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Forum: Tow Vehicles 12-01-2023, 05:44 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 6,463
Posted By robert claus
Wow - after watching the youtube review that...

Wow - after watching the youtube review that andyherman posted, I'm intrigued. Didn't think I would be impressed, but I am. Was ready to scoff, but now I think that we're seeing the future. I have an...
Forum: Buyer Guidelines 08-24-2023, 07:49 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,542
Posted By robert claus
It sounds like this Argosy has a composting...

It sounds like this Argosy has a composting toilet. Not having a black tank makes things alot harder than they have to be. Dumping a tank is simple and how modern trailers are set up. A composting...
Forum: Dollars & Cents 05-08-2023, 10:54 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 9,015
Posted By robert claus
The 8 year old Airstream that we bought almost 15...

The 8 year old Airstream that we bought almost 15 years ago is worth more now than then. If we don't use it much, that's okay, but it's there when we have time. Think about looking at previously...
Forum: Dollars & Cents 03-08-2023, 02:56 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 13,083
Posted By robert claus
Airstream sales slow down

The WSJ reports today that Thor stock and earnings slipped on a downturn in sales, as customers shied away from large purchases in part because of interest rate increases. It said that production was...
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 02-04-2023, 04:51 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,723
Posted By robert claus
I'd just use the regular pex and crimp fittings...

I'd just use the regular pex and crimp fittings for the water system. I've done repairs with that, and the crimping is rewarding when you do it. Just practice a couple of times to get the feel for...
Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 02-04-2023, 04:24 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 12,193
Posted By robert claus
Power jack?

You really don't need a power jack. Consider a manual jack in place of the troublesome electric. My 19'er came with a manual jack, and cranking it has never been an issue - good exercise, too!
Forum: On The Road... 10-31-2022, 05:26 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,585
Posted By robert claus
etrailer sells a variety of extenders for the...

etrailer sells a variety of extenders for the hitch, so you could put the ball back 8-12" or so and get some clearance
https://www.etrailer.com/Hitch-Adapters/CURT/C45791.html
cheap enough to order...
Forum: Buyer Guidelines 10-31-2022, 04:51 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,606
Posted By robert claus
I'd think that if the seller was just moving to a...

I'd think that if the seller was just moving to a different trailer, you wouldn't get much that didn't attach to the trailer - cords, sewer line, etc. But that would still be helpful to the next...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 10-31-2022, 04:30 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,264
Posted By robert claus
I have Firestone airbags that i installed in the...

I have Firestone airbags that i installed in the rear coil springs of my VW Atlas. They stiffen and raise the rear, making the vehicle feel more solid when towing. I'm keeping 25# in them, raising...
Forum: 2016 - Current Classic (all lengths) 10-23-2022, 08:08 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,720
Posted By robert claus
Our 2000 Bambi did not come with a sewer hose...

Our 2000 Bambi did not come with a sewer hose holder - you were expected to put it in the bumper box (yuck). When we got it in '08, I hung a PVC pipe under it to do the job. I found hangers like...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 10-21-2022, 07:54 PM
Replies: 118
Views: 18,642
Posted By robert claus
My experience is only with my 19' Bambi, but with...

My experience is only with my 19' Bambi, but with two TVs. Our first TV was our old Mercedes Sprinter passenger van with 2.7l turbo diesel. Great for towing, but noisy and a rough ride. Currently...
Forum: On The Road... 09-04-2022, 07:17 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 6,260
Posted By robert claus
Only coming back into the US, and on the American...

Only coming back into the US, and on the American side. The rules are clear there. We had the vaccination papers for our dog. If we hadn't, we would have been asked for them for sure.
Forum: Stella's Kitchen 09-04-2022, 07:12 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,146
Posted By robert claus
Fill the freezer with frozen entrees, fish,...

Fill the freezer with frozen entrees, fish, veggies - you can find lots of things that you can cook in 15-20 minutes for a quick dinner. We even bought a pizza and folded it in half to fit into our...
Forum: Full-Timing 11-17-2021, 07:38 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 15,165
Posted By robert claus
A trailer will only be stolen if there is a...

A trailer will only be stolen if there is a market for it. That's why Ford and Chevy pick-ups, followed by Honda sedans, are the most stolen vehicles - plenty of market for parts, if not the whole...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 11-01-2021, 05:57 PM
Replies: 119
Views: 20,385
Posted By robert claus
Obviously, the OP has tested this combo in towing...

Obviously, the OP has tested this combo in towing through the plains states, and is happy with the results. So, more power to him (though not more power through a supercharger - as others suggested,...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 10-18-2021, 12:11 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,553
Posted By robert claus
My 2005 Sprinter van, which has been the primary...

