Journey with Confidence RV GPS App RV Trip Planner RV LIFE Campground Reviews RV Maintenance Take a Speed Test Free 7 Day Trial ×
 


Reply
 
Thread Tools Search this Thread Display Modes
 
Old 07-16-2006, 03:20 PM   #21
Rivet Master
 
Zeppelinium's Avatar

 
1973 23' Safari
1977 23' Safari
2018 25' Flying Cloud
Palmer Lake , Colorado
Join Date: Oct 2005
Posts: 4,092
Send a message via Skype™ to Zeppelinium
Quote:
Originally Posted by scottanlily
That tradwind has an aluminum spare tire cover!!look close as it leens away do to the damage...
I don't think so. I think it's an artifact of the wide angle lens. I recall looking at the lower skirt all around it looked OK to me at the time, but I was being quick about it. Looking at the photo it sure does look like it is either leaning away or is twisted with the street side of the tire further aft than the curb side.
__________________
Zep@Charmedquark.net
Zeppelinium is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 07-17-2006, 08:34 AM   #22
Rivet Master
 
Zeppelinium's Avatar

 
1973 23' Safari
1977 23' Safari
2018 25' Flying Cloud
Palmer Lake , Colorado
Join Date: Oct 2005
Posts: 4,092
Send a message via Skype™ to Zeppelinium
Quote:
Originally Posted by InsideOut
It is a 1960 TradeWind with twins & bunks, thus the small stacked windows. Not the hammock-type of bunks, but built-in ones.

Dead giveaway it's a 1960 trailer is that cool Land Yacht label, I think it was only used that one year.

Shari
Shari,

It's definitely got 5-panel end caps. I thought those came in much later. Aren't those Hehr windows, especially the large one on the street side? They were discontinued in 1957. The combination of end caps and windows is still throwing me, but your I.D. of the 1960 label ought to nail it. Am I wrong about the end caps, eg, were the 5 panel versions available in 1960?
__________________
Zep@Charmedquark.net
Zeppelinium is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 07-17-2006, 10:09 AM   #23
Rivet Master
 
47WeeWind's Avatar
 
1948 16' Wee Wind
1953 21' Flying Cloud
Denver , Colorado
Join Date: Jul 2003
Posts: 1,169
Images: 20
Quote:
Originally Posted by Zeppelinium
Shari, It's definitely got 5-panel end caps. I thought those came in much later. Aren't those Hehr windows, especially the large one on the street side? They were discontinued in 1957. The combination of end caps and windows is still throwing me, but your I.D. of the 1960 label ought to nail it. Am I wrong about the end caps, eg, were the 5 panel versions available in 1960?
Hi Roger:

The 5 panel end caps were introduced for the 1964 model year, so they don't seem to belong on that 1960 Tradewind, which should have 7 panels end caps. The 24 TS 0448 serial number is a 1960 serial number, and it looks like the built date of 7-60 is stamped into the serial number plate. The high furnace vent stack and long oval refrigerator vent are both 1959-60 California trailer features. The black California Div. of Housing certification plate nails it as a California built Airstream. Hehr windows were used through the 1960s, but they were different [Clearview] model windows than the Hehr standard stamped aluminum windows used in the early 1950s.

Maybe this is a very early prototoype for testing the 5 panel end caps, possible but unlikely. Given its extensive end cap damage at both ends, I suspect a prior owner had an attraction to low hanging obstacles and damaged the original 7 panel end caps beyond repair, so they were replaced with 5 panel end caps which were current production [or available in stock] replacement parts at the time of the repair. The seams on the end caps appear heavily caulked, suggesting either excellent but sloppy maintanance or, more likely, replacement. See you at Ceede in a few weeks!
__________________
Fred Coldwell, WBCCI #1510, AIR #2675
Denver, Colorado - WBCCI Unit 24
Airstream Life "Old Aluminum"
Airstream Life
"From the Archives"
47WeeWind is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 07-23-2006, 05:17 PM   #24
Rivet Master
 
CaddyGrn's Avatar
 
1963 16' Bambi
1962 22' Safari
Yreka , California
Join Date: Mar 2006
Posts: 1,937
At home, but looking lonely...

We were traveling in Central California on a small 2 lane road somewhat parallel to Interstate 5 near the burg of "Chrome"... saw this Airstream just parked next to SOB and a mobile. I think it is on A-9 (road indication) from my fuzzy memory...

It appears quite tiny in the pic below... look to the left of the SOB against the trees.

Mrs. NorCal Bambi (traveling in S Tardis)
Attached Thumbnails
Click image for larger version

Name:	Airstream in Central Calif.jpg
Views:	212
Size:	180.4 KB
ID:	23830  
CaddyGrn is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 07-24-2006, 10:12 AM   #25
4 Rivet Member
 
S C Streamer's Avatar
 
1964 17' Bambi II
Santa Cruz , California
Join Date: Feb 2006
Posts: 319
Images: 13
1972 32' Excella...

