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Forum: Plumbing - Systems & Fixtures 07-05-2021, 12:34 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,886
Posted By gsmithii
Black Tank Flush Leaking

Hey! All,

This is mostly FYI although anybody’s good ideas are welcome. On our first trip after long-term storage today I decided to flush the black tank. When water flooded into the trailer and...
Forum: Community Polls 07-13-2020, 10:23 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 12,386
Posted By gsmithii
Safe and Sane

As you probably know what works for one may not work for another. If we are traveling at our happiest pace we like to start late, sleep in and enjoy a light breakfast. Then 250-350 miles later we are...
Forum: General Interior Topics 07-05-2020, 09:21 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,370
Posted By gsmithii
What is this?

Agree - probably filiform corrosion. The best practice for removing any corrosion is to use the most gentile approach possible and work up. Using a felt pad could be satisfactory. Work slowly....
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 07-04-2020, 06:22 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,978
Posted By gsmithii
Twin sheets

At back-to-school sales at Bed Bath & Beyond you will find twin sets suitable for dorm beds. We also use a bed garter (found at WalMart) to hold the bed together. Making the bed takes more time but...
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 06-17-2020, 04:04 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,544
Posted By gsmithii
Life in the river lane

Expect interior rivets rivets to pop. Our 2013 will show me one or two loose or popped rivets from time time. Rough roads and time are likely to be behind it. A manual rivet tool is fine. Just take...
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 05-18-2020, 09:58 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,626
Posted By gsmithii
Thanks for the discussion. We have the same thing...

Thanks for the discussion. We have the same thing happening. This helps with troubleshooting.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-08-2020, 11:22 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 5,359
Posted By gsmithii
2WD vs 4WD

Passions run high in this subject and many have firm opinions that they will defend to the death. My outlook was very similarly flexible before we started towing. As I wrote above, if torque is...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-07-2020, 02:27 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 5,359
Posted By gsmithii
New vs Old Truck

Oh! Boy. Now there is a subject bound to bring out passionate responses. So! Here goes.

My experience has been with buying an ‘06 Duramax in 2010. The following is pure opinion as are all (most?)...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 02-22-2020, 09:43 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 13,916
Posted By gsmithii
No regrets. Now, when I’m in a parking lot ask...

No regrets. Now, when I’m in a parking lot ask about whether a full crew cab and eight foot bed were a good idea. That review remains mixed.
Forum: On The Road... 03-14-2019, 09:17 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 10,004
Posted By gsmithii
Martin Dreadnought Junior.

Martin Dreadnought Junior.
Forum: 2009-2015 Flying Cloud 03-08-2019, 05:33 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 14,927
Posted By gsmithii
It interests me how many others have had the same...

It interests me how many others have had the same problem. That sure speaks to a design that is inappropriate for towing. FYI it was about a year ago when I rebuilt the door and installed the shims...
Forum: Awnings 04-30-2018, 08:03 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,932
Posted By gsmithii
Manual Awning on Thirty-footer

Check YouTube for videos. I can share that our thirty-foot trailer and its manual awning are about the same effort and attention as our earlier twenty-five foot trailer. My recommendations are to 1)...
Forum: On The Road... 04-23-2018, 09:20 AM
Replies: 115
Views: 15,858
Posted By gsmithii
How good - thorough and timely - is your...

How good - thorough and timely - is your maintenance? How often have “things” gone awry? That last bit to acknowledge that machines do seem to have minds of their own. Then do a complete check and...
Forum: Tires 04-02-2018, 10:06 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,017
Posted By gsmithii
No - you are not, IMHO too scared. Those gorillas...

No - you are not, IMHO too scared. Those gorillas can make a mess faster than we could believe. At one unnamed tire shop the unsupervised knuckle-draggers managed to score my factory aluminum wheels...
Forum: Doors & Locks 03-18-2018, 06:12 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,546
Posted By gsmithii
How to Secure Primary Residence

In addition to everything preceding use Neighborhood Watch. When requested our town’s police department assists in establishing the program.
Forum: Tires 03-06-2018, 09:36 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 10,338
Posted By gsmithii
TST Repeater

Although you didn’t ask this question - we found that a repeater was unnecessary for our FC 30.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 02-03-2018, 03:33 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,591
Posted By gsmithii
Thanks for the great post. I have scheduled my...

Thanks for the great post. I have scheduled my Hensley for refurbishment this spring. It looks really rough - it is time.
Forum: 2009-2015 Flying Cloud 02-03-2018, 05:16 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 14,927
Posted By gsmithii
Yesterday I called Airstream and had a great call...

