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Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 01-22-2024, 01:57 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 346
Posted By ts8501
Trim separation on upper cabinets '22 International

I have upper cabinet trim separation on my 2022 25' International. 3 pictures included. The trim is hard as a rock, so I cannot manipulate it back in place. Anyone else have this? It is a warranty...
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 11-22-2023, 12:16 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,874
Posted By ts8501
How hang pictures on walls?

I am curious what people use in order to hang pictures on the interior walls? The laminate walls on my ‘22 International are slightly textured and not flat. If flat, I would have used 3M Command...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 10-19-2023, 12:10 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 662
Posted By ts8501
AM solar provided all my components through a...

AM solar provided all my components through a local dealer here in MN. I’d vote them. Flawless install and operation.
Forum: Buyer Guidelines 10-19-2023, 09:47 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,469
Posted By ts8501
I said “new” in parentheses, and I’m referring to...

I said “new” in parentheses, and I’m referring to the rebranded “Airstream of Minneapolis”.
Forum: Buyer Guidelines 10-18-2023, 03:33 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,469
Posted By ts8501
I did the exact same thing. Live in Minnesota,...

I did the exact same thing. Live in Minnesota, bought from Woodland (October 2021). It was an excellent experience. However, I am going to try the “new” dealer here for some warranty work this...
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 10-13-2023, 03:06 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 6,125
Posted By ts8501
Just to be clear, there is no regulator required...

Just to be clear, there is no regulator required between the AS port and the Blackstone? The Blackstone comes with a regulator that would not be in place in this configuration.
Forum: Photography 10-12-2023, 08:38 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,349
Posted By ts8501
From the Gunflint Trail in Minnesota near the...

From the Gunflint Trail in Minnesota near the border with Canada.
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Forum: Refrigerators 09-25-2023, 10:21 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,416
Posted By ts8501
Add me to this list. Both Norcold doors came...

Add me to this list. Both Norcold doors came open on our ‘22, and the freezer door is now destroyed. I found the freezer door hanging by a thread on the bottom hinge, it was completely off the top...
Forum: 2024 - Current Trade Wind 09-13-2023, 07:28 PM
Replies: 248
Views: 44,608
Posted By ts8501
Trade Wind is back for 2024!

I use about 80ah per day in summer on my Int’l 25’ FB to run the water pump, lights, power awning, 12v fridge, and water heater. With 270 watts on the roof, in full sun, it fully charges the...
Forum: 2024 - Current Trade Wind 09-13-2023, 05:13 PM
Replies: 248
Views: 44,608
Posted By ts8501
That’s we’re all the batteries now go. Also the...

That’s we’re all the batteries now go. Also the solar cut off switch. Assume it means no other storage there.
Forum: Audio, Video & TV 09-05-2023, 09:48 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,620
Posted By ts8501
Yes, I increased volume on both the MM50 and also...

Yes, I increased volume on both the MM50 and also the iPhone. No sound. And before, the zone would be blank, and when I increased volume showed green.
I’ve never seen red zones until now.
Forum: Audio, Video & TV 09-05-2023, 09:20 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,620
Posted By ts8501
JL Audio MediaMaster 50 "Red Zones" No Sound

I went to play my iPhone over the MediaMaster 50 via Bluetooth like I have done many many times, and it shows that it is connected to my iPhone, but the two zones both display as "Red", and there is...
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 09-02-2023, 10:53 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,855
Posted By ts8501
Search “Truma” on these forums and you will find...

Search “Truma” on these forums and you will find many threads on this subject.
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 09-01-2023, 03:27 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,855
Posted By ts8501
Or install a Truma, and not deal with the Girard...

Or install a Truma, and not deal with the Girard work arounds, that are still not [emoji817] satisfying.
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 08-28-2023, 08:42 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,762
Posted By ts8501
I think with labor my swap was $2600. Totally...

I think with labor my swap was $2600. Totally worth it for me. We get hot water very quickly, and none of the hot/cold issues from the Girard. If the money is not a budget killer, I’d say make the...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 08-21-2023, 02:35 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 27,457
Posted By ts8501
In the media cabinet upper rear curbside

In the media cabinet upper rear curbside
Forum: Financing 08-18-2023, 10:52 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,533
Posted By ts8501
I can’t help with current rates, but I am...

I can’t help with current rates, but I am interested in knowing. They were 4.5% in October of ‘21
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 08-16-2023, 12:54 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 21,474
Posted By ts8501
Or AS switch to all Truma AquaGo Plus as the...

