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wynnie · 11-17-2011, 05:09 AM

Hello
I'm wynnie an English drag queen fulltiming in a winnebago with Ozzy my mad dog. Im looking to buy an airstream and import it to convert into a camp cooking demo unit to tour festivals. Any help would be appreciated

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xo1rider · 11-17-2011, 08:28 AM

Wynnie you give new meaning to "camping" :-)

wynnie · 12-01-2011, 03:00 PM

camp me ...LOL
well ive just found the one for me and thanks to RichardT I will officially be trailer trash in about six weeks, then the work begins converting to a catering unit for my cookery demo's at festivals, already got a TV exec sniffing round.

Rdiddly · 12-02-2011, 02:32 PM

A quick question out of the blue. Does anyone know how much propane it takes (approximately) to keep a 28' 2011 Airstream (or thereabouts) warm (-ish, say 64°) when it's in the low 40°s outside? Like for a night's sleep? I have house guests that are staying in mine and I'm so afraid they're going to run out of propane in the middle of the night.
Thanks.

**blmitch5** · 12-02-2011, 02:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Rdiddly

A quick question out of the blue. Does anyone know how much propane it takes (approximately) to keep a 28' 2011 Airstream (or thereabouts) warm (-ish, say 64°) when it's in the low 40°s outside? Like for a night's sleep? I have house guests that are staying in mine and I'm so afraid they're going to run out of propane in the middle of the night.
Thanks.

Do you have the heat pump in the AC unit? They could use that instead of the propane furnace. For one night, unless your tanks are very low I think you will be fine but the heat pump would work better.

**DKB_SATX** · 12-02-2011, 03:13 PM

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Originally Posted by blmitch5

Do you have the heat pump in the AC unit? They could use that instead of the propane furnace. For one night, unless your tanks are very low I think you will be fine but the heat pump would work better.

Remember that the heat pump has the same issues as the AC for use at home. If you don't have good electrical service close to the trailer or a very-heavy-duty extension cord, it's not good for the heat pump.

crazeevw · 12-02-2011, 07:49 PM

I got a 25 foot 30amp extension cord from Vintage Trailer Supply for just that purpose. Motorhome is close to home outlet, but you never know how far electrical box will be from campsite. Never hurts to be prepared.
Thanks, Derek

Myrtle lynn · 12-03-2011, 10:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Rdiddly

A quick question out of the blue. Does anyone know how much propane it takes (approximately) to keep a 28' 2011 Airstream (or thereabouts) warm (-ish, say 64°) when it's in the low 40°s outside? Like for a night's sleep? I have house guests that are staying in mine and I'm so afraid they're going to run out of propane in the middle of the night.
Thanks.

Really not that much. Not sure off hand. You can always use the tank from your gas grill. That would be more then plenty if that helps.

crazeevw · 12-04-2011, 05:21 PM

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Originally Posted by xo1rider

Hi Derek,

My wife and I are camped in Red Bluff, CA for a couple of days, purpose of the trip was to meet a nice lady who's Westie just had a liter and we've got dibs on one of the puppies.

Can't wait for our upcoming trips with our new traveling companion, the puppy will be old enough for us to pick up on Thanksgiving weekend.

Here's a picture of me covered with Westie pups :-)

Hi,

LOVE the Westie pups! Can't wait to see pix of your new 'addition' to your family.
They are great pets, Bentley is my 3rd Westie, he's just turned 6 years old in the photo.
Have a great week.
Thanks, Derek

Arturtabaka · 12-15-2011, 04:38 PM

Hello everybody

Nice to join you. :-)
Thinking of buying my first AC sometime next year.
Have owned and lived aboard a number of boats and yachts.

Regards,

Artur

Arturtabaka · 12-15-2011, 04:43 PM

Well, AC wouldn't be the first one ... LOL
Obviously, I am new to the AS terminology world ;-)

CallDon · 12-15-2011, 04:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Art_Tab

Hello everybody

Nice to join you. :-)
Thinking of buying my first AC sometime next year.
Have owned and lived aboard a number of boats and yachts.
Regards,
Artur

Hi Art, and welcome to the group. I met a couple around five years ago who pulled in next to me at a campground, each driving a big "bucket truck", one pulling a '70s era Airstream. They lived there around five or six months. They were a husband and his blond wife, probably in their mid-40s. They live in the Airstream for half the year, traveling to just about any area where they work for various telephone companies. That's why they own the bucket trucks. Then they go back to Florida and live the rest of the time on their boat!!! WHAT A DEAL!! I thought it would be a great lifestyle...if I could swim.

D*

Arturtabaka · 12-15-2011, 05:29 PM

Thank you for a welcome

Rofkrynn · 01-24-2012, 07:00 AM

My name is Tim, I live just north of Atlanta in Cumming, GA. I'm 40, soon to be 41 in Febuary. I'm a single guy, I've been single since 2005. I have a "new to me" 1977 Overlander, which has been named the Tin Taj. I've always admired the beauty of the airstream from afar. And finally decided to take the plunge. I'll be glad to post a photo, as soon as i figure out how..lol. I'm hoping I'm road ready and able to make the FOD rally in Arkansas Jun8-10

I've saved a lot of money and headaches by surfing through the forums.
Thanks to all that post and reply!!

**blmitch5** · 01-24-2012, 04:41 PM

Welcome! We're excited to have you join us in June. Pictures are easy, on a PC go to advanced and hit the paperclip or on an iPhone hit the + next to send. Can't wait to meet you!

**DKB_SATX** · 01-29-2012, 11:31 PM

Welcome Tim, and hopefully you'll be able to join us in June.

From what you've posted on another thread it sounds like you've gotten off to a fast start on fixing things. Our first "social" Airstream trip was to the first FoD rally in Eureka Springs last year, and it convinced us that buying the Argosy was a good choice. (Well, it convinced my partner of it... I was the one rabid about buying one in the first place!) We've been to a few other rallys and group campouts since then and we're really looking forward to Hot Springs!

Clemson · 04-09-2012, 05:39 PM

Just discovered this group. I have had my 2005 25' CCD since Jan. 2008. I mainly use it to go to sport car races @ Road Atlanta, Sebring, VIR, etc. I recently became an Adjunct Professor and will have summers off. I am looking forward to using my AS more this summer. Thinking about going to Alumapolooza. I hope to meet some of you in person.

TBRich · 04-09-2012, 05:46 PM

Welcome aboard the Forums, Clemson, and welcome to the FOD Airstream bunch... It's a great bunch of folks!

**blmitch5** · 04-09-2012, 06:06 PM

Welcome! We're glad you found our little but FUN group! If your headed to Alumapolooza you might want to swing by our FOD rally! It's June 8th -10th http://www.airforums.com/forums/cale...y=2012-6-8&c=1 check out the link and if you can join us it would be great! We're thinking about Alumapolooza for next year.

Brad and Zell

Clemson · 04-09-2012, 06:24 PM

Well I thinking about Alumapolooza then going to Mid Ohio the next weekend for he Grand Am race. Its a lot closer than Arkansas. Maybe if you have another gathering closer to the south east I am in.

John