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Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-17-2016, 07:04 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,159
Posted By Rod Pease
X5D Bambi Thanks for the info

Thanks it sounds l like the X5 will do the job nicely, we also travel light and I am sure we can stay under the vehicles payload capacity.
It helps that the hitch weight of my Bambi is low (<200#)....
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-13-2016, 02:10 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 997
Posted By Rod Pease
Handles a 19' Bambi with power to spare.

Don't know for bigger AS but that set up handles a 19' Bambi really well.
Many thousand miles and 2 cross country trips no problem gas mileage drops to 11mpg while towing, normal mileage not towing...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-12-2016, 02:36 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,159
Posted By Rod Pease
BMW X5 tow vehicle for a 19' Bambi

I am thinking of replacing my tow vehicle.
The BMW X5 diesel with 440 ft lbs of torque, looks like it would do the job, but I was wondering whether the realively short wheel base on the X5 would be...
Forum: 1997 - 2004 Bambi 03-12-2016, 02:17 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,928
Posted By Rod Pease
Haven't been on in a long time but you could have...

Haven't been on in a long time but you could have a counter man build a cover. We did on our several years ago. The photos should still be on file somewhere on this thread.
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 04-22-2015, 02:35 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 9,764
Posted By Rod Pease
No shipping

No shipping the counter guy built it in place.
I just gave him the key to the storage barn and wrote a check when he was done.
Forum: Our Community 01-31-2007, 11:55 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,617
Posted By Rod Pease
In a few days it might be time to buy THO ???

I have been in and out of the stock for several years.
I am currently out but with the accounting impropriety suddenly dropping the price it may be time to get back in some time soon. Why Bears are...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 12-08-2006, 11:18 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 7,045
Posted By Rod Pease
How many miles on your tow vehicle?

I've just begun to think about replacing my tow vehicle. I currently tow a 2003 19' Bambi with a 2001 GMC 4wd Z-71 pickup truck.
I have about 130,000 miles on the truck approx 10% have been towing...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 05-12-2006, 07:36 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,831
Posted By Rod Pease
Front Hitch for bicycles

We have a 2003 Bambi and our tow vehicle is a GMC pickup. When we are fully loaded we have a canoe over the cab and truck bed, and a 2" receiver hitch mounted Hollywood folding bike rack with two...
Forum: On The Road... 03-30-2006, 11:22 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,746
Posted By Rod Pease
Jim check the thread recent Bambi owners wanted....

Jim check the thread recent Bambi owners wanted. We love our Bambi and I think it is perfect for the use that you described.
The sooner you get it the sooner you will enjoy it.:)
Forum: Tires 03-22-2006, 09:04 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,562
Posted By Rod Pease
Bambi Blowout

This past weekend on my way to a campsite, I had a blowout on the curb side, in moderate traffic moving approx 60 mph. I heard the tire go and felt a slight bobble in the way the trailer was pulling,...
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 01-20-2005, 08:03 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 9,764
Posted By Rod Pease
It will take a day or two

I'll be happy to, but it will probably be Monday before I can get the pictures posted. You know the routine; charge the batteries of the digital camera, take the pictures, and post them on the web.
...
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 11-17-2004, 12:48 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 9,764
Posted By Rod Pease
We didn't lower the stove. We raised the counter...

We didn't lower the stove. We raised the counter approximately 1 &1/2", shimmed up with plywood strips. We still have all the drawer space underneath.
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 11-16-2004, 02:46 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 9,764
Posted By Rod Pease
Yes. Only the small paring knife (not in the...

Yes. Only the small paring knife (not in the picture) has ever fallen off. We carry that one in a drawer for that very reason.
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 11-16-2004, 02:43 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 9,764
Posted By Rod Pease
We will re-upholster,probably after vacation next...

We will re-upholster,probably after vacation next year.
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 11-16-2004, 12:00 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 9,764
Posted By Rod Pease
Found the photos

Click on User name and go to this members photo gallery. :) :D
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 11-16-2004, 11:26 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 9,764
Posted By Rod Pease
Photos uploaded

I uploaded three pictures, but I am unsure where they went. :confused:
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 11-16-2004, 11:06 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 9,764
Posted By Rod Pease
Corian Counter top now in my Bambi

We found a counter top man who would install just what we wanted, and it is now in place. I will share photos as soon as I can figure out how to post them.
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 10-07-2004, 03:12 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 9,764
Posted By Rod Pease
Corian Counter Tops

My wife and I use our 2001 19' Bambi frequently and we cook a lot. We have installed a Stainless Steel backsplash over the stove and have replaced the carpet with Pergo flooring and now want to...
Forum: Flat-Front (Cutter, Clipper, XC, XL & Skydeck) Motorhomes 12-09-2003, 02:41 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 10,437
Posted By Rod Pease
Skydeck ??

