OK, hear me out on this. The finishing touch for the exterior of the Airstream......an old-style NASA decal. During the Mercury/Gemini/Apollo days, astronauts were transported to the Launch Pad in an Airstream RV.
I owned a 1967 Cessna 150 for about 10 years. The build of your trailer is very similar to general aviation aircraft. They too are constructed with aluminum and lots and lots of rivets. These aircraft air-frames last forever. Corrosion can be an issue but overall the structures hold up. MDF bolted to a steel frame ( typical of other trailer builds) is going to have a limit to its life. Aluminum will last much longer. Great build and fun to watch. Thank you.
Very cool build . Had some friends in Wyoming that thought it would be cool to polish there airplane , after two weeks they brought a crew in from Colorado to finish what they had started. I had a shop and we did polishing , we wore full ( disposable) suits to close off any openings we had respirator’s with outside air pumped in and a booth with a filtration system . And yes you do end up looking like a chimney sweep . That’s why polishing is expensive . Cant wait to see how this turns out . Thanks
The single most interesting video I’ve seen in a long time. I was a nomad cuz of poverty as a kid from time to time and I have no desire to revisit the lifestyle but the videos you guys make for some reason they are addicting lol. Nice work you two!
I'm an Airstream RV technician, and I think you guys did a fantastic job on this build. In the future I would stay away from the flexible solar panels used in this build because Airstream uses tape to secure them to the roof panelin, & within a short period of time that tape fails, and the panels tend to left. Also I hope you sealed the unit using appropriate sealants and proper rivets. Kudos for using clecos!!
This is really a fun project ! I literally grew up in an airstream trailer. Back in the ‘60’s and 70’s my parents were teachers in Washington State and we spent many weekends, summers and holidays traveling the US and Canada. I was often the only kid on those long big airstream caravans and traversed the Rocky Mountains with a hundred “grandpas and grandmas” 😂. Someone had a big commercial grill in the their truck and set it up every morning to cook flap jacks, eggs and sausage for everyone. Fun times ! I miss that old land yacht. I hope it brings much joy to your lives and you create as many good memories as I had ! OMG I sound like I’m in a rocking chair 🤣. I want to rebuild one too !!
I love car, boat, engine refurb/rebuild RUclips content, and I will generally watch two or three ‘episodes’ before subscribing. I like what you do (the airstream is something different) and the style of video presentation, the hours spent setting up shots, cutting and editing are appreciated. I am so pleased the ‘algorithm’ found your channel for me, I have liked and subscribed, looking forward to the next episode.
I'm impressed with you GUYS!!! yOU INSPIRE ME! I don't have an Airstream, but What I have, its already 30+yrs old. It was 4"X8" tilt type trailer I got for free, it needed a lot of work.. I Move the Axle back, re-deck it. Framed it & with side panels going up about the 2/3 the way up. Then put a Canvas roof came down the sides about 1/3 down, it was like a Conestoga. Became my Travel trailer when I did Retail shows. Now, I'm repurposing it once again, making a mini camper out of it. I'm about 1/2 way there. The roof is aluminum, a window on either side. looking good.
I ABSOLUTELY LOVE that you guys addressed the backward lug nuts!! I JUST found your last video and commented. Saw that this video was available and had to watch. Keep up the great work.
Hello 🎉, Thanks for sharing your story!!! I am 63 years old and a retired. I was waiting to really know all about the Airstream, so I can restore my own, but now what I have seen 😮 I will just build my 8.5 x 20 long car hauler trailer out, and keep my weight down as much as possible. Have a super blessed life 🙏
You are both so talented and hard working. I am sure the reason you got this trailer gutted is that somebody else realized how over their head they were on trying to restore one of these. I give you both credit for sticking with it. I realized years ago with my 1973 Argosy (Airstream) that with limited time available; I would have to complete my restoration in stages- having each stage completed and ready for camping the next year. I knew my limitations. I would have given up- doing it like you are😁
Our first RV is a 17' Casita (fiberglass) 2019, it costs more but like Airstream it should last way more than 15 yrs. It is good for weekend trips and even a week trip. Our last trip to Big Bend for the New Year we camped with an Airstream group (about 6 of them). I thought they were great, even a couple "restores" and watching these videos is like visual relive from their stores. Anyway wife retires in a couple years and might try this project myself😀.
