I lived in a 42 ft. Spartan Imperial Mansion built in 1948 with 400sq ft. Found it on Craigslist for $2300. I had it refurbished inside. What an amazing camper.
Everyone has their own "Dream" vehicle. Ever since I sat in my friend's 1986 westfalia on a day of sleet and rain, I fell in love with this home on wheels. As everyone were walking around the festival, we were warm and dry inside enjoying some hot tea and still warm rice bread with home made jam. So you can see why, still today, it's my "Dream" vehicle. Skillet
I am surprised that you did not include the Bluebird Wanderlodge in this video. I own the first of 10 prototypes built in 1964. The first production model happened mid 1965. I have repaired, replaced, and restored mine, and now live in it full-time. It is the perfect apartment on wheels. I have set in Alabama for the past three years, and due to weather, I am now having to pay attention to the exterior once again. I have photos if you are interested in adding it to a future video. Thanks, Freddie
I bet ya I include on the next classic camper video. I just hope there is media out there with interior images too. That's the challange making these classic or vintage anything videos. The pictures are usually very hard to come by. I have spent hrs/days just trying to find interiors on several of these campers. A lot of good ones I didn't include for that reason. Thanlks for the suggestion though, I appreciate that.
I went on my first camping trip when I was five years old in a then brand new 1964 Airstream Overlander Land Yacht International travel trailer that was owned by friends of my family. I would never have dreamed at the time, but that trailer would one day become mine as unbeknownst to me, I purchased it from its second owners in 1995. I have owned that trailer for over 27 years now, and will likely keep it as long as I am able to trave. Over the years, I have had some minor restoration completed, but it still is mostly very well preserved original as is my 1978 Argosy Minuet 6.0 Metre that I purchased from its original owner in 2002. During the interim, I camped with my parents in a 1969 Sunway 8.5-foot cabover truck camper mounted on a 1969 Chevrolet C-20 Pickup and my aunt in a 1970 Volkswagen Westfalia Campmobile, My Airstream and Argosy are definitely my favorites for their versatility when traveling.
Holloway Debraal INC built a Jeep Comanche Motorhome, 1987 only 5 were made and only 3 are know to exist. I have 1 with only 83k miles on it. Going to freshen it up, undo some previous retrofits, add some 21st century upgrades, make it solar friendly, and hit the road or the off road (Its a Jeep and yes a 4x4). Who knows I might get lucky and find a 4 legged friend to ride along.
I really enjoyed this. Last summer I was at Lakeside Park in the New York by Lake Ontario and they had an Airstream show and I saw one of those really little ones it was park right by me. My camping consist of electric bike trailer tent and stuff you need and stuff you don't need
Did you ever freshen up that Jeep Comanche? If so did you take it off road? My late husband and I had several different RVs during our 40+ years together and also dreamed about a 4X4 but never managed it.
Those GMC motorhomes were the real deal. They were front-wheel drive, so the deck height was very low. You didn't have to climb steep stairs to get inside. The plumbing was copper tubing, so it never broke. The build quality was awesome. They are still highly sought after today.
I had two, but had to sell one to afford moving the other. Currently renovating the one I have. Can't believe I have such an awesome and iconic vehicle. When I'm done, it will be an artistic masterpiece. Don't rush me, but if you want to support me, I won't be rude ... Unless you are. lol 😂
I`m still the proud owner of 20 ft 1972 Explorer with dodge running gear 413 ci bluprinted engine 727 transmission. It passes everything on a hill. Beautiful layout. Only downside was plywood sides covered in vinyl, lots of exterior maintenance. This article reminds me of a friend that used to own a Cortez 24 ft with a 225 slant 6, what hoot!
There is a Japanese camper you have shown, in which the roof opens up to create a second floor that really impresses me. The whole thing is mounted on a small truck, and was built by three students. who lived in it while travelling around Japan, for two years. A really clever piece of design.
I own a 1972 boler American camper trailer that was extensivly customized in 2018. It was taken to the 2018 boler ralley in Winnepeg, BC in Canada where over 450 bolers were on display not too far from the original factory.
What a great show of creativity! Thanks for showing! 22:07 Btw, 'Spaceballs' RULEZ! Never sawn it in original language, but even loved the german syncro ...
You can see many elements in these campers that are found in the current trend of off road and all terrain campers. Bat wing'ish awning just after the intro for example. The emphasis on low weight and limited footprint. Ruggedized suspensions and canvas pop-ups. Good video, thanks.
