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Forum: General Repair Forum 09-13-2019, 12:54 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 9,325
Posted By awiegel
Last weekend I finally changed the 5200lb rated...

Last weekend I finally changed the 5200lb rated outer wheel bearings and drums for the 6000lb rated combo. Also went from Chinese bearings to USA made Timkens.

The small outer bearings were the...
Forum: General Repair Forum 09-13-2019, 12:43 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 9,325
Posted By awiegel
Were the Michelins the German made commercial rib...

Were the Michelins the German made commercial rib tires or regular LT type?
Do you notice any difference between the Michelin LTs and the new Goodyears?

Thanks,
Andrew
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 09-03-2019, 04:16 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,814
Posted By awiegel
On our FB 22 sport, I put the two AGM batteris,...

On our FB 22 sport, I put the two AGM batteris, heavier than yours, and the Magnum Hybrid inverter, under the seat near the door to have them as close to the axel as practical. I added a layer of...
Forum: General Repair Forum 08-31-2019, 10:35 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 9,325
Posted By awiegel
Great mods. Don’t forget to upgrade tires

Great mods. Don’t forget to upgrade tires
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 08-31-2019, 10:14 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 16,551
Posted By awiegel
We have a number of years now on our FB22. We...

We have a number of years now on our FB22.
We have done few things to deal with original shortcomings, and now would not want any other model.

First, on the single axel issue, all you need to do...
Forum: Tires 03-09-2019, 02:21 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 11,819
Posted By awiegel
I do not recall the load range on the original...

I do not recall the load range on the original tires. They were the Goodyears that came on the trailer. They were made in China and I doubt they actually had the load capacity they claimed, although...
Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 02-24-2019, 08:05 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,591
Posted By awiegel
Please look at your tires. We have a 22ft FB...

Please look at your tires. We have a 22ft FB Sport. At 4500 lbs with a single axle on two tires, these trailers are very demanding on tire quality and the Chinese tires will blow out.

I would...
Forum: Tires 02-24-2019, 12:11 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 11,819
Posted By awiegel
The tires that fell apart, one of which really...

The tires that fell apart, one of which really went to pieces, were the original Marathons.

Yes. The tires I am running now on my AS are Michelin RIB commercial tires made in Germany. Many folks...
Forum: Tires 02-10-2019, 09:15 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 11,819
Posted By awiegel
I too learned my lesson the hard way. GoodYear,...

I too learned my lesson the hard way. GoodYear, properly inflated with about 3000 miles on it and only two years old, blew out on the interstate. The other one didn't blow, but the tread was clearly...
Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 08-05-2018, 09:53 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,933
Posted By awiegel
Can weld a bolt on the end

Some of us have had pretty good luck just welding a 10 inch bolt with a 3/4 head right on to the end of the threaded rod on the screw jack. Worked well for me.

I also found that adding some...
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 09-23-2017, 12:07 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 6,204
Posted By awiegel
I would suggest that you look at AGM batteries...

I would suggest that you look at AGM batteries for best value over time. (not cheapest on initial purchase, just best value over time) No out gassing, mil -spec. I run 2 Life Line 6 volt GPL 4CT...
Forum: Stella's Kitchen 09-23-2017, 12:00 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 7,070
Posted By awiegel
I had not heard of those before. I went to Google...

I had not heard of those before. I went to Google to find out what they are. Found an interesting review:

https://thesweethome.com/reviews/best-air-fryer/

Interesting that the article concludes...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 09-23-2017, 11:53 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 12,037
Posted By awiegel
We boondock a lot. On our 22FB Sport, I took...

We boondock a lot.

On our 22FB Sport, I took the location between the propane tanks and the trailer body to mount my Honda 2000 generator. Then, I put a couple Life Line military spec AGM 6 volt...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 09-23-2017, 11:28 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,297
Posted By awiegel
I still have my Westfalia 1989 Vanagon pop up....

I still have my Westfalia 1989 Vanagon pop up. Replaced it with my 22FB Sport.
Single owner, California car and low miles, but it is worth more than I paid for it new now, and going up all the time....
Forum: Roof 09-23-2017, 11:22 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 6,272
Posted By awiegel
The rivets available from Airstream have a...

The rivets available from Airstream have a sealing washer and are designed to be smooth on top after installation. For the right finish look, you would need a "rivet cutter" unless you are really...
Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 09-19-2017, 11:02 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 18,336
Posted By awiegel
Michelin Ribs / no longer worry about tires

We have now had our 22FB Sport for 4 years and still think it is the ideal trailer for two of us and our dog. I made a few changes to the interior and after a high speed blow out on original factory...
Forum: Boondocking 10-30-2016, 11:25 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 18,270
Posted By awiegel
Just What I Did

I spoke with the local blue water sailboat outfitters. They set up systems that have to keep working on sail boats in the middle of the ocean.

On their advice, I went with a pair of Lifeline 6...
Forum: Tires 10-09-2016, 12:31 PM
Replies: 110
Views: 15,666
Posted By awiegel
In case any other single axle owners want to know...

