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Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar Yesterday, 07:51 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,630
Posted By PatLee
Thanks for weighing in, Bob. It seems this is...

Thanks for weighing in, Bob. It seems this is old technology made new. Given the weight of the auto former (38 pounds) - and that I've been doing fine with what I've got - I think I'll take a pass.
Forum: Tires 04-09-2024, 08:35 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,223
Posted By PatLee
What really resonated for me in the LoLo video...

What really resonated for me in the LoLo video was that you have to be a "jerk of a customer" in your insistence that the repair facility guys jack your Airstream correctly.
I am a woman that...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 04-07-2024, 07:52 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,630
Posted By PatLee
ITSN - your inclusion of the article in your...

ITSN - your inclusion of the article in your response certainly added another dimension to this discussion i.e. "The updated National Electrical Code (NEC) of 2020 has declared that any voltage...
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 04-06-2024, 12:19 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,749
Posted By PatLee
The shower door shimmies even with its little...

The shower door shimmies even with its little latch closed i.e. with latch in place, you can push against the door and feel back and forth movement. Driving on washboarded roads or uneven,...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 04-06-2024, 08:02 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,630
Posted By PatLee
Autoformers - do I need one?

Another post has intrigued my interest in Autoformers. As explained in that post, autoformers boost power to the trailer from the post in low-voltage situations to avoid damaging your Trailer. I...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 03-31-2024, 09:50 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 5,884
Posted By PatLee
After all my years of camping, it has become a...

After all my years of camping, it has become a reflex reaction for me to turn off A/C (or the heat) when using either the blow dryer or the toaster. Those two things will reliably trip my 30 amp off...
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 03-26-2024, 06:39 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,840
Posted By PatLee
I had the same problem. I hired a local...

I had the same problem. I hired a local craftsman to replace the hinges with piano hinges on both doors a couple of years ago. Other members of this forum has done this as well. It's good, permanent...
Forum: On The Road... 03-24-2024, 10:34 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 388
Posted By PatLee
What my 'collapsible strainer' looks like

Hoping to post that photo here. Didn't work again. Darn.
The collapsible strainer is a flat, ridged, rectangular piece of gray rubber (about 12" x 4") with a hole in the center, that fits around...
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 03-24-2024, 10:31 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 217
Posted By PatLee
Collapsible Strainer

On the advice of this forum, I bought a collapsible strainer to wrap around the base of my kitchen faucet. it seems like a great solution for stopping the flow of water towards the back of the...
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 03-24-2024, 10:23 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 372
Posted By PatLee
How to Remove strainer on kitchen faucet?

I just de-winterized my 2019 FBT International. When I was opening the hot and cold sides on all my faucets, the flow rate on the hot water side was about half of the flow rate on the cold side. ...
Forum: Upholstery, Blinds, Walls & Interior Finishes 03-24-2024, 10:17 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 381
Posted By PatLee
Pull tabs and end caps for roller shades

Where I can buy replacement pull tabs for my window shades as well as end caps? Photos show end of shade rod with end cap; shade rod without end cap; and what the end cap looks like when not inside...
Forum: Winterizing, Storage, Carports & Covers 03-11-2024, 05:06 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,024
Posted By PatLee
If you don't find a tube coming out of your water...

If you don't find a tube coming out of your water pump, it's likely you do not have a winterizing kit installed.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 03-04-2024, 09:53 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,825
Posted By PatLee
Hi 1211, The tongue weight of my 2019 25' FBT...

Hi 1211,
The tongue weight of my 2019 25' FBT International weighs used to be 1125 lbs. I switched to lithium batteries (2) a couple of years ago and that probably brought it down a bit. Bottom...
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 03-03-2024, 04:59 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 8,122
Posted By PatLee
_______________________ I replaced the...

_______________________

I replaced the hinges with piano hinges on the curved, under-the-sink doors as well several years ago. Great solution. I wonder though how well they would stay closed on...
Forum: Tires 03-01-2024, 09:53 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,509
Posted By PatLee
Discount Tire was great, the TrailerAid ramp...

Discount Tire was great, the TrailerAid ramp worked great, and the Dill TPMS, that I never would have had in place if Ronnie Dennis, GMFL here on the forum, hadn’t convinced me of the value of it and...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 02-27-2024, 11:32 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 5,350
Posted By PatLee
Yes, more water is always key to a happy black...

Yes, more water is always key to a happy black tank. And yes to Kleen Tank's black tank formula. Works great, kinder to the earth and cheap.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 02-23-2024, 10:36 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,893
Posted By PatLee
I got these from Duraflap. They have an...

