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Forum: General Repair Forum 05-02-2016, 06:19 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,548
Posted By 6PackCharlie
If I am reading your post right, you were not...

If I am reading your post right, you were not connected to shore power? If you were using batteries, you may not have had enough juice to spin the blower fast enough to make the "sail switch" ...
Forum: Phone, CB & Ham Radio 03-03-2016, 10:53 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,905
Posted By 6PackCharlie
We also have the Samsung S5 phones with AT&T. ...

We also have the Samsung S5 phones with AT&T. Got 2 free phones with a 2 year contract. Google maps used most often.
Forum: Plumbing - Systems & Fixtures 11-06-2015, 04:22 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,304
Posted By 6PackCharlie
I have a brass plug on mine. Goes a couple of...

I have a brass plug on mine. Goes a couple of turns and then I have to use a wrench. About another 1/2 turn. I use Teflon tape on the plug. When I pressurize the water system, I check the ...
Forum: The Rally Zone 10-06-2015, 05:50 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 29,085
Posted By 6PackCharlie
A few pictures from this weekends balloon fiesta.

A few pictures from this weekends balloon fiesta.
Forum: Airstream Motorhome Forums 09-04-2015, 12:52 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,381
Posted By 6PackCharlie
Saw on the news (CBS I think) that there has been...

Saw on the news (CBS I think) that there has been a marked increase in engine compartment fires due to the ethanol in gas eating up the rubber gas lines and dumping fuel on a hot engine.
Forum: General Repair Forum 08-25-2015, 08:49 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 8,653
Posted By 6PackCharlie
When mine broke, I took it to the Airstream...

When mine broke, I took it to the Airstream dealer in Albuquerque, NM and had them fix it. Less than $100. Money well spent in my opinion.
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 08-25-2015, 08:39 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 6,183
Posted By 6PackCharlie
I have had this problems with my Airstream. I...

I have had this problems with my Airstream. I have a diesel pickup that has 2 batteries. I plug the AS into the pickup at night (with the pigtail) and it works great. Have heat all night and...
Forum: Photography 02-21-2014, 12:18 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 11,835
Posted By 6PackCharlie
Just for Grins

https://scontent-b-lax.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-frc1/t1/400648_540433279387548_1014406465_n.jpg
Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 10-08-2013, 03:49 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 921
Posted By 6PackCharlie
A fully charged battery should be 13 volts or...

A fully charged battery should be 13 volts or above. While charging-will vary. I always take the leads off the charger and then check the battery. Hope this helps.
Forum: WBCCI Rallies & Events 10-08-2013, 03:45 PM
Replies: 239
Views: 35,360
Posted By 6PackCharlie
2013 Balloon Fiesta

Made it home to Eastern NM, 200 miles. Had a friendly tailwind so got great fuel mileage. Thanks to Ken J. and all the other folks that made the Balloon Fiesta Rally possible. Had a great time and...
Forum: Photography 10-15-2012, 10:47 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 13,549
Posted By 6PackCharlie
Four Corners Unit Airstream Rally at the 2012...

Four Corners Unit Airstream Rally at the 2012 International Balloon Fiesta in Albuquerque, NM.
Forum: On The Road... 08-13-2012, 11:52 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,357
Posted By 6PackCharlie
We have used a truck wash when away from home. ...

We have used a truck wash when away from home. Usually about $1.00 per foot.
Forum: General Repair Forum 03-20-2012, 08:23 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,305
Posted By 6PackCharlie
Did you turn off your propane? You may have air...

Did you turn off your propane? You may have air in the line to the heater. Are you hooked to shore power or are you trying to get the heater to light using the batteries?
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 02-12-2012, 04:19 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,406
Posted By 6PackCharlie
We bought 4" of memory foam from overstock.com...

We bought 4" of memory foam from overstock.com and put it on top of our mattress. Made a hugh difference.
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 02-02-2012, 01:58 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 13,412
Posted By 6PackCharlie
You do know you have two furnaces in your 34 foot...

You do know you have two furnaces in your 34 foot Airstream.
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 01-11-2012, 07:51 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,247
Posted By 6PackCharlie
Do you have a plug that doesn't have a gfci...

Do you have a plug that doesn't have a gfci breaker installed on it. Try plugging it into that plug.
Forum: Plumbing - Systems & Fixtures 12-06-2011, 07:22 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,851
Posted By 6PackCharlie
Put an electric heater in the AS. Open all the...

