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Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 02-11-2017, 05:15 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,387
Posted By remphoto
I agree. Been towing our 16J for 2 years with...

I agree. Been towing our 16J for 2 years with 2015 Honda Pilot AWD and have not used any WD or sway control. I generally tow < 65 mph and have never experienced sway. Dealer and hitch installer...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 01-22-2017, 05:10 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,335
Posted By remphoto
I think you are referring to the Winnebago...

I think you are referring to the Winnebago View/Itasca Navion twins. We have been looking at one as a replacement for our Bambi 16 Sport. The 24V model has twins and a single slideout and about as...
Forum: On The Road... 01-19-2017, 08:07 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,262
Posted By remphoto
We have stayed at Tampa South RV several times...

We have stayed at Tampa South RV several times when visiting our son, who lives in Ruskin. It is immaculate -- newly renovated shower house and pool and friendly people.
Forum: On The Road... 01-03-2017, 08:54 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,525
Posted By remphoto
I have never driven in a city where the lanes...

I have never driven in a city where the lanes shift as much and are so poorly marked as downtown Atlanta on I-75. It is so bad that one wonders if it was designed this way to get even with the...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 12-25-2016, 07:28 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,336
Posted By remphoto
We have been towing our 2015 16' Sport with a...

We have been towing our 2015 16' Sport with a 2015 Honda Pilot AWD for the past 2 years. It is nicely matched for this trailer but would not want to tow anything larger unless towing on flat...
Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 12-06-2016, 07:36 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 8,155
Posted By remphoto
There has been some discussion about how this...

There has been some discussion about how this might affect the structure long term but the fact that you had it done at the factory is a positive. I would think twice about adding any additional...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 12-06-2016, 07:32 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 10,155
Posted By remphoto
Without going into detail, the presence of a...

Without going into detail, the presence of a handgun headed off a potenial robbery (or worse) while we were stopped at a convenience store in rural Georgia. First (and hopefully last) time. To think...
Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 10-28-2016, 04:54 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 6,258
Posted By remphoto
#1 Many do but I would not think of using it at a...

#1 Many do but I would not think of using it at a dump station unless there was very little traffic. The SS takes quite a while to dump and will hold up the line. We use it at full hook up sites and...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 10-15-2016, 07:52 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,117
Posted By remphoto
With just you mostly using the trailer, you might...

With just you mostly using the trailer, you might be surprised at how long that waste tank lasts before dumping. My wife and I can get 3 "trailer" showers each. We rarely use the sink for dishes,...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 10-15-2016, 06:52 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,117
Posted By remphoto
A few additional thoughts: Bring a bag of lego...

A few additional thoughts: Bring a bag of lego leveling blocks to use under the hitch jack in the event the campsite slopes front to back. Fully extended, the front jack will not always level the...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 10-14-2016, 05:37 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,117
Posted By remphoto
You have it pretty nicely covered. Maybe add a...

You have it pretty nicely covered. Maybe add a metal propane tank cover? Then it will look like the larger trailers from the front. Of course that is about $750 unless you can find one used like...
Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 10-08-2016, 11:51 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,697
Posted By remphoto
Others who have had their Sports longer may have...

Others who have had their Sports longer may have some opinion on longevity but in our experience, they operate just fine -- crank out easily and are less fussy than the awning Airstream window in the...
Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 10-08-2016, 10:24 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,697
Posted By remphoto
Others who have had their Sports longer may have...

Others who have had their Sports longer may have some opinion on longevity but in our experience, they operate just fine -- crank out easily and are less fussy than the awning Airstream window in the...
Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 10-06-2016, 02:53 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,697
Posted By remphoto
Here are my thoughts: Over the years when our...

Here are my thoughts: Over the years when our kids were young and at home we had two 30' range trailers which worked well for a family of 4, even though they were a pain to tow. We bought the 16'...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 09-16-2016, 05:49 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 7,414
Posted By remphoto
We have been towing a 16' Sport with our 2015...

We have been towing a 16' Sport with our 2015 Pilot which came standard with a tow package. Included was a hitch receiver and transmission cooler but I had to add the 7 point plug receptacle and...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 09-10-2016, 07:39 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 15,978
Posted By remphoto
We are small vehicle people -- always have been. ...

We are small vehicle people -- always have been. We have had sports cars, sports sedans and small SUV's our entire 40 years of marriage. We like the nimble handling and ease of parking offered by...
Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 09-05-2016, 07:00 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,476
Posted By remphoto
The lock lever on the inside of the door of our...

The lock lever on the inside of the door of our Bambi 16 is so stiff that it is practically impossible to lock it by bumping. Locking it on purpose and leaving the key inside is another matter. :)
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 08-29-2016, 04:59 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,614
Posted By remphoto
I have the same situation if pumping uphill....

