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Forum: Rock Guards, Segment & Window Protectors 01-26-2024, 07:38 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,006
Posted By breton
home depot info

I bought 2 of these for the curved guards in 2022. I haven’t used them yet because the existing guards are still holding together with stress cracks that aren’t noticable unless tou look close.
...
Forum: Rock Guards, Segment & Window Protectors 01-24-2024, 02:35 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,006
Posted By breton
Plexiglass from Home Depot

This is what Airstream told me they used. I ordered from and picked up at Home Depot and I’m pretty sure no shipping charge.


Tinted - Acrylic Sheets - Glass & Plastic Sheets - The Home Depot...
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 12-11-2023, 03:20 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,873
Posted By breton
I used sstl screws.

I used sstl screws.
Forum: Photography 10-16-2023, 09:34 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,346
Posted By breton
Chocorua

Sept 2023 Oct would have been more Fallish
Forum: Refrigerators 09-23-2023, 10:30 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,514
Posted By breton
I just returned from a 3 day trip and the 12/120v...

I just returned from a 3 day trip and the 12/120v fridge is a definite disadvantage from the old 3 way fridge - so I didn’t use it. This trip I brought 2 coolers (65 and 25qt) and used about 45 lbs...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 08-08-2023, 02:04 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,996
Posted By breton
same issue

First it was intermittent (with cleaning by using sandpaper, file, electrical cleaning spray and/or electrical grease) for a couple of years but now all the time. I determined the plug on the...
Forum: On The Road... 11-16-2022, 09:29 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,970
Posted By breton
Trip completed "no issues"

30 days 7500 miles Sept 25 to Oct 24

On the way there:
travelled route 90/80 stopped in Northeast, Pa; Utica, Il; Donipan, NE; Rawlins, Wy; Salt Lake City; Fernley, NV; Redding, CA to Eureka, CA...
Forum: On The Road... 09-25-2022, 03:36 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 944
Posted By breton
Water heater won’t stay on

Hey gang, I have an Atwood g6a-8e (propane only). It starts strong for a few seconds then stops. Any ideas on what might be the problem?
I cleaned all the contacts.
Forum: On The Road... 09-21-2022, 12:18 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,970
Posted By breton
Thanks to everyone even the wise guys! I've bent...

Thanks to everyone even the wise guys! I've bent Eureka many times in the past because my Daughter, grandson and son-in-law live there. This will be the 1st time with the trailer.
I'll probably...
Forum: On The Road... 09-17-2022, 03:41 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,970
Posted By breton
p.s., Didn't you guys have some severe fires in...

p.s., Didn't you guys have some severe fires in Paradise in the past year or so? Last time I visited was after the Santa Rosa fire. Good luck in the future.
Forum: On The Road... 09-17-2022, 03:36 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,970
Posted By breton
Thanks for the input. Your perspective is...

Thanks for the input. Your perspective is appreciated. I feel the new 67 is like the old 47 or something like that.
Forum: On The Road... 09-17-2022, 12:32 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,970
Posted By breton
Smile When I was 20 I couldn't afford AAA!

When I was 20 I couldn't afford AAA!
Forum: On The Road... 09-17-2022, 11:09 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,970
Posted By breton
Thanks for the advice JC but I am looking forward...

Thanks for the advice JC but I am looking forward to the adventure of driving. I did a one way when I was 20. Now 47 years later a round trip in comfort.
Forum: On The Road... 09-16-2022, 01:04 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,970
Posted By breton
Plymouth MA to Eureka CA

What are the best routes? I'm planning rt 90 to 80 to Redding. Leaving end of Sept. returning end of Oct.
Thanks for your input.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 08-17-2022, 02:39 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,754
Posted By breton
What does BVE and ICE stand for?

What does BVE and ICE stand for?
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 08-14-2022, 09:41 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 11,650
Posted By breton
Payload on my 2021 f150 lariat is 1875#.

Payload on my 2021 f150 lariat is 1875#.
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 06-22-2022, 06:42 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,785
Posted By breton
You don't get the "clunk" from the motor inrush...

