Excellent video pointing out some weak spots on the Basecamp. It’s a bit troubling though that a trailer that is so expensive cuts corners on the stove, faucet and sewer hose carrier. Sometimes I get the feeling the egos at Airstream are over riding what could be a completely awesome product.
The rear door is indeed an issue - and the angle doesn’t help. We made adjustments and triple checked to make sure it was fully closed, but still leaked. We ended up adding a gasket on the door that meets up with the current gasket along the opening. We’ve been through major downpours since, and not a drop makes it in.
I have been researching travel trailers for about a year now in anticipation of purchase, and every single time I see that Suburban stove, it is a red flag. They don't even look decent brand new. I now consider it a red flag for the overall trailer. It may seem silly, but I love to cook as well.
@@VHangout fortunately, it’s a relatively easy fix. Don’t let that stove dissuade you from purchasing and otherwise truly wonderful travel trailer. Instead, make it part of the negotiation. Have the dealer switch it out for you.
Think of how well you could build a cargo trailer conversion for a fraction of the cost with all high-end amentities ! Just a consideration... The airstream is beautiful but it also screams "break into me..." I want to be a slow-profile as possible...
The dometic is a great upgrade. I keep dragging my feet though because I’d really like to upgrade our battery game enough to just put in a drop-in induction. We travel with a portable induction cooktop now and love it when we’re plugged in.
They aren't what they used to be, but nothing is. In some ways they are so much better. I have to say, the bones are good. It's that final 2% that modern manufactures seem to struggle with. Thanks for watching.
@@teda0071 I will never buy a Thor product did once been there done that especially now when the industry is struggling....the Airstream name means little these days
Nice content and high quality video production as well! I did notice about 3.5 minutes of dead air at the 6:30 mark, however. (There also seemed to be some outtakes in there at 9:17.) Did you install the replacement stove on your own?
Thanks for that! Wow. Not sure how that happened or how to correct it. I'll figure it out. And, yes, I did install the cooktop myself. Should have a video on that shortly. Thanks again.
@@roberttodd8889 thanks again. I was able to edit the video and end it where it should’ve ended. I really appreciate you taking the time to point that out.
it is way overpriced junk, and we keep buying them because you tube RV influencers are paid to promote the rip off, you know who you are...4 inch lift.
@@diggermolly5927 I don’t know anything about a 4 inch lift. And I don’t get paid by Airstream or even RU-vid frankly but thanks for watching. I hope you enjoyed the video.
