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Forum: Airstream Classifieds 02-28-2023, 11:51 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 425
Posted By rhensley
2021 Airstream Classic 33 - Arizona

SALE PENDING

2021 Classic 33 FBT

Comfort White interior with Earl Grey upholstery

In excellent condition 33 foot 2021 Classic Airstream FB Twin, with 60 projection television, Alde...
Forum: 2016 - Current Classic (all lengths) 01-02-2023, 06:38 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,658
Posted By rhensley
Easy to check. Remove the vent hose and put a...

Easy to check. Remove the vent hose and put a screw protector over the valve outlet and see if that stops the air getting into the system.

Regards,
Ron
Forum: 2016 - Current Classic (all lengths) 12-30-2022, 01:25 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,658
Posted By rhensley
Trepine, with that much air getting into the...

Trepine, with that much air getting into the system, I would suspect one or more bleeder valves not being fully closed especially if you are not having to add Alde fluid after bleeding and the pumps...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 10-17-2022, 10:01 PM
Replies: 118
Views: 18,775
Posted By rhensley
2020 GMC Sierra 2500HD Duramax diesel - payload...

2020 GMC Sierra 2500HD Duramax diesel - payload 3,057lbs.

Regards,
Ron
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 09-06-2022, 09:26 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,344
Posted By rhensley
Had Same Issue - Fixed

I just went through identifying and solving the root cause of this exact same problem with our 2021 Classic 33FB. I searched for and read all of the posts I could find, and while they were helpful...
Forum: 2016 - Current Classic (all lengths) 09-02-2022, 04:50 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 7,076
Posted By rhensley
Man, what a bummer for you. After reading...

Man, what a bummer for you.

After reading this I started looked at the threads on hacking the CZone controller that a couple of forum members have been commenting in again. I think I’m going to...
Forum: 2016 - Current Classic (all lengths) 09-02-2022, 02:28 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 7,076
Posted By rhensley
Sorry to hear about the CZone problems. I realize...

Sorry to hear about the CZone problems. I realize how frustrating this would be on a trip. These are premium units and the factory should treat them (and all Airstreams) as such.

Personally, I...
Forum: On The Road... 08-27-2022, 05:26 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,302
Posted By rhensley
We made the drive over from Idaho Falls to...

We made the drive over from Idaho Falls to attend, and to see our friends and owners, Dennis and Laura Decker. They are great people and we wish them well.

We have purchased three Airstreams...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 08-24-2022, 09:04 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 13,389
Posted By rhensley
My 2021 Classic owners manual shows 8AWG for...

My 2021 Classic owners manual shows 8AWG for solar on page 8-20.

Regards,
Ron
Forum: General Repair Forum 08-20-2022, 08:12 AM
Replies: 353
Views: 91,480
Posted By rhensley
Our exact fix done 06/18/2022. Regards, ...

Our exact fix done 06/18/2022.

Regards,
Ron
Forum: Our Community 08-19-2022, 01:40 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 774
Posted By rhensley
Has it been working earlier, and it just quit...

Has it been working earlier, and it just quit working? Or is this the first time using it this season?

Regards,
Ron
Forum: Jacks, Stabilizers, Lifting and Leveling 08-14-2022, 01:46 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,317
Posted By rhensley
I’ll buy you a drink! Took a chance and...

I’ll buy you a drink!

Took a chance and ordered a new switch and the stabilizers go both ways now. Big relief as my trailer does not have an access panel underneath for the motor wiring.

Thank...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 08-12-2022, 03:57 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 999
Posted By rhensley
I’ll give this a bump as I now find myself...

I’ll give this a bump as I now find myself needing the same information.

Pictures or wiring diagrams would be greatly appreciated for both the galley lights switch and wardrobe switch.
...
Forum: Jacks, Stabilizers, Lifting and Leveling 08-11-2022, 08:28 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,317
Posted By rhensley
Jeff, The trailer is still under warranty...

Jeff,

The trailer is still under warranty although I bought it used after the previous owners had it for 4 months. The warranty from Airstream is good for any owner within the 3 year term.

I...
Forum: Jacks, Stabilizers, Lifting and Leveling 08-10-2022, 05:16 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,317
Posted By rhensley
This site has a wealth of information. Wish I had...

This site has a wealth of information. Wish I had found this thread earlier....

My front power stabilizer will power down, but not up. I had to use the supplied manual crank to get it up.

I...
Forum: Our Community 08-06-2022, 06:04 PM
Replies: 8,050
Views: 1,967,026
Posted By rhensley
New Head Saver Cabinet Handles

Hopefully no more head divits….

Regards,
Ron
Forum: The Pet Forum 07-23-2022, 03:30 PM
Replies: 903
Views: 199,987
Posted By rhensley
Diego doing what he does best!:)

Diego doing what he does best!:)
Forum: General Repair Forum 07-03-2022, 10:50 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,691
Posted By rhensley
Are you doing the procedure to restore the Alde...