I found and traded a very complete Shasta camper for a bag of homegrown electric lettuce that was used as a drinking shack on a old farm in Medicine hat. It has the canned ham shape with Thor helmet wings as i like to call them. I will be restoring it in the near future after i finish restoring my 440 Cuda. I plan on pulling it behind my restored 1965 Impala big block.
@@tabp8448 No it was just one OZ. of home grown before it was legal to grow it so figure maybe 200.00 Canadian. It was just an abandoned summer night drinking/smoking shack to her. Tires were old but still held air so i hooked it up and brought it home. Still own it and still holding air.
I would love to have a Westmoreland or Gyspy camper! Always been my dream, my husband and I are planning to travel in the next few years hopefully. I'm currently going thru cancer treatments and that's our dreams 💕.
Just amazing! I live in SC and at 72 years have never seen any of these! Except the airstream one . And the VW Bus . 0scar Myers hot dog one , Just had a great time watching this!
7:12 I truly would love to own one these but I doubt if it is even available in my country and importing anything into my country is ridiculously expensive. I've been looking at these campers for years now. We have two vintage caravans my husband and I am working on at the moment, one will become my sewing/craft room and the other for camping. The deco liner is absolutely awesome, what a statement! Oh and the HHG model X, those windows are one of a kind, like some wonderful beach house. I just think it's stunning.
Somewhat unimportant, but interesting to me. the Rectrans Discoverer, from the same designer as the '63 Stingray, used a Chrysler 413 engine. Anyone familiar with the Beach Boys might remember the song Shut Down which was about a Stingray drag racing a 413. The Discoverer has a bit of both!
Personally I have two choices for a vintage conversion. *My choice for RV conversion would be a Neoplan Jumbocruiser Articulated Double Decker bus to RV. *My choice for travel trailer would be a 1954 Ventoura Loft Liner converted to gooseneck travel trailer. Both options would be done up in a high-end art deco styling inside and out, so I could name either the Land Liner.
I was a little disappointed that you didn't have anything on the GEM TRAVEL TRAILER COMPANY out of Kentwood Michigan a subberb of Grand Rapids Mi, Herman Shebout started the COMPANY with a small trailer called "Little Gem" I don't know the EST. year, Herman was a man you'd of thought he had a fire behind him,and I believe that's probably what caused his death when he was clearing a woods for a employee parking lot with a cage less bulldozer when a tree hit him and killed him in 1972. I only worked there the last two years of his life, I started out as the Yardman placing trailers according to size or too be sold first, I also learned the art of stick welding(which started my career in metal fabrication for the next forty yrs.)I figured Herman liked my work because of the nickel raise he gave me every wk. I left shortly after Herman died when a daughter took over the business and shortly went out of business after that, but I know for the many years he built his business with great pride, and he treated his employees very well as I was told and seen. 💯🇺🇸
I was lucky enough to stumble upon Peacemaker in Brunswick maine as a kid just by chance! Wild! Seen a BMW Vixen too at my grandpas annual house party!!
I converted a 1964 Hanomag van to a camper back in the 70's. One of the dinette booth seats lifted off to reveal a galvanized hot tub, with a gas burner underneath to help heat it.. It got 22 MPG on diesel, handled great, and kinda looked like a current Mercedes van.
My ass-hat father bought a 1937 International Harvester D-30 flatbed in 1971 , onto which he bolted a vintage Airstream trailer (chassis removed). He named it Bullwinkle and my brother and I illegally hung out in the Airstream on road/camping trips and kept bugging our parents by calling them on the intercom he’d wired for communication between the cab of the old truck and the camper. Mostly we camped in it on our land outside of Bend , Oregon. Was perfect for that and I can still smell the sagebrush.
Loved the program. Brought back memories of cars and campers I've restored over the years. In 1989 I bought an "Amigo" motorhome. I think it was a 1971 model. Ugly as hell, built on a Dodge drivetrain which was solid and dependable, but bottom line, one ugly motorhome! Of course, I loved it. The beauty of the camper was its simplicity in up keep and repair. Could pretty much do it all myself. I sold the Amigo 30 years ago. Miss it every now and then. I've looked online many timers to try and find one but no luck. I can't even find sources that the Amigo camper even existed! Can you help me ? Was there such a thing as the Amigo motorhome? Thanks a lot, Rod
Hello Roderick Hyde, thank you for watching! www.ebay.com/itm/143863967766 Here is a print ad that is for sale. Not much info on that motorhome though that I could find. Most post are real old.
I have no idea what the "Futuristic looking RV" is, but the styling of it appeals to me. I think I would like to see the largest of the three models that was produced over the four year span. Pray tell, what does it look like on the inside?
