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Forum: Tires 07-31-2022, 09:23 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,024
Posted By akflyer
These are the ones I got: ...

These are the ones I got:

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B0811BXD9L/ref=ppx_od_dt_b_asin_title_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

They're reflective, seem to be of good quality, and I found them to be a...
Forum: Winterizing, Storage, Carports & Covers 12-29-2021, 07:21 AM
Replies: 108
Views: 14,571
Posted By akflyer
Adding my condolences here on the freeze-up -...

Adding my condolences here on the freeze-up - what a bummer.

Lots of good advice in all the comments. A fully frozen up water tank that was full will take a *long* time to thaw, even in above...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 12-12-2018, 10:58 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 10,137
Posted By akflyer
To specifically answer the OP's question about...

To specifically answer the OP's question about the oil change time limitation (vs the mileage), my understanding is that it's a recommendation based on increasing acidity of the engine oil over time....
Forum: General Repair Forum 06-30-2015, 10:48 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,623
Posted By akflyer
I use CorrosionX, which is an aviation Mil-Spec'd...

I use CorrosionX, which is an aviation Mil-Spec'd dry lube. Available at aviation maintenance stores, or online. Works fantastic for lubing, protecting against rust, and doesn't attract more grime.
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 06-16-2015, 10:46 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 8,227
Posted By akflyer
I am running a 4 hp shop vac on mine using a 2000...

I am running a 4 hp shop vac on mine using a 2000 watt inverters with no problems.

AJ
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 06-14-2015, 11:07 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,945
Posted By akflyer
I finally "bit the bullet" last autumn and bought...

I finally "bit the bullet" last autumn and bought a propane sniffer myself. I went with the CD100A Combustible Gas Detector, which can be ordered from Amazon for about $151 these days, I think. This...
Forum: Axles 06-03-2014, 08:13 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,406
Posted By akflyer
Thanks to all for the replies. As a follow up, I...

Thanks to all for the replies. As a follow up, I contacted: (1) the service center which replaced the axles, asking for more information, (2) Airstream factory support, asking for their opinion of...
Forum: Axles 05-31-2014, 10:36 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,406
Posted By akflyer
Wrong axles installed by dealer?

I recently had two new Dexter axles installed on my 1981 Excella by an Airstream dealer/service center in southern California. When I asked (ahead of time) what axle weight ratings they would use,...
Forum: Commercial Listings 05-31-2014, 05:49 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 7,906
Posted By akflyer
Unfortunately, I didn't have a great experience...

Unfortunately, I didn't have a great experience there either. Very nice folks in person, but maybe customer service isn't their forte- after both emails and phone calls, still haven't been able to...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 12-16-2009, 06:38 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 11,195
Posted By akflyer
just out of curiousity-did you see evidence of...

just out of curiousity-did you see evidence of the ants inside before you found the nest? we are having tiny little ants that are either just coincidentally happening or i wonder if we are...
Forum: Doors & Locks 12-14-2009, 08:39 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,582
Posted By akflyer
thanks for the responses-unfortunately we dont...

thanks for the responses-unfortunately we dont have the parts that broke-but it was a bolt and spring that came out in pieces...we have found a spare lock that seems to be the same type but is giving...
Forum: Doors & Locks 12-12-2009, 06:48 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,582
Posted By akflyer
Help save marriage and door problems

We have a 81 excella. In October the door latch broke and my beautiful wife was locked inside the camper and had to be rescued by the deputies. A local RV service store ordered a new lock from...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 12-04-2009, 04:32 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,781
Posted By akflyer
first timer locked in

we are first times as well- living in our 1981 31ft for this winter...but i am alone every 2 weeks for 2 weeks so my husband can work to afford this for us...and i have had my share of things happen...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 11-23-2009, 11:50 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,267
Posted By akflyer
Hi, Thanks very much! I guess the biggest...

Hi,

Thanks very much! I guess the biggest thing I would love to have if it's available would be a wiring diagram, and something with a list of what component names/brands are installed. If there...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 11-22-2009, 06:30 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,267
Posted By akflyer
Hi all, Looks like this is a bit of an old...

Hi all,

Looks like this is a bit of an old thread, but hopefully it's still being monitored since it's directly related to what I'm trying to figure out at the moment. Our Airstream also has the...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 07-21-2009, 12:52 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,992
Posted By akflyer
I know the last thing you want to do at this...

I know the last thing you want to do at this point is to throw more $ at the problem, but FWIW, one to consider for the longer run is a battery monitor, such as this one:

Xantrex Technology Inc. -...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 07-20-2009, 08:08 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,992
Posted By akflyer
Hmmm. A couple of thoughts come to mind. ...

Hmmm. A couple of thoughts come to mind.

First, gell cells are typically charged at lower voltages than AGMs. Depending on what literature you read, "they" say that you can either charge gel...
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