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Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 01-10-2024, 09:08 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,972
Posted By Bigboote
I had that problem once only to find out the cap...

I had that problem once only to find out the cap on the small inline filter on the inlet side of the pump was not sealing properly. Lucky I had a spare
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 01-10-2024, 09:06 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,972
Posted By Bigboote
Angry Been there done that. Fool me once……….never make...

Been there done that. Fool me once……….never make the same mistake twice and all that stuff
Forum: Base Camp 01-06-2024, 09:36 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 7,115
Posted By Bigboote
Here is an excellent resource for you complete...

Here is an excellent resource for you complete with a calculation spread sheet to help you decide.
https://www.keepyourdaydream.com/payload/
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 12-28-2023, 02:07 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 12,976
Posted By Bigboote
Are there other Advantages?

Does the installation of a Multiplus II eliminate the need for the purchase of a surge protector as well?
Forum: Tow Vehicles 07-03-2023, 07:22 AM
Replies: 100
Views: 22,372
Posted By Bigboote
I live in the Canadian Rockies just outside of...

I live in the Canadian Rockies just outside of Banff. Your present truck will be fine here. We don’t have the big climbing passes that you see in Colorado and other parts. I have a Silverado with a 3...
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 06-18-2023, 02:57 PM
Replies: 2,213
Views: 549,417
Posted By Bigboote
New Counter Tops and Sink

Made a few changes to my 2010 23FB.
New countertops in Kitchen and bathroom. Found some retro laminate from Wilson Art. Since I had the kitchen countertop out, I decided to use the old one as a...
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 06-18-2023, 02:47 PM
Replies: 2,213
Views: 549,417
Posted By Bigboote
I have just replaced my kitchen countertop and...

I have just replaced my kitchen countertop and changed the sink design. If you want help taking out the old top, get back to me. I will post with change with photos soon.
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 03-05-2023, 03:22 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,168
Posted By Bigboote
hi. Did you ever get the name of the supplier?

hi. Did you ever get the name of the supplier?
Forum: Tow Vehicles 01-25-2023, 09:56 AM
Replies: 100
Views: 22,372
Posted By Bigboote
I have the 3.0L in my Silverado with 6.5 ft box....

I have the 3.0L in my Silverado with 6.5 ft box. This is the best engine I have ever had in a vehicle. I did test the Tahoe with the 3.0L in it but my main reason for sticking with the 1/2 ton was...
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 11-13-2022, 11:13 AM
Replies: 2,213
Views: 549,417
Posted By Bigboote
Thanks for the input everyone. I appreciate the...

Thanks for the input everyone. I appreciate the help. This will be my winter project.
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 11-07-2022, 02:39 PM
Replies: 2,213
Views: 549,417
Posted By Bigboote
Lithium Conversion

I have a 2010 FC 23FB and managed to cook through my 6V batteries last year. I decided to get 1 100 ah lithium and it has been working fine. I had replaced the converter with a new Progressive...
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 05-06-2022, 12:20 PM
Replies: 2,213
Views: 549,417
Posted By Bigboote
Countertop Removal

I am planning on removing the counter top on my 2010 23FB. The old laminate is peeling in several places. I have a double sink in this unit was am planning to switch to a single that is bigger than...
Forum: Brakes & Brake Controllers 08-03-2021, 09:30 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,466
Posted By Bigboote
Update on Brakes

I wanted to thank everyone for their input on this issue. All of your comments have been valuable.

Just to refresh.. I took my 23fb into the local shop to have the bearings repacked ( I would...
Forum: Brakes & Brake Controllers 07-19-2021, 05:49 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,466
Posted By Bigboote
Thank you all for your input. Still trying to...

Thank you all for your input. Still trying to figure this out. I have replaced the ground screw to see if that was the problem. No change. Also I engaged the breakaway switch and I get the tires to...
Forum: Brakes & Brake Controllers 07-17-2021, 07:22 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,466
Posted By Bigboote
I am having the same problem

I noticed that the brakes were very soft on my last trip. I figured I would get the bearings repacked and the brakes adjusted. When I picked up my 2010 23fb I had no brakes. The shop said it may be...
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 07-09-2021, 04:55 AM
Replies: 2,213
Views: 549,417
Posted By Bigboote
Thanks Fair Enough. I did look at this but it...

Thanks Fair Enough. I did look at this but it seems this fix is for the Penguin II model. I have a Penguin I. I have considered up grading to a newer unit as there are a few advantages like soft...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 07-06-2021, 12:11 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,138
Posted By Bigboote
Crack in AC drip pan

A while back, when running the AC a lot, I noticed a water spot on the floor. Living in the Rocky Mountains in Canada we don't get to run our AC much.
I have been busy stripping out the old...
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 07-05-2021, 11:37 PM
Replies: 2,213
Views: 549,417
Posted By Bigboote
2010 AC issue

A while back, when running the AC a lot, I noticed a water spot on the floor. Living in the Rocky Mountains in Canada we don't get to run our AC much.
I have been busy stripping out the old...
Forum: On The Road... 06-22-2021, 09:59 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 8,649
Posted By Bigboote
I have used both and much prefer the Aeropress. ...

