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Post by jynx on Mar 30, 2019 21:20:16 GMT -8
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Post by vikx on Mar 30, 2019 23:03:39 GMT -8
My first reaction is NO. What is it like inside? Tires? More dents? Title? What works and what doesn't? A new RV fridge is 1K minimum.
This type of trailer can have huge issues, including bad frame, tanks and plumbing, electrical, etc. A lot of times you can't see the frame as it is enclosed in aluminum.
Do your homework and give us more info and we'll have more opinions.
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Post by jynx on Mar 31, 2019 6:20:26 GMT -8
thanks vikx I thought it was high priced. I like the look but was wondering why they were asking so much. I thought perhaps that brand and model were the most sought after or something. I'm not ready to buy another yet but I wanted to see what was out there.
Good tips on what to look for. my first was dented like crazy and I didn't have the budget to get new siding. It's good to be thinking that way when looking for a project.
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Post by jynx on Mar 31, 2019 6:24:04 GMT -8
 69 camper by Jeremy Lee, on Flickr here is a 69 travel ease for $800, closer to my budget but not as cool. |
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Post by nccamper on Mar 31, 2019 9:45:01 GMT -8
As I see it, restore a small 1950s ham for tiny profit, a small 1960s toaster restoration for even less, a duel axle 1969 camper for a loss.
It’s a labor of love. On my latest Shasta I’ve lost blood for my meager profit. Don’t worry, I covered the blood with Tyvek and insulation.
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Post by kudzu on Mar 31, 2019 13:23:36 GMT -8
I like the look but was wondering why they were asking so much. I thought perhaps that brand and model were the most sought after or something. I watch the market close and I have yet to see a Silver Streak that wasn't priced higher than most other campers. Far from an expert but they seem to have somewhat of a following much to Airstreams do, but not as pricey as an Airstream. I believe that they are all aluminum framing, no wood which could be part of the reason. That attracts me but I have never really liked the interiors of the Silver Streaks I have seen, but I have only seen photos of a few. Might change my mind in person. I think when it comes to price, the most important thing regardless of brand is CONDITION. |
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Post by vikx on Mar 31, 2019 18:55:55 GMT -8
The price is high because it is similar to an Airstream. I've worked on a few Silver Streaks and they can have severe issues. Since the body is riveted, they are not repaired as our stick and tin vintage trailers are and the plywood floor is the biggest structural component (other than the skins). Everything depends on the floor edges being sound and well attached to the frame which isn't always the case.
Personally, I don't think Airstreams and the like are worth the money they bring. Friends bought a nice 82 for 12K but it has also cost them. (new air conditioner, fridge, tires, furnace repair, you name it) The newer 'Streams are known for having recalls and "issues" as well. For double the cost of a regular trailer, I'll pass.
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Post by kudzu on Apr 1, 2019 5:52:06 GMT -8
For double the cost of a regular trailer, I'll pass. I am in the same boat on Airstreams. I have heard people say because of the curve sides on the Airstream they feel smaller than the same size square built. Plus some other drawbacks to the shape. If we end up sealing our house and buy one to live in while we built a new house a big Airstream might be a good choice. They hold their values so well and we have thought of buying a big one as temporary housing. Then selling it when we move in the new house and they do hold their value. I am kind of intrigued by one particular model Avion trailer, I like the layout a lot. But having not seen one in person so I might change my mind after being inside. Still hoping that I find a 22' Yellowstone when I get ready to buy. The early ones still look more like what I want than anything else I have seen. |
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Post by jeremiah on Apr 1, 2019 6:07:11 GMT -8
The price is high because it is similar to an Airstream. I've worked on a few Silver Streaks and they can have severe issues. Since the body is riveted, they are not repaired as our stick and tin vintage trailers are and the plywood floor is the biggest structural component (other than the skins). Everything depends on the floor edges being sound and well attached to the frame which isn't always the case. Personally, I don't think Airstreams and the like are worth the money they bring. Friends bought a nice 82 for 12K but it has also cost them. (new air conditioner, fridge, tires, furnace repair, you name it) The newer 'Streams are known for having recalls and "issues" as well. For double the cost of a regular trailer, I'll pass. I was at a rally on the west coast last year one guy had 2 silver streak projects. One polished. Needed interior finished, but solid 44,000.00 and one out of a field, but solid 34,000.00 ASKING Prices, but he thought he was close. |
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Post by debranch on Apr 1, 2019 17:54:54 GMT -8
For double the cost of a regular trailer, I'll pass. I am in the same boat on Airstreams. I have heard people say because of the curve sides on the Airstream they feel smaller than the same size square built. Plus some other drawbacks to the shape. If we end up sealing our house and buy one to live in while we built a new house a big Airstream might be a good choice. They hold their values so well and we have thought of buying a big one as temporary housing. Then selling it when we move in the new house and they do hold their value. I am kind of intrigued by one particular model Avion trailer, I like the layout a lot. But having not seen one in person so I might change my mind after being inside. Still hoping that I find a 22' Yellowstone when I get ready to buy. The early ones still look more like what I want than anything else I have seen. about a year and a half back when I was looking of a project to do for my son I looked at an Avion trailer I also liked the layout. It had a nice size bathroom at the back 2 sets of bunks just outside of the bathroom then kitchen and the entire front was a table flanked by benches that turned into a king sized bed. I was very surprised by how much room was in it. if I remember correctly it was a 28 footer. The Argosy has the same look that's what we camped in when I was growing up. my parents bought an 18 footer new in 1972, and had a bunk added so it slept 5. |
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68 silver streak model 26 by Jeremy Lee, on Flickr
