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Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 04-14-2024, 09:50 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,056
Posted By Streamside
Connectors?

I have an older weboost with standard cabling. How did you connect to the smaller cables? Adapter? I have two options for the external antenna connection. Would I need to parallel them or just use...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 03-16-2024, 09:03 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 536
Posted By Streamside
Plenty of folks on the airstream Facebook site.

Plenty of folks on the airstream Facebook site.
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 02-27-2024, 09:54 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,374
Posted By Streamside
roof leak

There is a small "chase" inside the rear closet, next to the bathroom vanity, that hides the 2" waste line vent that then goes up to and through the roof. there is also a "penetration for the...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 02-25-2024, 04:34 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,374
Posted By Streamside
Check the vent for the plumbing. It’s on the...

Check the vent for the plumbing. It’s on the outside just above the rear closet. It may not have been sealed correctly.
Best
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 01-12-2024, 12:19 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,577
Posted By Streamside
Data?

I will have to admit that my tire pressures are based on acquiring data. However, I lack data when it comes to "feel". I have no instrument that measures vibration frequency or intensity. It's my...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 01-12-2024, 10:54 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,577
Posted By Streamside
And please reference post #4 where I quote from...

And please reference post #4 where I quote from the 2022 Atlas Owners Manual (most likely as complete system manual for that vehicle)...And, from page 7-4 of the 2022 Atlas Owners Manual: "Since...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 01-12-2024, 10:11 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,577
Posted By Streamside
Please reference data that supports your claims....

Please reference data that supports your claims. “Squirrly handling and dynamics”.
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 01-12-2024, 08:31 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,577
Posted By Streamside
So you don't think that Michelin and other tire...

So you don't think that Michelin and other tire manufactures have not already taken information from millions of miles of testing and development to generate charts that, for those with actual data,...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 01-09-2024, 09:14 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 485
Posted By Streamside
Switch in the hold position?

Switch in the hold position?
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 01-09-2024, 09:12 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,577
Posted By Streamside
It’s an expensive mistake in mountain country, if...

It’s an expensive mistake in mountain country, if you get caught without the proper tire during “traction law” periods. $500 to as much as $2500. Plus the hassle of being towed. Don’t know how...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 01-06-2024, 08:42 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 629
Posted By Streamside
I have a late 2022 but no such noise. Runs...

I have a late 2022 but no such noise. Runs pretty quiet now that most of the rattles have been quieted. Pantry was the worst.
Best
Streamside
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 01-06-2024, 08:39 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,577
Posted By Streamside
More Information on Michelin RV tires

For those that would like a more in-depth version of what I posted here...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 01-03-2024, 10:17 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,577
Posted By Streamside
Fixing my rough ride, Atlas Sprinter chassis

I will have to admit that fixing my rough ride was not my initial intent. Just happened after the changes. Long winded explanation below but short answer is: air the tires to the proper load. ...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 01-03-2024, 08:39 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 503
Posted By Streamside
Airstream Atlas Shower Pan FIX

In a previous thread I posted about my Atlas and some of the issues that I have had and those that I have fixed. Here I am going to discuss the infamous shower pan problem and how I went about...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 01-02-2024, 02:20 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 848
Posted By Streamside
Airstream Atlas

In an attempt to bring more interest to this site by Atlas owners, or future owners, I thought I would start a thread about my Atlas, and a little about how I got there. (there is no Sprinter Class C...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 01-02-2024, 01:38 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,302
Posted By Streamside
Atlas Issues

So, I am the owner of a very late 2022 Atlas. Should have been a 23 from its delivery date to the dealer. And, yes there are some issues, minor, very minor, cracks in the paint just above the driver...
Forum: Trailer Values 06-29-2023, 03:23 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 857
Posted By Streamside
2008 Classic Limited 27FB

Any thoughts as to how much to list this trailer for sale. It is in great shape, garaged, new tires(21 miles), pro-pride hitch with 1400 and 1000lb bars, 1800W Xantrex pure sine and Xantrex XADC-60...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 05-30-2023, 09:19 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,191
Posted By Streamside
My impression is that most believe in monitoring...

