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06-13-2009, 06:30 PM
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2 Rivet Member 
2009 25' FB International
Wilmot
, New Hampshire
Join Date: Apr 2009
Posts: 42
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We did it!! Our new 2009 International 25FB
Hi all,
Well, on our way home from a 2.5 month vacation in Florida and SC we stopped at Colonial Airstream in NJ and traded in our Hybrid TT for a new 2009 Airstream Paprika decor 25F. It has the panoramic windows in the Front, Sound/TV upgrade, 600 watt inverter, microwave/convection oven (thanks to for that suggestion) etc. We had fallen in love with one when we stopped at a dealer in FL to look at a TAB and then saw a 27 ft FB in the paprika decor. Love at first sight for both myself and my husband. We love her. Everything is so bright, sleek and "cool". Everything we wanted.
She is longer than our hybrid was in closed position and weighs more, but gas milage was 10-15% better pulling her than the boxy hybrid.
We are now busy outfitting her with shelves, a 2nd reading light on the R side of the bed, a shelf unit that fits in the shower, etc etc. and are having a great time.
We were very happy with everyone at Colonial Airstream. They really seem to care about the trailers and the people who buy them. They knew we were coming to look at this particular trailer and when we arrived, she had been moved, pre-serviced, and connected to power for us. The salesperson found a couple of things on the intro walk-through that he didn't think were right and the next thing we knew, the trailer was in service being fixed - before they even knew that we would buy her. We spent one night in their lot, hooked up to power in our old trailer and then the next day, after we had bought the Airstream, we spent the evening transferring all our "stuff" (too much stuff!!!) into the Airstream and then spent the night in her, hooked to power. They said we could stay longer but we were eager to get home. So after the final walkthrough -off we went to NH.
This was a far cry from the dealer in FL who didn't even fix the bad leak that had delaminated the flooring when we didn't buy (we were in the area for over a week after and the trailer continued to sit in the rain, leaking).
We have joined the WBCCI and are eagerly awaiting our membership materials with the campgrounds and overnight sites. We plan on taking a trip out west next spring, so that might be helpful.
This forum helped us decide to become "airstreamers". Thanks to all.
Gail
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06-13-2009, 06:56 PM
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3 Rivet Member 
1965 26' Overlander
1962 24' Tradewind
Vincennes
, Indiana
Join Date: Jun 2008
Posts: 145
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Hey hey hey! Congrats on your new baby! What an exciting time for you guys!
Ok, time for you to plan that first trip...
Godspeed,
Trent
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TV2: Brownie, 1989 Dodge W250, only 256,000 miles!
TV3: 2004.5 Dodge 3500, 415,000 miles, 6 spd
TV4: 2005 Dodge 3500, 478,000 miles, 4spd auto
"Too much of what I once knew I now know not" Me
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06-13-2009, 06:58 PM
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Rivet Master 
1976 31' Sovereign
ozark
, Missouri
Join Date: Aug 2007
Posts: 1,040
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I am so happy for you guys! WOW! Brand new....that is awesome. The new models are so pretty inside (they all were in their day) Keep it for 35 years and you'll have a vintage 
Your 2 1/2 month vacation sounds like a good amount of time on the road. I like that.
I'm glad you had a great experience with the folks in NJ. that is a positive sign for sure.
Now all you have to do is POST PICTURES! I wanna see!
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06-13-2009, 07:22 PM
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3 Rivet Member
Vintage Kin Owner
2005 25' Safari
Vintage Kin Owner
1998 19' "B" Van Airstream 190
Athens
, Georgia
Join Date: Mar 2005
Posts: 176
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Post some pictures, I am sure it is a beautiful trailer. Where do you think your first trip will be? Congrats and happy streaming to you.
Roy B
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06-13-2009, 10:36 PM
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Rivet Master
1993 25' Excella
Full Time
, Anywhere USA
Join Date: May 2003
Posts: 2,708
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Quote:
Originally Posted by jagzoo
We have joined the WBCCI and are eagerly awaiting our membership materials with the campgrounds and overnight sites. We plan on taking a trip out west next spring, so that might be helpful.
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Hi Gail,
Welcome! Hey, which WBCCI unit did you join? My husband and I belong to White Mountains NH and New England, I hope we see you at one of our events. 
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Michelle & Leon
New England Unit
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06-14-2009, 07:08 AM
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2 Rivet Member
2009 25' FB International
Wilmot
, New Hampshire
Join Date: Apr 2009
Posts: 42
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WBCCI Unit
Hi,
We didn't know which Unit to join so we joined as a member at large. We figured that would enable us to go to anything we wanted to. Are we wrong? I assume we can change next year at renewal time to a unit. What is the advantage to joining a unit?