I have the same situation if pumping uphill. There is no gravity to drain the little remaining water. At least the spillage "looks" clean and I will catch it with a dish basin or just rinse it away...
Forum: On The Road... 08-24-2016, 04:30 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 814
Posted By remphoto
When we visited Floyd there were a number of BBQ...

When we visited Floyd there were a number of BBQ stands which smelled wonderful. However we went 20 miles east to Bent Mountain Bistro and had wonderful food and atmosphere.
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 08-21-2016, 07:57 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 10,592
Posted By remphoto
We are working and a few years out from...

We are working and a few years out from retirement. We bought our Bambi last spring and are doing about 25 nights/year (which includes a 9 night roundtrip to Florida). That does not cost justify...
Forum: Jacks, Stabilizers, Lifting and Leveling 08-15-2016, 11:37 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 12,969
Posted By remphoto
This sounds like a great solution. Did you...

This sounds like a great solution. Did you remove the jacks to weld on the bolt or were you able to do it on the trailer?
Forum: Buyer Guidelines 08-15-2016, 11:28 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,205
Posted By remphoto
Nothing but positive experiences buying and...

Nothing but positive experiences buying and selling throught it. I only had to file a claim against a seller once for not shipping the item and Paypal quickly straightened it out and I received my...
Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 08-13-2016, 07:21 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,947
Posted By remphoto
Well, was I in for a surprise when I picked up my...

Well, was I in for a surprise when I picked up my 16J from the dealer. I was expecting the larger protectors, which was what I thought were ordered, but ended up with the small ones. I googled the...
Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 08-12-2016, 05:06 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,947
Posted By remphoto
I believe the small protectors are those designed...

I believe the small protectors are those designed for the smaller European Airstreams. They are not as high and our dealer advised against them because they do not provide as much protection. The...
Forum: Jacks, Stabilizers, Lifting and Leveling 08-10-2016, 02:48 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 12,969
Posted By remphoto
Explanation from our dealer regarding all the...

Explanation from our dealer regarding all the short cuts on the Sports is "weight reduction". That's why, supposedly, there are no section rock protectors, metal LP bottle covers, rear bumper and...
Forum: Jacks, Stabilizers, Lifting and Leveling 08-09-2016, 09:37 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 12,969
Posted By remphoto
You are correct except for those of us with joint...

You are correct except for those of us with joint replacements and other physical problems making getting up and down from the ground painful. Same goes for the low sewer attachment, but that is...
Forum: Jacks, Stabilizers, Lifting and Leveling 08-09-2016, 09:32 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 12,969
Posted By remphoto
Found the longer crank BAL's (below). Supposedly ...

Found the longer crank BAL's (below). Supposedly they are used on non-Bambi Airstreams. Hopefully they would bolt on easily but at $250 a welder might be a better option.
...
Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 08-09-2016, 08:35 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,947
Posted By remphoto
We got ours much quicker but dealer advised to...

We got ours much quicker but dealer advised to use larger ones like on larger AS as they protect better. The LP bottle cover we got is also for a FC
With 30lb bottles so it will all be proportional.
Forum: Jacks, Stabilizers, Lifting and Leveling 08-09-2016, 07:29 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 12,969
Posted By remphoto
We bought a slotted bit off Amazon that works...

We bought a slotted bit off Amazon that works with a drill. Problem is it still requires crawling on the ground to line it up on the attachment point. Also, clearance is tight on the right front one...
Forum: Jacks, Stabilizers, Lifting and Leveling 08-09-2016, 06:34 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 12,969
Posted By remphoto
Stabilizer Jack Crank Extensions Question

It is a hassle to raise and lower the stabilizer jacks on our '16 because it is low and the crank attachment is recessed. I noticed that on the big AS models the crank attachment point is at the...
Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 08-09-2016, 05:48 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,947
Posted By remphoto
We have them being installed right now....

We have them being installed right now. Installation is least of cost- about 2 hrs labor - $200-300. Protectors were factory list less 15%
discount from our dealer- around $750. As service manager...
Forum: Member Introductions 08-05-2016, 07:12 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 706
Posted By remphoto
Congratulations and welcome! Bruce Miller was...

Congratulations and welcome! Bruce Miller was our salesman at Haydocy, also, and really have enjoyed him before, during and after the sale. We are taking the trailer in tomorrow for its first...
Forum: General Appliance Topics 08-04-2016, 07:26 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,766
Posted By remphoto
Frankly, I am considering removing the tv and its...

