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Forum: General Repair Forum 11-29-2020, 11:01 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 8,028
Posted By ProTech
Welcome to the world of Airstream Lemons. Good...

Welcome to the world of Airstream Lemons. Good luck getting the dealer to make it right. I wish I'd have just taken my problem trailer back to the factory for the fixes, maybe things would have been...
Forum: General Repair Forum 11-04-2020, 02:10 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 948
Posted By ProTech
I had mine done at https://www.toscanorv.com....

I had mine done at https://www.toscanorv.com. They did a lot of work on my AS and were waaaay better then any dealer I ever went to. They are AS certified too.
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 11-01-2020, 10:10 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,833
Posted By ProTech
You will not regret AM Solar doing your upgrade.

You will not regret AM Solar doing your upgrade.
Forum: Electronics & Connectivity 10-31-2020, 01:32 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,677
Posted By ProTech
No dealer!

If you're taking it to the dealer in the Bay Area, run don't walk. Take it to AM Solar and get a professional solar company to do the work. We started with factory panels and had them add one more,...
Forum: General Repair Forum 10-20-2020, 09:31 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 30,959
Posted By ProTech
Lemon!

Lemons are very common now from AS. Good luck getting things fixed because the dealers have even worse quality control the the manufacturer. The dealer will try not fixing things that are working...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 09-24-2020, 11:32 AM
Replies: 115
Views: 13,016
Posted By ProTech
Very good video, it should put an end to the...

Very good video, it should put an end to the question.
Forum: General Repair Forum 09-13-2020, 09:32 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,888
Posted By ProTech
We learned to never travel without putting blue...

We learned to never travel without putting blue painters tape on all the closet doors and drawers to keep them closed. Also check screws before and during long trips. They just don’t make them like...
Forum: Our Community 08-30-2020, 09:29 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,342
Posted By ProTech
I feel your pain. The next bad news you’ll be...

I feel your pain. The next bad news you’ll be getting is just how bad the dealer service is. Trying to get AS to take responsibility for the problems and then fix the properly, I have found to be...
Forum: Full-Timing 08-12-2020, 12:08 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,725
Posted By ProTech
It's camping! 375645

It's camping!
375645
Forum: Dollars & Cents 08-05-2020, 03:02 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 26,798
Posted By ProTech
No place to go!

All the new RV'ers and campground are booked up more than ever. I look forward to when all the newbie's find out it's not as easy as going to a motel.
Forum: Jacks, Stabilizers, Lifting and Leveling 08-01-2020, 10:35 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 8,927
Posted By ProTech
For me it’s all about weight, so LEGO blocks it...

For me it’s all about weight, so LEGO blocks it is. I have the “comma” but rarely bring it. Never thought wood was a good choice, heavy and I’ve seen boards slip when stacked. Legos lock together.
Forum: Windows, Doors, Locks & Vents 07-25-2020, 12:46 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,635
Posted By ProTech
Some hard water you'll never get off. The hard...

Some hard water you'll never get off. The hard water can etch the glass.
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 07-17-2020, 09:12 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 11,181
Posted By ProTech
Tell that to the factory and the two dealers I...

Tell that to the factory and the two dealers I had panels installed at. The replacement panels needed new hole too. That's why a dealer is the last place you go for solar work. You want to us a solar...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 07-15-2020, 10:43 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 11,181
Posted By ProTech
Run away! Call AM Solar and have a real...

Run away! Call AM Solar and have a real professional do the job. The two dealers who worked on my solar turned my roof into Swiss cheese. Solar is always a great upgrade but you’ll regret the dealer...
Forum: Dollars & Cents 07-13-2020, 11:29 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 10,476
Posted By ProTech
2022 should be a great time to pick up a used RV....

2022 should be a great time to pick up a used RV. All the newbies that will realize camping isn't for them. My son is waiting until then to step up to a newer trailer.
Forum: Boondocking 07-06-2020, 10:31 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,622
Posted By ProTech
I carry a shaker siphon. It will drain a 5 gallon...

I carry a shaker siphon. It will drain a 5 gallon jug I 60 second....
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 06-28-2020, 04:36 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 7,140
Posted By ProTech
Thumbs up No, thanks for going quiet.

