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
Click Here to Login
Register Vendors FAQ Community Calendar Today's Posts Search Log in

Showing results 1 to 50 of 57
Search took 0.01 seconds.
Search: Posts Made By: FlaAirstream
Forum: Modifications 05-23-2008, 04:28 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 29,018
Posted By FlaAirstream
That's really, really too bad. Change is good.

That's really, really too bad. Change is good.
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 05-19-2008, 04:49 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,607
Posted By FlaAirstream
Right on Jim. It's the best way to find if you...

Right on Jim. It's the best way to find if you have a leak in your system. I found a leak way too late at the city water inlet located inside the night stand. It was on the city side of the...
Forum: On The Road... 05-14-2008, 07:16 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,095
Posted By FlaAirstream
We also dodged some "Incoming" the other night. ...

We also dodged some "Incoming" the other night. We're fulltimmer and spend our summers in the mountains of NC. We had wind gusts of at least 70 last Sunday night. We were rocking and rolling all...
Forum: Refrigerators 05-11-2008, 02:00 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,108
Posted By FlaAirstream
Thanks John but I'm ok with what we've got right...

Thanks John but I'm ok with what we've got right now. I enjoy the forums to get and give info but not a steady one. We try to enjoy the mountain air here in NC but today is big time windy with some...
Forum: Refrigerators 05-11-2008, 09:58 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,108
Posted By FlaAirstream
Thanks John.......I've been with the forum for...

Thanks John.......I've been with the forum for several years as FlaAirstream butm for some reason I wasn't able to get back in????? By the way NICE RIDE!!!!
Forum: Refrigerators 05-11-2008, 09:44 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,108
Posted By FlaAirstream
fridge problems

I'm sure that a bunch of the Streamers will jump all over this one but here goes anyway. This is our third A/S and we've been doin it for over ten years. As I go down the page regarding fridge...
Forum: Audio, Video & TV 11-11-2007, 04:30 AM
Replies: 113
Views: 21,963
Posted By FlaAirstream
Flat panels and how they travel

We have two in our 34. Been traveling with us for four years with no problem. We just went to HiDef and trying to figure out what to do with the newer dish. Right now it's on a heavy board and...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 11-11-2007, 04:02 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,403
Posted By FlaAirstream
Corvair

Had the spider and couldn't keep a clutch cable in her. Electrial burn and then it would break. After long last, a lady pulled out in front of me on Hwy29 in Pensacola, Fl and I rolled my little...
Forum: Full-Timing 11-10-2007, 05:35 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,683
Posted By FlaAirstream
Hi-Def on the road?????

Just wondered what others are using to support the new HiDef dish for their Satellite. We have ours on a board at this time and it's easy to set up at each new location. Have looked at tripods but...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 10-28-2007, 03:46 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 6,585
Posted By FlaAirstream
Help wanted

Ever noticed how many of those places ALWAYS have Help Wanted signs up? To me, that's a danger beware sign. I used to change my own but now it hurts too bad getting up and down. Getting old is not...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 10-28-2007, 03:29 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,404
Posted By FlaAirstream
There is an Airstream boneyard in Carthidge Mo. ...

There is an Airstream boneyard in Carthidge Mo. They have all types of wrecked and salvaged RVs but many A/S to boot. It starts with a C. Something like Colhals. Too early. Sorry. I know it's...
Forum: Member Introductions 10-28-2007, 02:49 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,173
Posted By FlaAirstream
Welcome Ken, Notice how early Airstream...

Welcome Ken,

Notice how early Airstream guys get up? I'w up way too early but I'm hooked up and pulling down the mountain. Hope my brakes work. Good luck with you project. You'll enjoy every...
Forum: Forum Admin, News and Member Account Info 10-27-2007, 06:32 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,591
Posted By FlaAirstream
Now I've had a post removed. Gave some advice to...

Now I've had a post removed. Gave some advice to someone, it worked and THEN the post was removed. MMmmm VERY INTERESTING:bb:
Forum: 1984-1988 Limited 10-27-2007, 05:23 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,551
Posted By FlaAirstream
We used to own an 86 excella 34. Glad to assist...

We used to own an 86 excella 34. Glad to assist if I can
Forum: Off Topic Forum 10-27-2007, 04:21 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 5,200
Posted By FlaAirstream
Very well done Andy. Must be an old guy...

Very well done Andy.

Must be an old guy myself. Makes me wonder where we're going and where this country will be 50 years from now. With roll models like Britney and Paris I would guess we'd be...
Forum: 2005 - 2010 Safari 10-26-2007, 05:23 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,072
Posted By FlaAirstream
Replaced folding table

After we took our couch out and replaced it with two lazy boys the fold out was a little big. Made a new table with a slide out that holds laptop. It folds away while we travel and serves as a...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 10-26-2007, 12:11 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,668
Posted By FlaAirstream
Ben. Glad to hear it worked. Like I said, I've...

