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Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 03-25-2024, 09:52 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,511
Posted By wineteam
I second the idea of using Paintless Dent Repair....

I second the idea of using Paintless Dent Repair. I know Vinnie's in Sacramento, CA as well as Vinnie's Tennessee locations offer that service. Maybe others have suggestions for other localities. ...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 03-23-2024, 12:53 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 237
Posted By wineteam
Reply from r/AskElectricians

A reply to my post on another forum.

Ford designed their system as a bonded neutral with GFCI protection. This is appropriate for job site power.

When you use it for home standby though, you...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 03-23-2024, 08:03 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 237
Posted By wineteam
F250 Pro Power Ground Fault

New F250 with Pro Power (2300W/110V). Plan was to use the power outlet in the bed to recharge the batteries when boondocking. When I plug in I get a ground fault notice and power does not flow to...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 01-12-2024, 09:30 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,641
Posted By wineteam
So same person, Mark Wright, contacted me last...

So same person, Mark Wright, contacted me last year about my AS Classified ad. He did the same as you, sent me a cashiers check for over the amount. We texted back and forth. He said he was having...
Forum: Airstream Classifieds 09-24-2023, 04:29 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 170
Posted By wineteam
5 1/2" Snappads - California

I have four 5 1/2" SnapPads available for your stabilizers. These will fit most 27ft Airstreams and smaller but you must measure the foot of your stabilizer to ensure 5 1/2" square. These came off...
Forum: Pottery Barn Edition 09-21-2023, 09:09 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,311
Posted By wineteam
Doesn't the 2024 PB edition come with C-Zone? A...

Doesn't the 2024 PB edition come with C-Zone? A friend has the 2023 PB edition and his has C-Zone with the corresponding Airstream Connect Pepwave and exterior antenna.
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 08-21-2023, 09:12 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,591
Posted By wineteam
If the extension was truly a press fit, I would...

If the extension was truly a press fit, I would think you would heat the extension red hot and then press back onto the valve rod. Let cool and test. I prefer your method of a set screw but would...
Forum: On The Road... 06-04-2023, 09:37 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,247
Posted By wineteam
You 2023 30ft Classic should have the Airstream...

You 2023 30ft Classic should have the Airstream CZone which, through the Pepwave, connects to a cell tower and you can "see" your trailer on your app. Airstream recommends you add an additional...
Forum: Airstream Classifieds 04-08-2023, 04:09 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 212
Posted By wineteam
2022 Airstream Globetrotter 27 - California

2022 Airstream Globetrotter 27ft front bed queen. What makes this Airstream unique are the upgrades!

Upgrades included:

3 additional 90 watt solar panels for a total of 5 panels with 450...
Forum: 2016 - Current International 03-10-2023, 09:17 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,731
Posted By wineteam
So for some reason I tend to socialize and...

So for some reason I tend to socialize and possibly consume a few cocktails at AS rallies. I know we (our wives?) have different ways to decorate the outside surroundings when we rally, but I found...
Forum: General Repair Forum 12-26-2022, 08:04 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 8,027
Posted By wineteam
Our FES was noticed by Ultimate Airstreams. The...

Our FES was noticed by Ultimate Airstreams. The dimple started on the lower passenger side front storage compartment. When I travelled home from Portland and reinspected the dimple two rivets had...
Forum: Stoves, Ovens & Microwaves 11-15-2022, 09:10 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,684
Posted By wineteam
We did the same and much better than the original...

We did the same and much better than the original free-standing supports. I used high-temperature silicone plugs rated at 500°F and they had held up really well.

I also added high temperature...
Forum: 2018 - Current Globetrotter 11-09-2022, 08:40 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,609
Posted By wineteam
Dealer - Factory

After sending photos of the creases, my dealer talked to the factory about fixing the issue as if it was front end separation. Mothership asked for more photos and a photo from the back of my GT...
Forum: 2018 - Current Globetrotter 10-28-2022, 08:08 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,609
Posted By wineteam
Update

So I am in discussions with my Airstream Adventures dealer regarding getting dimples and popped rivets fixed. The dealer talked to the mothership to get authorization for the fix. Jackson Center...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 10-25-2022, 10:15 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,070
Posted By wineteam
Copenhagen Cream

We have the Copenhagen Cream interior. We do use rug runners as we have a black lab. We also use both an outdoor plastic scrub mat in front of the stairs to try and knock down and keep as much dirt...
Forum: 2018 - Current Globetrotter 10-17-2022, 03:15 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,609
Posted By wineteam
Thank you for the replies and links. We will...

Thank you for the replies and links. We will address the issue and figure out the best way to proceed here shortly.
Forum: 2018 - Current Globetrotter 10-16-2022, 04:49 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,609
Posted By wineteam
Nothing about needed repairs. I was there to...

