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Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 03-05-2024, 10:05 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 4,568
Posted By Larry1492
Escapes are not forever either. They suffer from...

Escapes are not forever either. They suffer from many of the same problems airstream suffer from. The UV eventually ruins the finish, they have roof penetrations that can leak if not maintained...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 01-03-2024, 09:25 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,269
Posted By Larry1492
Heating and Cooling Issue

In June I upgraded from a 2019 23fb to a 2023 25fb. The 23fb was very comfortable and always heated and cooled well. The hvac in the 25fb has always behaved strangely. At times the thermostat read...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 12-24-2023, 09:41 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,519
Posted By Larry1492
Owned trucks of that vintage, sounds like the...

Owned trucks of that vintage, sounds like the rear breaks are out of adjustment. That are self adjusting but the adjuster do corrode and eventually stop working. It everything is adjusted...
Forum: Audio, Video & TV 11-03-2023, 09:04 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,501
Posted By Larry1492
I use a usb c to hdmi adapter to watch my iPad or...

I use a usb c to hdmi adapter to watch my iPad or iPhone on the televisions.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 10-23-2023, 10:54 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,439
Posted By Larry1492
I have a 2020 2500 Chevy with the Duramax and...

I have a 2020 2500 Chevy with the Duramax and have never had this problem.
Forum: Refrigerators 09-26-2023, 01:22 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,595
Posted By Larry1492
12 Volt Refrigerators have been the norm in boats...

12 Volt Refrigerators have been the norm in boats for years. Have had good luck with local refrigeration shop sealing leaks and recharging 12 volt refrigerators. Also the wholesale on that unit...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 08-03-2023, 09:22 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 5,290
Posted By Larry1492
Never heard negative comments about colonial...

Never heard negative comments about colonial until recently and in the last couple years a lot of them. They are not what they were. They are trying to squeeze every last penny out of you after you...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 07-17-2023, 09:24 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,703
Posted By Larry1492
I never plug in without the autoformer. Not only...

I never plug in without the autoformer. Not only does it boost voltage, it’s saved me from damaged from incorrectly wired or failed pedestals.
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 07-15-2023, 10:10 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,228
Posted By Larry1492
If you are looking for equalization the Anderson...

If you are looking for equalization the Anderson does not do a very good job and after a few uses it’s a very noisy hitch. I own one, I did not like it. I get it lifting the hitch is a problem but...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 07-12-2023, 10:11 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,221
Posted By Larry1492
Loctite is your friend.

Loctite is your friend.
Forum: Roof 07-12-2023, 10:03 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,266
Posted By Larry1492
Hit the hardware store and get some duck seal. ...

Hit the hardware store and get some duck seal. It’s a putty made of linseed oil. It non toxic, never hardens and lasts for years. I always keep a block of it around for temporary or emergency...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 07-06-2023, 09:10 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,211
Posted By Larry1492
In theory they might both run but pulling that...

In theory they might both run but pulling that much power down a 30 amp cord continuously you risk melting a plug/socket or cord. You would be risking having no air conditioning.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 06-26-2023, 09:31 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 5,293
Posted By Larry1492
I had an Anderson hitch, it was noisy and did...

I had an Anderson hitch, it was noisy and did not equalize very well so I upgraded to a Curt True track which worked very well. The Curt did not fit the latest tow vehicle so I upgraded to a...
Forum: Airstream Classifieds 06-17-2023, 10:16 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,746
Posted By Larry1492
Where is the Florida location?

Where is the Florida location?
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 06-09-2023, 12:32 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,660
Posted By Larry1492
I running the Wfco , the auto detect one that...

I running the Wfco , the auto detect one that everyone hates and honestly no problems. I also have a brand new Progressive Dynamics unit waiting to go in but the installation looks like it’s going...
Forum: Refrigerators 06-09-2023, 07:00 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 7,739
Posted By Larry1492
Had gas refrigerators in three different rigs...

Had gas refrigerators in three different rigs over ten years and 12 volt refrigerators in boats for about twenty years. My Airstream has been sitting in the driveway unplugged for a week with the...
Forum: Refrigerators 06-09-2023, 06:35 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 7,739
Posted By Larry1492
If you have personal experience with a propane...