You don't get the "clunk" from the motor inrush current. It's a gradual ramp up - much quieter.
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 06-19-2022, 11:02 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,785
Posted By breton
The softitart will quiet the a/c down...

The softitart will quiet the a/c down considerably.
Forum: Bumpers & Bumper Storage 04-27-2022, 02:47 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,447
Posted By breton
put a bumper on my 2014 22' sport. glad I did a...

put a bumper on my 2014 22' sport. glad I did a couple of times I had to remove and straighten it.
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 12-07-2021, 09:02 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,137
Posted By breton
the reason I was asking

is that I replaced my dometic propane fridge that crapped out with an isotherm ac/dc. I only need the DC to operate for 1 night while traveling. Nothing else will be on in the trailer just the...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 12-05-2021, 04:23 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,137
Posted By breton
Replacing Interstate Deep Cycle

Will I cause any damage to either my truck or the trailer if I simply replace my 12v Deep Cycle Interstate battery with a 12v 100Ah Lithium battery?
Forum: Refrigerators 12-05-2021, 03:46 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,514
Posted By breton
replaced

with the Isotherm CR130 EL. Purchased from Defender Marine with ITC (Intelligent Control) for about $1300. Almost as good and thanks again to debriek3. I left the propane line, plugged it and...
Forum: Refrigerators 12-01-2021, 04:29 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,514
Posted By breton
debrik3, I couldn't bare spending $3000 so I...

debrik3,
I couldn't bare spending $3000 so I went back to the RV shop and took the trailer back home. I'm going for the CR130. I have a couple of questions on installation and ventilation. Did...
Forum: Refrigerators 12-01-2021, 01:44 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,514
Posted By breton
The Novakool has a 22 week lead time.

The Novakool has a 22 week lead time.
Forum: Refrigerators 12-01-2021, 01:42 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,514
Posted By breton
That Isotherm Cruise 130 was my backup plan. ...

That Isotherm Cruise 130 was my backup plan. Good choice.
Forum: Refrigerators 12-01-2021, 01:23 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,514
Posted By breton
Thanks everyone. I dropped it off at an RV place...

Thanks everyone. I dropped it off at an RV place on Cape Cod that's going to replace it with a Dometic RM2354 for $3000. What a deal!
Forum: Refrigerators 11-30-2021, 05:49 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,514
Posted By breton
response

7 years old - no warranty
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 11-29-2021, 05:35 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,190
Posted By breton
How'd you make out? Mine crapped out too. 12v...

How'd you make out? Mine crapped out too. 12v and 120v to the gray box but nothing out. RV shop wants $3200 to replace it with a RM2354. Unless they come down in price I'll try to do something...
Forum: Refrigerators 11-29-2021, 05:18 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,514
Posted By breton
22' Sport Refrigerator Dometic RM8505

Mine crapped out and I am having trouble getting a replacement. I am considering a DC/AC Isotherm Cruise 130. Has anyone installed one in the space given on a 22' Sport. The cabinet is 20.75" wide...
Forum: General Repair Forum 10-21-2021, 02:58 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 7,171
Posted By breton
I have to replace mine too. No display. I think...

I have to replace mine too. No display. I think its that gray control board in the back. 12v in but no 12v out.
I have to wait for an appointment at an rv shop for late Nov.
What's the make and...
Forum: General Interior Topics 10-21-2021, 12:13 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 370
Posted By breton
replacing the miniblinds

Any ideas on replacing those miniblinds that hang straight down. They dangle about 6" from the bottom of the window. The brackets that hold them close to the wall aren't very practical. Plus my...
Forum: Refrigerators 10-19-2021, 10:39 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,762
Posted By breton
Rm 8505

Mine just crapped out too. Maybe the RM2354. I'll let you know. Shop can't take me until the end of Nov.
What did you end up with?
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 07-20-2021, 01:41 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 901
Posted By breton
Found one at Rousseau RV for $26. Had to try 4...

