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Forum: 1961 - 1963 Bambi 12-25-2023, 11:26 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 752
Posted By thinktankair
Tail light lenses - Vintage Trailer Supply ...

Tail light lenses - Vintage Trailer Supply
Folding support legs for pull out bed - Hardware store or carry 2x4 supports that are stored in a drawer
small aluminum drawer locks - ?
interior lights...
Forum: 1961 - 1963 Bambi 04-02-2023, 06:18 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 561
Posted By thinktankair
You are luck! I did exactly the same thing and...

You are luck! I did exactly the same thing and have pictures of the piping. They are on my blog at www.bambiairstream.com. Look for the earlier posts at the bottom of the page and you will see the...
Forum: 1961 - 1963 Bambi 04-02-2023, 06:13 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 416
Posted By thinktankair
You are in Alaska so you will need a furnace! The...

You are in Alaska so you will need a furnace! The original furnace produced so much heat that it blasts you out of the trailer. I would think you would have difficulty finding an original vent. It is...
Forum: 1961 - 1963 Bambi 03-26-2023, 05:52 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 627
Posted By thinktankair
Yes and yes!

It had a Mana-fold door. Like an acordonan door. It also had a track for a shower curtain. If you search my website for “door” you will find my repaired one. Www.bambiairstream.com
Forum: 1961 - 1963 Bambi 02-22-2023, 12:26 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 458
Posted By thinktankair
I think I measured it when I was going to use the...

I think I measured it when I was going to use the original battery and they had them at Tractor Supply
Forum: 1961 - 1963 Bambi 05-24-2022, 02:53 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 484
Posted By thinktankair
Yes

The round circle is the trailer heater and the modified drop down the water heater. You can scan the pictures on my website (www.bambiairstream.com) of my reno and see pictures of both.
Forum: 1961 - 1963 Bambi 11-28-2021, 04:11 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 873
Posted By thinktankair
The circuit breaker is original

The circuit breaker is original. My ‘61 had it too. The light is used for polarity in the system because plugs didn’t have the small and large prongs they have today. If the light comes on it is...
Forum: 1961 - 1963 Bambi 08-29-2021, 04:56 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 492
Posted By thinktankair
New Location for battery

I looked into putting a battery in that location on my Bambi. I found out it is a tractor battery and you can get them at Tractor Supply. As you look at most Bambis, you will find that site is...
Forum: 1961 - 1963 Bambi 06-06-2021, 10:33 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,579
Posted By thinktankair
Answers

Wow - this post is buzzing! Harps RV in Lincoln California does great work at a reasonable price. They specialize in vintage. I have a "61 Bambi that I restored to original, but updated the inner...
Forum: 1961 - 1963 Bambi 04-14-2021, 04:04 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,178
Posted By thinktankair
It looks like you are missing the linoleum that...

It looks like you are missing the linoleum that goes in that area. It also looks like they tilted up the metal that goes in that area so nothing fall back there. I have pictures of that area in my...
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 03-30-2021, 01:55 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 663
Posted By thinktankair
Reform the ends of the lines?

I had this happen on my 1961. I confirmed the leak with a sniffer, then reformed the ends of the lines with a flair kit and it worked. Might work for you?
Forum: Windows & Screens 03-30-2021, 01:48 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 810
Posted By thinktankair
Great feedback!

I appreciate all the feedback and will use your ideas!
Forum: Windows & Screens 03-29-2021, 10:14 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 810
Posted By thinktankair
Here are pictures. 391976391977

Here are pictures. 391976391977
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 03-29-2021, 02:20 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 399
Posted By thinktankair
How to tell frame or floor failure

A simple question with probably a difficult answer - how do you tell if your frame or floor is failing? I have a 1961 Bambi and replaced the rear floor a while back. I removed the old plywood and...
Forum: Windows & Screens 03-29-2021, 02:05 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 810
Posted By thinktankair
Thank you!

