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Forum: Plumbing - Systems & Fixtures 01-24-2024, 06:53 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 679
Posted By JeffRadford
The Mysterious Drain Spout

Now - I’m sure once the answer is uncovered, I’ll feel like an idiot - however - I noticed last night that when hooked up to city water and the spigot ON water was draining from this spout. (See...
Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 01-08-2024, 03:37 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,002
Posted By JeffRadford
Queen for a Queen

Great to link w another MO and F350 guy. Did you just swap the queen for a queen? I'm checking out the specs and the AS Classic Queen is spec'd out at 60x75 while the Tempur-pedic is spec'd out at...
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 01-07-2024, 02:11 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,046
Posted By JeffRadford
Replace the HepvO Valve

FWIW - underneath the bathroom sink in my 2019 Classic - the peatrap is actually a HepvO "sanitary" waste valve (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00NLMPLDU/ref=sw_img_1?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&th=1). I...
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 11-05-2023, 06:39 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,965
Posted By JeffRadford
Really appreciate all the feedback! Already had...

Really appreciate all the feedback! Already had DampRid on order! I appreciate everyone's chiming in and sounds like there's no reason to be off the rails concerned/upset. My OCD tends to get the...
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 10-31-2023, 12:46 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,965
Posted By JeffRadford
How Concerned Should I Be? Scale of 1 to 10 (the White Variety)

What's going on y'all!

Was waiting over the summer for a new TV (finally got that wrapped up) and upon pulling my AS out of the storage barn, found that I had instances of (aghast) white mold on...
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 07-07-2022, 06:03 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 285
Posted By JeffRadford
ALDE 3020 HE - 2019 Classic - Befumbled

Alright y’all.

Bought a used 2019 Classic. (Real nice, Clark.)

I had a Flying Cloud with basic heating and cooling, but my new coach with this Alde 3020 is proving maddening.

I just...
Forum: Full-Timing, Winter Living & Workamping 09-07-2021, 01:13 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 18,734
Posted By JeffRadford
Second Tiered Question

For those of you folks still attached and recommending the beefier truck - that's the direction I'm moving -

F250 with a 3.55 Electronic Locking Axle - (Looking at a 250 Tremor model)

Question...
Forum: Full-Timing, Winter Living & Workamping 09-07-2021, 12:49 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 18,734
Posted By JeffRadford
Just shot you a PM! Sorry I didn't see your note...

Just shot you a PM! Sorry I didn't see your note until today!
Forum: On The Road... 07-04-2021, 03:23 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 12,434
Posted By JeffRadford
You're Right, BLM/National Forests/Etc are Better for the Canine Friend

My .02 cents - it's more likely 65% of dogs aren't trained/controlled by their owners. This coming from a 90 lb. German Shepherd owner. I never want my animal to be a concern or problem for others. ...
Forum: Base Camp 03-08-2021, 07:49 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,762
Posted By JeffRadford
Can't speak to the Basecamp, but don't sweat...

Can't speak to the Basecamp, but don't sweat everything you've read so far. Obviously be cognizant of known issues, but simply bear in mind that things will break, and things will go wrong. I'm a...
Forum: Awnings 03-07-2021, 09:33 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 14,867
Posted By JeffRadford
Just wanna chime in here - 2019 AS 30' Classic...

Just wanna chime in here - 2019 AS 30' Classic RBQ

1. The manual is as stated before "clear as mud" in regards to a close cylce.

2. My Problem - Awning won't close all the way OR gets stuck.
...
Forum: Base Camp 02-07-2021, 01:07 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 13,354
Posted By JeffRadford
Plenty of good, used trailers. Bird dog what...

Plenty of good, used trailers. Bird dog what you're looking for, scrub the forums, have your financing pre-approved and get your trailer. You may be waiting a lot otherwise. I'm going new to used as...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 01-23-2021, 04:44 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,068
Posted By JeffRadford
Lol.

Lol.
Forum: Full-Timing, Winter Living & Workamping 01-14-2021, 08:02 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 18,734
Posted By JeffRadford
For sure - but I'm getting what I'm looking for,...

For sure - but I'm getting what I'm looking for, and that's an overall consensus.
Forum: Full-Timing, Winter Living & Workamping 01-14-2021, 07:59 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 18,734
Posted By JeffRadford
Problems solved! Haha.

Problems solved! Haha.
Forum: Full-Timing, Winter Living & Workamping 01-13-2021, 07:27 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 18,734
Posted By JeffRadford
Hence the title of said Post, “Another TIRED TV...