Found one at Rousseau RV for $26. Had to try 4 places to find one. I was surprised Camping World Berkeley didn’t have them.
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 07-14-2021, 03:24 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 901
Posted By breton
added photos

added photos - I needed the practice. Wonder why thread doesn't accept HEIC photos?
Forum: Forum Admin, News and Member Account Info 07-09-2021, 03:48 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 586
Posted By breton
iPhone pictures

How do I post a picture taken from my iPhone to a thread? iPhone photos are HEIC whatever that means. Thanks
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 07-05-2021, 10:02 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 901
Posted By breton
Exclamation Propane hose chaffing

The propane hose between the regulator and the mainline on my 2014 22' sport passes through an opening in the A frame to connect to the main line. Where it passes through the opening it is subject to...
Forum: 1997 -2001 Excella 10-25-2020, 12:02 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 9,086
Posted By breton
melted cord

Yes my cord welded itself to the outlet because of loose connections at the outlet (inside the airstream). I notified airstream and they reimbursed me the $179 for a new cord and outlet. The loose...
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 07-21-2020, 06:46 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 669
Posted By breton
Water heater doesn’t turn on

The water heater switch does not turn on the red light to ignite the water heater. Fuse is ok. Any suggestions? It’s a 2014 sport with an Atwood G6A-8E.
Forum: Forum Admin, News and Member Account Info 02-22-2020, 09:48 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 685
Posted By breton
Comcast cable doesn’t work...

...through the outside connector. It does work when bypassing the outside and going directly to the cable box supplied by the campground. And yes the antenna power button is off.
At other...
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 01-07-2020, 12:58 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 13,455
Posted By breton
Carrying Bikes

We carry them on the truck cap and use a Gorilla Platform to reach.
Forum: Forum Admin, News and Member Account Info 11-15-2019, 08:40 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,924
Posted By breton
Not getting Airstream Forums daily email link

I am not sure what happened but I haven't been getting my daily Airstream Forums link email for awhile. How do I fix this? Thanks
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 07-24-2019, 12:35 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 17,323
Posted By breton
Thanks everyone for your input

Changed both trailer and truck connection - same issue. Went back to the Ford dealer a 2nd time. They couldn't resolve it.
Someone on the forum suggested changing the setting on my truck brake...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 05-15-2019, 11:33 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 17,323
Posted By breton
dans, you didn't say if you fixed the problem?

dans, you didn't say if you fixed the problem?
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 05-14-2019, 01:35 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 17,323
Posted By breton
thanks

Thanks everyone. I'll replace the trailer connector 1st and if that doesn't work I'll look at the brake connections or have someone that knows what they are doing look at the brakes.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 05-13-2019, 02:36 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 17,323
Posted By breton
Intermittent Trailer Disconnected Message

Recently got back from a MA to FL trip. During my travels I began to get "Trailer Disconnected" message on my 2018 F150 instrument panel. So I taped the trailer cord tight and it seemed to fix for a...
Forum: Refrigerators 08-01-2018, 02:34 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 710
Posted By breton
2014 Sport Refrigerator won't shut off

Pressing the power button to shut the fridge off doesn't work. It shuts down as long as the button is held but once I release the button the fridge comes back on. I had to pull both the 3A fuse...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 03-27-2018, 01:38 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,676
Posted By breton
I have a 2014 sport and leave the battery switch...

I have a 2014 sport and leave the battery switch on 100% of the time . Still have the original battery. The
Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 04-15-2017, 12:57 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,621
Posted By breton
My 2014 sport came with 2012 tires. I didn't...

My 2014 sport came with 2012 tires. I didn't think to look at the age of the tires until I started reading forum.
Forum: On The Road... 04-15-2017, 12:43 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,425
Posted By breton
Thanks everyone. I ended up going to Shenandoah...

Thanks everyone. I ended up going to Shenandoah River State Park which was nice. Then stayed at the Mohegan Sun Pocono for 1 night - that's when I lost the Key West "vibe".
We'll do it again next...
Forum: On The Road... 04-07-2017, 09:57 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,425
Posted By breton
Traveling North from Myrtle Beach to Plymouth, MA

Any advice on routes to take and places to stay would be appreciated. I am asking because I heard route 95 is a nightmare. I am returning Monday from 1st long trip MA to Key West. Thanks.
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