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Forum: General Motorhome Topics 09-26-2023, 06:15 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 992
Posted By BASE729
1995 Classic 360 Motorhome Towing

I have the opportunity to get a 1995 Classic 360 gas motorhome. Ultimately, I'll want to tow a vehicle with it. I've been doing my best to research, and I found the attached pdf which lists the...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 05-26-2019, 10:09 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,750
Posted By BASE729
Can't speak to the payload issue, but I had a Ram...

Can't speak to the payload issue, but I had a Ram 2500 with the auto-leveling rear suspension and absolutely loved it. If you're ordering one I would investigate and consider adding that as an...
Forum: 2018 - Current Globetrotter 05-15-2019, 06:11 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,978
Posted By BASE729
I fulltimed with a pet. What is the backup plan...

I fulltimed with a pet. What is the backup plan when the single AC fails? I always recommend (2) units to anyone traveling with pets. I had a 27FB and one AC died in Vegas. I would have been...
Forum: Airstream "In the News" 11-04-2018, 04:28 AM
Replies: 631
Views: 123,166
Posted By BASE729
Went and looked at their facebook page. Check...

Went and looked at their facebook page. Check out the post on top right by an Eric Ryde. It says:

I'm very interested in your products. Just having a hard time deciding which one is ideal for...
Forum: 2016 - Current Classic (all lengths) 01-26-2018, 06:09 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,896
Posted By BASE729
Perhaps a bit out of the norm, but I have a dozen...

Perhaps a bit out of the norm, but I have a dozen or so "stash bags" for my BASE jumping gear. I found that a 50 Amp cord coils perfectly in it and I would leave both male and female ends exposed. ...
Forum: Tommy Bahama Special Editions 01-16-2018, 09:23 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 7,211
Posted By BASE729
One more item about (2) AC units... I was in...

One more item about (2) AC units... I was in Vegas when it was 110F and one AC unit failed. Was still comfortable with just one and didn't need to run to a hotel or schedule an emergency repair. I...
Forum: On The Road... 01-11-2018, 07:47 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,145
Posted By BASE729
One of my trips was Philadelphia to Twin Falls,...

One of my trips was Philadelphia to Twin Falls, ID. I took I-70 all the way from Pittsburgh past Grand Junction CO and picked up 6 / 191 just past Moab to head north to Idaho. (through kansas city,...
Forum: Audio, Video & TV 07-18-2017, 01:51 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,488
Posted By BASE729
Not an answer to your question, but a different...

Not an answer to your question, but a different perspective (FWIW, this coming from a former 27FB owner).

I never could get used to the locations of the speakers in an Airstream, too far apart and...
Forum: Full-Timing 07-14-2017, 05:40 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,535
Posted By BASE729
I'm pretty sure that's the plot to Smokey and the...

I'm pretty sure that's the plot to Smokey and the Bandit movies... sports car running interference for the big rig.
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 07-10-2017, 08:38 AM
Replies: 2,213
Views: 551,123
Posted By BASE729
I've been following this thread for a bit......

I've been following this thread for a bit... considering a 2018 23FB Intl. For reference, I spent 2015 living in a 2015 27FB EB Airstream, so lots of my questions are revolving around downsizing. ...
Forum: Base Camp 06-20-2017, 01:10 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 12,932
Posted By BASE729
I'm considering the Basecamp for weekend...

I'm considering the Basecamp for weekend adventures and like the fact that I can take a shower after a day of mountain biking or jumping... even though its a wet bath, its not an external shower. If...
Forum: On The Road... 06-15-2017, 06:10 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,266
Posted By BASE729
I did the reverse, Vegas to Boston. If you do...

I did the reverse, Vegas to Boston. If you do googlemaps, there's a suggested alternate route that goes through Kansas City and Indianapolis. That's basically the route I took (I just detoured...
Forum: 2016 - Current International 05-23-2017, 02:27 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,423
Posted By BASE729
I can't tell for sure if its the same wire, but...

