What a fun Dad to have!! He seems very patient and a great educator as well as being a great craftsman. Looks like he’s got a great team around him as well 🎉
I always dreamed of purchasing an Airstream at retirement. I’m 63 and now retired. Watching your videos has caused me to put the brakes on those dreams of owning an Airstream. Thank you for your candid content! I’ll be content living vicariously through your videos 👍
I have a 2021 Globetrotter, I didn’t have front end separation. However I did notice a gap appearing in lower corners of front hatch and some dimples, I had no torn aluminum or sheared rivets at this point. However my trailer had low miles in it so I called Airstream and they advised I bring in for evaluation, Jackson Center is only six hours away so I made appointment and in March 2024 I made the trip. Airstream said nothing is moving around but to make sure they removed my hatch and from underneath installed heavy duty aluminum gussets at lower corners of hatch. Gussets are bolted in place to the frame crossmembers front and side then hatch is riveted through gusset. This gives me peace of mind and I thank Airstream for stepping up and making the corrections to my Airstream under warranty. FYI, all new Airstreams with front hatch now have these new gussets installed upon assembly. I was told by tech at Airstream that these gussets are the new style that are much more robust than the previous ones used for repairs prior to 2024, the new gussets look just like the ones Vinnies uses in video.
I really want to applaud your discussion of what was provided for free in this video. Many times I have wondered and it keeps everything clear for your viewers. Please share more of this in the future...
We took our 2021 30’ Globetrotter into get a diagnosis while your Airstream was in the midst of repairs. Vinnie explained while showing us yours as an example. Our warranty hasn’t even expired and Vinnie confirmed we do indeed have front end separation. We are making the choice to have Vinnie’s repair done. It’s extremely disappointing to have to have such a major repair done, but it is what it is and we love our Airstream. Thanks always for your honesty in your videos! 🤍
I get it. Vinnie's correction is so good, you'll be happy to know it's done right. Other rigs have similar issues to slides and variety of other issues that are fixed and keep happening. In our experience with our Airstream, once we correct something the right way, it stays that way.
@@fendr1962 I’m sure each rig is different, but I can say it was much less than I thought through Vinnie, and I have full confidence it’ll be done right the first time.
@@ourodysseylife So knowing what the cost was would give me some indication of what those types of repairs could cost me for my decision to buy and airstream or not.
@@fendr1962 This is our third trailer, first Airstream, our first trailer was in such bad shape it literally had to be replaced! We had to wait almost a year for the replacement. The second trailer, different brand, had slide issues as Mark stated, stapled together, difficult to heat and cool. Knowing what I’ll have to pay for repairs, I’d still choose Airstream.
Loved how Vinnie demonstrated the effects using the wheelbarrow. That made so much sense and really helped understand the weight transfers and movement of the loads.
What a great video. I kept thinking I've seen his logo before. Then I saw the Flathead license plate. Made me smile. Lots of great information in this video.
The way he explained all of that is excellent! Reminds me of how my Econ professor in college explained all the economics theories. Used real life examples for EVERYTHING. I got a D in economics the first time I took it with a different professor, then re-took it with Randy Goodwin and got an A. Same tests. Same material. Just a better teacher and “storyteller.”
WOW, I’ve never read the comments section before; there’s a lot of passionate people sharing their wisdom &/or experiences… Thank you Marc for the content and discourse. I would appreciate more content on the mitigation of SuperDutys towing an A/S with a front cargo bay (full of “SOLAR”); distribution bars, AirSafe Hitchs & truck airbags… I love LIGHT & TIGHT, and that my F350 H/O can carry my STUFF… Keep Living the Dream!!!
Love the visibility and transparency - both from you two and from Vinnie - these are great insights and so much to learn regardless of what type of RV you travel with.
I have to say the airstream repairs are my favorite video! Thanks for sharing all those info! A few months ago I purchased my first trailer and its a 2021 globetrotter 27fb that I got at a salvage auction! I have already fixed all the major problems and now only the cosmetics damage are left. We are planing a 6 months trip across the US next year thanks to your videos!!