Put an electric heater in the AS. Open all the doors to your plumbing and "heat" the AS when it is below freezing.
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 12-05-2011, 06:30 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,493
Posted By 6PackCharlie
Are you plugged into shore power or are you...

Are you plugged into shore power or are you trying to run the heater off your batteries?
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 11-03-2011, 08:50 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,269
Posted By 6PackCharlie
Maybe a cooling fan on you power converter?

Maybe a cooling fan on you power converter?
Forum: Photography 10-11-2011, 10:26 PM
Replies: 113
Views: 13,522
Posted By 6PackCharlie
Westward Ho!!!!

A little natural morning light with an airstream and a stagecoach. 2011 Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta.
Forum: WBCCI Rallies & Events 10-09-2011, 08:15 PM
Replies: 533
Views: 56,001
Posted By 6PackCharlie
This is our 5th year to attend the Balloon...

This is our 5th year to attend the Balloon Fiesta. This is the first year that the stagecoach has flown. We have seen it inflated before, but we have not seen it fly until this year and it flew both...
Forum: General Repair Forum 08-25-2011, 05:20 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,065
Posted By 6PackCharlie
Can't see Paul's picture either. I would be very...

Can't see Paul's picture either. I would be very interested in his fix if he can get the picture to post.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 08-25-2011, 05:13 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,648
Posted By 6PackCharlie
I wouldn't pull any trailer with a 6cy vehicle....

I wouldn't pull any trailer with a 6cy vehicle. Just my personal opinion.
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 08-23-2011, 08:29 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,550
Posted By 6PackCharlie
Take your AS to an RV park and plug it into 30...

Take your AS to an RV park and plug it into 30 amp service and see if the AC doesn't start working.
Forum: Refrigerators 08-19-2011, 11:37 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,842
Posted By 6PackCharlie
You may still have air in the lines. Have you lit...

You may still have air in the lines. Have you lit a burner on the stove top. That is all I have ever had to do to get the fridge working. Sometimes for the heater, I had to crack the propane line at...
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 08-11-2011, 02:17 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 5,371
Posted By 6PackCharlie
According to our polishing instructor (Levon) at...

According to our polishing instructor (Levon) at the Four Corners Albuquerque Restoration Rally, as soon as you put any kind of protectant on your shine job it will take away some of the shine. I put...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 08-05-2011, 11:03 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,163
Posted By 6PackCharlie
I have 2 Honda 2000's. They are lightweight so I...

I have 2 Honda 2000's. They are lightweight so I can load and unload them by myself. You only need one to run everything except the AC. They can be piggy backed so that I have 4000 watts, which is...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 08-01-2011, 09:45 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 16,037
Posted By 6PackCharlie
I pulled a 1985 34' Excella with a 2004 Dodge...

I pulled a 1985 34' Excella with a 2004 Dodge 1500 with the 5.7 Hemi. for several years. The triple axle pulls nice. The Dodge only had a 4 speed trans. It pulled great on the flat and most short...
Forum: Tires 08-01-2011, 07:24 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 7,597
Posted By 6PackCharlie
Usually put 55lbs in my tires. Have a tire ...

Usually put 55lbs in my tires. Have a tire pressure monitoring system (tpms) on the airstream tires so I can keep track of the pressure going down the road. When the tires get warmed up they...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 07-18-2011, 04:39 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,458
Posted By 6PackCharlie
What REDNAX said. That is going to be a hard ...

What REDNAX said. That is going to be a hard pull with that TV.
Forum: 2006 - 2010 Classic (all lengths) 05-29-2011, 11:49 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,329
Posted By 6PackCharlie
We pull the handle out, push the door shut...

We pull the handle out, push the door shut (compressing the rubber gasket) and then let go of the handle. We don't slam the door to get it to close.
Charles
Forum: Refrigerators 05-29-2011, 11:36 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,156
Posted By 6PackCharlie
On our airstream, the frig. usually will not...

On our airstream, the frig. usually will not light when the shore power is unplugged. Sometimes, but usually I have to turn the frig off and then back on and listen for the frig to light. Once it...
Forum: Awnings 04-23-2011, 10:16 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,182
Posted By 6PackCharlie
You camp somewhere hot, and you will wish you had...

You camp somewhere hot, and you will wish you had them.
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 04-23-2011, 09:23 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,617
Posted By 6PackCharlie
How old are your batteries?