I can't tell for sure if its the same wire, but in the attached video, at around the 2:00 mark, they pull a wire out of the same area for a manual over-ride of the awning. I think its "likely" the...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 10-24-2016, 11:21 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,968
Posted By BASE729
Both have the same motor: High-Output 3.5L...

Both have the same motor:
High-Output 3.5L Ecoboost V6: 450 hp

Both have the same torque 510 @ 3500

Both have the same 10 speed transmission

Both list the exact same chassis specs
...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 10-24-2016, 09:07 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,968
Posted By BASE729
11.8 in wheelbase impacts 33% increase towing??

I'll try to be somewhat brief, but a bit of background. I took 2015 off and spent it traveling the country in a 2015 27FB EB and a 2015 Ram 2500. Awesome experience, and the truck trailer combo...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 08-16-2016, 01:08 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 10,492
Posted By BASE729
Not sure if its recommended... but I can lift the...

Not sure if its recommended... but I can lift the trailer to the point where I can rotate the cam unit with the supplied tool with zero resistance.... just lift the chain off. To do this I leave the...
Forum: Eddie Bauer - All Models 08-12-2016, 12:46 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 13,770
Posted By BASE729
There's also a 2015 27FB EB listed as well (mine)...

There's also a 2015 27FB EB listed as well (mine)

https://www.rvtrader.com/listing/2015-Airstream-Eddie-Bauer-118538140
Forum: Airstream Classifieds 06-20-2016, 11:10 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 568
Posted By BASE729
2015 Airstream Eddie Bauer 27 - Pennsylvania

Title: 2015 Airstream Eddie Bauer 27 - Pennsylvania
I just posted a new ad on Airstream Classifieds.

Highly customized 2015 27' EB. Major upgrades include a custom U-Lounge for the dining...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 05-10-2016, 11:46 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,240
Posted By BASE729
So that was a ton of replies in a short amount of...

So that was a ton of replies in a short amount of time (thanks!).

I'll check it out this weekend and let everyone know how it went.
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 05-10-2016, 09:26 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,240
Posted By BASE729
AC in Driveway

I spent all of 2015 traveling the country in my 2015 EB Airstream. It's currently parked at my parents driveway. Not sure what to do with it longerm, but when I visit my parents, I was planning on...
Forum: The Rally Zone 04-24-2016, 07:28 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,318
Posted By BASE729
What is a keg rally? If it's what I think it is,...

What is a keg rally? If it's what I think it is, I'll want the link as well
Forum: Tires 01-29-2016, 04:22 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 7,075
Posted By BASE729
I ended up getting the Ryobi compressor, part of...

I ended up getting the Ryobi compressor, part of their line of portable tools (at Home Depot). It lets me share batteries/charging between my drill, compressor, fan, and led lantern. It works pretty...
Forum: Our Community 01-22-2016, 06:52 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,088
Posted By BASE729
+1 for colonial airstream service

I had an opportunity to take a contract job in Boston recently. It required high tailing it from California. I called colonial with the hopes of dropping off my trailer on the way to Boston for...
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 01-16-2016, 04:36 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,490
Posted By BASE729
I have a 2015. The regulator will switch over......

I have a 2015. The regulator will switch over... But not click red. How did I find that out? When it was 10 degrees in Golden, CO. Kept checking regulator day and night... Green. Then it got REALLY...
Forum: Full-Timing, Winter Living & Workamping 09-03-2015, 09:57 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 8,845
Posted By BASE729
This is where Boy-Cat likes to sleep during the...

This is where Boy-Cat likes to sleep during the long travel days... Not very comfortable but makes him happy.
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If it's no obvious, he gets behind my back and goes to sleep.
Forum: Eddie Bauer - All Models 08-18-2015, 07:22 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,642
Posted By BASE729
Frosted skylight

I've had the shades pulled on both skylights pretty much all summer, just recently I had an opportunity to open them up.

