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Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 05-24-2010, 10:18 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 7,744
Posted By Van
Looks like this is the big PacNW get together....

Looks like this is the big PacNW get together. Looks like a blast folks, enjoy yourselves.
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 05-31-2009, 11:08 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 9,890
Posted By Van
Is a former Airstreamer allowed? We have always...

Is a former Airstreamer allowed? We have always wanted to go to the Steens, just havent made it yet.

My pod has expanded now, i have a son.
Forum: Axles 09-11-2008, 06:02 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,475
Posted By Van
Good luck with that happening. 99% of shops are...

Good luck with that happening. 99% of shops are not going to allow customers in the service bays while work is going on because of insurance liabilities.
Forum: Winterizing, Storage, Carports & Covers 09-11-2008, 05:58 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,289
Posted By Van
There are a couple that i know of out in my side...

There are a couple that i know of out in my side of town, in Hillsboro. There is one out on NW Jacobson rd & NW Century blvd. Right behind liberty HS. There is also another over on Cornell rd, just...
Forum: Our Community 09-08-2008, 02:22 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,374
Posted By Van
Thanks for the nice words all. As for...

Thanks for the nice words all.

As for getting a 30' model...more than i want to tow with my 1/2 ton truck.

I confess that part of me just does not want to work on an old trailer anymore. I...
Forum: Our Community 09-07-2008, 04:34 PM
Replies: 2,095
Views: 445,906
Posted By Van
Wow... here is an interesting Craigslist...

Wow...

here is an interesting Craigslist find...

1977 23' Airstream Safari (https://portland.craigslist.org/wsc/rvs/831649350.html)



:angel:
Forum: Our Community 09-07-2008, 04:32 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,374
Posted By Van
I shall return!...........hopefully

Well, the time has come. The Safari is up for sale.

The better half is preggers and we need something with more room. I am sure we could have managed, but frankly i didnt want to anymore. It was...
Forum: 1959-69 Tradewind 09-03-2008, 11:29 PM
Replies: 152
Views: 20,218
Posted By Van
Grats on the great find. Your going to have your...

Grats on the great find. Your going to have your hands full shortly. Have fun.
Forum: WBCCI Forum 08-27-2008, 11:23 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 9,953
Posted By Van
It is an open forum. Any thread started is open...

It is an open forum. Any thread started is open to comments from others that the OP may not like or approve of. As long as those replies are with in the TOS you just have to deal with it.
Forum: Trailer Values 08-20-2008, 04:48 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 11,479
Posted By Van
Well, it should have a HW heater iirc. Their...

Well, it should have a HW heater iirc. Their price seems high for a trailer in that sort of condition but not extremely so, imo. I bet they can get $4500 for it.

The propane tanks look like they...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 08-13-2008, 10:01 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,670
Posted By Van
I would think you could get $5k-$6k without much...

I would think you could get $5k-$6k without much trouble. I sold my '78 Minuet for $4500 after paying $3000 for it. I would say it was probably a 5/6 out of 10. Similar issues as yours.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 08-08-2008, 10:20 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 17,360
Posted By Van
Well, the answer is obvious. :) F-150

Well, the answer is obvious. :)

F-150
Forum: On The Road... 08-08-2008, 05:56 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,554
Posted By Van
There are only a couple beaches in Oregon where...

There are only a couple beaches in Oregon where the general public is allowed to drive out onto the sand. You can generally pitch a small tent out on the sand and spend the night if you wish and...
Forum: Fun & Games 07-20-2008, 07:46 AM
Replies: 107
Views: 13,704
Posted By Van
Agreed.

Agreed.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 07-20-2008, 07:43 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,467
Posted By Van
Depends on how it was used. That isn't a small...

Depends on how it was used. That isn't a small amount of miles. However, if it was well maintained and not abused and you did the same there is no reason it couldnt take another 100k miles. Have a...
Forum: Our Community 07-13-2008, 09:26 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 11,913
Posted By Van
Last year i was at the sewage plant rv dump and...

Last year i was at the sewage plant rv dump and had the fortune to be behind a couple who were getting "the lesson" on how to dump from their adult sons. After25 minutes and 4 flushes of the tank it...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 06-27-2008, 06:59 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,782
Posted By Van
Not in Firefox with AdBlock they don't. All ads...

