Thanks for sharing. We've been Airstream owners since 2004 and have owned 3 new ones and one vintage. I can tell you the build quality has improved over the years.
Thank you for your insight, I do have a couple of questions that perhaps you can answer. 1. Is the outer shell, made of stainless steel or aluminum and are they leak proof at the seems and windows? 2. How do they tow in the wind? 3. Is there a generator and solar option for extended boon docking? 4. Is there a 4 seasons package? Thank you
1. Made of aluminum. 2. Very good, the design makes Airstream to most aerodynamic for towing. 3. Solar yes for minimum solution, after market is for extended solar and generator options, I carry a generator and have videos you can research, look for my Boondockng the Blueridge video. 4. No 4 seasons, they do very good in summer especially with 2 AC units, winter is a challenger for sub-freezing temps but doable down to the teens. Thanks for watching and please subscribe.
Yea the windows sticking on our 2016 30 ft Signature is a pain , and the door on ours I feel like I’m gonna break it when we close it , best way I’ve found is close it is click it to the first lock and then center of door push firmly to the second lock , about to head to The gulf for two weeks tomorrow She has been good to us so far 😁👍🏼, other than that . We bought ours before Covid about 30% under value and like you said Airstreams literally are sold out across America 🇺🇸 glad we pulled the trigger on one when we did . We don’t regret at all buying ours , Love it and love your channel 👍🏼
I too had issue with the door. Like others went through the “checklist”. What it turned out to be was the pin and the latch were not lined up. The pin was slightly higher. To center it I loosened the pin and drilled out the two rivets holding the back plate (do not take the pin out or the back plate will be lost). I lowered the pin to exactly center on the latch with no stabilizers down. Then, tightened the pin back. I drilled new rivet holes into the back plate using the original holes in the frame. Put the rivets in and voila a perfect close. 20 min fix! Thanks for your video!
I really appreciate you my good brother. My wife and I are going to purchase one. The only limiting factor is we just bought a 2022 Yukon XL. So until I’m sold on my towing restrictions I’ll then choose. God bless, Tony
Awe. Thanks for your speedy reply. It surely will workout. I’ve been retired for 7 years already. We’re ready for the adventure. We live all the way up on Lake Erie in Ohio. Our daughter lives near Atlanta. We love Georgia. Bless you n all your loved ones ……. Tony
Hi, one other benefit of the back up camera is if you have a person helping you back in, especially after dark, he can speak to you from the rear of the trailer. The camera will pick up his voice and transmit it to your monitor in the truck. It is one way so he cannot receive communication from the driver.
Hey Jeff....just curious, any regrets about going with the rear bed instead of the front bed in your Flying Cloud 25? We're looking at the same trailer and I'm having "discussions" with my significant other about rear bed vs front bed right now...I think RB is the way to go, because I'm thinking it would be better to have the rear bed and sit at the front of the trailer to be able to see what's going on out front...also I think outside noise would be less at night in the back of the trailer. The wife thinks that views from inside National and State Parks would be better from the rear, so she wants the front bed and seating in the rear. What say you?
The door should close easily, our 2017 Flying cloud doors closes on it own when swings closed from full open position. The windows open easier after you have used them after awhile. Get the plastic locks that hook over hinge release and the hinges won't release when you don't want them to. See the video on Keep your Day Dream
My entry door (2018 FC) is similar to yours in that you need to give it a very firm push to close it, the little interior door latches are easy to reattach, I had numerous small issues with screws and bolts coming loose all fixed easily (I am a very handy mechanic). All RV owners will have some occasional problems -- it's part of the experience. Overall my wife and I are happy with our purchase.
Correct, all RV will have occasional problems, but all RV aren’t at the same price tag as Airstreams, who claim to have exceeded standard quality builds, yet has proven to be no different at all. The delusional airstreamers cult is real out here. They’re like the Planet Fitness of RVs. Socialism is valued more than the actual product being sold.🤦🏾♂️
Great talk- we are glad we purchased our used AIRSTREAM- after looking at 100’s of the competition we couldn’t agree with you more that the AIRSTREAM is worth the extra money 🍻
You may want to watch my more recent video on "RV Defects are Normal" and I fell Airstream still comes out on top. Please look for my new book "My Airstream Mentor" coming out on Amazon February 14th. Thanks for watching.
Thanks for review. You answered allot of questions I was wondering about. My wife and I are going to retire soon and that's are game plan. Buying an airstream and hitting the road to anywhere. With no time schedule. Happy trails.
how easy is it to get into the trunk behind the gas bottles. in looking to get a twin bed model as airstream is the only trailer that offers twins beds
You do have to bend over and stretch to get stuff out of the back of that compartment. I want the twin beds and the wife wanted queen, so you know who won out :) Thanks for watching.
Rubber gaskets - I have found that silicone spray or a light coat of silicone grease wiped on the rubber gaskets keeps them from sticking. Thank you for the video!
Great video 👌🏻 thanks 😊. ✌🏻 from Australia 🇦🇺. My partner and I have imported a couple of airstreams. Logistically a nightmare shipping wise, and then they have to be converted from the USA 🇺🇸 110v to 240v, and USA runs more butane in the propane than we do so there can be jetting issues for fridges and hot water and gas burners, but we think they’re great! As long as you treat em right. Retract awnings in wind or rain like you mentioned, and take a little care when opening or closing things and don’t be too much of a rough moron with em. They’re designed to be light weight so obviously sacrifice some strength whenever you do that. Great video mate 😉
Hard question to answer. Some say it all went to crap when Thor Ind took over years and years ago while others just say the quality get worse every year. For sure I would be cautious with the "COVID Years" of production when everyone was taking short cuts in materials and labor.
In your video, you mentioned the problem with your door. We ended up dropping by Jackson Centered due to a problem with the latch. Our door was not closing correctly. Apparently, latch needs to be lubricant regularly. Also, there was an extra washer in the latch that is problematic. The latch was replaced free of charge along with tips on how to maintain it. Now our door closes easily and with little effort.
