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Forum: Audio, Video & TV 06-27-2023, 08:31 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 842
Posted By jmpgino
Thank you for your help here. I have a friend who...

Thank you for your help here. I have a friend who is more knowledgeable than I am with electronics, I have asked him to go over what you have said.
I have found that the Sony 2100 model is for some...
Forum: Audio, Video & TV 06-25-2023, 02:14 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 842
Posted By jmpgino
Sound system fried, help please.

Hello everyone,
Well my Sony MEX-DV2200 player has fried itself. I do not seem to be able to find a replacement that works the system the same way. Everything is line out and obviously for the TV to...
Forum: Clearcoat, Exterior Paint & Trim 04-06-2022, 03:20 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 37,376
Posted By jmpgino
Thank you, I have contacted them for two samples...

Thank you, I have contacted them for two samples of what I believe you went with. Good man, cheers James.
Forum: Clearcoat, Exterior Paint & Trim 04-06-2022, 11:19 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 37,376
Posted By jmpgino
Anyone used this replacement trim ?

I keep hitting brick walls in finding replacement trim but this might work. Went to an auto parts store and took a look at the Cowles line of trim. Came home and looked up the company and found 24 ft...
Forum: Clearcoat, Exterior Paint & Trim 04-01-2022, 08:14 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 37,376
Posted By jmpgino
Hello Sir, Finding that info find would be kind...

Hello Sir,
Finding that info find would be kind of you. As I said I have two sets of samples on their way but after seeing your black trim and the other that is now discontinued, I really like that...
Forum: Clearcoat, Exterior Paint & Trim 03-31-2022, 01:08 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 37,376
Posted By jmpgino
Molding trim replacement.

Well after reading comments on here, I decided to track down two of the companies that supplied the replacement trim that was documented in posts. Well both companies have ceased making the stuff....
Forum: Refrigerators 10-25-2020, 07:22 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,145
Posted By jmpgino
Yes, that’s the same fitting as I had inside. I...

Yes, that’s the same fitting as I had inside. I did not want to do what you did because it would not have allowed me to clamp the pipe onto the fitting. I was just too worried about it coming off and...
Forum: Refrigerators 10-24-2020, 07:43 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,145
Posted By jmpgino
Reinforced PVC pipe, I wanted to install an L...

Reinforced PVC pipe, I wanted to install an L joint at the top but is was so tight up there I did not bother. Needed two people to connect the pipe, one inside pushing out on the fitting, otherwise...
Forum: Refrigerators 10-23-2020, 12:03 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,145
Posted By jmpgino
Forgot to mention one thing, I am installing a 12...

Forgot to mention one thing, I am installing a 12 volt thermostat controlled fan in the back of the fridge cabinet. Going to have it pointing up the coils to force air up the chimney. It will make...
Forum: Refrigerators 10-23-2020, 11:59 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,145
Posted By jmpgino
Yes that installation is factory done but the...

Yes that installation is factory done but the black corrugated pipe entering the pex pipe is what I had to replace. Mine is routed to the aluminum door and it drips out over the side, it has a bug...
Forum: Refrigerators 10-23-2020, 09:12 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,145
Posted By jmpgino
Well if you have pex pipe there, someone has been...

Well if you have pex pipe there, someone has been in there after it was originally installed at the plant.
Since ours is five years younger than yours, you must have bought it used and the previous...
Forum: Refrigerators 10-22-2020, 01:51 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,145
Posted By jmpgino
Brittle drain line replaced.

Just had to remove fridge freezer to replace the drain line that had totally disintegrated. Noe way of doing it from the outside or inside. It’s positioned in the 25 ft TT.
What a job that was, four...
Forum: Exterior Restoration Forum 10-21-2020, 09:42 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,046
Posted By jmpgino
I had some hail damage a few years ago, probably...

I had some hail damage a few years ago, probably ten good dents. Purchased a dent puller that uses hot glue. You clean the spot with alcohol, put a blob of hot glue onto the dent and immediately push...
Forum: COVID-19 Discussion Zone 08-11-2020, 03:31 PM
Replies: 142
Views: 36,838
Posted By jmpgino
Well we have been unable to find anywhere to go...

Well we have been unable to find anywhere to go away because of all the new campers being sold. Not enough spaces for them all in this country now. Been trying for a month now, if this is the new now...
Forum: Base Camp 06-17-2020, 12:31 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 14,580
Posted By jmpgino
Yep, the above gentleman has said something very...

Yep, the above gentleman has said something very true. There have been companies starting up all over the place, knocking up units that are atrocious in quality terms. Their products will not last...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 06-07-2020, 11:39 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,621
Posted By jmpgino
Well if you get one, I just hope you enjoy...

Well if you get one, I just hope you enjoy spending hours trying to find somewhere to take it. Before this virus arrived we spent two years looking at places fully booked, even up to eleven months in...
Forum: On The Road... 05-29-2020, 04:04 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,575
Posted By jmpgino
Well considering the amount of people who are...