If you have personal experience with a propane refrigerator you are not missing anything. They cool very slowly, don’t work well in warm weather, tend to be humid inside (vegetables don’t last that...
Forum: Refrigerators 06-08-2023, 08:17 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 7,739
Posted By Larry1492
I have the same rig and refrigerator. I did...

I have the same rig and refrigerator. I did swap out the agm batteries for lithium. That said the 300 watt factory solar makes enough power to recharge the batteries every day. I have not had to...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 06-07-2023, 07:12 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,854
Posted By Larry1492
Looking at a Flying Cloud and have some ?s

Had a 2019 23fbq and upgraded to a 2023 25fbq. More space was definitely the driving factor and I am liking the changes.

1. Rear hatch is awesome.

2. Composite floor, all travel trailers...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 06-07-2023, 10:23 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,574
Posted By Larry1492
2 x 100 seems to be working for me but when fall...

2 x 100 seems to be working for me but when fall comes, shorter days plus heat I may add a couple more.
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 06-06-2023, 07:40 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,574
Posted By Larry1492
Yes I do have inverter.

Yes I do have inverter.
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 06-06-2023, 07:39 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,574
Posted By Larry1492
432839 Epoch S12100B was he most battery for...

432839

Epoch S12100B was he most battery for the dollar and the highest capacity that would fit in box, I did rotate them 90 degrees from original Agm’s. Also needed battery’s with heating...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 06-06-2023, 05:51 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,574
Posted By Larry1492
Flying Cloud 25fbq

Flying Cloud 25fbq
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 06-05-2023, 05:55 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,574
Posted By Larry1492
I did not want to give up the storage under the...

I did not want to give up the storage under the bed( yes we always bring to much stuff) so I used the self heating battery’s and located them in the battery box. My tow vehicle supports 30 amps to...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 06-05-2023, 01:05 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,574
Posted By Larry1492
The fridge is the Norcold N8dc and the daytime...

The fridge is the Norcold N8dc and the daytime temps in the eighty’s and nights in the sixties.
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 06-05-2023, 11:46 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,574
Posted By Larry1492
Charged batteries to 100% Friday and shut down...

Charged batteries to 100% Friday and shut down charger converter. After two overcast days the batteries were down to 50% this morning. The sun is out and the solar charging has them back to 100%. ...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 06-04-2023, 09:50 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,550
Posted By Larry1492
Thank you!

Thank you!
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 06-02-2023, 08:13 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,574
Posted By Larry1492
200ah lithium batteries installed, they fit in...

200ah lithium batteries installed, they fit in box. Dc to dc charger installed, solar configured and charger converter indicating it sees lithium. Batteries show 100% after charging overnight. On...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 05-30-2023, 06:26 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,574
Posted By Larry1492
I will look into progressive dynamics. Look as...

I will look into progressive dynamics. Look as the dc to dc chargers, I’m thinking 20 amps is sufficient and I don’t know if the wiring on the truck will supply much more than that.
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 05-29-2023, 11:00 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,574
Posted By Larry1492
Changing from AGM to Lithium batteries

I have a 2023 flying cloud that came with AGM batteries and I considering changing to lithium. The charger auto detects battery type. I need to change switch settings on solar control and I buying...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 05-26-2023, 04:47 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,550
Posted By Larry1492
Victron solar controller location.

Looking to change out batteries from AGM To lithium on a 2023 Flying Cloud 25 FBQ and I need to change the settings on the Victron Controller. Anyone know where it is located?
Forum: Insurance & Claims 05-24-2023, 09:51 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 13,611
Posted By Larry1492
I had panels replaced due to defective clear...

I had panels replaced due to defective clear coat. I brought it back to airstream so the new panels were buck riveted in. I’m not sure what the difference in strength is between buck and Olympic...
Forum: Stella's Kitchen 05-13-2023, 09:10 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 8,556
Posted By Larry1492
Ninty five percent of the time I go for the full...

Ninty five percent of the time I go for the full hookup sites so I use electric induction one burner outside and also have a cheap single burner butane for when no power is available. The nice thing...
Forum: Refrigerators 05-04-2023, 07:50 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,271
Posted By Larry1492
Thanks for the reply. I boon dock a couple long...