Are you doing the procedure to restore the Alde boiler air cushion as recommended? If not, then you could get quite a bit of water coming out underneath the trailer when the Alde is in use.
...
Forum: General Repair Forum 07-03-2022, 09:01 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,691
Posted By rhensley
I don’t think you can have domestic hot water...

I don’t think you can have domestic hot water heat without some heating some of the glycol. But, the system should not be using the gycol pump to circulate hot gycol for heating with the inside...
Forum: On The Road... 06-14-2022, 09:14 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,667
Posted By rhensley
Reports said straight line winds of 80. Everyone...

Reports said straight line winds of 80. Everyone is OK. Streamers who didn’t have their stabilizers down had quite a ride for awhile. Someone in a Nest decided to move away from the trees this...
Forum: On The Road... 06-14-2022, 06:29 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,667
Posted By rhensley
Excitement at J.C. terraport last night

Close call. Note to self - refamilarize location and how to use emergency exits!

Regards,
Ron
Forum: Winterizing, Storage, Carports & Covers 05-01-2022, 10:01 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 680
Posted By rhensley
I just got a spot in Park Place, and the owners...

I just got a spot in Park Place, and the owners are opening a new covered facility up the road called HoneyBee. Should be lots of available spots there. Both facilities are very nice.

Regards,
Ron
Forum: 2016 - Current Classic (all lengths) 04-26-2022, 04:54 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 786
Posted By rhensley
You will have to use a local locksmith, who in...

You will have to use a local locksmith, who in turn will have to call Amsec and get them to make you spares. Be sure to have pictures of the labels on the safe that have the s/n and any other...
Forum: 2016 - Current Classic (all lengths) 04-03-2022, 03:25 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,165
Posted By rhensley
The awning automatically locks when it finishes...

The awning automatically locks when it finishes the retraction cycle.

Regards,
Ron
Forum: Computers, Internet & Satellite 03-27-2022, 03:54 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,855
Posted By rhensley
Did you just replace the AT&T sim card with the...

Did you just replace the AT&T sim card with the T-Mobile sim card, or add the T-Mobile sim card to the router?

Our AT&T subscription is up in about 3 weeks, so need to get a new provider or a new...
Forum: General Repair Forum 02-07-2022, 10:08 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 735
Posted By rhensley
I experienced the same issues. Solution for me...

I experienced the same issues. Solution for me found in the following link. You only need to follow the “bleeding” instructions.

https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2020/MC-10170838-0001.pdf

I...
Forum: Jacks, Stabilizers, Lifting and Leveling 11-09-2021, 08:40 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,249
Posted By rhensley
Ronnie, PM sent. Regards, Ron

Ronnie,

PM sent.

Regards,
Ron
Forum: Jacks, Stabilizers, Lifting and Leveling 11-08-2021, 08:01 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,249
Posted By rhensley
OK, just wondering how folks with the 2021 33...

OK, just wondering how folks with the 2021 33 Classics are finding and getting the 3" lift kits installed?

Sent the usual inquiry with pictures of labels on the axles to Dexter and got the usual...
Forum: 2016 - Current Classic (all lengths) 10-18-2021, 07:17 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,923
Posted By rhensley
Dang, why's my spare tire carrier hanging down? Darn, where's my spare tire?

Making our way from Rapid City, SD to Lusk, WY today. Stopped in Hermosa, SD to check everything out in the trailer, and performed a quick cursory visual inspection of obvious trouble spots on the...
Forum: 2016 - Current Classic (all lengths) 10-03-2021, 07:07 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,409
Posted By rhensley
no_worries; Thanks for the good hints. I’m...

no_worries;

Thanks for the good hints. I’m all set for right now, but will probably take advantage of them in the future.

Regards,
Ron
Forum: 2016 - Current Classic (all lengths) 10-01-2021, 03:02 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,409
Posted By rhensley
My wife found it. Hidden behind bathroom door....

My wife found it. Hidden behind bathroom door. Upper panel.

Regards,
Ron
Forum: 2016 - Current Classic (all lengths) 10-01-2021, 10:21 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,409
Posted By rhensley
Alde Expansion Tank Location 2021 33FBT

Ok, I give up….

Looked in owners manual, parts manual, and Alde 3020 manual for location to check the glycol level, also looked under seat where the unit is located. No joy!

Performed the air...
Forum: General Repair Forum 09-25-2021, 07:09 PM
Replies: 353
Views: 91,480
Posted By rhensley
Ray, Yes, it seems like all of the big mouth...

Ray,

Yes, it seems like all of the big mouth front bedroom units are prone to the “front end separation” design issue.

Just had mine (2020 27FBT Globetrotter) repaired by the mothership on...
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 09-20-2021, 12:46 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 766
Posted By rhensley
If possible, order/buy from the dealer that you...

If possible, order/buy from the dealer that you will be expecting to take care of your service needs later.

