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Forum: On The Road... 11-03-2019, 10:11 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 7,094
Posted By Riverdrifter
We have taken our 30’ Airstream on the Twassen...

We have taken our 30’ Airstream on the Twassen Ferry several times at different tides with no problems. I wouldn’t give it a second thought! A campground in Winthrop that often has vintage and...
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 06-10-2019, 01:45 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 11,570
Posted By Riverdrifter
We did the same in our 30’ Serenity. Works so...

We did the same in our 30’ Serenity. Works so well!
Forum: On The Road... 05-29-2019, 10:12 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,843
Posted By Riverdrifter
There is a nice RV park in St Regis calls Nugget...

There is a nice RV park in St Regis calls Nugget RV. A comfortable drive from Seattle. Bozeman Hot Springs RV Park is nice and you get to use the natural hot springs there! In West Yellowstone...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 01-03-2019, 07:31 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 33,625
Posted By Riverdrifter
I have a 30’ international that I have pulled for...

I have a 30’ international that I have pulled for 6 years with 1500 Ram 5.7. I have been all over the west including big pulls in Arizona, New Mexico, the grapevine in CA and the Vantage grade in Wa...
Forum: Jacks, Stabilizers, Lifting and Leveling 11-06-2018, 09:49 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 21,063
Posted By Riverdrifter
I too replaced to Baker with a Husky 5000. I...

I too replaced to Baker with a Husky 5000. I don’t notice it is very slow, I love the remote and it makes engaging the chains on my Blue Ox so easy since it can easily lift the hitched up truck and...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 06-15-2018, 11:00 AM
Replies: 122
Views: 39,789
Posted By Riverdrifter
I’ve used the Blue Ox system for 4 years now and...

I’ve used the Blue Ox system for 4 years now and love it. Seems super stable when towing and it is easy to take on and off. The secret is lifting the jack high enough to take most if not all of the...
Forum: On The Road... 03-23-2018, 10:12 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 6,682
Posted By Riverdrifter
Might consider a day trip to Panamint Valley and...

Might consider a day trip to Panamint Valley and Death Valley. Scotty’s Castle, and lots of cool scenery there.
Forum: On The Road... 01-12-2018, 06:54 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,692
Posted By Riverdrifter
My wife and I are flying down on the 19th for...

My wife and I are flying down on the 19th for modernism week in PS. We really enjoy that and have tickets for several events. Not in the Airstream for this trip, staying at Westin Desert Willows...
Forum: On The Road... 01-07-2018, 07:48 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 11,732
Posted By Riverdrifter
Funny how two couples can get such an opposite...

Funny how two couples can get such an opposite opinion of a place! The roads seemed fine to me but I like going to out of the way places. On the way out towards Sante Fe we encountered a snow...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 01-06-2018, 09:33 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 12,072
Posted By Riverdrifter
I couldn’t get along without a topper shell and I...

I couldn’t get along without a topper shell and I will also say side hinging windows are so handy! Keep bikes, pontoon boats for fly fishing, generator, and barbecue stuff under there, safe, dry and...
Forum: On The Road... 01-06-2018, 07:58 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 11,732
Posted By Riverdrifter
Another must see in the area is Canyon de Chelly....

Another must see in the area is Canyon de Chelly. Just unbelievably gorgeous. Need to do a Jeep trip with a Navajo guide. Well worth the cost. The museum in Window Rock is great for learning the...
Forum: On The Road... 01-05-2018, 10:04 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 11,732
Posted By Riverdrifter
Santa Fe Sky’s is a nice park just south of town....

Santa Fe Sky’s is a nice park just south of town. When we were there we saw lots of Airstreams at the park. Goulding’s in Monument Valley is a very nice park and be sure to get a guided Jeep trip...
Forum: Buyer Guidelines 01-02-2018, 07:50 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,942
Posted By Riverdrifter
We have a 2011 30’ International Serenity. We...

We have a 2011 30’ International Serenity. We love the interior decor and it has been a great trailer! We are “looking” at the 30’ Classic for a couple reasons. First, although we like sleeping in...
Forum: On The Road... 12-19-2017, 07:38 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,007
Posted By Riverdrifter
Last April we stayed at Canyon de Chelly for a...

Last April we stayed at Canyon de Chelly for a couple days and got a guided Jeep trip into the canyon. The day of our departure we awoke to a couple inches of snow on the ground. I have skied all my...
Forum: On The Road... 12-16-2017, 09:44 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,007
Posted By Riverdrifter
We live in Bellingham and usually get to 7...

We live in Bellingham and usually get to 7 Feathers RV resort in central Oregon the first night and Sacramento 2nd night. That may be pushing it for you but it has worked well for us. I agree with 99...
Forum: General Repair Forum 11-25-2017, 11:03 AM
Replies: 198
Views: 38,116
Posted By Riverdrifter
Better heating and insulation. When it gets below...

Better heating and insulation. When it gets below freezing the uneven heat distribution and cold walls are unpleasant. I think this has been addressed in the 30’ Classic but how about the rest of the...
Forum: Jacks, Stabilizers, Lifting and Leveling 08-26-2017, 05:55 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 35,852
Posted By Riverdrifter
Another Husky Super Brute satisfied customer! ...

