Beautiful Vintage 1971 Airstream Renovation w/ Modern Features | Full Tour

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[@sdn40]

An LED strip light on the exterior would be the modern / smart upgrade

[@KelsAndJay]

You, my friend are a genius! That'd be epic!!

[@kimdawcatgirl]

I agree! One that changes color so you can have some versatility.

[@donaldhoudek2889]

One more enhancement for the LEDs, hook them up to your turn signals so that when you are making a turn they will flash with your tow vehicles turn signals. You can use blocking diodes to isolate from the tow vehicle when you are parked and just using them at night. Maybe even a switch that allows each side to be independent of the other while parked. Just a thought.

[@vaasnaad]

@@donaldhoudek2889 I'm actually replacing the corner weatherstripping on mine with larger aluminum L brackets and I'm putting a groove through one edge so I can mount an LED straight up it. The front will be amber to go with the running lights and the back will be red, keyed into the brakes and blinkers. Excellent idea!!

[@dudedodd]

Literally come here to say that, totally agree

[@grntchstrmdws]

RV builders, take notice. Very impressed with the finished product. Deep bow.

[@robincooney1263]

Really innovative and a high quality build. Impressed that you took on an Airstream.

[@peterrobbins2862]

Congratulations you have done an absolutely magnificent job on this renovation extremely well thought out and built

[@mattpovah5952]

Having rebuilt/reno'd a few Airstreams myself, I have to say you have done an excellent job. Plenty of fresh ideas - Airstream should take notes. Enjoy the fruits of your labor! How much does the Bambi weigh now, gross weight and tongue weight?

[@johnbyrom1033]

im getting ready to start my first. we should touch base

[@77rmitra]

Mind blowing build congratulations! Super impressive!

[@ronque23]

I really respect people doing it big and right with the intent of living in it full time. Such a beautiful and inspiring job!!! Happy travels.

[@eskieguy9355]

I like it. Your choices appear very well thought out. The turquoise may be the best choice, since it will match the wheels, that way, when people notice it, they'll think it's clever (or factory). I look forward to reports from the road.

[@wendybenson5903]

Your hubby is a genius! With all the tech/electronic upgrades you are saving your backs so much wear and if one of you does happen to injure their backs, you will still be able to function in your RV. Honestly Air Stream should take notice of what you have accomplished. Your bathroom is so user friendly and incredibly useful when not being used as a bathroom! Love it!

[@barrelracer318]

Seriously amazing with what you did there. Its small, and cozy, but with soo much storage and amenities.

[@darlene9154]

Love your kitties.❤❤I’m so impressed how you both are so young and so talented! Good for you both. You are doing an amazing job. 🤗 Yes to the turquoise!

[@lkv1321]

I like the turquoise choice, but I may be late in the game. I love the build! Truly you both have patience and drive that can't be matched! Love all the personal touches. So not boring, and so clever.

[@fightingblind]

I put a cup rinser in my house... lots of fun 😊

[@dakota4695]

For the oven you probably need to adjust the igniter on the oven. There’s plenty of videos on here that will show you how to adjust the contact point. Just bend it a little closer.

[@Zer0kbps]

wow, that's pretty cool, I wonder what you guys could do with a narrow boat, so many innovations in that Airstream of yours.

[@eriklarson2066]

Well done.

[@markrice1411]

Simply WOW!!!!! How about some Burgundy color?

[@TheHiveDrive]

Our favorite people 🥰 our favorite tour! You guys created the most magical spaces honored to be your first guests 😂

[@deltaphisig]

build is awesome. pretty sure those bonne maman preserves are supposed to be refrigerated after opening.

[@ponga782]

Super cool!

[@the4527klaus]

i vote led strip around the outside. Also I polished my airstream with rotary buffer and NUVITE aluminum polish. It's aircraft polish and it works so much better. It's a lot faster and you can get a mirror finish with it. I used the grade C and then finish grade. I tried polishing the same way your doing it but I couldn't get it to look right, I wanted it to look like some pictures you see. They look like they were glowing super bling. The trick is aircraft aluminum polish. And the best one is Nuvite Nushine polish. It's expensive like $70 or $80 for each grade and you need to use at least 2 grades. Like the finish grade and one step under that. It is so worth it you will be amazed it takes it to whole different level.

[@imokaart]

Guys what a gorgeous little home you created, love it!!!

[@Rosie-jx6jo]

Absolutely amazing build! Y’all are so talented ❤❤

[@philgee6901]

Torquise. for sure. Amazing use of space.

[@georgealearnedjr855]

You two did an awesome job, hope you enjoy it for many years. How's the knee coming along?

