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Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 04-16-2024, 07:45 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 264
Posted By 1StreamDream
I have a 25' RB twin, and I've done a fair amount...

I have a 25' RB twin, and I've done a fair amount of work in the electrical compartment. It took me a while to figure out the trick, but as long as you are comfortable with small tools, and general...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 04-13-2024, 09:28 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 5,756
Posted By 1StreamDream
several 5+ ft long leveling planks, and some...

several 5+ ft long leveling planks, and some additional leveling boards ... some of the music festivals, and boondocking areas we park are grass fields, and I find the planks are good for keeping...
Forum: On The Road... 04-08-2024, 11:46 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 442
Posted By 1StreamDream
Need for CPAP when boondocking and for overnights...

Need for CPAP when boondocking and for overnights at Walmart is a primary reason I upgraded my trailer to lithium batteries, you might consider that, but it is for sure much more $$$ to do it (and...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-27-2024, 08:06 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 5,809
Posted By 1StreamDream
I tow my 25’ flying cloud with a 2021 F-250 but...

I tow my 25’ flying cloud with a 2021 F-250 but it is the 7.3L gas engine (aka Godzilla) and has the 10 spd trans (4 overdrive gears) and the 4.30 rear axle ratio. When towing on a calm day, in the...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 03-19-2024, 05:10 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,027
Posted By 1StreamDream
I do the same as you describe, for the past...

I do the same as you describe, for the past several seasons, and it works well. The use of portable in addition to roof mounted allows optimal placement of panels, for clear sky exposure. Often our...
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 03-10-2024, 10:08 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,427
Posted By 1StreamDream
I had a very similar experience a couple seasons...

I had a very similar experience a couple seasons back, and in my case it was caused by plugged aerator screens. Suggest you unscrew them from the bottom of ALL your sinks, and clean them after you...
Forum: Computers, Internet & Satellite 02-27-2024, 09:23 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,033
Posted By 1StreamDream
Both approaches are good, just wanted to offer...

Both approaches are good, just wanted to offer the option. The benefit of the small inverter is it’s more portable, you could used Starlink (and other small 120VAC items) anywhere 12VDC was...
Forum: Computers, Internet & Satellite 02-26-2024, 11:02 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,033
Posted By 1StreamDream
Much simpler to use the inverter approach...

Much simpler to use the inverter approach mentioned by StevenD … that’s what I do. Only thing I would add is be sure to get a decent quality “pure sine wave” unit, electronics (all forms) are...
Forum: Buyer Guidelines 02-24-2024, 05:13 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 544
Posted By 1StreamDream
I’m certainly no expert on the topic, but I do...

I’m certainly no expert on the topic, but I do live in IL, and for private sales transactions as you describe, am pretty sure the state “gets their piece” when you go to register the title with the...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 02-22-2024, 10:45 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,733
Posted By 1StreamDream
I’ve sprayed WD40 into the 7-way plug contacts as...

I’ve sprayed WD40 into the 7-way plug contacts as a preventive maintenance step and never had any problems due to that practice, maybe once or twice a season I do that.
Forum: On The Road... 02-17-2024, 08:44 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 406
Posted By 1StreamDream
Glacier/Apgar campground

Anybody who has stayed at Apgar campground in Glacier National Park know if they have one-way loop roads in the campground ? We have been at other national parks where the configuration with...
Forum: Rock Guards, Segment & Window Protectors 02-14-2024, 10:56 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,308
Posted By 1StreamDream
My trailer is a 25' RBT, so it does *not* have...

My trailer is a 25' RBT, so it does *not* have the front storage compartment. It is positively wind vibration (at highway speed) in my case, at the time I could see the difference between the driver...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 02-13-2024, 10:25 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 6,463
Posted By 1StreamDream
If a large fuel tank is a primary concern, there...

If a large fuel tank is a primary concern, there are several 3rd party kits that can pull fuel from a secondary tank, this is one example, there are a few others like this.
...
Forum: Rock Guards, Segment & Window Protectors 02-13-2024, 08:43 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,308
Posted By 1StreamDream
I have personal experience with this...

I have personal experience with this (vibration/deforming) and it has been so bad that my rock guard now has a fracture in it, like a jigsaw puzzle piece. Also have some of the rivets that hold the...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 02-11-2024, 11:15 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 6,463
Posted By 1StreamDream
Be sure to check out the EU3200i before you...

Be sure to check out the EU3200i before you purchase the EU3000 … the 3200 has slightly more power, but is significantly less weight.
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 02-07-2024, 10:43 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,426
Posted By 1StreamDream
Sounds like very light amp draw so a light weight...

Sounds like very light amp draw so a light weight cord (14ga) might serve your need, and if so here’s a thought. Rather than poke a new hole, then have to be sure you seal it properly, perhaps you...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 02-05-2024, 11:04 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,586
Posted By 1StreamDream
Thanks for that insight, I had not come across...

