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Old 07-26-2024, 07:14 PM   #1
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1969 Caravel - Total Rebuild - Not a Restoration

Hello. I am new to the forum and posting my 1969 Caravel - Total Rebuild - Not a Restoration Project. 'Al' is very close to completion and ready for late summer camping trips. The rebuild has been completely by myself, using my tiny garage as a workshop. Tons and tons of hours, lots of fun and some frustration and way too much money spent. But he is an old beauty. Enjoy the story. The site has not been designed for cell phones.

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Old 07-27-2024, 09:01 AM   #2
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RE: 1969 Caravel - Total Rebuild - Not a Restoration

Greetings Scott!

Welcome to the Forums and the world of Vintage Airstream ownership!!

You certainly have a very distinctive personalized Caravel! It is obvious that tremendous thought went into its creation.

You might want to consider joining the Wally Byam Caravan Club International (WBCCI)/Airstream Club International along with the IntraClub, Vintage Airstream Club (VAC). The WBCCI/ACI has local Units throughout Canada, the USA, as well as Mexico and several other countries. Each Unit has a unique mix of activities tailored to the desires of its members. When attending these Unit activities, you have the opportunity to interact with other Airstream owners, many of who have owned an Airstream for decades. It is often possible to learn a tremendous amount from these veteran Airstreamers, and at times you may find someone who's previous rig was quite similar to yours. The VAC is an IntraClub within the WBCCI/ACI for Airstream product owners who either own or are interested in those Airstream products 25 years old or older. There are typically at least a few VAC members in each of the WBCCI/ACI Units.

Enjoy your Caravel, and safe travels!

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Old 07-27-2024, 03:19 PM   #4
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Thank you Kevin for your kind words and suggestions. In fact I am a member, BRN 19800. And yes there was a lot of thought, whimsical and artistic flashes and making use of what I knew how to do. Perhaps we'll meet on the road some day.
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Old 07-06-2025, 07:00 PM   #5
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Update. Just completed a custom aluminum bumper box for my 1969 Caravel. https://www.airforums.com/forums/f48...ml#post2786949
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