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Forum: WBCCI Rallies & Events 08-20-2013, 11:50 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,630
Posted By ccbrand
Will there be any rallys for those of us out West?

Will there be any rallys for those of us out West?
Forum: WBCCI Rallies & Events 08-20-2013, 11:46 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 7,320
Posted By ccbrand
Hello, I am very interested in joining the...

Hello,
I am very interested in joining the Australian arm of WBCCI, how do I go about doing that? I am just now shipping my '74 Argosy(which as far as I can tell is the only one in Australia!) I...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 02-04-2013, 10:19 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,318
Posted By ccbrand
Thanks! I am beyond excited! The paint job is...

Thanks! I am beyond excited! The paint job is scheduled to be finished by the end of next week. I found a paint job here on the forums that I absolutely fell in love with.
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 02-04-2013, 09:18 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 19,582
Posted By ccbrand
Love it! That paint job looks amazing! I really...

Love it! That paint job looks amazing! I really might have to do something very similar. :D
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 02-04-2013, 09:06 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,318
Posted By ccbrand
Talking Finally, some pictures! These are of the door:...

Finally, some pictures! These are of the door: the framing where it was removed, and the new door on the opposite side.
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 01-08-2013, 01:24 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,318
Posted By ccbrand
Well, after a bit of a break :blush: work is...

Well, after a bit of a break :blush: work is beginning on my Argosy... I had some serious family medical issues...life happens, right?

I needed to prioritize the work needed into what can wait,...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 06-03-2012, 02:34 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,318
Posted By ccbrand
The very nice sellers of my Argosy towed it from...

The very nice sellers of my Argosy towed it from Arizona to the RV shop, it arrived Friday. Now the fun begins!
The most important mod will be moving the door to the other side. New axles, probably...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 06-02-2012, 08:04 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,045
Posted By ccbrand
There's obviously some work to be done, but at...

There's obviously some work to be done, but at that price how can you go wrong?
Did you bring it home?
Forum: Global 'streaming 05-29-2012, 11:23 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 9,541
Posted By ccbrand
I can help you out a bit. First you'd have to get...

I can help you out a bit. First you'd have to get import approval from the DOT here to ship it. Then it needs to be registered to be legal on the road - depending on which state you'd be registering...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 05-27-2012, 09:49 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 15,220
Posted By ccbrand
Happy to know the Range Rover is working out for...

Happy to know the Range Rover is working out for you- it takes a bit of a bashing on the forums. My tow vehicle is a Land Rover Defender 90. While it's not nearly as posh as your Range Rover, it also...
Forum: General Repair Forum 05-26-2012, 08:20 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,297
Posted By ccbrand
Gaskets for the windows and door, that's...

Gaskets for the windows and door, that's good,thanks! I'm having new axles fitted before it ships, and down the road new Duratorques are available here.
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 05-26-2012, 07:45 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,318
Posted By ccbrand
Voltage here is 240v, so yes it's different from...

Voltage here is 240v, so yes it's different from the US. There will be a combination of rewiring with multi strand wiring for all 240v circuits, and a 7500watt step down transformer. To be street...
Forum: Airstream Registry Discussions 05-26-2012, 02:52 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 504
Posted By ccbrand
1976 Airstream Argosy

2012 Airstream (2012-05-26 03:52:18)
Forum: Member Introductions 05-26-2012, 01:40 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 629
Posted By ccbrand
Just wanted to update this, and say that I found...

Just wanted to update this, and say that I found my perfect Airstream:clap:

I have a thread going in the Argosy forum that I will keep updated as it makes it way to Australia.
Forum: Global 'streaming 05-26-2012, 12:12 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 9,541
Posted By ccbrand
I have to say I agree with you on moving the...

I have to say I agree with you on moving the door. For practical reasons if nothing else. Also, I don't want to give the insurance company any reason not to pay out on a claim - and I just know they...
Forum: Forum Admin, News and Member Account Info 05-26-2012, 12:01 AM
Replies: 1,479
Views: 548,154
Posted By ccbrand
Just sent in my donation. It really is the least...

Just sent in my donation. It really is the least I could do to give back for all the help and info I've received here. I'll post a pic when my Airstream arrives.
Forum: General Repair Forum 05-25-2012, 11:01 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,297
Posted By ccbrand
Nevermind, I answered my own question here by...

