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03-19-2016, 05:07 PM
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3 Rivet Member 
2021 25' Globetrotter
Somewhere
, Texas
Join Date: Mar 2016
Posts: 247
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Heading Home With Our Aluminum Dream!
It took an extra week but we're on our way home!
The wired brake controller is the way to go for the 7P5 VWAG platform seems to be the right way to go. The wiring is dead easy using the Tekonsha TB0021. Also good to report that I didn't have any fast led light issues on the way home.
We picked it up in Tennessee and now we're in the middle of Virginia on the way back to Maryland.
I already had to replace the glass fuse on the electric jack. Oh well. Wondering if water got in the casing? The rain and cold weather is crappy on the east coast right now.
The other issue I noticed is the windows are a son of a gun to open up!
 
caw
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03-19-2016, 05:18 PM
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4 Rivet Member 
2006 25' Safari
Signal Mountain
, Tennessee
Join Date: Jan 2016
Posts: 450
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Congratulations. It was a good day in spite of the weather. Looks like you are already camping. That's a great way to try it out. 
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'06 Safari 25 LS
'18 GMC 2500HD Duramax/Allison
TN,”Greenest State in the Land of the Free”.Davy Crocket
" America is not a place;it's a road." Mark Twain
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03-19-2016, 05:26 PM
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3 Rivet Member
2021 25' Globetrotter
Somewhere
, Texas
Join Date: Mar 2016
Posts: 247
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Tn Traveler
Congratulations. It was a good day in spite of the weather. Looks like you are already camping. That's a great way to try it out. |
It's the only way to try it out!
Although it's just me and the adult son so we're not really cooking  but the fridge works for the adult beverages!
caw
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03-21-2016, 06:29 PM
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3 Rivet Member
2021 25' Globetrotter
Somewhere
, Texas
Join Date: Mar 2016
Posts: 247
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Totally digging the salsa ultra leather
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03-21-2016, 07:23 PM
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Rivet Master 
Currently Looking...
Walnut Creek
, California
Join Date: May 2015
Posts: 3,952
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The windows need a little help to open. Some folks use a credit card. We use a flat wooden spatula to carefully work open our windows. The dealer suggests a coating of 303 Aerospace Protectorant and rejects the use of silicone. It sticks more.
Good luck. Travel safe. Pat
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03-21-2016, 07:46 PM
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Rivet Master
2015 28' International
Ofallon
, Missouri
Join Date: Sep 2013
Posts: 661
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Congratulations and enjoy! You've made a great decision to travel and see our great country!
Be SAFE!
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03-21-2016, 08:18 PM
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4 Rivet Member
2012 25' FB Eddie Bauer
Fairbanks
, Alaska
Join Date: May 2012
Posts: 268
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On your windows we have always used the silicone spray once a year and we never need to pry them open. I apply the spray to a soak an old rag and wipe the rubber seal, wait for it to dry before closing window.
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"When you find yourself in a hole - quit digging!"
2012 1/2 Eddie Bauer, 2016 Ram Laramie 3500 SWB 4x4 6.7L Cummins 68RFE
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03-21-2016, 08:53 PM
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2020 Classic 33
Box Elder
, South Dakota
Join Date: Oct 2013
Posts: 1,731
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Get some Window Poppers. One of the best investments I made. Got tired of silicone, credit cards, etc. http://www.seeyoudowntheroad.com/window-poppers/
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2020 Classic 33 Twin, 2019 Ram 3500 Longhorn, ProPride
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03-21-2016, 09:30 PM
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Rivet Master
2015 25' Flying Cloud
Bend
, Oregon
Join Date: Sep 2014
Posts: 762
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We found with the windows: release the latches, wait a few mins, easy open...
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03-21-2016, 09:35 PM
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Rivet Master
2016 28' Pendleton
Currently Looking...
Scottsdale
, Arizona
Join Date: Jul 2009
Posts: 840
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Hi from AZ. . . congrats to y'all, looks like a fun set-up you've got there. I love that salsa interior too, thanks for sharing. . . travel safe, Craig
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03-22-2016, 12:38 AM
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Rivet Master
2012 25' Flying Cloud
Battle Lake
, Minnesota
Join Date: Jun 2009
Posts: 7,714
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Really nice, well-matched combo, congratulations!
The window seals are especially sticky when new, use Aerospace 303. If the battery voltage is low, it is more likely to blow a fuse as current draw will be higher.
Learn good inspection and maintenance procedures for your new Airstream, and set up a routine about once a quarter to perform it. Pay special attention to leak checks in the plywood subfloor (moisture detection meter), and corrosion inspection, prompt repair of nicks and scratches, and preventive treatment of shell edges, accessories, and frame with products such as Corrosion X.
