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Forum: Tow Vehicles 11-14-2020, 09:06 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 12,035
Posted By afneill
I have a 2015 Ram Ecodiesel and have been towing...

I have a 2015 Ram Ecodiesel and have been towing a 25' Flying Cloud since the truck was new. Pror to that I had a 3/4 ton Ford diesel. The Ram does an excellent job pulling my trailer and ride is...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 05-12-2020, 09:49 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,690
Posted By afneill
Unless things have changed with this years model...

Unless things have changed with this years model the ecodiesel is not a Cummins engine. I have a 2015 Ram ecodiesel and use it to tow my 25' Safari. I love it and would buy again but it is not a...
Forum: On The Road... 03-03-2020, 11:10 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,625
Posted By afneill
To answer your questions about crossing into...

To answer your questions about crossing into Mexico, there is a manned entry point at the river crossing, electonically connected to El Paso, I think. You must have your passport. The last time we...
Forum: On The Road... 02-11-2020, 04:55 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,518
Posted By afneill
I have driven this road several times and while...

I have driven this road several times and while it has many curves and hills, if driven at a reasonable speed it should not present problems for your vehicle. However, if you venture off Highway 170...
Forum: Awnings 07-20-2019, 01:55 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,682
Posted By afneill
Heat shrink works well. Available in almost all...

Heat shrink works well. Available in almost all colors. Does not come off easily.
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 06-29-2019, 10:40 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,307
Posted By afneill
I used Olympic rivets for several reasons and am...

I used Olympic rivets for several reasons and am not through yet. I also tried to match the spacing of the factory rivets.344825
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 06-29-2019, 09:52 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,307
Posted By afneill
I cannot confirm one way or the other. I used...

I cannot confirm one way or the other. I used 6061 T6 aluminum in .040" thickness. I think that is the AS shell aluminum thickness. I bought it from Amazon. They list many thicknesses and grades in...
Forum: Rock Guards, Segment & Window Protectors 06-27-2019, 02:11 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,811
Posted By afneill
Sorry for your troubles. I had the same occurence...

Sorry for your troubles. I had the same occurence on a trip to Phoenix in March to MLB Spring training. Coming from Texas we had head winds until we turned northerly. In Az sustained winds of 35 mph....
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 06-01-2018, 12:14 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 16,259
Posted By afneill
Interesting thread and good information. It has...

Interesting thread and good information. It has been a while since I thought of some these things but I believe the term for not having a main breaker the size of all the branch breakers added up, is...
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 05-03-2018, 05:21 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,639
Posted By afneill
If you haven't done so, you might take an air...

If you haven't done so, you might take an air hose and blow all the dust and small particles out that have accumulated in the burner mechanism and surrounding area. That would be a good place to...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 04-04-2018, 11:52 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,353
Posted By afneill
What seems to be your difficulty in using these...

What seems to be your difficulty in using these clips? I find them rather simple and effective. No disrespect intended. Just curious.
Forum: Upholstery, Blinds, Walls & Interior Finishes 03-18-2018, 10:12 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,196
Posted By afneill
Several years back on the forum, someone...

Several years back on the forum, someone suggested mounting small magnets on the window frame to hold the mini blind base at the bottom securely. I found small square magnets with a screw hole in...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 03-17-2018, 03:32 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,497
Posted By afneill
I am a little late to the party, but I.too would...

I am a little late to the party, but I.too would run it all parallel. I recently added 4 100w panels to my unit, 2 mounted on the trailer and 2 portable. While in the process of adding the pvs, we...
Forum: On The Road... 03-10-2018, 04:31 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,420
Posted By afneill
If you have never visited Mesa Verde and have any...

If you have never visited Mesa Verde and have any interest in ancient ruins, I would highly recommend you include it on your trip. Near Cortez, CO, and really an awe inspiring park. Many other early...
Forum: Member Introductions 10-31-2017, 06:53 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 633
Posted By afneill
Welcome to the forum. You will find a number of...

Welcome to the forum. You will find a number of participants who either have or have had a Casita. I might still be towing one if they made one longer than 17 feet. Good luck in your search for an...
Forum: General Repair Forum 10-06-2017, 06:28 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,474
Posted By afneill
My wife is also very allergic to wasp stings. She...

My wife is also very allergic to wasp stings. She keeps 2 Epipens. Having been to the emergency room several times after her having been stung, we think we are well versed on the subject. We live in...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 05-29-2016, 10:32 AM
Replies: 190
Views: 31,774
Posted By afneill
2016 4x4 Ram ecodiesel towing 25' Safari @65 mph...

