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Forum: The Rally Zone 09-03-2014, 04:36 AM
Replies: 517
Views: 48,334
Posted By kiddoc1
Need to cancel

I will have to cancel going to the Fall Alumilina rally. We just bought a new house and will be moving that weekend. I have not yet cancelled my spot at the campground. Can I do this in a way that...
Forum: The Rally Zone 04-10-2014, 05:46 AM
Replies: 517
Views: 48,334
Posted By kiddoc1
We have just reserved Spot 4. Arriving Thursday...

We have just reserved Spot 4. Arriving Thursday and leaving Monday.
Forum: Member Introductions 04-10-2014, 04:58 AM
Replies: 6
Hi
Views: 735
Posted By kiddoc1
So what's stopping you?

So what's stopping you?
Forum: On The Road... 03-30-2014, 06:07 AM
Replies: 963
Views: 155,332
Posted By kiddoc1
At the US Army Corps of Engineers Petersburg...

At the US Army Corps of Engineers Petersburg Campground near Augusta Georgia. What a great camp. Very large sites, right on the water, with electric and water service. Ping pong, badmitten,...
Forum: Plumbing - Systems & Fixtures 03-27-2014, 04:37 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,374
Posted By kiddoc1
Thanks everyone! I did have the valve in the...

Thanks everyone! I did have the valve in the wrong position and now everything is working.
Frank
Forum: Plumbing - Systems & Fixtures 03-27-2014, 10:42 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,374
Posted By kiddoc1
I understand the the valves should be aligned in...

I understand the the valves should be aligned in the same direction as the water line they are on. Is that right? Should the bypass valve be in the same alignment?
Forum: Plumbing - Systems & Fixtures 03-27-2014, 08:46 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,374
Posted By kiddoc1
Hot water heater not working properly

I just de-winterized my 2008 28' Safari SE. The hot water seemed to work fine for a while. Now when I open the faucet for hot water, very hot water comes out for about 30 seconds and then become...
Forum: Forum Admin, News and Member Account Info 03-23-2014, 12:05 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,731
Posted By kiddoc1
overlander63 and reinegirl, Thank you. I tried...

overlander63 and reinegirl, Thank you. I tried the Google search on the Forums search tab and it works so much better than just searching the Forums.
Forum: Forum Admin, News and Member Account Info 03-23-2014, 11:56 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,731
Posted By kiddoc1
i am using Chrome on my MacBook Pro laptop

i am using Chrome on my MacBook Pro laptop
Forum: Forum Admin, News and Member Account Info 03-23-2014, 07:15 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,731
Posted By kiddoc1
Problems with search

I am a little confused about using search. For instance, I searched for "Asheville" and got multiple hits. However when I clicked on the links I saw nothing about Asheville. One response had 100+...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 03-23-2014, 07:01 AM
Replies: 969
Views: 100,712
Posted By kiddoc1
Smile Coming to CanOpener 2015

Hi. I would swear that I already posted to this thread but I can't find it. So here it goes again.
Debbie and I will be at CanOpener 2015. Spot 105.
Our first CanOpener rally. We have been to...
Forum: On The Road... 03-19-2014, 05:09 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,354
Posted By kiddoc1
Vehicle taxes in SC are very high but real estate...

Vehicle taxes in SC are very high but real estate taxes are generally low. Corporate taxes are kept low to attract businesses to SC which then provides employment. Without these businesses moving...
Forum: 2009-2015 Flying Cloud 03-16-2014, 06:50 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 10,299
Posted By kiddoc1
We brought our Apple TV with us on a road trip....

We brought our Apple TV with us on a road trip. We never found a single RV park that had enough WiFi bandwidth to use it. You can use it with a MiFi or similar hotspot but it will cost about $10/hour...
Forum: Forum Admin, News and Member Account Info 03-13-2014, 02:12 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,140
Posted By kiddoc1
Tow Vehicle listed wrong

I recently posted a response to a photo placed on this website. At the bottom of the message it listed my TV as the old one. So I went into my information to change that but I had already done it....
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 03-04-2014, 07:41 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 8,096
Posted By kiddoc1
We went to the big RV show in Tampa Florida in...

