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Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 04-10-2023, 09:13 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,358
Posted By Pongo
I've painted the stinger and the interior of the...

I've painted the stinger and the interior of the female receiver Traffic Yellow. This makes the stinger more visible and less of a shin banger. It also makes it easier for me to see the hitch in...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 03-15-2023, 09:41 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,121
Posted By Pongo
I've had a similar problem, but with the rear...

I've had a similar problem, but with the rear marker lamps. In my case, there was a short in the wiring running to the top rear of the trailer. Wires had not been properly insulated where they pass...
Forum: Forum Admin, News and Member Account Info 01-25-2023, 09:26 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,805
Posted By Pongo
I'd just like to say thank you to those that have...

I'd just like to say thank you to those that have volunteered their time to run AirForum.
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 12-20-2021, 09:35 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 11,995
Posted By Pongo
Side note regarding water drain

Whilst reading your quote from the 2007 operators manual, I took note of the ability to remove a "Large Allen Plug" in order to speed drainage.

I'm wondering if this means that the drain plug...
Forum: Boondocking 12-19-2021, 10:15 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 19,765
Posted By Pongo
1: Battle Born - GC3, qty. 3 2: Battery...

1: Battle Born - GC3, qty. 3
2: Battery capacity - 810A (continuous), 900A (reserve)
3: Inverter /charger - Victron, 3000W


Optional Question/comments


1: 700W roof top solar + 160W...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 10-02-2021, 09:15 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,222
Posted By Pongo
Fuze 98 is "running lights"

Fuze 98 is "running lights"
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 10-01-2021, 08:29 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,222
Posted By Pongo
Thx Gary, Turn signals, break lights &...

Thx Gary,

Turn signals, break lights & breaks all work. The running lights are on a separate 7-pin wire. Yes, I did replace the 7-pin connector all the way to the terminal box in the front...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 09-30-2021, 04:02 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,222
Posted By Pongo
Running Lights truck fuse keeps blowing

I'm blowing fuses on my 2018 F250 for the 2017 International 27FB running lights. The stock rear view camera is also wired into the running lights at the back of the trailer, so the camera loses...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 07-31-2021, 09:22 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,008
Posted By Pongo
I'd take this issue to the Mother Ship for...

I'd take this issue to the Mother Ship for warranty repair. Any potential structural issue will be investigated and resolved. Schedule now, as I believe you'll be looking at January at the earliest.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 05-11-2021, 05:59 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 17,397
Posted By Pongo
250 vs. 350

We have the same trailer as you and pull with a F250 diesel. You are correct in stating that the difference between the 250 and 350 is minimal from a cost perspective. When ordering our truck, the...
Forum: Windows, Doors, Locks & Vents 04-23-2021, 09:39 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 5,972
Posted By Pongo
I’ve been locked out and tried crawling into the...

I’ve been locked out and tried crawling into the storage compartment under the queen bed. Unfortunately, I found it impossible to gain enough leverage to lift the bed.

A handi-bar was our...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 02-25-2021, 09:33 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,049
Posted By Pongo
I assume that you will make use of your standard...

I assume that you will make use of your standard 30A cord and/or an extension. In either case, the receptacle installed by the electrician will be the same. The outdoor mounting box which the...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 08-07-2020, 02:14 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,169
Posted By Pongo
I had the same issue. On our 2017 27FB Serenity...

I had the same issue. On our 2017 27FB Serenity there is a stack of washers held together with electrical tape, which was factory installed, that is used on the threaded shaft as a spacer. Removal of...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 08-07-2020, 02:07 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,196
Posted By Pongo
I’ve the same issue with our 2017 27FB Serenity....

I’ve the same issue with our 2017 27FB Serenity. The GFI in our storage unit repeatedly popped when I would plug the coach in. The GFI was replaced and we had the same issue. Removal of the GFI in...
Forum: General Interior Topics 08-06-2020, 10:27 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,387
Posted By Pongo
If you are attaching the towels bar to a smooth...

If you are attaching the towels bar to a smooth surface, e.g., an aluminum interior wall, you ought check out Hasko. We have had excellent experience with their products inside our coach. No damage...
Forum: 2018 - Current Globetrotter 06-20-2020, 09:21 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 11,836
Posted By Pongo
I also make use of JustRite fuel cans. They are...

I also make use of JustRite fuel cans. They are extremely rugged, don't leak, and are quite functional when in use. I've a 5 gallon diesel can for "just-in-case" travel in remote areas. It has a...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 06-17-2020, 09:45 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,703
Posted By Pongo
I planned to run a portable 160W Zamp from the...

I planned to run a portable 160W Zamp from the A-Frame Zamp plug on our 2017 Serenity, but found that neither the factory roof-top Zamp 160W or portable unit would work, i.e. they both shut down.
...
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 06-06-2020, 09:54 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 10,799
Posted By Pongo
It's my understanding that a plastic plug is...

