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Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 05-09-2022, 11:14 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 20,551
Posted By CaddyGrn
Just throwing in my 2 cents here. My husband...

Just throwing in my 2 cents here. My husband restored our 63 Bambi 15 years ago and put marine-grade plywood down for the floor. He did use some kind of sealer (verathane) to keep out moisture all...
Forum: Jacks, Stabilizers, Lifting and Leveling 06-12-2020, 04:19 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,957
Posted By CaddyGrn
Thanks everyone for the great advice and help! ...

Thanks everyone for the great advice and help! Happy Camping to all!
Forum: Jacks, Stabilizers, Lifting and Leveling 06-11-2020, 11:04 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,957
Posted By CaddyGrn
Question Advice needed on power tongue jack for vintage

Hello everyone. I am going to ask a question to which all answers will likely be welcome as what information I know I could write on the back of a postage stamp!

We have a vintage, 1963 Bambi. ...
Forum: 1974 - 1979 Sovereign 10-24-2019, 06:34 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,072
Posted By CaddyGrn
Great advice here!

Great advice here!
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 05-12-2019, 10:03 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,478
Posted By CaddyGrn
Chris, Oh, I hope you make it this year! ...

Chris,

Oh, I hope you make it this year! And wow... what cool things are you doing to your kitchen?! Drive safely!

Claudia
Forum: Member Introductions 05-03-2019, 10:22 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,457
Posted By CaddyGrn
Welcome to the forums Spartanguy! I am sure...

Welcome to the forums Spartanguy!

I am sure your new 25 will serve you well! Please share photos when you get her, we love photos here! :)
Forum: On The Road... 04-27-2019, 09:30 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 6,259
Posted By CaddyGrn
Sounds like a great time! I would also recommend...

Sounds like a great time! I would also recommend not making reservations ahead of time, unless you will be in a area near a popular Nat'l Park, then maybe a short time prior, or think about...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 04-27-2019, 09:03 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,478
Posted By CaddyGrn
I will bring some "starters" for Dinner Sat....

I will bring some "starters" for Dinner Sat. night.... still working on main dish decisions.
:P
Forum: WBCCI Forum 04-27-2019, 08:46 PM
Replies: 1,319
Views: 308,946
Posted By CaddyGrn
Joe, Thanks so much for all the information!...

Joe,

Thanks so much for all the information! Sorry can't provide the serial number... the frame is super rotten and parts rusted through. It is the shell that is essentially left and use-able....
Forum: Member Introductions 04-27-2019, 08:38 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 931
Posted By CaddyGrn
Welcome to the forums from California! We have...

Welcome to the forums from California! We have a 1963 Bambi that hubby restored 14 years ago, and we are still out enjoying it! I am sure you will create many great memories traveling in your new...
Forum: Our Community 04-23-2019, 09:56 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,711
Posted By CaddyGrn
Thank you for pointing this out! I believe that...

Thank you for pointing this out! I believe that California and Oregon are using Reserve America.... this sort of "scammy" thing chaps my hide! I will keep an eye out if I need to use Reserve...
Forum: On The Road... 04-22-2019, 10:50 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 985
Posted By CaddyGrn
Clubs...

What kind of camping do you actually like or want to do? If you prefer RV parks and full hookups most of the time I think some clubs would be helpful, what I would do is research where you will be...
Forum: Boondocking 04-22-2019, 10:43 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 12,801
Posted By CaddyGrn
Hello everyone, I have read through this...

Hello everyone,

I have read through this thread and lots of information... some a bit over my head. So maybe someone can simplify things for me if possible. We are in California and generally...
Forum: WBCCI Forum 04-22-2019, 10:26 AM
Replies: 1,319
Views: 308,946
Posted By CaddyGrn
Joe, Thanks for helping folks out on this! ...

Joe,

Thanks for helping folks out on this! I know everyone appreciates your efforts! Yikes, I hope you feel better soon!
Forum: WBCCI Forum 04-21-2019, 03:46 PM
Replies: 1,319
Views: 308,946
Posted By CaddyGrn
Yikes.... I posted the question about WBCCI...

Yikes.... I posted the question about WBCCI numbers above.... OMG I forgot to post the actual numbers.... So apologies! Must have been posting with only one cup of coffee... Here are the numbers...
Forum: Stella's Kitchen 04-21-2019, 12:01 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 9,070
Posted By CaddyGrn
Corelle is great.... the only downside I have...

Corelle is great.... the only downside I have found is that if you have really hot off the grill food, or hot soup/chili the heat comes right through to your hands holding the plate! So a hot pad...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 04-21-2019, 11:57 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 7,501
Posted By CaddyGrn
I agree with some of the responses above.... buy...

