Journey with Confidence RV GPS App RV Trip Planner RV LIFE Campground Reviews RV Maintenance Take a Speed Test Free 7 Day Trial ×
 

Go Back   Airstream Forums > Search Forums
Reload this Page Search Results
Click Here to Login
Register Vendors FAQ Community Calendar Today's Posts Search Log in

Join Air Forums Today
Page 1 of 6 1 23456
Showing results 1 to 50 of 271
Search took 0.03 seconds. Search: Posts Made By: TankerIP
Forum: Brakes & Brake Controllers 02-21-2024, 10:03 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 382
Posted By TankerIP
Is it the Brakes or the Controller?

Is it the brakes or the controller?

Two weeks ago I noticed on my controller that brakes did not release when I took my foot off the brake. The display continued to show 2.7, for instance. Left...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 06-24-2023, 02:47 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,069
Posted By TankerIP
How to Check Battery Health

Hey basic question. How do you check the health of your batteries? I know the batteries will discharge on their own just sitting. Also, there may be voltage drains from the trailer.

I charged my...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 06-05-2023, 06:25 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 8,594
Posted By TankerIP
A common duct system

I think it's a common duct system. At first I was concerned. Then after having to camp in spots with only 30amps I realized I was able to get a good amount of cooling going through the trailer with...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 05-22-2023, 06:39 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 8,594
Posted By TankerIP
Mine will not pull out from wall. The 2019 FC...

Mine will not pull out from wall. The 2019 FC config was to keep it flat on the wall. Only the bedroom TV can be rotated and tilted.
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 05-11-2023, 06:19 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,719
Posted By TankerIP
Installing Battery Disconnect Switch - Which ground?

I got one of those copper/brass disconnect switches from Amazon. I intended to attach to the negative post of the battery when I discovered that both batteries have a ground cord from their negative...
Forum: Brakes & Brake Controllers 01-17-2023, 07:41 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 651
Posted By TankerIP
Moving and Stop - the same

While moving. I am very much aware of it now. If I have to make a more sudden stop with the trailer in tow, I reach down and put my hand on the controller, then use the manual 'squeeze' application...
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 01-16-2023, 07:15 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 7,698
Posted By TankerIP
Happens to Me

About 2 out of every 10 times I connect while camping my fresh tank might start to fill after applying city water pressure. Last time I did not catch it until I saw the puddle from the leak at the...
Forum: Brakes & Brake Controllers 01-16-2023, 07:05 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 651
Posted By TankerIP
Tekonsha controller error?

I have an older Tekonsha Prodigy. Just recently when I apply the brakes the maximum indication is only about 0,4 - 0.5, regardless of how I have adjusted the little knob wheel on the left. If I need...
Forum: Stoves, Ovens & Microwaves 01-15-2023, 12:31 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 9,879
Posted By TankerIP
It's nice of @Paprika to pass on the manual. ...

It's nice of @Paprika to pass on the manual. But, It is still complicated to use as is. I have it on a tablet and have to refer to it, because I still cannot remember from one trip to the next how...
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 01-12-2023, 05:56 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,179
Posted By TankerIP
That's what I have-but not what's broken

I am so glad you guys showed me this part. I can now talk to Delta. What is broken the part of the shower head that is inserted in to this U4002. In fact there is a part of the shower head still...
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 01-08-2023, 11:31 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,179
Posted By TankerIP
Question Delta Shower Head Broke - replacement?

The Delta shower head inexplicably broke off the at the part that hangs on the hook device on the wall. I would like to replace it one for one without having screw some other unit into the wall. It...
Forum: Tires 07-23-2022, 08:41 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,039
Posted By TankerIP
Tire Covers - easy installation?

I'm trying to pick some tire covers. There are a lot of recommendations and a ton of sellers on Amazon. But what the restraints I see to keep them on? How hard is it to affix those straps on the...
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 05-29-2022, 08:45 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,376
Posted By TankerIP
Mine is overfilling too!

This has happened to me before. Fresh level goes up to 100%. But, it has never overflowed until today. I found water dripping out of the water fill compartment to the ground. Turned city water...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 08-18-2021, 08:34 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 9,922
Posted By TankerIP
New Truck - It's a jungle out there

I am just starting to research this Tow Vehicle forum. We are thinking about replacing our '09 Ram Diesel - tough to do but maybe necessary. And, now the dilemma:confused:: 1/2 ton gas vs 3/4 ton...
Forum: Stoves, Ovens & Microwaves 05-28-2021, 08:35 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 9,879
Posted By TankerIP
Use Air Fryer?

When we got our 25FB we had never used, or seen anybody use, an air fryer.
A month ago our son gave us an air fryer ( A ninja). Well, this was fantastic! Now we can't wait to try out the one in the...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 04-18-2020, 06:18 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 853
Posted By TankerIP
But don't we think that Airstream JC should have...

But don't we think that Airstream JC should have supplied a battery disconnect switch? With instructions on when and how it should be used.

