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Forum: Audio, Video & TV 03-21-2019, 06:33 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 12,989
Posted By Dave-Nancy
Camping World will know what to do. We have no...

Camping World will know what to do. We have no connection problems using the WiFi with our Voyager set-up. it is powered by the running lights.We had our Airstream dealer, Sutton, install it ($150)....
Forum: On The Road... 03-14-2019, 12:54 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 7,165
Posted By Dave-Nancy
Next Stops from Astoria are Fort Stephens and...

Next Stops from Astoria are Fort Stephens and Cannon Beach RV. Bike paths on Stevens are great and somewhat scenic. Cannon beach RV is extremely nice, and a short walk downtown and Haystack Rock,...
Forum: Dollars & Cents 03-14-2019, 12:46 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 8,493
Posted By Dave-Nancy
Oregon ... Our Foremost (through Farmers) went...

Oregon ... Our Foremost (through Farmers) went up, also. D
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 03-11-2019, 12:10 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 9,723
Posted By Dave-Nancy
Since you are buying from a dealership, negotiate...

Since you are buying from a dealership, negotiate and have a full-time rear-view camera installed (i.e. Voyager) before you tow anywhere. Without one, even with decent mirrors, you are blind from...
Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 03-06-2019, 10:23 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,437
Posted By Dave-Nancy
One comment that I will make is the idea that...

One comment that I will make is the idea that someone mentioned that you need a big truck to pull a 16' Bambi. We have pulled, very successfully, our 19' FC with our 350 2013 Highlander Limited with...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-05-2019, 04:24 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 100,357
Posted By Dave-Nancy
Get a rear-view camera setup...You will never be...

Get a rear-view camera setup...You will never be without one again! D
Forum: General Repair Forum 02-28-2019, 12:01 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,321
Posted By Dave-Nancy
Call Voyager

When we had an electrical problem with our Voyager BUC, they practically sent us a whole new unit...They now have a customer for life! Call and ask. Dave
Forum: Buyer Guidelines 02-24-2019, 03:20 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,801
Posted By Dave-Nancy
Wise Guy

You are being VERY wise to get a throrough inspection! I sure wish we had, when we purchased. There were so many things that we discovered, after the fact, including some serious damage that...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 02-18-2019, 08:53 AM
Replies: 216
Views: 59,724
Posted By Dave-Nancy
Easy

After owning other trailers, the name “Easy” simply exemplifies our Airstream experience. D&N
Forum: Computers, Internet & Satellite 01-16-2019, 10:34 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 7,556
Posted By Dave-Nancy
Have you looked at the "WiFi on Steroids?" We...

Have you looked at the "WiFi on Steroids?" We have used it with fairly good results. The best feature, besides enhancing the signal, is the we can set it up with our own security, eliminating the...
Forum: 1969 - 1973 Safari 12-23-2018, 12:29 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,872
Posted By Dave-Nancy
I should have kept reading, before I quoted above...

I should have kept reading, before I quoted above ... Evidently, you didn't own this AS when the damage happened. Lucky old owners! D
Forum: 1969 - 1973 Safari 12-23-2018, 12:26 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,872
Posted By Dave-Nancy
Latent Defect by Factory Omission?

The sad thing is, that the insurance company might have claimed a cause by "latent defect" and, not paid you, if you had a major fire claim. Glad you are safe, regardless. It is kind of surprising...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 12-22-2018, 10:32 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 10,474
Posted By Dave-Nancy
Oh, again ... The more I get away from this...

Oh, again ... The more I get away from this forum, the more I recall that we have done. We replaced the oven-range with a microwave-convection oven and stove top. We tired of packing, storing, and...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 12-20-2018, 01:59 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 10,474
Posted By Dave-Nancy
One more thing ...

One more thing ... Be sure to upgrade the hinges on the closet door, if you mount a shelf, there, as we did. Also, with the shelf in up position, it is not in the way for walking by. Note: We have...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 12-19-2018, 01:40 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 10,474
Posted By Dave-Nancy
Modifications

Hi ... We did only a few modifications to our FC-19. First we added a folding counter shelf, next to the stove, on the closet door. Then, we replaced the very loud refrigerator fan, with a quiet one....
Forum: Tow Vehicles 11-22-2018, 02:10 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 14,962
Posted By Dave-Nancy
When I was even more naive than now, I purchased...

When I was even more naive than now, I purchased a 1980s full-size Ford Bronco with an in-line 6 cylinder engine. Besides 4-wheeling on coastal dunes, we pulled our 17-foot box trailer with it,...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 11-22-2018, 01:42 PM
Replies: 216
Views: 59,724
Posted By Dave-Nancy
We named ours "Easy." With the Equalizer hitch,...

We named ours "Easy." With the Equalizer hitch, and only 19-feet to tow, our AS set-up is the easiest camping system we have ever had. We have owned two box trailers. D
Forum: Stoves, Ovens & Microwaves 11-22-2018, 01:31 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 14,825
Posted By Dave-Nancy
We replaced ours (like the 2nd one) with the same...

