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05-09-2014, 07:50 PM
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#541
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Rivet Master
1959 26' Overlander
Nowhere
, Washington
Join Date: Dec 2008
Posts: 573
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Quote:
Originally Posted by pbearsailor
Yes, Norm, been here about a month. Only one fifth wheel in the campground tonight, nice and quiet here looking out over the water across the sound towards Edmonds. Come on up when you can.
Cheers,
steve
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Hmm. Been looking for one of those trips you can start early on a Friday. I'll see if I can get up there in the next month.
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05-10-2014, 08:21 PM
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#542
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3 Rivet Member
1958 18' "Footer"
Danville
, California
Join Date: Nov 2010
Posts: 119
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Hi Steve,
Thanks for the update!! I am modeling my '57 Caravanner after yours, so I really appreciate you giving an update. I do have the same solar that you bought originally and am hoping that will be just fine with our part time usage. I feel I can always supplement with portable panels as well. I do have a hepvo for the shower, but have not installed it yet. So that is good information about the smell yours was emitting. Maybe a shower would not have the same problems, but maybe not. Hope you have a great summer, and when I am done with mine, I hope to travel up North to visit maybe.
Thanks again,
Carolyn
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05-11-2014, 06:36 AM
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#543
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Rivet Master
1954 25' Cruiser
Currently Looking...
Cruisin
, Wisconsin
Join Date: Sep 2008
Posts: 683
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Nice to see your update Steve, it looks like the miles in Island girl have been good, with many new adventures. Hope you have a great summer! The nights we spend in Nellie are and the miles we drive to the next destination are more exciting every year!
Doug
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05-23-2014, 08:20 AM
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#544
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Rivet Master
1962 22' Safari
1957 22' Custom
1963 16' Bambi
Vacationland
, Maine
Join Date: Apr 2006
Posts: 956
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Hi Steve
Glad to get an update on your travels and extended road testing of the trailer. We have shelved the 57' Custom project until a workspace and other obligations are resolved. But I still blame you for causing our belated attraction to this era AS and that fact that it ended up it our yard.
But this will allow more time to collect materials and parts until the right time comes around.
Then I will have to read Island Girl thread again from the beginning.
Thanks for the update and keep it up.
Gary
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05-23-2014, 10:14 PM
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#545
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Rivet Master
1957 22' Caravanner
Port Hadlock
, Washington
Join Date: Dec 2008
Posts: 864
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Quote:
Originally Posted by safari62
But I still blame you for causing our belated attraction to this era AS and that fact that it ended up it our yard.
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Blame accepted.
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05-30-2014, 11:31 PM
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#546
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3 Rivet Member
1958 18' "Footer"
Danville
, California
Join Date: Nov 2010
Posts: 119
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Hi Steve, can you tell me how you feel about the layout? The wet bath in particular. Do u feel there is enough room in there? Anything you would change about the layout?
Thanks,
Carolyn
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05-31-2014, 11:00 PM
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#547
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Rivet Master
1957 22' Caravanner
Port Hadlock
, Washington
Join Date: Dec 2008
Posts: 864
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Chlyman
Hi Steve, can you tell me how you feel about the layout? The wet bath in particular. Do u feel there is enough room in there? Anything you would change about the layout?
Thanks,
Carolyn
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Hi Carolyn,
Don't think I'd change anything on the layout from the way it is.
The wet bath has been fine and I use the shower all the time. Size has been fine. I ditched the door and just use the shower curtain to close it off and that gains some space. The door opening is smaller and the lower sill is much taller which helps to contain the shower spray. I also moved the plumbing fixture to the rear bulkhead next to the bed which makes the plumbing run simpler and keeps the water lines from running through the bath. I wipe the bath dry after showering and use a little vinegar to keep it clean. No soap scum after three years.
Otherwise, all the changes I made to the Caravanner layout have worked well. Fresh and gray tanks are in the frame and hang down 4 inches. The big tanks are great--don't have to run full, but it sure is nice for extended boondocking which I do a lot. They are uncovered and that hasn't been an issue. Putting those sliding bins in the wardrobe really helps the storage. Very happy with the recliners.
Cheers,
Steve
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06-01-2014, 03:02 AM
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#548
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Refugee from Napa, CA
2015 25' Flying Cloud
Currently Looking...
Formerly Napa
, On the road
Join Date: Apr 2014
Posts: 614
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Fascinating thread. Thanks!
