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Forum: Computers, Internet & Satellite 04-19-2024, 09:36 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,955
Posted By switz
We upgraded the Classic's Peplink device and went...

We upgraded the Classic's Peplink device and went from a seven wire antenna to an 11 wire antenna for the MAX-BR2-Pro with two 5G v62 modems, Wifi (2.4Ghz and 5Ghz) and GPS. A new stand was made to...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 04-16-2024, 07:58 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 6,739
Posted By switz
All the parts needed for the stinky slinky, the...

All the parts needed for the stinky slinky, the pole for the awning catches and two expanding Xs wheel locks. The water lines and 30 amp power cords for the 23D are in the rear access compartment....
Forum: Computers, Internet & Satellite 04-16-2024, 07:48 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,955
Posted By switz
We have installed a Peplink MAX-BR2-Pro dual 5G...

We have installed a Peplink MAX-BR2-Pro dual 5G v62 modem router in both trailers. The 11" in diameter antenna is on the roof with 11 wires going to it. It creates 2.4Ghz and 5Ghz WiFi both inside...
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 04-11-2024, 07:49 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 7,137
Posted By switz
Here are some images of our installation process...

Here are some images of our installation process on our 2014 Classic in the original location for the water heater. Special Corlon paint was necessary for the frame and a piece of Airstream skin was...
Forum: 2016 - Current Classic (all lengths) 04-09-2024, 07:53 AM
Replies: 107
Views: 16,421
Posted By switz
One can have the best workers in the area, but if...

One can have the best workers in the area, but if the materials used are the cheapest Airstream can find, there will definitely be issues. RV standards seem to be a pretty low bar to clear.

In my...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 04-09-2024, 07:42 AM
Replies: 120
Views: 16,039
Posted By switz
Nose level or slightly down is preferable to any...

Nose level or slightly down is preferable to any nose up. If the tail is wagging the dog, so to speak, the tongue weight is usually too low. The usual conversation is 10% to 15% of the actual trailer...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 04-07-2024, 08:48 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 6,126
Posted By switz
Pulled into our assigned KOA space (#58) in...

Pulled into our assigned KOA space (#58) in Banning, CA after dark a few weeks ago (1 FEB 2024) with our 23D. Opened the power panel and the breakers were obviously broken as none were in their...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 03-31-2024, 04:06 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 6,126
Posted By switz
Our 2014 31' Classic was ordered with two A/C...

Our 2014 31' Classic was ordered with two A/C units and thus 50 amp service. The Dometic water heater was replaced by a Truma Instant On that uses 12Vdc for control and burns propane to heat water....
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 03-21-2024, 07:06 AM
Replies: 120
Views: 16,039
Posted By switz
We replaced the OEM 5,000 pound rated Dexter...

We replaced the OEM 5,000 pound rated Dexter axles that we had updated to disc brakes in 2015 with new 5,200 pound rated Dexter axles with 12" dual puck disc brakes and 3" lift plates. The actual net...
Forum: Refrigerators 03-18-2024, 09:45 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,413
Posted By switz
We retrofitted a Vitrifrigo 12Vdc refrigerator /...

We retrofitted a Vitrifrigo 12Vdc refrigerator / freezer into both our 2014 31' Classic and our 2015 23D International Serenity. We actually gained cold storage space in both trailers. They are...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 03-18-2024, 08:29 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,326
Posted By switz
We have both the 2012 Ram and the 2021 Land...

We have both the 2012 Ram and the 2021 Land Cruiser. Because the Land Cruiser hitch receiver height opening is 5" higher than the Ram receiver opening, we have two ProPride stingers for the Ram so it...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 03-17-2024, 09:40 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,326
Posted By switz
Come on folks. The 25FB has a GVW of 7,300 pounds...

Come on folks. The 25FB has a GVW of 7,300 pounds and the 27FB has a GVW of 7,600 pounds. If 300 pounds changes the tow vehicle, then it was the wrong tow vehicle to begin with.

