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Forum: 2024 - Current Trade Wind 04-09-2024, 12:43 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,467
Posted By Sophiehaus
Since your payload sticker on the driver side...

Since your payload sticker on the driver side door says 1750#, either you have some increased payload package or Ford increased the standard F150 payload since I bought my 2015 F150 Lariat Ultimate....
Forum: 2024 - Current Trade Wind 03-27-2024, 01:22 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,467
Posted By Sophiehaus
I had a 2015 Lariat F150 and its payload was 1170...

I had a 2015 Lariat F150 and its payload was 1170 pounds. I think you are quoting max payload out of the manual which is more reasonable for a two wheel drive base F150 single cab. My 2019 F250 only...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 11-15-2023, 11:26 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,902
Posted By Sophiehaus
Your truck will tow it but your safety margin is...

Your truck will tow it but your safety margin is reduced because you will be approaching or exceeding max payload. Also your truck will weigh less than your trailer which is like the tail wagging the...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 11-15-2023, 11:21 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,028
Posted By Sophiehaus
I would think about a Champion duel fuel. I luv...

I would think about a Champion duel fuel. I luv mine and it has been very reliable. I sold my Westinghouse 2500 generator when I bought a larger 25’ FC. I think the Champion is better quality.
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 11-15-2023, 11:18 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,028
Posted By Sophiehaus
If your a/c is 11,000 btu or less you can get by...

If your a/c is 11,000 btu or less you can get by with a 2500 watt generator. I used a 2500 watt Westinghouse generator with my 2017 22 foot Bambi and it ran the generator well.
Forum: Airstream Classifieds 11-05-2023, 01:43 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 320
Posted By Sophiehaus
Is this still available?

Is this still available?
Forum: Tow Vehicles 07-29-2023, 09:42 AM
Replies: 314
Views: 43,859
Posted By Sophiehaus
Climate change (anthropogenic global warming) is...

Climate change (anthropogenic global warming) is the new religion of the left. I’ve got nothing against EV technology. I just don’t agree with the government shoving it down my throat and I don’t...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 07-29-2023, 09:31 AM
Replies: 314
Views: 43,859
Posted By Sophiehaus
I cite energy industry experts, which is sound...

I cite energy industry experts, which is sound scientific principle. I avoid government agencies and media that are pushing EV technology as part of the climate change agenda.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 07-29-2023, 09:27 AM
Replies: 314
Views: 43,859
Posted By Sophiehaus
Everyone knows electric vehicles are much less...

Everyone knows electric vehicles are much less efficient towing Airstreams compared to gas or diesel powered vehicles. Your conversation is delusional and you resent dissenting opinions that point...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 07-29-2023, 09:23 AM
Replies: 314
Views: 43,859
Posted By Sophiehaus
I cited sources that are experts in energy, not...

I cited sources that are experts in energy, not media reports pushing an agenda.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 07-28-2023, 07:10 AM
Replies: 314
Views: 43,859
Posted By Sophiehaus
My talking points aren’t misleading. You...

My talking points aren’t misleading. You criticize without substantiating your claims. My comments are on topic. When buying any vehicle I consider longevity and costs. You need to quit being rude. ...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 07-27-2023, 08:19 AM
Replies: 314
Views: 43,859
Posted By Sophiehaus
Personally I would never buy a EV. The...

Personally I would never buy a EV. The environmental impact is 10 times greater to make an EV vrs. a conventional vehicle. Most of the parts are sourced from third world countries where environmental...
Forum: Roof Vents, Skylights & Fans 07-16-2023, 08:59 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,576
Posted By Sophiehaus
What y Zephyr Travels YouTube video on Maxim...

What y Zephyr Travels YouTube video on Maxim skylight installation on Airstream. Don’t forget to remove the plastic protection before it sticks to the plexiglass.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 06-07-2023, 09:19 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 6,313
Posted By Sophiehaus
I’ve previously owned a 22 foot Bambi. Please go...

I’ve previously owned a 22 foot Bambi. Please go with the 23 foot trailer with the double axles, you will never regret it. The F150 2.7 should be fine with either size trailer.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 05-31-2023, 10:23 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,247
Posted By Sophiehaus
Everyone gets lucky once in awhile. Lol

Everyone gets lucky once in awhile. Lol
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 05-25-2023, 08:30 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,626
Posted By Sophiehaus
I actually got that information from a solar site...

I actually got that information from a solar site online. I agree with your more complex analysis, but the 1:1 ratio has worked flawless for me and I boondock a lot. I seldom use my inverter though...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 05-24-2023, 02:18 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,626
Posted By Sophiehaus
I’ve read that your solar panel wattage should be...

