Can you put a cell booster in an Airstream?

The iconic Airstream trailer has been around since the 1930s. That’s amazing, right? Today, the Airstream is one of the coolest trailers you can get, and people keep finding ways to make them cooler. The company sells new models, and the older ones are so well-built that they keep getting fixed up over and over again. It’s not only a great investment, it’s a style statement.

But let’s be honest here. The Airstream trailer has a lot of great features. Allowing cell service in… isn’t one of them. One of the big plusses of an Airstream is that shiny stainless steel exterior. Unfortunately, that big chunk of metal does an excellent job of blocking cell phone signals. If you’re hoping to cruise the country looking like it’s 1953, Airstream has you covered. If you want to communicate like it’s 2023, that’s where the problems start. Luckily there’s a solution.

Past, meet future

This is weBoost’s Drive Reach RV. It’s a cell phone signal booster designed for RVs. It’s the perfect choice for that Airstream. It will take cell signals from outside and bring them inside. Its small indoor antenna floods the trailer with the maximum amount of power allowed by law. In other words, you’ll get great, clear calls plus fast data. All of this will happen while you’re exploring the world in a trailer that never goes out of style.

The key to it all

This window entry cable is the perfect accessory for your new cell booster. Depending on the model of Airstream you have, there might not be a channel or a conduit to feed a wire into. This cable will help you get that cable into the trailer. It’s slim enough to fit in a window frame while still allowing you to close the window. When there’s no other alternative, this is the choice you want to make.

Pro tip: get 2 boosters for the price of one

The Drive Reach RV is a great booster, but it will only work in the trailer. What about when you’re driving? Depending on where you go, you’ll want a booster that can work in the truck too. Buying a second booster might not be in your budget. So why not get one system that works for both?

This Solid Signal Rover Duo RV is the answer. It’s one cell booster system that can be used in a truck or a trailer. Best of all, it costs about the same as the Drive Reach RV and you get more!

The Rover Duo starts with the same equipment as the Drive Reach RV and adds more antennas, cabling, and connectors. You install the antennas on the truck and on the trailer, and take the high-powered amplifier from truck to trailer when you need it. Moving the amplifier generally takes about five minutes or less. By only having one amplifier, you keep costs under control. You get the best of both worlds!

Find out more from the experts

If you’re ready to make a choice but need more information, call us! We actually answer the phone from our Michigan corporate offices. We have RV techs on staff who can help you with all of your needs. Solid Signal one of the largest technology providers for RVs in the country, and we’re here to take care of you! Call us at 888-233-7563 and experience the Signal difference. If it’s after hours, fill out the form below. We’ll get right back to you.

About the Author

Stuart Sweet
Stuart Sweet is the editor-in-chief of The Solid Signal Blog and a "master plumber" at Signal Group, LLC. He is the author of over 10,000 articles and longform tutorials including many posted here. Reach him by clicking on "Contact the Editor" at the bottom of this page.