I want to get the battery compartment lock you installed. We have a new 2022 Caravel. I would assume the battery compartment would be built the same size as yours. Where/how did you measure that you knew to get the 5/8 lock? Your videos are so wholesome to watch.
Hi John, I listed all of the products in the video description for purchase on Amazon. Thanks for watching and here is the link back to the video. Airstream Wash, Wax & Seal for Beauty and Protection: th-cam.com/video/lCwt55MW3NA/w-d-xo.html
I have the exact same year and model airstream and we’ve only had it out 4 times now. Our door was also difficult to shut but it was only when i had the stabilizer jacks down. It turns out I was putting too much weight on the rear stabilizing jack near the door and it was creating some torque on the frame around the door that caused it to bind and become extremely difficult to latch. Once I backed off the load on that rear jack the door easily latched even when swinging shut under its own weight. I wouldn’t have thought the stabilizer jack could put any twist into the frame but it must have something to do with how they are joined to the floor frame. See if it works for you.
I have no sway and don't even know the trailer is behind me because I have a heavy tow vehicle, a RAM 3500. I have the Equal-i-zer weight distribution hitch, the bars are a little heavy but it does a great job. A tow vehicle that "just meets" the specs will pull your trailer but it will not be a comfortable drive, that is why I have the truck and the drive is a joy, mountains, sand, mud no problem. Thanks for watching and good luck. Please watch for my book, My Airstream Mentor, coming out February 15th on Amazon.
What about the wood floor that is exposed to the elements and can lead to premature floor rot. Why won't Airstream but a under pan to protect the wood floor from the elements? I have heard this has been a problem on some of the older Airstreams. What say you?
@@LandingZoneHome Of course! There are silicone based lubricant sprays. They work like rain 🌧️ x applied to glass. It should not smell petroleum based.
We run this dehumidifier 24/7 for 3 years now and it is great. Keeps the water off the windows, makes the heat feel much better in winter and of course keeps the moisture down in the warm months. Has a plastic tube to route the water to a drain automatically. Small Area Dehumidifier:► amzn.to/3wk6y15
Great video. You are talking about quality and resale value and I think there are more 25+ year old rigs than I have seen any where other than a vintage rally. 25 years from now that flying cloud will still be camping.
I've developed a touchpad lock specifically for Airstream. It installs easily without requiring ANY modification to the door or strike. Would you be interested in giving it a fair review? I think it's really slick, but who ever thinks their own baby is ugly?
I have a lockout blocker and you can watch my video on the install and review. I would probably have to remove that to try your device. Good luck and thanks for the offer.
We run this dehumidifier 24/7 for 2 years now and it is great. Keeps the water off the windows, makes the heat feel much better in winter and of course keeps the moisture down in the warm months. Has a plastic tube to route the water to a drain automatically. Ivation 13 Pint Desiccant Dehumidifier:► amzn.to/3fKaCPk
I have the same color 2018 Laramie Ram as you. Mine is a 3500 but I do t care to pull a 5th wheel and I like the airstreams (don’t have one though). Is your truck a 3500 or a 2500? Great video btw
great and thorough video... we’ve had our FC since 2016 and it also still looks new! yeah there have been a few issues like popped rivets, a little leak in the shower, and weirdly a window exploded when it was parked (not robbed)! but minor really, from our first two trips and all fixed right away. you can get a little tool called a Window Popper for the windows btw! (not related to our window issue - that happened when we first bought the trailer haha)
Way too many issues for the price tag. American companies specialize in taking our money, without reinvesting in better customer service and quality. We dumb Americans keep buying the products still, so no reason for them to change their business model.
As a potential (very likely) future Airstream owner - the door closure issue is VERY concerning. Window's sticking is a something Airstream should have fixed long ago.
It's the outside that counts when it comes to RVs , I had bone head buddy's that always looked at the inside and judged it , whether it was pickup trucks or rvs by the inside . To me I think airstream are the ultimate rv .
Airstreams are cool. My grandpa had one all my life. Now it has a second life with my uncle, who has remodeled it. The reason why I don't have one is the very reason they last so long. I love slides and the room of 5th wheels. I can see the attraction of Air Stream, especially if you do not know how to fix or maintain an RV. I just don't like the narrowness. You pay a lot for a small space.
I wouldn't think any RV would be ideal for that weather, I know I would not attempt it. With temps down to the 30s or even 40s the interior skin gets very cold. Hope this helps and thanks for watching.
Hi Richard, I pull my 27FB with a RAM 3500 single rear wheel, I already had this truck from the 5th wheel I previously owned. It is a little over kill but is great. Up to 30' Airstream you would be fine with any 1500/150 with the largest engine with 30' and over go with a Heavy Duty truck. The more the tow vehicle weights the less sway. I'm not big on using SUVs except when under 25 foot models. You can tow with many vehicles but it may not be save and the ride will be uncomfortable. Appreciate you watching and please look for my Airstream book coming in February.
@@LandingZoneHome I was the very first person to use this unit. They were still removing the stickers when I went to pick it up. The build quality and materials wasn't what I expected a $107K trailer to be, and it really has made me reconsider purchasing.
@@dw9501 Sorry to hear this, I currently have a Quality Survey running on FB Airstream Addicts and with about 100 responses so far the results are quite different. But thanks for your posting and good luck with whatever decision you make.
Have you rented any other RVs? If you have you would find out that Airstreams usually have some of the best materials around. All RVs are built light weight for towing or for motoring. So it is hard to find a durable, light weight, and cheap RV. Airstream comes the closest to fulfilling 2 out of 3. Durable and light weight but not cheap. Airstreams also are considered to have some of the best build quality in the industry and last a long time. They also hold their value well.
Thank you for the 1 year followup. I want an airstream to park on a friends undeveloped land in the event of an apocalypse. What would this thing be like if there was no water, septic, gas, or electricity for years? Would it be a problem, for instance, to have candles and open flames inside? Or is there a lot of flammable interior materials? Any thoughts about this?
