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Forum: 2006 - 2010 Classic (all lengths) 11-14-2023, 04:28 PM
Replies: 1,114
Views: 207,747
Posted By jwgreen
My neighbor here at NTAC found a 2006 30' Classic...

My neighbor here at NTAC found a 2006 30' Classic slide out for sale in Sarasota, FL posted on Facebook marketplace by Genie. Anybody familiar with this unit? Neighbor has sent a message to the...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 09-08-2023, 11:55 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,611
Posted By jwgreen
Good answer except that the owner won't ask the...

Good answer except that the owner won't ask the MB dealer because she's mad at them. Also, there's a 50/50 chance that Airstream could have moved it when they upfit their interior. I also plan to...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 09-08-2023, 11:26 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,611
Posted By jwgreen
Where's the jack on an Interstate 19?

HELP! My neighbor has a 2021 Interstate 19 built on the MB Sprinter chassis. She asked me to help her buy a jack (for tire change) because her rig doesn't have a jack. I don't believe AS would sell a...
Forum: 2006 - 2010 Classic (all lengths) 05-14-2023, 04:20 PM
Replies: 1,114
Views: 207,747
Posted By jwgreen
What is the recommended lubricant/grease to use...

What is the recommended lubricant/grease to use on the slide out gears, gear rack, rollers, etc?
Forum: General Interior Topics 01-13-2023, 10:35 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 466
Posted By jwgreen
Replacing old TV in front overhead locker

I'm helping a buddy restore a 2006 34' couch slide out. It has the old type TV with a CRT 19" screen. The TV has been removed and he's wondering about how to modify the overhead locker for a new flat...
Forum: 2006 - 2010 Classic (all lengths) 06-26-2022, 09:18 AM
Replies: 1,114
Views: 207,747
Posted By jwgreen
I have a 2007 34SO with a front Dometic heat pump...

I have a 2007 34SO with a front Dometic heat pump and a rear Dometic A/C unit only. I installed the Micro-Air Easy Touch RV thermostat last year. The installation instructions included are pretty...
Forum: Phone, CB & Ham Radio 05-15-2022, 06:50 AM
Replies: 576
Views: 128,697
Posted By jwgreen
I don't have any records about our members who...

I don't have any records about our members who are CW ops, sorry. You're welcome to visit the rally (day pass required) and then inquire on 146.430 mhz if anyone is a CW op and if the club station is...
Forum: Phone, CB & Ham Radio 05-13-2022, 08:36 AM
Replies: 576
Views: 128,697
Posted By jwgreen
Greetings from the North Texas Airstream...

Greetings from the North Texas Airstream Community in Hillsboro, TX where we currently have 10 hams. My home station here is a FT-1000 Mk5 into a 4BTV vertical behind the house. Rig in the AS is a...
Forum: Airstream Classifieds 06-27-2021, 03:51 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 445
Posted By jwgreen
1978 Airstream Sovereign 31 - Illinois

1978 31 Airstream Land Yacht Sovereign for sale. It s time to hang up the hitch and let someone new enjoy an Airstream. Original interior and all appliances work including newer air conditioner....
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 04-07-2021, 11:24 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 9,056
Posted By jwgreen
My first tow vehicle was a used 1973...

My first tow vehicle was a used 1973 International Travelall that I bought in 1976. It had an AMC 390 CID V8 and a Chrysler Torqueflite transmission. The previous owner had removed all of the...
Forum: Computers, Internet & Satellite 04-04-2021, 01:31 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,952
Posted By jwgreen
Don't be too concerned that the WeBoost antenna...

Don't be too concerned that the WeBoost antenna is not perfectly parallel to the ground. The height above the ground is approximately 13 ft. and a vertically polarized yagi will not impair signal...
Forum: General Repair Forum 03-31-2021, 10:46 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,547
Posted By jwgreen
I suggest you call Micro-Air in NJ and ask them...

I suggest you call Micro-Air in NJ and ask them about this generator. They have extensive experience with many different brands and can give you realistic answers, not just opinions.
Forum: Our Community 03-28-2021, 02:47 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 15,214
Posted By jwgreen
My AS is parked in the covered trailer port...