Hence the title of said Post, “Another TIRED TV Thread.” Haha. I knew I was opening that worm can. ;)
Forum: Full-Timing, Winter Living & Workamping 01-13-2021, 07:19 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 18,734
Posted By JeffRadford
That’s not true - if you drive your F150 at 60...

That’s not true - if you drive your F150 at 60 MPH from St. Louis to Denver - you’ll get that coveted 24 MPG. (I was curious.) :D
Forum: Full-Timing, Winter Living & Workamping 01-10-2021, 07:46 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 18,734
Posted By JeffRadford
Seems to be the route I'm going. Thanks for the...

Seems to be the route I'm going. Thanks for the detailed opinion!
Forum: Full-Timing, Winter Living & Workamping 01-10-2021, 07:43 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 18,734
Posted By JeffRadford
Thanks!

Thanks!
Forum: Full-Timing, Winter Living & Workamping 01-10-2021, 07:34 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 18,734
Posted By JeffRadford
Thanks for the note. I think you nailed it. The...

Thanks for the note. I think you nailed it. The new 150s can "handle" the load, and I'm trying to shoehorn reasons into staying there, but fur what I want to tow, conventional wisdom of many other is...
Forum: Audio, Video & TV 01-10-2021, 04:04 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 27,748
Posted By JeffRadford
FWIW - I've always wanted B&W Audio and have...

FWIW - I've always wanted B&W Audio and have never pulled the trigger - perhaps this the reason to do just that. https://www.bowerswilkins.com/custom-installation/marine-6
Forum: Audio, Video & TV 01-10-2021, 04:01 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 27,748
Posted By JeffRadford
GREAT job! Loved seeing what you did. Currently...

GREAT job! Loved seeing what you did. Currently selling my FC and moving into a Classic, but based on the statement, alone, "I didn't know what I was missing!" am planning on addressing audio first...
Forum: Full-Timing, Winter Living & Workamping 01-08-2021, 08:25 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 18,734
Posted By JeffRadford
Another Tired TV Post - Towing an Classic - F-150 3.5L EcoBoost, Limited

Hey folks -

Bought a 26 foot Airstream pre-covid and have towed just fine w my current Ford. I'm rated for a max tow of 10,700 lb. No problems towing at roughly 7,500 lb.

Currently considering...
Forum: General Repair Forum 12-04-2020, 11:34 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 467
Posted By JeffRadford
Super Simple - How to Keep the Weather Stripping In?

Post title says it all, is there a good way to keep this stuff from coming out?
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 11-23-2020, 06:39 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,568
Posted By JeffRadford
This is actually a pretty legit feeling deal -...

This is actually a pretty legit feeling deal - any reason in your opinion you couldn't utilize one of the Nighthawk...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 11-20-2020, 04:03 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,568
Posted By JeffRadford
I live in STL, but my AS is currently in ATX -...

I live in STL, but my AS is currently in ATX - thinking of trying the Nomad Internet for ATX for the time being when I'm staying down there. I'll give an update once able.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 11-16-2020, 05:54 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 13,814
Posted By JeffRadford
They're gonna have the 7.2kw versions? I've seen...

They're gonna have the 7.2kw versions? I've seen some 2kw options for ATX on the Ford website, but nothing for the 7.2.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 11-16-2020, 05:52 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 13,814
Posted By JeffRadford
What's funny is - in their initial Ford new 2021...

What's funny is - in their initial Ford new 2021 presentation - they actually showed campers using the generator functionality.
Forum: General Repair Forum 11-16-2020, 06:02 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,397
Posted By JeffRadford
Woah. That's a pretty cool gadget. If anyone...

Woah. That's a pretty cool gadget. If anyone parks that close to you, you should just run 'em over. :)
Forum: WBCCI Forum 11-13-2020, 07:07 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,477
Posted By JeffRadford
Thanks for the feedback. Flying Eagle it is after...

Thanks for the feedback. Flying Eagle it is after a bird decides to run into my baby. 383194
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 11-13-2020, 07:02 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 13,238
Posted By JeffRadford
Gibson and Life - did you notice a big difference...

Gibson and Life - did you notice a big difference or difficulty moving from the 25 FC to the 28/30 FC when it comes to towing?

I do some mild boondocking at best.

I own a twin turbo F150 that...
Forum: WBCCI Forum 11-02-2020, 07:16 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,477
Posted By JeffRadford
Numbers and Names

Hey folks -

Reached out to AS and they said that numbers follow you for life.

They were not able, however to tell me if when you name your AS if that follows you as well - ie trade into a...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 11-02-2020, 07:01 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 13,238
Posted By JeffRadford
26 to 27, 30 Foot FC Upgrades?

