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Forum: Fresh Water Systems 04-20-2024, 04:02 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 943
Posted By majorairhead
Take some time and look in there where the pump...

Take some time and look in there where the pump is, look around at the wiring and make sure there's not a wire loose or disconnected.
Forum: Clearcoat, Exterior Paint & Trim 04-17-2024, 05:56 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,973
Posted By majorairhead
Just an idea.... ...

Just an idea....

https://www.airforums.com/forums/f381/lets-see-your-patches-68104.html
Forum: Leaks - Weatherstrips, Gaskets, Caulks & Sealants 04-17-2024, 05:50 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,842
Posted By majorairhead
I believe this issue to be commonly overlooked...

I believe this issue to be commonly overlooked and the source of unknown water entry in to an airstream. The water runs down the exterior glass, lays in the groove between the glass and the aluminum...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 04-16-2024, 03:39 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 311
Posted By majorairhead
I watched an Airstream tech replace a converter...

I watched an Airstream tech replace a converter in my 30. Sounds to me like mine is positioned identical to yours in the 25. He got on the floor, reached in there, yanked the bundle of wires around...
Forum: On The Road... 04-08-2024, 04:31 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 4,139
Posted By majorairhead
Sorry, I will have to practice restraint of pen...

Sorry, I will have to practice restraint of pen and tongue on this one.
Forum: Boondocking 04-08-2024, 04:23 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,671
Posted By majorairhead
This is a short bed F250 with a Leer cap. I'm not...

This is a short bed F250 with a Leer cap. I'm not necessarily focused on boondocking, however, there is a Champion 2500 in there and 2 propane tanks. Modify to suit one's needs :)
Forum: On The Road... 04-02-2024, 05:14 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 986
Posted By majorairhead
I'd be inclined to take 70 over to Columbus and...

I'd be inclined to take 70 over to Columbus and run up 23 picking up 75 in Findlay Ohio.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-31-2024, 05:18 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 6,004
Posted By majorairhead
I tow our 30 foot International with what's in my...

I tow our 30 foot International with what's in my signature. Big Red runs on 87 octane. She's a big, fat, 6.2 liter gas hawgin' V8 :)

We got 8.5 or so on the last leg of our journey up from...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 03-01-2024, 07:00 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 724
Posted By majorairhead
I don't know about the 12v cutoff switch. ...

I don't know about the 12v cutoff switch.

What I'd do if I were you is locate all batteries, get a simple multimeter and test the batteries, see what voltage they're at.

I think the rig likely...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 03-01-2024, 06:52 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,126
Posted By majorairhead
Check the power at the post, make sure it's...

Check the power at the post, make sure it's switched on.

Check all breakers, make sure they're no 'tripped'.

Find and check GFCI and make sure it isn't 'tripped'.

Make sure battery...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 02-29-2024, 05:30 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 12,660
Posted By majorairhead
In some cases, this is a legal question. In other...

In some cases, this is a legal question. In other cases, it's a question of ethics, and/or common sense.

If legal in a particular jurisdiction, then yes, I'd dump grey water outside, providing it...
Forum: Awnings 02-29-2024, 05:01 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 495
Posted By majorairhead
I make absolutely no guarantees for any of the...

I make absolutely no guarantees for any of the information on any of the following websites, as I've never dealt with any of them, and do not know their reliability. I also am in no way certain that...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 02-29-2024, 12:05 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 724
Posted By majorairhead
Often batteries that are totally depleted are no...

Often batteries that are totally depleted are no longer good, and need to be replaced. They'll no longer hold a charge.
Forum: Winterizing, Storage, Carports & Covers 02-24-2024, 04:13 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,870
Posted By majorairhead
Search for rear bumper leak and check it out for...

Search for rear bumper leak and check it out for that too. Lots of info on this site. Here's one thread.
...
Forum: Winterizing, Storage, Carports & Covers 02-23-2024, 04:25 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,870
Posted By majorairhead
I would think, just for starters, you'd want to...

I would think, just for starters, you'd want to fully pressurize the water system, run all systems on board, including freshwater tank, pump, and a hookup to city water connection.

Fill all...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 02-23-2024, 04:13 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 484
Posted By majorairhead
I always try and refrain from divulging too much...

I always try and refrain from divulging too much information about companies, well, because one never knows how they'll be when it comes to service.

These guys, Progressive, treated me 100%, no...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 02-23-2024, 05:30 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 484
Posted By majorairhead
I recently dealt with Progressive Industries on...