Should not they also have put in the owner's manual a...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 04-17-2020, 06:32 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 853
Posted By TankerIP
Battery Complaint -- "Beat the Dead Horse"

Two months ago the dealer replaced my batteries under warranty. They said a "couple of cells" were bad in OEM batteries. I suspected they were let to draw down while trailer was new on the lot, and...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 02-16-2020, 02:55 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 7,551
Posted By TankerIP
It Depends...

We had a 22'. It did get warm on some days but we learned the secret to survival was airflow. So we used an oscillating fan most days. Worked very well.

Now we have the two AC's but still...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 12-27-2019, 11:10 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,864
Posted By TankerIP
More Research....

Thanks to everyone for the replies. I immediately plugged the trailer in to shore power to start a long charging period. I will now look for a hydrometer. I want to be able know the condition of...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 12-26-2019, 08:37 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,864
Posted By TankerIP
Battery Disconnect: Bad Design, Warranty Issue, or Just live with it?

A few weeks ago we returned home from a trip. Batteries were fully charged and I put the BattSw in "store". 15 days later I went out to check battery and it indicated only 9.7 volts. I plugged...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 11-11-2019, 01:32 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,431
Posted By TankerIP
Question Winterization/Water Tank Draining

I am confused.

I'm struggling through the process of draining system and following the manual where I can. The manual tells me I need to work with the water heater bypass valve, which on my...
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 10-19-2019, 07:19 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,216
Posted By TankerIP
Yes that's correct. Retired many years ago.

Yes that's correct. Retired many years ago.
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 10-15-2019, 05:29 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,216
Posted By TankerIP
Aerowood you are right. My problem was nobody...

Aerowood you are right. My problem was nobody could tell me what adapter I needed. I looked at parts manual, called the regulator company, searched online, and checked this forum. I was sure...
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 10-15-2019, 04:35 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,216
Posted By TankerIP
FIXED - Found hose and Adapter

I went to my Airstream dealer who told me they had the 15" hose and I needed their adapter to make it work. The hose was only $11 (less than online). The adapter fitting was a brass 1/4" Male NPT x...
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 10-15-2019, 09:01 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,216
Posted By TankerIP
What adapter do you think will work? I have not...

What adapter do you think will work? I have not confirmed that the inlet to the regulator is 3/8 pipe thread or 1/4. I need to know what to order.

I tried to call Cavagna but can't get the...
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 10-11-2019, 04:24 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,216
Posted By TankerIP
Pigtail Fitting Size

I want to replace one of my 12" pigtails with a 15". It will make it easier to attach my adapter for a hose to run my grill, same as the setup on my old 22' we lost this year.

I'm trying to...
Forum: Stoves, Ovens & Microwaves 09-16-2019, 02:39 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 9,879
Posted By TankerIP
Digital Manuals

There several missing manuals when we got our 25FB. Maybe like you, I wanted to see some "suggested recipes" so we would know how to use the Air Fryer. We got a pan and a wire stand but don't...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 08-27-2019, 12:12 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,081
Posted By TankerIP
Update

What I learned in this experiment was to never use the fan mode of one unit while using the other unit to cool. It just brings in more hot air.

We only had one A/C in our previous 22'. We...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 08-26-2019, 05:53 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,081
Posted By TankerIP
One A/C in the South Texas Heat

Today at Davis Mountains it is 98 deg. With 30 amps I can only use one A/C. Currently, the rear, living area (No 2) A/C is on. I’m told this is the 15,000BTU A/C. Now using the IR temperature gun...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 07-23-2019, 01:47 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 497
Posted By TankerIP
Overhead Cabinets Have a Backing?

After 3 months in our 2019 25FB I just figured out that overhead cabinets in front and back have backing built it. That is to say there is a wood back instead of having just the aluminum skin. ...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 07-23-2019, 01:40 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,448
Posted By TankerIP
Can you change the fixed mount?

Will Airstream change the fixed mount to a somewhat adjustable mount? I wonder if the wall would support such? I wouldn't want to spend a fortune for the change, but it might be nice.
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 07-20-2019, 07:45 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 8,594
Posted By TankerIP
Part of the problem....

After reading 5050MIke's reply I understand some of the problem. The temp sensor for zone 2 (living area) is located directly behind and affected by the temperature of the TV. Our TV is on. Using...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 07-19-2019, 04:28 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 8,594
Posted By TankerIP
A/C Thermostat Settings for 2 Zones

I'm having some difficulty if figuring out how to set the thermostats between the front and rear for air conditioning. And how to keep temperatures balanced.

Where are the temperature sensors...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 06-23-2019, 06:03 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 794
Posted By TankerIP
We just took delivery of our new FC. The...

We just took delivery of our new FC. The cushions are not hard. Did you get your new ones directly from Airstream? Can you tell us why you had to buy new cushions for your recent (2019) Airstream?...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 06-14-2019, 07:49 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 11,485
Posted By TankerIP
Thanks AirstreamCSH for the explanation. But...