No, thanks for going quiet.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 06-28-2020, 04:33 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,442
Posted By ProTech
F250 diesel.

F250 diesel.
Forum: On The Road... 06-28-2020, 04:29 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,787
Posted By ProTech
Just saw that yesterday on I5 in Oregon. The guy...

Just saw that yesterday on I5 in Oregon. The guy was flying down the road. He couldn't see much behind him with mirrors that didn't extend beyond the end of the trailer. But why not, what's the worst...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 06-18-2020, 07:52 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 9,275
Posted By ProTech
I don’t agree. By the RV at half or more of the...

I don’t agree. By the RV at half or more of the price of an AS and you’ll be way happier.
Forum: COVID-19 Discussion Zone 06-17-2020, 12:52 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,809
Posted By ProTech
Rules!

People won't follow the rules. You'll have people not social distancing, not wearing masks and defecating everywhere because of no bathrooms. The other problem is the chance of getting the virus...
Forum: General Repair Forum 06-13-2020, 11:26 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,827
Posted By ProTech
Remember lots of sharp drill bits in various...

Remember lots of sharp drill bits in various sizes.
Forum: Our Community 06-10-2020, 01:08 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,027
Posted By ProTech
Give it some time. The bad part about having...

Give it some time. The bad part about having problems with a new AS is the dealers will not fix the problem without a lot of pushing on the customers part. They will delay and delay, then the dealers...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 06-02-2020, 03:24 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 25,862
Posted By ProTech
We towed a 17' Casita all over the desert with...

We towed a 17' Casita all over the desert with our Jeep JK and loved it. When we got the AS 25' we dumped the Jeep and bought a Tundra no way you can talk a AS into the desert with a Jeep.
Forum: COVID-19 Discussion Zone 05-29-2020, 12:24 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,626
Posted By ProTech
We've cancelled everything up to July, then well...

We've cancelled everything up to July, then well see if travel is safe. Just not worth the risk.
Forum: On The Road... 05-18-2020, 03:23 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,348
Posted By ProTech
You may have a hard time finding places to stay,...

You may have a hard time finding places to stay, remember Covid-19.

Golden Rules is closed.
https://goldenrulervpark.com/?utm_source=GoodSam
Forum: Our Community 05-12-2020, 10:43 PM
Replies: 111
Views: 30,966
Posted By ProTech
Well that’s news to me. And when was that? I know...

Well that’s news to me. And when was that? I know the dealer who did the last bad service never tried to make it right so why should I believe you? Sorry but AS has been dodging my issues from the...
Forum: Our Community 05-12-2020, 11:05 AM
Replies: 111
Views: 30,966
Posted By ProTech
You never got back to me when I sent you my info?...

You never got back to me when I sent you my info? Do you really plan on helping people to or just try to appear concerned? Sorry but after working on my 3 year old AS all weekend I get mad about the...
Forum: Jacks, Stabilizers, Lifting and Leveling 05-09-2020, 01:58 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 12,577
Posted By ProTech
There's another reason to avoid the three west...

There's another reason to avoid the three west coast AS Dealer, the Portland area on in particular. They are owned by the same company and are terrible to deal with. The work quality is also terrible.
Forum: COVID-19 Discussion Zone 05-09-2020, 10:02 AM
Replies: 96
Views: 12,346
Posted By ProTech
I’m staying home and letting other test the...

I’m staying home and letting other test the waters, thank you for your sacrifice. ��
Forum: Jacks, Stabilizers, Lifting and Leveling 05-09-2020, 09:59 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 12,577
Posted By ProTech
I installed the Dexter lift a year after I bought...

I installed the Dexter lift a year after I bought it. When I started having interior cabinet shifting the AS dealer said the lift voided my warranty. Even though the problem were documented starting...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 05-07-2020, 10:42 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 11,836
Posted By ProTech
I got a similar mudflap for our Alaska trip, I'm...

I got a similar mudflap for our Alaska trip, I'm sure it help, maybe 99%. But the 1% that did get through did a ton of damage. Around the lower 48 they work great but Alaska and Canada are very...
Forum: COVID-19 Discussion Zone 05-01-2020, 06:15 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,857
Posted By ProTech
Set them in the sun for a few days, done.

