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Forum: 2011 - 2015 International 09-30-2014, 11:11 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,158
Posted By Vitaminsea
Welcome and great to have you here. Enjoy you're...

Welcome and great to have you here. Enjoy you're new member to the family. We have the 28 as well and like the floor plan for us.
Totally get it with workmanship and doing it yourself verses the...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 07-15-2014, 12:33 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 935
Posted By Vitaminsea
I have an A/C rated at 15,000 btu and it does not...

I have an A/C rated at 15,000 btu and it does not work (for long) plugged into my house plug (15 amp) but does work on my generator. When at an RV park with 30 amp service it works just fine.
...
Forum: 2011 - 2015 International 07-09-2014, 11:36 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,077
Posted By Vitaminsea
As an update to the mirror in the 28', I...

As an update to the mirror in the 28', I reinstalled it today. The factory install uses a thin piece of plywood (1/8 inch) held on by two top screws and two bottom screws that is by nature flexible...
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 06-28-2014, 11:00 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 7,134
Posted By Vitaminsea
Great idea and install. I was just at container...

Great idea and install. I was just at container store today looking for this kind of solution. Thank you.


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Forum: 2011 - 2015 International 06-14-2014, 11:43 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,077
Posted By Vitaminsea
Have the same model year and trailer. Mine fell...

Have the same model year and trailer. Mine fell off too. Behind the mirror looks very similar as your pic. Big globs of glue holding it. I did notice one of the clips on the bottom being loose but...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 06-03-2014, 01:41 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,370
Posted By Vitaminsea
Here is a photo with the blue ox in my adjusted...

Here is a photo with the blue ox in my adjusted setup. Note the 3 (and half) chain links showing and the bend in the bars.

This is for my 2012 28' international connected to a 4x2 2011 Tundra with...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 05-31-2014, 11:18 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,370
Posted By Vitaminsea
I found three full links showing made the...

I found three full links showing made the difference for me. It's a game to adjust it to your setup. Mine was bouncy for the up and down on freeways until I made it tighter by one link.

You need...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 05-27-2014, 11:24 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,028
Posted By Vitaminsea
Even with the 2014 range rover losing 700# with...

Even with the 2014 range rover losing 700# with new aluminum, it's the suspension and total weight that limits me. The engine is amazing etc. My door sticker says 700# for the hitch. And about 1000#...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 05-27-2014, 12:51 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,028
Posted By Vitaminsea
Have the v8 supercharged. Lots of pulling power....

Have the v8 supercharged. Lots of pulling power. The max hitch weight is 700#. It will pull 7700 by specs. But the hitch weight is limiting factor on bigger trailers.

The SUV is from the future...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 05-25-2014, 11:45 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 9,069
Posted By Vitaminsea
Adjusted the WD bar chain for a tighter hook up...

Adjusted the WD bar chain for a tighter hook up and that made the difference on the bounce I felt. The "8" links of chain before the lock point gives me three and a half chain links showing from the...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 05-25-2014, 12:43 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,786
Posted By Vitaminsea
I have the Parkit 360 with the bigger motor and...

I have the Parkit 360 with the bigger motor and all-terrain wheels. I use it when parking in tighter spots like my warehouse. I like the brake controller and it just hooks up to the trailer...
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 05-13-2014, 09:41 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,763
Posted By Vitaminsea
I used Bayarea Airstream in Fairfield to repair...

I used Bayarea Airstream in Fairfield to repair and patch the skin from the front awning bar being ripped out. To replace the entire side panel was going to be in the 18k range. Instead they pulled...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 04-23-2014, 08:49 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 9,069
Posted By Vitaminsea
The blue ox sway pro is new to me. I've only...

The blue ox sway pro is new to me. I've only towed it a couple times now. One thing I've noticed over my old hitch setup is the bounce or bounciness. It's very slight in bounce but notice it on our...
Forum: Awnings 04-14-2014, 08:57 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,034
Posted By Vitaminsea
@atomicNo13 thanks, yes it could of been much...

@atomicNo13 thanks, yes it could of been much worse. Happy with the results. I can only imagine a true rip out of the skin and insulation spilling out.
Forum: Clearcoat, Exterior Paint & Trim 04-13-2014, 10:58 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,248
Posted By Vitaminsea
So true about the clearance lights for these...

So true about the clearance lights for these models have a cheap plastic housing and sit on the skin of the trailer. I have a made in October 2012 28' and has those exact lights. Seen the darkening...
Forum: Clearcoat, Exterior Paint & Trim 04-13-2014, 10:09 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 25,519
Posted By Vitaminsea
Thanks for the info @howard. You job looks great....

Thanks for the info @howard. You job looks great. Nice work.
Forum: Awnings 04-10-2014, 11:12 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,034
Posted By Vitaminsea
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Forum: Awnings 04-10-2014, 08:05 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,034
Posted By Vitaminsea
I had the repair done. We patched the skin with...

I had the repair done. We patched the skin with the same airstream aluminum and used Olympic rivets. Have a look.

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Forum: Exterior Restoration Forum 03-30-2014, 01:25 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,734
Posted By Vitaminsea
Parked a foot from the curb on a city street that...

Parked a foot from the curb on a city street that had a lot of arch or curve to the road for drainage. The tree didn't care about the road and grew straight up.

Hit the front awning arm against...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 03-03-2014, 10:54 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,426
Posted By Vitaminsea
I did reverse my post. It was 100 pounds heavier...