Yesterday I called Airstream and had a great call that is worth sharing. Jon told me that Airstream now has a kit for this repair that he is sending out. The solution is as Hiho Silver described....
Forum: 2009-2015 Flying Cloud 02-01-2018, 06:28 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 14,927
Posted By gsmithii
Thanks all for your comments. With your info I...

Thanks all for your comments. With your info I plan to call Airstream, the SEA folks for solutions. I already have done one field repair that didn’t last beyond two or three tows. Thanks again.
Forum: 2009-2015 Flying Cloud 01-31-2018, 10:21 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 14,927
Posted By gsmithii
Shower Door

Has anyone else experienced problems with their beautiful glass shower door? About a year after we took delivery of our new 2013 FC 30L the shower door slipped down and could not be opened or closed...
Forum: On The Road... 12-14-2016, 02:09 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,510
Posted By gsmithii
Winter Camping

Our typical experience winter camping has been in overnight temperatures at or below freezing to in the teens. A few thoughts in addition to above:
1) Always take a freeze seriously and at minimum...
Forum: Full-Timing 10-21-2016, 06:22 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,530
Posted By gsmithii
Thought I would throw my two cents into the pile...

Thought I would throw my two cents into the pile of excellent comments on this question. So here it goes-
- most folks can waste more time with more intensity jawing about what's "best" when on spec...
Forum: Wheels, Hubs & Bearings 05-18-2016, 07:17 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 8,461
Posted By gsmithii
Centramatics and Nev-R-Lube

Has anyone checked with Airstream or Dexter about the zero offset specification on the Nev-R-Lube bearings?

Specifics would be whether there is an engineering tolerance (ie., "zero equals...
Forum: General Repair Forum 03-19-2016, 05:33 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,423
Posted By gsmithii
Hm. Have you thought of high explosives?

Hm. Have you thought of high explosives?
Forum: Tires 03-17-2016, 10:29 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 6,696
Posted By gsmithii
Tires

We had two much more obvious road hazards on our last trip down I-95 and used many of the suggestions above. Since the tire can't be fixed your task is now to find a replacement tire mounted quickly...
Forum: On The Road... 02-04-2016, 05:07 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 11,322
Posted By gsmithii
TST TPMS Update

TST TPMS Update. I had removed the sensors until I could install the recommended metal valve stems after this trip. At the end of the day my trusty Navigator was directing me onto the leveling blocks...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 01-17-2016, 10:39 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,884
Posted By gsmithii
Great conversation! It has encouraged me to dig...

Great conversation! It has encouraged me to dig into tha manuals and start measuring voltages.
Forum: On The Road... 01-16-2016, 07:36 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 11,322
Posted By gsmithii
Installation of the TST TPMS

TST TPMS update. This morning I put the sensors on the truck and trailer and then took a test drive. First impression was that the sensors and their anti-theft covers were every bit as large...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 01-16-2016, 04:43 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 12,373
Posted By gsmithii
Hitching the HAHA

Thanks dznf0g and rmkrum for your comments on hitching with the trailer and tow truck less than straight. It was tough enough learning to hitch with the truck and trailer aligned. Voluntarily...
Forum: On The Road... 01-15-2016, 04:32 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 11,322
Posted By gsmithii
The TST TPMS was delivered to the John Prince...

The TST TPMS was delivered to the John Prince Park by UPS today as promised. Installation was delayed since when we weren't under a tornado warning we were experiencing thunderstorms and rain....
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 01-14-2016, 07:33 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 12,373
Posted By gsmithii
Hensley vs all other hitches

Having towed with the Hensley for about two years now it finally has become a familiar piece of equipment. The learning curve on hitching is steep and frustrating but there are lots of techniques...
Forum: On The Road... 01-12-2016, 07:17 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 11,322
Posted By gsmithii
Just pulled the trigger and bought the TST TPMS...

Just pulled the trigger and bought the TST TPMS for our truck/trailer combination. Will comment on installation and performance later but first,

- this morning Beverly was very helpful with all my...
Forum: On The Road... 01-11-2016, 08:39 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 11,322
Posted By gsmithii
Now searching for TPMS. Picked up sheet metal...

Now searching for TPMS. Picked up sheet metal screw on I-95 day before yesterday. Checked torque, tire pressure and condition before leaving camp. Trucker gestured that we should pull over after...
Forum: Electronics & Connectivity 11-19-2015, 02:01 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,421
Posted By gsmithii
And another thing within this subject. When using...

