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Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 01-22-2024, 02:24 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,367
Posted By Gsnedike
2018 Flying Cloud 20FB

Like most have already mentioned, we love our Bambi! If the climb over bed is an issue just drop the table down at night and use that as a second bed. I N 6’2” 185 lbs and I find it very...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 08-18-2023, 10:47 AM
Replies: 114
Views: 23,135
Posted By Gsnedike
Gas mileage towing

We tow a 2020 Flying Cloud FB Bambi with a Ford 2018 six cylinde, 3 liter, F150 turbo diesel. Highway 65-75 we get 27-28 mpg, towing our Bambi, 17-18. There aren’t a lot of them out there and they...
Forum: Rock Guards, Segment & Window Protectors 07-31-2023, 02:18 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 683
Posted By Gsnedike
Fastener question

My 2018 20’FB is missing the 1/2 screw fastener that secured the left window shield in place. There are two such fasteners that secure each window shield that swings out giving access to the inner...
Forum: General Repair Forum 09-10-2022, 05:10 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,430
Posted By Gsnedike
Had same problem with the left side of the...

Had same problem with the left side of the trailer ripped up pretty badly. JC did an excellent job making it right.

BTW - always loosen and torque your lug nuts to the recommended ft/lbs. the...
Forum: 1970 - 1973 Overlander 11-12-2021, 07:11 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,469
Posted By Gsnedike
VW camper experience

We slept six in a 1996 VW Camper in Rehoboth Beach one night! The three boys were supposed to sleep in a tent but heavy rain drove them into the camper. My wife and I were comfy in the pop top and...
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 10-06-2021, 09:16 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 755
Posted By Gsnedike
Coleman Lantern Use

I was wondering if anyone uses a Coleman lantern in their Airstream for light and also heat. If so would you share your experience and let us know if you leave a window cracked slightly to bring in...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 09-27-2021, 08:47 AM
Replies: 103
Views: 13,173
Posted By Gsnedike
Love my 2018 F150 Diesel

I have the new F150 diesel and pull a 2018 20FB Flying Cloud. The power is outstanding with minimal shifting on hills. I get between 16 and 18 mpg pulling our Airstream and 25 to 28 without it. I...
Forum: Electronics & Connectivity 08-22-2021, 03:21 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,007
Posted By Gsnedike
Honda 2000 running ac

We just came back from Massachusetts where we ran into excessive heat. I had my Honda 2000 in the back of myu truck and after running the ac for less than 2 minutes it went in overload mode. I...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 12-31-2020, 09:52 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,363
Posted By Gsnedike
Love the f150 diesel

Bought my F150 Lariat in November of 2018 and love it! I pull a 2018 20’ Bambi Safari (4500 lbs) and hardly know it’s there. We get 16+ mpg in hill driving and up to 20 mpg on flat ground in FL.
...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 09-07-2020, 11:37 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,792
Posted By Gsnedike
Live our F150 diesel pulling our 2018 20’FB...

Live our F150 diesel pulling our 2018 20’FB Bambi. Plea NYU of power and great gas mileage: 16-21mpg depending on time of year and terrain.
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 07-27-2020, 07:37 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 26,823
Posted By Gsnedike
Starts then immediately stops

The 2000i has an auto shut off if the oil level is low. Works for me!
Forum: Tires 05-20-2020, 09:44 AM
Replies: 135
Views: 18,916
Posted By Gsnedike
Me too!

Several years ago we suffered a blow out on our 2006 19’ Bambi. The wheel well and drivers side aluminum panel were both damaged severely. Insurance covered the cost and it was considered an...
Forum: Computers, Internet & Satellite 03-26-2020, 04:50 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 6,368
Posted By Gsnedike
Canon Pixma 110 is small and easy to set up and...

Canon Pixma 110 is small and easy to set up and we have found it reliable.
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 01-23-2020, 02:51 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 8,210
Posted By Gsnedike
Dollar Tree has led lanterns for $1 each. Buy...

Dollar Tree has led lanterns for $1 each. Buy what you need and place them where you want to park. Done!
Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 12-17-2019, 06:53 AM
Replies: 129
Views: 34,169
Posted By Gsnedike
Picture attached below:

Frontier Land Campgrounds just north of Saratoga Springs, NY.
Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 09-19-2019, 07:20 PM
Replies: 129
Views: 34,169
Posted By Gsnedike
352540 Just the two of us!

352540

Just the two of us!
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 07-14-2019, 03:32 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 41,378
Posted By Gsnedike
I purchased 2 Honda 2000 gen in 2009 and use them...

I purchased 2 Honda 2000 gen in 2009 and use them throughout the year. I purchased a new 20’ Bambi last year and installed an easy start on the Bambi. I can now run the heat/air heat pump using...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 06-03-2019, 05:26 PM
Replies: 3,437
Views: 720,870
Posted By Gsnedike
I purchased a 20’ 2018 Flying Cloud Bambi last...

