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Airstrean International

The Airstream International line redefines upscale and contemporary sleek sophistication. For designer styling as unique as you are, choose from two breathtaking interior decors.

From award-winning architect and designer Christopher C. Deam comes the Signature Series CCD. Inspired by the desire to visually echo the reflective exterior, this design combines a polished aluminum interior with luxurious Wenge laminate. The effect is to open up the trailer to as much light as possible reflecting off the polished surfaces and creating a high contrast feast for the senses. Intuitive floorplans and spatial design do away with any sense of clutter without sacrificing charm. Modern color options and fabric choices complement the high contrast aluminum and laminate elements, creating a subtle but magical connection between the exterior and interior space.

For those who crave the oceanside experience, the International is also available in the light and airy Ocean Breeze decor. Offering watery, oceanic colors and a delightfully peaceful aura, you'll swear you can almost hear the sounds of surf every time you step inside.

Both styling packages feature "vista view" and panoramic windows, truly bringing the outside in. At night, strategically-placed recessed halogen lighting sparkles like starlight across the interior aluminum skin. Every color, shape, surface, and texture contribute to an atmosphere of relaxed modernism, with the perfect balance of luxury and streamlined efficiency that give this series its unmatched international flair that follows wherever the road takes you.

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Airstream Safari SE

We offer the Safari Travel Trailer in three models: Safari, Safari Sport, and Safari SE. All lightweight and rugged, each recommends itself to you with something special: whether you're a first-time Airstreamer or a seasoned veteran of the road.

Every inch of an Airstream Safari has a functional purpose, and not one of those inches was built for planned obsolescence. You can buy Safari today and join the thousands of Airstream owners still driving the original models they purchased. Two thirds of the Airstreams ever made?since the 1930's?are still on the road.

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Interstate specifications

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3500 DAIMLER CHRYSLER SPRINTER VAN W/UNIBODY CONSTRUCTION
MERCEDES - 3.0 LITER TURBO CHARGED V-6 DIESEL

280 FT/LB @ 1200 - 2400 RPM 154 H.P. @ 3400 RPM

MERCEDES - 5 SPEED AUTOMATIC W/AUTOSTICK
UBW (Unit Base Weight) (lbs.) 8436
NCC 2594
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) (lbs.) 11,030
GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating) (lbs.) 15250
Seating Capacity/Sleeping Capacity 2/6
Fuel Tank Capacity 26.4
Water Tank w/Drain Valve 26
Heated Black Tank (gal) 16
12 Volt Heated Gray Tank (Gal) 27
LPG (lbs) 14 Gal
Water Heater LP/Electric Water Heater - XT Series (gal) 6
Furnace (BTU) 16,000
Fridge (cubic ft.) 3.1 cu ft
Exterior Height w/Antenna 9'7"
Exterior Length /Factory Spare Tire 22'9"
Exterior Width 79.7"
Interior Head Room 74 1/4"
Interior Width at Floor 70"

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If you own any trailer or motorhome manufactured by Airstream, Inc., WBCCI offers you fun and exciting opportunities to enjoy your Airstream and the RV Lifestyle. Whether you are traveling with your children or have retired to travel the world, you can do it best in the oldest and finest RV association, the Wally Byam Caravan Club International (WBCCI).

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DISINFECTION OF POTABLE WATER ON YOUR AIRSTREAM

INSTRUCTIONS FOR DISINFECTION OF POTABLE WATER SYSTEMS ON RECREATION VEHICLES
As approved by the U.S. Public Health Service
To assure complete disinfection of your potable water system, it is recommended that the following procedures be followed on a new system, one that has not been used for a period of time, or one that may have become contaminated. This procedure is also recommended before long periods of storage such as over winter.
1. Prepare a chlorine solution using 1 gallon of water and 1/4 cup of household bleach (sodium hypochlorite solution). With tank empty, pour chlorine solution into the tank. Use 1 gallon solution for each 15 gallons of tank capacity. This procedure will result in a residual chlorine concentration of 50 ppm in the water system. If a 100 ppm concentration is required as discussed in item 3, use 1/2 cup of household bleach with 1 gallon of water to prepare the chlorine solution. One gallon of the solution should be used for each 15 gallons of tank capacity.
2. Complete filling of tank with potable water. Open each faucet and run the water until a distinct odor of chlorine can be detected in the water discharged. Do not forget the hot water taps.
3. Allow the system to stand for at least 4 hours when disinfecting with 50 ppm residual chlorine. If a shorter time period is desired, then a 100 ppm chlorine concentration should be permitted to stand in the system for at least 1 hour.
4. Drain and flush with potable water.
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Storing Batteries and Maintenance of 12-volt Batteries

