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Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 08-15-2020, 08:55 AM
Replies: 520
Views: 146,149
Posted By LilBigfoot
I have a 26U...TooTall's explanation of the drain...

I have a 26U...TooTall's explanation of the drain points is correct. Winterizing is another story.
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 01-18-2019, 05:04 PM
Replies: 520
Views: 146,149
Posted By LilBigfoot
One of the joys of owning an Air Stream is making...

One of the joys of owning an Air Stream is making it yours. I have a 26U Twin floorpan. If you don't like the open self over the bathroom sink, take it out. It's just screwed to the wall. Want a...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 03-29-2018, 05:36 PM
Replies: 520
Views: 146,149
Posted By LilBigfoot
I have the same squeak....same place. Just living...

I have the same squeak....same place. Just living with it.
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 02-27-2018, 05:11 PM
Replies: 520
Views: 146,149
Posted By LilBigfoot
With the twins, it's great to be able to put your...

With the twins, it's great to be able to put your feet down in the aisle between the beds and put your pants on. Stand up and there are the overhead cabinets.
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 02-26-2018, 05:20 PM
Replies: 520
Views: 146,149
Posted By LilBigfoot
Paul....I have a 26U twin. Many things I like...

Paul....I have a 26U twin. Many things I like about it as posted here in this thread. Large, all in one bathroom. Comfortable lounge and TV viewing. Extra ouside storage. However, very limited...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 02-24-2018, 05:05 PM
Replies: 520
Views: 146,149
Posted By LilBigfoot
Welcome from another 26U owner. Try this... ...

Welcome from another 26U owner. Try this...

To add pictures to a post:

1. Click on the "Post Reply" button...

2. Scroll down on the post composing page to "Manage Attachements"...click on...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 01-11-2018, 05:12 PM
Replies: 520
Views: 146,149
Posted By LilBigfoot
26U twin beds towed by 5.7L Tundra. Great...

26U twin beds towed by 5.7L Tundra. Great combination. 1100lbs tongue weight.
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 01-07-2018, 03:47 PM
Replies: 520
Views: 146,149
Posted By LilBigfoot
Hello....yes they are....in my opinion. The 26U...

Hello....yes they are....in my opinion. The 26U was the first FC to come out with thicker, denser foam in the cushions to really give you a plush seating option. Also, the U shaped dinette area means...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 10-05-2017, 05:25 PM
Replies: 520
Views: 146,149
Posted By LilBigfoot
Plan-B....I have a 2016 26U. Which multi stage...

Plan-B....I have a 2016 26U. Which multi stage charger did you order for your 26U? Any link? Thanks.
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 07-20-2017, 04:40 PM
Replies: 520
Views: 146,149
Posted By LilBigfoot
About to do the same mod..Did you remove the...

About to do the same mod..Did you remove the original plywood support completely or just put a new plywood platform over the original? 1/2" new plywood? Thanks.
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 03-13-2017, 01:13 PM
Replies: 520
Views: 146,149
Posted By LilBigfoot
Here you go... Centre to centre between...

Here you go...

Centre to centre between posts.....18" 3/4"

Table tops.....36" 3/8" x 19" 3/8" and 36" 3/8" x 19" 1/8"
...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 03-13-2017, 12:58 PM
Replies: 520
Views: 146,149
Posted By LilBigfoot
The above is correct...TV angles in all...

The above is correct...TV angles in all directions....even to the outside.

https://www.airforums.com/attachments/photobucket/img_1922264_0_0ec9ca33f27b7e5d1dd9ffeb732e12e0.jpg...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 03-12-2017, 04:41 PM
Replies: 520
Views: 146,149
Posted By LilBigfoot
Cascadian....just checked my Eaz-Lift...

Cascadian....just checked my Eaz-Lift bars.....they're 1400 lbs. So I'd say you should be good to go with the 1500 lb model.

Welcome to the world of the 26U and the wonderful Airstream family.
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 03-12-2017, 01:11 PM
Replies: 520
Views: 146,149
Posted By LilBigfoot
When I picked up my 26U from Can-am RV last...

When I picked up my 26U from Can-am RV last March, in passing I asked the install tech what the tongue weight was...he stated that it was 1150lbs....which really surprised me. I assume that is with...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 12-21-2016, 02:36 PM
Replies: 520
Views: 146,149
Posted By LilBigfoot
Yes, you are correct about the hallway. The 26U...

Yes, you are correct about the hallway. The 26U sort of has 3 separate areas....the dinette/ lounge.....the bathroom..... and bedroom....especially nice with the twin beds. However, we really like...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 10-24-2016, 11:00 AM
Replies: 520
Views: 146,149
Posted By LilBigfoot
I'm not sure it has any practical purpose...it's...

