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Forum: 1950-1955 Flying Cloud 09-22-2008, 03:49 PM
Replies: 350
Views: 54,511
Posted By t.gray
Hi Steve, A joy looking over your thread -...

Hi Steve,

A joy looking over your thread - again congratulations - such a beautiful flying cloud. I never did figure out my door handle for my trailer - I use the dead bolt/key in place - which...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 02-22-2007, 02:46 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,569
Posted By t.gray
congrat's - really nice work (airstream and...

congrat's - really nice work (airstream and artwork) - what a great project.
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 02-14-2007, 08:18 PM
Replies: 527
Views: 102,740
Posted By t.gray
one more for ya - what a great project! 1953...

one more for ya - what a great project!
1953 flying cloud 21'
VIN 3009
Theresa Gray
Forum: 1950-1955 Flying Cloud 02-14-2007, 01:54 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 19,814
Posted By t.gray
Sometime ago I purchased a 1980 g-wagon from eBay...

Sometime ago I purchased a 1980 g-wagon from eBay to tow my flying cloud – finally placed the two together. Oh what a sight!
Never buy a car without looking it over first is what I whisper to myself...
Forum: 1950-1955 Flying Cloud 02-05-2007, 06:19 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 19,814
Posted By t.gray
Hi Carlos, Hope you're finding yourself warm...

Hi Carlos,
Hope you're finding yourself warm and starting up some good work in New York.
It's just crazy cold here - it's all pretty but too cold for me. Mostly spend my days in the airstream...
Forum: 1950-1955 Flying Cloud 02-05-2007, 08:19 AM
Replies: 123
Views: 19,814
Posted By t.gray
Well darn I arrive in New Mexico on the 28th of...

Well darn I arrive in New Mexico on the 28th of February - so no open house for me - thanks for the invite.
During a blizzard I moved into my airstream - well it's been tough. The coldest temps in...
Forum: 1950-1955 Flying Cloud 02-01-2007, 08:38 AM
Replies: 123
Views: 19,814
Posted By t.gray
Thanks Rick and Sandi for your positive feedback...

Thanks Rick and Sandi for your positive feedback - yes I'm moving along quickly all of a sudden - life changes.

As for the four corners rally sounds like a dream, Brad, but while in New Mexico I'm...
Forum: 1950-1955 Flying Cloud 01-30-2007, 02:22 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 19,814
Posted By t.gray
Hi Brad, Burning regular wood in the stove,...

Hi Brad,
Burning regular wood in the stove, mostly oak. Shut eye at 10 pm with a full stove... re-stocked the stove at 4 am - it was a bit chilly in the morning. Need to learn the stove - it was...
Forum: 1950-1955 Flying Cloud 01-30-2007, 08:44 AM
Replies: 123
Views: 19,814
Posted By t.gray
solid night

Ah...first night in the airstream and such a solid night of sleep. During my slumber 12" of snow fell and I awoke surprised...the airstream was cozy and warm. Lots of pics to show the last two...
Forum: On The Road... 01-26-2007, 07:54 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,087
Posted By t.gray
Hey thanks for the kind words- boy I do hope you...

Hey thanks for the kind words- boy I do hope you find a vintage model to work on – found it to be a fun challenge - yet with your skills...one can only imagine. I'm a process thinker so I find my...
Forum: On The Road... 01-23-2007, 08:27 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,087
Posted By t.gray
moving in

A few weeks from now I'm leaving my big life and moving into my 21' little home - the toughest so far has been deciding on which pair of beautiful boots to keep - cowboy boots, work boots, dress...
Forum: 1950-1955 Flying Cloud 01-20-2007, 08:10 AM
Replies: 123
Views: 19,814
Posted By t.gray
safety vent

I want to have an always open safety vent near the woodstove and I know the best is to drill into the stainless panel near the stove - I just can't drill into the stainless - too beautiful. Is it...
Forum: 1950-1955 Flying Cloud 01-19-2007, 09:31 AM
Replies: 123
Views: 19,814
Posted By t.gray
Yes it's cold..oh so cold here but a cold beer...

