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Forum: Refrigerators 10-16-2020, 08:18 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,496
Posted By Wolf Alaska
When it wears out

I realized that I didn't address your question about when it wears out. If the fridge's electric heating elements burn out, they can be replaced.

How difficult the replacement will be is totally...
Forum: Refrigerators 10-16-2020, 08:14 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,496
Posted By Wolf Alaska
The Eternal Fridge

My experience is that a Dometic 8 cu ft on 120VAC burns about $1+ of electricity per day.

The 2 way propane fridges, if properly leveled, can run on electricity until the heating elements burn...
Forum: Boondocking 04-15-2019, 11:29 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,876
Posted By Wolf Alaska
The right way & the wrong way

The typical robust USB provides 2.1 amps @ 5VDC
That is 10 watts. It is not much.

There is no way to step up direct current from 5V to 12V. Cars use ignition coils OK, but only for momentary...
Forum: Refrigerators 04-10-2019, 09:43 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,941
Posted By Wolf Alaska
How I came to estimate of $6,000 for D 1062

Can someone tell me why that fridge would cost $6000?
All I see are less than $2000[/QUOTE]

It's a moot point since the Dometic 1062 is not in production & not available to buy.

I based the...
Forum: Refrigerators 04-10-2019, 09:30 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,941
Posted By Wolf Alaska
Attempt to clear up misunderstandings, life & safety at risk

Some comments already posted:
“This is the 1st time I've ever heard of a fridge fire.

Maybe issue's with newer / non-ammonia / compressor type fridges?”

Wolf”s Answer: The RV fire issue...
Forum: Refrigerators 04-07-2019, 01:12 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,941
Posted By Wolf Alaska
A propane refer can burn down your RV

The ARP device is patented & senses disruption in the flow of water ammonia coolant in the refer. When the flow stops due to "out of level" condition, the thermostat will add heat (burner or...
Forum: Airstream Classifieds 10-09-2018, 08:32 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 901
Posted By Wolf Alaska
Featherlite All Aluminum Riveted Toyhauler

Title: Add New - Airstream Trailer Classifieds - Airstream Trailers For Sale
I just posted a new ad on Airstream Classifieds.

For those who wish Airstream made a Toyhauler trailer !
...
Forum: General Repair Forum 10-07-2018, 09:06 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 10,568
Posted By Wolf Alaska
Use a Type B E-250 based Van Motot Home as your TV

A robust van based motorhome plus your improvements can solve most of the issues driving you out of your AS.

I've towed my trailers for years with our Type B.

Leave trailer shut up while in...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 07-19-2018, 05:11 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,982
Posted By Wolf Alaska
Some Other trailerz R nice, too

I had zero issues with my Featherlite 7924 all aluminum riveted toy hauler trailer after delivery. A few small items developed over 3 years & the factory fixed them instantly at no charge when I...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 07-16-2018, 06:13 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,982
Posted By Wolf Alaska
I would have rather you said: battery charger on...

I would have rather you said: battery charger on engine batt. for 13 hours. If engine batt. is flat, it may take many hrs. to recharge depending on strength of your charger. I don't know w hat...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 07-15-2018, 08:09 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,982
Posted By Wolf Alaska
I don't have a weekend # for AS customer support,...

I don't have a weekend # for AS customer support, sorry. I'm answering your 1st Q. Didn't see anyone else do so.
Re: your no start issues. You would be surprised how many RV problems can be...
Forum: Winterizing, Storage, Carports & Covers 05-16-2018, 04:53 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 9,918
Posted By Wolf Alaska
"Is there any danger in staying in / using the...

"Is there any danger in staying in / using the trailer while parked inside a garage? "
You assumed that the propane refer can be safely uzed indoors via the electric heating elements.

The 2...
Forum: On The Road... 05-14-2018, 07:01 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,384
Posted By Wolf Alaska
Double che k any CG you consider

I have noticed some CGs state in their rules that the tow vehicle must remain with the RV. Can't have RV on site & owner leave CG.

Now, I have done this lots over years. Left trailer in a CG &...
Forum: 2009-2015 Flying Cloud 05-02-2018, 02:33 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,980
Posted By Wolf Alaska
Check manual or with manufacturer

My advice is: learn all you can about the converter, technically. A 4 stage converter typically has an equilize setting as the 4th stage. This is manually selected by the owner to overcharge the...
Forum: 2009-2015 Flying Cloud 05-02-2018, 08:48 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,980
Posted By Wolf Alaska
The reply about was batteries in store all winter...

The reply about was batteries in store all winter is important. You need to check that.

My comment is based on not enough info.

