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01-21-2015, 11:56 AM
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#101
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Rivet Puller
2003 28' Safari S/O
Atlanta Burbs
, Georgia
Join Date: Jul 2010
Posts: 2,006
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If the notion of a slide is meaningful to you for whatever reason, be aware that there some Airstream models that have one. About 87 were built in the 2002-2009 era in sizes ranging from 28' to 34'. They have become quite desirable lately and, thus, elevated in price this past year. However, even used they are way less than a new unit but financing will be an issue if you lack the cash.
A very few have had issues with their slide, none that I have met personally of the ~12 I've encountered while traveling, but there are a couple of threads concerning the subject in past posts. Airstream over-built the slide in my opinion and close inspection of mine reveals little cause for concern for years to come because I do treat the gasket every six months. Otherwise, there is no indication of wear after hundreds of nights and ~27,000 miles of touring.
I travel with my spouse and two very large Great Danes so the slide is valuable to us for the extra floor space the dogs require at night while staying in a 28' model. The layout is fully functional with the slide in or out. You might watch the ads for a unit to come on the market but be prepared to move fast if you like it as they seem to sell within days.
Though mine is now 12 (and still looking close to new), I can't image parting with it any time soon. I am switching out the floor at the moment, from carpet to luxury vinyl tile, and replacing the fabrics to meet more current aesthetics which will make it seem new all over again to us. My cousin with a fifth wheeler of the same vintage ended up buying a replacement silver tube after we compared ten-year cost of ownership data.
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01-21-2015, 12:14 PM
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#102
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Regular Guy
1978 31' Sovereign
Hot Springs
, Arkansas
Join Date: Aug 2014
Posts: 603
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Easy to pull. Elegant simplicity.
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01-21-2015, 10:46 PM
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#103
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Len and Jeanne
2005 16' International CCD
2015 19' Flying Cloud
Creston Valley
, British Columbia
Join Date: Jun 2012
Posts: 1,793
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Buying a used AS can significantly bring down the price. A gently used later-model AS shouldn't need a lot of renos up-front and still has plenty of "wear" left in it.
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01-21-2015, 11:02 PM
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#104
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3 Rivet Member
1994 34' Limited
Salem
, Oregon
Join Date: Jul 2012
Posts: 208
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I think they are built to a much higher standard. How many white boxes from the 70s and 80s are actively being rebuilt and used. When I was a kid I worked for two different rv dealers who sold white boxes and mobile homes. I had to rebuild the floor of one after it was in an accident. 2x2 construction. Not solid at all.
On our first trip to an rv park a nice woman and her three young children walked over just to say they thought we had the nicest rv I the park. As you can see our AS is 20 years old.
I think most people who own AS trailers have a different level of pride in their TTs.
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01-23-2015, 07:08 AM
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#105
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Rivets?
1992 29' Excella
2010 22' Interstate
Van By The River
, Georgia
Join Date: Feb 2002
Posts: 2,363
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Quote:
Originally Posted by n2916s
If you don't "get" the concept of Aluminitis, no explanation is possible. If you do, no explanation is necessary.
Mike
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I second that!
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Lucius and Danielle
1992 29' Excella Classic / 2010 Interstate
2005 Chevrolet Suburban K2500 8.1L
2018 GMC Sierra K1500 SLT, 6.2L, Max Trailering
Got a cooped-up feeling, gotta get out of town, got those Airstream campin' blues...
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01-23-2015, 08:42 AM
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#106
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3 Rivet Member
2017 25' Flying Cloud
west plains
, Missouri
Join Date: Sep 2009
Posts: 202
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Why an airstream?
There are good reasons to buy any type of RV if it fits your needs and style. I suggest Airstreamers are more "travelers" as opposed to "stayers in a spot". Both the convenience of towing and the flexibility of site choice are pluses. Our rig has traveled 45,000 miles in the last five years, including three months in Alaska and numerous park "roads"....and would resell for our purchase price (we got a 2008 25'FB in 2010). Our repairs and maintenance have averaged 300$ per year. There is also a camaraderie in the AS community, with the WBCCI caravans a huge bonus. Safe travels. Jack, Kay and Abby
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02-28-2015, 10:39 AM
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#107
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2 Rivet Member
Currently Looking...
