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Forum: 2006 - 2010 Classic (all lengths) 05-08-2019, 11:20 PM
Replies: 1,114
Views: 207,707
Posted By tadpoletim
Sleuthing for sliders

If you watch the British detectives on TV (Lewis, Frost, Morse etc) they seem think better on beer, though personally I have never found it that helpful.
But as I read your fascinating tale I was...
Forum: Airstream Classifieds 04-29-2019, 06:23 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 327
Posted By tadpoletim
2005 Airstream Classic 30 - British Columbia

Title: 2005 Airstream Classic 30 - British Columbia
I just posted a new ad on Airstream Classifieds.

Rare slide out model gives lots more interior space. 160w roof solar installed by dealer,...
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 06-25-2018, 04:09 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,892
Posted By tadpoletim
Recertifying US DOT Propane Tanks in Canada

This is an update to my post of a few weeks ago. I called a friend who lives near the BC-US border who spoke to his local propane supplier who told him that Transport Canada recently changed their...
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 05-20-2018, 09:46 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,892
Posted By tadpoletim
Propane tanks in Canada

I discovered last year that my aluminum tanks from 2005 can not be recertified in Canada since they do not bear a Canada DOT code though this was overlooked for one tank by the tech. When I went back...
Forum: On The Road... 04-30-2018, 02:03 PM
Replies: 160
Views: 19,864
Posted By tadpoletim
30' Classic SO - measurement requested

I measured the space between the dinette and the microwave cabinet with the side out. On the floor there is 81/2" and above the wood skirting board 9". I imagine it should be easy to find a bin to...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 12-14-2017, 10:09 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,462
Posted By tadpoletim
I had a similar problem with our 2005 Classic...

I had a similar problem with our 2005 Classic when I bought it and after much head scratching and replacing of fuses found that the 12v and ground leads in the TV were opposite to those in the...
Forum: Base Camp 11-27-2017, 02:03 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 23,315
Posted By tadpoletim
Though I have not tried this on my airstream I...

Though I have not tried this on my airstream I see no reason why it would not work. I have done this many times with my tandem axle 30' horse trailer. Place 3 pieces of 2x8 of staggered lengths one...
Forum: Buyer Guidelines 08-17-2017, 04:32 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 7,584
Posted By tadpoletim
Worth knowing about all this stuff if you are...

Worth knowing about all this stuff if you are buying an AS from another country. There is more to consider than just the price however. I wondered did you factor in the cost of traveling down to the...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 08-17-2017, 11:05 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 6,158
Posted By tadpoletim
Our AS came with a Flojet Waste Pump kit which I...

Our AS came with a Flojet Waste Pump kit which I used for the first time this week and it seemed to work as intended. I am now looking at my options for supplying it with 12v 15 amp power when I need...
Forum: 2009-2015 Flying Cloud 08-15-2017, 09:57 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,742
Posted By tadpoletim
Thanks for your helpful suggestions Peter. I will...

Thanks for your helpful suggestions Peter. I will investigate as you suggest, meanwhile will not only turn off pump but also open sink faucet before towing so as to ensure there is no chance of...
Forum: On The Road... 08-14-2017, 03:44 PM
Replies: 116
Views: 16,703
Posted By tadpoletim
And are you able to get the US recertified tanks...

And are you able to get the US recertified tanks refilled in Canada?
Forum: On The Road... 08-14-2017, 02:36 PM
Replies: 116
Views: 16,703
Posted By tadpoletim
Did you get a reply from your MP? I am dealing...

Did you get a reply from your MP? I am dealing with same situation here - I have two DOT (US) aluminium tanks from 2005 and was able to get one recertified here in Kamloops BC, but the tech declined...
Forum: 2009-2015 Flying Cloud 08-14-2017, 09:55 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,742
Posted By tadpoletim
We had curious similar or related incident on our...

We had curious similar or related incident on our way home from an overnight campout yesterday in our 2005 30' Classic SO. Pump was off. When we stopped at a rest area after climbing to the top of...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 08-06-2017, 06:35 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 10,268
Posted By tadpoletim
TV choice

Before our current TV I towed with Ford 250 TD and got tired of all the breakdowns and of replacing the front brake rotors. Although we do little mileage the replacement Chev Silverado 3500 dually...
Forum: 2006 - 2010 Classic (all lengths) 07-19-2017, 10:22 AM
Replies: 1,114
Views: 207,707
Posted By tadpoletim
We have a 2005 30' Classic SO - we bought last...

