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by Sarterfish
Fri Jun 16, 2023 6:56 pm
Forum: Basic Questions
Topic: User manual / checklist?
Replies: 1
Views: 755

Re: User manual / checklist?

In case anyone is interested, I put together a "user manual" for people for the B190. It can be used as a checklist but it is a bit more in-depth as well, in order to educate people I may rent or loan the "Wild Hair" to. The full text is here, because I couldn;t figure out how to...
by Sarterfish
Fri Jun 16, 2023 6:25 pm
Forum: Basic Questions
Topic: New here, and looking at buying a 96 B190... Advice anyone?
Replies: 12
Views: 1864

Re: New here, and looking at buying a 96 B190... Advice anyone?

Update on the mattresses; I ordered from a place called "Foamma" in So Cal. There website is Foamma.com . The cost for two custom cut 28" x 65" mattresses that are 3" high density foam and 1" of gel memory plus two organic cotton covers foam came to $376.78 with tax an...
by Sarterfish
Tue Jun 13, 2023 8:50 pm
Forum: Basic Questions
Topic: Airstream B190 brochures and manuals
Replies: 12
Views: 24214

Re: Airstream B190 brochures and manuals

Thanks a million Skater! Maybe my fridge will work after all! I will try the propane, but that'll only work when it's level right? How level does it need to be? So, what I'm reading from you is; Driving; 12V for minimal cooling, or generator for 120V if I really need it "cold" Parked; Whie...
by Sarterfish
Tue Jun 13, 2023 5:37 pm
Forum: Appliances
Topic: Refrigerator lighting up but not cooling
Replies: 8
Views: 35418

Re: Refrigerator lighting up but not cooling

On the fridges if your fridge is on the right and the front of the B is over 20*+ tilt, the fridge will not work correctly. Same with it on the left but it would be the rear down. You need to get the vehicle level and let the fridge sit off for 8 hours to allow the liquid to settle back where it be...
by Sarterfish
Mon Jun 12, 2023 5:06 pm
Forum: Basic Questions
Topic: Airstream B190 brochures and manuals
Replies: 12
Views: 24214

Re: Airstream B190 brochures and manuals

Ok all, I've finished the "first draft" of my personal B190 user manual. Here's the link, let me know if you have any suggested edits or additions! :-D
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1NJv ... sp=sharing

- Sarterfish
by Sarterfish
Mon Jun 12, 2023 12:05 pm
Forum: Basic Questions
Topic: Airstream B190 brochures and manuals
Replies: 12
Views: 24214

Re: Airstream B190 brochures and manuals

I'm working on a basic operations manual for driving, parking, and camping, so I can lend her out with an easier mind and confidence that people will know how to treat her right. :-). I will share with the group once the 1st draft is finished, and ask for advice on editing. First question that I do ...
by Sarterfish
Fri Jun 09, 2023 1:57 pm
Forum: Basic Questions
Topic: User manual / checklist?
Replies: 1
Views: 755

User manual / checklist?

Hi all, and happy campy Friday! Has anyone here put together a "checklist" or manual for driving, parking, and camping? Sort of an "Operation manual for the B190 Dummy"? My son wants to borrow the van for camping, and something like this would be extremely helpful for letting fam...
by Sarterfish
Thu Jun 08, 2023 9:40 pm
Forum: Basic Questions
Topic: Airstream B190 brochures and manuals
Replies: 12
Views: 24214

Re: Airstream B190 brochures and manuals

Has anyone here put together a "checklist" for driving, parking, and camping? Sort of an "Operation manual for the B190 Dummy"? My son wants to borrow the van for camping, and something like this would be extremley helpful for letting family and friends use my new van. I started ...
by Sarterfish
Tue May 30, 2023 8:14 pm
Forum: Basic Questions
Topic: New here, and looking at buying a 96 B190... Advice anyone?
Replies: 12
Views: 1864

Re: New here, and looking at buying a 96 B190... Advice anyone?

Well, I pulled the trigger! I am now the proud owner of a '97 B190! :-D I need a little adivec if anyone can help; - The ABS light is staying on. Any ideas? - The tank gauges for the propane and black water don't seem to be accurate. Is there a way to fix? - Is there a solar hookup? Can someone dir...
by Sarterfish
Tue May 30, 2023 6:46 pm
Forum: Basic Questions
Topic: New here, and looking at buying a 96 B190... Advice anyone?
Replies: 12
Views: 1864

Re: New here, and looking at buying a 96 B190... Advice anyone?

Well, I pulled the trigger! I am now the proud owner of a '97 B190! :-D I need a little adivec if anyone can help; - The ABS light is staying on. Any ideas? - The tank gauges for the propane and black water don't seem to be accurate. Is there a way to fix? - Is there a solar hookup? Can someone dir...
by Sarterfish
Mon May 29, 2023 10:42 am
Forum: Announcements
Topic: Beware of Scammers
Replies: 1
Views: 33846

Re: Beware of Scammers

Found this scam listed both on Facebook B190 group and in this one. I emailed the seller, who replied for me to send her my full name and address so she could give it to EBay who was holding the van and would deliver it to me for a 5 day trial after payment. I called EBay and they said they do no su...
by Sarterfish
Sun May 28, 2023 11:12 am
Forum: Generators
Topic: Generator starting issues
Replies: 1
Views: 28045

Re: Generator starting issues

Update on the generator starting issue: There's an "altitude adjustment" dial under the carburator. I drove her from 6000 ft. down to 80 ft. where I live. Turned the dial to "0" and it started right up! :-D There was also either previous or prospective rodent trying to set up hou...
by Sarterfish
Sun May 28, 2023 9:43 am
Forum: Basic Questions
Topic: New here, and looking at buying a 96 B190... Advice anyone?
Replies: 12
Views: 1864

Re: New here, and looking at buying a 96 B190... Advice anyone?

Thanks everyone, but it looks like this turned it to be a scam. "Terri" demanded cash only, and when I texted I could get it if everything checks out but would not bring it, she text replied "Sold!". The add went down, but is back up today. I asked by text today if her deal went...
by Sarterfish
Sun May 28, 2023 9:36 am
Forum: Generators
Topic: Generator starting issues
Replies: 1
Views: 28045

Generator starting issues

Hi All, I just bought a B190 and can't get the generator to start. It started and ran, (but with an initial backfire), when I checked it out at LakeTahoe, (elevation 6000 ft.). I restarted it up there and ran it with AC on as well. It sputtered a bit periodically with AC on though up there. Now I've...
by Sarterfish
Sun May 28, 2023 9:32 am
Forum: Generators
Topic: Choke Position
Replies: 1
Views: 5010

Re: Choke Position

Hi Mike, I just bought a B190 and can't get the generator to start. It started and ran, but with an initial backfire, when I checked it out in South lake Tahoe. I restarted it up there and ran it with AC on as well. It sputtered a bit periodically with AC on though. Now I've driven it down to sea le...