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02-26-2009, 04:43 PM
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#61
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3 Rivet Member
2006 25' Safari FB SE
Peoria
, Arizona
Join Date: Jan 2008
Posts: 228
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Any color goes with an Airstream. Our TV is two-toned electric blue with silver on the bottom.
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02-26-2009, 05:12 PM
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#62
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4 Rivet Member
1971 23' Safari
Groveport
, Ohio
Join Date: Mar 2006
Posts: 279
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Pewter all the way.
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02-26-2009, 05:17 PM
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#63
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Rivet Master
1977 27' Overlander
Trotwood
, Ohio
Join Date: Jul 2007
Posts: 2,153
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I think Silver would be nice. It looks good with an Airstream. But we opted for the Toreador Red in Our F 350 (purchased before the airstream) and we also have that color that changes colors with changes in light on our 94 F150. ANY COLOR GOES GOOD WITH AN AIRSTREAM
Roger
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F350 CREWCAB SW LONG BED
7.3 liter Power Stroke Diesel
1977 27ft OVERLANDER
KA8LMQ
AIR # 22336 TAC- OH-7
May your roads be straight and smooth and may you always have a tailwind!
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03-02-2009, 07:13 PM
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#64
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4 Rivet Member
Currently Looking...
holland
, Michigan
Join Date: Oct 2007
Posts: 436
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Quote:
Originally Posted by cbgenrich
In reviewing photos of people towing Airstreams, it seems to me that colorless trucks are more preferred by Airstream owners than colorful ones. White, black, gray, silver.
Is it just me?
I'm inclined to prefer "brilliant silver metallic", "Oxford white", and "black" in that order. They also have a "white sand tri-coat metallic" which is the only one that costs extra ($500).
Thoughts? Monochromatic color palette? Or pop of color?
-CB-
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We have the white sands tricoat. Reminds me of pearls and beautiful silver jewelry. We get comments all the time on the rig.
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03-05-2009, 10:38 PM
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#65
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3 Rivet Member
Currently Looking...
Cincinnati
, Ohio
Join Date: Sep 2008
Posts: 131
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more silver
One more vote for silver.
Woody
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03-06-2009, 06:27 AM
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Site Team
1974 31' Sovereign
Ottawa
, ON
Join Date: May 2008
Posts: 11,219
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Of course, since the AS is always silver, in reality, ANY colour will work with it. I'd say though that the pale colours will mean less need for AC, and I've always felt that they show the dirt less, but of course, I could be crazy.
I've seen a nice colour on the new Ford F150 though, that appeals to me, they call it "ice blue". It's a metallic colour, quite smart, and does "call" to the darker blue in the stripes of the AS.
For me personally, the last colour I would choose would be silver, since the AS is un-painted AL, and you won't find any silver vehicle that will match the trailer. My (limited) colour sense says to get something that gives somewhat of a contrast, and yet complements the TT.
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07-17-2009, 03:59 PM
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2 Rivet Member
2005 25' Safari
Gold Canyon
, Arizona
Join Date: Oct 2003
Posts: 53
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... green is always an option
We liked green (before it became PC); it blended into the woods a bit and the lighter color stays cooler/cleaner.
Obviously, the Jolly Green Giant's smile indicates his approval!
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07-18-2009, 02:26 PM
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Vintage Kin
Fort Worth
, Texas
Join Date: Nov 2006
Posts: 8,014
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Like Road Ruler said (sorta) pick a theme that works together: gold, silver & black. Had we kept the trailer the awnings would have been replaced with something on this order.
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07-18-2009, 04:09 PM
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3 Rivet Member
1971 25' Caravanner
scappoose
, Oregon
Join Date: Oct 2007
Posts: 206
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In no perticular order, I like Pewter, White, or a very light Silver/Grey.
Because most trips are in hotter weather, will never have black, or red, just the thought of those colors sitting in a hot sun, makes my blood boil.
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07-18-2009, 04:43 PM
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Rivet Master
Airstream Dealer
Corona
, California
Join Date: Feb 2002
Posts: 16,497
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I hear some 2020 models will be iridescent polka dots, that shine in the dark, for safety reasons of course.
Andy
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07-18-2009, 07:34 PM
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Rivet Master
2005 30' Classic
Burlington
, Ontario
Join Date: Sep 2008
Posts: 2,743
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I wound up with a black truck - just because that happened to be what they had on the lot and the price was right!