@Fred brandon I think I am...It looks quite like a small interstellar ship in flight. That appeals to me a great deal. The slide in to the Vid asked if it was known what kind of RV it was. I do not, but I wouldn't mind seeing the inside of it. That's the one I mean.
@Fred brandon No, Mr. Brandon, there is a spot somewhere in the video above where they show an RV from the outside, from a few different angles, and while they are showing it, the Voice Over asks those of us who are viewing the video if we know what kind of RV it is and if we have knowledge of any of the details about the said RV. THAT is the RV I want to know about, because it's styling appeals to me very much. As I said above, they called it a "Futuristic Looking RV", now I'm assuming this is because they do not know what the actual brand name of the RV is. Do you have any knowledge of that particular RV? If so, please enlighten me.
What an excellent program! Thank you for sharing all of these amazing and wonderful campers/mobile homes. Mostly, I really enjoyed your occasional snide remarks. 😜
This brought good memories back in my childhood I love to see more of it but it’s getting late so thank you for sharing this on here you just made my night I’m watching from Alberta Canada 🇨🇦
I have an old Scamp that needs a lot of love, but I may want to sell it. It is a great candidate for restoration, but would it be worth the time and expense? Fantastic video my friend!
None of these vehicles/trailers, were built for tall people where the average human height was 4'10"! Even the cars were not designed for anyone that had a tall torso when seated!
They had to consider how tall they could go up so they could accommodate going under a 14 ft or shorter bridge some bridges only have a height of 12 ft excess for going under it!
I use a 84, 22' Winnebago powered by a 454 Chevy engine, as I make my retirement years into nomad living. It was in relatively good shape with only 51,000 miles, having just two previous owners who obviously took really good care of it, as I do. I'm looking forward to repair/replace the hot water heater and get to using the shower that has an accordion style door and disappears into a wall section. Lol. To end, I say that I much enjoy your videos. Peace out
26.05 - early models of the Hannomag 'Orion' were actually amphibious - a facility which was later dropped due to problems with the watertight door seals.
What a fine production you have made here, TYVM for telling the whole crazy story of the American RV! My 1st unit was a 1972 Dodge 220, which was (I think) the smallest of a 220---280----and 320 series which was dubbed the "Dodge Mahal"! My poor RV gave it's life providing the "saw power" to build a cabin in the woods as well as a place to sleep while building. After not moving for three years it was no longer road worthy. Thanks again for a fine and enjoyable production!
The picture shown for the 1992 Revcon trailblazer is definitely not a 1992 model or 1994 model. Great looking trucks but different F-generation body styles
not even a mention of the Sun Lite campers of the 1990's, they made pop up, truck slide ins and pull campers, (Discovery) line we early hybrid with pop tops, and very well made .
My husband and I have been building a "Tiny Home on Wheels" that we started about two years ago. We started with the back half of a F-350 Ford pickup, which we turned into a trailer. Becoming the base for our home. It has a kitchen with three burner stove and oven. A three way refrigerator. A stainless sink and a 1500 watt microwave, wet bath with a cassette toilet and shower, full size bed, a small dinette. There's a total of 4000 watts of solar, and a 500 watt wind turbine for charging 12 deep cycle golf cart batteries. There's 2 on demand water heaters. 120 gallons of fresh water. 20 gallons of propane. We've got a 3000 btu propane space heater. It's got 1.5 inches of Styrofoam insulation, in the walls and 2 inches in the floor and roof. It's got a 5000 btu air conditioning unit. And it's got a 12 volt evaporative air conditioner also. 12 and 120 volt lights. My hobby table and my husband's computer and ham radio table are also tucked in it. It has full window shutters. That when closed, hides the fact any one is inside. (for stealth camping). We pull it with our 4 wheel drive, a 3.3L super charged Nissan Xterra. Which has a 40 gallon fresh water transfer tank. Two 200 amp alternators, 250 watt solar panel 4 deep cycle batteries. And 2000 watt inverter. Off-road lighting, brush bars and 12,000 pound winch. It's still a work in progress. But it's been fun.
I’ve been fan of camping starting in 60’s P. U. W/homemade wood shell, p. U. Camper, to 1:11:29 a few VW Westfalia, to now a M/Benz Sprinter Era w/duely rear wheels. But a few yrs ago at a car show in Sacramento I Had a Vintage bug reignited to go back to when I viewed a restored late 30s Airstream towed by a surfers 50 Woody. I’d appreciate similar referrals.
Still craving a Ram Promaster 3500 extended with high roof, suspension upgrade and all terrain tires... converted into a full-time place to live... my design includes a workshop.
