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Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing Yesterday, 06:16 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 322
Posted By Castaway
No one here has used an auto detailer?

No one here has used an auto detailer?
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 04-22-2024, 08:07 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 322
Posted By Castaway
Who does your exterior detailing?

I am looking for someone to detail the outside of our 25' FC, I would like them to wash, wax and buff, would an auto detailer be a good choice, or is an Airstream surface to fragile for the equipment...
Forum: WBCCI Forum 01-15-2024, 07:41 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 10,941
Posted By Castaway
What is included in the packages? I saw no...

What is included in the packages? I saw no mention of entertainment or any meals provided.
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 12-19-2023, 12:34 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,081
Posted By Castaway
You are right about Airstream support being...

You are right about Airstream support being helpful. I live 30 miles from JC and one of the support guys lives 2 miles from me, I have had him come over and work on the Flying Cloud several times
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 12-18-2023, 12:51 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,081
Posted By Castaway
Turns out I have a bad solenoid for the...

Turns out I have a bad solenoid for the USE?\Disconnect switch, I am told by Airstream that it is an easy fix.

Thanks for all of the help and comments


Gary
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 12-15-2023, 10:44 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,081
Posted By Castaway
Update

all of the 12v fuses in the power distribution panel and the 2 40A fuses on my converter are OK
The Lithium battery reads 11.9 volts with shore power NOT PLUGGED IN
and 11.9 WHEN SHORE POWER is...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 12-14-2023, 05:47 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,081
Posted By Castaway
I did check the voltage and it was 11.95

I did check the voltage and it was 11.95
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 12-14-2023, 03:01 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,081
Posted By Castaway
Oops, what did I do?

While removing my LIPO4 battery from the trailer I accidently dropped the Positive terminal onto the Negative terminal while it was still attached to the battery and sparks happened. When I reattach...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 10-26-2023, 04:55 PM
Replies: 407
Views: 74,581
Posted By Castaway
And your source for this information is???????

And your source for this information is???????
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 08-08-2023, 04:36 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 717
Posted By Castaway
Go to the local hardware and buy a new bumper...

Go to the local hardware and buy a new bumper piece, then glue in with either SuperGlue or a Poxy
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 07-02-2023, 02:05 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 740
Posted By Castaway
I would put some clear silicone under the head...

I would put some clear silicone under the head and push it back in while keeping a lookout for any others that may be loose.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 06-22-2023, 06:59 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,461
Posted By Castaway
Why in the He)) would any one pull a trailer 80...

Why in the He)) would any one pull a trailer 80 MPH, do you not care about the rest of us out on the highways?
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 06-16-2023, 03:58 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 652
Posted By Castaway
Use silicone to hold the spacer in place

Use silicone to hold the spacer in place
Forum: Tow Vehicles 06-01-2023, 09:55 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,225
Posted By Castaway
How long have you been driving, how many pickups...

How long have you been driving, how many pickups have you owned, and how many of those were TVs? I have owned 5 1/2 ton pickups, 1998 F150, 2010 Ram Bighorn 1500, 2014 Ram Bighorn 1500, 2019 Ram 1500...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 05-16-2023, 05:04 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 14,459
Posted By Castaway
If your GVRW is 7350 and your gross vehicle...

If your GVRW is 7350 and your gross vehicle weight is 6420 wouldn't your payload be 930 lbs? What is your total passenger weight? Our 25 ft Flying cloud adds 800 lbs to the total axel weights when...
Forum: Full-Timing 05-07-2023, 01:27 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,867
Posted By Castaway
I agree completely, Did the OP not have...

I agree completely, Did the OP not have insurance?

I never understood why the government helps out in a disaster such a flooding that affects many homes but do nothing if its only 1 home. Or when...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 05-04-2023, 04:10 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,400
Posted By Castaway
I have the 1260 CL , it has 2 places on the side,...

