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Forum: Trailer Values 02-18-2024, 11:31 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 9,908
Posted By crzycpa
Restored 1949 Traileind #5060

We have a 1949 Traileind we had an extensive restored in 2011 for about $22,000.According to what I have read our SN# 5060 was the last one made and one after SN# 5059 on display at the Henry Ford...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 01-13-2015, 11:08 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,292
Posted By crzycpa
My parents bought the 1949 Trailwind from our...

My parents bought the 1949 Trailwind from our Canadian cousins (the original owners) in 1969. The Trailwind was restored in 2011 pictures of the restoration are in the gallery section of my home...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 01-05-2015, 10:46 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,292
Posted By crzycpa
Was Her Great Grandparents'

This is the rear of a 1949 Trailwind with a young family. This Airstream was owned by the wife's great grandparents in the 1950s and 1960s. They traveled from Alberta Canada to Nevada, Arizona and...
Forum: Trailwind 07-24-2014, 05:52 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,823
Posted By crzycpa
Benjo has the first '49 Trailwind sn# 5018 and I...

Benjo has the first '49 Trailwind sn# 5018 and I have the last (Crazycpa) sn# 5060, so it would be in that range.
Forum: Trailwind 04-25-2014, 10:46 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,393
Posted By crzycpa
Beautiful baby boy. Wow he must be 18 months now,...

Beautiful baby boy. Wow he must be 18 months now, fun fun. We have three grandkids now ages 5, 3 and 15 months. We haven't been out with our Trailwind for quite awhile due to a heavy work schedule...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 10-19-2012, 12:59 AM
Replies: 607
Views: 50,290
Posted By crzycpa
Fantastic Weekend

We would like to thank you all for your wonderful hospitality this past weekend on our first trip out of Southern California. The initial greeting from Niel and Jeff made us feel particularly...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 10-11-2012, 11:55 PM
Replies: 607
Views: 50,290
Posted By crzycpa
Coming up from SoCal

We plan to be on the road about 5am Friday with our 1949 18ft Trailwind.
Lookin forward to meeting our NorCal cousins.

Tom & Patti
Forum: On The Road... 11-10-2011, 08:51 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,799
Posted By crzycpa
Were We Crazy...

The answer to the question:

Were we crazy for going on a 400 mile RT our first time pulling a trailer which we got the night before? Maybe a little, but if we hadn't gone we would have missed out...
Forum: On The Road... 11-09-2011, 03:25 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,799
Posted By crzycpa
Lisa, Those are fantastic pictures showing...

Lisa,

Those are fantastic pictures showing outstanding features of so many trailers, especially that 1955 Silver Streak. Hopefully next year we can all be in the same area; although, it was cool...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 11-07-2011, 03:30 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 5,952
Posted By crzycpa
Had a Great First TIme!!!

Thank you all for the wonderful hospitality shown to us first timers.

We picked up our '49 Trailwind from the restorer the day before the rally so this was the restored trailer's maiden voyage...
Forum: Our Community 11-06-2011, 05:16 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,438
Posted By crzycpa
Thanks for looking and your nice comments. The...

Thanks for looking and your nice comments. The closet is actually a good sized wardrobe. The toilet is located under the couch cushion next to the ice/box; no privacy but it's really more for...
Forum: Our Community 11-06-2011, 03:55 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,438
Posted By crzycpa
1949 Trailwind Restoration Completed

If you're interested please look at the 1950s Airstream Photos subforum for pictures of our 1949 fully restored 18 foot Trailwind which was completed last week. Original refurbished items include...
Forum: On The Road... 11-06-2011, 12:03 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,799
Posted By crzycpa
Well we arrived back save and sound from our 400...

Well we arrived back save and sound from our 400 mile round trip.
Thank you Skatiero (https://www.airforums.com/forums/members/skatiero-56718.html), Nuvite-F...
Forum: On The Road... 10-27-2011, 09:36 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,799
Posted By crzycpa
Well it's 8pm and we just got our "baby" home....

Well it's 8pm and we just got our "baby" home. She rode quite smoothly on the new axle. Hard to believe that in a about 12 hours we will be loading up and heading out. It's going to be a late...
Forum: On The Road... 10-26-2011, 08:51 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,799
Posted By crzycpa
Our First Trip...Are We Crazy?

It's Wednesday and the restorer is working late to install the new axle onto a fully restored 1949 Airstream 18ft Trailwind. This eight month project will be complete when my wife and I pick up the...
Forum: Forum Admin, News and Member Account Info 10-25-2011, 06:37 AM
Replies: 208
Views: 22,321
Posted By crzycpa
Now having used the new format for some time I, ...

Now having used the new format for some time I,
Love the new format
It's much easier to navigate
And appreciate all of the efforts to make this happen.
Thank you Janet and all
P.S. I also...
Forum: 1966 - 1968 Safari 10-03-2011, 10:13 PM
Replies: 205
Views: 37,766
Posted By crzycpa
Restoration Nearing Completion.