We replaced ours (like the 2nd one) with the same cook-top and a convection oven-micro wave. We seldom boondock, where a gas oven might be nice. We never used the oven... before the replacement, and...
Forum: Our Community 11-01-2018, 01:04 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 9,269
Posted By Dave-Nancy
You might check Good Sam. We have a $1,000...

You might check Good Sam. We have a $1,000 deductible "extended warranty" that looks really good to me for the big surprises. It is less than $200 per year.
Dave (who gets no $$ for mentioning this)
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 10-31-2018, 01:30 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 14,205
Posted By Dave-Nancy
He Said, "How Can You?"

A fun dialogue that has happened to us, on this issue, was in a campground. We had been given several positive comments about our Airstream, and the other Flying Cloud a couple of sites down, on a...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 10-28-2018, 11:53 AM
Replies: 87
Views: 14,205
Posted By Dave-Nancy
About Our Size

It matters how large we are. I’m midsize (180-5’8”) and Nancy is very thin. Our 19-footer works for us. As does a “full” size (non-Queen) bed. If I were any larger, I know that we would need to go to...
Forum: Our Community 10-21-2018, 12:24 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 9,269
Posted By Dave-Nancy
How about simply asking the dealer that you are...

How about simply asking the dealer that you are going to have service the AS this same question? A couple of things ... 1. Fear of offending should not be the major factor. You don't need to deal...
Forum: General Repair Forum 10-21-2018, 12:10 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 7,829
Posted By Dave-Nancy
Aluminum Cans and Sheet Metal

Aluminum is good for about 40-cents per pound. Having no idea what the aluminum in a trailer weighs, I'm hoping that you might recover your investment (?). Steel is worth something, too. If the scrap...
Forum: On The Road... 09-30-2018, 01:32 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 9,124
Posted By Dave-Nancy
Ditto ... But, a small, good one can be hard to...

Ditto ... But, a small, good one can be hard to find. I lucked out, years ago, finding one at a variety store. it provides safe, clean heat. We do only have 19-feet to heat, however. Dave
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 09-27-2018, 03:38 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,009
Posted By Dave-Nancy
Question: Why doesn't the Positive terminal get...

Question: Why doesn't the Positive terminal get disconnected? Why just the Negatives? A AS service person told me that the positive side should be disconnected for any reason of battery...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 09-26-2018, 12:54 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,009
Posted By Dave-Nancy
Legal Liability Issues?

From what I have been told: The propane indicator "has" to be left on at all times to satisfy some code rule. Because of that, I am sure that Airstream doesn't dare supply a way to turn it off,...
Forum: Forum Admin, News and Member Account Info 09-18-2018, 08:49 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,251
Posted By Dave-Nancy
Thanks! Dave

Thanks! Dave
Forum: Forum Admin, News and Member Account Info 09-17-2018, 02:35 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,251
Posted By Dave-Nancy
Exclamation Forum Mail?

Can anyone explain to us how to get our Air Forums email? I looked "everywhere" on the Forum, to no avail. It says that we have 13 unread mails (?) ... Gee, I wonder where they could possibly be....
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 08-16-2018, 03:42 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 10,409
Posted By Dave-Nancy
I like this one...

I like this one https://www.coolerguys.com/products/gentletyphoon-120mm-silent-case-fan-series-d1225c12b-1450-1850-2150-and-4250-rpm. Dave
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 08-16-2018, 03:41 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 10,409
Posted By Dave-Nancy
Fans

Ray ... You know ... I think that you are the only one who mentioned that the fans are the same as computer fans. I sure didn't mention it. But, that is where I sourced mine. Good info! Mine came...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 08-15-2018, 02:12 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 10,409
Posted By Dave-Nancy
Yes, as one ASer said, check the fuse ... so,...

Yes, as one ASer said, check the fuse ... so, where is it (?), you may ask. It is located under the inside switch ... yep, probably the last place one would look. Mine has blown only once, so far....
Forum: Audio, Video & TV 08-07-2018, 10:21 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 12,989
Posted By Dave-Nancy
Too Low?

To me, it looks like this installation is way too low for a WiFi model, which needs a signal from the camera to the monitor at the back of the Airstream. The low mounting was the most notable...
Forum: Audio, Video & TV 08-06-2018, 10:27 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 12,989
Posted By Dave-Nancy
Hmm...I am wondering if the “signal losing...

Hmm...I am wondering if the “signal losing people” have a poor power cable, like the one I replaced (free from Voyager). An intermittent signal is what occurred to ours, just prior to losing the...
Forum: Audio, Video & TV 08-05-2018, 03:35 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 12,989
Posted By Dave-Nancy
We also have 4-5 bar wifi connection between the...

We also have 4-5 bar wifi connection between the monitor (in the car) and the camera (on the back of the AS) at all times. The aluminum is not a negative factor that we have noticed. Also, we did...
Forum: Audio, Video & TV 08-05-2018, 03:27 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 12,989
Posted By Dave-Nancy
Wouldn't be without it!