Nevermind, I answered my own question here by searching the forums. As I suspected, Alclad is definitely available here.
Forum: General Repair Forum 05-25-2012, 10:25 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,297
Posted By ccbrand
Interesting...so what grade of aluminum would I...

Interesting...so what grade of aluminum would I need for the Argosy? I may be able to source that here. We don't have much manufacturing, but mining and metals we definitely do have.
Forum: General Repair Forum 05-25-2012, 08:21 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,297
Posted By ccbrand
The big ticket items I can replace quite easily,...

The big ticket items I can replace quite easily, it's the small stuff (like nuts and bolts in inch sizes) that I can't get here. Excellent suggestion about Vintage Trailer Supply, thanks!
Forum: General Repair Forum 05-25-2012, 08:16 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,297
Posted By ccbrand
Excellent! Thank you so much. I suppose I also...

Excellent! Thank you so much. I suppose I also need a riveting tool with the rivets. And I suppose there's no getting around the fact that I need spare panoramic windows - they'd be impossible to...
Forum: General Repair Forum 05-25-2012, 07:40 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,297
Posted By ccbrand
Need suggestions on spare parts- HELP!

I hope this is the right forum for my question.

I'm in the process of shipping my Airstream to Australia. Thanks to one of the forum members, I discovered I can put some spare parts in the trailer...
Forum: General Repair Forum 05-25-2012, 07:27 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,962
Posted By ccbrand
Hey! I resemble that remark:lol: So now that I...

Hey! I resemble that remark:lol:
So now that I own an Airstream and a Landy, I guess I'm going to be really expert at spotting leaks. Can I use Vulkem on the Landy? :lol:
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 05-25-2012, 07:11 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,318
Posted By ccbrand
Just to update: I went back to the shipper, and I...

Just to update: I went back to the shipper, and I also placed a call to AUS Customs. DKB_SATX was absolutely correct, I can ship spare parts inside the trailer, no problem.
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 05-24-2012, 10:14 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,318
Posted By ccbrand
Oh thanks for that, it's good to know...now I...

Oh thanks for that, it's good to know...now I guess I need to start stockpiling spare parts.
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 05-24-2012, 09:54 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,318
Posted By ccbrand
I've been told that if personal items are inside,...

I've been told that if personal items are inside, the trailer won't be accepted for loading...but from what you say, it might pay for me to dig a little deeper, and ask some more questions. I really...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 05-24-2012, 05:45 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,318
Posted By ccbrand
I will post photos of course! I'll update this...

I will post photos of course! I'll update this thread with pics as we go.

It's being shipped on the deck. In looking at options for protecting it from the elements, I was thinking of...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 05-24-2012, 08:41 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,318
Posted By ccbrand
Thank you, I think it's pretty sharp,too. :p I...

Thank you, I think it's pretty sharp,too. :p I agree with you about the bare aluminum frames, I like the look versus painted frames.
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 05-24-2012, 07:17 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,318
Posted By ccbrand
Thanks, wait until I'm done decorating it, it...

Thanks, wait until I'm done decorating it, it will be so much more vibrant - very 70's;) Oh, buying it was just the first step. :lol: I'm having all the work done before it ships - I wouldn't trust...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 05-24-2012, 04:30 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,318
Posted By ccbrand
Thank you! And thanks for the welcome :)

Thank you! And thanks for the welcome :)
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 05-24-2012, 03:58 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,318
Posted By ccbrand
Well, money has changed hands, and the Argosy is...

Well, money has changed hands, and the Argosy is OFFICIALLY mine...can you tell I'm excited :D
Thanks to DKB_SATX for the manual, it was very helpful...but you're right, TOTALLY not worth $48:)
I...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 05-20-2012, 08:51 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,318
Posted By ccbrand
That would be so great, thank you! I love this...

That would be so great, thank you! I love this place, I'm constantly amazed how giving and helpful everyone is:flowers:
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 05-20-2012, 08:10 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 20,013
Posted By ccbrand
I found a thread discussing this problem...seems...

I found a thread discussing this problem...seems someone did fit Lexan to the panoramic window. Maybe you could send a message, see how he did it?
The thread is here....
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 05-20-2012, 07:49 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 20,013
Posted By ccbrand
I don't have anything helpful to add, just wanted...

