Category Archives: rig maintenance
Mouse Fur Be Gone
Having removed the Airstream couch, I’ve started a project to remove the carpet and replace it with some sort of wood laminate flooring. Of course, the more you open things up, the more “projects” reveal themselves. The cream-colored covering on … Continue reading
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No Smiley Face from McDonald’s
Throughout our trip to the Southwest, we were careful about cornering and getting caught in tight spaces with the Airstream. Many a time, we passed up a gas station because it looked too tight to get in and out of … Continue reading
Posted in Airstream, repairs, rig maintenance, Southwest trip
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Finally, 60’s and WiFi
A week after our start, we finally got 60 degree temperatures and a state park with WiFi. The Louisiana park systems rock — not only are they wired, they also honor the Golden Passport and charge seniors half price. We … Continue reading
Posted in Louisiana State Parks, rig maintenance, Southwest trip
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Sleeping on the Median Strip
Last night in Carlisle, PA, we stopped at a Flying J truck stop since they have spaces for rvs for overnight camping. Being right next to I-81 and a major on/off ramp, the roar of downshifting diesel trucks was our … Continue reading
Posted in boondocking, rig maintenance, Southwest trip
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Coldstream
We hitched up and headed out mid-morning on Wednesday for Thanksgiving in Massachusetts. We’re bringing the Airstream as part of the continued shakedown cruise before our Southwest trip. I tend to forget how steep the hills are on the interstates … Continue reading
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