Jack,

Thanks again for the thought of the Route 66 theme, although it will only be used for curtains. The fabric should arrive on Wednesday and go in as curtains next week. They're finishing up on...
Forum: 1966 - 1968 Safari 10-01-2011, 04:34 PM
Replies: 205
Views: 37,766
Posted By crzycpa
Route 66 Decor

Hey Jack,

Sorry to hear your Safari time has been limited but completing the demo is quite an accomplishment. I admire you for taking on the project yourself.

Your planned use of Route 66...
Forum: Our Community 10-01-2011, 09:49 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,090
Posted By crzycpa
1949 Trailwind Restoration Nears Completion

If you're interested look at the 1950s Airstream Photos of our 1949 Trailwind nearing completion. It's been a seven month total redo from stem to stern. Nearly all of the vintage furniture/fixtures...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 09-30-2011, 12:34 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 989
Posted By crzycpa
1949 Trailwind Restoration Nears Completion

If you're interested look at the 1950s Airstream Photos of our 1949 Trailwind nearing completion. It's been a seven month total redo from stem to stern. Nearly all of the vintage furniture/fixtures...
Forum: Our Community 08-23-2011, 12:30 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,413
Posted By crzycpa
Trailer #2 Member Search Option Added, Thanks

Moderator Janet has added a trailer #2 member search option to the advanced member search.
Thank you Janet!
Forum: Forum Admin, News and Member Account Info 08-22-2011, 02:50 PM
Replies: 208
Views: 22,321
Posted By crzycpa
Thumbnail Pictures Working

Hi Janet, thanks for getting the thumbnail pictures working.
Previously the thumbnails included a count of views for each picture; any chance of getting that back?

Also I would really appreciate...
Forum: Forum Admin, News and Member Account Info 08-20-2011, 04:26 PM
Replies: 208
Views: 22,321
Posted By crzycpa
Found Member Search; Would Love Tralier #2 to be Added to Search

Found member search in the Quick Links.
Would love if a trailer #2 member search could be added like motor-home #2.
Forum: Forum Admin, News and Member Account Info 08-20-2011, 04:20 PM
Replies: 208
Views: 22,321
Posted By crzycpa
Problems with Gallery and Photos

-Not sure if this is just me but when I clicked on my gallery it return three pages of 21 copies of one random photo of mine and 3 of another.

-On the 1950s forum the photo I posted earlier with...
Forum: Airstream Registry Discussions 08-19-2011, 08:32 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 11,068
Posted By crzycpa
"The Airstream" :: 1949 Airstream Trailwind

"The Airstream" :: 1949 Airstream Trailwind (2011-04-19 15:09:38)
Forum: 1966 - 1968 Safari 07-08-2011, 12:03 PM
Replies: 205
Views: 37,766
Posted By crzycpa
Caswell's Trailer Sales

Hello Jack,
That's cool you might include some Route 66 decorating to reference your Safari's point of origin.

Just Google the address 950 w foothill blvd claremont from your Caswell's placard...
Forum: Our Community 07-06-2011, 09:12 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,413
Posted By crzycpa
Motorhome versus Trailer Member Search

Sorry if this has been asked before but why are there two motorhome drop-down searches and only one trailer search. I bet the number of members with two trailers far outnumbers the number of members...
Forum: 1966 - 1968 Safari 07-06-2011, 05:08 PM
Replies: 205
Views: 37,766
Posted By crzycpa
Hello Jack, Very nice vintage Airstream Safari!...

Hello Jack,
Very nice vintage Airstream Safari!
You noted that based on the placard the trailer was sold new in Claremont California on Foothill Blvd. FYI Foothill is part of the old US (route) 66....
Forum: Our Community 06-30-2011, 09:43 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,794
Posted By crzycpa
Thank you

Thank you Wasagachris and Kevin245 for instructions on how to add my own picture as my avitar.
The picture has been added.
Have a great day,
Tom
Forum: Our Community 06-30-2011, 09:17 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,794
Posted By crzycpa
How to Add Profile Picture?

I've been unable to find how to add a picture to my profile and am left with just a "?". I notice many other members lack a profile picture as well. Please direct me to where I can upload a profile...
Forum: Airstream History 05-15-2011, 10:31 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,860
Posted By crzycpa
Questioin Answered

On the community forum 66Overlander answered the 4000 serial number series question:


Quote:
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Forum: Our Community 05-01-2011, 07:17 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,505
Posted By crzycpa
1947-1951 or 1947-1959 Vintage Sub Group

Hi Joe,
Thank you for the wealth of information about Airstream's conversion from pipe frame to latter frame. Although there is not a clear cut-off for pipe frame Airstreams, pre-1952 would seem...
Forum: Our Community 04-30-2011, 11:26 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,505
Posted By crzycpa
Perhaps a Tube Frame Subgroup (1947-1952)

Hi Frank,
What do you think about a tube frame subgroup which would be pre-1953. Seems like this could fit your a '48 is not a'54 is not a '58 (I would argue that a '50 is not that different than a...
Forum: Airstream History 04-30-2011, 10:14 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,860
Posted By crzycpa
Smile 1940s Airstream s/n 4000s History/Name?

