Well, she wasn't the one, folks. It was a hard decision. She had a perfect interior, ran great, had an amazing floor plan, was the perfect length, drove like a dream, but all in all it just ended up to be more of a project winne than a journey winne. I'm okay with it being a project. Actually, I'm in favor of it being a project, but this one was too much and I'm afraid it would've become a bottomless pit of project. The main issue (and the deal-breaker): bad roof. It was sagging in the back and there was some leakage, which caused the plywood underneath to swell and cause the roof to essentially kind of "delaminate." A good roof is a must. I was afraid that if we tried to take off the roof and fix it, it'd become one of those things where you take the roof off to fix and then find something else to fix, and then something else and so on. Plus, a roof replacement is thousands. And it needed new tires, new batteries, a heater.. just a bunch of little things that really add up. And... it wasn't actually a Brave. I didn't realize it initially because some crazy person spray painted over the original green side stripes to make them blue and in the process, erased where it said "INDIAN" on the side. I did like this layout a LOT though, so I may have to do some fudging on the Brave part (if I find another 1975 23' Indian) and just pretend that an Indian is a Brave.
Through this all, I've learned a lot about what I want and need, though. I kinda feel like it was a relationship (though short-lived). We went out, had some good times, and then decided that we weren't right for each other. We both needed different things out of the relationship and it was too much work on my part. But coming out of it, I learned a lot about who I am and what I want in a relationship (Brave). So, I've learned a lot about the different floor plans of the different lengths and models, and as of right now, I'm gunning for a '76 Brave 26 ft, a '75 Indian 23 ft (which was the one I just passed on), or a 73 Brave/Indian (20 ft/22ft respectively).
Gotta be original interior. Gotta flaunt the flying "W." I'll find you, darling... you're out there somewhere.
With all this winnebago-ing I've not had time to do regular posting. I'll get the winner of the Appareil Photo giveaway up later tonight after work!
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I feel like if anyone's looking to sell their Brave - they'll find you if they just google it!
Good luck! and thanks for the update! I find it interesting :)
It's like my dad always tells me, "there's always another one".
I know you'll find your Winnebago :]
-Juliette WhereForArtThouRomeo
Just as with dating - now you know a little bit better what you're looking for! :)
You'll get there eventually! Good luck looking.
Good luck finding the right one!
it sounds like you made the right decision on passing! the right one is out there, for sure.
yea, you need a good roof, glad you made the right choice. after all, how can you start your journey if you are unsure about the vehicle
Eee! This hunt is sooo exciting! Keeping my fingers crossed for you and your one true love who is out there somewhere! :)
your blog is amazing!
I loved the outfits, really your clothes are so great! And the hair also, I just love red hair and I was wondering wich collor did you dye yours...
well, I'll certainlly will come back to read more and see more things.
Hey Jujuba,
I got my hair done at a salon (way too difficult to try and make my near-black hair red on my own), so I don't know what colors they used to make it red. Sorry!
Awww I'm sorry this one didn't work out, but at least you have something to go on for the next round. Good luck and keep us posted!
man, that layout drawing is so great! good luck on your hunt!
this is all quite fascinating. can't wait to follow your winnebago adventures when they commence!
That interior is to die for! But you can always make new curtains and coverings to make it look vintage if it's been replaced.
i work in auto claims and for almost a year, i handled nothing but motor home claims. most were water damage from leaky roofs. people just don't understand that insurance doesn't cover leaks that have been leaking for months and months! all i can say is make sure you stay on top of roof maintenance!!
Awh. You made the right choice bebe. You'll find him :)
daaaaang - but way to not jump at the offer just out of excitement/impatience/etc. hold out for something perfect, it'll be worth it!
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