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Forum: Computers, Internet & Satellite 04-12-2024, 06:19 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,955
Posted By AirstreamJim
I could be wrong, but I believe Airstream only...

I could be wrong, but I believe Airstream only started installing smart TVs in the 2024 model year trailers. If I’m right, your TV is not a smart TV and it would have no WiFi capability.

We...
Forum: Computers, Internet & Satellite 04-10-2024, 08:24 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,265
Posted By AirstreamJim
I have the V3 dish mounted on a Harbor Freight...

I have the V3 dish mounted on a Harbor Freight flagpole. The flagpole sits in a stand that goes under my tongue jack or a tire. Turning the pole to align the dish is a trivially easy task. You just...
Forum: General Repair Forum 04-04-2024, 07:18 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 12,485
Posted By AirstreamJim
My understanding of trailer insurance is that it...

My understanding of trailer insurance is that it only covers collision and comprehensive type claims. Liability is always under your tow vehicle policy.

In that case, your totaled trailer with a...
Forum: General Repair Forum 03-18-2024, 03:09 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 12,485
Posted By AirstreamJim
I’ve seen some very impressive results on the...

I’ve seen some very impressive results on the Airstream Addicts Facebook group. Vinnie’s Northbay Airstream posted one last week that was astounding. I’ve also seen a reference to one in Miami who...
Forum: General Repair Forum 03-18-2024, 12:26 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 12,485
Posted By AirstreamJim
I’m at JC now. I’ve walked around the parking...

I’m at JC now. I’ve walked around the parking lot, and yes, there are many trailers with damage. I’m no expert, and I can’t see roofs, but what I do see are mostly small pock marks and some larger,...
Forum: Our Community 03-15-2024, 06:17 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,325
Posted By AirstreamJim
I’ve heard the roof was blown off a portion of...

I’ve heard the roof was blown off a portion of the touring coach building (what used to be the travel trailer factory, next to the service center). A number of new trailers at the new factory...
Forum: Computers, Internet & Satellite 03-13-2024, 07:07 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,948
Posted By AirstreamJim
I cannot imagine why Starlink would tell you...

I cannot imagine why Starlink would tell you that’s not possible. I installed a SmartPlug Ethernet port on my trailer. I plug the V3 cable (it’s an RJ45 Ethernet connector) into the SmartPlug...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-05-2024, 06:58 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,057
Posted By AirstreamJim
I had the recall done on my 2016. I’ve towed my...

I had the recall done on my 2016. I’ve towed my 34’ on one relatively short trip since then and noticed no difference in performance. I’m not the type who pushes his vehicles to their limits and I...
Forum: Airstream Classifieds 02-04-2024, 05:55 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 265
Posted By AirstreamJim
Airstream Sofa, Loveseat, and Corner Table - Florida

Sofa, Loveseat, and Corner Table from Airstream 2009 Classic Limited 34. The Airstream was delivered with the L Lounge layout. Both the sofa 76 wide and the loveseat 48 wide are jackknife and...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 01-10-2024, 03:59 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,146
Posted By AirstreamJim
Cliff’s Notes edition: From what I can see,...

Cliff’s Notes edition:

From what I can see, only the standard pipe adapter accessory is recalled. If you didn’t buy the 3rd generation dish and also the standard pipe adapter (an optional,...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 12-25-2023, 10:27 AM
Replies: 216
Views: 38,984
Posted By AirstreamJim
Objectively not true. Each instance of a...

Objectively not true. Each instance of a manufacturer being caught using a defeat device has resulted in that manufacturer producing a “fix” that made the engine/emissions compliant with the rule....
Forum: Tow Vehicles 12-23-2023, 08:06 AM
Replies: 216
Views: 38,984
Posted By AirstreamJim
Well isn’t this special. I’ve already been...

Well isn’t this special.

I’ve already been through this with my 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee 3.0 L diesel. FCA got caught doing the same as VW. I got a cash settlement, but had to have a software...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 12-09-2023, 07:45 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,520
Posted By AirstreamJim
Crossing GE air conditioners off the list of...

Crossing GE air conditioners off the list of replacement options!

Jim
Forum: On The Road... 11-01-2023, 06:05 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,215
Posted By AirstreamJim
That’s a “Diverging Diamond Interchange.” It’s a...

That’s a “Diverging Diamond Interchange.” It’s a fairly new concept for high-volume interchanges. Primary advantages are faster throughput (only 2 clearance times per light cycle), and reduction in...
Forum: On The Road... 10-14-2023, 05:46 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 10,147
Posted By AirstreamJim
When we lived in NY we also had two, one for...

When we lived in NY we also had two, one for towing and one for not towing. We quickly learned that forgetting to swap them out made no difference; we were always charged the correct toll based on...
Forum: WBCCI Forum 10-13-2023, 06:15 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,591
Posted By AirstreamJim
Until recently (before they started sending out...