Does anyone on the forum own an AS skydeck?

Are they as much fun as they look like?

When did AS start making them? I saw my 1st one on Ebay last week and checked it out on the AS web site. Now...
Forum: Commercial Listings 12-08-2003, 07:37 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,786
Posted By Rod Pease
Christmas Tee

The license plate say BLVR, (believer) and the bumper sticker says Roswell, NM.
Forum: Commercial Listings 12-08-2003, 07:32 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,786
Posted By Rod Pease
Christmas Tee

Since I was attempting to order last years Tee shirt design, which I found out is still available, I have been communicating with CJ via e-mail.

In one message he included a larger version of the...
Forum: Our Community 12-04-2003, 07:09 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,844
Posted By Rod Pease
Thanks for the help on Xmas T shirts

The shirts are on order and CJ says there will be a new designfor this year unveiled in a few days.

Thanks again for the help.
Forum: Our Community 12-02-2003, 12:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,844
Posted By Rod Pease
Christmas T Shirts?

Last year before we got our Bambi someone posted a link to a company that offered a Christmas T shirt, the design was a Bambi with X-mas lights strung on the awning.
I have searched the forum...
Forum: On The Road... 09-17-2003, 01:41 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,306
Posted By Rod Pease
Smile San Juan Mts Pagosa Springs area

We just got back from a two week trip to the San Jaun Mountains, we stayed at the Sportsman Supply campground, 18 mile north of Pagosa Springs.

Williams Creek reservoir is nearby and the fishing...
Forum: 1997 - 2004 Bambi 09-17-2003, 01:16 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 19,810
Posted By Rod Pease
Smile Road side & rear window awning istallation

I have been following this thread for a long time and am going to install a road side & rear window awning like dtbw. I just ordered them from Zip Dee. They will be shipped on the 25th, so I have...
Forum: Our Community 08-07-2003, 11:40 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 6,488
Posted By Rod Pease
This was the last issue of my current...

This was the last issue of my current subscription, and I like you chose not to renew. I like the National Geographic Adventurer better, some of the trip info is always reachable destinations in the...
Forum: Our Community 08-07-2003, 06:55 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 6,488
Posted By Rod Pease
New VW 3 page spread in OUTSIDE Mag

I just received my Sept ed of OUTSIDE magazine and there is a three page spread, of the new Toureg. 1st page clipped version showing a beetle standing on end attached to the front end of a dual axel...
Forum: Our Community 07-29-2003, 07:43 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,581
Posted By Rod Pease
Meals on Wheels

I've been thinking for a long time for some thing that I could contribute to the Airstream Forum, that might be of use to my fellow streamers. One of the problems we have is figuring out what to take...
Forum: On The Road... 05-16-2003, 07:12 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 6,269
Posted By Rod Pease
On a trip from Houston, TX to Little Rock, AR...

On a trip from Houston, TX to Little Rock, AR towing our Bambi fully loaded against a 20mph head wind, approx average towing speed of 67-68 mph, we got 11.23mpg with my GMC 5.3 Extended cab pickup...
Forum: Our Community 04-28-2003, 07:26 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,436
Posted By Rod Pease
Sway Control & clip on mirrors

Steph;
I also use the Friction type sway control and like Pick and Rickk have never had a sway problem and have never needed to adjust it. I don't know how large your mirrors are on the van but you...
Forum: Our Community 04-25-2003, 07:29 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,436
Posted By Rod Pease
Steph, I was in the same position in Jan of this...

Steph, I was in the same position in Jan of this year when we bought our Bambi. I bought the Bambi on a saturday and arranged to pick it up on the following friday, so I needed to do some fast work....
Forum: 1997 - 2004 Bambi 04-15-2003, 12:16 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 19,810
Posted By Rod Pease
Love the Bambi

We picked ours up 3 months ago and have used it seven times so far, for weekend trips to area lakes, national forests, and the beach all an easy drive from Houston. This Thursday we are taking it to...
Forum: Our Community 04-15-2003, 11:27 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,614
Posted By Rod Pease
"So, what kind of interest rates have people...

"So, what kind of interest rates have people gotten on financing a new trailer?"

5.75% Jan 17, 2003 - Payment $248 2003 Bambi
Forum: Our Community 04-14-2003, 07:42 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,614
Posted By Rod Pease
The bath in the Bambi sold us, it was a toss up...

The bath in the Bambi sold us, it was a toss up between the Bambi and a CCD International. As Eric (Silvertwinkie ) said it is perfect for two people and in our case a Lab puppy (7months- 55 lbs.). ...
Forum: Our Community 04-08-2003, 01:11 PM
Replies: 5
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Views: 1,423
Posted By Rod Pease
I use a 5yr old Garmin III, to navigate with. I...

