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Forum: Tow Vehicles 01-28-2019, 10:35 AM
Replies: 184
Views: 58,254
Posted By KWN306
Yup it sure does and it gets terrible fuel...

Yup it sure does and it gets terrible fuel mileage (7 to 9 mpg) pulling my 2017 30" FC. I get better fuel mileage pulling with my 3/4 ton Chevy with a 6.0 liter. The Ford pulls it fine, it is the...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 01-28-2019, 10:22 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,794
Posted By KWN306
You must of had the a$$ end of your coach in the...

You must of had the a$$ end of your coach in the water to get water in the generator or there is no protection from rain or snow to keep the generator dry.

We looked at a small Class C and when I...
Forum: Buyer Guidelines 01-17-2019, 11:00 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 11,022
Posted By KWN306
As someone that is trading in a 2017 FC on a...

As someone that is trading in a 2017 FC on a brand "x" to a non AS dealer there are things to be mindful of.

Not all non AS dealers will perform work on your AS.

Mine is not a lemon, I have...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 12-28-2018, 06:41 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 11,349
Posted By KWN306
My 2016 Eco Boost is a piece of junk (gone...

My 2016 Eco Boost is a piece of junk (gone through two turbos and today the driver side turbo started making noises again), the antique 6.0L is bullet proof. It will deliver better towing mpg over...
Forum: Exterior Restoration Forum 12-22-2018, 12:40 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,321
Posted By KWN306
I did, went to voice mail still awaiting a return...

I did, went to voice mail still awaiting a return call or email. I finally have solved my issue, I am getting rid of the AS because of poor customer service and poor dealer service. I went to get a...
Forum: Exterior Restoration Forum 12-21-2018, 09:58 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,321
Posted By KWN306
The OP deserves a response from AS even if it is...

The OP deserves a response from AS even if it is h*ll no. I'm still waiting on a response to a question I sent customer service almost two years ago.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 12-12-2018, 11:37 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 10,129
Posted By KWN306
This is the most ignorant statement that I have...

This is the most ignorant statement that I have ever read. Heat and cooling cycles and carbon break down oil. If the vehicles only purpose it just to pull a trailer then it sits and you have...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 11-21-2018, 07:37 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 14,946
Posted By KWN306
I totally agree with that statement. I wish Ford...

I totally agree with that statement. I wish Ford would go back and make that engine again.
Forum: On The Road... 11-01-2018, 12:45 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,421
Posted By KWN306
Just crossed it this past Sunday with a 30' FC...

Just crossed it this past Sunday with a 30' FC and I had no issues. When the wind get bad they shut down the CBBT. I have sat for 36 hrs at the rest area on the north side of the CBBT waiting for a...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 10-31-2018, 01:06 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 9,795
Posted By KWN306
Having owned a 36' 5ver and and two AS (23' FB &...

Having owned a 36' 5ver and and two AS (23' FB & a 30' FC) I will give you my thoughts.

A 5ver tows easier and is much more stable on the road and easier to turn and has tons of storage. The down...
Forum: On The Road... 10-29-2018, 10:38 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 9,334
Posted By KWN306
KOA in Fredericksburg, VA is right off RT 95. ...

KOA in Fredericksburg, VA is right off RT 95. That could be too far north for you depending on how you are getting from WV to RT 95.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 10-05-2018, 11:29 AM
Replies: 110
Views: 14,565
Posted By KWN306
Normally the price difference between the two...

Normally the price difference between the two trucks is $3,500 if they are equipped the same. If you call a tow truck to get you and your AS unstuck I doubt if it would cost $3,500, unless you...
Forum: Base Camp 09-30-2018, 05:05 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 19,215
Posted By KWN306
So we have come full circle..........the original...

So we have come full circle..........the original poster commented on the problems he was having with the refrigeration drain and its flaws in his Basecamp, along with others and it morphs into a...
Forum: Base Camp 09-28-2018, 02:00 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 19,215
Posted By KWN306
I've owned 5 travel trailers, two of which have...

I've owned 5 travel trailers, two of which have been Airstreams. Each manufacture uses basically the same appliances (refg., stove, heater, water heater, water pumps, A/C, etc.) Out of all of my...
Forum: Base Camp 09-26-2018, 11:05 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 19,215
Posted By KWN306
The problem is Thor as a company. Just look at...

The problem is Thor as a company. Just look at their other products. WB is rolling over in his grave.

What RV manufactures don't get is that "no one needs an RV" they aren't accentual to life,...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 09-25-2018, 10:07 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 11,077
Posted By KWN306
That is not legal in all 50 states. I have a...

That is not legal in all 50 states. I have a friend with a huge 5th wheel and tows a 20' boat behind that and he does it with a F 450 (maybe F 550.) It is registered in MD.

I am in the same...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 09-21-2018, 12:22 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,688
Posted By KWN306
Scott, The wife and I have thought of a...

Scott,

The wife and I have thought of a Class B but she thinks it will not be big enough for us. We are not small folks.