I don't have anything helpful to add, just wanted to say congrats on your Argosy!
Sorry to be Debbie Downer, but I've not come across anyone on here replacing the pano with Lexan. The windows...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 05-20-2012, 07:43 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,318
Posted By ccbrand
Found my Argosy!! '76 22 ft

Well, the search is over, I found my Argosy! Thank you to all the so helpful people here. It's a 76 22 footer, and it's California made, just like me:p
It's got a front gaucho, and L-shaped...
Forum: Trailer Values 05-15-2012, 11:01 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,009
Posted By ccbrand
Oh, well done! Congratulations on your new...

Oh, well done! Congratulations on your new Argosy! I can only imagine how excited you are.
Forum: Trailer Values 05-15-2012, 10:57 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,437
Posted By ccbrand
For what it's worth to you, I'm pleased you went...

For what it's worth to you, I'm pleased you went for it. I'm looking forward to the saga of it's restoration!
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 05-15-2012, 10:50 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,218
Posted By ccbrand
Congrats on your new Argosy. You definitely have...

Congrats on your new Argosy. You definitely have your work cut out for you!
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 05-12-2012, 06:29 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,013
Posted By ccbrand
Thank you so much, that's exactly what I was...

Thank you so much, that's exactly what I was looking for.
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 05-12-2012, 04:40 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,013
Posted By ccbrand
Thank you. I know the Argosy measures 7'6", is...

Thank you. I know the Argosy measures 7'6", is that interior measurement or exterior? Has anyone actually measured the exterior of one?
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 05-12-2012, 02:58 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,013
Posted By ccbrand
Measurements?

Hello all,
does anyone know the exterior width of an Argosy? I'm wondering if I need to widen my driveway.
Thanks!
Forum: Solo Streamers 05-06-2012, 11:12 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 10,946
Posted By ccbrand
Really happy to hear that you've decided to go...

Really happy to hear that you've decided to go for it! I'm also a widow, looking for my perfect Argosy 24 to hit the road with. I'll be out for 3-4 months at a time, with my faithful German Shepherd,...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 05-01-2012, 12:36 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,243
Posted By ccbrand
oh, so close...thanks anyway!

oh, so close...thanks anyway!
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 04-30-2012, 11:03 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,243
Posted By ccbrand
Argosy rear overhang? Anyone know?

I'm asking all the Argosy experts for help once again. Can anyone tell me what the rear overhang(distance from axle to rear bumper) is for a rear door
Argosy 24?
Assuming a miracle happens and I...
Forum: Trailer Values 04-30-2012, 03:36 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,575
Posted By ccbrand
Just wanted to update, I've let this one go by....

Just wanted to update, I've let this one go by. Just not quite right for me. But, I'm still looking if anyone comes across an Argosy 24 in good condition. Thanks again!
Forum: Trailer Values 04-27-2012, 09:59 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,575
Posted By ccbrand
Wow, thank you all so much! Kevin, a very...

Wow, thank you all so much! Kevin, a very detailed reply, thank you so much for taking the time. The point made about upgrades having different value to different people was spot on. There are some...
Forum: Trailer Values 04-27-2012, 09:39 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,575
Posted By ccbrand
Question Help with pricing a '73 Argosy

Hi, I need the collective wisdom on the forum. I'm looking at a '73 Argosy 24, the seller is asking $7500. I hope it's ok to post the link: Argosy - Airstream Trailer Classifieds - Airstreams...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 04-23-2012, 04:40 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,114
Posted By ccbrand
Oh, how exciting! That is one rare Airstream...

Oh, how exciting! That is one rare Airstream you've got there. It's exactly the one I've settled on, now the trick is finding one from the other side of the world :rolleyes:
Please post lots of...
Forum: Dollars & Cents 04-23-2012, 03:42 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,184
Posted By ccbrand
I hope it's ok to revive this old thread :blush: ...

I hope it's ok to revive this old thread :blush: to say all this info is exactly what I'm looking for. :flowers: I'm in Australia, and will need to have all the remodeling done in the US, on...
Forum: Global 'streaming 04-19-2012, 02:26 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 9,541
Posted By ccbrand
That would be brilliant! Thank you!

That would be brilliant! Thank you!
Forum: Global 'streaming 04-17-2012, 12:19 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 9,541
Posted By ccbrand
This is so helpful, thank you! I was trying to...

This is so helpful, thank you! I was trying to get an answer from DOT about whether or not having the door on the right hand side would keep me from being able to register my caravan when it gets...
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