Airstream Forums - Buyer Guidelines http://www.airforums.com/forums/ en Sat, 21 Nov 2009 02:22:00 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.airforums.com/ugala/forums/images/misc/rss.jpg Airstream Forums - Buyer Guidelines http://www.airforums.com/forums/ Need inspector in Homestead, FL http://www.airforums.com/forums/f353/need-inspector-in-homestead-fl-58684.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:53:29 GMT I would like to find an inspector in the Miami/Homestead Florida area.
Thought about making the trip but way to far from E. TN.
Will pay expenses, time............whatever is appropriate or normal protocol.

1992 34' Excella 1000 for $9,900.00. Any help would be appreciated!

Looks to be a to good to be true situation!

Ken Moore 865.388.8284 ]]> Buyer Guidelines kmoore http://www.airforums.com/forums/f353/need-inspector-in-homestead-fl-58684.html <![CDATA[Polished Airstreams from the 60s & 70s]]> http://www.airforums.com/forums/f353/polished-airstreams-from-the-60s-and-70s-58603.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 23:15:56 GMT I am in the market for a used AS, preferably something from the 60s or 70s as I am planning on doing a restoration. I came close to buying a late 60s model Avian, but canceled when I discovered that those trailers came with a brushed aluminum shell that cannot be brought to the mirror-like finish... I am in the market for a used AS, preferably something from the 60s or 70s as I am planning on doing a restoration. I came close to buying a late 60s model Avian, but canceled when I discovered that those trailers came with a brushed aluminum shell that cannot be brought to the mirror-like finish as the AS. Before I buy, can anyone out there tell me if there is a cut-off year at which AS no longer made trailers that could be polished to the mirror-like finish. I attended a classic car show late this summer at which one of the participants brought his fully restored 1963 airstream. I never before saw one that looked so beautiful. It looked like a work of art and has inspired me to try to restore one myself. Thank you in advance for your assistance.... ]]> Buyer Guidelines ambrosemario http://www.airforums.com/forums/f353/polished-airstreams-from-the-60s-and-70s-58603.html Need Help, Is this floor rot? http://www.airforums.com/forums/f353/need-help-is-this-floor-rot-58494.html Sat, 14 Nov 2009 19:38:25 GMT Looked at this 2005 today, had this stain on the floor in the rear near where the desk chair goes. The dealer said it was the sealant that Airstream seals the underlayment with, penetrating upward. He said he bleached it before we got there and it would not change in appearance. Upon closer... Looked at this 2005 today, had this stain on the floor in the rear near where the desk chair goes. The dealer said it was the sealant that Airstream seals the underlayment with, penetrating upward. He said he bleached it before we got there and it would not change in appearance. Upon closer examination the floor seemed to be softer there. Could it be floor rot or rotted plywood underneath? He was not too crazy about taking any less for her since he had another party also put a deposit on her.

What would be the fix?
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]]> Buyer Guidelines Jezibels http://www.airforums.com/forums/f353/need-help-is-this-floor-rot-58494.html need inspector http://www.airforums.com/forums/f353/need-inspector-58438.html Fri, 13 Nov 2009 03:20:03 GMT Need inspector to help with a 1976 Overlander
Can't seem to get a response from anyone near Portland ,Oregon
Anyone out there who could help? ]]> Buyer Guidelines bwaysteve http://www.airforums.com/forums/f353/need-inspector-58438.html Need Inspector Kansas City, MO http://www.airforums.com/forums/f353/need-inspector-kansas-city-mo-58000.html Fri, 30 Oct 2009 12:55:56 GMT I am very interested in two Airstreams in MO and I need the help of inspector/s. The first one is in Kansas City, MO. I am in contact with the other owner and am awaiting the location of the 2nd. 1966 Tradewind and 1968 Tradewind respectively. OK to PM me, thanks so much! I tried a... I am very interested in two Airstreams in MO and I need the help of inspector/s. The first one is in Kansas City, MO. I am in contact with the other owner and am awaiting the location of the 2nd.

1966 Tradewind and 1968 Tradewind respectively.

OK to PM me, thanks so much!

I tried a search of the inspectors but could not find any listed in Kansas City MO. ]]> Buyer Guidelines Jezibels http://www.airforums.com/forums/f353/need-inspector-kansas-city-mo-58000.html anyone squeeze a family of 4 in a smaller trailer? http://www.airforums.com/forums/f353/anyone-squeeze-a-family-of-4-in-a-smaller-trailer-57984.html Thu, 29 Oct 2009 21:44:57 GMT Just wondering if the small ones (bambi etc... 17-22 foot range)
can squeeze 2 adults and 2 kids? I don't see many small ones and I am still learning. It would be easier to store and tow the small ones. I am OK with remodeling and would prefer to have somewhere for everyone to sleep even if on the floor.

Any ideas?

thanks!
Karen
AS wannabe ]]> Buyer Guidelines karendee http://www.airforums.com/forums/f353/anyone-squeeze-a-family-of-4-in-a-smaller-trailer-57984.html Dealer going out of business sale http://www.airforums.com/forums/f353/dealer-going-out-of-business-sale-57946.html Wed, 28 Oct 2009 22:17:25 GMT A friend of mine in Casper ,Wyoming called me the other night to tell me that a large RV dealer( Rendezvous located in Casper) is going out of business . They are an Airstream dealer and he said they had a number of new AS units for sale at what he thought were very low prices. I don't know what they have but if you are in the market for something new, it might be worth a call . ]]> Buyer Guidelines 63air http://www.airforums.com/forums/f353/dealer-going-out-of-business-sale-57946.html Newbie - Overlander or Ambassador ? http://www.airforums.com/forums/f353/newbie-overlander-or-ambassador-57918.html Wed, 28 Oct 2009 02:53:35 GMT After a couple of months of the forum(and a growing addiction to aluminum!) and trying to decide what style AS would work for me I am interested in 69-75 Overlander 27 or Ambassador 29.I have had the opportunity to visit a new AS 25ft and a gutted to restore 72 Overlander 27.Haven't seen much else live here in Texas.
I want to renovate the unit.I have the skills to do most work myself.I build furniture and have redone 4 homes and a classic 70 Bronco (frame up)

My questions would be the downside and upside of the two models and any quirks in each.

1.I don't like the laminate on the later 70's and would probably replace dividers,cabinets,frames,with birch ply and exotic venner(curly maple,zebra wood,walnut burl,etc.)I do like the vistavue windows in these models

2.I do like a rear bed set up(I have not seen any on the sites especially Overlanders),but do not know what a side bath consists of.
What problems with rear bed? Side Bath?
Are most bad floors in the rear caused from BR leaks or external?
is water heater in mid cabin?

3.Is the 2 ft. noticable in the two models?
Is the Ambassador wider?

4.1/2 chevy truck for towing?( although I won't base my decision on TV)

5.I assume anything after 73or74 has two tanks b&g?

6.Is the actual length less 2 feet of hitch?

7.considering a gutted unit or one mid project someone has lost interest in.or should I purchase complete?
8.Is the old furnace necessary?Is there a lighter more modern alternative?

9.Budget $3500- $5000 for purchase



I want to use as a full time office- living space(I am a commercial photographer/designer and need space for large monitor and Macbook to work on pics.)I also cook for a hobby so that is a consideration.I plan on hitting the road in another year after son graduates shooting pictures.Just me with maybe a guest or 2 for a week or so.
Any imput is appreciated.Thanks,Steve ]]> Buyer Guidelines bwaysteve http://www.airforums.com/forums/f353/newbie-overlander-or-ambassador-57918.html