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Forum: Audio, Video & TV 04-17-2024, 10:05 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,303
Posted By brad1
It’s a great place for a painting or poster, etc....

It’s a great place for a painting or poster, etc. We visit galleries during our travels and occasionally pick out a piece, it’s fun to rotate works from the house into the AS and back.
Forum: Electronics & Connectivity 03-14-2024, 06:22 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,330
Posted By brad1
Oh man, I wish you hadn’t posted this

Great, another expensive dohickey for my “gotta get for the Aisrstream” list. I do have a bday coming up.
Forum: 2018 - Current Globetrotter 02-22-2024, 10:34 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,708
Posted By brad1
We had ours replaced by a local furniture...

We had ours replaced by a local furniture upholstery outfit. It turns out that these types of cushions are on the very easy end of what they usually work with.

I suggest you have them use the...
Forum: Refrigerators 01-21-2024, 06:12 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 900
Posted By brad1
Look into the Isotherm Cruise 195 ac/dc...

Look into the Isotherm Cruise 195 ac/dc refrigerator. We had Ultimate Airstream put one into our new International. I believe it slides right in. Separate compressors for refer and freezer. Works...
Forum: Our Community 12-25-2023, 09:37 AM
Replies: 7,910
Views: 1,577,648
Posted By brad1
Cherry Airstream 350

Gorgeous vintage Airstream motor home on Christmas morning 2023 at MarinRV Park just north of San Francisco. That’s ours in the background.
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 11-19-2023, 11:48 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,534
Posted By brad1
I could not get the tabs out so…

The tabs were held too tightly in place. No amount of tapping would move two of them. I resorted to removing the six wood screws that held the drawer to the rail assembly. If your tabs won’t release...
Forum: On The Road... 10-29-2023, 09:37 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,435
Posted By brad1
Back up: Boondocking!

Each of those parks is surrounded by BLM and forest service lands where you can camp (almost) anywhere. Once you do it once, your fears about it will disappear and it will become a viable option in...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 10-25-2023, 11:18 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,174
Posted By brad1
I put mine on the curb side in front of the...

I put mine on the curb side in front of the propane tank cover on my 2022 F150 and it works just fine too.

Now on my third AS I’ve gotten pretty good at backing up. There’s no better feeling than...
Forum: Refrigerators 10-25-2023, 11:08 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,416
Posted By brad1
If any of you having problems with the electric...

If any of you having problems with the electric only refrigerators and are contemplating replacement, take a look at the Isotherm. We had one installed in our new 27’ International and it works...
Forum: Buyer Guidelines 10-25-2023, 10:54 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,469
Posted By brad1
My 2 cents

I had solar installed on my 25’FB Eddie Bauer at Toscano and they absolutely botched it. Dented the roof. Drilled a bunch of holes they didn’t need to, on and on. It took the Lewster to fix it all....
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 10-17-2023, 01:28 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 12,809
Posted By brad1
“Works great, better than the stock wrench, which...

“Works great, better than the stock wrench, which is heavy and single use.”

Sometimes you have to unhook at a convenient RV park and travel into an urban area for some reason. In unframiliar...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 10-08-2023, 12:03 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 12,809
Posted By brad1
Having tried both, I prefer…

I had the Equalizer on my 25’ Eddie Bauer. Have the Blue Ox installed on my new 27’ International FB. Having used both I conclude that the Eqalizer is less fussy to use. The BO requires you to use a...
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 09-25-2023, 09:25 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 2,848
Posted By brad1
Truma AquaGo tankless water heater reset process

I’ve got an after market Truma AquaGo tankless water heater installed in my 27’ International and it’s great. Occasionally, though, it loses it’s mind if I run out of propane (usually by forgetting...
Forum: Winter Living 09-18-2023, 10:18 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,355
Posted By brad1
Smile Never mind the naysayers. Here are some ideas

Stevens Pass Ski Area in Washington is a great little area and you can find affordable land nearby on Hwy 2 between Snohomish WA and Leavenworth WA.

Alpental Ski Area is similar to Stevens Pass...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 08-16-2023, 10:13 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,166
Posted By brad1
Wisdom from Click And Clack-kinda related

I had to store our first Airstream on a similar slope for a while after we got it. I didn’t know about Airforums at the time so I called Click and Clack, the Tappet Brothers, who were very popular...
Forum: Airstream Classifieds 05-28-2023, 09:13 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 177
Posted By brad1
2010 Airstream Eddie Bauer 25 - California

Sold over asking! Bidding war! Lots of interest!

25 Eddie Bauer model front bed Airstream with rear hatch in really great shape and ready to hit the road.

Rear Hatch: The rear hatch is the...
Forum: Boondocking 04-13-2023, 07:23 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,837
Posted By brad1
Out in the boonies you’re a lot less likely to...

