The Complete Restoration of a 1961 Airstream Bambi

[@ussweeneyd]

WOW! No manufacturer could equal this quality. Congratulations on a fantastic result.

[@AZExpert]

Wow, thank you!

[@janebray9392]

Yes, this should be sent to Airstream, but they might try and steal James and Chad for their team😂😍😘👍

[@davidhunternyc1]

There were so many micro shots of details it's impossible to see what the interior looks like as a whole. I agree, great renovation but I would've liked to see more of the end result.

[@clarencewiles963]

Improved to the point of restoration, very good work 😊

[@AZExpert]

Thanks a lot 😊

[@janebray9392]

Wow!! These tiny trailer projects you do..just Wow!!! That back storage compartment on bumper, fantastic!!! I knew a guy who him and his wife restored old cars, a lot of them, he turned into hot rods...they took them right down to the frame, sand blasted, powder coated, his wife's specialty was completely restoring the radiators!!!!😲 He gave me a ride in the class C he built from an old ambulance..man that thing had 💥Power💥‼️ they never had kids but they had stacks of photo albums of all the cars they rebuilt, those were referred to as "The Babies"! He also souped up a v6 4x4 and it would beat all the v8s!!!! That thing chirped!!!!

[@AZExpert]

thank you so much. These jobs don't typically make money but they are fun and satisfying

[@jamesscott1932]

That craftsmanship exceeds the factory standards!

[@AZExpert]

Thank you!!!

[@robertthompson6958]

Awesome video James. Bit of a departure for you. This has to be a labor of love because with all the effort, materials and fabrication involved there could be little room for profit.

[@AZExpert]

It was a very expensive restoration just in parts as so much was added. But it was not a money maker by any means. We had so much fun doing this!

[@clarencewiles963]

I read all the comments. And I would have said all of them. Thumbs up 👍 thanks for sharing 😎

[@tjplusproductions]

Beautiful work! You should be so proud.

[@AZExpert]

We still are very proud of it. Thank you!

[@jimduffy9773]

Simply incredible. Over the top.

[@AZExpert]

Glad you like it!

[@philw7174]

Wow. Beautiful. Great job. Happy trails!

[@AZExpert]

Thanks for watching!

[@truetexan7755]

Retro on the outside. Modern on the inside. Best of both worlds 👍

[@AZExpert]

I really am shocked how big it feels inside.

[@suepopoff3159]

Good for you, I hope you are so very proud of yourself!🇨🇦 it is a beauty, and the music is good too!

[@AZExpert]

It's definitely one of my favorite projects for sure

[@joefranco5397]

Excellent restoration, very nice job 👍🏼

[@AZExpert]

Thank you very much!

[@jeffcecchini3588]

Wow, what a ton of work. Came out great!

[@AZExpert]

It was, but it was worth it. Once we were building the interior we just wanted to get it put together to see it not for any other reason.

[@wimprezax]

Great job! I thought about getting an old one and remodel it. After watching your video, yea...probably not.

[@AZExpert]

It is surprisingly more work to re-build tiny vintage trailers than a standard size house.

[@Scoopy4444]

This would have been so perfect for ceramic coating. Next time . Beautiful project , congratulations !

[@AZExpert]

Next time!

[@jeffr0]

Wow, James & Chad, that looks GREAT!

[@AZExpert]

Thank you very much!

[@nightstalkerck]

Wow!! After all that you really have a new one, but you did a great job.

[@AZExpert]

Yep, Complete restore

[@Thesaltymedic36]

Wow. What a job. Frame off resto 👍🏼

[@AZExpert]

Thanks 👍

[@ClearStreamsUK]

It was looking at your other video of this project that showed me the fan you used in your shower! I finally tracked one down and had it shipped here to the UK! Many thanks! You've been a great help with my rebuild! The lap sealant went on this week!!

[@AZExpert]

It's a good vent most common on van conversions due to space, I'm glad you tracked it down.

[@lacrossed55]

Amazing. Got that mirror shine. Tires are fantastic

[@AZExpert]

I agree, sadly i had to polish it again 3 years later due to a canopy rubbing on it.

[@pepelepew4117]

Nice!! Would love to see it in person. The photos I'm sure don't do it full justice!

[@AZExpert]

I've requested the owner take it to shows and rallies but he is a busy guy.

[@kennethgoodrich5365]

It’s absolutely beautiful” you guys did an amazing job on it🥰👍

[@AZExpert]

Thank you so much 🤗

[@robertschulke1596]

So, basically, you built a new trailer using parts from an old one. Nice work.

[@hillbillyrv]

Beautiful. That was a LOT of Work.

[@AZExpert]

I fogot how much work until I put this slideshow together...but it was so much fun too!

[@hillbillyrv]

@@AZExpert looks great man. Good job

[@corypitt1387]

Wow amazing work you guys

[@AZExpert]

Thank you so much 😀

[@earlribaudo4807]

And your employees said all you new was how to put Winnebago and Thor roofs on. LOL. Very interesting and a great finish. Good job to all who contributed.

[@AZExpert]

If we didn't have boring RV repair work to do, it would have been so much more fun!

[@earlribaudo4807]

@@AZExpert Funny!!!!!!

[@jmbcbataille9594]

Amazing work 👍👍👍

[@AZExpert]

Thank you so much 😀

[@petercolquhoun2086]

Looks great. The only change I would make is a custom A/C cover for the roof. Fabricate something out of aluminum that mirrors the shape of the Bambi.

