tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29543480891604229302024-03-13T20:05:35.596-07:00classic car traderclassic car traderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18180587991774993812noreply@blogger.comBlogger180125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2954348089160422930.post-28789407437292837732012-01-19T04:21:00.002-08:002012-01-19T04:21:41.819-08:00I have travel trailer and it has car battery installed near the hitch to power the power inverter to provide A?I have travel trailer and it has car battery installed near the hitch to power the power inverter to provide AC power inside the trailer. question is how can the battery be charged when it is depleted? how can it be connected to my SUV's alternator to have it charged?I have travel trailer and it has car battery installed near the hitch to power the power inverter to provide A?<br>some trailers have a seven wire plug that can also be set up to charge the battery while you are going down the road. the problem is, you need a heavy duty alternator to make this work on a long term basis. Talk to either a U haul dealer who you can pay to wire this up with a universal plug, or do what I did , I just took my battery charger with me on the road, and when I got to an RV park I plugged the trailer in , then plugged the charger into the outside plug and put it on 2 am charge and charged the rv battery overnight. RV stores,and places like wal mart sell plastic battery boxes with covers and straps. You protect the battery from all types of weather, and I could put the charger under the trailer if it was raining and still charge it slow overnight if necessary.I have travel trailer and it has car battery installed near the hitch to power the power inverter to provide A?<br>.<br><br />it should be normally wired thru your light wiring to accept an charge....<br><br />if not you can precharge it with an battery charger then when your camping you can hook it to your ride with jumper cables and recharge it. Also check if it has an cord that you can plug into the trailer it may be wired up to provide power to the battery for you.<br><br />have funclassic car traderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18180587991774993812noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2954348089160422930.post-14055650772215201412012-01-19T04:21:00.001-08:002012-01-19T04:21:29.572-08:00Travel trailer refrigerator question?I have a 2010 wildwood travel trailer and I am planning on going on a long road trip. It comes with 2 thirty gallon propane tanks that can run the refrigerator. My question is how long can my 2 tanks run the refrigerator?Travel trailer refrigerator question?<br>Propane refrigerators are relatively economical for consumption. If you can find the rating plate on the appliance it should list the btu's of the burner. It probably is no more than about 2500 btu's...<br><br /><br><br /> The quick and dirty formula for consumption is that 100,000 btu's will burn 1 gallon in 1 hour. So 100,000 梅 2500 = 40. You are going to use 1 gallon of propane every 40 hours. A gallon of propane is 4.2 Lbs roughly, so you have about 7 gallons of propane in a 30lb cylinder. 14 gallons ( 2 cylinders ) x 40 hours = 560 hours...divided by 24 hours is just over 23.<br><br /><br><br /> So...after all that confusing math...you have about 3 weeks supply for your refrigerator if it is running under full load all the time. I would say you easily have a months worth of propane supply there.Travel trailer refrigerator question?<br>Can I assume you meant 30 pound and not 30 gallon? 30 pound cylinders are typical on most larger travel trailers and fifth wheels. A 30 pound cylinder will hold 7 gallons when filled. That's about 80% of its total volume but propane cylinders are not filled completely to allow for expansion of the gas at warmer temperatures.<br><br /><br><br />If you're just running the refrigerator then your two full cylinders will last a two to three months or more. But most times you will also be using the stove top, oven and furnace. The furnace being the biggest consumer. In the winter I can go through two cylinders in eight days. In the summer, not using the furnace much or at all, I can go a month or more.<br><br /><br><br />Keep in mind there will always be places along your way where you can refill the cylinders. Many campgrounds and RV parks sell it as well as gas stations. So as long as you plan ahead, just a little, you won't have to worry about running out.<br><br /><br><br />Generally, RV refrigerators are designed to work on either propane or 120 volts however the control board needs 12v to operate.<br><br /><br><br />Steven Fletcher - Full Time RVerTravel trailer refrigerator question?<br>I thought the fridge runs off of 12 volts taken from the trailer harness or the trailer battery. <br><br />The propane runs the heater (furnace) and the stove/ovenclassic car traderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18180587991774993812noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2954348089160422930.post-82025436633283430912012-01-19T04:21:00.000-08:002012-01-19T04:21:17.307-08:00How do i mount a vent cover on a travel trailer?I bought a vent cover for my travel trailer and it came with no instructions on how to mount it. Help!How do i mount a vent cover on a travel trailer?