My impression is that most believe in monitoring through a shunt or bms. Thanks
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 05-30-2023, 03:33 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,191
Posted By Streamside
Part of my reasonig, other than trying to conver...

Part of my reasonig, other than trying to conver on the cheep, is that my converter/charger has a limiting voltage output of 14.26 measured at the battery terminal during absorption phase. It is a...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 05-30-2023, 10:11 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,191
Posted By Streamside
To Shunt or not to Shunt,

That is the question.....

I am getting ready to get new lithium house batteries in my 2007 classic FB. In my rv I have an older "BMS"(its the old LED on the galley wall) that provides level of...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 05-24-2023, 09:33 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 8,149
Posted By Streamside
Just wonder if demand is softening, too. Economy...

Just wonder if demand is softening, too. Economy is frail, if you have cash you might be sitting on the sideline wondering how things will shake out in the next few days, weeks or year ahead. ...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 05-18-2023, 09:01 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 9,408
Posted By Streamside
Just curious. I have read on forums about the...

Just curious. I have read on forums about the atlas owners having to use a squeegee to get the water out of the shower pan. Does anyone know if the atlas has the same kind of backflow preventer as ...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 05-18-2023, 03:15 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,827
Posted By Streamside
Yep. One further thing. Check to make sure the...

Yep. One further thing. Check to make sure the transfer switch switches hot, neutral, AND ground wires. Otherwise you could end up with a floating ground. That would be very bad.

Best of...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 05-18-2023, 07:12 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,827
Posted By Streamside
If you are “passing through” 30 amps wire...

If you are “passing through” 30 amps wire requirement is 10 gauge. If your source is only 20 amps then 12 gauge is correct.

I assume you inverter has a transfer relay. Is this relay rated...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 05-17-2023, 09:29 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,827
Posted By Streamside
GFCI! 30 amp pass through requires 10 gauge...

GFCI! 30 amp pass through requires 10 gauge wire.
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 05-13-2023, 08:51 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,302
Posted By Streamside
Try the airstream atlas Facebook group.

Try the airstream atlas Facebook group.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 05-10-2023, 02:17 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,811
Posted By Streamside
BTW. I have a 10 year old GMC crew with the 6.2....

BTW. I have a 10 year old GMC crew with the 6.2. My margins on the front and rear axles run 610 and 410lbs respectfully using the older pro pride. My trailer weighs a ton less that that 25 but I’m...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 05-10-2023, 02:02 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,811
Posted By Streamside
What does your keystone weigh. Do you have scale...

What does your keystone weigh. Do you have scale tickets with it and the truck, unloaded and fully loaded for the weekend. If you have these then you have a place to start in your decision making...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 05-03-2023, 11:03 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,302
Posted By Streamside
Real interested in this thread��

Real interested in this thread��
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 05-02-2023, 09:35 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 6,454
Posted By Streamside
Looking and evaluating

Many thanks to all that have taken the time to post. You have all given me things to think about. Heading out later this week to “look” at some options, not buying. Taking the trailer, happy days. ...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 04-29-2023, 09:08 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 6,454
Posted By Streamside
I’ve wondered about the stealth aspect that many...

I’ve wondered about the stealth aspect that many claim. Your description of things may just convince me about the interstate over the atlas.
Much appreciate the honest review.
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 04-29-2023, 01:10 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 6,454
Posted By Streamside
Good information. Thanks

Good information.
Thanks
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 04-29-2023, 01:08 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 6,454
Posted By Streamside
Hotel or rv.

