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Forum: 1959-69 Tradewind 11-21-2022, 07:20 PM
Replies: 118
Views: 15,082
Posted By bambibooth
That frame looks pretty good! I am...

That frame looks pretty good!

I am currently working on an Overlander and the frame is one of those that needs some pretty good repair.

In the past, I have taken out the floor just the way...
Forum: General Repair Forum 11-21-2022, 07:12 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 996
Posted By bambibooth
I will second David's opinion on going with the...

I will second David's opinion on going with the 32 degree angle. I did it and the lift kit on my last project several years ago, an Argosy. It gave that trailer a LIFT. I took it on a few trips and...
Forum: 1959-69 Tradewind 12-31-2020, 12:58 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 15,497
Posted By bambibooth
Here is a photo of the Tradewind at the RV Park ...

Here is a photo of the Tradewind at the RV Park
https://www.airforums.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=385884&stc=1&d=1609444682
Forum: 1959-69 Tradewind 12-30-2020, 02:41 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 15,497
Posted By bambibooth
David, it's been more than two years since my...

David, it's been more than two years since my last post to the Forums, but I am glad to see you're still out there restoring Airstreams. You posted on quite a few of my threads before.

I happened...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 11-26-2018, 07:24 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,433
Posted By bambibooth
MrSalt, I had the 6 lug axle/wheels. ...

MrSalt,

I had the 6 lug axle/wheels.

The reason my wheels didn't fit on the new axles was the diameter of the center hole was not large enough. I think they call it the center pilot hole...
...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 10-02-2018, 01:21 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,433
Posted By bambibooth
Lift kit on Argosy

Hey MrSalt, I don't have a Minuet but I have an Argosy 24 that I did the lift kit on, along with new axles.

Since I installed them as seen in this post on my blog, I have taken the trailer down...
Forum: Vintage Kin 05-22-2018, 05:34 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,846
Posted By bambibooth
Hey Badkat, This is a Silver Streak.

Hey Badkat,
This is a Silver Streak.
Forum: Vintage Kin 05-16-2018, 11:45 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,846
Posted By bambibooth
Ha, who knows. Sure looks it.

Ha, who knows. Sure looks it.
Forum: Vintage Kin 05-16-2018, 11:24 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,846
Posted By bambibooth
Has anyone ever seen a Silver Streak with TWO doors?

I don't own this but I saw it for sale, and thought WOW. Unfortunately, it doesn't have any photos from the interior on what the door might be.
I might go look at it BECAUSE it looks like it has...
Forum: Argosy Motorhomes 05-03-2018, 07:13 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,033
Posted By bambibooth
I used waterproof vinyl sheeting for the...

I used waterproof vinyl sheeting for the backsplash and shower. There a lot of different styles out there, some that look a lot like "tile". In the shower area, the edges are overlapped and then...
Forum: Argosy Motorhomes 05-02-2018, 05:26 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,033
Posted By bambibooth
I hear ya on the personal usage/needs thing. ...

I hear ya on the personal usage/needs thing.

As far as axles go:

I replaced all of the old thin cabinetry and built the new ones with sanded plywood, plus I added two 40 gallon tanks in the...
Forum: Argosy Motorhomes 05-02-2018, 03:59 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,033
Posted By bambibooth
John, I put a hole in the wall and built a...

John,

I put a hole in the wall and built a wood box around the batteries under the dinette booth seat. It is then vented through the airstream wall to the oiutside , ala the standard RV valterra...
Forum: Argosy Motorhomes 05-02-2018, 02:59 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,033
Posted By bambibooth
Seller Here

I'm the seller/owner of the trailer that Whit was asking about. He didn't pursue the purchase and that's OK. I saw this thread and thought that it is always good to hear comments and criticism on...
Forum: General Repair Forum 12-20-2017, 06:02 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,651
Posted By bambibooth
Thanks for the replies!

OP here, thanks for the replies everyone. If I do go the salvage RV route, my idea is to get something fairly new that hasn't been too wrecked. I also don't plan to spend more than 2-3k on an...
Forum: General Repair Forum 12-19-2017, 06:49 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,651
Posted By bambibooth
Using parts from other brand of travel trailers?

I have a new project and I'm considering buying a salvage travel trailer at an auction, and using some of the parts for my Airstream restoration.

Things like the light switches, water pump,...
Forum: Trailer Values 12-19-2017, 06:45 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,838
Posted By bambibooth
Did you figure it out?

Your question is about a month old but no one responded so I thought I'd let you know there might be a way.

Go to https://www.airforums.com/forums/f534/

Search for "sold" (or anything for that...
Forum: 1965 - 1969 Globetrotter 11-02-2017, 10:17 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 15,356
Posted By bambibooth
As a last update to end this thread properly, I...