Those are awesome kind of shops to show how proud they are and the confidence they have in there work...few and far between finding them...well done guys...😊
Wow, ..... The mechanics of rivets, body molding 'skins' & Vinnie, the supportive joints on the corner & bottom parts to be bracketed expertise 💯 -- talent credentials. Thanks to the Mark & Trish narratives 👏
Vinnie is a pro. He breaks down problems so easily. The separation issue is highly concerning given the high ticket item the airstreams are. You'd think the design engineers would have considered the problem that Vinnie outlined. It blows my mind. Another reason I'm glad we opted to not buy one (we almost did recently). The hitch is pretty cool; very similar concept as the hensley but simpler setup.
Genius video...dang Vinnie is exactly what everyoine says he is and his shop. I am hoping the Basecamps don't have these problems because they are shaped so different but still the same process. I know what to keep and eye on.
not sure why the RV repair business is so sketchy it really is nice to see someone who truly cares about customers. i use a equalizer hitch someone stole the whole set up from storage i bought a new one. I think they are worth the money. Thanks for all the great videos
We also had FES on our 2018 with the front storage box behind propane. Repaired in NY upstate but I believe I like Vinnies approach better. It was a pricey repair but necessary for us to keep rolling and living our dream. Thanks for sharing this. I do however believe Airstream should design the frontend with more weight distribution from the factory. We were in our 3 year window hitch to bumper warranty they do not want to address it at the factory I can tell you that. Thanks for tackling this tuff subject. Safe travels
Most Excellent Video!!!!! I had the Beltline just starting to pull away and small bending at the corners of the front storage on my 2020 27 FC. The factory repaired saying they added bolts and I already had their smaller than Vinnies braces in place. So far no return of beltline pulling and bending at corners. I talked to Vinnie and he said the Blue Ox hitch doesnt stress the trailer as much as some others. I have a lift on the trailer so my rear end doesnt drag. It seems 30ft and longer have a higher chance of dragging due to departure angle because there is more length behind the rear tires to drag. I now keep an eye out on the front area as part of my general checks when towing. Thank you for the straight forward information.
It would be interesting to see if Airstream has integrated any of the upgrades to prevent this FES in the affected series of trailers on their new versions.
HI MARC & TRISHA & VINNY 👋 THANK YOU FOR SHOWING THIS I'LL PASS IT ON ! INTRESTING STEP BY STEP VIDEO FOOTAGE 📹 BE SAFE !HAVE FUN ! ENJOYED ❤ GOD BLESS YOU ALL ALWAYS ON YOUR ADVENTURES 🙏 THANK YOU 😊 🙏
Ty for sharing!! To be able to see the breakdown of what’s involved in FES repair is important to me and I really appreciate it. You can see how labor intensive it is. Plus, being able to see and hear the famous Vinnie in person is great. However, it would’ve been nice to know- at least ballpark- what the FES repair would’ve cost you had you actually paid for it. I’m going to give Vinnie’s a call, regardless.
So interesting about the front end now everyone that owns a airstream is now going to be checking theirs thanks for the heads ups not just airstream but any trailers safe travels
Really like your vids. It’s cool that you’re going to travel through Visalia. Have lived here many years and love it here. Thanks for sharing your travels. I’m researching Airstreams for maybe me and the missus to escape the rat race.
WoW... Thanks for going so deep.... Vinnie was GREAT! Just like you said... very transparent, and you can trust his company.I'm glad I have a Truck Camper Lol. How many Miles "smiles" did you travel last year? I remember you crossed the country twice and did it in Canada. You are my fav to follow. I look forward to Sundays, to catch your travels
Very interesting episode. The Airhitch looks good. We need one on our ute for New Zealand roads. We tow a 53yr old caravan & have so many bad roads here.
This is why I enjoy these videos, Ive always wanted an airstream in my retirement and know Im rethinking it. With all these issues they have I don't want the expeses
This is great. Thank you for posting. I also have a receiver hitch under my bumper for a bike rack and once in a while it drags. I'll now be sure to watch for signs of stress. I did replace the chrome trim with rubber trim recently and did not notice any problems, which is good.
Also highly recommend a HD truck and getting rid if that weight distribution hitch. Between the backup cam and getting rid if ours I can hook/unhook incredibly fast, it saves a ton of time and aggravation.
Our, 2007, 27FB airstream has approximately 150,000 miles on her. We have been towing without an equalizing hitch for the last 10 years since we purchased our 2500 GMC. There is never sway, even when driving on two-lane road roads with vehicles as well as trucks approaching at 70 miles an hour. I,have to laugh when I see people towing a Basecamp or a Bambi and they are using distribution hitches. Someone has sold them a bill of goods.
