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Forum: 2016 - Current Classic (all lengths) 07-09-2017, 11:43 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,284
Posted By merchantmm
Scratch Amazon. They only have Queen....

Scratch Amazon. They only have Queen. ABLifestyles has everything in bedding you will need for your AS Twins.
Forum: 2016 - Current Classic (all lengths) 07-09-2017, 11:39 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,284
Posted By merchantmm
Amazon has them as does ABlifestyles ...

Amazon has them as does ABlifestyles
...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 06-06-2017, 09:13 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,477
Posted By merchantmm
Due to non availability of power at my storage...

Due to non availability of power at my storage lot I also bring my batteries home and maintain on two seperate smart chargers. I did the 6v conversion some time ago and they are HEAVY. A lift strap...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 01-29-2017, 11:27 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 15,114
Posted By merchantmm
Being recently retired we opted for the best TV...

Being recently retired we opted for the best TV to pull our 27' Flying Cloud. We were looking for safe, comfortable , and excessively powerful (No question about uphill towing). After much...
Forum: Community Polls 01-03-2017, 10:54 PM
Replies: 165
Views: 40,758
Posted By merchantmm
I'm proud to own an Airstream but we refer to the...

I'm proud to own an Airstream but we refer to the rig as Rex (Tv) and Rosie (2015 27' Flying Cloud). When we take them out we tell the family we're going out for a little "R&R". Between my wife and I...
Forum: On The Road... 12-21-2016, 09:41 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 19,849
Posted By merchantmm
We were there in June. We tow a 27' FC WITH F250....

We were there in June. We tow a 27' FC WITH F250. We fit fine in a pull thru space in Madison. Call in advance.
Forum: On The Road... 11-13-2016, 12:54 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,610
Posted By merchantmm
Just returned home in SoCal from CenCal. We...

Just returned home in SoCal from CenCal. We stayed for 5 days at Fernwood Resort on the . Nestled in an old growth Redwood grove on the banks of the Big Sur River. It was almost spiritual. Absolutely...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 11-12-2016, 05:24 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,074
Posted By merchantmm
Tongue jack power

Any ideas on how to power a TONGUE jack if there are no batteries installed in your trailer and it is located on a storage lot with no available power? I recently decided to store my trailer on a...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 10-19-2016, 12:26 PM
Replies: 1,140
Views: 177,259
Posted By merchantmm
Yikes!! I purchased an equalizer with my trailer...

Yikes!! I purchased an equalizer with my trailer new in 2015. I've done 3 major trips and a number of weekenders. I never think much about the hitch but am learning here that I probably should. I'm...
Forum: On The Road... 10-19-2016, 12:02 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 13,919
Posted By merchantmm
We tow our 2015 FC 27' with a 2015 F-250...

We tow our 2015 FC 27' with a 2015 F-250 Powerstroke Diesel 4x4. I live in the west and tow up and down Eisenhower class grades often. I've never bogged below the speed limit. Although not necessary,...
Forum: On The Road... 10-18-2016, 01:23 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 10,672
Posted By merchantmm
2015 F-250 Powerstroke lover here! Towing 2015 FC...

2015 F-250 Powerstroke lover here! Towing 2015 FC 27'.
Best sales pitch is that my wife loves towing with it. No hassles up or down hill no matter the grade%. No worries about trailer weights. F350...
Forum: On The Road... 10-04-2016, 10:11 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,674
Posted By merchantmm
Never had a problem...BUT...While camped we will ...

Never had a problem...BUT...While camped we will often slightly hold the valve pedal down to deepen the standard water level. This increases the "Float Factor" and minimizes the residual effect...
Forum: On The Road... 09-22-2016, 11:20 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 15,200
Posted By merchantmm
A F150 can handle it but will be very close to...

A F150 can handle it but will be very close to Max. Driving inclines in the western states will be at high RPMS and create stress on your vacation. Downhills will do the same. The F250 Powerstroke...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 09-08-2016, 11:52 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 7,105
Posted By merchantmm
I too am lucky enough to have a wife that green...

I too am lucky enough to have a wife that green lighted the purchase of a diesel.(Only a little reservation). So I IMMEDIATELY ran to the local dealer and picked up our 2015 F-250 Lariat 4x4...
Forum: 2016 - Current Classic (all lengths) 09-06-2016, 03:28 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 11,094
Posted By merchantmm
The only way to stop worrying about making the...

The only way to stop worrying about making the right decision is to GO BIG. With my 2015 F250 Powerstroke TV I NEVER worry about the calculations for towing my 2015 27' FC. It's always right, always...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 09-01-2016, 11:49 AM
Replies: 217
Views: 46,295
Posted By merchantmm
Love my 2015 but I must say I lust for the...

Love my 2015 but I must say I lust for the increased factory fuel capacity!! A beautiful hauler but I'll wait till I accumulate 300,000 miles on mine. Think I'll opt for an after market tank. Enjoy...
Forum: On The Road... 08-29-2016, 06:27 AM
Replies: 132
Views: 18,298
Posted By merchantmm
Somewhere in this post you ask about gas mileage...

