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Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 10-29-2022, 09:48 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,299
Posted By DreamStreamr
Richard, I get carried away often on projects,...

Richard,
I get carried away often on projects, think I’m finished and realize I did a nice job but coulda done it more simply or nicely. This primary junction box was intended as a means of...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 10-29-2022, 07:32 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,299
Posted By DreamStreamr
Not disagreeing with Richard but I did it...

Not disagreeing with Richard but I did it differently. I installed a Blue Sea anl fuse holder and use one post for positives and the other post for negatives. The posts are stout, 3/8-24 threaded...
Forum: WBCCI Rallies & Events 10-28-2022, 12:46 PM
Replies: 526
Views: 106,118
Posted By DreamStreamr
Ate lunch at Bruce’s Fabulous Foods in downtown...

Ate lunch at Bruce’s Fabulous Foods in downtown Marion today. Bruce and Barbara are stuck in Ohio, he had a heart attack just before boarding for return home flight. (Hmm, MASA or SkyMed might coulda...
Forum: WBCCI Rallies & Events 10-28-2022, 08:33 AM
Replies: 526
Views: 106,118
Posted By DreamStreamr
I meant to say, give us a shout on 146.430. If...

I meant to say, give us a shout on 146.430. If you don’t have a radio then txt us and let’s get together and talk about ham radio.
Forum: WBCCI Rallies & Events 10-28-2022, 07:43 AM
Replies: 526
Views: 106,118
Posted By DreamStreamr
Ham Radio at Alumalina 2022

Jim5 N5RTG and Debbie N4RTG enjoying seeing everyone! And look fwd to talking to other amateur radio operators. We’re in site P33, AS#4822, HF screwdriver antenna pointing up, and big red truck in...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 10-10-2022, 10:57 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 9,925
Posted By DreamStreamr
We ALWAYS complete filling the fresh water tank...

We ALWAYS complete filling the fresh water tank and stowing those components BEFORE we begin doing any dumping or connections with the grey or black tank. Simple safe precaution. Sometimes dump...
Forum: Roof Vents, Skylights & Fans 10-10-2022, 10:50 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,888
Posted By DreamStreamr
Agree with all posters above - not absolutely...

Agree with all posters above - not absolutely necessary but a great improvement. One of our fans failed to close while we were away for the day. Rained really hard and thoroughly soaked our bed....
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 10-10-2022, 10:04 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 9,925
Posted By DreamStreamr
Sometimes nitrile disposable gloves. Sometimes...

Sometimes nitrile disposable gloves. Sometimes not. Yes, wash my hands afterward regardless of gloves or not.

I'm neither handling nor contacting other people's waste except at rinse faucet...
Forum: Tires 10-10-2022, 09:15 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 8,463
Posted By DreamStreamr
Our Maxxis 8008 10pr 225/75/15 tires have done so...

Our Maxxis 8008 10pr 225/75/15 tires have done so great for us we're going with another set. We run this 2005 25' Airstream International with 60psi on the tires. Put them on five years ago, just...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 09-19-2022, 10:11 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 8,226
Posted By DreamStreamr
When our first Progressive EMS died we sprung for...

When our first Progressive EMS died we sprung for the in-trailer new model. More convenient because the 30a power cord from the trailer goes straight to the post receptacle. No extra device outside...
Forum: WBCCI Rallies & Events 06-07-2022, 09:58 AM
Replies: 526
Views: 106,118
Posted By DreamStreamr
John, Please count Dreamstreamrs in. Jim5 and...

John,
Please count Dreamstreamrs in. Jim5 and Debbie are looking fwd to your great rally again.
Forum: WBCCI Rallies & Events 04-20-2022, 06:23 PM
Replies: 133
Views: 20,011
Posted By DreamStreamr
Jim5 and Debbie looking fwd to seeing everyone...

Jim5 and Debbie looking fwd to seeing everyone tomorrow!

BRN4822
Forum: Full-Timing 08-23-2019, 09:34 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,413
Posted By DreamStreamr
Full timing thirteenth year now in 2005 Airstream...

