[A/S] Re: checklist

[Chris Koehn <timberguides@xxxxxxxxx>]

This is an excellent discussion and I would only add a few comments:

*30 amp service is only needed if you need to run your air conditioner. 
20 amp, or even 15 amp is fine to run the rest of the trailer. we have 
camped this winter for weeks at a time without any power connection, 
relying on our Honda EU 2000i generator (2000 watts max at 13.3 amps). 
Even on "eco throttle" mode it's more than enough to run the trailer 
and all of our electronic gadgets, including vacuum cleaner, as well as 
charge the batteries.
Limiting yourself to 30 amps will preclude you from many great state 
and national parks, not to mention boondocking- which I personally find 
quite enjoyable.

*Leveling up is important to the proper operation of your fridge- and 
it makes living in your Airstream less reminiscent of being in a 
listing sailboat's cabin.. We have found the Linx Leveler system to be 
easy to use. The intelligent design will not slip when backing on and 
can be layered up to get just the right height.

*Two other after market purchases we've made that we've come to 
appreciate, both from Camping World:
	Chock and Lock Tandem wheel trailer chocks. These help greatly with 
movement in the trailer when occupied. They also offer an extra level 
of security, as they can be locked in place, rendering the trailer 
un-towable. ~ $70 /pr.
	Tongue Twister. This is a device that works with a large threaded rod, 
allowing the operator to move the trailer's tongue from side to side, 
allowing for less than perfect alignment on the ball. Alignment is 
especially difficult for beginners and for situations in which your tow 
vehicle needs to be out of parallel with the trailer. CW offers these 
for ~$40. Hensley sells an identical product for ~$50.
	

Best,

Chris Koehn
who just concluded boondocking in Canyon De Chelly, AZ- an amazing 
place..

1979 @ 31' Int'l Sov.
<www.koehnjourney.blogspot.com>