|
|
11-26-2011, 09:40 PM
|
#1
|
Rivet Master
2005 25' Safari
Salem
, Oregon
Join Date: Mar 2006
Posts: 8,367
|
What did you buy on Black Friday?
Hi, what did you buy on Black Friday? did you find any really great deals that you couldn't pass up? Did anyone buy something for their Airstream on Black Friday? What were these bargains and who had them on sale? I, personally, always had to work on this day and never got to go; But now that I'm retired, I can and do go. I never buy anything [we have too much stuff now] We walk the Malls for exercise and have lunch there most of the time, but this Friday it was too crowded, so we went home for lunch. [They didn't get one single dime out of us this year] I want to buy a new bed for Boo-Boo, but I can't find anything that he would like.
__________________
Bob 2005 Safari 25-B
"Le Petit Chateau Argent" Small Silver Castle
2000 Navigator / 2014 F-150 Eco-Boost / Equal-i-zer / P-3
YAMAHA 2400 / AIR #12144
|
|
|
11-26-2011, 09:48 PM
|
#2
|
Airstream Fanatic
1976 31' Sovereign
1959 17' Pacer
1965 26' Overlander
Bismarck
, North Dakota
Join Date: Sep 2010
Posts: 1,035
|
I ordered a tankless water heater
I bought a portable tankless water heater on Black Friday for the 1959 Pacer because it doesn't have a inside shower. I thought it was a fabulous find and then my dearest pointed out how funny I was going to look outside showering with all of the other people around. Hmm..there must be a way to solve this dilemma besides joining a nudist camping colony.
Still...I think I got a great Black Friday deal. I hope it is a good deal anyway and that I don't end up being jailed for indecent exposure when we are out camping.
Sandy
|
|
|
11-26-2011, 10:23 PM
|
#3
|
"Cloudsplitter"
2003 25' Classic
Houstatlantavegas
, Malebolgia
Join Date: Jun 2007
Posts: 19,977
|
A p-trap for the basement wash tubs, and some 9volts for the smoke alarms..
Bob
__________________
"You don't know where you've been until you leave, enjoy life" RLC
|
|
|
11-26-2011, 10:27 PM
|
#4
|
Moderator Emeritus
1964 26' Overlander
1978 Argosy Minuet 6.0 Metre
Anna
, Illinois
Join Date: Sep 2002
Posts: 5,705
|
What did you buy on Black Friday?
Greetings Sandy!
Quote:
Originally Posted by ND10CentCan
I bought a portable tankless water heater on Black Friday for the 1959 Pacer because it doesn't have a inside shower. I thought it was a fabulous find and then my dearest pointed out how funny I was going to look outside showering with all of the other people around. Hmm..there must be a way to solve this dilemma besides joining a nudist camping colony.
Sandy
|
You might be tempted by a portable shower enclosure similar to the one offered by Cabela's. It is shown in the photo below:
Three years ago, I attended a Vintage RV Rally in Northern Illinois, and several of the participants had these portable shower enclosures as well as a second similar enclosure for their portable toilets. My Overlander was one of only a handful of coaches in attendance with a full bathroom as most of the participants had either "canned hams" or "teardrops". We were dry camped in the field behind an RV dealership so we had to make do with facilities available in our coaches. I spoke with a couple of the owners, and learned that they found the portable shower enclosures particularly useful.
Good luck with your projects!
Kevin
__________________
Kevin D. Allen
WBCCI (Lifetime Member)/VAC #7864
AIR #827
1964 Overlander International
1978 Argosy Minuet 6.0 Metre
|
|
|
11-26-2011, 10:31 PM
|
#5
|
Moderator Emeritus
1964 26' Overlander
1978 Argosy Minuet 6.0 Metre
Anna
, Illinois
Join Date: Sep 2002
Posts: 5,705
|
What did you buy on Black Friday?
I would have liked to avoid the Black Friday shopping traffic completely, but had to make a run to town for supplies for a number of projects underway. My shopping list consisted of two tubes of caulk/sealant for the windows on the conversion van, two quarts of Mobil 1 oil, four boxes of rat & mouse bait, and hair mousse. I think that the cashier was perplexed as to why I was shopping for such items during all of the Christmas shopping hubub . . . .
