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Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 04-08-2024, 09:10 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 369
Posted By FishByFly
Sumo Springs and Sumo Coils

We got a 2023 F150 last fall. Towed twice last fall with standard factory setup. This winter, I installed sumo coils on the front springs and sumo springs (blue) on the rear. (This is NOT about...
Forum: Electronics & Connectivity 04-08-2024, 08:52 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,479
Posted By FishByFly
From my experience, not a lot of degradation on...

From my experience, not a lot of degradation on the signal. I use my phone to stream video and as a hotspot for my laptop. At times I’ll just walk over to a window! If it is really important, go...
Forum: Member Introductions 04-05-2024, 01:51 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 591
Posted By FishByFly
I’ve a 2023 F150 and wanted to set this up too....

I’ve a 2023 F150 and wanted to set this up too. Our trailer is a 25fb with a weight distribution hitch, Hensley. The sticker approach just doesn’t seem to be an options. I started down the yaw sensor...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 04-01-2024, 07:41 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 6,114
Posted By FishByFly
We have a 25’ FC with 30amp system. Yes. If we...

We have a 25’ FC with 30amp system. Yes. If we have the AC on and turn on the convection/microwave, we trip the breaker. So, it requires an energy management…and spouse trailing. Really isn’t a big...
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 03-19-2024, 01:19 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,994
Posted By FishByFly
I replaced the hose and nozzle with items from...

I replaced the hose and nozzle with items from Home Depot. In the shower facet components area, they have a 60” stainless hose and small spray nozzle. The hose coils well into the existing...
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 03-18-2024, 04:18 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,994
Posted By FishByFly
Some campsites are great places to wash your...

Some campsites are great places to wash your trailer. I typically have a few chores and upkeep to do.
Forum: 2016 - Current Classic (all lengths) 03-14-2024, 10:34 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 11,589
Posted By FishByFly
116357 Return grille, Merv8 filter

I’m looking to order 116357 Return grille, Merv8 filter and replace my existing two return air grills. Who has made this mod and where did you purchase the replacement parts
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 03-07-2024, 08:01 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 12,660
Posted By FishByFly
Well put! And there are those here that...

Well put!

And there are those here that still don’t admit to changing their grey water tank to black water by be peeing in the shower.
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 03-01-2024, 04:49 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 12,660
Posted By FishByFly
I’m in agreement that we should not cavalierly...

I’m in agreement that we should not cavalierly dump grey water at campgrounds and other public spaces. However, to drain your grey water with appropriate consideration and where legal is not an...
Forum: Forum Admin, News and Member Account Info 02-18-2024, 09:01 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,922
Posted By FishByFly
The App is dead, discontinued, defunct,...

The App is dead, discontinued, defunct, disconnected…no more. Sad.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 12-17-2023, 09:51 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,632
Posted By FishByFly
I’ve driven two diesel F250s over the past 15...

I’ve driven two diesel F250s over the past 15 years. Got these specifically to tow our airstreams. The first I had five years before it was stolen. I loved that truck; 2007 King Ranch. The second was...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 12-10-2023, 06:03 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 7,721
Posted By FishByFly
FORD Started with a F150 to tow a 28’. Next...

FORD

Started with a F150 to tow a 28’. Next was a F250 diesel to tow a 30’ bunkhouse and then a 25’. When my diesel died this year, (no one talks about diesels failing prematurely. At 100k, my...
Forum: Forum Admin, News and Member Account Info 11-06-2023, 08:54 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 7,092
Posted By FishByFly
I’ll pile on here. The website is not as user...

I’ll pile on here. The website is not as user friendly and the APP. I had several threads I’ve been following…for years. Some go back 2003 before we got our first trailer. I’m very disappointed for...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 10-25-2023, 06:56 PM
Replies: 407
Views: 74,380
Posted By FishByFly
Long story: I got my first f250 2007 to tow a...

Long story:
I got my first f250 2007 to tow a ‘05 30’ bunkhouse.

That truck got stolen at the Chicago boat and tv show. Replaced that f250 with another 2010.

In 2017, got a 25’ FBQ. Towing...
Forum: Our Community 10-12-2023, 12:48 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,336
Posted By FishByFly
We have a 2017 25’ FBQ Flying Cloud. I’m a fly...

We have a 2017 25’ FBQ Flying Cloud. I’m a fly fisher as well who took this to Yellowstone three summers ago. My wife, German shepherd, and I endorse the queen setup.

Sure, there are upsides on...
Forum: Our Community 07-02-2023, 03:20 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,334
Posted By FishByFly
$$$$$ 🥴

$$$$$ 🥴
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 06-03-2023, 06:52 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 7,646
Posted By FishByFly
I’ve a F250 with a roll n lock tonneau cover....

