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Forum: Member Introductions 03-01-2009, 01:22 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 802
Posted By OreExcella
Welcome to a new member in Oregon!

Ed and Leah from California have just relocated to the Roseburg, Oregon area. Ed's folks own a farm there. They have purchased an Airstream.

They were part of a report of the current world...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 07-23-2008, 10:48 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,148
Posted By OreExcella
2air - you're always welcome on the Oregon Coast

Good to know you're thinking us on here on 'the edge of the country!"

If you need anything checked locally, let me know. PM with other contact info will follow.

jim
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 05-31-2008, 12:05 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,109
Posted By OreExcella
Thanks for the memories! We bought a 1978...

Thanks for the memories!
We bought a 1978 Argosy Minuet (6-Metre) when it was less than a year old, and towed it for 23 years. We sold it when we found our current coach. The fellow that bought it...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 09-28-2007, 12:22 AM
Replies: 415
Views: 40,590
Posted By OreExcella
Maybe the raccoons didn't get the Email...

...about the change in dates!!

Had a friend over this evening to get the BBQ loaded into the truck. Will be out tomorrow to set it up.

Looking forward to seeing everybody.

jim
Forum: Off Topic Forum 09-13-2007, 12:30 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,250
Posted By OreExcella
Art Rouse, 1917 - 2007

I just learned of the passing of the founder of Trailer Life magazine, Art Rouse.

He was also deeply involved in the Good Sam Club.

I met Art in the mid-1970's. In those days, he was pulling...
Forum: Member Introductions 04-04-2007, 12:05 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,126
Posted By OreExcella
Hi Bruce, Welcome to the forums, and to the...

Hi Bruce,
Welcome to the forums, and to the Airstream family!

Lots of opportunities in the area, as 2air mentioned above.

Next week, there's a Buddy Rally for Airstreamers, and their...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 02-26-2007, 10:22 PM
Replies: 133
Views: 12,164
Posted By OreExcella
The last Airstream left Newport at High Noon

Saw Don & Claudia topping off the fuel tank (and checking all fluid levels!) in Newport today. It was great to talk with them for a few minutes before they headed down Highway 101, to miss the...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 02-11-2007, 11:37 AM
Replies: 133
Views: 12,164
Posted By OreExcella
Claudia, We have high-speed access at our...

Claudia,

We have high-speed access at our office, and we are on the shuttle bus route. You're more than welcome to stop by.

jim
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 01-13-2007, 04:59 PM
Replies: 133
Views: 12,164
Posted By OreExcella
Just in from the National Weather Service...

Here's the afternoon weather at the Newport airport (about a mile south of South Beach State Park).

Newport, Newport Municipal Airport
Last Update on 13 Jan 15:30 PST

Overcast 36°F (2°C)
...
Forum: Member Introductions 12-25-2006, 09:14 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,049
Posted By OreExcella
Bill, Merry Christmas and welcome to the...

Bill,
Merry Christmas and welcome to the forums.

When you're in the Olympia area, stop by the WBCCI Land Yacht Harbor at Lacey - they usually have some units posted on the bulletin board, and...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 11-06-2006, 11:57 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 13,859
Posted By OreExcella
Don't make your Airstream a teeter-totter

I have to agree with azflycaster:
Don't try to take the weight off the tongue by adding it to the back. I produce a home show for the local homebuilder's association. When we were wrapping up one...
Forum: Fun & Games 11-05-2006, 09:28 AM
Replies: 1,621
Views: 141,317
Posted By OreExcella
"Gosh Toto, I don't think we're in Beverly Beach anymore

2air,

Are you sure you stayed within the speed limits this week?!?

Your spot in Arizona looks interesting. I've never spent much time in astronomy, but this looks like a place to learn a lot....
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 10-30-2006, 07:45 AM
Replies: 212
Views: 20,734
Posted By OreExcella
What a Great Weekend!!!

WOW - Hope everyone had a great time.

Got the BBQ home about 1 pm, then returned for the A/S.

BTW, some people just couldn't let go...Janet and Gary, 2air, Jim & Cheryl, and (I think)...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 10-25-2006, 11:21 PM
Replies: 212
Views: 20,734
Posted By OreExcella
Ready, Set. GO!

Topped off the propane in the A/S and in the BBQ tonight.

I'll be out with the A/S tomorrow afternoon, and will swing by the house on Friday to pickup the BBQ.

We won't be out to the site for...
Forum: The Pet Forum 10-23-2006, 09:20 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 5,123
Posted By OreExcella
Gee, our two cats were really looking forward to...

Gee, our two cats were really looking forward to meeting them at the Beverly Beach Bash this weekend! Oh well. See you when you get here.

jim
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 10-18-2006, 08:11 AM
Replies: 212
Views: 20,734
Posted By OreExcella
Jim - -

My crystal ball can't see that far out...