Until recently (before they started sending out your entire number on one sheet) there was no official, standard typeface for the Big Red Numbers. See this post from a few years back: Big Red Numbers...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 10-04-2023, 06:21 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,321
Posted By AirstreamJim
I twitched when I saw that ad on Facebook the...

I twitched when I saw that ad on Facebook the other day.

Nobody proofs anything anymore.

Jim
Forum: On The Road... 08-10-2023, 08:03 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 530
Posted By AirstreamJim
Only issue is the Cross Island. It’s a parkway,...

Only issue is the Cross Island. It’s a parkway, and in NY and Connecticut, you cannot pull a trailer on a parkway. And you really don’t want to, because on just about any of those parkways, you’ll...
Forum: On The Road... 07-20-2023, 08:06 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,706
Posted By AirstreamJim
I’m a little confused by the OP’s choice of venue...

I’m a little confused by the OP’s choice of venue to resolve his question. It’s highly unlikely that anyone here is qualified to answer the question authoritatively. The only authoritative source for...
Forum: Windows & Screens 07-07-2023, 06:48 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,188
Posted By AirstreamJim
We had a side window break due to our own...

We had a side window break due to our own negligence. Got it replaced the next day at an Airstream dealer. But after seeing how common it is for those windows to break, i ordered a replacement from...
Forum: On The Road... 07-06-2023, 02:45 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 644
Posted By AirstreamJim
As a lifelong New York City resident, I can’t...

As a lifelong New York City resident, I can’t stress the inadvisability of this strongly enough. There is no place between the GW Bridge and Nassau County that would be conducive to this.

Have...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 06-24-2023, 05:23 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,222
Posted By AirstreamJim
I have two ACs, and neither is directly above the...

I have two ACs, and neither is directly above the thermostat, so once the thermostat cable gets up to the ceiling it has to traverse through at least one rib before it arrives at the zone 1 (living...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 06-24-2023, 03:53 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,222
Posted By AirstreamJim
That unit does look nice. I like the 4dB...

That unit does look nice. I like the 4dB reduction in noise.

The only issue I see after looking at the installation manual on Dometic’s website, (and I’m no expert by any means) is that you will...
Forum: Airstream Classifieds 06-17-2023, 01:33 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,750
Posted By AirstreamJim
Tallahassee.

Tallahassee.
Forum: Member Introductions 06-03-2023, 01:25 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 681
Posted By AirstreamJim
Welcome! Jim

Welcome!

Jim
Forum: Tow Vehicles 05-25-2023, 09:28 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 12,176
Posted By AirstreamJim
I’m a RAM 2500 owner and very satisfied, but the...

I’m a RAM 2500 owner and very satisfied, but the 2500 (Cummins diesel) and the 1500 are two very different beasts, so I can’t offer you any helpful insights. One thing I’d recommend, though, is not...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 05-21-2023, 07:10 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,373
Posted By AirstreamJim
Nathan AirChime K5LA. Go big or go home! 😁 ...

Nathan AirChime K5LA. Go big or go home! 😁

Jim
Forum: On The Road... 05-15-2023, 06:22 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 14,944
Posted By AirstreamJim
That’s a bit rough, having a bad day? I have...

That’s a bit rough, having a bad day?

I have no issue with any state managing its parks however they see fit. If I have to pay a higher rate because I’m a non-resident, so be it. States should...
Forum: On The Road... 05-14-2023, 07:51 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 14,944
Posted By AirstreamJim
Actually, it doesn’t happen in Florida, either....

Actually, it doesn’t happen in Florida, either. Florida State Parks have a 14-day maximum stay. It can be extended to up to 28 days once you’re on-site, if there’s availability and the park manager...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 05-07-2023, 11:16 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,640
Posted By AirstreamJim
Success! Installed the new controller today...

Success!

Installed the new controller today and I am now getting current to the batteries. See screenshot.

Thanks again to all who offered advice. This is why the Airforums is the only place...
Forum: Full-Timing 05-06-2023, 07:15 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,867
Posted By AirstreamJim
We were flooded in Hurricane Sandy in 2012 and...

We were flooded in Hurricane Sandy in 2012 and dealt with FEMA. FEMA, including its National Flood Insurance Program, covers losses only to a permanent structure used as a primary residence. Nothing...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 05-04-2023, 05:55 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,640
Posted By AirstreamJim
I’ve ordered a disconnect switch for the solar as...

I’ve ordered a disconnect switch for the solar as you mentioned, along with a slew of other wiring supplies. I pulled out the furniture at the end of the trailer today and my next task, along with...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 05-03-2023, 08:40 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,640
Posted By AirstreamJim
Well that’s a major problem. While the controller...

Well that’s a major problem. While the controller is still under warranty, I burned the bridge with the dealer (Airstream of Tampa) after the disaster they inflicted on me (they screwed up a lot more...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 05-03-2023, 07:43 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,640
Posted By AirstreamJim
Good morning…not. 😡 After updating all the...

