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Forum: Forum Admin, News and Member Account Info 06-23-2019, 04:09 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 30,507
Posted By SilverRanger
Can someone give me some advice on how to be a...

Can someone give me some advice on how to be a contributing member? I was one for years, but I don't recall it being so difficult to contribute. Every time I hit the link to contribute, it tells.me I...
Forum: Vintage Kin 02-03-2013, 07:26 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 11,472
Posted By SilverRanger
That was my take as well, and would love to see...

That was my take as well, and would love to see some real competition on this side of the pond. I'm more a fan of the style than the company, and competition could lead to a better product.
Forum: On The Road... 01-18-2013, 01:40 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 6,958
Posted By SilverRanger
If you're going to be near NOLA, I recommend...

If you're going to be near NOLA, I recommend Bayou Segnette State Park. As a previous poster said, it's only about 20 minutes from The French Quarter. We've been there twice, and love it. They offer...
Forum: Dollars & Cents 12-11-2012, 11:15 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,852
Posted By SilverRanger
Glad you had a good experience with Spot. The...

Glad you had a good experience with Spot. The unit was on and tracking. In fact, the owner of the rig confirmed our location on his computer prior to contacting them, as he was periodically following...
Forum: Dollars & Cents 12-10-2012, 11:01 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,852
Posted By SilverRanger
I've had experience with Good Sam's ERS, AAA Plus...

I've had experience with Good Sam's ERS, AAA Plus RV, and SPOT Satellite GPS Messenger with Roadside Assistance.

While their service was good for many years, I dropped AAA in favor of Good Sam ERS...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 11-29-2012, 05:36 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,900
Posted By SilverRanger
There have only been about three times we have...

There have only been about three times we have had to cancel and, based on my experience, and reading the cancellation policies of many campgrounds, I've found that being charged for the first night...
Forum: Stella's Kitchen 11-24-2012, 07:06 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,198
Posted By SilverRanger
I like the lumpy, preferably home made. I guess,...

I like the lumpy, preferably home made. I guess, for me, it's better to chew, rather than slurp. The kids liked the jelly, which is also fun to eat and play with, so we usually had both.
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 11-24-2012, 06:52 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 9,553
Posted By SilverRanger
With the heater on my 2005 Bambi, the fan comes...

With the heater on my 2005 Bambi, the fan comes on, and a few seconds later, there is a clicking sound of the electronic ignition trying to ignite the flame. In my experience, if you don't hear this...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 11-07-2012, 09:03 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,175
Posted By SilverRanger
I'm 1,200 miles from home, without the Airstream....

I'm 1,200 miles from home, without the Airstream. This is the first trip in over 7 years without an Airstream. I miss the convenience of having a bed, kitchen, and man cave following behind.
Forum: Our Community 10-30-2012, 12:21 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,532
Posted By SilverRanger
Thumbs up Adios, Jim.

I'll miss your unique perspective. Best of luck with your truck camper. Keep us posted.
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 10-30-2012, 12:17 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,167
Posted By SilverRanger
Looks like you already have a handle on the cause...

Looks like you already have a handle on the cause of the problem. Here is a link to a thread where this problem was discussed. There are more than one. Just go to the search feature and Google...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 10-30-2012, 11:49 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 6,044
Posted By SilverRanger
Thumbs up Reporting in from ground zero.

We were blessed.

No damage to the Airstream! Glad we moved it to higher, treeless ground. Based on the number, and size, of the branches in our driveway, there would have been significant damage....
Forum: Off Topic Forum 10-29-2012, 10:30 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 6,044
Posted By SilverRanger
Thumbs up Thanks for the tip on Crown Weather Services....

Thanks for the tip on Crown Weather Services. It's all there. Better than keeping more than a dozen tabs open.
Forum: On The Road... 10-27-2012, 10:00 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,451
Posted By SilverRanger
It's still to early to accurately predict, but...

It's still to early to accurately predict, but according to the current maps and models, which are subject to change, we're pretty much at ground zero. As it gets nearer I plan to move the Airstream...
Forum: Electronics & Connectivity 10-25-2012, 08:28 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,203
Posted By SilverRanger
I've found Google Maps to be a reliable back up...

I've found Google Maps to be a reliable back up when my Tom Tom won't recognize an address, which happens rather frequently.
Forum: Off Topic Forum 10-24-2012, 04:16 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,168
Posted By SilverRanger
I liked the gun rack. It gives me an idea for the...

I liked the gun rack. It gives me an idea for the next mod.:lol:
Forum: Winterizing, Storage, Carports & Covers 10-24-2012, 09:02 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,881
Posted By SilverRanger
Sorry I didn't see your question until now. Been...