Wow, they did a great job with the separation on the front , the air stream looks great, 👍🏽 and you guys passed right through my neck of the woods, waving at ya from Folsom 👋🏽
After this episode I inspected my front storage compartment on our 2022 Globetrotter 27’ FBT. We only have 4000 miles on it but found two rivets missing so I reached out to Lloyd at Air Safe Hitches and he recommended a Series 5 hitch which I promptly purchased. I will also be giving it a review on my podcast Route 2 Adventure Thank you Marc and Trish for keeping us in the know as well as entertained.
Lloyd is an independent reseller of the Air Safe product, his website looks like the manufacturer which can throw people off. I found that out this past summer when I bought an Air Safe hitch. Absolutely love the new setup, I'm sure you're going to be just as happy. Safe travels!
Oh man! This makes me want to go back to Vinnies to make several upgrades. He's the best. He did out solar, yes there were some issues but Vinnie was all over getting it done correctly. Turned out we had a bad part from the factory. He sent the part to our home and a service guy he had trained and could guarantee the work. He worked with us over the phone and made sure all was working well and we had the tools and knowledge we needed to service our solar system. I can't say enough about Vinnie's.
Looks like a very good repair. Maybe it wasn't shown in the video, but I would liked to have seen some high quality sealant go in between, and coating, those dissimilar metals. Keep an eye on the repair for corrosion. We used polysulfide sealant in aircraft structural manufacture and repair and it would extend well to your Airstream. It's not just for aircraft. It's very well known for boats too. The front end of the trailer is obviously a high water intrusion area, and thus, salt. And you know well what salt does to metal. LOVE your channel!
Thanks y'all. Well done Vinnie!! Why doesn't Airstream do this from the outset??... not that I want Vinnie to lose business, but this should be engineered into the chassis during wall/skin installation of the coach.
I totally agree with the recording if a shop will allow to record or not. I just returned from a week in Lafayette Indiana, we had our complete chassis suspension replaced with LiquidSpring 4 corner, 5 link system at the LiquidSpring HQ and manufacturing facility. They allowed me to video and interview each day, had no issues at all.
Marc, Great video. We are heading to Ronnie’s Airstream Nuts & Bolts as well as Vinnie’s Tallahassee location for ceramic coating in mid-February. Looking forward to to see what projects Vinnie did on your rig in addition to the FES project.
A couple of observations- To prevent having a 2” receiver and a bike rack on the back of the Airstream I have a front receiver on the truck and haul the bikes on the front of the truck. Also, to smooth out the ride I travel with a full tank of fresh water. 2013 Classic 30 2007 Toyota Tundra Crewmax Limited
Great job once again, Marc. Love your technical videos. Concerned, as we tow a Classic 33FB with a F350, using a Propride. Would like to hear how the Airsafe performs, compared to your Propride, especially for anti-sway. Safe travels!
Two different solutions. IMO - propride is mostly sway control. I experience little to no sway. In fact, I'm going to test to WD bars and I suspect I won't be able to tell. We'll see.
I understand more now. Not really using WD on the Propride, as the truck has a high payload rating. Love the anti-sway, though. Please keep us updated! @@KeepYourDaydream
I really liked this video even though I probably will never own an Airstream. This video pointed out how weight distribution hitches are not good for the trailer! With the properly sized tow vechicle and air bags or other means of eliminating "squat" of the tow vehicle, I contend WDH hitches are not needed. I tow without a WDH and this has eliminated much of the porpoising when going over expansion joints on highways especially at bridges! I have towed a 24' trailer 13,000 miles in 2023 including a trip to Alaska!
I plan on diving deeper into this and I'd also like to really understand if airbags (on the truck) is really doing anything other than making it *appear* level. Weight is not shifting from the back, but rather the chassis is just being lifted. More to come.
It is great to know when your baby(Flying Cloud Airstream) has a major burp it can be analyzed correctly and reset to better than factory specs. Vinnie's is the place!
Marc thanks for taking us along on the repairs to your RV. What he said about Airstream couldn't control the driving habits of its trailer owners is so true. Ive watched people towing running wide open and passing me like im setting still and they wonder why something happened. Looking forward to how your new hitch works out.