2016 4x4 Ram ecodiesel towing 25' Safari @65 mph Avg mpg 16.2 All terrain and winds. Best without towing 27.3
Forum: General Repair Forum 07-10-2015, 04:54 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,263
Posted By afneill
I had this happen to me. When I replaced it I...

I had this happen to me. When I replaced it I found the screw on the wire to that prong was not sufficiently tightened so heat was built up. I ordered mine from Amazon for about $50. It was white,...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 07-05-2015, 08:46 AM
Replies: 110
Views: 11,709
Posted By afneill
I always find threads of this nature and on this...

I always find threads of this nature and on this subject interesting. While I am a staunch supporter of our second amendment rights, when travelling to another country I must follow the laws they...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 07-02-2015, 07:36 AM
Replies: 391
Views: 47,702
Posted By afneill
I'm thinking I just won't drive anymore roads...

I'm thinking I just won't drive anymore roads with down hill sections. I will only drive on level roads or uphill. No more going downhill for me!😂
Forum: Plumbing - Systems & Fixtures 06-08-2015, 11:01 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 10,287
Posted By afneill
If you are using your air conditioner, the drain...

If you are using your air conditioner, the drain line for it empties in that area. Maybe the timing is coincidental with water being used. Just another suggestion for you to check on. Good luck in...
Forum: Member Introductions 05-29-2015, 08:59 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 549
Posted By afneill
While I am not able to provide much help, if you...

While I am not able to provide much help, if you will just hang on somebody will come to your rescue. Seems like there is a company named Vintage Trailer Supply or something to that effect that is...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 05-10-2015, 11:24 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,618
Posted By afneill
I have a 2006 25' Safari and have just purchased,...

I have a 2006 25' Safari and have just purchased, in February, a 2015 Ram 1500 diesel. Previously I was towing with a Ford F250 diesel. In my limited experience, it has ample power to do the job,...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 04-29-2015, 07:58 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,370
Posted By afneill
I am no expert but I believe you could do just...

I am no expert but I believe you could do just with the battery charger and no converter. But I am not sure why you would want to. On a trip to Alaska a couple of years ago my converter ceased to...
Forum: On The Road... 04-24-2015, 09:31 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,539
Posted By afneill
In addition to Mesa Verde, there are numerous...

In addition to Mesa Verde, there are numerous ruins in the area, if you are not overloaded when you are through there. Canyons of the Ancients is only about 10 miles north of Cortez, and it has an...
Forum: 1956 - 1965 Caravel 04-14-2015, 10:41 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,690
Posted By afneill
Welcome to the world of AS ownership. I see you...

Welcome to the world of AS ownership. I see you already have help in the offing. I'll bet help can be arranged and hope you enjoy your new acquisition.
Forum: Member Introductions 04-14-2015, 10:33 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 827
Posted By afneill
Welcome to the forums. It is a good place to...

Welcome to the forums. It is a good place to find a lot of information as well as interesting and entertaining reading. Many viewpoints are expressed and a lot of experience offers a lot of help. ...
Forum: On The Road... 04-14-2015, 10:28 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 6,836
Posted By afneill
Boondockdad is right on. And "aftermath" still...

Boondockdad is right on. And "aftermath" still has not explained why my lawful enjoyment of guns and shooting is decimating the national parks. I have seen documentaries showing that more guns...
Forum: On The Road... 04-13-2015, 11:34 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 6,836
Posted By afneill
I, too, am confused about how the "gun happy...

I, too, am confused about how the "gun happy population" is contributing to, or causing the deterioration of our national parks. I am a frequent user of the National Park System sites, as well as a...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 04-09-2015, 02:32 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,940
Posted By afneill
There are more of us out here using the Ram...

There are more of us out here using the Ram Ecodiesel. I have one and tow my 25' Safari with it. It is a crew cab, Lone Star, short bed, 4x4. I now have about 3500 miles on it, including a trip to...
Forum: 1959-69 Tradewind 03-16-2015, 08:25 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,496
Posted By afneill
I think if you go to a cabinet maker he would...

I think if you go to a cabinet maker he would have solid ash lumber that he uses to make raised panel cabinet doors. And your local lumber suppliers probably have unfinished solid ash for trims. It...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 02-23-2015, 09:30 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,560
Posted By afneill
Headed to Phoenix a week from Wednesday with my...

Headed to Phoenix a week from Wednesday with my wife and eleven year old twin grandsons to take in about 10 days of MLB Spring training. Did it last year and it was so fun and relaxing we thought we...
Forum: 2011 - 2015 International 01-31-2015, 10:53 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 909
Posted By afneill
Welcome to the Forums where you can learn more...

