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Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 08-10-2022, 09:12 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 11,715
Posted By alphamale49
towed 27 ft International for 6 years with F150...

towed 27 ft International for 6 years with F150 Lariat Ecoboost 3.5 liter with tow package. Worked just fine. Sold the truck and have the trailer listed for sale as I am going back on the grid. Had a...
Forum: On The Road... 08-05-2022, 09:45 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 6,764
Posted By alphamale49
I have stayed at many long term campgrounds....

I have stayed at many long term campgrounds. Allstays.com has extensive information about campgrounds.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 08-03-2022, 09:11 AM
Replies: 296
Views: 50,121
Posted By alphamale49
I towed my 27 footer for 6 years with an Ford...

I towed my 27 footer for 6 years with an Ford F150 3.5L EcoBoost V6. Had lots of stuff in the trailer too. Could go uphill at 70 miles per hour or more. Never had a problem.
Forum: Airstream Classifieds 06-17-2022, 08:57 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 590
Posted By alphamale49
See my ad for a 27 ft FB International Serenity...

See my ad for a 27 ft FB International Serenity in Helen, Georgia at the 'Top of Georgia Airstream Park'.
Forum: Stella's Kitchen 03-30-2022, 10:34 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,661
Posted By alphamale49
All the Lodge brand ironware I have seen has a...

All the Lodge brand ironware I have seen has a rough finish. Better to go to a flea market and buy the old stuff. Smooth cooking surface is worth the price.
Forum: General Interior Topics 03-11-2022, 09:52 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 628
Posted By alphamale49
Not exactly restoration

I just made some changes to my 2017 27 ft FB International Serenity. I needed a new toilet so I got a Dometic 320 from etrailer, but replaced the seat with a slow down lid and seat. I like the silver...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 03-03-2022, 09:38 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 13,225
Posted By alphamale49
I have a Champion 30 Amp duel fuel it works...

I have a Champion 30 Amp duel fuel it works great. Always used propane.
Forum: On The Road... 02-13-2022, 09:41 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,408
Posted By alphamale49
Wilson's RV Park while in AV. The BRP is subject...

Wilson's RV Park while in AV. The BRP is subject to being closed when there is inclement weather. I've always enjoed the BRP a few times in my 27 foot International Serenity also. Have stayed at...
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 01-20-2022, 03:43 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,250
Posted By alphamale49
In desparation I was able to stop the leak by...

In desparation I was able to stop the leak by attaching tightly a 1/2 inch screw hose pipe around the circumference of the brass/copper fittings. The leak has stopped! Yeah! Later I'll make the trap...
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 01-19-2022, 03:45 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,250
Posted By alphamale49
The toilet supply line at least. Other than that...

The toilet supply line at least. Other than that I really don't know. Thats why I would like to gain access.
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 01-18-2022, 09:04 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,250
Posted By alphamale49
Dissapointing answer from Airstream.'....The base...

Dissapointing answer from Airstream.'....The base panel should be held in by screws ....'. I informed them that there are no visible screws. They responded '...You may have to take off the side...
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 01-17-2022, 10:00 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,250
Posted By alphamale49
Toilet supply line access under vanity

Water leaking out of the mouse hole where the line enters the bathroom from under the vanity. (Water turned off now). How can I access the line under the vanity? I am awaiting a response from...
Forum: General Repair Forum 01-17-2022, 09:30 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,026
Posted By alphamale49
I've been fooled a few times by a working furnace...

I've been fooled a few times by a working furnace because the interior temperature was already what I wanted with the furnace on. Duh! Also, it can take almost a minute sometimes for the furnace to...
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 01-14-2022, 08:19 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,039
Posted By alphamale49
I have a leak coming from under the bathroom...

I have a leak coming from under the bathroom vanity. I downloaded the parts book as recommended by the first responder to my inquiry and it is very informative. However for the life of me I don't see...
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 01-13-2022, 01:24 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,039
Posted By alphamale49
Plumbing diagrams

Where are they hiding the plumbing diagrams? Looked all over the net and the pamphlets they gave me. 27 foot 2017 Airstream Serenity FB. Thanks.
Forum: General Repair Forum 01-11-2022, 05:31 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,085
Posted By alphamale49
Actually, my brother who is a blacksmith/ferrier...