Yes it's cold..oh so cold here but a cold beer next to the woodstove sounds pleasant but not an icy beer. No refridgerator for now but this is the one I want for the future,...
Forum: 1950-1955 Flying Cloud 01-18-2007, 05:55 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 19,814
Posted By t.gray
Completely in love with my trailer - it was a...

Completely in love with my trailer - it was a great week. Woodstove is working and warming up the space - still a little work on the chimney but it's working and feels like a home. Worked on...
Forum: 1950-1955 Flying Cloud 01-13-2007, 09:23 AM
Replies: 123
Views: 19,814
Posted By t.gray
Ah…it’s a tiny stove are you sure it won’t fit –...

Ah…it’s a tiny stove are you sure it won’t fit – check out Carlos Ferguson’s thread when you get a chance he did a beautiful job installing the navigator little cod stove.
Forum: 1950-1955 Flying Cloud 01-12-2007, 03:21 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 19,814
Posted By t.gray
Removing the paint was a huge job and I just...

Removing the paint was a huge job and I just hated it - I used a powerful and toxic paint remover then attached a brass wire round brush to my drill and removed it in small sections - truly a better...
Forum: 1950-1955 Flying Cloud 01-12-2007, 02:52 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 19,814
Posted By t.gray
Jim- Thank you for your concern - promise to have...

Jim- Thank you for your concern - promise to have a Carbon Monoxide detector and also plan to install an always open safety vent next to the stove.
theresa
Forum: 1950-1955 Flying Cloud 01-12-2007, 12:24 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 19,814
Posted By t.gray
Progress....

Busy working away…here’s a few shots. New gaskets on all the windows - Front original light fixture back up and working – oh and how lovely. Only one set of cushions so far…finished the firebox...
Forum: 1960 - 1965 Safari 12-29-2006, 03:31 PM
Replies: 504
Views: 244,445
Posted By t.gray
just gosh darn lovely

just gosh darn lovely
Forum: 1950-1955 Flying Cloud 12-28-2006, 11:32 AM
Replies: 123
Views: 19,814
Posted By t.gray
Carlos, wow! Thanks; this is a tremendous...

Carlos, wow!

Thanks; this is a tremendous help! and, yes, I am installing solar and wish to use the inverter/converter/charger option described above. I'd like to get your recommendation (and...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 12-26-2006, 07:40 PM
Replies: 795
Views: 300,026
Posted By t.gray
I noticed the starting date and felt inspired yet...

I noticed the starting date and felt inspired yet - mine too has taken sometime but now I'd like to move in soon - so lots too do.
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 12-26-2006, 06:04 PM
Replies: 795
Views: 300,026
Posted By t.gray
jp, Just beautiful - love the work you're doing...

jp,
Just beautiful - love the work you're doing - feeling jealous and inspired - I look forward to watching your progress.
thanks
theresa
Forum: 1950-1955 Flying Cloud 12-26-2006, 03:59 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 19,814
Posted By t.gray
Wow Don - thanks...truly thanks great info. ...

Wow Don - thanks...truly thanks great info. Started the cushions and using a pewter grey cotton...stainless counters and just talked with a nice guy to make a tub to fit inside the booth...love the...
Forum: 1950-1955 Flying Cloud 12-26-2006, 09:01 AM
Replies: 123
Views: 19,814
Posted By t.gray
Lawrence my nieghbor offered help the other day...

Lawrence my nieghbor offered help the other day so I handed him the door knob that I had struggled with for months. Three hours later it was in and I bet he never offers his help again.
Looking for...
Forum: 1950-1955 Flying Cloud 12-22-2006, 11:54 AM
Replies: 123
Views: 19,814
Posted By t.gray
hey jp - 3" wood planks and the stain is walnut. ...

hey jp - 3" wood planks and the stain is walnut.
Happy Holidays.
Theresa
Forum: 1950-1955 Flying Cloud 12-21-2006, 08:39 AM
Replies: 123
Views: 19,814
Posted By t.gray
Jp, Three colors sounds perfect - I'm debating...

