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Forum: Tires 05-24-2021, 08:39 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,771
Posted By Bluto
Thank you for your comments about the different...

Thank you for your comments about the different systems. This will help me make the right decision before purchasing a new tire pressure sensor system.
It's nice to know I can count on your input.
Forum: Tires 05-22-2021, 03:24 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,771
Posted By Bluto
Looking for advice. Tire pressure monitor systems

I've been using an old Tire minder system for 11 years now and recently made a 3000 mile trip with that same system. Although the system still provides alerts when there is a problem with air...
Forum: Our Community 12-10-2020, 10:58 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 411
Posted By Bluto
The first place to start is the owners manual, if...

The first place to start is the owners manual, if you don't have one, the Airstream site may have one for that year Online that you can download and print off.
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 11-19-2020, 02:05 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 956
Posted By Bluto
Rich, All I can say is that I have the IOTA...

Rich,
All I can say is that I have the IOTA you mentioned and Lifeline batteries in my trailer.
I just replaced the Lifelines cause they weren't holding a charge as long as I liked. The batteries...
Forum: General Repair Forum 10-20-2020, 02:10 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 604
Posted By Bluto
Thanks Bob, I haven't tried that yet, but I...

Thanks Bob,
I haven't tried that yet, but I have some in the garage, and I'll try it by the weekend.
Forum: General Repair Forum 10-20-2020, 08:15 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 604
Posted By Bluto
Angry What to use to clean off sticky vinyl?

Hi folks,
I had some vinyl coated items stored in a metal storage shed for a couple of years and now the coating is sticky. I suppose it is heat related and outgassing of some kind that left the...
Forum: Wheels, Hubs & Bearings 10-18-2020, 06:41 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 637
Posted By Bluto
When I modified my spare tire carrier I had to...

When I modified my spare tire carrier I had to add (weld) a couple pieces of angle (straps) to the rear hangers. Sounds like Jackson center did the same for you. I also have a 27' trailer with 16"...
Forum: Our Community 09-10-2020, 10:57 PM
Replies: 8,049
Views: 1,956,192
Posted By Bluto
Cool! Thanks for the link.

Cool! Thanks for the link.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 09-08-2020, 09:35 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 933
Posted By Bluto
This may be over the top for you but I have been...

This may be over the top for you but I have been using an old skid loader with a ball attached to the center of the construction bucket. The skid loader is a Gehl model 4835 turbo diesel model.
It...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 09-06-2020, 12:51 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,032
Posted By Bluto
I like the IOTA 55amp. I also have solar and AGM...

I like the IOTA 55amp. I also have solar and AGM batteries. The IOTA unit in my trailer does not fry batteries. I just replaced my Lifeline batteries that are 11 years old because of age as they...
Forum: Our Community 09-06-2020, 06:50 AM
Replies: 8,049
Views: 1,956,192
Posted By Bluto
Dave, I like the holder you have for the bear...

Dave,
I like the holder you have for the bear spray. Where did you find it? I have always carried bear spray in the trailer but have never seen a bracket/holder like the one you installed. The...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 09-04-2020, 12:02 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 9,614
Posted By Bluto
I'm tagging along for related info.

I'm tagging along for related info.
Forum: Jacks, Stabilizers, Lifting and Leveling 09-02-2020, 04:46 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 916
Posted By Bluto
Glad it worked out for you.

Glad it worked out for you.
Forum: Jacks, Stabilizers, Lifting and Leveling 08-31-2020, 03:45 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 916
Posted By Bluto
Try this first: The switch that is on the...

Try this first:
The switch that is on the bottom of the motor, in your picture, has a small cylinder shaped metal cover over it that protects the actual switch. It is the one that is about an inch...
Forum: Windows & Screens 08-11-2020, 02:01 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,580
Posted By Bluto
Please post the response you receive from Jackson...

Please post the response you receive from Jackson Center. I'd like to do the fix myself. I'm a long way from JC.
Forum: Windows & Screens 08-11-2020, 09:34 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,580
Posted By Bluto
x2 I had the same problem since new, just...

x2
I had the same problem since new, just learned to live with it.
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 07-26-2020, 10:44 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 359
Posted By Bluto
Yep it's better to have one on hand. I've only...

