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Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 09-12-2023, 08:57 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,883
Posted By Fred L
Had this issue on my 23D and after much...

Had this issue on my 23D and after much evaluation, found that a wire in the cord that connects shore power to the trailer had worked loose.
Forum: Airstream Classifieds 08-10-2021, 07:05 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 440
Posted By Fred L
2007 Airstream Safari SE - Pennsylvania

Clean and in updated and fully maintained condition.

Upgrades or replacements

15 inch rims with Michelin Defender tires

3 yo Husky replacement jack

New propane tanks and pig tails
Forum: On The Road... 07-14-2021, 07:54 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 8,788
Posted By Fred L
There are plenty of level lots available in...

There are plenty of level lots available in northern Wis or Mich or Maine for $20K or less. One size does not fit all. The best deal we found was a burnt down cabin which we looked at 2 yrs ago. ...
Forum: General Repair Forum 07-14-2021, 07:02 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 290
Posted By Fred L
Had the same issue this year, wire had come loose...

Had the same issue this year, wire had come loose in the plug to the trailer.
Worth unscrewing the casing and take a look inside.
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 10-30-2019, 12:05 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,621
Posted By Fred L
Regret my delay in responding, but lifes been...

Regret my delay in responding, but lifes been busy. Finally had a chance to check out the electric. Learned a bit more about the DMM and tested the breaker in the trailer, no power, so worked back...
Forum: On The Road... 09-27-2019, 01:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,542
Posted By Fred L
Assume youre pulling your AS and looking for...

Assume youre pulling your AS and looking for campgrounds?


FYI, keep a watch on the weather, we have had snow near the Water Gap in Pa in late October in the past. Have seen over a foot near Mt...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 09-23-2019, 03:18 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 13,994
Posted By Fred L
The original poster specifically said his TV was...

The original poster specifically said his TV was a Lincoln Navigator, not a Kenworth... apples and oranges, or perhaps apples and hot dogs.

And would also agree that an E350 with 10ply tires...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 09-23-2019, 03:06 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,621
Posted By Fred L
Thanks Bob. Back from a long weekend, but hot...

Thanks Bob. Back from a long weekend, but hot today. May try and take a look in the morning.
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 09-20-2019, 09:00 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 13,994
Posted By Fred L
As noted earlier by another poster, I have also...

As noted earlier by another poster, I have also gone many miles without seat belts and dont need them either. I only say that because playing "devils advocate" relative to safety issues, isnt cool. ...
Forum: On The Road... 09-20-2019, 08:35 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,042
Posted By Fred L
Peter is correct on heading up to just shy of...

Peter is correct on heading up to just shy of Albany and taking the Mass Pike east in certain situations (that was our first route on a weekday morning). That can be quite the climb to what I seem...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 09-19-2019, 01:49 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 13,994
Posted By Fred L
Nodding my head as I read through this, some good...

Nodding my head as I read through this, some good advice here.
Interesting to see Andys name pop up as he was kind enough to assist me early on with working out a hitch for my the 2006 Land Cruiser...
Forum: On The Road... 09-19-2019, 01:22 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,042
Posted By Fred L
Have made the trek to Kennebunkport a few times,...

Have made the trek to Kennebunkport a few times, once youre there, route to Acadia is a personal choice between 295/95 to Bangor, or up the coast from Brunswick on Rt1 (have never made the whole trip...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 09-19-2019, 01:07 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,621
Posted By Fred L
Couch looks good Rich. Much better than the...

Couch looks good Rich. Much better than the mustard colored fabric that is original on mine.
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 09-19-2019, 01:06 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,621
Posted By Fred L
Thanks Bob and duly noted Rich. Typically I am...

Thanks Bob and duly noted Rich. Typically I am fine with AC as have done a lot of work in the house (which was then checked by my good friend who was an electrician). The part that throws me is the...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 09-18-2019, 02:49 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,621
Posted By Fred L
Thanks Bob. Being non electrically gifted, a few...

Thanks Bob. Being non electrically gifted, a few questions (some have nothing to do with electric tho :))

The check for AC is pretty simple:

Pull the cover off the breaker panel (with the...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 09-18-2019, 02:33 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,621
Posted By Fred L
I know I could do that easier than testing for...

I know I could do that easier than testing for electricity;), but youre spot on, that looked like quite the job. Already considered upgrading the fabric on the couch and cushions if we went ahead...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 09-18-2019, 10:07 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,621
Posted By Fred L
I called Randy at Bestconverter and based on a...

I called Randy at Bestconverter and based on a check he had me do of the Conv pos and neg connections, he does not believe I am getting any AC power to the trailer.



Randy suggested I check...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 09-18-2019, 08:35 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,621
Posted By Fred L
Thank you again Rich ! Now the latest...

