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Forum: Generators & Solar Power Yesterday, 04:26 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 417
Posted By field & stream
Hmmm…. True there will be no back feed while...

Hmmm…. True there will be no back feed while running, but there can/will be back feed while engine off and 7pin still connected — like stops for meals, shopping, sightseeing, etc. Why not eliminate...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters Yesterday, 12:45 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 288
Posted By field & stream
I can’t help with wiring questions, but these...

I can’t help with wiring questions, but these thoughts might help you simplify understanding this semi-complex subject;
— yes, you need a disconnect switch because the parasitic draws from the...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar Yesterday, 09:07 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,942
Posted By field & stream
Two small points: if you remove the battery...

Two small points: if you remove the battery handles I suggest you wrap a sturdy strap or two around the battery for future removal, and adding a portable panel could help you get through shady times.
Forum: Tow Vehicles Yesterday, 07:42 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 864
Posted By field & stream
To me, the cost difference of gas v. diesel over...

To me, the cost difference of gas v. diesel over the lifetime of ownership (i.e. buy, operate, sell) has always seemed to be pretty much equivalent.

The key arguments for diesel are great torque...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power Yesterday, 06:06 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 417
Posted By field & stream
2link2 — thanks for the additional information. ...

2link2 — thanks for the additional information. Based on that, and the addition of a dc/dc converter, I would say you have a very good system. The 13.6 volt reading is what fully charged lithium...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-27-2024, 06:04 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 864
Posted By field & stream
My guess is that 15mpg is strictly limited to...

My guess is that 15mpg is strictly limited to diesels. We tow a 3,000 pound 16 footer, pretty much avoid freeways so our cruising speed rarely exceeds 60, and we are lucky to see 12 mpg.
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 03-27-2024, 09:13 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 417
Posted By field & stream
In my opinion you should add a dc/dc converter,...

In my opinion you should add a dc/dc converter, and in my experience (without rewiring from the tv alternator) you should not expect significant recharging.

Two bits of information will help us...
Forum: Refrigerators 03-26-2024, 12:45 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 236
Posted By field & stream
I had a similar decision to make a few years ago....

I had a similar decision to make a few years ago. I first considered replacing the “dead” propane fridge with electric-only to get the benefits of quicker cooling and more internal space, but...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 03-25-2024, 06:29 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 286
Posted By field & stream
Interesting and fun, thanks.

Interesting and fun, thanks.
Forum: Airstream Classifieds 03-22-2024, 05:04 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 711
Posted By field & stream
Your questions have been discussed extensively in...

Your questions have been discussed extensively in multiple threads. Here is a recent one, which includes a link to another:...
Forum: Wheels, Hubs & Bearings 03-21-2024, 07:01 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 539
Posted By field & stream
First, I love your Bubble! Not 100% sure he is...

First, I love your Bubble! Not 100% sure he is still doing this, but Chris at Trailer Trasher was incredibly helpful to me while I was restoring a 1962 non-Airstream.

trailertrasher1@gmail.com -...
Forum: Community Polls 03-20-2024, 12:46 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 7,805
Posted By field & stream
Three, in this order: 2008 23’ Safari SE with...

Three, in this order:
2008 23’ Safari SE with L-lounge
2007 Basecamp (the original, and we loved it)
2007 16’ International

We started in 2010 and owned two simultaneously for most of...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 03-20-2024, 09:02 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 444
Posted By field & stream
I am not an expert on things electrical, but my...

I am not an expert on things electrical, but my research says the disconnect switch goes on the negative (ground) side. That is how the pro’s installed mine on BB lithium. Great idea to have one.
Forum: 1987 - 1989 Excella 03-20-2024, 08:35 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 326
Posted By field & stream
Fun story, thanks. What year and model was that...

Fun story, thanks. What year and model was that trailer?
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 03-19-2024, 12:29 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 8,621
Posted By field & stream
Congratulations! That’s a great choice, we love...

Congratulations! That’s a great choice, we love the 20’. I think the key to maintaining this activity is downsize and simplify.

Long may you run……
Forum: On The Road... 03-17-2024, 06:54 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,537
Posted By field & stream
WOW!!! That is quite a plan! Our plans...

WOW!!! That is quite a plan!

Our plans include Grand Tetons and Yellowstone (twice, June and September), a couple of Colorado mountain lakes, Custer SP, and Glacier.
Forum: Full-Timing, Winter Living & Workamping 03-17-2024, 04:28 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 313
Posted By field & stream
Don’t have much winter camping experience but can...