Actually, my brother who is a blacksmith/ferrier did something similar to the opposite stabilizer a couple years ago. He is a thousand miles away right now though. I am in Florida. He is in 10 degree...
Forum: General Repair Forum 01-10-2022, 11:09 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,085
Posted By alphamale49
Actually the only thing that needs repaired is...

Actually the only thing that needs repaired is the long screw that you turn to lower and raise the stabilizer. It's only one of them too. It got bent when I tried to park in a tight space at the...
Forum: General Repair Forum 01-04-2022, 09:05 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,085
Posted By alphamale49
Removing stabilizers

I couldn't find much information on the forums about removing and repairing/replacing the four stabilizers. A single bolt at the inside end and two pairs near the outside end of the stabilizer for a...
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 12-26-2021, 05:05 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,569
Posted By alphamale49
Here is a picture of the leak. The water comes...

Here is a picture of the leak. The water comes out of the hole that was cut out of the bathroom cabinet to pass through the toilet water supply line.
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 12-25-2021, 10:10 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,057
Posted By alphamale49
...fyi. As I thought the leak continues when...

...fyi. As I thought the leak continues when using tank water and the pump. I'll keep at it. No real good news yet...
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 12-25-2021, 05:21 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,569
Posted By alphamale49
Yes. Hot and cold sink water valves, the yellow...

Yes. Hot and cold sink water valves, the yellow valve, the backwash valve, and the toilet intake valve were all turned off and the leak continues as long as the city water is on outside the trailer.
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 12-24-2021, 10:33 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,057
Posted By alphamale49
Complete bathroom water shutoff.

Aside from shutting off all city water at the source is there a way to shut off water to the bathroom entirely while leaving the kitchen and shower water available? I want to do this while I...
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 12-24-2021, 04:08 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,569
Posted By alphamale49
I don't know why the T-bolts were so corroded....

I don't know why the T-bolts were so corroded. Incidentally, is there a way to shut off all water to the bathroom and just the bathroom? So there is still water in the shower and kitchen sink. Thanks.
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 12-23-2021, 02:15 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,569
Posted By alphamale49
I was lucky to be able to purchase a Thetford...

I was lucky to be able to purchase a Thetford Style II at a local RV dealer. It installed perfectly to replace the original toilet. Thanks all and Merry Christmas.
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 12-22-2021, 02:49 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,569
Posted By alphamale49
Trying to replace Dometic 310 toilet with a 320

It doesn't fit my 27 foot 2017 Airstream International Serenity. The rear of the new 320 toilet hits the back wall of the bathroom such that I can't seat the bowl properly. (Leaves an unacceptable...
Forum: Doors & Locks 12-16-2021, 12:06 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,220
Posted By alphamale49
Thanks all. Phew! I forcefully turned the door...

Thanks all. Phew! I forcefully turned the door handle up and the door popped open! What a relief. Next project is to buy a bathroom door handle that doesn't lock. I really don't need a lock on my...
Forum: Doors & Locks 12-16-2021, 10:44 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,220
Posted By alphamale49
Help! Bathroom door locked from outside!

How do I unlock the bathroom door from the outside? Trying to fix the loose door handle I made things worse!
Forum: General Repair Forum 12-16-2021, 10:12 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 460
Posted By alphamale49
Replace kitchen faucet hose

Is it easy to replace the flexible kitchen faucet hose? It looks like I just unscrew the faucet from one end and unscrew the hose from the connection under the sink. Then push the new hose down...
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 12-13-2021, 08:04 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 741
Posted By alphamale49
Replacing kitchen faucet hose

Is it easy to replace the flexible kitchen faucet hose? It looks like I just unscrew the faucet from one end and unscrew the hose from the connection under the sink. Then push the new hose down...
Forum: Plumbing - Systems & Fixtures 12-10-2021, 11:26 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 13,890
Posted By alphamale49
On a realted note, is is easy to replace just the...

On a realted note, is is easy to replace just the pulldown spray hose? Just unscrew from both ends then thread it back down and reattach? Thanks.
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 10-03-2021, 10:31 AM
Replies: 113
Views: 9,408
Posted By alphamale49
Borgward

Borgward
Forum: Audio, Video & TV 08-05-2021, 06:32 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,180
Posted By alphamale49
Thanks everyone. I bought a new LG DVD/BlueRay...

