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04-17-2009, 08:24 AM
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Rivet Master 

Airstream - Other
2016 Interstate Grand Tour Ext
Bosque Farms
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We'll have to see how things hold up! I just unwinterized the MG last week and immediately found a coolant leak. Fixed that and did a short trip. All went well, so Monday is the first longer trip: Taos for lunch to meet a client from Albuquerque. If that trip goes ok, then I'll clear it for an even longer trip.
Hope the weather holds! I'm not too concerned about wind -- that's more of a constant than not in the spring -- but the MG is allergic to precipitation, especially since I made the decision to drive the car topless as much as possible.

Lynn
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04-17-2009, 08:31 AM
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Site Team

2002 25' Safari
Dewey
, Arizona
Join Date: Mar 2005
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It would be great if you could make the trip down to the rally. The weather looks like it will be perfect for driving with the top down. Looking forward to seeing you again.
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04-19-2009, 08:04 AM
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#123
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4 Rivet Member 
1961 16' Bambi
Mancos
, Colorado
Join Date: Jan 2006
Posts: 472
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Cry me a river redux - truck version
Hi All,
I need some good KARMA! After Zep's enormous work on my Bambi's door and side panel, I went home and three days later this is what happened.
On Thursday last the area had a lovely freeze. I have to drive to work leaving at 6:00 am heading to Durango. Yes, you guessed it. Ice spin out. Slow motion is an interesting thing. Too bad it doesn't help. By the time I came to a halt I was resting my rear end (truck, that is) on the front bumper of an F250. I still don't know if the insurance plans on totaling my Sportrac or not.
The reason I am telling you all this is that even if they don't total it there is no way I'll have it back in time to get to the rally. I've tried to find a truck to borrow. (no luck) A rental is cost prohibitive.
So, Ken, I'm not sure if I will make it after all. I'll keep you posted and should know more by the end of Monday.
Hoping to see you at the rally,
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04-19-2009, 08:14 AM
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#124
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Vintage Alum. Enthusiast

1959 24' Tradewind
Phoenix
, Arizona
Join Date: Feb 2002
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KARMA, Karma and karma coming your way. The good thing is, it sounds as though you're OK. The truck will work itself out hopefully in time to get to the rally. Be so good to see you. How are you getting around, or are you? Any pix of the SportTrac?
Brad
FF
sending more kharma
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04-19-2009, 08:35 AM
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#125
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4 Rivet Member 
1961 16' Bambi
Mancos
, Colorado
Join Date: Jan 2006
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No Pix, it went straight to the lot. Of course I could go by and take a couple of snaps. The entire bed is lifted sideways on the frame but the frame does not seem to be bent per the estimate guy. But it is all computerized now. Plug in the damages out comes the decision. He did say he will try to find a used bed. If he does then they probably won't total it.
I've got a nice rental car through my insurance. AARP/Hartford. They've been great so far.
Thanks for the Karma! :-)
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04-19-2009, 11:20 AM
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Tramp Streamer
Commercial Member
1995 28' Excella
Artist
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Thought you could use a little more Karma
KARMA
KARMA...Karma
Best,
Michael
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04-19-2009, 04:47 PM
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#127
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4 Rivet Member 
1961 16' Bambi
Mancos
, Colorado
Join Date: Jan 2006
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Thanks Michael,
I hope to make it down one way or another. Just don't know how yet.
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04-19-2009, 04:56 PM
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Rivet Master 

Airstream - Other
2016 Interstate Grand Tour Ext
Bosque Farms
, New Mexico
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Wow, that is really crummy news! If we still had Forums Karma, I'd give a LOT of it!

Lynn
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04-19-2009, 06:25 PM
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Rivet Master 
1956 22' Flying Cloud
Durango
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Join Date: Sep 2002
Location: 1975 25' Tradewind
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Suzanne - what a bummer - just go get a new one - they will let you drive it off the lot .....
Ken J
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Founder :
Four Corners Unit
Albuquerque National Balloon Fiesta
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Vintage Trailer Academy - Formerly the original
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04-20-2009, 07:52 PM
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#130
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Rivet Master 
1956 22' Flying Cloud
Durango
, Colorado
Join Date: Sep 2002
Location: 1975 25' Tradewind
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Ready.....
Set.......
Go!...........
The rally is upon us - we have sent out all course materials and so if any of you who have signed up and not been receiving e-mails from us, please pm me and I'll make sure you get them....
Have a GREAT trip and will look forward to seeing Y'all on Friday night!
Ken J.
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Albuquerque National Balloon Fiesta
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04-20-2009, 08:19 PM
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#131
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Vintage Alum. Enthusiast

1959 24' Tradewind
Phoenix
, Arizona
Join Date: Feb 2002
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Really looking forward to this rally and seeing young old friends again plus making new ones. Learning a few new things will be a bonus.
Brad
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04-20-2009, 11:13 PM
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#132
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Rivet Master 
1956 22' Flying Cloud
Venice
, California
Join Date: Sep 2005
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my boys, my wife, and i are ready for our first night in the aluminum tent!
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04-21-2009, 06:31 AM
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3 Rivet Member 
1958 26' Overlander
1991 29' Excella
auburn
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Join Date: Jun 2008
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Survival
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04-21-2009, 05:23 PM
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3 Rivet Member 
1981 22' Excella II
Currently Looking...
Currently Looking...
Colbert
, Georgia
Join Date: Jul 2002
Location: 1948 22' Liner
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Half way there!
Spent the weekend in the Mtns. of Tenn. on the Tellico River, camping and fishing and testing out the unit. Started out on Mon. and should be there Wed. or Thurs. Started out early just in case. Attached is a photo of this past weekend. See you ABQ.
Levon
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04-21-2009, 05:28 PM
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#135
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Vintage Alum. Enthusiast

1959 24' Tradewind
Phoenix
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Looking forward to finally meeting you Levon. See you there. You rig looks great.
Brad
FF
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04-21-2009, 05:28 PM
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Tramp Streamer
Commercial Member
1995 28' Excella
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Looks sweet!
I'll be rolling in on Wednesday.
Drive safe and see ya there!
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04-21-2009, 06:31 PM
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#137
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Rivet Master 
1956 22' Flying Cloud
Durango
, Colorado
Join Date: Sep 2002
Location: 1975 25' Tradewind
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Yikes - I better get over there if you all are getting in on Wed - Actually I will be there on Thurs morn....
Tent goes up tomorrow!
Ken J
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Founder :
Four Corners Unit
Albuquerque National Balloon Fiesta
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04-21-2009, 06:35 PM
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#138
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4 Rivet Member 
2017 16' Sport
Malibu
, California
Join Date: Sep 2008
Posts: 298
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so excited leaving tomorrow!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! LA to Rally can not wait!
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04-21-2009, 11:27 PM
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#139
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Rivet Master 
1967 24' Tradewind
Wickenburg
, Arizona
Join Date: Aug 2008
Posts: 547
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We are heading out Thursday AM. Adios, John
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04-22-2009, 06:19 AM
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Rivet Master 
1956 22' Flying Cloud
Durango
, Colorado
Join Date: Sep 2002
Location: 1975 25' Tradewind
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Very cool - we will be watching for y'all.....
Ken J.
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