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06-01-2014, 09:02 AM
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#549
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3 Rivet Member
1958 18' "Footer"
Danville
, California
Join Date: Nov 2010
Posts: 119
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First She Had to Take a Ride on a Boat
Thanks Steve. When I have it drawn on the floor it looks so small in there. I didn't get to be in the bath when I first got the trailer as the floor was rotted through there. Your input is great.
Thanks!
Carolyn
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06-04-2014, 07:08 PM
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#550
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4 Rivet Member
1957 26' Overlander
Winston Salem
, North Carolina
Join Date: Jan 2013
Posts: 467
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Over the last 8-10 hours I have read this thread from the first post to the last one. I have made several notes based on the wealth of information here, even though I'm dealing with a different year/model. You are such an inspiration....I've fought through tears over the last few pages....but I'm so glad you're doing well with the full-timing. Thanks for following along on my thread & offering insight.
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06-04-2014, 07:43 PM
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#551
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Rivet Master
1957 22' Caravanner
Port Hadlock
, Washington
Join Date: Dec 2008
Posts: 864
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Quote:
Originally Posted by lonewolf1977
Over the last 8-10 hours I have read this thread from the first post to the last one. I have made several notes based on the wealth of information here, even though I'm dealing with a different year/model. You are such an inspiration....I've fought through tears over the last few pages....but I'm so glad you're doing well with the full-timing. Thanks for following along on my thread & offering insight.
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Thanks, Denise! Those of us with 50's trailers have got to stick together. You're almost to the fun stuff on yours.
cheers,
steve
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06-07-2014, 07:37 AM
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#552
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Rivet Master
1963 26' Overlander
Austin
, Texas
Join Date: Feb 2008
Posts: 2,640
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Just checking in to say Hi, Steve. Hope all is well with you. Take care!
-Marcus
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11-18-2014, 04:01 PM
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#553
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2 Rivet Member
2007 25' International CCD FB
Los Angeles
, California
Join Date: Feb 2009
Posts: 41
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Camping with Steve and Brissy at Joshua Tree Dry Lake Bed
Instagram
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11-18-2014, 04:02 PM
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#554
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2 Rivet Member
2007 25' International CCD FB
Los Angeles
, California
Join Date: Feb 2009
Posts: 41
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Steve and Brissy with the '57.
instagram.com/p/vjKNz9Ccdf/
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11-18-2014, 04:15 PM
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#555
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Rivet Master
1990 25' Excella
Sisters
, Oregon
Join Date: Jul 2013
Posts: 1,195
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I sure hope to cross paths with Steve someday. I admire that man.
John
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11-18-2014, 04:23 PM
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#556
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Site Team
1963 26' Overlander
Hollis
, New Hampshire
Join Date: Oct 2009
Posts: 2,647
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Quote:
Originally Posted by malimish
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I agree, Meeting Steve would be awesome...as is this picture! . Magazine cover for sure.....
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11-18-2014, 06:21 PM
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#557
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Rivet Master
1957 22' Caravanner
Port Hadlock
, Washington
Join Date: Dec 2008
Posts: 864
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Quote:
Originally Posted by malimish
Camping with Steve and Brissy at Joshua Tree Dry Lake Bed
Instagram
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Great meeting all you Malimishers finally after following your blog for years. Brissy was totally unimpressed by your drone, Dan.
Cheers,
Steve
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11-18-2014, 07:22 PM
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#558
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2 Rivet Member
1957 22' Caravanner
1964 26' Overlander
1954 29' Liner
Washington
, Washington, D.C.
Join Date: Aug 2011
Posts: 95
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Fabulous photos!
Sent from my iPhone using Airstream Forums
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11-19-2014, 07:11 AM
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#559
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Rivet Master
1966 24' Tradewind
1995 34' Excella
Lynchburg
, Virginia
Join Date: Jun 2006
Posts: 4,226
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Quote:
Originally Posted by malimish
Camping with Steve and Brissy at Joshua Tree Dry Lake Bed
Instagram
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malimish
Thanks for the awesome photo.
Dan
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11-19-2014, 10:50 AM
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#560
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2 Rivet Member
2007 25' International CCD FB
Los Angeles
, California
Join Date: Feb 2009
Posts: 41
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Quote:
Originally Posted by pbearsailor
Great meeting all you Malimishers finally after following your blog for years. Brissy was totally unimpressed by your drone, Dan.
Cheers,
Steve
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I was hoping you knew that it was just me checking in on you It was awesome to meet you as well! As I type this I can see a shiny speck in the distance heading out of the lake bed. hope to see you again soon!
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