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Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 07-09-2023, 09:44 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 13,155
Posted By SilverBuddha
Costco online sells the Flame King 30 lb. Empty...

Costco online sells the Flame King 30 lb. Empty Steel Cylinder (with OPD Valve) for $72.99 delivered to you.
My tanks are getting closer to their anniversary so I’m looking too.
Forum: 2016 - Current Classic (all lengths) 06-06-2019, 04:20 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,805
Posted By SilverBuddha
Another thumbs up on the Best Converter...

Another thumbs up on the Best Converter suggestion.
I ordered my Progressive Dynamics unit from Randy earlier this week.
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 10-18-2016, 07:54 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,358
Posted By SilverBuddha
Headed Out Wednesday

Kathy and I should be arriving Wednesday PM before sunset.
Loaded extra firewood tonight and will load the kayaks tomorrow.
The weather is looking great.

Back by popular demand I'm making Dutch...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 10-18-2016, 07:39 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,358
Posted By SilverBuddha
Boondock

Bill, sorry to hear about all your challenges. Thank you for posting an update.
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 10-16-2016, 12:06 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,358
Posted By SilverBuddha
Full Blooded Airstreamer

Brian,
I hope your "show and tell" adventure is successful. Looking forward to seeing all of you this week.
Kathy and I will arrive by Thursday PM at the latest but possibly even Wednesday PM.
We...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 10-01-2016, 09:29 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,358
Posted By SilverBuddha
I'm a Lumberjack and I'm OK

Hey Brian, I finally remembered to look for this thread, now that it's October.
Thanks again for taking care of the permit and rally thread.

I'll bring extra firewood, and since I live in this...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 10-01-2016, 08:33 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,310
Posted By SilverBuddha
Progressive Industries HW

I too selected the hard wire option. In addition to the benefits of the remote/ bypass, by having the remote located "inside" you can monitor your total electrical load (amperage) as you juggle using...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 09-09-2016, 07:07 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,588
Posted By SilverBuddha
Way to go Brian. Thank you for obtaining the...

Way to go Brian. Thank you for obtaining the permit (again).
Looking forward to catching up on everybody's Airstream adventures.

Cheers
Eric
Forum: Our Community 08-24-2016, 05:20 PM
Replies: 7,911
Views: 1,578,702
Posted By SilverBuddha
Current River

Happy Anniversary!
Too bad you guys couldn't join us on a float trip.
The Current River is living up to it's name.

Cheers
Eric & Kathy
Forum: 2009-2015 Flying Cloud 08-21-2016, 06:01 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,784
Posted By SilverBuddha
IKEA SmartAsen Computer Table

OK, we're using IKEA SmartAsen computer/ laptop stands.
Ordered Online.

The height is adjustable so I lower the table tops to rest on top of the sofa cushions when traveling. We have the leather...
Forum: 2009-2015 Flying Cloud 08-20-2016, 07:01 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,784
Posted By SilverBuddha
IKEA Table

I'm bringing our Airstream home (from where we store) tomorrow and headed out for a kayak/ camping trip in Southern Missouri.
I will look for a name/ part # on the tables and reply when I find it.
...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 08-17-2016, 09:09 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 7,383
Posted By SilverBuddha
Ac / dc

I would put money into a multi-stage charger (replacement) instead of trying to repair the 7300 single stage defective one.
In the mean time you can use an automotive style of battery charger to...
Forum: 2009-2015 Flying Cloud 08-17-2016, 08:53 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,784
Posted By SilverBuddha
Welcome To The Airstream Lounge

Our Airstream has stayed in the lounge position all of this year and so far, no problems.
However, it appears the table does have more support in the upright position.

We use two portable tables...
Forum: General Repair Forum 08-17-2016, 08:26 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,207
Posted By SilverBuddha
Thumbs Up For Bill Thomas

I also agree that Bill Thomas would be a good choice.
They installed an awning package for me earlier this year and I was very pleased with the service and installation.
There are also several...
Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 04-10-2016, 11:31 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,705
Posted By SilverBuddha
Visit the www.technomadia.com website and pick up...

Visit the www.technomadia.com website and pick up a copy of their "The Mobile Internet Handbook" on Kindle or .pdf E-book. Just updated in Feb. 2016.
They are long time full timers working remotely...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 02-27-2016, 08:03 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,588
Posted By SilverBuddha
2016 Spring Boondock

Greetings all,
We just un-winterized (temporarly) and are camping in St. Charles for the weekend. Bill Thomas RV installed an awning package on our 25' FC and we're hoping to get a lot of use from...
Forum: Other Rallies & Events 02-24-2016, 08:50 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 13,712
Posted By SilverBuddha
Spring Fever

Looking forward to catching up with everyone any hoping this rally won't be your first time out in your Airstream in 2016.
We're having an awning package installed this Friday (street side and rear)...
Forum: On The Road... 02-24-2016, 08:01 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,489
Posted By SilverBuddha
U Need More Vacation Time