Great Video! I'm still learning about my future purchase $$$$ BUT it will make it a much safer experience for sure. Love the Airsafe hitch, seems like it would be a game changer.
First I’d like to start off by saying how amazing it has been to follow your journey! And thank you for your transparency! My husband and I went back and just finished the 1st season (1st 6 month trip) and are now going through the “How To” playlist. We have decided that we really want to give the full time RVing life a go and the thought of it brings us so much joy and again, it’s something we really want to do. We are looking to buy our first RV over the next couple weeks, BUT, it’s also been so overwhelming… the choices of getting the right one, then after watching all the challenges your family (and others) come across, as well all the things one must remember to prevent things from going really bad, and as helpful/educational as all the “How To” videos have been, they also have us questioning ourselves and wondering if we can handle it… Do you have any suggestions, tips or words of encouragement as to how to overcome “doubt” or our “fears”?
Once you hit the road, all those fears will fade away. There are a lot of good Podcasts you can tune into that help while your driving. We enjoy Mike & Jen's podcast RV Lifestyle. All our videos can be watched in order per season. For a bit, we were changing RVs almost every year so lots to learn from our mistakes along the way! If you take your time and don't drive at night, you'll avoid at least half of the mistakes!
Thank you for the tips and the podcast recommendation! By the way, if you guys haven’t done the Northern Lights sightseeing in Alaska or Canada, maybe consider it for one of your future adventures. They look so magical! That’s certainly at the top of our list once we hit the road.
With the numbers of miles that you travel a top notch weight distribution hitch with sway control is a must. That hitch looks like a winner and worth every penny.
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My Dad Vinnie started with just one airstream in our backyard. His passion for craft and love for people made all this possible. Proud of him.
What a fun Dad to have!! He seems very patient and a great educator as well as being a great craftsman. Looks like he’s got a great team around him as well 🎉
Looks like he's very passionate about his work!
I have a cousin named Vinnie 😅
He has such knowledge.
Stole my line! Lol
@@Whateva67
I always dreamed of purchasing an Airstream at retirement. I’m 63 and now retired. Watching your videos has caused me to put the brakes on those dreams of owning an Airstream. Thank you for your candid content! I’ll be content living vicariously through your videos 👍
Love how transparent you are. Things like that always pays off.
I have a 2021 Globetrotter, I didn’t have front end separation. However I did notice a gap appearing in lower corners of front hatch and some dimples, I had no torn aluminum or sheared rivets at this point. However my trailer had low miles in it so I called Airstream and they advised I bring in for evaluation, Jackson Center is only six hours away so I made appointment and in March 2024 I made the trip. Airstream said nothing is moving around but to make sure they removed my hatch and from underneath installed heavy duty aluminum gussets at lower corners of hatch. Gussets are bolted in place to the frame crossmembers front and side then hatch is riveted through gusset.
This gives me peace of mind and I thank Airstream for stepping up and making the corrections to my Airstream under warranty.
FYI, all new Airstreams with front hatch now have these new gussets installed upon assembly.
I was told by tech at Airstream that these gussets are the new style that are much more robust than the previous ones used for repairs prior to 2024, the new gussets look just like the ones Vinnies uses in video.
This is a great video and explanation of overbuilt vs RV built.
The TH-cam channel “long long honeymoon” have been going to Vinnies forever he is great!!
So glad when a guy can find that EXACT vocation, they were meant to have!! Vinnie found his.
Wow listening to Vinnie you can tell he is a friggin genius.
I really want to applaud your discussion of what was provided for free in this video. Many times I have wondered and it keeps everything clear for your viewers. Please share more of this in the future...
The Rivets tell the story.... good to know when purchasing a used rig also.
Vinnie, thanks for putting up with Marc and Trish so we could learn….heehee !
Blessings
I love when people are master craftsman. They must've had a combination of a good attention span, curiosity, and good teaching while they were young.
We took our 2021 30’ Globetrotter into get a diagnosis while your Airstream was in the midst of repairs. Vinnie explained while showing us yours as an example. Our warranty hasn’t even expired and Vinnie confirmed we do indeed have front end separation. We are making the choice to have Vinnie’s repair done. It’s extremely disappointing to have to have such a major repair done, but it is what it is and we love our Airstream. Thanks always for your honesty in your videos! 🤍
I get it. Vinnie's correction is so good, you'll be happy to know it's done right. Other rigs have similar issues to slides and variety of other issues that are fixed and keep happening. In our experience with our Airstream, once we correct something the right way, it stays that way.