PS look at our picture: anyone have any idea why we are having trouble with hills?
Whoops, no picture! I uploaded one and it shows on my personal stats. What did I do wrong?
Gail
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06-14-2009, 07:19 AM
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2 Rivet Member
2009 25' FB International
Wilmot
, New Hampshire
Join Date: Apr 2009
Posts: 42
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OK, figured out the avatar pic upload.
Hi again,
OK, I figured out the avatar pic upload. Thanks to Janet in Forums 101.
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06-14-2009, 08:49 AM
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2 Rivet Member
2009 27' FB International
Silsbee
, Texas
Join Date: Oct 2007
Posts: 59
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Hi,
Welcome to the forum...alot of great people on here and you can find an answer to just about any question you might have about an AS. Congrats on your new purchase....Hope you guys have many wonderful days camping in it.
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06-16-2009, 10:10 PM
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Rivet Master
2017 30' Flying Cloud
2008 23' International
Keremeos
, British Columbia
Join Date: Jul 2008
Posts: 845
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Congratulations on the new Airstream! I love the Paprika colour too. Enjoy your travels!
Lisa
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Lisa and Paul
2017 30' FC | 2002 Chinook Destiny | 2008 23' Int. CCD (written off: hail!)
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06-17-2009, 08:50 PM
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2 Rivet Member
2016 27' Flying Cloud
Pittsford
, New York
Join Date: Apr 2009
Posts: 81
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I also have a 25FB International. What/how are you installing for a reading light on the other side of the bed - this is something I'd like to do as well!
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06-17-2009, 10:03 PM
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4 Rivet Member 
2007 25' Safari FB SE
Dexer
, Michigan
Join Date: May 2008
Posts: 314
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Congratulations on your new AS!! The red interior is very snazzy.
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06-17-2009, 10:28 PM
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4 Rivet Member
2007 25' International CCD FB
1961 16' Bambi
1956 16' Bubble
Potrero
, California
Join Date: Apr 2006
Posts: 254
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Welcome and Great Choice.
Jagzoo,
Nice choice in trailers, welcome. We have to agree with you on this site's help in ALL areas of Airstreamin'.
Extra shelves have come in handy for us as well, and have fun making your rig all YOURS...
We were in a T@b for about two years before we got our first AS.
Stream Safe,
Bob 'n Nanc-
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Bob U-
San Diego, CA.
The " TinDen "
2007 25' International FB
1961 Bambi, 16' California
1956 Bubble 16' California Whale Tail
Charter Member 4 Corners Unit
( View all of elfirebob's images)
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06-20-2009, 02:25 PM
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TEXAS66
Georgetown
, Texas
Join Date: Nov 2007
Posts: 292
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Congrats on the new Airstream.
Love your tow vehicle. May explain the hill problem thing - maybe not.
IMO joining a WBCCI Unit is the way to go. The members will help solve problems, answer questions and you get to vote.
TEXAS66
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06-20-2009, 02:54 PM
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Master of Universe
2008 25' Safari FB SE
Grand Junction
, Colorado
Join Date: Sep 2007
Posts: 12,711
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I have to ask—are you really towing that with a Smart car?
Gene
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06-20-2009, 03:31 PM
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1 Rivet Member 
2007 25' International CCD FB
Newport Beach
, California
Join Date: May 2009
Posts: 19
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Congratulations!!! We're so excited for you! In the short time we've been members, we've found the folks and resources in this forum to be an absolute blessing.
Happy travels!
~Gay
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06-20-2009, 03:34 PM
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2 Rivet Member
2009 25' FB International
Wilmot
, New Hampshire
Join Date: Apr 2009
Posts: 42
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Hi CrawfordGene,
Boy, don't we wish!! But it makes a good photo. We love them both.
Our TV is a 2002 Toyota Tundra with towing package. Doesn't get quite the MPG that the Smart does but it is better on hills!
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04-14-2010, 11:43 PM
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Rivet Master
2020 30' Classic
Derwood
, Maryland
Join Date: Mar 2010
Posts: 1,515
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Congrats - I too purchased my 25FB Classic Limited from the Colonial folks - and I'm located back here in San Diego (but do have a dwelling in Maryland) and those folks are just wonderful!!!
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John "JFScheck" Scheck
2020 30’ Airstream Classic
**I Love U.S.A.**
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04-25-2010, 11:34 AM
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3 Rivet Member
Currently Looking...
Indian Harbor Beach
, Florida
Join Date: Jan 2010
Posts: 182
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Congratulations on your new baby! We purchased our 09 International 27'FB in Feb from a dealer in FLA....not a great experience. BUT, we love our AS! Planning our first long trip in two weeks and sooo excited. Have a great time and hope to see you on the road.
AndiJean
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