I have used both and much prefer the Aeropress.
The Aeropress makes a far better cup of coffee, allows the acidity that you get with a french press but without the "mud"in your cup. Clean up is much...
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 05-05-2021, 11:22 PM
Replies: 2,213
Views: 549,417
Posted By Bigboote
Hi Dennis. I just loosened the screws a bit on...

Hi Dennis.
I just loosened the screws a bit on the bottom track and slipped in a bit of cardboard to tighten them up. Haven’t been a problem since.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 04-25-2021, 11:59 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,899
Posted By Bigboote
Piggy Bank makes a really good point. I was...

Piggy Bank makes a really good point.

I was all excited about GM's new inline 6 3.0 Diesel. The other day I had a quick walk around at the local GM dealer and managed to get an idea of towing...
Forum: Tires 04-24-2021, 09:51 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 6,906
Posted By Bigboote
Hello. I have a 2010 FC 23FB. When I purchased...

Hello. I have a 2010 FC 23FB. When I purchased the tires were in ok shape but I decided to replace them. It looks like most people on here are recommending you do the same. I decided to take the...
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 04-22-2021, 06:18 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 700
Posted By Bigboote
Airstream Rub Rail Trim In Cananda

I have a 2010 Flying Cloud 23FB over time the chrome strip has peeled and faded. Looking south of the border I did see a few suppliers including Vintage Trailer Supply and many others. Unfortunately...
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 04-06-2021, 02:43 PM
Replies: 2,213
Views: 549,417
Posted By Bigboote
Curtain G Glides

I am having some new curtains made for my 2010 23fb. It is aways away in storage and I wanted to get an idea of how many G Glide with elastic strap pieces to order. I could take the old ones off but...
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 04-03-2021, 01:58 PM
Replies: 2,213
Views: 549,417
Posted By Bigboote
Hi Dennis.. those little rubber grommets that...

Hi Dennis.. those little rubber grommets that hold the grate off the stove top are notorious for wearing out or popping through the top into the oven cavity. I keep some spare ones around all the...
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 03-30-2021, 03:50 PM
Replies: 2,213
Views: 549,417
Posted By Bigboote
Converting to 6V

Hello
With my 12v Interstate Batteries in bad shape, I decided to replace them. Since I was going to spend some $, I also decided to upgrade to 6v batteries. This necessitated an increase in the...
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 07-18-2020, 08:16 AM
Replies: 2,213
Views: 549,417
Posted By Bigboote
I changed over with exactly the same set up and...

I changed over with exactly the same set up and there were no issues.
Forum: General Repair Forum 04-09-2020, 05:53 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 34,423
Posted By Bigboote
Lift Kit on 2010 23FB

Hello all. I do love to boondock so I decided to put a lift kit on my 2010 23FB. As I live in Canada I had checked with the local dealer to find out where they sent their work out to last July when I...
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 03-19-2020, 12:18 PM
Replies: 2,213
Views: 549,417
Posted By Bigboote
Fridge Fan and Upgrades

Good Morning from Double Secret Probation

Well since we are all but locked inside here in Canada, I thought I would let in on a few little projects that I have done or am doing on my 23FB

The...
Forum: Airstream Classifieds 02-24-2020, 02:57 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 574
Posted By Bigboote
Airstream Curtains

Hello... are you still making curtains for Airstreams?
henningvictor@gmail.com
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 01-22-2020, 11:34 AM
Replies: 2,213
Views: 549,417
Posted By Bigboote
Gettinaway this is the line that feeds the...

Gettinaway this is the line that feeds the sprayer that you can use to the black water tank. The problem presented its self when I tried to use a water flush at a sanitation. I noticed that there was...
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 01-21-2020, 04:54 PM
Replies: 2,213
Views: 549,417
Posted By Bigboote
Update on Replacing Anti-Siphon Valve

Well, it took some wrangling but I finally got the anti-siphon valve changed out. As you know the existing valve was a plastic one. It broke off at the outlet side of the valve. It was very difficult...
Forum: Airstream Registry Discussions 01-21-2020, 04:17 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 3,452
Posted By Bigboote
Angelina :: 2010 Airstream Flying Cloud

Angelina :: 2010 Airstream Flying Cloud (2020-01-21 23:17:53)
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 01-14-2020, 11:03 PM
Replies: 2,213
Views: 549,417
Posted By Bigboote
Thank you Peter. I picked up this 2010 23fb in...

Thank you Peter. I picked up this 2010 23fb in Albuquerque last June. I’ve al ready changed the tires to 15” and have installed a new water pump. I’ll post a few photos once I go back to the storage...
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 01-08-2020, 06:43 PM
Replies: 2,213
Views: 549,417
Posted By Bigboote
Accessing Anti-Siphon Valve 23FB

I'm looking for some advice. The Blackwater tank anti-siphon check valve has snapped at one of the connections. I have managed to remove it as well as the broken piece. In order to install the new...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 01-05-2020, 09:56 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 733
Posted By Bigboote
Accessing Black Water Check Valve 2010 Flying Cloud 23 FB

I'm looking for some advice. The Blackwater tank anti-siphon check valve has snapped at one of the connections. I have managed to remove it as well as the broken piece. In order to install the new...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 03-11-2019, 06:34 PM
Replies: 405
Views: 113,088
Posted By Bigboote
2004 22" International CCD

So am I to assume that the issue with the weak frames was cleared up by 2004?
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