I'm not sure it has any practical purpose...it's really not used when you make up the dinette bed as far as I can see. Maybe a back support for the dinette cushions. We took ours out and didn't miss...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 10-11-2016, 05:26 PM
Replies: 520
Views: 146,149
Posted By LilBigfoot
Hey.....I like that.....!

Hey.....I like that.....!
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 09-22-2016, 07:50 PM
Replies: 520
Views: 146,149
Posted By LilBigfoot
Watch this video of the new Basecamp. It uses 2...

Watch this video of the new Basecamp. It uses 2 shorter posts with tops to support the bed boards. At about the 15 minute mark. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cw9PSLSmrQs
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 07-29-2016, 06:12 PM
Replies: 520
Views: 146,149
Posted By LilBigfoot
Congrats.....check out the dinette table top/bed...

Congrats.....check out the dinette table top/bed problem referenced above before you leave the dealers lot. Minor fix if you have that defect.
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 07-25-2016, 05:12 PM
Replies: 520
Views: 146,149
Posted By LilBigfoot
The AS factory just sent me a message that they...

The AS factory just sent me a message that they are well aware of the Table Top/Bed problem in the 26U.

I was offered all replacement parts....have just replied to them that I'll make an...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 07-22-2016, 02:18 PM
Replies: 520
Views: 146,149
Posted By LilBigfoot
Thanks to you fellows for bringing this table top...

Thanks to you fellows for bringing this table top problem to the forefront.

Just checked my bed arrangement, and sure enough I've got at least a 5/8" gap when tops are pushed up tight on the...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 06-27-2016, 05:25 PM
Replies: 520
Views: 146,149
Posted By LilBigfoot
See my post 155 and 190 above...

See my post 155 and 190 above...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 06-09-2016, 10:45 AM
Replies: 520
Views: 146,149
Posted By LilBigfoot
Plan-B....Not sure what your solution to these...

Plan-B....Not sure what your solution to these problems will be, but if you want some of the latches used in my photo, I'll gladly get you some from Can-am and mail them to you. I've looked in a...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 06-05-2016, 12:18 PM
Replies: 520
Views: 146,149
Posted By LilBigfoot
Had a wheel off my 26U today so I could install...

Had a wheel off my 26U today so I could install the Centramatics. Discovered two shut offs behind the tire. Anyone know what their function is?
...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 06-01-2016, 11:17 AM
Replies: 520
Views: 146,149
Posted By LilBigfoot
Dinette Bed Make Up.

We've never had to use the front dinette bed till now. Our adult son will be staying with us for a few days in June. DW asked how others made the bed up? She says some kind of sheets. I say sleeping...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 05-08-2016, 06:41 PM
Replies: 520
Views: 146,149
Posted By LilBigfoot
I hang my two dog leashes and harnesses there. As...

I hang my two dog leashes and harnesses there. As well a a rain coat sometimes. Plus a hat.
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 05-04-2016, 02:55 PM
Replies: 520
Views: 146,149
Posted By LilBigfoot
Knunut...... "5. Install wheel to protect awning...

Knunut...... "5. Install wheel to protect awning on Door."

Any chance of seeing a photo of the wheel on door. I have the same issue as probably most AS's have.

Nice to hear you had a good...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 04-30-2016, 04:21 PM
Replies: 520
Views: 146,149
Posted By LilBigfoot
jomondnv...a word of caution. Both our pantry...

jomondnv...a word of caution. Both our pantry slide out and door above it came open during travel. No damage, but dog food, etc, spread about. A lot of weight in that pantry. The latch for that...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 04-30-2016, 03:32 PM
Replies: 520
Views: 146,149
Posted By LilBigfoot
Good question. I've yet to make that area up into...

Good question. I've yet to make that area up into a bed. Looking at Colonial's website....3rd pix in....no long cushion in sight. Maybe it's a pillow?
...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 04-13-2016, 05:49 PM
Replies: 520
Views: 146,149
Posted By LilBigfoot
We had to do the same thing. The top of our...

We had to do the same thing. The top of our bathroom door doesn't line up with the trim. The top of the wall is slightly angled inwards at the door side, creating this problem. Since the top of the...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 04-13-2016, 05:43 PM
Replies: 520
Views: 146,149
Posted By LilBigfoot
knunut.....no, we didn't have any work done at...

knunut.....no, we didn't have any work done at JC. Just showed them our concerns and got some advice. We use JC as a first night stop when going south on I75. I'ts a 5 hour trip for us. I'll make an...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 04-13-2016, 05:34 PM
Replies: 520
Views: 146,149
Posted By LilBigfoot
You are right on regarding sleeping arrangements...

