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11-10-2002, 05:00 AM
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Retired Moderator
1992 29' Excella
madison
, Wisconsin
Join Date: Aug 2002
Posts: 4,644
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i was wondering what are your favorite things about your Air Stream.
You can see them from outer space!
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11-10-2002, 06:52 AM
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Rivet Master
LOST
, Hawaii
Join Date: Jun 2002
Posts: 2,193
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Stability when towing or driving (motor homes)
Shell construction is very strong and long lasting.
Flat smooth skin is easy to maintain, repair and customize
Aluminum lasts nearly forever with very low maintenance requirements
Interior well designed with plenty of storage
Great fresh water, holding tank and fuel capacity compared to my SOB MH
Cargo capacity (my Argosy MH is 2700 lbs. my SOB MH is 3 ft. longer and 1100 lbs.)
Chassis parts availability-P30 chassis and 454 engine were the most common in this class and age of vehicle.
John
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11-10-2002, 07:26 AM
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Rivet Master
Join Date: Oct 2002
Posts: 917
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flexibility
Being able to adjust living area to ones needs. ie- removed front sofa/sleeper and put in a full-size lay-z-boy and swivel chair.
Long term livability for fulltiming and NO rubber roofs!!
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11-10-2002, 08:45 AM
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Moderator
2004 30' Classic Slideout
Fenton
, Missouri
Join Date: Mar 2002
Posts: 10,408
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Instant Recognition!
Tell somebody you have an Airstream and the picture instantly pops up in their head. Tell them any other trailer name and you see the glazed look creap into their eyes.
Jack
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Jack Canavera
STL Mo.
AIR #56 S/OS#15
'04 Classic 30' S.O.,'03 GMC Savana 2500
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11-10-2002, 09:10 AM
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3 Rivet Member
Join Date: Sep 2002
Posts: 229
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They have their own FORUMS!!! Oscar
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11-10-2002, 09:37 AM
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3 Rivet Member
Join Date: Oct 2002
Posts: 103
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Quality!
Even people who aren't campers just seem to KNOW that Airstreams hold their value. There is a definite perception of quality and efficiency in both their construction and handling...and rightly so!
Cherie
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11-10-2002, 10:17 AM
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Rivet Master
Dallas
, Texas
Join Date: Mar 2002
Posts: 561
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WBCCI
We were looking at GMC MHs when we decided to purchase this Argosy MH. We've loved our AS trailers, but are very impressed with the GMCs.
Ultimately, we chose to stay with an Airstream product so we could maintain our membership in WBCCI. There is an organization of GMC owners, but many members of WBCCI are like family to us.
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Edie
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11-10-2002, 10:12 PM
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Moderator Emeritus
1964 26' Overlander
1978 Argosy Minuet 6.0 Metre
Anna
, Illinois
Join Date: Sep 2002
Posts: 5,718
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The great things about Airstreams
To me, there are two endearing qualities of Airstream products. First, is the Airstream's potential of becoming a family heirloom. The second is the ease of handling and towability.
It seems that the Airstream (and Argosy as well) are among the few RVs that have the potential of becoming family heirlooms. While my '64 Overlander isn't exactly a family heirloom, it seems like a member of the family. It was purchased brand new as a special order coach by very dear friends of my family, and I became its fourth owner in 1994. I went on my first camping trip as a 5-year old in this trailer when it was brand new in 1964.
Kevin
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Kevin D. Allen
WBCCI (Lifetime Member)/VAC #7864
AIR #827
1964 Overlander International
1978 Argosy Minuet 6.0 Metre
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11-11-2002, 01:38 AM
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Join Date: Oct 2002
Posts: 94
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Re: flexibility
Quote:
Originally posted by John
Being able to adjust living area to ones needs. ie- removed front sofa/sleeper and put in a full-size lay-z-boy and swivel chair.
Long term livability for fulltiming and NO rubber roofs!!
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John,
I would like to do the same transformations as you (sofa)
Do you have any pics?
Ron
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11-11-2002, 06:14 AM
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2 Rivet Member
1962 16' Bambi
1966 26' Overlander
1965 24' Tradewind
Rapid City
, so. dak.