It's my understanding that a plastic plug is provided in order to avoid a galvanic reaction between dissimilar metals, e.g., a metal plug and the aluminum tank.
Forum: Leaks - Weatherstrips, Gaskets, Caulks & Sealants 04-20-2020, 11:59 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,212
Posted By Pongo
While duct tape is a fix-all, the downside is...

While duct tape is a fix-all, the downside is that it can be difficult to remove, leaving residue. An alternative is gaffers tape, which has most all of the properties of duct tape, but can be...
Forum: Our Community 10-18-2019, 10:23 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,703
Posted By Pongo
Cold weather heat solution

We just came back from a trip with weather into the 20's. I ran the furnace when generator use was practical, but made use of our Little Buddy catalytic heater, which uses no electricity most of the...
Forum: Our Community 05-12-2019, 09:50 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 7,896
Posted By Pongo
I'd recommend investigating the reputation of...

I'd recommend investigating the reputation of Camping World's ownership.
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 04-01-2019, 01:28 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 25,585
Posted By Pongo
Gelled fuel may well be the issue. That said, if...

Gelled fuel may well be the issue. That said, if by chance the generator tipped over, there is a possibility of oil draining out of the unit. I've the same generator and found this out the hard...
Forum: Plumbing - Systems & Fixtures 03-31-2019, 12:13 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,427
Posted By Pongo
We've the Fury. Having researched the varying...

We've the Fury. Having researched the varying models, I felt that the spay pattern options were nice. Now that we have it, we feel that the BodySpa would have been fine; a bit smaller and simpler.
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 12-02-2018, 10:17 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 7,709
Posted By Pongo
We have configured our rig for the concern you've...

We have configured our rig for the concern you've expressed. That said, we found that the Zamp connector plug on the A Frame will not work in connection with the 200W factory roof mounted solar. ...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 11-03-2018, 10:27 AM
Replies: 130
Views: 50,199
Posted By Pongo
I second the plea for quiet. I must confess to...

I second the plea for quiet. I must confess to feeling guilty about running our Yamaha this past week in a northern Wisconsin campground (light snow and then rain for a couple of days), as there...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 11-02-2018, 08:39 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,430
Posted By Pongo
Use of roof mount and portable solar

Our 2017 International Serenity 27B was built with 160 watts of factory solar. It also has the Zamp portable connector on the A-frame. Unfortunately, as configured by the factory, our portable 160...
Forum: General Repair Forum 09-06-2018, 10:17 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,439
Posted By Pongo
We just experienced a water issue in a finished...

We just experienced a water issue in a finished basement and now have a related experience with how the disaster recovery company (ServePro) handled the situation. The technicians pulled up the...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 08-22-2018, 11:09 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 16,159
Posted By Pongo
Our 2017 International Serenity 27B was built...

Our 2017 International Serenity 27B was built with 160 watts of factory solar. It also has the Zamp portable connector on the A-frame. Unfortunately, as configured by the factory, our portable 160...
Forum: Clearcoat, Exterior Paint & Trim 04-26-2018, 05:43 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 24,934
Posted By Pongo
In addition to Walbernize, Airstream also...

In addition to Walbernize, Airstream also recommends GLARE, which they sell at the Airstream online store. It is spendy, but I'm quite pleased with it thus far. According to the manufacturer it...
Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 04-22-2018, 06:36 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,176
Posted By Pongo
Our 2017 International Serenity 27FB was built in...

Our 2017 International Serenity 27FB was built in Aug.'16. It had the chrome cover capped lug nuts, which I replaced with solid stainless steel lug nuts purchased at a NAPA store. (Lots of options...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 04-22-2018, 09:37 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,964
Posted By Pongo
I had a 2015 Denali with the same power and...

I had a 2015 Denali with the same power and towing packages you've described. Our experience pulling our 27FB with a ProPride (a fairly heavy hitch) was similar to that of dznf0g, i.e., no need for...
Forum: Awnings 04-12-2018, 11:45 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 7,804
Posted By Pongo
We've experienced an issue with our automatic...

We've experienced an issue with our automatic awning, principally when the awning is wet. The long arm is supposed to move fully out about 2 feet prior to the secondary arm extending. If the...
Forum: Tires 04-08-2018, 09:12 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,318
Posted By Pongo
Would it not make sense to use the pressures...

Would it not make sense to use the pressures specified by the vehicle manufacturer, i.e. the pressures ID'd on the plate inside of the driver's door?
Forum: Airstream "In the News" 04-06-2018, 09:41 AM
Replies: 631
Views: 123,019
Posted By Pongo
There were two adults involved in this vandalism,...