Nothing about needed repairs. I was there to have some interior items customized. Their only caution was if the depression turned into a tear. At the point I was there the buck rivets were still...
Forum: 2018 - Current Globetrotter 10-16-2022, 12:42 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,609
Posted By wineteam
Crease & Buck Rivets Popping

Drove up to Ultimate Airstreams near Portland, OR from SF bay area. When dropping off my 2022 GT 27FB the folks there did a walk-around and pointed out a slight depression by the passenger front...
Forum: On The Road... 09-26-2022, 09:36 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 935
Posted By wineteam
Could this be a flow issue? Water heater senses...

Could this be a flow issue? Water heater senses flow but then quits as the flow sensor stops sending a signal?
We had problems with our shower not getting hot water. I would have to turn on the...
Forum: Boondocking 09-22-2022, 09:27 AM
Replies: 125
Views: 21,952
Posted By wineteam
I have lithium batteries and five 90w solar...

I have lithium batteries and five 90w solar panels which made me think I was Superman. I could run almost anything for as long as I wanted. One time boondocking the AS trailer next to ours asked if...
Forum: Computers, Internet & Satellite 07-13-2022, 01:54 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 11,227
Posted By wineteam
@jeffkim, one benefit of the Pepwave cellular...

@jeffkim, one benefit of the Pepwave cellular router is that using the Pepwave InControl app allows you to track the location of your trailer. Although I added an on/off switch so I can shut off the...
Forum: Computers, Internet & Satellite 07-11-2022, 07:09 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 11,227
Posted By wineteam
Hi Jeff - we are avid WBCCI members and mostly...

Hi Jeff - we are avid WBCCI members and mostly travel with a couple of our local AS clubs. So far we have have had good to great data connectivity even in remote locations. No National forests so...
Forum: Boondocking 06-24-2022, 09:30 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 5,717
Posted By wineteam
Costco ...

Costco

https://www.costco.com/feit-electric-500-lumen-tactical-flashlight-4-pack.product.100681731.html

They occasionally sell the Feit headlights too when you need to walk the dog at night or...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 05-01-2022, 06:34 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,510
Posted By wineteam
More info

So total amp hours is 240 (2 x 120).

Yes, no way the app can predict future load and I have seen the Time Remaining drop down to a few hours available.

I will resynchronize the system tomorrow....
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 04-30-2022, 09:55 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,510
Posted By wineteam
State of Charge

Boondocking last week and used the Victron Connect app to watch my electrical usage and gauge the condition of my Expion lithium batteries. We have five 90W solar panels and were in partial shade. ...
Forum: Audio, Video & TV 04-19-2022, 05:57 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 8,231
Posted By wineteam
Repurpose antenna cable?

So if the hockey puck on the roof is the XM antenna, what type of cable is attached to the hockey puck? Can I repurpose that cable for some other antenna?
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 03-20-2022, 09:57 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,745
Posted By wineteam
Is your hot water working? Our 2022 GT this...

Is your hot water working? Our 2022 GT this weekend all of a sudden would generate hot water but not get temp up when flowing for shower. Our outside propane campfire which connects to the low flow...
Forum: Computers, Internet & Satellite 03-18-2022, 03:58 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 34,162
Posted By wineteam
The speaker magnet is exposed. Not any type of...

The speaker magnet is exposed. Not any type of electrical person but do know magnetic waves mess with radio signals. More airflow, less magnetic interference would be my two main reasons. Swapping...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 03-02-2022, 09:51 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 16,876
Posted By wineteam
Parkit360

I used a Parkit360 to get a FC 25FBT up a short 6% incline next to my house. It does take some muscle to work the trailer into a U turn and up the incline but it works. The best advantage is that...
Forum: Computers, Internet & Satellite 02-08-2022, 10:14 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 11,227
Posted By wineteam
That was ETroup. Look him up. He’s made a number...

That was ETroup. Look him up. He’s made a number of comments in similar threads.
Forum: Computers, Internet & Satellite 02-08-2022, 10:32 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 11,227
Posted By wineteam
Our 2022 GT 27FBQ came with the 5 in 1 cable. I...

Our 2022 GT 27FBQ came with the 5 in 1 cable. I purchased the Ultimate Road Warrior bundle from MobileMustHave. I selected the Poynting 7-in-1 antenna since it could have the cable exit the rear of...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 01-28-2022, 09:15 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,574
Posted By wineteam
We decided we needed a larger AS and listed our...

We decided we needed a larger AS and listed our 2021 FC 25FBT in late October last year. I asked my dealer what I should ask for and they gave me a number which was only $5K off of what I fully paid...
Forum: Computers, Internet & Satellite 01-24-2022, 05:25 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 11,227
Posted By wineteam
My 2022 GT 27FB has the 5 in 1. I gave up the...

My 2022 GT 27FB has the 5 in 1. I gave up the two wifi cables and used the Poynting 7 in 1 antenna. My Pepwave MAX Transit Duo had the dual SIM card slots and cellular was more important than...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 01-04-2022, 09:31 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,647
Posted By wineteam
I am sure your are right. Those numbers were a...

