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Forum: On The Road... 05-07-2018, 06:19 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,050
Posted By eleighj
The only reason I can see for filling your fresh...

The only reason I can see for filling your fresh water tank at a dump station is being lazy or not to bright. Wash your hands a lot or use sanitizing hand cleaner. Disposable gloves do go a long...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 07-26-2017, 04:01 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 17,186
Posted By eleighj
We load two Trek Hybrids on the rack over a...

We load two Trek Hybrids on the rack over a thousand miles, no problems. As for locking your bike(s) to the rack, we use a Kryptonite cable about 6 feet long with a padlock. Just feed it through...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 03-27-2012, 06:22 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 8,878
Posted By eleighj
We have one too; works great; not a lot of...

We have one too; works great; not a lot of tweaking to get you bikes hooked up.:)

Ed
Forum: Tires 03-23-2012, 07:45 AM
Replies: 128
Views: 18,678
Posted By eleighj
I e-mailed Barry (tiretech) regarding ST Tires...

I e-mailed Barry (tiretech) regarding ST Tires and his chart and provided him with the following parameters:

"After reading your comments on the RV Forum and studying your spreadsheet for ST...
Forum: Tires 03-22-2012, 07:23 AM
Replies: 128
Views: 18,678
Posted By eleighj
Jeff: The nice thing about the trailer; if...

Jeff:

The nice thing about the trailer; if nature calls in the middle the night; you don't have to get out the tent and deal with "nocturnal animals" of the night.:lol::lol:

Ed
Forum: Tires 03-21-2012, 08:04 PM
Replies: 128
Views: 18,678
Posted By eleighj
The following is a link to a blog entry from Jim...

The following is a link to a blog entry from Jim and Debbie who have the site Dreamstreamr Odyssey; Travel Trailer and Truck Weights | Dreamstreamr Odyssey...
Forum: Tires 03-20-2012, 12:23 PM
Replies: 128
Views: 18,678
Posted By eleighj
I have some questions / thoughts on this issue: ...

I have some questions / thoughts on this issue:



Should the axle(s) alignment, balance, etc. be checked annually; same as with a vehicle?
Weighing your trailer often matters! There is a...
Forum: Tires 03-20-2012, 07:31 AM
Replies: 128
Views: 18,678
Posted By eleighj
Rednax: One thing I noticed in...

Rednax:

One thing I noticed in Lewster’s post was that he was running his BF Goodrich Commercial T/A tires @ 65 PSI. Whatever tires we get we will run at the specified PSI for the tire. As...
Forum: Tires 03-19-2012, 10:41 AM
Replies: 128
Views: 18,678
Posted By eleighj
After reading the entirety of the Woodall thread...

After reading the entirety of the Woodall thread along with this one and reviewing the spreadsheet provided by Barry’s Tire Tech; it seems for our one axle trailer which is rated at 4300# GAWR and...
Forum: Boondocking 02-06-2012, 01:52 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 7,974
Posted By eleighj
We have had more noise from people partying late...

We have had more noise from people partying late in the evening, then we have ever had from a generator; especially a Honda or Yamaha. Now to just figure out how to get invited to the party.:brows:...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 01-26-2012, 12:52 PM
Replies: 173
Views: 20,532
Posted By eleighj
Barry: Houston does not have a dealer...

Barry:

Houston does not have a dealer anymore; it appears that both Camping World and Demontrond RV are no longer on the list per Airstream. Neither was that "great" when they were on the list.
...
Forum: WBCCI Forum 01-11-2012, 07:14 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,229
Posted By eleighj
I like it that way being the "corporate...

I like it that way being the "corporate malcontent" that I am!:brows::angel:

Ed
Forum: Tires 12-12-2011, 07:01 AM
Replies: 148
Views: 30,304
Posted By eleighj
Looks good! :) Any issue with the spare? Also;...

Looks good! :) Any issue with the spare? Also; why the conventional wheel rather than aluminum? Just wondering.

Ed
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 11-30-2011, 06:53 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,507
Posted By eleighj
Ditto. :) Ed

Ditto. :)

Ed
Forum: Tires 11-29-2011, 07:05 AM
Replies: 125
Views: 25,883
Posted By eleighj
Quick question; if I change to a 16" tire; how...

Quick question; if I change to a 16" tire; how "easy" is goign to be to load a new size spare? Given that I have a single axle.

Thanks.

Ed
Forum: Buyer Guidelines 10-20-2011, 02:46 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,567
Posted By eleighj
Call Camper Clinic II in Buda, TX; they are on...