You are right on regarding sleeping arrangements for 3 individuals. Table would need to be made into a bed each time. Our unit has twin beds for the two of us. Two retrievers sleep on the floor...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 04-11-2016, 02:33 PM
Replies: 520
Views: 146,149
Posted By LilBigfoot
I was at JC on Thursday night. My bathroom door...

I was at JC on Thursday night. My bathroom door is either warped or hinge is screwed on crooked. Door does not fit properly at the top. The rep who looked at my problem more or less admitted that...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 04-11-2016, 01:55 PM
Replies: 520
Views: 146,149
Posted By LilBigfoot
Hello....Here is a pix of my Panel. ...

Hello....Here is a pix of my Panel.

https://www.airforums.com/attachments/photobucket/img_1775294_0_f6d9974cbed301ede55bf20d3521fee7.jpg...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 03-30-2016, 07:07 PM
Replies: 520
Views: 146,149
Posted By LilBigfoot
Angry Somedays, AS makes me shake my head!

Hi Greg....we're sitting in our new 26U right now at the Alumina Rally in SC. Left Canada over 3 weeks ago.

A word of caution when you get your 26U.

After just 3 days of use, the shower head...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 03-03-2016, 02:30 PM
Replies: 520
Views: 146,149
Posted By LilBigfoot
1100 lbs loaded and ready to roll....

1100 lbs loaded and ready to roll....
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 02-04-2016, 03:37 PM
Replies: 520
Views: 146,149
Posted By LilBigfoot
Just to clarify my one comment regarding storage...

Just to clarify my one comment regarding storage over the left bed....there is only one long storage area and then the open cubbyhole over the bed.

No, I don't foresee a problem with the fridge...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 02-04-2016, 02:59 PM
Replies: 520
Views: 146,149
Posted By LilBigfoot
Hi Joe....That'a just an open space with a couple...

Hi Joe....That'a just an open space with a couple large hooks in there. No sliding panel or door. So, above that bed on the left side, there's one large storage area and the small open cubbyhole.
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 02-03-2016, 06:15 PM
Replies: 520
Views: 146,149
Posted By LilBigfoot
Answered my own question today. Yes, you can...

Answered my own question today. Yes, you can angle the front TV and also tilt it up or down. Dead centre on the TV, down at the bottom and back in the cubby hole there's a strap. Not much to pull on,...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 02-03-2016, 05:43 PM
Replies: 520
Views: 146,149
Posted By LilBigfoot
The water pump for the Twin 26U is located under...

The water pump for the Twin 26U is located under the long closet at the end of the one bed. A small panel just clips in and easily comes out revealing the water pump.

You can see the water heater...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 02-03-2016, 03:51 PM
Replies: 520
Views: 146,149
Posted By LilBigfoot
Here you go...I'd say the Twin 26U sleeping area...

Here you go...I'd say the Twin 26U sleeping area is exactly the same as yours.

Rear window area has two storage areas over head.
Two storage areas under each bed with bins in them.
...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 02-01-2016, 05:33 PM
Replies: 520
Views: 146,149
Posted By LilBigfoot
Nice writeup. Sounds just like the 26U I brought...

Nice writeup. Sounds just like the 26U I brought home a few days ago and now resides in my driveway. The 26U with twins is the perfect choice for us as well. Enjoy. :wally:
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 01-30-2016, 06:29 PM
Replies: 520
Views: 146,149
Posted By LilBigfoot
My question is....CAN the TV be rotated to to be...

My question is....CAN the TV be rotated to to be viewed from outside the entrance door?

The smaller TV in the bedroom has a strap hanging down that you pull, releasing the arm and then you can...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 01-30-2016, 05:18 PM
Replies: 520
Views: 146,149
Posted By LilBigfoot
Has anyone with a 26U been able to angle the...

Has anyone with a 26U been able to angle the large TV in the galley area? On my walk through, the tech said in passing that the front TV doesn't angle outwards. Just wondering if that is true.

How...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 01-30-2016, 05:11 PM
Replies: 520
Views: 146,149
Posted By LilBigfoot
If you're talking about the 26U.....mine just...

If you're talking about the 26U.....mine just arrived and it has 2 12v plugs. One on each side of the dinette just under the bottom of the cushions.
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 01-13-2016, 05:19 PM
Replies: 520
Views: 146,149
Posted By LilBigfoot
TG....if you look at the list of AS trailers in...

TG....if you look at the list of AS trailers in the designation list, you can now add the 2016 26U FC to your info.

I pick up my 26U next week. :wally:
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 12-15-2015, 01:11 PM
Replies: 520
Views: 146,149
Posted By LilBigfoot
I went through the same experience.....totally...

I went through the same experience.....totally agree with you....Picking up the 26U with twin beds come early January.

CanAm RV in London has a 26U with Queen bed sitting on the lot right now.
...
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