Jp, Three colors sounds perfect - I'm debating about using some of the original interior which would add a fourth color and also using a few old drawers which adds even more - pushing for a...
Forum: 1950-1955 Flying Cloud 12-20-2006, 03:51 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 19,814
Posted By t.gray
Finished the front seating today - tomorrow on to...

Finished the front seating today - tomorrow on to cushions which I'm better with a needle than a hammer. As for the table not sure what I want yet - found some beautiful old barn oak. What do you...
Forum: 1950-1955 Flying Cloud 12-20-2006, 07:18 AM
Replies: 123
Views: 19,814
Posted By t.gray
Thanks Roger for your kind words - yes the power...

Thanks Roger for your kind words - yes the power is working it was shorting out as you suggested - sure is nice to use the lights and shed the clamp lighting. Lately working on the front seating -...
Forum: 1960 - 1965 Safari 12-01-2006, 11:51 AM
Replies: 504
Views: 244,445
Posted By t.gray
Miami Art Fair

Carlos,
Your thread is an inspiration. Thank you for sharing your process and knowledge. Looking forward to seeing that beauty in Miami, Florida next weekend.

Hope you don't mind but I must...
Forum: 1950-1955 Flying Cloud 12-01-2006, 11:31 AM
Replies: 123
Views: 19,814
Posted By t.gray
The other alternative for me was bamboo - I think...

The other alternative for me was bamboo - I think it looks nice it's a renewable product and lighter than wood. But for me I chose reclaimed wood because of the price, the look and the feel. Bamboo...
Forum: 1950-1955 Flying Cloud 11-30-2006, 09:39 AM
Replies: 123
Views: 19,814
Posted By t.gray
The floor boards are regular flooring which I'm...

The floor boards are regular flooring which I'm not sure about the thickness maybe 1". My plan was to run them through a planer to pull some of the weight but I found myself too anxious and just...
Forum: 1950-1955 Flying Cloud 11-29-2006, 11:58 AM
Replies: 123
Views: 19,814
Posted By t.gray
For now I live in a log home and find it calming....

For now I live in a log home and find it calming. Hoping to recreate the same feel in my airstream for my move this Spring. I do love the wood floor - really do - it feels grounding and compliments...
Forum: 1950-1955 Flying Cloud 11-27-2006, 08:01 AM
Replies: 123
Views: 19,814
Posted By t.gray
Finished the floor and liking it – really warms...

Finished the floor and liking it – really warms the space. Starting on a place for the woodstove to set – I’ve built a couple of different tables, one with an old green drawer, one also a low ornate...
Forum: 1950-1955 Flying Cloud 11-08-2006, 02:47 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 19,814
Posted By t.gray
Ah...I feel much better - love the vintage look -...

Ah...I feel much better - love the vintage look - fine with me if some splitting happens. Although no plans for the road in my future just a short haul into the woods where I plan to spend the...
Forum: 1950-1955 Flying Cloud 11-08-2006, 06:57 AM
Replies: 123
Views: 19,814
Posted By t.gray
Well I did sand it a bit but yes, it's heavy. I...

Well I did sand it a bit but yes, it's heavy. I was planning to take the thickness down but truly got so excited to lay it that I skipped the planning process. So it's full thickness on top of the...
Forum: 1950-1955 Flying Cloud 11-07-2006, 06:41 AM
Replies: 123
Views: 19,814
Posted By t.gray
Simplify

Heading for a more simple life here - hauled everything out and put down a reclaimed wood floor. Feeling good with the turn out - the shot here is after sanding. Recently I stained it walnut which...
Forum: On The Road... 07-13-2006, 09:30 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 5,491
Posted By t.gray
I'm bummed not going this year - the trailer is...

I'm bummed not going this year - the trailer is not ready for the trip. So hopefully next year.
theresa
Forum: 1950-1955 Flying Cloud 06-13-2006, 08:21 AM
Replies: 123
Views: 19,814
Posted By t.gray
Ah Roger thanks I'm happy you like the changes. ...

