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Forum: 1997 - 1999 Safari 03-31-2024, 01:39 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,707
Posted By SandKSmith
Different Airstream, similar problems. A couple...

Different Airstream, similar problems. A couple of thoughts that might help: seeing similar issues, I found that Airstream neglected to seal between the shower door aluminum frame and the shower...
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 02-09-2024, 09:00 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,581
Posted By SandKSmith
I’d put up with lifting that bed by hand for 5...

I’d put up with lifting that bed by hand for 5 years. Even replaced the struts once. It was too much. I put in an electic lift back in December. Cheap made in China stuff from Amazon, but it works....
Forum: Tow Vehicles 02-09-2024, 08:21 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 5,985
Posted By SandKSmith
We also have a 2019 Ram 1500, 4x4, short bed,...

We also have a 2019 Ram 1500, 4x4, short bed, with the hemi and 3.92 rear end ratio. We’ve pulled our 2006 25’ Safari nearly 40,000 miles. If payload isn’t an issue, it works well. Payload is always...
Forum: Wheels, Hubs & Bearings 01-06-2024, 11:30 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,803
Posted By SandKSmith
The large nut that holds the bearing/brake drum...

The large nut that holds the bearing/brake drum or rotor to the spindle? The castellated nut that has slots for a cotter pin? Wow! That's a big fine threaded nut that is easily put on by hand, and...
Forum: On The Road... 11-01-2023, 12:29 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,908
Posted By SandKSmith
To the OP: Your trip sounds aggressive. Maybe I’m...

To the OP: Your trip sounds aggressive. Maybe I’m getting off topic here, but planning is essential for a trip like this. We’ve planned a couple of 5 month road trips, the most recent hit 13 national...
Forum: Tires 09-13-2023, 07:46 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,033
Posted By SandKSmith
The pothole from He!! strikes again. I couldn't...

The pothole from He!! strikes again. I couldn't figure out why we had a right rear tire belt separation that came about, according to Goodyear dealer, from pothole (and I remember one in...
Forum: 2024 - Current Trade Wind 09-13-2023, 07:35 PM
Replies: 248
Views: 44,596
Posted By SandKSmith
After spending nearly 5 months on the road for...

After spending nearly 5 months on the road for each of the past two years, I can say, that with care, 39 gallons is enough water for a week or more for two people. We tend to stay in Forest Service...
Forum: Tires 08-20-2023, 05:47 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,033
Posted By SandKSmith
You’re right. Past experience says that’s true. ...

You’re right. Past experience says that’s true. I don’t know what my brain was thinking yesterday…I got the tire names mixed up. All 4 tires are ENDURANCE, including the one that failed, not...
Forum: Tires 08-19-2023, 07:23 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,033
Posted By SandKSmith
Thank you all for the suggestions. A closer...

Thank you all for the suggestions. A closer look, and feeling around (with gloved hands), I felt some waviness. Taking off the tire, it was clear that there was some belt separation. This was...
Forum: Winterizing, Storage, Carports & Covers 08-15-2023, 08:40 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,551
Posted By SandKSmith
We live there too. The bucket of water helps a...

We live there too. The bucket of water helps a lot. In the 2 summers before we retired and left for cooler places during the hot months, we suffered no damage. A covered apace is worth the money in...
Forum: Tires 08-15-2023, 04:58 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,033
Posted By SandKSmith
Odd tire wear

After spending a good part of the morning under our 25’ Safari (reinstalling a broken/repaired fresh water tank strap- again) I noted odd wear on the right rear tire. While both rear tires are...
Forum: Member Introductions 08-13-2023, 04:29 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,955
Posted By SandKSmith
Might try Vince’s Northbay Airstream Repair. He’s...

Might try Vince’s Northbay Airstream Repair. He’s not in Colorado, but he says he has an expert PDR guy.
Steve
Forum: On The Road... 08-13-2023, 04:11 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,199
Posted By SandKSmith
We used one of the 4 available spots in...

We used one of the 4 available spots in Clarksville, AR just last week. Easy to reserve, full hookups, excellent dedicated WIFI, $38.10 with Sr. Discount. It was a bit bright due to the lighting but...
Forum: Roof Vents, Skylights & Fans 08-02-2023, 07:13 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,123
Posted By SandKSmith
I installed the 4500K model a couple of months...

I installed the 4500K model a couple of months ago. The remote it great (my wife can’t reach) and the “air in” mode is great to cool off a heat soaked trailer when temps cool in the evening. 10...
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 06-07-2023, 03:27 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,408
Posted By SandKSmith
Same issues here. Love the Mopeka for Propane...

Same issues here. Love the Mopeka for Propane tanks. It would sure be nice to have that same level of accuracy on the other tanks.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 05-27-2023, 08:14 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 12,156
Posted By SandKSmith
Back to the OP’s question… We have a very early...

Back to the OP’s question…
We have a very early 5th gen (2019) Ram 1500. I think it was built in the summer of ‘18. We bought it in Jan 2019. Now with 84,000 miles on it, (27,000 of those towing our...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 05-11-2023, 10:13 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 513
Posted By SandKSmith
I’ve got the same issue, posted something similar...