I had an all wheel...
Forum: Boondocking 03-15-2024, 08:13 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 19,988
Posted By switz
I forgot to mention that the Xantrex inverter...

I forgot to mention that the Xantrex inverter chargers in both trailers failed several years ago and we now have Victron units in both trailers.
Forum: Tires 03-15-2024, 08:02 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 17,737
Posted By switz
Because our Tuson TPMS senders incorporate the...

Because our Tuson TPMS senders incorporate the metal air valve stem, I do not consider them a failure point.

Considering the GYMs of old, the GYM ST225/75R15D were rated 2,540 pounds at 65 psi and...
Forum: Boondocking 03-13-2024, 09:44 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 19,988
Posted By switz
Our 2014 31' Classic is getting upgraded at the...

Our 2014 31' Classic is getting upgraded at the end of this month from a single 600 amp hour Lithionics lithium battery to two 330 amp hour Victron lithium batteries. That then makes the complete...
Forum: Tires 03-13-2024, 08:35 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 17,737
Posted By switz
Folks, those of us that have been around awhile...

Folks, those of us that have been around awhile remember the 15" GoodYear Marathons that were standard on my 2014 Classic with a 10,000 pound GVW. Those tires were rated 2,540 pounds at 65 psi on the...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 03-04-2024, 09:49 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,930
Posted By switz
With the Hensley Arrow hitch installed, the...

With the Hensley Arrow hitch installed, the tongue weight on our 2013 25FB was 1,150 pounds camping ready. Too much for the 2007 Mercedes ML320 CDI turbo diesel.

Thus the acquisition of our 2012...
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 03-02-2024, 10:42 AM
Replies: 4,638
Views: 1,112,051
Posted By switz
Consider a stiffening bar in that space going...

Consider a stiffening bar in that space going fore and aft to keep the cabinet squared
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 02-29-2024, 07:37 AM
Replies: 4,638
Views: 1,112,051
Posted By switz
The 12Vdc compressor generates heat by moving...

The 12Vdc compressor generates heat by moving freon around during the cooling cycle.

Airstream put only one fan in the middle of the upper vent which was totally useless as air just circulated...
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 02-23-2024, 07:24 AM
Replies: 4,638
Views: 1,112,051
Posted By switz
The space where the micro wave goes has a radius...

The space where the micro wave goes has a radius from the outer skin that will preclude a full depth appliance as tall as the total opening.

We put a Vitifrigo 5.4 cubic foot marine unit (12Vdc...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 02-17-2024, 12:40 PM
Replies: 120
Views: 16,039
Posted By switz
We tow our 2014 31' Classic (scales 9,200 pounds...

We tow our 2014 31' Classic (scales 9,200 pounds loaded with a 1,175 pound tongue weight [down from initial 1,345 pounds with GYM batteries] including the ProPride hitch head) with a 2012 Ram 2500HD...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 02-15-2024, 01:54 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,215
Posted By switz
We tow our 2015 23D International Serenity with...

We tow our 2015 23D International Serenity with our 2021 Land Cruiser with a 5.7L V8 and 8 speed transmission. We select 6th gear as the highest gear when towing. We see consistent 10.5 to 11.5 mpg...
Forum: Our Community 02-14-2024, 08:13 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 6,948
Posted By switz
Our next door neighbor at Ponderosa Shadows...

Our next door neighbor at Ponderosa Shadows Airstream in Lakeside, AZ park was about 13 years old on the first world caravan led by Wally Bynum. One of his jobs was to make the drinking water safe to...
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 01-24-2024, 06:32 AM
Replies: 4,638
Views: 1,112,051
Posted By switz
Rob, glad to read you are still with us. Nothing...

Rob, glad to read you are still with us. Nothing beats we silver haired folks with years of Airstream experience to share for the relative new comers that have issues. You are a fountain of...
Forum: Buyer Guidelines 01-23-2024, 11:40 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,940
Posted By switz
Perhaps there could be water damage going between...

