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Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 05-13-2020, 10:55 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,860
Posted By 68tradewind
Bummer!

We'll miss seeing all of you this month, but understand. We'd be up for an August or September gathering if something opens up at Hollenbeck. I guess this means we'll have to keep working on...
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 01-22-2020, 04:32 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,923
Posted By 68tradewind
Restoration material

68 Trade Wind is right. The name plate should say Trade Wind. Mine is CA built and has the same window configuration but different tail light surrounds. There is a VIN look up tool somewhere that...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 05-19-2018, 10:36 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,355
Posted By 68tradewind
We'll arrive Friday afternoon. Put us down for:...

We'll arrive Friday afternoon.
Put us down for:
Friday - dessert
Saturday - deviled eggs, vegetable side
Sunday - salsa, coffeecake of some sort
Forum: WBCCI Rallies & Events 03-18-2018, 01:01 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,182
Posted By 68tradewind
Calling All 68's - 50th Birthday Party at Salem

This year marks the 50th birthday of 1968 Airstreams. A group from WBCCI/VAC is planning a celebration with as many examples of 1968 Airstreams as we can assemble at the Salem, Oregon Rally in June....
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 05-30-2017, 10:55 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,933
Posted By 68tradewind
It is always great to see everyone. Thank you...

It is always great to see everyone. Thank you Janet and Gary for organizing this getaway, yet again. We especially loved the chandelier addition to the campground. I hope someone got a picture of...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 05-15-2017, 09:05 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,933
Posted By 68tradewind
Area 33 meal sign-up

Friday: Dessert
Saturday: bruschetta, vegetarian lasagna
Sunday: fruit, egg swag (green onions, spinach, cheese, ?)

We'll try to bring some firewood, too!
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 05-22-2016, 09:45 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,348
Posted By 68tradewind
We hope to come Thursday evening depending on...

We hope to come Thursday evening depending on Rob's jet lag (home Wed. from Italy, poor guy!)
Friday night: Marionberry pie and ice cream
Sat. night: pulled pork and slaw, summer squash bake
Sun....
Forum: Airstream Registry Discussions 12-23-2015, 05:49 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 3,319
Posted By 68tradewind
Casa Rodante :: 1968 Airstream Tradewind

Casa Rodente :: 1968 Airstream Tradewind (2015-12-24 00:49:16)
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 05-12-2015, 01:39 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,773
Posted By 68tradewind
Friday: ketchup, mustard, onions, tomatoes,...

Friday: ketchup, mustard, onions, tomatoes, green salad of some sort
Saturday: large Greek salad, zucchini fritters w/tzakiki
Sunday: fresh fruit, large bag grated cheese, salsa
Forum: Tires 02-28-2015, 03:01 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 13,234
Posted By 68tradewind
I have a 2004 25' CCD that needs tires. I want...

I have a 2004 25' CCD that needs tires. I want to go to LT tires, but would rather not have to move to 16" rims. Having some trouble finding michelins that will fit. Can you give me the size and...
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 06-23-2014, 09:04 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,833
Posted By 68tradewind
Can you strip painted aluminum?

We've looked at a couple of older trailers recently that had both had the top half of the trailer painted with some sort of gray material. Has anyone had experience with this, or does anyone know if...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 05-30-2013, 11:44 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 4,644
Posted By 68tradewind
Tom, I love the still photos, the time-lapse...

Tom,

I love the still photos, the time-lapse photography and this video. You've given us wonderful mementoes from this perfect weekend! Thank you.

Diane
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 05-30-2013, 11:42 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 4,644
Posted By 68tradewind
Thanks!

Janet and Gary,

Thank you for a wonderful weekend that lived up to everything we've heard about Area 33. It was especially nice reconnecting with people we hadn't seen in ages and meeting new...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 05-21-2013, 08:03 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 4,644
Posted By 68tradewind
Michele, Haven't seen you since Wenatchee...

Michele,

Haven't seen you since Wenatchee last year, so we're looking forward to seeing you again. Since we're new to this "rally", what bike loop ride are you talking about? We were thinking...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 05-15-2013, 10:49 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 4,644
Posted By 68tradewind
Please put us down also for fresh pineapple for...

Please put us down also for fresh pineapple for Sat. dinner and orange rolls for Sunday morning.

We're looking forward to a wonderful weekend!

Rob and Diane
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 03-22-2013, 10:08 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,864
Posted By 68tradewind
Stephanie, looks like you're already full for...

Stephanie, looks like you're already full for John Day but we're definitely interested in coming to Area 33 as we've heard such great things about it. Do you have a date set for that one? We're...
Forum: Vintage Kin 10-06-2012, 02:00 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,934
Posted By 68tradewind
Kathryn, Thanks! No. We didn't remove the...

Kathryn,
Thanks!
No. We didn't remove the bathroom fixtures or the rear closets, so the installer made a pattern that followed those edges the flooring fit perfectly. Once the marmoleum was...
Forum: Vintage Kin 10-06-2012, 12:31 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,934
Posted By 68tradewind
'68 Tradewind Work in Progress

We've been Airstream owners for about two years and are finally getting near the end of our restoration project. When we found it, the trailer had been sitting outside and was full of mold, rotting...
Forum: Upholstery, Blinds, Walls & Interior Finishes 02-21-2012, 10:43 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,435
Posted By 68tradewind
Beth, We're almost finished restoring our...