Not in Firefox with AdBlock they don't. All ads get nuked. Sorry, tongue in cheek type posts don't convey well in text.
Forum: Off Topic Forum 06-22-2008, 12:02 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,782
Posted By Van
Ads? What are these ads you speak of? :innocent:

Ads? What are these ads you speak of? :innocent:
Forum: Tow Vehicles 06-21-2008, 05:37 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,798
Posted By Van
I just have to take exception to that. The 5.4 in...

I just have to take exception to that. The 5.4 in the F-150 is a great engine and is the same engine you get in the F-250/350 models. It has plenty of towing power for any airstream.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 06-19-2008, 10:14 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,798
Posted By Van
I echo the "whose trailer is it anyway?" mantra....

I echo the "whose trailer is it anyway?" mantra. That being said however, a 20' trailer gets small very quick. Even with just one person. If i was in your position, i would give myself the luxury of...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 06-16-2008, 06:57 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,511
Posted By Van
Come on Airstream forums, don't fail me now....

Come on Airstream forums, don't fail me now. Someone out there must have a link to one or would be willing to trace out a template and scan it for me.

Pretty please?
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 06-15-2008, 08:22 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,511
Posted By Van
Yep, that is the one. I have some stock plastic i...

Yep, that is the one. I have some stock plastic i picked up and attempted to craft a replacement piece but working from shards of the former as a template was a pain in the butt.

Was hoping that...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 06-15-2008, 08:10 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,511
Posted By Van
Porch light lens template for '77 Safari

Howdy folks.

Since i cannot seem to find a replacement lens for the little porch light above the door anywhere from the usual vendors, I was wondering if someone would be good enough to sketch up...
Forum: Forum Admin, News and Member Account Info 06-10-2008, 04:26 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,371
Posted By Van
Grats dude. Guess this officially makes you an...

Grats dude. Guess this officially makes you an Airstream forums fanboy. :bb:
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 06-07-2008, 07:35 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,880
Posted By Van
We used the tile squares when we redid the floor...

We used the tile squares when we redid the floor in the old Argosy. We used Marmoleum when we redid our kitchen last fall. If i had it to do all over again, i would have spent a little more and done...
Forum: On The Road... 06-07-2008, 07:25 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,883
Posted By Van
Must be just a fluke incident. I know a few...

Must be just a fluke incident. I know a few people with Dodge trucks and havent heard of any rear end problems.
Forum: 1959-69 Tradewind 06-05-2008, 10:28 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,653
Posted By Van
Grats, lets see some pictures of it.

Grats, lets see some pictures of it.
Forum: Electronics & Connectivity 06-05-2008, 10:27 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,560
Posted By Van
I thought the same way. I cant go without it now....

I thought the same way. I cant go without it now. In fact, i am going to install it in the new truck i have to drive for work, on my own dime. It is one of those things that once you have it, you...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 06-05-2008, 10:09 PM
Replies: 739
Views: 354,158
Posted By Van
I'm stunned at what you have accomplished....

I'm stunned at what you have accomplished. Absolutely spectacular work.
Forum: Member Introductions 06-02-2008, 05:41 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,314
Posted By Van
Grats! Welcome to the club, neighbor.

Grats! Welcome to the club, neighbor.
Forum: Community Polls 12-20-2007, 10:59 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,371
Posted By Van
BBIV obviously. Mom was so proud her lil Van has...

BBIV obviously. Mom was so proud her lil Van has a prize winning lasagna.
Forum: Stella's Kitchen 10-11-2007, 09:01 PM
Replies: 875
Views: 242,494
Posted By Van
I have one of the older Coleman Road Trip grills,...

I have one of the older Coleman Road Trip grills, the one with the legs that fold up underneath the grill. The grill is what you would expect from at $150 grill. It gets the job done and has lasted...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 10-02-2007, 07:57 PM
Replies: 415
Views: 40,576
Posted By Van
Actually, it is a Pierce Arrow.

Actually, it is a Pierce Arrow.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 10-01-2007, 12:51 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,541
Posted By Van
That '05 Silverado would be a great TV for your...

That '05 Silverado would be a great TV for your CCD.
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 09-30-2007, 11:25 PM
Replies: 415
Views: 40,576
Posted By Van
Gary, Janet and everyone else who worked to make...