I recently dealt with Progressive Industries on an issue. I recommend contacting them directly, explain the issue and see what they say.
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 02-18-2024, 06:09 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,598
Posted By majorairhead
I'd get a good dehumidifier and run it for...

I'd get a good dehumidifier and run it for several days straight.

I run this one, and it works real good.
...
Forum: Buyer Guidelines 02-14-2024, 02:22 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,132
Posted By majorairhead
I spend a lot of time in an RV resort. There's...

I spend a lot of time in an RV resort. There's only 2 airstreams in here. Basically, ALL rv's have issues, one thing or another, some sooner, some later. I've seen million dollar Class A's with...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 02-13-2024, 05:08 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,215
Posted By majorairhead
I towed a 25 footer with an F150 crew cab 4x4...

I towed a 25 footer with an F150 crew cab 4x4 that had the 3.5 ecoboost. That truck and motor are/were awesome, and did the job without a problem.

I then towed that same 25 footer with an F250...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 02-10-2024, 04:48 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,997
Posted By majorairhead
I'd recommend taking a look on the sticker in the...

I'd recommend taking a look on the sticker in the driver side door jam and post up in here what the payload capacity is on your truck.
Forum: Plumbing - Systems & Fixtures 02-08-2024, 05:15 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 539
Posted By majorairhead
Remove the 4 screws, pull it from the wall,...

Remove the 4 screws, pull it from the wall, unplug it and wait 10 minutes or so, then plug it back in....see what that does.
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 02-06-2024, 11:50 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,797
Posted By majorairhead
Your on board water pump has a backflow preventer...

Your on board water pump has a backflow preventer in it. That has either failed, or is stuck open.

Turn off or disconnect the city water, and run the pump for a spell, maybe an hour, maybe a day...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 02-04-2024, 07:32 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 935
Posted By majorairhead
Dielectric grease. I keep some on hand. Apply...

Dielectric grease. I keep some on hand. Apply sparingly, wipe off excess.

That being said, I'm not sure we have the actual cause of this particular power cord burn.

This topic can easily go...
Forum: On The Road... 01-30-2024, 12:16 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,591
Posted By majorairhead
Maria Stein. Shrine of the Holy Relics.

Maria Stein. Shrine of the Holy Relics.
Forum: On The Road... 01-30-2024, 05:51 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,166
Posted By majorairhead
Your main issues would be freezing at the waste...

Your main issues would be freezing at the waste tank valves, outside shower hose, and city water hookup, provided you run furnace only and no space heaters.

You'd also want to have your water...
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 01-28-2024, 02:58 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,637
Posted By majorairhead
If you're only using the freshwater tank, and the...

If you're only using the freshwater tank, and the pump isn't pumping properly, make sure you have water in the on board tank. I know it sounds dumb, but hey, you gotta start somewhere right!

Then,...
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 01-28-2024, 06:04 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,286
Posted By majorairhead
I have one of each on my rig. We were out west...

I have one of each on my rig. We were out west when one hose began leaking, and had to track down the brass adapter/fitting so the new hose would fit the regulator. I believe this to be the inverted...
Forum: Windows & Screens 01-26-2024, 05:10 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 508
Posted By majorairhead
I think you can order the window and put it in...

I think you can order the window and put it in yourself. Call the dealership and ask them.

Watch this....

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-DnOc6dXpDA
Forum: Windows & Screens 01-23-2024, 02:35 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 267
Posted By majorairhead
Sounds like poor window seals, either tighten the...

Sounds like poor window seals, either tighten the window latches or replace the gasket/seal.
Forum: Buyer Guidelines 01-22-2024, 04:01 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,938
Posted By majorairhead
Not a good way to start off. I say no deal....

Not a good way to start off.

I say no deal. It's my cash, get me a good one or I'll find somebody that will.
Forum: Member Introductions 01-22-2024, 03:44 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,853
Posted By majorairhead
We bought our first from Colonial, and our...

We bought our first from Colonial, and our current Airstream from Virginia. I wouldn't take our unit anywhere but Jackson Center for warranty, or other significant work.

We're past warranty now,...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 01-22-2024, 07:49 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,398
Posted By majorairhead
Pick the generator you want and DO IT! I've fired...

Pick the generator you want and DO IT! I've fired up our champion propane powered generator simply so my wife could run the hair dryer!
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 01-21-2024, 06:43 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,879
Posted By majorairhead
I installed flooring, including vinyl, for years....