How old are your batteries?
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 04-21-2011, 10:05 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,398
Posted By 6PackCharlie
www.hhpolishinginc.com...

www.hhpolishinginc.com (https://www.hhpolishinginc.com)

Try these guys. Don't know anything about them, but they say they polish aluminum.
Charles
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 03-29-2011, 04:24 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 42,183
Posted By 6PackCharlie
What Silversled and Eleighj said.

What Silversled and Eleighj said.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-28-2011, 10:31 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 10,821
Posted By 6PackCharlie
Fyi

I was talking to our local NAPA dealer and was complaining about the price of filters for my pickup. He said that a set of filters for the new Ford Diesels was $300.00. I didn't feel so bad after...
Forum: Dollars & Cents 03-24-2011, 05:27 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,369
Posted By 6PackCharlie
Haven't heard of FCIS. We have insurance with...

Haven't heard of FCIS. We have insurance with Progressive. Replacement value of $14K and our insurance is $276 a year. $100 deductible.
Forum: Winterizing, Storage, Carports & Covers 03-20-2011, 10:35 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,448
Posted By 6PackCharlie
If you leave the heat on, you should not have any...

If you leave the heat on, you should not have any problems with any freezing pipes etc.
Charles
Forum: WBCCI Rallies & Events 02-15-2011, 08:58 AM
Replies: 127
Views: 14,528
Posted By 6PackCharlie
Not putting a damper on anything for sure. We...

Not putting a damper on anything for sure. We are heading out this morning to get by Flagstaff before Thursday. See everyone at Cottonwood.
Charles
Forum: WBCCI Rallies & Events 02-13-2011, 09:43 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 14,528
Posted By 6PackCharlie
Weather

My weather site says Flagstaff is going to have rain & snow Wednesday and snow-Thursday thru Sunday. Cottonwood is supposed to have a chance of showers on Wednesday, then rain and snow Thursday thru...
Forum: Clearcoat, Exterior Paint & Trim 02-07-2011, 04:04 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,335
Posted By 6PackCharlie
You can get the decals themselves off with a heat...

You can get the decals themselves off with a heat gun. Then you have to contend with the glue that held the decals on. I was stripping mine to polish, so I used paint stripper to get the glue off. ...
Forum: Forum Admin, News and Member Account Info 02-06-2011, 12:29 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,249
Posted By 6PackCharlie
I use photofiltre. It is free software....

I use photofiltre. It is free software. PhotoFiltre - Download (https://photofiltre.en.softonic.com/)
Download the software to your computer and run the program.
Charles
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 01-31-2011, 09:58 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,846
Posted By 6PackCharlie
I will check those locations as soon as the wind...

I will check those locations as soon as the wind chill get back above below zero. Thanks.
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 01-31-2011, 08:56 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,846
Posted By 6PackCharlie
According to my tester. The batteries are fully...

According to my tester. The batteries are fully charged.
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 01-31-2011, 08:00 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,846
Posted By 6PackCharlie
I took the blower motor out of the furnace and...

I took the blower motor out of the furnace and lubed the bearings. Ran it on the bench and no squeak. Put the furnace back together and the batteries still won't run the furnace (no squeak). I can...
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 01-20-2011, 06:57 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 11,827
Posted By 6PackCharlie
I polished at 3500 rpm's on grey and red. Also...

I polished at 3500 rpm's on grey and red. Also have some "cloudy" spots that I had to go back and give several more passes. You will have to use a cyclo polisher to get the lines out. I bought one...
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 01-20-2011, 06:08 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 11,827
Posted By 6PackCharlie
I also purchased a polisher from Harbour Freight...

I also purchased a polisher from Harbour Freight (HF). Jesco recommends a polisher that runs between 1800 and 3600 rpm's. The polisher at HF that turns at 3500 rps's (7" Electronic Polisher) is...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 01-18-2011, 11:29 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,846
Posted By 6PackCharlie
Dave, I assume the motor is the original that...

Dave,
I assume the motor is the original that came in the Airstream. If that is the case, it is @ 15 years old. I will try and download a manual from Atwood.
Thanks
Charles
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 01-18-2011, 09:19 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,846
Posted By 6PackCharlie
Batteries won't run Furnace

My furnace unit is a hydro-flame 8535 III.
My batteries are fully charged, but will not spin the blower fast enough to cause the furnace to light. There is a squeal when the furnace blower comes on....
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