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crabbey1 · 10-29-2013, 02:47 PM

I thought I would pass this along to the forum. Very informative even for those of us that aren't very technically inclined. The section that explained the axles very cool. I loved the cross-section explanation. Anyway, check it out if you are planning a restoration, in the middle of one or just love Airstreams (which we all do, right?) :

Historical Airstream: Building Dreams is our Business - YouTube

aquinob · 10-29-2013, 03:24 PM

Very cool video. Gotta look and see how to remove the middle panel in the ceiling to get to the wiring. They said that was the purpose of the design.

crabbey1 · 10-29-2013, 03:31 PM

I have done that and I know how because I did it the wrong way. First you need to remove all fixtures and shrouds for fans, A/C and lights. then there are rubbers gaskets or strips that run the length of the ceiling panel on both sides. They are exactly like what you set into a window screen to hold the screen material in place. Once those are removed and any rivets that may be holding it in place are removed, you are ready to get a buddy (or two) and pull it out. I tried doing this alone. That was a terrible idea... I would pop it down so that instead of rounding upwards toward the rof, it rounds downwards towards the floor. Then pull it out... Good luck.

aquinob · 10-29-2013, 05:13 PM

Sounds like a plan. I'll probably do it over the Winter when I start phase two of the renovation.

LFC · 10-29-2013, 05:26 PM

Looks like some of my driving....it's amazing it didn't turn over without an Anderson hitch.

SteveSueMac · 10-29-2013, 05:51 PM

"...but do it now, for life is a one time thing."

That is spot on!

I never watch a 19 minute video. That was fun - even if a bit "film strippy". :-)

andreasduess · 10-29-2013, 06:39 PM

That was awesome. The driving at the end, whoa. Extremely impressive.

Also, gratuitous use of girls in bikinis had me laugh. Oh, the 60's. "So, we'll have this pretty girl in a bikini to demonstrate the effectiveness of the insulation. Sounds good everybody?"

"Yep, excellent idea. Let's do it."

This one here came up on the end screen. From the 80's no girls in bikinis - but assembly workers in hotpants:

Vintage Airstream Excella Travel Trailer Factory Production 1980's - YouTube

panheaddale · 10-29-2013, 07:41 PM

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Originally Posted by LFC

Looks like some of my driving....it's amazing it didn't turn over without an Anderson hitch.

Makes the WD hitch argument kinda hard to back up. HUH.

Sneakinup · 10-29-2013, 07:59 PM

Lifetime warranty on torsion axles... If you are the original owner. I heard it! I doubt many of us are original owners.

Air Apparent · 10-29-2013, 09:09 PM

Great video. Thanks.

crabbey1 · 10-30-2013, 01:02 AM

No problem. I love the bikini girl as well. Lol.

LFC · 10-30-2013, 05:25 AM

Notice the use of "wafer board" in the second video.

ALANSD · 11-06-2013, 09:06 AM

enjoyed that a lot. Thanks for posting

PharmGeek · 11-06-2013, 09:42 AM

great vid...I have seen it....there are simply too few videos on youtube that feature airstream...except for ones selling airstream on dealer lots or from individuals...

My favorite video was this one...not on youtube but on this website alone:

HowStuffWorks "Assembly Line: Airstream Trailers"

Its better than the "how its made" one I think...much more detailed.

PharmGeek · 11-06-2013, 09:43 AM

with such an active community, I wish we had someone with the time and desire to have an airstream channel with a focus on all sorts of great basic issues related to maintenance, how to's, etc etc...everything we need is about on here in print though, but just a thought..

Protagonist · 11-06-2013, 09:57 AM

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Originally Posted by PharmGeek

with such an active community, I wish we had someone with the time and desire to have an airstream channel with a focus on all sorts of great basic issues related to maintenance, how to's, etc etc...everything we need is about on here in print though, but just a thought..

Problem is, those with the most to say are too busy doing Airstream things to make a recurring hole in their schedule to talk about Airstream things. It is a good thought, though.

AWCHIEF · 11-06-2013, 06:41 PM

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Originally Posted by PharmGeek

with such an active community, I wish we had someone with the time and desire to have an airstream channel with a focus on all sorts of great basic issues related to maintenance, how to's, etc etc...everything we need is about on here in print though, but just a thought..

Some good info here:

NorCal Airstream Club » 30 tips for Airstream repairs, maintenance and operation

crabbey1 · 11-06-2013, 11:49 PM

Hey AWCHIEF,

I see you are a member of the NorCal Club and I saw that they have a Rose Parade Rally every year in Pasadena, CA which is where we live. Where do you guys camp? How long do you stay? Would love to swing by and check out the trailers.

Belegedhel · 11-07-2013, 06:50 AM

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Originally Posted by PharmGeek

with such an active community, I wish we had someone with the time and desire to have an airstream channel with a focus on all sorts of great basic issues related to maintenance, how to's, etc etc...everything we need is about on here in print though, but just a thought..

Are you aware of the Vintage Airstream Podcast (The VAP)? That is basically what it is.