<br>It should have some holes in it for screws. Screw the vent where you want it (preferably over the vent).<br><br />You sound like the vent opening is already there since it is a vent cover,How do i mount a vent cover on a travel trailer?<br>Take the vent and measure the inside openning at bottom of vent lay out this measurement on the trailer where you want it cut it out and if this vent has a inside section make sure it fits hole and put some silcone caulk on flange of vent and screw in on.classic car traderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18180587991774993812noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2954348089160422930.post-81135069279664486872012-01-19T04:20:00.005-08:002012-01-19T04:20:51.635-08:00Can I tow a 23 foot travel trailer with my 30 foot RV?Can my 30 foot RV tow my 23 foot travel trailer? Is that even legal, if it is possible? I live in BC, Canada<br><br /><br><br />Thanks!Can I tow a 23 foot travel trailer with my 30 foot RV?<br>I know several people that travel with a tag-a-long towing a car towing a boat. So yes it can be done, with care. But you will need to check with DOT(department of transportation) as to the legality in the states or provinces) o travel through. I also have a friend who drives a 45' Marathon and he tows a 30' Class "C".<br><br />Also lkeep in mind it will be real slow going in hills and mountains and you MPG will drop dramatically.<br><br />Take care and whatever you do have fun doing it!<br>See what the towing limits are for your coach, but I would say no unless the TT is really light. It would be a real strain on the drivetrain of the coach. I have seen pickups with campers pulling a TT but again, it is a real load on the vehicle doing the pulling.Can I tow a 23 foot travel trailer with my 30 foot RV?<br>you best ask your dept. of motor vehicles.<br>be careful of your turning, not much room in beteewn units.Can I tow a 23 foot travel trailer with my 30 foot RV?<br>the capability and leagality are two differant things. Yes it is possible you first have to see what the towing capibilitys are of your RV it should be in your owners manual or ask an RV dealers. As far as legality you need to contact your local licences office.classic car traderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18180587991774993812noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2954348089160422930.post-57226917608858065732012-01-19T04:20:00.004-08:002012-01-19T04:20:45.835-08:00What is the markup on a new travel trailer?OK, we know there is some "real cost" in the manufacture of a travel trailer--including overhead, etc. Let's say a unit lists for $20,000 on a dealer lot. What do you think is the ACTUAL invoice amount for such a trailer? (Not including delivery, dealer prep, interest, etc.)<br><br /><br><br />Thanks, The RoamersWhat is the markup on a new travel trailer?<br>Its about 30-40% is the list price but most dealerships show list and go down from that, search the Internet for the lowest price and deal with the dealer from your area so you can get it serviced<li><a href='http://cbradio-l.blogspot.com/'>cb radio</a></li>classic car traderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18180587991774993812noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2954348089160422930.post-5881818627348081512012-01-19T04:20:00.003-08:002012-01-19T04:20:33.608-08:00Has anybody ever redone the interior of a travel trailer?Im looking at a travel trailer that needs work on the interior. I am a pretty handy guy And I figure I can do the work myself. I guess what I am wondering is what materials a required and what are some of the pitfalls. It is a 79 that wasnt maintained so I am pretty sure ther is a lot of work to be done. I may have to gut the whole thing. Oh yea its 27' long.Has anybody ever redone the interior of a travel trailer?<br>I have a 76 model 35 foot fifth wheel I'm working on luckily though it was in good condition. The main things I have run into is rotting spots from water leak. Seems like all the demention are different from regular home work. I cool sealed the top then about a month later I cool sealed it again. that took care of the leaks. Now I don't know exactly what you plan to do but I put a regular house refrigorator and toliet . If you do this make sure you secure the real good so they will hold up the travel pressure. Travel Trailers connection can't handle the extra wieght by themselves. Also make sure all cabinet keep travel trailer door latches. Just keep in mind the pressure that happen during movement and make sure you take measures to help prevent but be careful not to wiegh it down to much cause the suspension won't hold up. by the way the good thing is the older models like we have are built tougher.Has anybody ever redone the interior of a travel trailer?<br>I have done one. It was a 88. It was shaped like a rectangle, for the most part. So I took it apart like a box the top the sides the floor.