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Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 01-09-2024, 07:06 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,560
Posted By Colossus
I have a 30FBB and I had Truma place the...

I have a 30FBB and I had Truma place the controller in the closet next to the fridge. It was a straight shot for wiring from under the rear lower bunk landing into the closet. I also have my Peplink...
Forum: Dollars & Cents 11-27-2023, 08:39 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 901
Posted By Colossus
Having a loan on the unit at the time of the sell...

Having a loan on the unit at the time of the sell doesn’t complicate things. Yes it does cause a change in the buying process but can still be really simple. The seller just has to be honest with...
Forum: Airstream Classifieds 11-05-2023, 07:47 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 209
Posted By Colossus
Chip1947. What is your asking price? Thanks

Chip1947. What is your asking price? Thanks
Forum: Our Community 10-15-2023, 07:42 PM
Replies: 7,905
Views: 1,567,107
Posted By Colossus
We were heading south on I85 near Gaffney, SC...

We were heading south on I85 near Gaffney, SC today. Passed an Airstream heading Northbound. We flashed and received a flash. Hope you made it to your adventure safely.

A little further...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 09-22-2023, 08:45 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,333
Posted By Colossus
This^^^. Could only imagine how people would...

This^^^. Could only imagine how people would treat a loaner Airstream.
Forum: Member Introductions 07-01-2023, 03:50 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,458
Posted By Colossus
Towing the 30’ doesn’t seem any different than...

Towing the 30’ doesn’t seem any different than towing the 27 TB. Backing the trailer feels about the same as well, may even be a little easier.

We started with a 23’ Airstream towed it with a...
Forum: Member Introductions 06-29-2023, 01:26 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,458
Posted By Colossus
I had a 27’ Tommy Bahama which is basically a...

I had a 27’ Tommy Bahama which is basically a 28’. Key word is had, we have 2 kids as well. The two minute bed transformation adds up over time. Nothing beats “dedicated space”.
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 05-16-2023, 08:57 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,075
Posted By Colossus
Hey Guys, Thanks for the follow up. 3 good...

Hey Guys,

Thanks for the follow up. 3 good options Davy, Ninja and Traeger. I have to agree with you Bunker, weight is definitely a factor in my decision and the Ninja appears to be the...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 05-14-2023, 10:04 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,075
Posted By Colossus
Hi Bunker, Just curious to see if you’re...

Hi Bunker,

Just curious to see if you’re still enjoying your Ranger? I’m pretty close to pulling the trigger, currently have a gas grill that I take RVing, have used everything from small green...
Forum: Airstream Classifieds 05-12-2023, 10:04 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 376
Posted By Colossus
Hello, I will send you a private message for...

Hello,

I will send you a private message for clarity. Thanks
Forum: 2005 - 2010 Safari 05-11-2023, 08:09 PM
Replies: 974
Views: 173,667
Posted By Colossus
Hey all, If you’re looking to replace your...

Hey all,

If you’re looking to replace your cushions I have a full new set available, came off of my 2022 right after taking delivery. They’re listed on the classifieds section. Any questions...
Forum: Airstream Classifieds 05-10-2023, 10:16 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 376
Posted By Colossus
2022 30FBB full cushions never used 1500 OBO - Georgia

Located in GA, 2022 30FBB full set of cushions. Never used as we had customs cushions made before taking delivery 3rd Airstream . Cushions have been stored in spare room. Make an offer.


...
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 05-10-2023, 09:52 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,474
Posted By Colossus
I had my 2022 FC 30FBB Girard unit replaced with...

I had my 2022 FC 30FBB Girard unit replaced with a Truma. Installation and unit total cost was about $2100 (installed about a year ago). For my unit it was a plug and play, installation took about...
Forum: On The Road... 05-09-2023, 05:51 AM
Replies: 159
Views: 17,072
Posted By Colossus
Thanks for sharing Foobar. Really enjoying...

Thanks for sharing Foobar. Really enjoying following along!
Forum: Tow Vehicles 04-13-2023, 08:15 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 10,736
Posted By Colossus
Following! Congrats on the new vehicle.

Following! Congrats on the new vehicle.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-25-2023, 10:49 PM
Replies: 407
Views: 72,155
Posted By Colossus
I’ve been reading and waiting for you to come to...

I’ve been reading and waiting for you to come to this conclusion. Honestly, I looked at your current tow vehicle and assumed you like bells and whistles. I’ve owned a few Porsches myself.