I do think it goes nicely with the silver of the Airstream though - course I am partial to the combination of black and chrome on motorcycles too!
Its a bit of a labour of love to keep it looking clean though -just bought oneof those carwash gadgets with a special ionizing filter that prevents water spotting. It works well.
I don't find heat in a black vehicle to be a problem - probably takes a bit more fuel with the AC cranked up a bit higher though!
Brian
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2005 Classic 30'
Hensley Arrow / Centramatics
2008 GMC Sierra SLT 2500HD,4x4,Crew Cab, Diesel, Leer cap.
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07-18-2009, 09:32 PM
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#72
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Rivet Master
1967 26' Overlander
Winston Salem
, North Carolina
Join Date: Oct 2007
Posts: 524
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Grey shades look good.
Medium Marblehead Metallic, that a great one
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Winston Salem, NC
WBCCI 5218,
Corresponding Secretary Piedmont NC Unit 161,
1967 Overlander International.
1979 Avion 30ft rear bath
TV's 88 Chevy Suburban 454, 3:42, TH400
95 Cadillac FW Brougham, LT1,3:42, 7k tow pk.
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07-19-2009, 01:24 AM
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#73
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2 Rivet Member
1950 22' Liner
2004 30' Land Yacht 30 SL
St Petersburg
, Florida
Join Date: Feb 2009
Posts: 61
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I bought my tow vehicle way before ever considering getting a trailer and got it used. It just happened to be this color. But I must say they look good together and I'm thankful the vehicle has the towing package. It wasn't really something I looked for. I just liked the truck and it suits my SUV/Truck needs. Funny how things work out sometimes.
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But If You're Airstreaming let there be lots of Trees.
CapnTom
WBCCI/VAC #2453
AIR #35123
TCT
USAVTN
1950 Liner 22'
2004 Land Yacht 30 SL
2004 Chevy Avalanche
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07-19-2009, 09:37 AM
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Very american 4 a french
1971 27' Overlander
DUNKERQUE / FRANCE
, Nord
Join Date: Nov 2002
Posts: 633
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Blue !!!
Am I the only one with a blue car for towing ?
So blue as the Airstream stripes...
Bruno.
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07-19-2009, 11:15 AM
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#75
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Rivet Master
1976 31' Sovereign
ozark
, Missouri
Join Date: Aug 2007
Posts: 1,040
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Sweet
Very nice job!
Quote:
Originally Posted by 74"Twinkie"
My wife picked the colors. I'm just glad that i'll never have to polish.
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12-05-2009, 06:11 PM
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#76
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4 Rivet Member
2008 25' Safari FB SE
Land of fruits and nuts
, California
Join Date: Jul 2009
Posts: 306
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Quote:
Originally Posted by brunoffrance
Am I the only one with a blue car for towing ?
So blue as the Airstream stripes...
Bruno.
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Nope. But I'm partial to Dark Blue Metallic
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12-05-2009, 06:19 PM
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New Member
Detroit Lakes
, Minnesota
Join Date: Jul 2009
Posts: 4
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Silver all the way. . .'stream'line the colors. . .
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12-05-2009, 06:29 PM
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#78
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Rivet Master
1964 17' Bambi II
Vintage Kin Owner
Schererville
, Indiana
Join Date: Jul 2005
Posts: 2,637
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I like the charcoal--it matches the banana wrap! We have a Silver F250 too, but I like the ride of my Expedition!
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1964 Bambi II
1988 Avion 32S
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12-05-2009, 07:52 PM
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#79
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Rivet Master
1966 24' Tradewind
Chicago
, Illinois
Join Date: Nov 2008
Posts: 530
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I think Black looks nice because it doesnt take any emphasis off the main attraction, the trailer!
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12-05-2009, 07:57 PM
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Master of Universe
2008 25' Safari FB SE
Grand Junction
, Colorado
Join Date: Sep 2007
Posts: 12,702
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Blue because the last truck was red and it was time for a change. Too many silver and white vehicles to buy another. Black and brown look dirty too fast, but so does blue, but not as fast. Green—never.
Blue in different forests, different coasts, different elevations (just about sea level to 10,000'), different seasons—Florida, Colorado, Minnesota, Oregon
Gene.
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