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sempi2 · 07-01-2010, 11:14 PM

Bob, that is a great job. We have a rather large covered pad, and I must admit, I am not a very good director - go this way - no go that way!!!! But we do get the streamer parked - mostly straight - most of the time. But looking at your spot I am sure we would have taken out half of the house. Our hat is off to you, Susan
OH - PS still off topic. TY

Mexray · 07-01-2010, 11:14 PM

sempi2...I have it on good authority that Robert's house is actually on rails that allow it to slide wide open when he backs the AS in there...then slides back to give it that 'snug' look!

Ray

4RXLA · 07-01-2010, 11:17 PM

Over the years my parents have been asked several times by people driving by if the trailer was for sale. Fortunately for me they always said no! As stated by others, the hitch lock is always in place and if I had to back my trailer in a narrow place like that, I don't think people would want to buy the trailer anymore...unless I pay for the repair...

sempi2 · 07-01-2010, 11:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Mexray

sempi2...I have it on good authority that Robert's house is actually on rails that allow it to slide wide open when he backs the AS in there...then slides back to give it that 'snug' look!

Ray

Ray I would totally believe that. There is no way one could get into that parking space every time without damaging 'something'. then again maybe we need more practice parking. Still a big WOW to me. S

Oh yes, sorry off topic "again"

FreshAir · 07-01-2010, 11:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Mexray

sempi2...I have it on good authority that Robert's house is actually on rails that allow it to slide wide open when he backs the AS in there...then slides back to give it that 'snug' look!

Ray

That's what Bob told me in secret.

Neil.

sempi2 · 07-01-2010, 11:28 PM

Another off topic to you guys, I have totally enjoyed your humor and wit when posting on "the journey".

I am thinking that maybe we should get one of those cars that will parellel park by itself. then we can just program it to add the A/S - plus keep us out of trouble on roads and exits. who knows where this could wind up?

Mexray · 07-01-2010, 11:30 PM

In reality, the answer to 'how' Robert backs their AS in that tight space, is: VERY CAREFULLY!...

Ray

sempi2 · 07-01-2010, 11:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Mexray

In reality, the answer to 'how' Robert backs their AS in that tight space, is: VERY CAREFULLY!...

Ray

And is that with or without the better half's help?? I do believe with those tight quarters that hubby (rustyrivet) and I would not be having a happy day. And I also believe that the end of our house would be subject to an insurance claim.

ROBERTSUNRUS · 07-01-2010, 11:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Mexray

sempi2...I have it on good authority that Robert's house is actually on rails that allow it to slide wide open when he backs the AS in there...then slides back to give it that 'snug' look!

Ray

Hi, come on Ray, don't give away my trade secrets!

(1.) View of Airstream kitchen window through house kitchen window.

(2.) View of Airstream from back yard, behind gate. Trailer won't fit through gate.

(3.) Today's avatar picture.

(4.) Vehicle used for reflection shot.

xonvldz · 07-02-2010, 05:44 AM

i suspect it is only going to get worse,as less used units are on the market because of the new trailer sales slump over the last several years.now that they havent made the ford excursion since 2005,i constantly get asked if my 2005 ltd diesel is for sale.most people want to buy,but coming up with the cash or financing is the problem.most people that stop to talk about the airstream are wannabees that cant pull the trigger,due to sticker shock.no matter what trailers or motorhomes are in a campground the airstream seems to attract the most attention.also get alot of inquires about the hensley.i dont talk $s about any thing related to truck ,hitching or airstream.once you hit 20k most people are over budget on the whole deal.

AIR-Quarius · 07-02-2010, 06:41 AM

When people of any asking form come around --and I am in that particular mood (bad)--I will say something like 'This is a movie, and I do not see you written in the script'...sorry!

wheel interested · 07-02-2010, 05:46 PM

I have stopped on occassion to introduce myself as an Airstream owner and enthusiast and have inquired about their Airstream. Once you get a feel from that you either move on or get a friendly tour. But in my case I don't even want to buy it I just want to say hi and see it. Is that worse or better?

Shacksman · 07-02-2010, 07:20 PM

I get asked everytime I'm outside. Today I quoted $20,000 for my 67 Safari and almost got it.I'll have to start higher next time. I try to keep at least 1 around that is for sale and have sold 7 so far. It's a great way to pay for the ones I want to keep.

FreshAir · 07-03-2010, 01:31 AM

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Originally Posted by ROBERTSUNRUS

Hi, come on Ray, don't give away my trade secrets!

(1.) View of Airstream kitchen window through house kitchen window.

(2.) View of Airstream from back yard, behind gate. Trailer won't fit through gate.

(3.) Today's avatar picture.

(4.) Vehicle used for reflection shot.

So, Bob, you have to move the Airstream to get the Ford to the street?
Neil.

Mexray · 07-03-2010, 03:16 AM

No wonder those 60's vintage rigs are so hard to find, Shacksman is hoarding em' up there in Canada, don't ya know!

Ray

purman · 07-03-2010, 07:43 AM

I haven't had anyone knock but I did ask our neighbor who has one before I got mine. A 26 ft 70's in great shape "well the outside" He told me his daughter wanted it then about 6 months after I bought mine he wanted to sell it to me. I might still buy it some day. And then just 1/4 mile down the road in a 16 footer. But then we live on the back road in the country so no one sees them but the neighbors. Love it that way.

Journalist · 07-03-2010, 08:07 AM

I've even been approached in campgrounds by SOB owners asking if I would sell it.

ROBERTSUNRUS · 07-03-2010, 09:23 PM

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Originally Posted by FreshAir

So, Bob, you have to move the Airstream to get the Ford to the street?
Neil.

Hi, Neil. Yes, I have to move my trailer to get the Galaxie out; That is why it hasn't been out since we bought our trailer. [almost six years now] Not to mention, no place to put them all [my small fleet] when it's street cleaner day. The big plan was to sell this house and buy a big piece of dirt [with a small house] in Oregon or Washington so I wouldn't have this problem, But the market started sliding down hill about two weeks after we listed our house.

Minnie's Mate · 07-06-2010, 08:22 AM

Bob, my question is this: if the Airstream won't fit through the gate, how do you get the car through the gate?

I guess that is more "secret" stuff that amounts to levitation or something, huh?

ROBERTSUNRUS · 07-06-2010, 05:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Minnie's Mate

Bob, my question is this: if the Airstream won't fit through the gate, how do you get the car through the gate?

I guess that is more "secret" stuff that amounts to levitation or something, huh?

Hi, come on Mate, you know my car isn't nearly as wide as my trailer. This is from the back side and with my trailer and other cars out of the driveway the car will fit through the gate, but it's still a pretty tight fit.