The one in the dining area is clear like glass and you can clearly see out...
Forum: Dollars & Cents 08-15-2015, 03:51 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,736
Posted By BASE729
It's 110 in Vegas today, with both my AC's...

It's 110 in Vegas today, with both my AC's running its 70 in the trailer and i didn't even deploy my awnings... My neighbor in a large motor home is sitting outside saying it's too hot in his motor...
Forum: Upholstery, Blinds, Walls & Interior Finishes 08-15-2015, 03:48 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,062
Posted By BASE729
Ditto on the EB having all the cushions...

Ditto on the EB having all the cushions sunbrella. 245557

I had additional cushions made at an online site that matched perfectly. There's a thread with links on the EB forum
Forum: Dollars & Cents 06-16-2015, 05:48 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,736
Posted By BASE729
I have a 2015 27FB EB with 2 AC's because that's...

I have a 2015 27FB EB with 2 AC's because that's what was available at the time. I've yet to run both at that same time other than a test. What I do find nice is that while in bed, I run the AC in...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 05-25-2015, 06:33 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,384
Posted By BASE729
This is just my observation on my 2015 EB, but to...

This is just my observation on my 2015 EB, but to me it seems that the charge controller with stop charging when the batteries are full. I've been in direct sunlight and read 0.1 charge amps. Same...
Forum: Eddie Bauer - All Models 05-04-2015, 01:49 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,515
Posted By BASE729
It took Airstream almost 4 weeks to ship the...

It took Airstream almost 4 weeks to ship the white plastic table base that slides down onto the aluminum floor post. But I finally have the new table. It's sturdier than I expected and takes a bit...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 04-21-2015, 07:40 PM
Replies: 57
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Views: 4,932
Posted By BASE729
I have a 2015 27FB and the water filter that...

I have a 2015 27FB and the water filter that comes with the trailer is below the kitchen sink and only filters the kitchen sink. Not sure if they filter before or after the mixing valve for hot and...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 04-17-2015, 06:54 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 12,649
Posted By BASE729
That's what sold me on propane. I just need to...

That's what sold me on propane. I just need to hook into the barbecue grill port and I'm running my generator. No gas cans or gasoline smell.

Also, there is an estimated 33 hours of runtime in a...
Forum: Eddie Bauer - All Models 03-31-2015, 05:08 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,515
Posted By BASE729
I forgot to ask. If you don't plan on purchasing...

I forgot to ask. If you don't plan on purchasing any cushions, which one were you going to use to sit on? If its not obvious, the very first photo in the thread which shows the U-Lounge, the seat...
Forum: Eddie Bauer - All Models 03-31-2015, 05:04 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,515
Posted By BASE729
I too initially just used the long back cushion...

I too initially just used the long back cushion from the sofa. Once I realized it could stay in place with the table (and actually support it some) is when I decided I wanted two cushions.
...
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 03-31-2015, 03:54 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 7,392
Posted By BASE729
I didn't get detailed info... but the bypass was...

I didn't get detailed info... but the bypass was closed and hot water tank was open. So perhaps it was just full of antifreeze. I'm just continuing to purge without heat so I'll see how long it...
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 03-31-2015, 03:27 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 7,392
Posted By BASE729
figured this would be a good thread to tag...

figured this would be a good thread to tag onto... having issues with the hot water de-winterization. Brand new 2015 27FB EB. I picked it up winterized from the dealer since I knew it would be...
Forum: Eddie Bauer - All Models 03-30-2015, 01:19 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,515
Posted By BASE729
EB Lounge "simple" modification

I never liked that there was no way to 'face' the television from the dinette of the EB. I'll be full timing for a year solo, and at most there will be one other person in the RV with me, so I was...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 03-30-2015, 01:05 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,762
Posted By BASE729
Airstream / B-17 "Nose Art"

As a kid growing up, I had always been fascinated by the B-17 Bomber from WWII. I probably made about a dozen models and watched every movie and documentary about them.

