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Forum: Our Community 01-25-2014, 06:30 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,471
Posted By sarmimi
Airstream NW as dealerships in Seattle, Portland,...

Airstream NW as dealerships in Seattle, Portland, Boise and Fairfield (CA). I recently bought an 2013 25 FB Int'l Signature from the Fairfield dealership.

This is our second (first was a 2005 28...
Forum: Forum Admin, News and Member Account Info 01-02-2014, 07:03 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,249
Posted By sarmimi
Thanks! Just figured it out and updated!

Thanks! Just figured it out and updated!
Forum: Forum Admin, News and Member Account Info 01-02-2014, 06:42 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,249
Posted By sarmimi
How do I change my signature when I post?

Tried a number of links and searched but didn't see how to do this.
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 01-02-2014, 06:27 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,984
Posted By sarmimi
All the previous advice is great (and ditto on...

All the previous advice is great (and ditto on the life hacks - both funny and practical).

My list (not really in any order of priority, just off the top of my head):

1. A good co-pilot who is...
Forum: The Pet Forum 12-03-2005, 12:34 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,234
Posted By sarmimi
At least you could get Lucky to wear his jacket! ...

At least you could get Lucky to wear his jacket! We can't get Kenzie to wear anything! Probably for the better though...:) Kenzie actually enjoys ripping open the box and tearing apart the xmas...
Forum: The Pet Forum 12-01-2005, 11:49 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,234
Posted By sarmimi
Pet Holiday Photos

Well, instead of posting to the Pet Photo Contest thread (https://www.airforums.com/forums/f239/pet-photo-contest-3779.html), thought many of us would also have a lot of fun with a more specific...
Forum: Member Introductions 11-26-2005, 02:00 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,365
Posted By sarmimi
BTW, for you non-chemists, 26.982 amu is the...

BTW, for you non-chemists, 26.982 amu is the atomic weight for aluminum. :)

Vince - if you are still in the market for a tow vehicle, and assuming you will be towing your A/S and not just...
Forum: Winterizing, Storage, Carports & Covers 11-26-2005, 01:49 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,577
Posted By sarmimi
Sharon & Winston - here are a few threads...

Sharon & Winston -

here are a few threads on security, wheel boots, etc. that might be helpful.

https://www.airforums.com/forums/f238/security-14043.html
...
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 11-23-2005, 10:01 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,562
Posted By sarmimi
I went to camping world and bought a propane tank...

I went to camping world and bought a propane tank indicator for about $5. It's a strip about 12 inches that you attach to the side of the tank from the bottom up. You pour hot water on it and it...
Forum: General Interior Topics 11-23-2005, 09:55 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,639
Posted By sarmimi
All mine have been in the interior and at the...

All mine have been in the interior and at the front right end (if you are facing toward the tow vehicle). And mine was a 2005 manuf in Feb 05.
Forum: Full-Timing 11-23-2005, 09:49 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 12,710
Posted By sarmimi
Yes, stuff will bounce around. Anything fragile...

Yes, stuff will bounce around. Anything fragile (i.e. glass, computer) my wife and I usually make sure is wrapped and packed in a place that doesn't let it move. E.g. we put our wine glasses in...
Forum: On The Road... 11-23-2005, 09:44 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,307
Posted By sarmimi
Winter is my favorite time of year to visit Yos. ...

Winter is my favorite time of year to visit Yos. No crowds (well, relatively, there are no crowds compared to summer and spring), the Awahnee hotel is gorgeous with snow around it, not to mention El...
Forum: On The Road... 11-23-2005, 07:39 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,238
Posted By sarmimi
Sorry, no exp out in the...

Sorry, no exp out in the Placerville/Sacto/Central Valley area. But I do know that the winters out there are a lot colder relative to the San Francisco bay area. In fact, their summers and winters...
Forum: On The Road... 11-22-2005, 11:18 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,322
Posted By sarmimi
My wife and I traveled full time for 7 months in...

My wife and I traveled full time for 7 months in our 28 ft CCD Int'l, with a large golden retriever with us, and we were VERY comfortable. I think most state campsites can only fit 30' or smaller, so...
Forum: Member Introductions 11-22-2005, 08:25 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,555
Posted By sarmimi
Hi Jon. Congrats! And welcome to the A/S...

Hi Jon.

Congrats! And welcome to the A/S family!

I was a newbie like you not too long ago. Thought you might find this info helpful (link below) on what to bring, buy, etc. It helped me...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 11-22-2005, 08:15 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,032
Posted By sarmimi
The answer is the same as when people ask why my...

The answer is the same as when people ask why my male dog does what he does.... because he can! ;)
Forum: Full-Timing 11-22-2005, 08:01 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,821
Posted By sarmimi
Great info! Thanks for the post. It would be...

Great info! Thanks for the post. It would be nice to know exactly WHERE they are staying and full timing. We found during our journey that costs can vary a lot, especially eating out. e.g. ...
Forum: Trailer Values 11-15-2005, 02:34 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,086
Posted By sarmimi
Thanks! Traderonline is one of the pay...