Thanks for that insight, I had not come across any discussions (yet) about increased DEF consumption, do you know if the updates (and consumption increase) you mention are specific to the HO version...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 02-04-2024, 11:37 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,586
Posted By 1StreamDream
Power stroke axle ratio choice

I am seriously considering a tow vehicle upgrade to the 6.7 power stroke diesel, currently have the 7.3L gasser(Godzilla) with 4.30 axle ratio and I am looking for better fuel economy and more...
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 12-06-2023, 10:58 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,591
Posted By 1StreamDream
We do similar, only use the fresh tank water for...

We do similar, only use the fresh tank water for cleaning/washing etc, and for drinking and cooking, we buy gallons of spring water at a local grocery, or similar big box store, we feel that its less...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 12-03-2023, 11:37 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 6,675
Posted By 1StreamDream
If you are comfortable in general doing 12vdc...

If you are comfortable in general doing 12vdc electrical work, I think both are straightforward to implement. I think the DC-DC device is best located in the electrical bay of the trailer, somewhere...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 12-03-2023, 05:31 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 6,675
Posted By 1StreamDream
The core of the issue is that it takes a higher...

The core of the issue is that it takes a higher voltage to charge Lithium batteries, than it takes to charge lead-acid batteries, and with the trailer side at a higher voltage than your tow vehicle,...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 11-24-2023, 07:24 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,116
Posted By 1StreamDream
slightly different direction from your original...

slightly different direction from your original ask, but here's something to consider. I do not have a convection oven, just the stock microwave, and the standard 1000W inverter, which does NOT...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 11-23-2023, 07:43 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 577
Posted By 1StreamDream
Yes … this … it’s prob the main advantage other...

Yes … this … it’s prob the main advantage other than generator use. At my house, in Covid era I used the trailer as a workspace, it was really nice to be able to run my air on a standard 20A house...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 11-22-2023, 12:47 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,113
Posted By 1StreamDream
I am solidly in the camp of believers that a 3/4...

I am solidly in the camp of believers that a 3/4 ton tow vehicle gets you the greatest peace of mind and margin of safety for towing a 25’ or longer airstream. Mine is a gas engine, not diesel, and I...
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 10-22-2023, 04:23 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,418
Posted By 1StreamDream
I have this same issue pretty much every spring,...

I have this same issue pretty much every spring, one possibility for you is that you have an "air lock" in the water pump intake tubing. I blow the water out of my lines every winter, rather than...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 10-22-2023, 01:08 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 9,333
Posted By 1StreamDream
I had a 2016 F-150 XLT crew cab 4x4 w/ 5.0l v-8,...

I had a 2016 F-150 XLT crew cab 4x4 w/ 5.0l v-8, the payload sticker on that was slightly over 1900lbs, don’t recall the exact number, but my issue was an overloaded rear axle (per cat scale tickets)...
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 10-15-2023, 11:27 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,704
Posted By 1StreamDream
Lots of good info in this thread … ...

Lots of good info in this thread …

https://www.airforums.com/forums/f46/twin-mattress-replacement-in-2017-28fc-recommendations-236633

(Sorry for posting a duplicate reference, didn’t catch it...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 09-28-2023, 03:11 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 6,491
Posted By 1StreamDream
Another very satisfied user of the micro-air easy...

Another very satisfied user of the micro-air easy start, and I have used it several times when power was supplied by my Honda 2200i but my uses have all been at or below approx. 2500 ft elevation....
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 09-26-2023, 11:00 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,757
Posted By 1StreamDream
I started with an arrangement just like you...

I started with an arrangement just like you describe before I upgraded my battery bank to Lion. It is possible, just be sure you use the same wires (same wire sizes) you have in place now. You will...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 09-25-2023, 07:12 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,757
Posted By 1StreamDream
I had same as you describe (multiple + and - at...

I had same as you describe (multiple + and - at the battery box) before I reconfigured to incorporate a smart shunt, lithium batteries, and batteries moved to internal area. You *could* have...
Forum: On The Road... 08-31-2023, 10:02 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 7,067
Posted By 1StreamDream
count us in the group that are big fans of the...

count us in the group that are big fans of the cordless vac approach, although we don't have a Dyson, am pretty confident it is very similar. A generic brand that we got off Amazon, works well, had...
Forum: Windows, Doors, Locks & Vents 08-30-2023, 12:43 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,256
Posted By 1StreamDream
Thanks for sharing your approach Mark, and I very...

Thanks for sharing your approach Mark, and I very intrigued by how you make this work to improve cold weather performance. Do you have "panels" that cover only the window shapes, or do you have...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 08-29-2023, 08:31 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,346
Posted By 1StreamDream
some good answers thus far, I will just add one...

some good answers thus far, I will just add one point for consideration about the "split" wiring you see in your battery box. It is very likely that the "split" leads you have don't go left...
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 08-27-2023, 09:01 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,111
Posted By 1StreamDream
Highly encourage this as a standard practice,...