<br><br /><br><br />I replaced all the wood 1x1's all the insulation, all the electrical, all the gas/waste lines. Replaced the bearings, rebuilt the floor. Undercoated the frame. Painted the alluminum sides/top. Screwed everything back together while applying sealent where needed.<br><br /><br><br />It was a lot of work and took a lot of time for something that only gets used a couple of times a year. But, I saved a lot of cash by doing it by myself insted of buying a new one.<br><br /><br><br />If you have the time/room to do it. It is fairley easy. You just need to weigh how much your time is worth to rebuild the camper against how much a new/newer camper will cost.<br><br /><br><br />I got the one that I gutted for free. So, after $1500 in new materials and about 70 hours I had a like new camper.<br><br /><br><br />If you do decide to do it. Take photos. If you decide to sell it later on(as with any thing) photos will help.<br><br /><br><br />GoodluckHas anybody ever redone the interior of a travel trailer?<br>you just have to start in and go, however where i am located campers in better shape, are cheaper than a complete remodel job. you can look online for bluebook prices, and adjust your costs as how much money you may be getting into.<br>Unless you plan on keeping it for yourself, and the pride of saying I did that, it isn't going to be worth the work you put into it, especially if you attempt to sell it.<br><br />BY all means do it if you have the space to work, tools to MAKE what you need, and the required skills. Be prepared to search for the hard to find parts. The economy is going to be your biggest adversary.<br><br />Don't start anything your neighbors will object to.classic car traderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18180587991774993812noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2954348089160422930.post-51312978582810102592012-01-19T04:20:00.002-08:002012-01-19T04:20:24.827-08:00What is it like to own a camper/travel trailer?The kids and I would like to get a "travel trailer" camper under 30 feet. We think camping on the weekends would be fun. My hubby thinks it is just another hassle and says he does not want to mess with winterizing it, upkeep etc. Is winterizing difficult? Could I get some input from others that have campers, basically is it a pain the butt to own one, or worth it? Please tell me the positives and negatives. Thank you!!What is it like to own a camper/travel trailer?<br>If your husband is not hot for the idea, forget it. You will not be able to hook everything up, tow it, and then UNhook everything by yourself, so it will spend the majority if not ALL it's life sitting.<br><br /><br><br />Even when husbands are the main one pushing for buying one, they STILL sit a lot.<br><br /><br><br />My advice for you if you're determined to get something is check out a slide in truck camper. You need a 1 ton truck to do it right.<br><br /><br><br />Sorry I don't know about winterizing. I live in Ca..What is it like to own a camper/travel trailer?<br>The positives are: It's comfy to camp in.<br><br /><br><br />The negatives are: The initial cost is crazy, the upkeep cost is crazy, taxes on it are crazy, do you have a place to store it, Are the neighbors going to complain about it sitting at your house, Is it going to sit for months at a time and need cleaned and repaired every time you want to use it, will the roof start leaking and ruin the interior the first time it gets ice or snow on the roof, will the heat air conditioning and plumbing work when you get where you are going, can you get where you are going with an over sized vehicle, can you do repairs and maintenance yourself, is there a dealer close to where you live so you can get astronomically priced parts when you need them, you have to empty the septic system, you have to drain everything and add antifreeze in the winter and the list goes on and on.<br><br /><br><br />It is a money pit, the value always goes down, never up. It is not an investment, it is a luxury and an expensive one at that.<br><br /><br><br />So I guess if you have plenty of money, go for it.What is it like to own a camper/travel trailer?<br>For a camper to be economical, it needs to be used several times a year to justify the initial expense. You need to make sure you have a vehicle to tow it and do you have a place to park it while not in use without having to pay for storage. Do not buy a NEW RV for your first experience. Winterizing is not expensive.classic car traderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18180587991774993812noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2954348089160422930.post-73995957941751077682012-01-19T04:20:00.001-08:002012-01-19T04:20:12.553-08:00Where can I find a vent cover for a 1979 Avion Travel Trailer?I need to know where I can locate a vent cover for a 1979 Airstream travel trailer. The vent cover is located on the top of the trailer. I believe the model # of the trailer is 6173. The vent cover is plastic and should measure 19.5 in. x 19.5 in.Where can I find a vent cover for a 1979 Avion Travel Trailer?<br>you might try the website for Airstream or ask at a dealership. I checked their website and they do have a parts section.