Perhaps there could be water damage going between the inner and outer skin down to the floor. Are there any A/C power outlets in the outside wall (kitchen power outlet comes to mind or the bathroom)...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 01-21-2024, 09:35 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,707
Posted By switz
You will be glad to have the manual awning and...

You will be glad to have the manual awning and stabilizers in the long run.

Both our 2014 31' Classic and 2015 23D International Serenity (owned since new) have manual awnings and stabilizers and...
Forum: VAC | Vintage Airstream Club 01-16-2024, 09:37 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,145
Posted By switz
Amazing work. Job well done and something to be...

Amazing work. Job well done and something to be proud of for the years to come.
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 01-16-2024, 09:35 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,569
Posted By switz
As I get older, a full 40 pound aluminum tank is...

As I get older, a full 40 pound aluminum tank is now almost more than I can handle. But the 30 pound full steel tank is also close in weight. Nuts to getting older.....
Forum: Tow Vehicles 01-16-2024, 09:31 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 4,962
Posted By switz
Have used the 4WD on our Ram 2500HD Cummins many...

Have used the 4WD on our Ram 2500HD Cummins many times.
Forum: Tires 01-16-2024, 09:26 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,703
Posted By switz
Have a Viair 450P-RVS Tire Inflation kit for the...

Have a Viair 450P-RVS Tire Inflation kit for the Land Cruiser and 23D International Serenity.

Our 2012 Ram 2500HD Cummins has a Kelderman all air bag suspension system (no steel springs) with on...
Forum: Tires 01-09-2024, 08:10 AM
Replies: 109
Views: 15,011
Posted By switz
Discount tire can get them. See...

Discount tire can get them.

See www.sendelwheel.com and click on trailer wheels. The 16" model below was use used by Airstream. The others are matching in 15" diameter and five or six wheel lug...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 01-07-2024, 02:54 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,556
Posted By switz
We had FES on our 2014 31' Classic twin rear beds...

We had FES on our 2014 31' Classic twin rear beds last year. A&P Vintage Trailer Works in Paradise, Texas sees these all the time. That have made an inventory of steel plates to remedy the issue....
Forum: Base Camp 01-06-2024, 10:58 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 7,184
Posted By switz
We have had a dedicated 2012 Ram 2500HD Cummins...

We have had a dedicated 2012 Ram 2500HD Cummins diesel since 2013 to tow both our 2013 25FB International Serenity and now our 2014’ 31’ Classic. A 6.7L diesel is not a daily shopper short trip...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 01-05-2024, 08:24 AM
Replies: 573
Views: 81,682
Posted By switz
Our local Phoenix area electric utility did not...

Our local Phoenix area electric utility did not plan on EVs when the service was put in. They used the term diversity to figure the minimum power needed to handle all the A/C units in a subdivision...
Forum: Buyer Guidelines 01-05-2024, 08:09 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,660
Posted By switz
We have used A&P Vintage Trailer Works in...

We have used A&P Vintage Trailer Works in Paradise, TX since we acquired our 2014 31’ Classic. Paul Mayeux and his crew are an authorized warranty and repair center by Airstream.

Our first...
Forum: Tires 01-03-2024, 07:59 AM
Replies: 109
Views: 15,011
Posted By switz
SenDel makes wheels for trailer use and their 16”...

SenDel makes wheels for trailer use and their 16” wheel was used by Airstream on the Eddie Bauer and Classic
Forum: On The Road... 01-01-2024, 04:13 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,997
Posted By switz
Have stayed at Santa Fe Skies many time over the...

Have stayed at Santa Fe Skies many time over the years both with 4CU Airstream Rallies and on our own. We have used both our 23D and 31’ Classic. Strong WiFi signal in park and friendly staff.

It...
Forum: Tires 01-01-2024, 06:31 AM
Replies: 109
Views: 15,011
Posted By switz
Since the Airstreams use trailing arm suspension,...