What should I do with my battery before I store it for the winter?
Batteries in storage:
* Store batteries in fully charged condition. (12.6 volts 100% charge).
* Batteries will loose about 0.1 volt per month even when disconnected. (0.1 volt X 6 months = .6 volts. 12.6 volts - .6 volts = 12.0 volts, state of charge is less than 25% with no draw just setting).
* Charge your batteries every 30 days when disconnected in storage.
* Coach Battery NOT disconnected will use from 0.1 amp to 0.5 amp or more. (A 105 ah battery will be dead in less than 200 hours with a .5 amp draw). Remove the battery cables from the battery if you do not have a battery disconnect, and recharge every 30 days
What type of maintenance should I do for my 12-volt battery?
Battery Maintenance:
1. Keep the batteries clean.
2. Check the water levels and fill as needed. (distilled only)
3. Recharge batteries every 30 days even when not in use.

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Airstream how to's AC Polarity

What is AC polarity, and how can I determine when it's correct at the campground pedestal?
Understanding the nuances of electricity can be most confusing and daunting. The biggest problem is our propensity to confuse what we know about the RV's DC battery systems with the AC system. Each system has it's own set of rules and most are not interchangeable.
While DC current flows in one direction only, in North America the AC system operates at a frequency of 60 cycles per second or Hertz and it alternates directions. Direct Current has a polarity of positive and negative which remain constant; positive is always positive and negative is always negative. Alternating Current, on the other hand, switches polarity between the hot and neutral wires sixty times per second.
Picture "time" as a straight line drawn across a piece of paper. Above the line is considered positive voltage, below the line it's a negative voltage. Therefore the polarity is positive half the time and negative half the time. They are said to have a polarity of alternating values. Obviously too fast to measure with a typical volt meter. An oscilloscope, however, will clearly show the alternations in the form of a measurable Sine wave.
Wiring is accomplished via a "hot" (black) and a "neutral" (white) along with a third, uninsulated grounded wire. In theory, many AC devices would still operate okay with reverse polarity, (Remember seeing lamp plugs that could be plugged in either way?), but polarity is most important for people and pets around the RV. AC polarity is easily checked with a device called a polarity tester. It simply plugs into one of the receptacles inside the RV and a series of LED's indicates if the polarity is correct or if the hot and neutral incoming wires are reversed, or if any of the wires in the circuit are "open" (not connected). Consider it extremely value-priced (cheap) insurance that could save your life in some situations. No RVer should be without one.
We recommend checking the voltage and the polarity at the campground pedestal before even connecting the shoreline cord. If the voltage is between 105-volts and 130-volts AC and the polarity is correct, you know it is safe to plug in. Also consider the addition of a surge protector for your rig. Both high and low AC voltages can be damaging to sensitive equipment on the RV.
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Airstream how to's Battery charging trouble