I installed flooring, including vinyl, for years. Unless mistaken, the vinyl in an Airstream is NOT glued down. Maybe glued around the edges, but otherwise not. So, I don't think there's any glue...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 01-21-2024, 06:13 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 11,208
Posted By majorairhead
That Tundra interior will never change, so if you...

That Tundra interior will never change, so if you go that route, you'll be looking at that blue color you mentioned, and the big screen, every time you drive it.

I'd get the Chevy. I'd order it,...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 01-19-2024, 12:26 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,481
Posted By majorairhead
I don't see any issues at all towing a 30 foot...

I don't see any issues at all towing a 30 foot airstream up that hill. The only thing I see that may be needed is to trim back some bushes and stuff on the right side going up, you'll want to be way...
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 01-18-2024, 06:46 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,649
Posted By majorairhead
Awesome when a relatively easy fix is found, good...

Awesome when a relatively easy fix is found, good for you! Thanks for coming back in here with the update.
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 01-18-2024, 11:42 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,649
Posted By majorairhead
May be sucking air somewhere, I'd check around...

May be sucking air somewhere, I'd check around the pump inlet/outlet first.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 01-17-2024, 06:21 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 4,947
Posted By majorairhead
I'm a 4wd kind of guy. It's better to have it and...

I'm a 4wd kind of guy. It's better to have it and not need it, than need it and not have it.

If I were buying a tow vehicle, new or used, it would have to be 4wd.
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 01-17-2024, 06:18 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 765
Posted By majorairhead
Exterior rivets take a special tool to properly...

Exterior rivets take a special tool to properly replace if one shears off. I've had two airstreams in 7 years and only had one exterior rivet that sheared.

Interior rivets can be replaced with a...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 01-15-2024, 05:36 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,879
Posted By majorairhead
Is that a subfloor issue, or a vinyl wrinkle?

Is that a subfloor issue, or a vinyl wrinkle?
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 01-14-2024, 06:38 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 9,571
Posted By majorairhead
I'm gonna push for a class b to tool around in...

I'm gonna push for a class b to tool around in when the time comes.
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 01-11-2024, 03:54 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,167
Posted By majorairhead
I don't have a tankless heater, and don't know...

I don't have a tankless heater, and don't know the answer to your question. But a free bumperoo might get someone to weigh in on the matter.

For now, make sure you have enough propane to and...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 01-10-2024, 08:34 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 11,886
Posted By majorairhead
I don't know the cause of this failure, I...

I don't know the cause of this failure, I wouldn't even want to take a guess. However, the hitch and ball look rusty to me, and appear to lack grease. I've attached a couple pictures of my hitch,...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 01-08-2024, 05:01 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 853
Posted By majorairhead
The plastic lens pops off. They are on there real...

The plastic lens pops off. They are on there real tight. I removed one or two in the past, bare hands, squeezing, pulling, kind of rocking back and forth, until it started to give a little, then it...
Forum: Buyer Guidelines 01-01-2024, 05:49 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,939
Posted By majorairhead
I sit here in Florida looking at our 2019...

I sit here in Florida looking at our 2019 International and wonder how we towed it 7,500 miles this past summer. Yet, there she sits, plugged in to 50 amp for the winter.

Amazing.

I've...
Forum: Full-Timing, Winter Living & Workamping 12-31-2023, 06:01 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,237
Posted By majorairhead
We've been using the GE 20 pint. I does the job....

We've been using the GE 20 pint. I does the job. It keeps things dry. We don't use anything else. It's not tiny or silent, but it's a workhorse.
...
Forum: On The Road... 12-30-2023, 06:16 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 10,928
Posted By majorairhead
I70 from the Ohio Line heading West in to...

I70 from the Ohio Line heading West in to Indiana, wheweeee, that first stretch in Indiana will test your rivets for sure.

95 South through South Carolina is rough, but better than it was. I've...
Forum: Rock Guards, Segment & Window Protectors 12-28-2023, 05:11 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,007
Posted By majorairhead
Excellent!

Excellent!
Forum: Off Topic Forum 12-22-2023, 05:14 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,170
Posted By majorairhead
Well, they do have a point (sarcasm detected). ...

Well, they do have a point (sarcasm detected).

#356 It's hard to count ALL the rivets in an Airstream
#357 Airstream trailers sit so close to the ground, you can't get under them to change the...
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