The newer units have less flammable materials than the older ones that had some wall coverings and drapes. Normally open flames in any RV is a problem but you are talking TEOTWAWKI so go for it. All things considered they hold up pretty well sitting for years, I'm always seeing old units up for sale that have been sitting for 20 or 30 years. Unusual question for Airstreams but appreciate your comment. Thanks for watching.
dont be silly. the apocalypse isnt for another 3.5 years. turn from your sins to Jesus for forgiveness and forgive everyone else for thier sins against you and follow Jesus if u want God to save u from it.
IF you are going to keep the RV for a long, long honeymoon... LOL. Then I think this is the RV for you. But if you are a casual RV person, I don't think you will ever get your money worth. Cheaper to buy a new, cheaper, RV every 5-7 years with the latest tech rather than buying an Airstream and keeping it for 20 years. That is just my opinion. OPINION. Great video, thanks for posting.
The Airstreams are a great product but have many of the same issues as other trailers. Refrigerators , stoves , heaters , water pumps etc. needless to say externally the aluminum body is superior that’s why there are so many old ones around and hold there value so well . Interior wise there are other trailers out there just as nice if not better but the Airstreams are nice . The question is are they worth close to double other trailers size wise with multiple slides such as Lance , Arctic Fox , Nash 4 season trailers ? That is the one thing I don’t like about the Airstream is the room , there are only so many ways to fill the tube , making it longer just means you walk through more of it . Overall they are great trailers
I know that airstreams are iconic in the camper world. I watched a video on the different things you have to do to open windows and and awning, you can do this you can do that make sure the power is off so on.there is a lot of maintenance to the trailer. It’s a beautiful trailer but it’s not for me. The less I have to do the better, I’m an old man. I would for get a lot of that. But I heard they are one of the best trailers out their.
We also had an issue with one of the Grass cabinet latches. It would come loose and I would snap it back in place only for it to come loose later. I took the cabinet door completely off and found that the two hooks on the end of the latch was spread too far apart. Took a pair of pliers a gently closed the gap a that did the trick.
Hi there! Enjoy you're informative videos, for sure. Residing in New Hampshire, my wife and I have been Airstreaming since 2008, initially in our 2006 Safari 25RB and now in our 2015 Silver Cloud 25FB. Regarding your disconnected upper hinge on your left sink cabinet door, the remedy is simple. It involves a carefully study/inspection of the hinge on the opposite door, where it is attached to its mate. Once you have determined the location of the face plate in relation to the back plate, all you do is come in slightly from the back of the cabinet, hook on the back plate attached to the cabinet frame & snap the face plate in place, in a forward motion towards you. My wife previously had the habit of opening cabinet doors too brusquely and, consequently, would disconnect the hinge(s). I have learned to reattach them without any problems (as she has learned to be less brusque in opening the cabinet doors). Regarding the door, ours works just fine. One important factor to keep in mind is to ensure that the screen door is firmly attached/snapped to the main door prior to closing. This very important for the door to close properly. Like yourself, we love our Airstream and would never buy any other type.
@PinHookEast I had the same "dents" on a different set of Goodyear tires on a passenger van and dealer told me that was normal and I have sense read the same thing. Thanks.
@@JackHunnicutt Im going back a few years now and showing my age , the original Michelin X radial tyres did suffer the uneven tyre wall but i have not seen this problem since unless the tyre had been kerbed badly thats why I pointed it out sorry my wrong but that tyre would be for spare only on my airstream.
I am really trying to understand how anyone can say it holds its value.....I mean it is a depreciating asset. My wife and I looked at a flying cloud, and it was like $110,000 and change, and a 2 year old flying cloud was around 85K at a dealership. So in 2 years it lost around $25,000 in value.....there are a lot of nice 2 year old or newer options for that $25,000 loss.....I am not sold but they sure do look nice. I just can't justify that being a 6 figure purchase, if I were mostly living out of it that would be one thing. Right now we do not own a camper but are thinking about getting into it.
Just wondering if that 110K price was sticker or after discounts? This really is one of the sticking points potential AS owner have; is learning how the value is retained unlike other brands. The numbers tell the story when shopping pre-owned units. Thanks for watching and appreciate you comments.
Haha, wouldn't that be nice. As you heard me say in the video, the only redeeming feature in regard to expense is the enhanced resell value. Appreciate your comment Mark and thanks for watching.
@@LandingZoneHome try some Blaster Dry lube with Teflon on those sticking windows I use that stuff on everything it works great locks, hinges, seals, slides Etc.
Way too many lock ins and lock outs for Airstream not to take corrective action. I'll be making a video in the near future on this so please subscribe and stay tuned. Thanks for watching.
Haha, I am a student of Deming's thinkings and he may have coined that phrase I'm not sure. Anyway Hope I didn't appear to take credit for its origin. Thanks for watching.
To fix your window seals so they don't stick, clean the seals very well and then treat with this This is 303 Rubber Seal protectant. It isn't the same stuff as regular 303 vinyl and rubber conditioner. Your door should close perfectly without a real hard slam. If it doesn't it needs to be adjusted. Usually all that is required is loosening a few key screws, whacking the door jams with a rubber mallet and torquing the door to fit better. It seems like a primitive way to adjust the door. But they are built solid and this is the way they are adjusted at the factory. Your cabinet hinge is very easy to fix. It just snaps back into place. You sort of slide the back portion into place first and then press down on the front portion to snap back in place. The European hinges are designed that way and are very sturdy. You don't have to worry about those cabinets wearing out.
People who think Airstream is ultimate quality will be sorely disappointed, they fall apart just like any other trailer. I will never own another Airstream, owned one for 12 years, the best day of my life was watching it being towed away after selling it...
There's no doubt the quality is second to none in an airstream. Value retention is awsome. I love the looks on the outside. But the deal breaker for me is the industrial look in the interior and the aluminum walls inside. Just doesn't feel homey and inviting. But hey....that's just me. Most who own them love the interior and that's ok. Fact is, they are still a superior RV no matter how you dice it.
Gary, I just published a book on Airstreams and I can understand that Airstreams are not for everyone for multiple reasons, however like you said the quality and resale value are tops. Thanks for the commend and for watching.
