Episode 37: The 50's
Join Host Tim Shephard and Panel Pros Colin Hyde and Rob Baker and special guest VAC Historian, Fred Coldwell as they discuss Airstream trailers from the 1950's.
Episode 37: The 50's
Join Host Tim Shephard and Panel Pros Colin Hyde and Rob Baker and special guest VAC Historian, Fred Coldwell as they discuss Airstream trailers from the 1950's.
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Colin picks up a ’73 Sovereign
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Blood everywhere!
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Colin takes Shiner to heart
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1950 the year of change
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Trailers shrink in the early 50’s
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Pipe frames not for extended travel
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Ladder frames come about
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Wind names go away
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15 panel trailer?
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The ladder frame evolves throughout the 50’s
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Airstream competitors necessitates stress forming
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Problems repairing formed panels
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50’s appliances
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Rob’s restoration insight for 50’s trailers
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Ohio vs. California
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CA Department of Housing dictates design
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Restoring the Ambassador to code
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1950’s trim levels, Standard, Land Yacht, International
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Rob still in search of International Globes
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Wally Byam’s Holiday
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1950’s offers a full AS lineup
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50’s amenities desired today
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Ounces makes pounds
Thanks to the Trailer Park Troubadours for our theme music
Release Date: 02-01-07
Running Time: 43:08