We installed our Voyager wireless system after a heroic trip down a Calif freeway near San Francisco, several years ago. We feel that knowing who and what is behind you, at all times, is critical....
Forum: General Repair Forum 12-22-2017, 01:09 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 6,835
Posted By Dave-Nancy
Airstream Approved Bike Rack

We use the wonderful bike rack that Airstream recommends. We have two mountain bikes and a tandem, which we take on trips, depending on terrain and type of riding in the areas we are heading to. We...
Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 07-01-2017, 11:34 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 22,457
Posted By Dave-Nancy
Interesting that one person with a 4-Runner and...

Interesting that one person with a 4-Runner and 16-ft Bambi slows down on steep hills, where my 3.5 Highlander rarely does (?). It may be the OEM towing package transmission (?). Yesterday, I spoke...
Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 06-29-2017, 11:23 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 22,457
Posted By Dave-Nancy
Seems odd to have the "reply" be "Quote" ... Hope...

Seems odd to have the "reply" be "Quote" ... Hope this goest through (?).
As I have written before in this forum; our Highlander V-6 with 5000 tow rating and the OEM Towing Package has no issues...
Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 06-29-2017, 11:19 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 22,457
Posted By Dave-Nancy
No Tow Problems with a 3.5 L 2013 Highlander and FCl-19.

Seems odd to have the "reply" be "Quote" ... Hope this goest through (?).
As I have written before in this forum; our Highlander V-6 with 5000 tow rating and the OEM Towing Package has no issues...
Forum: 2002 - 2005 International 10-28-2015, 09:15 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 14,250
Posted By Dave-Nancy
I am not sure if I commented to this particular...

I am not sure if I commented to this particular group or not. Contact the coolerguys.com and tell them your story. Our fan drove us nuts, until the pressed bearing finally gave way, the impellers...
Forum: 2002 - 2005 International 10-18-2015, 10:58 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 14,250
Posted By Dave-Nancy
No More Refer Cooling Fan Noise ... Period

Look up GentleTyphoon 120mm Silent Case Fan Series D1225C12B 1450,1850 and 4250 RPM (https://www.coolerguys.com/sgt120.html). Order the 1850 RPM unit and never look back. Using the factory brackets, I...
Forum: 2009-2015 Flying Cloud 10-18-2015, 10:03 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 14,526
Posted By Dave-Nancy
Regarding the Fan to force air out the louvers......

Regarding the Fan to force air out the louvers... Our AS Factory fan was always noisy. This last camping trip, after owning the FC for only 1.5 years, bonked. It froze up because the cheap fan's...
Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 07-01-2015, 11:08 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,101
Posted By Dave-Nancy
Quiet Vent Fans

Fantastic! This is the most compatible fan that I have seen, thus far. But, is it 12v?
Also, why were you not able to attach the two-wire system already available behind the thermostat? The wiring...
Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 06-30-2015, 05:42 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,101
Posted By Dave-Nancy
I still am wondering about that Fan!

I'm not sure if this is where to put my comments ... But, it is what came up on the screen (?):
If the fan is so critical to the operation of the refrigerator, why is it such a loud and...
Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 06-29-2015, 12:01 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,101
Posted By Dave-Nancy
We are going to replace the (very) cheap factory...

We are going to replace the (very) cheap factory fan after this trip. There has to be a quieter and more efficient one! I did have rubber placed between the frame and mount as a warranty item. That...
Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 06-28-2015, 11:36 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 22,457
Posted By Dave-Nancy
Our 2013 Highlander tows our 19 FC effortlessly....

Our 2013 Highlander tows our 19 FC effortlessly. We were going with the 4-Runner, but changed to the Highlander for the lower aspect, style we prefer, and gas mileage. It runs a 3.5 V-6. We concluded...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 01-11-2015, 02:40 PM
Replies: 113
Views: 16,689
Posted By Dave-Nancy
It's true. My boat trailer ball was unwinding...

It's true. My boat trailer ball was unwinding from a very well tightened, lock washer-ed stinger. Also, the creaking from my originally not greased AS ball-hitch was excessive. We grease and cover...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 01-05-2015, 12:12 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,809
Posted By Dave-Nancy
Is there an issue with ventilation for the...

Is there an issue with ventilation for the interior batteries? I can't even imagine attempting this sort of thing, myself. You guys are "brilliant.!"
Forum: Trailer Values 01-02-2015, 10:45 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 17,572
Posted By Dave-Nancy
We Oregonians must be "special?" What we have...

We Oregonians must be "special?"
What we have done is to sign an Oregon residence paper and taxes are not owed when we purchase in other states. BUT, we have never purchased a large item out of...
Forum: Electronics & Connectivity 01-01-2015, 11:34 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,441
Posted By Dave-Nancy
GUARDO 365 and Others, Rick March at AS has...

GUARDO 365 and Others,
Rick March at AS has been attentive and helpful regarding the radio. I do appreciate his efforts and his willingness to pay for an on-off button. Here is my last...
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