As a last update to end this thread properly, I have sold the Globetrotter. I'm now on to a new project!
Forum: Forum Admin, News and Member Account Info 05-18-2017, 10:39 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,658
Posted By bambibooth
You are right but it just gives me an error ....

You are right but it just gives me an error . "This page isn't redirecting properly."
I posted in a different thread where someone is having the same problem.
Forum: Forum Admin, News and Member Account Info 05-18-2017, 10:27 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,658
Posted By bambibooth
Oops, I have the same problem and created a...

Oops, I have the same problem and created a thread about it. Any solutions?
Forum: Forum Admin, News and Member Account Info 05-18-2017, 10:26 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,658
Posted By bambibooth
Not able to post on dwsktop

I haven't been able to post Any comments or create my own threads when using the computer/desktop version. I am posting this one on a phone. Any ideas?
Forum: 1965 - 1969 Globetrotter 03-22-2017, 06:46 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,552
Posted By bambibooth
That's quite the tank! How many gallons is that...

That's quite the tank! How many gallons is that one?
Forum: 1965 - 1969 Globetrotter 03-19-2017, 07:43 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 15,356
Posted By bambibooth
Back to the globetrotter

TL;DR – I tried to sell my Globetrotter with no luck, so I decided to start over on the remodel. See full post below.

I tried to sell her. I really did. TWICE, in fact.

Before the big trip: ...
Forum: Airstream Classifieds 11-15-2016, 08:48 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 335
Posted By bambibooth
1966 Airstream Globetrotter 20 - Texas

Title: 1966 Airstream Globetrotter 20 - Texas
I just posted a new ad on Airstream Classifieds.

$12k
New subfloor
New axle with electric brakes
New pex water lines
New Water Pump
New Gas...
Forum: Full-Timing, Winter Living & Workamping 08-12-2016, 12:14 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 7,499
Posted By bambibooth
We didn't really have a plan for our full-time...

We didn't really have a plan for our full-time adventure. Work would keep us from continuing. Right now, we both told our employers we would be out of the office completely for six months.

We...
Forum: On The Road... 08-12-2016, 08:04 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,306
Posted By bambibooth
I second Campfire Lodgings! We stayed there last...

I second Campfire Lodgings! We stayed there last summer and it was great! Here is a shot of the view:
...
Forum: Full-Timing, Winter Living & Workamping 08-06-2016, 05:54 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 7,499
Posted By bambibooth
Here's a quick glimpse at the Grizzlies we saw: ...

Here's a quick glimpse at the Grizzlies we saw:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m_ai4RkduG4
Forum: Full-Timing, Winter Living & Workamping 08-05-2016, 08:12 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 7,499
Posted By bambibooth
Grinnell Glacier Trail – Glacier National Park (Mrs. TCP)

This hike takes the cake for best hike of the year. Not only were the views amazing but what we saw was even more over-the-top exciting (and terrifying)! Our last hike in glacier was the Highline...
Forum: Full-Timing, Winter Living & Workamping 08-05-2016, 08:09 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 7,499
Posted By bambibooth
We definitely have a pack over in this trailer!

We definitely have a pack over in this trailer!
Forum: Full-Timing, Winter Living & Workamping 07-25-2016, 01:34 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 7,499
Posted By bambibooth
Hiking Near Bend, Oregon - Mr. TCP (aka BambiBooth)

If you’re considering full-timing in an Airstream or RV, or even in your car, at some point you might ask yourself “What do full-timers do all day?” At least, that is one of the questions I had. Not...
Forum: Full-Timing, Winter Living & Workamping 07-25-2016, 01:30 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 7,499
Posted By bambibooth
IMO, bringing your dog with you can be a good...

IMO, bringing your dog with you can be a good idea. Just remember, every campground is just like an on-leash park. You have to be aware of your own and keep them handled. I can't stand when other...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 07-22-2016, 10:35 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,124
Posted By bambibooth
I can't say whether you should fix and sell or...

I can't say whether you should fix and sell or sell as-is but this statement here is very accurate.

As a person who has sold a vintage trailer that was partially restored, I'll tell you people...
Forum: Full-Timing, Winter Living & Workamping 07-22-2016, 07:51 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 7,499
Posted By bambibooth
That's awesome. Back home we used a doggie door...

That's awesome. Back home we used a doggie door and we are missing it a lot.

Waking up to take the dogs out is not something we had done in a few years..

I'm loving your little setup you have...
Forum: Full-Timing, Winter Living & Workamping 07-21-2016, 01:45 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 7,499
Posted By bambibooth
If it were up to Mrs. TCP, we would have 9...

If it were up to Mrs. TCP, we would have 9 dogs...!
Forum: Full-Timing, Winter Living & Workamping 07-21-2016, 01:44 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 7,499
Posted By bambibooth
Thanks for reading!

