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Q: Where can I buy an old,yet cheapy trailer used for camping?
I just want to gut it for my own use as a hauling trailer for logs.
I am only talking about 3′X3″ diameter logs.More like thick sticks,and it will be reinforced with metal tubestock. Thanks.

A: Check out e-bay and craigslist. I don’t know that a camping trailer would be sturdy enough for a log hauler though.

Q: What is safer, a “white gas”/coleman gas or a propane stove to use inside a camping trailer.?
We just bought a small trailer for camping. I mean small. It doesn’t have a stove so we need to get a little portable one. Which is safer, propane or gas? Which is the most economical? thanks

A: To put it bluntly….. None of them. They all produce carbon monoxide. When used in small enclosed spaces you can quickly be overcome by the carbon monoxide. Over the past 20 some odd years I have responded to many calls where people have died due to carbon monoxide poisoning.

On a quick foot note if you plan on using the camper in parks that have electrical hook ups you can use an electric heater. They emit no carbon monoxide, and will turn off if they get knocked over.

Good Luck

Q: where can i find used camping trailers in MO?

A: there are several dealers at the Lake of the Ozarks, also a big one in Rolla ( i only know this because my parents jsut went shopping for a used camping trailer)

Q: What product is used on camping trailers roof to stop leaks i know its white but don’t know what it’s called
the roof is rubber

A: It’s called Snow Roof.

Q: What is the cheapest camping trailer?
I am thinking of living in a trailer park.
Please recommend any trailer suitable for me.
I do not need shower in the trailer because a bucket is enough for bathing outside.
A toilet is not a must. If no toilet in the trailer, I will use a plastic bag or simply shit outside.
All I need is one bed and a table.

Which model is suitable for me?

A: http://www.golittleguy.com/cms/content/view/39/96/
check this link for a teardrop camping trailer

Q: Camping !! what sort of electric lighting can I use for a camper trailer?
I would like to use electric lighting as we will be camping on a powered site, the area to be lit is the trailer tent area and an enclosed sun room. I live in Sydney AUSTRALIA if you can direct be to a store or web site that would have suitable electric lights we could use whilst camping.

A: Your question is not quite clear as most trailers are all ready equipped with 12 volt auto electrical and or 120 volt land line. After market products to install solar are popular every where. For The enclosed sun room you could hang party lights just plug them in to any outlet on the rig.

http://www.campingworld.com/shopping/item/flamingo-lights/42434

Q: can i legally fit an inner tube to the tyres on my trailer?
Is it acceptable to fit inner tubes to the wheels on my small camping trailer for use on UK roads?

A: An out of control car and trailer have the weight to do a lot of damage so you risk the lives of everyone in and around your car…

Yet the UK has no trailer MOT test, so making sure yours is safe is entirely your responsibility…

Never use an inner tube in a trailer wheel, because they deflate suddenly when punctured…

Q: Have any recommendation for a site to buy a used camper? Ebay, Craigslist, other?
I don’t know much about them, and I’m looking for a cheaper, used trailer for camping. Thanks

A: Craigslist doesn’t put you through the bother of bidding. They do have their share of scammers though, so be careful. I suggest only dealing on those that you can see locally. We sold our trailer on craigslist and had no problems. There seems to be a good assortment lately due to the economy. I do suggest checking out the “book price” of the units you are considering. Many people are trying for top dollar and start way above book. There are some good deals to be had.

Q: Where can I get a repair manual for a Carrier air conditioner for my camping trailer?
The Carrier air conditioner on my camper never has cooled to my satisfaction. I bought it new and It’s going into its 2nd year of use. Does anyone know where I can get a repair manual, or what the freon pressures ought to read? Any trouble shooting hints?

A: http://www.rvstuffusa.com/rvairconditionerbycarrier.html

See if this site helps.I believe you can link to Carrier from here.

I too have Carrier A/C’s on the roof of my motorhome and I feel they could do a better job. I need to pull the external cover off and see if everything is clean and free from dirt & alge build up.

My units are 4 years old and don’t seem to cool as well as my Duo Therm units did on my previous motorhome. The intake filters don’t seem to catch much dust so I suspect the inner coils may need cleaned.

My two Duo Therms would cool my Raita 36′ coach down to 72 degrees in 90 degree ambient. At the moment my two Carriers will only cool this UltraSport 35″ to 78 degrees in 92 ambient.

Good luck. I’d like to trade my carriers for Duo Therms except fot the remotes I have also control my furnace. I see no cure there other than run thernostat wire along the ceiling and walls.

Additional thoughts: Carrier might not want you to have a service/repair manual. It would not be good for business if everyone could repair their own A/C.