Well considering the amount of people who are going to be hit hard financially and or unemployed around the world and not just our country, I find this an unfounded and far from proven statement. I...
Forum: On The Road... 04-19-2020, 09:57 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,764
Posted By jmpgino
I could not agree more with your comments about...

I could not agree more with your comments about the kitchen. I really loved our 20 footer, I remember cooking and watching the tv at the same time. We now have a 25 footer and the experience is not...
Forum: Our Community 02-02-2020, 04:24 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,371
Posted By jmpgino
Liking somewhere is all well and good but trying...

Liking somewhere is all well and good but trying to get a spot has become almost impossible in my experience. There are too many campers on the road and just not enough spots available in the south....
Forum: Off Topic Forum 08-18-2019, 10:57 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 26,774
Posted By jmpgino
I have not bothered to use Airstream dealers for...

I have not bothered to use Airstream dealers for repairs as yet. My A/C unit went out and after some research knew I was about to be shafted. So I did it myself, during the process I discovered that...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 08-18-2019, 05:36 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 26,774
Posted By jmpgino
If this thing is a killer, then all RV...

If this thing is a killer, then all RV manufacturers are in for trouble. We have not been able to find a site to go away anywhere in the south for the last four months. Everywhere even during the...
Forum: Tires 04-05-2019, 12:08 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,529
Posted By jmpgino
Just talked with Airstream and they said ...

Just talked with Airstream and they said

“UNDER NO CIRCUMSANSNSES JACK UP THE AIRSTREAM FOR LONG PERIODS OF TIME”

claimed the frame was not strong enough !!! He said jack up and rotate the...
Forum: Tires 04-05-2019, 12:06 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,529
Posted By jmpgino
Just talked with Airstream and they said ...

Just talked with Airstream and they said

“UNDER NO CIRCUMSANSNSES JACK UP THE AIRSTREAM FOR LONG PERIODS OF TIME”

claimed the frame was not strong enough !!! He said jack ups rotate the tires...
Forum: Tires 03-31-2019, 01:07 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,529
Posted By jmpgino
On second thoughts, after further reading the...

On second thoughts, after further reading the jacks above have issues. So this set looks like my next best option.
I have a 25 ft that is always stored dry, I am thinking two 3 ton jacks would be...
Forum: Tires 03-31-2019, 12:57 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,529
Posted By jmpgino
Been searching around. Two of these sound like...

Been searching around. Two of these sound like they would work. I would have to check them periodically but for the price they look like they would do the trick. I am a serious welder for fun and...
Forum: Tires 03-31-2019, 10:09 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,529
Posted By jmpgino
Storage of tires off ground.

I am considering raising my 25 footer off ground between trips. Anyone used four automobile scissor jacks then helping maintain balance support with the four feet and front hitch ?
So someone out...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 07-23-2018, 12:20 PM
Replies: 141
Views: 39,317
Posted By jmpgino
Well over the weekend I decided to check the unit...

Well over the weekend I decided to check the unit before I finally bolt and torque her down onto the roof, she has been just sitting for a good five or six weeks now.
The drain lines are a good 50%...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 07-22-2018, 08:06 AM
Replies: 141
Views: 39,317
Posted By jmpgino
You have a lot of work to do before you lift the...

You have a lot of work to do before you lift the AC off. It’s not so simple......
If you remove the ceiling covers inside the Airstream you will see everything, including what your problem is.
And...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 07-15-2018, 11:01 AM
Replies: 141
Views: 39,317
Posted By jmpgino
After adding my own experience regarding this...

After adding my own experience regarding this issue earlier in conversation, I think it is disgraceful that Airstream has allowed its quality control to seemingly disappear.
Their expansion of the...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 06-24-2018, 06:27 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,337
Posted By jmpgino
I have just installed a Dometic Penguin 11 into...

I have just installed a Dometic Penguin 11 into our 2012, compressor went on last unit.
Not sure what you have there but if you have a telephone cable that runs through the frame to the unit and the...
Forum: On The Road... 06-24-2018, 09:31 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,865
Posted By jmpgino
Just don’t think about staying at the Helen...

Just don’t think about staying at the Helen Airstream site. It’s full of geriatrics who don’t like you drinking outside your unit. Bottom of a valley that you can only see up and as a result the sun...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 06-21-2018, 10:26 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 10,069
Posted By jmpgino
Looks like I have done it. Was able to use this...

Looks like I have done it. Was able to use this site and upload them on that.

I have added some images that show he adding insulation for the ceiling fans and skylight. I can assure you that...
Forum: Plumbing - Systems & Fixtures 06-20-2018, 02:05 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,544
Posted By jmpgino
I had to remove out toilet from the floor because...

I had to remove out toilet from the floor because it was not secure and discovered that the idiot that cut the hole in the plywood floor, made it way too big. He squirted some liquid nails where the...
Forum: Plumbing - Systems & Fixtures 06-20-2018, 12:16 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 986
Posted By jmpgino
Bad smell around bathroom area.