Another Husky Super Brute satisfied customer! Love the remote and it is fast and strong!
Forum: Our Community 07-31-2017, 07:58 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 8,564
Posted By Riverdrifter
We have three Keurig brewers. One at home, one in...

We have three Keurig brewers. One at home, one in the Airstream and one at our cabin. We have never had to replace any of them in 4 years of use. I like getting up early and brewing a fresh cup to...
Forum: Our Community 07-30-2017, 06:50 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 8,564
Posted By Riverdrifter
This is what I use when without power but I pour...

This is what I use when without power but I pour it into a thermos that fits the Melitta cone. Stays hot all morning! Use the same setup when I'm hunting and it works great. When we are hooked up we...
Forum: Full-Timing 07-14-2017, 03:41 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 14,076
Posted By Riverdrifter
If you are earning income from a CA company you...

If you are earning income from a CA company you will pay CA taxes. Not on SS or pensions but earned income will be taxed. My parents moved to WA state when Dad retired but they receive income from a...
Forum: General Appliance Topics 07-13-2017, 05:11 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,856
Posted By Riverdrifter
My shower, my wife's shower every morning plus...

My shower, my wife's shower every morning plus shaving every morning, then we usually wash dishes after dinner and wife washes her face before bed. For what little it costs to heat water I have it on...
Forum: General Interior Topics 06-17-2017, 06:01 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,225
Posted By Riverdrifter
Recliners

I just saw photos of the new Classic. The 30' model had a really cool looking double recliner in the front. I was wondering if this is available for retrofit. We have a 2011 30' Serenity and it...
Forum: 2016 - Current Classic (all lengths) 05-21-2017, 07:43 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,114
Posted By Riverdrifter
Get yourself a block of UHMW (teflon) from a good...

Get yourself a block of UHMW (teflon) from a good hardware store and cut it to the size you want and screw,it in countersunk with a SS screw. Very cheap and quick fix. Place it right next to the...
Forum: Winterizing, Storage, Carports & Covers 05-11-2017, 03:47 PM
Replies: 142
Views: 60,121
Posted By Riverdrifter
I am of the opinion that one can never have too...

I am of the opinion that one can never have too much storage! (My wife says that I have too many toys!) but 15 years ago I had a 30' x 48' pole building build and put a propane heater in it. It has...
Forum: 2016 - Current Classic (all lengths) 05-09-2017, 03:12 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,114
Posted By Riverdrifter
I put a small teflon block under the door near...

I put a small teflon block under the door near the hinge and that seems to solve the problem.
Forum: On The Road... 04-30-2017, 01:21 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,549
Posted By Riverdrifter
I'll second that! I have also had some fantastic...

I'll second that! I have also had some fantastic fishing in the float from Warm Springs to Ashton on the HF. Nice fly shop in Ashton to check out. We usually stay at Aspen Acres RV Park. Good...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 04-26-2017, 12:05 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,487
Posted By Riverdrifter
That 18 was outside the trailer! The propane...

That 18 was outside the trailer! The propane heater keeps it at a nice 65 degrees at night and 70 in the morning, but it sure ran all the time and burned up a lot of propane!
Forum: Tow Vehicles 04-26-2017, 11:58 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 6,871
Posted By Riverdrifter
I've loved our Toyota Avalon and had a couple...

I've loved our Toyota Avalon and had a couple other Toyota products I've liked. I have also always been a GMC truck guy (wife now drives a GMC Yukon 2017 and after trying the Toyota Highlander and...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 04-26-2017, 07:49 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,487
Posted By Riverdrifter
I did plenty of suffering when I used to back...

I did plenty of suffering when I used to back pack all over the Sierras and Cascades. Got wet, cold, mosquito bit, chased by black bears etc I still tent camp when I'm white water rafting or the...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 04-25-2017, 05:51 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,487
Posted By Riverdrifter
I totally agree with the noise issue with...

I totally agree with the noise issue with Airstreams. I am not sure if the newer ducted ones have remedied this but on our 2011 the heat pump is so noisy we can't watch TV. Couple that with marginal...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 04-23-2017, 07:20 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,487
Posted By Riverdrifter
Our 30' International would not be even close to...

Our 30' International would not be even close to comfortable above about 85 degrees without two A/C units!
Forum: 2001 - 2005 Classic 04-13-2017, 06:38 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,716
Posted By Riverdrifter
Also Pat, if you lay on the ground under the rear...

Also Pat, if you lay on the ground under the rear of the trailer the jack point is clearly marked. Mine on the 30' unit is quite close to the rear of the trailer and Airstream says it is OK to jack...
Forum: 2001 - 2005 Classic 04-13-2017, 06:33 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,716
Posted By Riverdrifter
Just got back from a month on the road and the...

Just got back from a month on the road and the rollers works just fine again going up our driveway. The wheels themselves don't lift off the ground so only part of the load is on the rollers and I go...
Forum: Full-Timing 04-13-2017, 06:28 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 36,157
Posted By Riverdrifter
Not sure I would like mouse fur on the interior...

