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Old 06-27-2006, 09:05 AM   #21
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61 Trade Wind this weekend

I was camping with a fellow Trade Wind 1961 owner this weekend in the Adirondacks. So, we had a 1961 Trade Wind, parked next to a 1960 Trade Wind (ours) that was parked next to a 1959 Ambassador (Colin Hyde's of GSM Vehicle). The 61 is awesome interior with original oak bunks that are beautiful with all original hardware for folding up into the ceiling. GSM just finished re-zolatoning it, new wood floor and marmoleum floor covering, new curtains and gaucho upholstry too! It is amazing. I am expecting interior shots of the bunks soon, and when Jim sends them, I will post them.

Go Trade Wind!

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Old 06-27-2006, 09:07 AM   #22
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bottled water sounds good - that $70 can buy 23 cases of safeway water or 8,832 oz of freshness....


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That is only about 69 gallons worth. IIRC the average filter is good for around 300 gallons (your mileage and gallonage may vary ) not to mention having to deal with all the empties We do carry bottled water for drinking, but use the filter for all the rest.

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Old 06-27-2006, 11:43 AM   #23
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nice trailer. very nice.

have fun and enjoy it.

i will throw a pic of my bunk on here just so you guys can see the difference.
and your spousal unit is correct, keep it!!!

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Old 06-27-2006, 04:42 PM   #24
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You guys make me feel so proud!!

hey '59

Great pictures. It amazes me how different the layouts of these trailers are. The bunk is staying (for the grandkids?? - Jeez we're too young and so are our adult children).

We're thinking of flying to California to check out vintage airstreams, that Rosgo....guy and idahoboys and maybe tincantourist to see what they have done / doing. Brad, how did you get those propane tanks chromed??

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Old 06-27-2006, 04:43 PM   #25
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and what about those folding doors?
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Old 06-27-2006, 06:14 PM   #26
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Love the bunk bed! And that floor is great. I could see how it would be "jarring" but it looks so cool.
Very nice!!
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Old 11-10-2013, 02:01 PM   #27
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Yes! I just bought a 1961. About to start working on it. Need all the help I can get. It has the two twins.
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Old 11-10-2013, 02:16 PM   #28
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Really old thread
We have been using a 61 tradewind , california model for the last ten years or so.
I don't think they are that rare .
Ours has a permanent double bed and is a tandem axle which I haven't seen on other 61 tradewinds so that may be less common. Also the axles are welded , not bolted and the shocks are vertical.
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Old 11-10-2013, 04:56 PM   #29
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Yes! I just bought a 1961. About to start working on it. Need all the help I can get. It has the two twins.
If you are looking for help, the best thing you can do is start your own thread. Post a lot of pictures and ask a lot of questions -- you'll be thrilled with the number of replies. Some advice is actually worth the price you'll pay.

Seriously, welcome to the forums and good luck with your new-to-you Airstream. Anticipate spending far more money and time than planned but getting far more than you expected from it. I hope you enjoy the process as much as the finished product.

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Old 05-25-2014, 01:34 PM   #30
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We are thinking of purchasing.

We are in deep negotiation over a 1961 TW. it is in the airstream classifieds. Can anyone look this over and provide an opinion? Thanks
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Old 05-25-2014, 07:11 PM   #31
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Where is the '61 Trade Wind located? I can't find it on the Airstream Classifieds part of this site.

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Old 05-27-2014, 11:57 AM   #32
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We just bought a '59 double, and it has the bunk above, I will be posting pics soon....and tell Brad about out baby. He is going to be very excited!
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Old 05-27-2014, 09:53 PM   #33
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Oh Vixen...I AM very excited. Tell me more please. And congrats.

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Old 05-28-2014, 08:09 AM   #34
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The Airstream is located on Airstream Classifieds. 1961 Airstream Tradewind 24’ for sale in Miami, Florida. Would love to hear anyones thoughts. I love the layout because it has the bunk.
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