Airstream Basecamp 2020 Owner's Manual page 83

Maintenance
1. Where can I find my trailer serial number?
Answer: A label is attached on the roadside near
the front of the trailer. This label will also provide the
inflation pressure of the tires and GVWR. The serial
number of the trailer is also stamped on the street side
of the A frame by the LPG tanks.
2. Visor suggestions:
Your visor is intended to provide shade and light rain
protection. If used in light rain conditions be sure to tilt
the visor slightly to let water run off. Light winds should
not affect the visors use. If you are leaving your trailer
for long periods or in threatening weather, the visor
should be removed. The visor and tents website is
www.Pahaque.com.
3. Suggestions for cleaning the exterior of my
Airstream.
Airstream recommends washing the trailer using a
mild auto detergent safe for clear coated surfaces.
Airstream recommends washing based on operating
conditions and waxing a minimum of twice a year.
Walbernize Superseal is a product that was designed
specifically for Airstream and provides good wax
protection�
4. Can I use a nylon cover for my Airstream?
Answer: Airstream does not recommend using any type
of cover. The installation and movement of the cover in
windy conditions could scratch the clearcoat.
5. My exterior door is hard to open, is this
normal?
Answer: The exterior doors are designed differently
than a flat surface door. The doors are over bent in
order to apply more pressure at the top and bottom of
the door for better sealing. Also, on uneven surfaces
the trailer can be in a slight twist that could affect
closing. Make sure the trailer is as level as possible.
2020 Basecamp
6. What should I use to clean the aluminum on the
interior of my Airstream?
Answer: The interior aluminum is the same as the
exterior aluminum and has a clear coat finish and
could be cleaned the same way. For an easy, no mess
suggestion, we recommend using a product such as
lemon Pledge® for a quick way to remove finger prints
and smudges.
7. What is a rubber torsion axle?
Answer: Your trailer has Dexter rubber torsion axles,
this type of axle has internal rubber cords that provide
load carrying capacity verses leaf spring type axles.
Reminder - never jack up the trailer using rubber
torsion axle tubes!
8. My windows are sticking and don't open easily;
what is wrong?
Answer: Your windows have rubber seals around the
edges which in extreme, heat and dusty conditions can
become sticky. You can help prevent this by regularly
cleaning window seals with soapy water and applying
a silicone product or Aerospace Protectant 303 to the
seals.
9. My pedestal table leg is stuck and can't be
removed?
Answer: An O-ring is placed on the threaded end of the
pedestal legs to prevent overtightening when installing.
Make sure the O-ring is in place and in good condition
before installing the legs. It is recommended the legs
only be turned until one click is heard. Overtightening
the legs can damage the socket and make removal
difficult. A household jar opener on the post may
provide added grip and leverage�
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