You guys are doing great. I was one of the lug nut guys, just giving you a hard time, happens to all of us, guarantee you will never put one one the wrong way in the future.
Hi guys. SORRY I missed the premiere last night but totally loved watching you today and Jay's comment about BUILDING A WALL cracked me up lol. Stay safe and I pray you have a great week
What a great video and you two are such great people! Such enthusiasm and drive through the lows to create something quite special. But you also hit the nail on the head - in the face of cheap, throwaway things these days and low prices we expect - the Airstreams are still of the ‘you get what you pay for’ and once people get their heads around that concept it makes perfect sense.
I’ve been waiting for this episode like I waited for Guardian’s Of the Galaxy Volume 3! You both are so lovable and fun/funny 😂 I watched it once then again with my wife. Cant wait for part 3 😂😂😂 thank you Sssoooo much!
Love the way you all moderate for each other’s channels!! I really appreciate your way of vlogging and keeping it real while adding thoughts and opinions in as well as showing it all as you go!! I could watch 20 of your episodes in a row!!
Wowiee, great work you put in to this beauty ,she wont let you down blessings to the both if you ris Nice to see a couple work so good together and you have a lovely sence of humor also😊❤.
Looks great sheet alloy needs patience I have been building high end alloy boats for 15 years , beautiful materials Now learn to build a car 1000 hours done 2000 hours left Very hard work but very rewarding
After 9 years of full time Airstream living, I will say nothing comes close to the quality, style and the comfort of these timeless beauties! Family members have alway ready started fighting over who inherits the Airstream, and I’m in my 60’s and healthy?!!
now that you've removed the finish and polished it to a mirror shine, you will need to repolish about every year to prevent oxidization. yup, that's why they put that finish on at the factory
It was neat to see you both finish this airstream. You got a new sub. My hubby and I are full time living off grid in the dessert in a class C. Starting to build an off grid home. It's been challenging and interesting for us old farts but we are having fun.
We did a lot of the same things what we did do that you did do is we got bamboo flooring totally worth it batteries we went with a LTO battery chemistry 20,000 cycles. Totally worth it really safe and they don’t catch fire like prismatic war lithium ion or a lithium cobalt, the most they’ll ever do is get a little warm in eject seem
Just stumbled upon your project as things are wont to do on RUclips. Production value is awesome and I am riveted and can’t wait for the next in the series.
When pushing wood through by the guide on the table saw one is not supposed to use your bare hands near to the spinning blade as you may eliminate the fingers attachments to other parts of the hand. Don't think it can't happen to you.
I love how positive you ard throughout every single channel that's one of the many things that make you so special ..its looking beautiful already ..you guys are so amazing...Thanku for sharing cant wait to see more .. exciting much love an God bless always x
I don‘t know the street laws in USA, but in europe is it not allowed to have a mirror finish at any car. Tank Trucks made from stainless steel have round circles at the surface of the tank to brake the mirror finish. It not allowed because you can distract other drivers with your vehicle. When the sun is pointing at your vehicle it reflects the light everywhere.
Good thing about the polishing, is you only have to redo it a few times a year, to keep that shine, since it will start to oxidize. Don't take it on any salted roads, or you'll be sanding before you polish. I have polished aluminum rims, and i have to re-polish them every 2 months, and re-sand once a year.
Obviously, you two are super talented. Not least, in that you can work together without fighting. But your technical skills make the feasible. You have at least $15,000 in labor. Added to your renovation budget, you are $50,000 into this. I love that you are doing it, but now way would I ever consider this.
That's also assuming they aren't pulling the wool over peoples eyes. A lot of DIY vids like this hide the fact that other people help when the camera isn't on.
