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Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 12-10-2023, 01:32 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 486
Posted By Kalashnikov
FWIW I left the Controller set at 30PSI 'pressure...

FWIW I left the Controller set at 30PSI 'pressure set point' (the default) and pumped up the Accmulator to 30PSI per recommendation in the install sheet.
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 12-09-2023, 03:03 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 486
Posted By Kalashnikov
HOWTO: Upgrade 2019 FC 28RBT pump

We've always had weak water delivery as told here:
https://www.airforums.com/forums/f445/2019-fc-28-rbt-weak-water-delivery-when-on-pump-248318.html


After I got the initial issue debugged (air...
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 11-29-2023, 11:52 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,379
Posted By Kalashnikov
Pulled the cover off the strainer - looked intact...

Pulled the cover off the strainer - looked intact and clean.

However the gasket had a slight 'wrinkle' in it - likely had been like this since new. So I wiped it with some silicon lube and...
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 11-28-2023, 05:49 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,379
Posted By Kalashnikov
I didn't - never touched it before. Is...

I didn't - never touched it before.


Is it just a rubber ring? (Assume I'm to check if it's cracked) Do I need to "prime" the strainer if I take off the lid?


EDIT:
Found a video...
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 11-28-2023, 04:39 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,379
Posted By Kalashnikov
Read some more threads, decided to add...

Read some more threads, decided to add accumulator as well while I'm tearing apart the system.

Upgrades are all in the mail!
- New Shurflo E65 pump (to fix backflow problem)
- IRVWPC module...
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 11-28-2023, 07:57 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,379
Posted By Kalashnikov
Went back to play with the pump this morning,...

Went back to play with the pump this morning, turned it on - got stuck in the "endless loop" mode again. I suspect there's some kind of backflow leak inside it.

Thinking of doing this:
- Replace...
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 11-27-2023, 04:05 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,379
Posted By Kalashnikov
So as I poked around I noticed a long clear hose...

So as I poked around I noticed a long clear hose that was capped. It led back to a white 3-way valve. In another post I remember this being called the "Winterizing valve" and how it had given someone...
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 11-27-2023, 03:51 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,379
Posted By Kalashnikov
Decided to open it up....

Decided to dive in.

The stove.
Take a deep breath...
https://i.imgur.com/PmKaT0Hh.jpg

Bottom Door open!
That wasn't too bad...
https://i.imgur.com/WmY1nckh.jpg
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 11-27-2023, 10:56 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,379
Posted By Kalashnikov
Related links: 2018 FC RBQ (functionally...

Related links:

2018 FC RBQ
(functionally the same as ours)
https://www.airforums.com/forums/f445/accessing-water-pump-under-fridge-159329.html

28ft AS pump location...
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 11-25-2023, 09:26 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,379
Posted By Kalashnikov
Thanks Any other ideas or feedback from...

Thanks

Any other ideas or feedback from others?

How to get under the fridge in this model? All I see is the big electrical panel with the breakers. The manual offers no suggestions on how to...
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 11-21-2023, 08:35 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,379
Posted By Kalashnikov
2019 FC 28 RBT - weak water delivery when on pump

Our 2019 28' FC has never had stellar water pressure when on pump but it was adequate when new.

A couple years ago we actually had a harsh winter here in TX which I guess is rare. I was unprepared...
Forum: Tires 01-06-2023, 06:32 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 13,133
Posted By Kalashnikov
FWIW I did end up going to Discount Tire and...

FWIW I did end up going to Discount Tire and getting 4x GY Endurance tires, same as the stock tires that came with the AS. They were already 4 years old, close enough to warrant changing rather than...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 01-03-2023, 06:32 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,156
Posted By Kalashnikov
We have our 600W system in series-parallel: ...

We have our 600W system in series-parallel:
https://www.airforums.com/forums/f448/solar-install-on-2019-fc28-204851.html


So far our camping experience has been this:
1) On completely overcast...
Forum: Tires 01-03-2023, 05:17 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 13,133
Posted By Kalashnikov
Ok. Maybe it's a good time for new tires. ...

Ok. Maybe it's a good time for new tires.


Planning on another set of Endurance FWIW. They have sufficient load rating and fairly high max speed rating.
Forum: Tires 01-02-2023, 08:37 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 13,133
Posted By Kalashnikov
Slow leak - ok to use 'slime' sealant?

Hi everyone,

One of our tires has a slow leak. (2019 28ft model.) Tires all still original, Goodyear Endurance. Hoping to get 1-2 more seasons out of them. The AS was parked in a field all summer...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 11-16-2022, 03:43 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,096
Posted By Kalashnikov
All right I'll keep looking around for a better...

All right I'll keep looking around for a better solution. Probably just need to call places about the trailer rather than relying on the websites.

The place I bought it lets people take the poles...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 11-16-2022, 03:13 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,096
Posted By Kalashnikov
Use AS to haul a 25ft flagpole - bad idea?

