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GPurcell · 06-12-2021, 05:34 PM

I'm back. Moving and getting engaged put a hiatus on the Airstream but it is definitely not forgotten.

Today was a monumental day! The last of the structural patch work is completed.

We did a different pattern for the front gusset plate and it looks so much better and more uniform.

Once done, we dropped all the jacks to see how it was under it's own weight. There wasn't a single creak, moan, or groan. No more panels that would pop which was my biggest worry.

Bubba L · 06-12-2021, 07:16 PM

Great report on the gusset plate and good to see you back at it. Also, congratulations on your engagement. Take care and be safe.

HRTKD · 06-12-2021, 08:20 PM

Your build is looking great!

GPurcell · 06-13-2021, 11:04 AM

Thanks guys! I'm glad to be done with all the structural repairs. Now it's all the smaller patches.

GPurcell · 07-12-2021, 07:43 AM

Took a shot at making some of the smaller patches. They turned out pretty dang good in my opinion. Rivet spacing is not perfect but they definitely will do their job. Slowly working away at items on this project.

In order, we patched the original hole for the trailer wiring, the fiber optic trailer light display, and the furnace.

GPurcell · 07-24-2021, 08:39 PM

Two more patches done. I need some c-channel before I can patch the hole where the water heater was.

GPurcell · 09-02-2021, 04:59 PM

Due to unforeseen circumstances, this project is now for sale.

https://www.airstreamclassifieds.com...1-texas-363427

HRTKD · 09-02-2021, 05:08 PM

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Originally Posted by GPurcell

Due to unforeseen circumstances, this project is now for sale.

https://www.airstreamclassifieds.com...1-texas-363427

I'm sorry to hear that. This too shall pass.

Good luck with the sale! It's a heck of a build.

GPurcell · 09-02-2021, 05:34 PM

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Originally Posted by HRTKD

I'm sorry to hear that. This too shall pass.

Good luck with the sale! It's a heck of a build.

One door closes and more open...

Thanks! Yes whoever ends up with this, is getting a very good base to start with.

kidjedi · 09-02-2021, 08:47 PM

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Originally Posted by GPurcell

Due to unforeseen circumstances, this project is now for sale.

https://www.airstreamclassifieds.com...1-texas-363427

Aw, man... I'm so sorry to hear this. You put a lot of work into this trailer, but I know the other thing is worse. Hopefully you'll get another project down the road (both kinds).

kidjedi · 09-02-2021, 08:50 PM

Also... I wish I had more time/energy/cash right now. I've got a '76 31 foot Excella off the frame right now, and I'm really not looking forward to wire brushing and Por-15-ing the frame. It would be so easy to slip your frame with all that Coosa right under the shell that is sitting in my yard.

GPurcell · 09-03-2021, 06:14 AM

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Originally Posted by kidjedi

Also... I wish I had more time/energy/cash right now. I've got a '76 31 foot Excella off the frame right now, and I'm really not looking forward to wire brushing and Por-15-ing the frame. It would be so easy to slip your frame with all that Coosa right under the shell that is sitting in my yard.

This would be the perfect option for you

GPurcell · 09-03-2021, 06:30 AM

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Originally Posted by kidjedi

Aw, man... I'm so sorry to hear this. You put a lot of work into this trailer, but I know the other thing is worse. Hopefully you'll get another project down the road (both kinds).

A lot of work and a lot of time has been put in to this trailer. I know I will still miss it to a degree once it goes...

GPurcell · 10-03-2021, 06:38 PM

Trailer is now posted on Craigslist.

https://nacogdoches.craigslist.org/t...389179443.html

Belegedhel · 10-04-2021, 02:56 PM

I haven't been having much luck with Craigslist lately--seems like the buyers have all drifted away. Offerup, FB Marketplace seem to be pretty active. your absolute best bet would be to put it in the AirForums Classified ads, as you are looking for a very specific person to buy your project in the state that it is in.