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Forum: Computers, Internet & Satellite 04-25-2022, 04:43 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,739
Posted By Garfish
Winegard vrs weboost

Little help here. Weboost boosts a cell signal and so you can use smart phone hotspot and weboost for better internet. Usually far better than campsite WiFi. Winegard 2.0 has WiFi booster. So, if...
Forum: Airstream Classifieds 03-24-2022, 06:29 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 543
Posted By Garfish
2020 Airstream Globetrotter 25 - California

Selling our 2020 Airstream Globetrotter Twin Bed, 25 foot travel trailer due to lifestyle change. It is our 3rd and favorite Airstream. It tows beautifully Mercedes 450 GL SUV was our choice . ...
Forum: General Repair Forum 11-30-2021, 06:11 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,037
Posted By Garfish
Better yet

Thought I needed two panels replaced so Progressive quote and check was for that, minus $750 deductible. They stayed in touch with the dealer to revise quote to cover more. Turns out only one panel...
Forum: General Repair Forum 11-30-2021, 10:48 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,037
Posted By Garfish
Progressive insurance was great

Hired wrong company to wash my Globetrotter and guy climbed over rear caps and dented. Progressive cut me a check right away and followed up every step of the way (Jamie was so nice and concerned it...
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 09-17-2021, 08:50 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 40,559
Posted By Garfish
Thanks, LilPeanut, but I am a ways off for this....

Thanks, LilPeanut, but I am a ways off for this. Waiting to see if I can get the outside storage space I want, in our HOA complex. Would need then and could be many months from now
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 09-16-2021, 05:59 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 40,559
Posted By Garfish
Max tongue weight

Looking at specs for these dollies, even 10,000 lb ones and they list 800 or 900 max tongue. My 25 GT twin is well over 900. Is there a product that is better,safer or these OK. Moving on level...
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 09-06-2021, 11:42 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,128
Posted By Garfish
Resale

Uncle Bob, You mean better to repair?
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 09-06-2021, 09:47 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,128
Posted By Garfish
No wash RV park

Love washing it myself but this place is on a well and no washing RVs. Have to use service that brings in water. Bummer

Going to sell my AS anyway so question becomes leave it alone or replace....
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 08-22-2021, 09:10 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,128
Posted By Garfish
Dealer guarantee

I would assume it is guaranteed but will also ask. Since it is roof area proper sealing is critical and I will ask what rivets they will use
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 08-20-2021, 01:01 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,128
Posted By Garfish
Panel replacement decision

RV wash guy climbed over end cap and then slipped off it hard and dented two panels there. Insurance is covering replacement but do I take to dealer SF Bay Area or the JC? Long way to JC but also...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-18-2021, 09:32 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 15,343
Posted By Garfish
Towed 16 Bambi with Highlander, two of us and...

Towed 16 Bambi with Highlander, two of us and modest amount of gear. Worked just fine
Forum: Boondocking 02-20-2021, 06:42 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 11,761
Posted By Garfish
Get portable solar, 230 watts and a generator,...

Get portable solar, 230 watts and a generator, gas if you tow with truck and propane if no truck bed
Forum: Tow Vehicles 01-21-2021, 09:53 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,207
Posted By Garfish
Are you sure that it is a 7 pin, not 4? My 2016...

Are you sure that it is a 7 pin, not 4? My 2016 GL came with tow package but did not include 7 pin, just 4. Had to buy the 7 pin from Mercedes dealer and have them install
Forum: Tow Vehicles 01-16-2021, 09:44 AM
Replies: 1,713
Views: 550,442
Posted By Garfish
Towed 22 Sport with Highlander and was fine....

Towed 22 Sport with Highlander and was fine. Steep mountain passes you go slowe, but what’s the rush?
Forum: Our Community 12-15-2020, 09:46 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,765
Posted By Garfish
Used both but find McKesh better - don’t vibrate...

Used both but find McKesh better - don’t vibrate much and spot mirror add on is pretty good. Not easy getting them lined up. Looking for better solution still
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 12-14-2020, 02:33 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 9,512
Posted By Garfish
EzLift

I went this way for my 25 based on Andy’s recommendation. I have never heard anyone state he is not the expert, hands down. Mine works fine, sway on both sides
Forum: General Repair Forum 11-19-2020, 10:06 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,346
Posted By Garfish
I took the panel out. Opened things up and liked...