Sorry I didn't see your question until now. Been traveling. I may have more space to work with, but I attached my suction hose to a PEX swivel elbow. I found some plastic hose that just slipped on...
Forum: Community Polls 10-11-2012, 04:45 AM
Replies: 2,183
Views: 241,781
Posted By SilverRanger
Because, with this Airstream, we have been all...

Because, with this Airstream, we have been all over this beautiful country, and much of Canada, around 50,000 miles, where have met some of the nicest, and most interesting people on the planet....
Forum: On The Road... 10-09-2012, 10:27 AM
Replies: 1,989
Views: 277,738
Posted By SilverRanger
It's always fun to sit at the dinette behind the...

It's always fun to sit at the dinette behind the tinted glass and watch people walking by stop and start pointing at the Airstream. And you're right, "I didn't know they made them anymore." seems to...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 10-02-2012, 08:38 AM
Replies: 111
Views: 7,788
Posted By SilverRanger
Thumbs up Yep, the Longbowman Salute. It still does the job...

Yep, the Longbowman Salute. It still does the job and has a certain historical nuance. Whilst being expressive, it never hurts to enlighten them. Maybe I'll recommend this important historical symbol...
Forum: On The Road... 10-01-2012, 08:59 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 894
Posted By SilverRanger
Hi Paula, Consider taking the Chesapeake Bay...

Hi Paula,
Consider taking the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel (I know it's expensive, I've done it several times) up to Salisbury, MD on Rt. 13. There is a bypass around Salisbury, and I recommend it. ...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 09-28-2012, 11:49 PM
Replies: 111
Views: 7,788
Posted By SilverRanger
When flipped off these days, I prefer to return...

When flipped off these days, I prefer to return the two-fingered salute, also known as "The Longbowman Salute". It's still derisive, yet not quite as ... personal, and tends to confuse them.
Forum: Off Topic Forum 09-22-2012, 10:05 PM
Replies: 169
Views: 12,422
Posted By SilverRanger
"There's no such thing as a stupid...

"There's no such thing as a stupid question".
Forum: WBCCI Rallies & Events 09-17-2012, 08:00 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,123
Posted By SilverRanger
Thumbs up It's never too late, Nancy. We'll do the...

It's never too late, Nancy. We'll do the registration thing after you get there. We're glad you're coming.
Forum: WBCCI Rallies & Events 09-17-2012, 12:23 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,123
Posted By SilverRanger
Mrs. SilverRanger will try to get out something...

Mrs. SilverRanger will try to get out something in the way of an agenda this evening. Basically, Thursday will be happy hour and then dinner on your own. On Friday evening, happy hour will be...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 09-09-2012, 09:22 AM
Replies: 252
Views: 24,333
Posted By SilverRanger
If the Brits had decided to eat onions instead of...

If the Brits had decided to eat onions instead of limes, it could have changed history. At least a different nickname.
Forum: On The Road... 09-08-2012, 11:06 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 11,675
Posted By SilverRanger
I remember that, Sal. I was just learning to...

I remember that, Sal. I was just learning to drive, was a bit heavy-footed, and had quite a few points. After you got ten points, the DMV would call you in for the interview. That was back when...
Forum: On The Road... 09-08-2012, 10:56 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 11,675
Posted By SilverRanger
Back in the day, we referred to that practice as...

Back in the day, we referred to that practice as a 'roadside plea bargain'. Some officers would discretely write your actual speed, and circle it, at the bottom of the ticket so if you decided to...
Forum: On The Road... 09-08-2012, 02:30 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 11,675
Posted By SilverRanger
True. A few years ago my daughter got a speeding...

True. A few years ago my daughter got a speeding in Virginia. After a couple of weeks she was contacted by no less than two law firms that offered (for a substantial fee) to "represent" her, and get...
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 09-06-2012, 11:05 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,719
Posted By SilverRanger
Our filiform started about a year after purchase....

Our filiform started about a year after purchase. We didn't replace any panels, but did replace some of the components, such as the tail light bezels and the door grab. Turns out that the AS parts...
Forum: Stella's Kitchen 09-04-2012, 04:59 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,413
Posted By SilverRanger
Yes. I use one of these: The Official Online...

Yes. I use one of these:
The Official Online Store for Nesco Dehydrators...
Forum: Stella's Kitchen 09-04-2012, 12:10 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,413
Posted By SilverRanger
Thumbs up I love tomatoes...

...and those are really nice ones. Never canned any, but I have dehydrated lots of them. My wife just made some Saffron Vinaigrette, so now I'm drooling. I'll be out in the garden in 5 minutes.
Forum: On The Road... 09-03-2012, 04:48 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,293
Posted By SilverRanger
Having just traveled the same route to Kansas...