I really don't understand why they're so expensive! They seem cheap. I say that because i follow quite a few channels of people that own airstreams and they always seem to be having problems on they're brand new airstreams! I really don't get the hype! 🤷♀️
I had to do some homework they’re made in America and they just are built to last. Great shell so people can gut em and rehab em how they like. Used ones are high af too.
Airstream really hold their resale value which is one reason you see higher prices. And from my research, Airstream has some of the best in the industry. You may be interested in my Airstream book which has my complete quality report, how to buy an Airstream and operate all of the systems. Here is the link and thanks for watching. amzn.to/3rrkRxF
Believe they where bought out by Thor industry in mid 2000 when the rv industry took a hit, Thor which owns a lot of other rv names builds a lot of other makes. I would suspect the new units are more high volume production runs now so there would be more issues.
I think the airstream is of poor quality, as your video shows those issues, and I've seen other people's videos of bad airstream quality. But why are there still many people saying that the quality of airstream is very good? The only answer I can get from this is that other manufacturers' RVs are of worse quality.
Exactly, they all ship from the factory with defects and from my research Airstream just has fewer defects. Check my channel for a video on this subject. Thanks for watching.
I have never seen a good looking 10+ year old non-Airstream camper & by that alone I love Airstreams.
Agree completely. Thanks George for watching.
Thanks for sharing. We've been Airstream owners since 2004 and have owned 3 new ones and one vintage. I can tell you the build quality has improved over the years.
That is good to hear. Thank you for watching Dennis.
That is good to hear. Usually the quality goes down. Guess airstream knows what they’re doing.
Thanks for the 1 year review! Absolutely beautiful RV you have.
You are very welcome. Stay tuned, we are at three years now and more to show and learn. :)
Thank you for your insight, I do have a couple of questions that perhaps you can answer.
1. Is the outer shell, made of stainless steel or aluminum and are they leak proof at the seems and windows?
2. How do they tow in the wind?
3. Is there a generator and solar option for extended boon docking?
4. Is there a 4 seasons package?
Thank you
1. Made of aluminum. 2. Very good, the design makes Airstream to most aerodynamic for towing. 3. Solar yes for minimum solution, after market is for extended solar and generator options, I carry a generator and have videos you can research, look for my Boondockng the Blueridge video. 4. No 4 seasons, they do very good in summer especially with 2 AC units, winter is a challenger for sub-freezing temps but doable down to the teens. Thanks for watching and please subscribe.
Yea the windows sticking on our 2016 30 ft Signature is a pain , and the door on ours I feel like I’m gonna break it when we close it , best way I’ve found is close it is click it to the first lock and then center of door push firmly to the second lock , about to head to The gulf for two weeks tomorrow She has been good to us so far 😁👍🏼, other than that . We bought ours before Covid about 30% under value and like you said Airstreams literally are sold out across America 🇺🇸 glad we pulled the trigger on one when we did . We don’t regret at all buying ours , Love it and love your channel 👍🏼
Thank you for the very kind comments and the recommendation on closing the door. Happy Airstreaming.
I too had issue with the door. Like others went through the “checklist”. What it turned out to be was the pin and the latch were not lined up. The pin was slightly higher. To center it I loosened the pin and drilled out the two rivets holding the back plate (do not take the pin out or the back plate will be lost). I lowered the pin to exactly center on the latch with no stabilizers down. Then, tightened the pin back. I drilled new rivet holes into the back plate using the original holes in the frame. Put the rivets in and voila a perfect close. 20 min fix!
Thanks for your video!
Would love to see a photo of what you did. Thanks for watching.
I really appreciate you my good brother. My wife and I are going to purchase one. The only limiting factor is we just bought a 2022 Yukon XL. So until I’m sold on my towing restrictions I’ll then choose. God bless, Tony
Hope it all works out for you. Really appreciate your comment Tony and thank you for watching.
Awe. Thanks for your speedy reply. It surely will workout. I’ve been retired for 7 years already. We’re ready for the adventure. We live all the way up on
Lake Erie in Ohio. Our daughter lives near Atlanta. We love Georgia. Bless you n all your loved ones ……. Tony
@@cejamania1 Happy travels my friend.
Hi, one other benefit of the back up camera is if you have a person helping you back in, especially after dark, he can speak to you from the rear of the trailer. The camera will pick up his voice and transmit it to your monitor in the truck. It is one way so he cannot receive communication from the driver.
Thanks for the tip and thanks for watching.
I heard to use olive oil on you window seals and use silicone lubricant on your door latches and handle mechanisms.
Something to try, thanks Randy.
If you decide to use olive oil, I recommend you stay out of bear country.
Nice video. We purchased a new 2019 Flying Cloud 25 RB. We love it. Some minor issues but nothing to big.
Happy Airstreaming and thanks for watching.
Hey Jeff....just curious, any regrets about going with the rear bed instead of the front bed in your Flying Cloud 25? We're looking at the same trailer and I'm having "discussions" with my significant other about rear bed vs front bed right now...I think RB is the way to go, because I'm thinking it would be better to have the rear bed and sit at the front of the trailer to be able to see what's going on out front...also I think outside noise would be less at night in the back of the trailer. The wife thinks that views from inside National and State Parks would be better from the rear, so she wants the front bed and seating in the rear. What say you?
What kind of issues?
We have a 2022 Flying Cloud 25 FT. Your video was very informative. I totally agree about the door. Airstream is more proud of it than I :)
Appreciate your kind comments John, thanks for watching.
The door should close easily, our 2017 Flying cloud doors closes on it own when swings closed from full open position. The windows open easier after you have used them after awhile. Get the plastic locks that hook over hinge release and the hinges won't release when you don't want them to. See the video on Keep your Day Dream
Thanks for the tips and thanks for watching.
Also, Wanderlocal has a Mod video where they fix the hinge that’s become loose over time.
My entry door (2018 FC) is similar to yours in that you need to give it a very firm push to close it, the little interior door latches are easy to reattach, I had numerous small issues with screws and bolts coming loose all fixed easily (I am a very handy mechanic). All RV owners will have some occasional problems -- it's part of the experience. Overall my wife and I are happy with our purchase.
Appreciate your comment and thank you for watching Charles.
