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Forum: Off Topic Forum 03-19-2023, 10:02 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,062
Posted By SGandMT
Love all the glass, although doesn't look like...

Love all the glass, although doesn't look like they have screens and curious how they manage privacy, esp. in the bath.
Forum: Electronics & Connectivity 03-05-2023, 11:06 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 8,876
Posted By SGandMT
It is possible. After enjoying this feature in...

It is possible. After enjoying this feature in our 2016, we were bummed to see Airstream stopped doing this when we got our new 2021. I am not sure exactly how they did it, but our dealer service...
Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 09-14-2022, 10:44 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,488
Posted By SGandMT
PPF and Ceramic coatings perform two different...

PPF and Ceramic coatings perform two different functions. PPF is to prevent damage from stone chips. Unless you did the entire car with the paint protective film, most folks will do the PPF on the...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 07-24-2022, 11:24 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,804
Posted By SGandMT
100% agree with this! We went from a...

100% agree with this!



We went from a 2016 FC to a 2021. Glad we got the composite floor, but lukewarm (pun intended) on the tankless. We don't boondock much, so it's not a huge issue, but if...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 02-02-2021, 12:23 PM
Replies: 141
Views: 25,394
Posted By SGandMT
Maybe I am thinking about this incorrectly, but...

Maybe I am thinking about this incorrectly, but from all the TV discussions and posts about AS stated tongue weights being actually quite a bit low compared to actual loaded trailer TW's, wouldn't...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 01-18-2021, 02:07 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 7,906
Posted By SGandMT
Are you saying the Duramax 3.0 I6 diesel weights...

Are you saying the Duramax 3.0 I6 diesel weights 800 lbs more than the 5.3L V8 in the Yukon?
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 01-17-2021, 12:29 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 7,906
Posted By SGandMT
I think tongue weight is probably the tightest...

I think tongue weight is probably the tightest aspect. I have been going down the same rabbit hole with our 27FBQ and trying to find a 2021 Yukon Denali with a high enough payload. Most of the sales...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 01-13-2021, 09:31 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 9,368
Posted By SGandMT
Sounds as if you had a bad personal experience...

Sounds as if you had a bad personal experience with this. Sorry if this is the case. If you don't mind sharing a bit more, it would be helpful. I am driving myself crazy trying to find an appropriate...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 01-13-2021, 10:25 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 9,368
Posted By SGandMT
That's a great payload number. I have been...

That's a great payload number. I have been looking at a 4WD Yukon Denali XL and its 1429, which is a little tight for us.
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 11-28-2020, 12:54 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 19,361
Posted By SGandMT
We just picked up our 2021 FC 27FB and had a...

We just picked up our 2021 FC 27FB and had a chance to try the new set-up for 3 nts while on full hookups. Like the on-demand and the fact that with 4 of us, we no longer run out of hot water,...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 11-20-2020, 11:34 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 566
Posted By SGandMT
One or Two Easy Starts?

Hi All,


Great being a part of this Forum - so much great info!


We just picked up a new 2021 FC27FB with 2 AC's. We had traded out of a 2015 of the same floor plan, but with 1 only 15k btu...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 11-08-2020, 12:20 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,826
Posted By SGandMT
Had the same experience with AM Solar last week....

Had the same experience with AM Solar last week. Still awaiting a followup, and trying to sort through all the suggestions and specs on this Forum in the meantime is overwhelming. I am likely going...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 08-25-2020, 01:18 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 14,176
Posted By SGandMT
I would be interested, too, if you can develop a...

I would be interested, too, if you can develop a way to shut them down.
Forum: Tommy Bahama Special Editions 08-18-2020, 10:52 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,022
Posted By SGandMT
Looks like you are in Sparks. I am in Truckee and...

Looks like you are in Sparks. I am in Truckee and would be interested in buying it from you. Let me know how to connect. I will be on the road the new few days. Thanks.
Forum: Airstream Classifieds 08-09-2020, 02:15 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 327
Posted By SGandMT
2015 Airstream Flying Cloud

Lightly used amp; very well cared for 2015 FC 27FB Queen for sale in almost new condition! 1 AC, solar package with 2 panels amp; AGMs, factory awning package, upgraded Progressive Dynamics 4 stage...
Forum: Our Community 03-01-2020, 04:13 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,386
Posted By SGandMT
We got an Equalizer hitch & set-up thrown in when...

We got an Equalizer hitch & set-up thrown in when we bought ours.
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 02-02-2020, 09:45 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,619
Posted By SGandMT
Trouble with mine. Operator error?

To piggyback on this thread, I have a 2015 FC 27FB. Added Easy Start and have a Honda EU2000. When I tried running the AC off of the Easy Start, it would initially kick on, but then turn off and...
Forum: Tommy Bahama Special Editions 12-07-2019, 02:45 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 9,188
Posted By SGandMT
Hi, I realize this post is now 4 mos. old, but I...

Hi, I realize this post is now 4 mos. old, but I see no mention of Camp Chef. I am looking at the Pro60, as we have two kids and often travel with another family & grill for 9 ppl so I want 2...
Forum: On The Road... 12-04-2019, 10:04 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 16,550
Posted By SGandMT
I've lived in the Tahoe-Truckee area for 25 years...

I've lived in the Tahoe-Truckee area for 25 years and am very used to & adept at driving in the snow. For what it's worth, I would never consider taking the Airstream over Donner Summit in a...
Forum: Awnings 10-15-2019, 09:34 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 9,882
Posted By SGandMT
I am contemplating trading our 15 FC in on a 20...

