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Forum: Friends of Dorothy 09-17-2021, 08:44 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,282
Posted By lbdesign
Looks fantastic!

Looks fantastic!
Forum: Full-Timing, Winter Living & Workamping 09-17-2021, 08:38 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 674
Posted By lbdesign
How to sell your Airstream while fulltiming? (advice needed)

Hi all,
I've been fulltiming for 10 years, in 2 different Airstreams. It's time for me to go back to homeownership though.
How would you advise I show and sell my Airstream while still living in...
Forum: Roof Vents, Skylights & Fans 04-13-2019, 02:05 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 8,268
Posted By lbdesign
Thanks for the link! Crazy that the switch is not...

Thanks for the link! Crazy that the switch is not even on the diagram.
I'm glad you got a fan that works.
Forum: Roof Vents, Skylights & Fans 04-11-2019, 01:23 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 8,268
Posted By lbdesign
Hey Bill, I think for the switch to function, it...

Hey Bill, I think for the switch to function, it must either allow or block power to pass, so there is a current involved. Unless I misunderstand you.

FC7039, yes, I guess it will have to get...
Forum: Roof Vents, Skylights & Fans 04-09-2019, 12:43 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 8,268
Posted By lbdesign
Thank you Bill. Yes, I think ultimately the...

Thank you Bill. Yes, I think ultimately the switch will need replacing (or your clever idea of bypassing). Which is the opposite of what the Dometic guy said. I felt the entire conversation he was...
Forum: Roof Vents, Skylights & Fans 04-08-2019, 12:10 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 8,268
Posted By lbdesign
I called Dometic support. The agent said there...

I called Dometic support. The agent said there can be nothing wrong with the switch, and the voltage to the fan must be too low. But he said he could not offer help in troubleshooting or in...
Forum: Roof Vents, Skylights & Fans 04-07-2019, 02:08 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 8,268
Posted By lbdesign
Fantastic Vent plunger switch electrical shorted out?

Can the plunger switch on a Fantastic Vent ever short out?

I have a 2015 model, and the plunger switch that senses the open/close state of the lid routinely needs "exercising" to function. The...
Forum: Awnings 07-18-2018, 12:29 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 21,197
Posted By lbdesign
Definitely agree to let the dealer fix this. From...

Definitely agree to let the dealer fix this. From conversations with techs, I gather that rough edges on openings that the wires travel through are a frequent cause of shorts.

Also, your AS...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 02-26-2018, 11:36 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 9,540
Posted By lbdesign
Airstream has a high list price for these...

Airstream has a high list price for these poorly-designed all-in-one replacement units. They shipped me many via UPS, under warranty, and I replaced them myself. The replacements seem to be holding...
Forum: Exterior Restoration Forum 01-04-2018, 01:39 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,094
Posted By lbdesign
Thanks Peter (and all) I sent new photos off to...

Thanks Peter (and all)
I sent new photos off to the original dealer as a start, since they are 2000 miles closer than Jackson Center. I'm waiting for an answer.

Two new shots attached for your...
Forum: Exterior Restoration Forum 01-01-2018, 11:29 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,094
Posted By lbdesign
This image thing is making me crazy. Trying again...

This image thing is making me crazy. Trying again with attachments, after apparently failing with my webhost. Thanks all for your help and patience.
Forum: Exterior Restoration Forum 12-23-2017, 02:54 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,094
Posted By lbdesign
Apologies for the file problems. The permissions...

Apologies for the file problems. The permissions are fixed and they should be displaying now!
Forum: Exterior Restoration Forum 12-15-2017, 02:55 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,094
Posted By lbdesign
Thanks everyone! I apologize for the images. They...

Thanks everyone! I apologize for the images. They were showing for me when I posted them. Here are direct links to try:

https://www.lbdesign.com/filez/airstreamrepairs/airstream-scratch-1.jpg...
Forum: Exterior Restoration Forum 12-13-2017, 01:00 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,094
Posted By lbdesign
How to attach a value to this exterior damage?

So, this damage happened. I don't know what to ask the landlord for compensation.
The place I'm parked decided to dig a trench behind me, a few inches from my bumper (to repair the park's...
Forum: Awnings 06-10-2017, 12:48 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 21,197
Posted By lbdesign
When mine failed to retract, I did use the jump...

When mine failed to retract, I did use the jump cables direct to the house battery to force it to retract. That worked.

After replacing the motherboard, it still didn't work. But eventually, it...
Forum: Awnings 05-09-2017, 01:21 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 21,197
Posted By lbdesign
An update on this: Replacing the motherboard,...

An update on this:
Replacing the motherboard, a good rest, and a series of resets (open/close), and now it's operating correctly again.
But I'm gonna keep an eye on it, and maybe "exercise" it a...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 05-04-2017, 09:49 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,581
Posted By lbdesign
Fantastic! Thanks Lew! Can hardly wait to try...

Fantastic! Thanks Lew!
Can hardly wait to try the AC tomorrow!
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 05-04-2017, 08:28 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,581
Posted By lbdesign
Sorry, it was not allowing images from my server....

Sorry, it was not allowing images from my server.