And another thing within this subject. When using the TV antenna with the booster on reception is great. If a channel is on the air we can see it. With the booster off and on cable the front TV...
Forum: Interior Restoration Forum 07-25-2015, 11:17 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,747
Posted By gsmithii
Shower door needs adjustment

Boy! Have we had experience. We had the door adjusted under warrantee after it had settled low enough on the hinge to tear the sweep. Then the great crew at Colonial recommended that we replace the...
Forum: On The Road... 07-25-2015, 11:12 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,374
Posted By gsmithii
Camping near Charleston

Agree completely with James Island County Park. We have used the park for the last three or four years and can confirm that 50 amps are available.
Over Christmas the park has a wonderful and...
Forum: Our Community 04-15-2015, 03:05 PM
Replies: 8,050
Views: 1,963,756
Posted By gsmithii
Stainless steel upgrade. Very nice.

Stainless steel upgrade. Very nice.
Forum: Plumbing - Systems & Fixtures 04-13-2015, 11:54 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,543
Posted By gsmithii
Hot water too hot.

Assuming that you are using an Atwood hot water heater you may have a failed thermostat with water temperature controlled by the Emergency Cutoff sensor. Try this video. The troubleshooting can't...
Forum: On The Road... 03-01-2015, 02:52 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,335
Posted By gsmithii
What a great thread. A word on our most valuable...

What a great thread. A word on our most valuable lesson would be the day I backed into the tree that jumped behind me. Here's the story:

We bought our first Airstream in 2010 and in 2013 we were...
Forum: Winter Living 02-08-2015, 08:28 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 23,847
Posted By gsmithii
Step by step

We spent last week camping in Williamsburg where the lowest overnight temperature was about 15 degrees. Temperatures in the twenties were pretty common and we now have a fair test of our...
Forum: Our Community 02-02-2015, 05:38 AM
Replies: 8,050
Views: 1,963,756
Posted By gsmithii
How the trailer should have been built

Just bought and installed an additional towel bar and towel ring. Ah! Now we both can hang a towel somewhere other than in the shower. Sweet!
Forum: Community Polls 01-30-2015, 07:52 PM
Replies: 294
Views: 57,199
Posted By gsmithii
55 - 65

55 - 65
Forum: Winter Living 01-27-2015, 07:15 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 23,847
Posted By gsmithii
Step-by-step

Well, Silvery, so will I. Next week if we wake up with moisture under the bed the Hypervent will be the next layer. :lol:

Oh! That and a step stool to climb up and into bed. :)
Forum: Winterizing, Storage, Carports & Covers 01-26-2015, 08:01 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,311
Posted By gsmithii
Whew! Escaped from Lakewood last Tuesday and...

Whew! Escaped from Lakewood last Tuesday and enjoying hot chocolate in Virginia. Sometimes when a thing works our right it's a good thing to take note.
Forum: Winter Living 01-25-2015, 09:07 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 23,847
Posted By gsmithii
Step by step

Since my last post on this subject - "so far working pretty good" - the news is that with colder temperatures we did experience condensation under the mattresses. Overnight temperatures were commonly...
Forum: Buyer Guidelines 01-25-2015, 07:31 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,219
Posted By gsmithii
Replace - Upgrade

Replace -
- shower door, which seems to be a piece of junk. :mad:

Upgrade -
- stainless steel :)
Forum: On The Road... 01-22-2015, 06:11 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,571
Posted By gsmithii
Reservation Window

Thanks for the great information on North Myrtle, wvstreamer. That broadens our choices when we run for Myrtle Beach. We've driven through the campground in North Myrtle and thought it looked great,...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 01-21-2015, 08:42 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 16,151
Posted By gsmithii
Using 30A cord with 50A shore power terminal

This has probably been beaten into submission by the previous excellent comments. We've just come off the road yesterday and found ourselves using several combinations of power cords and adapters on...
Forum: On The Road... 01-21-2015, 08:06 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,571
Posted By gsmithii
Camping at Myrtle Beach, SC

We like Huntington Beach State Park. There are not a lot but full hookups are available. The bathhouses are clean and functional. WiFi is fair but also available. State Park Rangers that we have met...
Forum: The Rally Zone 01-12-2015, 07:58 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 8,106
Posted By gsmithii
NAS Oceana Blue Angels Airshow

Every September Naval Air Station Oceana hosts the Blue Angels for a consistently fabulous show. The 2015 show is scheduled for Sept. 19-20.

The Blue Angels 2015 schedule is contained in:
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