I lived in a 42 ft. Spartan Imperial Mansion built in 1948 with 400sq ft. Found it on Craigslist for $2300. I had it refurbished inside. What an amazing camper.
Everyone has their own "Dream" vehicle. Ever since I sat in my friend's 1986 westfalia on a day of sleet and rain, I fell in love with this home on wheels. As everyone were walking around the festival, we were warm and dry inside enjoying some hot tea and still warm rice bread with home made jam. So you can see why, still today, it's my "Dream" vehicle. Skillet
I am surprised that you did not include the Bluebird Wanderlodge in this video. I own the first of 10 prototypes built in 1964. The first production model happened mid 1965. I have repaired, replaced, and restored mine, and now live in it full-time. It is the perfect apartment on wheels. I have set in Alabama for the past three years, and due to weather, I am now having to pay attention to the exterior once again. I have photos if you are interested in adding it to a future video. Thanks, Freddie
Loved them thought they were best built
you should see my 81' Thomas Safetyliner
Hello Freddie Stanleta, thanks for the feedback!
Well I know I'd like to see pics.
I bet ya I include on the next classic camper video. I just hope there is media out there with interior images too. That's the challange making these classic or vintage anything videos. The pictures are usually very hard to come by. I have spent hrs/days just trying to find interiors on several of these campers. A lot of good ones I didn't include for that reason. Thanlks for the suggestion though, I appreciate that.
Can I suggest you do a video on Bluebird Bus company. They made RVs out of busses from 1963 to 2008. Very high quality and very unique
I went on my first camping trip when I was five years old in a then brand new 1964 Airstream Overlander Land Yacht International travel trailer that was owned by friends of my family. I would never have dreamed at the time, but that trailer would one day become mine as unbeknownst to me, I purchased it from its second owners in 1995. I have owned that trailer for over 27 years now, and will likely keep it as long as I am able to trave. Over the years, I have had some minor restoration completed, but it still is mostly very well preserved original as is my 1978 Argosy Minuet 6.0 Metre that I purchased from its original owner in 2002. During the interim, I camped with my parents in a 1969 Sunway 8.5-foot cabover truck camper mounted on a 1969 Chevrolet C-20 Pickup and my aunt in a 1970 Volkswagen Westfalia Campmobile, My Airstream and Argosy are definitely my favorites for their versatility when traveling.
Hello Kevin Allen, thank you for watching!
Aghhh the good ol days!!!! Back when one adult had to work and was more than enough for toys, food , etc…..
These all show such creativity and style. It's a stark contrast to the crap being made today for premium prices.
Hello Sugar Cookie Crack, thank you for watching!
I think that anyone who lives this way knows what true camping and living are about it's awesome all the different designs people have
Today's Camper Trailers, and Motorhomes sure started from humble beginnings
Holloway Debraal INC built a Jeep Comanche Motorhome, 1987 only 5 were made and only 3 are know to exist. I have 1 with only 83k miles on it. Going to freshen it up, undo some previous retrofits, add some 21st century upgrades, make it solar friendly, and hit the road or the off road (Its a Jeep and yes a 4x4). Who knows I might get lucky and find a 4 legged friend to ride along.
Hello jeepin4on4, thank you for watching! Sounds like a great plan.
I really enjoyed this. Last summer I was at Lakeside Park in the New York by Lake Ontario and they had an Airstream show and I saw one of those really little ones it was park right by me. My camping consist of electric bike trailer tent and stuff you need and stuff you don't need
❤❤❤ )
Did you ever freshen up that Jeep Comanche? If so did you take it off road? My late husband and I had several different RVs during our 40+ years together and also dreamed about a 4X4 but never managed it.
Those GMC motorhomes were the real deal. They were front-wheel drive, so the deck height was very low. You didn't have to climb steep stairs to get inside. The plumbing was copper tubing, so it never broke. The build quality was awesome. They are still highly sought after today.
Hello Dr Snooz, thank you for watching!
I will always think of the "EM-50 Urban Assault Vehicle" from Stripes when I see one of those GMC RVs.
I had two, but had to sell one to afford moving the other. Currently renovating the one I have. Can't believe I have such an awesome and iconic vehicle. When I'm done, it will be an artistic masterpiece. Don't rush me, but if you want to support me, I won't be rude ... Unless you are. lol 😂
I`m still the proud owner of 20 ft 1972 Explorer with dodge running gear 413 ci bluprinted engine 727 transmission. It passes everything on a hill. Beautiful layout. Only downside was plywood sides covered in vinyl, lots of exterior maintenance.
