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Forum: On The Road... 04-11-2018, 12:05 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,341
Posted By GailMac
Palo Duro Canyon/TEXAS Play.

I was there with family June 1996 and got to see the play "TEXAS" a Musical Romance of Panhandle History and it was great. The most successful outdoor musical drama production in the nation and seats...
Forum: 2016 - Current Classic (all lengths) 02-08-2018, 11:16 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,395
Posted By GailMac
Well I don't understand the answer because my...

Well I don't understand the answer because my friend that I camp with every month is able to record in his camper by using the winegard that sets outside his camper and it will work on both DirecTV...
Forum: 2016 - Current Classic (all lengths) 02-06-2018, 04:34 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,395
Posted By GailMac
I don't think you can record or pause with a dish...

I don't think you can record or pause with a dish receiver that is not in your house without paying for a second receiver and paying the full prices. With DirecTV you can pay just $7.00 per month...
Forum: Full-Timing 12-09-2017, 12:34 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 12,849
Posted By GailMac
Full time in AS with 3 kids

What are your options if it does not work out. Suggest you rent a camper and pickup for a few weeks before you make the jump and finance an Airstream and a pickup truck. I love my AS but did most of...
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 09-30-2017, 04:15 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 17,631
Posted By GailMac
You are doing a fantastic job Pete. Looks better...

You are doing a fantastic job Pete. Looks better than a new one. Bet you get lots of great comments while traveling. Please keep up posted.
Forum: On The Road... 09-25-2017, 11:39 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,988
Posted By GailMac
Was there a year ago this month but was so sad to...

Was there a year ago this month but was so sad to see all the very large pine trees missing from the fires. The young one are really coming along very good. Will give it another visit in 2018. Bubba...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 09-23-2017, 01:26 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,054
Posted By GailMac
Glad everything worked out great for y'all. Now...

Glad everything worked out great for y'all. Now go out and enjoy your new toy because its not worth a dime if you don't use it. I'm retired and able to use it on short trips once a month and able...
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 09-10-2017, 02:53 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 17,631
Posted By GailMac
Your AS is looking great. Lots of work but you...

Your AS is looking great. Lots of work but you will get lots of good comments once you hit the road with it. Mac
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 09-02-2017, 11:38 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 17,631
Posted By GailMac
Ref Re-Pete comment: Individuals that did my AS...

Ref Re-Pete comment: Individuals that did my AS also does big rig tanker trucks & does an outstanding job for about 1/4 of the price and only takes 2 or 3 days. Please let us know your cost and total...
Forum: Our Community 08-14-2017, 03:25 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,139
Posted By GailMac
All state parks in TX will handle large campers...

All state parks in TX will handle large campers and CoE that I have been to. You will have two dozen state parks & CoE within 200 miles of Austin. I'm out there every month & been to most of the...
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 08-12-2017, 02:27 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 17,631
Posted By GailMac
Polishing Airstream

Also, you can get lots of good free information from "The Swift Museum Foundation, Inc" that polishes Airplanes. You can get a DVD Video from them that's very helpful. E-mail them at...
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 08-12-2017, 08:42 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 17,631
Posted By GailMac
Smile No only that but they told me to bring it back in...

No only that but they told me to bring it back in four (4) weeks and they would go over it again very lightly without charge. I also plan on letting them go over it once a year just to keep it in...
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 08-10-2017, 08:37 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 17,631
Posted By GailMac
Polishing My Airstream

Just had my 1977 Airstream polished for $550.00 and it looks great. They did it in one week and with 2 miles of my house. Yes, I'm a happy camper. If your AS need polishing give "1SHINE+", High...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 07-27-2017, 12:16 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 7,018
Posted By GailMac
I tow with a 2013 F-150 Ecoboost 3.5 V6 Supercab...

I tow with a 2013 F-150 Ecoboost 3.5 V6 Supercab 6-SPD 3.73 RR Axle and get right at 12 mpg pulling a 1977 25' AS @ 60 mph in no wind condition and really enjoy the vehicle. Only have 27,000 miles...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 06-14-2017, 01:18 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,417
Posted By GailMac
I pull my1977 25' AS with a 2013 F-150 4X2...

I pull my1977 25' AS with a 2013 F-150 4X2 Supercab Ecoboost 3.5L V6 that I ordered from the factory with tow package and it works great. Get 12 mpg with no wind. I'm out there once a month every...
Forum: On The Road... 04-27-2017, 06:57 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,563
Posted By GailMac
I polished mine sometime ago in Texas State Park...

I polished mine sometime ago in Texas State Park without any problem and it needs polishing again. Would like to find someone in the San Antonio area that would like the job.
Forum: Wheels, Hubs & Bearings 04-10-2017, 06:43 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 13,304
Posted By GailMac
I lost a wheel on a fifth wheel camper about 6...