Thank you again Rich ! Now the latest update.... new batteries charged and installed. Use / Store switch works and solenoid is fine - clicking and getting full lighting (12v).

Put it on...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 09-17-2019, 08:41 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,621
Posted By Fred L
Thanks Rich, big time. BTW, I took a leap and...

Thanks Rich, big time. BTW, I took a leap and went to you tube for DMM use and ended up taking a reading on the red and white cables on the converter.

Cant recall exactly what it was, but it was...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 09-16-2019, 08:55 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,621
Posted By Fred L
Same couch. So to your point, will get the...

Same couch. So to your point, will get the batteries charged (actually may just charge one for the test) and test the solenoid before undertaking that job.


So "if" the solenoid has gone bad,...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 09-15-2019, 05:47 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,621
Posted By Fred L
Appreciated Rich. As noted, no clicking when I...

Appreciated Rich. As noted, no clicking when I change from use to store.
Based on what I have read below, will try replacing the solenoid.... now to locate it.

Havent checked my owners manual...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 09-15-2019, 08:40 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,621
Posted By Fred L
Bob, Tried the use/store switch and...

Bob,

Tried the use/store switch and nothing, no clicks and the red light stays on ?

Does the solid small green light on the PD4655 indicate it is working ?
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 09-14-2019, 07:24 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,621
Posted By Fred L
A similar question, but with a different twist. ...

A similar question, but with a different twist. Just came back from a weekend (last weekend) of camping, all was fine and had a great time. Parked the trailer in the drive last Sunday and plugged...
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 10-08-2018, 12:35 PM
Replies: 4,638
Views: 1,111,307
Posted By Fred L
Been busy last few weeks, but really like Scotts...

Been busy last few weeks, but really like Scotts idea.
Ronnie or Rich, any link to the hooks. My understanding is that one hook should be equal to the weight to the entire rig being towed. Not...
Forum: On The Road... 10-08-2018, 12:02 PM
Replies: 141
Views: 20,033
Posted By Fred L
I dont know why, but doing some recent reading...

I dont know why, but doing some recent reading and this struck me as related to time wasted in flushing lines.
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The Valuable Time (of Maturity)...
Forum: On The Road... 09-24-2018, 03:51 PM
Replies: 141
Views: 20,033
Posted By Fred L
Maybe some day they will put a timer meter on the...

Maybe some day they will put a timer meter on the dump station, kind of like the timer meter on a wash it yourself car wash. First 5 mins free, $5 per min after that ;)

But then thats forced...
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 09-20-2018, 09:17 AM
Replies: 4,638
Views: 1,111,307
Posted By Fred L
I did part of this earlier this year when i...

I did part of this earlier this year when i replaced the pump and installed a T for winterizing on the inlet side of the pump. Instead of cutting PEX, I just added the flex hose on the inlet side...
Forum: On The Road... 09-19-2018, 08:50 AM
Replies: 141
Views: 20,033
Posted By Fred L
Am with the OP on this one. If youre using a...

Am with the OP on this one. If youre using a dump station, dump and go.
I actually try to time myself to get the job done in under 5 mins.

For those not worried about time (someday soon I wont...
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 09-18-2018, 07:32 AM
Replies: 4,638
Views: 1,111,307
Posted By Fred L
Will take a picture of it Rob and see if I can...

Will take a picture of it Rob and see if I can post it.

Doesnt "appear" that these two screws provide any adjustment? Looks to be a tiny sheet metal screw (frankly looks like a wood screw) that...
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 09-17-2018, 06:05 PM
Replies: 4,638
Views: 1,111,307
Posted By Fred L
Upon closer inspection, appears the screws that...

Upon closer inspection, appears the screws that hold the hinges together came out ?
I counter sunk the head in just a bit more and torqued the screws in. Seems to be fine - for now. Thinking I...
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 09-13-2018, 08:17 PM
Replies: 4,638
Views: 1,111,307
Posted By Fred L
Now thats funny Rich ... :D I need to buy a new...

Now thats funny Rich ... :D
I need to buy a new trailer to do cool mods vs maintenance and repairs to a 11 yo one.
Reminds me, one of our curved doors under the sink broke loose at the hinges, ie...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 09-13-2018, 08:06 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 14,980
Posted By Fred L
Slowmover, in case no one ever brought it to your...

Slowmover, in case no one ever brought it to your attention, youre a complete bore.
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 09-12-2018, 03:13 PM
Replies: 4,638
Views: 1,111,307
Posted By Fred L
Ronnie, may have missed it, but did you tape or...

Ronnie, may have missed it, but did you tape or secure the foam in place, or just compression fit?

Any chance that is going to move around and possibly come loose?



Thinking some...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 09-10-2018, 06:19 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 14,980
Posted By Fred L
Wish I knew also. The IBC was one of the main...

