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11-11-2011, 08:40 PM
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1 Rivet Member 
1969 25' Tradewind
Niwot
, Colorado
Join Date: Nov 2011
Posts: 6
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I did it! Jumped in with both feet
Hello there!
Needless to say, this is my debut. I just closed the sale of a (looks to be) solid '69 25' TradeWind LY. The reality is still sinking in. I certainly have already benefited from the accumulated wisdom within these pages, so thank-you!
The interior is in need of some refurbishment, however major systems appear to be present and functional. It's very exciting and somewhat daunting to comprehend the odyssey ahead and I can't wait.
The as yet unnamed silver beauty will be worked on over the winter and gently restored to former glory.
First question if I may? The patchy surface most prevalent toward the roofline...what exactly is it? I'm thinking clearcoat peel.
With gratitude and best regards,
Michael
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11-11-2011, 08:48 PM
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Rivet Master 
2005 39' Land Yacht 390 XL 396
Common Sense
, Texas
Join Date: Sep 2007
Posts: 5,319
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Congradulations, and welcome to the forum. The Airstream experience is one I'm sure you will enjoy for a long time.
Yes, it appears the clearcoat is pealing at the top of the trailer, which is rather common. You have the option of leaving it alone, stripping the clear coat off, and leaving it alone, or stripping and polishing. You could also strip the clearcoat, and reclearcoat, which would be the most expensive option.
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Regards,
Steve
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11-11-2011, 09:29 PM
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Rivet Master Airstream Dealer
Corona
, California
Join Date: Feb 2002
Posts: 16,497
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Quote:
Originally Posted by RockyMobile
Hello there!
Needless to say, this is my debut. I just closed the sale of a (looks to be) solid '69 25' TradeWind LY. The reality is still sinking in. I certainly have already benefited from the accumulated wisdom within these pages, so thank-you!
The interior is in need of some refurbishment, however major systems appear to be present and functional. It's very exciting and somewhat daunting to comprehend the odyssey ahead and I can't wait.
The as yet unnamed silver beauty will be worked on over the winter and gently restored to former glory.
First question if I may? The patchy surface most prevalent toward the roofline...what exactly is it? I'm thinking clearcoat peel.
With gratitude and best regards,
Michael
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The first major step, is weather proofing the trailer.
Check all the exterior gaskets. If they are the originals, you most likely will find all of them cracked.
Andy
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11-11-2011, 09:43 PM
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Rivet Master 
1966 24' Tradewind
1995 34' Excella
Lynchburg
, Virginia
Join Date: Jun 2006
Posts: 4,248
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Rockymobile
Congrats on your new TW and welcome to the forum. I think that you are in for a great ride; one that you will enjoy for a long time.
Dan
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11-12-2011, 07:46 AM
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Rivet Master
1956 22' Safari
2015 27' Flying Cloud
Vintage Kin Owner
Conifer/Evergreen
, Colorado
Join Date: Feb 2002
Posts: 12,778
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Welcome to the Airstream family from a fellow Coloradan!
Looks like you have a nice trailer there - we have a wonderful group of vintage trailer aficionados here in the Denver area! Hope to see you on the road or at a rally some day ~
Shari 
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11-12-2011, 10:34 AM
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3 Rivet Member 
2011 16' Sport
Tofino
, British Columbia
Join Date: Oct 2011
Posts: 102
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Welcome and congrats!
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11-12-2011, 10:40 AM
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Rivet Master
1972 27' Overlander
Longmont
, Colorado
Join Date: May 2005
Posts: 951
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Ditto on the welcome, I'm over here in Longmont if ya need anything...tim
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11-12-2011, 02:04 PM
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2 Rivet Member 
1969 31' Sovereign
middleboro
, Massachusetts
Join Date: Sep 2011
Posts: 49
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Welcome, nice find!
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11-12-2011, 02:15 PM
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Rivet Master
Currently Looking...
1982 24' Airstream 240
Ventura
, California
Join Date: May 2006
Posts: 1,645
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Welcome
Welcome to aluminum fever.....would love to see some pictures of the interior....we had a 69 Overlander.......have fun. Paula
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Paula & Ed
WBCCI # 8252 Air#13593
1982 24'Motorhome (82Ste P)
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11-12-2011, 06:08 PM
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1 Rivet Member
1969 25' Tradewind
Niwot
, Colorado
Join Date: Nov 2011
Posts: 6
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Thank-you everyone, i'm excited for the road ahead. I will post up some more pics, especially interior which we intend to customise somewhat.
Again, very much looking forward to all the adventures to come. Shari and Tim-I'll be in touch locally soon!
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11-12-2011, 08:08 PM
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Moderator
Vintage Kin Owner
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Join Date: Jul 2007
Posts: 11,696
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Welcome and congrats on the TW. Keep us updated on your progress.
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"One of the best lessons I've learned is that you don't worry about criticism from people you wouldn't seek advice from."
William C. Swinney
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11-12-2011, 08:23 PM
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3 Rivet Member
2005 28' International CCD
Palm Beach Gardens
, Florida
Join Date: Sep 2008
Posts: 179
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Hi Michael,
Welcome to the Airstream Forum. You are going to have a blast. I love your new AIrstream. I think you will have a great time here with many good people.
John
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11-13-2011, 07:36 AM
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Rivet Master
Currently Looking...
Sioux Falls
, South Dakota
Join Date: Jun 2010
Posts: 2,403
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Welcome! Beautiful trailer!
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11-13-2011, 08:45 AM
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4 Rivet Member 
1972 25' Tradewind
Madison
, Wisconsin
Join Date: Apr 2005
Posts: 396
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Welcome to the cult
Quote:
Originally Posted by RockyMobile
Hello there!
Needless to say, this is my debut. I just closed the sale of a (looks to be) solid '69 25' TradeWind LY. The reality is still sinking in. I certainly have already benefited from the accumulated wisdom within these pages, so thank-you!
The interior is in need of some refurbishment, however major systems appear to be present and functional. It's very exciting and somewhat daunting to comprehend the odyssey ahead and I can't wait.
The as yet unnamed silver beauty will be worked on over the winter and gently restored to former glory.
First question if I may? The patchy surface most prevalent toward the roofline...what exactly is it? I'm thinking clearcoat peel.
With gratitude and best regards,
Michael
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You do realize that you are now a part of a cult  Have some cool-aid  Welcome
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11-13-2011, 09:00 AM
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Rivet Master
1960 22' Safari
in the wilderness
, The great Mojave Desert
Join Date: Jun 2006
Posts: 4,077
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Smokin Camel
You do realize that you are now a part of a cult Have some cool-aid Welcome |
^Quoted for truth. Welcome aboard.
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I'd rather be boon docking in the desert.
WBCCI 3344 FCU
AIR# 13896
CA 4
Yes, we have courtesy parking for you. About an hour North of Los Angeles.
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11-24-2011, 09:50 PM
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Rivet Master
2008 19' Safari SE
Denver
, Colorado
Join Date: Nov 2011
Posts: 950
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Welcome, and I hope to see you around CO soon!
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