Airstream of Utah is opening a new Airstream dealership just south of you in Etna next...
Forum: On The Road... 09-10-2021, 08:04 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,489
Posted By rhensley
Hey folks, I just did a copy and paste from an...

Hey folks, I just did a copy and paste from an email I received from Airstream of Utah today. I have nothing else to do with this. Just trying to let people know that it’s coming. Couldn’t figure out...
Forum: On The Road... 09-09-2021, 04:03 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,489
Posted By rhensley
Airstream of Wyoming and Grand Buffalo RV Resort Coming

Short form of email from owners of Airstream of Utah:



Introducing Airstream of Wyoming & The Grand Buffalo RV Resort


We are very excited announce that we will be opening Airstream of...
Forum: 2016 - Current Classic (all lengths) 09-07-2021, 01:50 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,434
Posted By rhensley
I agree. To my not so agile mind, it has to also...

I agree. To my not so agile mind, it has to also be a safety issue as a monocoque structure can only be as strong as it’s weakest point. The fact that the shell is/has separated from the frame means...
Forum: 2016 - Current Classic (all lengths) 09-07-2021, 01:17 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,434
Posted By rhensley
Dennis, You’re correct about the 4600’s. ...

Dennis,

You’re correct about the 4600’s.

Went back and checked my records. Dealer receipt showed 5100’s installed, but receipt from parts warehouse shows B6-4600’s shipped. They are blue on...
Forum: 2016 - Current Classic (all lengths) 09-05-2021, 06:37 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,434
Posted By rhensley
Mick, We did a trip from Idaho Falls, ID to...

Mick,

We did a trip from Idaho Falls, ID to Asheville, NC and back last April. Had to dive south on I-15 to Kingman, AZ because of snow and hooked up to I-40 there. Bad choice although no other...
Forum: 2016 - Current Classic (all lengths) 09-05-2021, 11:01 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,434
Posted By rhensley
Bob, Thanks for your usual knowledgeable...

Bob,

Thanks for your usual knowledgeable answers.

I definitely will have and use a good “sway control/prevention” hitch. As to the WD capability, I will use it to the extent that it’s needed. ...
Forum: 2016 - Current Classic (all lengths) 09-05-2021, 07:35 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,434
Posted By rhensley
Thanks for your response. I had just...

Thanks for your response.

I had just finished rereading the thread on equalizer hitches and front-end separation, and saw your posts in it on your 33 Classic having the front-end separation issue....
Forum: 2016 - Current Classic (all lengths) 09-01-2021, 07:05 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,434
Posted By rhensley
33FBT Classic Questions

A little input would be greatly appreciated:

(1) As this model has the large front baggage door, does it suffer from the front-end separation problem as the others?
(2) Are the batteries group 24...
Forum: Our Community 08-27-2021, 03:06 PM
Replies: 120
Views: 25,139
Posted By rhensley
About 6 months after taking delivery of our new...

About 6 months after taking delivery of our new trailer, I noticed that the creases in ours were getting worse. We were at the dealership discussing this issue with a tech and sales person. Both...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 08-20-2021, 09:09 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,296
Posted By rhensley
Thanks for the thoughtful suggestion Bob. I...

Thanks for the thoughtful suggestion Bob.

I guess I’m just out of practice and my usual routine after not using the trailer for 7 months.

I’ll consider the hard wired EMS for my next trailer.
...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 08-19-2021, 05:20 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,296
Posted By rhensley
Richard, All is well now…. I’m enjoying...

Richard,

All is well now….

I’m enjoying the first of the two beers that Nitzo’s advice has allowed me to acquire.:lol:

Regards,
Ron
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 08-19-2021, 04:51 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,296
Posted By rhensley
I feel like a complete idiot. I’ve been doing the...

I feel like a complete idiot. I’ve been doing the same routine for over 4 years, and never had a problem until now.

It started feeding power at about 2 minutes and 38 seconds after I looked away...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 08-19-2021, 04:29 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,296
Posted By rhensley
No. I’ve been doing the same routine with it as...

No. I’ve been doing the same routine with it as previously.

Regards,
Ron
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 08-19-2021, 04:20 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,296
Posted By rhensley
EMS-PT50X E0 No Power Output

Tuesday night was our first use of the Airstream in 7 months. Plugged in the EMS-PT50X, turned pedestal power on and watched it cycle through it’s display routine as usual. When it got to the end and...
Forum: Shocks 05-10-2021, 04:21 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 9,913
Posted By rhensley
Action, boy are you on a roll today...... ...

Action, boy are you on a roll today......

Good one!

Regards,
Ron
Forum: Shocks 05-10-2021, 03:21 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 9,913
Posted By rhensley
Boy, talk about good timing on a thread!:D ...

Boy, talk about good timing on a thread!:D

Just was under the trailer doing post trip inspection, and found that one nut and washer on the RT Rear shock was missing in action. Checked the RT...
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