Yep it's better to have one on hand. I've only used mine a couple of times, and I was very glad each time I've needed it that it was along for the trip, hiding in the corner of the storage...
Forum: Our Community 07-26-2020, 07:17 AM
Replies: 8,049
Views: 1,956,192
Posted By Bluto
I could use some of those straps. Thanks for the...

I could use some of those straps. Thanks for the link!
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 07-25-2020, 09:59 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 14,135
Posted By Bluto
Thanks for the link. I guess you don't see any...

Thanks for the link. I guess you don't see any issues with the system you installed? That is a major plus and worth an extra looksee on my part. It looks more complicated to install than the other...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 07-25-2020, 09:36 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 14,135
Posted By Bluto
PB_NB, I noticed that on a utube review that...

PB_NB,
I noticed that on a utube review that the view was not great, I just figured it was not aimed correctly. Is the camera angle adjustable? I would not like to have it so I could only view the...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 07-24-2020, 02:52 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 14,135
Posted By Bluto
I'm interested in purchasing a back up camera for...

I'm interested in purchasing a back up camera for the trailer now in 2020 and would like to see if anyone would like to update their posts on here since the thread is several years old. What brand of...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 07-22-2020, 01:17 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 7,735
Posted By Bluto
One day while hitching up I took a good look at...

One day while hitching up I took a good look at the AirSafe and it was slightly bent to one side. Apparently, someone ran into it while it was attached to the back of my truck, probably when I was...
Forum: Our Community 07-22-2020, 12:10 AM
Replies: 8,049
Views: 1,956,192
Posted By Bluto
x2. I did the same. It's the only one I could...

x2. I did the same. It's the only one I could find that would fit properly.
Forum: Off Topic Forum 07-21-2020, 07:39 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 555
Posted By Bluto
I'll give them a call. Thank You.

I'll give them a call. Thank You.
Forum: General Motorhome Topics 07-21-2020, 01:33 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 999
Posted By Bluto
Congrats of the new trailer! The brochure is...

Congrats of the new trailer!
The brochure is pretty close to accurate on the measurements. You can't go wrong with using 28' as the length of the 27' trailer. At least, my 2010 27' measured out that...
Forum: General Interior Topics 07-21-2020, 07:08 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 312
Posted By Bluto
Ha,ha! Pat, I see you could not resist. You found...

Ha,ha! Pat, I see you could not resist. You found where I ended up posting, thanks for contributing. Below is the link to the new thread for anyone who could not find it.


...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 07-21-2020, 06:45 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 555
Posted By Bluto
pmclemore and no__worries, Prince Williams...

pmclemore and no__worries,

Prince Williams is a very nice park and normally it would have been great for camping but,,,,
A few years ago I got a spot at Prince Williams Forest campground. I...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 07-21-2020, 06:32 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 555
Posted By Bluto
FordTruck and Stremn, Thanks, I missed that...

FordTruck and Stremn,

Thanks, I missed that one. Glad you guys answered my call for help with finding a place.
I'll contact them today!
Forum: On The Road... 07-21-2020, 06:22 AM
Replies: 1,627
Views: 502,861
Posted By Bluto
Looks like a perfect spot, more info please.

Looks like a perfect spot, more info please.
Forum: Off Topic Forum 07-20-2020, 09:23 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 555
Posted By Bluto
Maggie, thanks for posting to my thread. I have...

Maggie, thanks for posting to my thread. I have not tried private campgrounds to see if they offer that storage type of a deal. I'll start exploring that avenue today. I recently searched all the...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 07-19-2020, 04:29 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 555
Posted By Bluto
Storage around Manassas, VA

I am looking for a recommendation on where I can park/store my trailer for 2 weeks around Manassas, VA. I won't be staying at the trailer so no hook ups are necessary.
I've searched online and...
Forum: General Interior Topics 07-19-2020, 04:14 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 312
Posted By Bluto
Need parking spot or storage in VA

I posted this in the wrong section. I reposted it under Off Topic.
Forum: Refrigerators 07-18-2020, 12:25 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 12,908
Posted By Bluto
I have yet to install the fan kit I purchased...

I have yet to install the fan kit I purchased last year so I'm following this thread to get ideas too. So far so good. Thanks!
Forum: Boondocking 06-29-2020, 08:43 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,191
Posted By Bluto
You've been a great help, thank you.

