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Tips and tricks for new Airstreamers. Learn from all our members so you don't have to make the same mistake.
Airstreamer's Computing Guide - Setup
- By Michael Yeargin
- Published 04/22/2010
- Getting Started
Computing while on the road presents many challenges and opportunities. This is the final in the series of articles intended to help both the advanced user use their PC's on the road as well as the new streamers get started. This covers some ideas on how you can setup your PC and what accessories you might want to consider such as power, printing, and storage.
Airstreamer's Computing Guide – Connectivity
- By Michael Yeargin
- Published 04/13/2010
- Getting Started
Connection to the internet, what you may not know about what it takes. Connection can be as simple as asking the RV next door.
Airstreamer's Computing Guide – Application Software
- By Michael Yeargin
- Published 04/2/2010
- Getting Started
Part 2 of Airstreamer's Computing Guide. This covers the subject of software selection and how it can impact your current PC or future PC selection
Airstreamer's Computing Guide - Getting Started
- By Michael Yeargin
- Published 03/28/2010
- Getting Started
Computing while on the road presents many challenges and opportunities. This series of articles is intended to help both the advanced user use their PC's on the road as well as the new streamers get started.
Classified Ads - Basics, Tips and Helps
- By Janet H
- Published 10/2/2009
- Getting Started
Buying or selling an Airstream? We can help. The AIR classifieds are free and offered as a membership benefit and our pages are lively and sometimes surprising, with a special focus on vintage Airstreams and hard to find parts.
Preparing for the First Tow Home
- By overlander64
- Published 08/10/2009
- Getting Started
The first trip with an Airstream is often the trip to tow your new prize home. If you have purchased a used Airstream some distance from home, we can help you prepare for unknown situations and awkward surprises. Be safe and savvy as you begin your Airstream adventure!
Propane Tanks
- By Janet H
- Published 12/27/2008
- Getting Started
Propane is used by Airstreamers to fuel stoves, provide heat and even heat water. Carried on the front tongue of the trailer, well maintained propane tanks are a necessity for campers who want to be self contained and able to camp anywhere in comfort.
RV Clubs - are you a joiner?
- By Janet H
- Published 09/24/2008
- Getting Started
Some folks camp to get away from everyone and everything but for many, finding a group of like-minded individuals who also love to camp sounds like the perfect time.
Winterize Your Airstream
- By Janet H
- Published 09/3/2008
- Getting Started
Water left in lines to freeze can cause extensive and expensive repairs and winterizing is a simple undertaking. This annual task is a good time to check systems and take one last look before buttoning up for the winter.
Regardless of whether you choose to do this job yourself or have an RV service center do this, it still must be done annually in most parts of North America.
Choosing The Right Size Airstream
- By Janet H
- Published 06/1/2008
- Getting Started
Chances are good that you will own your trailer for many years. Choose your trailer based on projected use, not the current capacity of your tow vehicle. Vehicles come and go, Airstreams last a looong time.
For the first time RV shopper, deciding what size will be just perfect is a substantial dilemma. Many first time towers are inclined to buy the smallest trailer possible to ease into towing, only to discover that they need more space.