Join Date: Oct 2002
Posts: 43
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Gosh...besides the thoughtful design and enginering? Well, I fell in love with 'em just cause they're PURDY !!! ( Pete's still catching on to this...)
carmen
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11-11-2002, 07:45 AM
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Rivet Master
Join Date: Oct 2002
Posts: 917
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Ron,
I should have a pic posted in a couple of weeks. I'll let you know when their on.
John
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11-11-2002, 10:34 AM
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Rivet Master
2001 34' Limited
The State of
, Ohio
Join Date: Sep 2002
Posts: 1,605
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They're nostalgic... just like Harleys.
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Maurice
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11-11-2002, 11:14 AM
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Contributing Member
2018 Interstate Grand Tour Ext
Austin (Hays County)
, Texas
Join Date: Jun 2002
Posts: 7,164
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Why?
Because over the years, I have always remembered seeing an Airstream on the road and immediately forgot the white boxes.
This last weekend trip (230 miles round trip) scored 3 Airstream sightings on the road; two exchanged headlight flashes, the other was across a wide median and probably didn't see me.
I also shared the RV park I stayed in with a new Classic and sighted two other A/S in RV parks near the road.
I saw dozens of white boxes, but, of these, I remember only a Scamp 5th-wheel, because I once owned one.
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John W. Irwin
2018 Interstate GT, "Sabre-Dog V"
WBCCI #9632
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11-11-2002, 12:37 PM
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Rivet Master
1956 22' Safari
2015 27' Flying Cloud
Vintage Kin Owner
Conifer/Evergreen
, Colorado
Join Date: Feb 2002
Posts: 12,702
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Because it's a B.S.O., of course!
Shari
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11-11-2002, 06:41 PM
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Rivet Master
Join Date: Jun 2002
Posts: 521
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Because the Jones' don't have one yet (just kidding)...and there so damn cool looking!
easy to work on (only when I have to of course)
well layed out (except for minor modifications)
Did I mention, there so damn cool looking!
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11-11-2002, 08:39 PM
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Rivet Master
1984 29' Sovereign
Savannah
, Missouri
Join Date: Apr 2002
Posts: 3,478
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Original Concept
Once in a millenium something comes along that, just "SHOUTS ORGINIAL"~!~
In all of history, there'll never, EVER be another AIRSTREAM, nor the same group of people~!!
My favorite thing about Airstream
Everytime I open the door to enter, it's with this thought.
"We are but, keepers of future dreams.."
ciao
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11-12-2002, 06:27 AM
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1 Rivet Member
Join Date: Oct 2002
Posts: 18
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I love my airstream
When I look at my airstream..........it absolutely SHOUTS out to me..."Go see the USA, go on a trip, be proud of your heritage, you need a vacation!!" Owning an airstream has opened so many new doors with so many new friends! And my favorite part of owning a vintage airstream right now is the fixing it up! I really enjoy returning (or trying to return it ) to it's original glory.
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Lori
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11-12-2002, 06:52 AM
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Moderator Emeritus
1972 31' Sovereign
High Springs
, Florida
Join Date: May 2002
Posts: 2,311
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RKM wrote:
They're nostalgic... just like Harleys.
I have to agree. I have visited web sites of other RV's and have been inside many, at RV shows, and think some of the new interiors are really gawdy. You feel like you are in someones apartment in New York City, not out camping somewhere.
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2003 GMC 2500HD 4X4 D/A Ext. Cab
Propane Powered Honda EU2000i
Lots of Hot Sauce!
Air # 283
WBCCI 1350
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11-12-2002, 07:53 AM
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Dr Joe
Central
, South Carolina
Join Date: Mar 2002
Posts: 252
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Livability, comfort
After spending several weeks travelling in our A/S Motor Home, we came to feel like it was a real home away from home, not just a camping vehicle. We are also thrilled when people express their impression of beauty and size as being awesome. There is just nothing else on the road that catches attention like an Airstream.
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Dr Joe & Winn
Emeritus Airstreamers
KD8VD
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11-12-2002, 08:45 AM
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New Member
Join Date: Oct 2002
Posts: 3
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I'm brand new to my 1960 overlander.
What seems to stand out the most about owning an A/S?
The nicest people who own one and are willing to help you with any problems you might encounter when fixing one up.
Rod
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