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Forum: Airstream Classifieds 01-15-2019, 10:11 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 578
Posted By ghatfield
2006 Airstream Safari SE 19 - Arizona

Title: 2006 Airstream Safari SE 19 - Arizona
I just posted a new ad on Airstream Classifieds.

** PRICE REDUCED ** Well-maintained 2006 19' Airstream Bambi 75th Anniversary Special Edition...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 11-06-2018, 03:38 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 4,866
Posted By ghatfield
Part numbers

Here is what I got from AS....

"Hi George,

We no longer carry the AC pan. It has been replaced by the Dometic AC drip cups and AC gasket kit.

PN 203722-gasket kit

PN 203724 AC drip...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 11-06-2018, 02:34 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 4,866
Posted By ghatfield
Replacement of AC pan with drip cups

Our 2006 Bambi 19' had the old style plastic pan that the AC unit (11K Dometic Penguin) sat on. It was supposed to catch and drain condensation from the AC unit, but since it had numerous cracks...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 10-23-2018, 11:30 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,671
Posted By ghatfield
Gasket kit assembled

I think I figured it out. The outside perimeter of the kit is actually the main gasket around the 14" x 14" hole for the AC unit. There are holes on the side for the drip cups. The other parts...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 10-23-2018, 08:30 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,671
Posted By ghatfield
Is this the right AC gasket?

The pan underlying the AC unit (Penguin, 11000Btu) on our 2006 Bambi 19' is cracked and leaking. I plan to replace it with the Dometic drip cup system and contacted Airstream to get the correct...
Forum: General Repair Forum 10-07-2018, 02:37 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 777
Posted By ghatfield
Common problem

My 2006 Bambi has a similar problem. On mine, it is due to multiple cracks in the plastic pan that the AC sits in and which collects condensate and rain. I'm not sure they had this arrangement in...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 10-05-2018, 11:17 AM
Replies: 110
Views: 14,579
Posted By ghatfield
Resale

We bought a Jeep Grand Cherokee in 2014 with 4wd. We have never had an occasion to use it, but I think it was a worthwhile investment from the standpoint of resale. Time will tell.
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 10-04-2018, 05:00 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 11,792
Posted By ghatfield
Try changing the propane regulator

I had a similar problem. The furnace fan would come on but it would not light. It would try 3 times and then turn off. It then had to be reset. One day I found that it worked perfectly on a full...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 10-04-2018, 04:53 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,244
Posted By ghatfield
Wire puller works well to clean out drain hose

I have had the same problem with our Bambi and today I removed the ADB (air distribution box) from the inside of the AC unit (11,000 BTU Penguin) and dropped the remaining interior parts of the AC so...
Forum: General Interior Topics 08-20-2018, 03:45 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 4,874
Posted By ghatfield
So this is what I did to reduce the noise from the fan

First, let me say that the Hella fan is a lot quieter than the Caframo fan 757 when they are mounted on a plywood wall. The base of 757 bracket rests against the wall and this efficiently transmits...
Forum: General Interior Topics 08-20-2018, 11:30 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 4,874
Posted By ghatfield
Noisy fan due to wall vibration; Sorbothane pads

I am in the process of replacing a 12 v Hella fan we had in our 19' Bambi (2006). We have only had it for a few years and it had light use but the base of the fan blade cracked making it noisy.
...
Forum: Refrigerators 08-09-2018, 04:20 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,223
Posted By ghatfield
Refrigerator fan replacement 2006 Bambi 19

Our refrigerator has always worked well, but the fans pulling air through the condenser were getting loud, so I replaced them with Noctua 120mm NF-S12A PWM fans (from Amazon). Others on the forum...
Forum: Exterior Storage Compartments & Access Doors 05-14-2018, 10:51 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,711
Posted By ghatfield
Access holes work to unlock door

I tried using the two access holes I created in the screen door (see pics in initial post). These allow access to the two left lock cover screws. I was able to loosen them enough to pull open the...
Forum: Exterior Storage Compartments & Access Doors 05-11-2018, 03:51 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,711
Posted By ghatfield
Correction... The Mt. Whitney shot was taken...

Correction... The Mt. Whitney shot was taken from Movie Road, not near the Lone Pine hospital.
Forum: Exterior Storage Compartments & Access Doors 05-10-2018, 08:43 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,711
Posted By ghatfield
Answer to questions

1. Camera... I used my Canon 5D and a Canon 100mm lens for the panorama which was handheld. I used Photoshop to combine the individual images into the panorama. Here is a shot of Mt. Whitney...
Forum: Exterior Storage Compartments & Access Doors 05-09-2018, 08:06 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,711
Posted By ghatfield
Escape routes

After we got out, I thought about the rear emergency exit. But with a screwdriver, one could take the front screen off and open the window to exit in that direction. I should have mentioned that...
Forum: Exterior Storage Compartments & Access Doors 05-09-2018, 12:19 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,711
Posted By ghatfield
Yiks! We're locked in!