Thanks! Traderonline is one of the pay classified sites. I may eventually explore one of those classifieds, but am currently more interested in free classified listings. Any recommendations on...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 11-15-2005, 10:52 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 9,009
Posted By sarmimi
In the new International CCD models, A/S uses an...

In the new International CCD models, A/S uses an aluminum strip about 1/2" x 1/4" and lays it down flat as the trim. They screw it down to the floor about every 6-8 inches, and it seems to work well...
Forum: Trailer Values 11-15-2005, 09:54 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,086
Posted By sarmimi
Where to sell?

Hi all.

Sadly, my wife and I need to sell our Airstream.:(

I have posted it for sale on Airstream.com classifieds, here on the A/S Forums classifieds, and Craigslist classifieds. Have any of...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 11-15-2005, 09:47 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 9,009
Posted By sarmimi
Yes, a quarter round is more appropriate for the...

Yes, a quarter round is more appropriate for the A/S, as a 3" tall baseboard won't sit well on the curved walls. If you want the trim to "disappear" a little more, instead of using a round, use a...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 11-14-2005, 09:08 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 9,009
Posted By sarmimi
Tracey - We used the Pergo brand baseboards...

Tracey -

We used the Pergo brand baseboards that matched our floor. Make sure you properly miter cut the corners and any runs longer than the standard 8 ft length. The baseboards are about 3/4"...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 11-13-2005, 11:01 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 9,009
Posted By sarmimi
Yes, depending on the amt of sq feet you install,...

Yes, depending on the amt of sq feet you install, you'll need anywhere from 1/8" float to 1/4" float at the edges. It is exactly that edge where I caulked, using the Pergo brand caulking in the...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 11-13-2005, 08:42 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 9,009
Posted By sarmimi
Pergo!!!

I installed Pergo in our downstairs basement. About two weeks after it was installed, the brick wall started to leak a waterfall, literally, of water after a 4 day non-stop rain storm. After...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 11-13-2005, 08:32 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 9,371
Posted By sarmimi
Get a clue!!!

Sorry, but you are all incorrect.

The metal object is one of the possible "murder" weapons in the Airstream Edition of the boardgame Clue, and the Flamingo is one of the board game pieces. You...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 11-13-2005, 08:20 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 7,280
Posted By sarmimi
Will non-RV brand two ply also work? Or must we...

Will non-RV brand two ply also work? Or must we use single ply? I like roughing it, but not ROUGHING it, if you know what I mean... :lol:
Forum: Off Topic Forum 09-20-2005, 06:39 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,480
Posted By sarmimi
Hi Pat. I forgot to mention that at the...

Hi Pat.

I forgot to mention that at the Tiger Run RV resort, they have a water pressure issue (long story, but the resort lost some of their water rights recently). Thus, for showers (washing...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 09-20-2005, 06:19 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 11,426
Posted By sarmimi
If it's a diesel, the 3.73 axle should be fine as...

If it's a diesel, the 3.73 axle should be fine as diesel engines have plenty of torque with that ratio. If it's a gasser, the 4.10 is a better ratio.

Have fun on your x-country trip and safe...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 09-18-2005, 01:55 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,480
Posted By sarmimi
Hi Pat. We stayed(are staying) at the Tiger...

Hi Pat.

We stayed(are staying) at the Tiger Run RV Resort just 3 miles north of downtown Breckenridge, right off hwy 9. It is the regular low season right now, so rates are cheaper. We like the...
Forum: Winter Living 09-15-2005, 10:24 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,755
Posted By sarmimi
Definitely cold here in Breckenridge! Yes, I was...

Definitely cold here in Breckenridge! Yes, I was talking Celsius. And here are some more pics of the area I took today/this morning. All the fall leaves are starting to turn, and within the week will...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 09-15-2005, 09:42 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,480
Posted By sarmimi
I stayed up til about 1:30 am but no Auroras....

I stayed up til about 1:30 am but no Auroras. Unfortunately, it looks like we won't be able to see any even if there are Auroras as the full moon is only 3 nights away and pretty much lights up and...
Forum: Winter Living 09-15-2005, 09:38 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,755
Posted By sarmimi
Hi all. First, thanks for all the advice....

Hi all.

First, thanks for all the advice. Yes, it hit below twenty last night. We ended up draining everything just as a precaution and did fine. We are actually here for one more week (Angela...
Forum: Winter Living 09-14-2005, 09:21 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,755
Posted By sarmimi
Thanks Frederic. We are up in Breckenridge,...

Thanks Frederic.

We are up in Breckenridge, Colorado. It's 9,600 ft elev here, we had about 2-3 inches of fresh snow above 10,500 feet today during the day time. It's bloody freezing right now!...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 09-14-2005, 09:18 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,480
Posted By sarmimi
We are at a very high altitude (9,300 ft) in the...

