We Built the Airstream of the Future
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- Опубликовано: 1 апр 2023
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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 👍
Really cool, tuck your hoodie strings in when buffing and grinding 😅
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!! 💛
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
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.
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.
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!
Yessss. So excited to see another airstream build video!
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 😎
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.
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😊
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
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 🙏
1:04 great little side narrative there. wasn't expecting that. love that you're still engaging me with the voice over.
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.
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.
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 😊
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
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.
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 😊💛
Nice job guys! I love watching other people work hard.
9:17 love this montage and music. so motivating for some reason.
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!!🥰
You guys are fun to watch, just as people, and your Airstream rebuild is absolutely fantastic. Newly subscribed!
Your dedication is insane,whoa😁
I absolutely love what you have done so far! Amazing!❤❤❤
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😀.
12:48 these j cuts are brutal but you're really keeping me on my toes. Definitely keep going!
Can't wait for more! Great job!
You guys are great!!! And I can appreciate what you’re doing!! Cheers
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.
That is looking AWESOME ! And Jay you are one crafty guy !
Absolutely love the entire approach you have taken!
Another awesome day of building!!
My RV is 20 years old and still going strong! Good work there..
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😊❤.
Great job!
This has got to be the most relatable project I've ever watched unfold lol
Awesome!
Great way to bond as a couple too !
7:41 wth is that cute little drill?! you guys have everything!
Admirable work and video! Thanks!
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! 💛
great work. I love how it is turning out
You're both impressive and inspiring. ❤
Looking amazing!
Loved your video great job guys
Wow. You guys have done amazing job ❤
I love this because the airstream has always been my favorite camper.
Absolutely amazing job, both the airstream and the video!
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.
Very well produced vid, thanks.
Kels, the dirt just shows you put in the effort to get the results. It's good dirt.
Lookin’ good!
Your next project should be a 1939 33' Chris Craft sedan cruiser.
Yea I feel your joy and pain! I'm living in my 1966 Airstream 26' Overlander Twin. Still in the remodeling process.
Well done 🙂
Nice!! Looking good!
It's beautiful!. Great video and editing. You will have something special when it's done
Really impressed in your build and the hard work you guys putting into it. Subscribed!
Thanks John, really appreciate it!!
Came back to give this a proper watch. You two killed this build. Very nice. ✌
You're the best Bart, thank you! 😊💛
This is super dope guy's 🔥
Interesting, yours content! 👍 We don't have a culture of vacationing in trailers, so it's really interesting, especially since you do everything yourself! 😎 Thanks 👍
Fantastic job guys loved the video great narration great skills , beautiful thanks for sharing.
Thanks for watching Mel! 😊
So fun to see the process (and not have to do any of the work), great job!
Very nice job guys !!👍
Big challenge, but you guys rock it.❤
7:37 super bougie baby!
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
sensational edit
Looking amazing guys!
Thanks Lisa! Hope you're well 😊
Very Interesting and intriguing, never heard of airstream ❤
Looks amazing
Love this!!! I want one.
When you mentioned the "airstream of the Future", I started dreaming with one made of carbon fiber, solar panels, and a retro look. 😊
Perervere! Proud of ya.
Epic!!!!!!
3:58 nicely done Jay
"You just said I weigh 300" was a boss level response. lmao
I stumbled across your channel and now I'm hooked. Subscribed!
The build looks really good. :)
I love it I love it I love it
Good job friends ❤
Wow! Much praise is due. Thank you for your Airstream videos. I will certainly stay away from such a project.
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!😂
Love this I’ve been rebuilding a toy hauler I got for pretty much free way different than a home
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 😂
13:10 there it goes. full circle. narrative complete.
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
Fantastic video and work! Thanks to your video if I ever get a camper it will be a fiberglass one, as there is no way I would go through this;-)
Use a cup wheel for the polish process. You need more contact with the surface.
Suscribed! I love your narration.
Thank you, we appreciate that!!
Howdy from London, awesome vid.
Great video you guys wow 👍 and nice craftsmanship 😎
Thanks Mary!
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
just discovered you 😎
what a beautiful channel ♥️
Those eyes… my precious airstream 😂😂✌️✌️✌️
I like the polished surface, do you think it might be too shiney. Like when the sun hits it (other drivers nearby).
1:34 holy tribal arm tats bro!
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
Fantastic build. Love the reporpuse parts. Only thing, I would of replaced the axel when it's was off the body.