If your converter is @ 13.2 VDC to the batts that is a float...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 04-26-2018, 10:01 PM
Replies: 133
Views: 18,854
Posted By Wolf Alaska
Still happily towing with my V-10

My 2003 Ford Excursion Limited V-10 4x4 is still doing a good job towing my 34' all aluminium, riveted Featherlite toyhauler. At close to10,000 lbs. with 4 wheel OHV & 2 dual sport Kawas on board...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 03-08-2018, 05:44 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,125
Posted By Wolf Alaska
I concur 100%

Yes, I know this approach can be inconvenient, but not as much as a broken water line behind a wall. Without the water system, a trailer is like a metal tent, but it can easily be lived in.
Let's...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 01-21-2018, 10:07 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,662
Posted By Wolf Alaska
Type B can be excellent tow vehicle

I like to use my B (van based motor coach) to tow my 34' Featherlite all riveted aluminium SURV toyhauler. While in route, have all RV amenities w/o using trailer for overnight stops. When...
Forum: Our Community 08-01-2017, 10:45 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,364
Posted By Wolf Alaska
SCDonovan, welcome to the forums...it is a good...

SCDonovan, welcome to the forums...it is a good place to learn some good info about RV lifestyle & Airstream brand.

I think A/S owners are more likely to widely travel than some other RV brand...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 07-16-2017, 10:57 AM
Replies: 114
Views: 26,714
Posted By Wolf Alaska
LB3, you wrote: "That's a big load but with...

LB3, you wrote: "That's a big load but with ~15-20A from solar and another 50-60A from the alternator, we could hopefully run the roof a/c during the hottest part of the day."

I expect that you...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 06-26-2017, 11:18 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 26,714
Posted By Wolf Alaska
The Norcold all electric refer, compressor...

The Norcold all electric refer, compressor design, in my Type B is 20 years old & still works fine. A propane refer can be ruined in 20 minutes.
Let's Roll !
Wolf
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 06-22-2017, 09:38 PM
Replies: 188
Views: 29,307
Posted By Wolf Alaska
Lane change technique

The technique I mentioned in a recent post was in reply to the OP, Interblog, who sometimes had problems when trying to move into the right lane. "....I have noticed that, by far, the number one...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 06-20-2017, 09:39 PM
Replies: 188
Views: 29,307
Posted By Wolf Alaska
My experience is that drivers in the right lane...

My experience is that drivers in the right lane don't want a high profile vehicle to change lanes & be in front of them. They can't see down the road if you do that.

My Excursion, Type B, or...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 06-05-2017, 07:59 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,543
Posted By Wolf Alaska
Yes, there still may be hope

I'm glad the RV deal worked out and the OP was able to buy the RV of his dreams. Often, RV happiness comes down to the equipment that enables one to get out and enjoy fellowship with other RVers on...
Forum: On The Road... 05-08-2017, 12:15 PM
Replies: 476
Views: 67,107
Posted By Wolf Alaska
Alan, you may find that you need to check your...

Alan, you may find that you need to check your mail more often than every 4 months. You could consider joining Escapees RV club. It runs a good mail forwarding service @ reasonable rates. Club has...
Forum: On The Road... 04-27-2017, 08:52 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,563
Posted By Wolf Alaska
Al, a post was on this forum a couple of years...

Al, a post was on this forum a couple of years ago by a member who towed his highly polished Airstream through Dallas. On a multilane road, a guy changed lanes & hit his trailer. He said the guy...
Forum: Full-Timing 04-12-2017, 09:51 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 36,164
Posted By Wolf Alaska
Someone changed my text when quoting me. I used...

Someone changed my text when quoting me. I used no question mark after design capacity, it was a period.

Thanks, Wolf
Space Shuttle Design Engineer (Ret)
Forum: Full-Timing 04-12-2017, 09:14 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 36,164
Posted By Wolf Alaska
Design criteria

Airstreams are designed for recreational camping trips of a few weeks duration in temperate conditions, not including high temps or frigid conditions. If that use fits what you have in mind, & you...
Forum: On The Road... 04-12-2017, 05:00 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,343
Posted By Wolf Alaska
Hachi, you will find most folks in US are good &...

Hachi, you will find most folks in US are good & will help you more than you expect. Most LEO's want to help us, but a lot drug criminals, slackers & users make them wary of strangers.
Unless LEO's...
Forum: On The Road... 03-20-2017, 08:39 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,587
Posted By Wolf Alaska
If you decide to run I85 from ATL to I65 in...

If you decide to run I85 from ATL to I65 in Montgomery, you can go to I 10 in Mobile. Jump off N of Mobile & run S to Summerdale AL where SKP RV Club has the great Rainbow Plantation CG. I 10 is...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 02-20-2017, 11:22 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 17,110
Posted By Wolf Alaska
Coach House Type B as tow vehicle

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I use a Coach House Type B motor coach to tow my Featherlite 28' SURV...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 02-20-2017, 10:56 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 11,626
Posted By Wolf Alaska
What I do to deter theft of surge protector

To a heavy duty, plastic encased security cable (6 foot long) I used stainless steel cable ties to attach the electrical cables of the surge protector. Then I wrap the security cable around the...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 02-14-2017, 12:59 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 8,285
Posted By Wolf Alaska
Towing requires power & power requires fuel

Towing comes down to power to move the weight. Aerodynamics play a part on the MPG results, but a small part.

My Coach House w/ Ford FI 351 roller cam V8 makes 8 mpg towing 8800 lb pointy nose...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 02-10-2017, 01:17 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,173
Posted By Wolf Alaska
I had difficulty with the water heater staying...

