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06-12-2015, 03:07 AM
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Restorations done right
Commercial Member
1962 26' Overlander
1961 26' Overlander
Vintage Kin Owner
Currently Looking...
Baltimore
, Maryland
Join Date: Aug 2007
Posts: 5,545
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Airstream Camp
This is an attempt to gauge interest....
What do you folks think about the idea of Airstream Camp? As I work at getting my kid set with her Summer Camp, I thought why not have camp for adults? This brought the idea of Airstream Camp into my head.
I was envisioning a very intensive week or two(depending on interest) of trailer restoration. I envision a small group no larger than 5 learning hands on. We could delve into many aspects involved in restoring trailers. I think panel replacement, fabrication and riveting to be a very good segment. Just about any aspect of the restoration could be focused on depending on interest.
What do you folks think?
I am not trying to compete with Trailer Academy or the Texas Resto Rally. I would only do this as an intensive small group experience.
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06-12-2015, 03:11 AM
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Restorations done right
Commercial Member
1962 26' Overlander
1961 26' Overlander
Vintage Kin Owner
Currently Looking...
Baltimore
, Maryland
Join Date: Aug 2007
Posts: 5,545
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once again(in case you missed it) I am just trying to gauge interest at this point...
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06-12-2015, 04:12 AM
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54 Flying Cloud
1967 20' Globetrotter
1954 22' Flying Cloud
Grand Rapids
, Minnesota
Join Date: Oct 2014
Posts: 173
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can we use my as to fix? I bet we could do it like a barn raising
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06-12-2015, 05:46 AM
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Rivet Master
2015 27' FB Eddie Bauer
2011 25' FB Flying Cloud
Fernandina Beach
, Florida
Join Date: Sep 2013
Posts: 629
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Frank, just my personal reaction - I would jump at a one-two day session on maintenance and necessities, particularly use of sealants, tire care and changing, corrosion prevention, trouble shooting systems etc. But trailer restoration would not be for me or my wife, at this time. Joe
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06-12-2015, 06:15 AM
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Rivet Master
Currently Looking...
Sioux Falls
, South Dakota
Join Date: Mar 2011
Posts: 1,164
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I'd agree with jayseejay. A couple of days to go over maintenance and some repair, especially for those new to Airstreams (like us), would be great.
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06-12-2015, 06:23 AM
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Rivet Master
1956 22' Flying Cloud
1953 32' Liner
1955 22' Safari
Valley View
, Texas
Join Date: Jan 2006
Posts: 3,971
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It was a success
Frank.....This sounds like something along the lines of the "Restoration Rally" in Albuquerque. A Great success with an increasing attendance. I think your idea, in your area would be tremendous.
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06-12-2015, 07:23 AM
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Rivet Master
2016 28' Flying Cloud
Brandenburg
, Kentucky
Join Date: May 2006
Posts: 898
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Ditto
Quote:
Originally Posted by jayseejay
Frank, just my personal reaction - I would jump at a one-two day session on maintenance and necessities, particularly use of sealants, tire care and changing, corrosion prevention, trouble shooting systems etc. But trailer restoration would not be for me or my wife, at this time. Joe
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I think that this is a great idea. Would answer question, with hands on, that everyone from long time owner to new owners would attend. Question is would this be a roving (at different locations) gathering for information/education on how/why our AS do what they do.
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06-12-2015, 07:31 AM
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Rivet Master
2006 23' Safari SE
Biloxi
, Mississippi
Join Date: Nov 2011
Posts: 8,278
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I agree with the others. A two day course would work better for me. Depending of course on the location I would attend.
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06-12-2015, 08:01 AM
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3 Rivet Member
1972 27' Overlander
Woodburn
, Oregon
Join Date: Apr 2015
Posts: 131
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Count me in , I would enjoy every minute of this
Most of the people that are nixing this have new or newer trailers so no it would be of no interest to them , I see there point as every day maintance is more their interest
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06-12-2015, 08:08 AM
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2 Rivet Member
1957 22' Caravanner
1971 27' Overlander
2004 25' Safari
Jourdanton
, Texas
Join Date: Feb 2010
Posts: 50
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Great Idea
Having attended three of the Restoration Rallies in Albequerque and many Texas Vintage rallies, I would say that you have zeroed in on the missing niche.