I took the panel out. Opened things up and liked it better. Traded in on 25
Forum: Dollars & Cents 10-10-2020, 07:09 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 11,196
Posted By Garfish
AS quality and posts

Have purchased new 16 Bambi, then 22 Bambi and now 2020 GT, twin 1 AC. Never had any issues with any of them. In CA and really did not need 2nd AC. Happy. What you see on these posts are just the...
Forum: On The Road... 10-10-2020, 06:26 PM
Replies: 2,887
Views: 703,346
Posted By Garfish
Driveway dreaming

And margarita testing before next trip
Forum: Our Community 10-01-2020, 06:29 PM
Replies: 8,049
Views: 1,956,028
Posted By Garfish
Cant get Berkey in CA so .....

The larger size Berkey is considered an “in home” water filtration system in California and there is a test that Berkey can’t pass, but all safe, so Berkey or resellers cannot ship that model to CA....
Forum: Audio, Video & TV 10-01-2020, 06:18 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,916
Posted By Garfish
My 16 Bambi new came with same issue. I found...

My 16 Bambi new came with same issue. I found that the wire was actually a short run to just outside wall. Just replaced it
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 09-26-2020, 12:32 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,134
Posted By Garfish
Pigeon, without a doubt. Also know as rock doves,...

Pigeon, without a doubt. Also know as rock doves, which is nicer than the street version of “rats with wings”. Actually quite an amazing bird that can fly 70 MPH and can find home if dropped...
Forum: Our Community 09-17-2020, 10:52 PM
Replies: 8,049
Views: 1,956,028
Posted By Garfish
https://www.etrailer.com/new_review.aspx?oid=10992...

https://www.etrailer.com/new_review.aspx?oid=109924573&ouid=1C1A236D-BCEF-40D0-8188-3430314A1C88
Forum: Our Community 09-17-2020, 10:51 PM
Replies: 8,049
Views: 1,956,028
Posted By Garfish
https://www.etrailer.com/new_review.aspx?oid=10992...

https://www.etrailer.com/new_review.aspx?oid=109924573&ouid=1C1A236D-BCEF-40D0-8188-3430314A1C88
Forum: Our Community 09-17-2020, 10:48 PM
Replies: 8,049
Views: 1,956,028
Posted By Garfish
Etrailer website 1 Die-cast Grate For...

Etrailer website


1 Die-cast Grate For Furrion Range Cooktop/2-in-1 Range Oven

https://www.etrailer.com/new_review.aspx?oid=109924573&ouid=1C1A236D-BCEF-40D0-8188-3430314A1C88
Forum: Our Community 09-15-2020, 10:45 PM
Replies: 8,049
Views: 1,956,028
Posted By Garfish
2020 GT slippery range grates solved

Saw this somewhere on forums and they just arrived. Little grinding to slip past screws and they drop right in. Loving it
Forum: Stoves, Ovens & Microwaves 09-15-2020, 07:24 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 14,897
Posted By Garfish
Finally arrived, new grates

Had to grind a bit to get past screw heads. Loving it
Forum: Tow Vehicles 09-15-2020, 08:29 AM
Replies: 1,713
Views: 550,442
Posted By Garfish
One of Andy’s recommendations will be get a...

One of Andy’s recommendations will be get a EazLift WD and two sway devices and his shank, pretty certain. That’s what I did
Forum: Tow Vehicles 09-14-2020, 01:39 PM
Replies: 1,713
Views: 550,442
Posted By Garfish
My point is that if you want to use a TV that is...

My point is that if you want to use a TV that is not a pick up and Andy tells you how to do and you do it that way then just tow safely as you should anyway. Go camping
Forum: Tow Vehicles 09-14-2020, 10:59 AM
Replies: 1,713
Views: 550,442
Posted By Garfish
So, Andy and CanAM

If all the cars and SUVs set up by CanAM over decades were risky then why do you never see postings about accidents?
Forum: Tow Vehicles 09-12-2020, 10:23 AM
Replies: 91
Views: 17,710
Posted By Garfish
Waiting for F 200 with flux capacitor

Waiting for F 200 with flux capacitor
Forum: Tow Vehicles 09-06-2020, 12:41 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 7,191
Posted By Garfish
Hot rod shop

They did my hitch reinforcement on my 450 GL. 1900 payload
Forum: General Repair Forum 09-05-2020, 04:22 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 466
Posted By Garfish
Bumper compartment sharp edge cut your hand?