I’ve read that your solar panel wattage should be close to your battery ah capacity. My 2018 FC came with 160 watts of Zamp solar panels and I have two 75 ah Battle Born lithium batteries. I have...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 05-14-2023, 01:17 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,481
Posted By Sophiehaus
I thought WFCO replaced the 9855LIS with the...

I thought WFCO replaced the 9855LIS with the 9855AD. If so the LIS version could be discontinued and hard to find.
Forum: Our Community 05-10-2023, 09:08 AM
Replies: 8,050
Views: 1,967,453
Posted By Sophiehaus
I replaced my 2018 Atwood rv jack with a new...

I replaced my 2018 Atwood rv jack with a new Barker Super Jack 3500. I luv it so far.
Forum: Member Introductions 04-30-2023, 01:31 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,291
Posted By Sophiehaus
Sounds like your dealer is trying to make a few...

Sounds like your dealer is trying to make a few thousand dollars more profit when pushing the extra batteries and larger inverter to run a/c at night. You are better off financially with a generator...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 04-23-2023, 10:51 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,181
Posted By Sophiehaus
Mold!

Mold!
Forum: Boondocking 04-03-2023, 08:56 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,962
Posted By Sophiehaus
I totally agree. Airstream needs an off-road or...

I totally agree. Airstream needs an off-road or boondocking trim level. I would like to see a boondocking addition that includes a three way refrigerator (electric, battery, gas) a two way 6 gallon...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 03-31-2023, 07:48 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,928
Posted By Sophiehaus
I replaced mine with the full time lithium...

I replaced mine with the full time lithium WF-8950L2-MBA. It does not have a detector switch for lithium and lead acid. I will never go back to lead acid. I kept the existing 12 volt board and the...
Forum: On The Road... 12-18-2022, 10:00 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 5,824
Posted By Sophiehaus
We store our Zamp suitcase in the padded case it...

We store our Zamp suitcase in the padded case it came with on the narrow side of our walk around queen bed. We have a 25’ rear bedroom queen.
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 11-30-2022, 11:43 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 10,356
Posted By Sophiehaus
I just upgraded my 2018 25 FB FC with two Battle...

I just upgraded my 2018 25 FB FC with two Battle Born 75 ah batteries. This essentially doubles my useable amp hours. I also needed to upgrade my factory installed WFCO converter to a lithium WFCO...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 11-20-2022, 09:45 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,839
Posted By Sophiehaus
Assuming your batteries are lead acid/agm, if you...

Assuming your batteries are lead acid/agm, if you are able to plug in your Basecamp and keep the batteries charged, you should be able to leave them hooked up all winter, similar to a vehicle. If not...
Forum: On The Road... 11-18-2022, 07:46 AM
Replies: 104
Views: 10,414
Posted By Sophiehaus
I’m a retired scientist with extensive training...

I’m a retired scientist with extensive training and experience in computer modeling and I believe in science. I spent my career in both the public and private sector. While working for the USDOI, I...
Forum: On The Road... 11-15-2022, 10:29 AM
Replies: 104
Views: 10,414
Posted By Sophiehaus
I’m retired and it hurts us also. We camp closer...

I’m retired and it hurts us also. We camp closer to home and cut our consumer spending on other items, like supporting our local restaurants.
Forum: On The Road... 11-15-2022, 10:24 AM
Replies: 104
Views: 10,414
Posted By Sophiehaus
It is still difficult to find camping spots in...

It is still difficult to find camping spots in Arizona this winter as well. People are going to keep snow birding, and cut consumer spending somewhere else. The rest of the year we camp closer to...
Forum: On The Road... 11-15-2022, 10:17 AM
Replies: 104
Views: 10,414
Posted By Sophiehaus
Scores of small towns and over 10,000 pipe...

Scores of small towns and over 10,000 pipe fitter’s lost their jobs when the Keystone pipeline was canceled in mid construction. Some may have been Airstream owners. Many small businesses went under...
Forum: On The Road... 11-14-2022, 08:12 AM
Replies: 104
Views: 10,414
Posted By Sophiehaus
True, but the policy in 2020 was to have the US...

True, but the policy in 2020 was to have the US producing 13 million bpd by now. The current policy is to eliminate the fossil fuel industry and is the reason we only produce 11 million bpd. If one...
Forum: On The Road... 11-14-2022, 08:06 AM
Replies: 104
Views: 10,414
Posted By Sophiehaus
In today’s world anyone can find an article that...

In today’s world anyone can find an article that supports their point of view. This president and his energy secretary have stated, on record, that they want to eliminate the fossil fuel industry in...
Forum: On The Road... 11-14-2022, 08:00 AM
Replies: 104
Views: 10,414
Posted By Sophiehaus
All you need to do is listen to the words of your...