We started with a AS 23 FB and then jumped to a AS 30' FC with twin...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 07-17-2018, 09:57 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 12,803
Posted By KWN306
The electrician / engineer in me wants to know...

The electrician / engineer in me wants to know what other damage or problem down line caused this problem. You have a 4 yr. old trailer, something has loosened up to cause this issue or the recept...
Forum: Tires 06-06-2018, 09:43 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,418
Posted By KWN306
RV tires can look great on the outside but "dry...

RV tires can look great on the outside but "dry rot or degrade" from the inside as well. This is caused by heat and the sun. I always replace between years 5 and 6. Having one come apart at 60...
Forum: Our Community 05-22-2018, 02:14 PM
Replies: 163
Views: 25,716
Posted By KWN306
For the quality of construction...... but we have...

For the quality of construction...... but we have been disappointed.

We had a 2014 23 FB, owned it for three years and every appliance was replaced at least once, the A/C twice.

Our 2017...
Forum: Our Community 05-19-2018, 02:52 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,512
Posted By KWN306
I purchased a used 2011 2500 HD WT regular cab,...

I purchased a used 2011 2500 HD WT regular cab, 6.0, 3.73 rear with 17K on the speedo.

I did this after purchasing a new 2016 F150 Super Cab with a 6.5' bed, 3.5 Eco Boost, 3.55 rear that was...
Forum: Insurance & Claims 05-03-2018, 09:33 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 16,991
Posted By KWN306
We have Good Sam and like others have said they...

We have Good Sam and like others have said they are only as good as the drivers / repairman that shows up. I find the service useful as thay can norrow down a tow / repair facility very quickly...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 05-01-2018, 10:00 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 9,076
Posted By KWN306
I have a good friend that has the NV 3500 and...

I have a good friend that has the NV 3500 and pulls a 32' brand "X" with two slides. He purchased the van because they have six boys, all the boys are either Cub Scouts or Boy Scouts they are out...
Forum: On The Road... 04-29-2018, 03:28 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,371
Posted By KWN306
We have been using Garmin Zumo 660 for years and...

We have been using Garmin Zumo 660 for years and never had a problem. Depending on your operating system; Windows or Mac the Base Camp software is different. We use the Zumo's with our motorcycles,...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 04-26-2018, 07:20 PM
Replies: 133
Views: 18,820
Posted By KWN306
I own a 16 F150 SC 4 x 4, 6.5' bed, 3.55 rear,...

I own a 16 F150 SC 4 x 4, 6.5' bed, 3.55 rear, with the 3.5 Eco Boost and a 6 spd.

Been recalled twice for the door opening when driving down the road (yes it happened to me and my wife) and a...
Forum: The Pet Forum 04-07-2018, 12:13 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 20,965
Posted By KWN306
Our Chesapeake Bay Ret. picked out our 2017 30'...

Our Chesapeake Bay Ret. picked out our 2017 30' FC. She crawled up under the dining table and laid down and went to sleep and won't move. As long as she has her two play toys, food and a water dish...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-30-2018, 11:35 AM
Replies: 102
Views: 12,728
Posted By KWN306
Yup, what he said. You need to add the $9K for...

Yup, what he said. You need to add the $9K for the price of the diesel over the price of a gas truck.
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 03-19-2018, 10:06 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 7,229
Posted By KWN306
I feel your pain. I started RVing about 15 yrs...

I feel your pain. I started RVing about 15 yrs ago, before then I spent most of my time in a tent. The wife finally put her foot down after sleeping on too many rocks and sticks.

My wife Rved as...
Forum: Other Clubs 03-14-2018, 08:25 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 13,674
Posted By KWN306
I find the search function useless on this forum....

I find the search function useless on this forum. Maybe it is the way I phrase my search. If I do get lucky then it is all about weeding through the BS to get to the answer which I may or may not...
Forum: Dollars & Cents 03-11-2018, 03:41 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,800
Posted By KWN306
We had an International and now have a FC. The...

We had an International and now have a FC. The upper cabinets were deeper on the International. I too like the richness of the International but the way the FC cabinets open made the decision...
Forum: On The Road... 03-05-2018, 10:13 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 7,520
Posted By KWN306
We only go camping a few times a year right now,...

We only go camping a few times a year right now, about 10 to 25 days (wife hasn't retired yet.) We mostly stay at KOA's because we take the grand kids with us and they really enjoy all the stuff...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 03-02-2018, 07:26 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 11,437
Posted By KWN306
I bet the rubber bushing is missing or not in...

I bet the rubber bushing is missing or not in place for the emergency brake cable, do not ask me how I know :blush: Ford build quality at its best, they bought and installed all new carpet after...
Forum: Our Community 02-28-2018, 06:52 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,327
Posted By KWN306
I took delivery of my unit while it was owned by...

I took delivery of my unit while it was owned by Safford Group, warranty repairs were done under the Camping World banner. I have nothing wrong to say about Safford, this was my 2nd AS purchase from...
Forum: Our Community 02-28-2018, 11:13 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,327
Posted By KWN306
When the dealership was owned by Safford Group...

