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06-13-2010, 07:56 AM
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#141
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Rivet Master
2002 25' Safari
1977 20' Argosy 20
northern valley
, new jersey
Join Date: Nov 2008
Posts: 532
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Originally Posted by m99k99
OMG, I am a new airstreamer and I can't believe I missed this opportunity. I have checked the Rally Calendar, and don't see any more restoration seminars this year. I'd hop on a plane right now if it wasn't so danged expensive.
Does anyone know of any other seminars this year, that they could share?
Thanks
Mike
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absolutely the best time and money you could spend, Mike, with a fantastic group of Airstreamers!
see you there next year!
best,
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Joseph & Gabrielle
Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication - Leonardo da Vinci.
WBCCI 2087 - AIR 3144 - TAC-NJ2
https://defendwally.org/
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06-13-2010, 09:13 AM
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#142
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Vintage Alum. Enthusiast
1959 24' Tradewind
Phoenix
, Arizona
Join Date: Feb 2002
Location: I currently do not own a 2nd Airstream
Posts: 4,360
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Oh man I wish I was there. I had such a great time last year. Keep those pix coming Mike and say Hi to everyone for me. pleas ask Uwe to stop by on his way back to southern CA.
Brad
FF
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4CU 2699 / AIR 10 / TAC AZ-1
I'm haunted by aluminum.
Charter Member of the 4 Corners Unit.
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06-14-2010, 03:43 PM
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#143
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Rivet Master
1965 28' Ambassador
Irving
, Texas
Join Date: Oct 2009
Posts: 604
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To all the crew at the 4 Corners Unit.
Thanks for the great effort in putting the rally together.My head is hurting with the overload of info.
This is a "Not to miss" for any Airstreamer to put on the calendar!
The program was outstanding and the presenters were the best!Thanks to all of them for their time and effort.Steve
Absolutely the best 12 hr. drive I ever made even though I was moteling it this year.
Looking forward to next year with the Ambie in tow.Steve
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06-14-2010, 04:19 PM
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#144
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3 Rivet Member
1964 28' Ambassador
Oklahoma City
, Oklahoma
Join Date: Jan 2006
Posts: 143
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Thanks Mike for the photos. I'm with Brad, totally bummed at not being able to go this year. Steve, I know the feeling about having to motel it. Last year, all we brought was our Airstream front plate. Next year...next year!
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06-14-2010, 04:38 PM
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#145
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Rivet Master
1958 26' Overlander
Mesa
, Arizona
Join Date: Jul 2004
Posts: 1,742
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Thanks again, Ken and Uwe, for organizing a great rally. Had a great time! Can't wait for next year's rally.
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1958 Overlander
2011 Wolf Creek 850N TC
2011 Ford F-250 Crewcab (6.2L), 3.73RE
WBCCI #5661/AIR #5661/TAC # AZ-6
4CU 1st VP
My '58 Overlander Restoration and Travel Blog:
https://mellomikesairstreams.blogspot.com/
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06-14-2010, 05:11 PM
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#146
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Rivet Master
1965 28' Ambassador
Irving
, Texas
Join Date: Oct 2009
Posts: 604
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Ambie '64
Thanks Mike for the photos. I'm with Brad, totally bummed at not being able to go this year. Steve, I know the feeling about having to motel it. Last year, all we brought was our Airstream front plate. Next year...next year!
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Missed seeing you Dar.But next year we can park the 64 and 65 next to each other!
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06-14-2010, 11:16 PM
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#147
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4 Rivet Member
1965 26' Overlander
Scottsdale
, Southwest
Join Date: Nov 2008
Posts: 445
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06-14-2010, 11:54 PM
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#148
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4 Rivet Member
1971 25' Tradewind
Surprise
, Arizona
Join Date: Dec 2007
Posts: 346
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Sorry we missed it. Still got lots to do to get my baby tiptop. Going to take it to Northern california in3 weeks for the 4th of july celebration in San Francisco. Will be staying in Santa Rosa, hopefully not to cold.
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Jerry C.
"Travelstar Galactica"
WBCCI #13317
AIR #25664
Member of the Four Corners Unit
The only true failure is the failure to try.