@@KelsAndJay girl my Sissy remodels them and flips them. The one I told you about @airstreamfacelift but I’m not sure. I’m actually considering traveling in my Excursion for a while. Hey I should come there and have you guys help me finish (Tiny) up remember I started on her but I never finished because I bought (dream) hmmm 🤔 I feel a video or two in our future 😜
Cannot wait for this to be finished! Y'all are crushing it. Also, I hated cleaning up the windows in our bus.. it was a week of work with 18 windows... still the worst project by far lol
Stumbled on this channel randomly. 15 years for a "regular" RV may be generous, in my experience they are not very well made. I spent the weekend fixing issues on a brand new one we got a couple of weeks ago. Anyway; great job fixing up the old airstream. This looks like a fun, if massive, project and I'm looking forward to seeing the end result. Keep up the great work.
I like what you did. However, won't close foam insulation that is rigid be prone to cracking when you drive down the road? I am curious how it will last.
OK, hear me out on this. The finishing touch for the exterior of the Airstream......an old-style NASA decal. During the Mercury/Gemini/Apollo days, astronauts were transported to the Launch Pad in an Airstream RV.
How cool, I had no idea! Thanks for sharing, we'll definitely have to look into this 😊
Yes. This is a must
Great trivia question.
@@KelsAndJay
Also when Apollo 11 crew returned from the moon they were quarentined in an Airstream 👍
I owned a 1967 Cessna 150 for about 10 years. The build of your trailer is very similar to general aviation aircraft. They too are constructed with aluminum and lots and lots of rivets. These aircraft air-frames last forever. Corrosion can be an issue but overall the structures hold up. MDF bolted to a steel frame ( typical of other trailer builds) is going to have a limit to its life. Aluminum will last much longer. Great build and fun to watch. Thank you.
Very cool build . Had some friends in Wyoming that thought it would be cool to polish there airplane , after two weeks they brought a crew in from Colorado to finish what they had started. I had a shop and we did polishing , we wore full ( disposable) suits to close off any openings we had respirator’s with outside air pumped in and a booth with a filtration system . And yes you do end up looking like a chimney sweep . That’s why polishing is expensive . Cant wait to see how this turns out . Thanks
The single most interesting video I’ve seen in a long time. I was a nomad cuz of poverty as a kid from time to time and I have no desire to revisit the lifestyle but the videos you guys make for some reason they are addicting lol. Nice work you two!
I'm an Airstream RV technician, and I think you guys did a fantastic job on this build. In the future I would stay away from the flexible solar panels used in this build because Airstream uses tape to secure them to the roof panelin, & within a short period of time that tape fails, and the panels tend to left. Also I hope you sealed the unit using appropriate sealants and proper rivets. Kudos for using clecos!!
This is really a fun project ! I literally grew up in an airstream trailer. Back in the ‘60’s and 70’s my parents were teachers in Washington State and we spent many weekends, summers and holidays traveling the US and Canada. I was often the only kid on those long big airstream caravans and traversed the Rocky Mountains with a hundred “grandpas and grandmas” 😂. Someone had a big commercial grill in the their truck and set it up every morning to cook flap jacks, eggs and sausage for everyone. Fun times ! I miss that old land yacht. I hope it brings much joy to your lives and you create as many good memories as I had ! OMG I sound like I’m in a rocking chair 🤣. I want to rebuild one too !!
Stories like this make us so happy to hear🥰 thank you for taking the time to share!! 💛
I love car, boat, engine refurb/rebuild RUclips content, and I will generally watch two or three ‘episodes’ before subscribing. I like what you do (the airstream is something different) and the style of video presentation, the hours spent setting up shots, cutting and editing are appreciated. I am so pleased the ‘algorithm’ found your channel for me, I have liked and subscribed, looking forward to the next episode.
I'm impressed with you GUYS!!! yOU INSPIRE ME! I don't have an Airstream, but What I have, its already 30+yrs old. It was 4"X8" tilt type trailer I got for free, it needed a lot of work.. I Move the Axle back, re-deck it. Framed it & with side panels going up about the 2/3 the way up. Then put a Canvas roof came down the sides about 1/3 down, it was like a Conestoga. Became my Travel trailer when I did Retail shows. Now, I'm repurposing it once again, making a mini camper out of it. I'm about 1/2 way there. The roof is aluminum, a window on either side. looking good.