[@AZExpert]

I also do not like the look of roof A/C's on vintage trailers, but that's why we chose the very low profile one and painted it to match as black or white would have looked awful. Thanks!

[@markstench4470]

Wow..... absolutely beautiful

[@AZExpert]

It was fun as we were the designers too.

[@doloresgiorgi5022]

Perfectly done!

[@AZExpert]

Thanks for watching! :)

[@TheSn1per]

Very nice! @8:23 I have had many of those days... that buffer will turn your face black in ah minute!

[@AZExpert]

That is the truth!

[@bc45776]

Awesome! Thanks

[@AZExpert]

You bet!

[@davidcavanaugh2150]

Great work!

[@AZExpert]

Thanks for watching

[@angelrvbajacenter5047]

Woow is beautiful , great job, you face is funny thanks you for sharing.

[@AZExpert]

Thank you 🤗

[@DonniePhipps]

Wow!! Better than new!!

[@AZExpert]

Thank you so much!!!

[@jwrappuhn71]

That was fantastic.

[@AZExpert]

thank you!

[@13yearsaprepperr.jtilbury.51]

60 more years in that bambi ,,,,,

[@AZExpert]

At least is my hope!!

[@badgerpa9]

If I ever find one I will let you know where she is, I could not do that magic you did for her.

[@AZExpert]

The owner of this fought off many other buyers to get it in the condition it was for more than $10k...much more. If you see one, get it! They never made many of them and most didn't survive.

[@ianlorimer6276]

Great job, boys.

[@AZExpert]

Thank you!

[@frystephenw]

Nice work!

[@AZExpert]

Thanks!

[@4toes1nose]

Thank you

[@AZExpert]

You're welcome

[@dr.t.3639]

This is a total custom based on a 1961 Airstream. Very nice custom for sure. How did the cost shake down compared to a modern Bambi which is just a much as a classic just new?

[@AZExpert]

a new one would have been much cheaper for sure by $15k. of course it would not have a generator or that awning or a polish or a few other items

[@dr.t.3639]

@@AZExpert WOW! That much more? Still a neat custom. Thanks.

[@tonyacciari9968]

vary.vary.nice.you.did.vary.good.jod on.it

[@AZExpert]

Thanks for watching!

[@ronniecardy]

Good job

[@AZExpert]

Thanks

[@JustinLetandre]

Tell me where you bought your parts from. I'm trying to restore a 1974 Corsair and I can't find parts anywhere. I've look high and low and no avail. No scraps yards or nothing

[@AZExpert]

The internet is goldmine

[@billcorbet9746]

We have the same welder. Mine is a millermatic 250. I love it

[@AZExpert]

That one gave out a few years ago...probably shouldn't leave yours in the rain.....just sayin

[@billcorbet9746]

Mine stays inside for the most part.

[@billcorbet9746]

You didn’t happen to keep the cable and stinger part of it did you. Trigger is broke on mine and want to buy a new cable and all.

[@iliap1217]

Thanks. How long did it take? Or should I say how much time you could spare to get it going

[@AZExpert]

Like most restorations, they are only economical as filler work between jobs but if we could have stayed on it continuous, maybe a month rather than the 1+ year ultimately. Thanks!

[@pchansen100]

Wow! How long ago was this? You look a bit younger😁

[@AZExpert]

From 2012-2013 so yes a much younger me and a baby Chad

[@pchansen100]

Very cool👍🏻

[@janebray9392]

Lol, Baby Chad🤣😂

[@joepreuss4486]

May ask how much you got the shell for?

[@AZExpert]

the owner bought it for more than $15k in 2010

[@lesterthomas3234]

i am restoring a 1961 safari currently...i have 2 questions...how did you attach the aluminum water tank to the bumper and how did you attach the spare tire to the back?

[@AZExpert]

We welded tabs to the bumper to match the mounts on the tank and then bolted it on. When we replaced the rear wall skin, we riveted a spare tire mount to the frame and floor to carry the weight. Thanks and good luck! This video might explain it better at least with the views. kzbin.info/www/bejne/rKrXiZeii5eMpqc

[@lesterthomas3234]

would it be possible to get the part number or manufacture of the spare tire mount you used so i can get a better idea how you did that...great idea. gonna use it.

[@JohnNguyen-iw8qn]

Such a fun project... You folks hiring!? ;-)

[@AZExpert]

that was fun. Not currently hiring

[@juanpabloarena2724]

APPLAUSE!

[@AZExpert]

Thanks for watching!

[@chadwedul1787]

Why aluminum interior ceiling?

[@AZExpert]

It was the customer's aesthetic and he's the boss. Plus I think it looks really cool

[@1pilotsteve]

This is 6061 T6 aluminium...use Nuvite 3 stage polish.... I know this because my airplane I built is made of the same 6061 T6 metal. Best results and my plane looks like a mirror.

[@AZExpert]

That's what we used and did using the cyclone buffer on the 4th pass.

[@microwavedsoda]

just in time. I need a break to watch others work:)

[@AZExpert]

I always enjoy these timeline videos too. Obviously a really video is nice, but seeing the change from beginning to end is satisfying too.

[@roundpeg3239]

Airstreams have WAY too much thermal transfer. I sold mine and never looked back. felt like I was living in a baked potatoe

[@AZExpert]

You are not wrong

[@김영민-q7q]

한국은 비싸고 복원할 중고도 없다 제길

[@vidguy007]

I don’t see the attraction of those things

[@AZExpert]

Nostaglia