Dry camping drains the camper battery overnight with very limited use of the 12-volt lights. The battery recharges okay while on landline. A sixty-mile trip did not recharge the battery via an alternator charge. Where and how should I continue to troubleshoot?
First be sure the battery is "fully" charged. Monitor the specific gravity of the electrolyte while charging and record the readings every two to three hours. A battery is considered fully charged when the specific gravity peaks and does not increase over a two-hour period. A fully charged battery will have a specific gravity of about 1.265. This may take awhile, so be patient. Do not charge rapidly. Stay below the gassing voltage of 14.3 volts during the complete charging cycle.
Once you are sure the battery is fully charged, look for drains on the system by using a volt-Ohmmeter with a minimum ten-amp scale. Here's how; turn all 12-volt devices off. Disconnect the negative cable from that battery and insert the meter in-line with that cable. Any current draw over 600-800 milli-amps indicates an excessive drain on the system. At the fuse block, remove each fuse, one fuse at a time. The circuit with the drain will be revealed when the current drain disappears as that fuse is pulled. The final step is to simply identify the components in that circuit to find the culprit.
If no drains are found, inspect the positive and negative terminals at the truck/camper connection. Be sure the positive and ground wires are the same gauge. Oftentimes technicians install a large positive wire, (as they should), but neglect to have a like-sized or larger wire on the ground side. Remember, in a DC circuit the negative side of the circuit is just as important as the positive or "hot" side. Look also for frayed wires in the charge line to the camper or the ground connection on both vehicles. Rusted fuse holders, incorrect butt splices, loose terminals, etc., can all contribute to poor charging. Check each inch if necessary. As a final check, have the alternator tested for proper charge output. Batteries should indeed last longer than overnight.

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Airstream Classic with slide

It's hard to get any more classic than Airstream's Classic travel trailer. It's as timeless as the day it was conceived, and since that day has become a legend on the road, a true icon of American design, never compromising the elements — artistic or scientific — that made it justly famous.

Whether your taste is traditional or high-end, whether your goals are relaxing in nature or high adventure, whether you're escaping or joining in, alone or with family, the Airstream Classic is for you. Nowhere else will you find a home-away-from-home with this perfect balance of luxury and efficiency, and this kind of living history.

The Airstream Classic Travel Trailer is all about luxury, comfort, and function. Long vacations, even with a large family, are effortless in the Classic. This trailer is for people who want to explore what's around the next bend, discover new vistas, return to favorite places. The thoroughness of an Airstream's self-sufficiency lets you switch gears on a dime. Our reliability really does let you leave your cares behind. Go ahead — chase the horizon. Or unhitch your Classic and begin to relearn the long-forgotten art of relaxation.

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Airstream Panamerica Travel Trailer

The PanAmerica invites you to travel in style and comfort – and carry your passions with you. This new 34-foot Airstream travel trailer features the ultimate built-in garage, complete with a durable aluminum interior skin and textured floor.

The rear 11 feet of the trailer can haul motorcycles, ATVs, or other action/adventure gear – up to 2,500 pounds worth. Or, use the garage bay as a mobile office, a base for show dogs, or even an artist's studio. The PanAmerica's possibilities are limited only by your imagination and desires.

A gull-wing exterior door with slide-out ramp is incorporated into the trailer's tail, and a pass-through door in the bulkhead with porthole window offers easy access to the living quarters. Choose to equip your garage bay with any combination of storage lockers, cabinets, tabletop work areas and tie downs. And of course, electrical outlets and speakers linked to the trailer's crystal-clear sound system come standard.

But this Airstream offers more than high function and durability. Surrounding you with contemporary design throughout, the PanAmerica features flush cabinetry, flowing lines, and indirect lighting. And after a day of riding or kayaking, return to four star accommodations with a spacious bathroom, a separate luxurious shower and a queen sized bed. Stainless steel appliances and trim, leather appointments and a flush-mount flat screen television, this travel trailer makes a luxurious home away from home. So get out there – your adventure awaits!

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CLASSIC LIMITED travel trailers:

Forget what you thought or imagined luxury, comfort, and practicality could be in a travel trailer. Designed for long-term or full-time use, the Airstream Classic Limited takes it a step farther with traditional styling that never forces you to compromise. The flagship of the travel trailer fleet, the Classic Limited line offers elegant floorplans with outstanding storage capacity, residential-style galleys, spacious living areas and private sleeping quarters. Inside you'll find generously appointed interiors with real hickory hardwood cabinetry, Corian® countertops, Moen® fixtures, plush furnishings, cable and/or satellite TV and so much more.