Since the Airstreams use trailing arm suspension, the actual tire movement is not vertical but both back and up in the radius of the trailing arm, Thus the gap at the front of the wheel well...
Forum: Tires 12-31-2023, 07:05 AM
Replies: 109
Views: 15,011
Posted By switz
I had the tire load for each tire on both my 2013...

I had the tire load for each tire on both my 2013 25FB International and not my 2015 23D International. Both trailers used the 15” Michelin tire captioned above with over 25% safety margin on load....
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 12-30-2023, 03:15 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,952
Posted By switz
For information purposes. We have a 2015 23D...

For information purposes. We have a 2015 23D International Serenity. We have five 100 watt AmSolar panels on the roof. All of the necessary Victron equipment is installed under the street side sofa...
Forum: Jacks, Stabilizers, Lifting and Leveling 12-29-2023, 05:59 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,677
Posted By switz
For the Airstream provided speed wrench, I took...

For the Airstream provided speed wrench, I took the wrench to the hardware store and found A 3’ rod about ⅛” worked. Used drift pin to remove old piece and small ballpeen hammer to install a new...
Forum: Buyer Guidelines 12-28-2023, 12:50 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,660
Posted By switz
Unless the interior where the damage is removed...

Unless the interior where the damage is removed so proper “bucked” rivets can be installed, the pop rivets will always be there and subject to leaking despite comments that they do not leak. Also,...
Forum: 2016 - Current Classic (all lengths) 12-28-2023, 12:38 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,664
Posted By switz
Our 2014 31’ Clsssic twin beds has been...

Our 2014 31’ Clsssic twin beds has been extensively modified. Road ready with full propane and water we scale 9,200 pounds.

Note that Airstream recently was putting 30 pound propane tanks on the...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 12-27-2023, 06:02 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 11,347
Posted By switz
A few years back, I checked out F150 specs. The...

A few years back, I checked out F150 specs. The difference in payload was substantial between the base model and fully trimmed Kings Ranch model. All that glitz used up 500 pounds of payload. This...
Forum: Tires 12-20-2023, 11:26 AM
Replies: 109
Views: 15,011
Posted By switz
Note that the single axle trailers usually had...

Note that the single axle trailers usually had the 5,000 pound rated axle and they came with the 15" GoodYear Marathons rated 2,540 pounds at 65 psi. Lots of folks migrated to the 16" Michelins with...
Forum: On The Road... 12-20-2023, 11:21 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,025
Posted By switz
Note that I searched the entire USA new 2012 RAM...

Note that I searched the entire USA new 2012 RAM data base to aquire one of the last 2012 RAM 2500HD Cummins. That was the last year for RAM to not have to implement DEF.

Ever since 2012, the DEF...
Forum: Our Community 12-20-2023, 07:03 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,015
Posted By switz
I took our brand new 2014 31' Classic from the...

I took our brand new 2014 31' Classic from the dealership to A&P Vintage Trailer Works in Paradise, TX to get all the repairs and initial customization done. They are an authorized Airstream repair...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 12-20-2023, 06:51 AM
Replies: 573
Views: 81,682
Posted By switz
Both Indiana and Arizona added a surcharge" when...

Both Indiana and Arizona added a surcharge" when registering my wife's 2020 RAV4 hybrid in 2020 in Indiana and then in 2023 in AZ. The "excuse" is less road tax receipts due to the better mileage (44...
Forum: On The Road... 12-19-2023, 07:42 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,025
Posted By switz
Still keeping my pre-DEF 2012 Ram 2500HD Cummins...

Still keeping my pre-DEF 2012 Ram 2500HD Cummins as our Airstream tow vehicle.

Despite over ten years since the DEF fluid use started for Ram (the others started in 2010 as I remember), the DEF...
Forum: Our Community 12-19-2023, 07:34 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,015
Posted By switz
Just a thought folks. It is now the end of...

Just a thought folks. It is now the end of December going into January. The snow could soon be falling and guess what? Road salt is applied to the Interstates where needed.

Our 2014 31' Classic...
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