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Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 08-22-2023, 06:48 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,130
Posted By Drathaar
Adios and Farewell

Yesterday was a bittersweet day, we sold our 2012 Flying Cloud, the Desert Tortoise. We loved it, but it was bigger than we needed. The adventures will continue in a well kept used Oliver Legacy...
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 05-20-2023, 07:08 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,060
Posted By Drathaar
Very timely, thank you! I may be facing the same...

Very timely, thank you! I may be facing the same issue.
Forum: Plumbing - Systems & Fixtures 05-19-2023, 12:32 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 462
Posted By Drathaar
Fresh Water Leak Around Tank Drain

2012 Flying Cloud FB 25

While on a trip in April, I noticed a drip coming from around the area of the fresh water tank drain. It appears to leak roughly a gallon per day. I could not tell if...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 07-07-2019, 05:47 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 8,927
Posted By Drathaar
I’d suggest a real battery switch that completely...

I’d suggest a real battery switch that completely eliminates the chance of parasitic loads, or simply remove the negative terminal wiring. The battery(ies) will still discharge over time, but it’s...
Forum: Rock Guards, Segment & Window Protectors 05-26-2019, 08:00 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,209
Posted By Drathaar
Cracks in Wrap Around Plastic Window Guards

We have cracks in our wrap around widow guards. Any suggestions on how to replace the plastic?

I’m tempted to stop drill each end of the tracks, then get some clear Gorilla Tape as a temporary...
Forum: On The Road... 10-24-2018, 08:35 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 5,964
Posted By Drathaar
A thin piece of plastic that rides on the roll...

A thin piece of plastic that rides on the roll works nicely. I screwed a plastic carry handle from a Samsung box to the bottom of the cabinet above the roll. It works on paper towels, too.
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 10-24-2018, 08:25 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,878
Posted By Drathaar
When this is resolved, please post what the issue...

When this is resolved, please post what the issue was...
Forum: Awnings 10-24-2018, 08:17 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,256
Posted By Drathaar
Give Zip Dee a call. When we broke our rafter...

Give Zip Dee a call. When we broke our rafter claw, they were excellent to work with. I suspect you would get a good recommendation from them.
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 10-24-2018, 08:14 AM
Replies: 87
Views: 14,195
Posted By Drathaar
Have you seen the construction of some of these...

Have you seen the construction of some of these trailers? When we were in one of our anti Airsream moods, we looked at several on your list. Needless to say, we are back to loving our Airstream.
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 10-24-2018, 08:02 AM
Replies: 87
Views: 14,195
Posted By Drathaar
Another recommendation to look at an Ollie. The...

Another recommendation to look at an Ollie. The downside is they are just too small. The Elite II, their largest trailer is only 23’ from hitch to bumper. The coach is 18’+... if they were...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 10-22-2018, 06:30 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 9,282
Posted By Drathaar
Unless you’re goin to put a camper in the back of...

Unless you’re goin to put a camper in the back of the F250, you do not need air bags, and your stock shocks are fine.

I have air bags in my F350 to help with my truck camper, and because of that...
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 10-20-2018, 10:21 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,377
Posted By Drathaar
I’ve been fighting my damned shower door from day...

I’ve been fighting my damned shower door from day one!

Could you detail removal of the existing door? The hinge side is attached with a nasty sealant in my trailer.
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 10-17-2018, 03:34 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 10,194
Posted By Drathaar
You will always have parasitic drain as long as...

You will always have parasitic drain as long as the batteries are hooked (wired) up. If you don’t use the disconnect switch, you will have a greater amount of parasitic load.

I always use the...
Forum: Our Community 10-17-2018, 07:18 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 9,261
Posted By Drathaar
We have a 2012 25 FCFB Q, and although we keep...

We have a 2012 25 FCFB Q, and although we keep wanting a new and larger trailer, every time we visit the local dealer, the quality issues quickly bring us to our senses. We were at the dealer...
Forum: Jacks, Stabilizers, Lifting and Leveling 06-17-2018, 02:18 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,211
Posted By Drathaar
I had it happen once. Not sure why, but got...

I had it happen once. Not sure why, but got replacement slow blow fuses, and I now let the motor stop before reversing direction.
Forum: Our Community 01-26-2018, 01:52 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,739
Posted By Drathaar
We’ve just gone to Goodyear Endurance from the...

We’ve just gone to Goodyear Endurance from the 2013 GY Marathons. Load range E tires, rated for higher speeds (that I don’t drive at).
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 01-02-2018, 06:31 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,743
Posted By Drathaar
I had something similar happen. It went into a...