We had gotten up early to take some sunrise pics of Mt. Whitney while camping in Lone Pine, California. When I went to open the door in our 2006 19' Bambi, the handle just rotated without opening...
Forum: Computers, Internet & Satellite 06-30-2017, 10:13 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,205
Posted By ghatfield
I gave up on Micropulse

I installed a Seelevel system a few years ago and it has functioned perfectly ever since.

https://www.airforums.com/forums/f444/installation-of-see-level-system-in-a-06-bambi-19-a-129739.html

It...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 06-20-2017, 05:51 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,682
Posted By ghatfield
Bedside table

I made this a few years back for our 2003 Classic.

https://www.airforums.com/forums/f38/bedside-table-33334.html#post403055

George
Forum: Electronics & Connectivity 06-02-2017, 04:30 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,533
Posted By ghatfield
And that's exactly what we'll try, since there...

And that's exactly what we'll try, since there are indeed RCA inputs on the back. So, for <$5 on Amazon, we'll have a Monoprice cable here to try it on Monday. We can drill a hole in the side wall of...
Forum: Electronics & Connectivity 06-02-2017, 02:58 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,533
Posted By ghatfield
Reviving this thread to ask a related question...

Reviving this thread to ask a related question about the original XM-ready radio in our 2006 19-ft Bambi SE....

We like to listen to NPR, but we are most often in areas with poor FM reception (for...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 05-02-2017, 06:26 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 17,808
Posted By ghatfield
Furnace continues to light

Replacing the regulator seems to have solved my furnace problems. We just spent another 3 nights with temps in the 30-40 F range. The furnace worked perfectly.

George
Forum: Clearcoat, Exterior Paint & Trim 04-24-2017, 03:42 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,738
Posted By ghatfield
I did put some Airstream clearcoat (pen) on the...

I did put some Airstream clearcoat (pen) on the corroded area before applying the plate.

I thought about putting our name (e.g., George and Pat), but my wife would not go for that. And a phone...
Forum: Clearcoat, Exterior Paint & Trim 04-24-2017, 02:58 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,738
Posted By ghatfield
Removal of "Thor" decal

Our 2006 19' Bambi had a decal near the door ("Thor American's best RV value") that was very weathered and unattractive. I followed some advice on this form to remove the decal by soaking it with an...
Forum: Upholstery, Blinds, Walls & Interior Finishes 04-13-2017, 11:12 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,520
Posted By ghatfield
Curtain replacement with Venitian Blind Bambi 19

Our Bambi 19 (2006) had a particularly ugly curtain over the curbside bedroom window (see attached). After considering several alternatives, we ordered a Venitian blind for the window from Airstream...
Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 02-08-2017, 08:41 AM
Replies: 129
Views: 34,145
Posted By ghatfield
Sure! Here's our 2006 19' Bambi Safari SE 75th...

Sure! Here's our 2006 19' Bambi Safari SE 75th Anniversary edition... on the road in Ely, Nevada (complete with our miniature schnauzer, Cosmo, waiting patiently for dinner!).
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 11-07-2016, 10:21 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 17,808
Posted By ghatfield
Furnace works perfectly

Just got back from a two-day trip to Payson, AZ. Nighttime lows were in the 40s and the furnace came on about twice an hour for 15 minutes. With the new regulator it lit on the first try every time...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 10-29-2016, 03:16 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 17,808
Posted By ghatfield
Nylatch fixed

As mentioned above, I was able to get a new Nylatch from Amazon for the furnace cover. But it would not secure the cover without bending it in. The Nylatch seemed to be too short. But on further...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 10-28-2016, 04:48 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 17,808
Posted By ghatfield
Changed propane regulator and pigtail hoses

After viewing several Youtube videos on RV propane regulators, I decided to change mine to see if that will improve the furnace performance (i.e., always light on the first try). These regulators...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 10-21-2016, 10:54 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 17,808
Posted By ghatfield
Atwood furnace

Thanks for the suggestions.

We were on 110v 30amp for all of the nights. We rarely boondock... almost always in an RV park. We do have an electric heater as a backup, but it is only about...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 10-20-2016, 05:52 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 17,808
Posted By ghatfield
Propane was weighed

I actually weighed both tanks and subtracted the tare weight. Yesterday I refilled the tank that we used for 6 days, of which 3 nights were below freezing. Total used, 2.8 gallons.

The problem...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 10-19-2016, 11:34 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 17,808
Posted By ghatfield
Where to get Nylatch

Available from Amazon.... of course! See attached.
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 10-18-2016, 02:11 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 17,808
Posted By ghatfield
Atwood Furnace 7916-11 won't light

This furnace is in a 2006 Bambi 19. A video of the furnace can be seen here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nVNdcM81QmE

Also a photo of the furnace label is attached.

