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01-10-2005, 02:14 PM
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2 Rivet Member
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airstream spec range list?
what does theairstream spec sheet start at ? im new to these trailers and im buying an ambassador , what is the difference between a international , globetrotter trade wind or excella ect? how does a ambassador rate in the list? cheers
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01-10-2005, 03:10 PM
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2007 25' Safari FB SE
1958 22' Flying Cloud
1974 29' Ambassador
Yucca Valley
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Join Date: Jun 2002
Location: 1963 26' Overlander
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Quote:
Originally Posted by the welshman
what does theairstream spec sheet start at ? im new to these trailers and im buying an ambassador , what is the difference between a international , globetrotter trade wind or excella ect? how does a ambassador rate in the list? cheers
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Greetings Welshman
You might give us a bit more information, like year etc. to get more feedback.
But, depending on the year, the sizes started at about 15ft, and went to 34feet.
The Ambassador is considered a big trailer, with 28 or 29 feet, depending on the Year. This is measured from tongue tip to bumper end, and is approximate.
"International" designates a trim and option level. This was more important in the 60's trailers, as they had actual differences in functionality. In 70's trailers, it's mostly visual, and trim etc, and often loaded with more options than the simpler "Land Yacht" models.
Basically, Airstream has attached names to their different size trailers.
A good overview is here: http://www.vintageairstream.com/archives/index.html
Another one is here: http://www.insideout-design.net/maxwell/
click on links and features, to see how the time line evolved to 1979
Welcome to the forums!
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01-10-2005, 03:40 PM
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Rivet Master
1956 22' Safari
2015 27' Flying Cloud
Vintage Kin Owner
Conifer/Evergreen
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I think the second link Uwe is refering to is more specifically:
Vintage Airstream Features
Good luck on your fact finding ~
Shari
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01-10-2005, 03:55 PM
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Rivet Master
Lisle
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Tedd Ill
AIR#3788 TAC IL-10
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01-10-2005, 04:13 PM
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Moderator Emeritus
1964 26' Overlander
1978 Argosy Minuet 6.0 Metre
Anna
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Join Date: Sep 2002
Posts: 5,718
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airstream spec range list?
Greetings welshman!
Welcome to the Forums and the world of Airstreaming!
Quote:
Originally Posted by the welshman
what does theairstream spec sheet start at ? im new to these trailers and im buying an ambassador , what is the difference between a international , globetrotter trade wind or excella ect? how does a ambassador rate in the list? cheers
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Another resource that you might like to check, particularly if you are cosidering purchasing a coach is the Airstream Weights and Measures page. The page provides the empty weights, hitch weights, and ball heights for most Vintages of Airstream coaches. The one point to keep in mind in when perusing the table is that the weights are empty weights and do not include any options, fluids (water/LP, etc.), nor personal possessions. As an example, my '64 Overlander is listed as having an empty weight of 3,930 pounds with an empty hitch weight of 405 - - the actual empty weight (with optional equipment) is 4,440 pounds with an empty hitch weight of 515 pounds; while typical gross traveling weight approaches 6,100 pounds with a hitch weight of 750 pounds.
Good luck with your research!
Kevin
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WBCCI (Lifetime Member)/VAC #7864
AIR #827
1964 Overlander International
1978 Argosy Minuet 6.0 Metre
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01-10-2005, 04:37 PM
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Rivet Master
2005 22' International CCD
Buckhorn
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Just a bit off topic....are you really a Welsh Man?
If so what part of Wales are you or relative from.
My family is in Cardiff, Anglesy and Rose-On-Sea
Congrats on your soon to be purchase.
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01-10-2005, 06:03 PM
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Rivet Master
1995 30' Limited
Ashland
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On topic of your off-topic, GT: names to spin a dream. . .Anglesy, Rose-on-Sea. This must be why I think I'd love to visit Wales, Ireland, Scotland, England. . .the names. Do you suppose the places are as lovely as the images their names suggest? Have you been there?
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1995 Airstream Classic Limited 30' ~ Gypsy
1978 Argosy Minuet, 6.0~Minnie/GPZWGN
Chev Silverado 2500HD Duramax/Allison, 4X4, Crew Cab
WBCCI #5013 AIR #2908
WDCU
Go, Mizzou...Tigers on the prowl!
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01-10-2005, 06:09 PM
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Rivet Master
Lisle
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His profile says;
Bristol in North Somerset, England.
For what it is worth.
My wife is part Welsh to.
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Tedd Ill
AIR#3788 TAC IL-10
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01-10-2005, 08:23 PM
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Rivet Master
2005 22' International CCD
Buckhorn
, Ontario
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Originally Posted by maxandgeorgia
Do you suppose the places are as lovely as the images their names suggest? Have you been there?
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Yes they are as beautiful and quaint as they sound. When I was a little girl I spent many a visit at my "Nines" Welsh for Nana She live right by the Menai Straights - we spent lots of time by the Sea Shore. My most favorite Aunt My Dads elder sister lives in Rose-On-Sea and I have visited many times.
Our family imigrated in 1968 we took the last voyage of the Empress of England I was only 7 but I have an unusual memory and can remember when I was 4 and earlier. What an adventure that was! especially the sphere at Montreal from World Expo 67 held the year before.
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01-11-2005, 10:40 AM
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2 Rivet Member
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cardiffian
Quote:
Originally Posted by GT6921
Just a bit off topic....are you really a Welsh Man?
If so what part of Wales are you or relative from.
My family is in Cardiff, Anglesy and Rose-On-Sea
Congrats on your soon to be purchase.
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born in grangetown in cardiff moved then to ely you probably know what that place is like , for those who dont riots started there over a loaf of bread ,then moved to bristol because of work!!
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01-11-2005, 10:47 AM
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2 Rivet Member
Join Date: Dec 2004
Posts: 21
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help thanks
the trailer is a 72 . 29 foot . the links will give me a good start thanks . big hi to everyone who posted the help cheers . pity ive got to work nights tonight ill catch up with it later in the week. from a wet and windy uk
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