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Forum: Off Topic Forum 02-18-2024, 02:05 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,416
Posted By BudE
I'm 77 and have had my pacemaker for several...

I'm 77 and have had my pacemaker for several years. I bike, water ski, snow ski and hike with no problems from the pacemaker. Wish my knees felt as good as my heart.
Forum: On The Road... 01-10-2023, 09:34 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,322
Posted By BudE
You shouldn't have any problems but may be...

You shouldn't have any problems but may be disappointed in your TV's performance if you go over passes of 10,000 ft or more. I switched from a V-8 TV to a turbo V-6 and experienced a huge...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 10-17-2022, 09:07 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 7,952
Posted By BudE
Ford Explorer Sport or ST with 6 cylinder...

Ford Explorer Sport or ST with 6 cylinder EcoBoost engine. It's great on hills and high altitude.
Forum: Our Community 07-10-2022, 03:17 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,713
Posted By BudE
I've been towing my 16' with a 2017 Ford Explorer...

I've been towing my 16' with a 2017 Ford Explorer Sport which has the 6 cylinder Ecoboost engine. Best tow vehicle I've ever had. Gets up to 24 mpg on highways, and 15 mpg on trips with my Bambi. ...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-24-2021, 09:42 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 15,900
Posted By BudE
I have a 16' International that's probably a bit...

I have a 16' International that's probably a bit heavier than your Bambi. I tow with a 2017 Ford Explorer Sport which has the 6 cylinder EcoTech engine and recently completed 900 mile trip through...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 11-20-2020, 11:20 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 7,788
Posted By BudE
Thumbs up After towing my 2010 International 16 for many...

After towing my 2010 International 16 for many years with a 2008 Volvo XC 90 with a V-8, I found it inadequate at higher elevations. The newer versions would do much better. I purchased a 2017 Ford...
Forum: On The Road... 02-25-2020, 10:56 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,132
Posted By BudE
Campgrounds, Utah

Best place to stay in Monument Valley is Gouldings. Very clean, well organized and beautiful views.

Best place to stay in or near Green River Utah is the Shady Acres RV park. Very clean, and...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 11-15-2017, 09:54 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 27,208
Posted By BudE
I've been towing my 2010 16' International with a...

I've been towing my 2010 16' International with a 2008 Volvo XC90, V-8 for several years over Colorado mountain passes as well as the flats. It now has 220,000 miles and is going strong. I've been...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 07-08-2017, 12:52 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 8,686
Posted By BudE
I seem to be the only one on the forum that has...

I seem to be the only one on the forum that has spoken in favor of a used Volvo XC 90 with a V-8 engine. I've been pulling a 16 ft International ( a little lighter than the 22 Sport but heavier than...
Forum: Jacks, Stabilizers, Lifting and Leveling 06-03-2017, 11:41 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 7,769
Posted By BudE
I recently had a similar problem with my 2010 16...

I recently had a similar problem with my 2010 16 ft. International with a Barker jack. I called Barker in Ohio and a very friendly service rep suggested it was a faulty toggle switch. He sent me a...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 05-24-2017, 09:57 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 27,208
Posted By BudE
Just to clarify, my 2008 Volvo XC-90 has the V-8...

Just to clarify, my 2008 Volvo XC-90 has the V-8 option which includes a beefed up suspension.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 05-23-2017, 10:24 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 27,208
Posted By BudE
I believe the Volvo XC-90 may be underrated for...

I believe the Volvo XC-90 may be underrated for towing capacity, and my 2008 has been a great tow vehicle and has been very reliable. If you just want one vehicle for everyday use and towing, the...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 05-11-2017, 11:13 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 27,208
Posted By BudE
I have a 2010 16ft International which is a bit...

I have a 2010 16ft International which is a bit heavier than your Sport. My tow vehicle is a 2008 Volvo XC-90 with a V-8 engine that's no longer available. This is my one and only vehicle and it...
Forum: On The Road... 06-20-2016, 11:35 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,190
Posted By BudE
Wonderful place. Campground fills early, but...

Wonderful place. Campground fills early, but there's open camping on BLM land just outside the park to the east.
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 02-20-2016, 11:56 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,053
Posted By BudE
wall crack

I experienced a similar vertical crack in my 2010 16ft International. The crack was on the wall between the head door and bed, below a mirror. It just appeared one day for no apparent reason. Have...
Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 02-19-2016, 11:55 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,182
Posted By BudE
two batteries

I have a 2010 16ft International and added a second battery. I had my dealer fabricate a bracket to hold both batteries where one had previously been located. Also installed a 100 watt solar panel...
Forum: Brakes & Brake Controllers 05-19-2015, 10:33 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,819
Posted By BudE
These folks are great. They picked up my Bambi...

These folks are great. They picked up my Bambi in Colorado, took it to Boise for a repair, and returned it at no cost. Great customer service.
Forum: On The Road... 02-10-2015, 02:21 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,811
Posted By BudE
Try Heaton Bay in Frisco, CO. It's on Lake...

Try Heaton Bay in Frisco, CO. It's on Lake Dillon, and is not scheduled to close until Sept. 26th. Close to restaurants, ski resorts, shops, great fishing and hiking. Campsites are paved, very...
Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 01-09-2015, 10:52 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 43,358
Posted By BudE
It may take a while to find a 16 ft....