Frankly, I am considering removing the tv and its cumbersome bracket in our 16. We never use it and it is in the way even folded up in the bed. Unfortunately, removal seems to leave some nasty...
Forum: Our Community 08-03-2016, 09:12 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,477
Posted By remphoto
We have a 4 year old autistic grandson. He is a...

We have a 4 year old autistic grandson. He is a sweet child but likes to run so it is hard to contain him on the campsite. We are hopeful that as he grows this changes as we would like him to come...
Forum: On The Road... 07-28-2016, 11:21 AM
Replies: 230
Views: 44,421
Posted By remphoto
Now you are in our stomping grounds. Cardinal is...

Now you are in our stomping grounds. Cardinal is a nice park but can get a little noisy as it is a shooting facility. It has a fantastic. sporting clays course.
Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 07-25-2016, 06:46 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,996
Posted By remphoto
12 volt plugs seem to be going the way of the...

12 volt plugs seem to be going the way of the dinosaur in vehicles replaced by the USB plug. Our 2015 Bambi 16 has two USB's near the radio and several in the bed area. New cars seem to be loaded...
Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 07-24-2016, 03:42 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,802
Posted By remphoto
Our experience with ours in Florida is full fan...

Our experience with ours in Florida is full fan on high during the day. At night if the temp ever drops into the low '70s or below we found we could turn it off, open a couple windows and use the...
Forum: On The Road... 07-13-2016, 11:32 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,145
Posted By remphoto
We towed down I-77 in May and it is one of my...

We towed down I-77 in May and it is one of my favorite roads for beauty. I just took it easy on the curvy sections and enjoyed the ride. Any interstate can get backed up if there is a crash or...
Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 07-11-2016, 04:07 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,008
Posted By remphoto
I would like to add a window to ours just to get...

I would like to add a window to ours just to get more light inside. Not sure what is involved but suppose the factory could do it for a (considerable) price.
Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 06-26-2016, 09:17 AM
Replies: 129
Views: 15,998
Posted By remphoto
It has some serious thought and accessories for...

It has some serious thought and accessories for sure. It lost me, though, when he went inside and saw all that dark over-styled wood and fireplace. To me, the clean, bright interior on an AS is...
Forum: Member Introductions 06-19-2016, 08:40 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,409
Posted By remphoto
A negative of the Sport models vs. FC is they...

A negative of the Sport models vs. FC is they come without section (rock) protectors and a rear bumper with storage. Adding these costs thousands. Without the section protectors the lower front of...
Forum: On The Road... 06-11-2016, 09:01 AM
Replies: 230
Views: 44,421
Posted By remphoto
Have you camped at Virginia Highland Haven...

Have you camped at Virginia Highland Haven Airstream Park? Beautiful.
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 06-10-2016, 07:23 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,685
Posted By remphoto
I cannot see a down-side of using the tightener. ...

I cannot see a down-side of using the tightener. I use one on my tow vehicle hitch and it firms up the connection and gets rid of the noise.
Forum: Member Introductions 06-10-2016, 06:50 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,661
Posted By remphoto
Darn, had the image of a jacked up 16' Bambi with...

Darn, had the image of a jacked up 16' Bambi with a Spare tire mounted on the back and racks on the front (ala T@B Outback). :)
Forum: Member Introductions 06-09-2016, 06:36 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,661
Posted By remphoto
Congratulations and don't worry, you will have...

Congratulations and don't worry, you will have lots of people commenting and wanting a peak. :)
Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 06-06-2016, 04:59 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,926
Posted By remphoto
Same thing happened to us on our year old Bambi...

Same thing happened to us on our year old Bambi Sport. Turned out to be a bad battery. I diagnosed it by pulling a battery cap and seeing the water boiling with water all over the battery (careful...
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 06-06-2016, 10:42 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,948
Posted By remphoto
Thanks -- PM sent to you.

Thanks -- PM sent to you.
Forum: 2016 - Current Classic (all lengths) 06-04-2016, 01:53 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 7,985
Posted By remphoto
Interesting. The T@B teardrop trailers have been...

Interesting. The T@B teardrop trailers have been using the Alde system for some time. They have a complex control system but put out a nice, even heat.
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 06-03-2016, 08:22 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,948
Posted By remphoto
Good idea, thanks. We have a good machine shop...

Good idea, thanks. We have a good machine shop near here and I think there is a scematic drawing somewhere on the Web of the cover. I will look into it.
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 06-03-2016, 08:02 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,948
Posted By remphoto
Of course. It came with a plastic cover but...

Of course. It came with a plastic cover but wanted to get the look of the larger Airstreams with the aluminum cover -- especially since we were a adding the segment stone protectors with which the...
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