Not sure I would like mouse fur on the interior as it is one of the charms of an Airstream to have the shiny interior! I'm not sure why Airstream doesn't offer a unit with double pane windows and...
Forum: 2001 - 2005 Classic 04-13-2017, 07:47 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,716
Posted By Riverdrifter
https://www.odmrv.net/tips/Jacking%20up%20Airstream...

https://www.odmrv.net/tips/Jacking%20up%20Airstreams.php
This shows jacking points that are pretty far back on the trailer
Forum: Full-Timing 04-12-2017, 10:01 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 36,157
Posted By Riverdrifter
Being from Alaska you might consider that these...

Being from Alaska you might consider that these aren't 4 season units. On our current trip we have been in weather down to 18 degrees. Below freezing the aluminum interior walls feel cold, the floor...
Forum: 2001 - 2005 Classic 04-12-2017, 04:53 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,716
Posted By Riverdrifter
I wonder why you can jack the trailer up on the...

I wonder why you can jack the trailer up on the rear jack point and it doesn't wrinkle the skin but a roller on the same frame member does wrinkle it?? I can say that at least on the 30'...
Forum: 2001 - 2005 Classic 04-11-2017, 06:18 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,716
Posted By Riverdrifter
I have the same problem in my driveway and I had...

I have the same problem in my driveway and I had Airstream NW put drag wheels on the trailer. They are red composition material. I also don't put the spring bars on my Blue Ox hitch until after the...
Forum: Our Community 04-04-2017, 07:02 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 6,586
Posted By Riverdrifter
We left Santa Fe in route to Monument Valley...

We left Santa Fe in route to Monument Valley today. Winds were high and gusty but we had very little problem pulling our 30' with our RAM 1500 with a Blue Ox hitch. It was cross wind from Santa Fe to...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 02-24-2017, 11:47 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,954
Posted By Riverdrifter
I look forward to each issue and find it an...

I look forward to each issue and find it an interesting read!
Forum: Tow Vehicles 02-24-2017, 11:43 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 9,927
Posted By Riverdrifter
I love the Toyota brand and quality but the 5.7...

I love the Toyota brand and quality but the 5.7 Tundra is 381 HP, 401 ft/lbs torque and rated 13-18 for mileage and has a 6 speed transmission. RAM 5.7 has 395 HO, 410 ft/lbs torque and 15-22 for...
Forum: On The Road... 02-07-2017, 01:55 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,388
Posted By Riverdrifter
On our way into Utah from Arizona we stayed at...

On our way into Utah from Arizona we stayed at Pink Coral Dunes State Park and thought it was great. Some ATV activity but a hike in the duns is awesome! We are doing Canyon de Chelly, Monument...
Forum: On The Road... 02-01-2017, 08:27 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,460
Posted By Riverdrifter
In the summer we found the KOA in Petaluma to be...

In the summer we found the KOA in Petaluma to be full of very loud kids and parents! Last spring we stayed at Alexander Valley RV Park. Not fancy but out in the country on the Russian River and very...
Forum: General Interior Topics 02-01-2017, 08:16 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 11,740
Posted By Riverdrifter
We did the same. Ordered it from Camping World....

We did the same. Ordered it from Camping World. It has worked out great! My wife and I both love it and as a bonus it is very light weight. Rick
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 01-27-2017, 02:01 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,558
Posted By Riverdrifter
We have used a Blue Ox for a couple years with...

We have used a Blue Ox for a couple years with our RAM 1500 pulling our 30' International and I couldn't be happier! Easy to take on and off, no problem backing up with the hitch engaged and so far...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 01-13-2017, 08:35 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 7,296
Posted By Riverdrifter
I don't get the "white knuckle" thing with towing...

I don't get the "white knuckle" thing with towing an Airstream. I have towed 7000# boats, driven thousands of miles with a 4000# camper on my 3500 truck, towed white box trailers and nothing pulls as...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 01-09-2017, 06:56 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 7,296
Posted By Riverdrifter
I have the 1000 lb bars. My tongue weight is...

I have the 1000 lb bars. My tongue weight is right around 1000 lbs depending on amount of propane etc. I go 8 links to level it, and I have thought of moving up to the 1500 lb bars.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 01-08-2017, 03:01 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 7,296
Posted By Riverdrifter
Nice golf course you have in town! I will be...

Nice golf course you have in town! I will be going through Orlando on our way to our Winthrop place a few times this winter. We bought our trailer in Sacramento and towed it to the Seattle AS dealer...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 12-15-2016, 11:34 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 6,232
Posted By Riverdrifter
We have the 30' Serenity and I have never thought...

We have the 30' Serenity and I have never thought the overhead cabinets were an issue. I'm 6' tall so that may make it easier to access them. My wife and I both like more modern, sleek decorating...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 11-30-2016, 07:27 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 5,104
Posted By Riverdrifter
Well said! (You forgot Centramatic wheel...

Well said! (You forgot Centramatic wheel balancers BTW). I think a lot of people on the forum have too much time on their hands and are a little OCD about the whole Airstream thing. Looking at the...
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