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Forum: Land Yacht/Legacy Motorhomes 06-09-2018, 09:28 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,785
Posted By tailpipe
One easy question

I enjoyed reading everyone comments we are all so much alike but then so far apart,,,hmmm

I do have one question I l looked at a mid 2000 gas Land Yacht 30' I could not locate the Allison...
Forum: Land Yacht/Legacy Motorhomes 06-08-2018, 09:56 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,785
Posted By tailpipe
Much to complicated

We went from a 25 Classic to a Country Coach 40 ' diesel pusher. The CC is to complicated to many things to go wrong or cause problems . Depending on the trailer weight you pull and the horse needed...
Forum: Member Introductions 01-05-2014, 06:40 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,723
Posted By tailpipe
Welcome from SW Florida, we traveled a similar...

Welcome from SW Florida, we traveled a similar road for 15 years with 5 years living as a full timer a total of one little egg ..three different 5 th wheels the last one 40' and 22,000...
Forum: Winterizing, Storage, Carports & Covers 12-31-2013, 10:55 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 10,622
Posted By tailpipe
Do a web search on " Sewer Solution" this should...

Do a web search on " Sewer Solution" this should give you another option
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 12-29-2013, 09:10 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,734
Posted By tailpipe
I have a top the both side windows open like a...

I have a top the both side windows open like a door open up . I put the 3000 watt generator in the front of the bed run a 30 amp extension cord. There is plenty of air flow around the generator. I...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 12-25-2013, 08:49 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 36,667
Posted By tailpipe
Hmmm.i have always thought heavier components...

Hmmm.i have always thought heavier components were to my advantage . Wheebase is a great advantage when pulling a trailer and a disadvantage when forced to make sharp turns in the city without the...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 12-25-2013, 08:35 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 12,163
Posted By tailpipe
There is no question a diesel shines pulling a...

There is no question a diesel shines pulling a load as far as longevity,power and to a lesser extent fuel mileage . Ten years ago when diesel was cheaper than gas it was a no brainer. I have seen...
Forum: Airstream "In the News" 12-19-2013, 05:14 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,093
Posted By tailpipe
HOA is not a bad thing, in most cases. If this is...

HOA is not a bad thing, in most cases. If this is a deed restricted home this is another thing. We did have a SOB parked in a gated RV resort, we owned the lots, the HOA dished out a lot of trouble...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 12-17-2013, 09:24 PM
Replies: 204
Views: 21,358
Posted By tailpipe
My favorite thing about running sub 60 mph...

My favorite thing about running sub 60 mph speeds....everybody passes you and generally you run by yourself.
Forum: Dollars & Cents 12-17-2013, 09:19 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,873
Posted By tailpipe
The combination of aerodymics, balance,...

The combination of aerodymics, balance, suspension, low center of gravity and overall height yes best pulling rv. I have owned a Sunnybrook 5th wheel, Alpenlite 5 th wheel and Newmar London Aire 5...
Forum: Flat-Front (Cutter, Clipper, XC, XL & Skydeck) Motorhomes 11-26-2013, 10:11 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,524
Posted By tailpipe
In a 25" Classic an electric heater will do it....

In a 25" Classic an electric heater will do it. Much lower than 40 a heat pump becomes ineffective. When the heat pump freezes up the furnace should come on. As far as tanks it would surprise me if...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 11-18-2013, 10:11 PM
Replies: 204
Views: 21,358
Posted By tailpipe
I have tried from 55 to 70 and for my truck about...

I have tried from 55 to 70 and for my truck about 58-59 mph at about 2100 rpm is the sweet spot. Very seldom do I get in heavy traffic as everyone passes me....well from SW Florida to N Texas I did...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 09-17-2013, 08:59 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,688
Posted By tailpipe
hmmmmm...yes a discerning breed...most of the...

hmmmmm...yes a discerning breed...most of the comments from others are....great top quality trailer....good looking rig.....pretty......not much storage....I bet it is light....does it pull good...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 09-17-2013, 08:45 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,764
Posted By tailpipe
Most of the time it is not the go that's gets you...

Most of the time it is not the go that's gets you in trouble ( power ) it is all the other stuff.....the capacities. If you are towing a trailer and carrying enough stuff to exceed the capacity of...
Forum: On The Road... 09-15-2013, 09:06 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,477
Posted By tailpipe
That is not the best neighborhood . Take a couple...

That is not the best neighborhood . Take a couple days and go to the State Park Palo Duro Canyon a few miles south of the Wal Mart. There are three or four commercial parks right off the interstate....
Forum: On The Road... 09-14-2013, 09:14 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,022
Posted By tailpipe
I use a cable and lock the most important items...