Good morning…not. 😡

After updating all the SmartSolar settings according to the BattleBorn web site and running the batteries down overnight, I’m still getting zero current from the solar. I have...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 05-02-2023, 02:37 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,640
Posted By AirstreamJim
I’m not sure I understand this. Do you mean the...

I’m not sure I understand this. Do you mean the physical (wiring) connection?


Forgive my ignorance, but if voltage is irrelevant, how do you know the batteries are fully charged?


Hopefully...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 05-02-2023, 02:23 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,640
Posted By AirstreamJim
Thank you for that! I created the VE Network and...

Thank you for that! I created the VE Network and added both devices to it. Shouldn’t this have been done by Airstream of Tampa? Oh, never mind…. :angry:

Here are screenshots of the shunt settings...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 05-02-2023, 02:14 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,640
Posted By AirstreamJim
Here are the screenshots of both the shunt and...

Here are the screenshots of both the shunt and the solar controller, while not connected to shore power. When this was taken, there was a patch of sun on a couple of panels…not enough to do much of...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 05-01-2023, 06:31 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,640
Posted By AirstreamJim
How would I check this? The SmartSolar...

How would I check this?

The SmartSolar accurately reflects the actual charge of the batteries, as verified by a meter on the battery. (It’s actually a few hundredths of volts lower at the MPPT due...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 05-01-2023, 06:25 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,640
Posted By AirstreamJim
The battery voltage reading is a bit misleading…I...

The battery voltage reading is a bit misleading…I took that screenshot while the rig was on shore power, and the batteries were still being charged (in bulk mode, IIRC) by the converter. The actual...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 05-01-2023, 01:13 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,640
Posted By AirstreamJim
Solar Not Charging Batteries

Recently had Jackson Center add two more Zamp panels to the three previously installed by Airstream of Tampa, for a total of 450 watts. Tampa had installed 2 Battle Born batteries, a Victron...
Forum: Bumpers & Bumper Storage 04-15-2023, 06:24 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 274
Posted By AirstreamJim
2009 Classic Rubber Bumper Pad Detached

One of the corner rubber pads on the bumper of our 2009 Classic is becoming detached. The reflective marker is screwed through this pad to the bumper structure, holding one end of the pad in place....
Forum: Tires 04-14-2023, 05:09 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 9,150
Posted By AirstreamJim
Well, that’s disturbing. I’ll be putting new...

Well, that’s disturbing. I’ll be putting new shoes (6 of ‘em) on our 34 later this year. Was planning to go to Discount Tire, as my experience has been as you described. But now….

I’d love to know...
Forum: On The Road... 04-07-2023, 12:02 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 7,309
Posted By AirstreamJim
I found the post. Here’s a screen shot. Jim

I found the post. Here’s a screen shot.

Jim
Forum: On The Road... 04-07-2023, 09:43 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 7,309
Posted By AirstreamJim
These bike racks have a history of breaking the...

These bike racks have a history of breaking the bracket that holds them to the Airstream, even when not loaded >75 lbs.

I saw something cryptic on an Airstream Facebook group (can’t remember...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 04-06-2023, 11:50 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,806
Posted By AirstreamJim
Save yourself the trouble of a return. Micro-Air...

Save yourself the trouble of a return. Micro-Air makes a model for the Coleman units. Use their online guide (link to follow) to select the correct model, and then look at the installation manual for...
Forum: Base Camp 04-06-2023, 07:33 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 995
Posted By AirstreamJim
I’m sorry you’re going through all this....

I’m sorry you’re going through all this. Airstream should be stepping up for you!

Shoddy work by Airstream of Tampa, however, is not surprising. My last experience made me a “never again” customer...
Forum: On The Road... 03-08-2023, 05:46 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 10,491
Posted By AirstreamJim
I’m sorry that you don’t like this idea, but as a...

I’m sorry that you don’t like this idea, but as a Florida resident, I believe it’s long overdue. It is impossible for Florida residents to go camping in our own state, where we pay taxes to help fund...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 03-07-2023, 06:33 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,228
Posted By AirstreamJim
I wasn’t aware the club member directory was...

I wasn’t aware the club member directory was available to non-club members.

I would have been happy to help if I could, but I wouldn’t be happy to know my contact information is openly available...
Forum: On The Road... 09-21-2022, 05:35 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 634
Posted By AirstreamJim
If you plan to visit New York City, then you’re...

If you plan to visit New York City, then you’re not going to have much choice. If heavy traffic is a deal-breaker for you, then the northeast corridor between Washington and Boston could be...
Forum: On The Road... 09-19-2022, 06:17 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,367
Posted By AirstreamJim
To clarify: both Amtrak and Metro-North trains...

To clarify: both Amtrak and Metro-North trains stop at the Croton-Harmon station, which is next to the park. Amtrak trains go to Penn Station in Manhattan; Metro-North trains go to Grand Central...
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