nmbosa

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Last Activity: 09-17-2022 10:56 AM

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03-31-2017 12:36 PM
1959newbie

Hi, Norm, I bought a 1959 Overlander in 2006, did a "full Monty" on it so we could live in it outside Marta, Texas, while my husband built a home for some folks on a huge ranch.
Since, then, the changes I've made have been for the purpose of making long-term camping, including boondocking, possible.
I had gotten the original reefer working for a long time, but the Klixon valve finally died, so I got a new Norco that fits almost perfectly. I'd like to put in a large aluminum chimney above it such as you did. Do you by any chance have any dimensions drawings of the one you made? Or close-up pics of details? Also, did you use anything to insulate it?
Thanks for any input!
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05-19-2016 05:03 PM
Shnnnhickman

Hi nmbosa,
I'm thinking of buying an airstream in the next year. I was hoping to find someone to consult me on the process of buying a '60s '25ish trailer. I know it will involve refurbishing and that's most of the fun for me. Eventually, I want to use the airstream as my full-time home. I foresee a meeting to talk over the costs involved in changing a title and taxes. How to set it up in a friends backyard so we don't blow the fuses. And have someone to come with me to inspect the trailer before I purchase it and to haul the trailer back to Seattle; I don't own a vehicle at this time. I'm happy to pay for your time and travel. If you have any recommendations of someone else I should contact. I would appreciate any suggestions you might offer.

Thanks,
Shannon Hickman
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03-22-2016 07:53 AM
Snow Creek

Hello.

I sent you a private message.

Thanks.

Robert
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06-22-2015 02:44 PM
CruzFamily

Norm-

Are you available for an inspection any time this week or the beginning of next? We are looking at renovating a '74 31' Airstream Sovereign. Here is the ad: Vintage Airstream Sovereign trailer
This would be our first airstream/renovation. I just want someone who is knowledgeable about airstreams to take a look at it. We are willing to pay.
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01-20-2013 06:25 PM
SBChristine

Hi --

I am thinking about purchasing a 1966 Overlander in N. Seattle to use as a shop on the WA coast where I have a small business. Would you/could I hire you do do an inspection in the next couple of days? I live in N. Seattle as well and am close to purchasing one close by but being a complete novice would like someone's opinion on how difficult or costly it would be to have or reseal the roof vents myself as there are a few small leaks and the hatches aren't in the best shape and there is a window leak as well. Since it can really blow and pour out at the coast I'd like to make sure I can start out water tight.

Thanks--

Christine
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08-09-2012 08:23 PM
texasbound

Norm,

It is in Bellevue right off 405. I'd be more than happy to pay your going rate for inspections, etc. It is my first trailer purchase, so my first airstream purchase

I'm pulling it with my 04 tundra v8...so I'd really like to help connecting it, etc. Assuming no major problems. I'm attaching the video so you can see what it looks like from my first visit:

1974' Airstream Sovereign 31' - YouTube

Thanks so much!
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08-09-2012 11:14 AM
texasbound

Hey there,

I'm in the process of purchasing a 1974 airstream souverign this saturday. Would you be available to come with me and do a prepurchase inspection? It is in pretty good condition based on initial inspection, but I would like someone who knows more to help me test the major systems (ac, fridge, propane, generator, etc).

Thanks!
Leo
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03-03-2012 03:17 PM
Sparky57

Hi-- I have that onion skin light all boxed up for you, can mail it to you if you give my your address. Would ask for the postage costs only....I'll send it the cheapest way I can, but if you want to upgrade to air frieght then let me know and let me know your top dollar cost too in case it is ridiculously expensive

Mark
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About Me

About nmbosa

City

Nowhere

State/Province

Washington

Country

UNITED STATES

Gender

male

Trailer #1

1959 26' Overlander

About My Tow Vehicle

2002 Ford F-250 Crew Cab 7.3 Liter Diesel
Signature
Norm and Mary
blog: Captain Wilson's Overlander