Full timing thirteenth year now in 2005 Airstream trailer. Fridge, water heater, A/C, furnace, vinyl flooring, upholstery and casework all original. Replaced water pump, skylight, brakes, and dump...
Forum: Full-Timing 08-23-2019, 09:17 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,932
Posted By DreamStreamr
We’ve used escapees mail service twelve years....

We’ve used escapees mail service twelve years. Faultless service in every way. Can’t recommend them highly enough.
Forum: Full-Timing 08-23-2019, 09:13 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,954
Posted By DreamStreamr
Entering our 13th year full time living in 25’...

Entering our 13th year full time living in 25’ trailer. We stopped carrying the D handle shovel and otherwise have added, rather than subtracted, tools from our carry. I carry a jig saw, sawzall,...
Forum: The Rally Zone 08-23-2019, 09:07 AM
Replies: 361
Views: 75,168
Posted By DreamStreamr
Sandlapper, We see #110’s open. Can we have it?...

Sandlapper,
We see #110’s open. Can we have it? We agreed to host for our Carolinas Airstream Club so we figure we really ought to be at the great event. Looking forward to it.
Dreamstreamrs
Pine...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 10-24-2018, 08:05 AM
Replies: 808
Views: 151,800
Posted By DreamStreamr
Question about meals: only the Saturday breakfast...

Question about meals: only the Saturday breakfast shows “pot luck” designation. Do we bring sides or desserts also to Friday and Saturday evening meals?

Jim5 & Debbie
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 10-15-2018, 11:13 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,743
Posted By DreamStreamr
Using the Progressive Dynamics ems, wouldn’t any...

Using the Progressive Dynamics ems, wouldn’t any polarity errors have been disclosed and prevented closing the ems’s contactor? I think Jeff’s suggestion seems likelier, if my guess is right about...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 10-09-2018, 02:54 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,130
Posted By DreamStreamr
2 years ago our Airstream was besieged by these...

2 years ago our Airstream was besieged by these same stinky critters. Best tip we tried is to put soapy water in a shallow pan or dish. I use a small cottage cheese container or shallow Tupperware....
Forum: Tow Vehicles 10-09-2018, 11:57 AM
Replies: 110
Views: 14,593
Posted By DreamStreamr
We would compromise our adventure if we lacked...

We would compromise our adventure if we lacked 4WD or awd for our tv. We probably use it at least 1/2 dozen times a year, so over this truck’s 13 years so far we think it’s paid off. Could we do...
Forum: Phone, CB & Ham Radio 10-09-2018, 10:34 AM
Replies: 576
Views: 128,675
Posted By DreamStreamr
Welcome to the forums, N6NBF. Do you have radios...

Welcome to the forums, N6NBF. Do you have radios and antennae sorted out for your rig?
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-08-2018, 01:41 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 6,144
Posted By DreamStreamr
Our progressive policy cost rose 30% last year....

Our progressive policy cost rose 30% last year. We protested, shopped it around. Turns out they were still competitive for that coverage (full-timer agreed value). And considering the disappearing...
Forum: On The Road... 10-08-2018, 01:26 PM
Replies: 141
Views: 20,040
Posted By DreamStreamr
Suppose I’ll pay the piper someday for not...

Suppose I’ll pay the piper someday for not “rinsing” the tanks. 14 years we’ve followed instructions pronounced to us at dealership: fill the tank before dumping. So far, so good. We don’t add chems...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 10-08-2018, 12:26 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 8,805
Posted By DreamStreamr
We’ve melted 30a cord plugs 2X in 14 years, none...

We’ve melted 30a cord plugs 2X in 14 years, none in the last ten years. Our 25’ trailer’s max running load (actual, not rated) is 20a per the ammeter on our EMS. FWIW, we’ve never tripped a load...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 10-08-2018, 11:56 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 16,972
Posted By DreamStreamr
My 2006 8.1L/Allison has been flawless for...