There were two adults involved in this vandalism, the man carving his initials and the woman that stood there watching; two bad parental examples, in light of the fact that even their daughter...
Forum: Tires 03-25-2018, 09:41 AM
Replies: 108
Views: 33,885
Posted By Pongo
[QUOTE=pfcardwell;2080395]This is the placard on...

[QUOTE=pfcardwell;2080395]This is the placard on 2017 lower right hand side.[/QUOTE

I assume that Airstream calls out tire pressure on each Airstream model's placard for the same reason the auto...
Forum: Buyer Guidelines 03-09-2018, 10:06 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 7,701
Posted By Pongo
Selecting your first Airstream

Te best advice we received when purchasing our RV was to take your time. Talk to as many campers and view as many Airstreams (and SOBs) as you can. We began this process a little over two years...
Forum: 2016 - Current International 03-06-2018, 12:43 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,062
Posted By Pongo
The quote I remember is "sleeps 6, lives 2" ......

The quote I remember is "sleeps 6, lives 2" ... and we've a 27FB
Forum: On The Road... 02-10-2018, 10:34 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,637
Posted By Pongo
I also have the Vlair 450P compressor and am very...

I also have the Vlair 450P compressor and am very impressed with its quality and selection of fittings. That said, the Vlair 450P-RV version that I have includes a 2nd hose, which I find very...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 01-19-2018, 10:30 AM
Replies: 577
Views: 89,714
Posted By Pongo
We made our first trip west with the Intl. 27FB...

We made our first trip west with the Intl. 27FB in 2017 towing with a 2015 GMC Denali 5.3L gasser. When ordering the new vehicle I decided to try a 2018 F250 Platinum Diesel for reasons cited in...
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 11-26-2017, 02:58 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 18,405
Posted By Pongo
These clips are a simple, yet effective fix. ...

These clips are a simple, yet effective fix. Airstream became aware if the solution about a year ago - we picked up the clips at the service center in JS during Alumapalooza.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 09-28-2017, 10:30 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 10,709
Posted By Pongo
I liked the ride in my 2015 Denali with magnetic...

I liked the ride in my 2015 Denali with magnetic ride, but the shocks are now bad and need replacing at a cost of $2300+. A 2018 F250 Platinum is now on order.
Forum: Awnings 09-19-2017, 09:41 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,087
Posted By Pongo
Relax Awning (automatic)

The Relax (12v automatic) awning on our 2017 International 27FB fails to open intermittently. The issue shows up most commonly when the awning is closed when wet. It then fails to open on its own,...
Forum: On The Road... 09-02-2017, 10:02 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 11,403
Posted By Pongo
I've the Vlair 450P-RV. Not inexpensive, but the...

I've the Vlair 450P-RV. Not inexpensive, but the quality and function exceeded my expectations. With 2 hoses, it will reach to the back of the longest Airstream. The connection componentry will...
Forum: Plumbing - Systems & Fixtures 08-26-2017, 11:36 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,964
Posted By Pongo
Followup question regarding filter storage

I'm new at water filtration and would like to pick the brains of those more experienced. I used the 2-filter external system for the first time, but do not expect to make use of it again for some...
Forum: Tires 06-07-2017, 11:40 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 11,368
Posted By Pongo
I've the 450P-RV unit: [LIST] Quality is...

I've the 450P-RV unit:

[LIST]
Quality is excellent. The kit is very comprehensive with all the attachments you will ever need for the coach, the spare, and other applications.
The 2 air...
Forum: On The Road... 06-06-2017, 09:47 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,168
Posted By Pongo
There is a nice local campground just west of...

There is a nice local campground just west of Munising right on Lake Superior that has power.

You are also welcome to boondock at our place about 30 miles south of Marquette on Shagg Lake.
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 03-31-2017, 11:11 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 9,946
Posted By Pongo
"TB 27fb" ... This is a model I've not heard...

"TB 27fb" ... This is a model I've not heard of.
Forum: General Interior Topics 02-24-2017, 12:42 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,738
Posted By Pongo
We ordered sheets for our 2017 27FB Serenity from...

We ordered sheets for our 2017 27FB Serenity from AB Lifestyles. I was also concerned about the mattress thickness, so I called the order in. The person I spoke to was very helpful and spec'd out...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 02-24-2017, 12:36 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,954
Posted By Pongo
We ran into Rich Luhr, the editor, while...

We ran into Rich Luhr, the editor, while traveling this past year. We'd not yet taken receipt of the Serenity we had on order, but had subscribed to his magazine prior to placing the trailer order....
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 02-03-2017, 11:21 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 6,721
Posted By Pongo
Backing is at least as easy with my PP as it is...

Backing is at least as easy with my PP as it is with my conventional hitch. You may experience a small sideways shift when backing at a changing angle, but this is minor and can be attributed to an...
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