I am contemplating trading our 15 FC in on a 20 GT, but this is one of the elements that scares me. Is there not a manual way to retract it, should a problem occur?
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 09-30-2019, 08:31 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,733
Posted By SGandMT
Thanks, Bob. I have been told that the Lithiums...

Thanks, Bob. I have been told that the Lithiums don't work very well (or much at all) in the cold. Have you experienced this? I am hesitant to solve one problem only to create another.
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 09-30-2019, 09:29 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,733
Posted By SGandMT
To piggyback on ibosket's situation, I am in a...

To piggyback on ibosket's situation, I am in a similar one. In addition to replacing the 12v with new AGM's 2 years ago, I added 300w of solar, too. Thought we were pretty well set-up for...
Forum: 2018 - Current Globetrotter 09-22-2019, 05:38 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,479
Posted By SGandMT
Thanks. We have a soon-to-be teenage daughter and...

Thanks. We have a soon-to-be teenage daughter and a 9 yo boy, so they 'need' separate beds.



Wondering if anyone has tried to remove the curved back wood boxed and cushion and ordered the seat...
Forum: 2018 - Current Globetrotter 09-22-2019, 04:07 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,479
Posted By SGandMT
Cushion Storage

Hello!


We currently own a 2015 FC 27FB and took a look this weekend at potentially upgrading to a 2020 GT 27FB with 2 AC units (current trailer only has 1). Love the style/look of the London...
Forum: Brakes & Brake Controllers 09-01-2019, 12:26 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,421
Posted By SGandMT
At risk of sounding completely clueless, why...

At risk of sounding completely clueless, why would this be a concern? I assume only a concern if it was moving? Our 9yo son inadvertently pulled it out once while we were hitching up and I just...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 08-07-2019, 03:14 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,014
Posted By SGandMT
Thanks - this is really helpful to hear. And your...

Thanks - this is really helpful to hear. And your trips through the SW are what I envision as well. We don't want to be relegated to just camping where it is not hot. I am curious how you can run one...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 08-06-2019, 08:57 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,014
Posted By SGandMT
Thanks to all for the helpful replies and for...

Thanks to all for the helpful replies and for confirming my hunch.
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 08-06-2019, 01:53 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,014
Posted By SGandMT
2 AC units and boondocking w/ a generator?

Hi All,


We are happy owners of a 2015 FC 27FB with one AC unit. We have been largely using it during the swing seasons. We had our first hot summer camping this summer, and the one AC unit can't...
Forum: Audio, Video & TV 12-20-2018, 01:47 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,064
Posted By SGandMT
I am contemplating doing the same. Do you mind...

I am contemplating doing the same. Do you mind letting me know how you connected these? I would ideally also like to keep the DVD player, too.


Thanks!
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 12-13-2018, 09:23 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 10,467
Posted By SGandMT
No major remodeling for our 2015 FC 27FB. Similar...

No major remodeling for our 2015 FC 27FB. Similar to the others above, we did the converter upgrade, added some solar, AGM batteries and upgraded to 16” wheels and tires.
Forum: 2018 - Current Globetrotter 12-13-2018, 09:18 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 11,260
Posted By SGandMT
We originally were after a 25FB, but the tongue...

We originally were after a 25FB, but the tongue weight is higher with the 25, so we ended up having to go to the 27FB to be able to pull it. So glad we have the extra space. We're not full-timers,...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 10-01-2018, 08:07 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 17,649
Posted By SGandMT
Sorry for your hassle. We bought a...

Sorry for your hassle.



We bought a certified pre-owned 2015 27FB in Sept. of 2016 from Bay Area Airstream. We have now taken 16 mostly long weekend trips in 2 years and feel it is just about...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 09-13-2016, 10:36 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,896
Posted By SGandMT
Thanks, David. This is what I had read in the...

Thanks, David. This is what I had read in the manual, as well. Spoke with a member of this Forum who is an Audi service mgr. and he put my mind at ease. We will pack sensibly and doubt we will be...
Forum: 2009-2015 Flying Cloud 09-13-2016, 08:46 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,046
Posted By SGandMT
Do you happen to have a photo of yours with the...

Do you happen to have a photo of yours with the Fantastic Vent? I have seen the Maxx Air, but not these. They seem bigger. Thanks
Forum: 2009-2015 Flying Cloud 09-13-2016, 06:06 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,046
Posted By SGandMT
Thanks. Sounds like I should get them, so now...

Thanks. Sounds like I should get them, so now just need to decide between the Maxx Air and the Fantastic ones. Appreciate all the help!
Forum: 2009-2015 Flying Cloud 09-13-2016, 03:50 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,046
Posted By SGandMT
Thanks...and a few more...

Thanks to all for the comments. I was told that the newer Fantastic fans have a rain sensor. Ours is a 2015, but I am trying to confirm. If this were the case, any reason to get the covers at that...
Forum: 2009-2015 Flying Cloud 09-12-2016, 02:40 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,046
Posted By SGandMT
Maxx Air Vent Covers

Hello!

I am new to this forum as well as Airstream ownership - we pick up our trailer and head out for our first adventure in a few days!

Our dealer is recommending the Maxx Air vent covers....
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 09-12-2016, 02:33 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,896
Posted By SGandMT
Wireless Brake Controller

Hello!

I am new to this forum as well as Airstream ownership - we pick up our trailer and head out for our first adventure in a few days!

We have a new 2017 Audi Q7 with the Audi Tow Package....
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