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12-07-2011, 06:38 PM
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3 Rivet Member
2018 25' International
Van Wert
, Ohio
Join Date: Dec 2011
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New Door
I am interested in changing my door (2011 16' Bambi) for one with a window...is it possible and what would be the price of a new door?
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12-07-2011, 08:33 PM
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Rivet Master
1967 22' Safari
MILAN
, Illinois
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Well as new as your trailer is I would try your dealer or Airstream Factory to see if a door w/window is available for your trailer. If there is a door with a window the change out should be easy. If door w/window is not available you might be able to have a porthole window installed in your door by the dealer or factory. Ed
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12-07-2011, 09:18 PM
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Rivet Master
Airstream Dealer
Corona
, California
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Quote:
Originally Posted by hissilver
I am interested in changing my door (2011 16' Bambi) for one with a window...is it possible and what would be the price of a new door?
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Since you live in Ohio, I would suggest you call the factory, and ask them to make an appointment for you, to have a window installed in your door.
Replacing the door is not necessary.
Andy
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12-08-2011, 07:30 AM
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Rivet Master
2007 30' Classic
Oswego
, Illinois
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Inland RV Center, In
Since you live in Ohio, I would suggest you call the factory, and ask them to make an appointment for you, to have a window installed in your door.
Replacing the door is not necessary.
Andy
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Andy, Didn't I read you say in another thread that all the doors, today, come off the same jig? If so, I am sure a window addition would be a piece of cake with off the shelf parts.
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12-08-2011, 08:35 AM
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Rivet Master
Airstream Dealer
Corona
, California
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Quote:
Originally Posted by dznf0g
Andy, Didn't I read you say in another thread that all the doors, today, come off the same jig? If so, I am sure a window addition would be a piece of cake with off the shelf parts.
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Your correct.
Adding the window is easy, and at a reasonable cost.
Andy
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12-08-2011, 02:18 PM
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3 Rivet Member
2018 25' International
Van Wert
, Ohio
Join Date: Dec 2011
Posts: 139
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Thanks for your suggestions...I'll contact the factory and see what they have to say about the install or the trade for another....I just like the idea of having a view out the door before I open it.
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12-08-2011, 07:58 PM
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Rivet Master
2006 19' Safari SE
Tucson
, Arizona
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Welcome to the Forums!
Just to point out that the door windows in newer Airstreams (at least all the ones I've seen) is a frosted glass that you cannot see through.. They do not have curtains or blinds either, as that would complicate the screen door operation...so if "getting a view" is your reason...it may not work unless you can get non-standard glass in it.
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12-08-2011, 09:55 PM
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Rivet Master
2007 30' Classic
Oswego
, Illinois
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Quote:
Originally Posted by TBRich
Welcome to the Forums!
Just to point out that the door windows in newer Airstreams (at least all the ones I've seen) is a frosted glass that you cannot see through.. They do not have curtains or blinds either, as that would complicate the screen door operation...so if "getting a view" is your reason...it may not work unless you can get non-standard glass in it.
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You can get "non-standard" glass at any glass shop. Just don't tell them it is for a door or you will be into specialty glass. Codes require automotive type safety glass in any "vehicle". Like you're going to be riding there anyway! Be creative in your explanation of you r need.
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12-09-2011, 09:21 PM
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Rivet Master
2006 19' Safari SE
Tucson
, Arizona
Join Date: Jun 2007
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That's true...you can get any kind of glass you want...but can you get it in an Airstream window frame, which you would need? I donno.
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12-09-2011, 10:44 PM
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Rivet Master
2012 25' FB Eddie Bauer
Vintage Kin Owner
Virginia Beach
, Virginia
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Let us know if the factory can do clear or smoked glass - I'd like a view out the window too. The 25 FBSE is really deficient in windows on the door side. If you look at the kitchen of the 25 FB you'll see two stacked non-operating windows in the kitchen area - another set like this should work in the door.
Paula
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