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Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 06-12-2022, 09:38 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 8,149
Posted By syclone93
Typical Dealer Response

Wow, how generous they are, IMO $3000 discount even with a flawless repair is not nearly enough. The trailer now has a damage history that has to be disclosed on resale. That has the same impact to...
Forum: General Repair Forum 04-17-2022, 01:14 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 8,935
Posted By syclone93
I have watched quite a few folks talk about this...

I have watched quite a few folks talk about this situation. Not being an engineer I certainly don’t want to make any statements that irritate anyone. But it sure seems that a hard structural analysis...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 01-23-2022, 08:23 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 14,699
Posted By syclone93
I guess everyone has to do whatever works for...

I guess everyone has to do whatever works for them. I personally tow with a 2004 GMC 2500HD , I have towed at least a dozen AS's without WD of any kind with zero problems.
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 12-23-2021, 11:24 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,367
Posted By syclone93
My error, I failed to notice the type of unit....

My error, I failed to notice the type of unit. However my opinion is the same. If the front tires truly had tread separation which is a structural failure I would be concerned about the other tires.
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 12-22-2021, 10:44 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,367
Posted By syclone93
Are we talking about a motor home or a trailer ??

Are we talking about a motor home or a trailer ??
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 12-21-2021, 11:27 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,367
Posted By syclone93
This forum is absolutely great and you have...

This forum is absolutely great and you have received some great information from some really smart people. It is highly unlikely that an alignment issue assuming we aren't talking about collision...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 12-20-2021, 08:09 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,367
Posted By syclone93
I would assume all 4 of the Continetals are the...

I would assume all 4 of the Continetals are the same age ? , I would check date codes , if they are the same age I would absolutely replace all 4. Having experienced 2 tire failures in the last 50...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 10-11-2021, 04:16 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 519
Posted By syclone93
78 Argosy VIN Location

Good Day , Looking for VIN on frame , am I correct it should be stamped on the outside of the left rail between the body and the ball mount area ? , Somebody has painted the tongue with some horrible...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 09-27-2021, 10:38 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 20,105
Posted By syclone93
Airstream

I don't add anything to my profile due to continual change, we buy , use a bit , clean up and sell a few trailers. We buy some damaged trailers and resell , hail damaged seems to provide some...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 09-26-2021, 12:00 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 13,172
Posted By syclone93
Gas / Diesel - Not an easy question

Really no big right / wrong answers. Diesel has a lot more torque, better hill control, better fuel economy and generally a longer life.. initial acquisition easy 10k higher , maintenance costs...
Forum: Our Community 09-08-2021, 11:15 PM
Replies: 120
Views: 25,163
Posted By syclone93
Another concern

I agree about drinking the Kool Aide , I don't say much as I don't want to have to defend my thinking to people that worship these trailers. But if these repairs are as common as they seem to be...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 08-26-2021, 07:51 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 20,105
Posted By syclone93
I can’t argue the popularity of Rovers , and if...

I can’t argue the popularity of Rovers , and if these are all you know they could be perceived as good vehicles. I question the terms reliable and quality when discussing these. I personally think...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 08-23-2021, 11:05 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 20,105
Posted By syclone93
Sure a lot of variances of opinion. Historically...

Sure a lot of variances of opinion. Historically Rovers aren't known for being particularly great vehicles. I assume over the years they must have improved quite a bit. Personally I don't understand...
Forum: Our Community 08-15-2021, 07:56 PM
Replies: 120
Views: 25,163
Posted By syclone93
Creases

Good points on the cause of this issue. I personally feel these units need a complete redesign. The difficulties I read about in performance and serviceability are hard to make sense of. All things...
Forum: Our Community 08-15-2021, 11:08 AM
Replies: 120
Views: 25,163
Posted By syclone93
Creases

Am I missing something? - I am not an engineer but aren’t the creases the result of a problem? - wouldn’t the cause , possibly chassis flex be the primary concern and the repair of the resulting...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 08-15-2021, 09:28 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 20,180
Posted By syclone93
Wdh

It’s quite simple, for years I have been an advocate of dealing with people that are experts in their field. It seems you have been dealing with someone with little to no actual towing experience....
Forum: Tow Vehicles 07-18-2021, 10:48 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 9,993
Posted By syclone93
Hello , Good Questions

Good day , I will draw heavy criticism for anything I say but here is my opinion. If your truck will be driven for pleasure / towing only and will be garage kept and not used for everyday...
Forum: General Repair Forum 06-20-2021, 10:26 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,968
Posted By syclone93
Chain Loops

I am sure I will take flak for my opinion but looking at latch and ball socket it appears there may be significant wear , the socket looks dry like possibly never lubricated , that being the case IMO...
Forum: General Repair Forum 06-20-2021, 10:07 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,968
Posted By syclone93
I am sure I will take flak for my opinion but...

I am sure I will take flak for my opinion but looking at latch and ball socket it appears there may be significant wear , the socket looks dry like possibly never lubricated , that being the case IMO...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 04-24-2021, 07:28 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 10,711
Posted By syclone93
Just a thought, I see no reason that a composite...