It may take a while to find a 16 ft. International. They stopped making them in 2012 and I have not seen many for sale. The wrap around rear window is really nice!
Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 01-07-2015, 11:26 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 43,358
Posted By BudE
16 vs 19 ft

I purchased a 2010 16ft International last May and have loved it. With a second battery and solar panel, it's been great for boondocking. The wet bath has not been a problem and it tows very well...
Forum: Photography 01-03-2015, 11:21 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 14,633
Posted By BudE
Open Spaces

This was one of my more memorable moments captured on BLM lands (free camping) just outside of Capital Reef National Park, Utah.
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 11-25-2014, 10:35 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 18,078
Posted By BudE
Yes, looks like they used the rubber rivet nuts...

Yes, looks like they used the rubber rivet nuts shown. And they were sealed. As I mentioned previously, I'm sure there will be opinions pro and con.
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 11-25-2014, 10:33 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 18,078
Posted By BudE
The only reason the two lower "grommets" pulled...

The only reason the two lower "grommets" pulled out is that the upper two fasteners came loose from the panel. At 60 mph and the panel flapping in the wind, I'm not surprised they couldn't hold.
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 11-24-2014, 11:42 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 18,078
Posted By BudE
They originally used one grommet per fastener. ...

They originally used one grommet per fastener. There are now two grommets per fastener, and the fasteners are well attached to the grommets and panel. I've never encountered this type of "grommet"...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 11-10-2014, 04:27 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 18,078
Posted By BudE
My little trailer was just returned to me by the...

My little trailer was just returned to me by the dealer, Airstream Adventures N.W. They had a driver pick it up in Colorado a week ago, took it to Boise for repairs and a little extra work they...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 10-28-2014, 04:15 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 18,078
Posted By BudE
I'm happy to report that I just received a call...

I'm happy to report that I just received a call from the Dealer saying they would send a driver to pick up my Bambi, take it to their facility (in another state), make things right, and bring it...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 10-24-2014, 04:39 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,710
Posted By BudE
I have the factory hitch but it was installed by...

I have the factory hitch but it was installed by the dealer. I have a small transmission cooler and when I asked my service advisor about adding a bigger one, he discouraged it. In his opinion,...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 10-24-2014, 03:02 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,710
Posted By BudE
I have a 2008 Volvo XC 90 with V8 and purchased...

I have a 2008 Volvo XC 90 with V8 and purchased it because I had such a good experience with a 2001 XC 70. Sound familiar!? I have been towing a 2010 International 16 without any issues. Sometimes...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 10-24-2014, 09:56 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 18,078
Posted By BudE
Thanks again for all the good information. I'm...

Thanks again for all the good information. I'm going to give the dealer a couple more days to respond. If the response isn't positive, I'll post the response but will refrain from naming the...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 10-23-2014, 10:12 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 18,078
Posted By BudE
Dealer is asking for guidance from "regional...

Dealer is asking for guidance from "regional manager". It appears to me the two upper brackets were not properly attached to the panel and the lower two brackets simply couldn't withstand the wind...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 10-22-2014, 03:16 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 18,078
Posted By BudE
Other than the panel installation on the roof,...

Other than the panel installation on the roof, the rest of the installation was clean and worked flawlessly.
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 10-22-2014, 02:49 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 18,078
Posted By BudE
I like the idea of using double sided tape so...

I like the idea of using double sided tape so there's no penetration. It appears they used the standard mounting brackets supplied by Zamp, with just one bolt per bracket. Upper side of the panel...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 10-22-2014, 02:42 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 18,078
Posted By BudE
Waiting to hear from the service manager. Had...

Waiting to hear from the service manager. Had hoped there would be an immediate "don't worry, we'll make it right" but that hasn't happened yet.
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 10-22-2014, 02:40 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 18,078
Posted By BudE
The two upper brackets are still intact. The...

The two upper brackets are still intact. The holes are where the lower brackets pulled out.
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 10-22-2014, 01:02 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 18,078
Posted By BudE
Solar panel blown away!

After just 1,650 miles, my dealer installed solar panel blew off my 16 ft. International while traveling at approx. 60 mph. No real damage to my Airstream, just two brackets left on roof and two...
Forum: General Repair Forum 08-13-2014, 01:45 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,708
Posted By BudE
Thanks to everyone who has replied. Still...

Thanks to everyone who has replied. Still waiting to hear from a dealer about replacing the wall and may try the aluminum trim. No question it started at the detector screw hole.
Forum: General Repair Forum 08-12-2014, 04:51 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,708
Posted By BudE
I would like to take the factory tour to be sure,...

I would like to take the factory tour to be sure, but I believe it's particle board. I may just try using Kampel Seam Fill for a cosmetic fix.
Forum: General Repair Forum 08-12-2014, 12:50 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,708
Posted By BudE
Hitch is Equilizer, axel is standard for 2010 16...

Hitch is Equilizer, axel is standard for 2010 16 ft. Airstream, tire pressure is 61 psi cold, tow vehicle is 2008 Volvo XC 90 with V-8.
Forum: General Repair Forum 08-11-2014, 07:24 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,708
Posted By BudE
Cracked Formica, Interior Wall

Attached is picture. Thanks for your response.
Forum: General Repair Forum 08-11-2014, 05:46 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,708
Posted By BudE
Cracked Formica, Interior Wall

I recently purchased a 2010 16 ft. International in "like new" condition. It has now traveled well over 1,000 miles and has been set up numerous times, with no issues. After setting up yesterday, I...
Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 07-01-2014, 11:07 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 10,335
Posted By BudE
Picked up a 16' International in Boise in May,...

Picked up a 16' International in Boise in May, towed it to Sun Valley, ID, then to Rifle, CO. Averaged 55 mph and 15 mpg. Tow vehicle is a 2008 Volvo XC 90 with V8. This was mostly Interstate travel...
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