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Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls Yesterday, 12:52 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,204
Posted By Tim A.
Oh no, here we go again. Tim

Oh no, here we go again.

Tim
Forum: Brakes & Brake Controllers Yesterday, 12:47 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 777
Posted By Tim A.
We also had the low speed grabbing with the Echo...

We also had the low speed grabbing with the Echo and found it dangerous. We switched to a Redarc and all is good.

Tim
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 04-23-2024, 12:15 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 805
Posted By Tim A.
Do you happen to have a new tow vehicle? If so,...

Do you happen to have a new tow vehicle? If so, you might have a problem like we had. New tow vehicle and marker lights sometimes went on and sometimes did not. Turned out the incandescent bulbs...
Forum: Wheels, Hubs & Bearings 04-19-2024, 09:34 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 15,760
Posted By Tim A.
Not only Airstream used them. We had them on the...

Not only Airstream used them. We had them on the wheels of more than one tow vehicle. All of our "covered" lugnuts had stainless steel covers.

Tim
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 04-13-2024, 09:04 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,151
Posted By Tim A.
Having replaced the sail switch in our furnace...

Having replaced the sail switch in our furnace more than once, when it is now responsible for our furnace not lighting, I just bang on the side of the furnace where the switch is located. Doing so...
Forum: Flat-Front (Cutter, Clipper, XC, XL & Skydeck) Motorhomes 04-10-2024, 04:50 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,283
Posted By Tim A.
Not only is CO gas odorless, it is also very...

Not only is CO gas odorless, it is also very deadly.

Tim
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 04-07-2024, 11:56 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,941
Posted By Tim A.
Our 2002 19' came with a "door" almost identical...

Our 2002 19' came with a "door" almost identical with the present Stoett versions. It has worked perfectly since we bought the trailer new. The original caulking along the bottom of the lower guide...
Forum: Wheels, Hubs & Bearings 04-05-2024, 06:22 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,373
Posted By Tim A.
These are what we put on our trailer and they are...

These are what we put on our trailer and they are somewhat less expensive: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000COMX9K/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&th=1


Tim
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 03-31-2024, 04:51 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,655
Posted By Tim A.
Push to release latches are not just from the...

Push to release latches are not just from the marine industry, but, surprisingly enough, also the RV industry. Well, maybe not some of US RV industry.

Within a year of buying our 2002 new (the...
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 03-30-2024, 04:45 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,655
Posted By Tim A.
Interestingly enough, all cabinet doors and all...

Interestingly enough, all cabinet doors and all drawers in our 19' 2002 came from the factory with those push-to-release latches. They have never failed in the last 22 years!

Tim
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 03-24-2024, 11:49 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,847
Posted By Tim A.
There is considerable structural difference...

There is considerable structural difference between a fifth wheel frame and the frame for a standard trailer. In addition, fifth wheels tend to be much heavier than a standard trailer.

Perhaps...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 03-23-2024, 10:18 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,847
Posted By Tim A.
What are all the frame issues currently hitting...

What are all the frame issues currently hitting the market?

Tim
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 03-22-2024, 01:17 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 935
Posted By Tim A.
Thanks to SVTRIDE's post, it looks like you can...

Thanks to SVTRIDE's post, it looks like you can also get the pulls here: https://www.amazon.com/Atlas-Homewares-A602-BRN-Center-Cabinet/dp/B07V1RF4WX?th=1.

Tim
Forum: On The Road... 03-21-2024, 11:18 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,281
Posted By Tim A.
The furnace is better partly because of its ducts...

The furnace is better partly because of its ducts to the tanks. Below a temperature significantly above freezing (I think it's 42° F), heat pumps like on a trailer do not work well or not at all.
...
Forum: Windows & Screens 03-20-2024, 07:04 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 453
Posted By Tim A.
Information that might help you is here: ...

Information that might help you is here: https://www.airforums.com/forums/f456/window-seal-identification-204316.html.

Tim
Forum: Leaks - Weatherstrips, Gaskets, Caulks & Sealants 03-15-2024, 06:49 PM
Replies: 322
Views: 216,364
Posted By Tim A.
Sikaflex will work fine. I used it behind the...

Sikaflex will work fine. I used it behind the refrigerator in our 2002.

Tim
Forum: Exterior Restoration Forum 03-15-2024, 11:30 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 9,102
Posted By Tim A.
I made an aluminum version of the plastic...

I made an aluminum version of the plastic original. The flap door blows open with the exhaust fan on just like the door of the plastic one did.