Welcome to the Forums where you can learn more than you want or need to know on almost any subject, AS related or not,:lol:
Forum: General Repair Forum 01-25-2015, 09:52 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,415
Posted By afneill
Thanks for sharing that with us. While I have not...

Thanks for sharing that with us. While I have not used their services yet, they are the closest AS dealer to me. It is helpful to have something for reference.
Forum: On The Road... 01-20-2015, 05:41 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,849
Posted By afneill
Diesel is available in the park but only at the...

Diesel is available in the park but only at the service station just west of the Panther Junction visitor center. That is about 25 miles from Rio Grande Village CG. Diesel is also available near the...
Forum: On The Road... 01-19-2015, 12:12 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,849
Posted By afneill
Glad to hear that some of you are wanting info on...

Glad to hear that some of you are wanting info on BBNP. I visited it for the first time in 1973 and haven't missed many years in the interim. I have 11 year old twin grandsons who visited it first...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 11-17-2014, 05:32 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,019
Posted By afneill
Y'all misunderstand deer whistles. What does a...

Y'all misunderstand deer whistles. What does a dog whistle do? It attracts dogs. I think that deer whistles attract deer. At least that has been my observation.
Forum: On The Road... 11-02-2014, 04:56 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,380
Posted By afneill
Good question and I am just now putting in my 2...

Good question and I am just now putting in my 2 cents worth because I have been deer hunting.
In 1990 I bought a new Ford Taurus SHO as in Super High Output, so named because when they were...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 10-26-2014, 02:18 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,988
Posted By afneill
I have had the Andersen hitch for two years and...

I have had the Andersen hitch for two years and have traveled about 20,000 miles, including a trip to Alaska. I have a 25FB and tow with an F250. I, too, still have the factory Atwood coupler on my...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-21-2014, 09:54 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,378
Posted By afneill
If I understand your situation, the microwave...

If I understand your situation, the microwave turns itself off after approximately 3 minutes. And only it goes off, nothing else, and after a period of time resets itself to on. If this is the...
Forum: 2011 - 2015 International 10-20-2014, 10:03 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,400
Posted By afneill
While it may not achieve stability to the degree...

While it may not achieve stability to the degree you are looking for, I find that once the table is connected properly in the wall slots it is necessary to kick the foot of the single leg as far out...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 10-19-2014, 11:25 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,997
Posted By afneill
Loose connections

I read this thread when it was originally posted. I had never had any problems with my electrical connections. However, after two 7-10 day stints in Houston, the last week of September and the...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 10-01-2014, 03:07 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,696
Posted By afneill
Count me among the cheerleaders for the Andersen...

Count me among the cheerleaders for the Andersen hitch. I have had mine for about 2 years and have towed about 20,000 miles, including a trip up the Alaska Highway and back. I am towing a 25' Safari...
Forum: General Appliance Topics 09-24-2014, 04:00 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,486
Posted By afneill
I have a 2006 25fb and had a somewhat similar...

I have a 2006 25fb and had a somewhat similar problem. It would start and then sound like it was choking down. It would go off, then relight. I finally figured out it was choking down because it was...
Forum: On The Road... 09-02-2014, 12:12 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 4,507
Posted By afneill
I suppose we are not alone in this predicament. I...

I suppose we are not alone in this predicament. I recently read an article about the drop in attendance by the student body at college football games, especially at the major schools. It seems that...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 08-21-2014, 09:09 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,551
Posted By afneill
I have AT&T service and it provides coverage...

I have AT&T service and it provides coverage almost everywhere I go. I go with friends who have Verizon and many times they use my phone because I have service and they do not. But I also use theirs...
Forum: On The Road... 08-14-2014, 10:29 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,578
Posted By afneill
While I have not used it in the detail you are...

While I have not used it in the detail you are looking for, I find the app RVParky full of info I do use. It has separate categories for RV Parks, stores, rest areas, amenities, and fuel stops. Each...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 08-05-2014, 06:27 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,009
Posted By afneill
Call Randy at Best Converter. He is very...

Call Randy at Best Converter. He is very knowledgeable, has competitive pricing and access to most of the brands. His recommendation is what I and many others have gone with. I am very happy with...
Forum: On The Road... 07-29-2014, 03:24 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,751
Posted By afneill
If it were me I would stay at the CG in the park....

If it were me I would stay at the CG in the park. Having stayed in that area several times, we prefer staying in the park. Don't feed the mule deer grapes, the rangers don't like it even though the...
Forum: On The Road... 07-29-2014, 07:31 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,519
Posted By afneill
When you are in that area, I would recommend that...

When you are in that area, I would recommend that you visit the Los Alamos area. It was the place where much of the research and development of the atomic bomb occurred during WWII. There is an...
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