I am sure your are right. Those numbers were a copy and paste from the Ford trailering guide. After all it is only a 1/2 ton truck. With passengers, dog and supplies I have about 800 lbs in the...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 01-03-2022, 03:21 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,647
Posted By wineteam
Platinum trim level SuperCab w/ 4WD

Platinum trim level SuperCab w/ 4WD
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 01-03-2022, 11:57 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,647
Posted By wineteam
Payload capacity

3.5L EcoBoost V6 - 375 HP @ 5,000 470 lb.-ft. @ 3,500
13,200 Max tow
3,230 Max payload
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 01-03-2022, 11:19 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,647
Posted By wineteam
Since I'm one of those people that like to scoot...

Since I'm one of those people that like to scoot around on their backs reviewing the underside of my TV from time to time, I've added a photo of the sticker attached to my hitch with the weight...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 01-03-2022, 09:19 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,647
Posted By wineteam
I think you will be fine without the ProPride...

I think you will be fine without the ProPride installed. The real issue is the capacity of your TV hitch. My Ford F150 hitch is rated at 500lb capacity without the WD attached. The capacity jumps...
Forum: Computers, Internet & Satellite 01-02-2022, 05:39 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,364
Posted By wineteam
Where to connect power

So ETroup, I have the orange and white wire pair where the MIMO antenna wires terminate on the driver side above the speaker enclosure. I love your idea of abandoning the two wires marked for wifi...
Forum: Trailer Values 11-19-2021, 09:53 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,590
Posted By wineteam
Still at it

We originally listed the AS at a price recommended by the AS dealer that sold the FC to us which was 95+% of our purchase price. I did that for a couple weeks but all I received were scam message. ...
Forum: Trailer Values 11-18-2021, 09:23 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,590
Posted By wineteam
Consignment Selling

I am in the process of selling our 2021 FC 25FBT. I have listed on Craigslist, Airstream Classifieds, Airstream Marketplace and FB Marketplace. I was approached via FB Marketplace by someone...
Forum: On The Road... 10-21-2021, 09:27 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,452
Posted By wineteam
https://polkassociates-llc.com/ Polk...

https://polkassociates-llc.com/

Polk Associates gave a seminar recently at the Region 12 rally in Paso Robles. They appraise 25 - 40 AS per month and give you a nice packet as a sales tool. They...
Forum: Computers, Internet & Satellite 10-11-2021, 12:52 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,364
Posted By wineteam
Thank you for posting this. I'm taking receipt...

Thank you for posting this. I'm taking receipt of a 2022 GT 27FB later this week and have see they now are pre-wired for these external antennas. Love the bracket you made as it makes sense to get...
Forum: Airstream Classifieds 10-11-2021, 12:04 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 269
Posted By wineteam
2021 Airstream Flying Cloud 25 - California

2021 Flying Cloud Front Bed Twin for sale. Picked up in August 2020 from Bay Area Airstream Adventures, Fairfield California. Decided we needed a longer Airstream so selling our current trailer.
...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 09-21-2021, 10:11 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,497
Posted By wineteam
I live in a hill and have short but mighty 6%...

I live in a hill and have short but mighty 6% grade to get to the side of my house. I have used the Trailer Valet, PowerCaster and Parkit360 units. My AS dealer sold me the Trailer Valet when I...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 09-15-2021, 04:53 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,010
Posted By wineteam
Thanks everyone for the input! Looks like my...

Thanks everyone for the input! Looks like my best option is to add 3 more 90W solar panels the factory provides. Those are Zamp panels as well and will get me close to where I want to be for total...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 09-14-2021, 07:42 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,010
Posted By wineteam
Additional solar

We decided we needed a little more room and are getting a 2022 GT 27FB. We ordered from the factory but the dealer ended up with a GT with almost everything we wanted now. In our current AS we have...
Forum: On The Road... 07-08-2021, 09:15 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,793
Posted By wineteam
Same experience as the other comments. No...

Same experience as the other comments. No registration. We have both ATT & Verizon plans so we hotspot whichever phone has the best reception in our camping location. If no cell signal is...
Forum: Our Community 05-05-2021, 10:39 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,462
Posted By wineteam
We have used Trailer Valet RVR9 (tank tread...

We have used Trailer Valet RVR9 (tank tread model), Power Caster and ParkIt360. We have a driveway with short incline/decline of 6-8%. From what I have read a 3% incline will increase the weight...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 01-03-2021, 11:44 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 16,324
Posted By wineteam
Our 2021 FC 25FBT has a small ledge in the...

Our 2021 FC 25FBT has a small ledge in the wardrobe. That fits a 3 bottle styrofoam shipper perfectly. I attached some Command strips that have the velcro to the box and the skin. I applied some...
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