My aluminum one looks just like the plastic...
Forum: 2016 - Current International 03-04-2024, 11:34 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,224
Posted By Tim A.
We have happily towed our 19' with a Hensley...

We have happily towed our 19' with a Hensley hitch since we bought the trailer new in 2002. If I were you, I would hang that ProPride on your new trailer and enjoy the towing ease such a hitch...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 03-01-2024, 09:55 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,556
Posted By Tim A.
Many years ago, the Atwood board in our...

Many years ago, the Atwood board in our Airstream's furnace died and was replaced under Atwood's warranty. The replacement board died within a month or two. We then installed a Dinosaur board which...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 02-24-2024, 06:12 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 738
Posted By Tim A.
Depends on what you call overkill. Since we...

Depends on what you call overkill. Since we bought our 2002 19' new, we have towed it with a Hensley hitch and couldn't be happier. No sway (as expected) and the trailer and the tow vehicle have...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 02-15-2024, 11:22 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,210
Posted By Tim A.
Ah yes, the old unibody thing. Well, all of the...

Ah yes, the old unibody thing. Well, all of the Jeep Grand Cherokees we have used for towing our 19' (see post above) were/are unibody. No problems because the vehicles were/are designed for...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 02-14-2024, 10:01 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,210
Posted By Tim A.
Many SUVs can tow that trailer. Although it is...

Many SUVs can tow that trailer. Although it is nominally 1 foot shorter, we have towed our 2002 19' since it was new with a number of Jeep Grand Cherokees with V8 engines. Although many consider it...
Forum: Brakes & Brake Controllers 02-06-2024, 07:17 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,987
Posted By Tim A.
TitusNW, check jefflew's other thread about a...

TitusNW, check jefflew's other thread about a loose nut in his brake drum (https://www.airforums.com/forums/f465/found-a-loose-nut-in-my-brake-drum-249547.html) and you will know why he is mucking...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 02-05-2024, 03:30 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,179
Posted By Tim A.
Gypsydad, thank you for your reply. We bought...

Gypsydad, thank you for your reply. We bought our Airstream new 22 years ago and still love it without ever having the factory do anything after our purchase. Would we buy another? Sure, except the...
Forum: Wheels, Hubs & Bearings 02-05-2024, 11:36 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,727
Posted By Tim A.
The adjuster holes probably did not have the...

The adjuster holes probably did not have the rubber plugs. That was discussed here (and probably elsewhere): https://www.airforums.com/forums/f439/2023-23fbt-no-drum-hole-plugs-ok-243596.html.
...
Forum: Wheels, Hubs & Bearings 02-04-2024, 12:03 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,727
Posted By Tim A.
Assuming the fifth nut is still in place, that...

Assuming the fifth nut is still in place, that loose nut might truly be the same as a pebble that you picked up. The four nuts visible in your photo are quite pristine in appearance. The loose nut...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 02-02-2024, 02:22 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,934
Posted By Tim A.
To help adjust your thinking, simply look at how...

To help adjust your thinking, simply look at how thick the wires are that are connected to a trailer's 12V battery.

Tim
Forum: On The Road... 01-30-2024, 01:40 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,165
Posted By Tim A.
It isn't just the temperature, it is also the...

It isn't just the temperature, it is also the length of time at that temperature.

Our trailer has done well at temperatures dropping as low as 9°F at night with our thermostat set at 62°F. That...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 01-26-2024, 03:28 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,695
Posted By Tim A.
We have used a Seagull filter for many years in...

We have used a Seagull filter for many years in our trailer and have been very happy with it. We use it for drinking and coffee water.

Tim
Forum: On The Road... 01-07-2024, 12:25 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,467
Posted By Tim A.
I suspect you were at Baker's Hole State Park if...

I suspect you were at Baker's Hole State Park if you could easily hike into Yellowstone Park and were only a few miles from West Yellowstone.

Henry's Lake State Park is in Idaho about 15 miles...
Forum: On The Road... 12-30-2023, 11:55 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,467
Posted By Tim A.
I can't offer any advice about Glacier, but might...

I can't offer any advice about Glacier, but might be able to help for Yellowstone Park. Opportunities west of Bozeman are limited. There are commercial RV parks on Highway 191 as it heads south...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 12-29-2023, 11:35 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,414
Posted By Tim A.
As mentioned by Richard 5933, the wind while...

As mentioned by Richard 5933, the wind while driving probably caused your furnace to quit working. If the flame goes out or there is a problem with the amount of air flowing past the sail switch,...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 12-27-2023, 09:55 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,414
Posted By Tim A.
The furnace fan can drain your battery (or...