I agree with some of the responses above.... buy the minimum, like chalks, gloves for sewer, etc. go camping... maybe in your driveway or close by home, see what you think you might need. Use the...
Forum: General Interior Topics 04-21-2019, 11:39 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 14,062
Posted By CaddyGrn
Looks like a great project, and well underway! I...

Looks like a great project, and well underway! I agree with some of the posts above, you might really want to take out all of the inside shell and redo all of the wiring... more work, but you will...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 04-19-2019, 11:18 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,784
Posted By CaddyGrn
What kind of chemicals does the Thermocell give...

What kind of chemicals does the Thermocell give off? Or is it some sort of smell that masks the carbon dioxide that humans give off? Curious about this... we have always used a spray, and often...
Forum: Member Introductions 04-19-2019, 11:03 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 661
Posted By CaddyGrn
Welcome from California! This is certainly the...

Welcome from California! This is certainly the place to find all things Airstream! :)
Forum: The Pet Forum 04-19-2019, 01:19 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,100
Posted By CaddyGrn
Hello, I have the same question/issue. We...

Hello,
I have the same question/issue. We have a younger cat that is more independent than most. She is friendly to us, but not too many other people... she does not like to be picked up at all...
Forum: WBCCI Forum 04-19-2019, 12:58 PM
Replies: 1,319
Views: 308,946
Posted By CaddyGrn
Hello everyone, I will chime in here with...

Hello everyone,

I will chime in here with another possible request.... we just purchased a 1962 Safari a super project trailer... (we've been there done that...) but the shell is great. She has...
Forum: On The Road... 04-17-2019, 10:19 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,277
Posted By CaddyGrn
I would say "wing it" most of the time. There...

I would say "wing it" most of the time. There are some great camping apps for your smart phone and they can help you out a great deal! My favorite single app is: AllStays, but I have about 10 on...
Forum: Full-Timing, Winter Living & Workamping 04-17-2019, 10:07 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 7,710
Posted By CaddyGrn
I would suggest if it is just you and two cats......

I would suggest if it is just you and two cats... no larger than a 25'. Look at resale value as well, the 22' to 24 or 25' are often the most difficult size to find used, and are often a little more...
Forum: General Repair Forum 04-16-2019, 07:11 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 12,348
Posted By CaddyGrn
I don't have a breakdown, but 14 years ago we...

I don't have a breakdown, but 14 years ago we completely did a shell off of a 1963 Bambi. I figured restoring everything (all the appliances still worked and were in great shape) ran us around...
Forum: 1961 - 1963 Bambi 08-14-2018, 06:04 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 28,462
Posted By CaddyGrn
Ok folks, been reading this thread... we have a...

Ok folks, been reading this thread... we have a 1963 Bambi, made in California. Trying to figure out where it might have been in the "line up" for California that year... all ideas welcome. Here is...
Forum: On The Road... 08-08-2018, 11:05 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,837
Posted By CaddyGrn
Just curious how far west are you coming? ...

Just curious how far west are you coming? California and Oregon have terrible fires right now and many roads are closed, along with some parks (Yosemite is closed for example). :( Washington State...
Forum: Member Introductions 08-07-2018, 12:25 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,142
Posted By CaddyGrn
Welcome to the forums! If you aren't sure about...

Welcome to the forums! If you aren't sure about what Airstream... check out the rally schedule here on the forums and go to one... often the rallys have lots of folks that will answer questions, let...
Forum: Our Community 07-23-2018, 11:14 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,746
Posted By CaddyGrn
Welcome to the forums and the great adventure of...

Welcome to the forums and the great adventure of owning, camping and travel in an Airstream! :)
Forum: On The Road... 07-21-2018, 11:47 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,290
Posted By CaddyGrn
I always found kids were very portable! :) Good...

I always found kids were very portable! :) Good safety seat, get out and move often with the little ones (as well as yourself) and have fun!
Forum: Member Introductions 07-21-2018, 12:12 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 743
Posted By CaddyGrn
Welcome to the forums! Love your Pacer! Sweet...

Welcome to the forums! Love your Pacer! Sweet trailer! Happy Travels!
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 07-19-2018, 11:18 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,188
Posted By CaddyGrn
Welcome to the forums! This is the very best...

Welcome to the forums! This is the very best thing to learn all things Airstream! Have fun and get out their camping!
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 07-19-2018, 11:16 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,123
Posted By CaddyGrn
We have a 63 Bambi and we removed all the...

We have a 63 Bambi and we removed all the original plumbing lines except for a few things like a vent that was good, etc. when we restored our trailer. Our plumbing lines were copper and we replaced...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 07-19-2018, 11:10 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,686
Posted By CaddyGrn
Hello, If you can post a photo of what you...