Later in life, I began...
Forum: Audio, Video & TV 03-25-2015, 05:04 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,529
Posted By BASE729
Someone earlier mentioned a sound bar. I made a...

Someone earlier mentioned a sound bar. I made a simple Velcro mount for my Bose Soundlink which sounds better than either the tv or the radio in the trailer. The mounts simply turn upside down out if...
Forum: Our Community 03-25-2015, 04:59 PM
Replies: 8,050
Views: 1,968,060
Posted By BASE729
I have a Samsung 40" UHD 4K tv. I got a rotating...

I have a Samsung 40" UHD 4K tv. I got a rotating bracket to store it in portrait mode out of the way when traveling and not in use. Not sure if it'll work (iPhone app), but I'll paste the thread...
Forum: Our Community 03-25-2015, 03:59 PM
Replies: 8,050
Views: 1,968,060
Posted By BASE729
I finally got around to installing the PS4,...

I finally got around to installing the PS4, AppleTV and the 4-way HDMI switcher box. Everything works great, can see laptop on the large 40" now...

I also made a simple velcro bracket for my Bose...
Forum: Audio, Video & TV 03-18-2015, 04:23 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,529
Posted By BASE729
Well, I finally got around to getting the TV...

Well, I finally got around to getting the TV braced. I wanted something to support the weight of it so all the stress wasn't on the wall mount. I came up with an all-thread turnbuckle system. The...
Forum: Our Community 03-16-2015, 05:55 PM
Replies: 8,050
Views: 1,968,060
Posted By BASE729
Not exactly the trailer, but for the Tow Vehicle....

Not exactly the trailer, but for the Tow Vehicle. Installed a TruckVault and a CargoGlide to facilitate a yearlong trip.

I specifically wanted the TruckVault to store all of my skydiving and BASE...
Forum: On The Road... 03-14-2015, 09:08 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,606
Posted By BASE729
where did you route your 12V power from? I have...

where did you route your 12V power from? I have a dodge as well and was hoping to pull it from the rearview mirror / overhead console.
Forum: Off Topic Forum 03-06-2015, 06:17 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,896
Posted By BASE729
I'm having "nose art" done on the front stainless...

I'm having "nose art" done on the front stainless stone guard of my trailer (similar to a B17 bomber). I'm taking a year long BASE jumping and skydiving trip so I'll be adding "bombs" to commentate...
Forum: Full-Timing, Winter Living & Workamping 02-11-2015, 12:33 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,147
Posted By BASE729
Max Height of gear in truck bed - need advice

I have an opportunity to purchase a Truck Vault drawer and cargo glide complete system for my Ram 2500. I have a truck cap. If the system is installed I will have 19" of vertical room between the...
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 02-06-2015, 09:16 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,377
Posted By BASE729
I spent a few hours in a 2014 Land Yacht at...

I spent a few hours in a 2014 Land Yacht at Colonial Airstream in NJ. I could afford it, and I thought it would be the perfect trailer for a year long work hiatus. The cost wasn't an issue, but I...
Forum: On The Road... 01-31-2015, 06:42 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,465
Posted By BASE729
Are you going to Moab, UT? If so, there is a...

Are you going to Moab, UT? If so, there is a pretty active BASE jumping community there. If you're interested, there's a very popular spot about 5 minutes from town on a gravel road where there's...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 01-18-2015, 07:27 AM
Replies: 128
Views: 19,714
Posted By BASE729
I got a 2015 Ram 2500 Laramie 6.4L Gas with the...

I got a 2015 Ram 2500 Laramie 6.4L Gas with the air suspension and 4.10 rear and I tow a 2015 27FB EB. Full disclosure, I only picked up the trailer from the dealer so far, about a 2 hour drive. I...
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