Out in the boonies you’re a lot less likely to run into thieves prepared to haul off your Airstream than you are wherever you regularly keep your rig. There, determined thieves can make note of...
Forum: Dollars & Cents 04-13-2023, 12:00 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 586
Posted By brad1
Where to post “Airstream For Sale”

I have used the Airstream Classified’s premium posting feature to successfully sell a previous Airstream and am planning to post there again for one I’m about to put on the market. I’m considering...
Forum: Our Community 03-20-2023, 04:18 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,693
Posted By brad1
27’ has way more storage

We just moved up from a 25’ EB FBQ to a 27’ International FBQ and were surprised by how much more storage space that gives you. ?Backing into a space seems just about the same.

Note that ferries...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 02-10-2023, 10:30 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 6,907
Posted By brad1
I’ll see your wife’s fine bone China and raise...

I’ll see your wife’s fine bone China and raise you my wife’s Christofle silverware setting for four (after an extensive talk down from 8).
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 02-10-2023, 10:17 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,633
Posted By brad1
That tearing gasket is the result of a classic,...

That tearing gasket is the result of a classic, well known problem. Airstream techs even have a name for it, ‘shower door sag”. While the folk who correctly observe that little to no seepage will...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 12-01-2022, 11:27 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,061
Posted By brad1
Every thing seems dead

Furnace control is dark. Refer non responsive. I didnt check outlets but will tomorrow pm.

If it is just the 12v stuff thats out, what would that indicate?
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 12-01-2022, 02:38 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,061
Posted By brad1
No power inside on shore power

I went out to check on the electrical status of my 27’ Internatipnal and find that no electrical interior item is working.

I have 200 watts of solar on the roof with a Progressive Dynamics...
Forum: General Repair Forum 10-27-2022, 10:51 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,305
Posted By brad1
I expect that Ultimate will have removed all...

I expect that Ultimate will have removed all those items in a week or two. Which are you interested in?
Forum: General Repair Forum 10-27-2022, 10:50 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,305
Posted By brad1
It’s not that we don’t like the other models....

It’s not that we don’t like the other models. They’re great. But after purchasing two new Airstreams in the past and using them extensively, we realized we want amenities and finishes Airstream...
Forum: General Repair Forum 10-27-2022, 10:36 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,305
Posted By brad1
Send me a pm

If you’re interested in obtaining any of the things I’ve listed, please PM me.
Forum: General Repair Forum 10-26-2022, 07:15 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,305
Posted By brad1
Refer, TV and cushions from brand new 27’ FB International FB

Just accepted a brand new 2023 27’ FB International, then turned it over to Ultimate Airstreams who will rip out the rear cabin seating, table, TV, refrigerator and other stuff prior to them working...
Forum: Upholstery, Blinds, Walls & Interior Finishes 07-21-2022, 10:24 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 579
Posted By brad1
Eddie Bauer folding bench pivot bolt

One of the features of the Eddie Bauer are benches that fold up against the wall, ostensibly to allow one to stow motorcycles or kayaks in the TT as accessed through the rear hatch. In my case, I’ve...
Forum: Axles 06-22-2022, 01:35 PM
Replies: 122
Views: 26,362
Posted By brad1
The good news is…

My order is so delayed that this issue won’t affect delivery which remains definitely tentatively scheduled for sometime in the future

:D
Forum: On The Road... 06-08-2022, 02:02 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,582
Posted By brad1
Just over the border in the Okanagan is Nk’ Mip...

Just over the border in the Okanagan is Nk’ Mip Resort which includes a large RV park. It’s right on lake Osoyoos. There is also a fairly large and very nice resort hotel, a desert cultural museum,...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 05-24-2022, 09:55 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,385
Posted By brad1
That explains it!

Thanks very much for this. I’ll order the part and go ahead with the installation.
You’re making it too easy!
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 05-22-2022, 11:30 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,385
Posted By brad1
Furrion Power Inlet Stopped Working. Why?

The front Furrion power inlet on my Eddie Bauer wouldn’t power the coach after a short drive between campsites. The aft power inlet still worked, so it’s not the park’s power, or the cable.

My...
Forum: Our Community 04-24-2022, 06:28 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,703
Posted By brad1
Additional items for the checklist

I was supposed to get a new Airstream in April but with one ting and another that’s out to fall sometime. I was thinking about a checklist, though, and found the excellent one in this thread. Thanks!...
Forum: Other Clubs 03-28-2022, 09:37 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,984
Posted By brad1
Why does RVLife’s tech suck so bad?

I’ve created accounts for a number of RVLife’s sites including this one, RVTripWizard, RVSite reviews (or whatever it’s called)etc. I have had to do way too much work to log into each of them that...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 03-25-2022, 10:10 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,703
Posted By brad1
New units arrive with a bunch of superfluous...