I had something similar happen. It went into a fault condition and continued a slow beep. I had to disconnect the batteries and remove all power from the trailer. When I reconnected, it...
Forum: Our Community 01-01-2018, 08:38 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,085
Posted By Drathaar
Fuse? Circuit breaker?

Fuse? Circuit breaker?
Forum: On The Road... 12-29-2017, 12:22 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 17,310
Posted By Drathaar
Not only the bottom of the cereal box, but they...

Not only the bottom of the cereal box, but they grew up in areas where signs containing “Slow Children” didn’t refer to speed limits.
Forum: On The Road... 12-29-2017, 11:01 AM
Replies: 122
Views: 16,944
Posted By Drathaar
I-5 in So Oregon yesterday. Big diesel pusher,...

I-5 in So Oregon yesterday. Big diesel pusher, full size crew cab truck in tow. 75+ on the straight stretches, tailgating, then crawling up the passes. Just one example of all the dolts in a...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 12-27-2017, 09:31 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 6,105
Posted By Drathaar
JB, with a F150, I don't think you're going to...

JB, with a F150, I don't think you're going to need an Air Safe hitch, unless you have some extremely stiff suspension in that truck, but YMMV. I use one with my 2014 F350, but did not use it with...
Forum: On The Road... 12-26-2017, 09:00 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,007
Posted By Drathaar
It wasn’t in good shape in February of this year....

It wasn’t in good shape in February of this year. Mostly around the Over/under crossings. Gaps at the expansion joints, bad ruts, etc. I’m glad your experience was better... I will still avoid...
Forum: On The Road... 12-23-2017, 11:42 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,007
Posted By Drathaar
I5?

I-5 is pretty beat up from Sacramento on south. If you don’t have a stop planned in SoCal, consider going east at Mt Shasta City, through Susanville and Reno. We prefer this route because of kinder...
Forum: Dollars & Cents 12-23-2017, 07:25 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 14,214
Posted By Drathaar
Yup!

Yup!
Forum: Dollars & Cents 12-23-2017, 07:16 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 14,214
Posted By Drathaar
Having a bad day? Sheesh

Having a bad day? Sheesh
Forum: Member Introductions 12-19-2017, 05:53 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,057
Posted By Drathaar
Congratulations and welcome to the benign...

Congratulations and welcome to the benign craziness! That’s a great looking trailer.
Forum: Buyer Guidelines 12-17-2017, 04:10 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 9,828
Posted By Drathaar
Duncan, ask the GM and finance guy if they want...

Duncan, ask the GM and finance guy if they want to make a sale, or if they just want to bluster. You don’t need the add on programs. Be careful of options as well. Our dealer wanted over $2600...
Forum: Our Community 12-04-2017, 08:16 PM
Replies: 8,050
Views: 1,964,992
Posted By Drathaar
I remounted the mirror after it parted company...

I remounted the mirror after it parted company with one of the hinges. The plywood had delaminated, originally caused by a guest pulling down on the mirror without unlatching. J B Weld filed the...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-11-2017, 06:15 PM
Replies: 158
Views: 21,517
Posted By Drathaar
We use a #6 Melita cone with a neck that fits...

We use a #6 Melita cone with a neck that fits directly into our Stanley thermos. In the trailer, camper and boat... Works great, little mess, easy cleanup, coffee stays hot.
Forum: Stoves, Ovens & Microwaves 10-09-2017, 07:12 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 13,381
Posted By Drathaar
Well, our range hood fuse finally died. It...

Well, our range hood fuse finally died. It lasted 5 years before finally biting the dust.

The fun began when I tried to find a replacement fuse. The local Autoparts stores had nothing that was...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 09-13-2017, 06:54 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,088
Posted By Drathaar
Take a look at the install videos on AM Solar's...

Take a look at the install videos on AM Solar's site. No holes, VHB tape covered by sealant. It may not be a 'clean' roof, but far more convenient than something on the TV or a portable.
Forum: Solo Streamers 09-06-2017, 11:01 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 6,336
Posted By Drathaar
Options

Two options. Spot and Garmin InReach.

I believe InReach to be the better of the two, as it can both send and receive messages, plus you can custom enter a message on the fly via a mobile device. ...
Forum: On The Road... 09-04-2017, 07:35 PM
Replies: 215
Views: 27,220
Posted By Drathaar
I just hate it when I snort hot coffee out my...

I just hate it when I snort hot coffee out my nostrils. It burns and makes it hard to laugh out loud.
Forum: Tires 08-05-2017, 12:43 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,151
Posted By Drathaar
We just put a new set of Goodyear Endurance tires...

