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Forum: General Interior Topics 05-02-2016, 02:02 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,077
Posted By ZBoater
This looks great. My wife and i were waiting for...

This looks great. My wife and i were waiting for the right recliner model to come to the market before we bought. Too bad Airstream killed that option, but yours looks great!
Forum: On The Road... 05-02-2016, 01:13 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,126
Posted By ZBoater
Yes. i can tow 8300. Dry weight is 6400. I am...

Yes. i can tow 8300. Dry weight is 6400. I am not putting 1 ton of stuff. A ton, maybe, but not 2000 lbs. :) Between water and clothes and groceries and some kick knacks, I'd be lucky if I hit...
Forum: On The Road... 05-02-2016, 12:36 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,126
Posted By ZBoater
I told Google to avoid toll roads and this is...

I told Google to avoid toll roads and this is what I got.
Forum: On The Road... 05-02-2016, 12:27 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,126
Posted By ZBoater
Well, the main objective is to get the trailer...

Well, the main objective is to get the trailer home, but we decided to "take the week" and do it nice and slow. So we may do some sightseeing, shopping, and want to do our traveling during daylight...
Forum: On The Road... 05-02-2016, 12:01 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,126
Posted By ZBoater
Yes, I planned a short hop to give me time to...

Yes, I planned a short hop to give me time to unhook the TV and go do a supply run to the local market. The latter two hops are a bit longer, thinking I was going to be feeling a bit more...
Forum: On The Road... 05-02-2016, 11:36 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,781
Posted By ZBoater
Congrats! I am going through this situation as...

Congrats! I am going through this situation as well. I used the Good Sam website and Google Maps to plan my trip. I made all the reservations online (which meant bypassing some campgrounds that...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 05-02-2016, 11:18 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 15,879
Posted By ZBoater
Well, I called my dealer and they said they show...

Well, I called my dealer and they said they show no part for a 2013 Escalade, so they can't do it. Sigh.

Colonial Airstream offered to do it for $300. I seemed fairly easy to do but I'd rather...
Forum: On The Road... 05-02-2016, 11:15 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,126
Posted By ZBoater
Traveling from NJ to FL - Feedback please

Ok, so I am picking up my new (to me) 2014 30' Flying Cloud on Monday, May 23rd. A big thanks to Patrick Boticelli from Colonial Airstream for hooking me up. I am driving up the weekend before and...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 05-02-2016, 10:28 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,156
Posted By ZBoater
Ok, so the wife wasn't entirely comfortable with...

Ok, so the wife wasn't entirely comfortable with buying from a private party (sigh). So we pulled the trigger on a used trailer from Colonial Airstream. Paid a little more, but we get more in terms...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 05-02-2016, 10:26 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 768
Posted By ZBoater
No longer needed. Thanks!

No longer needed. Thanks!
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 05-02-2016, 10:25 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 15,879
Posted By ZBoater
cw?

cw?
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 05-01-2016, 04:40 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 15,879
Posted By ZBoater
I'm hoping you can wire one (trailer brake)...

I'm hoping you can wire one (trailer brake) because that's what I got to tow with. I understand they are pre-wired. Will be finding out soon!
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 04-30-2016, 03:57 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,156
Posted By ZBoater
It is located in an Airstream village called...

It is located in an Airstream village called Texas Airstream Harbor on Lake Sam Rayburn, about 5 miles from a little town called Zavalla. It looks to be about 100 miles northeast of Houston.
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 04-30-2016, 06:46 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 10,489
Posted By ZBoater
River Ranch has spaces that are open and also...

River Ranch has spaces that are open and also shaded.
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 04-29-2016, 06:37 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,156
Posted By ZBoater
Thanks for the replies! My boat was a 38 footer,...

Thanks for the replies! My boat was a 38 footer, and I never towed it. 20,000 lbs dry weight. I don't drive a rig like that! :D

I've never towed anything ever before, this will be my first. Oy...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 04-29-2016, 03:39 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,156
Posted By ZBoater
Newbie about to take the plunge

So I have been boating for over 15 years and sold the boat last month. Now I am about to take the plunge into RVing!

My wife and I really like Airstreams. The late model 30' International to be...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 04-29-2016, 03:20 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 768
Posted By ZBoater
Inspector needed in East Texas

Hi,

There is a 2012 30' International Signature in the classifieds that my wife and I are interested in. It is located in an Airstream village called Texas Airstream Harbor on Lake Sam Rayburn,...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 04-29-2016, 07:50 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 10,489
Posted By ZBoater
Ok, so we've narrowed it down to one spot. River...