Or AS switch to all Truma AquaGo Plus as the supplier of choice. Speaking from experience of now having a Truma, it is far far superior to the Girard. I had to spend $2,500 for the change, and...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 08-15-2023, 06:02 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,360
Posted By ts8501
I concur. Same Reasons we bought our 2022...

I concur. Same Reasons we bought our 2022 International. I’d add we wanted the 12v Fridge and love it. We also replaced the subpar Girard on demand water heater with a Truma AquaGo Comfort+ demand...
Forum: Awnings 08-10-2023, 10:41 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,034
Posted By ts8501
Valid. Our 2022 International has a power button...

Valid. Our 2022 International has a power button on the awning control panel by the door.
Forum: Dollars & Cents 08-09-2023, 05:57 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 50,227
Posted By ts8501
What a crock of bull. Colonial is one of AS ...

What a crock of bull. Colonial is one of AS
Top dealers. They get top sales awards on a regular basis, overall great customer reviews, and they are a 5 rivet dealer. And they discount. I would...
Forum: Awnings 08-09-2023, 02:10 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,034
Posted By ts8501
Maybe I am lucky, but I have had 100% success by...

Maybe I am lucky, but I have had 100% success by following this procedure:

Opening:
Turn on the power button and wait 5 seconds
Hit the close button and wait 5 seconds
Hit the open button and...
Forum: Doors & Locks 07-18-2023, 10:53 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 646
Posted By ts8501
https://www.airgear.store/collections/keys

https://www.airgear.store/collections/keys
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 07-11-2023, 12:48 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,790
Posted By ts8501
Our 2022 International does not have the round...

Our 2022 International does not have the round side light. I think AS dropped the light as early as 2021 models.
Forum: 2016 - Current International 07-10-2023, 05:19 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,087
Posted By ts8501
You are correct! We were contacted just before...

You are correct! We were contacted just before build in September of ‘21 that we had two choices. Take upgraded Globetrotter awnings for free, or, wait an additional 8-10 weeks waiting for...
Forum: 2016 - Current International 07-10-2023, 03:45 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,087
Posted By ts8501
Nope. Maybe another picture in natural light...

Nope. Maybe another picture in natural light will help 434143
Forum: 2016 - Current International 07-10-2023, 12:27 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,087
Posted By ts8501
Pandemic Version Airstream

I am curious whether anyone else has a “pandemic version” airstream. Picture of our 2022 International 25FBT with hatch. Let’s see who can spot what makes this a “pandemic version”. Anyone else...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 06-28-2023, 03:38 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,479
Posted By ts8501
It was on

It was on
Forum: Tires 06-26-2023, 03:17 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,513
Posted By ts8501
TST TPMS False Warnings

I have the TST Tire Pressure Monitoring System, and I have now had 3 false warnings in less than 2 years of ownership. This is over approximately 9-10 trips. The most recent example warned me a...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 06-23-2023, 10:49 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,479
Posted By ts8501
I tried turning the circuit breaker off and then...

I tried turning the circuit breaker off and then on again before I posted, and that did not work. Unplugging from shore and plugging back in started the converter again. I could tell because the...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 06-23-2023, 10:47 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,479
Posted By ts8501
I think that worked! Not sure about the 4 hour...

I think that worked! Not sure about the 4 hour limit on mine. It had worked fine for 3 days straight, and never an issue since new. I just happened to check battery status and saw the converter...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 06-23-2023, 06:48 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,479
Posted By ts8501
Shore power stopped charging batteries

Day 3 of trip, plugged into shore power, batteries stopped being charged. All 120v plugs work, solar charging still works, although our shade is not allowing batteries to fully recharge. Lithium...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 06-16-2023, 01:31 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,948
Posted By ts8501
I agree with the smart shunt comments. Mine does...

I agree with the smart shunt comments. Mine does not show charging data when I use my portable panels versus roof
Panels. But it sounds like your Renogy is not charging at all. Did you take into...
Forum: Bumpers & Bumper Storage 06-02-2023, 03:42 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,043
Posted By ts8501
Bumper compartment lid

I love the looks of your bumper upgrade/fix, but I cannot find this specific deck on the Aqua Marine Deck website. I think this fix would look much better than any additional glue or adhesive trying...
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 05-21-2023, 07:01 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,804
Posted By ts8501
First trip of 2023 under our belt, and the first...