Somewhere in this post you ask about gas mileage towing with an F 350.

During a recent trek from Orange County in So. Cal to Yellowstone and back we traveled 2915.2 miles and consumed 224.8...
Forum: 2016 - Current Classic (all lengths) 07-30-2016, 03:02 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,071
Posted By merchantmm
Double check your trailer. My 2015 FC had a line...

Double check your trailer. My 2015 FC had a line originally installed already for this purpose.
Forum: Dollars & Cents 07-28-2016, 11:51 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 8,547
Posted By merchantmm
We purchased from Orange County Airstream. Same...

We purchased from Orange County Airstream. Same ownership as Los Angeles Airstream so they do a good volume. Dick, Paul and Ira were great in the Sales dept. they gave me a good deal. Walk away...
Forum: On The Road... 07-28-2016, 11:21 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,261
Posted By merchantmm
Here's a big one for you. I know it was for me....

Here's a big one for you. I know it was for me. If you are 62 years or older you absolutely need to acquire a Life Time Pass for National Parks. Only $10. Payback comes the first time you use it....
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 07-18-2016, 11:12 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 9,515
Posted By merchantmm
I recently completed the same battery exchange on...

I recently completed the same battery exchange on my 2014 27' FC RB Twin. Box had to be modified by 3" in height. And yes we have the large exterior locker up front so modification was made at the...
Forum: On The Road... 07-18-2016, 10:38 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 14,011
Posted By merchantmm
In May we were visiting the Tetons. We had pulled...

In May we were visiting the Tetons. We had pulled into an observation spot, took some photos and had gotten back into our TV. A woman came to the window and was knocking. As my wife rolled down her...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 07-01-2016, 10:18 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,201
Posted By merchantmm
We went thru the same worries selecting a TV when...

We went thru the same worries selecting a TV when we purchased our 2015 27' Flying Cloud. We almost pulled the trigger on an F-150 Eco. Too many second thoughts when considering tow capacities,...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 06-25-2016, 03:08 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 4,347
Posted By merchantmm
Regarding garage fit, it's best to measure and...

Regarding garage fit, it's best to measure and compare to the space you have available. My F250 4x4 will fit in the garage but it's tight. I usually park outside. Weather is mild here in So Cal so no...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 06-24-2016, 03:19 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 4,347
Posted By merchantmm
3/4 Ton with diesel and full tow package will...

3/4 Ton with diesel and full tow package will ensure a stress free tow. I'm sure any of the 3 major brands will do the job so I won't advocate for the TV I drive.

Good luck. Some great advice...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 06-22-2016, 03:03 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,192
Posted By merchantmm
Great buy. Looks new in your pic. You will love...

Great buy. Looks new in your pic. You will love the power and torque. Don't panic your first time out. Your trailer really is still there!!
Forum: Boondocking 06-22-2016, 05:09 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 28,809
Posted By merchantmm
GOWHERETOWED...by the way, If you really want to...

GOWHERETOWED...by the way, If you really want to know what a BEAST is you need to drive a 6.7 liter diesel equipped Ford F-250/350. I'm sure a Cummins equipped Ram is comparable. Having about half...
Forum: Boondocking 06-22-2016, 04:57 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 28,809
Posted By merchantmm
Ho hum. I've traversed many supposedly hair...

Ho hum. I've traversed many supposedly hair raising passes all over the west. "Rex" our 2015 F250 diesel takes it all in stride towing our 27' Flying Cloud. Turbodiesel power is not impacted by...
Forum: General Repair Forum 06-06-2016, 10:06 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,095
Posted By merchantmm
Exact same problem last week in the Tetons....

Exact same problem last week in the Tetons. Replaced 30amp in line fuse and all good.
Forum: Buyer Guidelines 05-17-2016, 09:58 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,403
Posted By merchantmm
I bought my 2015 FC at Orange County Airstream....

I bought my 2015 FC at Orange County Airstream. Paul, Dick and the Salesmansger Ira were great guys. We went back and forth on price but that's to be expected. Ultimately we settled very close to my...
Forum: Title, VIN & Registration 05-12-2016, 11:26 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 23,219
Posted By merchantmm
I also live in California. My 2015 FC was $565....

I also live in California. My 2015 FC was $565. My 2015 TV was $632. Don't know why I was surprised to receive notice. After all it is California.
Forum: Trailer Values 04-26-2016, 04:16 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 11,197
Posted By merchantmm
Can't put a price on the places we've been, the...

Can't put a price on the places we've been, the sights we've seen, the people we've met. Don't forget the conversations we may not have had without our riveted wonders. Thank you Rosie.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 04-26-2016, 04:00 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 7,070
Posted By merchantmm
Work so much better than the stackable units....