Don’t have much winter camping experience but can help a little and give the thread a bump.

Airstreams have only 2” of cheap insulation. The rest of the design is worse for cold weather:...
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 03-17-2024, 04:18 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 351
Posted By field & stream
Where is it leaking? Out of the end, at the...

Where is it leaking? Out of the end, at the valve, at the connection to the water line under the counter? Did you winterize? Experience freezing conditions?
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 03-16-2024, 08:50 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,459
Posted By field & stream
This uncertainty is an unavoidable problem, best...

This uncertainty is an unavoidable problem, best to book a larger campsite whenever possible. It is one of the reasons we downsized. If you can’t, at least don’t book a tiny site for a huge trailer....
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 03-15-2024, 01:06 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 6,715
Posted By field & stream
OP — you are more than welcome to deny that your...

OP — you are more than welcome to deny that your posts don’t have a “sky is falling” tone to them. It is the feeling I get. However, you undermine your denial of inflammatory messaging a bit when...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 03-15-2024, 07:14 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 6,715
Posted By field & stream
Yes, there are risks with ALL of the optional...

Yes, there are risks with ALL of the optional ways to power an RV, and electrical fires as a class are the number one fire risk in RV’s. The only way to eliminate the risk is to have an unpowered...
Forum: On The Road... 03-14-2024, 08:46 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,727
Posted By field & stream
East side of Glacier requires a pass to enter...

East side of Glacier requires a pass to enter Many Glacier area.

https://www.nps.gov/glac/planyourvisit/vehicle-reservations.htm
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 03-13-2024, 06:21 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 6,715
Posted By field & stream
You recommend that users get advice from an...

You recommend that users get advice from an engineer before moving forward with installing lithium batteries inside their trailers. As a self-described qualified engineer, perhaps you would share...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 03-12-2024, 11:48 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,455
Posted By field & stream
Oh yeah, and a good reason to get the gas tank...

Oh yeah, and a good reason to get the gas tank out of the truck too. /s
Forum: 2018 - Current Globetrotter 03-11-2024, 07:04 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,658
Posted By field & stream
A similar question: since more often than not...

A similar question: since more often than not when camping the best view is out the rear, why do so many floor plans have rear bathrooms?
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 03-10-2024, 12:02 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,455
Posted By field & stream
Yes, we are in Colorado and also like to extend...

Yes, we are in Colorado and also like to extend our camping. We have been surprised several times by overnight temps in the low 20’s. But, your batteries are inside the trailer and not likely to...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 03-09-2024, 02:18 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,455
Posted By field & stream
Thanks, that is new-to-me information and it is...

Thanks, that is new-to-me information and it is appreciated.

But I don’t think it changes things for the OP. If he doesn’t have power to the trailer while it is “sitting in the yard”, with one...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 03-09-2024, 12:34 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 11,419
Posted By field & stream
Definitely, plus within 30’ of them. Farther away...

Definitely, plus within 30’ of them. Farther away is better.
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 03-09-2024, 11:03 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,455
Posted By field & stream
Question: are you providing power (shore or...

Question: are you providing power (shore or solar) to the trailer while it is “sitting in the yard”?

If no, then factor into your thinking that the battery heaters will be consuming the...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 03-09-2024, 07:16 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,455
Posted By field & stream
One thought: lithium batteries have very low self...

One thought: lithium batteries have very low self discharge rates and if you have a real battery disconnect switch they will not need charging while the trailer is just sitting in the yard. Only if...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 03-08-2024, 09:19 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 436
Posted By field & stream
I have zero experience with this, but since...

I have zero experience with this, but since others are not responding I suggest you use the “search” feature on this website. There have been many threads and comments on switching to recliners.
Forum: Member Introductions 03-05-2024, 12:18 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,341
Posted By field & stream
Welcome. We love your part of the country and...

Welcome. We love your part of the country and really enjoyed our camping up there. We also love Airstreams and are now in our third one.

I don’t want to rain on your parade, but as has been...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 03-04-2024, 09:05 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,905
Posted By field & stream
I completely agree with Wazbro. In addition, a...

I completely agree with Wazbro. In addition, a shunt based monitor can help identify what is drawing down the batteries. While it is back at the dealer have them install one — shouldn’t cost more...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 03-04-2024, 07:48 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,905
Posted By field & stream
First, batteries are complicated and it takes...