Nice that you are able to get it done for free because you videoed it. But what will that job cost the rest of us if we needed that fix?
@@fendr1962 I’m sure each rig is different, but I can say it was much less than I thought through Vinnie, and I have full confidence it’ll be done right the first time.
@@ourodysseylife So knowing what the cost was would give me some indication of what those types of repairs could cost me for my decision to buy and airstream or not.
@@fendr1962 This is our third trailer, first Airstream, our first trailer was in such bad shape it literally had to be replaced! We had to wait almost a year for the replacement. The second trailer, different brand, had slide issues as Mark stated, stapled together, difficult to heat and cool. Knowing what I’ll have to pay for repairs, I’d still choose Airstream.
Extremely well prepared and produced. Not a word or camera out of place.
Always good to see craftsman talk about their work. Awesome episode
just listening to him, he sounds like he is knowledgable and honest.
Always enjoy seeing how repairs are made. This was a very worthwhile video, and I don’t even own an airstream. Thanks KYD!
Same here 😊
One of your (& Vinnie's) BEST videos that I have ever seen!!! BRAVO Mark and thanks...GB
i like how vinnie speaks english for us one language people to understand.
Loved how Vinnie demonstrated the effects using the wheelbarrow. That made so much sense and really helped understand the weight transfers and movement of the loads.
This is excellent. Really appreciate you and Vinnie showing how to spot front end separation and how his crew repairs it. Thanks for this video. 😊
What a great video. I kept thinking I've seen his logo before. Then I saw the Flathead license plate. Made me smile. Lots of great information in this video.
Wait……I wanted to see all the other items Vinny repaired! 😉
Great job Vinny!
Marc and Trish, thank you!
The way he explained all of that is excellent! Reminds me of how my Econ professor in college explained all the economics theories. Used real life examples for EVERYTHING. I got a D in economics the first time I took it with a different professor, then re-took it with Randy Goodwin and got an A. Same tests. Same material. Just a better teacher and “storyteller.”
WOW, I’ve never read the comments section before; there’s a lot of passionate people sharing their wisdom &/or experiences… Thank you Marc for the content and discourse. I would appreciate more content on the mitigation of SuperDutys towing an A/S with a front cargo bay (full of “SOLAR”); distribution bars, AirSafe Hitchs & truck airbags… I love LIGHT & TIGHT, and that my F350 H/O can carry my STUFF… Keep Living the Dream!!!
Love the visibility and transparency - both from you two and from Vinnie - these are great insights and so much to learn regardless of what type of RV you travel with.
Absolutely love watching and listening to people with so much knowledge and skill. ❤
I have to say the airstream repairs are my favorite video! Thanks for sharing all those info! A few months ago I purchased my first trailer and its a 2021 globetrotter 27fb that I got at a salvage auction! I have already fixed all the major problems and now only the cosmetics damage are left. We are planing a 6 months trip across the US next year thanks to your videos!!
Your best repair/upgrade video to date! - Vinny is a real master of his trade. - Thanks! - Cheers!
Vinnie’s is the BEST! Such a class act
Those are awesome kind of shops to show how proud they are and the confidence they have in there work...few and far between finding them...well done guys...😊
Wow, ..... The mechanics of rivets, body molding 'skins' & Vinnie, the supportive joints on the corner & bottom parts to be bracketed expertise 💯 -- talent credentials. Thanks to the Mark & Trish narratives 👏
Vinnie is a pro. He breaks down problems so easily. The separation issue is highly concerning given the high ticket item the airstreams are. You'd think the design engineers would have considered the problem that Vinnie outlined. It blows my mind. Another reason I'm glad we opted to not buy one (we almost did recently). The hitch is pretty cool; very similar concept as the hensley but simpler setup.
Now were all checking for front end separation!! Vinnies shop looks superb :)
Great video! I enjoyed it even though the tech stuff was a little over my head. I loved the wheelbarrow demonstration.
Genius video...dang Vinnie is exactly what everyoine says he is and his shop. I am hoping the Basecamps don't have these problems because they are shaped so different but still the same process. I know what to keep and eye on.
