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Forum: 2016 - Current International 01-21-2024, 02:47 PM
Replies: 147
Views: 61,340
Posted By flyingfinn
Thank you, tbthorne for sharing your experience....

Thank you, tbthorne for sharing your experience. It's good news. Did you run the cable to the camera eye from the top of the window or from the bottom? And also, was the cable mounted outside the...
Forum: 2016 - Current International 01-21-2024, 12:51 AM
Replies: 147
Views: 61,340
Posted By flyingfinn
I just purchased a GM Transparent Trailer camera...

I just purchased a GM Transparent Trailer camera for my 2023 Silverado 2500 HD with 4-wheel drive. The truck is tall and its rear camera is at 55” high. The instructions say to mount the trailer...
Forum: Electronics & Connectivity 12-09-2023, 10:30 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 491
Posted By flyingfinn
Thank you for the reference. I will check it out.

Thank you for the reference. I will check it out.
Forum: Electronics & Connectivity 12-09-2023, 05:00 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 491
Posted By flyingfinn
see-through camera set up for Safari

I purchased the rear camera set-up from GM for my 2023 Silverado diesel 2500 HD. the units are very specific to the trucks. Has anyone installed the system in an Airstream? My basic question is, what...
Forum: Roof Vents, Skylights & Fans 05-12-2019, 05:34 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,089
Posted By flyingfinn
Help with replacing old vent with Fan-tastic Vent.

I bought a Fan-tastic vent to replace the old vent which cracked and flew away in a windstorm. The new one has a fan. I need to connect the electric line to something for power. I have a 28' 2008...
Forum: On The Road... 05-13-2018, 12:37 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,129
Posted By flyingfinn
I would go alone. You can set your own schedule....

I would go alone. You can set your own schedule. The roads are very good. There are gas stations close enough together.
Driving to Alaska is not the same today as it was 30 years ago. The roads...
Forum: On The Road... 05-12-2018, 11:08 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,129
Posted By flyingfinn
North to Alaska - and back

In June 2016 we traveled to Alaska from San Luis Obispo, CA. Since I had only 3 weeks, we knew that the destination was the trip. It took us 6 1/2 days to get to Homer, Alaska and we covered exactly...
Forum: On The Road... 07-13-2017, 12:59 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,230
Posted By flyingfinn
North to Alaska

Last summer we traveled to Alaska from San Luis Obispo, CA. Since I had only 3 weeks, we knew that the destination was the trip. It took us 6 1/2 days to get to Homer, Alaska and we covered exactly...
Forum: Airstream Classifieds 04-06-2015, 11:45 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 498
Posted By flyingfinn
O'Keefe Merritt vintage gas stove

Title: Add New - Airstream Trailer Classifieds - Airstream Trailers For Sale
I just posted a new ad on Airstream Classifieds.

21" wide; 26.5" deep, 36.5" tall
You can contact us by...
Forum: Leaks - Weatherstrips, Gaskets, Caulks & Sealants 01-14-2013, 11:38 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,673
Posted By flyingfinn
Thank you Bob and Doug. It sure seems that I will...

Thank you Bob and Doug. It sure seems that I will need to put a seal in the gap on top of the bumper plate. I also wonder if it would be a good idea to run a bead of something under the bumper plate...
Forum: Leaks - Weatherstrips, Gaskets, Caulks & Sealants 01-13-2013, 10:00 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,673
Posted By flyingfinn
Bob, the link is corrupted - atleast for me.

Bob, thank you for the reference. However, all the link does is flash with a picture of the rear of an AS (no pun intended) and then it disappears, so I have not been able to open it.
Forum: Leaks - Weatherstrips, Gaskets, Caulks & Sealants 01-12-2013, 06:31 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,673
Posted By flyingfinn
Thank you. How can I get under the U channel that...

Thank you. How can I get under the U channel that sits on top of the plywood? There are 2 large bolts and 4 heavy duty screws that go through the channel into the plywood. I took them off but I am...
Forum: Leaks - Weatherstrips, Gaskets, Caulks & Sealants 01-12-2013, 01:32 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,673
Posted By flyingfinn
I need Help for Leak in rear of 2008 28' Safari

My unit is an SE with a rear bed. I am baffled by the wet floor in the rear bedroom. I checked out the Surflo valve and plumbing and roof. They all seem OK. I removed the bed and carpet and ran a...
Forum: Leaks - Weatherstrips, Gaskets, Caulks & Sealants 12-30-2012, 05:20 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,202
Posted By flyingfinn
My 08 28 ft Safari SE left rear quarter floor is sopping wet.

I had not used the trailer for a few months, but today when I started out on a trip I noticed the wet floor in the left rear quarter. It had not been hooked up to water during this time. We just had...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 09-03-2011, 11:55 PM
Replies: 147
Views: 21,998
Posted By flyingfinn
It has been very educational for me to read the...

It has been very educational for me to read the various hints about mileage that various AS owners have given since I started the thread. Thanks. I pull a 2008 28 footer with my 2008 Silverado 2500...
Forum: Clearcoat, Exterior Paint & Trim 08-07-2011, 12:19 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 25,529
Posted By flyingfinn
I had asked how to remove water spots off the...

I had asked how to remove water spots off the skin of a 2008 Safari. It had sat by sprinklers for a couple of years in Nevada heat. I tried various compounds and rubbing but nothing worked. Finally I...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 07-04-2011, 09:23 PM
Replies: 147
Views: 21,998
Posted By flyingfinn
Thanks to everyone who picked up on the topic of...

Thanks to everyone who picked up on the topic of mpg for a Duramax. My 2008 is totally stock. It is a 4x4, standard bed. I keep reading about the chips that improve mileage and power. Also, is there...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 05-31-2011, 05:04 PM
Replies: 147
Views: 21,998
Posted By flyingfinn
One correction on the distance from California to...

One correction on the distance from California to Ohio. I should have said 2,480 miles each way, not 1,280. Sorry.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 05-31-2011, 05:01 PM
Replies: 147
Views: 21,998
Posted By flyingfinn
More info on my Chevy Duramax truck

I should have given a bit more info on my Chevy Duramax. It is a crew cab, short bed 4X4. I did use the Tow mode about half of the time. It did do a good job of controlling the speed going down the...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 05-31-2011, 03:19 PM
Replies: 147
Views: 21,998
Posted By flyingfinn
Chevy Duramax actual mileage results

I have 2008 Safari SE and my tow truck is a 2008 Silverado Duramax. It is silver, of course, to match the Airstream. By the way, why are red ones not called Redrados and black ones Blackrados? It has...
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 05-31-2011, 02:38 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 11,380
Posted By flyingfinn
Thank you everyone. The immediate response to my...

Thank you everyone. The immediate response to my question is most impressive and much appreciated. I just bought the Airtream and joined Airforums. I will try the various suggestions and report back,...
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 05-29-2011, 09:16 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 11,380
Posted By flyingfinn
Cleaning water marks and calcium deposits

What is the best product to clean water stains and calcium deposits from our 2008 Safari skin? The deposits were from lawn sprinklers in Las Vegas.
Forum: Clearcoat, Exterior Paint & Trim 05-29-2011, 09:01 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 25,529
Posted By flyingfinn
It's the same as fixing airplane corrosion. Make...

It's the same as fixing airplane corrosion. Make sure you do not use a steel wire brush on aluminum
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