I ABSOLUTELY LOVE that you guys addressed the backward lug nuts!! I JUST found your last video and commented. Saw that this video was available and had to watch. Keep up the great work.
Hello 🎉,
Thanks for sharing your story!!!
I am 63 years old and a retired.
I was waiting to really know all about the Airstream, so I can restore my own, but now what I have seen 😮 I will just build my 8.5 x 20 long car hauler trailer out, and keep my weight down as much as possible. Have a super blessed life 🙏
You kids are amazing, you actually give me some hope for the next generation. Keep on trucking you two.
What next generation? if they have a next generation they would be too busy to do these projects
Yessss. So excited to see another airstream build video!
1:04 great little side narrative there. wasn't expecting that. love that you're still engaging me with the voice over.
Hey using leftover stuff is DIY that's what it's meant for It ain't cheating at all You guys are doing a great job It looks beautiful😊
INCREDIBLE! Not only the work you both do but also the entertainment and instruction in your videos. Great job!
Thanks Beth, so good to see you here 🥰
I am SO loving this build and can't wait for the next episode. Sending good vibes to you both! Love love.
Thank you!! Can't wait to share more with you guys. Sending good vibes back 😎
This has got to be the most relatable project I've ever watched unfold lol
You are both so talented and hard working. I am sure the reason you got this trailer gutted is that somebody else realized how over their head they were on trying to restore one of these. I give you both credit for sticking with it. I realized years ago with my 1973 Argosy (Airstream) that with limited time available; I would have to complete my restoration in stages- having each stage completed and ready for camping the next year. I knew my limitations. I would have given up- doing it like you are😁
Yea I feel your joy and pain! I'm living in my 1966 Airstream 26' Overlander Twin. Still in the remodeling process.
Kels, the dirt just shows you put in the effort to get the results. It's good dirt.
9:17 love this montage and music. so motivating for some reason.
Our first RV is a 17' Casita (fiberglass) 2019, it costs more but like Airstream it should last way more than 15 yrs. It is good for weekend trips and even a week trip. Our last trip to Big Bend for the New Year we camped with an Airstream group (about 6 of them). I thought they were great, even a couple "restores" and watching these videos is like visual relive from their stores. Anyway wife retires in a couple years and might try this project myself😀.
I love this because the airstream has always been my favorite camper.
1/4 in. So glad to see the spray foam. A clear winner for me in terms of structural benefit, insulating value and probably soundproofing as well.
12:48 these j cuts are brutal but you're really keeping me on my toes. Definitely keep going!
Fantastic journey and genius refurb (1% inspiration plus 99% perspiration). Thanks so much for sharing!
My RV is 20 years old and still going strong! Good work there..
You guys are doing great. I was one of the lug nut guys, just giving you a hard time, happens to all of us, guarantee you will never put one one the wrong way in the future.
Haha we can take it and are grateful for those who pointed out the silly mistake. Will definitely never make that mistake again!😂
Wow, you guys are such an inspiration! I'm working on a 1972 22' Safari and you give me much hope and so many great ideas. Thank you!
Hi guys. SORRY I missed the premiere last night but totally loved watching you today and Jay's comment about BUILDING A WALL cracked me up lol. Stay safe and I pray you have a great week
We missed you Paul, but no worries at all!! Haha thank you, hope you're having a great week as well 😊
What a great video and you two are such great people! Such enthusiasm and drive through the lows to create something quite special. But you also hit the nail on the head - in the face of cheap, throwaway things these days and low prices we expect - the Airstreams are still of the ‘you get what you pay for’ and once people get their heads around that concept it makes perfect sense.
13:10 there it goes. full circle. narrative complete.
Lol @ the clearly obvious wasp nest and the “RIP the bees” comment, love you guys!
I’ve been waiting for this episode like I waited for Guardian’s Of the Galaxy Volume 3! You both are so lovable and fun/funny 😂 I watched it once then again with my wife. Cant wait for part 3 😂😂😂 thank you Sssoooo much!
Aww Joe haha that's so kind. Thank you for your kind words and support, it means a lot to us! 💛
7:41 wth is that cute little drill?! you guys have everything!
