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Forum: Vintage Kin 05-07-2022, 06:44 AM
Replies: 201
Views: 348,521
Posted By JDS
Bowlus forum

I own the first Bowlus of the current iteration and would be very interested in such a forum.
Forum: On The Road... 04-28-2020, 06:34 AM
Replies: 1,989
Views: 277,726
Posted By JDS
Dear FaN, How does this all end? Inquiring...

Dear FaN,

How does this all end? Inquiring minds want to know!

Your friend,

John S.
Forum: Vintage Kin 01-23-2020, 08:29 AM
Replies: 201
Views: 348,521
Posted By JDS
Hi Bruce, I'm a bit taller than you and have...

Hi Bruce,
I'm a bit taller than you and have had no issues with my height. I would recommend trying to see one in person to reassure yourself.
All the best,
John S.
Forum: Vintage Kin 01-19-2020, 08:35 AM
Replies: 201
Views: 348,521
Posted By JDS
The propane tank is easily filled from the...

The propane tank is easily filled from the outside, where there is a little door that provides access. No issue at all. Rock guards would be a good idea as we have experienced some "road rash". The...
Forum: On The Road... 08-26-2018, 06:13 AM
Replies: 1,989
Views: 277,726
Posted By JDS
It would appear some of the mods have a problem...

It would appear some of the mods have a problem with my idea of humour on some other threads. There's so much agony in the world - I just like to try to make people laugh.

Dear FaN,

Your...
Forum: On The Road... 05-29-2018, 11:10 AM
Replies: 1,989
Views: 277,726
Posted By JDS
The FaN is now eight years old. With only 2,000...

The FaN is now eight years old. With only 2,000 miles on it.

Pathetic, don't you think?

Hi FaN,

We picked up our Bowlus in the Fall of 2014 and have logged 28,325 miles with it!
You need to...
Forum: Vintage Kin 01-13-2017, 02:15 PM
Replies: 201
Views: 348,521
Posted By JDS
Hi Believer, To answer your questions, I am...

Hi Believer,

To answer your questions, I am 6'4" and because of that have hesitated to us the shower. I still plan to do it but have been using campground showers so far. The standard battery is...
Forum: Vintage Kin 09-01-2016, 07:39 AM
Replies: 201
Views: 348,521
Posted By JDS
It's definitely removed from the outside. ...

It's definitely removed from the outside.

John S.
Forum: Vintage Kin 08-31-2016, 07:18 AM
Replies: 201
Views: 348,521
Posted By JDS
My wife had similar concerns but I reminded her...

My wife had similar concerns but I reminded her that I would handle the cassette toilet. It's odor-free in the trailer. As far as emptying it, my only recommendation is to plan to empty it every day...
Forum: Vintage Kin 08-29-2016, 05:29 AM
Replies: 201
Views: 348,521
Posted By JDS
StevieB, I really don't know. It's built in...

StevieB,

I really don't know. It's built in and has an exhaust to the outside right behind the unit. I guess I'd recommend Googling SoleusAir to learn more.

Best regards,

John S.
Forum: Vintage Kin 08-25-2016, 07:00 PM
Replies: 201
Views: 348,521
Posted By JDS
I'm not aware of any member groups for the Bowlus...

I'm not aware of any member groups for the Bowlus but would love to be in a group.

John S.
Forum: Vintage Kin 08-25-2016, 06:59 PM
Replies: 201
Views: 348,521
Posted By JDS
Mine has an 8,000BU Soleus A/C, and it cools like...

Mine has an 8,000BU Soleus A/C, and it cools like a demon!

John S.
Forum: Vintage Kin 05-31-2016, 09:55 AM
Replies: 201
Views: 348,521
Posted By JDS
Scott, I suggest you contact Bowlus directly for...

Scott, I suggest you contact Bowlus directly for delivery time as it changes. I think the best place to see one would be their Henderson, NV facility and you would need to coordinate that visit with...
Forum: On The Road... 05-29-2016, 03:16 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,554
Posted By JDS
Towed our Bowlus (24') over the entire Trail...

Towed our Bowlus (24') over the entire Trail Ridge Road last July and except for a sleet/hail storm had no issues at all. Great scenery!

John S.
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 04-10-2016, 06:39 PM
Replies: 231
Views: 28,351
Posted By JDS
Glad to hear that the transfer went through and...

Glad to hear that the transfer went through and hope to see everyone again next year. All the best.