Beth,

We're almost finished restoring our '68 Tradewind but I still need to make the curtains. How are your curtains fastened at the bottom edge? Do you have a track or are you using the elastic...
Forum: WBCCI Rallies & Events 02-21-2012, 10:33 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,391
Posted By 68tradewind
Valmog - You definitely need to come check out...

Valmog - You definitely need to come check out the Oregon group. My husband and I joined the Oregon unit last spring and ended up going on four of their rallies with our partially finished '68...
Forum: WBCCI Forum 02-20-2012, 10:24 PM
Replies: 159
Views: 32,539
Posted By 68tradewind
We weren't planning on joining the club, but...

We weren't planning on joining the club, but happened to sell some old wheels to someone in the Oregon Unit. We delivered them to the buyer at a rally they were having near our town and were...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 05-01-2011, 11:24 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,319
Posted By 68tradewind
Thanks

Lee,

I just ordered the lights from VintageCampers. Thanks for the tip.

Rob
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 05-01-2011, 11:49 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,319
Posted By 68tradewind
Interior lights for 1968

I am restoring a 68 Tradewind and looking for the square overhead light fixtures that were original. The lenses can still be purchased but I have not found the aluminum base. I can restore or...
Forum: Member Introductions 04-01-2011, 09:23 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,605
Posted By 68tradewind
Susie, My wife and I are restoring a 68...

Susie,

My wife and I are restoring a 68 Tradewind, though it would appear ours needed a LOT more work. It seems you bought smarter than we did. The little door behind the toilet was a rather...
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 08-08-2010, 08:57 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,038
Posted By 68tradewind
Well, it is happening in places where I've...

Well, it is happening in places where I've stripped more than once, using Removall220. Although I highly doubt that is the case, I'll try stripping it once more and polishing to see if that reduces...
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 08-08-2010, 07:30 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,038
Posted By 68tradewind
Polishing woes, can you help??

I'm in the middle of polishing my 68 tradewind and came across some weird horizontal lines that look kind of like oxidation, but after many attempts with both G6 and F9, I haven't been able to...
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 07-27-2010, 05:52 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,336
Posted By 68tradewind
Thanks for all of the replies! I think I'll try...

Thanks for all of the replies! I think I'll try using even less nuvite to see if that works for me. If not, I'll have to see about the rubbing compound followed up with the mothers polish, seems like...
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 07-27-2010, 03:30 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,336
Posted By 68tradewind
A few questions about polishing...

I'm in the process of starting the exterior renovation/restoration and had a few questions about polishing...

My first is the use of foam vs. wool pads. I've been using wool exclusively so far,...
Forum: Tires 06-13-2010, 08:35 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,180
Posted By 68tradewind
Buying Local

Thanks to those who have responded. I've read up on Marathons and definitely want to get the US made versions. I plan to talk to my local tire shop this week and see if they can get the same tires...
Forum: Tires 06-13-2010, 01:41 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,180
Posted By 68tradewind
Online Tire Store Question

Has anyone done business with Trailer Tire and Wheel Supermarket (trailertiresandwheels.com)? I am thinking about buying a set of 4 aluminum wheels and Goodyear Marathon's for my 68 Tradewind and...
Forum: Member Introductions 04-17-2010, 03:31 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,288
Posted By 68tradewind
Teresa, We purchased an owners manual, and...

Teresa,

We purchased an owners manual, and it shows general layout, but no specifics. We'd love to camp with some fellow airstreamers, but it might take more than a couple months before we are...
Forum: Member Introductions 04-17-2010, 09:39 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,288
Posted By 68tradewind
New member -68 Trade Wind Questions

My wife and I just purchased a 68 Trade Wind after wanting an airstream for 20+ years. It towed well on the 200+ mile trip home. Exterior skin is good, but we need to update all systems and do a...
Forum: WBCCI Forum 01-10-2004, 09:56 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 21,611
Posted By 68tradewind
4 digit numbers

Okay, I think I got it now. There was something on another forum about getting WBCCI to reissue a number if you buy a trailer from another member, but it sounds like that's not the only way...
...
Forum: Stella's Kitchen 01-08-2004, 09:02 PM
Replies: 875
Views: 242,623
Posted By 68tradewind
We've done a lot of camping and almost always...

We've done a lot of camping and almost always cook outdoors. After burning through a $15 copy, we spent $49 on the Weber portable (Go-Anywhere?). It is definitely better quality and worth the...
Forum: WBCCI Forum 01-08-2004, 08:42 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 21,611
Posted By 68tradewind
Thanks for the replies - the information is...

Thanks for the replies - the information is helpful. My wife wants a 4 digit number, so we'll look for a WBCCI member trailer.
Forum: WBCCI Forum 01-06-2004, 07:32 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 21,611
Posted By 68tradewind
What those numbers on the front mean

I'm a newbie planning to buy my first Airstream. My question is; What do the large 3 or 4 digit numbers on the front of older Airstreams signify? Are they serial numbers? When did they start and...
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