Set them in the sun for a few days, done.
Forum: COVID-19 Discussion Zone 04-28-2020, 10:53 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,764
Posted By ProTech
Truck stops all the way it probably going to be...

Truck stops all the way it probably going to be your best choice. Utah, Colorado, Montana Arizona and others will kick you out of every place you stop. Even BLM land is closed.
Forum: General Repair Forum 04-17-2020, 01:11 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,783
Posted By ProTech
Seems more like a repair of AS poor quality, then...

Seems more like a repair of AS poor quality, then a modification. Good idea to fix it right though.
Forum: Wheels, Hubs & Bearings 04-12-2020, 01:42 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 7,344
Posted By ProTech
"The dealership maintained that their service...

"The dealership maintained that their service tech had properly torqued all lug nuts. They used the standard disclaimer that 'once you roll away, it's your responsibility."

That's standing...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 04-07-2020, 09:49 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 6,623
Posted By ProTech
You bought a very expensive RV not one of high...

You bought a very expensive RV not one of high quality. This is what I’ve learned since owning my 2017. Also the dealer is not qualified to do major repairs from my experience.
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 04-07-2020, 08:47 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 25,716
Posted By ProTech
Ha!

Seems to me that anyone has a 2020 AS should have been told about the new ac feature. Or it should be in the manual. But that doesn’t seem to be the way AS does things. The manual is a comic book,...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 04-05-2020, 11:00 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 25,716
Posted By ProTech
This sounds like good news.

This sounds like good news.
Forum: Photography 03-03-2020, 09:12 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 13,187
Posted By ProTech
it's all in the details!

While in Canada we camped at a site that had a surprise. During the night the water level went up about a foot, flooding our campsite. My wife was very worried, I just took my shoes off and drove the...
Forum: On The Road... 03-01-2020, 10:13 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 8,019
Posted By ProTech
I thought they were going bankrupt.

I thought they were going bankrupt.
Forum: On The Road... 02-25-2020, 09:58 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,130
Posted By ProTech
If you're traveling with kids then KOA's are a...

If you're traveling with kids then KOA's are a great place. The have playgrounds and pools.
Forum: General Repair Forum 02-24-2020, 11:27 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 7,787
Posted By ProTech
Been there done that. Just a sign of a well use...

Been there done that. Just a sign of a well use AS for great adventures.
Forum: On The Road... 02-24-2020, 11:21 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,755
Posted By ProTech
Stay on the coast and you can make it in the...

Stay on the coast and you can make it in the winter.
Forum: On The Road... 02-10-2020, 11:45 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,714
Posted By ProTech
I've never been to a non-top NP. ;)

I've never been to a non-top NP. ;)
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 02-10-2020, 11:43 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 9,914
Posted By ProTech
Why? I've never seen any need to look at the 712...

Why? I've never seen any need to look at the 712 unit, let alone if it was outside, the Bluetooth works great. It's not that hard to get the shunt into the trailer too. Sorry, just my opinion.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 01-29-2020, 10:24 AM
Replies: 243
Views: 43,550
Posted By ProTech
More power is always better.

More power is always better.
Forum: On The Road... 01-28-2020, 09:24 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 16,617
Posted By ProTech
:lol::lol::lol: My parents tried it years...

:lol::lol::lol:

My parents tried it years ago with a 5 wheel trailer and my mom though she was going to die. There was no "curling up and sleeping".
Forum: Tow Vehicles 12-31-2019, 09:41 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 12,672
Posted By ProTech
NO NO NO! You're spending 100K on an AS and...

NO NO NO!

You're spending 100K on an AS and you want to know if your 2012 Tacoma is a good choice? NO! Why tow with such an under powered tow vehicle? Make your drive time enjoyable and safe. Get...
Forum: 2016 - Current Classic (all lengths) 12-29-2019, 01:09 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 10,134
Posted By ProTech
This would be a great idea if you could find...

This would be a great idea if you could find techs to do the work. The dealers I’ve been to are all under staffed. The factory probably can find good workers either this poor quality is going to come...
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