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Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 03-16-2024, 12:34 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,572
Posted By az-streamer
I plan to have this done by either the...

I plan to have this done by either the Gainesville or Jacksonville FL Airstream Dealer Service Dept. That way, if it gets screwed up it's on them.
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 03-16-2024, 08:55 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,572
Posted By az-streamer
I would certainly do it myself but the grey valve...

I would certainly do it myself but the grey valve and the black valve are covered by the aluminum belly pan.
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 03-03-2024, 03:18 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,572
Posted By az-streamer
Not at all If the Airstream was a more user...

Not at all

If the Airstream was a more user friendly/ user fix trailer I would definitely try for a diy repair.

I just had to Macguyver a fix for the rubber antenna boot since I didn't want to...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 03-03-2024, 02:48 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,572
Posted By az-streamer
441570 441571 Sure, no problem. I...

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Sure, no problem.

I have attached a picture of the aluminum pan covering the tanks, and a picture of the camco valve which was a good suggestion and one which I had already...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 03-03-2024, 10:52 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,572
Posted By az-streamer
If only it were that easy! Unfortunately,...

If only it were that easy!

Unfortunately, these are the individual tank valves.
They are under the trailer and covered by the aluminum cover. I've seen where others have cut a hole in the tank...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 03-03-2024, 06:47 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,572
Posted By az-streamer
Black & Gray Tank Valve Replacement

My rig is a 2014, 25' Flying Cloud.

The gray water valve is not working properly. It will close, but only opens with some force. I'm afraid that it will fail in the closed position, leaving me...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 02-12-2024, 02:49 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,470
Posted By az-streamer
I get what you're saying. As a truly non...

I get what you're saying.

As a truly non pro at electrical stuff: although power is traveling on a wire, if there is no active use/draw of electricity, will there still be a drain on the battery?...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 02-12-2024, 09:55 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,470
Posted By az-streamer
440971 440972 440973 Thanks to all...

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Thanks to all for your valuable insight.

After some consideration I added a cut off switch at the end of cable '3'. See pic.
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 02-08-2024, 12:09 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,470
Posted By az-streamer
Thanks to all for the great Intel. If I...

Thanks to all for the great Intel.

If I can't figure this out I will either get the knife switch or go old school and just do a hard dist.

Thanks,
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 02-08-2024, 11:42 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,470
Posted By az-streamer
Guys, Thanks for the great advice. If I can...

Guys,

Thanks for the great advice. If I can figure this out I might try the knife switch. Otherwise there is always the old school hard disconnect.

Thanks again,
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 02-08-2024, 11:14 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,470
Posted By az-streamer
440866 440867 Are the current flows...

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Are the current flows correct as I have drawn them?
No sure about wire 1.

Thanks,
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 02-08-2024, 11:09 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,470
Posted By az-streamer
I see you have your switch on the negative...

I see you have your switch on the negative terminal. Is this the preferred side as opposed to the positive terminal?
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 02-08-2024, 10:50 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,470
Posted By az-streamer
There is no solar involved. Just looking...

There is no solar involved.

Just looking for a simple solution.

Wire 2 is a continuation of wire 3. Not sure of function of wire 1.
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 02-08-2024, 10:32 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,470
Posted By az-streamer
440857 Thanks for the replies I plan...

440857

Thanks for the replies

I plan to add the above pictured switch inside the box between the cables and the terminal.

Thanks,
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 02-08-2024, 09:26 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,470
Posted By az-streamer
Adding Battery Disconnect Switch

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Hello Friends,

I'm trying to add a battery cut off switch to my dual battery setup (2014 25' flying cloud). I have attached a pic of the current wiring plus a drawn schematic....
Forum: Airstream Motorhome Forums 11-23-2023, 08:43 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,541
Posted By az-streamer
As noted by Hans627, we've had all had a variety...

As noted by Hans627, we've had all had a variety of learning experiences.

Mine was years ago in Arizona. Our driveway was a right angle and a down slope from street ending at a wooden fence. I was...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 09-24-2023, 10:33 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,788
Posted By az-streamer
You're right. Considering how quickly they...

You're right. Considering how quickly they tarnish, they are remarkably tough

Once I got one edge up I just wedged my fingers underneath and forced them off

Since they were going into the...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 09-22-2023, 09:04 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,788
Posted By az-streamer
Trim replacement

Update: purchased replacement trim for the scare light and the rear lights.