<br><br /><br><br />Camping world has parts and accessories for RV's. They sell vent covers I know for a fact. Online catalog and some stores.Where can I find a vent cover for a 1979 Avion Travel Trailer?<br>vent cover for a 1979 avion travel trailer.comWhere can I find a vent cover for a 1979 Avion Travel Trailer?<br>in the Junk Yardclassic car traderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18180587991774993812noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2954348089160422930.post-21576773800085046382012-01-19T04:20:00.000-08:002012-01-19T04:20:03.559-08:005th wheel travel trailers?When I slide my slide-out in on my 5th wheel, it sticks at the top. What shoud I do?5th wheel travel trailers?<br>the guides at the inner edge may be damaged or need adjusting,could just be as simple as extending the unit and lubing it,is it a ram style or rack and pinoion,the rack may need lube5th wheel travel trailers?<br>Tree branch stuck up on top?<br><br />Or kids toys?<br><br /><br><br />Climb up and look.classic car traderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18180587991774993812noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2954348089160422930.post-84061012235357687832012-01-19T04:19:00.003-08:002012-01-19T04:19:52.115-08:00What kind of bowl or what can I do to have a water bowl for my cat in a travel trailer that won't spill?We want to take our cats on our travel trailer, and of course they need water. I was thinking of using Velcro or suction cups to keep the bowl in place, but this won't necessarily keep the water from spilling out...any ideas?What kind of bowl or what can I do to have a water bowl for my cat in a travel trailer that won't spill?<br>You can take the mentioned anti-spill-bowl that you can buy at any petstore, which has a overhanging lip that prevents any spillage, and put it onto either a rubber surface or carpeting. Either way it won't spill and they can have water when and if they want without it causing a problem. I wouldn't suggest the water bottle though, even though if it's a good make it takes more than a bump to spill, you would need to train your cats to use them.<br>Either get a very deep bowl and only put a tiny bit of water in it or only give them water once you're stopped.<br><br /><br><br />How long are you taking a trip with these cats? Probably a far better idea to leave them at home. What happens when one of them dashes outside when you're out in the middle of nowhere?<br><br /><br><br />edit: a water bottle is a HORRIBLE idea as the bouncing of the car will make the water come dribbling right out.What kind of bowl or what can I do to have a water bowl for my cat in a travel trailer that won't spill?<br>i would suggest something like one of those automatic feeders, or ahampster water thing, you know, like the thing rodents drink out of,<br>Fill the bowl only 10% with water.What kind of bowl or what can I do to have a water bowl for my cat in a travel trailer that won't spill?<br>most pet stores have anti-spill containers just ask<li><a href='http://nadaboats.blogspot.com/'>nada boats</a></li>classic car traderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18180587991774993812noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2954348089160422930.post-34694907484014583562012-01-19T04:19:00.002-08:002012-01-19T04:19:43.543-08:00How to square tandem axles on a travel trailer?I have a travel trailer that the axles are bent. The manufacture is closed. I took the trailer to a axle shop and they said the axles are not true. For them to repair it was close to $4,000 for new axles and labor. The axles were installed by the manufacture that way. The repair shop said that it does not look like it was caused by any damage to the trailer.How to square tandem axles on a travel trailer?<br>Do what Tom R suggests to see if they're out. Axles rely on the leaf spring center bolts to stay in alignment also. If one of these is broken, the axle will shift. Look for rust or paint rubbed off spring where it contacts the axle. A spring shop can replace these a lot cheaper than 4 gs. good luckHow to square tandem axles on a travel trailer?<br>Measure from point on axle to LF or RF corner on trailer. Exact measurement place on both sidesclassic car traderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18180587991774993812noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2954348089160422930.post-41747067917138089762012-01-19T04:19:00.001-08:002012-01-19T04:19:33.296-08:00What were the production years for GEM Industries Inc of Grand Rapids, MI? They made travel trailers & campersI'm trying to find the year my "Little Gem" trailer was made. It's around twelve feet long, and is squared, not "tear drop" shaped. The serial no. is 11564, and the VIN plate says it was made by:<br><br />Gem Industries Inc. 7660 So. Division, Grand Rapids, Michigan (no Zip code)What were the production years for GEM Industries Inc of Grand Rapids, MI? They made travel trailers %26amp; campers<br>Not a specific answer, but I'm sure you could find out more at the RV %26amp; Mobile Home Heritage Foundation in Elkhart, Indiana. Their web address is: http://www.rv-mh-hall-of-fame.org/<br><br /><br><br />If in Elkhart, check them out. They have a surprisingly large and interesting exhibit.classic car traderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18180587991774993812noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2954348089160422930.post-84517441711980353822012-01-19T04:19:00.000-08:002012-01-19T04:19:20.754-08:00What is the best camping generator for a 21 ft Travel trailer?We have a Starcraft 21 ft camping travel trailer and we are looking at a few different generators we are looking at- any advice?What is the best camping generator for a 21 ft Travel trailer?