Call Camper Clinic II in Buda, TX; they are on I-35 across from Cabela's. They are an Airstream dealer.

Ed
Forum: Tow Vehicles 10-17-2011, 08:41 AM
Replies: 227
Views: 81,645
Posted By eleighj
How are the maintenance costs? Ed

How are the maintenance costs?

Ed
Forum: Tow Vehicles 10-17-2011, 08:19 AM
Replies: 227
Views: 81,645
Posted By eleighj
Mercedes ML350 Bluetec

Wife and I are considering a slightly used Mercedes ML350 Bluetec (diesel) to tow our 19' versus 2011 Expedition. The Mercedes has a towing capacity of 7200 lbs while the Expedition has an 8900 lb...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 06-01-2011, 10:14 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 17,795
Posted By eleighj
They are both the same generator; except that the...

They are both the same generator; except that the EU Companion has a 30 AMP outlet. I believe that they both "pure sine wave" generators. I have both generators; they work perfectly for me.

Ed
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 05-30-2011, 07:16 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,917
Posted By eleighj
I believe that any attachment to the rear bumper...

I believe that any attachment to the rear bumper will void the warranty. There are several threads on the forums regarding the possibility of frame damage.

I would not do it.

Ed
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 05-28-2011, 12:00 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 27,661
Posted By eleighj
Ditto buy a Honda or Yamaha. Also, buy from a...

Ditto buy a Honda or Yamaha. Also, buy from a local dealer that has repair facilities; makes any warranty repairs a snap.

Ed
Forum: On The Road... 04-25-2011, 07:31 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,170
Posted By eleighj
Try this link in the forums:...

Try this link in the forums: https://www.airforums.com/forums/f48/new-trailer-shopping-list-7630.html.

Ed
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 04-21-2011, 06:36 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 15,089
Posted By eleighj
Thumbs up Ditto.https://www.airforums.com/forums/images/icons...

Ditto.https://www.airforums.com/forums/images/icons/icon14.gif

Ed
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 04-17-2011, 07:07 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,262
Posted By eleighj
You need to rum them for at least 30+ minutes...

You need to rum them for at least 30+ minutes monthly. Try to have it pull a load. I use my electric leaf blower; it pulls a load.

Ed
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 04-09-2011, 06:47 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 38,155
Posted By eleighj
Ditto; we had one repaired under warranty by our...

Ditto; we had one repaired under warranty by our local dealer. Wife dropped it off one morning and picked it up the next day.:brows: The local dealer was the same price as the ordering over the...
Forum: Bumpers & Bumper Storage 04-04-2011, 01:27 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,216
Posted By eleighj
MoDrifter: 1. It does not have a rear...

MoDrifter:

1. It does not have a rear bumper. I want to mount a receiver hitch in order use a bicycle carrier and a storage rack. Has anyone done this or could advise me about this. Mount a...
Forum: Our Community 03-30-2011, 12:15 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 8,573
Posted By eleighj
Ditto. That is what we did and are doing! Ed

Ditto. That is what we did and are doing!

Ed
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 03-29-2011, 03:24 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 42,173
Posted By eleighj
Ditto; we did the same thing; even the wife can...

Ditto; we did the same thing; even the wife can lift them.:D Also; 2 Honda 2000s hooked up in parallel will run your AC.

Ed
Forum: General Motorhome Topics 03-26-2011, 08:40 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 8,065
Posted By eleighj
We keep at it 65 mph; seems the best from a...

We keep at it 65 mph; seems the best from a stress perspective. As to the GPS; the speedometer is at 65; the GPS shows 63; go figure!

Ed
Forum: Our Community 03-21-2011, 11:47 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 17,578
Posted By eleighj
Definitely buy the Honda from a local Honda...

Definitely buy the Honda from a local Honda dealer. We bought ours from a lawn mower shop; but they can also handle any maintenance or repairs; including ones under warranty. the big box guys...
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 03-18-2011, 09:27 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 13,484
Posted By eleighj
We take fast and quick showers. If we want...

We take fast and quick showers. If we want something longer we use the campground shower.

Ed
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 03-16-2011, 06:48 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 15,089
Posted By eleighj
We had a problem with one our two Hondas right...

We had a problem with one our two Hondas right after purchase; no power.:blush: Took it back to the dealer for warranty repair; loose wire.

Also; check the RV adapter plug and the receptacle. ...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 03-14-2011, 02:36 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,974
Posted By eleighj
See this post;...

See this post; https://www.airforums.com/forums/f448/honda-eu2000s-mounted-on-bambi-13142.html.

Ed
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 03-09-2011, 02:25 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,974
Posted By eleighj
Thumbs down I agree with Terry; that would throw everything...