Having just traveled the same route to Kansas City just two weeks ago, I fully concur. I've been on some better maintained roads in parts of the Yukon Territory.
Forum: Off Topic Forum 09-02-2012, 03:50 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,999
Posted By SilverRanger
Thumbs up Best of luck in your research. Don't forget: ...

Best of luck in your research. Don't forget:
Ad*os A**stream (or any variation thereof)
B*b Wh**l*r
Forum: On The Road... 09-01-2012, 06:41 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 6,075
Posted By SilverRanger
Thumbs up Cool. Good to know. My doctor has me taking fish...

Cool. Good to know. My doctor has me taking fish oil capsules. When I burp, the cat thinks I opened a bag of treats, and follows me around for awhile.
Forum: Photography 08-31-2012, 11:47 AM
Replies: 209
Views: 23,892
Posted By SilverRanger
Great colours, Jay. That shot in Watson Lake...

Great colours, Jay. That shot in Watson Lake brings back memories.
Forum: Photography 08-31-2012, 11:44 AM
Replies: 209
Views: 23,892
Posted By SilverRanger
Thumbs up Nice Picture!

Nice Picture!
Forum: Member Introductions 08-31-2012, 07:34 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,009
Posted By SilverRanger
Truth! I have found that if I even visit or just...

Truth! I have found that if I even visit or just read a thread on the main page, it disappears until someone else posts. One of the mods recently posted an easy way to find such a thread, that works...
Forum: Community Polls 08-30-2012, 04:50 PM
Replies: 2,183
Views: 241,781
Posted By SilverRanger
Listen to the dogs. They are only concerned about...

Listen to the dogs. They are only concerned about your well-being.
:D
Forum: Our Community 08-30-2012, 04:28 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,067
Posted By SilverRanger
I wish I had a better idea, but we clean them...

I wish I had a better idea, but we clean them much the same way, sans those screws, thankfully. We use a soft long bristled brush on the screens, and in the window channels before we wipe them down...
Forum: Member Introductions 08-30-2012, 10:36 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,009
Posted By SilverRanger
Talking I'm not as knowledgeable and beautiful as Janet,...

I'm not as knowledgeable and beautiful as Janet, but try this. Go to your profile by clicking on your screen name. Then click on "statistics". Then click on 'Find all posts by fossilseeker'. A list...
Forum: Forum Admin, News and Member Account Info 08-29-2012, 08:15 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,088
Posted By SilverRanger
I can hear you all the way from Delaware.

I can hear you all the way from Delaware.
Forum: WBCCI Rallies & Events 08-29-2012, 07:34 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,123
Posted By SilverRanger
Thumbs up There are 30 amp plugs at each site, Frank. Most...

There are 30 amp plugs at each site, Frank. Most of the group should be centered around A Loop. Looking forward to seeing you and your family.
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 08-29-2012, 07:28 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 923
Posted By SilverRanger
Good Sam ERS Platinum has come through for us...

Good Sam ERS Platinum has come through for us everywhere, from towing a borrowed Airstream and tow vehicle in British Columbia, to a dead battery/lockout in Ohio, to a flat tire in Maryland. We had...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 08-28-2012, 04:28 PM
Replies: 1,764
Views: 196,636
Posted By SilverRanger
This is a picture of my first car. 1959 Ford...

This is a picture of my first car. 1959 Ford Fairlane 500 Galaxie, black w/red interior, chrome fender skirts. Maybe not the coolest, but it was fast, and had a spacious back seat that was there when...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 08-28-2012, 04:07 PM
Replies: 1,764
Views: 196,636
Posted By SilverRanger
Cool car! :D

Cool car!
:D
Forum: Airstream "In the News" 08-27-2012, 11:24 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 17,926
Posted By SilverRanger
Thumbs up Good observations, Chuck. It seems Airstream...

Good observations, Chuck. It seems Airstream could have used you on their marketing team. If I recall, the way I found out about the Airstream/KOA project was here on the forum, and it was announced...
Forum: Airstream "In the News" 08-27-2012, 05:25 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 17,926
Posted By SilverRanger
Thumbs up If so, this will probably be as close as we will...

If so, this will probably be as close as we will ever get to seeing what kind of tow vehicle, and weight distributing systems are "Airstream Recommended"
:D
Forum: Airstream "In the News" 08-27-2012, 05:21 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 17,926
Posted By SilverRanger
Gene, We rented one of those Airstreams at...

Gene,
We rented one of those Airstreams at Circus Circus for our kids when we were in Vegas at the start of our cross country trip in 2010. My wife recalls them renting for about $150.00 per night...
Forum: On The Road... 08-26-2012, 07:17 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 6,661
Posted By SilverRanger
Thumbs up We always wave, or flash the lights whenever...

We always wave, or flash the lights whenever possible, and only sometimes get a response. But we were passing through Sedalia, MO last week, and an elderly gentleman in bib overalls waved, and gave...
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