I use a cable and lock the most important items to the bed tiedown. In reality in 30 seconds or less someone could get into the cap cut the cable or lock . I feel the only thing you can do is take...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 09-13-2013, 09:18 PM
Replies: 108
Views: 10,346
Posted By tailpipe
I do know this, a 7.3 if the antifreeze has not...

I do know this, a 7.3 if the antifreeze has not been maintained correctly you could spend major bucks when water jacket cavitation eats through a cylinder. A risky gamble in my book. My dollar is on ...
Forum: Plumbing - Systems & Fixtures 09-13-2013, 08:56 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,130
Posted By tailpipe
It tickles me to see so many individuals using ...

It tickles me to see so many individuals using many different procedures to dump tanks . The Picking the hose up trick .....isn't that the same trick Robin Williams tried in the movie RV ??
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 09-13-2013, 08:31 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,758
Posted By tailpipe
Let me add this synthetic motor oil and...

Let me add this synthetic motor oil and transmission fluids will generally handle high stress and heat better than conventional. Manually select the gear control the rpm for me 3500 would be the...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 09-13-2013, 08:21 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,758
Posted By tailpipe
When I selected a TV for our Airstream engine...

When I selected a TV for our Airstream engine size was not at the top of my list. What I have to keep reminding myself is that the torque or most gas engines is not produced at a low 1600 rpm like a...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 09-12-2013, 08:15 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 14,500
Posted By tailpipe
I have a cap on my truck and run a 3000 Yamaha...

I have a cap on my truck and run a 3000 Yamaha with the tailgate open both side windows open and a fan running to move hot air and fumes out
Forum: Land Yacht/Legacy Motorhomes 09-12-2013, 07:52 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,877
Posted By tailpipe
For an automatic transmission you are asking a...

For an automatic transmission you are asking a question that could have many answers with many variables.
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 09-10-2013, 07:34 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,127
Posted By tailpipe
1) How many Airstreams have you owned? .....1 ...

1) How many Airstreams have you owned? .....1
2) How long have you been an Airstream owner?1 year
3) If you had to do it again, would you still purchase an Airstream?..yes
4) If you had to do it...
Forum: 2009-2015 Flying Cloud 09-07-2013, 08:48 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 9,363
Posted By tailpipe
Boondocking with a furnace is a battery drainer....

Boondocking with a furnace is a battery drainer. Many full timers use a propane catalytic heater. There are no free lunches a catalytic heater is efficient but they use the existing room oxygen and...
Forum: Leaks - Weatherstrips, Gaskets, Caulks & Sealants 09-07-2013, 08:37 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,045
Posted By tailpipe
ok you found moist places, with an aluminum...

ok you found moist places, with an aluminum trailer you are going to have condensation in places correct ? where were some of the fixable leaks
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 09-07-2013, 08:31 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,207
Posted By tailpipe
Keep your black tank valve closed until the tank...

Keep your black tank valve closed until the tank fills up then dump. Gray water should be left open until one or two days before you dump the black tank then close the gray valve you will naturally...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 09-06-2013, 10:03 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,030
Posted By tailpipe
6,000 miles so far no problems 2010 Ford F 250...

6,000 miles so far no problems 2010 Ford F 250 200" plus wheelbase blue ox sway pro hitch 1500 lb bars 2007 25' Classic
Forum: Tow Vehicles 09-06-2013, 08:55 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,823
Posted By tailpipe
Go with the 2500 bigger suspension components and...

Go with the 2500 bigger suspension components and more total capacity. Daily drivability has more to do with wheelbase. Me I have a 25' Classis and my tv is a 2500 with a 200" wheelbase. If I lived...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 09-06-2013, 06:46 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 15,160
Posted By tailpipe
Doug, do you have a link to the data that...

Doug, do you have a link to the data that verifies your statement :

The irony is that a loaded truck without a trailer behind will handle much worse than a loaded truck and an Airstream in tow,...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 09-05-2013, 08:31 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 15,160
Posted By tailpipe
When you are loaded with water.....

When you are loaded with water.. groceries..passengers and toys how does the Ridgeline sit. The problem comes in when the front becomes light . Many roads have dips or series of dips this is when...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 09-04-2013, 05:43 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,658
Posted By tailpipe
What has helped us in the past put the fan on...

What has helped us in the past put the fan on high and at turn the thermostat down where the unit does not shut off at night. Starting the day like this can help.
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 09-02-2013, 09:30 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 961
Posted By tailpipe
Take the thermostat off the wall and spray no...