This article reminds me of a friend that used to own a Cortez 24 ft with a 225 slant 6, what hoot!
Hello Ken Hale, thank you for watching!
Enjoyable! Your voice is soothing and the music is NOT overpowering. The subject matter is always educational.
Hello Willy Wonka, thank you for watching!
Having grown up in the RV industry, This video brings back a LOT of memories. Wow!
Hello Duke Bacher, thank you for watching!
such a great video!! you have to take time to watch it!! you will love watching this!!!
This is just amazing 👏 ❤
There is a Japanese camper you have shown, in which the roof opens up to create a second floor that really impresses me. The whole thing is mounted on a small truck, and was built by three students. who lived in it while travelling around Japan, for two years. A really clever piece of design.
Hello Rod, thank you for watching!
My Mother & I had a Hi-Lite camper back in the mid 1960's. I have watched many of your camper videos but have not seen any mention of them. Why not?
Hello Carl McDaniels, thanks for the feedback! We might not have ever seen that one. Will note it down for the next time.
I own a 1972 boler American camper trailer that was extensivly customized in 2018. It was taken to the 2018 boler ralley in Winnepeg, BC in Canada where over 450 bolers were on display not too far from the original factory.
Hello martysmilt, thank you for watching!
These vehicles need to be brought back into production.
I hope my RV makes it on the list one day!
That was at the Black Rock Desert at Burneyman the thing the had steps over the top!😂😂😂😂
It sits in a junk yard full of hippie cars waiting for the next hippie thing!😂
What a great show of creativity! Thanks for showing!
22:07
Btw, 'Spaceballs' RULEZ!
Never sawn it in original language, but even loved the german syncro ...
Hello Dharque, thank you for watching!
You can see many elements in these campers that are found in the current trend of off road and all terrain campers. Bat wing'ish awning just after the intro for example. The emphasis on low weight and limited footprint. Ruggedized suspensions and canvas pop-ups. Good video, thanks.
Hello Bruce Evans, thank you for watching!
I found and traded a very complete Shasta camper for a bag of homegrown electric lettuce that was used as a drinking shack on a old farm in Medicine hat. It has the canned ham shape with Thor helmet wings as i like to call them. I will be restoring it in the near future after i finish restoring my 440 Cuda. I plan on pulling it behind my restored 1965 Impala big block.
Hello henry bourdon, thank you for watching!
That must've been a big ass bag of hge lettuce!!!
@@tabp8448 No it was just one OZ. of home grown before it was legal to grow it so figure maybe 200.00 Canadian. It was just an abandoned summer night drinking/smoking shack to her. Tires were old but still held air so i hooked it up and brought it home. Still own it and still holding air.
Soo interesting and informative, thanks ! Hidden knowledge by mainstream companys and politics, knowledge in a deeper sence good for the future. Great
Recently purchased a '76 Birkshire..anxiously awaiting winter to be done here in the Northwest/ USA..... GREAT VIDEO.. 👍
Hello Keonikai G, thank you for watching!
Fantastic show! I own a 1986 Vixen 21 TD motorhome shown at about 6:50. Thanks!
I have one of those too!
you both are soo lucky!! wish i could have one, they are absolutely incredible@@michaelmarcotti2470 @robertvancreveld7119
I would love to have a Westmoreland or Gyspy camper! Always been my dream, my husband and I are planning to travel in the next few years hopefully. I'm currently going thru cancer treatments and that's our dreams 💕.
Hello Vonda, thank you for watching!
I'd buy a Revlon Trailblazer. That looks awesome!
Hello Bob Frazier, thank you for watching!
The first Camper Car was way ahead of it's time❣
Hello Michael Naputi, thank you for watching!
the restoration jobs on these campers is A1 they are stunning, who would not be proud to own one of these!!!
Hermoso
Just amazing! I live in SC and at 72 years have never seen any of these! Except the airstream one . And the VW Bus . 0scar Myers hot dog one , Just had a great time watching this!
I've always loved the '73-'78 GMC Motorhome. It just looks cool to me. Even up to today I still want one.
Hello eldo59, thank you for watching!
We went on Spring break 8n one, just like in the movie "Stripes"!
Great menm's!
Love the Royal AND the Holiday!!
7:12 I truly would love to own one these but I doubt if it is even available in my country and importing anything into my country is ridiculously expensive. I've been looking at these campers for years now. We have two vintage caravans my husband and I am working on at the moment, one will become my sewing/craft room and the other for camping.
The deco liner is absolutely awesome, what a statement! Oh and the HHG model X, those windows are one of a kind, like some wonderful beach house. I just think it's stunning.