Thanks AirstreamCSH for the explanation.
But you said
" The red light illuminates whenever there is 12-VDC available to the latching relay so it is possible to have the switch in the STORE mode...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 06-13-2019, 04:14 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,318
Posted By TankerIP
I used the 50 to 30amp dongle that Airstream...

I used the 50 to 30amp dongle that Airstream supplied to me with the trailer. Do you think there is a way that those adapters could be wired to supply both legs of power?
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 06-13-2019, 03:54 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,318
Posted By TankerIP
Honda Generator Test for the 25FB

I started both my Honda generators today to test out how the new Airstream worked off this pair of generators for 30amps. A few surprises.

First, I wanted to use my new surge protector. As...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 06-11-2019, 07:31 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 11,485
Posted By TankerIP
Okay...so maybe I need to recognize that the...

Okay...so maybe I need to recognize that the converters in modern Airstreams are smart enough to protect the batteries. I have read that they have variable charging modes. And, hopefully, the lower...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 06-11-2019, 05:34 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 11,485
Posted By TankerIP
Manual Quote: "The battery disconnect switch...

Manual Quote:

"The battery disconnect switch is used to separate the batteries from the 12-volt distribution panel

When the trailer is plugged into an external AC power source the 12-volt...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 06-11-2019, 05:08 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 11,485
Posted By TankerIP
Battery Disconnect Switch Function on New Airstreams

Things are different on our new FC 25FB. I was told that I need to leave the battery switch on all the time except when the unit is stored and not used. This is different than the practice on my...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 04-30-2019, 08:52 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,108
Posted By TankerIP
Circuit Checker with new Airstream

Airstream gave us a little circuit checker with our new Airstream. It was one of those little yellow ones that you plug in to a wall socket to check the electric circuit. It came in the box with...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 04-29-2019, 12:08 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,286
Posted By TankerIP
We have the 25FB Queen now. It was a front...

We have the 25FB Queen now.

It was a front bedroom (but only a full bed). There was hardly any "walking around" room, because designers converted all space available to some sort of storage...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 04-29-2019, 09:20 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 517
Posted By TankerIP
Protect Interior Skin?

Anybody worry about scratching the interior skin when loading your trailer? What do you do to protect the finish?

I notice the overhead cabinets have skin showing, so if you put dishes,...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 04-29-2019, 08:32 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 695
Posted By TankerIP
Protect Interior Skin?

Anybody worry about scratching the interior skin when loading your trailer? What do you do to protect the finish?

I notice the overhead cabinets have skin showing, so if you put dishes,...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 04-28-2019, 09:01 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,709
Posted By TankerIP
12V Outlet or Access on 25FB Flying Cloud

We had a 12V outlet in our old 2002 22' International. It was good to use to run a couple of O2Cool fans when were sleeping at Walmart or rest areas in the summer.

On our new 2019 25FB Flying...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 04-28-2019, 04:25 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,286
Posted By TankerIP
New 25FB - Trying to Figure it All out.

We have our new 2019 25FB Flying Cloud at the house. It's a replacement for our 2002 22' International AS...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 04-28-2019, 07:41 AM
Replies: 405
Views: 113,284
Posted By TankerIP
You're probably close. I also figured 3-4K to...

You're probably close. I also figured 3-4K to transport to JC. I also needed new fridge(propane cooling issues). Other "irritants" are: Since furniture has been twice removed at JC it doesn't hang...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 04-27-2019, 09:51 PM
Replies: 405
Views: 113,284
Posted By TankerIP
Our Frame-Break Story

Two weeks ago , we were traveling back from the East Coast to Texas. Louisiana roads were typically bad. We stopped at the Texas Welcome Center where I checked the status inside and noticed the...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 04-26-2019, 09:26 AM
Replies: 405
Views: 113,284
Posted By TankerIP
Final Days - Complete Failure

Here's what happened to ours. We had a nice 15 year run with it. But now it's toast. A 25FB FC will replace our little 22'. Sad day.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 04-20-2019, 08:52 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 9,339
Posted By TankerIP
I met someone in Jacksonville towing a new 22...

I met someone in Jacksonville towing a new 22 Sport with a Porsche. Amazed to see it. But the vehicle pair looked cute. The were headed to west coast. I think full timing for about 6 months or...
Showing results 1 to 50 of 271
Page 1 of 6 1 23456

 

Featured Campgrounds

Reviews provided by

Disclaimer:

This website is not affiliated with or endorsed by the Airstream, Inc. or any of its affiliates. Airstream is a registered trademark of Airstream Inc. All rights reserved. Airstream trademark used under license to Social Knowledge LLC.



All times are GMT -6. The time now is 09:53 PM.

Contact Us - Airstream Trailer & Motorhome Owners Community - Sitemap - RVLife - Community Rules - Terms of Service - Privacy - Accessibility - Top

Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.8 Beta 1
Copyright ©2000 - 2024, Jelsoft Enterprises Ltd.