I did reverse my post. It was 100 pounds heavier at the jack than the tongue weight. My mistake on posting.
Forum: Exterior Restoration Forum 03-02-2014, 10:06 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 13,515
Posted By Vitaminsea
Yes for burning man! It's the playa dust and it...

Yes for burning man! It's the playa dust and it is not sand but fine powder. It can get everywhere.

So far without an outside "clean room" or decontamination chamber before the door we have done...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 03-02-2014, 08:56 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,426
Posted By Vitaminsea
I measured the tongue weight at the coupler...

I measured the tongue weight at the coupler (where the ball connects) with a scale made for this. It was 850 pounds with the trailer loaded with all our usual gear and full fresh water. That is 100...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 02-27-2014, 10:43 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 24,704
Posted By Vitaminsea
If you can, just make one adjustment at a time to...

If you can, just make one adjustment at a time to the rig. That way you'll know better on what effected the change. Sounds like a great rig.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 02-27-2014, 10:17 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,426
Posted By Vitaminsea
Thanks for that. Didn't think about the airstream...

Thanks for that. Didn't think about the airstream posted weights as empty figures and how much that would effect hitch weight. I've stocked my storage compartments, drive with full fresh water, and...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 02-25-2014, 10:40 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,426
Posted By Vitaminsea
Different Tongue Weights same size trailers 28' vs 27'

Hi streamers,

I was researching tow weights and hitches but confused on the big difference of hitch weight (tongue, nose, pin) between the 27Fb model verses the 28. That is 770 pounds verses 950...
Forum: Awnings 02-18-2014, 12:01 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,034
Posted By Vitaminsea
Accident on the road - how to secure awning

Many thanks for your support and ideas. I used duct tape on the leading edge to prevent wind getting in the front. The rear arm with the spring tension and the travel lock kept it rolled up easy. And...
Forum: Awnings 02-16-2014, 11:47 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,034
Posted By Vitaminsea
There is only one Z lock or travel lock. It is on...

There is only one Z lock or travel lock. It is on the rear portion.

Thanks.
Forum: Awnings 02-16-2014, 10:57 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,034
Posted By Vitaminsea
Here are a few photos: 205705 205706 ...

Here are a few photos:

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Examining closer today in the daylight, the awning is in good shape except for the missing front arm. The skin is torn from the screws bring ripped...
Forum: Awnings 02-16-2014, 12:03 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,034
Posted By Vitaminsea
Accident on the road - how to secure awning

We (I) had an accident yesterday where I clipped a tree with the front of the main awning bars. It broke the top connect to the awning off and ripped out the awning bar screws from the skin. Tore up...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 12-25-2013, 01:19 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,158
Posted By Vitaminsea
That's a good range for the trailer and the...

That's a good range for the trailer and the lx470. I agree with the other inputs here on size of the airstream for this SUV. Enjoy.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 12-22-2013, 12:27 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,158
Posted By Vitaminsea
What size trailer are you thinking of towing? ...

What size trailer are you thinking of towing?
The lx470 is a great SUV and the air suspension makes it ride great. But it does lower the towing compared to the land cruiser.
Forum: 2011 - 2015 International 11-13-2013, 08:03 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,803
Posted By Vitaminsea
The 2012 had a "green" rating which has LED...

The 2012 had a "green" rating which has LED lighting inside and out and low-VOC materials. Most likely some updates in the third party appliances. Possibly the prewire for solar but not sure. Of...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 10-16-2013, 12:42 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,475
Posted By Vitaminsea
And this is a big marriage saving idea for...

And this is a big marriage saving idea for backing up. (Which would cost even more) ;)

Sounds like you have a good setup. That's along with the other opinions already offered. My jackknife broke a...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 09-26-2013, 10:58 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,060
Posted By Vitaminsea
Have to say that I was surprised on how well the...

Have to say that I was surprised on how well the "lower profile" or shorter sidewall tires work for the truck while towing.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 09-18-2013, 01:13 AM
Replies: 102
Views: 16,419
Posted By Vitaminsea
Good question and good place to ask. I'm very...

Good question and good place to ask. I'm very grateful for the many experienced travelers here.

I have a 2011 Tundra Crewmax 4x2 platinum 5.7 engine and pull a 2012 28' international. The 28' has...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 09-20-2012, 01:05 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,657
Posted By Vitaminsea
Yes, the generator automatically increases RPM...

Yes, the generator automatically increases RPM with load. There are really no settings. Just an on or off switch and the choke. I run it for a minute then turn on the a/c. There are a few seconds...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 09-07-2012, 11:12 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,657
Posted By Vitaminsea
I have the Yamaha 2400 isHC. It's a quite and...

I have the Yamaha 2400 isHC. It's a quite and dependable generator. Did the gas conversion to propane. It can start up and run my 15k btu a/c. It's just by the skin if its teeth but it can start and...
Forum: Exterior Restoration Forum 06-12-2012, 05:19 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 13,515
Posted By Vitaminsea
Vestibule or Mud room outside door

Hi,
I am seeking advice or direction on building an exterior vestibule for the 28' International. I'll be boondocking in a high desert that can be very dusty, windy, and hot. I was thinking of...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 09-12-2011, 10:22 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,639
Posted By Vitaminsea
Day seating

Hi interstate owners,

As a follow up on the seating question, I wonder about using this for day trips with friends. We often go up to Napa Valley for day trips and wine tasting. Could a late or...
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