Thanks for reading!
Forum: Full-Timing, Winter Living & Workamping 07-21-2016, 09:03 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 7,499
Posted By bambibooth
Three Months of Living Tiny – Airstream Style, by MRS. TCP

I actually cannot believe it’s been three months since we set out on this journey. Time is flying! In just another short three months we will be back home in the great state of Texas. Thinking of...
Forum: On The Road... 07-18-2016, 07:53 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,436
Posted By bambibooth
Coeur d'Alene, Idaho

Coeur d'Alene, Idaho (Panhandle)
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Forum: WBCCI Forum 07-18-2016, 01:34 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 13,960
Posted By bambibooth
Xcapers is one of those clubs for us younger...

Xcapers is one of those clubs for us younger folks.
We just joined so we shall see the benefit.
Most of the people we have met are the retired crowd. We met some younger folks in Bend and then in...
Forum: Full-Timing 07-18-2016, 01:24 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,613
Posted By bambibooth
Congrats!

Congrats! We have been full-timers for about 3 months. We aren't retired though and work full-time during the day. Interesting enough, we didn't plan a durn thing. We rented out our house and left!...
Forum: On The Road... 07-18-2016, 01:21 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,369
Posted By bambibooth
We pulled off a freeway in Oregon and weighed our...

We pulled off a freeway in Oregon and weighed our 2012 27 foot in one of the "closed" weigh stations.

We had water tanks full(ish) and came in at 6100 pounds. And, we are full-timers. Clearly,...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 07-18-2016, 01:18 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 7,166
Posted By bambibooth
We have a 2012 27 foot and were towing with a...

We have a 2012 27 foot and were towing with a Tahoe with the same engine and gears. It had a trans cooler and we were seeing temps like that up here in the Northwest. And, it was SLOW going up...
Forum: Full-Timing, Winter Living & Workamping 07-15-2016, 10:16 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 7,499
Posted By bambibooth
Trial and Error: Getting Started, April Post

As of Friday, April 15th, we are officially “homeless” but in a fun way. Not a sleep under the bridge, just yet, kind of way. We hustled until the wee hours of the night on Thursday to finish up what...
Forum: Full-Timing, Winter Living & Workamping 07-15-2016, 10:14 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 7,499
Posted By bambibooth
6! If we had two more, I don't know what we do!

6! If we had two more, I don't know what we do!
Forum: Full-Timing, Winter Living & Workamping 07-14-2016, 10:36 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 7,499
Posted By bambibooth
What Are You Doing with the Dogs?

When we tell people what we are doing our friends and family always ask, “Well, what are you doing with the dogs?” We are bringing them with us. All FOUR of them. Not only are we crazy for opting to...
Forum: Full-Timing, Winter Living & Workamping 07-13-2016, 10:52 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 7,499
Posted By bambibooth
We have made it all the way to Washington

I've done terrible at updating this thread! Ha. SO, I'm going to just start posting our old blog entries into this thread.

We Welcomed a New Family Member

When we first decided how we were...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 05-17-2016, 07:39 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,219
Posted By bambibooth
My new one is the Progressive Dynamics PD4655. It...

My new one is the Progressive Dynamics PD4655. It is supposed to be the direct drop-in replacement for the Parallax 7355 I had in the Airstream. I needed it in a hurry, got it from Amazon. They have...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 05-17-2016, 11:35 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,219
Posted By bambibooth
It's easy!

Hey there WickedFast, fellow Austin area dude here. Changing out the converter is easy. I'm on the road in California and just did it myself.

It's basically a couple of screws and wires to match...
Forum: Full-Timing, Winter Living & Workamping 05-13-2016, 09:12 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 7,499
Posted By bambibooth
Recent Visits

Just a few photos of our recent places: more photos and blog at tincanplan.com (https://www.tincanplan.com)
Marfa, TX
...
Forum: Full-Timing, Winter Living & Workamping 05-02-2016, 01:51 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 7,499
Posted By bambibooth
We have four dogs and we are new full-timers.

I've been a member of AirForums for a short bit. I've owned a 1963 Bambi, still own a 1966 Globetrotter and now own a 2012 International.
I've slowly gone bigger and bigger.

Last summer, after...
Forum: Dollars & Cents 03-16-2016, 01:29 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,400
Posted By bambibooth
I ended up not following through on the purchase...

I ended up not following through on the purchase for various reasons. We can consider this thread closed. Thanks for all the input y'all!
I am curious to see what they will relist it for....
Forum: Dollars & Cents 03-16-2016, 10:03 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,400
Posted By bambibooth
Ha! No, that doesn't help. Sounds like the...

Ha! No, that doesn't help. Sounds like the trailer is overpriced, which I have found to be typical of Airstreams here in Texas.

For 20k less, I'd buy it without question. There seems to be a line...
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