Could this be the probe? There is a wrinkle/gap in the fins up in there where a probe might have been inserted, held in only by friction?
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 05-04-2017, 07:32 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,581
Posted By lbdesign
One other possible bit of info: I'm parked in...

One other possible bit of info:
I'm parked in full sun. When it's 82° inside and I turn the AC on, it's still just 70° outside. Could it be too cool outside for proper AC function?
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 05-04-2017, 07:30 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,581
Posted By lbdesign
Thank you! it's a total rat's nest of wires up in...

Thank you! it's a total rat's nest of wires up in the ceiling, between the pretty intake covers that hide the mess, and the AC unit. I was surprised to find so many electrical wires criss-crossing...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 05-04-2017, 04:01 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,581
Posted By lbdesign
AC icing up

I'm hoping for some perspectives on what's going wrong with my AC, which is icing up. Here are the details.

Last summer, it worked great. It's a 2015, ducted, and last summer was my first season...
Forum: Upholstery, Blinds, Walls & Interior Finishes 01-30-2017, 05:10 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 22,017
Posted By lbdesign
What does Airstream use for the cushions inside...

What does Airstream use for the cushions inside their ultraleather sofa cushions? Whatever they use does not last. It's time for me to upgrade all the seating cushion interiors, and I want to be sure...
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 01-30-2017, 05:03 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,585
Posted By lbdesign
Hot water in the cold water lines?

I'm curious about something I've noticed for years. On two different Airstreams, when I turn on the hot water heater, I get hot water out of the cold water taps. If I keep them running, eventually I...
Forum: Eddie Bauer - All Models 01-30-2017, 02:05 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,590
Posted By lbdesign
I bought a new paint scraper per JPAS' advice to...

I bought a new paint scraper per JPAS' advice to try a putty knife. It was very sharp and it worked! Thank you!
(this is on getting a tool under the outer lip of the puck light collars)
And...
Forum: Eddie Bauer - All Models 01-27-2017, 01:17 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,590
Posted By lbdesign
Several of my Airstream-original surface-mount...

Several of my Airstream-original surface-mount LED puck lights (like over the kitchen sink) on my 2015 are burning out. Airstream sent me replacements. But I cannot get under the metal edge to pry...
Forum: Awnings 10-21-2016, 12:01 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 21,197
Posted By lbdesign
BAB, Thank you! I hope it's the motherboard (mine...

BAB, Thank you! I hope it's the motherboard (mine is a red dot marked 11/14) and not the motors. That would be an easier swap-out than motor replacement.
I am in that unfortunate situation with the...
Forum: Awnings 10-18-2016, 11:23 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 21,197
Posted By lbdesign
I spoke to a very nice guy at Zip Dee today, as...

I spoke to a very nice guy at Zip Dee today, as well as a tech at the dealership I purchased it from. It's still not working. My next step, per the Zip Dee guy, is to literally get jumper cables and...
Forum: Awnings 10-18-2016, 02:14 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 21,197
Posted By lbdesign
I agree. I would not have chosen this Relax, but...

I agree. I would not have chosen this Relax, but it came bundled on an otherwise perfect-for-me model. The manuals may be a pain in other respects, but they don't get stuck half-in and half-out. ...
Forum: Awnings 10-17-2016, 07:47 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 21,197
Posted By lbdesign
I've operated mine about 6 times during the first...

I've operated mine about 6 times during the first year of ownership (in month 13 of ownership now). It just ground to a halt and froze up while trying to close it. ZipDee's web site has no...
Forum: Dehumidifiers & Ozone Generators 09-18-2016, 10:42 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 16,283
Posted By lbdesign
They are ideal for living in the trailer, because...

They are ideal for living in the trailer, because they are silent, unlike noisy compressor-based dehumidifiers. Read the reviews on Amazon.
Forum: Dehumidifiers & Ozone Generators 09-18-2016, 01:19 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 16,283
Posted By lbdesign
I've been very happy with my dessicant...

I've been very happy with my dessicant dehumidifier. Especially good in colder weather because it throws a little heat, and is more efficient in the cold. I bought this one, but Amazon shows it as...
Forum: Vintage Kin 08-21-2016, 10:39 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 10,399
Posted By lbdesign
I can't speak to Avions, but I can tell you when...

I can't speak to Avions, but I can tell you when I sold my 11-yr-old Airstream, I got high offers for it, no haggling, and many compliments because I kept it in original condition and...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 05-20-2016, 05:01 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 9,540
Posted By lbdesign
Dan at LED4RV.com responded very quickly and said...

Dan at LED4RV.com responded very quickly and said these Airstream LED lights have about a 10% failure rate in the first year. So I'm bumping up against that, with two more lamps starting to flicker....
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 05-05-2016, 02:28 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 9,540
Posted By lbdesign
msmoto, thank you. I agree —*in my last AS, which...

msmoto, thank you. I agree —*in my last AS, which was halogen that I converted to LED with aftermarket LED G4 elements, I had no problems. It's doubly vexing because these factory fixtures do not...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 05-03-2016, 11:50 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 9,540
Posted By lbdesign
I don't know. Can you post a pic or two? How many...