Another vote for the San Juan Skyway loop. Did it last summer but we spent two weeks there and wished we had four weeks to explore.
Breathtaking views at every turn which a photograph just can't...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 01-24-2016, 08:11 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,365
Posted By SilverBuddha
24 Volt Solar Panels

Since the topic is about solar panel voltage, what would be the disadvantage of using 24 volt (nominal) solar panels connected to a dual voltage 12/24 MPPT Charge Controller (Blue Sky)?
Forum: On The Road... 01-24-2016, 07:12 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,503
Posted By SilverBuddha
Eatery 66 Airstream Food Truck

Did you happen to stop at Eatery 66 in Ridgway?
A nice young family operates a restaurant/ Food Truck out of their 1966 Airstream trailer (hence the 66 in the name Eatery 66).
They're closed for...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 10-19-2015, 12:31 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,588
Posted By SilverBuddha
Schedule

Brian, I'm considering camping on Thursday (after work) and then picking Kathy up in Columbia Friday afternoon.
We should all be able to get a lakeside camp site.
I'll bring a load of firewood...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 10-07-2015, 09:17 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,368
Posted By SilverBuddha
Urge to Surge

For my purposes, surge protection was only a secondary consideration.

While camped at an independent campground, I noticed the air conditioner struggling when starting. Fortunately, I had my...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 10-04-2015, 09:04 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,588
Posted By SilverBuddha
Chili Festival

Welcome back, Brian. Looking forward to hearing tall tales of your trip.

We Boondocked this weekend at a chili festival in Lupus, MO. It's a fund raiser for the town of Lupus ( population 33) and...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 09-19-2015, 09:40 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 20,525
Posted By SilverBuddha
Serta 3" Cool Gel Mattress Topper

While preparing for a two week Colorado trip (earlier this summer) one of our concerns was possible discomfort while sleeping on the stock mattresses.
Realizing that the (twin) mattresses are placed...
Forum: Photography 08-24-2015, 08:16 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 8,779
Posted By SilverBuddha
Molas Pass, Colorado

246262
Forum: On The Road... 08-18-2015, 06:49 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,983
Posted By SilverBuddha
Best Route For (fill in the blank)

Silversled,
Your "best" route will depend on your intentions.

If your journey allows time for some relaxing sightseeing, I would take the same route that TG Twinkie just posted. In fact I did,...
Forum: Photography 08-15-2015, 07:54 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 8,779
Posted By SilverBuddha
San Juan Mountains between Durango and Silverton,...

San Juan Mountains between Durango and Silverton, Colorado.
Forum: Boondocking 08-09-2015, 05:35 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 13,709
Posted By SilverBuddha
Forewarned is Forearmed

Considering at least 50% of the population is prone to altitude sickness, how do you know which category you'll fall into?
Either way, this topic is an important reminder to research areas you...
Forum: Our Community 07-31-2015, 06:35 PM
Replies: 7,911
Views: 1,578,702
Posted By SilverBuddha
Airstreams are showing a strong presence in...

Airstreams are showing a strong presence in SouthWest Colorado.
We drove past two this morning at Morefield Campground in Mesa Verde National Park, spotted two more in Dolores, and are at a...
Forum: Tires 07-31-2015, 06:18 PM
Replies: 168
Views: 26,663
Posted By SilverBuddha
I'm 1,300 miles into a Colorado trip and I'm very...

I'm 1,300 miles into a Colorado trip and I'm very happy with the performance of my TST 507 flow through sensors. I like the convenience of being able to double check the tire pressures with a hand...
Forum: Other Clubs 07-12-2015, 09:11 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,189
Posted By SilverBuddha
Same Results

Greetings and congratulations on the new Airstream acquisition.
With all of this rain and flooding in Missouri lately, I was considering putting pontoons under my AS.

I had the same results when...
Forum: On The Road... 07-09-2015, 07:52 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,532
Posted By SilverBuddha
Try the Kansas Dept. of Transportation website at...

Try the Kansas Dept. of Transportation website at KDOT: Home (https://www.ksdot.org) for construction updates.

Safe Travels
Forum: Tires 07-08-2015, 06:45 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 8,412
Posted By SilverBuddha
I recently installed TST 507 Flow Through sensors...

I recently installed TST 507 Flow Through sensors and like the performance. No repeater was required so far. I like the "flow through" design so that you don't need to remove the sensors to add air...
Forum: On The Road... 05-25-2015, 07:33 PM
Replies: 2,893
Views: 710,971
Posted By SilverBuddha
Mid-Missouri Scenic View North of Rolla

Scenic View rest area along Hwy 63 in Mid-Missouri while returning from a kayak trip on the Big Piney River. We've driven past this Rest Area at least 100 times and never stopped but today we decided...
Forum: Community Polls 05-08-2015, 07:09 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 16,957
Posted By SilverBuddha
Is There A Carpenter In The House?