Kevin
__________________
Kevin D. Allen
WBCCI (Lifetime Member)/VAC #7864
AIR #827
1964 Overlander International
1978 Argosy Minuet 6.0 Metre
|
|
|
11-26-2011, 10:32 PM
|
#6
|
Rivet Master
2005 22' Safari
Gresham
, Oregon
Join Date: May 2009
Posts: 621
|
Really nothing. A sewing machine for our grandaughter. Costco - online. Wish we had a big list for our AS, but we have spent about 3 years getting all we needed before we retired. To which I might add is - our retirement, that is - is great.
Happy Holidays to all.
|
|
|
11-26-2011, 10:33 PM
|
#7
|
Rivet Master
1966 24' Tradewind
Placerville
, California
Join Date: Apr 2006
Posts: 3,328
|
I hate shopping. I worked 50 years....and one day.....for a major dept store. I've seen the way customers behave on sale days....and THEY complain about the way store staffs behave!!!
Neil. This is me now retired.
__________________
Neil and Lynn Holman
FreshAir #12407
Avatar;
Kirk Creek, Big Sur, Ca. coast.
1966 Trade Wind
1971 Buick Centurion convertible
455 cid
1969 Oldsmobile Ninety Eight
455 cid
|
|
|
11-26-2011, 10:38 PM
|
#8
|
"Cloudsplitter"
2003 25' Classic
Houstatlantavegas
, Malebolgia
Join Date: Jun 2007
Posts: 19,977
|
Kevin,
Yeah, It was great...
When I parked there was a fellow sitting in the car next to me....
When I returned in 10min he looked at me smiled and just shrugged...
Been there done that.
Bob
__________________
"You don't know where you've been until you leave, enjoy life" RLC
|
|
|
11-26-2011, 10:48 PM
|
#9
|
3 Rivet Member
1969 27' Overlander
Albuquerque
, New Mexico
Join Date: Sep 2011
Posts: 168
|
Does a 12 pack count?
__________________
Ed Glenn
|
|
|
11-27-2011, 04:49 AM
|
#10
|
Rivet Monster
1975 31' Sovereign
1980 31' Excella II
Sprung Leak
, North Carolina
Join Date: Jun 2003
Posts: 7,172
|
Nada....I am boycotting consumerism at the moment...if I can't eat it and it isn't medically necessary I am not buying it!
Aaron
__________________
....so many Airstreams....so little time...
WBCCI #XXXX AIR #2495
Why are we in this basket...and where are we going
|
|
|
11-27-2011, 05:43 AM
|
#11
|
Rivet Master
1971 27' Overlander
Central
, Ohio
Join Date: Jun 2006
Posts: 2,365
|
I bought an Atwood WH pressure release valve wrench for the Airstream and some antiques for the girls. Stayed away from the "normal" stores.
Also "bought" a little peace of mind by taking a short hiking trip - hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving....
|
|
|
11-27-2011, 06:01 AM
|
#12
|
2 Rivet Member
2008 25' Safari SS SE
Hiawassee
, Georgia
Join Date: Feb 2007
Posts: 35
|
I bought an Airstream. I've been a member of the Forums since 2007, have never posted a message but have been reading and dreaming since then. Our timeline to buy the Airstream and start preparing to full time was when by youngest daughter graduated high school. Well, she's a senior now. We went to JD Sanders in Gaineville FL and closed the deal on a 2008 Safari 25. Black Friday was just a coincidence but I saw the tread and felt it was the right place to start.
|
|
|
11-27-2011, 06:36 AM
|
#13
|
4 Rivet Member
2008 20' Safari
Tunnel Hill
, Georgia
Join Date: Aug 2011
Posts: 291
|
Black Friday
I bought a Thetford Smart Tote portable waste water container from Camping World. It was just a coincidence though that it was purchased on Black Friday.
__________________
Remember its not the destination, but rather the journey.... its what's in the middle that matters the most!
|
|
|
11-27-2011, 06:38 AM
|
#14
|
Rivet Master
2011 25' FB Flying Cloud
Anywhere &
, Everywhere
Join Date: Aug 2006
Posts: 1,090
|
Went to WalMart and bought some grapes, plums and a small watermelon. Didn't have to use any pepper spray to get them. And no line at the checkout. Nice to be a small town.
|
|
|
11-27-2011, 06:38 AM
|
#15
|
Rivet Master
2007 30' Classic
Oswego
, Illinois
Join Date: Jul 2010
Posts: 13,655
|
An Avrika 3 place bike rack. REALLY didn't want to spend that kind of jack, but there's nothing else out there to fit my needs.
