The new Bambi does have a bed doesn't it? Or does the dinette make out
into one? Also, where is the bathroom? I couldn't tell a lot about the
layout from the pictures. Thanks.
Jodi of J&J 1965 Caravel
At 12:22 PM 12/10/00 -0600, you wrote:
>Elisa, you can go to ;
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>http://www.airstream.com/
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>then go to, "whats new", then that will take you to the new B-16 . I
>have studied the new B-16, and I think it is a definite winner. Under
>20K, without AC and other options. Zip Dee awnings are available, the
>layout is similar to the old style. With only 13 feet of interior
>space, there is not a lot with which to work. I am anxious to see the
>Inside Design model because I'm sure it will have new design parameters,
>and will reach out to a whole new market.
>As you can see, the weight is steadily creeping up, with a GVWR of
>3500#. I think the use of more interior aluminum, and less heavy wood
>will help. This little coach is supposed to be a weekend camper, not a
>subsitute Excella 500. I would eliminate that big stove/oven and
>replace it, with a 3 burner stove top, and a small microwave over head.
>Most women I know in the VAC, hate to cook on these outings, and to fire
>up the oven in that little B-16, seems like a waste. A little stove top
>burner above the refrigerator, would eliminate that stove / oven combe,
>and create more counter and storage space. I am not a gourmet cook, but
>in my rally experience, which is usually in the summer months, I have
>never had the need to fire up the Oven, but a Microwave would be most
>welcome. I aspire to the philosphy that "Less is More", and my 1961
>16' Bambi, at 1850 pounds, unloaded, and about 2500 lbs , loaded is
>more than adequate for my needs. I usually travel solo, but
>occasionally will travel with my son, or a companion. The Bambi is a
>two person coach, maximum.
>A tip O the hat, to Inside Design, for having the courage to attempt
>this project, and most of all, trying to keep it lightweight.
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>Bill Scott
>Charter Member and Membership Chairman
>Washington DC Unit, WBCCI #3221
>Our Homepage; http://www.servintfree.net/wbcci-dc/
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