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Old 05-09-2008, 10:57 AM   #89
Area63
Area 63 Productions
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Profile:  1963 26' Overlander
1958 22' Flying Cloud
1963 19' Globetrotter
Orange , California
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Originally Posted by utee94
Hey Uwe, thanks so much for the information and for looking in on my search. So are those the model years that are most prone to the infamous "rear end separation" and is that the root cause for the problem?
I believe that the cause for the separation has different roots, and not just one. Water leaks, either by means of leaking windows, hatches, or plumbing are definitely one of the causes, softening the floor and eventually rotting.
Vibration is another cause. Regular road vibration, as well as that from a poorly balanced running gear.
Then owner abuse...bike racks, spare tires, lack of attention and maintenance...driving habits...etc.etc.
The construction of the trailer isn't perfect. Nothing is....

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Originally Posted by utee94
I'd gladly trade you a mountain of BBQ for the chance to tour your famous trailer. If you're ever in Austin please don't hesitate to look me up, I really would love to buy you a beer and pick your brain on matters Airstream.

Thanks,
-Marcus
Marcus, we missed each other. I went to Austin 2 years in a row to exhibit at your convention center.
While in Austin in July, I stayed at the Pecan Grove RV park, in my Overlander. It rained a lot, so the place was a mess, but the year before it was great. Love the restaurant on Barton Springs Road and had coffee and dinner there just about every day during my week long stay.
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