It does only have one clasp and it is good to hear you are dealing with the same thing. I will try to get some pictures today. Luckily, I have the clasp on one side and the crank on the other, so it...
Forum: Windows & Screens 03-29-2021, 05:39 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 810
Posted By thinktankair
1961 Bambi weird uneven window frame

I have a 1961 Bambi. I started my touch up polish today and saw one side of my rear window frame sticks out more than the other. I never noticed that before. When I look at the rear of the trailer...
Forum: 1961 - 1963 Bambi 12-03-2017, 01:30 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,699
Posted By thinktankair
Welcome new owner

Congrats! Hope you have a great time with your trailer. I have a 1961 too! They are great trailers! Ask any questions you have!!
Forum: Interior Restoration Forum 06-05-2017, 11:50 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,639
Posted By thinktankair
I just did what you are about to. Kinda tough...

I just did what you are about to. Kinda tough because it is a convex curve. I bought C channel from vintage trailer supply to hold the window side of the floating shelf. The other side is held on by...
Forum: Interior Restoration Forum 06-05-2017, 11:44 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,111
Posted By thinktankair
It is so confusing. You are right. My trailer...

It is so confusing. You are right. My trailer leaked everywhere when I got it and because the water leaks inside you think you should seal the inside. What I learned was you seal the outside and no...
Forum: Refrigerators 06-05-2017, 11:37 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 2,325
Posted By thinktankair
Vintage dometic m16 klixon valve fix

My original klixon valve tongue broke off. I have attached a new one using stainless steel (which has a much higher melting point than propane. The key is, the valve still clicks on and off so it...
Forum: 1961 - 1963 Bambi 10-18-2016, 10:40 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,366
Posted By thinktankair
Your trailer was much traveled. Each of the stars...

Your trailer was much traveled. Each of the stars above the number stands for 5 years in the WBCCI caravan club. Skin is pretty straight too. Interior photos? The hot water heater was changed. The...
Forum: 1961 - 1963 Bambi 10-18-2016, 10:16 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,366
Posted By thinktankair
Welcome. It looks so much like my '61 when I got...

Welcome. It looks so much like my '61 when I got it. I posted all my restorations pictures on my blog at bambiairstream.com Happy restoration!!
Forum: General Repair Forum 09-20-2015, 06:13 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 110,135
Posted By thinktankair
Here is my link to my 1961 Bambi restoration to...

Here is my link to my 1961 Bambi restoration to original. Http://bambiairstream.com


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Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 09-20-2015, 06:03 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,704
Posted By thinktankair
I have a 1961 Bambi and it had clear coat. Clear...

I have a 1961 Bambi and it had clear coat. Clear coat was an option starting in 1961 and standard starting in 1963.


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Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 10-19-2014, 03:23 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,062
Posted By thinktankair
I have a few pictures of the back plumbing on my...

I have a few pictures of the back plumbing on my blog bambiairstream.com. My email address is scottleaman@hotmail.com if you want to talk offline. Sometimes that is easier.


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Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 10-19-2014, 03:14 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,062
Posted By thinktankair
If you put a gray tank under the fridge, which I...

If you put a gray tank under the fridge, which I think is clever, I would maintain the drain in a different spot than the black tank.


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Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 10-19-2014, 03:11 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,062
Posted By thinktankair
When I bought my 1961 bambi there was a 20 gallon...

When I bought my 1961 bambi there was a 20 gallon tank under the kitchen sink that was used as a gray tank for the sink. I took it out and hooked everything up to original. I now use a blue boy and...
Forum: 1961 - 1963 Bambi 10-05-2014, 02:36 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,056
Posted By thinktankair
I was thinking ... I am assuming you have the...

I was thinking ... I am assuming you have the original fridge and you may not. Is there a drawer under the fridge? This drawer is commonly removed because the newer fridges are larger. The fridge...
Forum: 1961 - 1963 Bambi 10-05-2014, 02:18 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,056
Posted By thinktankair
let me get a picture of mine to help

let me get a picture of mine to help
Forum: 1961 - 1963 Bambi 10-05-2014, 01:53 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,056
Posted By thinktankair
It really isn't hard to remove and you don't need...