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06-15-2010, 04:58 PM
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#149
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Rivet Master
1956 22' Flying Cloud
Durango
, Colorado
Join Date: Sep 2002
Location: 1975 25' Tradewind
Posts: 3,491
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A huge thanks to all that attended - the true success of a get together like this are the folks who attend. Your participation, enjoyment and great feedback will keep us doing this year after year - and I promise it will get better and better - my only regret is I did not get to spend as much time as I would have liked with each of you.
Hope to see y'all next year!
Ken J.
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1956 Flying Cloud
Founder :
Four Corners Unit
Albuquerque National Balloon Fiesta
Rally
Vintage Trailer Academy - Formerly the original
restoration rally
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06-15-2010, 07:18 PM
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#150
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Rivet Master
1958 26' Overlander
Mesa
, Arizona
Join Date: Jul 2004
Posts: 1,742
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There were some beautiful Airstreams at the Rally. Thanks Shawn and Tiffany for posting those pics. This one in particular caught my eye. It looks like all of the windows are Jalousie's (except for the front). Anybody know who owns it?
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1958 Overlander
2011 Wolf Creek 850N TC
2011 Ford F-250 Crewcab (6.2L), 3.73RE
WBCCI #5661/AIR #5661/TAC # AZ-6
4CU 1st VP
My '58 Overlander Restoration and Travel Blog:
https://mellomikesairstreams.blogspot.com/
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06-15-2010, 08:10 PM
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#151
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Rivet Master
1973 23' Safari
1977 23' Safari
2018 25' Flying Cloud
Palmer Lake
, Colorado
Join Date: Oct 2005
Posts: 4,092
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Mostly people
Having appreciative attendees made it all worthwhile for the "experts." Special thanks to Ken.
Luke works, lectures, and entertains
Kip awes the crowd
The Man (Uwe). No doubt about it.
I didn't catch many owners at their Airstreams--maybe next year. Sheridan is very happy with his rock guard Erica is a real trooper keeping her Cruisette original [as possible].
It was a great time with great people.
Zep
PS--these photos have been sized down to 800 pix wide from the original 3500 wide. If anyone wants a bigger copy, sing out.
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06-15-2010, 08:17 PM
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#152
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2 Rivet Member
1992 21' Sovereign
Albuquerque
, New Mexico
Join Date: May 2007
Posts: 98
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I have a long list...
I signed up for the rally to learn how to remove the outside smudge/tarp marks on my Airstream. I left this rally with a list of things to do, the outside probably being the last. I know how to replace the univolt with a new converter, pull out the 2 dents on the outside, pull up the carpet and put in a floating floor, how to adjust my windows that are hard to open/close, refinish the wooden cabinets, and how to fix my water heater (that went out the second day there). Oh yes, Levone came and tried acouple of things to help get rid of the marks on the outside, and gave me some great suggestions for cleaning it up without taking on the full polish job.
The seminar on electrical systems was so informative. OHHH I understand this stuff now! The presenters were great, and so were the attendees. Everyone offered ideas and practical techniques for any project you might want to do. Special thanks to Uwe, who freely gave his time and patiently answered all my questions.
Great job to Ken and the committee who made this rally possible.
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06-15-2010, 08:32 PM
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#153
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3 Rivet Member
1981 22' Excella II
Currently Looking...
Currently Looking...
Colbert
, Georgia
Join Date: Jul 2002
Location: 1948 22' Liner
Posts: 201
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Reflections of the Rally
Greetings,
Here are a few photos that caught my eye at the ABQ VRR. Many thanks for all who attended. It was a pleasure meeting new friends and visiting with past ones.
A special thanks goes out to Ken and Uwe for their hard work putting on this event.
Thanks also goes out to Vicki for letting us be a little crazy in her trailer park.
It was nice to hear interesting insights and stories of the early caravan travels as told by Pee Wee.
My best regards to all,
Levon
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06-15-2010, 10:10 PM
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#154
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4 Rivet Member
2017 16' Sport
Malibu
, California
Join Date: Sep 2008
Posts: 298
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Vintage trailer owners and seekers this is a great rally where you can find out what to do and how to do. Everyone is very helpful and we had a great time last year.
We look forward to seeing you all at the Balloon rally.
