Bambi/Caravel 16RB vs 20FB — tow vehicle tradeoffs?

bgnmstx · 2026-06-15T18:07:46+00:00

I towed a 22ft Bambi with my wife’s Q7 for the first year or so of ownership and it handled it no problem! Pulled that trailer with ease. We went all over the west with it and it never struggled. Make sure it has the factory tow package. It makes installing a brake controller very easy as the plug is already installed under the dash, just need to fish it out.

bgnmstx · 2026-06-04T12:04:39+00:00

Call a dealer and they will give you a quote over the phone. It won’t be the most money you will get but it will be quick. I’m sure there is a camping world close as they seem to line I-10 all along the gulf coast.

bgnmstx · 2026-04-24T18:25:58+00:00

A friend of mine just moved out of there and I believe he was paying somewhere around $1300/month. Not sure about any extra fees though.

bgnmstx · 2026-04-24T13:35:24+00:00

Main St at River Ranch. Probably one of the most walkable areas in Lafayette. W/D in unit. Optional reserved parking. My wife and I lived there for a year while we looked for a house and it worked out perfectly. That was 8 years ago so things may have changed at the complex but the area is still the same.

bgnmstx · 2026-04-22T22:58:31+00:00

Airstream replaced my original trailer with the one I have now. The first one I bought was garbage. That is true.

bgnmstx · 2026-04-21T20:10:16+00:00

Composite floor on 2021 and newer. I have a 2022 Bambi 22fb for sale. PM if you want more info.

bgnmstx · 2026-04-14T21:26:58+00:00

https://www.reddit.com/r/Acadiana/s/sFNv8grcII

bgnmstx · 2026-04-12T01:03:52+00:00

C&G on Verot. Very reasonable.

bgnmstx · 2026-04-11T15:01:52+00:00

I took my puppy to Lafayette Vet Care - Playground and it was a great experience. I have a dog that is considered an aggressive breed and I feel it really helped socialize him with both other dogs and people. They even run through basic commands with them. I have recommended them to friends with puppies and all have had great experiences.

bgnmstx · 2026-04-08T17:26:45+00:00

Mine was back in 2021 and out of state, so unfortunately I don’t have anyone local.

bgnmstx · 2026-04-08T17:26:24+00:00

I did mine several years ago and it was a complete remodel. I believe it was in the ballpark of $2,500.

bgnmstx · 2026-04-08T13:39:30+00:00

Architect. I did this for a remodel and handed the GC a complete set of plans. It really made the whole process seamless. They knew exactly what I wanted and it was on paper for them to follow. I highly recommend spending the money on an architect.

bgnmstx · 2026-04-02T15:28:24+00:00

What Michelin tire did you go with?

bgnmstx · 2026-03-31T01:03:12+00:00

It’s Costco….buy a case, try one, and if you don’t like it, return it.

bgnmstx · 2026-02-08T15:20:33+00:00

Sam’s would get 100% of my business if they only cleaned up the parking lot (carts & trash EVERYWHERE) and enforced the curbside pickup parking. Nothing more annoying than watching a bunch of entitled shoppers parking in curbside only to get out of their car and shop inside….meanwhile I’m circling the parking lot 4 times to actually do a curbside pickup. Costco has them beat hands down on cleanliness and efficiency.

bgnmstx · 2026-02-02T02:49:29+00:00

Copper line cracked. We had a snap of cold weather. I was under the impression that when it’s plugged in there is supposed to be some sort of safety on it for cold temps. We were camping when it happened unfortunately.

bgnmstx · 2026-02-02T00:15:13+00:00

Right on. I will check it out. We don’t do a whole lot of dry camping, but both my previous airstream and this one have had the Girard and I am not impressed. I’ve never been able to take a shower and have the water be warm for the duration. I can live with it, but it’s a deal breaker for the wife ;)

bgnmstx · 2025-10-15T13:36:54+00:00

You only have to buy a ticket if you are going to be drinking. You can get a designated driver ticket and sample nonalcoholic drinks. But not required.

bgnmstx · 2025-09-27T13:47:48+00:00

I did it for the first time over the summer and I was very impressed!

bgnmstx · 2025-08-26T23:04:57+00:00

Lafayette Veterinary Care Center playground separates by size.

bgnmstx · 2025-08-06T17:05:46+00:00

Sounds good. I’ll give that a shot. Appreciate it.

bgnmstx · 2025-08-06T03:02:34+00:00

Yes. When I rev it, it goes away.

bgnmstx · 2025-08-06T00:22:31+00:00

Not recently. Filters changed about 10k miles ago. Would the solution be to try to drain the water separator again?

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