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07-25-2009, 05:59 PM
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1 Rivet Member
2008 20' Safari SE
Modesto
, California
Join Date: Mar 2007
Posts: 7
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We're leaving our Airstream "family"
We`re abandoning the travel trailer lifestyle, many thanks to all of you that were so helpful and knowledgeable in assisting us...of all the forums in the RV lifestyle ( and there are many ) yours` was by far the most professional and proficient.
Many Thanks and warmest regards
Gravelcrunch
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07-25-2009, 06:13 PM
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4 Rivet Member
1961 16' Bambi
Mancos
, Colorado
Join Date: Jan 2006
Posts: 472
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I'm so sorry to hear that you have to give up "The Good Life". Happy trails to you in all your endeavors.
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My Earthship
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07-25-2009, 06:19 PM
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Moderator
2015 25' FB Flying Cloud
2012 23' FB Flying Cloud
2005 25' Safari
Santa Rosa Beach
, Florida
Join Date: Jul 2006
Posts: 13,156
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Best wishes in your future ventures. It has been a pleasure having you with us.
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WBCCI #3628 -- AIR #14872 -- TAC #FL-7
2015 FC 25' FB (Lucy) with ProPride
2020 Silverado 2500 (Vivian)
2023 Rivian R1T (Opal)
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07-25-2009, 07:06 PM
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Rivet Master
1960 22' Safari
in the wilderness
, The great Mojave Desert
Join Date: Jun 2006
Posts: 4,077
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You may be letting your RV go but you're still welcome here.
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I'd rather be boon docking in the desert.
WBCCI 3344 FCU
AIR# 13896
CA 4
Yes, we have courtesy parking for you. About an hour North of Los Angeles.
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07-25-2009, 07:33 PM
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moderator
Commercial Member
2016 27' International
Currently Looking...
Wilton
, California
Join Date: Aug 2008
Posts: 1,711
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Gravelcrunch
We`re abandoning the travel trailer lifestyle, many thanks to all of you that were so helpful and knowledgeable in assisting us...of all the forums in the RV lifestyle ( and there are many ) yours` was by far the most professional and proficient.
Many Thanks and warmest regards
Gravelcrunch
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Can we ask why?
Did you switch out the travel trailer lifestyle for the motorhome lifestyle or give it up all together?
I think i would miss my airstream too much to let her go..
Wishing you many warm sunsets..
Vinnie
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07-25-2009, 07:39 PM
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Rivet Master
2005 30' Classic
Burlington
, Ontario
Join Date: Sep 2008
Posts: 2,743
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Gravelcrunch
We`re abandoning the travel trailer lifestyle, many thanks to all of you that were so helpful and knowledgeable in assisting us...of all the forums in the RV lifestyle ( and there are many ) yours` was by far the most professional and proficient.
Many Thanks and warmest regards
Gravelcrunch
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We are pretty new to Aisrstream, and to this forum, so I don't know your background. Judging from the year of your trailer, I'm assuming, maybe wrongly, that you are fairly new to RV'ing, or at least to Airstreams.
What happened? Just not for you, or did you switch to another type RV and if so I'd be interested to know your reasoning - if you'd care to share of course!
Good luck in your future adventures!
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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07-25-2009, 08:25 PM
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1 Rivet Member
2008 20' Safari SE
Modesto
, California
Join Date: Mar 2007
Posts: 7
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Quote:
Originally Posted by vlamica
Can we ask why?
Did you switch out the travel trailer lifestyle for the motorhome lifestyle or give it up all together?
I think i would miss my airstream too much to let her go..
Wishing you many warm sunsets..
Vinnie
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No, we`re not giving up RVing, just moving back in a motorhome....it`s what we`ve done for 25+ years and it`s what we`re used to...thought pulling a trailer would be fun, but we`re used to boondocking and using the motorhome for exploring.
Having said that, the Airstream was a joy to pull so if one is going to try that mode of RVing, might as well try the best, right?
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07-25-2009, 08:39 PM
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moderator
Commercial Member
2016 27' International
Currently Looking...
Wilton
, California
Join Date: Aug 2008
Posts: 1,711
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My family still greives the loss of our motorhome (not me hee hee) because the girls can use the bathroom while we travel, bust into all the food and drinks and watch movies.. So what i say to them.. thats not so great?!
Well suffice to say, my wife gave in and let me get the airstream but I get to hear about it each time we travel.. worst part? The motorhome hasnt sold yet and its still in our backyard!
Enjoy the boondocking and exploring and we will catch you out on the road...
Vinnie
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07-25-2009, 08:43 PM
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Rivet Master
1960 22' Safari
in the wilderness
, The great Mojave Desert
Join Date: Jun 2006
Posts: 4,077
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Gravelcrunch
No, we`re not giving up RVing, just moving back in a motorhome....it`s what we`ve done for 25+ years and it`s what we`re used to...thought pulling a trailer would be fun, but we`re used to boondocking and using the motorhome for exploring.
Having said that, the Airstream was a joy to pull so if one is going to try that mode of RVing, might as well try the best, right?
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We boondock out in the desert all year long. If you see an Airstream with a license plate of TIN CABN. Come on over.
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I'd rather be boon docking in the desert.
WBCCI 3344 FCU
AIR# 13896
CA 4
Yes, we have courtesy parking for you. About an hour North of Los Angeles.
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07-26-2009, 03:33 AM
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Rivet Master
1956 26' Cruiser/Overlander
Kennewick
, Washington
Join Date: Sep 2007
Posts: 1,884
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We have had both and enjoyed both but I like the travel trailer style a little more. Don't get me wrong, the motorhome was great but a real pain in the kester to park in downtown Metropolis when there is something to check out there. Boondocking is mostly what interests me and I mean out in the sticks. Mostly 4X4 country and then exploring the area in the truck and the trailer works for me.
Best wishes to you and good luck.
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07-26-2009, 08:47 AM
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Rivet Master
1973 27' Overlander
Loganville
, Georgia
Join Date: Nov 2007
Posts: 1,741
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Motor homes are awesome. My friend has a huge one with two slide outs, but when they break watch out for the parts and service bill. My friends just had engine problems and it cost him $3500 to get it fixed. Last year he had dashboard airconditioning problems and it was $1500 to get it fixed. The tires on those things cost a bunch. Out of my price range and I have been able to fix my airstream by myself so far. If I was a engine mechanic I probably would own a motorhome.
Brian
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