My AS is parked in the covered trailer port that's part of my home in the North Texas Airstream Community in Hillsboro, TX. I have a 50A power outlet, water faucet, and sewer connection. It's open on...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 03-21-2021, 09:26 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,593
Posted By jwgreen
I suggest you purchase a product named Corrosion...

I suggest you purchase a product named Corrosion X. Apply it to the male plug and then plug and unplug it 10 or more times with more Corrosion X applied every two or three times. It works great on...
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 03-13-2021, 09:54 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 783
Posted By jwgreen
I replaced the Thetford toilet flush valve and...

I replaced the Thetford toilet flush valve and cleaned the spray head inside the toilet rim. Both plugged with lime (calcium carbonate & magnesium carbonate) particles the size of sand. Also the...
Forum: 2006 - 2010 Classic (all lengths) 03-13-2021, 09:45 AM
Replies: 1,114
Views: 207,747
Posted By jwgreen
Checked WTB Airstreams today, no post for any 28...

Checked WTB Airstreams today, no post for any 28 ft.+. Will watch if a new post is made.
Forum: 2006 - 2010 Classic (all lengths) 03-12-2021, 03:04 PM
Replies: 1,114
Views: 207,747
Posted By jwgreen
2008/9 34 ft. Classic LTD s/o for sale in Rockport, TX

Posted by jwgreen@mtco, SOS #13

Staying in Rockport for March. Just drove by a 2008/9 34 ft. Classic LTD with a slide out sitting on a lot for sale. Awnings all around, queen bed. Did NOT see...
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 02-21-2021, 09:35 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,823
Posted By jwgreen
I was in the mobile/RV water filtration & water...

I was in the mobile/RV water filtration & water softening business (Premier Aqua Solutions) from 2006-10. Retired and sold the business to one of my dealers. My water processing system is a tank type...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 11-22-2020, 10:25 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 13,419
Posted By jwgreen
Older tow vehicles

While it is accurate that Wally Byam was an advocate for using a passenger car as a tow vehicle, remember that the passenger cars in the 50's & 60's were of body on frame construction, just like...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 11-22-2020, 10:09 AM
Replies: 94
Views: 11,807
Posted By jwgreen
No white knuckle towing allowed

I have towed AS 34ft. triple axle trailers since 1995. Original TV was a '95 Chevy crew cab 3500 dually with a 454 gas engine. Next TV was a '96 Dodge RAM 2500 with the 8.0L V-10 gas engine. Traded...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 11-18-2020, 10:31 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 13,419
Posted By jwgreen
My TV is a 2011 Dodge RAM 3500 DRW with the...

My TV is a 2011 Dodge RAM 3500 DRW with the Cummins 6.7L non DEF engine and Chrysler built 68RE transmission. I tow a 2007 Airstream 34 ft. with slide out trailer. Loaded to around 12,500 lbs. I have...
Forum: Our Community 11-18-2020, 10:18 AM
Replies: 109
Views: 29,163
Posted By jwgreen
Twin beds for us!

Bought our first Airstream, a 1977 31 ft. International, in 1991, the year of our 25th anniversary. It had twin beds and a rear bath. We then traded it in 1995 for a 1991 34 ft. Excella with twin...
Forum: Electronics & Connectivity 08-30-2020, 03:48 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 462
Posted By jwgreen
I'm using a Yaesu FT-847 in my AS. I installed a...

I'm using a Yaesu FT-847 in my AS. I installed a base mount on the air baffle fin on the roof near the front A/C. I then mount a Yaesu ATAS-100 mobile antenna ("screwdriver") on the base which auto...
Forum: Boondocking 08-30-2020, 01:01 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 3,991
Posted By jwgreen
Salient points about cell service

Regardless of the carrier, using any cellular device inside your Airstream is a bad idea. The aluminum shell is an excellent RF shield, also called a Farraday cage. I had a Verizon Jetpack mobile...
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 07-26-2020, 03:52 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,912
Posted By jwgreen
I do not use the Camco blue inline water filters....