It can last a lifetime and look good all the way.
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2012 FC RB, Michelin 16, ProPride 1400
2016 Ram 1500 Laramie Crew Cab 4X4 Ecodiesel 3.92 axles
The Truth is More Important Than the Facts
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03-22-2016, 01:14 AM
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Rivet Master
2019 25' International
Traverse City
, Michigan
Join Date: Sep 2014
Posts: 594
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Very nice! Of course, I'm partial to Airstreams pulled by SUVs, especially white ones! Enjoy your adventure!
BTW - Strongly suggest you get or create your "before driving away" checklist. It will save you errors, money and embarrassment. Lots of good threads and postings on the Forum with checklists. Message me if you want a copy of ours.
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"Don't let perfect be the enemy of better."
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03-22-2016, 07:52 AM
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3 Rivet Member
2021 25' Globetrotter
Somewhere
, Texas
Join Date: Mar 2016
Posts: 247
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Quote:
Originally Posted by PKI
The windows need a little help to open. Some folks use a credit card. We use a flat wooden spatula to carefully work open our windows. The dealer suggests a coating of 303 Aerospace Protectorant and rejects the use of silicone. It sticks more.
Good luck. Travel safe. Pat
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What sticks more, the silicone or the aerospace protectorant?
So the dealer in TN recommended the silicone and we found the quick dry one at the local big box store. We also found a really thin putty knife that seems to work instead of our credit card 
Thanks for the advice!
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03-22-2016, 07:53 AM
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3 Rivet Member
2021 25' Globetrotter
Somewhere
, Texas
Join Date: Mar 2016
Posts: 247
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Quote:
Originally Posted by TCwheels
Very nice! Of course, I'm partial to Airstreams pulled by SUVs, especially white ones! Enjoy your adventure!
BTW - Strongly suggest you get or create your "before driving away" checklist. It will save you errors, money and embarrassment. Lots of good threads and postings on the Forum with checklists. Message me if you want a copy of ours.
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Ditto on white SUV's ...
Would totally like to not reinvent the wheel ... sent you a PM!
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03-22-2016, 08:26 AM
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Rivet Master 
1972 31' Sovereign
Lexington
, Minnesota
Join Date: Feb 2009
Posts: 3,991
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I agree with Window Poppers. Works wonders!
Kay
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03-22-2016, 10:49 AM
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3 Rivet Member
2021 25' Globetrotter
Somewhere
, Texas
Join Date: Mar 2016
Posts: 247
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Minno
I agree with Window Poppers. Works wonders!
Kay
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Originally Posted by ghaynes755
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I suppose it's time I check out Window Poppers!
Thank you to both of you!
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03-22-2016, 10:52 AM
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3 Rivet Member
2021 25' Globetrotter
Somewhere
, Texas
Join Date: Mar 2016
Posts: 247
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Quote:
Originally Posted by dkottum
Really nice, well-matched combo, congratulations!
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Thanks - we're totally looking forward to exploring our great country with this one ... for a long time!
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Learn good inspection and maintenance procedures for your new Airstream, and set up a routine about once a quarter to perform it. Pay special attention to leak checks in the plywood subfloor (moisture detection meter), and corrosion inspection, prompt repair of nicks and scratches, and preventive treatment of shell edges, accessories, and frame with products such as Corrosion X.
It can last a lifetime and look good all the way.
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So what are some of your maintenance routines - I'd like to learn from the folks that have had their setup for a while - and rather not reinvent the wheel. 
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03-22-2016, 10:58 AM
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2 Rivet Member 
2016 26' Flying Cloud
Baltimore
, Maryland
Join Date: Mar 2015
Posts: 30
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Hello chris_kelly,
Congrats on your new Airstream! We too picked ours up recently and we're also from Maryland! Maybe we'll see you out someplace.
Enjoy exploring! Take care,
Mike Robertson
Baltimore, MD
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03-22-2016, 10:59 AM
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2 Rivet Member
2008 27' Classic FB
Coppell
, Texas
Join Date: Feb 2015
Posts: 32
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I use the 303 myself. It has almost eliminated any sticking even after storage for 3-4 months. It is also good protection of all your other rubber, plastic, non-metallic parts. It has been around for many years and contains no petroleum distillates such as ArmourAll.
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03-22-2016, 11:34 AM
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Rivet Master
1977 23' Safari
Niagara on the Lake
, Ontario
Join Date: Aug 2011
Posts: 984
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Congratulations on your new Airstream
Have a safe trip!
The first trip is always memorable.
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2005 Toyota Tundra SR5
2022 Toyota 4Runner SR5
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