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Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 07-25-2020, 01:34 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,752
Posted By SeanWasHere
To remove the 4th ring, which was exceptionally...

To remove the 4th ring, which was exceptionally well stuck, I used 2 of those wide rubber bands that come with broccoli. One around the light housing and the other around the ring. The increased...
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 07-24-2020, 09:25 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,752
Posted By SeanWasHere
https://https://i.imgur.com/kahfgJK.jpg ...

https://https://i.imgur.com/kahfgJK.jpg

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Forum: Stoves, Ovens & Microwaves 07-05-2020, 02:47 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,782
Posted By SeanWasHere
Maybe it’s as simple as this...if the little...

Maybe it’s as simple as this...if the little round grey thing that perches directly above the flame and just below the cooktop grate (flame distributor?) is unseated, or slightly out of place, the...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 06-22-2019, 07:26 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,137
Posted By SeanWasHere
Thank you Bob. I’ll give that a try. -Sean-

Thank you Bob. I’ll give that a try.

-Sean-
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 06-21-2019, 05:47 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,137
Posted By SeanWasHere
I spoke with a rep at Zamp solar. They said the...

I spoke with a rep at Zamp solar. They said the water shouldn’t be there. They are sending me two warranty replacement panels. They are upgrading to the 14X58 non-flexible panels (KIT 1010). ...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 06-15-2019, 08:15 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,137
Posted By SeanWasHere
Water trapped under solar panel

While cleaning the roof of my 25’ yesterday, I found that one of the factory-installed adhesive, flexible solar panels has lots of water trapped underneath. Far more than could ever evaporate on its...
Forum: General Repair Forum 05-30-2019, 03:36 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,908
Posted By SeanWasHere
Thanks Gene, I’ve gone a nice worm drive skil...

Thanks Gene, I’ve gone a nice worm drive skil saw, I’ll buy a 2X10. Here’s a tip for the slick floor sliding boards problem. I back my vehicle into the garage and use a wheel chock to stop at the...
Forum: General Repair Forum 05-30-2019, 09:56 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,908
Posted By SeanWasHere
I mixed up a couple of your replies, it was Gene...

I mixed up a couple of your replies, it was Gene who suggested the idea of pulling onto blocks, Warn seconded the motion...thanks guys.

-Sean-
Forum: General Repair Forum 05-29-2019, 10:49 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,908
Posted By SeanWasHere
Thanks again for all the great advice! I was...

Thanks again for all the great advice! I was initially thinking of removing both wheels in order to do a side by side comparison, but I think I’ll start with the method Warn suggested, rolling the...
Forum: General Repair Forum 05-28-2019, 11:45 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,908
Posted By SeanWasHere
Thank you, Rocco and Gene. Ridge runner,...

Thank you, Rocco and Gene.

Ridge runner, do you recall the approximate position of the electromagnet? For example, is it near the 3 o’clock position, 6 o’clock position...?

-Sean-
Forum: Member Introductions 05-26-2019, 08:07 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 799
Posted By SeanWasHere
Welcome! its Good that you read lots of posts...

Welcome! its Good that you read lots of posts prior to purchase. I agree with you regarding repairs, they can help you become more familiar with your Bambi. You’re going to have a blast!

-Sean-
Forum: General Repair Forum 05-26-2019, 12:09 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,908
Posted By SeanWasHere
Thanks for so many helpful tips. I’m going to...

Thanks for so many helpful tips. I’m going to drop the tongue onto the TV. I’ll start with Rocco’s compass tip, partly because it seems like a super simple diagnostic test, and partly because I...
Forum: General Repair Forum 05-25-2019, 01:56 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,908
Posted By SeanWasHere
Thanks wabbiteer, I don’t have large pieces of...

Thanks wabbiteer, I don’t have large pieces of milled wood, but I could put my shortest set of jack stands under the opposite axles prior to the work.

-Sean-
Forum: General Repair Forum 05-24-2019, 05:13 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,908
Posted By SeanWasHere
Thanks Greg, I’ll be sure I have the tools before...

Thanks Greg, I’ll be sure I have the tools before I begin.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 05-23-2019, 10:29 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,994
Posted By SeanWasHere
I have both. The bags have a remote so I can...

I have both. The bags have a remote so I can make adjustments while rolling if needed. I also have a steep transition from my driveway to the road, adjusting the bags makes the difference between...
Forum: General Repair Forum 05-23-2019, 10:05 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,908
Posted By SeanWasHere
Thank you Mickey and Jr, better to be safe.

Thank you Mickey and Jr, better to be safe.
Forum: General Repair Forum 05-22-2019, 09:33 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,908
Posted By SeanWasHere
Thats a good consideration, W&S, thank you.