I have the 1260 CL , it has 2 places on the side, 1 has 3 stage / fixed output and 1 adj 13 - 16.5 VDC
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 05-04-2023, 02:35 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,400
Posted By Castaway
Boondocker converter and LiFePo4 battery

When I switched from Lead acid to LiFePo4 battery, I made no changes to the converter and the voltmeter at the converter read 14.6 and 13.5 at the battery. After about an hour the converter read 13.7...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 04-23-2023, 01:43 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,531
Posted By Castaway
Making the switch to lithium questions

I am going to install LiTime 12V 100Ah MINI LiFePO4 Lithium Battery in my 2012 FC with a Boondocker 1260 Cl converter. I talked to Kevin ( who lives down the road from me) from Airstream Customer...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 04-14-2023, 06:09 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 7,797
Posted By Castaway
I set it up and had no problems, Airstream...

I set it up and had no problems, Airstream connected after going through the prompts with no measurement's required.



Gary
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 04-12-2023, 09:42 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 7,797
Posted By Castaway
First time Using Ford Trailer Backup Assistance

I remember reading about difficulties using the checkered stickers with the Ford Back-up assist. Has anyone gotten this to work? If so could you please share what if any modifications that you needed...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-21-2023, 07:45 PM
Replies: 407
Views: 74,581
Posted By Castaway
So far about of a third of those voting have said...

So far about of a third of those voting have said that they do not worry about over loading, so I take that as they think it is OK to not follow the manufacturers recommendations.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-21-2023, 07:38 PM
Replies: 407
Views: 74,581
Posted By Castaway
No, FASTER trucks are more dangerous and those...

No, FASTER trucks are more dangerous and those with bigger trucks have commented on how they feel safe at higher speeds.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-19-2023, 06:44 AM
Replies: 407
Views: 74,581
Posted By Castaway
I am curious about payload because most of the...

I am curious about payload because most of the dealers have no idea what I am talking about, they always tell me the tow capacity. I am finding out that quite a few RV's also do not understand why...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-18-2023, 06:21 AM
Replies: 407
Views: 74,581
Posted By Castaway
My wife and I have the same concerns. in today's...

My wife and I have the same concerns. in today's litigious culture it seems irresponsible to knowingly drive an overloaded vehicle
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-17-2023, 06:07 PM
Replies: 407
Views: 74,581
Posted By Castaway
How concerned are you about your trucks payload

I have spent the last month looking at ACTUAL PAYLOADS for a Ford F150 Lariat, the largest that I have found is around 1650 lbs. We pull a 25ft FC with front twins and our tongue weight is around 950...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 02-12-2023, 04:44 PM
Replies: 753
Views: 108,558
Posted By Castaway
Well said

Well said
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 02-12-2023, 04:33 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 5,817
Posted By Castaway
Would you please tell me what F150 you have , and...

Would you please tell me what F150 you have , and what options? We went to a dealer today with nearly 2 dozen 2023 F150's and the largest payload on the lot was 1500 lbs. the Platinum levels were...
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 01-03-2023, 04:36 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 624
Posted By Castaway
Fresh Water filling from City water inlet

Shortly after hooking up the city water I noticed that there was a trickle of water coming from the fresh water overflow. I am certain that the FW tank was empty. Could I have a bad check valve in...
Forum: Plumbing - Systems & Fixtures 11-13-2022, 05:51 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,701
Posted By Castaway
So you need to remove the fridge each winter to...

So you need to remove the fridge each winter to open the valves to blow out the lines?
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 10-31-2022, 07:03 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 22,169
Posted By Castaway
Which wire would that be, and would disconnect...

Which wire would that be, and would disconnect from the busbar in trailer?

Gary
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 10-27-2022, 08:31 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 22,169
Posted By Castaway
Please correct me if I am wrong but this is what...

Please correct me if I am wrong but this is what I think I understand about DC-DC chargers.
1. If I have my Li-Ion batteries fully charged before traveling the batteries will not be drawing power...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 10-25-2022, 10:48 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 733
Posted By Castaway
On our 2012 FC it is also under the curb side...

On our 2012 FC it is also under the curb side bed( we have twins) I believe the inline fuse holder was red.

Gary
Forum: Winterizing, Storage, Carports & Covers 10-12-2022, 08:25 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,539
Posted By Castaway
I use vegetable oil in the toilet, pour about 1/4...