Yes, I know it's still one more week...I meant to say IF it were this weekend, we'd use the tarps for shade!

Whatever the weather, I know we'll have...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 10-17-2006, 10:56 PM
Replies: 212
Views: 20,734
Posted By OreExcella
Tarps - we got 'em!

I have a friend with a lot of tarps -- we had them last year at BB II but didn't need them.

We'll be setting up on Thursday afternoon.

BTW - the forecast for this Saturday is Sunny and...
Forum: On The Road... 09-17-2006, 11:55 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,210
Posted By OreExcella
Wow, I got exhausted just reading your activities!

Hi Dave & Stef - sounds like you had a great weekend.

It's always the simplest things that tend to stump us isn't it?

We made a trip from Newport to Lincoln City today, driving by Beverly...
Forum: Fun & Games 09-09-2006, 08:57 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 6,234
Posted By OreExcella
At the risk of getting "here's my sign"...

Shari,

Does that mean it's OK in Kansas to have people in your trailer as long as there are at least 15 of them?:brows: :brows:

jim
Forum: The Pet Forum 09-06-2006, 12:14 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 5,123
Posted By OreExcella
Be sure to bring them to Beverly Beach!

Our two cats were there last year, and they'll be joining us again this year.

I like Shari's advice; both of our 'boys' wear their harnesses any time while they're traveling or outside the...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 09-05-2006, 11:58 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,591
Posted By OreExcella
I saw it there aboout two weeks ago...

...but I was late leaving Florence on an appointment, and didn't get to look it over.

I think the owners of the consignment lot have been there since the business started. Several years ago, we...
Forum: On The Road... 09-04-2006, 08:51 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,996
Posted By OreExcella
Make a list (check it at least twice)

Great ideas in the thread.

When we have a firm schedule for a trip (this weekend was to the Land Yacht Harbor operated by Washington unit 112), we print our grid out of the computer and it goes...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 08-27-2006, 01:32 PM
Replies: 212
Views: 20,734
Posted By OreExcella
Thumbs up An Airstreamer is always prepared...

We should always keep an extra roll of aluminum foil on board...in case they're ready to "transition"!:lol:
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 08-26-2006, 10:06 PM
Replies: 212
Views: 20,734
Posted By OreExcella
61 days and counting!

Hi Janet,
We'll search out some fresh fruit for the Sunday morning breakfast.

I'll bring the big BBQ again (maybe the small one too as the group is continuing to grow).

Oh - I'll also get...
Forum: The Pet Forum 08-10-2006, 06:35 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 15,332
Posted By OreExcella
We're wishing and hoping...

Stef,

Our thoughts are with you and Dave.

We have two cats that travel with us; on the road they're quiet and stay inside the trailer at campsites, except when we take them out.

At home,...
Forum: Member Introductions 08-09-2006, 06:24 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,005
Posted By OreExcella
Welcome to the Forum!!

Glad to have you join the family.

We love to get up to your area - made the trip several times.

Ask away on your questions; there's lots of experience from the members.

jim
Forum: Member Introductions 07-30-2006, 10:54 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,609
Posted By OreExcella
Nice to see a post from Kelowna...one of our...

Nice to see a post from Kelowna...one of our favorite places to visit.

Check the classifieds regularly here on the forum. Also lots of newspaper classifieds are accessible via the web; that's how...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 07-28-2006, 06:22 PM
Replies: 212
Views: 20,734
Posted By OreExcella
From CampCollector's Laws of Nature:

Better wood = Less WG ?!?! :brows:
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 07-27-2006, 11:37 PM
Replies: 212
Views: 20,734
Posted By OreExcella
Janet, The BBQ will be ready, and so will we. ...

Janet,
The BBQ will be ready, and so will we.
Let's try G-18.

At this rate, we could be sold out in 48 hours!!!

jim & karen
Forum: Member Introductions 07-22-2006, 10:09 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,829
Posted By OreExcella
Welcome to the forums!

We've made "many a trip" to Kelowna, and enjoyed every one of them. Is the Lakeside RV Park still there on Cook Road? I was recommending some campgrounds to 3ms75argosy...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 07-22-2006, 09:46 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,557
Posted By OreExcella
This Just In From Beverly Beach...

:brows:
High today was 68 degrees under fair skies. Just thought you like to know.
Forum: On The Road... 07-21-2006, 11:34 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,417
Posted By OreExcella
Hey Marc! This part of BC is one of our...

Hey Marc!

This part of BC is one of our favorite areas!

Here's a link for BC highway maps https://www.hellobc.com/en-CA/TransportationMaps/Maps/BritishColumbia.htm?S=N

We usually go...
Forum: Travel Beyond US/Canada 07-21-2006, 06:12 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 4,670
Posted By OreExcella
Noticed that Airstream too - it was a fast pan by...