Thanks everyone. I bought a new LG DVD/BlueRay player with WIFI streaming at Walmart. I found the phillips head screws and removed them. The jungle of wires at first was a bit confusing, but all I...
Forum: Audio, Video & TV 08-04-2021, 06:45 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,180
Posted By alphamale49
...sorry that the picture is upside down. It...

...sorry that the picture is upside down. It wasn't when I posted it.
Forum: Audio, Video & TV 08-04-2021, 06:44 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,180
Posted By alphamale49
Repair/Replace DVD player

I boogered up the DVD tray by slamming the cabinet door into the tray. Now the tray won't go back in after fiddling around with it. I'd like to take the DVD player out to repair or replace it....
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 06-15-2021, 09:29 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,783
Posted By alphamale49
I love mine. The sticker needs to be a part way...

I love mine. The sticker needs to be a part way under the propane tank cover but that does not interfere with the assist. I just zig-zag easily into my spot!
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 06-01-2021, 04:56 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,306
Posted By alphamale49
So as of this morning, it is 'working' again. The...

So as of this morning, it is 'working' again. The water has stopped running. I am thinking there may have been some material preventing the full closure of the plate that covers the entrance to the...
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 05-31-2021, 11:27 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,306
Posted By alphamale49
Thanks. The bowl fills because the water won't...

Thanks. The bowl fills because the water won't stop filling it. I have the water turned off now of course.
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 05-31-2021, 11:26 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,306
Posted By alphamale49
Thanks. Where do I get the valve assembly?

Thanks. Where do I get the valve assembly?
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 05-31-2021, 07:25 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,306
Posted By alphamale49
Toilet won't shut off

The water keeps running. I tried 'snapping' the foot pedal several times but the water keeps running. I have the water shut off for now and the black tank drain valve open. Never had this problem...
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 04-15-2021, 11:39 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 30,689
Posted By alphamale49
Absolutely right. Blaming these newbies is just...

Absolutely right. Blaming these newbies is just wrong. Airstream needs to get their act together.
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 04-04-2021, 10:52 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,999
Posted By alphamale49
Out west or in Florida I have always wished I had...

Out west or in Florida I have always wished I had 2 air conditioners.
Forum: Computers, Internet & Satellite 03-19-2021, 09:22 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,615
Posted By alphamale49
I am confused by this thread. I use the SYNC in...

I am confused by this thread. I use the SYNC in my 2016 Ford F150 to link up with my cell phone, with $30/month Cricket service. I don't have hot spot service. I just want to know if it is possible...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-09-2021, 10:23 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 23,741
Posted By alphamale49
This crap has happened to me several times and I...

This crap has happened to me several times and I got the frightening 'engine powering down' message. I have managed to survive obviously. But since then I have avoided long steep climbs. As suggested...
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 03-08-2021, 09:41 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 8,855
Posted By alphamale49
Besides water conservation when showering, etc....

Besides water conservation when showering, etc. And only drinking bottled water and beer? I have a 45 gallon pastic bladder that I got from Campmore. I fill it at a gas station or public water...
Forum: General Repair Forum 02-12-2021, 06:27 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 293
Posted By alphamale49
Shower light cover

Where can I get a new shower light cover for my 2017 27 foot International Serenity?
Forum: The Rally Zone 11-14-2020, 09:19 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,469
Posted By alphamale49
following

following
Forum: On The Road... 06-22-2020, 03:36 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,159
Posted By alphamale49
You can beat the heat in the Georgia mountains at...

You can beat the heat in the Georgia mountains at 'Top of Georgia', near Helen. An Airstream only park with full hookups + cable and WIFI for $330/month. Hiking, river tubing, gold panning,...
Forum: Doors & Locks 05-28-2020, 10:36 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,719
Posted By alphamale49
I always recommend camping near the dealer for a...

I always recommend camping near the dealer for a week or so, after a purchase. Ask if he will make 'house' calls if any problems show up.
Forum: Awnings 04-30-2020, 05:50 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 7,768
Posted By alphamale49
The repair was made. Your manufacturer can...

The repair was made. Your manufacturer can recommend a solution. Thanks for all the responses.
Forum: Awnings 04-25-2020, 05:40 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 7,768
Posted By alphamale49
Thanks everyone. I'll give a status update at a...

Thanks everyone. I'll give a status update at a later time. The good folks at Out-Of-Doors Mart in Colfax, NC have already put the new part in the mail.
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