Highly encourage this as a standard practice, especially for folks that spend extended time on the road. I was advised to carry a spare pump by a "long timer" in the Airstream world when I first...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 08-26-2023, 10:50 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,968
Posted By 1StreamDream
I had very nearly your same scenario a few years...

I had very nearly your same scenario a few years back ... and very nearly the same truck (mine was a 2016 XLT). The short answer is "yes" you can safely tow, but for a number of reasons, I bit the...
Forum: Windows, Doors, Locks & Vents 08-26-2023, 10:39 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,256
Posted By 1StreamDream
I have also used Reflectix, buy it in bulk rolls,...

I have also used Reflectix, buy it in bulk rolls, and then cut to shape for the specific purpose (custom for each window). My use has been dominated by winter applications, trying to keep the...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 08-15-2023, 03:01 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,138
Posted By 1StreamDream
agree with others, that looks very manageable. ...

agree with others, that looks very manageable. If you want an optimal long term improvement, just "dig down" a little bit on the fence side, and use that material to "fill in" closer to the house,...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 08-14-2023, 08:50 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,138
Posted By 1StreamDream
Very hard to share suggestions without more views...

Very hard to share suggestions without more views of your slope, etc, but I can relate to much of your concern. I have a 25' Flying Cloud that I park next to my home, in suburbia, very close to the...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 08-07-2023, 09:59 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 470
Posted By 1StreamDream
I would look at the batteries first ......

I would look at the batteries first ... especially so if they are lead-acid. The older airstream charger/converter units were known to be less than kind to lead acid batteries, look at the water...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 08-06-2023, 06:59 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 861
Posted By 1StreamDream
I went through the same dilemma when I put my...

I went through the same dilemma when I put my Zamp Obsidian panels on the roof of my 25' FC, and I elected to do a "hybrid" of sorts. I used the flat feet that came with the install kit, but placed...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 08-05-2023, 10:23 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 440
Posted By 1StreamDream
I also did this … coil up any excess and secure...

I also did this … coil up any excess and secure it under the panel.
Forum: Roof Vents, Skylights & Fans 08-04-2023, 04:47 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,756
Posted By 1StreamDream
It’s been a little while so the specific details...

It’s been a little while so the specific details escape me but I definitely had to drill *some* new holes when switching (my trailer is a 25’ FC with 2 fans). It is also true that some of the holes...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 08-02-2023, 11:20 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 477
Posted By 1StreamDream
Careful here ... all the factory battery wiring I...

Careful here ... all the factory battery wiring I have seen has had 2 separate cable runs, and they have been different sizes. In my 25' trailer, when I first got it, there was one pair run from the...
Forum: Roof Vents, Skylights & Fans 08-01-2023, 06:55 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,022
Posted By 1StreamDream
I have replaced both fans in my trailer (did so...

I have replaced both fans in my trailer (did so myself), the only thing hard about it is you need the right dexterity and mobility to safely move around on the roof. Be careful about sealing the...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 07-31-2023, 07:22 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,402
Posted By 1StreamDream
I will start by suggesting that this is a very...

I will start by suggesting that this is a very difficult thing for others (like me) to help with, there are so many aspects to this major life change it is very hard to try and represent a meaningful...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 07-19-2023, 07:46 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,165
Posted By 1StreamDream
Am another that has the factory floor mats (2021...

Am another that has the factory floor mats (2021 F-250), they are heavy duty, soft and pliable, and are a nice complement to the interior look/feel. Most of the aftermarket liners I had experience...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 07-19-2023, 07:06 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,726
Posted By 1StreamDream
X3 on DuraFlaps ... am very happy with mine (on a...

X3 on DuraFlaps ... am very happy with mine (on a 2021 F250), they are good heavy gauge of material, they stay stiff at highway speed and they are made to fit the holes aligned to factory items on...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 07-17-2023, 07:35 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,652
Posted By 1StreamDream
One thing doesn't show up very much in these...

One thing doesn't show up very much in these discussions is the impact to night driving. Too little WD means the front end of the tow vehicle is elevated, even if your tow vehicle can handle that...
Forum: Roof Vents, Skylights & Fans 07-15-2023, 09:24 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,787
Posted By 1StreamDream
I can't advise you regarding the interaction with...

I can't advise you regarding the interaction with CZone etc, but I can say I have replaced both my factory stock FantasticFan units with a MaxxAir 5100, slightly lower model than you mention, mine is...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 07-05-2023, 08:46 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,178
Posted By 1StreamDream
If you mean your current rated watts is...

If you mean your current rated watts is 190(total) and you are getting 168(actual) as a peak, that’s really pretty good. To get the panel to produce its max rated watts, *everything* has to be ideal...
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