Noticed that Airstream too - it was a fast pan by it.

Bob - There was an interesting part of yesterday's broadcast...where the announcers thought they were on break, but the video and microphones...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 07-20-2006, 11:27 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,261
Posted By OreExcella
A very interesting observation Greg. I...

A very interesting observation Greg.

I think the posting activity/involvement of the newest AS owners/forums members makes them stand out in the poll. They're on a quest for knowledge about...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 07-20-2006, 10:49 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 9,940
Posted By OreExcella
It's on my calendar - The BBQ will be ready. ...

It's on my calendar - The BBQ will be ready.

BTW, while you were posting, we were inviting new Airstream owners to the BB getaway. They just brought home a '70 23-footer. She's been reading the...
Forum: Airstream "In the News" 07-19-2006, 11:33 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,428
Posted By OreExcella
Thanks for posting the show...it was fun to watch...

Thanks for posting the show...it was fun to watch

jim
Forum: Tow Vehicles 07-16-2006, 04:11 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,656
Posted By OreExcella
Sometimes the badging is different, sometimes it...

Sometimes the badging is different, sometimes it not!
After looking for the right model and configuration for our tow vehicle, we finally opted to just order it from the Chevrolet dealer.
When it...
Forum: WBCCI Forum 07-16-2006, 02:03 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,398
Posted By OreExcella
The 2003 Directory also showed the number...

The 2003 Directory also showed the number assigned to Art and Susan.
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 07-14-2006, 11:09 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 9,940
Posted By OreExcella
I don't need to click... for the daily smile -...

I don't need to click...
for the daily smile - your post made me smile!!

Hope everybody enjoys the weekend.

jim & karen
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 07-08-2006, 10:30 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 9,940
Posted By OreExcella
Solar Panel for Battery Charging

I can send our portable solar panel with Campcollector if it would help. It's about 1' X 2', and has a cord/socket that you connect to your trailer's 7-way plug. A few hours at each site with the sun...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 07-08-2006, 09:57 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 9,940
Posted By OreExcella
Unfortunately... We fall into the "ones who...

Unfortunately...
We fall into the "ones who can't make it.

Too many things for us to get away much this time of year.

But - let me know what you need for Beverly Beach this fall.

jim
Forum: WBCCI Forum 07-08-2006, 09:43 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,615
Posted By OreExcella
Congratulations on your Airstream! Hope you...

Congratulations on your Airstream!

Hope you enjoy it as much as we do. We were in Washington last week, and spent several days at the Washington Unit Land Yacht Harbor.

We have been members...
Forum: On The Road... 07-04-2006, 09:34 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,987
Posted By OreExcella
On the south side...

(503) 682-7829
Pheasant Ridge RV Park 8275 SW Ellingsen
Wilsonville, OR 97070

This one is south of downtown; stayed overnight a couple of times...park is about 7-8 years old. Not sure about...
Forum: On The Road... 07-04-2006, 08:59 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,987
Posted By OreExcella
Jantzen Beach RV Park

Jantzen Beach RV Park 1503 N Hayden Island Dr
Portland, OR 97217 - 8285
(503) 289-7626

We rented a space there for a month last year when we worked on the National Figure Skating Championships....
Forum: Trailer Values 06-23-2006, 04:56 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,501
Posted By OreExcella
George M Sutton RV is my vote. Combining a...

George M Sutton RV is my vote.
Combining a pleasant and knowledgeable staff with a desire to serve, I've been treated well there.
Ordered a replacement part earlier this week; it was not a common...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 05-20-2006, 10:07 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,421
Posted By OreExcella
I think the correct link is ...

I think the correct link is
https://www.lifelinebatteries.com/
...although the medical site might have some interesting info too...

jim
Forum: Member Introductions 04-02-2006, 10:15 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,498
Posted By OreExcella
Most of the people on this forum started out just like you!

Welcome to the forums and to airstream.

I'm sure you'll get lots of responses, and help.

Your son is right...a checklist is a good idea. We print one out in preparation for a trip. Then, as...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 02-25-2006, 12:23 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 11,369
Posted By OreExcella
Hi to all of you in Newport this weekend! ...

Hi to all of you in Newport this weekend!

Both Karen and I have battled a cold this week (she's still in bed today as I write this), and we don't want you to take the bug home with you.

Hope...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 02-17-2006, 07:37 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 11,369
Posted By OreExcella
It's been a beautiful afternoon in the neightborhood

I just returned from some appointments up in Tillamook County. A beautiful sunset, even though it's cold this weekend. Long-range forecast for next weekend is a little warmer in the daytime, and...
Forum: WBCCI Forum 02-12-2006, 11:21 AM
Replies: 106
Views: 10,914
Posted By OreExcella
Well said Stephanie! jim

Well said Stephanie!

jim
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