3:58 nicely done Jay
Love the way you all moderate for each other’s channels!! I really appreciate your way of vlogging and keeping it real while adding thoughts and opinions in as well as showing it all as you go!! I could watch 20 of your episodes in a row!!
We're so grateful to be part of such an amazing group of friends! Thank you, we really appreciate that 😊💛
It's beautiful!. Great video and editing. You will have something special when it's done
Awesome!
Great way to bond as a couple too !
Very impressed with the editing, and the humor. Best of luck. Thanks for the vid
y'all are freaking killing it! So proud of you and so excited for you!
Thanks for always being so supportive Amy, we appreciate you!!🥰
Wowiee, great work you put in to this beauty ,she wont let you down blessings to the both if you ris Nice to see a couple work so good together and you have a lovely sence of humor also😊❤.
Looks great sheet alloy needs patience
I have been building high end alloy boats for 15 years , beautiful materials
Now learn to build a car 1000 hours done 2000 hours left
Very hard work but very rewarding
After 9 years of full time Airstream living, I will say nothing comes close to the quality, style and the comfort of these timeless beauties! Family members have alway ready started fighting over who inherits the Airstream, and I’m in my 60’s and healthy?!!
Take it with you bruv. Have them bury you in it so you'll spend eternity in the manner that you lived lol
I think I may be your long lost favorite son. Go ahead and put me at the top of the inheritance list for that Airstream! Lol
They're going to have to wait at LEAST another 20-30 years!
If you want to disappoint them all just go ahead and give it to me? jk
You guys are fun to watch, just as people, and your Airstream rebuild is absolutely fantastic. Newly subscribed!
"You just said I weigh 300" was a boss level response. lmao
You guys are great!!! And I can appreciate what you’re doing!! Cheers
I love that you got yourselves a pre-scratched oven :D
now that you've removed the finish and polished it to a mirror shine, you will need to repolish about every year to prevent oxidization. yup, that's why they put that finish on at the factory
Absolutely love the entire approach you have taken!
Another awesome day of building!!
Nice job guys! I love watching other people work hard.
13:43 Kels and Jay have arrived!
That is looking AWESOME ! And Jay you are one crafty guy !
Wow! Much praise is due. Thank you for your Airstream videos. I will certainly stay away from such a project.
Restoration is so much more difficult than new construction. It’s a never ending game if scavenging the good and tossing the bad and buying the new.
Fantastic job guys loved the video great narration great skills , beautiful thanks for sharing.
Thanks for watching Mel! 😊
It was neat to see you both finish this airstream. You got a new sub. My hubby and I are full time living off grid in the dessert in a class C. Starting to build an off grid home. It's been challenging and interesting for us old farts but we are having fun.
Came back to give this a proper watch. You two killed this build. Very nice. ✌
You're the best Bart, thank you! 😊💛
Loved your video great job guys
Lovin' you two!!
Jay, "You tryin' to say I weigh 600 pounds?"
Kels, "What?!? You just said I weigh 300"
Jay, "...what?"
Hahaha!!!
When you mentioned the "airstream of the Future", I started dreaming with one made of carbon fiber, solar panels, and a retro look. 😊
In 50 years you can call carbonfiber retro.
Really impressed in your build and the hard work you guys putting into it. Subscribed!
Thanks John, really appreciate it!!
Perervere! Proud of ya.
Can't wait to see the progress! Also, five points to Gryffindor for the Handlebar mustache. :)
😂😂 thanks Mehaul! Hope you're well!
Your dedication is insane,whoa😁
Can't wait for more! Great job!
We did a lot of the same things what we did do that you did do is we got bamboo flooring totally worth it batteries we went with a LTO battery chemistry 20,000 cycles. Totally worth it really safe and they don’t catch fire like prismatic war lithium ion or a lithium cobalt, the most they’ll ever do is get a little warm in eject seem
Just stumbled upon your project as things are wont to do on RUclips. Production value is awesome and I am riveted and can’t wait for the next in the series.
When pushing wood through by the guide on the table saw one is not supposed to use your bare hands near to the spinning blade as you may eliminate the fingers attachments to other parts of the hand. Don't think it can't happen to you.
I've watched people do just that. Most were experienced and knew better.