We went to the big RV show in Tampa Florida in January 2012. 1800 rigs. We were intent on buying a 5th wheel. To get into the RV show you had to walk right through the Airstream display. I think...
Forum: Our Community 02-07-2014, 08:32 AM
Replies: 95
Views: 8,764
Posted By kiddoc1
Smile Get an advisor!

I haven't read all of the responses in this thread so this advise may have already been given. What made the most difference for me was getting a financial advisor I trusted to help plan retirement....
Forum: On The Road... 01-11-2014, 11:40 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,202
Posted By kiddoc1
We have stayed at a Cracker Barrell for one night...

We have stayed at a Cracker Barrell for one night about a dozen times. We have never had a problem either with getting a spot (most of the times there are at most 2 or 3 campers there) or any one...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 11-13-2013, 06:33 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 4,657
Posted By kiddoc1
Flashlights at Costco

I bought a pair of Feit Electric flashlights at Costco. About $20 for the pair. I have usuracelled these for over a year and NEVER replaced batteries. Very bright. I use them almost daily for walking...
Forum: On The Road... 09-24-2013, 06:15 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,768
Posted By kiddoc1
Thanks everyone for the great tips. I will be...

Thanks everyone for the great tips. I will be contacting some of you when we are nearer to taking off for more details about your suggestions.
Frank
Forum: On The Road... 09-16-2013, 08:26 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,768
Posted By kiddoc1
Lewis & Clark Trail

I am in the early stages of planning an expedition to follow Lewis & Clark Trail from roughly St Louis to Astoria, Oregon. Starting spring 2014. 60+ days. I would be interested in teaming up with...
Forum: General Interior Topics 09-10-2013, 05:21 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,543
Posted By kiddoc1
PS, You can see a picture of what I was trying...

PS,
You can see a picture of what I was trying to describe here:
Streaming Together: A simple tip to keep your hanging clothes from falling off...
Forum: General Interior Topics 09-10-2013, 04:43 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,543
Posted By kiddoc1
I posted on this topic before. I have a 2008 28'...

I posted on this topic before. I have a 2008 28' Safari. The hanging clothes were usually falling off onto the floor of the closet. I turned the hangers backwards. That is I bring the hanger under...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 06-07-2013, 07:06 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 5,717
Posted By kiddoc1
Smile How to get tires installed

The Michelin P235/75R/15 LXT S/M have been recommended here and elsewhere for my 2008 Safari 28'. I have called Costco and one other place and they will not install them. They say the tires are not...
Forum: On The Road... 05-01-2013, 05:21 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,431
Posted By kiddoc1
Not all of us are "camping". Some are travelling,...

Not all of us are "camping". Some are travelling, some full timing, some extended timing. I have a wedding to go to on this trip. We like to go to the theater, to concerts, to fine dining. Blue jeans...
Forum: On The Road... 04-30-2013, 06:54 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,431
Posted By kiddoc1
Clothing falling off hangers

In my 28' Safari my hanging clothes frequently bounced off the hanging bar when we travelled. I fixed that with a simple change. I now hang the hangers BACKWARDS on the bar. If we make a sudden stop...
Forum: Member Introductions 12-16-2012, 05:16 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,303
Posted By kiddoc1
I have heard great things about Can-Am RV in...

I have heard great things about Can-Am RV in Canada just across the boarder from Detroit. They are also experts on towing Airstreams.
Forum: On The Road... 10-27-2012, 04:27 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 7,683
Posted By kiddoc1
We stayed in our first KOA by mistake. We had...

We stayed in our first KOA by mistake. We had called another campground for a 2 night reservation near Williams, AZ, to visit the Grand Canyon. That was the mistake. When we got there, that was the...
Forum: 2011 - 2015 International 10-25-2012, 06:43 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 13,230
Posted By kiddoc1
We had the Flamma rack installed at Jackson...