Hello Honeybunch, thank you for watching!
great video - the bit with the 'campy' narration had me in stitches
Great video!! Reminded me of the Commer camper my dad bought when we were in Europe. Wish I had it today.
Hello Jay Aldrich, thank you for watching!
Had a big smile on my face listening to this video! So nice to hear actual people talking!👍👍 (or am I missing something here?)
Hello James Ramer, thank you for watching! Nope. Actual people.
@@mindseyedesign I have actually seen the Shamrockaway a long time ago! It was quite by accident! It is now rotting away in a junkyard!
Somewhat unimportant, but interesting to me. the Rectrans Discoverer, from the same designer as the '63 Stingray, used a Chrysler 413 engine. Anyone familiar with the Beach Boys might remember the song Shut Down which was about a Stingray drag racing a 413. The Discoverer has a bit of both!
Hello TJ Clarke, thank you for watching!
Personally I have two choices for a vintage conversion.
*My choice for RV conversion would be a Neoplan Jumbocruiser Articulated Double Decker bus to RV.
*My choice for travel trailer would be a 1954 Ventoura Loft Liner converted to gooseneck travel trailer.
Both options would be done up in a high-end art deco styling inside and out, so I could name either the Land Liner.
Hello oberon85937, thank you for watching!
I was doing a humvee camper but there's just not enough space. I'd really like to do something like this
am i the only one that still has a pilgram camper, they were made to last!!!
I was a little disappointed that you didn't have anything on the GEM TRAVEL TRAILER COMPANY out of Kentwood Michigan a subberb of Grand Rapids Mi, Herman Shebout started the COMPANY with a small trailer called "Little Gem" I don't know the EST. year, Herman was a man you'd of thought he had a fire behind him,and I believe that's probably what caused his death when he was clearing a woods for a employee parking lot with a cage less bulldozer when a tree hit him and killed him in 1972. I only worked there the last two years of his life, I started out as the Yardman placing trailers according to size or too be sold first, I also learned the art of stick welding(which started my career in metal fabrication for the next forty yrs.)I figured Herman liked my work because of the nickel raise he gave me every wk. I left shortly after Herman died when a daughter took over the business and shortly went out of business after that, but I know for the many years he built his business with great pride, and he treated his employees very well as I was told and seen. 💯🇺🇸
So many Wonderful campers to pick from.
Hello Monte Taylor, thank you for watching!
I was lucky enough to stumble upon Peacemaker in Brunswick maine as a kid just by chance! Wild! Seen a BMW Vixen too at my grandpas annual house party!!
I converted a 1964 Hanomag van to a camper back in the 70's. One of the dinette booth seats lifted off to reveal a galvanized hot tub, with a gas burner underneath to help heat it.. It got 22 MPG on diesel, handled great, and kinda looked like a current Mercedes van.
Witch one Would I like? At least sixty or more. I would like to see more innovation in today's market.
Hello kenneth gardner, thank you for watching!
My ass-hat father bought a 1937 International Harvester D-30 flatbed in 1971 , onto which he bolted a vintage Airstream trailer (chassis removed). He named it Bullwinkle and my brother and I illegally hung out in the Airstream on road/camping trips and kept bugging our parents by calling them on the intercom he’d wired for communication between the cab of the old truck and the camper. Mostly we camped in it on our land outside of Bend , Oregon. Was perfect for that and I can still smell the sagebrush.
Hello Lisa Colbert, thank you for watching!
way to go girl it looks awesome!!!
Loved the program. Brought back memories of cars and campers I've restored over the years. In 1989 I bought an "Amigo" motorhome. I think it was a 1971 model. Ugly as hell, built on a Dodge drivetrain which was solid and dependable, but bottom line, one ugly motorhome! Of course, I loved it. The beauty of the camper was its simplicity in up keep and repair. Could pretty much do it all myself. I sold the Amigo 30 years ago. Miss it every now and then. I've looked online many timers to try and find one but no luck. I can't even find sources that the Amigo camper even existed! Can you help me ? Was there such a thing as the Amigo motorhome?
Thanks a lot,
Rod
Hello Roderick Hyde, thank you for watching! www.ebay.com/itm/143863967766 Here is a print ad that is for sale. Not much info on that motorhome though that I could find. Most post are real old.
at 46:03--there's no way that rv is 19' high! Your info is wrong.
Hello Matt Greven, thanks for the feedback!
I am pioneering the solar electric RV, and this video is good for stimulating ideas.
Hello Lynn Lionel Kibler, thank you for watching!
bet I beat you to it, what are you converting?
these videos of resorations are just awesome. can not WAIT FOR next one each is different from the next,!!