The furnace fan can drain your battery (or batteries) quickly if you are not hooked up to shore power or a generator. You write "on route" or "en route." If you mean running the furnace during...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 12-17-2023, 02:30 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 881
Posted By Tim A.
I tend to agree! Tim

I tend to agree!

Tim
Forum: Windows & Screens 12-15-2023, 11:27 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 580
Posted By Tim A.
I suspect that the windows come from the...

I suspect that the windows come from the manufacturer with the screws already in place. Airstream then installs the windows, screws and all.

Tim
Forum: Windows & Screens 12-14-2023, 03:16 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 580
Posted By Tim A.
It looks like you have Hehr windows just like...

It looks like you have Hehr windows just like came with our 2002 Bambi which we bought new. Our window's screws (like in your pictures) are painted black and have never rusted. You might consider...
Forum: Axles 12-13-2023, 09:53 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,780
Posted By Tim A.
The answer is not to let them get really old. ...

The answer is not to let them get really old.

Tim
Forum: Tow Vehicles 12-10-2023, 11:52 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 7,720
Posted By Tim A.
Since buying it new in 2002, we have towed our...

Since buying it new in 2002, we have towed our 19' with several Jeep Grand Cherokees, all with V8 engines. The present version is a 2022. A Hensley hitch has been our trailer's companion the entire...
Forum: Computers, Internet & Satellite 12-09-2023, 10:33 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,894
Posted By Tim A.
I have nothing against doing so. If we decide to...

I have nothing against doing so. If we decide to invest in Star Link, I haven't decided if we will go the 12v route, but I might just be influenced by the fact that our Airstream has no inverter...
Forum: Computers, Internet & Satellite 12-09-2023, 07:13 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,894
Posted By Tim A.
Here is a very nice video about changing a Star...

Here is a very nice video about changing a Star Link system to 12v: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UxbPWwh7dqs.


The video discusses the Gen 2 Star Link antenna and router. Star Link has...
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 12-07-2023, 11:27 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,650
Posted By Tim A.
For many years, we have used a General Ecology...

For many years, we have used a General Ecology Nature Pure (https://generalecology.com/boat-rv/recreational-vehicles/) filter system installed inside our trailer. We use it only for drinking and...
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 12-05-2023, 06:40 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,710
Posted By Tim A.
I will suggest again a metal polish like Flitz. ...

I will suggest again a metal polish like Flitz. It will remove the metal that has rubbed off onto the gelcoat. It is safe (see the picture below showing that it is also meant for fiberglass).

Tim
Forum: Axles 12-05-2023, 06:32 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,780
Posted By Tim A.
If the axle is the original from 2006, it would...

If the axle is the original from 2006, it would not be unusual that it needs to be replaced.

Tim
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 12-04-2023, 01:10 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,710
Posted By Tim A.
Assuming that the wall is not scratched, metal...

Assuming that the wall is not scratched, metal that has rubbed off on it can usually be removed with metal polish like Flitz or Wenol.

Tim
Forum: Tow Vehicles 11-30-2023, 11:34 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 830
Posted By Tim A.
We tried a Curt controller for our 2022 Jeep...

We tried a Curt controller for our 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee and had problems with it. After looking at the Mopar and other controllers, we bought a Redarc. I was able to install the little...
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 11-30-2023, 11:29 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,808
Posted By Tim A.
You might be able to conceal that gap by sliding...

You might be able to conceal that gap by sliding the plastic edging on the wall up. If that is possible, I would put a couple of shims between the top of the wall and the plastic edging in order to...
Forum: 2018 - Current Globetrotter 11-29-2023, 05:38 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,743
Posted By Tim A.
For more than 20 years, I have put discoveries...

For more than 20 years, I have put discoveries like your screw in a little bag that I keep in the trailer. Sometimes, I have even later found where they came from!

Tim
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 11-28-2023, 04:51 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 787
Posted By Tim A.
Your Airstream is 15 years old and you are...

Your Airstream is 15 years old and you are unhappy with the way somebody at the Airstream factory installed the shower and its door. Perhaps you are being a little harsh.

Rather than placing...
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 11-17-2023, 04:41 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,736
Posted By Tim A.
Bucking rivets requires access to the back...

Bucking rivets requires access to the back (inside) side of the outer skin. For most if not all panels, that would require removing the inner skin which would be an expensive procedure. It is...
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 11-15-2023, 11:30 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 496
Posted By Tim A.
My suggestion is to buy something like the edging...

My suggestion is to buy something like the edging the Google search found and split it down the middle so it can be pushed (from one or both sides, as appropriate) into position from the outside.
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