A person can always learn from someone with a different approach.
I would be interested.
Jim
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06-12-2015, 08:09 AM
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Rivet Master
2000 19' Bambi
mt. Prospect
, Illinois
Join Date: Oct 2006
Posts: 829
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I really like the idea. Maybe a 4 -5 day thing, and you could do a day on systems and maintenance, a day on interiors, a day on exteriors, a day or two on structure repair -floors, panels, etc. On site camping would be a nice option.
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06-12-2015, 08:33 AM
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Rivet Master
2000 19' Bambi
mt. Prospect
, Illinois
Join Date: Oct 2006
Posts: 829
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You seem to be inclined toward a camp focusing primarily on major restoration work, and I'm interested. Others seem to want more basic maintenance and repair info. Maybe offer both, or split a week into two sessions that can be combined or done individually. There are lots of options to consider - you're onto something!
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06-12-2015, 09:47 AM
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Rivet Master
1960 28' Ambassador
Vintage Kin Owner
1998 25' Safari
Avonton
, Ontario
Join Date: Sep 2005
Posts: 1,331
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Could set up a program of things to do and people could come and go as interested. Such as axle changing, panel replacing, water heater replace, leak finding. Have a cost to attend individual seminars.
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VAC - TAC ON-1
60 Ambassador Int.
1950 Spartan
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06-12-2015, 10:31 AM
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Rivet Master
1973 27' Overlander
Portsmouth
, Virginia
Join Date: Jun 2012
Posts: 776
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For me it could be beneficial if you went into some of the more advanced stuff, like working new body panels. What would the costs associated with it be?
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06-12-2015, 11:11 AM
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Rivet Master
2012 27' Flying Cloud
W
, New England
Join Date: Oct 2012
Posts: 7,402
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Northeast version and I'm in - especially if someone will help me learn how to detach and reattach my ProPride! 😃
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06-12-2015, 01:01 PM
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Rivet Master
2017 25' International
Carlsbad
, California
Join Date: Feb 2015
Posts: 706
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Please do it in San Diego!
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06-12-2015, 02:44 PM
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#17
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Restorations done right
Commercial Member
1962 26' Overlander
1961 26' Overlander
Vintage Kin Owner
Currently Looking...
Baltimore
, Maryland
Join Date: Aug 2007
Posts: 5,545
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I will just say I know nothing of maintaining new trailers. I honestly do not want to learn since my shop cuts off work at 1979. Perhaps this is a gap Airstream Dealers need to fill. The demand seems to be high.
I can say if I do this it will be at least a week. I don't want to skim over things, that's what Youtube is for. I want this to be very intensive. Participants will do actual real work. Hands will get dirty, sweat will be produced, blood might even be shed.
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06-12-2015, 03:16 PM
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Remember, Safety Third
1973 27' Overlander
Catfish Corners
, Georgia
Join Date: Oct 2004
Posts: 5,720
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I'm in. Just say the time and place, Frank. I owe you several beers already, this will be my chance to repay you 'round the campfire.
May I suggest The Great Smokey Mountians, maybe late summer, early fall?? I feel there's a roadtrip in the making......
Jim
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06-12-2015, 05:11 PM
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Full time Airstreamer
2014 30' FB FC Bunk
Anywhere
, USA Living.Somewhere.Yonder
Join Date: Jan 2014
Posts: 1,359
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Frank's Trailer Works
Hands will get dirty, sweat will be produced, blood might even be shed.
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Where do I sign up?
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06-12-2015, 05:24 PM
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begorragirl
2017 25' Flying Cloud
Denville
, New Jersey
Join Date: Oct 2012
Posts: 1,029
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Put me in the two day, run two different camps.
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2010 Funfinder
2005 T@B
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