I got these from Duraflap. They have an Airstream component on their website. I got them for the Alaska Caravan last year and left them on because they're so pretty.
Forum: Wheels, Hubs & Bearings 02-22-2024, 09:41 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,823
Posted By PatLee
Absolutely contact Dexter before you do anything...

Absolutely contact Dexter before you do anything else. You have a five-year warranty on your axles and Dexter bends over backwards (in my direct experience with them last year) to make you whole...
Forum: Winterizing, Storage, Carports & Covers 01-27-2024, 07:52 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,841
Posted By PatLee
Tom, You remind me of me. One thing I've done...

Tom,
You remind me of me. One thing I've done over 19 years of Airstream ownership is to write directions down as I need them. I wrote a de-winterizing guide at one point and update it every...
Forum: 2016 - Current Classic (all lengths) 01-17-2024, 12:01 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,306
Posted By PatLee
Your unit is brand new and you are next door to...

Your unit is brand new and you are next door to Northwest Adventures Airstream in Caldwell, ID. I recommend you call them to help you with your issues. If not them, then tech support at Jackson...
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 01-16-2024, 07:18 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,557
Posted By PatLee
Have you checked the water inlet valve from the...

Have you checked the water inlet valve from the inside (where you attach outside hose) is tight? Your puddling occurs when any water source is used, so I would suspect that the valve might need...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 01-11-2024, 11:37 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 11,753
Posted By PatLee
General question: How often should we replace...

General question: How often should we replace our hitches? Is there a time / use limit?
Forum: Buyer Guidelines 12-28-2023, 09:18 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,588
Posted By PatLee
You contracted for a beautiful, brand new (very...

You contracted for a beautiful, brand new (very expensive), undamaged Airstream. That is not what you have and you're right to be concerned about future problems i.e. leaks. I recommend you pass on...
Forum: Windows & Screens 12-17-2023, 08:33 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,669
Posted By PatLee
Regardless of solutions, I think treating window...

Regardless of solutions, I think treating window seals with a lubricant like 303 annually, will keep them pliable and less likely to tear.
Forum: On The Road... 12-09-2023, 10:21 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,868
Posted By PatLee
I plan out where to stop every day and length of...

I plan out where to stop every day and length of stay, dependng on area attractions. I recommend you intersperse your Harvest Host stays every 3 days or so with a KOA or other full-service camp site...
Forum: Windows & Screens 12-01-2023, 07:31 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,669
Posted By PatLee
link2 - thanks for the additional info regarding...

link2 - thanks for the additional info regarding letting 303 dry before closing the windows again.
BTW - I use a boning tool to open the windows when they stick; and keep it in the silverware...
Forum: 2018 - Current Globetrotter 12-01-2023, 07:24 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,704
Posted By PatLee
That looks just like a long screw that came from...

That looks just like a long screw that came from the inside of my bathroom wall cabinet. I believe your model has the same long, mirrored cabinet with the door that flips up. If yes, look inside it...
Forum: On The Road... 11-18-2023, 09:45 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,410
Posted By PatLee
I have gone to JC for service appointments in...

I have gone to JC for service appointments in November, December and January. There was snow one year but the well-maintained highways are kept plowed so it wasn't an issue. However, it was cold. ...
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 11-16-2023, 06:13 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 11,121
Posted By PatLee
One con could be that Airstreams are NOT...

One con could be that Airstreams are NOT four-season trailers.

Otherwise, it has delivered on the dream.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 11-14-2023, 11:34 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 10,156
Posted By PatLee
rbs gave the best answer. Slow down, as much as...

rbs gave the best answer. Slow down, as much as you need to, to prevent the truck from bouncing and to minimize trailer damage. Really slow, like down to 2-4 mph, if necessary.
That was what I...
Forum: 2018 - Current Globetrotter 10-25-2023, 01:30 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,812
Posted By PatLee
While Rich Luhr's book might not specifically...

While Rich Luhr's book might not specifically tell you what to look for, it sure is good for how to care for the AS once you have it. Be sure to get the second edition. I go through it every fall...
Forum: Dollars & Cents 09-28-2023, 11:59 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,275
Posted By PatLee
Acheron - you need to post a LOT more photos - up...

Acheron - you need to post a LOT more photos - up to the max that AirForums Classifieds allows - of the Trailer's livability and good looks. All I see are blue boxes and wiring and the opening photo...
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 09-13-2023, 07:27 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 9,058
Posted By PatLee
Hey streamluv - I secure my Berkey as shown in...