First trip of 2023 under our belt, and the first one since we had the Truma Comfort installed last October. It lives up to its billing. Hot water much faster than the Girard. Anyone wondering if...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 04-17-2023, 07:49 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,493
Posted By ts8501
I think this makes sense from ease of...

I think this makes sense from ease of installation and factory wiring perspectives. We added one Zamp 90 to our existing factory 180 on our 2022 International. The plug and play factor was a big...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 02-20-2023, 09:40 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,104
Posted By ts8501
Solar Disconnect

Sorry if this is already covered, but 2 questions related to installing a disconnect switch on my Victron 150/35. 1) install only on the + side? 2) what size disconnect switch should I install? ...
Forum: Buyer Guidelines 12-08-2022, 07:47 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,967
Posted By ts8501
How does an Airstream Dealer become 5 Stars?

It takes $$$ to get to 5 rivet. I shopped only 5 rivet dealers last year. Two did not return phone calls or emails (Crazy Days in MN and Dallas Airstream). Shocker, they did not win my business. ...
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 12-08-2022, 07:32 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,804
Posted By ts8501
Truma AquaGo Installed

It would probably cost more to retrofit back to an old style gas water heater than to reinstall a Truma. Yes, Airstream should have and should use Truma over Girard moving forward. Meanwhile, I...
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 12-06-2022, 02:25 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,804
Posted By ts8501
I’d buy one! Wonder if they’d like to sell them?

I’d buy one! Wonder if they’d like to sell them?
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 12-06-2022, 09:14 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,804
Posted By ts8501
I agree with the black door look. I’m going to...

I agree with the black door look. I’m going to leave mine as is as well, seen here.
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Forum: 2016 - Current Classic (all lengths) 12-05-2022, 12:18 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 11,482
Posted By ts8501
Not sure that you need to keep the batteries...

Not sure that you need to keep the batteries plugged in. If you’re able to shut down all power in the trailer, there is no need to keep a charge on Lithium’s.
Forum: 2016 - Current Classic (all lengths) 12-01-2022, 10:35 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 11,482
Posted By ts8501
Battle Born GC2 batteries in winter storage

I read that Battleborn Batteries are limited in how low a temp they can be stored at, not based on the cells, but based on the plastic covers. -14F sticks in my mind.
I have been planning how I...
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 11-29-2022, 07:22 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 21,474
Posted By ts8501
I made the switch to Truma! Trying to decide if...

I made the switch to Truma! Trying to decide if I am ok with the door color as is.
Opinions?

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Forum: 2018 - Current Globetrotter 10-21-2022, 02:11 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 12,304
Posted By ts8501
Does anyone read their dealer contract? A price...

Does anyone read their dealer contract? A price lock or possible price increase should be clearly noted. If any increase is not called out, and the dealer tries to increase your price, that would...
Forum: Boondocking 09-21-2022, 12:05 PM
Replies: 125
Views: 22,763
Posted By ts8501
Boondocking on lithium batteries?

Also consider time of year for solar. I am harvesting way less energy in September than I was in June (I’m close to the 45th parallel). I have three 90 watt panels on my roof, and a portable 180,...
Forum: Trailer Values 09-11-2022, 08:01 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,693
Posted By ts8501
I’m not sure you’ll need a second A/C. Those...

I’m not sure you’ll need a second A/C. Those non-ducted units put out the cold.
I never needed more than one in mine;
It would freeze me out. I was not, however, camping over 100 degrees.
Forum: Trailer Values 09-09-2022, 06:54 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,693
Posted By ts8501
I had those same cracks on my ‘90. I think that...

I had those same cracks on my ‘90. I think that yellowing is due to aging. I wouldn’t worry too much about it. Congratulations on your new 34’!
Forum: Jacks, Stabilizers, Lifting and Leveling 09-09-2022, 11:26 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,161
Posted By ts8501
1992 Excella Dead Power Jack question

Spoiler alert, shore power is not 100% reliable. One example of battery usage, the heater blower motor on that trailer burns battery big time. It’s also 12v, and requires working batteries. One...
Forum: Jacks, Stabilizers, Lifting and Leveling 09-09-2022, 10:25 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,161
Posted By ts8501
This trailer was designed, built and spec’d for...

This trailer was designed, built and spec’d for two batteries. I’m not sure what happened in your one off example, but I’ve been around several owners of 34’ Excella’s, including 10 years ownership...
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