John S.
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 03-14-2016, 02:16 PM
Replies: 231
Views: 28,351
Posted By JDS
Not yet. John S. Sent from my iPhone...

Not yet. John S.


Sent from my iPhone using Airstream Forums
Forum: Vintage Kin 02-20-2016, 10:20 AM
Replies: 201
Views: 348,521
Posted By JDS
Our TV is a new 1/2 ton Chevy Silverado, not...

Our TV is a new 1/2 ton Chevy Silverado, not because it's needed to tow the Bowlus but rather because we carry a ton of crap with us. You can tow the Bowlus with just about any car.

The vents...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 02-17-2016, 08:10 AM
Replies: 231
Views: 28,351
Posted By JDS
F2 is still available. John S.

F2 is still available.

John S.
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 02-06-2016, 09:32 AM
Replies: 231
Views: 28,351
Posted By JDS
Thanks Maggie. John S.

Thanks Maggie.

John S.
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 02-06-2016, 09:00 AM
Replies: 231
Views: 28,351
Posted By JDS
Change of plans

Jack/Maggie

I've just scheduled a shoulder replacement operation which will render me unable to attend the Moraine View rally. I have the site F2 and if there is a way to transfer that to someone...
Forum: Vintage Kin 01-15-2016, 04:54 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,357
Posted By JDS
I have the good fortune to have the first new...

I have the good fortune to have the first new Bowlus Road Chief delivered to a customer. As a former AS owner (2011 23' Int'l Serenity FB) I am in a good position to comment. I've posted a...
Forum: Our Community 12-14-2015, 06:30 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,995
Posted By JDS
Hi Susan, What dealer are you using? If it's...

Hi Susan,

What dealer are you using? If it's the one in Joliet, IL, you may well have a problem. We initially looked at them but quickly decided not to buy from them and went all the way to...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 12-14-2015, 06:16 PM
Replies: 231
Views: 28,351
Posted By JDS
Hi Maggie - we've booked F2 and are looking...

Hi Maggie - we've booked F2 and are looking forward to seeing you and all the others again!

John Sabroske
Forum: Vintage Kin 11-29-2015, 07:46 PM
Replies: 201
Views: 348,521
Posted By JDS
The Bowlus is 24' and my AS was 23', essentially...

The Bowlus is 24' and my AS was 23', essentially the same. The Bowlus is narrower and less high than the AS. The biggest difference between the two, and the main reason I love the Bowlus, is that it...
Forum: Vintage Kin 11-29-2015, 12:46 PM
Replies: 201
Views: 348,521
Posted By JDS
I actually have the first one delivered to a...

I actually have the first one delivered to a customer (Sept. 2014) and have towed it over 12,000 miles. I'd be happy to answer any well meaning questions about the trailer. I sold our Airstream, a...
Forum: Our Community 10-31-2015, 03:07 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,937
Posted By JDS
The standard version is $110k and the customized...

The standard version is $110k and the customized one is $130k. They've announced a price increase for 2016.

John S.
Forum: Off Topic Forum 08-28-2015, 06:09 AM
Replies: 8,174
Views: 1,308,973
Posted By JDS
No, but it's now on our list! John S.

No, but it's now on our list!

John S.
Forum: Off Topic Forum 08-27-2015, 02:56 PM
Replies: 8,174
Views: 1,308,973
Posted By JDS
Hi Maggie, 12 Mile Beach may be our favorite...

Hi Maggie,

12 Mile Beach may be our favorite campground, but you have to be on the lake side!

All the best,

John S.


Sent from my iPhone using Airstream Forums
Forum: Tow Vehicles 07-29-2015, 06:15 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,087
Posted By JDS
I've now counted three Freightliner tow vehicles...

I've now counted three Freightliner tow vehicles in the last two years camping!

John S.
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 07-25-2015, 09:12 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 7,518
Posted By JDS
I have the Yamaha 2400 and it fits nicely under...

I have the Yamaha 2400 and it fits nicely under my tonneau cover on my 2014 Silverado 1/2 pickup.

John S.
Forum: Boondocking 07-22-2015, 07:41 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 13,642
Posted By JDS
Real Time Update

Just returned from a trip to Utah & back. When camping at Timber Creek CG in Rocky Mountain National Park, elevation 9,000 feet, went to bed feeling great but woke up the next morning with a wicked...
Forum: On The Road... 07-03-2015, 07:10 AM
Replies: 1,989
Views: 277,726
Posted By JDS
I'm quite confident that FaN is OK with that! ...