Work so much better than the stackable units. Driving forward onto them is best. We use on 27 ft FC.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 04-25-2016, 11:36 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,674
Posted By merchantmm
My grandson said our Ford Superduty growled like...

My grandson said our Ford Superduty growled like a Tyrannosaurus. We soon named our TV "Rex". Rex is fond of Hooking Up with our AS "Rosie". We often go on "R&R" together.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 04-20-2016, 03:51 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,675
Posted By merchantmm
Back in my newbie days I unhitched and never...

Back in my newbie days I unhitched and never replaced the pin. We did some rough terrain driving later that day. Guess what? When it was time to hook up again I had no insert! It was a full day...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 01-14-2016, 03:19 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,712
Posted By merchantmm
Love our FC FB 27 Twin. 90% of our camping is...

Love our FC FB 27 Twin. 90% of our camping is just the two of us. Sometimes the grandkids.

The actual room and perception of space is great in is model. You can see from the floor all the way to...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 01-14-2016, 02:53 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,078
Posted By merchantmm
LP Conversion for Portable Generators

I have a pair of Yahama 2000is. Am considering conversion to LP to run from the trailers LP supply. Any suggestions from the group on which conversion kit to use and any complications of...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 01-14-2016, 02:28 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,172
Posted By merchantmm
Saw that writing on the wall some time ago...

Saw that writing on the wall some time ago (64yo). I purchased the Yamaha 2000s. Enjoy the 45 lbs to lift. Only carry the companion during the summer to start the AC. Great product. Very quiet....
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 01-12-2016, 04:05 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 11,198
Posted By merchantmm
Make sure your generator fits in your TV. We went...

Make sure your generator fits in your TV. We went with the Yamaha 2000 units they fit under the tonneau cover on my F250. We pack 2 in the summer to run AC and only one the rest of the year for...
Forum: Buyer Guidelines 01-03-2016, 12:18 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 14,897
Posted By merchantmm
Your first decision to opt for an Airstream is...

Your first decision to opt for an Airstream is right on. You are very lucky to have happened on the Forum. You too will get great and diverse advice from our fellow posters.

We are about to...
Forum: On The Road... 10-21-2015, 07:37 PM
Replies: 120
Views: 19,393
Posted By merchantmm
I went thru the same decision a year ago. The...

I went thru the same decision a year ago. The calculations are cumbersome regarding getting just the right capacities for your trailer. I finally gave up and decided I wouldn't worry about payload,...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 10-20-2015, 10:14 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,132
Posted By merchantmm
I take every opportunity to defend my 2015 6.7...

I take every opportunity to defend my 2015 6.7 F250. "Rex" is a great hauler and daily driver. At stock height I have no problem with bed height. I never worry about adding a pound or two as he will...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 09-19-2015, 08:56 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,596
Posted By merchantmm
NICE! I'm a big ford fan myself. I'm a nickname...

NICE! I'm a big ford fan myself. I'm a nickname fan too. My truck is Rex. And the trailer is Rosie. They are ready for a "Hookup" next week. Heading for Yosemite. Enjoy that new truck.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 09-15-2015, 03:45 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 5,495
Posted By merchantmm
As expected. Always lots of long winded input on...

As expected. Always lots of long winded input on this topic.

Put your mind to ease on the payload and tow capacity. Go for a 3/4 ton diesel. You will never even get close to capacity with your...
Forum: On The Road... 09-12-2015, 11:41 PM
Replies: 366
Views: 50,617
Posted By merchantmm
I picked up on your travel log late in your...

I picked up on your travel log late in your journey. Looks like you are having fun. You are approaching my neck of the woods. What is your destination? Sorry if I missed it in an earlier post.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 09-12-2015, 10:26 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 11,750
Posted By merchantmm
"No problem" seems to be the consensus. I went...

"No problem" seems to be the consensus. I went thru the same considerations last year and ultimately decided "No problem" was not good enough. I decided on the F250 and went all in with the diesel...
Forum: On The Road... 09-11-2015, 09:58 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 6,697
Posted By merchantmm
Super post. Great destinations. Planning similar...

Super post. Great destinations. Planning similar for next year. This will help. THANKS.
Forum: On The Road... 09-11-2015, 09:18 PM
Replies: 3,842
Views: 370,320
Posted By merchantmm
Orange County Calif. Diesel. $2.59.

Orange County Calif. Diesel. $2.59.
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 09-11-2015, 03:38 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 11,087
Posted By merchantmm
We have a 2015 FB Twin Flying Cloud with a single...

We have a 2015 FB Twin Flying Cloud with a single AC unit. Living in Southern California we have camped in some warm areas. My experience is that I can only expect a 15 degree drop from outside temp....
Forum: 2011 - 2015 International 09-10-2015, 11:50 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,046
Posted By merchantmm
Congrats on joining the lucky few. This is the...

Congrats on joining the lucky few. This is the dawn of your new life. ENJOY! 😎
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