Was there a 1940s Airstream 4000s serial number series and if so does anyone know the name and/or history?
Also the 1949 21' Airstream at Shady Dell Trailer Park Arizona isn't a Liner but they don't...
Forum: Our Community 04-27-2011, 05:33 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,505
Posted By crzycpa
Justification for 1940s - 1950s Subforum

Although there are differences between years which are critical for a restorer there are also commonalities across the group. For example all Airstreams prior to 1952 had a tube frame which has...
Forum: Our Community 04-27-2011, 04:04 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,505
Posted By crzycpa
End Cap Panel Variations

Hi BradS,
End cap panels is another way to break down vintage Airstreams for a subforum.
I tend to think about vintage based on years of manufacture because it covers similar styles, interior and...
Forum: Our Community 04-27-2011, 02:10 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,505
Posted By crzycpa
Definition of Vintage Airstream

The word vintage means different things to different people. In terms of automobiles vintage is considered anyting 30 years and older which would mean prior to 1982.

For this sub-forum I'm...
Forum: Our Community 04-27-2011, 01:33 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,505
Posted By crzycpa
Early Airstreams

Hi Cameront120,
Thank you for your input and I'm glad you are able to enjoy the camaraderie of fellow Tradewind owners. From what I can see the Tradewind was manufactured from 1959 to at least 1979....
Forum: Trailwind 04-27-2011, 10:28 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,163
Posted By crzycpa
1940s-50s Sub-Forum Idea

Ben,
I posted your sub-forum idea for 1940s-50s Airstreams in the Community section to see if there might be some interest/support. Hopefully the thought will grab hold with enough folks. You also...
Forum: Our Community 04-27-2011, 10:16 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,505
Posted By crzycpa
1940s-50s Airstream Community Subforum Idea

The idea of having a sub group for vintage trailers could be quite compelling. Especially, for the 40's and 50's models that have very similar builds, problems, interests etc. This designation exists...
Forum: Our Community 04-23-2011, 04:21 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 970
Posted By crzycpa
Open Invitation to Airstream Trailwind Forum

I'm hoping there are a few trailwind owners or other early Airstream owners who would like to share info on the Trailwind sub-forum. The Trailwinds were manufactured in 1948 and 1949 but share...
Forum: Trailwind 04-23-2011, 03:51 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,163
Posted By crzycpa
Trailwind Trips

Hi Ben,
Going up the East Coast sounds great and being a civil war buff I'd enjoy seeing some of the battle sites. As far as our travels we'll probably start out in Souther California (or SoCal as...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 04-21-2011, 08:07 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,528
Posted By crzycpa
Thank you for your input and your point is well...

Thank you for your input and your point is well taken. We are planning to stay pretty true to the basic design maintining the original woodwork and sink/counter. We will replace the existing mattress...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 04-21-2011, 01:56 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,528
Posted By crzycpa
Thank you Melody Ranch and FC7039 for your input....

Thank you Melody Ranch and FC7039 for your input.
A picture of the frame is located at 1949 Trailwind View Of Frame - Photo Gallery...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 04-21-2011, 10:15 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,528
Posted By crzycpa
Tube Frame Debate

I have a 1949 Airstream Trailwind with a tube frame (the frame is actually in very good shape). The trailer is currently going through a total renovation which includes a new axel. I've read many...
Forum: Trailwind 04-20-2011, 12:31 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,163
Posted By crzycpa
Trailwind Chatter

Hi Ben,
Thanks for the directions to the trailwind section and moving our conversation over. Hopefully we'll be able to find some other Trailwind fans to expand the conversation. You may have...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 04-19-2011, 04:52 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,478
Posted By crzycpa
Pictures

I posted some pre-restoration pictures of the Trailwind while nestled in its resting place from 1970-2010. My registry post tells a little of the trailer history and the in-process restoration plans....
Forum: Trailwind 04-13-2011, 12:24 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,163
Posted By crzycpa
Trailwinds Rock!!!

It's great to hear you are using your Trailwind and making improvements as you go. Our airstream has been in the family for over 40 years and owned by my Canadian cousins for the 10 years before...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 04-13-2011, 10:56 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,478
Posted By crzycpa
Joined Group Today - 1949 Trailwind

Hello all,
Glad to hear there is a SoCal Airstream group. We have a 1949 18' Trailwind currently in restoration expected to be completed early June. Hope to participate in one of your upcoming...
Forum: Trailwind 04-12-2011, 03:26 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,163
Posted By crzycpa
1949 18' Trailwind

Your trailer's exterior looks exactly like my 1949 Trailwind #5060. I also believe the 49s have different windows than the 1948s. According to vintageairstream.com yours would be the first of the...
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