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06-15-2010, 11:32 PM
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#155
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3 Rivet Member
1962 19' Globetrotter
New River
, Arizona
Join Date: Jun 2006
Posts: 136
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Wow 4cu rr!
Many thanks for all this knowledge! Ken... what an organizer,... Steve...cabinets fit for a castle, Levon...thanks for the shine I know I can tackle, Kip...Rosie the riveter, move over, Jim...reversed polarities don't stand a chance, Ed...my windows have a new lease on life thanks to you, Luke...fortunately my hubby passed the axel quiz I gave him when I got home, Uwe...I was enthralled by every word you spoke to us. Here are some photos, too. and more at Picasa:
Picasa Web Albums - 11109524020688115... - 4CU Vintage R...
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'62 GT
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06-16-2010, 09:26 AM
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#156
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Rivet Master
1956 22' Flying Cloud
Durango
, Colorado
Join Date: Sep 2002
Location: 1975 25' Tradewind
Posts: 3,491
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The picture to the left above is how we do nap time - you know all good classes has a nap time scheduled in...
We thank you all for the wonderful comments and the one's I've received in PM's and e-mails - we promise to do this each year and make it better and better. Stay tuned about Feb 2011 for info on the next restoration rally.
Ken J.
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1956 Flying Cloud
Founder :
Four Corners Unit
Albuquerque National Balloon Fiesta
Rally
Vintage Trailer Academy - Formerly the original
restoration rally
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06-16-2010, 04:47 PM
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#157
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4 Rivet Member
2007 25' International CCD FB
1961 16' Bambi
1956 16' Bubble
Potrero
, California
Join Date: Apr 2006
Posts: 254
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So much to do...
4CU Vintage Rally
Organizers, Instructors, Participants and new Friends,
Thanks Ya'll, for the a great rally, training sessions and fellowship. We went with the intent of learning a few things and sharing some ideas. I came away with new friendships and the confidence to go after the many repairs our '70 Safari needs, no problema! So much to do.
Appreciate all the work that went into the event, the "experts" are more that just that, the best Airstreamers on the planet... Learned a lot, plan on seeing you all again next year in our "Vintage" rig!
Nanc and I got back Monday after blowing a tire on the AS halfway between Albuquerque and Gallop...full sidewall failure with a tread tear-away. Put my new Banna-wrap tool to use yesterday to repair the damage (thanks Roger).
See ya soon Anthony and Tamara!
Stream Safe.
Bob 'n Nanc-
Oh and we'll post some pics as soon as I get back to the mainland...
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Stream Safe,
Bob U-
San Diego, CA.
The " TinDen "
2007 25' International FB
1961 Bambi, 16' California
1956 Bubble 16' California Whale Tail
Charter Member 4 Corners Unit
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06-17-2010, 10:58 AM
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#158
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Area 63 Productions
Commercial Member
1963 26' Overlander
1958 22' Flying Cloud
1963 19' Globetrotter
Orange
, California
Join Date: Feb 2008
Posts: 156
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I made it home again, after dropping off Peewee near his home in Arizona. My trip was very easy, as always. I wanted to thank you all for coming and for making this such a great event. I was continually amazed how you all managed to entirely derail my presentations and turn them into great big interactive discussions. Loved it. Lots of positive energy at Enchanted Trails that weekend! Can't wait for next years event, which will be even better. I will very likely bring back the Fling Cloud, which hopefully by then will be very nearly completed. Cheers!
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06-18-2010, 12:15 PM
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#159
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make Wally proud
1951 15' Cruisette
1948 19' Trailwind
1955 22' Flying Cloud
Breckenridge
, Texas
Join Date: Jun 2005
Posts: 19
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I had a wonderful time. I enjoyed meeting everyone and I look forward to next year. If someone can tell me how to get in touch with Kip and Susie...I have t-shirts to send them and I misplaced their address. Phone number would be good too..Thanks and God Bless!! Erica
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06-18-2010, 05:00 PM
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#160
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Kmpro
Currently Looking...
1984 31' Airstream310
Lubbock
, Texas
Join Date: Feb 2010
Posts: 301
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4CU004 Vintage Restoration Rally
Ken:
Our thanks to you and others for such a fine rally that was so informative. Maybe next year we won't be the only Motorhome. Thanks again,
Mike & Mary Dee
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