Correct, all RV will have occasional problems, but all RV aren’t at the same price tag as Airstreams, who claim to have exceeded standard quality builds, yet has proven to be no different at all. The delusional airstreamers cult is real out here. They’re like the Planet Fitness of RVs. Socialism is valued more than the actual product being sold.🤦🏾♂️
Great talk- we are glad we purchased our used AIRSTREAM- after looking at 100’s of the competition we couldn’t agree with you more that the AIRSTREAM is worth the extra money 🍻
You may want to watch my more recent video on "RV Defects are Normal" and I fell Airstream still comes out on top. Please look for my new book "My Airstream Mentor" coming out on Amazon February 14th. Thanks for watching.
Thanks for review. You answered allot of questions I was wondering about. My wife and I are going to retire soon and that's are game plan. Buying an airstream and hitting the road to anywhere. With no time schedule. Happy trails.
Thank you Keven for the very kind remarks. Congratulations on your retirement.
i don't know if you have it fixed yet or not but try tightening the hinges for the door
The factory said that is not my issue but I'll take a look again. Thanks for watching.
how easy is it to get into the trunk behind the gas bottles. in looking to get a twin bed model as airstream is the only trailer that offers twins beds
You do have to bend over and stretch to get stuff out of the back of that compartment. I want the twin beds and the wife wanted queen, so you know who won out :) Thanks for watching.
Rubber gaskets - I have found that silicone spray or a light coat of silicone grease wiped on the rubber gaskets keeps them from sticking. Thank you for the video!
Thanks for the info!
Lovely video. We've been rv'ing for 10+ years and just recently switched to Airstream and so far are in love 💕 !
Thank you for watching. I have a book coming out on Feb 14th titled, My Airstream Mentor, you may want to check it out.
The cabinet door hinge. Has a bar on the front of the hinge that goes in place first. Then you press the back of the hinge to the plate.
Thanks for the tip; had mine changed. Appreciate you watching Leonard.
Great video 👌🏻 thanks 😊. ✌🏻 from Australia 🇦🇺. My partner and I have imported a couple of airstreams. Logistically a nightmare shipping wise, and then they have to be converted from the USA 🇺🇸 110v to 240v, and USA runs more butane in the propane than we do so there can be jetting issues for fridges and hot water and gas burners, but we think they’re great! As long as you treat em right.
Retract awnings in wind or rain like you mentioned, and take a little care when opening or closing things and don’t be too much of a rough moron with em. They’re designed to be light weight so obviously sacrifice some strength whenever you do that. Great video mate 😉
Very interesting in the differences and glad to hear from a viewer down under. Thanks for your comment and for watching. Stay safe and happy camping.
I learn a lot from your videos and am thankful for details. Keep on camping!
Thank you Jennifer for watching.
What years to avoid? I’m looking at pre 2020.
Hard question to answer. Some say it all went to crap when Thor Ind took over years and years ago while others just say the quality get worse every year. For sure I would be cautious with the "COVID Years" of production when everyone was taking short cuts in materials and labor.
In your video, you mentioned the problem with your door. We ended up dropping by Jackson Centered due to a problem with the latch. Our door was not closing correctly. Apparently, latch needs to be lubricant regularly. Also, there was an extra washer in the latch that is problematic. The latch was replaced free of charge along with tips on how to maintain it. Now our door closes easily and with little effort.
Very glad to hear your story, at some point I will get back to a dealership and have it looked at. Thanks for the info and thanks for watching.
I want to get the battery compartment lock you installed. We have a new 2022 Caravel. I would assume the battery compartment would be built the same size as yours. Where/how did you measure that you knew to get the 5/8 lock? Your videos are so wholesome to watch.
I think they are all the same but you can measure across the diameter of the lock ring. Thanks for watching and good luck.
I also recommend a water filter for the fresh water intake system
I use a inline hose filter. Thanks.
Where are the Wobernize cleaning products available?
Hi John, I listed all of the products in the video description for purchase on Amazon. Thanks for watching and here is the link back to the video. Airstream Wash, Wax & Seal for Beauty and Protection: th-cam.com/video/lCwt55MW3NA/w-d-xo.html
awesome video. many thanks and best regards !
Appreciate your very kind comment and thank you for watching.
I have an 01 Safari, considering buying a newer unit. Thanks for the video.
Thanks for watching David
Thanks for the video. Nice job!
Thanks for watching.
I have the exact same year and model airstream and we’ve only had it out 4 times now. Our door was also difficult to shut but it was only when i had the stabilizer jacks down. It turns out I was putting too much weight on the rear stabilizing jack near the door and it was creating some torque on the frame around the door that caused it to bind and become extremely difficult to latch. Once I backed off the load on that rear jack the door easily latched even when swinging shut under its own weight. I wouldn’t have thought the stabilizer jack could put any twist into the frame but it must have something to do with how they are joined to the floor frame. See if it works for you.
Thanks for the tip, and thanks for watching.
How does it tow? What kind of hitch and tow vehicle do you use? Is sway a problem?
I have no sway and don't even know the trailer is behind me because I have a heavy tow vehicle, a RAM 3500. I have the Equal-i-zer weight distribution hitch, the bars are a little heavy but it does a great job. A tow vehicle that "just meets" the specs will pull your trailer but it will not be a comfortable drive, that is why I have the truck and the drive is a joy, mountains, sand, mud no problem. Thanks for watching and good luck. Please watch for my book, My Airstream Mentor, coming out February 15th on Amazon.
What about the wood floor that is exposed to the elements and can lead to premature floor rot. Why won't Airstream but a under pan to protect the wood floor from the elements? I have heard this has been a problem on some of the older Airstreams. What say you?
Sorry but I don't have experience with this and did not know older units had the floring exposed to the elements. Thanks for watching.
Apply silicone on the rubber seals of the windows
Thanks for the tip.
@@LandingZoneHome Of course! There are silicone based lubricant sprays. They work like rain 🌧️ x applied to glass. It should not smell petroleum based.
Great video. What dehumidifier do you use on your 27. I'm looking for one for my 25. Thanks Alfred
We run this dehumidifier 24/7 for 3 years now and it is great. Keeps the water off the windows, makes the heat feel much better in winter and of course keeps the moisture down in the warm months. Has a plastic tube to route the water to a drain automatically.
