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09-05-2008, 08:53 AM
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New Member
visalia
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Join Date: Apr 2008
Posts: 3
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Just love this site!
A quick hello to everyone. I have been lurking for a few months, I currently
do not own an AS but plan to purchase one in the next year or so. What a wealth of info this site has given me! I'm leaning towards the 22'-25' safari
SE models but thanks to the "towing" thread, I've discovered that my 2001
4Runner will not be up to the task. Looking forward to more input and member reviews of their trailers and towing rigs. Thanks everyone!
Jeff in Central Calif.
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09-05-2008, 08:56 AM
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Rivet Master 
1972 25' Tradewind
North Vancouver
, British Columbia
Join Date: Feb 2006
Posts: 3,421
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Welcome Jeff. You've come to the right place to learn all you need to (and then some)!
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North Vancouver, BC
Live! Life's a banquet and most poor suckers are starving to death! - Mame Dennis
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09-05-2008, 09:10 AM
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Rivet Master
1967 22' Safari
1960 Caravel
Edmonds
, Washington
Join Date: Dec 2004
Posts: 1,445
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Welcome Jeff! You'll find lots of good info here to help you find the perfect Airstream. Good luck with your search.
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09-05-2008, 09:42 AM
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Rivet Master
1993 34' Limited
Melbourne Florida
, Springfield Ohio
Join Date: Nov 2006
Posts: 759
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Welcome Jeff. What ever you buy - whatever issue or problem - you will find the solution here. Best of Success.
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09-05-2008, 10:16 AM
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Rivet Master
1967 26' Overlander
Owings Mills
, MD
Join Date: Jun 2008
Posts: 1,125
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This is a great site with super people. Good luck to you.
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09-05-2008, 10:51 AM
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Rivet Master
1968 28' Ambassador
Cedaredge
, Colorado
Join Date: Jul 2008
Posts: 2,542
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Welcome, and yes you will need a new TV, I have and 01 4-runner and a 2000 lb pop up was all I wanted to tow.. I hooked up my flatbed and tractor about 5000 lbs total It was max out... Our Sequoia works wonderfully though.. new 08' we love it....
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May you have at least one sunny day, and a soft chair to sit in..
2008 5.7 L V8 Sequoia
AIR # 31243
WBCCI # 6987
FOUR CORNERS UNIT
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09-05-2008, 12:52 PM
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Rivet Master
1977 27' Overlander
Trotwood
, Ohio
Join Date: Jul 2007
Posts: 2,153
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Welcome Jeff
I like U fortunately found this site before we actually purchased our Airstream. It has been an invaluable tool for me. The thoughts here are real not from a manual written by someone whom maybe never owned an Airstream. These are all real folks with actual experience. Believe me they are real,we have camped with a few. They are just like family.
Jeff there are hundreds of Airstreams out there so don't jump on the first one ya see, and Unless U can drive to see one BEWARE OF eBay and craigs list there are very good SCAMMERS there.
GOOD LUCK with your search.
Roger
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09-05-2008, 01:35 PM
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Join Date: Dec 2004
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Quote:
Originally Posted by jpatrick62
...I'm leaning towards the 22'-25' safari SE models...
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hi jeff and welcome to the forums!
it can be VERY helpful to attend a rally or 'stream gathering.
that is a chance to SEE and tour lots of sizes and models.
plus the food and people are tasty and interesting!
don't need a trailer to do this and those wacky cali folks have a LOT of rallies on the calendar...
i'd suggest NOT buying a new tow vehicle till AFTER the stream is locked in.
it's tempting to start with the horse, but many buyers have learned that it can be costly to go this route.
it is very common to end up with a stream just a tad larger than originally planned and a NEW tv that is just a bit too small.
have fun LOOKING and trying on the aluminum...
cheers
2air'
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09-05-2008, 03:07 PM
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Moderator
2015 25' FB Flying Cloud
2012 23' FB Flying Cloud
2005 25' Safari
Santa Rosa Beach
, Florida
Join Date: Jul 2006
Posts: 12,966
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Welcome from the Florida Panhandle
Welcome to the Forums. We're glad to have you with us. Good luck in your search.
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WBCCI #3628 -- AIR #14872 -- TAC #FL-7
2015 FC 25' FB (Lucy) with ProPride
2020 Silverado 2500 (Vivian)
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09-05-2008, 03:13 PM
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Rivet Master
2006 19' Safari SE
Tucson
, Arizona
Join Date: Jun 2007
Posts: 4,624
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Welcome to the Forums, Jeff...you're definitely in the right place to find out everything you'll need to know to make an informed decision...it's all here, and plenty of folks who have gone through it...some more than once! Poke around in the subforums for info and if you you can't find what you need, just ask!
See you down the road...soon!
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AirForums #21900 . Membership Chair & PastPrez, 4CU/WBCCI #3954
Travel Log: AZBambi...On the Road Again
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09-05-2008, 03:32 PM
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Moderator
Vintage Kin Owner
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Join Date: Jul 2007
Posts: 11,688
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Welcome Jeff,
Keep us posted as your purchase pursuit plays out, and remember we love pictures. We are not responsible for any behavioral changes that may occur when you become a AS addict. This is a eclectic clan. Just remember pick up a few Hawiian shirts and a pair of Pink Flamings before you head out on your first road trip.
Kevin
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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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09-05-2008, 04:31 PM
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New Member
visalia
, California
Join Date: Apr 2008
Posts: 3
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Thanks for such a warm welcome! Jeff
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09-06-2008, 09:06 AM
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Rivet Master
2008 22' Safari
Oracle
, Arizona
Join Date: Oct 2007
Posts: 1,174
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Quote:
Originally Posted by jpatrick62
A quick hello to everyone. I have been lurking for a few months, I currently
do not own an AS but plan to purchase one in the next year or so. What a wealth of info this site has given me! I'm leaning towards the 22'-25' safari
SE models but thanks to the "towing" thread, I've discovered that my 2001
4Runner will not be up to the task. Looking forward to more input and member reviews of their trailers and towing rigs. Thanks everyone!
Jeff in Central Calif.
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We bought our 22' Safari Sport about this time last year and have several thousand miles on her without any problems. Most of our travels involve mountain camping/boondocking. We feel our rig is perfectly balanced and wouldn't change a thing if we had to do over. With gas prices as they are, the mileage we get is just another benefit.
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