New to Airstream, purchased 2018 19CB Tommy

[Jkreis]

Originally Posted by Adam Geuss

Congratulations. You won’t regret buying your AS. The first trip can go extremely

well or can be frustrating. If you are boondocking as is mentioned below, be sure to check out all your systems at home. The water supply and water pump; the hot water if you intend to use it; the refrigerator running on gas and not using battery power. Staying in a facility with all services is always easier and avoids many potential issues. We eventually acquired two batteries; bring along a Honda 3000i generator; plenty of drinking water and generally cook outside. All AS owners manage to find their way but also take time getting there. Expect a few problems to solve and if you have none, bravo. If you do have some, great learning experience. Best of luck always.

Thanks for the great information, but on this trip we will not be boondocking. We are looking forward to this trip.

[AirstreamInc]

Originally Posted by CandTSmith

I am envious! My husband and I purchased our 19’ Tommy Bahama this past May and because of some extremely bad luck have not used it yet.

Please post an update on your maiden trip this weekend.

Hi CandTSmith,

We are very sorry to hear this. Please send us a direct message with your contact information and the last 6 digits of your VIN so we can share it with our Customer Service and Technical Support team.

You can also reach Airstream Customer Service and Technical Support at customer_support@airstream.com

Thank you.

[Jkreis]

Originally Posted by banderabob

Welcome aboard!

A couple of suggestions. You know all those handy little fixit items you are glad you have around the house? Well, you need some in the AS as well. So, purchase a small soft-sided tool carrier, and fill it with some simple items; medium size flat and phillips screwdrivers, medium adjustable wrench, small hammer, WD40 or silicone spray, small flashlight, a set of replacement fuses, duck tape, tire gauge, inexpensive volt meter, spare batteries for remotes and such, you get the idea; think about what you don't want to have run to get at Home Depot! I would suggest you also consider purchasing a torque wrench for the future, to periodically check your wheels, and to absolutely check them whenever a wheel has been removed. And, consider a small air compressor....the day will come when you WILL need it. If you find a tire low one morning, you won't have to worry about finding a gas station. We have been very happy with the Viair 88P with an add-on additional air hose, available on Amazon along with a separate purchase soft carry case. There are Forum members who carry much, much more, but have the room to do so.

And above all, enjoy.

Thanks for info

[Mento05]

Add quick disconnects for garden hoses and y fitting to use utility hose without disconnecting supply line for water. Makita 18v vacuum for cleanups and makta 18v blower for camp SITE and awning blow-off and awing cleanup. Tongue lock for nefarious wanna be Airstream owners. 12 inch level for set up operations

[Sparkle]

Congratulations! You have many happy miles and days ahead. However, first things first. Do not leave home without a breaker bar, a torque wrench and the proper sized lug nut wrench. You might also need an extender for the deep set lugs. You can’t get everything at one time and you can take stuff from home. But you must have these items in case of a flat and for checking the lugs before you travel. Do not depend on road service to have these. The torque setting is in your manual. Have fun!

[ewhitney45]

Focus on learning how all of the systems, appliances, etc. work in your rig under full hook ups and without hook ups aka as if you are boon docking. Electric and propane. There are tons of you tube videos that will help in that regards. Other tips are very good, basic tools are a must have! Suggest you invest in a small drill, along with a socket for lowering and raising the stabelizers. Using a check list is also helpful for your first few trips. And when you are at a camp ground, meet others and have conversations, you will make new friends and learn something in the process. Finally join the WBCCI if you have not already done so along with a local chapter. Here again this will enable you to make new friends who share your sense of adventure, and participate in group rallies. All a very good deal.