Removal of old pieces was easy since I was worried about breaking them. Easy to pry off once you get a finger under one...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 08-20-2023, 12:43 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,788
Posted By az-streamer
As suggested by Bearstream01, I did a deep dive...

As suggested by Bearstream01, I did a deep dive in Amazon and found the replacement trim piece

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Will attach it after I give it a few coats of wax
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 08-16-2023, 11:52 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,788
Posted By az-streamer
Unfortunately, mine is past the "polish" stage. I...

Unfortunately, mine is past the "polish" stage. I have seen vendors who sell the combo but t don't need to replace the light.

Too bad a real chrome/metal ring isn't available.

Oh well,...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 08-16-2023, 10:54 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,788
Posted By az-streamer
Scare Light Trim Ring

Hello friends,

I am looking to replace the exterior plastic "chromed" trim ring on scare light

I replaced it in the last but I can't seem to find the previous vendor. Anyone have a source?
...
Forum: Roof 06-21-2023, 09:21 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 7,930
Posted By az-streamer
Something to consider for the future: We've...

Something to consider for the future:

We've had our refrigerator and a/c units replaced (at separate times) by Camping World. In each case, I took "before " pics and videos of the areas where they...
Forum: Airstream Classifieds 05-27-2023, 01:05 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 256
Posted By az-streamer
VTG Airstream Trailers Inc. Jackson Center Aluminum Jack Stand Pad - Florida

VTG Airstream Trailers Inc. Jackson Center Cast Aluminum Jack Stand Pad. 9.5" x 9.5".

All original. Questions welcome

Will ship via USPS Priority Mail for 12.00.

30.00
Forum: Airstream Classifieds 05-13-2023, 06:53 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 380
Posted By az-streamer
Sorry, at this time the flagholder is no longer...

Sorry, at this time the flagholder is no longer available. Thanks
Forum: Airstream Classifieds 05-09-2023, 11:19 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 380
Posted By az-streamer
Please advise what additional information you...

Please advise what additional information you would like.

You can also contact me via email:

azpapa1@msn.com

Thank you
Forum: Airstream Classifieds 05-09-2023, 08:09 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 380
Posted By az-streamer
Aluminum Flagholder Five Hole - Florida

This is an all Aluminum 5 Pole flagpole holder made by "Rob" back in 2010.

Height: 10"

Top width: 17.5"

Bottom width: 11"

Depth: 2.25"
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 03-09-2023, 12:37 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 495
Posted By az-streamer
Replacement interior overhead LED light

Just so folks are aware. Replacement LED lights can be bought directly from the manufacturer at about one-third the cost of other retailers

I went directly to ITC for these and there were exact...
Forum: Member Introductions 01-24-2023, 11:55 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,505
Posted By az-streamer
Along with all the other things to consider when...

Along with all the other things to consider when buying your first Airstream - mechanical vs electronic.

Beginning around 2015 and going forward, it seems the Airstream decided to go heavily...
Forum: Boondocking 12-24-2022, 06:30 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,498
Posted By az-streamer
I like to keep it simple and productive. ...

I like to keep it simple and productive.

Take one red solo cup. Fill to any of the inside rings with beer.

Place cup on inside counter.

Level trailer until beer level is level with cup ring...
Forum: Fun & Games 12-23-2022, 08:13 AM
Replies: 1,913
Views: 195,545
Posted By az-streamer
"Don't worry. You still have two more feet in...

"Don't worry. You still have two more feet in back of you."

- Famous trailer saying -
Forum: Jacks, Stabilizers, Lifting and Leveling 11-27-2022, 11:03 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,210
Posted By az-streamer
Switching to Manual Jack

My Airstream is a 2014 25' FC.
As of this past week I have gone through 2 power jacks. The original one lasted 5 years. The Husky 5000 only 4 before clicking, grinding and finally quitting.
Had to...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 10-16-2022, 11:20 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,039
Posted By az-streamer
Thanks for the input. I thought that either of...

Thanks for the input. I thought that either of these alternatives would work. AS prices are nuts.
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 10-15-2022, 07:23 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,039
Posted By az-streamer
Appreciate the offer but we are a bit out of the...

Appreciate the offer but we are a bit out of the way on east coast Florida. Oddly enough, we have AS friends currently in Stockton Tx heading to Thompson Ga.
Hopefully you can help out someone else...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 10-15-2022, 02:56 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,039
Posted By az-streamer
Having issues at both ends and cord is badly...