It really isn't hard to remove and you don't need a hammer! Turn off the propane at the bottle. Remove the propane connection at the bottom of the fridge, then open the top of the stove and remove...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 09-13-2014, 09:25 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 12,896
Posted By thinktankair
Thanks everyone! Sent from my iPhone...

Thanks everyone!


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Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 09-12-2014, 03:29 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 12,896
Posted By thinktankair
I'm sorry i wasn't more specific. I am talking...

I'm sorry i wasn't more specific. I am talking about the connection from the trailer that goes into the car's receptacle. If I ground the trailer tongue to the car, everything works. As it is with no...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 09-02-2014, 04:18 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 12,896
Posted By thinktankair
Ground Wire Connection

Does anyone know where the ground wire (white wire in the trailer's wiring harness) is connected or bolted on a 60's era Airstream?
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 08-25-2014, 02:19 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,298
Posted By thinktankair
1961 Bambi Black Tank Capacity

Any one know how many gallons the black tank on the 1961 holds? Thanks!!
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 08-25-2014, 12:05 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 920
Posted By thinktankair
Lighting a dometic m16 with wick

I am trying to light a dometic m16 with the wick. No red button like on my other model. Instructions?
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 08-02-2014, 12:13 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,145
Posted By thinktankair
Folding table dimensions

I am looking for the dimensions for the folding tables that go in the closet. I thought it was 24x 36 but that is too big to fit in the closet. I am sizing one for a 1961 bambi. Thanks!
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 06-09-2014, 01:47 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,114
Posted By thinktankair
Thanks everyone. All new wood in the entire area,...

Thanks everyone. All new wood in the entire area, so no rot! I like the spacer idea - I can pick up some plastic ones at home depot so they won't rot.
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 06-09-2014, 08:33 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,114
Posted By thinktankair
I had to replace the metal flange with a plastic...

I had to replace the metal flange with a plastic one. I have tightened the bolts all the way. The base doesn't have complete contact with the floor.
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 06-09-2014, 12:41 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,114
Posted By thinktankair
Wobbly toilet

Wobbly toilet in my 1961 bambi. Solutions?
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 06-09-2014, 12:37 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,420
Posted By thinktankair
Toilet seal for vintage toilet

Any ideas on getting a toilet seal for an old sanimore toilet in my z1961 airstream? Other ideas on how to install?
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 05-12-2014, 07:20 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,730
Posted By thinktankair
bump

bump
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 05-12-2014, 09:51 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,730
Posted By thinktankair
Black Tank Sits On Frame?

I am reinstalling my black tank in my 1961 Airstream Bambi and I am finding it is sitting on frame (with some wood on top of course). I don't remember it being so far over on the frame, but during my...
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 04-21-2014, 02:03 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,371
Posted By thinktankair
Any one have info on this question?

Any one have info on this question?
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 04-20-2014, 09:00 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,371
Posted By thinktankair
Keeping the Bowen shroud on an Atwood water heater.

I have come across many solutions to keeping the old shroud on my 1961 Bambi when I install a new Atwood water heater. Is the one pictured the best? I still haven't figured out how it will drain...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 04-18-2014, 09:15 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,538
Posted By thinktankair
Wow. That looks great and is ver clever!

Wow. That looks great and is ver clever!
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 04-18-2014, 12:13 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,538
Posted By thinktankair
Thanks!

Thanks!
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 04-17-2014, 01:14 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,538
Posted By thinktankair
Insulation?

I had to pull some of my belly pan on my 1961 Bambi and saw there is no insulation between the floor and pan. I have seen the discussion here with advice that ranges from no insulation to some space...
Forum: Upholstery, Blinds, Walls & Interior Finishes 04-17-2014, 12:56 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,244
Posted By thinktankair
Thanks so much. I will check for paint. The...

Thanks so much. I will check for paint. The silicone seemed to work great!
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 04-15-2014, 08:04 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,001
Posted By thinktankair
Thank you Rick and Munno!

Thank you Rick and Munno!
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 04-15-2014, 08:02 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,391
Posted By thinktankair
Thanks Colin! I will add the ball valves inside....

Thanks Colin! I will add the ball valves inside. Much better idea. And the mystery drain on the hot water side is solved as well!
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