I'm quite confident that FaN is OK with that!

All the best,

John S.
Forum: On The Road... 07-03-2015, 06:16 AM
Replies: 1,989
Views: 277,726
Posted By JDS
I agree Maggie and that's precisely why I like...

I agree Maggie and that's precisely why I like this thread so much!

John S.
Forum: Boondocking 07-01-2015, 08:18 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 13,642
Posted By JDS
Interesting thread. My first climb, many many...

Interesting thread. My first climb, many many years ago, was the Grand Teton and it took me three tries to summit, the first two scuttled because of altitude sickness. The second try I got sick at...
Forum: Photography 06-29-2015, 09:05 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 17,141
Posted By JDS
John & Carolyn

John & Carolyn
Forum: On The Road... 06-27-2015, 08:05 AM
Replies: 1,989
Views: 277,726
Posted By JDS
Hi FaN, Looks like scrambled eggs to me. ...

Hi FaN,

Looks like scrambled eggs to me.

John S.
Forum: 2011 - 2015 International 06-22-2015, 01:12 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,583
Posted By JDS
I did exactly what Larry did. John S.

I did exactly what Larry did.

John S.
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 06-15-2015, 11:38 AM
Replies: 154
Views: 18,015
Posted By JDS
Thanks for the kind words, Roger, and great pix,...

Thanks for the kind words, Roger, and great pix, both of the rally and our Road Chief.

John S.
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 06-15-2015, 08:32 AM
Replies: 154
Views: 18,015
Posted By JDS
As first time ever attendees both Carolyn & I...

As first time ever attendees both Carolyn & I were overwhelmed by the friendly conversations and great food we enjoyed at the Rally (no mention need be made about the weather!). Thanks again,...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 06-07-2015, 07:03 PM
Replies: 154
Views: 18,015
Posted By JDS
My dear wife will bring the best ever deviled...

My dear wife will bring the best ever deviled eggs to the potluck.

John S.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 05-14-2015, 11:49 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,161
Posted By JDS
I've also replaced with Bilsteins and they work...

I've also replaced with Bilsteins and they work great.

John S.
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 05-01-2015, 09:26 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 7,370
Posted By JDS
I agree with the FaN. John S. "AKA, the...

I agree with the FaN.

John S. "AKA, the Grammar Lady"
Forum: Photography 04-25-2015, 03:08 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,236
Posted By JDS
How did you get that lighting effect at night? ...

How did you get that lighting effect at night? Looks like you had a giant spot light. Amazing photos.

John S.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-30-2015, 05:10 PM
Replies: 152
Views: 13,225
Posted By JDS
Hi DZNF0G, Your last sentence really hit...

Hi DZNF0G,

Your last sentence really hit home. Around the same time i bought a BMW 550i and an Airstream 23' Int'l. Serenity FB. I posted that the contrast between the two couldn't have been...
Forum: Stella's Kitchen 03-20-2015, 07:13 AM
Replies: 102
Views: 24,084
Posted By JDS
I like this thread - none of the animus that...

I like this thread - none of the animus that seems to pervade threads on hitches, tow vehicles or tires!!

John S.
ps, I vote for the chemex style myself.
Forum: On The Road... 03-13-2015, 04:59 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,123
Posted By JDS
Thanks everyone for your very informative...

Thanks everyone for your very informative replies. There appear to be many great CG's in our neighboring state to the south!

John S.
Forum: On The Road... 03-11-2015, 06:35 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,123
Posted By JDS
Thanks everyone for your replies. The needle...

Thanks everyone for your replies. The needle seems to be pointing toward Johnson Shut Ins!

John S.
Forum: On The Road... 03-10-2015, 10:14 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,123
Posted By JDS
Thanks for the recommendations. Does anyone have...

Thanks for the recommendations. Does anyone have any experience with Johnson Shut Ins State Park?

John S.
Forum: On The Road... 03-09-2015, 06:27 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,123
Posted By JDS
Favorite Missouri Ozark campgrounds

We're getting itchy to go camping next month (April) and were thinking of the Missouri Ozarks. Would greatly appreciate any advice/recommendations on campgrounds that may be open in April. Our first...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 02-28-2015, 05:51 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,142
Posted By JDS
In my experience the small one is hooked up to...

In my experience the small one is hooked up to the electric jack.

John S.
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