I’ve a F250 with a roll n lock tonneau cover. Actually, this is my third truck that I’ve equipped with the roll n lock. I love the flexibility, and security. Feel item to consider:
1. During cold...
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 05-13-2023, 06:07 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 10,320
Posted By FishByFly
From my experience, I may start out with a full...

From my experience, I may start out with a full potable water tank. The waste tanks are typically empty or near empty.

The gray water comes mostly from the potable water tank. The black water is...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 03-12-2023, 01:55 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,570
Posted By FishByFly
It has taken me some time to get to our trailer...

It has taken me some time to get to our trailer to check out this fuse. Responding to thank y’all for getting me in the right location.

It was under the bed platform as explained. Mine was a bit...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 02-12-2023, 04:03 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,570
Posted By FishByFly
LP detector inline fuse

2016 25’ FB Flying Cloud

Many of you many have already aged out of your factory installed LP detector, I hope you CAK guide me. I pulled my old detector and installed a new one. No power supply....
Forum: On The Road... 12-14-2022, 09:42 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,900
Posted By FishByFly
We took Chief Joseph a couple of summers ago....

We took Chief Joseph a couple of summers ago. F250 diesel, Hensley hitch, and 25’ flying cloud. My wife watched the navigation map and advised me on upcoming curves, grades, and vehicles. I kept my...
Forum: 2016 - Current International 12-11-2022, 08:28 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,638
Posted By FishByFly
Fungus, would love to see a pic of your clamp. ...

Fungus, would love to see a pic of your clamp.

I had a curious thought. What about mounting the repeater on the tow vehicle instead?
Forum: 2016 - Current International 12-09-2022, 10:52 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,638
Posted By FishByFly
I located my TPMS repeater under the jack head...

I located my TPMS repeater under the jack head hood. Wanted to get the transmitter a bit elevated. Ran the wires up the jack. Drilled a hole in the side of the hood for the waterproof push button...
Forum: On The Road... 11-12-2022, 01:22 AM
Replies: 104
Views: 10,414
Posted By FishByFly
425271 I thought I would test my memory....

425271


I thought I would test my memory. A quick search found that it was 2004 when diesel prices surpassed gas. That is about the time I got my first diesel truck.
Forum: On The Road... 11-10-2022, 07:27 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 10,414
Posted By FishByFly
I’m with Bill. My truck stays parked more and I...

I’m with Bill. My truck stays parked more and I “borrow” my wife’s car more. Last weekend, I took the Fly Fish Inn to the river so drove the f250. Kills me filling up. With all I read about...
Forum: Winterizing, Storage, Carports & Covers 10-25-2022, 09:37 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,277
Posted By FishByFly
We never had dirt dauber issues until this year....

We never had dirt dauber issues until this year. Will a cover prevent these critters?
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 07-23-2022, 04:39 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,524
Posted By FishByFly
When we reopen our propane tank valves, I always...

When we reopen our propane tank valves, I always go to the stove to get the gas to flow. Turn on a burner on the cooktop and use a lighter to get a flame. Let the flame go for about 15 to 20 seconds....
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 07-22-2022, 06:45 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 12,094
Posted By FishByFly
I still want nemo stargazer chairs. But, last...

I still want nemo stargazer chairs. But, last week I saw a new chair, Trippy. I bought two and they are surprisingly comfortable. I got them to take fishing when I’m putting on my wading shoes.
...
Forum: Refrigerators 07-12-2022, 09:01 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,947
Posted By FishByFly
First, we have had a small computer fan in our...

First, we have had a small computer fan in our exterior compartment for the twenty years we have owned Airstreams. Does help with air flow. It only is powered when we are on shore-power. When...
Forum: Interior Restoration Forum 07-06-2022, 09:01 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 7,956
Posted By FishByFly
We have a 25’ FB Flying Cloud with a rear dinette...

We have a 25’ FB Flying Cloud with a rear dinette table. Have never lowered the table while towing. Previous trailer was a 30’ bunkhouse. It had a dinette on the street side. Never lowered it either....
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 07-04-2022, 07:15 AM
Replies: 2,213
Views: 551,003
Posted By FishByFly
Same

Same
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 06-25-2022, 11:12 PM
Replies: 2,213
Views: 551,003
Posted By FishByFly
I’ve done the same with adding a shelf to the...

I’ve done the same with adding a shelf to the drawer. My shelf when turned one direction, it is wider than the drawer so that the shelf prevents the drawer from accidentally closing. When rotated 90...
Forum: Jacks, Stabilizers, Lifting and Leveling 06-24-2022, 02:34 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,321
Posted By FishByFly
When we got our first trailer 18 yrs ago, per...

When we got our first trailer 18 yrs ago, per backup camera, the dealer gave us a tongue twister. Put it down as we lower the jack. Used it almost every time hitching for side to side adjustments...
Forum: On The Road... 06-16-2022, 11:28 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 977
Posted By FishByFly
For our 25th wedding anniversary, we took a...