We were down at the beach a month ago, windows open and fans going as usual. We always use the showers and during the day the sites toilets. On leaving cleaned the tanks out and came home. Hooked her...
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 06-20-2018, 12:13 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,024
Posted By jmpgino
Bad smell inside around bathroom area.

We were down at the beach a month ago, windows open and fans going as usual. We always use the showers and during the day the sites toilets. On leaving cleaned the tanks out and came home. Hooked her...
Forum: General Repair Forum 06-20-2018, 11:48 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 8,517
Posted By jmpgino
Sure plenty of people looking at this, so I am...

Sure plenty of people looking at this, so I am adding a little tale of mine that may help a few of you down the road.
We had a hail storm some years ago, it was a total surprise and in the middle of...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 06-20-2018, 11:01 AM
Replies: 141
Views: 39,317
Posted By jmpgino
Looks like I have done it. Was able to use this...

Looks like I have done it. Was able to use this site and upload them on that.

I have added some images that show insulation I have added for the ceiling fans and skylight. I can assure you that...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 06-20-2018, 10:22 AM
Replies: 141
Views: 39,317
Posted By jmpgino
Robert, if you can why not post the images I sent...

Robert, if you can why not post the images I sent you on here, to share with the other chaps.
I did a web search and tried their instructions on posting an image with the new iPad I just got and it...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 06-20-2018, 09:34 AM
Replies: 141
Views: 39,317
Posted By jmpgino
Trying to upload an image here. ...

Trying to upload an image here.

https://https://tinypic.com/r/2lw7t4m/9
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 06-19-2018, 06:12 PM
Replies: 141
Views: 39,317
Posted By jmpgino
OK I am sticking in my ten penneth in again as...

OK I am sticking in my ten penneth in again as when I lived in England we used to say.
I did not like the connection CLIPS that Dometic supplied with the hose and cup kit. I bought some real...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 06-19-2018, 01:02 PM
Replies: 141
Views: 39,317
Posted By jmpgino
Looks like I have no other life the amount of...

Looks like I have no other life the amount of time I spend on here.

But just adding another peeve I have......Just noticed another rivet to the left of the door inside has popped out. I must have...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 06-19-2018, 12:48 PM
Replies: 141
Views: 39,317
Posted By jmpgino
The idea that REP has introduced is a clever...

The idea that REP has introduced is a clever option. I believe it could be done after the unit was on the roof with some difficulty, so a much easier job before installation. The UV idea is also a...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 06-19-2018, 12:35 PM
Replies: 141
Views: 39,317
Posted By jmpgino
Hello RFP, Both gaskets were identical and...

Hello RFP,
Both gaskets were identical and Dometic supplied.

I have just come back inside our house after loosening all the bolts. I am going to let her sit up there with gravity and remember I...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 06-19-2018, 11:33 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 10,069
Posted By jmpgino
Been communicating with another member and...

Been communicating with another member and sharing images that I have taken of my installation. Just went up to take an image of the unit and got a big shock.
Here is what I wrote to him....

Went...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 06-19-2018, 11:22 AM
Replies: 141
Views: 39,317
Posted By jmpgino
A member that I contacted took up my offer to...

A member that I contacted took up my offer to send him the pdf files and images that I have taken.
I decided to take an image of the unit on the roof for him, a side shot. Well it is way too bright...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 06-19-2018, 09:25 AM
Replies: 141
Views: 39,317
Posted By jmpgino
Wel RFP, when you remove the two bottom covers...

Wel RFP, when you remove the two bottom covers inside you should see a bead of Sikaflex or the newer cheaper stuff Airstream is now using, between the aluminium box in the roof and the lower gasket....
Forum: General Repair Forum 06-17-2018, 12:09 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,076
Posted By jmpgino
Just re read your problem.You have a 20 footer it...

Just re read your problem.You have a 20 footer it says on your page. Well if so my first Airstream was the same length. Your hot water tank is under the bench seating. Finding a leak there should be...
Forum: General Repair Forum 06-17-2018, 11:43 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,076
Posted By jmpgino
Well I know what I would do. I rigged up a water...

Well I know what I would do. I rigged up a water hose connector that I connect to an air compressor. Now I winterize by blowing my lines dry after gravity draining. Use about 30lbs or pressure,...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 06-17-2018, 09:50 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 10,069
Posted By jmpgino
I have just installed a new Dometic AC Penguin 11...

I have just installed a new Dometic AC Penguin 11 unit on our 25 footer. Did loads of research and discovered a few things. Dometic instructions are explicit in telling the installer that if using...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 06-17-2018, 07:56 AM
Replies: 141
Views: 39,317
Posted By jmpgino
I installed a Dometic Penguin 11 the 15,000 btu,...

I installed a Dometic Penguin 11 the 15,000 btu, it is the same weight and size as the 13,000 btu unit.
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