I don't know. Can you post a pic or two? How many LED elements are in each one? In mine there are 9 elements —*3 triangular groups of 3 LEDs, almost like 3 flower petals.

All of my ceiling lights...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 05-03-2016, 02:24 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 9,540
Posted By lbdesign
You know, all the fixtures that are failing are...

You know, all the fixtures that are failing are in switched circuits where there are only two lamps. The sets of 4 or 6 or 8 are not failing (yet).
Could it be from too much voltage, and the larger...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 05-01-2016, 11:35 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 9,540
Posted By lbdesign
Unfortunately, it is not like a halogen fixture...

Unfortunately, it is not like a halogen fixture that a LED G4 retrofit plugs into. There is no G4 receptacle in these fixtures. The LED element screws onto the fixture, and is hardwired in. They are...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 05-01-2016, 02:04 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 9,540
Posted By lbdesign
Switz, if there was a facebook-style "Like"...

Switz, if there was a facebook-style "Like" button, I'd click it.
I've already had emergency plumbing work done. And upgraded some of the other cheap electronic components. And replaced the...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 04-30-2016, 11:53 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 9,540
Posted By lbdesign
Thanks guys. I'm just back from Home Depot with...

Thanks guys. I'm just back from Home Depot with screw-down caps. I'm going to try again to de-crimp the existing caps, because these LED fixtures appear to be so unreliable that I anticipate having...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 04-29-2016, 08:17 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 9,540
Posted By lbdesign
On my 2015 (which also has multiple lamp...

On my 2015 (which also has multiple lamp failures), the LED element is hardwired into the fixture, so only replacing the entire fixture is an option.
The replacement fixtures I received from AS...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 04-19-2016, 12:40 AM
Replies: 405
Views: 113,243
Posted By lbdesign
I had a 2004 22' CCD with that wonderful layout...

I had a 2004 22' CCD with that wonderful layout that I bought used. The frame had already been reinforced at the factory and I had no trouble with the frame at all.
I did have that bumper leak and...
Forum: Plumbing - Systems & Fixtures 02-11-2016, 02:16 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 16,680
Posted By lbdesign
Thanks everybody. I've had 3 plumbing leaks in 3...

Thanks everybody. I've had 3 plumbing leaks in 3 months of original ownership -- all from sloppy workmanship (luckily I was in the trailer and caught them all at onset when they occurred). And as...
Forum: Plumbing - Systems & Fixtures 02-09-2016, 11:03 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 16,680
Posted By lbdesign
I don't do any repairs myself, but I can tell you...

I don't do any repairs myself, but I can tell you that the little PEX-branded copper crimp bands that Airstream is using now: they allow leaks. I'm catching leaks after only 3 months of ownership....
Forum: Our Community 01-16-2016, 10:42 PM
Replies: 8,050
Views: 1,967,453
Posted By lbdesign
https://www.lbdesign.com/filez/faucet/15688.jpg ...

https://www.lbdesign.com/filez/faucet/15688.jpg

It's from Mattressinsider.com. Great price, great mattress. The last time I bought one from them, the smell dissipated in 2 days or so. It could be...
Forum: Plumbing - Systems & Fixtures 12-29-2015, 01:27 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,647
Posted By lbdesign
Ugh, Bob so sorry about that. You're right, your...

Ugh, Bob so sorry about that. You're right, your bathroom leak is worse!

I'm getting Abe Hernandez of RV Mobile Service 2U to help me with this. Until he comes, I put a water alarm under the...
Forum: Plumbing - Systems & Fixtures 12-28-2015, 02:53 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,647
Posted By lbdesign
kitchen water filter fitting leak

I heard a clicking or dripping sound today. Long story short, I found a drip where indicated here at one of the fittings on the mess'o'pex that exists to hold a water filter. (I think I caught it...
Forum: Our Community 12-26-2015, 11:03 PM
Replies: 8,050
Views: 1,967,453
Posted By lbdesign
I'm loving my new dehumidifier. It's...

I'm loving my new dehumidifier. It's whisper-quiet and very effective in cold weather. It does not use a compressor, so it works well in cold spaces, which is where compressor models fail. It's...
Forum: Full-Timing, Winter Living & Workamping 12-13-2015, 10:58 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,838
Posted By lbdesign
Thanks all. Yes, I have used an electric kettle...

Thanks all. Yes, I have used an electric kettle for dishes, face, and even hair in the past. And it also apparently works for tea. That was especially true when I had a wet bath that made showers...
Forum: Full-Timing, Winter Living & Workamping 12-13-2015, 07:27 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,838
Posted By lbdesign
being frugal with hot water — best ways to manage hot water cost

Has anyone here with more science or analytical skills than me done an analysis of breakeven points for managing hot water?
What I mean is, if you look at the energy cost to fully heat the 6-gal...
Forum: Full-Timing, Winter Living & Workamping 12-01-2015, 07:25 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,127
Posted By lbdesign
Silver Goose, that would be brilliant! They do...

Silver Goose, that would be brilliant! They do not consider full timers or serious winter campers in the design. Admittedly, it would add weight and expense to do so.
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