My 2005 Sprinter van, which has been the primary tow vehicle for my Bambi, tells me when to change the oil. It's always around 10k miles for an oil and filter - 9 qts synthetic 0-40. Fuel filter gets...
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 09-04-2021, 10:26 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,251
Posted By robert claus
I've had that happen. Just tap in a wide blade...

I've had that happen. Just tap in a wide blade screwdriver or something similar into the hole and you can turn it out.
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 07-26-2021, 07:43 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 19,005
Posted By robert claus
That looks really nice - what bike rack have you...

That looks really nice - what bike rack have you chosen to plug into that?
Forum: Title, VIN & Registration 07-06-2021, 08:52 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 10,710
Posted By robert claus
Another issue is clearing the title. When we...

Another issue is clearing the title. When we bought ours (12 years ago) we took 18k in cash. I went to the bank with the seller, and the cash was used to clear the bank loan on the trailer, as well...
Forum: On The Road... 07-05-2021, 08:37 PM
Replies: 3,842
Views: 370,347
Posted By robert claus
In the general Chicago area, it seems to average...

In the general Chicago area, it seems to average $3.49/gallon - more in the city itself. We go to Wisconsin a couple of times a week (working on a house - that's where the Airstream is, doing...
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 05-22-2021, 05:43 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,697
Posted By robert claus
Yes, the hot water igniter is 12v, so that you...

Yes, the hot water igniter is 12v, so that you can have hot water without being plugged in to 120v. usually, you flip the switch for the hot water heater, it starts clicking as it sparks and tries to...
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 05-22-2021, 12:58 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 8,542
Posted By robert claus
Air only for me. I set my compressor output at...

Air only for me. I set my compressor output at about 40 psi, hook it up to the city water inlet, and let it run for about 30 minutes while i go faucet to faucet, toilet & shower included. Open and...
Forum: General Repair Forum 04-13-2021, 07:21 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 423
Posted By robert claus
Check valve needed after all

Actually, what I found is that the brass Watts pressure reducer, installed by Airstream in my 2000 Bambi, has a brass check valve screwed into it. Removing the leaking pressure reducer removes the...
Forum: General Repair Forum 04-13-2021, 06:51 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 423
Posted By robert claus
2000 19' Bambi. Thanks - I guess the one way...

2000 19' Bambi. Thanks - I guess the one way valve is built into the city water connector, then. It is not obvious, but I will check that out.
Forum: General Repair Forum 04-12-2021, 10:26 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 423
Posted By robert claus
one way valve needed?

Hi,

I need to replace the brass pressure regulator in the water line from the city water connection (leaking - must have frozen), and I thought I'd just remove it, installing PVC in its place....
Forum: Member Introductions 03-12-2021, 06:01 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 558
Posted By robert claus
Consider a 22-23 ft. They are narrower and...

Consider a 22-23 ft. They are narrower and lighter than the 25, making towing a little easier. Used can save you the initial depreciation of a new, plus someone else mav have worked out the bugs. Too...
Forum: On The Road... 01-29-2021, 05:08 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,885
Posted By robert claus
I've found the best deal is to join the AMA...

I've found the best deal is to join the AMA (motorcycles), and agree to auto-pay renewal. Membership costs $50/year, and auto-pay gets you no charge Roadside Assistance that covers all of your...
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 10-09-2020, 06:56 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,774
Posted By robert claus
When the 19 year old pump failed last year, I...

When the 19 year old pump failed last year, I couldn't find an exact replacement. Bought a Shurflo 2088-554-144, rated for slightly higher PSI and GPM, but lots more noise was not in the specs....
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 10-02-2020, 07:40 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,802
Posted By robert claus
I recently got a new sewer hose, and the new...

I recently got a new sewer hose, and the new coupling had some protrusions that kept it from fitting in the PVC tube I mounted under the trailer years ago. I nipped them off using my bench grinder,...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 10-02-2020, 07:26 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 13,341
Posted By robert claus
Whoa - composite floor? Finally? That's reason...

Whoa - composite floor? Finally? That's reason enough to buy a 2021, as you won't be replacing wood in a few years. Everything else is icing on a now well-baked cake. That's good to know - I'll be...
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 09-29-2020, 01:04 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,924
Posted By robert claus
Pump travails

We usually leave the pump switch on unless we are leaving the trailer for any amount of time. We always turn the switch off when we go to bed, which means you have to remember that when you get up to...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 09-22-2020, 09:18 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,339
Posted By robert claus
Yeah. As stated, don't leave the plug in. We did...

Yeah. As stated, don't leave the plug in. We did that one time, the trailer battery was weak, and it drew down the TV battery. Had to get a jump to start in the morning. You can leave the hitch,...
Forum: Photography 09-04-2020, 01:44 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 5,589
Posted By robert claus
Where are we going now?

Arzu at the wheel, and the answer is Wisconsin
Forum: Off Topic Forum 08-19-2020, 09:41 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,017
Posted By robert claus
You can only drive as fast as you feel...