When the dealership was owned by Safford Group all the trailers were unlocked. Since CW has taken over the dealership everything is locked up. Their service department now has less than a stellar...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 02-27-2018, 10:35 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 11,437
Posted By KWN306
I have seen many 34' 3 axle AS on the road and...

I have seen many 34' 3 axle AS on the road and they are all being pulled by 1 ton vehicles. Ford claims my F-150 will pull my 30' FC, it does, gets terrible fuel mileage but doesn't stop the rig to...
Forum: 2018 - Current Globetrotter 02-13-2018, 07:26 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,069
Posted By KWN306
My aluminum motorcycle saddle bags have that cam...

My aluminum motorcycle saddle bags have that cam lock cover over the lock assemblies. You will still need to keep the lock assemblies well lubricated.
Forum: 2018 - Current Globetrotter 02-12-2018, 11:32 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,069
Posted By KWN306
I just worry about water getting into the lock...

I just worry about water getting into the lock and rusting / gumming up the lock assembly. Now if the lock assembly had a weatherproof cover that would be a different story.
Forum: General Repair Forum 02-10-2018, 06:40 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,639
Posted By KWN306
If I am understanding you correctly you are...

If I am understanding you correctly you are saying when plugged into shore power it is not charging the batteries.

My 2015 23 FB the "use" button needs to be put in the "use mode" for the...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 02-06-2018, 09:20 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,741
Posted By KWN306
Very interested in these answers as I have a 2017...

Very interested in these answers as I have a 2017 with the solar package which is supposed to keep my batteries charged.

I had a 2015 23 FB before purchasing the 30' FC and the switch had to be in...
Forum: General Repair Forum 02-05-2018, 09:43 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,639
Posted By KWN306
The fact is since Airstream of VA has been taken...

The fact is since Airstream of VA has been taken over by Camping World they have lost a lot of very good qualified technicians, the General Manager and a seasoned sales staff.
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 02-02-2018, 11:58 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 15,165
Posted By KWN306
The wife and I are thinking about doing the same...

The wife and I are thinking about doing the same thing. We just started our search, not sure if we will go Class B or a small Class C.

We are looking hard at the Winnebago Fuse 23', comes with...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 01-22-2018, 07:36 AM
Replies: 577
Views: 89,719
Posted By KWN306
But it is real gas there is no corn oil in it.

But it is real gas there is no corn oil in it.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 01-21-2018, 08:17 AM
Replies: 577
Views: 89,719
Posted By KWN306
A few questions: What rear do you have? ...

A few questions:

What rear do you have?

With the additional initial cost of the engine and transmission, the additional cost of the fuel (on the east coast it is 0.40 gallon more) and with the...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 01-19-2018, 12:27 PM
Replies: 577
Views: 89,719
Posted By KWN306
Had a 2000 Dodge diesel and the body rusted off...

Had a 2000 Dodge diesel and the body rusted off the frame, it pulled like a beast and didn't know the AS was behind it.

I purchased a 2016 F-150 super cab with the 3.5 Eco Boost because Mother...
Forum: On The Road... 01-18-2018, 10:42 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,158
Posted By KWN306
Don't stop at the Camping World AS dealer in...

Don't stop at the Camping World AS dealer in Thornburg, VA. They are terrible.

Before Camping World bought the dealership they were fantastic.
Forum: Buyer Guidelines 01-12-2018, 10:47 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,843
Posted By KWN306
That is an AS trade mark. When we purchased our...

That is an AS trade mark. When we purchased our 2015 23 FB International the batteries were 5 yrs old. When we purchased our 2017 30 FC they were 2 yrs old. I made the dealer swap them for newer...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 01-09-2018, 07:13 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,698
Posted By KWN306
Yes, we had the same issue. The Pro Pride hitch...

Yes, we had the same issue. The Pro Pride hitch took care of 95% of that but it still didn't stop to my liking.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 01-08-2018, 10:43 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,698
Posted By KWN306
I have a 2016 F-150 with an 3.5 ECO Boost, it is...

I have a 2016 F-150 with an 3.5 ECO Boost, it is rated to pull 11,400. Pulling isn't the problem it is stopping. We went from a 23 FB to a 30 FC and the F- 150 would pull the 30 FC @ 8 mpg, pulling...
Forum: On The Road... 12-29-2017, 10:20 AM
Replies: 122
Views: 16,944
Posted By KWN306
High speed = low IQ. I travel I-95 in VA to...

High speed = low IQ.

I travel I-95 in VA to and from for work and I see it everyday, be it motorcycles, cars, RV's or big rigs.

When the wife and I travel we do about 62 mph and attempt to...
Forum: Airstream Classifieds 12-19-2017, 09:18 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,309
Posted By KWN306
That makes two of us ;-) We purchased a new 2017...

That makes two of us ;-) We purchased a new 2017 30' FC and the mattresses are junk and AS will not replace them.
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