I have no idea what the "Futuristic looking RV" is, but the styling of it appeals to me. I think I would like to see the largest of the three models that was produced over the four year span. Pray tell, what does it look like on the inside?
Hello George Busby, thank you for watching!
@Fred brandon I think I am...It looks quite like a small interstellar ship in flight. That appeals to me a great deal. The slide in to the Vid asked if it was known what kind of RV it was. I do not, but I wouldn't mind seeing the inside of it. That's the one I mean.
@Fred brandon No, Mr. Brandon, there is a spot somewhere in the video above where they show an RV from the outside, from a few different angles, and while they are showing it, the Voice Over asks those of us who are viewing the video if we know what kind of RV it is and if we have knowledge of any of the details about the said RV. THAT is the RV I want to know about, because it's styling appeals to me very much. As I said above, they called it a "Futuristic Looking RV", now I'm assuming this is because they do not know what the actual brand name of the RV is. Do you have any knowledge of that particular RV? If so, please enlighten me.
The Commer Camper Is not a TS3 opposite apposed 3 cylinder engine. That was for the much larger commercial vehicles. Love your video.
Hello RayCowdell, thanks for the feedback!
We had a 15’ Shasta in aqua and white. Good times in New England and Atlantic Provinces, Canada.
What an excellent program! Thank you for sharing all of these amazing and wonderful campers/mobile homes. Mostly, I really enjoyed your occasional snide remarks. 😜
Hello AJ Darneal, thank you for watching! Glad you liked them.
This brought good memories back in my childhood I love to see more of it but it’s getting late so thank you for sharing this on here you just made my night I’m watching from Alberta Canada 🇨🇦
Hello Kevin H.W. Crabbe, thank you for watching!
I have an old Scamp that needs a lot of love, but I may want to sell it. It is a great candidate for restoration, but would it be worth the time and expense?
Fantastic video my friend!
Hello Robert Ray, thank you for watching!
My favorite is the absolute Mikado. I love it.
Hello Jeannee Major, thank you for watching!
I'll take any of them considering me and my 5 kids are homeless
Hello philip covino, thank you for watching!
None of these vehicles/trailers, were built for tall people where the average human height was 4'10"! Even the cars were not designed for anyone that had a tall torso when seated!
Hello Scott Schenk, thank you for watching!
They had to consider how tall they could go up so they could accommodate going under a 14 ft or shorter bridge some bridges only have a height of 12 ft excess for going under it!
I use a 84, 22' Winnebago powered by a 454 Chevy engine, as I make my retirement years into nomad living. It was in relatively good shape with only 51,000 miles, having just two previous owners who obviously took really good care of it, as I do. I'm looking forward to repair/replace the hot water heater and get to using the shower that has an accordion style door and disappears into a wall section. Lol. To end, I say that I much enjoy your videos. Peace out
Hello Russell Root, thank you for watching!
OMG @13:30
THE COMMANDER SURE EARNED ITS NAME!!
0ne thing the classic campers have that the new campers lack is real class for sure!!!
You are so right Beverly!!!!!
Best of everything great display 🍀💚😎
26.05 - early models of the Hannomag 'Orion' were actually amphibious - a facility which was later dropped due to problems with the watertight door seals.
Hello clyneheretic, thanks for the feedback!
I love the box car one. I would get one an update it to today's standard.
Hello La Vern Ann Mowatt, thank you for watching!
What a fine production you have made here, TYVM for telling the whole crazy story of the American RV! My 1st unit was a 1972 Dodge 220, which was (I think) the smallest of a 220---280----and 320 series which was dubbed the "Dodge Mahal"!
My poor RV gave it's life providing the "saw power" to build a cabin in the woods as well as a place to sleep while building. After not moving for three years it was no longer road worthy.
Thanks again for a fine and enjoyable production!
Hello Glen Kelley, thank you for watching!
The picture shown for the 1992 Revcon trailblazer is definitely not a 1992 model or 1994 model. Great looking trucks but different F-generation body styles
Hello cody Jones, thanks for the feedback!
It is the time to make presentation about modern RVS.
Hello Jetsetter, thank you for watching!
6.45Min Into This Video, &, Im Getting 1980 V For Visitors SPACE SHIP, Flashbacks.!
Anybody Else.
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Looks like campers featured in Christmas Vacation and Spaceballs.
Hello Frederick, thank you for watching!
If I had the tools and garage, yes I would like to make my own mother home. A home that can travel from Alaska all the way to Brazil
Hello Bambi Harzott, thank you for watching!