Just a thought, I see no reason that a composite floor would need to come from Airstream. If they were a bit more customer and quality oriented I would think they would want to support their...
Forum: On The Road... 02-21-2021, 07:17 PM
Replies: 168
Views: 22,349
Posted By syclone93
Hmmmmm - Limu Emu and Dave - Joe Namath -...

Hmmmmm - Limu Emu and Dave - Joe Namath - Everyone that is going to get me an an extra $144 a month from SS and give me a free cell - Free food - Rides to the psychiatrist- clean my teeth- give me...
Forum: On The Road... 02-21-2021, 11:45 AM
Replies: 168
Views: 22,349
Posted By syclone93
Oh boy- what a can of worms! - ha ha - I don’t...

Oh boy- what a can of worms! - ha ha - I don’t need to engage anybody over TV’s. I could not agree more on people using TV’s with multiple band aids to try to get the job done with far less than is...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 02-05-2021, 12:10 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,687
Posted By syclone93
Hmmm - It would seem with leaks being fairly...

Hmmm - It would seem with leaks being fairly common and if there is a viable system for pressurizing a unit and using a soap solution to locate leaks that this test should be a part of every PDI. I...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 01-31-2021, 12:12 AM
Replies: 325
Views: 55,394
Posted By syclone93
This is crazy - I have read about so many...

This is crazy - I have read about so many Michelin failures and had one come apart and do about $2000 damage to my GMC. The entire set came off the next day. I would drive my vehicle on the brake...
Forum: Dollars & Cents 01-29-2021, 05:37 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,153
Posted By syclone93
Good day - I have decades of auction experience -...

Good day - I have decades of auction experience - more than happy to answer any questions. Buying at auction is not for everyone. There are definitely some great deals but there are far more that may...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 01-29-2021, 04:39 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 8,829
Posted By syclone93
I respect your opinion and will agree that an AS...

I respect your opinion and will agree that an AS may be better than similar trailers however I also believe the bar is set pretty low. And as for the European SUV’s - I completely disagree - any TV...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 01-29-2021, 04:19 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,722
Posted By syclone93
I think you will find you made a good choice and...

I think you will find you made a good choice and doubt you will need any bandaids to tow safely - you have more truck than you need. Good luck
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 01-29-2021, 01:10 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 8,829
Posted By syclone93
Maybe it’s me - I am not an engineer and do not...

Maybe it’s me - I am not an engineer and do not claim to be an expert. I have been towing since the 70’s so I do have some opinions based on experience. I was expressing my thoughts with an actual...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 01-29-2021, 12:08 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 8,829
Posted By syclone93
Q8 - Really

Nice thing that we all have opinions and can share them with other people. I guess my old school thinking doesn’t make sense to a lot of people. What really baffles me is the reasoning behind the use...
Forum: Buyer Guidelines 01-17-2021, 09:42 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,315
Posted By syclone93
If I was the consignor I would pay for a thorough...

If I was the consignor I would pay for a thorough inspection prior to putting my trailer up for sale. Showing confidence in your trailer and proving that confidence in a comprehensive report...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 01-16-2021, 08:42 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,816
Posted By syclone93
Good Day - I assume you are saying that your...

Good Day - I assume you are saying that your truck has a rating that allows for 612# of tongue weight and your AS has a tongue weight of 500#. Others factors you need to take into account would be...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 01-15-2021, 10:21 AM
Replies: 194
Views: 29,312
Posted By syclone93
AS could use some guidance from an outside source...

AS could use some guidance from an outside source such as "Marcus Lemonis" - he puts the success of his business largely in the hands of his employees through delegation. I do not agree that AS isn't...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 01-13-2021, 11:24 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 10,711
Posted By syclone93
That is great news ! - all they need now would be...

That is great news ! - all they need now would be automotive quality assembly - better adhesives - better sealants - better plumbing materials - and far better clear coating
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 01-13-2021, 10:34 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 8,750
Posted By syclone93
So - I guess this thread has run its course. I so...

So - I guess this thread has run its course. I so enjoy following threads like this. There are so many opinions. Some of the comments are absolutely outstanding and spot on. Some should not tow and...
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 01-11-2021, 08:46 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 8,750
Posted By syclone93
More - Bottle Down Size

You make a valid point- it was a simple question that could have a simple answer. However, the forums are tools to try and help each other. Silly me but I have no idea who is asking a question and...
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 01-10-2021, 07:06 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 8,750
Posted By syclone93
Propane Tank Downsize - Really

At the risk of criticism I will state my personal opinion. I have never , not one time had a situation that required fine tuning such as reducing tongue weight by a relatively insignificant amount....
Forum: Tow Vehicles 01-03-2021, 12:28 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 23,311
Posted By syclone93
Wrangler As A TV

I certainly have respect for the people that configure, install and set up towing platforms. I am impressed with the knowledge and expertise of these people. I have always felt that a man / woman...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 10-11-2020, 10:30 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 8,970
Posted By syclone93
Easy Decision In My Opinion

Having owned many trucks I have learned it's best to have a little more truck than you need so you are better prepared for both problems and future possible towing requirements (Bigger trailer - Boat...
Forum: General Repair Forum 03-28-2020, 08:00 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 821
Posted By syclone93
2003 Curved Glass Replacement

Good day - is there an exceptionally good you tube that shows correct start to finish replacement procedure for a curved front glass - I have the new glass and associated materials recommended by our...
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