Most likely needs to be an RV. Hitting the rural areas of the southwest, not so many hotels Also, like sleeping on a bed that no one else has slept on.
QUOTE=Lucky Skunk;2674445]What I am curious...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 04-28-2023, 08:29 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 6,454
Posted By Streamside
Hmmm

Good thoughts
Thanks
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 04-28-2023, 03:29 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 6,454
Posted By Streamside
trailers

did the 25' excella, then to a 30' Excella with a slide-out....the 27FB fits us pretty good. who knows, maybe we are looking for something that does not exist....
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 04-28-2023, 03:26 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 6,454
Posted By Streamside
Smile Goldilocks

This was not our first airstream trailer. We started with a 25' Excella(bed too small) went to a 30'Excella SO, yes slide-out(too heavy, but great inside) then to our current 27FB. Maybe we are all...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 04-28-2023, 11:57 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 6,454
Posted By Streamside
Changing Times or Time for a Change

Its spring and time to get out and explore. My wife and I are contemplating a significant change to our travels. Our current trailer, a 27FB classic, has been great, but we just don’t use it much. ...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 03-23-2023, 09:34 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 753
Posted By Streamside
Lithium battery Flash sale

Battleborn flash sale on today
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 04-24-2022, 03:36 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,143
Posted By Streamside
Simple handle

So, I built one with a little bit of flat aluminum, two bolts with nuts, and a little piece of PVC tubing. Simple enough in that it also folds easily, due to the locking nut on the lower bolt. Oh,...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 02-03-2022, 09:47 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,601
Posted By Streamside
I have used the old “bathroom scale” and it...

I have used the old “bathroom scale” and it works, kind of. There is error just because it’s hard to get the perfect lever/fulcrum points on such a crude device. I measured with the stinger in the...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 01-25-2022, 08:52 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,409
Posted By Streamside
Tongue weight change

It seems from the install that you moved the batteries well inside under the bed. Have you had a chance to weigh your rig or get a weight at the tongue/hitch. Just wonder if shifting and lowering...
Forum: Plumbing - Systems & Fixtures 01-17-2022, 09:39 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 515
Posted By Streamside
Btw, you really don’t have to drop the tanks all...

Btw, you really don’t have to drop the tanks all the way. I used a floor jack to hold up the pan that I was working on, removed all bolts on the fore, aft, and road sides, just loosened a few turns...
Forum: Plumbing - Systems & Fixtures 01-17-2022, 09:22 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 515
Posted By Streamside
Yep. Sensors go bad. I have a 07 27fb and took...

Yep. Sensors go bad. I have a 07 27fb and took the plung(not plunger) and replaced both black and grey sensors. Not too bad if a job, After emptying, back flushing and getting the tanks as clean...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 12-14-2021, 09:35 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 8,686
Posted By Streamside
Me too, a little math

Well, I’ve been considering the same tow vehicle. My travel trailer is a 2007 27fb classic limited. Fully loaded with full fresh 5 gallons black and 5 gallons grey, full propane, full fridge, and...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 11-24-2021, 08:05 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,741
Posted By Streamside
This has just convinced me to never buy an Atlas....

This has just convinced me to never buy an Atlas. Living in Colorado and traveling through the state one could experience freezing temps almost anytime of the year. This sounds like a design...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 11-08-2021, 08:05 AM
Replies: 753
Views: 108,556
Posted By Streamside
For those that don’t like do delve through the...

For those that don’t like do delve through the article….”The new GCW Alert will signal when the maximum weight the Sierra can safely carry is exceeded and signal when the vehicle may be overloaded.”
Forum: Tow Vehicles 11-08-2021, 07:39 AM
Replies: 753
Views: 108,556
Posted By Streamside
Do they really matter. Maybe GMC has been...

Do they really matter.

Maybe GMC has been listening in to these threads.

Seems like Gross Combined Weight (GCW) is on their radar and they now are monitoring it. ...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 04-18-2018, 11:40 AM
Replies: 182
Views: 33,564
Posted By Streamside
Thanks for clearing that up

Thanks for clearing that up
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 04-18-2018, 11:13 AM
Replies: 182
Views: 33,564
Posted By Streamside
Landcruiser has front and rear independent...

Landcruiser has front and rear independent suspension, not solid axles. Just wondering the load ratings for front and rear. Have heard 4300lbs for rear quoted but believe that is for a solid axle...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 04-18-2018, 07:08 AM
Replies: 182
Views: 33,564
Posted By Streamside
Any idea the capacity difference between solid...

Any idea the capacity difference between solid and ifs?
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