I’ve got the same issue, posted something similar a year or more ago and got no response. Have you found a suitable replacement for the entire fixture? I didn’t want a whole bunch of new screw holes...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 05-06-2023, 08:14 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 747
Posted By SandKSmith
Probably rocking the boat here, but why Battle...

Probably rocking the boat here, but why Battle Born? My Lion Energy UT1300’s are 3 years old, lifetime warranty, group 24 size, less expensive, and I believe the new ones are Bluetooth enabled. They...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 05-06-2023, 07:44 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,262
Posted By SandKSmith
Following….

Following….
Forum: Member Introductions 04-16-2023, 08:43 AM
Replies: 142
Views: 19,005
Posted By SandKSmith
Take a look at the payload and rear end gear...

Take a look at the payload and rear end gear ratio on the Ram. Think about how you will use the Serenity. We tow a 25’ Safari, FBQ with a 2019 Ram Bighorn 4x4, short bed. No leather, no sunroof (and...
Forum: Plumbing - Systems & Fixtures 04-10-2023, 07:44 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,665
Posted By SandKSmith
The black water flush on our Safari has been...

The black water flush on our Safari has been clogged since before we owned it. We've lived without it but after watching Airstreams dump their black tanks with functional flush systems, I decided to...
Forum: On The Road... 04-02-2023, 11:23 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 848
Posted By SandKSmith
I’ll second that. Those are all great parks, and...

I’ll second that. Those are all great parks, and also can be hard to get into. Cave Creek Regional Park has a few dry camping overflow spots. Don’t know about the others.

If you’re looking to...
Forum: Member Introductions 04-02-2023, 11:03 PM
Replies: 142
Views: 19,005
Posted By SandKSmith
Welcome! Has she been in an Airstream? One of...

Welcome!
Has she been in an Airstream? One of the many things we love about the Airstream are the large windows and associated lighting. Some front Bedroom models have an awesome panoramic window...
Forum: 2005 - 2010 Safari 01-12-2023, 02:33 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 393
Posted By SandKSmith
Black tank flush nozzle access

Does anyone know how to access the black tank flush nozzle on an 06 Safari, 25 FBQ? I’ve searched the forum and had no luck. The flush hasn’t worked in the 3 years we’ve owned this Airstream and...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 12-23-2022, 08:35 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,298
Posted By SandKSmith
Hello, I’ve done the same, but with a Goal Zero...

Hello,
I’ve done the same, but with a Goal Zero 1400. It is great, and the technology is getting better all the time. Another source:Search for Ptech’s Yeti 1000 installation if your looking for...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 12-22-2022, 10:50 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,632
Posted By SandKSmith
I've got to disagree with you regarding the...

I've got to disagree with you regarding the X-Chocks. They have their place. We once stayed at a Harvest Host and we had to park on a parking that was 1" gravel. I needed a couple of leveling blocks...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 12-02-2022, 10:15 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 8,484
Posted By SandKSmith
All good questions. I did this same installation...

All good questions. I did this same installation a couple of years ago, and yes, I've inadvertently powered both my battery charger and refrigerator with my GZ 1400 as you suggest might happen. The...
Forum: Base Camp 11-24-2022, 09:11 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 12,361
Posted By SandKSmith
2005 & 06 floor rot

Not all the 05 & 06 Airstreams had rear floor sealing problems. Our 06 Safari was properly sealed and has no floor rot. The rear body / floor seal was intact and the floor like new when I checked it...
Forum: Our Community 11-04-2022, 08:50 AM
Replies: 8,050
Views: 1,967,643
Posted By SandKSmith
Bluetooth LP tank level sensor We Harvest...

Bluetooth LP tank level sensor

We Harvest Host parked at Panels Up Solar in Laurel, MS recently. Justin Ford ( owner) showed us a number of things but the Mopeka Pro Check sonar tank sensor fit...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 10-07-2022, 05:08 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 10,595
Posted By SandKSmith
Bob, Rather than disconnecting the entire battery...

Bob, Rather than disconnecting the entire battery bank with a disconnect switch to prevent charging in freezing weather, why not put a switch in the converter charge wire to inhibit the converter...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 10-05-2022, 09:32 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 10,595
Posted By SandKSmith
We’ve had two of these for a couple of years now....

We’ve had two of these for a couple of years now. Very happy with them. They’re outside in the battery box. Rain hasn’t been an issue. No experience with freezing temps. If We move to warmer places...
Forum: Windows & Screens 08-21-2022, 11:27 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,848
Posted By SandKSmith
I don’t know if the rock guard hinge has changed...

I don’t know if the rock guard hinge has changed over the years since my 2006 but For those who don’t know, don’t open the rock guard and rotate it around the hinge pin. The guard will dent the skin...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 05-31-2022, 08:52 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,008
Posted By SandKSmith
Something to think about: I did much the same....