You should be fine.
not sure why the RV repair business is so sketchy it really is nice to see someone who truly cares about customers. i use a equalizer hitch someone stole the whole set up from storage i bought a new one. I think they are worth the money. Thanks for all the great videos
You guys are really awesome. I've really enjoyed following you all for the all these years. Stay safe and God bless you
What a great hitch and shop!!!
Boeing needed Vinnie to design the "PLUG" doors on their 737 MAX 9!!!!
Great stuff. Vinnie seems like a great guy and very professional!! Great video kids!!
We also had FES on our 2018 with the front storage box behind propane. Repaired in NY upstate but I believe I like Vinnies approach better. It was a pricey repair but necessary for us to keep rolling and living our dream. Thanks for sharing this. I do however believe Airstream should design the frontend with more weight distribution from the factory. We were in our 3 year window hitch to bumper warranty they do not want to address it at the factory I can tell you that. Thanks for tackling this tuff subject. Safe travels
Great show. Thanks
Most Excellent Video!!!!! I had the Beltline just starting to pull away and small bending at the corners of the front storage on my 2020 27 FC. The factory repaired saying they added bolts and I already had their smaller than Vinnies braces in place. So far no return of beltline pulling and bending at corners. I talked to Vinnie and he said the Blue Ox hitch doesnt stress the trailer as much as some others. I have a lift on the trailer so my rear end doesnt drag. It seems 30ft and longer have a higher chance of dragging due to departure angle because there is more length behind the rear tires to drag. I now keep an eye out on the front area as part of my general checks when towing. Thank you for the straight forward information.
It would be interesting to see if Airstream has integrated any of the upgrades to prevent this FES in the affected series of trailers on their new versions.
HI MARC & TRISHA & VINNY 👋
THANK YOU FOR SHOWING THIS I'LL PASS IT ON ! INTRESTING STEP BY STEP VIDEO FOOTAGE 📹 BE SAFE !HAVE FUN ! ENJOYED ❤ GOD BLESS YOU ALL ALWAYS ON YOUR ADVENTURES 🙏 THANK YOU 😊 🙏
Ty for sharing!! To be able to see the breakdown of what’s involved in FES repair is important to me and I really appreciate it. You can see how labor intensive it is. Plus, being able to see and hear the famous Vinnie in person is great. However, it would’ve been nice to know- at least ballpark- what the FES repair would’ve cost you had you actually paid for it. I’m going to give Vinnie’s a call, regardless.
I can't wait to see the next one. We live in Visalia. Obviously there's a different tow rig.
Happy Sunday KYD family! Catching up on videos. Loved this one! Loved how detailed Vinnie was too.
why can’t vinnie work on vintage RVS 😭😭 i would kill to have the service and attention to detail and explanation. just wow. amazing work.
Everyone should see this video regardless of make or model of there trailer .thanks great video
What a nice guy, excellent information, looks fantastic, love that air hitch
A very diplomatic video so as not to throw the manufacturer under the bus. That is not typical of other “TH-cam’rs.
So interesting about the front end now everyone that owns a airstream is now going to be checking theirs thanks for the heads ups not just airstream but any trailers safe travels
Yes, we had it on our first rig, but didn't know what it was. We were chasing the wrong problem because we didn't know it was related to deflection.
Really like your vids. It’s cool that you’re going to travel through Visalia. Have lived here many years and love it here. Thanks for sharing your travels. I’m researching Airstreams for maybe me and the missus to escape the rat race.
This video was awesome! We learned so much. Thank you KYD and Vinnie for showing all the details.
WoW... Thanks for going so deep.... Vinnie was GREAT! Just like you said... very transparent, and you can trust his company.I'm glad I have a Truck Camper Lol. How many Miles "smiles" did you travel last year? I remember you crossed the country twice and did it in Canada. You are my fav to follow. I look forward to Sundays, to catch your travels
Very interesting episode. The Airhitch looks good. We need one on our ute for New Zealand roads. We tow a 53yr old caravan & have so many bad roads here.
Very instructional and explained FES extremely well. Thank you!
This is why I enjoy these videos, Ive always wanted an airstream in my retirement and know Im rethinking it. With all these issues they have I don't want the expeses
Been waiting for this episode. Way better than the Cowboy debacle, o-well as Tom Landry would say “ Wasn’t our year. Well there’s next year.”
You mean "Wasn't our decades"? LOL. Maybe Mr. Jones should fire himself and hire Vinnie to be the GM.