We had the Flamma rack installed at Jackson Center. It holds the bikes on very well. But we have had 2 issues with it.
1. The fixture that holds it to the body of the AS broke after 1000 miles. AS...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 09-30-2012, 08:09 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,540
Posted By kiddoc1
Smile Problem Solved!

I finally got in touch with the previous owner of our Airstream.
There is a reset button on the INVERTOR, which is located under the front couch. Once I reset this button everything worked.
Thanks...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 09-29-2012, 01:01 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,540
Posted By kiddoc1
28 foot AS Safari 2008 Power OK. A/C works ...

28 foot AS Safari 2008
Power OK.
A/C works
Outlets by dinette, front door, kitchen (above sink), front wall, bedroom TV outlet, and outlet in cabinet over dinette ALL HAVE NO POWER.
2 outlets by...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 09-29-2012, 10:47 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,540
Posted By kiddoc1
We have looked at all receptacles but not found...

We have looked at all receptacles but not found it. It is not on the circuit board. There are several lights affected throughout the camper, so it is not just the outlets. TV's don't work either. ...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 09-29-2012, 10:28 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,540
Posted By kiddoc1
Angry Where is GFCI in 2008 Safari?

We have 2008 Safari 28 feet. Several circuits are out but all fuses seem ok.
I suspect the GFCI needs to be reset but can't find where to do it. Several outlets say they are protected but do not...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 07-24-2012, 08:26 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 7,971
Posted By kiddoc1
Airstream Bicycle Rack

I had the new AS bicycle rack installed at the Airstream factory in Jackson Center.
Check out my blog with 10 or so photos

Streaming Together: Airstream Bicycle Rack...
Forum: Our Community 05-02-2012, 11:51 AM
Replies: 417
Views: 50,206
Posted By kiddoc1
I beg to differ but kidney stones are aften...

I beg to differ but kidney stones are aften followed by kidney doctors.
Forum: Our Community 05-02-2012, 04:38 AM
Replies: 417
Views: 50,206
Posted By kiddoc1
I am a nephrologist, someone who takes care of...

I am a nephrologist, someone who takes care of kidney patients. I started my medical career as a pediatrician. So, way back before Al Gore had invented the internet, I chose "kiddoc" as my username....
Forum: Forum Admin, News and Member Account Info 02-18-2012, 12:37 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,673
Posted By kiddoc1
How to contact a member

The is a classified ad (Air Forums / Classified/ Trailers 1987-2012) for a 1989 AS fifth wheel,35 ft. Only @ 125 made. When I click in the "ask a question" section, I'm told I do not have permission,...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 01-29-2012, 01:18 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 11,988
Posted By kiddoc1
barrettjl, you are amazing. The towing guide you...

barrettjl, you are amazing. The towing guide you listed are just what I needed. Thanks.
Frank
Forum: Airstream "In the News" 01-28-2012, 01:36 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,445
Posted By kiddoc1
Smile Airstream at Florida Show

My wife and I went to the Florida Super Rv Show in Tampa 2 weeks ago. We went there to look for a fifth wheel but fell in love with Airstreams. There were about 15 Airstreams there and they were...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 01-27-2012, 10:26 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 11,988
Posted By kiddoc1
Shawn, we are looking for one of the bigger AS,...

Shawn, we are looking for one of the bigger AS, perhaps with a slide. Condition is much more important than age (just look at me).

And thanks for the link to your blog. It is delightful!

Frank
Forum: Tow Vehicles 01-27-2012, 10:21 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 11,988
Posted By kiddoc1
Thanks, but could you explain that further,...

Thanks, but could you explain that further, please?
Forum: Tow Vehicles 01-25-2012, 09:27 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 11,988
Posted By kiddoc1
Anyone using Ford F150 with Ecoboost

The Ford F150 with 3.5L V6 Ecoboost engine, 4 X 4, 3.73 ratio claims 11,300 lbs towing capability. Does anyone have experience with this? We do not have AS yet but are looking for one of the larger...
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