First, batteries are complicated and it takes some time to learn about them. I hope you enjoy your research! Here are some basic concepts:

The voltage readings you see when you are plugged in...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 03-04-2024, 02:55 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,984
Posted By field & stream
In my opinion, the simplest of lithium...

In my opinion, the simplest of lithium conversions would include a shunt based monitor. Very shortly after rejecting the suggestions to install a shunt based battery monitor at the time of my lithium...
Forum: On The Road... 03-03-2024, 07:34 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 498
Posted By field & stream
None of us like this reality, but you need to...

None of us like this reality, but you need to obsessively and aggressively start working on reservations NOW.
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 03-03-2024, 02:40 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,241
Posted By field & stream
Oops, hope I didn’t make you feel worse with my...

Oops, hope I didn’t make you feel worse with my lame advice. At least I bumped it and someone offered useful information. There, I bumped it again.
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 03-03-2024, 07:41 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,241
Posted By field & stream
Alternative: except for the contortion required...

Alternative: except for the contortion required to get to it, it is a pretty easy DIY job. I changed mine, and I’m old!
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 03-02-2024, 02:39 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 11,419
Posted By field & stream
Yes, and they are handy. We use the Valterra one...

Yes, and they are handy. We use the Valterra one available on Amazon for less than $10.
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 03-02-2024, 01:47 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 11,419
Posted By field & stream
My thoughts exactly. Seems it would be useful...

My thoughts exactly. Seems it would be useful to be able to transfer (pump?) water from a full grey tank into a half-full black tank.
Forum: On The Road... 03-02-2024, 01:35 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 4,217
Posted By field & stream
No, I have not made that trip ….. but we...

No, I have not made that trip ….. but we considered it from the rivers edge in the Cottonwood Campground one June. Our hope was that we could paddle upstream and float back. Early the river was too...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 03-01-2024, 07:51 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 11,419
Posted By field & stream
As a matter of fact, septic systems work by...

As a matter of fact, septic systems work by discharging the waste some number of feet underground, NOT on the surface. Proper design considerations also involve locating them some number of feet...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 02-29-2024, 10:34 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 11,419
Posted By field & stream
I agree with the above comments, it depends. A...

I agree with the above comments, it depends. A consideration not mentioned is that any food stuff will attract animals from slightly annoying like ants and flies to considerably annoying like...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 02-28-2024, 12:44 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,645
Posted By field & stream
Airstream factory customer support is probably...

Airstream factory customer support is probably your most reliable source, especially if you have a VIN. (937) 596-6111
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 02-27-2024, 12:06 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 527
Posted By field & stream
It’s complicated. You might get more specific...

It’s complicated. You might get more specific responses if you provide us with more information: what type of battery (regular lead acid, AGM, lithium?), size of battery in Ah, how long does it take...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 02-25-2024, 04:37 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 888
Posted By field & stream
Battery issues are a bit complex. The only thing...

Battery issues are a bit complex. The only thing that is clear here is that it is not charging. Suspect is that something is also drawing it down.

For starters: a fully charged lead acid...
Forum: Doors & Locks 02-25-2024, 11:09 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,829
Posted By field & stream
Since the OP has contributed to the hijacking of...

Since the OP has contributed to the hijacking of his own thread (!), I will comment on downsizing. We downsized from a 23’ L-lounge to a 16’ International with double pano windows.

Everything is...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 02-25-2024, 07:53 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,129
Posted By field & stream
Glad your quick trip worked out. But, sounds to...

Glad your quick trip worked out. But, sounds to me like your batteries are shot because they didn’t hold the charge. You might be able to find a shop that might be able to recondition them but I...
Forum: On The Road... 02-23-2024, 09:05 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 4,217
Posted By field & stream
Can’t help much, but a few suggestions : —...

Can’t help much, but a few suggestions :
— if your route takes you south from the Breaks down to the Bighorns, and near Billings MT, you will be very close to Pompey’s Pillar which is definitely...
Forum: Winterizing, Storage, Carports & Covers 02-23-2024, 04:38 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,721
Posted By field & stream
Yes, load it with water, pressurize, and run...

Yes, load it with water, pressurize, and run things one at a time while watching and listening. My trailer was improperly winterized once and I lost only the kitchen faucet and toilet valve — which...
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