Small Area Dehumidifier:► amzn.to/3wk6y15
Thanks for the review, appreciate your attention to detail
My pleasure and thanks for watching David. If interested, my Airstream book is available on Amazon here: amzn.to/36dICAe
Great video. You are talking about quality and resale value and I think there are more 25+ year old rigs than I have seen any where other than a vintage rally. 25 years from now that flying cloud will still be camping.
Totally agree Peter, thanks for watching.
Hi little advice
The water filter pulling on that
Plastic water inlet will eventually crack
Setup so the filter doesn't stress it out
Thanks for the tip!
How’s the insulation for the south?
It works very good in summer and mariginal in higher elevations in winter. You do need the second AC unit.
I've developed a touchpad lock specifically for Airstream. It installs easily without requiring ANY modification to the door or strike. Would you be interested in giving it a fair review? I think it's really slick, but who ever thinks their own baby is ugly?
I have a lockout blocker and you can watch my video on the install and review. I would probably have to remove that to try your device. Good luck and thanks for the offer.
Tighten up the screws on the door hinges, especially the top one. That will fix the door issue.
Thanks for the comment.
Is your door cutting into the frame? Look very close at the trim on bottom face of door. Grind about 1/8 off of trim if it is.
I will check, thanks for the tip and thanks for watching.
Thank you sir for your insight. You helped us out immensely.❤
So nice of you.
We have a 27' FBT Globetrotter than we love. You mentioned a dehumidifier - what brand/model do you use? Thanks for the informative video.
We run this dehumidifier 24/7 for 2 years now and it is great. Keeps the water off the windows, makes the heat feel much better in winter and of course keeps the moisture down in the warm months. Has a plastic tube to route the water to a drain automatically.
Ivation 13 Pint Desiccant Dehumidifier:► amzn.to/3fKaCPk
I have the same color 2018 Laramie Ram as you. Mine is a 3500 but I do t care to pull a 5th wheel and I like the airstreams (don’t have one though). Is your truck a 3500 or a 2500? Great video btw
2016 Laramie 3500 6.7L single rear wheel. You have good taste (: Thanks for watching.
@@LandingZoneHome ❤️ yes mine is a SRW to.
great and thorough video... we’ve had our FC since 2016 and it also still looks new! yeah there have been a few issues like popped rivets, a little leak in the shower, and weirdly a window exploded when it was parked (not robbed)! but minor really, from our first two trips and all fixed right away. you can get a little tool called a Window Popper for the windows btw! (not related to our window issue - that happened when we first bought the trailer haha)
Appreciate you watching Amy and you may want to check out my Airstream book. amzn.to/3hXFcsN
Are the popped rivets a easy and cheap fix? I’m just wondering because I’ve seen that happen on other airstream review videos.
Way too many issues for the price tag. American companies specialize in taking our money, without reinvesting in better customer service and quality. We dumb Americans keep buying the products still, so no reason for them to change their business model.
Do they sell a boot for the wheels to keep people from pulling up and stealing these when your away?
Thanks for watching and yes they do make wheel boots. Check this one on Amazon. amzn.to/3gIIP3r
As a potential (very likely) future Airstream owner - the door closure issue is VERY concerning. Window's sticking is a something Airstream should have fixed long ago.
It’s all very manageable. Check out my book “My Airstream Mentor” 😀
It's the outside that counts when it comes to RVs , I had bone head buddy's that always looked at the inside and judged it , whether it was pickup trucks or rvs by the inside . To me I think airstream are the ultimate rv .
I have to agree Jerry, thanks for watching.
I like this because he got to the point.
Thank you Amy. You may be interested in my book, My Airstream Mentor. amzn.to/3hd9NC9
Exactly! Too many videos have unnecessary music and too much unnecessary talking.
Airstreams are cool. My grandpa had one all my life. Now it has a second life with my uncle, who has remodeled it. The reason why I don't have one is the very reason they last so long. I love slides and the room of 5th wheels. I can see the attraction of Air Stream, especially if you do not know how to fix or maintain an RV. I just don't like the narrowness. You pay a lot for a small space.
I went from a large 5th wheel to an Airstream and yes you have to give up a lot of space to make the transition. Thanks for the comment.
How would an airstream hold up in an Alaskan winter?
I wouldn't think any RV would be ideal for that weather, I know I would not attempt it. With temps down to the 30s or even 40s the interior skin gets very cold. Hope this helps and thanks for watching.
What kind of vehicle do you recommend to pull your Airstream with?
Hi Richard, I pull my 27FB with a RAM 3500 single rear wheel, I already had this truck from the 5th wheel I previously owned. It is a little over kill but is great. Up to 30' Airstream you would be fine with any 1500/150 with the largest engine with 30' and over go with a Heavy Duty truck. The more the tow vehicle weights the less sway. I'm not big on using SUVs except when under 25 foot models. You can tow with many vehicles but it may not be save and the ride will be uncomfortable. Appreciate you watching and please look for my Airstream book coming in February.
@@LandingZoneHome Thanks for the prompt reply, I currently have a large SUV & big motor,, but I guess a PU would be more appropriate !
I just rented 2021 25ft international and for the price tag..... personally I expected the quality to be much better
Quality of assembly or quality of materials? I suspect a unit that is a rental may be living a hard life if you know what i mean. Thanks for watching.
@@LandingZoneHome I was the very first person to use this unit. They were still removing the stickers when I went to pick it up. The build quality and materials wasn't what I expected a $107K trailer to be, and it really has made me reconsider purchasing.
@@dw9501 Sorry to hear this, I currently have a Quality Survey running on FB Airstream Addicts and with about 100 responses so far the results are quite different. But thanks for your posting and good luck with whatever decision you make.
Have you rented any other RVs? If you have you would find out that Airstreams usually have some of the best materials around. All RVs are built light weight for towing or for motoring. So it is hard to find a durable, light weight, and cheap RV. Airstream comes the closest to fulfilling 2 out of 3. Durable and light weight but not cheap. Airstreams also are considered to have some of the best build quality in the industry and last a long time. They also hold their value well.