This is good stuff Marc! Thanks for ALL the detail.
I really enjoyed this video. This is RVing. Stuff you need to know.
I like the mechanical stuff, and the setting up and taking down.
This is great. Thank you for posting. I also have a receiver hitch under my bumper for a bike rack and once in a while it drags. I'll now be sure to watch for signs of stress. I did replace the chrome trim with rubber trim recently and did not notice any problems, which is good.
Love the "Full Feature TH-cam!" Much appreciated! ~Big C in the DP 📢 ::: Air Horn 📢 ::: ::: Air Breaks! ::: 🚌🚌🚌
Sorry exspenses, thank you Trish and Mark for ALL your videos, Ive learned alot from you two. Been writing it down
So interesting to listen to Vinny.
Also highly recommend a HD truck and getting rid if that weight distribution hitch. Between the backup cam and getting rid if ours I can hook/unhook incredibly fast, it saves a ton of time and aggravation.
Our, 2007, 27FB airstream has approximately 150,000 miles on her. We have been towing without an equalizing hitch for the last 10 years since we purchased our 2500 GMC. There is never sway, even when driving on two-lane road roads with vehicles as well as trucks approaching at 70 miles an hour. I,have to laugh when I see people towing a Basecamp or a Bambi and they are using distribution hitches. Someone has sold them a bill of goods.
Thanks for the long version, helps us when shopping!!!
Wow, they did a great job with the separation on the front , the air stream looks great, 👍🏽 and you guys passed right through my neck of the woods, waving at ya from Folsom 👋🏽
I know nothing about what you were talking about, but I actually found this video fascinating Marc.
That hitch is amazing!cool instructive video!
Great video I live in Central California I will recommend Vinnie to all my friends who owns a airstream
After this episode I inspected my front storage compartment on our 2022 Globetrotter 27’ FBT. We only have 4000 miles on it but found two rivets missing so I reached out to Lloyd at Air Safe Hitches and he recommended a Series 5 hitch which I promptly purchased. I will also be giving it a review on my podcast Route 2 Adventure Thank you Marc and Trish for keeping us in the know as well as entertained.
Lloyd is an independent reseller of the Air Safe product, his website looks like the manufacturer which can throw people off. I found that out this past summer when I bought an Air Safe hitch. Absolutely love the new setup, I'm sure you're going to be just as happy. Safe travels!
Love truck videos!!!
Garret at Taps is great and I've known him since he was a kid. He just installed 5 Bilstien shocks on my e350 and now towing is a dream
Very informative video on an important subject. Thanks much for the education.
Great video! We love Vinnie and will bring our baby to him this spring for her checkup!
That wheelbarrow example of weight distribution is perfect. It might be helpful to viewers to take that snippet and make a separate video. :)
Marc driving a GMC!? Can't wait for next week's episode 😮😂 Hopefully it wasn't something major with your beloved F250 and you will have it back soon.
Fantastic. Thats the best
Oh man! This makes me want to go back to Vinnies to make several upgrades. He's the best. He did out solar, yes there were some issues but Vinnie was all over getting it done correctly. Turned out we had a bad part from the factory. He sent the part to our home and a service guy he had trained and could guarantee the work. He worked with us over the phone and made sure all was working well and we had the tools and knowledge we needed to service our solar system. I can't say enough about Vinnie's.
You guys are like 1mile away from where I work
Looks like a very good repair. Maybe it wasn't shown in the video, but I would liked to have seen some high quality sealant go in between, and coating, those dissimilar metals. Keep an eye on the repair for corrosion. We used polysulfide sealant in aircraft structural manufacture and repair and it would extend well to your Airstream. It's not just for aircraft. It's very well known for boats too. The front end of the trailer is obviously a high water intrusion area, and thus, salt. And you know well what salt does to metal.
LOVE your channel!
Good catch. We should have pointed out that we use a roll of the same tar sealant that airstream uses between the panels at assembly.
@@vinnielamica8704 I specifically came to the comments to see if anyone else mentioned this too. Thanks for clarifying!
Our Airstream hanging out at Vinnie’s! We’re moving to California from Ohio! He’s the guy. Get the coating!!
Thanks y'all. Well done Vinnie!! Why doesn't Airstream do this from the outset??... not that I want Vinnie to lose business, but this should be engineered into the chassis during wall/skin installation of the coach.