For our 25th wedding anniversary, we took a silver anniversary tour. Trip around Lake Michigan. Spent our actual day on Mackinac Island.
Forum: Electronics & Connectivity 06-10-2022, 06:20 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 8,038
Posted By FishByFly
I powered my repeater off of the jack and mounted...

I powered my repeater off of the jack and mounted the repeater in the head of the jack motor cover. Can active the repeater with a waterproof lighted pushbutton switch.
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 05-02-2022, 01:11 PM
Replies: 2,213
Views: 551,003
Posted By FishByFly
Plumbing vent?

Plumbing vent?
Forum: General Repair Forum 04-19-2022, 03:06 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,005
Posted By FishByFly
We too had a blowout last fall. It was the Sunday...

We too had a blowout last fall. It was the Sunday after Thanksgiving as we were just about to slow down as we entered Burnet, Tx. Happen fast. I heard it before my tire monitors went off. When we got...
Forum: Upholstery, Blinds, Walls & Interior Finishes 02-22-2022, 07:02 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 12,923
Posted By FishByFly
We took the dinette out of our 2017 25’ FC Safari...

We took the dinette out of our 2017 25’ FC Safari so that we could have two recliners. Our finish is black leather. These are in conditioned storage. We are willing to part with the cushions and/or...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 02-04-2022, 07:56 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 12,094
Posted By FishByFly
I don’t own this chair. But, I’ve sat in them at...

I don’t own this chair. But, I’ve sat in them at REI. I’m in love! My concern is the price and the potential that someone equally loves my chair so much that it walks off…
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 01-26-2022, 08:48 PM
Replies: 211
Views: 53,210
Posted By FishByFly
Pictures would be appreciated.

Pictures would be appreciated.
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 01-25-2022, 07:59 PM
Replies: 211
Views: 53,210
Posted By FishByFly
I’m not completely following. You made the return...

I’m not completely following. You made the return larger and use a different filter. Please explain more. What is the filter you are using? Do you have a louver over the filter? How is all this...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 01-20-2022, 08:43 PM
Replies: 211
Views: 53,210
Posted By FishByFly
Since installing the screws on our diffuser tabs,...

Since installing the screws on our diffuser tabs, we have had no issues with diffusers coming displaced from the ceiling. This is true even after driving some challenging unpaved roads.
Forum: Our Community 01-04-2022, 06:22 PM
Replies: 8,050
Views: 1,967,687
Posted By FishByFly
The Micro Air thermostat looks a bit like a...

The Micro Air thermostat looks a bit like a Christmas Tree all lit up. Not crazy about all the colors. Dennis, does the screen dim down or turn off (sleeps) after a bit?
Forum: General Repair Forum 12-05-2021, 11:14 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,746
Posted By FishByFly
1. What is the black sealant used at the wheel...

1. What is the black sealant used at the wheel wells?

One more question to add in hopes someone has a good source.

2. I found the part number for the pre-bent outside trim for the wheel well....
Forum: General Repair Forum 12-02-2021, 09:19 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,746
Posted By FishByFly
Thanks to everyone that responded. Y’all helped...

Thanks to everyone that responded. Y’all helped me find the answers I was searching for. I removed the outside trim material and uncovered the rivets that hold the aluminum skin to the plastic wheel...
Forum: General Repair Forum 11-30-2021, 09:30 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,746
Posted By FishByFly
I have compared the other wheel well and how it...

I have compared the other wheel well and how it is seated. I’m not seeing any rivets or screws that would be holding the well in place. The location that the well is dislodged is in the middle of the...
Forum: General Repair Forum 11-29-2021, 10:33 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,746
Posted By FishByFly
Wheel well repair

We had a tire blowout this weekend returning from our family Thanksgiving. There is some minor damage and some trim that needs a bit of straightening. I believe I can navigate most of the repair but...
Forum: On The Road... 10-10-2021, 04:22 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,871
Posted By FishByFly
I’ve learned to trust, but verify, WAZE. It has...

I’ve learned to trust, but verify, WAZE. It has helped me many times to navigate around major congestion and shutdowns. At first, exiting the highway upon an app command when there are no apparent...
Forum: General Repair Forum 10-10-2021, 04:08 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 6,361
Posted By FishByFly
Part 2: Separation 2019 27FB Models

We purchased one of the original 30’ bunkhouse models back in 2007. In preparing our list of items for the dealer to address before pick up, I had read on the Forum of similar issues at the front...
Forum: Stella's Kitchen 10-07-2021, 07:41 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 24,085
Posted By FishByFly
When we have shore power, we use an electric...

When we have shore power, we use an electric skillet and instapot outside. Lots of uses and easy cleanup.
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