New units arrive with a bunch of superfluous stickers. You may get your dealer to remove them for you, but if not, as soon as possible get out a hair dryer, soften ‘em up and peel them off. Be sure...
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 03-20-2022, 11:15 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,145
Posted By brad1
What I like about using groovers on float trips...

What I like about using groovers on float trips is you can put them where they have really great views.
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 03-20-2022, 11:02 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,109
Posted By brad1
Wink Hatch. Did you say hatch? Uh oh Lucy! Now you’ve...

Hatch. Did you say hatch? Uh oh Lucy! Now you’ve done it!

The units with the longest lead time, which keeps getting pushed back and pushed back, is for those with the hatch. Apparently there are a...
Forum: Electronics & Connectivity 03-14-2022, 02:11 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 720
Posted By brad1
Here is a link to the discussion CMHM mentions...

Here is a link to the discussion CMHM mentions above:

https://www.airforums.com/forums/f451/our-pepwave-poynting-set-up-using-as-pre-wired-connection-218318.html



I couldn’t get the URL to...
Forum: Electronics & Connectivity 03-13-2022, 10:05 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 720
Posted By brad1
Cellular connectivity gear confusion

In another thread that I didn’t want to hijack they were talking about gear for cellular connectivity that I don’t understand. I’m interested in understanding how a Poynting antenna and a Peplink MAX...
Forum: General Repair Forum 02-28-2022, 01:45 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 16,546
Posted By brad1
Please name the repair shop

It’s fair to tell us who let you down so that the rest of us can avoid them. All they had to do was make a good faith attempt at the repair but, if your story is correct and I’ve no reason to doubt...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 02-27-2022, 06:49 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,097
Posted By brad1
Ther are several YouTube videos that cover this...

Ther are several YouTube videos that cover this exact scenario. There are a couple of issues that fit the symptoms. The fixes for each are pretty simple.
Forum: Upholstery, Blinds, Walls & Interior Finishes 02-16-2022, 12:43 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 12,923
Posted By brad1
Use Sunbrella material. It’s long lasting and...

Use Sunbrella material. It’s long lasting and easy to clean. Any decent upholstery shop can help you get the fabric, denser foam (which also lasts longer), then sew it up with great precision.
Forum: 2018 - Current Globetrotter 01-01-2022, 10:47 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,061
Posted By brad1
Love those big curb-side windows on the 28’ FC RB! + a ?

One of the things I admire most about the 28’ FC RB are those big windows on the curbside. They seem to really open up the interior.

Since we’re talking here about the difference between the 25s...
Forum: Eddie Bauer - All Models 12-18-2021, 02:03 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,252
Posted By brad1
Where can I get a replacement cylinder lock for the hatch?

I have just encountered the stuck lock in the rear hatch assembly problem. The pics earlier in this thread are great. I can see how to replace the cylinder, but I’m not having much luck identifying...
Forum: Our Community 12-02-2021, 05:44 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,673
Posted By brad1
2022 27FB International delivery woes

We ordered a 2022 international 27’FB with a hatch in November. Shortly after placing the order we were told that we were scheduled for a build in March or April. Today our dealer’s sales rep called...
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 11-28-2021, 10:22 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,817
Posted By brad1
I visited Ultimate Airstream recently and saw a...

I visited Ultimate Airstream recently and saw a windowless shell they were working on for Oris, the high end watch maker. It had doors fore and aft on the curb side, and between those two, a long top...
Forum: Roof Vents, Skylights & Fans 11-06-2021, 11:55 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 10,654
Posted By brad1
Second switch fails!

After my first switch failed I figured it was a bad switch and ordered a new one. The second install went more easily than the first. A couple of months later, the second switch failed exactly as the...
Forum: Member Introductions 11-02-2021, 12:24 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,783
Posted By brad1
Don’t sweat it. It’s a lot easier than you think....

Don’t sweat it. It’s a lot easier than you think.

Take your favorite pillows and bed linens
Make sure you have your favorite coffee production equipment. Remember you might not have shore power,...
Forum: Stoves, Ovens & Microwaves 10-26-2021, 10:19 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,073
Posted By brad1
Count me as another Dometic CU-434 user...

Count me as another Dometic CU-434 user experiencing a problem with the center front burner. It lights, then after a minute or so, the flame height drops, the color changes to orange and there is a...
Forum: Roof Vents, Skylights & Fans 10-10-2021, 10:00 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,936
Posted By brad1
I’ve had to replace the fan handle on both my...

I’ve had to replace the fan handle on both my shower and WC. While YMMV, I’ve found that you can get the screws out using what are referred to as “precision screwdrivers.” These are the type used for...
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