<br>Honda makes very nice portable generators. Low noise levels and reliable. Get something which you can trust to have parts and service available as needed later. Avoid any of the Chinese built generators.<br><br /><br><br />Power requirements depend upon what devices you plan to operate. Determine your power level, acceptable noise limits, electric starting needs, and so on and go shopping. I have information on portable generator use, safety tips, connection, and so on on my web page. Read through including the links and email with questions.<br><br /><br><br />http://members.rennlist.org/warren/gener鈥?/a>What is the best camping generator for a 21 ft Travel trailer?<br>We have 2000 wt honda and it is great. Very quiet, runs our coffee maker,micro,tv/dvd. Does not take a lot of gas. Only thing wont run an A.C., you would have to bump up to a 3500 and thats a big unit. Just depends on what you want to do with it. Add an inverter and you can do a lot with that and charge the batterys every couple days.classic car traderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18180587991774993812noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2954348089160422930.post-81160714481903673782012-01-19T04:18:00.004-08:002012-01-19T04:18:57.096-08:00Which is cheaper renting apartment or owning a travel trailer?Looking to do some traveling in north western states in summer time from this Texas heat and was wondering if it would be cheaper to rent apartment up there or just tow me travel trailer up there and rent a spot out to camp out. Which what is the average rates in Oregon Washington and Idaho, any websites would help too.Which is cheaper renting apartment or owning a travel trailer?<br>If you already own a travel trailer, it will be way cheaper to camp. Campgrounds are about $20-30/day or less and the cheapest of the cheap motels are $50 for one person. Plus, you save a ton by having your own food in the camper instaed of restaurants every night.classic car traderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18180587991774993812noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2954348089160422930.post-75873894882110137742012-01-19T04:18:00.003-08:002012-01-19T04:18:37.379-08:00Can you use a composting toilet in a travel trailer or camper?I am looking at buying an older camper or travel trailer to remodel and travel the USA with. I was wondering if I could replace the existing flushing system with one of the smaller composting toilets like an Airhead, or Nature's Head or C-Head? Would that pose a problem that I don't foresee?Can you use a composting toilet in a travel trailer or camper?<br>should be able to do it ---- friend has a houseboat with 2 built in.<li><a href='http://florida-drivers.blogspot.com/'>florida drivers license</a></li>classic car traderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18180587991774993812noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2954348089160422930.post-22348857416679775012012-01-19T04:18:00.002-08:002012-01-19T04:18:26.773-08:00Can I tow travel trailer with 2006 Grand Caravan SXT?I'm interested in a travel trailer that has a total dry weight of 2,716 and a GVWR of 3,826 %26amp; hitch dry weight of 326lbs. I don't have the tow package. <br><br /><br><br />Can the tow package be added after factory? Can I tow this travel trailer if the tow package is added? Thank you!Can I tow travel trailer with 2006 Grand Caravan SXT?<br>sounds like an overload even with the trailer empty.you need to figure out if your van can pull all that weight because those vans really ain't made for towing . transmission in those things tend to give out if you are towing for a long time also depends which engine and transmission you gotCan I tow travel trailer with 2006 Grand Caravan SXT?<br>Grand Caravan towed 2800 pounds. Go ahead, everyone<br><br />else does.Can I tow travel trailer with 2006 Grand Caravan SXT?<br>Hitch weight correct?? You can add tow package but better check the manual for the weight you have listed for the hitch.<br>Do not do anything until you talk to a dealer. There are a few factors involved ,engine size , transmission, suspension.classic car traderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18180587991774993812noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2954348089160422930.post-13986580631090015092012-01-19T04:18:00.001-08:002012-01-19T04:18:15.485-08:00Anyone know who I can contact about the Katrina travel trailers sitting in ruin? 60 about to be homeless?Hi,<br><br /><br><br />On the FEMA website, it states:..."FEMA is in the process of decreasing its temporary housing inventory from the catastrophic hurricanes of Katrina and Rita. These units are being sold online through our federal partner 鈥?General Services Administrations - at:<br><br /><br><br /> www.gsaauctions.gov.