Take the thermostat off the wall and spray no saturate the buttons with electronic cleaner. The 4 button thermostat can many times be salvaged this way, let dry and re install. As far as performance...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 08-28-2013, 07:12 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,343
Posted By tailpipe
I am not believing that bending the bar...in over...

I am not believing that bending the bar...in over 6,000 miles and every condition but snow and ice I love our sway pro. I twist the chains clockwise to shorten them so they don't drag on the ground...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 08-25-2013, 06:24 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,252
Posted By tailpipe
Personally, I go with as much tv as I comfortable...

Personally, I go with as much tv as I comfortable with as a daily driver. I have also went from 15 years of diesel TV's to gas and am very happy. The advantage gap has closed especial pulling an...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 08-22-2013, 09:30 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,059
Posted By tailpipe
There are so many variables when you feel...

There are so many variables when you feel instability........tire pressure...correct tires...correct tow vehicle......wheelbase...hitch, transfer bars and correct towing height....condition of road...
Forum: Dollars & Cents 06-12-2013, 04:37 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 6,429
Posted By tailpipe
Kristine, I have pulled trailers both...

Kristine, I have pulled trailers both commercially and recreationally for more years than I care to remember. The best advice I could give you is know what your trailer weighs, tanks full ready to...
Forum: 2006 - 2010 Classic (all lengths) 05-27-2013, 10:14 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,798
Posted By tailpipe
I use a P3 good adjustability and generally easy...

I use a P3 good adjustability and generally easy to use, understand and install
Forum: Member Introductions 05-12-2013, 06:09 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,521
Posted By tailpipe
yes, enjoy and welcome

yes, enjoy and welcome
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 05-11-2013, 10:12 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,643
Posted By tailpipe
Let me add this I also pulled a Casita with a...

Let me add this I also pulled a Casita with a 1500 Series GMC NO WD or sway system I guess 8,000 miles or so as far west as N. Texas , GA, VA, W VA SC I did get a little bobble on a downhill or when...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 05-11-2013, 10:01 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,643
Posted By tailpipe
An no a 250 is not to much truck, but there are...

An no a 250 is not to much truck, but there are no free lunches....want more capacity...well you pay for that
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 05-11-2013, 09:59 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,643
Posted By tailpipe
I am not saying you are marginal with your tow...

I am not saying you are marginal with your tow vehicle, only a trip to a scale will tell you that. But I will say this..maintain your vehicle check your tire pressures often and slow down. Get the...
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 05-08-2013, 03:24 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 13,971
Posted By tailpipe
WD 40 works for us and it also makes bug removal...

WD 40 works for us and it also makes bug removal a lot easier.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 04-21-2013, 09:24 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 5,011
Posted By tailpipe
Get by the scale weigh unit together and unhook...

Get by the scale weigh unit together and unhook and weigh just the trailer. I would also level the trailer and get the tongue weight, a dealer may help you with this.
Once you have these tru...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 04-17-2013, 03:31 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,422
Posted By tailpipe
I would most likely put the money in raising the...

I would most likely put the money in raising the carport and back the trailer in
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 04-14-2013, 06:42 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,800
Posted By tailpipe
Rick, I have a blue ox sway pro I think it is...

Rick, I have a blue ox sway pro I think it is 1,000 lb bars. My 3500 is a lot stiffer than a 2500 and the trailer seems to ride very well and the truck with the trailer rides excellent. You are going...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 04-13-2013, 05:26 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,800
Posted By tailpipe
Thank you on that info on the air bag system.

Thank you on that info on the air bag system.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 04-11-2013, 06:04 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,800
Posted By tailpipe
The 2011 3500 without any weight in the bed rides...

The 2011 3500 without any weight in the bed rides hard. Hooked up to the Airstream it rides a lot smoother. Trucks are a personal thing...I want to lower this truck with air ride. The Duramax...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 04-07-2013, 09:20 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,800
Posted By tailpipe
I pull a 2007 25 Classic with a 2011 GMC 3500...

I pull a 2007 25 Classic with a 2011 GMC 3500 DRW Duramax. The advantage of DRW is stability. I am not going to say you do not feel the trailer, but you barely notice it. I can out accelerate most...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 03-29-2013, 06:23 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,872
Posted By tailpipe
The rotating brackets are open at the bottom and...

The rotating brackets are open at the bottom and do not interfere on my installatiom
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 03-28-2013, 05:23 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,872
Posted By tailpipe
George is exactly right, at least how it was...

George is exactly right, at least how it was explained to me. My new style hitch head has no adjustment but the trunnion bars need to have a bend in them.



Mike
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