The Airstream Classic Limited is classic Airstream – the perfect expression of our commitment to design, innovation and quality. So go ahead and leave home without leaving behind the comforts of home. No corners have been cut and nothing spared in creating a living space that lets you entertain in style, dine in comfort and relax in peace. No other travel trailer comes close to creating this luxurious residential environment. To that we added exterior storage, smartly placed hookups and easy-out awnings that expand living area even further to the great outdoors. So no matter where you pursue your next adventure, Airstream Classic Limited travel trailers make you feel right at home – which, of course, you are.

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2010 Airstream Flying Cloud

FLYING CLOUD travel trailers:

When you're ready to take a break from the great outdoors, the Flying Cloud invites you inside with the flair of modern design. From fabrics to fixtures to cabinetry, the Flying Cloud line reflects your taste with clean, comfortable, contemporary styling throughout. The right sized travel trailer for any adventure, the Airstream Flying Cloud travel trailer combines light weight and ruggedness with total practicality.

Innovative storage solutions and multi-function work spaces prevail throughout the living areas, like under seat storage or the additional counter space available when the sink cover is in place.

Like all Airstream trailers, every inch of a Flying Cloud has a functional purpose, and not one of those inches was built for planned obsolescence. Count on the Airstream Flying Cloud to last far longer than its boxy competitors, all while enjoying less of an impact at the pump and better stability on the road.

So no matter if you're a first-time Airstreamer or seasoned veteran of the road, the Flying Cloud gets you on your way to your next adventure in contemporary style, luxurious comfort, and long-lasting value.

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Airstream Flying Cloud

Airstream Sport

Lightweight and nimble, the Airstream Sport line sets a new standard for ease of use – perfect for those who want to just hitch-up and go. Airstream Sport travel trailers are true premium compact trailers that let you live large. Smart floorplans maximize space and minimize waste in three easy-to-handle lengths.

Spacious and airy with its own lights, water, shower and fuel for cooking – plus more creature comforts than some trailers twice their size – the Airstream Sport offers the best travel trailer investment available.

When you're towing an Airstream Sport, getting there seems almost effortless. Its ultralight weight allows it to be towed efficiently by many smaller and midsize sport utility vehicles, or even the family car, with outstanding fuel efficiency.

So choose your floorplan, choose the styling, then choose a destination. Whether it's a week of canoeing in Minnesota's Boundary Waters or a night of music at California's Monterey Jazz Festival, you'll enjoy all the comforts of home no matter how far the road takes you. The Airstream Sport offers nothing less than a personal declaration of independence. So get out there – your adventure awaits!


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Airstream Interstate Van Custom one of a kind

Interstate: Easy to Drive — Maneuverable — Incredibly Convenient

The Airstream Interstate Touring Coach continues the strong design and manufacturing traditions that have made Airstream famous for nearly eighty years.

The Interstate is the perfect solution when you don't want to tow a trailer and don't need a full-sized motor home. It combines the maneuverability and driving ease of a luxury car with the comfort and built-in conveniences Airstream is known for: bathrooms, well-appointed galleys, entertainment centers, and maximum storage.

Airstream has converted this Class B motorcoach with a Sprinter chassis into a luxury camper with seating for six and sleeping accommodations for two. A towing capacity of 5000 pounds adds even more travel versatility.

Grab your sweetie and your little dog too. It's time for a road trip. And thanks to the compact size of Interstate's go-everywhere attitude, you can park almost anywhere you can park a car. The Interstate - enjoy your freedom in our most compact home away from home.


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Airstream Victorinox

ICONIC DESIGN | Inspired Innovation

Airstream, the proud manufacturer of the world's finest travel trailers, has combined creative forces with Victorinox Swiss Army to produce the Victorinox 125th Anniversary Special Edition Airstream.

125 years ago, the first Swiss Army Knife was introduced. Since that time many things have changed, but the ingenuity, precision, and unwavering devotion to quality has remained consistent. With those attributes in mind, we are proud to announce an exciting collaboration with Victorinox Swiss Army whose values we share.

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