Thanks, enjoyed your review.
Thanks for watching Gayle. I have a newly published Airstream book that may interest you. amzn.to/3dZkXZF
Great video. Nice and informative.
Glad you liked it Scott, thanks for watching.
Thank you for the 1 year followup. I want an airstream to park on a friends undeveloped land in the event of an apocalypse. What would this thing be like if there was no water, septic, gas, or electricity for years? Would it be a problem, for instance, to have candles and open flames inside? Or is there a lot of flammable interior materials? Any thoughts about this?
The newer units have less flammable materials than the older ones that had some wall coverings and drapes. Normally open flames in any RV is a problem but you are talking TEOTWAWKI so go for it. All things considered they hold up pretty well sitting for years, I'm always seeing old units up for sale that have been sitting for 20 or 30 years. Unusual question for Airstreams but appreciate your comment. Thanks for watching.
An underground bunker might be a better idea than any RV in the event of SHTF.
dont be silly. the apocalypse isnt for another 3.5 years. turn from your sins to Jesus for forgiveness and forgive everyone else for thier sins against you and follow Jesus if u want God to save u from it.
Great vid Sir
Glad you liked it and you may want to checkout my book, My Airstream Mentor: amzn.to/3pDmmsG
Is the humidity from the plants?
Cooking and showers, thanks for watching.
glycerin works for keeping the rubber from sticking. inexpensive and available at most drug stores.
Thanks for the tip.
IF you are going to keep the RV for a long, long honeymoon... LOL. Then I think this is the RV for you. But if you are a casual RV person, I don't think you will ever get your money worth. Cheaper to buy a new, cheaper, RV every 5-7 years with the latest tech rather than buying an Airstream and keeping it for 20 years. That is just my opinion. OPINION. Great video, thanks for posting.
Some very good comments and thank you for watching.
Nice video sir.
Thank you for watching.
Awesome video...
Thanks for watching Richard.
For the price of these campers, you could simply rent a condo wherever you decide to go, and live there for a few months out of the year!
All sounds good except there is no resale value in renting :) Thanks for watching.
Through away those wheel locking devices before you bend your axles. 6:20 time mark
Is that the X-Chocks.... The key is to not over tighten, moderation and I rarely use them any longer. Thanks for watching.
The Airstreams are a great product but have many of the same issues as other trailers. Refrigerators , stoves , heaters , water pumps etc. needless to say externally the aluminum body is superior that’s why there are so many old ones around and hold there value so well . Interior wise there are other trailers out there just as nice if not better but the Airstreams are nice . The question is are they worth close to double other trailers size wise with multiple slides such as Lance , Arctic Fox , Nash 4 season trailers ? That is the one thing I don’t like about the Airstream is the room , there are only so many ways to fill the tube , making it longer just means you walk through more of it . Overall they are great trailers
Also, Airstream hold their resale value better than most all other RV brands. Thanks for watching.
@@LandingZoneHome no question about it , that’s what makes them timeless .
your hinges might be off alignment on your door
Could be, but Jackson Center said they were okay. Thanks for the comment and for watching.
"Cheap, fast and good!" I have that motto and story framed on my desk!"
Not sure of the origin but may have been Deming?? Thanks for watching.
How often are you repairing “cheap, fast and good”? I like top quality at a fair price.
I know that airstreams are iconic in the camper world. I watched a video on the different things you have to do to open windows and and awning, you can do this you can do that make sure the power is off so on.there is a lot of maintenance to the trailer. It’s a beautiful trailer but it’s not for me. The less I have to do the better, I’m an old man. I would for get a lot of that. But I heard they are one of the best trailers out their.
Thanks for watching.
From the bottom of my heart thank you very much for the review.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Nice video - looks like Helen GA
Yes it is Helen, thanks for watching.
Silicone spray for the window seals.
Thanks for watching.
We also had an issue with one of the Grass cabinet latches. It would come loose and I would snap it back in place only for it to come loose later. I took the cabinet door completely off and found that the two hooks on the end of the latch was spread too far apart. Took a pair of pliers a gently closed the gap a that did the trick.
I'll give this a try, thanks for the tip and thanks for watching.
Hi there! Enjoy you're informative videos, for sure. Residing in New Hampshire, my wife and I have been Airstreaming since 2008, initially in our 2006 Safari 25RB and now in our 2015 Silver Cloud 25FB. Regarding your disconnected upper hinge on your left sink cabinet door, the remedy is simple. It involves a carefully study/inspection of the hinge on the opposite door, where it is attached to its mate. Once you have determined the location of the face plate in relation to the back plate, all you do is come in slightly from the back of the cabinet, hook on the back plate attached to the cabinet frame & snap the face plate in place, in a forward motion towards you. My wife previously had the habit of opening cabinet doors too brusquely and, consequently, would disconnect the hinge(s). I have learned to reattach them without any problems (as she has learned to be less brusque in opening the cabinet doors). Regarding the door, ours works just fine. One important factor to keep in mind is to ensure that the screen door is firmly attached/snapped to the main door prior to closing. This very important for the door to close properly. Like yourself, we love our Airstream and would never buy any other type.
I'll give your suggestion a try. Thanks for watching.
Timed at 7-30 pic of your tyres I see a slight bulge in the sidewall forming , this needs checking please.
That is an indentation in the tire which is common, but thanks.
@PinHookEast I had the same "dents" on a different set of Goodyear tires on a passenger van and dealer told me that was normal and I have sense read the same thing. Thanks.
@@JackHunnicutt Im going back a few years now and showing my age , the original Michelin X radial tyres did suffer the uneven tyre wall but i have not seen this problem since unless the tyre had been kerbed badly thats why I pointed it out sorry my wrong but that tyre would be for spare only on my airstream.
great video. Thank you for sharing your honest experience! hello from Toronto, Canada
Thanks for watching Paul.