I totally agree with the recording if a shop will allow to record or not. I just returned from a week in Lafayette Indiana, we had our complete chassis suspension replaced with LiquidSpring 4 corner, 5 link system at the LiquidSpring HQ and manufacturing facility. They allowed me to video and interview each day, had no issues at all.
I own a Solitude, but I found this very interesting Mark. Thanks
Marc,
Great video. We are heading to Ronnie’s Airstream Nuts & Bolts as well as Vinnie’s Tallahassee location for ceramic coating in mid-February. Looking forward to to see what projects Vinnie did on your rig in addition to the FES project.
A couple of observations-
To prevent having a 2” receiver and a bike rack on the back of the Airstream I have a front receiver on the truck and haul the bikes on the front of the truck.
Also, to smooth out the ride I travel with a full tank of fresh water.
2013 Classic 30
2007 Toyota Tundra Crewmax Limited
Great job once again, Marc. Love your technical videos. Concerned, as we tow a Classic 33FB with a F350, using a Propride. Would like to hear how the Airsafe performs, compared to your Propride, especially for anti-sway. Safe travels!
Two different solutions. IMO - propride is mostly sway control. I experience little to no sway. In fact, I'm going to test to WD bars and I suspect I won't be able to tell. We'll see.
I understand more now. Not really using WD on the Propride, as the truck has a high payload rating. Love the anti-sway, though. Please keep us updated! @@KeepYourDaydream
I really liked this video even though I probably will never own an Airstream. This video pointed out how weight distribution hitches are not good for the trailer! With the properly sized tow vechicle and air bags or other means of eliminating "squat" of the tow vehicle, I contend WDH hitches are not needed. I tow without a WDH and this has eliminated much of the porpoising when going over expansion joints on highways especially at bridges! I have towed a 24' trailer 13,000 miles in 2023 including a trip to Alaska!
I plan on diving deeper into this and I'd also like to really understand if airbags (on the truck) is really doing anything other than making it *appear* level. Weight is not shifting from the back, but rather the chassis is just being lifted. More to come.
I’m glad I watched this, it’s another thing to look for when I buy my first airstream.
It is great to know when your baby(Flying Cloud Airstream) has a major burp it can be analyzed correctly and reset to better than factory specs. Vinnie's is the place!
Marc thanks for taking us along on the repairs to your RV. What he said about Airstream couldn't control the driving habits of its trailer owners is so true. Ive watched people towing running wide open and passing me like im setting still and they wonder why something happened. Looking forward to how your new hitch works out.
The world needs more cowbell, and Vinnie's 😛. Really cool video.
Great Video! I'm still learning about my future purchase $$$$ BUT it will make it a much safer experience for sure. Love the Airsafe hitch, seems like it would be a game changer.
I can only hope Vinny talks to his wife like he does to airstreams :-)
First I’d like to start off by saying how amazing it has been to follow your journey! And thank you for your transparency! My husband and I went back and just finished the 1st season (1st 6 month trip) and are now going through the “How To” playlist.
We have decided that we really want to give the full time RVing life a go and the thought of it brings us so much joy and again, it’s something we really want to do. We are looking to buy our first RV over the next couple weeks, BUT, it’s also been so overwhelming… the choices of getting the right one, then after watching all the challenges your family (and others) come across, as well all the things one must remember to prevent things from going really bad, and as helpful/educational as all the “How To” videos have been, they also have us questioning ourselves and wondering if we can handle it… Do you have any suggestions, tips or words of encouragement as to how to overcome “doubt” or our “fears”?
Once you hit the road, all those fears will fade away. There are a lot of good Podcasts you can tune into that help while your driving. We enjoy Mike & Jen's podcast RV Lifestyle. All our videos can be watched in order per season. For a bit, we were changing RVs almost every year so lots to learn from our mistakes along the way! If you take your time and don't drive at night, you'll avoid at least half of the mistakes!
Thank you for the tips and the podcast recommendation!
By the way, if you guys haven’t done the Northern Lights sightseeing in Alaska or Canada, maybe consider it for one of your future adventures. They look so magical!
That’s certainly at the top of our list once we hit the road.
With the numbers of miles that you travel a top notch weight distribution hitch with sway control is a must. That hitch looks like a winner and worth every penny.
Nice Sierra!