Gary, Janet and everyone else who worked to make this a hit have set themselves a record of excellence. Thanks for a good time.

Now i can also claim to make an award winning lasagna. Mom will be...
Forum: General Appliance Topics 09-26-2007, 09:43 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,513
Posted By Van
Grilling mission accomplished! I like it. Easy...

Grilling mission accomplished! I like it. Easy and asthetically pleasing.
Forum: Member Introductions 09-24-2007, 12:23 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 6,785
Posted By Van
Four people in a 23' trailer? No thanks. I feel...

Four people in a 23' trailer? No thanks. I feel too cramped with just the wife, dog and I in ours.
Forum: General Repair Forum 08-25-2007, 11:04 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,505
Posted By Van
Those are the only Airstream specific ones....

Those are the only Airstream specific ones. Otherwise it is the usual places like Camping World and the small independant RV repair shops. Which i am sure are as good as anyplace, it is just a matter...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 08-19-2007, 11:32 PM
Replies: 415
Views: 40,576
Posted By Van
This thing is starting to take on a life of its...

This thing is starting to take on a life of its own. It keeps getting bigger. Looks like a bunch of nOObs from the PDX metro area are going to bum rush the event as well. Should be fun. Lots of new...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 08-06-2007, 11:22 PM
Replies: 415
Views: 40,576
Posted By Van
I will toss my hand into the ring. I make what...

I will toss my hand into the ring. I make what some consider a decent dish. Call it, Van's buffalo garlic lasagna.
Forum: Commercial Listings 08-04-2007, 07:46 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,725
Posted By Van
Good luck Moonstruck, sounds exciting. All the...

Good luck Moonstruck, sounds exciting. All the best to you in your new venture. Hope you are very successfull.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 08-02-2007, 10:57 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,301
Posted By Van
Being on my second F-150, i will chime in here...

Being on my second F-150, i will chime in here too.

Both of mine have been newer than what has been mentioned here. A 2002 and a 2005, which have the 5.4L. While i cant speak for towing on the...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 07-26-2007, 11:27 PM
Replies: 415
Views: 40,576
Posted By Van
there are a number of spots open in the park for...

there are a number of spots open in the park for that weekend. Looks like most the G loop is filled up. Take a look at the online maps and find the closest one to the group and sign on up.

It is...
Forum: Member Introductions 07-25-2007, 10:11 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,226
Posted By Van
Welcome to the forums. You will find there is a...

Welcome to the forums. You will find there is a large contingent of us Pacific Northwesters on the foums. Most of us with older trailers.
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 07-19-2007, 07:58 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 7,205
Posted By Van
I have found "the wife" option to be very...

I have found "the wife" option to be very expensive and not just financially.
Forum: On The Road... 07-15-2007, 12:22 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,219
Posted By Van
I have no doubts my '05 5.4 F-150 could pull a...

I have no doubts my '05 5.4 F-150 could pull a 25' just about anywhere. I currently tow a 23' all over the Oregon Cascades, Coast Range and out into the Blue Mountains of eastern Oregon without any...
Forum: Buyer Guidelines 07-15-2007, 08:52 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 5,608
Posted By Van
I tow a 23' with a '05 F-150 and would be...

I tow a 23' with a '05 F-150 and would be comfortable stepping up to a 25' trailer. I wouldnt want to go bigger than that though. The truck has plenty of power certainly but it it my opinion that a...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 07-15-2007, 08:08 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 5,668
Posted By Van
Any "mechanic type" have any idea on what kind of...

Any "mechanic type" have any idea on what kind of towing performance we can expect from a 4.4 or 4.5 deisel that is being discussed here?
Forum: Tow Vehicles 07-14-2007, 06:37 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 5,668
Posted By Van
When it comes to trucks, Ford is in good shape....

When it comes to trucks, Ford is in good shape. Their deisel heavy duty pickups are the best selling of the big three. Granted, deisels in 1/2 tons is way overdue. I can soon see myself in a new...
Forum: WBCCI Forum 07-14-2007, 08:50 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 4,804
Posted By Van
Nor should it be. There is no reason us avid...

Nor should it be. There is no reason us avid campers here on the forums cant manage to throw together a national rally.

Realistically i think a couple hundred trailers at most is all we would see...
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