Wish I knew also. The IBC was one of the main features that I was excited to have. But the quality of the mount for the P3 in the Tundra is close.

Are you able to lock up the wheels at 25mph?...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 08-30-2018, 07:31 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 14,980
Posted By Fred L
Harness came in yesterday, so did the install...

Harness came in yesterday, so did the install last night. Very pleased with the fit and position of the controller.
RPWRS, thank you for the comment on requiring tow mode, that could have been my...
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 08-29-2018, 01:00 PM
Replies: 4,638
Views: 1,111,307
Posted By Fred L
You had me in deep thought until here... :) ...

You had me in deep thought until here... :)



Anyone have thoughts regarding a good replacement fridge for the 23D that uses at a minimum 120ac and propane.
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 08-28-2018, 08:00 AM
Replies: 4,638
Views: 1,111,307
Posted By Fred L
Congrats Ronnie. Agree, debt needs to be a...

Congrats Ronnie. Agree, debt needs to be a distant memory.
When I bought the AS, it was the end result of a winter show I went to where it was kinda love at first sight with that new one.

Had...
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 08-28-2018, 07:33 AM
Replies: 4,638
Views: 1,111,307
Posted By Fred L
Nice job. That is somewhere on my to do list......

Nice job. That is somewhere on my to do list... but sadly looked at my calendar and find my weekends booked through the end of Oct. ?
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 08-23-2018, 08:19 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 14,980
Posted By Fred L
I have no doubts, but the fact that I already own...

I have no doubts, but the fact that I already own a P3 and have been quite pleased with it in my Land Cruiser, for now will stay with it and just re-install in my Tundra.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 08-21-2018, 08:32 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 14,980
Posted By Fred L
The new install bracket and harness/connector are...

The new install bracket and harness/connector are ordered and I will be installing them my Tekonsha P3 soon.

This isnt one I plan to "test" with changes to the Toyota IBC software updates etc.
...
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 08-20-2018, 02:12 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,514
Posted By Fred L
Just wanted to circle back and let anyone...

Just wanted to circle back and let anyone interested, who may check this in the future know that I decided to dive in on my own and rebuild most of the water heater, with what ever replaceable parts...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 08-19-2018, 07:32 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 14,980
Posted By Fred L
Thanks all. I did a little reading in the Tundra...

Thanks all. I did a little reading in the Tundra forums on line and appears there is an issue. Seems a new software version is available through the dealer, so will make a call.
Just to note,...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 08-18-2018, 12:39 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 14,980
Posted By Fred L
Tundra Integrated Brake Controller

Have had two trips now towing with the new (2017) Tundra and continue to feel that I am not getting sufficient trailer braking power from the IBC.


Am close to installing my P3 Tekonsha from my...
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 08-16-2018, 07:14 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 13,015
Posted By Fred L
Samantha, Will pm you with the contact...

Samantha,

Will pm you with the contact information.
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 08-06-2018, 09:35 AM
Replies: 4,638
Views: 1,111,307
Posted By Fred L
Rob, Per your questions: 1. What...

Rob,

Per your questions:

1. What should I expect the pressure to rise to while on the road? What's too high?
++ Rob, also running the 15in Michelins and cold psi is 45. Checked them back...
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 08-02-2018, 01:32 PM
Replies: 4,638
Views: 1,111,307
Posted By Fred L
Nice work Ronnie. Eliminates that concern. I...

Nice work Ronnie. Eliminates that concern. I wonder if the fellow who had the flat tire slip out was on 14in rims and if that would make a difference.

BTW, looking at mine just now, am...
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 08-02-2018, 12:07 PM
Replies: 4,638
Views: 1,111,307
Posted By Fred L
Just realized that was Ronnies post, not Rich. ...

Just realized that was Ronnies post, not Rich. Wish the edit function was kept open for a few hours longer :)
And ditto on the stake out, except one of our crew figured out all she had to do was...
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 08-02-2018, 11:20 AM
Replies: 4,638
Views: 1,111,307
Posted By Fred L
Same as Rich here. Our only concern is leaving...

Same as Rich here. Our only concern is leaving them in the trailer on a sunny warm/hot day. I figured since we would be plugged into shore power at a relavitely new campsite, no problem with AC. But...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 08-01-2018, 09:00 AM
Replies: 222
Views: 84,382
Posted By Fred L
Larry, easiest and most accurate way is to call...

Larry, easiest and most accurate way is to call Randy at Best Converter, aka Overlander 68 above post.
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 08-01-2018, 07:29 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 6,471
Posted By Fred L
Thanks David. I still have the tanks so will...

Thanks David. I still have the tanks so will take another look.

The business handled mostly welding equipment and was the closest I could find that would re-certify the tanks, plus a 45 min...
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