Ohana '74 - 1974 Airstream Ambassador Mid-Twin / Rear Bath Trailer

[duckdave]

Eric,
Thanks a BUNCH for your reply. It is very encouraging. As you describe your cabinetry it sounds identical to mine.

The electronic panel, in our installation, nested inside the quarter-round coping/reinforcement extrusion that runs the full length of that top shelf. It will capture the electronic panel to within 1/16" - 1/8" of the buttons.

If I understand you correctly, you're saying the front end-cap on the bottom shelf of the china cabinet will fit over the RM2820 control panel, but still allow access to the buttons?

Thanks for the detail of your reply describing the best way to access the fridge for R & R (removal/replacement). I've had the RM100 out a couple of times for previous repairs/burping/etc. Tired of all that, which is why we are going new for a while. Anyway, I'm familiar with removal of bulkhead---you resist, thinking it's too much disassembly; then you go ahead and do it and realize that was the way to go all along.

[Erik Olson]

Found someone selling those harder-to-find bunk bed keyhole slotted brackets...

http://airstreamsupply.com/New-Airst...ed-alum-340012

[Erik Olson]

Updating this long-neglected thread!

Photos of Ohana 74 the day she came back from her year-long spa treatment at Capital City Customs, in North Carolina. The list of work done since last posts is... well, a lot!

https://photos.app.goo.gl/8uMSMjU24A1vf8HY8

[Hittenstiehl]

Erik,
Just looked up capital city based on your mention on the other thread, they do very nice work and your ambassador absolutely beautiful.

[Bauxter]

Hi Erik. I am glad you posted, I have not seen those white vent-like items that are mounted on the rear part of your roof. Are those plumbing vents? If so, did you have to re-route the vent lines to mount those?

Is there a thread where I could see any installation activities?


Thanks
Mike

[Erik Olson]

Mike,

The stack that was in the curbside closet was definitely moved to make way for the new shower, which occupies that entire closet footprint, and some of the original rear bath tub area. Will see if they have some progress photos that tell the tale.

[Erik Olson]

After much procrastination, I've finally updated the front of the Ambassador, into what we fondly call the "UltraLounge."

In spite of this design being undertaken in an almost complete vacuum, the outcome is very much akin to the floorplans you'll find in brand new Airstream Globetrotter 27FB models.

The plan configures in three ways:

• UltraLounge U-Shape + Game Table
• Curbside + Streetside Couch with Dining Table
• Full Size (Residential Dimensions) Bed and Streetside Loveseat

As always, the upholstery work is accomplished with Dale Ray Fabrics, in Kannapolis, NC. With new 6" automotive grade foam (sewn to 5" finishes) and stain resistant fabric, these are lofty and comfortable for sitting and sleeping, alike.

Tables are finished in new Wilsonart NeoWalnut with the excellent Sequoia locking supports. Both tables can lock into the wall at the front of the trailer, and have heavy-duty 14" folding legs, which set the tables at bed or u-shape height.

Storage under the 8' curbside and 4'-6" streetside couches are via seating surface / access covers (each 2' x 2'), from above. The leading edge of the couches is raked back from the feet by 3", for a cleaner line, and negating the need for a toe-kick or void beneath.

A new 12" x 28" side table with side-rolling tambour door is between the 8' couch and the original Dometic refrigerator bulkhead. This cabinet features a 22" full extension wine and liquor drawer, accessible from the forward lounge and kitchen alike. This was finished with a custom Corian Everest top, as the Glacial pattern has now been discontinued by the manufacturer. Work on this top was done remotely by the good people at Tarheel Solid Surface, which will run small jobs because of their work for the boating industry, where smaller pieces are commonplace.

Thanks for looking, and please let me know if anyone has questions / suggestions!

Image links here: https://photos.app.goo.gl/eohGpRoQQqg2M3Vq5