I do not use the Camco blue inline water filters. I prefer the filter cartridges that go in a filter canister. I use a 10 micron string wound or melt blown plastic foam sediment filter first, then my...
Forum: On The Road... 07-26-2020, 03:40 PM
Replies: 117
Views: 16,825
Posted By jwgreen
I'll be 76 in 2 months and my spouse is 74 and...

I'll be 76 in 2 months and my spouse is 74 and our feet still itch to hit the road with our AS following us. Started Airstreaming in 1991 with a '77 31 ft. International. Was still working until...
Forum: General Interior Topics 07-19-2020, 10:43 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 5,837
Posted By jwgreen
Alternate solution

If you don't want the bother of listing your trailers on eBay and then dealing with potential buyers along with the troubles that brings, give Kevin or Steve Ruth a call at P & S Trailer Service in...
Forum: Trailer Values 06-03-2020, 12:58 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,312
Posted By jwgreen
I have a 2007 Classic LTD 34 SO purchased in...

I have a 2007 Classic LTD 34 SO purchased in 2015. Was appraised by Jim @ Polk appraisals last fall (2019). It's worth about $10K more now that when I bought it. Now valued around $70K. I added a...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-15-2020, 10:30 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 5,368
Posted By jwgreen
Size matters

OK, for those of you with an AS 25 ft. or less, gas is fine. In my case, I currently have a 2007 Classic LTD 34 ft. w/slideout...about 12k lbs. when loaded. Before that, we had a 1999 Excella 34 ft.,...
Forum: Interior Restoration Forum 02-19-2020, 08:37 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 949
Posted By jwgreen
Excellent replacement mattress

We purchased our current AS, a 2007 Classic LTD 34SO with twin beds in 2015. We are the 3rd owner of this trailer. We decided to replace the original mattresses with something better. We live in...
Forum: General Interior Topics 02-11-2020, 08:45 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,663
Posted By jwgreen
Another Airstream shop you should consider for...

Another Airstream shop you should consider for your project is P & S Trailer Service in Helena, OH. This is a 3 generation family company that has done work for me. Their shop did a total restoration...
Forum: General Interior Topics 02-09-2020, 05:38 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,663
Posted By jwgreen
Since you live in NC and CCC is just outside of...

Since you live in NC and CCC is just outside of Raleigh, why not just make a trip and talk to them in person to get a feel for their backlog, etc? I visited their shop last summer and found them to...
Forum: On The Road... 10-27-2019, 03:54 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,098
Posted By jwgreen
You didn't mention if you're having...

You didn't mention if you're having maintenance/performance issues with your Duramax. Is it high mileage, due for major repairs, i.e., injector replacement, CP3/4 fuel pump issues, etc. It's best to...
Forum: Boondocking 10-09-2019, 10:34 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 7,640
Posted By jwgreen
I think you received a lot of replies with good...

I think you received a lot of replies with good reasons. You also received some humorous replies. The real question or comment is: Why did you feel it was necessary to post your question on Air...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 10-06-2019, 10:37 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 5,016
Posted By jwgreen
It depends on the age of the Airstream. I do my...

It depends on the age of the Airstream. I do my own work on an older trailer, yes. On a newer trailer with electronic systems using a data bus, absolutely not. Except maybe simple stuff like drawer...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 09-01-2019, 09:32 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 11,888
Posted By jwgreen
We've had 4 Airstream trailers starting with a...

We've had 4 Airstream trailers starting with a '77 we bought in 1991. That was the year of our 25th (silver) anniversary, so we got something silver, our first Airstream. It had twin beds midship...
Forum: Brakes & Brake Controllers 08-14-2019, 11:01 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,520
Posted By jwgreen
Bill Snider, the Dexter rep at the Doswell rally,...

Bill Snider, the Dexter rep at the Doswell rally, knows what he's talking about. He looked at the calipers on my 2007 34SO and said they were Dexter calipers and that I had plenty of pad material...
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 08-14-2019, 10:52 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,482
Posted By jwgreen
If the ambient air temperature is cold/cool when...