I agree with Terry; that would throw everything out of balance. I would not do it.https://www.airforums.com/forums/images/icons/icon13.gif

Ed
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 12-29-2010, 07:19 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,144
Posted By eleighj
Can anyone tell what these wires are for?

In looking underneath the front seat where the battery cables enter the trailer, there two RJ11 cables that are unhooked. Both are labeled "Inverter". Please see the attached picture.

What are...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 12-23-2010, 08:21 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,079
Posted By eleighj
There is a brand called "ETQ" that can be found...

There is a brand called "ETQ" that can be found on the internet; Sears; etc. I would imagine that it is good for using around the house and maybe in an emergency; don't know how it would work under...
Forum: Wheels, Hubs & Bearings 12-16-2010, 06:41 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,850
Posted By eleighj
Ditto; we love them.:):) Ed

Ditto; we love them.:):)

Ed
Forum: Community Polls 12-09-2010, 06:38 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 54,759
Posted By eleighj
Ditto; that is why we never even looked at any...

Ditto; that is why we never even looked at any other trailer!:):)

Ed
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 11-28-2010, 07:51 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 5,592
Posted By eleighj
LP Gas Detector / Solid Red Light

We parked our trailer a couple of weeks ago; it is garaged, hooked up to 15 amp shore power and the LP tanks are closed; unfortunately we left the thermostat on heat. We went to check on it the...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 11-16-2010, 08:16 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 25,341
Posted By eleighj
Ditto; that is why we have two; DW can lift both...

Ditto; that is why we have two; DW can lift both generators if needed and you get 4000W power!:D

eleighj:)
Forum: Off Topic Forum 11-16-2010, 02:53 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,702
Posted By eleighj
Make sure that you do exactly what you want to...

Make sure that you do exactly what you want to do! I explained to a lot of people in my career; that is what brings happiness and success.:):)

eleighj:)
Forum: Buyer Guidelines 11-09-2010, 06:38 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,926
Posted By eleighj
Ditto; they are beauty marks.:) Ed

Ditto; they are beauty marks.:)

Ed
Forum: Boondocking 11-04-2010, 04:01 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,181
Posted By eleighj
Our 19' trailer came with 2 batteries and 2 30#...

Our 19' trailer came with 2 batteries and 2 30# LP tanks; I imagine up to 25' would be the same. The larger ones in the 27' to 34' lengths seem to come with 2 batteries and 2 40# LP tanks.

Ed:)
Forum: On The Road... 11-04-2010, 06:58 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,478
Posted By eleighj
Just North of CC on I-37 is CC State Park; on...

Just North of CC on I-37 is CC State Park; on Mustang Island just East of CC is Mustang Island SP (use during the week; as it gets a lot of day use during the weekend); North Padre Island National...
Forum: Bumpers & Bumper Storage 11-04-2010, 06:39 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 18,054
Posted By eleighj
We store our 30A shore power cord; 30A extension...

We store our 30A shore power cord; 30A extension cord; wooden blocks for the jack;awning tool and some wrenches. Not to hijack the thread, but does anyone ever padlock it when traveling or storing?...
Forum: Forum Admin, News and Member Account Info 11-04-2010, 06:31 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 5,260
Posted By eleighj
Website works for me! If we are in the 70's I was...

Website works for me! If we are in the 70's I was single, completing college and getting a heck of a first job. Ahhh, the memories.

Ed
Forum: Off Topic Forum 05-27-2010, 06:19 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 4,032
Posted By eleighj
Macbook Pro 17" for for 2 years will never go...

Macbook Pro 17" for for 2 years will never go back. :) We are looking at a Macbook Air for the ease of carry around the house and on the road.

Ed
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 05-15-2010, 07:28 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,301
Posted By eleighj
Test it out at home; pulling a load for several...

Test it out at home; pulling a load for several minutes (maybe 15) with a hair dryer, portable microwave or high draw appliance. Actually we used an electric leaf blower to test and blow the grass...
Forum: Awnings 05-10-2010, 10:29 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 11,295
Posted By eleighj
94.9% operator error; I would say more like...

94.9% operator error; I would say more like +94.9%! I am personally part of the +94.9% club; a set of rafter arms and a nice scratch on one the body panels later; what can I say.:D Go to the Zip...
Forum: General Repair Forum 03-27-2010, 08:18 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,439
Posted By eleighj
Try this; not the sport model; but it will be...

Try this; not the sport model; but it will be some what close:

https://www.airstream.com/docs/2008_Safari_Sport_OM.pdf

eleighj
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