<br><br /><br><br />The GSA is in charge of the trailers.<br><br /><br><br />**Anyone know who I can contact about the Katrina travel trailers sitting in ruin? 60 about to be homeless?<br>You can contact FEMA about them. You might actually get lucky...many of those trailers are sitting in a storage lot and are being sold at fire sale prices. You could get one really cheap. Go to the FEMA website (fema.gov) and check it out.Anyone know who I can contact about the Katrina travel trailers sitting in ruin? 60 about to be homeless?<br>Call FEMA and demand your president do something about this!Anyone know who I can contact about the Katrina travel trailers sitting in ruin? 60 about to be homeless?<br>They are in Arkansas and the government auction place had a web site if I can find it. come back later.classic car traderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18180587991774993812noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2954348089160422930.post-52844196242621373862012-01-19T04:18:00.000-08:002012-01-19T04:18:06.456-08:00Can you live in a parked travel trailer that you won't travel in without registring it?There's a travel trailer for sale that reads, "Tags were due in 1999. It is good to live in, but not travel because of the tags. Call...."<br><br />Can I purchase this trailer and not have to register it? I would feel illegal in just moving it to my property. And what about the title. I wouldn't think you could transfer the title on it either.<br><br />I live in California Thanks for any help.Can you live in a parked travel trailer that you won't travel in without registring it?<br>If it is on your property BEHIND a fence, not in the driveway or on the street (out of the public eye), then no you don't have to register it. A bill of sale is all you need to get it to your property.classic car traderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18180587991774993812noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2954348089160422930.post-72009400043290119902012-01-19T04:17:00.005-08:002012-01-19T04:17:58.745-08:00Can you ride in a travel trailer while driving in new york?can a 14yr old chill/ sleep in the travel trailer, while the tow vehicle is driving. in new york, is there a law against this, i have herd if you use an intercom system then there is no proublem.Can you ride in a travel trailer while driving in new york?<br>In North America and Europe it is illegal for people to ride in a travel trailer or caravan while it is being towed on a public road.<br><br /><br><br /><br>What?<br><br /><br><br />If it isnt against the law, it should be.<br><br /><br><br />You are towing a vehicle and someone is inside sleeping? <br><br /><br><br />What happens if the hitch somehow comes loose, someone forgot to hook the security chains, or you got a rusty bumper and the whole thing breaks loose? Bye, bye trailer.<br><br /><br><br />Is your sleeping passenger safe then? Yikes!!!<br><br /><br><br />A motor home is one thing, but a hitched on trailer - you better let the kid sleep in the car. Law or no Law, keep your kid safe!Can you ride in a travel trailer while driving in new york?<br>No you can't ride in a travel trailer in any state.<br>No. Only if it's a motorhome-style, where there is an opening from the cab to the living area.Can you ride in a travel trailer while driving in new york?<br>Check with the Highway Patrol they will know that States Laws on that . Good luck and Happy Travelsclassic car traderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18180587991774993812noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2954348089160422930.post-36749579625705631372012-01-19T04:17:00.004-08:002012-01-19T04:17:48.323-08:00Can anyone suggest a Chicago location for renting a pickup to move a 22-foot travel trailer?I need to move a 22-foot travel trailer from west central Illinois to central Iowa, a distance of about 300 miles, and I need to rent some sort of vehicle to do it with. I live in Chicago. Can anyone recommend a rental source?Can anyone suggest a Chicago location for renting a pickup to move a 22-foot travel trailer?<br>Go Hawkeyes! I use to live in a small town called Ft. Madison, Iowa. Just minutes from the Iowa State Penitentiary. <br><br /><br><br />I think you will find just what you're looking for here: http://www.allofillinois.com/Sunshine-Mo鈥?/a> <br><br /><br><br />They have trucks with hitches on them ranging from small to large depending on what your load is. They're also located in Chicago so location should be convenient. <br><br />Otherwise, you may want to contact a Budget or U-haul rental company. Can anyone suggest a Chicago location for renting a pickup to move a 22-foot travel trailer?<br>U-Haul is probably your best bet. You can get a truck that's large enough to do the job, it'll have a hitch already installed, and they're going to understand when you tell them you're pulling a trailer. Yeah, you'll be driving a moving truck...