I use a 5yr old Garmin III, to navigate with. I run it out of the cigarette lighter, have it mounted on the top of the dashboard, near the left side of my steering wheel (no external antenna). It...
Forum: Brakes & Brake Controllers 03-17-2003, 01:19 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,650
Posted By Rod Pease
I have the same controller. Is the thumb wheel...

I have the same controller. Is the thumb wheel adjuster on the top of the unit rolled all the way back? I do this when I am backing up to keep the brakes from activating prematurely. When I do this I...
Forum: Community Polls 03-17-2003, 09:23 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 15,169
Posted By Rod Pease
I love the Deam design and very seriously...

I love the Deam design and very seriously considered it, but ended up with a Bambi instead. Mainly because of the bathroom shower arrangement. The Deam model doesn't have a separate shower (it has...
Forum: Our Community 03-05-2003, 01:30 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,617
Posted By Rod Pease
I like the long term outlook.

I like the long term outlook of Thor stock and am currently buying a few shares every month. I believe the world has changed after Sept. 11, and that demographics will out weigh all of other factors....
Forum: Mechanics Corner - Engines, Transmission & More... 03-03-2003, 09:10 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,408
Posted By Rod Pease
Mine is Fire Engine Red w/ grey interior. I...

Mine is Fire Engine Red w/ grey interior. I wasn't looking for a flashy truck but I fell for this one.
Forum: Mechanics Corner - Engines, Transmission & More... 03-03-2003, 08:22 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,408
Posted By Rod Pease
John, The Banks system sounds great more...

John,
The Banks system sounds great more power and better mileage. Your truck has the same engine as my Z-71 ( Short bed extended cab 5.3Lw/3.73 rear end w/rollnlock bedcover) and although I...
Forum: On The Road... 02-24-2003, 01:41 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 9,362
Posted By Rod Pease
CoArgosy78 It looks like mid to late May....

CoArgosy78
It looks like mid to late May. We want to come before it gets too hot or too crowded. We took a late vac last year (mid Sept) and it turned out to be too close to Thanksgiving and...
Forum: On The Road... 02-21-2003, 08:18 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 9,362
Posted By Rod Pease
We are going to try. I f we find it is an ocean...

We are going to try. I f we find it is an ocean of mud then we will just hang around camp. We know the 7.7 mile trail around the lake is useable in soggy weather because we did it 2weeks ago in a...
Forum: On The Road... 02-21-2003, 07:49 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 9,362
Posted By Rod Pease
Glad some one posted updates. I missed this...

Glad some one posted updates. I missed this thread entirely. Since picking up the Bambi in Houston TX on the 17 of Jan, we have spent a three day weekend at Lake Livingston SP, 2 day @ Huntsville SP,...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 02-20-2003, 08:16 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,210
Posted By Rod Pease
Two authors you will probably like. 1) William...

Two authors you will probably like. 1) William Kent Krueger (Same genre as Tony Hillerman- Indian connected dectective novels Iron Lake, Boundary Waters, and Purgatory Ridge.) All of them were good...
Forum: Our Community 02-19-2003, 07:24 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,272
Posted By Rod Pease
Definitly yes, although it is a bear to make. ;)

Definitly yes, although it is a bear to make. ;)
Forum: Airstream Motorhome Forums 02-18-2003, 09:18 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,544
Posted By Rod Pease
Garmin GPS III

I have a Garmin GPS III with the US & Canada base maps buit in. I am a geologist and love working with maps so I bought this model when it first came out.(About 6 years ago) It is great .I use it...
Forum: Our Community 02-17-2003, 12:24 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,500
Posted By Rod Pease
Airstream is Thor's cash cow

I just bought a new Bambi from the local dealer in Houston. A 2003 discounted slightly to make room for the 5 newer one that were comming in. The experience was very pleasant. One of the pieces of...
Forum: Our Community 02-10-2003, 02:40 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,337
Posted By Rod Pease
Buying a Bambi

We bought one Jan 17,2003 and had the same questions. I knew from the forum that I should get a weight distribution hitch and a friction sway control, clip on mirrors, and a electronic brake...
Forum: Community Polls 02-04-2003, 08:39 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 9,307
Posted By Rod Pease
Wow I thought everybody on the forum had owned...

Wow I thought everybody on the forum had owned their AS for much longer. We got our Bambi 1/17/2003 and took it out 1/18/-1/20/2003. Couldn't take it out last weekend because our 6 mon old Lab was...
Forum: Brakes & Brake Controllers 01-22-2003, 12:28 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 31,637
Posted By Rod Pease
Maurice etal; I have very little experience...

Maurice etal;
I have very little experience with a brake controler ( just picked up the AS on Friday){ 2003 19' Bambi}. I didn't know anything about controlers other than I needed one and I wanted...
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