Thats a good consideration, W&S, thank you.
Forum: General Repair Forum 05-22-2019, 04:58 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,908
Posted By SeanWasHere
I’ll try and those suggestions first, thank you.

I’ll try and those suggestions first, thank you.
Forum: General Repair Forum 05-22-2019, 04:44 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,908
Posted By SeanWasHere
Thank you, Warn

Thank you, Warn
Forum: General Repair Forum 05-22-2019, 03:57 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,908
Posted By SeanWasHere
Jack one side with tongue jack extended?

I have a 2018 25’ Flying Cloud. I’d like to jack up one side so that I can remove both wheels in order to diagnose a non-working brake assembly. Trailer brakes are new to me, so I want remove both...
Forum: Doors & Locks 10-10-2018, 08:10 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 8,174
Posted By SeanWasHere
I have a screwdriver mounted next to the door...

I have a screwdriver mounted next to the door which is dedicated to the job. I put a ring of pinstripe tape around the shank of the screwdriver, at the proper depth of insertion. The tape lets me...
Forum: General Repair Forum 10-10-2018, 07:15 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,035
Posted By SeanWasHere
When you retract the “pull strap” are you rolling...

When you retract the “pull strap” are you rolling it in a straight line, or do you roll it in at an angle, in sort of an imaginary “barber pole” fashion? It should be done the angled way. Are...
Forum: General Repair Forum 10-09-2018, 10:39 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 758
Posted By SeanWasHere
Sounds like you’re trying to open the door when...

Sounds like you’re trying to open the door when the deadbolt is still locked.

-Sean-
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 08-27-2018, 11:03 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 5,233
Posted By SeanWasHere
Hi Nancy, I'll cast my vote for Uncle Bob's...

Hi Nancy,

I'll cast my vote for Uncle Bob's solution #2, replace the old batteries with AGM zero-maintenance batteries. But be sure your charge controller can be set to tend them. It's a good...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 08-23-2018, 01:43 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,266
Posted By SeanWasHere
Oren, Thank you, that's an informative...

Oren,

Thank you, that's an informative video. I'll work through my fuses to see if there's an obvious draw. Several others have suggested that my 10-15 minute idling "charge" cycles have been...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 08-17-2018, 08:10 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,266
Posted By SeanWasHere
Thank you for all the support. The truck is...

Thank you for all the support. The truck is disconnected from the trailer except when towing. I'll put a battery tender on my list of needs.

-Sean
Forum: Tow Vehicles 08-15-2018, 10:50 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,266
Posted By SeanWasHere
Hi Brian, I've noticed that my engine-bay light...

Hi Brian, I've noticed that my engine-bay light will turn off after awhile when I'm working on oil changes and such, it must be simelar to yours.

David, thank you for the recommendation, I'll...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 08-15-2018, 09:44 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,266
Posted By SeanWasHere
It's a 2003 F150 that I bought new. I don't...

It's a 2003 F150 that I bought new. I don't think it has any shut-off features. I also installed Firestone 3000 lb bags. They're supposed to be off when the ignition is off, but I need to verify...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 08-15-2018, 09:20 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,266
Posted By SeanWasHere
Thank you for the quick reply. The truck doesn't...

Thank you for the quick reply. The truck doesn't see much use other than towing. I'll look into a artery tender and using it for a couple of weekly errands.

-Sean
Forum: Tow Vehicles 08-15-2018, 08:48 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,266
Posted By SeanWasHere
Tow vehicle battery dead again.

I hope the knowledge base here can help me. I'm having trouble with my new yellow-top Optima battery in my tow vehicle. I bought the battery under a year ago, as a replacement for the old and tired...
Forum: General Repair Forum 08-05-2018, 03:12 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 547
Posted By SeanWasHere
Factory Options You'd Pay For

Ahoy fellow Campers :)

Many of the things that now come standard on our Airstreams were first offered as options, then became standard on the flagship line, eventually making their way to the...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 07-21-2018, 09:23 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,609
Posted By SeanWasHere
Hello 68, I don't know if my battery box is the...

Hello 68, I don't know if my battery box is the same as yours, and I was unable to view the link provided by Vantair.

I just replaced my two Interstates with two Fullriver DC105-12's. ...
Forum: General Repair Forum 07-21-2018, 02:53 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,136
Posted By SeanWasHere
First, two safety reminders: wear eye protection...

First, two safety reminders: wear eye protection and keep a fire extinguisher handy.

Are the battery cells sufficiently flooded with (distilled) water? I have a 2018, and had both batteries...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 07-21-2018, 02:34 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,932
Posted By SeanWasHere
Martin, yikes!! That's a beast, thank you for...

Martin, yikes!! That's a beast, thank you for the reply. Yes, the return of the unit is the only real solution.