You've been a great help, thank you.
Forum: Boondocking 06-27-2020, 10:37 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,191
Posted By Bluto
Thanks SailAS! And I have a last question. Are...

Thanks SailAS!
And I have a last question. Are you able to push the Yamaha 3000 up the ramps by yourself or is a helper required? I know that is a heavy generator. Maybe your 6' length on the ramps...
Forum: Boondocking 06-26-2020, 07:21 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,191
Posted By Bluto
Just wondering, have you tried driving with that...

Just wondering, have you tried driving with that set up in the rain, and if the nylon cover is enough?
I like your idea using a front mount. How long are the ramps? Did you make the ramps or did you...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 05-07-2020, 10:48 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,295
Posted By Bluto
Thanks forgot about the safety brake.

Thanks forgot about the safety brake.
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 05-07-2020, 10:43 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,295
Posted By Bluto
Questions about towing without batteries in trailer

I have never taken the batteries out of my 2010 trailer. They seem to still be in good shape but since I won't be traveling during these virus times I will take them out and just put them on a...
Forum: General Repair Forum 03-14-2020, 08:06 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,864
Posted By Bluto
Thank you Richard.

Thank you Richard.
Forum: General Repair Forum 03-14-2020, 01:51 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,864
Posted By Bluto
Jackson Center Questions

I assume the new facility is operational by now, although I could be mistaken. I haven't heard anything about it for a while and I have a couple of questions that maybe someone could answer and...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 08-01-2019, 07:40 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,204
Posted By Bluto
Lube waste water drain valves

Do any of you use veggie oil in your waste water tanks to lube the drain valves?

Do you use it after each dump cycle or do you only use some veggie oil in the tanks for storage only?
Forum: 2016 - Current Classic (all lengths) 07-24-2019, 10:27 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,610
Posted By Bluto
I spoke to a fellow in the service dept. at the...

I spoke to a fellow in the service dept. at the dealership. After I gave him my measurements of the placement of my lights on the back of my trailer and where the brackets should be located etc., he...
Forum: 2016 - Current Classic (all lengths) 07-23-2019, 12:28 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,610
Posted By Bluto
BSWG, I have read that thread about the part...

BSWG,
I have read that thread about the part failing. I'm just shooting from the hip here but in my mind there seem to be various reasons for that part to fail. First of course is, it was mgf. with...
Forum: 2016 - Current Classic (all lengths) 07-22-2019, 10:58 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,610
Posted By Bluto
chickenrx, I called A/S store and they said...

chickenrx,
I called A/S store and they said that the brackets are included, just as you had said, when a person orders the classic bike rack.

My next question before I purchase is, do any of you...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 07-20-2019, 08:15 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 8,679
Posted By Bluto
I have nothing to offer cause I've never...

I have nothing to offer cause I've never travelled like you suggest in post 1 but I'm interested. I'm a little surprised that no one mentioned Florida as a possibility. At one time it used to be the...
Forum: 2016 - Current Classic (all lengths) 07-19-2019, 04:46 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,610
Posted By Bluto
Thanks, I'll do that first thing Monday.

Thanks, I'll do that first thing Monday.
Forum: 2016 - Current Classic (all lengths) 07-19-2019, 12:21 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,610
Posted By Bluto
Fiamma Bike Rack

I've been thinking about ordering a Fiamma bike rack for my 2010 Classic. My problem is that my trailer has a fiberglass bumper that wraps around the rear of the trailer and has a pull out drawer...
Forum: On The Road... 07-15-2019, 11:08 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 16,794
Posted By Bluto
Tim, I didn't elude to anything that I am aware...

Tim,
I didn't elude to anything that I am aware of when I posted the link. The link speaks for itself and is from Military Times. It does say that the foaming agents have contaminated ground waters...
Forum: On The Road... 07-14-2019, 08:29 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 16,794
Posted By Bluto
I'd stay far away from the bases and beware of...

I'd stay far away from the bases and beware of the drinking water in that city where the bases are located. Over fifty years ago I was trained using the foam to put out
shipboard fires. I see the...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 06-26-2019, 01:48 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,648
Posted By Bluto
Hi Al, I had the same problem about 2 years ago...

Hi Al,
I had the same problem about 2 years ago and I noticed water on the floor in front of the fridge in the trailer also but only while driving in the rain. After checking everything else with no...
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