Having issues at both ends and cord is badly stained. Original cord to our 2014 FC. I'd prefer to go with a full new one. Doesn't have to be AS grey.
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 10-15-2022, 01:12 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,039
Posted By az-streamer
I am also ready to replace my old grey 30 amp...

I am also ready to replace my old grey 30 amp cord. The replacement cords from Airstream run $150-200.

Camco and Marinco offer what appear to be the same items at about half the cost.

Are these...
Forum: Stoves, Ovens & Microwaves 08-26-2022, 06:56 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,485
Posted By az-streamer
Just a quick note about the quirky Keurig single...

Just a quick note about the quirky Keurig single cup units. We had the same issue. There is a 'reset' that might help

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We do carry a French press as backup.
Can't go without coffee in...
Forum: Stoves, Ovens & Microwaves 08-15-2022, 06:04 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,485
Posted By az-streamer
We previously used a large multi cup Keurig....

We previously used a large multi cup Keurig. Changed to a smaller single cup unit to save space. Both worked fine in our 2014 25' FC.

May indeed be an issue with the Keurig.
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 07-27-2022, 09:36 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 916
Posted By az-streamer
Took another look at unit. Have not yet added it...

Took another look at unit. Have not yet added it (waiting for next dump/flush), but it looks like the rubber valve seal might solve the rotation issue.
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 07-27-2022, 09:17 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 916
Posted By az-streamer
Adding Gate Valve

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Due to a slow leak in my black tank waste valve I plan to attach the above gate valve.

However, the unit has a swivel action where gravity will cause the handle to point...
Forum: Awnings 07-25-2022, 10:40 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,871
Posted By az-streamer
420007 Really any rod with the right...

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Really any rod with the right diameter will do the job.
This is about 8" long and fits perfectly. I store it in the front outside compartment.

I lock down the awning wheels by hand.
...
Forum: Awnings 07-17-2022, 09:06 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 6,857
Posted By az-streamer
What they said.

What they said.
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 07-15-2022, 11:22 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,892
Posted By az-streamer
I wonder if this would have occurred with a surge...

I wonder if this would have occurred with a surge protector in place?

Did not see one mentioned here as being used.
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 07-15-2022, 08:55 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 310
Posted By az-streamer
Progressive Industries - Great Service

This is a 👍to Progressive Industries on their recent help with my surge protector.

The LED readout on my roughly 2 yr old 30 amp EMS-PT30X failed. The unit still operated but I couldn't tell if...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 07-15-2022, 07:53 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,012
Posted By az-streamer
Not sure about jumping from batteries but I carry...

Not sure about jumping from batteries but I carry a Gooloo jumpstart power pack. It's about the size of hardcover book. I've used it in the past on my F150 and now on my Ford Expedition. It works so...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 07-08-2022, 08:25 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,574
Posted By az-streamer
The cause (s) can most likely be attributed to...

The cause (s) can most likely be attributed to one or more of the following:

A. Factory 'workmanship'
B. Design error
C. Bad roads
D. Excessive speed
E. Incorrect WD / hitch setup
F. Too much...
Forum: General Repair Forum 06-27-2022, 06:32 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,250
Posted By az-streamer
Thanks for the info! This is more like what I'm...

Thanks for the info! This is more like what I'm looking for. I'll definitely contact them.
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Forum: General Repair Forum 06-27-2022, 05:24 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,250
Posted By az-streamer
I saw the saw item. Led4rv wants about $38 for...

I saw the saw item. Led4rv wants about $38 for the whole unit. I was hoping to get just the replacement led bit.
Forum: General Repair Forum 06-27-2022, 01:15 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,250
Posted By az-streamer
Replacing LED Ceiling Lights/Bulbs

Some of the overhead puck lights are starting to flicker in my 2014 25' FC. It seems unnecessary to replace the entire fixture when only the inner leds are bad.
And the fixtures are very pricey. ...
Forum: Refrigerators 06-25-2022, 08:57 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,655
Posted By az-streamer
Sorry about rotated pics.

Sorry about rotated pics.
Forum: Refrigerators 06-25-2022, 08:47 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,655
Posted By az-streamer
A point that should be noted: the fridge reading...

A point that should be noted: the fridge reading may not be accurate. We use two small thermometers in the fridge and freezer sections. These are more accurate than the digital readout. Pics show the...
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