My 2006 8.1L/Allison has been flawless for 226,000 miles, 150,00 of those towing an RV all over North America. Gas mpg and oil consumption aren’t great but reliability and smoothness worth it.
...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 10-08-2018, 07:59 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,871
Posted By DreamStreamr
Thankfully my Equalizer setup doesn’t need me to...

Thankfully my Equalizer setup doesn’t need me to bother with removing WD bars before backing or settling into campsite position. I may do it once in a year or two, ONLY if the camping position will...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 10-08-2018, 07:54 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 19,153
Posted By DreamStreamr
Last year I installed four Bilstein 4600s on my...

Last year I installed four Bilstein 4600s on my 2006 2500HD at more than 200,000 miles. One of the oem shox I removed was completely shot, move it full stroke with no effort. 20 minutes for the first...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 10-08-2018, 07:39 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,871
Posted By DreamStreamr
Simplest solution, I found it in my tv’s owner...

Simplest solution, I found it in my tv’s owner manual. Not just about towing, either.

When stopped, place tranny in Neutral then set the parking brake and put tranny in Park. Reduces tension at...
Forum: Phone, CB & Ham Radio 10-08-2018, 07:31 AM
Replies: 576
Views: 128,675
Posted By DreamStreamr
My FT857 and D710 remote heads sit on the wall...

My FT857 and D710 remote heads sit on the wall corner of my dinette table. Radios bolted under the table. VHF (2 position) and HF (4 position) antenna switches mounted on wall beside front edge of...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 10-04-2018, 05:43 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 7,246
Posted By DreamStreamr
We leave ours on the truck. Gets us on and off...

We leave ours on the truck. Gets us on and off the scales more quickly, although often that hasn’t been an issue. The hitch ass’y is static weight at the scale, we mentally adjust trailer’s hitch...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 10-04-2018, 05:37 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 18,520
Posted By DreamStreamr
I use breakaway chains to lock my hitch head,...

I use breakaway chains to lock my hitch head, turned under, up into the QB coupler. I have an old carbon steel short shaft with holes both ends I lock through the QB coupler’s 1/2” pin hole. No one...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 10-02-2018, 11:22 AM
Replies: 808
Views: 151,800
Posted By DreamStreamr
Sandlapper, Please add dreamstreamr, Jim and...

Sandlapper,
Please add dreamstreamr, Jim and Debbie, to your list if you have room for us? Thx - Looking forward to it, have been looking forward to it since Salem. But seem to have forgotten to...
Forum: Our Community 07-23-2018, 10:31 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,780
Posted By DreamStreamr
We’ve shopped new Airstreams for over fifteen...

We’ve shopped new Airstreams for over fifteen years, even after getting our first one in 2004. Window shopping’s an affordable pleasure and we like comparing features. Anyhow, the Tommy 27 is...
Forum: Plumbing - Systems & Fixtures 06-18-2018, 11:11 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 9,542
Posted By DreamStreamr
We had an infamous occurrence, we were on a...

We had an infamous occurrence, we were on a caravan with 38 other Airstreams. Crossing the top of the world highway, a washboard dirt road approx 100 miles connecting Dawson City YT and Chicken AK....
Forum: 2002 - 2005 International 06-18-2018, 11:04 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,634
Posted By DreamStreamr
CCD 2005 brochure

Steve,
If you'll please send me an email at as4822 at gmail dot com and tell me what document you'd want I'll gladly share with you.

We're eleven years in full-timing in our 2005 CCD...
Forum: On The Road... 06-07-2018, 10:30 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 15,898
Posted By DreamStreamr
2006 2500HD 8.1L gas, Allison transmission,...

2006 2500HD 8.1L gas, Allison transmission, 218,000 miles, 70% of them towing our Airstream. Truck's never laid down on us. New tires, new battery, new hvac fan control module (love air conditioning...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 05-10-2018, 08:26 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,103
Posted By DreamStreamr
We started full-timing 2007 and signed on with...

We started full-timing 2007 and signed on with Escapees mail service. Our mail goes direct to our address with them, we have no other address for mail. We have them send us a pack of all our mail...
Forum: Computers, Internet & Satellite 05-10-2018, 08:14 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,741
Posted By DreamStreamr
Our beginner inverter was an inexpensive 400watt...