Besides the UK warranty being void in the US (and vice versa), Smeg includes use...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 07-21-2018, 12:48 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,932
Posted By SeanWasHere
Airstream dealership update: I called our...

Airstream dealership update: I called our Airstream dealership. Their reply was "If it's safe to use in your home, it's safe to use in your Airstream". This sounds to me like an "easy-out" reply...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 07-21-2018, 11:29 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,932
Posted By SeanWasHere
Ray, thank you for the prompt reply and the link!...

Ray, thank you for the prompt reply and the link! If that bulky device is the solution, I'll be returning the unit and getting a North American model.

--Sean
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 07-21-2018, 11:10 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,932
Posted By SeanWasHere
European-to-USA appliance adapter?

Hello again happy campers,

We bought a new Smeg espresso machine for our Airstream. Because they are not sold locally, we purchased online. When the unit arrived, we discovered that the...
Forum: Doors & Locks 07-17-2018, 08:15 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 47,042
Posted By SeanWasHere
Foiled Again (post #7) is right, RFP has invented...

Foiled Again (post #7) is right, RFP has invented a really good solution to a potential issue. This ought to be considered for a Sticky.

Hey Moderators, how about a general "Safety Sticky" for...
Forum: Doors & Locks 07-17-2018, 05:12 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 47,042
Posted By SeanWasHere
RFP, what a great solution to a potential...

RFP, what a great solution to a potential problem! I just made your modification to our door. While there, I decided that it would be a good idea to dedicate a screwdriver to this task, and keep it...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 07-17-2018, 04:36 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,489
Posted By SeanWasHere
rmkrum, I now see that the photos are a bit...

rmkrum, I now see that the photos are a bit unclear, the foil tape is on the inside, I took another photo that may be a little more clear :)
https://i.imgur.com/Z3QOGot.jpg

Also, if your cover is...
Forum: General Repair Forum 07-17-2018, 12:45 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 630
Posted By SeanWasHere
Flashlight home, handy storage places

I don't know that this is really a repair, but I don't see a plain "General" section for things like this.

Our rear bed layout has a perfect little spot to keep a flashlight. For some...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 07-17-2018, 12:21 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,489
Posted By SeanWasHere
Blinded by the light (closet)

We have a 2018 25' Cloud, rear bed. Because I'm not tall, the LED light in the closet is a above eye level and almost counter-useful (is that a word?). It shines so brightly into my eyes, it makes...
Forum: General Repair Forum 07-17-2018, 12:01 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,958
Posted By SeanWasHere
dh and mike, if you try this, post your results...

dh and mike, if you try this, post your results here :)

--Sean
Forum: General Repair Forum 07-17-2018, 11:58 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,374
Posted By SeanWasHere
RJJ thank you, I'll try that out :) --Sean

RJJ thank you, I'll try that out :)

--Sean
Forum: General Interior Topics 07-17-2018, 11:51 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,033
Posted By SeanWasHere
By the way, please advise if anyone knows how to...

By the way, please advise if anyone knows how to edit an original post. It seems there is an "edit" button for a few hours after a post is made, then at some point, the edit option disappears,...
Forum: General Interior Topics 07-17-2018, 11:32 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,033
Posted By SeanWasHere
Molly's dad, very good questions/observations,...

Molly's dad, very good questions/observations, thank you.

1- Yes, I first roughed up the white melamine surface with 60 grit sandpaper.
2- I hadn't even thought of having to lift the closet...
Forum: General Repair Forum 07-16-2018, 04:03 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,374
Posted By SeanWasHere
DBinSD, you can drill out rivets, also from the...

DBinSD, you can drill out rivets, also from the rim side. The replacements would probably be pretty easy to drill, but the ones on the trailer may be difficult because of how close they are to the...
Forum: General Interior Topics 07-16-2018, 11:34 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,033
Posted By SeanWasHere
PatLee, djarrett is correct, the weight is...

PatLee, djarrett is correct, the weight is minimal, in fact, I believe the upper trim line comes from the factory with a cedar-lined closet. The boards are 1/4" (7mm) thick, kiln dried and very...
Forum: General Repair Forum 07-16-2018, 08:27 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,374
Posted By SeanWasHere
Thanks for the compliments. Hopefully most of...

Thanks for the compliments. Hopefully most of you will get good life from yours like Big Al, 24 years is a great run for a rubber part! When I bought the replacements, the dealer (Bay Area...
Forum: General Interior Topics 07-16-2018, 08:09 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,033
Posted By SeanWasHere
About my choice of closet floor layout. I...

About my choice of closet floor layout. I thought about cutting short boards to make the floor boards match up with the wall boards, but I preferred the look of the long boards. To me, lots of...
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