So fun to see the process (and not have to do any of the work), great job!
Admirable work and video! Thanks!
7:37 super bougie baby!
LOL...If it was easy everyone would be rebuilding one! I think you are doing a superb job...keep it up.
I love how positive you ard throughout every single channel that's one of the many things that make you so special ..its looking beautiful already ..you guys are so amazing...Thanku for sharing cant wait to see more .. exciting much love an God bless always x
Aw thank you Wendy! You are so special to us 💛 thanks for always spreading positivity yourself 😊💛
@@KelsAndJay my absolute pleasure hope you both doing ok miss you x
I don‘t know the street laws in USA, but in europe is it not allowed to have a mirror finish at any car. Tank Trucks made from stainless steel have round circles at the surface of the tank to brake the mirror finish.
It not allowed because you can distract other drivers with your vehicle. When the sun is pointing at your vehicle it reflects the light everywhere.
but it looks great! :P
@@uranblut It might distract other drivers and kill a few people but so what? That's just life... or death
I like the polished surface, do you think it might be too shiney. Like when the sun hits it (other drivers nearby).
I love it I love it I love it
Good job friends ❤
great work. I love how it is turning out
Good thing about the polishing, is you only have to redo it a few times a year, to keep that shine, since it will start to oxidize. Don't take it on any salted roads, or you'll be sanding before you polish. I have polished aluminum rims, and i have to re-polish them every 2 months, and re-sand once a year.
you could shine juice it
@@uranblut Doesn't that dry to a matte finish? Kind of defeats the purpose of polished, if it isn't absolutely clear.
@@klubstompers that would indeed be funny if turns out matte again :D
@@uranblut Yeah, would love to find something that goes on clear and stays clear, and lasts.
I stumbled across your channel and now I'm hooked. Subscribed!
Looking amazing!
You're both impressive and inspiring. ❤
wow you guys finally blew up & are internet famous now!
I absolutely love what you have done so far! Amazing!❤❤❤
Obviously, you two are super talented. Not least, in that you can work together without fighting. But your technical skills make the feasible. You have at least $15,000 in labor. Added to your renovation budget, you are $50,000 into this. I love that you are doing it, but now way would I ever consider this.
That's also assuming they aren't pulling the wool over peoples eyes. A lot of DIY vids like this hide the fact that other people help when the camera isn't on.
That's cute 😂 you still are keeping the mystery of pooping together a thing.
LMAO 😂 Kels the dirt on your face 😂😂
This Airstream is dope! Great job guys. Jay’s the man
Thanks love!! 💛💛 could totally see you in an airstream. Next project?!😝
@@KelsAndJay girl my Sissy remodels them and flips them. The one I told you about @airstreamfacelift but I’m not sure. I’m actually considering traveling in my Excursion for a while. Hey I should come there and have you guys help me finish (Tiny) up remember I started on her but I never finished because I bought (dream) hmmm 🤔 I feel a video or two in our future 😜
Your next project should be a 1939 33' Chris Craft sedan cruiser.
Absolutely amazing job, both the airstream and the video!
Wow. You guys have done amazing job ❤
It is nice seeing couples working together, even when working on a pos. ha-ha
Very well produced vid, thanks.
Thank you for wearing proper safety equipment!
Cannot wait for this to be finished! Y'all are crushing it. Also, I hated cleaning up the windows in our bus.. it was a week of work with 18 windows... still the worst project by far lol
18 windows sounds like my worst nightmare 😂
Very Interesting and intriguing, never heard of airstream ❤
Stumbled on this channel randomly. 15 years for a "regular" RV may be generous, in my experience they are not very well made. I spent the weekend fixing issues on a brand new one we got a couple of weeks ago. Anyway; great job fixing up the old airstream. This looks like a fun, if massive, project and I'm looking forward to seeing the end result. Keep up the great work.
Looking amazing guys!
Thanks Lisa! Hope you're well 😊
11:35 - it's a wasp nest, not bees.
You are great, very nice job!
Thank you!! Now I feel less bad about them no longer being there haha
I like what you did. However, won't close foam insulation that is rigid be prone to cracking when you drive down the road? I am curious how it will last.