Why Mrs. Welsh, I do believe you know a good carpenter who could modify that little ol table to make room for your "Queen" size recliner.

Good luck on your quest for another perfect Airstream.
...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 04-28-2015, 08:10 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,851
Posted By SilverBuddha
Urban Boondocking

We've been practicing some "Urban Boondocking" in St. Louis lately while my mom was on Hospice care. Needless to say, we couldn't have a campfire.

We'll arrive on Friday and I'll bring some...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 04-15-2015, 09:20 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,607
Posted By SilverBuddha
East or West?

Hey Steve,

Is that Dunkin photo-bombing your wildflower scene?

Your weather forecast looks much more favorable than Oklahoma and your solar panels should actually see some photon exposure....
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 04-15-2015, 08:54 PM
Replies: 129
Views: 17,704
Posted By SilverBuddha
Time Travel Back To The 60's

We're hitched, packed, loaded, and on the road by 12:30 pm Thursday.
I couldn't locate our Fondue pot for the "pot-luck" so we'll be bringing something that swims.

Safe travels and see you in...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 03-10-2015, 10:05 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 10,920
Posted By SilverBuddha
May 8-10 would be our preference too! This time...

May 8-10 would be our preference too!
This time I've got a generator, good batteries, and Yakima racks for the kayaks.

Thank you Brian, for putting another Boondocking rally together.

Cheers...
Forum: On The Road... 03-01-2015, 12:15 PM
Replies: 963
Views: 155,383
Posted By SilverBuddha
Outside Looking In

Unfortunately, the locks are frozen and I'm on the outside looking in. Brrrrrrr....
Forum: On The Road... 03-01-2015, 12:08 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 7,969
Posted By SilverBuddha
Custom CIPA Slide On Mirrors

I just picked up a pair of CIPA custom slide on mirrors which slide over the stock mirrors and lock into place with a threaded knob.
They are a snug fit and allow you to still adjust your stock...
Forum: On The Road... 03-01-2015, 09:17 AM
Replies: 2,893
Views: 710,971
Posted By SilverBuddha
18 More Days Until Spring Break Escape

18 more days until Spring Break escape.

My 2015 calendar must be defective. It shows it's March but I think it's stuck on January!

Cheers
Forum: On The Road... 03-01-2015, 07:35 AM
Replies: 306
Views: 36,069
Posted By SilverBuddha
10 Acres of Courtesy Parking

Looks like a sweet setup. 10 acres would provide some nice courtesy parking for your Airstream family (wink wink).

Last summer, we arrived on Orcas Island as you were leaving. We originally...
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 02-22-2015, 05:52 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,018
Posted By SilverBuddha
LP Tank Tare Weight

Worthington Industries lists a 30# steel tank at 23.3 lbs tare weight (empty) and a 30# aluminum tank at 16.5 lbs Tare weight.
6.8 lb difference x 2 tanks = 13.6 lbs
If you don't keep your tanks...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 02-07-2015, 10:11 AM
Replies: 129
Views: 17,704
Posted By SilverBuddha
Thank you in advance for all involved in...

Thank you in advance for all involved in organizing this Rally.

We met several of you (who are signed up) at the Mid-Missouri Boondock last Fall and enjoyed the company. Looking forward to meeting...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 02-04-2015, 09:15 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,327
Posted By SilverBuddha
Interstate Battery Store

Fl Camper,

If your Airstream has stock Interstate batteries, you can take them to any Interstate battery dealer ( Panama City, FL has several) and they will perform a load test. There is a date...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 01-27-2015, 08:58 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 9,393
Posted By SilverBuddha
Electric Generators Direct 4 Honda

Sorry about your troubles with WiseSales. I too got nothing but false promises for a month until I contacted my credit card company and ended the nonsense.
Try Electric Generators Direct. I received...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 01-24-2015, 09:04 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 16,217
Posted By SilverBuddha
RV Adapter Catalog

This thread makes a great resource for RV adapters I didn't even know existed.
Lot's of great options. Thanks for sharing.
Forum: 2009-2015 Flying Cloud 01-23-2015, 08:14 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 10,949
Posted By SilverBuddha
Twin Bed 2 Step

Enjoy the extra storage, the floor space between the beds for getting dressed, the ease of making the beds and not having to climb over my spouse to get out of bed to use the facilities.
We camped...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 01-08-2015, 09:24 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 10,072
Posted By SilverBuddha
Electric Generators Direct knows Customer Service

I'm very happy with the excellent customer service I received from "Electric Generators Direct". I placed an order for 2 Honda EU2000 generators on Tuesday afternoon and they arrived at my doorstep...
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