Ok, so we've narrowed it down to one spot. River Ranch. It's about 2 hours from home. It's about the max I'd like to drive on weekends. They are a popular RV resort and have several lots for...
Forum: Trailer Values 04-29-2016, 07:03 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 11,202
Posted By ZBoater
I think there is another side to the "financial...

I think there is another side to the "financial justification" argument outside of "can I afford it". Let's take that out of the equation. So, is it worth paying $100K for a new Airstream when I...
Forum: Airstream Classifieds 04-28-2016, 09:41 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,619
Posted By ZBoater
I am needing an inspector for a trailer in far...

I am needing an inspector for a trailer in far East Texas zip 77901. I am not entirely sure how to go about searching for one. Can someone help?
Forum: Trailer Values 04-28-2016, 08:13 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 953
Posted By ZBoater
What to pay for a 2012 International 30'?

What is a fair price for a 2012 International 30'?

Of course it depends on condition.

Anyone have the link to that fantastic PDF checklist of items you would check when buying a used Airstream?...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 04-26-2016, 11:09 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 10,489
Posted By ZBoater
It's sad that vandalism plays such a big part in...

It's sad that vandalism plays such a big part in a decision like this.

I've been looking at some RV parks, and for the same money I get a lot less land but it's ready to go (concrete slab,...
Forum: Airstream Classifieds 04-26-2016, 09:09 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 442
Posted By ZBoater
Thank you for returning my call. This is the...

Thank you for returning my call. This is the model my wife and I like with the lounge chairs instead of the sofa. I need to find a place to store it first though before I do anything, so it might...
Forum: Trailer Values 04-25-2016, 01:12 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 11,202
Posted By ZBoater
An Airstream costs three times what other TT cost...

An Airstream costs three times what other TT cost which are bigger. In choosing to buy an Airstream, we felt that we didn't want/could not afford to be trading. We wanted to buy one and keep it for...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 04-25-2016, 01:08 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 10,489
Posted By ZBoater
Thank you for your comment. Yes, there are some...

Thank you for your comment. Yes, there are some negatives, as well as positives, as with any choice in life. One just has to weigh them and make the best choice one can make.

So having water and...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 04-25-2016, 01:03 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 10,489
Posted By ZBoater
In considering this option I of course researched...

In considering this option I of course researched renting and purchasing in an RV Park. RV Parks that sell rather than rent are not as common. Here is what I found in Florida (and one in Alabama...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 04-25-2016, 11:07 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 10,489
Posted By ZBoater
Thanks for the suggestion, ...

Thanks for the suggestion,

https://www.paradisepark.us/

I have a few years before I qualify, but I may look into this as a potential option. Looks nice.

Thanks!
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 04-25-2016, 08:51 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 10,489
Posted By ZBoater
I am not sure we are ready to commit to live on...

I am not sure we are ready to commit to live on the Airstream fulltime. We just moved to a condo downtown and really enjoy that. While we had the boat, we enjoyed having a "weekend getaway". That...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 04-24-2016, 06:54 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 10,489
Posted By ZBoater
Our plan is to take the trailer to a campground...

Our plan is to take the trailer to a campground 12-16 weekends a year. Usually taking Friday off to make a long weekend. The rest of the time would be using it where I store it, so I'd like to...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 04-24-2016, 06:16 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 10,489
Posted By ZBoater
Yes, we've done the math, and the RV is for us. ...

Yes, we've done the math, and the RV is for us. That much is not in doubt. What we are trying to figure out is the storage situation.

Yes, security was my top concern. I mean, while we are...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 04-24-2016, 03:59 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 10,489
Posted By ZBoater
Well, the plan is to travel, but not every...

Well, the plan is to travel, but not every weekend. We need a place to store it while we work, and a place we can use it some weekends when we don't go out.
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 04-24-2016, 03:26 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 10,489
Posted By ZBoater
Owning a lot of land to store the Airstream?

Not sure where to post this, so I'll ask it here. Mods, please move if this belongs somewhere else.

So my wife and I are thinking of buying an Airstream. We are about 15 years from retirement,...
Forum: 2016 - Current Classic (all lengths) 02-17-2016, 08:49 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,469
Posted By ZBoater
My favorite is the Rockwood Windjammer ...

My favorite is the Rockwood Windjammer

https://www.forestriverinc.com/product-details.aspx?LineID=205
Forum: 2016 - Current Classic (all lengths) 02-17-2016, 06:54 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,469
Posted By ZBoater
Researching RV trailers

I'm in a similar boat, but I'm 48. I'm in the market in the next few years and have been looking at all manner of RV, trailer, etc.