Spotted on craigslist sf bay , ad #185499176


Name:   23iWYrP7j1oO9661H4j1vsb8F5Lf.jpg
Views: 1047
Size:  8.0 KB

$6000.00 obo (209) 922-9759 , Modesto is about two hours from San Francisco.

Mark
S C Streamer is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 07-28-2006, 03:37 PM   #26
1 Rivet Member
 
Temecula , California
Join Date: Jul 2006
Posts: 17
What makes one Airstream more desirable than another?

Quote:
Originally Posted by overlander63
Looks like a 60 Tradewind with bunks. Unusual configuration, but I don't know how desirable it is.
Forgive me if this topic has been discussed before, but what is it that makes one Airstream more desirable than another? Is it the year, the model, the interior arrangement? Which Airstreams are more valuable?
RealtyQuest is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 07-28-2006, 10:54 PM   #27
Rivet Master
 
InsideOut's Avatar

 
1956 22' Safari
2015 27' Flying Cloud
Vintage Kin Owner
Conifer/Evergreen , Colorado
Join Date: Feb 2002
Posts: 12,702
Images: 108
D - All of the above

Quote:
Originally Posted by ReatlyQuest
What makes one Airstream more desirable than another.

Forgive me if this topic has been discussed before, but what is it that makes one Airstream more desirable than another? Is it the year, the model, the interior arrangement? Which Airstreams are more valuable?
It's mostly subjective. What's attractive to a single person or a couple w/o kids could be a horrible experience for a family of 5+. Or, what works great for a weekend outing to the State Park might be miserable to full-time in.

Value
is in the eye of the beholder.

Some swear by the "shorties" and others only have eyes for the "dachshunds"...whatever floats your boat! Finding the "perfect Airstream" for you, really is a personal lifestyle decision...that only you can truly answer.

Aren't you glad you have so many options!?

Shari
__________________
Vintage Airstream Club - Past President 2007/2008
WBCCI #1824 - DenCO Unit Past President (2005)
AIR #30 - Join Date: 2-25-2002

RMVAC | ACI - CO Unit (Formerly WBCCI) | BIRDY - our 1956 Safari | 1964 Serro Scotty
InsideOut is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 07-31-2006, 02:24 PM   #28
Vintage Alum. Enthusiast
 
flyfshr's Avatar

 
1959 24' Tradewind
Phoenix , Arizona
Join Date: Feb 2002
Location: I currently do not own a 2nd Airstream
Posts: 4,360
Images: 40
Found this on craigs list here in Phoenix, Scottsdale is where its located. Its a '73 30'er for $4000.

http://phoenix.craigslist.org/rvs/188208014.html

Don't know the seller, never saw the trailer, just passing along info.

Brad
FF
__________________
4CU 2699 / AIR 10 / TAC AZ-1

I'm haunted by aluminum.
Charter Member of the 4 Corners Unit.
flyfshr is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 08-02-2006, 08:06 AM   #29
Vintage Alum. Enthusiast
 
flyfshr's Avatar

 
1959 24' Tradewind
Phoenix , Arizona
Join Date: Feb 2002
Location: I currently do not own a 2nd Airstream
Posts: 4,360
Images: 40
Here's another on the Phoenix area Craig's List. A '64 Globetrotter and looks to be in good shape. Oh if I only had more room.

http://phoenix.craigslist.org/rvs/189073538.html

Don't know the seller, never saw the trailer, just passing along info.

Brad
FF
__________________
4CU 2699 / AIR 10 / TAC AZ-1

I'm haunted by aluminum.
Charter Member of the 4 Corners Unit.
flyfshr is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 08-15-2006, 10:12 AM   #30
Rivet Master
 
Zeppelinium's Avatar

 
1973 23' Safari
1977 23' Safari
2018 25' Flying Cloud
Palmer Lake , Colorado
Join Date: Oct 2005
Posts: 4,092
Send a message via Skype™ to Zeppelinium
Avion in Page, AZ

I never got a reply from the Globe Trotter owner. Too bad, I really want a 60's AS.

I was visiting Horsehoe Bend on the Colorado river, just south of Page, AZ, and this Avion caught my attention. It's about 1/4 mile south of the Horsehoe Bend trail head in a quasi-junkyard. Looks to be in pretty good shape. Is anyone on the Forums interested in this alternative style aluminum? The only thing I'd comment on is the coiled up electrical cord in the middle of the street side, held on by swathes of duct tape.