All you need to do is listen to the words of your president and the energy Secretary. These people want to end fossil fuels by 2035, in some accounts, and keep stating this in public. Oil and gas...
Forum: Our Community 11-13-2022, 01:12 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 9,123
Posted By Sophiehaus
Your tanks will be fine if you run the furnace....

Your tanks will be fine if you run the furnace. If you are using shore power I recommend some Valteria (?) heat tap for your exposed dump pipes and dump valves. You should be able to find the heat...
Forum: On The Road... 11-13-2022, 10:39 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,588
Posted By Sophiehaus
I just installed a Maxim skylight. Awesome...

I just installed a Maxim skylight. Awesome product. Price delivered was $365.
Forum: On The Road... 11-13-2022, 10:33 AM
Replies: 104
Views: 10,414
Posted By Sophiehaus
Diesel in Colorado was cheaper than regular gas...

Diesel in Colorado was cheaper than regular gas just two short years ago. I was paying a $1.88/gallon in August 2020.
Forum: On The Road... 11-13-2022, 10:27 AM
Replies: 104
Views: 10,414
Posted By Sophiehaus
Declaring war on fossil fuels doesn’t help....

Declaring war on fossil fuels doesn’t help. Shutting down and denying numerous pipelines, discouraging banks from loaning and investing in exploration, onerous regulations on new and existing...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 11-06-2022, 09:22 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,352
Posted By Sophiehaus
You don’t need a D/C - D/C charger unless you...

You don’t need a D/C - D/C charger unless you have a larger battery bank, i.e. 3 or more 100 ah lithium batteries. This is per Battle Born batteries and a video is available on YouTube.
Forum: Roof Vents, Skylights & Fans 10-23-2022, 05:36 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 883
Posted By Sophiehaus
Thanks. I can sleep well tonight. It supposed to...

Thanks. I can sleep well tonight. It supposed to drop to 29 degrees.
Forum: Roof Vents, Skylights & Fans 10-23-2022, 05:35 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 883
Posted By Sophiehaus
Thanks for the reply.

Thanks for the reply.
Forum: Roof Vents, Skylights & Fans 10-23-2022, 11:46 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 883
Posted By Sophiehaus
Maxim skylight

I just installed a new Maxim Skylight. I luv it so far because of it’s build quality. We are currently experiencing rain and I noticed a build up of water on the edges. I have no leaks, just want to...
Forum: Our Community 10-21-2022, 05:45 PM
Replies: 8,050
Views: 1,967,453
Posted By Sophiehaus
New Maxim skylight and a new awning led light...

New Maxim skylight and a new awning led light string.
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 10-11-2022, 08:18 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 10,357
Posted By Sophiehaus
I have a 2018 FC 25. I installed a new Lithium...

I have a 2018 FC 25. I installed a new Lithium WFCO converter, a new Atkinson lithium solar charger and two new Battle Born lithium batteries in the existing battery box. Everything was a direct...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 10-09-2022, 01:04 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 10,580
Posted By Sophiehaus
I wouldn’t buy a lithium battery without a BMS...

I wouldn’t buy a lithium battery without a BMS for both extreme cold and heat.
Forum: Boondocking 10-08-2022, 08:03 AM
Replies: 125
Views: 22,748
Posted By Sophiehaus
If you have solar panels to recharge in the day,...

If you have solar panels to recharge in the day, and you have sunny days you should be okay. We also use a generator for backup.
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 10-02-2022, 06:39 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 10,357
Posted By Sophiehaus
Zamp solar panels are made in the USA (Bend,...

Zamp solar panels are made in the USA (Bend, Oregon). Battle Born batteries are made in the USA (Reno, Nevada). Both are top quality, but competitive in price with Chinese brands. I use a Aitchison...
Forum: Boondocking 09-28-2022, 08:08 PM
Replies: 125
Views: 22,748
Posted By Sophiehaus
Your roof top solar will charge your batteries as...

Your roof top solar will charge your batteries as you drive down the road. I have a F250 turbo diesel, without a DC to DC charger and 160 watts roof top solar. Every time I arrive at my campsite my...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 09-28-2022, 07:33 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 8,752
Posted By Sophiehaus
I have 160 watts of roof top solar and a 120 watt...

I have 160 watts of roof top solar and a 120 watt Zamp solar suitcase. I use both together and often, to charge my two Battle Born lithium batteries. The more the better. I also have a 4500 watt...
Forum: Boondocking 09-11-2022, 02:09 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 5,797
Posted By Sophiehaus
Many of the Pueblo dwellers abandoned their homes...

Many of the Pueblo dwellers abandoned their homes around 1200 AD, give or take a couple hundred years. Same happened with the Vikings abandoning Greenland. The Medieval Warm Period was coming to an...
Forum: Boondocking 09-11-2022, 01:59 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 5,797
Posted By Sophiehaus
Exactly!

Exactly!
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