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Forum: General Repair Forum 07-16-2013, 09:06 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,451
Posted By Pappy
Atwood 8525 Furnance Igniter replacement

Hi,

Can anyone tell me the easiest way to remove the igniter on this furnace.
I have located it but it looks like I may have to remove some other parts to get to it.

I am convinced that's...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 04-23-2013, 01:02 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,279
Posted By Pappy
Phoenix, I appreciate this information maybe...

Phoenix,

I appreciate this information maybe I will live in spite of breathing those fumes.

Pappy
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 04-23-2013, 12:58 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,279
Posted By Pappy
Slowmover, Luckily the smoke smell was...

Slowmover,

Luckily the smoke smell was isolated to the carpeted rear storeage area. This area on mind is the width of the airstream and
about 2 ft deep by 18inches in height .. But since that...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 04-22-2013, 08:51 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,279
Posted By Pappy
Hughes autoformer melted

This is just a warning of those who have installed the Hughes autoformer inside their airstream.
Mine had worked great for a little over 2 years it was the model rv430 (30 amp). I installed in the...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 07-26-2012, 08:47 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 12,032
Posted By Pappy
Hensley stingers

I was wondering about the stinger. Luckily I have the 4 and the 6 inch.
The Nissan was 19.5 inches off the ground and the GMC is 20.5. I used both stingers on the Nissan. The 6 to start with but...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 07-24-2012, 10:26 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 12,032
Posted By Pappy
Smile Here it is

Drove it home from Nashville, TN where I found it. About 190 mile trip the computer said 22.1 mpg. Ran mostly at 60mph trying to follow the 500 mile break in procedure of running 55mph almost...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 07-21-2012, 08:52 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 12,032
Posted By Pappy
Bought my truck today but not the Gas one!

After all the discussion about Gas 6.0 liter with a 3.73 and 4.10 I ended up with a Diesel instead. GMC dealer said I couldn't get a gasser until mid october and no 4.10's to be had. Started looking...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 07-11-2012, 07:57 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 12,032
Posted By Pappy
Steve , It will be the 4.10 axle. ...

Steve ,

It will be the 4.10 axle.
Involved in the Haggling part right now not much fun.
Plus it will have to be ordered and no delivery before the middle of
October.

Pappy
Forum: Tow Vehicles 06-25-2012, 07:30 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 12,032
Posted By Pappy
Steve, Thanks I am trying to get one...

Steve,

Thanks I am trying to get one ordered. Hate it that most of the camping weather will be gone before it gets here. It sure is nice to have a group like this to bounce
ideas off of...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 06-24-2012, 10:17 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 12,032
Posted By Pappy
dznf0g, I have put it on the CAT a couple...

dznf0g,

I have put it on the CAT a couple of times and the way it was loaded at that time
put it at 7300 lbs. The Sierra 2500HD gas sticker weights were all around 7200 lb range that would bring...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 06-24-2012, 06:38 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 12,032
Posted By Pappy
dnzf0g, The Gross on the Classic 25 2006 is...

dnzf0g,

The Gross on the Classic 25 2006 is 8300 lbs. Its never been that heavy because
of my Tow vehicle limitations. But if I let the wife load it without supervision well!

Pappy
Forum: Tow Vehicles 06-24-2012, 11:59 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 12,032
Posted By Pappy
other comments

A few last thoughts on this subject. I did give the 3.73 some more thought since there are units available to buy locally. But when I look at the Gross combined weight limit of only
16,000 lbs it...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 06-23-2012, 12:38 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 12,032
Posted By Pappy
Thumbs up OK just for fun

Taking the information you guys have given me and taking it a little further to educate myself. I have ran some semi accurate tables. Smile

This is a comparison with the truck I have now vs new...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 06-22-2012, 05:28 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 12,032
Posted By Pappy
Question Denali Sierra 2500hd 6.0 gas with 4.10

I have decided to purchase the 2500HD gas. I have test driven it with the 3.73 rear end and it drove nice. I will be pulling my Classic 25 2006 with a gross weight of 8300lbs. This time of year its...
Forum: On The Road... 03-03-2012, 09:08 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,758
Posted By Pappy
South of Nashville, TN a campground we stay at...

South of Nashville, TN a campground we stay at for an overnight is Texas T.
Easy access at the bottom of the off ramp.

Pappy
Forum: On The Road... 08-16-2011, 08:02 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 824
Posted By Pappy
Davenport, IA camping

Hi,

We are going to see the grandkids in about a week in the Davenport area.
Only going to stay a few days but would like a good campground for those few nights. The Scott county Bald Eagle...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 10-04-2010, 09:27 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,982
Posted By Pappy
Jim, My 2006 did the same thing. It was...