Hi,

I bought a 25' flagpole (28' actual length) and need to haul it. I'm supposed to use a 20' trailer and let the pole hang off the end. However all the tool rental places only have 16'...
Forum: Winterizing, Storage, Carports & Covers 10-30-2022, 04:20 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,376
Posted By Kalashnikov
PSA: Don't leave bottles of water in your AS

We usually take some bottled water when we go camping:
- 2gal upright jugs (with a spigot)
- Cases of 1/2 bottles

I usually leave anything we have remaining in the camper - "for next time."
...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 05-17-2022, 08:00 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,473
Posted By Kalashnikov
If you've handy, install a real battery...

If you've handy, install a real battery disconnect once you have this problem figured out. The factory options usually don't really disconnect anything.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 03-22-2022, 04:27 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 6,751
Posted By Kalashnikov
I use a Blue Ox with the 1500lb bars. 2019 FC...

I use a Blue Ox with the 1500lb bars. 2019 FC 28RBT (same physical size as the 27, but a little heavier). For a lighter trailer some prefer the 1000lb bars.

Works very well indeed. I regularly...
Forum: Doors & Locks 03-21-2022, 01:16 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 39,613
Posted By Kalashnikov
Got mine done! It was a huge PITA, probably took...

Got mine done! It was a huge PITA, probably took 10 hours total.

How to remove the trim:
https://www.airforums.com/forums/f453/fixing-the-upper-door-hinge-what-panels-to-remove-232429.html
...
Forum: Doors & Locks 03-21-2022, 01:01 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,580
Posted By Kalashnikov
Thanks! Had to do this: - Remove seat...

Thanks!

Had to do this:
- Remove seat cushions
- Unscrew the bench seat (about a half dozen on bottom, three against the wall, one little screw on back rest)
- Move the seat
- Unscrew the trim...
Forum: Doors & Locks 03-21-2022, 12:58 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,247
Posted By Kalashnikov
Got it done! Yes - turns out there is a large...

Got it done! Yes - turns out there is a large hole behind the bolt. It must be enlarged sufficiently to move the bolt by the desired amount. I added about another 1/8" to make the total move about a...
Forum: Doors & Locks 03-20-2022, 05:09 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,247
Posted By Kalashnikov
I always try to close as one unit. However it's...

I always try to close as one unit. However it's almost impossible to enforce with the wife & kids. "What? That's a dumb design!" And they're not wrong if it really matters :blink:
Forum: Doors & Locks 03-19-2022, 07:32 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,247
Posted By Kalashnikov
Thanks StuartsDad! Before I attempt to...

Thanks StuartsDad!


Before I attempt to move the latch pin/bolt I'm going to address the hinges.
This thread shows the issue and solution:...
Forum: Doors & Locks 03-19-2022, 07:30 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,580
Posted By Kalashnikov
Found this thread, it's the same problem - and...

Found this thread, it's the same problem - and also shows the solution!
https://www.airforums.com/forums/f453/main-door-hinge-repair-182181.html


Still can't find how to remove the door trim and...
Forum: Doors & Locks 03-18-2022, 04:44 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,247
Posted By Kalashnikov
How does this work? Isn't there a channel behind...

How does this work? Isn't there a channel behind the pin/bolt that allows it to move within the door frame? And if there is a hole, does that hole not need to elongated to allow the pin to move? And...
Forum: Doors & Locks 03-18-2022, 04:40 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,580
Posted By Kalashnikov
Fixing the upper door hinge - what panels to remove?

Ugh, our 2019 FC RBT28 has developed the infamous "misaligned door" problem once again.


History:
- Door was fine upon delivery (of course...)
- After a couple trips it would no longer close,...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 02-10-2022, 07:06 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,662
Posted By Kalashnikov
Why not? Seems to work. Only issues: ...

Why not? Seems to work.



Only issues:
- Sometimes the HP would not engage because it was below 30F outside (apparently there's a built-in threshold)
- I had the camper plugged into a...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 02-09-2022, 04:54 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,662
Posted By Kalashnikov
PSA: Don't plug a heater into your "Inverter" outlets

We had some cold weather, decided to bring our AS home and keep it warm. At first I ran the heat pumps but they kept blowing the breaker in our garage. Then the system defaulted to the Furnace and I...
Forum: Refrigerators 09-04-2021, 12:25 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,463
Posted By Kalashnikov
Thanks Bob! Will try that. Also read that fresh...

Thanks Bob! Will try that. Also read that fresh coffee grounds may help, will do that after the cleaning. (I had previously wiped down with Simple Green - didn't make a difference)
Forum: Refrigerators 09-04-2021, 11:25 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,463
Posted By Kalashnikov
Sorry, a bit of a necropost. But I forgot a...

Sorry, a bit of a necropost.

But I forgot a pack of bacon after one of our trips. (Of course said to myself "I could have sworn had we some bacon left over!") Found it a month later in the fridge...
Forum: Our Community 06-16-2021, 08:09 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 591
Posted By Kalashnikov
Video: Airstream construction in the factory

Pretty cool video, sorry if it's been posted before.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AgpPe91DegU
Forum: On The Road... 05-23-2021, 10:24 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 12,034
Posted By Kalashnikov
Big Bend National Park - Impossible!!!

