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the byamcaravanner: #27 The OMNI-CHEST
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Please join me as I document the restoration/renovation of our 1967 Airstream Ambassador International Twin to it's former glory as "Fifth Avenue On Wheels". Friday, June 20, 2008. The bathroom in our '63 Globetrotter is equipped with an "OMNI-CHEST designed by John Follis and Associates exclusively for Airstream Land Yachts" Anybody know if this was a '63 vintage aftermarket accessory? I don't know if this is after market or just an option that was offered . I know I don't have one in my '66 GT. From Ne...
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Surfin' Safari: Just for Frank...
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Our first blog to document our restoration of a newly purchased 1968 Airstream Safari (Land Yacht Edition).stay tuned for the trials, tribulations and hopefully a couple joyous moments of success. Tuesday, May 26, 2009. While visiting some stores in Saugatuck, MI. We came upon a couple of interesting signs.and of course, when I saw them, I thought of Frank. So here you go. May 27, 2009 at 5:40 AM. We usually visit the area 2-3 times/year.next time we are there, I will pick it up for you. Is This Thing On?
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the byamcaravanner: #25 It's a good thing...
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Please join me as I document the restoration/renovation of our 1967 Airstream Ambassador International Twin to it's former glory as "Fifth Avenue On Wheels". Friday, June 20, 2008. 25 It's a good thing. That I have been making progress on the GT because I hear Frank needs one of these:. Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom). I'm a 50 year old happily married, Dad of five with a fascination for historic stuff and a lifelong hobby of fixing things. View my complete profile. Blogs you should check out! It's be...
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the byamcaravanner: #36 Hail to the Chief!
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Please join me as I document the restoration/renovation of our 1967 Airstream Ambassador International Twin to it's former glory as "Fifth Avenue On Wheels". Sunday, October 5, 2008. 36 Hail to the Chief! Many of our East Coast friends are there including a few that we have not met in person. Frank has be calling me with updates and of course with Rob and Zoe in charge along with with Frank's help as co-host, I sure this rally is one not to have missed. Hail to the Chief - Congrats Rob! Two posts ago I w...
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the byamcaravanner: #43 Bunks for the boys
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Please join me as I document the restoration/renovation of our 1967 Airstream Ambassador International Twin to it's former glory as "Fifth Avenue On Wheels". Saturday, June 13, 2009. 43 Bunks for the boys. I constructed them from 3/4" dia Schedule #40 Aluminum pipe (1.05" O.D.) and Slip-On fittings available from R.B. Wagner. They are covered with brown duck and hung with nylon webbing from Stainless Steel Rope Guides (available from McMaster-Carr. Riveted to the ceiling ribs. June 14, 2009 at 5:46 AM.
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the byamcaravanner: #32 Frank's Trailer Works
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Please join me as I document the restoration/renovation of our 1967 Airstream Ambassador International Twin to it's former glory as "Fifth Avenue On Wheels". Wednesday, August 6, 2008. 32 Frank's Trailer Works. For those of you on the East Coast or anywhere for that matter, there is a new Vintage Trailer Restoration. Company. Frank's Trailer Works. Frank Yensan. Well what's in the box? August 6, 2008 at 6:31 PM. Custom parts for the Harlot. of course ;-). August 6, 2008 at 9:15 PM. Rob and Zoe's '58 SOTR.
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the byamcaravanner: #29 I pulled a "John"
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Please join me as I document the restoration/renovation of our 1967 Airstream Ambassador International Twin to it's former glory as "Fifth Avenue On Wheels". Friday, July 4, 2008. 29 I pulled a "John". Here are the before, during and after picts. I think the "I told you so" factor is keeping you on track. Keep going Brother, I am proud of you. I thought of a good name for your trailer. Jezibell. It is fun to say and very fitting. I bet Stephan would agree, it is a perfect name. July 5, 2008 at 5:13 AM.
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the byamcaravanner: #42 "Thing 1" & "Thing 2"
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Please join me as I document the restoration/renovation of our 1967 Airstream Ambassador International Twin to it's former glory as "Fifth Avenue On Wheels". Monday, May 18, 2009. 42 "Thing 1" and "Thing 2". Lot's of things yet to do, but I have gotten a few things done. The front gaucho is installed (pending completing the armrests) and the two panels for the front curtains are done. actually, all the curtains are "done" except for the pleating. . Did you do the cushions in two pieces? I like the colors!
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the byamcaravanner: #30 Welcome to a new Airstreamer
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Please join me as I document the restoration/renovation of our 1967 Airstream Ambassador International Twin to it's former glory as "Fifth Avenue On Wheels". Monday, July 28, 2008. 30 Welcome to a new Airstreamer. How about this- I challenge you to take your Ambassador to CBR, and I'll bring my O'lander. Not a throwdown per se, but we both bring the Big Trailers. How does that sound to you? July 29, 2008 at 11:11 AM. I will take your challenge in the vain that we will both commit to bringing our families...
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the byamcaravanner: #24 Frank seems to be bored...
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Please join me as I document the restoration/renovation of our 1967 Airstream Ambassador International Twin to it's former glory as "Fifth Avenue On Wheels". Thursday, June 12, 2008. 24 Frank seems to be bored. Frank seems to be bored with my techy experimentations. I think if he saw me posting directly to my blog by talking into my cell phone on the drive home I think he might be a little more impressed. We'll see what we can do about that. listen. I am even more bored! June 12, 2008 at 8:57 PM. June 19...