We have a 2005 30' Classic SO - we bought last year. Have not used it much but love it. Have added solar and a 2000w Go-Power inverter/charger and new AGM batteries. Happy to join S/OS.
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 06-13-2017, 10:27 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 9,836
Posted By tadpoletim
Judy, This is a complex question with no short...

Judy,
This is a complex question with no short answers. Having spent over 3 months researching and 6 more putting things together I would suggest the following:
Do some research if you are not...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 03-13-2017, 01:49 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,462
Posted By tadpoletim
I would not do it. The extra length will amplify...

I would not do it. The extra length will amplify both lateral and vertical deviations due to wind, bumps in the road, steering corrections etc. I thin it will also change the ground clearance when...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 01-18-2017, 09:09 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 6,418
Posted By tadpoletim
I have a front hitch receiver for my bike rack on...

I have a front hitch receiver for my bike rack on our 2003 Silverado 3500 - have had no problems on a couple of long trips. The two Mountain bikes with slanting cross-bars are at a odd angle but it...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 12-23-2016, 09:56 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,783
Posted By tadpoletim
I recently installed a Go Power 2000w...

I recently installed a Go Power 2000w inverter/charger (IC2000) in our 2005 30' Classic SO. I located the unit up front and centre underneath the couch but had to remove the audio-speaker to make...
Forum: Boondocking 10-21-2016, 08:52 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 18,325
Posted By tadpoletim
A lot of good comments on this topic which I read...

A lot of good comments on this topic which I read with interest as I have just completed the installation of a Go Power IC-2000 W inverter/charger to complement the 160w solar installed earlier in...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 09-17-2016, 08:47 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,613
Posted By tadpoletim
The key word in the question was "back-up camera"...

The key word in the question was "back-up camera" suggesting that it is to be used only when backing up - not the same as a rear view camera which functions while on the highway. I have a 30' horse...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 08-10-2016, 02:14 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,265
Posted By tadpoletim
Thanks for your input. Did you install an...

Thanks for your input. Did you install an inverter?
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 08-10-2016, 10:03 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,265
Posted By tadpoletim
I believe the belly pan is attached to the steel...

I believe the belly pan is attached to the steel frame cross members, right? Are there any holes in the cross members to allow for passage of fore and aft wiring?
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 08-09-2016, 06:36 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,265
Posted By tadpoletim
help with AC wiring addition needed

I am setting about installing a Go-Power IC 2000 inverter/charger unit to go with recently installed 160w solar charger in my 2005 30' Classic with SO. It seems to make sense to remove the existing...
Forum: 2001 - 2005 Classic 08-04-2016, 11:47 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,951
Posted By tadpoletim
Thanks for your suggestion. I tried calling...

Thanks for your suggestion. I tried calling airstream but they were quite unhelpful on this point. Fortunately today I was able to find the ATS myself. My shore power enters at the roadside rear of...
Forum: 2001 - 2005 Classic 08-03-2016, 10:13 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,951
Posted By tadpoletim
HELP wanted - automatic transfer switch location.

I recently bought a lovely 2005 Classic 30 SO and have installed a 160w solar charging system. We are now adding an inverter-charger.

I decided to go with the new Go Power IC 2000 which has an...
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 08-02-2016, 05:15 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 4,607
Posted By tadpoletim
Removal of front sofa 30'Classic SO

I am planning to install an inverter/charger (GP-IC-2000 from GP Electric) to complement the recently installed 160 w solar system and have concluded I can put it where the existing converter is...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 06-12-2016, 11:03 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,756
Posted By tadpoletim
Having just bought a 2005 Classic I am interested...

Having just bought a 2005 Classic I am interested in this thread, especially since we have a slide out to operate which needs power to retract! My thought is to install solar - I think the trailer is...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 06-06-2016, 09:33 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 10,619
Posted By tadpoletim
Thanks. Any suggestions for finding the problem?...

Thanks. Any suggestions for finding the problem? Do I have to physically inspect and trace the wires back from the umbilical?
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 06-05-2016, 05:59 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 10,619
Posted By tadpoletim
I have just bought a 2005 Classic 30 with slide...

I have just bought a 2005 Classic 30 with slide and hauled it home with my 2003 Chev Silverado 3500 Duramax. We were unable to get the running/clearance lights working even after triple checking all...
Forum: On The Road... 05-24-2016, 04:36 PM
Replies: 160
Views: 19,864
Posted By tadpoletim
I am looking at buying my first airstream and...

I am looking at buying my first airstream and have found one with a slide - 2005 Classic 30'. I am wondering why there are so few sliders out there and is there a problem with them? Any feed-back...
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