Toronto
, Ontario
Join Date: Jun 2012
Posts: 59
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Spent 1+ hr at an RV show checking the Airstreams out yesterday and although not perfect, the quality was so much higher than most travel trailers on display. And they really are gorgeous to look at inside and out. I can see why they appeal to a certain type of owner.
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02-28-2015, 12:01 PM
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#108
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3 Rivet Member
2004 28' Classic
austin
, Texas
Join Date: Jul 2012
Posts: 221
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SeeMore....I hope you will post pictures when you get your floor and fabrics finished!
Sent from my iPad using Airstream Forums
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03-03-2015, 06:01 PM
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#109
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Airstreamer in Training
2014 30' Flying Cloud
Tampa
, Florida
Join Date: Jan 2015
Posts: 92
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Quote:
Originally Posted by ROBERT CROSS
ZBoater....
Had enough yet?
H2o is fun too....
ABoater, Bob
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Oh, I was sold. That's what I meant by this thread bring helpful. It still doesn't make a $90K pill any easier to swallow.
I'll just chug it down with lots of beer...
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2014 Airstream Flying Cloud 30' Recliner: Base weight 6422, GVWR 8800
2013 Cadillac Escalade Tow Vehicle: 6.2L, 403hp, 417 ft-lb., 4x2, 3.42 axle ratio, Max Payload 1573, Max Towing 8300.
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03-03-2015, 06:09 PM
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#110
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Rivet Master
2014 31' Classic
2015 23' International
2013 25' FB International
Apache Junction
, Arizona
Join Date: Sep 2012
Posts: 6,215
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WBCCI Life Member 5123, AIR 70341, 4CU, WD9EMC
TV - 2012 Dodge 2500 4x4 Cummins HO, automatic, Centramatics, Kelderman level ride airbag suspension, bed shell
2014 31' Classic w/ twin beds, 50 amp service, 1000 watt solar system, Centramatics, Tuson TPMS, 12" disc brakes, 16" tires & wheels
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03-04-2015, 07:00 AM
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#111
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Regular Guy
1978 31' Sovereign
Hot Springs
, Arkansas
Join Date: Aug 2014
Posts: 603
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The happiest days of boat ownership: The day you buy it, and the day you sell it.
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03-04-2015, 10:02 PM
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#112
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Rivet Master
1999 34' Excella
Currently Looking...
Hillsboro
, Texas
Join Date: Feb 2013
Posts: 6,406
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Quote:
Originally Posted by NavyCorpsman
The happiest days of boat ownership: The day you buy it, and the day you sell it.
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A boat was my first 'transportation'.... grew up on the Bayou Teche in Louisiana... I sorta miss boats... but, my AS is sooooooo much more fun! And I can buy my fish!!!
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Peace and Blessings..
Channing
WBCCI# 30676
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03-06-2015, 07:00 AM
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#113
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Regular Guy
1978 31' Sovereign
Hot Springs
, Arkansas
Join Date: Aug 2014
Posts: 603
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Quote:
Originally Posted by cwf
A boat was my first 'transportation'.... grew up on the Bayou Teche in Louisiana... I sorta miss boats... but, my AS is sooooooo much more fun! And I can buy my fish!!!
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Yes Sir. I think there is a law in Louisiana that all Cajuns are required to have at least 1 pirogue. The rich ones have 2, one to float, and one to put boiled crawfish and crab in......OOOOiiiieee!
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03-06-2015, 07:35 AM
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#114
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Rivet Master
1973 Argosy 24
Kitchener
, Ontario
Join Date: Jun 2014
Posts: 945
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BOAT is an acronym for Bring On Another Thousand. Airstream is definitely a close cousin.
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