I am really trying to understand how anyone can say it holds its value.....I mean it is a depreciating asset. My wife and I looked at a flying cloud, and it was like $110,000 and change, and a 2 year old flying cloud was around 85K at a dealership. So in 2 years it lost around $25,000 in value.....there are a lot of nice 2 year old or newer options for that $25,000 loss.....I am not sold but they sure do look nice. I just can't justify that being a 6 figure purchase, if I were mostly living out of it that would be one thing. Right now we do not own a camper but are thinking about getting into it.
Just wondering if that 110K price was sticker or after discounts? This really is one of the sticking points potential AS owner have; is learning how the value is retained unlike other brands. The numbers tell the story when shopping pre-owned units. Thanks for watching and appreciate you comments.
With the prices they charge it should come with a professional chef and a masseuse for a year
Haha, wouldn't that be nice. As you heard me say in the video, the only redeeming feature in regard to expense is the enhanced resell value. Appreciate your comment Mark and thanks for watching.
@@LandingZoneHome try some Blaster Dry lube with Teflon on those sticking windows I use that stuff on everything it works great locks, hinges, seals, slides Etc.
@@mocheeks709 Thanks Mark, I'll check in to that.
@@mocheeks709blaster is great stuff. Use lithium grease version on the garage annually.
Hi beautiful Trailer but price went up a lot. Look like is about $100k
I've heard of folks selling for more than they paid 2 or 3 years ago. Appreciate you comment and thanks for watching.
Good job!
Thanks!
Try ATP AT -205 on your rubber seals
Thanks for the tip and thanks for watching.
Nice truck!
Thank you.
I don’t like the door either. When I have company I only close the screen door.
Way too many lock ins and lock outs for Airstream not to take corrective action. I'll be making a video in the near future on this so please subscribe and stay tuned. Thanks for watching.
I’m sure that you checked this but maybe your vent fan is overheating because the vent cover is still closed on the outside of the trailer?
Yes we did check to make sure it is open but thanks for the recommendation and thanks for watching.
Fast cheap and good choose 2. Really Jack, you were the one who made that up?
Haha, I am a student of Deming's thinkings and he may have coined that phrase I'm not sure. Anyway Hope I didn't appear to take credit for its origin. Thanks for watching.
To fix your window seals so they don't stick, clean the seals very well and then treat with this
This is 303 Rubber Seal protectant. It isn't the same stuff as regular 303 vinyl and rubber conditioner.
Your door should close perfectly without a real hard slam. If it doesn't it needs to be adjusted. Usually all that is required is loosening a few key screws, whacking the door jams with a rubber mallet and torquing the door to fit better. It seems like a primitive way to adjust the door. But they are built solid and this is the way they are adjusted at the factory.
Your cabinet hinge is very easy to fix. It just snaps back into place. You sort of slide the back portion into place first and then press down on the front portion to snap back in place. The European hinges are designed that way and are very sturdy. You don't have to worry about those cabinets wearing out.
Thanks for the tip.
People who think Airstream is ultimate quality will be sorely disappointed, they fall apart just like any other trailer. I will never own another Airstream, owned one for 12 years, the best day of my life was watching it being towed away after selling it...
Thanks for watching.
nice trailer
Thank you.
lol, a $350 hitch coupler lock for your Airstream (spoiler: I have the same one for my Jayco)
$265 plus shipping Lol, but I sleep better at night. Thanks for watching.
There's no doubt the quality is second to none in an airstream. Value retention is awsome. I love the looks on the outside. But the deal breaker for me is the industrial look in the interior and the aluminum walls inside. Just doesn't feel homey and inviting. But hey....that's just me. Most who own them love the interior and that's ok. Fact is, they are still a superior RV no matter how you dice it.
Gary, I just published a book on Airstreams and I can understand that Airstreams are not for everyone for multiple reasons, however like you said the quality and resale value are tops. Thanks for the commend and for watching.
Look perhaps at the Classic line , it’s more grandma grandpa Style
People paint them white inside
Are you buying an RV or making a Statement ? Fiberglass compared with Aluminum ? Components are Components? 🤔
Not buying, I have had several and hope this is my last. Ease of upkeep and appearance over time is a consideration. Thanks for watching.
I really don't understand why they're so expensive! They seem cheap. I say that because i follow quite a few channels of people that own airstreams and they always seem to be having problems on they're brand new airstreams! I really don't get the hype! 🤷♀️
Did you see this one th-cam.com/video/7VtGtVFOzm8/w-d-xo.html
I had to do some homework they’re made in America and they just are built to last. Great shell so people can gut em and rehab em how they like. Used ones are high af too.
" Added a lock, which was a pretty cheap upgrade" That just tells me it's very easy to pick open.
I believe he said it didn't have a lock on it so they added one to secure the battery, not because it was a simple lock to pick.
After watching this, I would say no I wouldn't buy something that's overrated with cheap materials.
Appreciate your commend and thanks for watching.
Use a tiny rub of vaseline in the window seals
Thanks for the tip and thanks for watching.
we had a new airstream...the "skin" on it was bad and started pitting ....It was not good quality for the money
Sorry that happened, hope your warranty helped. Thanks for watching.
"Are Airstreams built with quality and really worth the price?" Pretty silly question actually.
Airstream really hold their resale value which is one reason you see higher prices. And from my research, Airstream has some of the best in the industry. You may be interested in my Airstream book which has my complete quality report, how to buy an Airstream and operate all of the systems. Here is the link and thanks for watching. amzn.to/3rrkRxF
Believe they where bought out by Thor industry in mid 2000 when the rv industry took a hit, Thor which owns a lot of other rv names builds a lot of other makes. I would suspect the new units are more high volume production runs now so there would be more issues.
I think the airstream is of poor quality, as your video shows those issues, and I've seen other people's videos of bad airstream quality. But why are there still many people saying that the quality of airstream is very good? The only answer I can get from this is that other manufacturers' RVs are of worse quality.
Exactly, they all ship from the factory with defects and from my research Airstream just has fewer defects. Check my channel for a video on this subject. Thanks for watching.
The door... guess you should watch Wanderlocal with Phil. Door solved
I'll check in to it. Thanks for watching.
*AWWW,,,,,THEY LOOK SO NICE.*
Thank you for the comment and for watching.