Ah Roger thanks I'm happy you like the changes. A question for you: do you remember if the original wiring works? I plugged the trailer in once and blew out the garage - had a good laugh. But I'm...
Forum: 1950-1955 Flying Cloud 06-04-2006, 12:04 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 19,814
Posted By t.gray
Don, That's a beautiful door handle - thanks...

Don,
That's a beautiful door handle - thanks for the pictures - you've got a great project ahead of you.
theresa
Forum: 1950-1955 Flying Cloud 06-03-2006, 12:54 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 19,814
Posted By t.gray
Darn, Darn, I purchased this new months & months...

Darn, Darn, I purchased this new months & months ago - liked the look - well I'll keep my fingers crossed.
Forum: 1950-1955 Flying Cloud 06-03-2006, 09:05 AM
Replies: 123
Views: 19,814
Posted By t.gray
O.k. here's a few pictures - it seems simple but...

O.k. here's a few pictures - it seems simple but it just plain won't fit - any instructions available? It sure will be nice to have a working door handle and not to bungie cord it any longer....
Forum: 1950-1955 Flying Cloud 06-02-2006, 12:41 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 19,814
Posted By t.gray
Yes my lamp is originally silver - as for the...

Yes my lamp is originally silver - as for the doorknob I'll post a picture - maybe I need to cut a larger hole for it to fit - but tonight after my work day is finished I'll take a picture and post...
Forum: 1950-1955 Flying Cloud 06-02-2006, 09:08 AM
Replies: 123
Views: 19,814
Posted By t.gray
A few updated photos - one is of the bed I built...

A few updated photos - one is of the bed I built a few weeks ago but not good for resting yet - needs foam and lots of pillows. Tried to leave some original pieces - actually as much as possible -...
Forum: 1950-1955 Flying Cloud 06-01-2006, 01:22 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 19,814
Posted By t.gray
Don, Well it changes often but this is what I'm...

Don,
Well it changes often but this is what I'm planning for now - just need to build the desk and bench and order the stove.
Theresa
Forum: 1950-1955 Flying Cloud 05-28-2006, 12:44 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 19,814
Posted By t.gray
Congrat's - I've been slowing down over here...

Congrat's - I've been slowing down over here enjoying the warm sun but I'll post more pictures soon. Now I believe you've restored a few airstreams if I remember correctly - and quite nicely too. ...
Forum: 1950-1955 Flying Cloud 05-11-2006, 12:26 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 19,814
Posted By t.gray
Greetings Patti, Yes you do understand -...

Greetings Patti,
Yes you do understand - moments when I think about placing a for sale sign on my trailer and investing in an outdoor hot tub instead. But I love sitting inside my airstream and...
Forum: 1950-1955 Flying Cloud 05-10-2006, 10:11 AM
Replies: 123
Views: 19,814
Posted By t.gray
Dents Almost Perfect

Had a good couple of days to work on my airstream - what a joy! Made it on the roof to fix the awful dents - not a perfect job but not too bad. I placed a stick under and pounded out as much of the...
Forum: Member Introductions 04-27-2006, 03:23 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,211
Posted By t.gray
Wow - sounds like a great life - love to see...

Wow - sounds like a great life - love to see pictures of your art - do you make work in your airstream?
I was hoping to visit New Mexico - just north of you to paint but my airstream is not quite...
Forum: On The Road... 04-24-2006, 10:28 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 5,491
Posted By t.gray
Inspiration and Burning Man

Thanks for the info - I'm for sure attending along with a great artist friend. Thought I'd share my inspiration for wanting to attend Burning Man. It all began last August while traveling I...
Forum: On The Road... 04-17-2006, 07:45 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 5,491
Posted By t.gray
Burningman 2006

Hey, Any airstreaming folks attending burningman this year? It will be my first time and thinking about hauling my 1953 flying cloud. I'd like to join the burnstream camp how do I go about it.?...
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