__________________
-Rich-
"If the women don't find you handsome, they should at least find you handy." - Red Green
|
|
|
11-27-2011, 06:43 AM
|
#16
|
Rivet Master
Elkhart
, Indiana
Join Date: Mar 2008
Posts: 633
|
We / my wife bought a universal repair kit for the kids toilet at Menards. Then had to return it for the right $1.49 seal. Of course 1 little project TWO TRIPS to Menards! (I hate that)
__________________
Mike
Have a great day!
TAC # IN 1 Air#27922
|
|
|
11-27-2011, 07:24 AM
|
#17
|
Rivet Master
Join Date: Jan 2005
Posts: 811
|
Quote:
Originally Posted by FreshAir
I hate shopping. I worked 50 years....and one day.....for a major dept store. I've seen the way customers behave on sale days....and THEY complain about the way store staffs behave!!!
Neil. This is me now retired.
|
My sentiments exactly. Jostling, standing in line, possibly getting pepper sprayed to save 20 bucks on some toy I didn't need to begin with is not my idea of something enjoyable to do.
Fortunately, we spend our winters in a small town in Mexico where there are no toys to buy. My only purchase on Black Friday was a kilo of fresh harina tortillas made one by one by an old lady over a mesquite fire.
|
|
|
11-27-2011, 07:24 AM
|
#18
|
Rivet Master
2007 Interstate
Normal
, Illinois
Join Date: Jan 2009
Posts: 18,051
|
What did I buy on Black Friday?
Absolutely nothing, nada, zip. Did not leave the house, would not have been part of that madhouse for nothin'!
Did go out early yesterday morning, for a quick trip into Walmart and to use some of my Bed, Bath & Beyond 20% coupons (they never expire, ya know) for good deals on a few items. BTW, does everyone know BB&B carries a silicone steamer??!! Cute, flexible, lightweight, has a little handle to pull it out and can be used when boondocking for those fresh veggies from the farmers markets!! What a find!! And, it's red!
Sleekstor VeggiSteam Vegetable Steamer - Bed Bath & Beyond
Got out, got in and got home before the maddening crowd was out and about.
Maggie
__________________
🏡 🚐 Cherish and appreciate those you love. This moment could be your last.🌹🐚
|
|
|
11-27-2011, 07:37 AM
|
#19
|
Airstream Fanatic
1976 31' Sovereign
1959 17' Pacer
1965 26' Overlander
Bismarck
, North Dakota
Join Date: Sep 2010
Posts: 1,035
|
Thanks...it looks like a good deal
Quote:
Originally Posted by overlander64
Greetings Sandy!
You might be tempted by a portable shower enclosure similar to the one offered by Cabela's. It is shown in the photo below:
Three years ago, I attended a Vintage RV Rally in Northern Illinois, and several of the participants had these portable shower enclosures as well as a second similar enclosure for their portable toilets. My Overlander was one of only a handful of coaches in attendance with a full bathroom as most of the participants had either "canned hams" or "teardrops". We were dry camped in the field behind an RV dealership so we had to make do with facilities available in our coaches. I spoke with a couple of the owners, and learned that they found the portable shower enclosures particularly useful.
Good luck with your projects!
Kevin
|
Thanks for that info Kevin,
I will take a look at that item as it gets closer to spring. I am sure the other campers would appreciate not having to see us shower over by the tree. They are thanking you right now .
Sandy
|
|
|
11-27-2011, 07:39 AM
|
#20
|
"Cloudsplitter"
2003 25' Classic
Houstatlantavegas
, Malebolgia
Join Date: Jun 2007
Posts: 19,977
|
Welcome Aboard....
Quote:
Originally Posted by Pepthedog
I bought an Airstream. I've been a member of the Forums since 2007, have never posted a message but have been reading and dreaming since then. Our timeline to buy the Airstream and start preparing to full time was when by youngest daughter graduated high school. Well, she's a senior now. We went to JD Sanders in Gaineville FL and closed the deal on a 2008 Safari 25. Black Friday was just a coincidence but I saw the tread and felt it was the right place to start.
|
Pep,
GREAT first post!!!!
You been here for awhile so you know all about photo's.
You'll love the 25',
Sweet Streams
Bob
__________________
"You don't know where you've been until you leave, enjoy life" RLC
|
|
|
|
|
Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)
|
|
Thread Tools |
Search this Thread |
|
|
Display Modes |
Linear Mode
|
Posting Rules
|
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts
HTML code is Off
|
|
|
|
Recent Discussions |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|