Our beginner inverter was an inexpensive 400watt modified sine wave. Pretty quickly we learned the power wasn't what we wanted to use for our electronics. One simple example - digital clocks would...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 05-10-2018, 07:53 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,473
Posted By DreamStreamr
Last year we had two composite stems fail within...

Last year we had two composite stems fail within two weeks, after eight years of no problems with tpms sensors screwed onto the valve stems. They seemed sliced at the entry point to the rim. We'd...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 05-10-2018, 07:32 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 13,752
Posted By DreamStreamr
I'm using the Craftsman 1/2" drive torque wrench...

I'm using the Craftsman 1/2" drive torque wrench I bought in 1970, the only one I've had. It's easy to use, glad to have it for my Equal-I-Zer hitch socket and bracket bolts and for wheels. Like Tim...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 05-08-2018, 03:53 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,225
Posted By DreamStreamr
Hi Al, Gosh, wish I was working on my black...

Hi Al,
Gosh, wish I was working on my black tank too. I'm replacing my furnace control board - is that sort of the same thing? LOL

Since you mention offset on linkage I'm pretty sure you don't...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 05-08-2018, 06:55 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,574
Posted By DreamStreamr
I did the same, and put circuit breaker at the...

I did the same, and put circuit breaker at the battery box. Good practice to install protection at line end of a circuit, not at load end.

Funny thing - before I eliminated the 30a fuse it would...
Forum: Interior Restoration Forum 01-26-2018, 02:09 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,465
Posted By DreamStreamr
Cheers Paul! Welcome to the Forums. There are...

Cheers Paul!
Welcome to the Forums. There are lots of very informed and experienced folks on the Forums. I read more than I post, by far. You'll likely find every question has been answered but (1)...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 01-26-2018, 02:00 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,959
Posted By DreamStreamr
We replaced a sail switch with a friend last...

We replaced a sail switch with a friend last week. EZ PZ as long as you have the new switch, someone to hold the light, and some earthquake putty (or any sort of sticky putty) to hold the plastic...
Forum: 2006 - 2010 International 01-26-2018, 01:52 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,924
Posted By DreamStreamr
OTOH, if you can run your panels in series and...

OTOH, if you can run your panels in series and have a charge controller that will accept nominal 24vdc input (some are 48/24/12, some 24/12, some just one or the other) then you can halve the current...
Forum: Our Community 01-26-2018, 01:36 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,740
Posted By DreamStreamr
I'm still running 15" oem wheels on my 6,500#...

I'm still running 15" oem wheels on my 6,500# 2005 25' Airstream. After generally good wear (30-35K miles/set) from Goodyear Marathons, two Asian no-name sets, then an astounding 57K miles from a set...
Forum: WBCCI Forum 01-26-2018, 01:19 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 25,396
Posted By DreamStreamr
The Club is trying to get this working before...

The Club is trying to get this working before Summer.

We hope members may find this an easier way to apply numbers. It still allows members flexibility, if they want, to manually kern the numbers...
Forum: WBCCI Forum 01-08-2018, 07:25 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,079
Posted By DreamStreamr
Looking forward to 75 degrees tomorrow. Been...

Looking forward to 75 degrees tomorrow. Been waiting long enough for some nice weather and glad it's coming to MidWinter Rally in Sarasota.
Forum: The Rally Zone 01-08-2018, 07:24 AM
Replies: 583
Views: 120,695
Posted By DreamStreamr
Wow, CanOpener 2018 sounds fabulous. We look...

Wow, CanOpener 2018 sounds fabulous. We look forward to the next one and, like Protagonist, will watch our calendars for the 11 month window to reserve. What a whirlwind of site and plans changes the...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 12-31-2017, 09:43 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 22,270
Posted By DreamStreamr
Funny, Eric, about the potential for beer-induced...

Funny, Eric, about the potential for beer-induced polarity swap. Yep, wondered about iffy results sometimes here too. How're your 2010 6v batteries holding up? Or did I miss a post in the middle of...
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