While in Richmond to complete the sale of the Condo, we bought the new truck so we are all set when the 25’ Airstream arrives!
We purchased a Ford F-250 Lariat! We loved the Tundra, hated letting it go, but we have learned a lot about towing, weight capacities, etc. over the last 6 months. Not to bore you with the details, the Tundra was tapped out with our current 20’ Airstream. There is a distinct difference between “payload” and “towing capacity”. The Tundra was fine for towing capacity, but we were right at the upper limits for payload. So, given our summer plans include 14,000’ mountains of Colorado and the Rockies, we went ahead and bit the bullet.
With the f-250 we will never have to worry about any of this in the future. Plus there are many safety and towing additions to this truck to enhance the towing experience. Anyone that wants details, please let us know.
I guess we made some classic changes that a lot of people starting out make. We started smaller, love the lifestyle and moved up in size. I am not sure there is a way to avoid this!
Here is the progression of our planning. Originally we thought we could do the trip in a rooftop tent (bagged that idea), then an Airstream Basecamp (bagged that idea), then Airstream Nest (bagged that idea), then Airstream Bambi 16’ (bagged that idea)! Glad we didn’t make all of those purchases!
This truck looks amazing, love the color. Have you thought about getting a sponsor? You could be influencers!
That would be great…but I need to find out how to do it!
You all cracked me up when we spoke yesterday! I’m still laughing when I think about it 😂😂
One question…..
Can you bring the ice maker?
Yes!!!!! Damnit!
Did you trade the airstream? Are you selling it?
We are keeping the existing until August-September then trading, unless we have an offer for someone to buy it!
She’s a beauty!
Thanks!
Looks awesome. Glad you didn’t have to wait to keep your “silver theme”.
That was the number #1 request; had to be silver!
So glad for you all…Diesel for towing is night and day.. glad to hear your plans are going along as you wish..
The only thing missing is our smiling faces in the back seat of the truck! Exciting adventures ahead.
That’s right! Bring a step stool! 🤣
Beautiful! You’ll love the new truck!
Thanks! This truck is BIG! LOL! Where are you guys, hope you are out of TX!
Wow! “Go big or go home”! Happy for you.
It is big! Crazy…. 🤣
Truck looks great.. .. how long before you guys are back on the road?
thanks for pictures : )