess i gotta find a local dealer now. oh well.
Forum: Our Community 11-02-2012, 05:39 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,199
Posted By monkeypants
Good for you!

Nothing important to add, just God bless for wanting to get out there. Good luck.
Forum: Off Topic Forum 11-01-2012, 01:40 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 6,044
Posted By monkeypants
Back in business!

Just got internet back. Just heard that they've reopened Longport, Brigantine and Margate. Atlantic City and Ventnor still closed. 6:00 pm curfew because of looting. Most of the AC boardwalk...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 10-29-2012, 05:46 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 6,044
Posted By monkeypants
So far, so good

Calm before the storm. Trash man came, paper was delivered.
Wishing you all well.
Forum: Full-Timing, Winter Living & Workamping 10-28-2012, 08:19 PM
Replies: 142
Views: 39,331
Posted By monkeypants
Have a great winter!

Good for you. We hope to make it to the North Rim someday. I wish for you good weather and good times!
Forum: Off Topic Forum 10-28-2012, 07:40 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 6,044
Posted By monkeypants
Don't worry Bird

Congrats on your new 'stream. We Jersey people just like to complain. I do business with Colonial and am familiar with the area. You won't have flooding there and there are no trees nearby to...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 10-28-2012, 01:39 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 6,044
Posted By monkeypants
In the path of Sandy

One of the rationalizations of living at the Jersey shore has always been, "well, at least we don't get (insert type of natural disaster here) " Oh sure, high taxes, crooked politics, high cancer...
Forum: Winterizing, Storage, Carports & Covers 10-28-2012, 01:26 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,862
Posted By monkeypants
My first year also

I too got tired of dragging the camper to the dealer for winterizing. Went to Harbour Freight, got an air compressor, the necessary adaptors and a couple of gallons of anti freeze. I ended up...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 10-19-2012, 07:14 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,067
Posted By monkeypants
Good for you!

I wanted the Ford, but to keep peace in the family, we got the Chevy. Just got back from a trip to Elk Neck in MD. Gotta say, what people say is true. You can't beat the diesel and the heavy duty. ...
Forum: Doors & Locks 10-17-2012, 03:45 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,251
Posted By monkeypants
Haven't gone that far yet, but I can't tell you...

Haven't gone that far yet, but I can't tell you how many times I've looked in the rear view mirror to see them sitting atop the tank.
Forum: Member Introductions 10-11-2012, 05:32 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 933
Posted By monkeypants
Good for you!

Wishing you safe travels and good times.:)
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 10-09-2012, 11:12 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,177
Posted By monkeypants
Fixed

Stopped by the Chevy dealership to have them reinstall my old brake controller to fix the incapatability issue. They claimed that my old controller wouldn't work on the Silverado. So a quick call...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 10-08-2012, 09:47 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,177
Posted By monkeypants
Talking I think I got this

Thanks for your input. I think it does come down to the controller being incompatable with the hydraulics. Airstream went back to electric in 2010. I got the '09. Ford & Dodge don't have the...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 10-08-2012, 07:51 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,177
Posted By monkeypants
Brake controller

Need some help here group. Just bought a 2012 Silverado with the integrated brake controller. When I hooked up the camper this morning, the trailer output gain did not register. The owners manual...
Forum: On The Road... 09-27-2012, 09:33 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 6,604
Posted By monkeypants
Depends

One of the first things I do after setting up camp is to wander over to the bath house to check out the showers. If they are acceptable, I prefer to use the campground facilities, as, at 6'1", the...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 09-27-2012, 07:57 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,055
Posted By monkeypants
New Tow Vehicle

169033
Got the 2012 Silverado 2500 HD w/ duramax. Got it at what I felt was a fair price. Thanks for all the advice. Can't wait to take the 'stream out a couple more times before the end of the...
Forum: Interior Restoration Forum 09-23-2012, 04:41 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,173
Posted By monkeypants
I'll be intersted to see the replies on this....

I'll be intersted to see the replies on this. We've considered the sleep number, although we are currently satisfied with our memory foam topper.
Forum: Off Topic Forum 09-21-2012, 07:59 AM
Replies: 169
Views: 12,422
Posted By monkeypants
Whoops

I think I recently posted that I was about to "pull the trigger". Sorry to have caused pain.:angel:
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