I purchased a 20’ 2018 Flying Cloud Bambi last year and the water heater would not run on propane, only on electric. Long story short, AS is aware of a problem with the circuit board. My repair guy...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 06-03-2019, 01:16 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 576
Posted By Gsnedike
2018 20’ Flying Cloud Bambi the charging part of the converter charger will not charg

Last year we purchased a 2018 20’ Flying Cloud Bambi and the charging part of the converter charger will not charge the batteries. Before I replace the entire system under warrantee I thought I...
Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 06-02-2019, 08:11 PM
Replies: 129
Views: 34,169
Posted By Gsnedike
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Forum: Tires 04-10-2019, 09:23 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 13,904
Posted By Gsnedike
I didn’t have a TPMS system several years ago and...

I didn’t have a TPMS system several years ago and suffered a blowout that ripped the wheel well causing thousands of dollars of damage. I don’t know if the air was slowly leaking from the tire...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 03-31-2019, 08:50 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 9,174
Posted By Gsnedike
I used the HF 100 watt panels all last summer and...

I used the HF 100 watt panels all last summer and they kept my 2018 Flying Cloud batteries fully charged without a problem or overcharging them. Very satisfied!
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 03-31-2019, 03:06 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,557
Posted By Gsnedike
Does anyone know if the inverter has to be in the...

Does anyone know if the inverter has to be in the on position when on 30 amp service in order to charge the batteries?
Forum: General Repair Forum 03-18-2019, 05:17 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,578
Posted By Gsnedike
I have owned a 26’ Jayco box trailer that was...

I have owned a 26’ Jayco box trailer that was horrible in cross winds and when passed by big trucks. I have owned 2 airstreams and they have no such problems. I travel 60 mph on Rt 95 with big...
Forum: Winter Living 02-25-2019, 06:17 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 9,051
Posted By Gsnedike
My new 2018 Safari 20’ has electric heat via...

My new 2018 Safari 20’ has electric heat via controls in the bath that provide heat to the tanks. Why not add a heat pad to each tank.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 02-17-2019, 07:52 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 14,638
Posted By Gsnedike
I picked the 2018 F150 Lariat 4x4 with the new...

I picked the 2018 F150 Lariat 4x4 with the new turbo diesel and 10 speed trans. I get 18mpg towing a 2018 20’ Flying Cloud and 29 mpg on the open road.
I couldn’t be more pleased and I have all...
Forum: On The Road... 02-12-2019, 09:54 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,113
Posted By Gsnedike
Contact a local campground and see if they. An...

Contact a local campground and see if they. An give you a special storage price.
Forum: Our Community 02-10-2019, 08:43 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 13,445
Posted By Gsnedike
There is one guy I know of who rents his new 25’...

There is one guy I know of who rents his new 25’ Airstream in the Jorden Lake StstevPark in the Raleigh NC area. After getting a deposit and rental dates he gets an available site at the park, ...
Forum: General Repair Forum 02-09-2019, 09:36 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 7,989
Posted By Gsnedike
First I would get a repair quote from an...

First I would get a repair quote from an Airstream Dealer including info on how it will compare to non damaged panels. If the repair is more than the value of the unit hopefully you will at least...
Forum: Trailer Values 02-05-2019, 05:34 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,097
Posted By Gsnedike
I recently (April 2018) sold my 2006 Airstream...

I recently (April 2018) sold my 2006 Airstream Safari Bambi 19’ for $25,000. The unit was in excellent condition. Had a good deal of interest and the price seemed right. Hope that helps you! ...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 02-05-2019, 04:54 PM
Replies: 129
Views: 26,309
Posted By Gsnedike
The oil percentage at 6000 miles shows only 55%...

The oil percentage at 6000 miles shows only 55% used so I’m guessing the change will occur at 10,000 miles. Added DEF at 5000 miles at a cost of $20..
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 02-03-2019, 06:09 PM
Replies: 129
Views: 26,309
Posted By Gsnedike
I puirchased our 2018 F150 Diesel this past...

I puirchased our 2018 F150 Diesel this past November. After 6000 of miles I couldn’t be more happy with the truck. We sold our 2006 Airstream Bambi this past April for exactly what we paid for it...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 01-02-2019, 12:46 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 10,245
Posted By Gsnedike
Our first trailer was a 25’ because we were told ...

Our first trailer was a 25’ because we were told we would be sorry if we went any smaller. After 3 years we had enough and traded down to a 19’ Bambi. We purchased the Used 2 year old Bambi and...
Forum: Computers, Internet & Satellite 12-02-2018, 02:48 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 12,290
Posted By Gsnedike
We have a 2018 20’ Bambi and we stream Prime,...