Hello,

If you can post a photo of what you need (take a pic of the broken handle...) it might help folks respond. In the meantime you might check out Vintage Trailer Supply and see if they have...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 07-19-2018, 11:06 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,090
Posted By CaddyGrn
Welcome to the forums, and best wishes for happy...

Welcome to the forums, and best wishes for happy traveling!
Forum: Member Introductions 07-16-2018, 03:07 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 610
Posted By CaddyGrn
Welcome to the forums! A full restoration is...

Welcome to the forums! A full restoration is quite a journey...but well worth it! Congrats and have a great time!

If you are looking for folks who have restored Airstreams before, my hubby...
Forum: 1984 - 1989 Sovereign 07-14-2018, 08:06 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,013
Posted By CaddyGrn
Your old parts...

The suggestion about putting the parts you are removing from your trailer on the classifieds is perfect. If you don't get any response from them after a bit, I suggest even putting on Craigslist for...
Forum: On The Road... 07-13-2018, 12:09 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 873
Posted By CaddyGrn
If you have time... I would opt to go a bit north...

If you have time... I would opt to go a bit north travel 26 over to Hwy 97 and then south, it will take you right to Klamath Falls. 97 is a good road, with quite a few places to camp and things to...
Forum: On The Road... 07-13-2018, 12:01 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 885
Posted By CaddyGrn
Yikes, driving I-5 in the summer.... be prepared...

Yikes, driving I-5 in the summer.... be prepared for hot, hot, roads, lots of truck traffic. Driving through or in Sacramento can be "hairy" so I would advise not to traverse the area during commute...
Forum: On The Road... 07-12-2018, 11:48 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 735
Posted By CaddyGrn
YouTube has quite a community of full time RVers...

YouTube has quite a community of full time RVers that also earn their living on the road. If you anticipate working remotely, then I suggest you search through Technomedia's channel to see what...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 07-12-2018, 11:39 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,529
Posted By CaddyGrn
Highway 50 through Nevada is great! Austin is a...

Highway 50 through Nevada is great! Austin is a cute little town where you can grab some food and probably fuel. If my fuzzy memory serves there is a free campground not too far out of Austin that...
Forum: On The Road... 07-08-2018, 11:58 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 885
Posted By CaddyGrn
What route are you taking from Ashland? Going...

What route are you taking from Ashland? Going over to Klamath Falls and then down 161 to 139 and on to 395? Or some other route? If you wind up down 395 your only way into Yosemite will be back up...
Forum: On The Road... 07-08-2018, 11:48 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,956
Posted By CaddyGrn
We camp in a Bambi, so when we are packing we try...

We camp in a Bambi, so when we are packing we try a couple of things.... I pack a lot of what I think I need to take in clear plastic tubs and put them in the back of the truck. One might go in the...
Forum: On The Road... 07-08-2018, 11:42 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,754
Posted By CaddyGrn
Hi, Afraid I can't give you ideas on Wyoming...

Hi,

Afraid I can't give you ideas on Wyoming camping... but can give you some suggestions on nice places further West. Not sure if you are going to be in a hurry (but assume you are at 300 miles...
Forum: On The Road... 07-08-2018, 11:29 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 839
Posted By CaddyGrn
Where is this? Great photo by the way!

Where is this? Great photo by the way!
Forum: On The Road... 06-19-2018, 12:53 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 12,020
Posted By CaddyGrn
Awful!

Awful!
Forum: On The Road... 06-19-2018, 12:49 PM
Replies: 2,893
Views: 710,678
Posted By CaddyGrn
Beautiful!

Beautiful!
Forum: Airstream Classifieds 04-23-2018, 11:46 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 532
Posted By CaddyGrn
Wanted: 1963 Bambi original Heater Knob/Grill

Title: Add New - Airstream Trailer Classifieds - Airstream Trailers For Sale
I just posted a new ad on Airstream Classifieds.

Looking for an original 1963 Airstream Bambi heater knob. ...
Forum: Dollars & Cents 04-15-2018, 05:41 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,497
Posted By CaddyGrn
My husband restored our small Airstream over 10...

My husband restored our small Airstream over 10 years ago.... we actually "restored" the original with a frame off. We upgraded the water system with pex and were glad we did, but we followed the...
Forum: On The Road... 04-14-2018, 06:56 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 8,935
Posted By CaddyGrn
Reserve America has lots of glitches it seems and...

Reserve America has lots of glitches it seems and yes, booking way in advance is sometimes difficult! However, with that said, you might look around and find a forest service or BLM campground or...
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