We are at a very high altitude (9,300 ft) in the mountains of Colorado, away from city lights. Where and when should I direct my camera tonight? I'll be taking some time exposed photos and will...
Forum: Winter Living 09-14-2005, 09:08 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,755
Posted By sarmimi
Emergency Winterize!?

Hi All.

The temperatures where we are staying are supposed to drop to about 20 degrees F tonight, well below freezing. I believe I should drain our fresh water tank, empty the grey water, and...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 09-08-2005, 04:37 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 11,426
Posted By sarmimi
'63 Princess - here's a few more thread...

'63 Princess -

here's a few more thread discussions on the Excursion you might be interested in:

https://www.airforums.com/forums/showthread.php?t=17785


and this one, post #5, is...
Forum: Our Community 09-08-2005, 03:10 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,164
Posted By sarmimi
[QUOTE=Silvertwinkie]Couldn't see the first link,...

[QUOTE=Silvertwinkie]Couldn't see the first link, but caught the second one....nice setup (rig).[QUOTE]

The link works, you just need to enter in your zip code in the URL address at the end where...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 09-07-2005, 02:59 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 11,426
Posted By sarmimi
Hi '63 Princess. We have a 2005 Ford...

Hi '63 Princess.

We have a 2005 Ford Excursion w/6.0L PS Diesel engine, 3.73 rear axle. It's towing capicity is 11,000 lbs, which should be plenty to tow your 63 overlander, fully loaded. We...
Forum: On The Road... 09-06-2005, 08:32 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,250
Posted By sarmimi
Jim & Cheryl- Exactly when and where is the...

Jim & Cheryl-

Exactly when and where is the Oregon forums rally? We may just be in the area and would love to attend our first rally!

Unfort, we didn't get to go up any of the hot air...
Forum: On The Road... 09-05-2005, 10:16 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,250
Posted By sarmimi
! Trip Photos !

Here are some lower resolution pictures I uploaded onto the Kodak Gallery (a lot easier than uploading on the forum galleries) of the 4th leg of our current Airstream road trip. We've beeen traveling...
Forum: Community Polls 09-03-2005, 12:57 AM
Replies: 166
Views: 18,185
Posted By sarmimi
Dear lurking/member Airstream employee: ...

Dear lurking/member Airstream employee:

Please let us know if you actually read our ideas here and let us know if any, if at all, are being considered. Thank you.
Forum: Off Topic Forum 08-29-2005, 09:11 AM
Replies: 557
Views: 45,605
Posted By sarmimi
Point taken and understood. The...

Point taken and understood.



The difference one should recognize is that those who said "I'm moving to Canada if Bush gets re-elected" said so out their own free choice, and if some or none...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 08-29-2005, 01:06 AM
Replies: 557
Views: 45,605
Posted By sarmimi
And that is what makes our country such a good...

And that is what makes our country such a good one. But to say "That's just the way it is" and "we are who we are" is, IMHO, accepting mediocrity. We can be better than that. We can CHOOSE better...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 08-28-2005, 09:18 PM
Replies: 557
Views: 45,605
Posted By sarmimi
Sorry to keep this thread going, but reading the...

Sorry to keep this thread going, but reading the posts just keeps me thinking and wondering...

When I was a kid and got into a neighborhood fight, my mother would always ask me, "Well, why did...
Forum: Community Polls 08-28-2005, 08:44 PM
Replies: 166
Views: 18,185
Posted By sarmimi
Ditto with Chris (and if you think your night...

Ditto with Chris (and if you think your night was cold, we are at 9.300 ft elev and boy, it drops below freezing regularly up here now!). But realize that with the CCD model, since there is no...
Forum: Community Polls 08-28-2005, 08:04 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,137
Posted By sarmimi
The great members of the forum have helped save...

The great members of the forum have helped save us money when negotiating our purchase, helped us figure out what essentials to buy to get started (our very first trailer or RV for that matter!),...
Forum: Community Polls 08-28-2005, 07:57 PM
Replies: 166
Views: 18,185
Posted By sarmimi
A few more ideas...

Thought of a few more:

For us folks with no kids (empty nesters or just by choice) but with pets (which, there seems to be quite a few of us out there), how about an option for a pull out pet bed,...
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 08-28-2005, 07:13 PM
Replies: 295
Views: 52,854
Posted By sarmimi
2air - Thanks! I'll check out my unit and try to...

2air - Thanks! I'll check out my unit and try to reconnect myself. Hopefully, it'll do the trick...if not, you'll see another post from me later on! :lol:
Forum: On The Road... 08-28-2005, 07:10 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,260
Posted By sarmimi
Ah yes, forgot about mentioning that. And while...

Ah yes, forgot about mentioning that. And while we are at it, it may be a good idea NOT to smoke in the the lavatory, as it may be possible to ignite the methane gas! :lol:
Forum: On The Road... 08-28-2005, 12:42 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,260
Posted By sarmimi
Shower/Lavatory Vents

We've been on the road 4 months full time now, read through all the manuals, and as always, we learn something new every day!

Today, we found out that the VanAir Ventline fans/vents in the...
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