[@maryannperez8064]

Wow! Two extremely talented, smart young people. Thanks for sharing your journey and being such an inspiration of love, collaboration and a what looks like a rock solid relationship. Just lovely to watch you both. The Airstream is amazing and I am happy that you saved that vintage piece above your sleeping area and incorporated it into your updated design.

[@PaiviProject]

Wow. You guys sure did amazing job on your airstream build ❤ A lot of work but so worth it. Happy traveling 👍👋

[@DavesGuitarPlanet]

This is the most amazing THING I've seen. Just amazing. Jay is a bona fide genius.

[@j.maxwaddell2557]

Beautiful job! That was a tremendous undertaking. Talent met a opportunity coupled with determination and dedication. Enjoy the completely refurbished Airstream.

[@user-wb2yv7ll9d]

You're right, Kels, Jay is a genius. Beautiful job. ❤

[@wilfredopardorla6041]

Very nice camper. A very strong recovery too. God bless.

[@KelsAndJay]

Thank you!!💛

[@paulhoneyman6923]

Great to see you're mending Kels. GREAT job on the AIRSTREAM guys, may the roads always be good for you

[@KelsAndJay]

Thanks Paul!!!❤

[@stevetyler3016]

I absolutely loved watching the both of you giving that Airstream a new life. Maybe a light strip on the upper bumper area with a turquoise color in it. Don’t stop what you are doing because it’s working perfectly !!!!!

[@kristinrogers2819]

Match the tires. Love it. Looks Awesome ❤❤❤❤❤

[@mscarlarn]

Beautiful build. But wouldn’t expect anything less from you guys. Always the best. Xoxo

[@jencopeland8449]

There is an Airstream gathering in my town this weekend!

[@KelsAndJay]

I bet that's a ton of fun!!

[@hankster4061]

Nice job

[@bethnolastname]

Incredible!! It's gorgeous, but then, you already know that!

[@srscontrols71]

For the oven, why not use a barbecue spark starter? They use a AA battery and spark repeatedly as long as you hold the button.

[@sherryg1838]

Beautiful! I vote for turquoise.

[@omnivore2220]

Very cool

[@karenreid1354]

Wow I love it

[@adam091080]

torquise! & love your airstream dream! with kitties heaven!

[@jackscates7970]

Amazing!

[@melindaadams6520]

Put led lights in that outside channel. Then you can change colors with your mood

[@hammockinparadise]

It’s an incredible build and you deserve to enjoy it after all the challenges and hard work! The exterior strip- something fun and funky that makes you happy.

[@TheLemonAndBeanBus]

So beautiful! Your skills have progressed so much over the years. Thank you for sharing everything with us

[@OurSecondLife]

Great Video!! Love your attitude!

[@PatrickDickey52761]

I"m glad to see the knee is healing nicely. Love the AirStream and I'm seeing some ideas that I may want to incorporate when I build a camper.

[@LoveHut4Life]

Awesome!! Remodeling these things is so much work, but totally worth it. We’re working on one right now too!

[@mikehunt1418]

Good Job Guys

[@seekersofrhythm]

Put in led strip so you can have what colour you like. The position is ideal for led. Love the build. Stay safe J.

[@GavinEhringer]

If you have any leftover bamboo strips, those might make a classy trim strip for the exterior. Otherwise, picking up the turquoise from the wheels is cool, too! But, you two have great taste in design, so I'm sure whatever you decide on will be great. Really lovely restoration and modification!

[@gopaross8953]

Cool! Turquoise,and led strip sounds fun, several colors for the mood😂

[@i8zmnm]

AMAZING! Gorgeous. Practical. Well thought out. The bathroom turned out even better than I thought it would.

[@COO415]

Each time I see people with an insane craftsmanship, I added to my list of people I hate. I couldn't hit a nail without bending it. This rebuild is retro yet very modern 🥰😎

[@truthkeeper2976]

just....WOOOOOOW !!! - I love it❣ you are very strong humans..

[@AM-pq1rq]

a wonderful build! and on a total side note, the cupwasher is genius! Not just that of course. I love the ceiling in the bedroom and the other references to the original look.

[@MrJerobona]

Gorgeous Airstream! Congratulations!

[@Angooose21]

Looks amazing cant wait to see yall on the road

[@user-ox2mm3ec1n]

Awesome guys, great achievement & looks amazing, well done 👍😎

[@MBMCincy63]

First :YAY! a video to watch! Second : How is your knee healing? Third: I think you should paint the line starting from the back the color of the bus, the van, and then add in Pippa"s fur colors[ And the new kitty] in a strip going towards the door opening, leave the last part the same shiny metal at the door. Hooray for a wonderful self made home with fancy gadgets! It looks so cozy! and well laid out! shivering black bell thumbs up!