You can only drive as fast as you feel comfortable. For me, that's 60- 65 max pulling my 19'er with my VW Atlas. I've made some car changes and adjusted my trailer loading to improve the experience...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 05-20-2020, 05:59 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,238
Posted By robert claus
The ML specs seem to be sufficient for a 20'....

The ML specs seem to be sufficient for a 20'. You'll need a brake controller installed to power the electric trailer brakes. You'll have to learn how to use them - how to adjust for sufficient...
Forum: Clearcoat, Exterior Paint & Trim 05-02-2020, 11:00 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,413
Posted By robert claus
Thanks everyone! I did think about removing them,...

Thanks everyone! I did think about removing them, but thought they'd take the clearcoat with them. Lots of options! Thinking about going flat black. I'll reply with pics when done.
Forum: Clearcoat, Exterior Paint & Trim 05-01-2020, 07:09 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,413
Posted By robert claus
Airstream letter fix?

My 2000 Bambi isn't bad looking, except for some clear coat peeling, but the Airstream letters front and back look terrible. The chrome finish has about flaked off. I thought I could sand them down...
Forum: Buyer Guidelines 04-17-2020, 07:19 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 8,665
Posted By robert claus
The Airstream dealer closest to us offered a...

The Airstream dealer closest to us offered a rental deal, and we had a chance to tow a 19'er on two trips for about 10 days each. That confirmed that it would work for us, but when we decided to buy...
Forum: COVID-19 Discussion Zone 04-11-2020, 04:40 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,853
Posted By robert claus
Time to get ready....for something!

Makes me anxious to get started! Still too cold to dewinterize here - below freezing nights for the next week. But...the week after that it should warm up, and I'm planning to bring the trailer to...
Forum: COVID-19 Discussion Zone 04-08-2020, 09:19 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 5,530
Posted By robert claus
Our son's girlfriend's Mom is a nurse in...

Our son's girlfriend's Mom is a nurse in Michigan. She is working in the Covid unit at a hospital in Jackson. She is living in the SOB trailer she bought a couple of years ago, and it is in their...
Forum: On The Road... 04-07-2020, 08:14 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,911
Posted By robert claus
Wow - thanks for letting us know about that. This...

Wow - thanks for letting us know about that. This thing strikes closer and closer to home every day.
Forum: COVID-19 Discussion Zone 04-07-2020, 08:05 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 5,530
Posted By robert claus
It's only an ask. You don't know what you will...

It's only an ask. You don't know what you will get if you ask, but you do know what you will get if you don't. I think there is no harm in Airstream putting the idea out for consideration. I just...
Forum: Computers, Internet & Satellite 03-26-2020, 09:25 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 6,352
Posted By robert claus
printers

Not sure about the smallest size, but the Epson Eco-tank printers are great in terms of ink capacity. We just ordered our second one (for use at our warehouse, not in the Airstream - the first is in...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 10-17-2019, 10:02 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,191
Posted By robert claus
Expand your search to include 19'ers. The...

Expand your search to include 19'ers. The difference in weight and towing characteristics will be small, but functionality, especially for full timing, will be significant - separate black and grey...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 09-14-2019, 09:16 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 2,016
Posted By robert claus
Mud daubers in A/C

Turned the a/c on recently, after not using it since the 4th of July weekend, and the whole unit started shaking violently. So, got up on the roof, removed the a/c cover and saw what looked like...
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 06-12-2019, 07:12 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,663
Posted By robert claus
I had to replace the leaking Shurflo 2088-404-144...

I had to replace the leaking Shurflo 2088-404-144 in my 2000 Bambi. Discovered this when de-winterizing last week (yes, I'm confident that winter is now gone). Couldn't find the same pump, so found...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 04-01-2019, 09:18 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 25,577
Posted By robert claus
Been there, done that. You'll have to remove the...

Been there, done that. You'll have to remove the carburetor and clean the jets. It's not hard, but you have to take the side cases off to get to it. The jet you need to get to is behind the air...
Forum: General Repair Forum 03-18-2019, 09:45 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,576
Posted By robert claus
The Airstreams tow much better than any square...

The Airstreams tow much better than any square box - the air goes over or around instead of pushing against the side. I've pulled through hurricane strength storms, and rock steady. The longer the...
Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 03-11-2019, 06:43 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,515
Posted By robert claus
I don't like washing my hands, face and teeth in...

I don't like washing my hands, face and teeth in the small kitchen sink, especially if there are still a few dishes in there. That said, the CCD designer versions of the 19' did without a bath sink,...
Forum: On The Road... 03-04-2019, 09:49 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 14,013
Posted By robert claus
I'd recommend disconnecting the umbilical to the...

I'd recommend disconnecting the umbilical to the TV, anyway. If your trailer bats drop in voltage, they can drag the tow vehicle battery down, and then you won't be able to start. Happened to me...
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