We have owned this...
Forum: Our Community 09-23-2016, 11:05 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 8,283
Posted By ghatfield
Towing a Bambi 19'

We pull ours with a 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee. I think the towing capacity is about 7000 lbs. It does a good job, but there are times we are going 30mph up hills. But braking is good. We have the...
Forum: Our Community 09-23-2016, 10:15 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 8,283
Posted By ghatfield
Bath in 19' is relatively spacious

We have a 2006 19' Bambi and the shower is fine for both my wife and me. I'm about 6' and there is plenty of head room. The shower door is a bit of a pain, but it works fine.
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 09-13-2016, 09:11 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,980
Posted By ghatfield
How to remove the cabinet

I will answer my own question. I called AS technical support and they were helpful and confirmed which screws to remove. Two that I had not anticipated were in the adjacent closet (see pic). So...
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 09-12-2016, 05:12 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,980
Posted By ghatfield
Removal of cabinet from above stove

We have a 19' Bambi (2006) and I would like to replace three missing rivets in the interior skin. Unfortunately, they are above the cabinet over the stove and are thus impossible to get to with a...
Forum: Rock Guards, Segment & Window Protectors 08-27-2016, 10:58 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 15,148
Posted By ghatfield
We have a 2006 Bambi and our front side window...

We have a 2006 Bambi and our front side window rock guards developed severe cracks. Some were several inches long and went all the way through the plastic. I finally replaced the curb side since it...
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 05-05-2016, 09:27 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,624
Posted By ghatfield
Waxing an Airstream

Yes, there are plenty of alternatives. The finish on the aluminum is quite durable.... some sort of teflon-like material applied by Alcoa during the manufacture of the aluminum sheets. But I think...
Forum: Electronics & Connectivity 04-24-2016, 03:04 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 12,482
Posted By ghatfield
Wired rear view video camera on a Bambi 19'

Bought this camera from Amazon:

https://www.amazon.com/Rear-View-Safety-Disconnect-RVS-770613-213/dp/B00O50XC8S/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1461531084&sr=8-5&keywords=rvs+backup+camera

Tried a...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 12-31-2015, 06:46 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 5,168
Posted By ghatfield
I posted on the Bambi/JGC combo. I should have...

I posted on the Bambi/JGC combo. I should have mentioned braking since going down the hill is as important as going up. Our JGC has disc brakes all the way around and does a good job of braking...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 12-30-2015, 11:48 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 5,168
Posted By ghatfield
We tow a 19' Bambi with a Jeep Grand Cherokee

Our Bambi weighs about 4000lbs, maybe a bit more loaded, and we use a JGC with the 5.7 liter V-8 to tow it. We use the Bambi as a "mobile motel room" in our trips between our summer home (Anacortes,...
Forum: Rock Guards, Segment & Window Protectors 10-16-2015, 11:23 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 15,148
Posted By ghatfield
There is another interesting thread on this...

There is another interesting thread on this topic...

https://www.airforums.com/forums/f469/small-cracks-in-rock-guards-102064.html

These "cracks" might be due to crazing of the plastic. Might...
Forum: Rock Guards, Segment & Window Protectors 10-16-2015, 03:11 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 15,148
Posted By ghatfield
Photo of cracks in rock guards

This does not add a lot to the discussion, but here is a pic of my door side rock guard which has numerous cracks. They are not noticeable when the rock guards are locked in place. None of the...
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 09-15-2015, 10:18 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 9,460
Posted By ghatfield
As mentioned above, I gave up on the Micropulse. ...

As mentioned above, I gave up on the Micropulse. I tried several times to recalibrate the system using the directions that came with the AS. No luck. And I could never get anyone to answer the...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 08-01-2015, 10:25 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 9,693
Posted By ghatfield
No tow/haul mode in my 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee

Why not use the tow/haul mode? Simple answer, they discontinued this sometime back... not sure when, but my 2014 does not have it. Here is a quote from my 2014 manual...

"Towing Tips
...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 08-01-2015, 02:06 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 9,693
Posted By ghatfield
2014 Grand Cherokee Limited, V8

We have towed our 19' Bambi with our Jeep for two seasons now, with no problems. My advice would be to keep an eye on the engine and transmission temps. I try to keep the trans below 200 degrees...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 07-21-2015, 12:11 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,462
Posted By ghatfield
Bambi in a field of flowers

We know a local artist here in Anacortes that had a painting of a vintage AS in a field of flowers...

Acrylic Paintings by Jennifer Bowman (https://www.jenniferbowman.com/nw.cfm?x=1&ID=2)

The...
Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 05-12-2015, 09:32 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 6,364
Posted By ghatfield
Actually, we find that a two-drawer storage unit...

Actually, we find that a two-drawer storage unit is perfect - one drawer for clothes and the other for shoes (if you're a women's size 6, you can get 4 pairs in one drawer! :) )

Pat
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 05-10-2015, 09:00 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,577
Posted By ghatfield
We have had a similar problem. The fan comes on...

We have had a similar problem. The fan comes on and it tries to light, but fails and after about three tries, turns off. The gas was on... the water heater turned on when we ran hot water. We...
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