Hey streamluv - I secure my Berkey as shown in photo. It is not an elegant solution but it's simple and it works . I originally used duct tape but it left residue behind and was hard to work with. ...
Forum: Trailer Values 09-10-2023, 10:06 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,394
Posted By PatLee
Wow, I would love to see this beauty at the next...

Wow, I would love to see this beauty at the next International. What a gorgeous restoration!
Forum: On The Road... 09-08-2023, 09:07 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 7,032
Posted By PatLee
Just an aside but if you call the number on the...

Just an aside but if you call the number on the catalogue, you can tell them to not send you any more. By doing this with every catalogue that shows up in my mailbox, I have cut the volume of mail...
Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 09-02-2023, 12:14 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,843
Posted By PatLee
If you get the axle replaced, you can drive the...

If you get the axle replaced, you can drive the Airstream to get your warranty work done. Dexter makes the axles. Contact them and they will deal directly with you for free replacement, shipping...
Forum: On The Road... 09-01-2023, 09:32 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 7,032
Posted By PatLee
I use a Black & Decker Pivot (Lithium) hand vac +...

I use a Black & Decker Pivot (Lithium) hand vac + a small, handle-less sweeper broom with a fitted dustpan. They both fit (with the vac's replacement filters) in small cabinet beneath the frig. And...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 08-26-2023, 10:19 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 457
Posted By PatLee
Surge Protector Codes

Hi all,
I am camping in Eagles Rest RV Park in Valdez, AK.
I am not getting power into the trailer. The surge protector codes are reading (photos are attached):

RV ON
L1= 130V
and then it...
Forum: Our Community 08-25-2023, 09:05 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,804
Posted By PatLee
All the time on the Alaska caravan.

All the time on the Alaska caravan.
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 08-20-2023, 10:56 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,309
Posted By PatLee
When I upgraded to a 2000 inverter in my 25' FBT,...

When I upgraded to a 2000 inverter in my 25' FBT, they installed the remote for the new inverter in a space directly over my fuse box, rather than run the new wiring all the way to the kitchen where...
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 08-05-2023, 01:43 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,508
Posted By PatLee
Undissolved toilet paper plugging up the valve? ...

Undissolved toilet paper plugging up the valve? Driving it over some bumpy terrain might dislodge the clog.
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 08-05-2023, 01:41 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,353
Posted By PatLee
If your Bambi has a power awning, the switch...

If your Bambi has a power awning, the switch might be for turning on the string of LED lights beneath top edge of owning for when it's open.
Forum: On The Road... 08-04-2023, 01:52 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,193
Posted By PatLee
On occasion, I have gotten a message on my Ford...

On occasion, I have gotten a message on my Ford F-150 display indicating that my speed has been temporarily decreased. It has happened when pulling on a very long incline in the mountains for a very...
Forum: Wheels, Hubs & Bearings 08-04-2023, 01:47 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,224
Posted By PatLee
At the International in Rock Springs, the Dexter...

At the International in Rock Springs, the Dexter people had a great presenter on this very subject. He advised lubrication maintenance be done on new axles at 10,000 miles and then you would be good...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 08-04-2023, 01:38 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 5,257
Posted By PatLee
It must be a rogue employee writing that email to...

It must be a rogue employee writing that email to you as it is so uncharacteristic of Colonial. Consider calling Colonial and talking to the guy in charge.
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 08-04-2023, 01:34 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,062
Posted By PatLee
Great solution. BTW - the Airstream...

Great solution. BTW - the Airstream International editions have inside cabinet lighting (LEDs) as part of their trim package.
Forum: Winterizing, Storage, Carports & Covers 08-04-2023, 01:24 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 23,388
Posted By PatLee
There goes the neighborhoods in all of Florida.

There goes the neighborhoods in all of Florida.
Forum: Upholstery, Blinds, Walls & Interior Finishes 07-25-2023, 11:48 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 595
Posted By PatLee
Roller shade end caps

Can someone tell me where I can order more of these?
They go on both ends of the roller shade rods in my International.
Thanks!
Forum: 2018 - Current Globetrotter 07-25-2023, 11:42 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,437
Posted By PatLee
If you're six feet or taller, you may have to...

If you're six feet or taller, you may have to keep your head down (literally) when showering on the teak flooring.
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 07-25-2023, 11:37 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 10,071
Posted By PatLee
The support leg on my dinette table kept...

The support leg on my dinette table kept collapsing when I first got the Trailer. An AS tech fixed it permanently by using Lock-tite when tightening the screws.
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