Thanks for the reply. I boon dock a couple long weekends a year, other than that it’s full hookup sites. Sounds like it’s included Agm’s might work for what I need. If the don’t I can upgrade to...
Forum: Refrigerators 05-02-2023, 11:35 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,271
Posted By Larry1492
Electric Refrigerator and Batteries

Getting ready to pull the trigger on a 2023 Flying Cloud and I’m looking for some advice. What kind of batteries and size is everyone using and how long can you run the newer electric only...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 01-19-2023, 12:07 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,733
Posted By Larry1492
Why would you every take a chance on not...

Why would you every take a chance on not winterizing? takes me 20 minutes and fifteen dollars in antifreeze. Even in heated storage I would winterize, storms happen, power goes out, propane runs...
Forum: Tires 01-03-2023, 12:49 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 13,304
Posted By Larry1492
Slime is a band-Aid/Cobb job. Take it to a shop...

Slime is a band-Aid/Cobb job. Take it to a shop and have it fixed properly or replaced.

If it fails on the highway how much damage is it going to do?
Forum: Buyer Guidelines 12-02-2022, 10:25 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 10,127
Posted By Larry1492
In 2019 I financed at 5%. I could have sold...

In 2019 I financed at 5%. I could have sold property or investments but all of those things have an average rate of return higher than 5% so it was cheaper to finance. Also for those who have...
Forum: Winterizing, Storage, Carports & Covers 09-27-2022, 12:47 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 8,189
Posted By Larry1492
I blow down the lines, bypass the water heater...

I blow down the lines, bypass the water heater and disconnect the suction from the water pump and pump antifreeze through everything. Then I antifreeze the traps. Probably overkill but along with...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 09-07-2022, 03:29 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,860
Posted By Larry1492
I just changed the converter on my 23fb. It’s...

I just changed the converter on my 23fb. It’s under the fridge in the ac/dc distribution panel. Two screws to remove
Front cover
And you are in. FYI when you are done make sure the store switch...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 08-14-2022, 06:30 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 498
Posted By Larry1492
Store switch not working

Had the charger/converter fail in my 2019 23fb. I replaced it with the same unit and today I noticed the store switch is not shutting down 12 volts. Ac power was not connected when I noticed the...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 08-01-2022, 08:40 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 613
Posted By Larry1492
Thanks Bob!

Thanks Bob!
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 08-01-2022, 08:39 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 613
Posted By Larry1492
Thanks Bobbo!

Thanks Bobbo!
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 07-31-2022, 05:40 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 613
Posted By Larry1492
Solar charger location.

Evening all, before I go taking things apart does anyone know the location solar charger on a 2019 23fb?

Thanks in advance.


Larry
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 07-13-2022, 08:39 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,681
Posted By Larry1492
Good morning all,and thanks again for the input. ...

Good morning all,and thanks again for the input.

Here is the recap:

The camper lives at my business for summer. It is plugged into an 50 amp outlet via dog bone and autoformer off a hundred...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 07-11-2022, 08:25 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,681
Posted By Larry1492
You are correct, proper installation is the key...

You are correct, proper installation is the key with aluminum. This is my fault, had a problem with this breaker getting hot a year ago and I cleaned and torqued but I should have replaced it then....
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 07-11-2022, 06:10 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,681
Posted By Larry1492
Yea they still use aluminum, it’s only advantage...

Yea they still use aluminum, it’s only advantage being cost.
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 07-11-2022, 04:25 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,681
Posted By Larry1492
Electrical Shock.

100 amp sub leg from main panel to panel with 50 amp breaker for Rv outlet. Also found bad converter in Rv. Did not get wet, aluminum wire connection loosened up.
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 07-11-2022, 08:00 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,681
Posted By Larry1492
4192341 I believe I found a problem, bad...

4192341

I believe I found a problem, bad breaker in 100 amp sub leg. Thanks for all the help.
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 07-10-2022, 06:45 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,681
Posted By Larry1492
Very helpful, thank you.

Very helpful, thank you.
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