Jim,

My 2006 did the same thing. It was a blown in line fuse.
It wasn't marked to let you know what it was. In my case it was located
under the front couch in a bundle of wires going to...
Forum: Brakes & Brake Controllers 08-30-2010, 01:51 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,201
Posted By Pappy
This is what I found out today. Dexter says...

This is what I found out today.

Dexter says pump should not run with the brake pedal pushed while standing still.
Airstream concurred.

Since there are so many happy Dexter customers I...
Forum: Brakes & Brake Controllers 08-30-2010, 05:39 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,201
Posted By Pappy
Kabbott, If I can find out anything today...

Kabbott,

If I can find out anything today I will post it here and send you an email as well.

Pappy
Forum: Brakes & Brake Controllers 08-29-2010, 01:53 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,201
Posted By Pappy
Dexter actuator, P3 Controller issues

For those who have this combination I have some questions.
I posted earlier after test driving in the neighborhood thinking that all was well. After taking a 140 mile trip I have some issues.

If...
Forum: Brakes & Brake Controllers 08-25-2010, 07:05 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 47,612
Posted By Pappy
I installed the Dexter today and I have the...

I installed the Dexter today and I have the prodigy P3 brake controller.

I have a question for those of you who have installed the Dexter.

The Dexter manual says that when the brake pedal...
Forum: Brakes & Brake Controllers 08-17-2010, 07:24 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 47,612
Posted By Pappy
2006 Classic 25ft. I have version one unit. It...

2006 Classic 25ft.
I have version one unit. It has failed once, but after being reset it has worked just fine since. But I guess it heard about the recall because when I checked on it today
it...
Forum: Windows, Doors, Locks & Vents 05-23-2010, 04:15 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,824
Posted By Pappy
Never mind

Never mind, after digging through the sealent they are screws not rivets.
I suppose I will just get bigger screws.

Pappy
Forum: Windows, Doors, Locks & Vents 05-23-2010, 03:04 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,824
Posted By Pappy
On my 2006 classic the Vertical shield between...

On my 2006 classic the Vertical shield between the AC and refrigerator vent is loose.

What was the fix for this? Mine has 3 rivets holding it down and it has become very loose and I believe...
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 09-28-2009, 08:00 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,191
Posted By Pappy
Called factory today here is what I found out. ...

Called factory today here is what I found out.

No mechanically pressure adjustments on my ES AES model only electrically can it be changed via the circuit board under the bottom plate not...
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 09-26-2009, 08:12 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,191
Posted By Pappy
Aquajet water pump questions

I have read there is an adjustment on the Aquajet water pump. Is the adjustment the hex screw on the pressure sensor where the wires come out of the head or is the adjustment located where the...
Forum: Brakes & Brake Controllers 09-18-2009, 05:04 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,440
Posted By Pappy
Rich, I guess I will find out I ordered the...

Rich, I guess I will find out I ordered the Dexter today. I do see that it takes 3 volts to activate the system. That has me scratching my head a little since the way my Prodigy works now it very...
Forum: Brakes & Brake Controllers 09-17-2009, 09:26 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,440
Posted By Pappy
My Actibrake failed and would not function with...

My Actibrake failed and would not function with controller in any fashion even though controller numbers and activation looked normal. Temporarily removed power to the unit and it's working now but...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 08-29-2009, 08:07 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,685
Posted By Pappy
My LED story

I appreciate all the information in this thread and thought I would share my experience and what worked for me in my 2006 classic.

I installed superbrightleds G4 WWH6-D for reading lights over...
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 07-11-2009, 09:27 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,107
Posted By Pappy
Ruebel, Thanks they have the exact part I...

Ruebel,

Thanks they have the exact part I need on their web site. I emailed them to find out where I can buy it. But its the week end so I will have to wait.

Thanks
Pappy
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 07-10-2009, 03:43 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,107
Posted By Pappy
2006 Classic Shower head

My 2006 classic shower head has the name of Alson on the head itself.
The swivel fitting that the hose and head screw on that allows it to hang on the wall is cracked and I was wondering if anyone...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 06-28-2009, 05:25 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,162
Posted By Pappy
Congradulations on the new Airstream. You will...

Congradulations on the new Airstream. You will get lots of opinions on this one.
We have a 2004 Titan and I am pulling a 2006 25ft classic. We use the Hensley Arrow hitch and have pulled about...
Forum: Tires 05-16-2009, 09:24 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,910
Posted By Pappy
Gstephens, I guess thats a possibility but...

Gstephens,

I guess thats a possibility but I have even tread wear patterns on the new tires as well as the old ones that I took off. I can see where the front tires would be succeptable to side...
Forum: Tires 05-15-2009, 09:31 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,910
Posted By Pappy
After running my new GY tires about 2500 miles a...

