We Built the Airstream of the Future

We're trying to buildout a 1971 Airstream with higher quality products and better technology than current ones on the market today. With a budget of just $35,000, this should be interesting :)
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[KillingMachine]

OK, hear me out on this. The finishing touch for the exterior of the old-style NASA decal. During the Mercury/Gemini/Apollo days, astronauts were transported to the Launch Pad in an Airstream RV.

[sleeplessstu]

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 !!

[RJ-cxgt]

I love car, boat, engine refurb/rebuild YouTube 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.

[MichaelKuczynski-uo]

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

[mtbevins]

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.

[Runeforged]

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!

[rgnewlife]

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 🙏

[richardhenry]

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.

[bethnolastname]

INCREDIBLE! Not only the work you both do but also the entertainment and instruction in your videos. Great job!

[Shortzy]

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.

[mitdragnurb]

You kids are amazing, you actually give me some hope for the next generation. Keep on trucking you two.

[MobileDwellings]

1:04 great little side narrative there. wasn't expecting that. love that you're still engaging me with the voice over.

[tammycruz]

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😊

[jsurfslammer]

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😀.

[da_SpiffR]

I am SO loving this build and can't wait for the next episode. Sending good vibes to you both! Love love.

[MobileDwellings]

Yessss. So excited to see another airstream build video!

[shemphoward]

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😁

[GrantRTanner]

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.

[RichieRouge]

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.

[CJR]

Yea I feel your joy and pain! I'm living in my 1966 Airstream 26' Overlander Twin. Still in the remodeling process.