I had difficulty with the water heater staying lit while camping @ 7,300 feet. After running for a while, the pilot light & main burner failed. Leaving the door open solved the problem. The air...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 01-23-2017, 01:17 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,239
Posted By Wolf Alaska
It's a tough problem, money wise

I had a good posting, but it disappeared when I went to preview the posting.

Good luck Lou
Forum: Dehumidifiers & Ozone Generators 01-11-2017, 10:16 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,416
Posted By Wolf Alaska
Wind has its effect.

Yah, it was windy all day, probably always is out there. And there were gusts.

Most likely, wind direction may have an important effect. I think the gust hit the vent cap such that it acted to...
Forum: On The Road... 01-11-2017, 08:24 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 8,612
Posted By Wolf Alaska
Not to be disagreeable with you, CWF, must...

Not to be disagreeable with you, CWF, must comment on your post.

I'm sure the concentrate will work as a good windshield washer/cleaner fluid. I have not seen this product as also being an...
Forum: On The Road... 01-10-2017, 05:40 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 8,612
Posted By Wolf Alaska
What works & permits use of potty

I have found that Blue Anti-Freeze...windshield washer A/F rated to -20 or -50 can be effective in the gray or black tanks.

Drain the gray & black tanks before sundown. Add 1 gallon blue A/F to...
Forum: Dehumidifiers & Ozone Generators 01-10-2017, 04:52 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,416
Posted By Wolf Alaska
Something you should know

Regarding Fantastic fan vents:

I was @ Little Bighorn battle site & had left vent partially open for ventilation. A stiff wind flipped the vent wide open & broke the lifting mechanism.

Later...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 12-29-2016, 10:49 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 9,321
Posted By Wolf Alaska
These things are designed so the inlet will last...

These things are designed so the inlet will last better than the spring loaded female end of the cord. Be sure & protect the inlet connectors like Atomic#13 wrote. May as well do the same for the...
Forum: 2009-2015 Flying Cloud 12-23-2016, 01:16 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,309
Posted By Wolf Alaska
Removal not difficult

Eternabond tape is not too difficult to remove if you use an electric heat gun or hair dryer. It pulls off & leaves a sticky layer on the surface.

This is a good surface to apply the...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 12-20-2016, 11:29 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,842
Posted By Wolf Alaska
Please check battery voltage again

I am no expert on AI's but have had Type B motor coaches for 28 years. Your batteries may be too low for the inverter to function. 12.0 VDC is the reading for a basically depleted battery. Most...
Forum: On The Road... 12-14-2016, 06:47 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,511
Posted By Wolf Alaska
Howie you are maybe right if it is a winterized...

Howie you are maybe right if it is a winterized RV.

The subject being discussed is an RV in use during freezing wx & having exposed drain pipes with water stacked down to the valves.

After...
Forum: On The Road... 12-14-2016, 01:30 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,511
Posted By Wolf Alaska
You raise a good point. Most RV's, any water in...

You raise a good point. Most RV's, any water in the holding tanks will have these pipes full of water & against the valves. A freeze can break the pipes & ruin the valves. Replacing the drain pipes...
Forum: Full-Timing 11-24-2016, 11:35 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 7,218
Posted By Wolf Alaska
Airstream concept

[QUOTE=NWbarber;1879093]My wife and I are dead set on an airstream. We are also dead set on Las Vegas/QUOTE]

Airstream's concept is to provide an easily towed traveling vehicle that premits the...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 11-20-2016, 09:35 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,314
Posted By Wolf Alaska
As long as you can keep it from being confused,...

As long as you can keep it from being confused, you can put blue windshield fluid into the toilet black water tank & into the sink drains. This is cheaper than pink RV a/f. You can find it good to...
Forum: On The Road... 11-10-2016, 05:24 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,928
Posted By Wolf Alaska
There's 2 key trip planning points: miles per...

There's 2 key trip planning points: miles per day & where to stay. I can make 200 miles per day, 300 is very tiring. Refueling with the trailer in tow is tough if pumps are crowded & run to the...
Forum: Forum Admin, News and Member Account Info 10-02-2016, 01:04 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,202
Posted By Wolf Alaska
Problem with posts vaporizing

Twice in recent weeks, I have previewed a post before posting it. Next, I was looking at the log in screen and my post could not be recovered. The second time, I copied the post as I wrote it, but...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 09-17-2016, 01:21 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,078
Posted By Wolf Alaska
You could look at the FarmTek web site or...

You could look at the FarmTek web site or catalog. Co. offers a lot of non permanent shelter ideas. I use some of their products to serve as a canopy over a wooden deck. FarmTek is a mid western...
Forum: General Repair Forum 09-16-2016, 09:14 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,851
Posted By Wolf Alaska
I have a Coach House Type B. Use it or my...

I have a Coach House Type B. Use it or my Excursion as TVs, depending on the trip. Going long trips, very nice to O/N in CH & leave TT alone. Can power TT up via CH genset, again that's nice....
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