Ben.
Glad to hear it worked. Like I said, I've seen it do the trick several times. Keep the threaded rod in mind each time you dump. I gently tap my black rod with a rubber mallet each time I...
Forum: General Repair Forum 10-26-2007, 12:03 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,279
Posted By FlaAirstream
Nick, I agree with you all the way. When's the...

Nick,
I agree with you all the way. When's the last time you packed the bearings on your auto or truck............?
How bout the heater in same?
Use it or lose it.
We're fulltimers and us all...
Forum: On The Road... 10-26-2007, 06:41 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,224
Posted By FlaAirstream
How high have you been?????

Several years ago, while doing the back roads of Colorado, we passed thru Leadville, Co. This was the highest elevation we've ever towed our A/S.
Just shy of 10,500 feet. Thought it would be...
Forum: Full-Timing 10-25-2007, 05:31 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,400
Posted By FlaAirstream
It takes two

Don't go for it if you both are not fully commited. We'v e been doing it for nine years and love it. No taxes, no insurance on house, can vacuum the whole house and never unplug, the house goes...
Forum: Awnings 10-24-2007, 06:11 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,131
Posted By FlaAirstream
Hey, I'm no expert but I did sleep in an...

Hey, I'm no expert but I did sleep in an Airstream last night. It's also raining and I can't go outside and play so I'm posting my butt off.:sad:
Forum: Awnings 10-24-2007, 06:07 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,997
Posted By FlaAirstream
Let's go back and read his question again. It's...

Let's go back and read his question again. It's the driver's side awning that's giving him a fit. If in fact it's 24' then I'd say he has another problem. The hook is the only solution for that...
Forum: Awnings 10-24-2007, 05:34 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,131
Posted By FlaAirstream
The dreaded snap

John,
Hate to say this but the snap tells me that your spring broke. With the help of a bud or two you can replace the spring. You don't have to remove the awning to do this. The rear arm is...
Forum: Awnings 10-24-2007, 05:15 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,199
Posted By FlaAirstream
Hey, can we talk awnings a minute

This is our third A/S and all have given us the same awning problem. At some point in time, I've managed to break the loop while pulling down the awning. Sure, we've got the thread out and done the...
Forum: Awnings 10-24-2007, 05:07 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,389
Posted By FlaAirstream
A little saggee

Four nerf footballs placed just under the awning shield does a nice job. Helps with rain run off and holds awning up so door won't rub on door. Also handy for those quick make up games this time of...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 10-24-2007, 04:56 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,668
Posted By FlaAirstream
All stopped up

Two things that should work. The "Magic Wand" that you put down the hole and swish and swish will help but after that make sure your grey tank is full. With the black tank valve open release the...
Forum: Leaks - Weatherstrips, Gaskets, Caulks & Sealants 10-22-2007, 05:25 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,421
Posted By FlaAirstream
inside city water inlet

We had a leak on our city water inlet. The sick smell of mildew was our only alert as the inlet is inside a night stand. Very seldom go in there for anything except maybe our weapon. There was a...
Forum: Full-Timing 10-20-2007, 04:24 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 12,723
Posted By FlaAirstream
Gunnerguy, (sorry, old Navy Guy) Had...

Gunnerguy, (sorry, old Navy Guy)

Had Verizon for seven years. Both my wife and I and that the only phone service we have. Been east to west and had coverage almost everywhere. That was a few...
Forum: Full-Timing 10-17-2007, 05:12 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,526
Posted By FlaAirstream
Hey Jim. Nine years and still loving it. :)

Hey Jim. Nine years and still loving it. :)
Forum: Our Community 10-16-2007, 03:10 PM
Replies: 1,004
Views: 319,344
Posted By FlaAirstream
US Navy

Joined in '57 out in '61. Was the athletic coordinator at a naval air station in Florida. Hey ........someone had to do it. It gets worse.......a life guard at the officers pool...........and...
Forum: Refrigerators 10-16-2007, 05:24 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 13,178
Posted By FlaAirstream
Check my photos for the one we installed

Check my photos for the one we installed
Forum: Refrigerators 10-16-2007, 04:42 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 13,178
Posted By FlaAirstream
If I only knew how to post a photo I'd show you...

If I only knew how to post a photo I'd show you how our's looks. It's getting ready for it's first trip in about 10 days. That's the fridge I'm talking about. I've got it bolted down in the back...
Forum: Refrigerators 10-16-2007, 04:38 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 13,178
Posted By FlaAirstream
Push, pull

Hope by now you've got yours out. If not and if you feel you have all the attachments removed from inside and out you just need to push and pull. You might try some WD40 on the tracks at the bottom...
Forum: Community Polls 10-16-2007, 03:49 AM
Replies: 249
Views: 133,482
Posted By FlaAirstream
Not a name for our Stream but because we're full...

