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Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 05-09-2021, 09:51 AM
Replies: 140
Views: 21,592
Posted By cricket
Trailer sway

About 10 years ago, I was faced with a similar situation. I inherited a ‘52 Flying Cloud with the original tow vehicle, a ‘56 Chevy Nomad. With my entire family in the car, my kids being 4 & 6 at the...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 03-24-2021, 11:59 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 13,022
Posted By cricket
Fuel consumption

I’ve been using old school equipment compared to what everyone else is using. I have a ‘52 22 ft Flying Cloud and tow it with a ‘53 Ford country squire. I don’t get any better mileage than other...
Forum: Full-Timing, Winter Living & Workamping 01-13-2021, 02:01 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 19,235
Posted By cricket
Those who overload their vehicles towing could be...

Those who overload their vehicles towing could be in for a big surprise. I have a Jeep Wrangler that has a tow rating of 3500 lbs. On one of my job ventures I was towing my ‘52 Airstream trailer...
Forum: General Repair Forum 10-09-2019, 11:05 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 8,900
Posted By cricket
Everyone here is discussing when to pull the...

Everyone here is discussing when to pull the tires out your rig, but checking the date code when purchasing is just as important. I had a blow out on a trip once and decided to replace all 4 tires at...
Forum: Winterizing, Storage, Carports & Covers 10-02-2019, 10:48 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 7,634
Posted By cricket
Not knowing your finances and I do know about the...

Not knowing your finances and I do know about the extreme weather in Michigan, there’s a number of permanent covers that can be put up to park a trailer under. I have a cover that I purchased for...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 08-18-2019, 11:30 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 8,215
Posted By cricket
I pull my Airstream on just the ball and no...

I pull my Airstream on just the ball and no weight distribution, I don’t experience the problems that you are. It sounds like your hitch isn’t set up right. You should be able to pull the nose of...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 07-28-2019, 11:41 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 8,155
Posted By cricket
Towing with a Honda

Over the years I’ve towed trailers with too small of a vehicle, so let me make my point, don’t do it. When you tow with a small vehicle, it can lead to many problems, not to mention safety issues....
Forum: Title, VIN & Registration 01-30-2019, 11:59 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 19,187
Posted By cricket
I moved from California to Washington state to...

I moved from California to Washington state to escape the high cost of living. I sold my trailer before I left. About 2 years later I got a notice that I owed 2 years of back registration on the same...
Forum: Buyer Guidelines 01-23-2019, 10:30 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 11,033
Posted By cricket
I would run a Carfax on this unit, it sounds like...

I would run a Carfax on this unit, it sounds like it has been wrecked in some sort of manner. I’ve never heard of any dealer charging this much in prep fees. If you’re not careful you could get stung...
Forum: Computers, Internet & Satellite 01-16-2019, 11:53 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 7,556
Posted By cricket
Check Best Buy they have a number of different...

Check Best Buy they have a number of different kinds of boosters, also what you’re looking for is available at most truck stops. I bought one and it will run 4 different devices at once, but that’s...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 11-04-2018, 12:05 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,987
Posted By cricket
If you’re considering a new Colorado, you might...

If you’re considering a new Colorado, you might want to look at the one with the diesel. I bought one last year and have towed a 27ft Airstream and was impressed, not only the ability but also the...
Forum: Photography 12-06-2017, 01:19 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 21,108
Posted By cricket
December photos

300469This 1952 Airstream my parents bought many moons ago, I now use as a adult. I'm now 55 and can remember my mom giving a bath in the kitchen sink as a infant and wonder how she got away with it.
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