I've concluded that reserving a spot in Big Bend is impossible - for all practical purposes. You'd need a computerized "Bot" in order to 'snipe' the spot for yourself.

Tried last year, but it...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 03-18-2021, 01:52 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 9,714
Posted By Kalashnikov
Solved!

Ok, I got it working. There were two factors:
1) The remote wire had become unplugged as I discovered when I took off the 'left' couch cover over the water heater. This had likely happened due to...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 03-18-2021, 12:00 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 9,714
Posted By Kalashnikov
Took another look at the very tight area under...

Took another look at the very tight area under the couch. There appear to be two "entry points" for the wires:
1) A circular opening in the wall of the AS, perhaps 3" across, it's covered in...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 03-18-2021, 11:35 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 9,714
Posted By Kalashnikov
Took off the big cover above the water heater and...

Took off the big cover above the water heater and inverter. Poked my multimeter probes onto the screws holding the Red/Black wires running into the inverter, doesn't appear to be any positive voltage...
Forum: Boondocking 03-18-2021, 10:10 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 566
Posted By Kalashnikov
Grelle Recreation area near Austin TX

Found a new cool dry camping spot right off Lake Travis near Austin TX. It's Grelle recreation area, run by LCRA
https://www.lcra.org/parks/grelle/

No water or electricity but the spots are very...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 03-18-2021, 10:08 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 9,714
Posted By Kalashnikov
Pic of the inverter rear. Note that the "breaker"...

Pic of the inverter rear. Note that the "breaker" looks just like a toggle switch. It won't budge.

https://i.imgur.com/qa0W17d.jpg
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 03-17-2021, 03:42 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 9,714
Posted By Kalashnikov
Crawled under the L-shaped couch, didn't see...

Crawled under the L-shaped couch, didn't see anything. Tried to remove the 'cubby' at the back of the couch, it didn't want to come out so I left it in. Tried to take some photos behind the couch,...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 03-15-2021, 05:17 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 9,714
Posted By Kalashnikov
So where is the fuse? Followed the power wires...

So where is the fuse? Followed the power wires and they went behind the couch to the inaccessible junction box. No visible fuse.

Actually all I know is that the wires go behind the couch
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 03-15-2021, 04:37 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 9,714
Posted By Kalashnikov
OK pressed the front button, nothing happens....

OK pressed the front button, nothing happens. Sticker next to it says the button should be out for remote operation, doesn't appear to be an on off switch.

Shore power 110v works fine, as does all...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 03-15-2021, 04:16 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 9,714
Posted By Kalashnikov
WF 5110 R inverter will not reset

We have 2019 FC28 RBT, came with a 1000W inverter. It doesn't work, can't turn it on from the wall switch and there is nothing on the inverter display.

Read here and elsewhere that it needs to be...
Forum: Wheels, Hubs & Bearings 03-08-2021, 06:32 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 9,620
Posted By Kalashnikov
Sorry, necropost. But I want to thank the OP...

Sorry, necropost.

But I want to thank the OP for this thread! It must be one of a kind on the web, I haven't found a better description of how to open the late model Airstream hubs and the...
Forum: Winter Living 03-08-2021, 05:37 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 5,577
Posted By Kalashnikov
What are you nit picking? I have a shrader valve,...

What are you nit picking? I have a shrader valve, like the bottom left image you posted. Yes, it's threaded, but only for a plastic dust cap just like on your car.

Yes I could have bought the...
Forum: Brakes & Brake Controllers 03-08-2021, 05:35 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 8,455
Posted By Kalashnikov
Well, managed to take apart the wheels this...

Well, managed to take apart the wheels this weekend! The most difficult part was obtaining all the right tools:
- Internal/external lock ring pliers (Home depot)
- 1 7/16 socket (Lowes)
- 1/2 to...
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 03-04-2021, 04:22 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,270
Posted By Kalashnikov
Yes, my regulator has the auto-changeover. Yet...

Yes, my regulator has the auto-changeover. Yet that hose connects directly into the regulator.
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 03-04-2021, 02:50 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,270
Posted By Kalashnikov
What size LP connector is this? (Leaking pigtail)

I've read all the threads and can't find a definite answer! Please take a look.

I filled the tanks on our 2019 FC. When I reinstalled everything the hoses started leaking, as luck would have it. I...
Forum: Brakes & Brake Controllers 02-28-2021, 03:49 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 8,455
Posted By Kalashnikov
Mine is no longer under warranty. Anyway,...

Mine is no longer under warranty.

Anyway, bought a bottle jack and lifted the wheels. IMO they are all correctly adjusted, I hear slight rubbing from the brakes.

No idea what to look at next...
Forum: Winter Living 02-27-2021, 03:53 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 5,577
Posted By Kalashnikov
Indeed I do! But... normally it never snows...

Indeed I do!

But... normally it never snows here, this is the first 'winter' in ~30 years or something like that. But henceforth I'll be prepared. Now I now what "pink stuff" is and where to buy...
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