After running my new GY tires about 2500 miles a couple of the sidewalls seem to be scalloped just like the old ones. I am just curious those of you who have bought Maxxis have you noticed this same...
Forum: Brakes & Brake Controllers 05-11-2009, 05:18 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,083
Posted By Pappy
Deitz645 Due to your post I inspected my...

Deitz645

Due to your post I inspected my flex lines and I found one that was almost wore through. But mine was worn on the tire side as though the tire was rubbing it.
Looked like plenty of...
Forum: Tires 03-20-2009, 05:53 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,910
Posted By Pappy
One last comment when I took my tires off I had...

One last comment when I took my tires off I had two with broken belts. One was obvious one was not so obvious. The obvious one was larger in diameter which even I could see. The point is I couldn't...
Forum: Wheels, Hubs & Bearings 03-17-2009, 06:02 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 17,988
Posted By Pappy
Andy I will respectfully disagree with your...

Andy I will respectfully disagree with your statement. From what you said I should be able to pick up the phone and call any dealer and order the parts. That was not the case. I would have gladly...
Forum: Wheels, Hubs & Bearings 03-16-2009, 08:28 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 17,988
Posted By Pappy
Called Factory today they said what Andy said...

Called Factory today they said what Andy said they wouldn't sell direct. Referred me to an Airstream dealer 500 miles away to order part. I live close to Louisiville , KY and 100 miles from...
Forum: Wheels, Hubs & Bearings 03-15-2009, 07:20 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 17,988
Posted By Pappy
Question Grease seal cross reference

Did anyone ever come up with the Federal grease seal cross reference to
the Airstream number grease seal 680370-100?

I have read every thread and never found where anyone actually posted a...
Forum: Tires 03-07-2009, 10:59 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,910
Posted By Pappy
Settled

I settled for the 9 month old tires. After calling around locally none of them stocked the marathons and I live in a million plus market. I believe in this economy parts etc associated with RV's will...
Forum: Tires 03-05-2009, 06:10 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,910
Posted By Pappy
Goodyear marathon Born dates?

I went to buy 4 new Marathons today and I am having trouble finding them unless I order them. I am trying to get the latest Born date but that is posing a problem as well. The newest I have found are...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 08-27-2008, 07:05 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 3,008
Posted By Pappy
Firewood in Gatlinburg, TN

Are there any local folks in the Gatlinburg, TN area
that could tell me where I could buy firewood.
Indiana has the Ash bore so no more bringing
my own fire wood. And paying $4 for 4 sticks
is...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 05-12-2008, 04:33 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 9,980
Posted By Pappy
Sta-bil

I have a 3 year old Honda Eu2000i which I start once a week.
I used some gas that had STA-BIL in it that was fresh and it stumbled.
The only way it would run was partial choke eco setting off. I...
Forum: Wheels, Hubs & Bearings 04-10-2008, 04:34 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,331
Posted By Pappy
Ron, I took delivery in 2005 on my Classic...

Ron,

I took delivery in 2005 on my Classic and the wheels haven't required any
thing other than a coat of just normal wax, I am using Mequires on them.
Rejex on the Airstream which I really...
Forum: Doors & Locks 09-30-2007, 09:43 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,749
Posted By Pappy
dougjamie, I was just looking for the...

dougjamie,
I was just looking for the quickest way and like you said avoiding shipping charges which now days usually exceeds the cost of the product. Since
healthchic supplied the Y13 yale...
Forum: Doors & Locks 09-29-2007, 10:48 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,749
Posted By Pappy
Thanks guys. Pappy

Thanks guys.

Pappy
Forum: Doors & Locks 09-28-2007, 09:52 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,749
Posted By Pappy
Cosmotini, I was hoping to avoid the...

Cosmotini,

I was hoping to avoid the route of ordering blanks from Airstream.

Oh well.

Thanks
Pappy
Forum: Doors & Locks 09-28-2007, 04:23 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,749
Posted By Pappy
Having entrance keys made?

I need to have an entrance key made for my 2006 Classic.
I seem to remember there was a thread about this issue, but I have been
unable to locate it with a search. I tried having the key made at...
Forum: Tires 08-06-2007, 10:16 PM
Replies: 226
Views: 52,385
Posted By Pappy
Sky, I know how you feel about the spending. ...

Sky,
I know how you feel about the spending. We bought the pressure pro and installed it on our 2006 classic from the beginning. Peace of mind was worth every penny.

Pappy
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 08-03-2007, 09:40 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,102
Posted By Pappy
I have read all the threads, but they were dated...

I have read all the threads, but they were dated June of 2006 so I thought some of those fellows might have some feedback for us.. I think I will order some and give it a try..I have been using the...
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