A37, A39 Tech Help

[Howard Lefkowitz]

I purchased a new A37 in September 2008. I recently fixed my last known problem area and now can say everything works as intended (until I find some new problem that has not shown up yet). Since this is an all Electric/Diesel Coach (no propane) many of the problems where electrical in nature. There where also several design defects, wiring mistakes and faulty modules. Over the pass several months I have had service work done at three Airstream dealers, Airstream factory and two Freightliner dealers. There is very little information on this Coach since only about 25 where made, however, I have collected virtually all that was available and have also generated some new schematics. There are several design defects which I have found and corrected

I am very pleased with the A37 both in livability and performance. The storage is outstanding and contrary to popular myth I can boondock for almost one week with no hook-ups and without running the generator. Since the generator is 12 KW it will easily run everything even in a SW desert. I get about 11 to 14 mpg on a level road at 65mph and an overall average so far of almost 8 mpg with or without a tow vehicle.

I will be happy to help anyone that has purchased one of these Coaches or anyone considering it. Just send me your questions at: [moderator edit: email removed to protect member from spammers. Please respond w private messages.]

[Airhog1]

Howard,

Congrats on your coach. I think they are just beautiful!

Happy Streamin'!

G

[Minnie's Mate]

I too think they are beautiful coaches and just about the only Motorhome that I am interested in owning. However, I also love my 30' Airstream Safari Bunk. If only the A-Liner had been available with bunk bed options I would have seriously considered trading the "Changes" in on one for the family while they were still being made.

Congratulations on your beautiful coach and getting her all ship shape!

One thing you may not be aware of, if I understand correctly, Airstream didn't actually build the A-Series motorhomes. They were contracted out to a custom coach builder in Oak Grove, OH (IIRC). They were the original designer of he prototype and expanded their production capacity to include mass () production of the A-Series. So, I guess you can't blame all QA problems on the mother ship.

[Minnie's Mate]

BTW, Gene, when you guys took over the inventory from Middle Tennessee Airstream, did you get the A-Series units they had in stock? If so, I take it you have sold them already since last I heard there was only one unsold A-37 in inventory in the country.

[ktgsmokey]

Hi Howard,

I just purchased a 2006 A39 which has performed flawlessly for about 3,000 miles thus far. As I start getting into it more deeply, can you point me to resource data and info about the A37/39 series?

Do you still have your A37?

Thanks,

Kimbal

[israndy]

What's the diff between the two? How many were ever made?

[ktgsmokey]

Basically just two feet. The A39 is two feet longer which provides a deep wardrobe closet in the rear. Otherwise I believe the A37 and A39 are identical in layout and features.

[azflycaster]

Originally Posted by ktgsmokey

Hi Howard,

I just purchased a 2006 A39 which has performed flawlessly for about 3,000 miles thus far. As I start getting into it more deeply, can you point me to resource data and info about the A37/39 series?

Do you still have your A37?

Thanks,

Kimbal

Sadly, Howard passed away in 2015. He was a well known member of the Airstream Club who always shared his vast knowledge with the Airstream Comunity.