I lost a wheel on a fifth wheel camper about 6 years ago and now I check lugs and tire pressure before every trip. Don't want to do that again.
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 03-26-2017, 12:28 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,873
Posted By GailMac
Congratulation on your new AS. The more you use...

Congratulation on your new AS. The more you use it the more you will enjoy it.
Forum: 2016 - Current Classic (all lengths) 03-24-2017, 12:14 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,946
Posted By GailMac
PCSKIER gives good advise. 60 is a good speed...

PCSKIER gives good advise. 60 is a good speed and get you there safe. Enjoy your new AS and the ride. Love the advise about 2 A/C units (EU2000s) from VaTravelers. I have a Honda EM3800SX but its...
Forum: Exterior Restoration Forum 02-27-2017, 01:37 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,485
Posted By GailMac
You will need a Cyclo Dual Head Orbital Polisher....

You will need a Cyclo Dual Head Orbital Polisher. E-mail: swiftlychs@aol.com. The Swift Museum Foundation, Inc The aircraft co can send you a great DVD on polishing. Phone: 423-745-9547. :)
Forum: Tow Vehicles 02-09-2017, 05:02 PM
Replies: 170
Views: 29,166
Posted By GailMac
Great Truck. Think you will really enjoy it. I...

Great Truck. Think you will really enjoy it. I pulls my 25' AS with a 2013 F-150 Super Cab Ecoboost 3.5L V6 and get 12 to 14 mpg pulling. May upgrade to a 2018 Crew Cab next year but I only have...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 01-07-2017, 12:31 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,207
Posted By GailMac
One of the best parks in TX is Goliad S.P. Full...

One of the best parks in TX is Goliad S.P. Full hook up, pull thru and not to fire from the coast. Be sure to make reservations.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 09-04-2016, 05:47 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,382
Posted By GailMac
:)I pull a 25' AS with my 2013 3.5 SuperCab...

:)I pull a 25' AS with my 2013 3.5 SuperCab EcoBoost 3.37 Axle and it does an great job with no problems. Can top the hills in TX at just about any speed. GailMac
Forum: On The Road... 08-23-2016, 03:22 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,480
Posted By GailMac
Sorry I missed you there at Pedernales Falls S.P....

Sorry I missed you there at Pedernales Falls S.P. I'll be there tomorrow (24th for 3 nights. Been there several time and love the park.
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 08-21-2016, 01:33 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 10,582
Posted By GailMac
Hope I'm posting this in the right place. It's...

Hope I'm posting this in the right place. It's been some time since I posted anything.
I use my AS once a month but most of my travel is within TX. I am retired and have the time and really...
Forum: Insurance & Claims 04-30-2016, 10:36 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 32,983
Posted By GailMac
I live just down the road from you and have my...

I live just down the road from you and have my home, car, truck plus my 1977 AS insured by Liberty Mutual. You can't beat there price or service......bet you a dollar to a donut. Give Christine...
Forum: On The Road... 03-01-2016, 05:13 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,819
Posted By GailMac
I was raised in WV (Smithburg & West Union -...

I was raised in WV (Smithburg & West Union - Doddridge County) and went to school there and still have relatives there. Its a beautiful state. You need to check out North Bend State Park and their...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 02-26-2016, 09:24 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,380
Posted By GailMac
I also use a small battery trickle charger & it...

I also use a small battery trickle charger & it works great if you have 120vac. Got mine at the Academy.
Forum: On The Road... 01-04-2016, 12:12 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,505
Posted By GailMac
I've been to all those listed above and they are...

I've been to all those listed above and they are great parks. Lake Mineral Wells S.P. is very good with a Rail Trail that you can bike or walk on from Weatherford to Mineral Wells that's 20 miles...
Forum: Airstream History 12-05-2015, 01:21 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,394
Posted By GailMac
I tow my 1977 25' AS (twin beds) with a F-150 1/2...

I tow my 1977 25' AS (twin beds) with a F-150 1/2 ton (tow package) EcoBoost 3.5 V6. Book states max loaded trailer wt rating is 11,300 lbs. and pay load of 3060.
Forum: Steps 12-03-2015, 10:53 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,302
Posted By GailMac
I had the same problem and my AS dealer ordered...

I had the same problem and my AS dealer ordered the part and fixed it but it cost me an arm and a leg. Maybe because they put in a new door lock also.
Forum: On The Road... 12-01-2015, 04:05 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,540
Posted By GailMac
Check out Kerrville City Park. It started out as...

Check out Kerrville City Park. It started out as a State Park. Full-Hookups, Pull Through, By Guadalupe River or West Side (Deer Field Loop), (830) 257-5392. Near H.E.B. and Wall-Mart. Be sure to...
Forum: On The Road... 11-29-2015, 12:59 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,540
Posted By GailMac
Spent Thanksgiving at Lockhart State Park with...

Spent Thanksgiving at Lockhart State Park with family and friends and had camp fire three nights. Did drive back to Cibolo to join daughters for a great dinner. The park was full but I was the only...
Forum: Trailer Values 11-18-2015, 06:23 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,610
Posted By GailMac
The price is right. You never pay to much for an...