In case any other single axle owners want to know the details, the tires are 225/75 R16 Michelin XPS Rib, rated to 2680lbs, which cost $245 each from Tire Rack. I inflate them to 72 psi based upon...
Forum: Tires 10-09-2016, 10:42 AM
Replies: 110
Views: 15,666
Posted By awiegel
What I decided to do for a single axle Airstream

I have one of the single axle Airstreams. It is a 2014 22 ft Sport. It's demands on tires are more than those of any but the largest tandem axle trailers: 4500lbs GVW: that's 2250lbs per wheel at...
Forum: Tires 07-03-2016, 02:51 PM
Replies: 110
Views: 15,666
Posted By awiegel
Going 16 inch Michelin - To Rib or LTX?

I have one of the single axle trailers, a 22 ft FBR. Great trailer, very maneuverable, but that is a lot of weight on two tires.

On this last trip, one of the GYMs separated on a curve at freeway...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 04-27-2014, 10:07 PM
Replies: 327
Views: 68,422
Posted By awiegel
Andy, I would like to take this opportunity...

Andy,

I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for all of your writing on the subject of weight transfer. I resisted the dealer's insistence on using a set of rather heavy Equal-I-zer...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 04-27-2014, 08:03 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,411
Posted By awiegel
Quote: Originally Posted by bgoldberg "I just...

Quote:
Originally Posted by bgoldberg "I just bought my first airstream. It has a 15,000 btu ac. the Honda site says the 3000 is good to 13,500 btu. What size do I need to power the 15,000? I see a...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 04-27-2014, 12:08 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 16,175
Posted By awiegel
By the way, Has everyone already seen the...

By the way,

Has everyone already seen the lock down setup for the Honda 2000?

LowPro LockDown. Keep what’s yours. (https://lowprolockdown.com/)

-Andrew
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 04-27-2014, 12:04 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 16,175
Posted By awiegel
Hi B. Goldberg You will find there is a very...

Hi B. Goldberg

You will find there is a very big difference in size and weight when you go from Honda 2000 to 3000 or bigger. This is why a lot of folks suggest using two of the Honda 2000 units...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 04-27-2014, 11:56 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 16,175
Posted By awiegel
Thank you J. Morgan It is starting to sound...

Thank you J. Morgan

It is starting to sound like the generator booster inverters from Magnum and Zantrex will help the little Honda take care of starting the A/C and the surge fluctuations, but...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 04-26-2014, 10:08 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 16,175
Posted By awiegel
Update on the search: I have found an...

Update on the search:

I have found an inverter which is advertised as being able to supplement a generator. It is the Xantrex Freedom SW-12 New Generation. The Ad says: "A key feature...
Forum: Our Community 04-20-2014, 11:38 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 5,009
Posted By awiegel
Save some weight without any compromise by going...

Save some weight without any compromise by going with an alloy wheel, and an electric Jack is completely unnecessary unless you have joint issues.

I found that the cabinetry was in general built...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 04-19-2014, 10:30 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 16,175
Posted By awiegel
What I was told by the supplier when I started...

What I was told by the supplier when I started thinking about this is that a Magnum 2012 would do the whole job. I just don't see how it would charge and invert at the same time.
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 04-19-2014, 10:27 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 16,175
Posted By awiegel
Bill, If your CPAP is Phillips, you can just...

Bill,

If your CPAP is Phillips, you can just get a 12 volt cord and run it on 12 volts. Did that for my wife. It works fine.


Andrew
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 04-19-2014, 09:54 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 16,175
Posted By awiegel
The Honda would be connected only to the charger,...

The Honda would be connected only to the charger, not the house wiring. The Charger would be supplying current to the batteries as the batteries were supplying current through inverter to power A/C. ...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 04-18-2014, 10:25 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 16,175
Posted By awiegel
Although the You Tube video shows TimCat100...

Although the You Tube video shows TimCat100 manages to get his Honda EU2000 to synchronize and supply power in parallel with his Xantrax inverter, other forums are casting a lot of doubt on the...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 04-18-2014, 09:49 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 16,175
Posted By awiegel
You can find the You Tube Video by putting this...

You can find the You Tube Video by putting this isn the search bar:

"Paralell Honda generators with any inverter pure sine wave testing"


Andrew
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 04-18-2014, 09:47 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 16,175
Posted By awiegel
Found the you tube video: ...

Found the you tube video:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t0Q0TSwKBNI

Andrew
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 04-18-2014, 06:26 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 16,175
Posted By awiegel
Thank you idroba. I have a friend who is a...

Thank you idroba. I have a friend who is a Silicon Valley power supply specialist. He may know some more about this. If true, it is exactly the answer I am looking for. I think I will search a bit on...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 04-18-2014, 11:12 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 16,175
Posted By awiegel
Wow. Thank you to everyone who responded so...

Wow.
Thank you to everyone who responded so quickly and with so much thoughtful information.

You are right that my considerations are driven primarily by weight and the expectation that the A/C...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 04-17-2014, 10:23 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 16,175
Posted By awiegel
Using inverter and generator together?

The A/C unit requires something like 3.5 kW to run right, but does not actually draw that much all the time. The little Honda 2000 generator can not start it, but could almost keep up once it is...
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