Click image for larger version

Name:	IMG_0737 avion street-s.jpg
Views:	153
Size:	110.1 KB
ID:	24748Click image for larger version

Name:	IMG_0738 avion front-s.jpg
Views:	129
Size:	87.0 KB
ID:	24749

Click image for larger version

Name:	IMG_0739 avion right front-s.jpg
Views:	128
Size:	98.8 KB
ID:	24750Click image for larger version

Name:	IMG_0741 avion rear curb-s.jpg
Views:	120
Size:	101.8 KB
ID:	24751

Click image for larger version

Name:	IMG_0740 avion inside-s.jpg
Views:	133
Size:	80.8 KB
ID:	24752

I tried to get a phone number or some name, but there was nothing I found that gave me a clue. It's a fenced area with maybe 20 dead cars and trucks and a couple of tow trucks--I walked in from the desert; maybe if I'd gone to the front gate there would have been some contact info.
__________________
Zep@Charmedquark.net
Zeppelinium is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 08-20-2006, 06:33 AM   #31
3 Rivet Member
 
Streamin 65's Avatar
 
Currently Looking...
Columbus , Ohio
Join Date: Mar 2006
Posts: 180
Images: 14
Found near Jackson Center.

I found this AS at IR75 and RT. 274 just outside of JC yesterday. I do have a few more pix if anyone is interested. It needed a lot of work inside and out, althought it appeared some end panels have been replaced or repaired recently. No price was listed --dave
Attached Thumbnails
Click image for larger version

Name:	JC 002.jpg
Views:	150
Size:	59.0 KB
ID:	24959   Click image for larger version

Name:	JC 013.jpg
Views:	118
Size:	50.9 KB
ID:	24960  

Click image for larger version

Name:	JC 014.jpg
Views:	119
Size:	43.2 KB
ID:	24961  
Streamin 65 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 08-20-2006, 06:42 AM   #32
3 Rivet Member
 
Streamin 65's Avatar
 
Currently Looking...
Columbus , Ohio
Join Date: Mar 2006
Posts: 180
Images: 14
also near JC

This one was for sale right next to the AS. Athough it's a Silver Streak, I thought it was very cool. The outside was in very good shape and the inside has been remodeled recenty and it looks like a modern coach inside. I have a few other pics if anyone is interested. Again, no asking price was listed. --dave
Click image for larger version

Name:	JC 017.jpg
Views:	139
Size:	57.2 KB
ID:	24962

Click image for larger version

Name:	JC 019.jpg
Views:	121
Size:	48.6 KB
ID:	24963

Click image for larger version

Name:	JC 020.jpg
Views:	133
Size:	52.7 KB
ID:	24964

Click image for larger version

Name:	JC 022.jpg
Views:	123
Size:	42.7 KB
ID:	24965
Streamin 65 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 08-20-2006, 06:45 AM   #33
Rivet Master
 
CanoeStream's Avatar

 
2006 25' Safari FB SE
St. Cloud , Minnesota
Join Date: Aug 2003
Posts: 13,280
Images: 19
Blog Entries: 3
Same '50 Cruiser on Craigslist

Streamin 65 -- It is curious I found this same trailer while looking at the Minneapolis Craigslist. There's not a whole lot of additional info. A late model dually pickup sounds like a stiff asking price for the condition you describe! It looks like somebody started a polish job.
__________________
Bob

5 meter Langford Nahanni

CanoeStream is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 08-20-2006, 07:07 AM   #34
3 Rivet Member
 
Streamin 65's Avatar
 
Currently Looking...
Columbus , Ohio
Join Date: Mar 2006
Posts: 180
Images: 14
Quote:
Originally Posted by Canoe stream
Streamin 65 -- It is curious I found this same trailer while looking at the Minneapolis Craigslist. There's not a whole lot of additional info. A late model dually pickup sounds like a stiff asking price for the condition you describe! It looks like somebody started a polish job.
That is curious...The photos show it sitting exactly where it's at now! In my opinion, the trailer was in poor overall condition. The exterior had numerous dents and scratches, along with a couple of broken windows. Some windows had obviously been replaced with plexi, as vulkem was just smeared around the pane. There is a rusty old paint can above the door that is covering a vent. Also, I don't know if this is factory or not, but the dump valve was just jutting out the side of the trailer. I could see the original stove and fridge inside, and posted some pics. You are correct, though. A late model anything would be way out of line as a trade. There may only be 5 of these year/models remaining, but I'd bet the other 4 are much nicer! However, as with most AS, it could be resurrected with a pile of time and money. --dave
Attached Thumbnails
Click image for larger version

Name:	JC 004.jpg
Views:	150
Size:	39.6 KB
ID:	24966   Click image for larger version

Name:	JC 025.jpg
Views:	115
Size:	26.5 KB
ID:	24967  

Streamin 65 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 08-20-2006, 07:16 AM   #35
Rivet Master
 