I use vegetable oil in the toilet, pour about 1/4 cup in and open and close the seal a couple of times to lubricate and then add another 1/2 cup and let lit in there until spring.
Forum: 2009-2015 Flying Cloud 09-03-2022, 06:00 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 245
Posted By Castaway
2012 battery box size

I am unable to get to my AS to measure the battery box. If someone could be so kind and measure theirs I would appreciate it. I am wanting to switch to lithium and need to know how tall it can be.
...
Forum: 2009-2015 Flying Cloud 09-03-2022, 05:42 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 517
Posted By Castaway
2012 Battery box dimensions

I am thinking about switching to Lithium batteries but am unsure if they will fit in the battery box. At this time I am unable to get to my AS, so I am unable to measure the height of the box to see...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 08-17-2022, 04:57 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,867
Posted By Castaway
I am definitely not the grammar police, I just...

I am definitely not the grammar police, I just like to read things that make sense.
Like the OP said, just read what you have typed before hitting submit.

PS I had to make 3 changes to the above...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 08-03-2022, 06:46 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,338
Posted By Castaway
Go to your local hardware and by some metal...

Go to your local hardware and by some metal screen with small openings and make your own. Quicker cheaper and you know it will fit
Forum: Community Polls 05-25-2022, 08:09 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 6,155
Posted By Castaway
Why does this site or any site need a "LIKE"...

Why does this site or any site need a "LIKE" button? Are the egos here so fragile that we cannot go a day with positive afirmation? I no longer go on Facebook because 50% of the posts are from peolpe...
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 04-14-2022, 03:10 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,268
Posted By Castaway
I cut off the shower end of the hose and replaced...

I cut off the shower end of the hose and replaced it with a male end , that way when I need to flush out the black tank I can screw the hose onto it and turn on the water. I then put a female end on...
Forum: General Interior Topics 03-31-2022, 04:25 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,776
Posted By Castaway
$ 5.00 clock from Walmart attched using a 3M...

$ 5.00 clock from Walmart attched using a 3M hanger, remove when traveling
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 03-22-2022, 04:29 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,092
Posted By Castaway
After looking closer where the wires terminate I...

After looking closer where the wires terminate I decided that the job was above my paygrade. I live close to Jackson Center and know one of the service guys who has agreed to replace the cord for me....
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 03-20-2022, 06:43 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,092
Posted By Castaway
I need to replace the7 Pin cord from the TV to the trailer

Our 7 pin cord on our 2012 25' Flying Cloud came loose and drug for about 2 miles before we notice and was destroyed. Can anyone give me some guidence on replacing it?
Forum: Stoves, Ovens & Microwaves 03-18-2022, 07:39 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,098
Posted By Castaway
Do all Air Fryers get hot on the outside ?

Do all Air Fryers get hot on the outside ?
Forum: On The Road... 03-10-2022, 04:44 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,329
Posted By Castaway
The link does not seem to work

The link does not seem to work
Forum: Refrigerators 02-24-2022, 05:24 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 16,928
Posted By Castaway
We had this problem and did a reset by holding in...

We had this problem and did a reset by holding in the Temp set button and then the on/off button.

The fan started working so we knew that it worked
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 02-09-2022, 06:27 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,218
Posted By Castaway
Whenever it gets cold enough to disconnect the...

Whenever it gets cold enough to disconnect the water lines I unhook the hose from the trailer and open the softener , this allows air to escape if/when freezing occurs. As long as there is no...
Forum: Audio, Video & TV 01-04-2022, 05:47 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,700
Posted By Castaway
Rich, great idea I never would have that to do...

Rich, great idea I never would have that to do that.



Gary
Forum: Audio, Video & TV 01-04-2022, 05:46 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,700
Posted By Castaway
Jeff Unfortunately there is no extra coax to...

Jeff
Unfortunately there is no extra coax to the batwing, but thanks for the suggestion

Gary
Forum: Audio, Video & TV 01-04-2022, 03:20 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,700
Posted By Castaway
I went back on the roof today to look at where...

I went back on the roof today to look at where the coax screws into the batwing, I found that the male end of the coax was missing, looks like moisture got in there and it rusted off, so I need to...
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