For TV & radio people there is a source of repair manuals. I believe they are called Sams Books or something with Sam in the name. If I’m correct, they were really called Sams Photofacts. It’s possible something is published for A/C’s

Q: Where can I purchase a used trailer w/sides, app 5×10ft.?
need a trailer to haul camping equipment — prefer one with sides — does not have to be pretty but lights working & tires good. low in price.

A: Check your local auto adds or photo adds. Usually lots of trailers around. Place an add in your local paper for one if nothing else.

Q: What size generator should I be looking for to use in my tent trailer to dry camp? Approx. cost used or new??
Heres a list of what I want to run

Lights
Refrigerator
Toaster Oven
TV
DVD/Playstation 2
My family camps quite a bit for 7 days at a strech. I dont want to juggle my electricity. I want to plug in and be juiced.
Been looking at Yamaha vs Honda.

A: Depending on how you juggle the loads and the size of your refrigerator, a 2500 watt generator should be more than enough.
Check your local newspaper or for sale web sites (www.kijiji.com) for used generators. I’d personally avoid the low end Chinese built units. However if you only use it for a few hours per year and aren’t relying upon it for anything critical you may find the prices attractive.

You may want to look into how to connect the generator to the tent trailer as well as other safety issues. Read through my home generator page for other ideas.

http://members.rennlist.org/warren/generator.html

Q: When camping with tent trailer (pop up), do you stay in the tent area of the campground or the RV area?
We’re looking at a VERY long trip across the country using our minivan and tent (as is our family tradition). But a friend has offered to let us use his popup trailer. Will campgrounds charge us more because we’re using a trailer (vehicle plus trailer v. tent)? Will we be placed with RVs (and their nice generators) or with tents or…?

A: I have camped in the upper Midwest for 35 years. Typically a campground segregates and charges based upon your needs. Many offer both electrical and non-electrical sites, electrical sites obviously being higher. Water is another consideration. State parks in our area do not offer water at each site though there are common areas to obtain it. We have camped in private campgrounds where we did have water to our camper. It’s often a nice luxury but can be considerably higher in price. Our usage in the camper is minimal enough to decline the option. We make sure our 25 gal. tank in the camper is full before we leave home and it usually lasts the weekend. Proximity to restrooms is always an important consideration if you have children with night bathroom habits. If you’re a parent you may be ready for the pop-up. A good nites sleep is important if you’re driving on an extended trip. It’s my opinion the worst matress is better than the best ground. I hope you have a memory filled trip.

Q: Bot a used trailer, galvy, owner said it was all set, bolts on wheels are rusty- should I replace- maint?
first time boat owner. getting the motor tuned up. it is a used 25 hp evinrude. Want to trailer the boat a few hours away when camping this summer, don’t want it to fall apart on the highway. Concerned that the nuts holding onthe wheel are all rusted. Should I replace with brass or stainless? or leave well enough alone? Is there a site I can go to for what to do, what to look for maintenance wise on trailers. It is a bunk trailer for a 16 ft aluminum fishing boat.- nothing fancy. appreciate the help !

A: just clean up the wheel studs using a wire brush. Then take each nut off and then put some anti-sieze compound on the studs and put the nuts back on. Wheel bearing grease or similar will do the same thing. The grease or anti-seize stops water from getting on the studs.

Q: Need trailer to go camping?
I have 2 questions:
1) What is the best type of trailer to buy for carrying camping equipment and supplies? (Not one of those pop-up camping trailers). I will be towing it with a regular minivan.

2) Where online is the best place to find a used one?

A: I don’t know what you’re planning to bring, but I imagine a lot of gear and a car load of passengers, but a trailer is expensive and a hassle to drive and you might be happier and save money adding either a roof rack and soft sided luggage bag or hard sided cargo box, both available from Yakima, to the roof of your van.
http://www.yakima.com/ProductCategory.aspx?id=19
http://www.yakima.com/ProductCategory.aspx?id=31
http://www.yakima.com/ProductCategory.aspx?id=33

http://www.yakima.com/Category.aspx?id=4

Q: What’s the best size trailer (utility) to pull with a 4 cyl. Saturn Vue?
I want to buy a trailer for my Saturn. I’m using this trailer for extra camping equipment. I’ve heard that the bigger the tire the less likely the bearings will burn out. This will be about a 2000 mile trip. My Bro – n- Law has a small trailer that would do the job,but I worry about the high ,sustained speeds, between 60 and 75 mph,if it will burn the bearings out.

A: Your vue can handle a maximum of 1500lbs. Do not exceed this. a small trailer will work just fine but you cannot exceed 55mph, you could do probably 60 with out a problem but not much more than that. Again you can use any type of trailer but you will have to make sure your under 1500lbs and follow the trailers speed limits. If you go over the 1500lbs capasity you will add wear to your engine trans and brakes and will have problems in the future. Your best bet is go to u-haul and rent a small tailer but the speed limit will be 55. I hope this helps

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