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06-13-2013, 03:48 PM
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1 Rivet Member
1959 24' Tradewind
Cypress
, Texas
Join Date: Jun 2013
Posts: 8
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'51 Flying Cloud
I have always wanted to own an Airstream trailer. I have done several frame off restorations on vehicles in the past, but I don't want to get financially over my head on this project, and it be a financial loss. I am not positive on the year yet, but the tag next to the door says 24d-0251. I have 300.00 into this project so far. Please give me some advise on where I should go with this project. I look forward to the comments..
Chris
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06-13-2013, 03:59 PM
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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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I think its a 1959. But, it is a project and if your up to it....it will be nice. Plan on everything needing replacement and refreshing for planning purposes. Read....read....read the info available here.
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06-13-2013, 05:43 PM
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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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You asked for suggestions; I suggest you sell it to me for $600 and make 100% profit.
For sure not a 51.
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06-13-2013, 05:56 PM
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1 Rivet Member
1959 24' Tradewind
Cypress
, Texas
Join Date: Jun 2013
Posts: 8
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Quote:
Originally Posted by 62overlander
You asked for suggestions; I suggest you sell it to me for $600 and make 100% profit.
For sure not a 51.
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That funny **** right their. After a little research I am starting to agree with the year being a 1959.
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06-13-2013, 06:01 PM
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Rivet Master
2012 27' Flying Cloud
W
, New England
Join Date: Oct 2012
Posts: 7,402
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62 - you are a riot! :-)
Why they don't still use that awesome Art Deco sweeping airstream badge is beyond me - love it.
I have no recommendation. (Bought new as this is way beyond me) but that's a beautiful trailer!
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06-13-2013, 06:59 PM
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Rivet Master
Livingston
, Texas
Join Date: Sep 2010
Posts: 586
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Hey Prochevelle, I got a 54 Cruiser a couple of months ago, not as good shape inside as yours but the shin is v good. I just north of Rosehill off Coe loop if you know that area. We should get together to discuss plans.
62 is just pulling your leg. He might go a few dollars higher
Sid
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AIR 50601
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06-13-2013, 07:21 PM
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Rivet Master
Currently Looking...
asbury park
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Join Date: Nov 2009
Posts: 905
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Quote:
You asked for suggestions; I suggest you sell it to me for $600 and make 100% profit.
For sure not a 51.
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MY THOUGHTS EXACTLY!
i was going to say something to the extent of... double your $$ and it's not a loss!
you got an AMAZING deal. REALLY GOOD. sure you didnt mean $3000?
i agree on 59 - its after 57 due to endcap, wasnt 59 or was it 60 for the last year of those sexy wheel wells? door within a door, old style name plate... i'd wager its a 59.
nice find. this will not lose you $$, just many hours of your time.
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06-13-2013, 07:39 PM
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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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Quote:
Originally Posted by NJtoNC
MY THOUGHTS EXACTLY!
i was going to say something to the extent of... double your $$ and it's not a loss!
you got an AMAZING deal. REALLY GOOD. sure you didnt mean $3000?
i agree on 59 - its after 57 due to endcap, wasnt 59 or was it 60 for the last year of those sexy wheel wells? door within a door, old style name plate... i'd wager its a 59.
nice find. this will not lose you $$, just many hours of your time.
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It could be early, California 1960. California (sorry it is not an Ohio. Ohio trailers rule) model. Airstream always used surplus up...
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06-13-2013, 08:31 PM
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Rivet Master
1997 30' Excella
1961 26' Overlander
1954 22' Flying Cloud
1981 28' Airstream 280
San Antonio
, Texas
Join Date: Jul 2009
Posts: 1,436
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Nice trailer. Late 50's early 60's. And I would give you $900 for it-tripling your money!!
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06-13-2013, 09:29 PM
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1 Rivet Member
1959 24' Tradewind
Cypress
, Texas
Join Date: Jun 2013
Posts: 8
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Sphere Guy
Hey Prochevelle, I got a 54 Cruiser a couple of months ago, not as good shape inside as yours but the shin is v good. I just north of Rosehill off Coe loop if you know that area. We should get together to discuss plans.
62 is just pulling your leg. He might go a few dollars higher
Sid
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It is going to be at my dads house here shortly. He lives in Pinehurst off of Coe rd. on Jimmy ln. I would love to share ideas.
Thanks for the help guys. This has been something I have wanted to do for a long time. I guess from what i've seen, the first thing is to dive into the metal that needs to be replaced, and check out the floors. If im putting the horse before the cart let me know. I would have brought it home today but the tongue wasnt locking down to my 2" ball very well. When I locked down the pin, and I have my receiver hitch in my hand I could yank it out of the tongue. I didnt see and adjustment in it.
I did pay $300.00 for it, and it came with dishes. lol
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06-14-2013, 04:09 AM
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Rivet Master
Livingston
, Texas
Join Date: Sep 2010
Posts: 586
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Prochevelle, let me know when it's gets the, I would like to see it. If you don't mind.
It sounds like the latch inside your coupler is not moving with the handle. Try some penetrant for a day or so to loosen it up.
BTW, don't mind Bwoodtx, he's pulling your leg even harder!
Sid
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AIR 50601
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06-14-2013, 07:07 AM
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Rivet Master
1997 30' Excella
1961 26' Overlander
1954 22' Flying Cloud
1981 28' Airstream 280
San Antonio
, Texas
Join Date: Jul 2009
Posts: 1,436
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BTW, don't mind Bwoodtx, he's pulling your leg even harder!
Sid[/QUOTE]
Aww c'mon Sid. Help me out here! Just tryin' to make a deal! You are scarin' 'em.
It IS a nice trailer, though and will be great once the wiring is done, the floors are done, the plumbing is done, the appliances are done, and the decorating are done. Not too much to do.
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WBCCI# 9259 AIR# 38927 TAC-TX 14
Stop Littering-Spay & Neuter-- Adopt From Rescue
No amount of time will erase the memory of a great dog.
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06-14-2013, 03:18 PM
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Rivet Master
Livingston
, Texas
Join Date: Sep 2010
Posts: 586
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Now that might scare him Bruce!
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AIR 50601
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06-14-2013, 04:10 PM
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Rivet Master
1997 30' Excella
1961 26' Overlander
1954 22' Flying Cloud
1981 28' Airstream 280
San Antonio
, Texas
Join Date: Jul 2009
Posts: 1,436
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Sphere Guy
Now that might scare him Bruce!
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Anything to make a deal!
Seriously though it will be beautiful when finished. Don't get discouraged-we have all been where you are with vintage trailers. You have an excellent support group on the forums.
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Bruce
WBCCI# 9259 AIR# 38927 TAC-TX 14
Stop Littering-Spay & Neuter-- Adopt From Rescue
No amount of time will erase the memory of a great dog.
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