The price is right. You never pay to much for an AS if you enjoy and use it. I use mine every month and really like the state parks and US Army Corps of Engineers and their facilities. (25' Land...
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 10-15-2015, 10:53 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,122
Posted By GailMac
Had same problem. Try using cook stove first...

Had same problem. Try using cook stove first then give heater another try. That will get air out of line and permit furnace to light. My AS is a little older so may be set up difference. Use a...
Forum: On The Road... 10-13-2015, 05:56 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,655
Posted By GailMac
Was there in 1998 and really enjoyed everything. ...

Was there in 1998 and really enjoyed everything. Stayed at American RV Park there in Albuquerque and took the bus down to the Balloon Fiesta. Would like to go again. Very nice pictures. Thanks...
Forum: On The Road... 10-06-2015, 07:17 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,300
Posted By GailMac
Great time for camping but it's still a little...

Great time for camping but it's still a little warm here in South Texas. Just the same I'll be out there for a short trip Oct 16th and again in Nov. Enjoy your Airstream.............that's what...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 09-29-2015, 03:26 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,810
Posted By GailMac
Hope you enjoy your Airstream as much as I do...

Hope you enjoy your Airstream as much as I do mine. Got it the second time in Oct 2009 and been out there 69 times since then. Most of my trips are to State Parks and US Army Corps of Engineers. ...
Forum: On The Road... 09-08-2015, 11:47 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,672
Posted By GailMac
Never been to Sampson State Park Geneva, NY but...

Never been to Sampson State Park Geneva, NY but would like to hear about it. Did go through Air Force Basic Military Training there in July 1954. Remember it was real cold there in October from the...
Forum: On The Road... 08-31-2015, 11:59 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,845
Posted By GailMac
Went from San Antonio, TX to Parkersburg, WV...

Went from San Antonio, TX to Parkersburg, WV years ago and stayed in State Parks and US Army Corps of Engineers Parks and had a great trip. Give it a try.
Forum: On The Road... 08-30-2015, 12:28 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 13,051
Posted By GailMac
They have good food but no place to set down and...

They have good food but no place to set down and eat your food. Got to take it with you and eat it in your RV or vehicle.
Forum: Electronics & Connectivity 08-19-2015, 12:29 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 12,480
Posted By GailMac
Check out "Swift Hitch Camera". Free Shipping. I...

Check out "Swift Hitch Camera". Free Shipping. I bought one for my son-in-law to hook up his trailer and truck and it works great. Think maybe it would work for your AS also. Its wireless with...
Forum: Dollars & Cents 08-17-2015, 03:03 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,669
Posted By GailMac
Better keep it. My story. I got a 1977 25' AS...

Better keep it. My story. I got a 1977 25' AS in 1988 and sold it in 1996 and bought a 1968 Mooney Ranger Aircraft and sold it in 2000. Selling both was a big mistake. Was able to locate my old...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 06-08-2015, 05:07 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 16,038
Posted By GailMac
I pull my 25' AS with a F-150 EcoBoost Super Cab...

I pull my 25' AS with a F-150 EcoBoost Super Cab with a tow package and built in brake controller and love the backup camera. Carry all I need in the bed with a roll up and lock cover. Pay load is...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 06-06-2015, 08:43 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,281
Posted By GailMac
I had the same problems with my AS when I bought...

I had the same problems with my AS when I bought a new 1993 F-250. I took the truck & AS to a trailer sales shop & they changed the 7 way plug on the AS and it worked just fine. Since then I have...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 06-05-2015, 04:54 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,801
Posted By GailMac
I had a Ranger extended cab and it was great for...

I had a Ranger extended cab and it was great for light work but would not try to pull my 25' AS with it. I pulled that with a 1-Ton F-350 Diesel crew cab but down sized to a F-150 Super Crew...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 06-02-2015, 09:11 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,833
Posted By GailMac
Check out the history of Ford 3.5L eco-boost...

Check out the history of Ford 3.5L eco-boost engine. Be sure to read the wide range of testing, 163k miles. Now do you want another brand!
Forum: Tow Vehicles 06-01-2015, 04:45 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,833
Posted By GailMac
My book states that the 2013 F-150 EcoBoost Super...

My book states that the 2013 F-150 EcoBoost Super Cab "Max Trailer Tow Package" can tow 11, 300 lbs.
Forum: Audio, Video & TV 05-23-2015, 02:09 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 10,343
Posted By GailMac
Lazrus

I use DirecTV & a tripod. Take a home receiver (non HD) with you & there's no additional cost. I can still get local channels if I'm within 200 miles from home. If you only camp a few times per...
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 05-21-2015, 03:53 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,078
Posted By GailMac
Where is the best place in San Antonio, TX area...

Where is the best place in San Antonio, TX area to get your Airstream polished.
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