If the ambient air temperature is cold/cool when you filled the tanks and the temperature warms up, the tanks will vent normally. Since it's outside the trailer, this is not hazardous and will...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 08-14-2019, 10:46 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,400
Posted By jwgreen
My 2007 Classic has factory 50A service. In 2017,...

My 2007 Classic has factory 50A service. In 2017, I replaced the Marinco (Hubbel twist lock) trailer connector with a 50A Smart Plug trailer connector (larger metal to metal contacts=cooler under...
Forum: Plumbing - Systems & Fixtures 05-29-2019, 09:21 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 7,688
Posted By jwgreen
water filter recommendation

I am the former owner of Premier Aqua Solutions, a mobile vendor, and a 25+ year member of WBCCI. I recommend the 2 filter in series arrangement if you don't use a portable, ion exchange, water...
Forum: 2006 - 2010 Classic (all lengths) 04-16-2019, 07:36 AM
Replies: 1,114
Views: 207,747
Posted By jwgreen
Slide out parking at Doswell?

Doubtful. Someone would have had to request it months ago, request would require approval by the rally committee. Due to staggered parking dates, very difficult to park individual units into specific...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 03-24-2019, 01:44 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 18,183
Posted By jwgreen
If your Jeep Grand Cherokee has a factory trailer...

If your Jeep Grand Cherokee has a factory trailer brake control, use it. I'm towing a 2007 34SO (12K lbs.) with a 2011 Dodge RAM 3500 crew cab long bed dually. It was factory equipped with the ITBC,...
Forum: Steps 03-24-2019, 01:31 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 14,662
Posted By jwgreen
Personally, I wouldn't look for parts at ODM. You...

Personally, I wouldn't look for parts at ODM. You can call the factory Airstream service center and ask the for an "exploded parts diagram" for the folding step. It identifies each part in the step...
Forum: On The Road... 03-03-2019, 11:36 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,323
Posted By jwgreen
If you are a member of WBCCI, you can join the...

If you are a member of WBCCI, you can join the WBCCI Amateur Radio Club. Go to rvsvcnet.wbcci.net for more info. If you are not a member of WBCCI, you can still join as a "net member." The club...
Forum: 2006 - 2010 Classic (all lengths) 02-26-2019, 06:57 AM
Replies: 1,114
Views: 207,747
Posted By jwgreen
I had the identical problem on my 2007. The slide...

I had the identical problem on my 2007. The slide locks would deploy and retract but the slide out motor would not turn on. Inside each of the lock arm compartments is a microswitch that is closed...
Forum: Financing 01-27-2019, 01:44 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 20,383
Posted By jwgreen
It comes down to the issue of trust. I agreed to...

It comes down to the issue of trust. I agreed to purchase my 2007 Classic 34SO with a seller in SC. I furnished several references that the seller could check out such as my 20+ year membership in...
Forum: 2016 - Current Classic (all lengths) 01-09-2019, 12:56 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,700
Posted By jwgreen
I was in the water filter & softener (for RV)...

I was in the water filter & softener (for RV) business for 5 years, Premier Aqua Solutions, based in Illinois. I attended many AS rallies as well as most of the other clubs and RV shows in FL & PA. I...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 08-06-2018, 04:34 PM
Replies: 116
Views: 33,554
Posted By jwgreen
I bought a used 2007 34 ft. Classic Limited SO in...

I bought a used 2007 34 ft. Classic Limited SO in 2015. Seller included his Hensley hitch. My tow vehicle is a 2011 RAM 3500 long bed dually is used for my previous 34 ft. Classic w/o a slide. A...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 06-03-2018, 09:54 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 18,650
Posted By jwgreen
Micro-Air will be at WBCCI rally in Salem, OR

I didn't see that the question of whether Micro-Air will be at the 2018 WBCCI International Rally in Salem, OR later this month was answered. I am the vendor chairman for this rally and can affirm...
Forum: Tires 03-23-2018, 02:34 PM
Replies: 245
Views: 84,255
Posted By jwgreen
Tire size change and clearance

I have a 2007 34 ft. Classic with a slide out that I purchased in September, 2015. The previous owner replaced the OEM 15 in. rims with alloy 16 in rims and mounted Firestone LT225/75R16 LR E truck...
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