[@KelsAndJay]

That's such a creative idea, I love it!! My knee has been healing pretty well. I still can't run but am slowly making progress everyday so I can't complain. Thanks for asking 😊

[@MBMCincy63]

@@KelsAndJay I also agree with another person about a LED light. Thanks for acknowledging me 😍.

[@ExploreThe50]

Wow, great job! I have really enjoyed the build videos for your airstream. Happy camping! Enjoy the journey 😀

[@JoeandEmmaLee]

Omg you guys! This is so incredible! We’ve got a ton of ideas from this build, you are truly talented! Can’t wait to cross paths :)

[@Duchessjo44]

That is STUNNING! Once again, you two have leveled up and blew me away! I LOVE the idea of that strip matching that color on the tires (wheels?) but that's because it's one of my favorite colors. 😏 Thank you for sharing it with us!

[@billienomates1606]

Absolutely stunning, Respect. Airstream would be proud of this one.😊

[@racebanning6390]

ITS ABSOLUTELY STUNNING!!!!! WELL DONE AND FANTASTIC FUTURISTIC AIRSTREAM.... MUY BONITA!👍👍👍🤙🤙

[@mikeboone4425]

You've done a great job and given the old girl a nice new life .Happy Trails

[@KelsAndJay]

Thank you, we can't wait to really see her in the wild😊

[@user-rm8dq1lb8w]

You should put led multi color strip lights down groove out side the airstream then you can make them whatever color you feel like

[@calevel]

You guys did such an amazing restoration job !! Thumbs way up!!

[@samanthawilliams9635]

Yeah defo match the tires! 🙌🏼

[@GreenWitch1]

Pretty sweet! I remodeled my 34’ Excella 1000. I didn’t do a frame off so couldn’t add all those cool features, but I think it looks better than any new one on the market.

[@AriKolbeinsson]

Satisfying light switches! I really like many of your solutions. The kitchen, in particular. Nice job

[@moustachemike7128]

nice job kids ....way to stick with it...

[@davidw_52]

You did a great job of building out you trailer. Like all your upgrades, bed area is cool. Following to see what else you will think up. Everything well thought out and practical but with great design.

[@asdasdsadasdasddsff]

an amazing job by an amazing couple, congrats!

[@petrpodobsky7005]

Wow. Incredible. I also build trailer and I know how much work it is. Like the details. Like the hidden shower. Great Job!

[@billhart2746]

AMAZING! As always!

[@onceagainvideos]

Congratulations! You two are amazing.

[@jesserevilla992]

Absolutely over the top 🏁 love the ceiling stars; And the creativity of the shower and the monitor televator. Although not a TT for full time, perhaps a week or two.. that’s about it ..The Eletric Jack is the way to go. Gold outer strip. Better yet an LED outer strip; will look like it came out of “Area 51”

[@chopper3lw]

Beautiful job you two!

[@ericpoehlmann1759]

Great job! Teal would be a good color. Airstream but different. Cheers!

[@shanies167]

I love it! Looks amazing and very comfortable!

[@BradIXXI]

LED Strips in the groves around the trailer, so it can reflect your moods and/or attitudes.

[@kristiangustafson4130]

The cat litter area is quite inspired.

[@yooperdog]

Very nice work you two. Was so looking forward to seeing it finished. Give it a color that Pops.

[@Taylorlovesmason13]

It’s so beautiful you guys did a great job !!!!

[@wyattoneable]

Wow. Well done!

[@aaronriedel5372]

You guys did AMAZING!!

[@kpbarbee]

Congratulations ~ looks wonderful! Lots of work and great results!

[@SteveInsidious]

Awesome !! Howdy from London.

[@tammycruz8189]

Absolutely Beautiful... U guys did such a amazing job on your rig i love it n U Both . Safe Travels Always God Bless Y'all.. Mucho Love From Your Friend In Michigan Tam 💜💜

[@jaketschida7016]

Very nice! Great job!

[@hitman0119]

Take this comment in which the spirit of which was given ... Yeah mistakes were made and yeah you guys learned lessons but oh my God... The lessons learn are invaluable

[@user-mi1yh5tt5o]

Go with the turquoise same as wheels makes it look vintage

[@pennyclegg7728]

Gorgeous build ❤

[@cjg8822]

Turquoise like the tires sounds great!!!

[@starlafinch4637]

You two are amazing and have come so far! Great job! I say Turquoise or LED strip that you can change!

[@Saint69X2]

Beautiful build!!!!

[@brigettekillion7994]

Great job! Your work is very impressive!!