Not a name for our Stream but because we're full timmers we sign all our email:

"Living in Tin "
Forum: Our Community 10-15-2007, 05:01 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 8,857
Posted By FlaAirstream
You know what.............? I just figured it...

You know what.............? I just figured it out............I had my white tux on but had spaghetti for dinner. Opps.............get the picture. I'll put in a photo deal on my laptop and do away...
Forum: Our Community 10-15-2007, 04:56 AM
Replies: 91
Views: 8,857
Posted By FlaAirstream
Airstream Inc and it's survey

For those that have completed the survey requested by A/S. Did you hear back from them? or is it just the SOSO:bb:
Forum: On The Road... 10-14-2007, 07:18 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 6,394
Posted By FlaAirstream
Too old to comein

We're in the mountains of W N.C. and not too far from us is an Outdoor Resort that only allows Class A M/H and to top that off, they can't be more than 10 years old. Sure sends a lot of business our...
Forum: Computers, Internet & Satellite 10-14-2007, 06:42 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,058
Posted By FlaAirstream
Think twice before mounting on your stream. Then...

Think twice before mounting on your stream. Then think about parks like ours with lots of shade trees. Opps, can't get a signal and I'm already set up. Just another leak waiting to happen and you...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 10-14-2007, 06:26 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,802
Posted By FlaAirstream
Not a fun job. I had a full tank of black when...

Not a fun job. I had a full tank of black when my pull rod broke. To make matters worse, my blue buggy was 11 gals. Long story short. VERY good friends added their tanks and a Y valve. ...
Forum: Commercial Listings 10-13-2007, 05:34 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,242
Posted By FlaAirstream
Good job '' ANDYMAN'' we really luv ya man.:lol:

Good job '' ANDYMAN'' we really luv ya man.:lol:
Forum: Member Introductions 10-13-2007, 05:30 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,811
Posted By FlaAirstream
Hey Lou, Welcome aboard. We winter in Punta...

Hey Lou,
Welcome aboard. We winter in Punta Gorda, Fl in Paradise Park. Used to be Airstreams only. My point you ask? I knew you would. There are a lot of Airstreamss there in all price ranges...
Forum: Awnings 10-05-2007, 06:10 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,503
Posted By FlaAirstream
Up or down? Is that a card game?

We've been in the mountains of Western NC since April. During that month, we had 70 MPH winds and of course the awning was up. After we cleaned up all the limbs that came down the awning went back...
Forum: Community Polls 10-05-2007, 05:30 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,863
Posted By FlaAirstream
Must have been borrowed M/H

We watched (rainy day) as an older M/H pulled up to a dump station. The driver pulled back and forth several times trying to get it lined up "Just Right" as he couldn't find the hose. We couldn't...
Forum: Member Introductions 10-04-2007, 05:32 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,365
Posted By FlaAirstream
You go girl

Carole, I only hope you love the life style as much as we do. We've been doing it for nine years and are sooooo comfortable in our 34'. It's not somthing you can't reverse after you've done your...
Forum: Upholstery, Blinds, Walls & Interior Finishes 10-04-2007, 05:42 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 17,761
Posted By FlaAirstream
We're full timers and have been for 9 years. We...

We're full timers and have been for 9 years. We usually stay in areas with some great views. After much thought we removed those musty curtains to expose "The Great Outdoors." We installed oak...
Forum: Winterizing, Storage, Carports & Covers 10-04-2007, 05:01 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 33,409
Posted By FlaAirstream
THe best solution..........take it to Florida for...

THe best solution..........take it to Florida for the winter. Your Airstream will love you for it.
Forum: Off Topic Forum 10-04-2007, 04:56 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,214
Posted By FlaAirstream
Think we're about a week away from some great...

Think we're about a week away from some great color here in the mountains of Western N. Carolina. Maybe two.
Forum: WBCCI Forum 10-02-2007, 06:53 PM
Replies: 131
Views: 13,258
Posted By FlaAirstream
Shame on you Gunny

Don't you know that one should choose one's friends by the type RV he has? Ignore all other factors like character, moral fibers,honesty and others. If someone is a member of WBCCI he must fit the...
Forum: Refrigerators 10-02-2007, 04:53 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,512
Posted By FlaAirstream
Wood matching problem

Getter done yet? I' just happen to have two panels. Golden oak. Let me know if I can help.:)
Forum: Refrigerators 10-02-2007, 06:43 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 13,178
Posted By FlaAirstream
The old Dometic will come out fairly easy. ...

The old Dometic will come out fairly easy. Screws on the inside are exposed when you open the doors. Two large anchor bolts can be reached thru the back door. Then just pull and push til it starts...
Showing results 1 to 50 of 57

 

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 11:35 PM.


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