CanoeStream's Avatar

 
2006 25' Safari FB SE
St. Cloud , Minnesota
Join Date: Aug 2003
Posts: 13,280
Images: 19
Blog Entries: 3
Quote:
Originally Posted by Streamin 65
That is curious...The photos show it sitting exactly where it's at now!
The pics on Craigslist seem to show the same location that is in your photos. For reasons of tech knowledge, etc, I see a lot of internet classifieds posted by somebody other than the actual owner.
__________________
Bob

5 meter Langford Nahanni

CanoeStream is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 08-20-2006, 08:24 AM   #36
4 Rivet Member
 
tinbender's Avatar
 
2001 16' Bambi
2013 23' International
Piedmont Region , North Carolina
Join Date: Aug 2006
Posts: 408
Thumbs up East of Mississippi Homeless

This homeless report is a great idea whether they be vintage or not. It would be a great help to those of us who are actively "in search of " if the "Easterners" would jump onboard with finds along their travels. How cool it would be for me to go to Georgia in October with my new best friend on wheels!!!

I am getting a little weary of checking out for sale units, only to talk to another "road dealer" . Will stay in the hunt until I get around all of those distractions but help from the veteran A/Sers can only help.

Looking for that 1st rivet.
tinbender is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 08-20-2006, 04:17 PM   #37
Rivet Master
 
Melody Ranch's Avatar
 
1956 22' Flying Cloud
1953 32' Liner
1955 22' Safari
Valley View , Texas
Join Date: Jan 2006
Posts: 3,971
Images: 78
Send a message via Skype™ to Melody Ranch
Homeless in Texas

This is a picture test.. Homeless in North Texas
Attached Thumbnails
Click image for larger version

Name:	000_0074.JPG
Views:	123
Size:	72.5 KB
ID:	24985  
Melody Ranch is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 08-20-2006, 04:18 PM   #38
Rivet Master
 
Melody Ranch's Avatar
 
1956 22' Flying Cloud
1953 32' Liner
1955 22' Safari
Valley View , Texas
Join Date: Jan 2006
Posts: 3,971
Images: 78
Send a message via Skype™ to Melody Ranch
More Homeless in Texas

North Dallas
Attached Thumbnails
Click image for larger version

Name:	000_0042.JPG
Views:	145
Size:	61.4 KB
ID:	24986  
Melody Ranch is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 08-20-2006, 04:21 PM   #39
Rivet Master
 
Melody Ranch's Avatar
 
1956 22' Flying Cloud
1953 32' Liner
1955 22' Safari
Valley View , Texas
Join Date: Jan 2006
Posts: 3,971
Images: 78
Send a message via Skype™ to Melody Ranch
More Homeless in Texas

This has really been Vandalized in the past month. But...the skin in nearly perfect...grafitti scratches only.
Attached Thumbnails
Click image for larger version

Name:	000_0077.JPG
Views:	110
Size:	59.8 KB
ID:	24987   Click image for larger version

Name:	000_0070.JPG
Views:	165
Size:	39.2 KB
ID:	24988  

Melody Ranch is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 08-20-2006, 04:24 PM   #40
Rivet Master
 
Melody Ranch's Avatar
 
1956 22' Flying Cloud
1953 32' Liner
1955 22' Safari
Valley View , Texas
Join Date: Jan 2006
Posts: 3,971
Images: 78
Send a message via Skype™ to Melody Ranch
One more Homeless

This is the one with snakes in it.
Attached Thumbnails
Click image for larger version

Name:	000_0069.JPG
Views:	143
Size:	77.4 KB
ID:	24989   Click image for larger version

Name:	000_0072.JPG
Views:	121
Size:	43.0 KB
ID:	24990  

Melody Ranch is offline   Reply With Quote
Reply


Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)
 
Thread Tools Search this Thread
Search this Thread:

Advanced Search
Display Modes

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off
Trackbacks are Off
Pingbacks are Off
Refbacks are Off


Similar Threads
Thread Thread Starter Forum Replies Last Post
Loss and found suekozin Insurance & Claims 10 01-21-2003 05:28 AM
Found new A&E awning Dave-O Awnings 4 10-21-2002 08:15 PM
Battery Monitor Les Gilliam Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 11 10-07-2002 08:13 AM
Logins.. 53flyingcloud Our Community 5 06-29-2002 01:10 AM
1985 310 found off road ViewRVs General Motorhome Topics 1 05-27-2002 12:15 PM


Featured Campgrounds

Reviews provided by

Disclaimer:

This website is not affiliated with or endorsed by the Airstream, Inc. or any of its affiliates. Airstream is a registered trademark of Airstream Inc. All rights reserved. Airstream trademark used under license to Social Knowledge LLC.



All times are GMT -6. The time now is 12:01 PM.


Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.8 Beta 1
Copyright ©2000 - 2024, Jelsoft Enterprises Ltd.