For the sake of not opening another thread - anyone here start with something along the lines of 25/26 feet and move up to 27/30?

Curious how big of a difference is. 25 was fine for me and a 85 lb...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 11-02-2020, 06:53 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 13,238
Posted By JeffRadford
AMEN - Same Dilemna

Need to qualify this comment. :)

I've got the 2019 26RB FC. Same thing. The walk around bed thing wasn't a big deal before I lived in it for months. Now I'm so annoyed when trying to get around...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 10-24-2020, 08:45 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 8,915
Posted By JeffRadford
FWIW - I'm reading up on the Equal-i-zer hitch...

FWIW - I'm reading up on the Equal-i-zer hitch site now - looks like lubing is their recommendation - this looks to be a really well thought out site and blog...
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 09-23-2020, 06:06 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,133
Posted By JeffRadford
Any Ornithologists Out There?

If you're not laughing you're crying.

1. Anyone else had their AS dented by a bird?
2. Any idea based on this singular feather what type of bird ran into me?

Now is the time to help me name...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 09-10-2020, 04:38 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,311
Posted By JeffRadford
I feel you. I bought the Aeropress, but two...

I feel you. I bought the Aeropress, but two things stand out, I'm not brewing it appropriately, how, I don't know, and two, it doesn't make enough coffee in one hit. I need more coffee.
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 09-10-2020, 11:56 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,311
Posted By JeffRadford
Minor Coffee Grounds/Minor Leftover Beverage

Seems to be a common thought - and I'd say I'm on board with the majority of you fine AS folks.

Couple thoughts -

1. I haven't treated the gray tank. May look into it for giggles. (What can it...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 09-10-2020, 11:51 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,311
Posted By JeffRadford
Hahaha. I know about keeping that sewer house...

Hahaha. I know about keeping that sewer house clean!!! I typically am at 50-100% when I finally dump gray. :)
Forum: Audio, Video & TV 09-07-2020, 10:03 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,190
Posted By JeffRadford
Where I’m camping, we’re not streaming. [emoji41]

Where I’m camping, we’re not streaming. [emoji41]
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 09-06-2020, 10:19 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,311
Posted By JeffRadford
What Does (and Doesn’t) Go in Your Gray Tank?

Still learning, and I’m pretty adamant about learning to keep my FC in tip top shape. Cooking water, shower water, etc. I know are gonna be fine for the gray tank system.

As I’m cleaning up...
Forum: Refrigerators 09-06-2020, 10:00 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 911
Posted By JeffRadford
FWIW I was having a helluva time trying to get...

FWIW I was having a helluva time trying to get the Dometic fridge up and running as well after a couple weeks off and couldn’t figure it out.

Two things seemed to work for me.

The reset as...
Forum: Boondocking 08-01-2020, 06:00 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,817
Posted By JeffRadford
Good idea!

Good idea!
Forum: Boondocking 08-01-2020, 05:59 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,817
Posted By JeffRadford
BC I've never dropped randomly before, any...

BC I've never dropped randomly before, any recommendations on where to look to drop for a short moment in time?
Forum: Boondocking 07-31-2020, 12:08 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,817
Posted By JeffRadford
Shadow Mountain, Wyoming (Jackson Hole Area)

Hey folks -

Curious as I began my pre-AS days doing some backcountry/car camping with tent stuff.

It's been a year or two since I've made my way to the Tetons and was curious if anyone's...
Forum: General Repair Forum 07-31-2020, 07:35 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,547
Posted By JeffRadford
YESSSS! Thanks so much. AS sent me some of these...

YESSSS! Thanks so much. AS sent me some of these clips bc I was b$tching about how a new trailer should be coming apart and hinges stripping out. I didn't know how the clips installed, but I got it...
Forum: General Repair Forum 07-31-2020, 07:32 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,547
Posted By JeffRadford
Gonna roll with this and then redrill as if it...

Gonna roll with this and then redrill as if it was new wood. 374499
Forum: General Repair Forum 07-30-2020, 06:47 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,547
Posted By JeffRadford
You all got me laughing. I'm gonna try the kwik...

You all got me laughing. I'm gonna try the kwik product first go around. That OCD gene is bad news.

I appreciate you all. I'll try to get back with results!!!
Forum: General Repair Forum 07-29-2020, 03:14 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,547
Posted By JeffRadford
Question on Stripped Out Screws for Hinges

Hey folks -

Question for you - any recommendations how you'd go about repairing stripped out screws that are bolting in the hinges on the under storage of the bed?

Still under warranty - but...
Forum: Electronics & Connectivity 07-05-2020, 04:42 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 10,373
Posted By JeffRadford
Got any pics?

Got any pics?
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