Dad had a ‘Turtle Top’ camper conversion on a new 72 Ford Econoline passenger van…..was hoping to see this version in this vid.
The second one looks like a lot of the homemade tent cars you see parked behind grocery stores
Hello The Third Wheel, thank you for watching!
I'd like to own a teardrop woody.
Hello Rev'dUpArtist, thank you for watching!
Wow love the Gypsy one so cool love the way it's made a work of art the inside is AMAZING!!...love most of these ..
Hello Lori Lange, thank you for watching!
@@mindseyedesign Your more than welcome love your videos keep 'em coming 🎥🎬🎞💛💙💚💜
Miss spelled work of art sorry not wirdnod..Oye Ve!
Most fun I have had in a long time watching videos!!!!
I love these machines, I would give my leftie to have a few of them for myself!
Hello TJ Clarke, thank you for watching!
How interesting, I am 63 and don't remember ever seeing most of these.
The Windspiel at 5:35 looks fantastic. With a few mods, could be a big seller today.
Hello Rob Grune, thank you for watching!
not even a mention of the Sun Lite campers of the 1990's, they made pop up, truck slide ins and pull campers, (Discovery) line we early hybrid with pop tops, and very well made .
Hello Paul Higdon-Smith, thanks for the feedback! Can't get them all. Maybe next time.
@@mindseyedesign thanks for the come back :-)
I really enjoyed this, a lot of work went into gathering this large collection
Hello Joseph Kingston, thank you for watching!
Thanks for the memories!
My husband and I have been building a "Tiny Home on Wheels" that we started about two years ago. We started with the back half of a F-350 Ford pickup, which we turned into a trailer. Becoming the base for our home. It has a kitchen with three burner stove and oven. A three way refrigerator. A stainless sink and a 1500 watt microwave, wet bath with a cassette toilet and shower, full size bed, a small dinette. There's a total of 4000 watts of solar, and a 500 watt wind turbine for charging 12 deep cycle golf cart batteries. There's 2 on demand water heaters. 120 gallons of fresh water. 20 gallons of propane. We've got a 3000 btu propane space heater. It's got 1.5 inches of Styrofoam insulation, in the walls and 2 inches in the floor and roof. It's got a 5000 btu air conditioning unit. And it's got a 12 volt evaporative air conditioner also. 12 and 120 volt lights. My hobby table and my husband's computer and ham radio table are also tucked in it. It has full window shutters. That when closed, hides the fact any one is inside. (for stealth camping). We pull it with our 4 wheel drive, a 3.3L super charged Nissan Xterra. Which has a 40 gallon fresh water transfer tank. Two 200 amp alternators, 250 watt solar panel 4 deep cycle batteries. And 2000 watt inverter. Off-road lighting, brush bars and 12,000 pound winch.
It's still a work in progress. But it's been fun.
Hello Christine Johnston, thank you for watching!
I’ve been fan of camping starting in 60’s P. U. W/homemade wood shell, p. U. Camper, to 1:11:29 a few VW Westfalia, to now a M/Benz Sprinter Era w/duely rear wheels. But a few yrs ago at a car show in Sacramento I Had a Vintage bug reignited to go back to when I viewed a restored late 30s Airstream towed by a surfers 50 Woody. I’d appreciate similar referrals.
Hello Gary Pirkig, thank you for watching!
@18:30
The Volkswagen bug they made one that had a fifth-wheel that one on top of the roof. Cool 😎
Hello THE BOSS, thank you for watching!
Absolutely excellent thank you. Very interesting
Hello Happy Hermit, thank you for watching!
I want the Bug and companion fifth wheel camper.
Hello chris s, thank you for watching!
The Deco Liner is the best hands down in terms of design and continuity.
Thank you. Well done.
I could dig the Revcon! Except I don’t have $47,000. Oh well, nice thought!!
Hello C, thank you for watching!
I rebuilt a 1967 silver streak with birch and maple inside. Just got a 1972 winnebago brave 18 ft to redo and a 1969 aloha travel trailer.
Hello Randy G, thank you for watching!
Had a chance to camp in one of those pop-up hard sided Apache campers. Mosquitos had no problem finding their ways in through the cracks and crevices.
Still craving a Ram Promaster 3500 extended with high roof, suspension upgrade and all terrain tires... converted into a full-time place to live... my design includes a workshop.
Hello Teresa J Sherrick, thank you for watching! Sounds interesting.
Spaceballs, Christmas vacation?
Hello Gary O'Brien, thank you for watching!
Thank you much totally interesting great creation guys
Hello Brian Mcdougal, thank you for watching!