I...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 03-23-2023, 07:56 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,116
Posted By Colossus
Lol … classic response. Lol

Lol … classic response. Lol
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 01-25-2023, 04:31 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,245
Posted By Colossus
Exactly what Mojo said, the key to this story is...

Exactly what Mojo said, the key to this story is “Shreveport and I20”! There’s nothing normal about those roads, definitely put my table down.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 12-18-2022, 10:31 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 8,286
Posted By Colossus
I agree with you! Having said that I can make...

I agree with you! Having said that I can make the same argument for going from a 3/4T to a 1T. Needless to say I’ve resulted to providing this advice, go ahead and try out your current set up...
Forum: Exterior Storage Compartments & Access Doors 12-13-2022, 07:09 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,333
Posted By Colossus
When you are having troubles opening the...

When you are having troubles opening the compartment doors is the trailer level? Do you have the truck hitched?
Forum: Tow Vehicles 12-03-2022, 12:26 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 9,865
Posted By Colossus
The closer you get to the Platinum trim level the...

The closer you get to the Platinum trim level the more the payload diminishes making the 350 a better opportunity. I had a F250 Platinum diesel and the payload was 1911. Payload was quickly...
Forum: 2018 - Current Globetrotter 10-16-2022, 10:11 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,606
Posted By Colossus
Did they mention how much time/how many hours...

Did they mention how much time/how many hours Jackson Center spent or was allotted to do the job?
Forum: Tow Vehicles 10-10-2022, 08:41 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 13,627
Posted By Colossus
I owned a 2016 High Country 2500HD. I absolutely...

I owned a 2016 High Country 2500HD. I absolutely loved the truck, got rear ended sitting in a traffic jam by some guy driving a Porsche with 2 poodles in the front seat not paying attention to the...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 10-09-2022, 08:56 PM
Replies: 252
Views: 30,702
Posted By Colossus
Op, It’s been said numerous times in this...

Op,
It’s been said numerous times in this thread. Allow the data to aid in making this decision. Pay attention to all of the pertinent numbers but close attention to payload as that is more than...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 08-09-2022, 02:47 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,374
Posted By Colossus
There a quite a few threads on this site...

There a quite a few threads on this site addressing this dilemma. But it comes down to 3 options: Tow vehicle, inside trailer, or Rear trailer rack.

Tow vehicle is an option if you have the...
Forum: 2016 - Current International 08-09-2022, 01:58 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 8,362
Posted By Colossus
If resale is your main concern than one could...

If resale is your main concern than one could easily return it to original condition to sell it. From the state of his/her recliners to original condition wouldn’t take more than an afternoon. What...
Forum: Full-Timing, Winter Living & Workamping 08-08-2022, 03:04 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 9,879
Posted By Colossus
There are somethings that simply can’t be unseen,...

There are somethings that simply can’t be unseen, no matter how hard we try. This is definitely one of those things and I will attempt to keep it away from my wife. Lol

I can see why you fell in...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 07-27-2022, 08:25 PM
Replies: 126
Views: 19,503
Posted By Colossus
Awesome. Again, thanks for posting and congrats...

Awesome. Again, thanks for posting and congrats on your new AS!!
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 07-27-2022, 07:10 PM
Replies: 126
Views: 19,503
Posted By Colossus
Good detailed analysis. Just so we’re on the...

Good detailed analysis. Just so we’re on the same page, you calculated your tongue weight or did you weigh the AS jack on a separate pad at the Cat scale to come up with that value? If you...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 07-24-2022, 08:57 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,876
Posted By Colossus
Update, took a page from 2012’s playbook. I place...

Update, took a page from 2012’s playbook. I place my bikes over the tonneau cover on the racks of my F350. As I mentioned before, Purchased the Rhino rack roof rack for my Rhino Rack Vero bars. ...
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 07-22-2022, 06:53 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 20,411
Posted By Colossus
My Truma control glows when I turn it on. 419846

My Truma control glows when I turn it on. 419846
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 07-21-2022, 10:34 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 20,411
Posted By Colossus
Sure, I think the cost of the Truma was around...

Sure, I think the cost of the Truma was around $1800 installed. Definitely worth the cost IMO.
Forum: General Repair Forum 07-12-2022, 09:54 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 967
Posted By Colossus
I have a 2022 30FBB had the same issue with the...