<li><a href='http://muffler-l.blogspot.com/'>muffler</a></li>classic car traderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18180587991774993812noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2954348089160422930.post-36524701031707826622012-01-19T04:17:00.003-08:002012-01-19T04:17:38.469-08:00I am in the market of buying a travel trailer?I am in the market of buying a travel trailer, a fixer upper not to old. I would like to keep it under a $1000.00 if I can. I live in Georgia.I am in the market of buying a travel trailer?<br>Trailers sold in that price range often need roof repairs. Also they are very used, check the wheel bearings and condition of electric brakes (if any). Be sure to bleach the water tan a couple times if you intend to use it for drinking.<br><br /><br><br />Another good idea is to hook it up to a water supply BEFORE you guy it, this will expose bad pipes or leaks. <br><br /><br><br />I also "bug bomb" em when I get it home, never know what crawled in it while it sat.classic car traderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18180587991774993812noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2954348089160422930.post-32425805808644054642012-01-19T04:17:00.002-08:002012-01-19T04:17:29.049-08:00Where can I rent a car or a truck to haul a 31 feet travel trailer?The weight of the travel trailer is about 6500 lb. I live in Toronto.Where can I rent a car or a truck to haul a 31 feet travel trailer?<br>Don't know what's available in Canada. In the USA, it would be Penske or Ryder.classic car traderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18180587991774993812noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2954348089160422930.post-11197750430038440292012-01-19T04:17:00.001-08:002012-01-19T04:17:18.138-08:00How much wind can a 27 ft travel trailer take?Ike looks like it's headed straight for us (Houston, TX). I've always thought about going about 63 miles northwest to Lake Somerville (near Brenham) where our camper is and sleeping it until it passes, but how much wind would the Brenham area get if we got a Category 3 or 4 hurricane in this area, and how much wind does it take to blow over a 27' travel trailer?How much wind can a 27 ft travel trailer take?<br>It depends on the condition of the trailer, but chances are the trailer would take a serious beating. I'd recommend moving to a safe zone if Ike actually does make its way to you.<br><br /><br><br />Please stay updated on Ike at the following link:<br><br /><br><br />http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/graphics_at4.sht鈥?/a>How much wind can a 27 ft travel trailer take?<br>I'd be too scared to do that. That area would still get TS force winds at least so you'd better go further inland. Also you will get freaked out under Tornado warnings all day and night long. How much wind can a 27 ft travel trailer take?<br>1) The weakest part of a hurricane is the southwest quadrant. So it's always best to evacuate in that direction.<br><br /><br><br />2) Ike's path is not set in stone. Wait until it clears Cuba before deciding to evacuate.<br><br /><br><br />3) Mobile homes and rv trailers are extremely susceptible to tipping over in high winds. Anything over 50 mph and you're asking for trouble.classic car traderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18180587991774993812noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2954348089160422930.post-32710597658015235802012-01-19T04:17:00.000-08:002012-01-19T04:17:07.622-08:00What to do if your buying a travel trailer from private owner that is still paying on it?I am going to buy a travel trailer off of a private owner but he is still paying on it. I was paying cash. How do we get the title %26amp; transfer it into my name?What to do if your buying a travel trailer from private owner that is still paying on it?<br>find out where he is making the payments and get them to agree to let you buy it. If the finance company don't know your buying it, they will send the title to whoevers name is on the contract.What to do if your buying a travel trailer from private owner that is still paying on it?<br>if he's making payments it's not his to sell. step lightly!classic car traderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18180587991774993812noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2954348089160422930.post-25537581644846659492012-01-19T04:16:00.004-08:002012-01-19T04:16:58.104-08:00Book value travel trailers?blue book value used 2005 keystone travel trailerBook value travel trailers?<br>Look up NADA rv trailer values. However these are inflated values and not based on economic conditions look at actual sale prices from non dealers, like Craigslist, and you will see a lot lower prices than what NADA is listing these at. If your the owner the same rule will apply NADA values being higher then normal you can place an ad at the list price but you won't get calls until your at least %25 to %50 lower then list value.<li><a href='http://pboats.blogspot.com/'>pontoon boats</a></li>classic car traderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18180587991774993812noreply@blogger.com0