The first decision was trailer vs coach. My wife and I...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 02-11-2016, 09:30 AM
Replies: 217
Views: 29,901
Posted By ZBoater
My wife and I are considering a travel trailer,...

My wife and I are considering a travel trailer, and have settled on Airstream for their quality. This thread in interesting.

It seems every brand has lemons. But in our observation, Airstreams...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 11-16-2015, 07:34 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,162
Posted By ZBoater
Well, traded the Raptor so now I have an...

Well, traded the Raptor so now I have an Escalade. 300# more towing and payload, so I'm in the same boat.

Now to sell the boat, and buy an Airstream....
Forum: Our Community 07-11-2015, 04:27 PM
Replies: 130
Views: 19,352
Posted By ZBoater
Why did YOU choose Airstream over the others?

The only reason I've found why I should pay twice as much for an AS vs the competition is longevity. If you plan on buying an new trailer ever few years, any trailer will do. But if you plan to...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 06-27-2015, 05:55 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 9,811
Posted By ZBoater
There's a front hitch for some trucks that can...

There's a front hitch for some trucks that can hold a bike rack.
Forum: Off Topic Forum 06-26-2015, 12:12 PM
Replies: 778
Views: 136,162
Posted By ZBoater
Santee 126 SPORT - Hurricane Kayaks - Lightweight...

Santee 126 SPORT - Hurricane Kayaks - Lightweight Kayaks for Fishing and RecreationHurricane Kayaks – Lightweight Kayaks for Fishing and Recreation...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 06-22-2015, 03:46 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,474
Posted By ZBoater
My iPhone, my credit card, and a $20 bill.

My iPhone, my credit card, and a $20 bill.
Forum: Audio, Video & TV 05-28-2015, 02:13 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 10,175
Posted By ZBoater
I think DVR files are encrypted to prevent that. ...

I think DVR files are encrypted to prevent that. I usually purchase DVDs cheap used at Movie Stop and convert them to unencrypted digital files I can take with me.
Forum: 2011 - 2015 International 05-27-2015, 05:06 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 6,470
Posted By ZBoater
Thanks for all the replies. Yes, I am waiting to...

Thanks for all the replies. Yes, I am waiting to sell my boat before I purchase the Airstream.

I am going to give it a shot since I am keeping the Raptor. But I am probably going to try the...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 05-26-2015, 12:18 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 12,552
Posted By ZBoater
As a potential AS buyer, I agree that the cost...

As a potential AS buyer, I agree that the cost difference between AS and other brands is significant.

I also noticed that the build quality is also significant. Is it twice as better made? ...
Forum: Stella's Kitchen 03-25-2015, 06:50 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 8,044
Posted By ZBoater
Patriot Pantry Emergency Food Storage | Lowest...

Patriot Pantry Emergency Food Storage | Lowest Price & Free Shipping! (https://www.mypatriotsupply.com/Emergency_Survival_Food_s/104.htm)

I've seriously considered buying a week or two of this...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 03-03-2015, 06:01 PM
Replies: 113
Views: 14,161
Posted By ZBoater
Oh, I was sold. That's what I meant by this...

Oh, I was sold. That's what I meant by this thread bring helpful. It still doesn't make a $90K pill any easier to swallow.

I'll just chug it down with lots of beer... :lol:
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 02-26-2015, 07:25 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 13,864
Posted By ZBoater
Now I LOLed at this... :lol:

Now I LOLed at this... :lol:
Forum: Tow Vehicles 02-10-2015, 08:03 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 6,399
Posted By ZBoater
Tundras and off road packages

Usually what makes a great off road truck makes for a lousy tow vehicle. Especially a soft suspension. Nothing a leaf spring kit or a bump stop upgrade can't correct. But then off-roading after...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 02-09-2015, 04:57 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,352
Posted By ZBoater
It can work. You just can't use the sides. ...

It can work. You just can't use the sides. :lol:

Here's a pic of the bed on my boat. I'm used to going in and out through the foot of the bed...

This one I may have to do aftermarket. ...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 02-09-2015, 01:53 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,352
Posted By ZBoater
I remember reading somewhere that there was some...

I remember reading somewhere that there was some sort of "change fee" one could pay and request changes to the trailer before its built. Like an extra skylight or delete a skylight. I asked two...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 02-09-2015, 10:51 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,352
Posted By ZBoater
How about a list of available options to order? ...

How about a list of available options to order? I've found some "inconsistencies" in what some dealers know about ordering Airstreams.
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