Something to think about: I did much the same. Bought two Lion UT1300’s from Costco a couple of years ago. Two years now and I have no complaints. Looking recently at small DC-DC chargers as we’re...
Forum: Photography 05-28-2022, 06:21 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 7,006
Posted By SandKSmith
Arizona Airstream Club Roper Lake AZ rally:...

Arizona Airstream Club Roper Lake AZ rally: Sunrise over Roper Lake, Sunrise on Mt. Graham. Mount Graham doesn’t look like much but it tops out at over 10,700 ft, has a beautiful lake at 9500 ft, and...
Forum: Airstream Motorhome Forums 05-28-2022, 05:59 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,563
Posted By SandKSmith
Be careful of that particular glass company. They...

Be careful of that particular glass company. They have funny “rules”. They left me hanging with the windshield out of my 20 year old 540i BMW because of a 1/4” dia. area of surface rust on the...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 05-19-2022, 07:25 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 7,232
Posted By SandKSmith
Following.

Following.
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 04-12-2022, 02:02 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 897
Posted By SandKSmith
There are a lot of posts on cork flooring. I...

There are a lot of posts on cork flooring. I remember one where the fellow took out his original (fairly new) flooring and replaced it with cork….and he wrote back on the same thread 10 years later...
Forum: General Repair Forum 04-12-2022, 01:56 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 8,933
Posted By SandKSmith
I don’t know about installing a rivet now because...

I don’t know about installing a rivet now because it’s unlikely to end up In the right spot, but maybe….I’ve been out of the aerospace industry for over 20 years, but I seem to remember that a hole...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 03-16-2022, 10:27 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,938
Posted By SandKSmith
I had a similar problem a couple of years ago....

I had a similar problem a couple of years ago. Everything operated normally but the furnace outlet temp was just a bit above ambient. It turned out to be a speck of rust or dirt stuck in the burner. ...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 03-13-2022, 10:08 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 7,538
Posted By SandKSmith
An automatic transfer switch is used to select...

An automatic transfer switch is used to select power from two sources of power (the existing 30A plug and Ecoflow if your not going to use the external plug). I put one in for my Yeti and it great....
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 03-01-2022, 01:41 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 7,538
Posted By SandKSmith
One of the things I didn't mention in my earlier...

One of the things I didn't mention in my earlier post was that when you plug a backup battery to provide 110v power via your 30A plug, you'll find it charges your trailer battery too, just like shore...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 03-01-2022, 08:11 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 7,538
Posted By SandKSmith
Sometimes you have to look at the bigger picture....

Sometimes you have to look at the bigger picture. Provided the OP understands the limitations and doesn't seem to mind the investment it might be just fine. I doubt I could lift it out of the...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 02-28-2022, 12:37 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 7,538
Posted By SandKSmith
I’ve done something to that, but with a Goal Zero...

I’ve done something to that, but with a Goal Zero Yeti 1400 that I got a good price on a couple of years ago. I integrated it into my Safari with rooftop solar for charging and a transfer switch so...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 01-26-2022, 10:53 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,488
Posted By SandKSmith
I've got a couple of these World Friendship...

I've got a couple of these World Friendship 1WF0404002 lamps where the switch has failed. Has anyone found a replacement where the screw holes match? I'd like to reuse the screw holes rather than...
Forum: On The Road... 01-17-2022, 01:07 PM
Replies: 2,892
Views: 710,194
Posted By SandKSmith
Can't be too careful

First day of Omicron isolation....Don't know how I got it. Glad I'm fully vax'd and boosted. Symptoms are mild. The Airstream keeps it comfortable. Our back yard from the Airstream.
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 01-14-2022, 08:43 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 17,437
Posted By SandKSmith
We installed the 3" lift kit on our 25' Safari a...

We installed the 3" lift kit on our 25' Safari a couple of years ago. I highly recommend it too. We'd occasionally drag the tail end and back roads are less of a worry. There has been no change in...
Forum: Boondocking 12-19-2021, 06:47 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 19,953
Posted By SandKSmith
Lion Energy UT1300 2x105AH Progressive...

Lion Energy UT1300
2x105AH
Progressive Dynamics PD4655VL, 55amps

Other:
400 W solar on the roof
Victron 100/50 MPPT controller
100 W portable, rarely used
Yeti 1400 for a/c power
Forum: On The Road... 10-24-2021, 06:37 PM
Replies: 2,892
Views: 710,194
Posted By SandKSmith
Lost Dutchman State Park, Arizona

Lost Dutchman State Park, Arizona
Forum: General Repair Forum 10-09-2021, 12:08 AM
Replies: 353
Views: 91,521
Posted By SandKSmith
Reading all this tonight brought me back 40+...

Reading all this tonight brought me back 40+ years to engineering school….and the first structures class. I think what’s happening here is that the steel frame doesn’t have what’s called an...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 09-21-2021, 08:14 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 7,500
Posted By SandKSmith
Our Ram is a 2019, Big Horn crew cab, 4x4 with a...

Our Ram is a 2019, Big Horn crew cab, 4x4 with a short box, 3.92 gears, tow package, and the 5.7L Hemi w/o the E Torque. The level 2 packages gets the important stuff, LED Headlights, blind spot...
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