Basically a raw edge where lid is riveted to bumper compartment. New AS and first with bumper and have cut myself twice. Did this fix with electrical tape (used green so you could see it!). Anyone...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 08-21-2020, 11:19 PM
Replies: 134
Views: 22,587
Posted By Garfish
Reinforcement

Yes, I used that guy on mine in LA. Great
Forum: Our Community 08-21-2020, 11:13 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,938
Posted By Garfish
I think a list of questions to be answered and...

I think a list of questions to be answered and why to narrow down choices. The first is why do you think a trailer, specifically AS. From there it branches to finding the best combo.
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 08-21-2020, 05:24 PM
Replies: 134
Views: 22,587
Posted By Garfish
FB Airstream Addicts mostly newbies or want to be...

FB Airstream Addicts mostly newbies or want to be so. Common is what will my car, 1/2 ton tow or what do I need to tow an AS. Having towed 16 and 22 with Highlander and now 25 with 450 I suggest they...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 08-21-2020, 04:17 PM
Replies: 134
Views: 22,587
Posted By Garfish
MZB hitch receiver

Was at trailer hitch shop today. Well regarded and in biz since 1944 and we were talking MZB. He said in early 2000s MZB dealers were sending cars to them with failed hitch receiver welds. Some...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 08-20-2020, 05:51 PM
Replies: 134
Views: 22,587
Posted By Garfish
Mikeinca - your first AS? We love the 25 twin...

Mikeinca - your first AS? We love the 25 twin globie
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 08-20-2020, 05:10 PM
Replies: 134
Views: 22,587
Posted By Garfish
That’s right. I am well under. For me the 450 is...

That’s right. I am well under. For me the 450 is what works best. If I decide I want to carry much more or will be doing weeks of up and down Rockies or Sierras I will buy a Ram 250 diesel and lament...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 08-20-2020, 04:54 PM
Replies: 134
Views: 22,587
Posted By Garfish
Yes, air suspension

Yes, air suspension
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 08-20-2020, 04:33 PM
Replies: 134
Views: 22,587
Posted By Garfish
My 450 should be 1794 or 1764 depending on the...

My 450 should be 1794 or 1764 depending on the source online, like Edmunds and others. GVWR minus curb weight is also about the same. Tire sticker on jam says 1312. I just emailed MZB USA for why the...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 08-20-2020, 03:42 PM
Replies: 134
Views: 22,587
Posted By Garfish
Thread is getting far afield. At any rate I do...

Thread is getting far afield. At any rate I do weight at CAT scales and under on both axles. Keeping my 450, thanks
Forum: Our Community 08-20-2020, 02:16 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,938
Posted By Garfish
I will save the link and post it to FB questions

I will save the link and post it to FB questions
Forum: Our Community 08-20-2020, 12:09 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,938
Posted By Garfish
Forum for newbies and towing

I’m sure some of you follow Airstream Addicts on FB. Since Covid and all the new first time RV/AS people common posts there are about TT and TVs, what they should do. Of course the direct answer is...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 08-16-2020, 07:32 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 595
Posted By Garfish
Should be just fine

Should be just fine
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 08-14-2020, 11:31 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,525
Posted By Garfish
Shoulda known

Love CA but some things go too far. Thanks az and jeff. Will look into the alternative one. Think the 2.25 gal one is what we want
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 08-14-2020, 08:21 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,525
Posted By Garfish
Why does Big Berkey hate CA?

Tried to order lots of places and get alert that they cannot ship to CA. What’s up with that?
Forum: Windows, Doors, Locks & Vents 08-12-2020, 07:03 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,354
Posted By Garfish
Keys in the time of Covid

Still have one set but can’t find the other. Airstream Store says out of stock. I emailed Trimark about getting the door and deadlock ones. Where do I find the outside silver keys?

Thx
Forum: Our Community 08-12-2020, 06:13 PM
Replies: 8,049
Views: 1,956,028
Posted By Garfish
More info

On the Container Store items
Forum: Our Community 08-12-2020, 06:11 PM
Replies: 8,049
Views: 1,956,028
Posted By Garfish
25 GT pantry and closet

Love the pull out pantry, not the rack shelves. Container Store

Twin bed hanging closet, shelves now and baskets for folded clothes. Container Store
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