We just put a new set of Goodyear Endurance tires on our trailer. Made in the USA.
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 08-05-2017, 08:25 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,872
Posted By Drathaar
Truma Install $$$$ ????

I stopped by my dealer yesterday to inquire about having a Truma Aquago installed in our trailer... The service manager said total cost was around $2000 because it was labor intensive. Knowing...
Forum: Airstream History 08-04-2017, 07:30 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 16,794
Posted By Drathaar
On the topic of fiberglass. We have a Northern...

On the topic of fiberglass. We have a Northern Lite truck camper in addition to our Airstream. I believe it has a significantly higher level of care in its construction. Fewer openings and joints...
Forum: Airstream History 08-02-2017, 07:13 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 16,794
Posted By Drathaar
And your point is?

And your point is?
Forum: Our Community 08-02-2017, 05:45 PM
Replies: 8,050
Views: 1,964,992
Posted By Drathaar
The 'Desert Tortoise' got new shoes today. A...

The 'Desert Tortoise' got new shoes today. A set of the E rated Goodyear Endurance tires now grace the trailer.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 07-10-2017, 07:11 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,358
Posted By Drathaar
Same here, we have a '14 F350, Airsafe and...

Same here, we have a '14 F350, Airsafe and Equilizer. Heavier than #### but effective.
Forum: Our Community 07-08-2017, 07:33 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,981
Posted By Drathaar
Michelins or Cooper AT 3 would be my choices.

Michelins or Cooper AT 3 would be my choices.
Forum: General Motorhome Topics 07-05-2017, 08:57 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,594
Posted By Drathaar
Here are some links to frig/freezers... ...

Here are some links to frig/freezers...

https://store.arbusa.com/ARB-Fridge-Freezer-37-Qt-10800352-P21327C48.aspx

https://www.engelcoolers.com/mt45f-u1.html
Forum: General Motorhome Topics 07-05-2017, 07:02 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,594
Posted By Drathaar
Bob, we have an Engel (40 qt) that is similar to...

Bob, we have an Engel (40 qt) that is similar to the ARB. It pulls about 2.5 amps/hr initially, then drops down quite a bit once cold. It's used as a freezer on the boat in lieu of a large/huge ice...
Forum: General Motorhome Topics 07-05-2017, 06:53 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,594
Posted By Drathaar
A bit of an aside... While we have shore power...

A bit of an aside... While we have shore power at our storage site, we don't have potable water. Since its difficult to get the Airstream to the house, we often take a night at a nearby state park...
Forum: On The Road... 07-04-2017, 07:05 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,891
Posted By Drathaar
Be advised that Wallowa Lake can be a REAL zoo...

Be advised that Wallowa Lake can be a REAL zoo during the summer months. It's beautiful, but gets a lot of visitors. Going through Joseph can be a challenge as well. Once it was hyped in Sunset...
Forum: On The Road... 06-27-2017, 09:24 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,891
Posted By Drathaar
We've done it several times, but with the truck...

We've done it several times, but with the truck camper. There are always bumper pull and 5th wheel trailers in the campgrounds along the Imnaha. If you go over the top to Joseph, the road is...
Forum: Awnings 06-27-2017, 08:51 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 10,896
Posted By Drathaar
Rubbermaid makes a very stable step stool with 2...

Rubbermaid makes a very stable step stool with 2 steps. We use it for the Airstream and truck camper. About $30. Ace seems to be the easiest place to find one.

Important tip here... If you...
Forum: Computers, Internet & Satellite 06-27-2017, 06:47 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 11,180
Posted By Drathaar
A bit grumpy this morning?

A bit grumpy this morning?
Forum: Computers, Internet & Satellite 06-26-2017, 06:07 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 11,180
Posted By Drathaar
I'm a retired IT guy, wrote Windows code in the...

I'm a retired IT guy, wrote Windows code in the early days, then into management. One of the groups that reported to me was our corporate Internet security team. We started calling Tuesdays...
Forum: General Interior Topics 06-14-2017, 07:57 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 14,298
Posted By Drathaar
Plus 1... Electric carving knives work nicely

Plus 1... Electric carving knives work nicely
Forum: Doors & Locks 06-13-2017, 03:34 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,945
Posted By Drathaar
Deadbolt Sticking

In our 2012 25 FC FB, the deadbolt is occasionally sticking, both in locked and unlocked positions. Liberal applications of graphite helps, but I am still hesitant to use it. Anyone else have a...
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