I have a 2022 30FBB had the same issue with the wall before I replace the TV with the 32” Samsung. I remember peeking around the trim and thru/behind the wall and saw it was poorly supported. I...
Forum: General Repair Forum 07-07-2022, 01:13 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 9,429
Posted By Colossus
Exactly, that’s simple manufacturing at its best,...

Exactly, that’s simple manufacturing at its best, repeatability and reproducibility. I watched a video of the old factory on YouTube, there was one guy free hand and eye balling cutting the openings...
Forum: General Repair Forum 07-07-2022, 01:07 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 9,429
Posted By Colossus
I agree, we love our Airstream and are just...

I agree, we love our Airstream and are just asking for continual and continuous improvements. If we continue to smile and accept quality as is in the current state than why would AS look for ways to...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 07-07-2022, 10:04 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,876
Posted By Colossus
@Taco Joe, thanks for the response. My concerned...

@Taco Joe, thanks for the response. My concerned is with the bikes getting saturated from the Rain but I’m guessing in your part of the country rain isn’t that big of an issue. Also, hoping the...
Forum: General Repair Forum 07-06-2022, 12:07 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 9,429
Posted By Colossus
I disagree, I’d rather they make it to spec the...

I disagree, I’d rather they make it to spec the first time, which should fit without gaps, misalignments and extra trim. The problem with making it fit is when things break in the field, the...
Forum: General Repair Forum 07-06-2022, 12:02 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 9,429
Posted By Colossus
The addition of robotics wouldn’t necessarily...

The addition of robotics wouldn’t necessarily mean raw materials or whip stacked up outside. It would simply mean they would have to manage their inventory using principles of lean manufacturing. ...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 07-06-2022, 03:02 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 10,991
Posted By Colossus
Agree with the comments about the cushions. We...

Agree with the comments about the cushions. We removed the curved cushions in our 30’ and added customs or our own.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 07-05-2022, 03:45 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,876
Posted By Colossus
Do you use a cover for your bikes while in tow...

Do you use a cover for your bikes while in tow and/or at the campgrounds?
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 07-01-2022, 01:41 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 7,665
Posted By Colossus
I’m still a member as well. Was camping last...

I’m still a member as well. Was camping last week and turning the light off became a morning routine. Funny thing is I didn’t have sewer at the campground so there was no need to be going over there...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 06-30-2022, 12:19 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,193
Posted By Colossus
I’m in this boat with GypsyDad and WellSaid. The...

I’m in this boat with GypsyDad and WellSaid. The cliché isn’t to be taken literally. I tow a 30’ AS with a 2021 F350 Dually and a 3P. So, once I’m dialed in and been on the road for a few hours...
Forum: General Repair Forum 06-29-2022, 07:53 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 9,429
Posted By Colossus
Did you see any Floor locations marked for...

Did you see any Floor locations marked for inventory, tool shadow boards, standard work, clutter in work areas or were the work areas well organized?
Forum: General Repair Forum 06-29-2022, 07:24 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 9,429
Posted By Colossus
I’m hoping a new facility would’ve been the...

I’m hoping a new facility would’ve been the perfect opportunity to implement all of those changes I, we mentioned above. Following to see if atleast half of those are implemented in the new facility.
Forum: General Repair Forum 06-29-2022, 07:21 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 9,429
Posted By Colossus
I’m not sure of how they’re doing it in the new...

I’m not sure of how they’re doing it in the new facility but from the videos of old that were on the internet a lot of “best practices” were missing.

So when I see how the OP was talking about...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 06-28-2022, 02:47 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 10,092
Posted By Colossus
Lol… I’m still wondering the same thing.

Lol… I’m still wondering the same thing.
Forum: 2018 - Current Globetrotter 06-25-2022, 10:38 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 9,124
Posted By Colossus
I’ll repost the picture from above. In red I’ve...

I’ll repost the picture from above. In red I’ve circled where a nut is missing, you see a gold but in the lower part of the picture, should be a nut on the black threaded bolt that’s circled. Im...
Forum: Base Camp 06-23-2022, 08:53 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,161
Posted By Colossus
go green!

go green!
Forum: Axles 06-19-2022, 04:55 PM
Replies: 122
Views: 26,033
Posted By Colossus
Once again, great info. Thanks for sharing.

Once again, great info. Thanks for sharing.
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 06-17-2022, 01:01 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,347
Posted By Colossus
That’s awesome!! Definitely taking advantage of...

That’s awesome!! Definitely taking advantage of the generator usage along with the benefits of having a dedicated 30A at home for the RV. Well done.

Bookmarking this post, I’ve been having a...
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