New here with '64 Streamline

[dmcummins]

Ive been lurking for a while and thought it was time for a post. I bought a 26', 1964 Streamline about a year ago. I always liked the looks of the aluminum trailers so when I came across this one for sale, I bought it. I knew that it would need some work, but of coarse it needed more than I expected. But it's mine and I like it.

Ive finally had a chance to go camping in it and my wife and I plan on going on several trips next year. I'm hoping to do a few more things to it over the winter. I have a few dents that I'm going to try and pull out some. And I plan on adding a table and refrigerator. And continue with the polishing.

[Kevin245]

Congratulations on making the transition from Lurker to Member, and on making your first post.

Nice looking rig.

Kevin

[Splitrock]

Welcome! Does the trailer skin look like a piece of wadded up foil or is that an optical illusion?

[dmcummins]

Originally Posted by Splitrock

Welcome! Does the trailer skin look like a piece of wadded up foil or is that an optical illusion?

That's the area that I need to address. Between the door and the window, below the A/C unit, I'm guessing a tree or something fell on the roof. The channel that the awning would slide thru is bent in a couple of places and its caused the skin to wrinkle some. I actually tried to work on it some today. I didn't have much luck with it though. I may just have to live with it for awhile.

[Splitrock]

I'd think that's either a replace the skin job or a putty/paint consignment to the body shop. I think I had a blind date one time with a woman who's legs looked like that.

[dmcummins]

Originally Posted by Splitrock

Welcome! Does the trailer skin look like a piece of wadded up foil or is that an optical illusion?

I just took another look at the pic and I think some of that is a reflection of the leaves in the trees. I do have some wrinkles at the top in the area I mentioned, but the sides are straight.

Here is a pic of the other side. I havn't polished above the windows on this side yet.

[dmcummins]

Originally Posted by Splitrock

I'd think that's either a replace the skin job or a putty/paint consignment to the body shop. I think I had a blind date one time with a woman who's legs looked like that.

I don't think that putty would stay in place, and I don't want it painted anyway. I was looking at it today and I think that I could probably replace the skin from the awning channel to where it laps over the sides above the windows. The awning channel would hide the seam and I wouldn't have to replace as big a panel. And I could hopefully just pick up a piece of sheet aluminum locally.

[Splitrock]

I've never done any body work. I know here all the truck trailer body shops replace aluminum body panels routinely. I'm not sure if they use pretty panels or something else . . .


Gary

[ashlob]

Ummm call me dumb, but I couldn't for the life of me figure out how to start a new post somewhere. Well it's 3 am so that might have something to do with it. I found a 64 streamline duke seller wants 3500 obo I was wondering if anyone knew if this is a good price. Outside looks to be in very good shape. Apparently it has a small spot of the sub flooring that needs repair in the hallway. Seller claims electrical works great, but plumbing needs doing and a few other things. Am I looking at too much of an investment as far as fixing it goes? Will it be hard to find parts etc and also. Is it completely against everyone's beliefs to fully modernize the inside? Just random questions, I'm so lost with this. I would appreciate any advice anyone has to give. Thanks for taking the time to read.

[eddiemoab]

Hi I have a 62 Duchess 22 footer that I paid $2,500 for three years ago. With that third tail light on the roof,I thought it to be the coolest trailer I've ever seen. The outside was in excellent shape,front window cover and all.Because of water condensation damage, the interior has become a complete redo,floor section replacement,new cabinet doors,wall panels,booths water tank and water heater. I've even modified the old Bowen heater exhaust shroud to fit a new Atwood heater to try and keep the original look. I've done all the work myself. It's been quite a learning experience and a labor of love. My point? I think these Streamlines are one of the most beautiful and most underrated trailers going and to me worth the effort and price.

[TikiPatrick]

Hey ashlob,
I just bought a Steamline myself and I have to say, I think it's a wonderful trailer.
If the electrical is working, that's a big plus! All the systems are simple and all the appliances and fixtures are off the shelf and easily replaceable. Also I've gotten great advice and resources from the members on this board. $3,500 is not a bad price but, 2,500 to 3,000 would be better. Happy Trailering!

[dmcummins]

We have been enjoying our Streamline this year.

Here is a pic from the Indiana Dunes.



And one from Meramec State park in Missouri.

[dmcummins]

I paid $2,500 for mine a couple of years ago. I probably have $5,000 - $6,000 in it now. New water heater, A/C, wheels, tires, flooring, fridge, ect. I still plan to have an awning made and add a microwave.

We are going to Florida in January for a month and also Georgia in the spring for a couple of weeks.

[tphan]

Really nice looking trailer, it looks good polished! Have you found any other forums for these Airstream cousins?

[Annie Lou]

Greetings, I'm new too, but didn't see a New Member site, so here I am. My Airstream sat on my property for 20+ years...I just tried to register it and cazam!!!! I own her! I've lived in her off and on, between travels. She got moved to a site next to my goldfish pond where it is on dryer land. She has her own 3 1/2 acre campground, woods gardens etc. I lived in her for a winter and it cost me $77 a month in electricity to heat, cook etc We live in upstate N.Y., so thats the cheepist living space I could have. I keep the lovely wood interior preserved, but the old lenoleum is crumbly near the door and the appliances don't work. Electric is good, but I have never used running water, just a portapotty and spring water from our town hall. I dug the pond to use for the gardens.

[Annie Lou]

I'm experimnting here. Did my quick reply go through? I'm new and using an old computer. I'll check back in later.....The awning someone wants to add sounds interesting. Will you go to a boat canvas person or awning shop?

[GBAWTex]

I started this forum with an Airstream but now have '64 Silver Streak Sabre.
Maiden voyage last week to West Texas. All in all a great run.

On the way back (didn't notice till I got home) a piece of the Bowen door over the water heater blew off. Lost... I'm looking for some good photos of same so that I might recreate the missing part. I've included a couple of shots of the door. You can trace the missing piece by the empty slots.

Any help would be greatly appreciated.

gail

[Globie64]

I think I have the same piece, and extra, if you want it, pm me

[Streamline64]

Hi Tiki Patrick!
I am in Sunland and just acquired a 64 DUKE! Do you still have yours? Would love to connect and share info. Thanks so much.