We have a 2018 20’ Bambi and we stream Prime, Netflix and YouTube right from our iPhone to our TV. We have an unlimited data plan use the apple HDMI/ litening adaptor. It will stream all day as it...
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 09-19-2018, 10:20 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,364
Posted By Gsnedike
Call Airstream Cust Service for new Panasonic board!

Just went through a bad board on my new Flying Cloud 20’FB. Atwood knew they had serious QC problems with their boards and still continued to send out bad boards. After 2nd bad board the Airstream...
Forum: Full-Timing, Winter Living & Workamping 09-14-2018, 06:58 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 14,514
Posted By Gsnedike
We owned a 2006 19’ Bambi for 9 years and used it...

We owned a 2006 19’ Bambi for 9 years and used it occasionally in the winter. If operating on battery power the stock propane heater works great but the electric fan is a power hog so your battery...
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 08-29-2018, 11:03 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,344
Posted By Gsnedike
Atwood water heater finally fixed!

After almost 4 months, many phone calls and 4 visits to my place by an Atwood approved tech our 2018 20’ Flying Cloud water heater is fixed. It took a new circuit board shipment from Airstream to...
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 08-18-2018, 07:56 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,344
Posted By Gsnedike
My tech bypassed the diode and it still would not...

My tech bypassed the diode and it still would not ignite. Hoping the new board from Airstream will fix this problem!
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 08-17-2018, 05:07 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,344
Posted By Gsnedike
Angry Atwood Water Heater

Sorry Lakewood for your trouble! The circuit boards are a known problem and Atwood may still be sending out bad boards because the one they sent to my tech appears to have been bad. I have been in...
Forum: On The Road... 08-14-2018, 04:18 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 10,758
Posted By Gsnedike
We had a tire blow on us in PA on Rt 81. Never...

We had a tire blow on us in PA on Rt 81. Never had a clue it was losing pressure and only knew we had a problem when it was flinging rubber. The damage was considerable to the plumbing as well as...
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 08-14-2018, 04:00 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,344
Posted By Gsnedike
Atwood Water Heater will not run on propane

We picked up our new 20’ Flying Cloud in early June and traveled to our cabin in upstate NY. Right out of the gate the Atwood water heater refused to lite on propane but would work properly on shore...
Forum: Buyer Guidelines 05-15-2018, 08:03 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 9,044
Posted By Gsnedike
I too have owned various camping vehicles. The...

I too have owned various camping vehicles. The best all around winner by far is the Airstream. I think so highly of the privilege of owning one that I was inspired to write the following poem:
...
Forum: General Repair Forum 05-15-2018, 07:32 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,606
Posted By Gsnedike
I too had my fridge door shelves break at the...

I too had my fridge door shelves break at the corners. Apparently the plastic can’t accommodate soda cans and bumpy roads simultaneously. Rather than pay the exorbitantly high price for a...
Forum: Airstream Classifieds 03-17-2018, 01:58 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 405
Posted By Gsnedike
2006 Airstream Safari 19 - North Carolina

Title: 2006 Airstream Safari 19 - North Carolina
I just posted a new ad on Airstream Classifieds.

S a l e. P e n d i n g
My wife and I purchased our Bambi for our 40th wedding anniversary...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 01-12-2016, 02:47 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 11,207
Posted By Gsnedike
Honda 2000i Rule

I have had 2 Honda 2000i generators for 7 years and they run like the day I bought them. Most of the time I can get by running only 1 unit. If I run the air conditioner on my 19' Bambi I run both...
Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 10-08-2013, 03:43 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 923
Posted By Gsnedike
Battery question

What should my voltage read when the battery is fully charged and also while charging?
Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 08-24-2011, 03:47 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 11,548
Posted By Gsnedike
Harper, can you post a pic of your counter...

Harper, can you post a pic of your counter extension? I am thinking of doing the same thing using a pair of small door type hinges so I can slide the extension On and off as needed. I am not sure...
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 08-21-2011, 03:53 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,871
Posted By Gsnedike
Counter top space

E have a 19' Bambi and were wondering if anyone had any good tips on how to get more counter space. Perhaps adding a hinged shelf to the right of the sink. Not to much to work with as is.
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 08-21-2011, 10:16 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 34,763
Posted By Gsnedike
Can you tell me more about your 53 Watt solar...

Can you tell me more about your 53 Watt solar panel; do you hook it directly to your batteries?
Forum: Windows & Screens 08-21-2011, 09:56 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,289
Posted By Gsnedike
Smile Screen for Bambi rear window

We have a 2006 Bambi and would like to hear from anyone who knows where I can get a screen for the rear window. On hot nights the increased circulation would be great. I know it is a escape window...
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