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07-19-2015, 01:12 PM
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Senior Member
Name: Lyle
Trailer: Scamp 16, previously Scamp 13
None
Posts: 739
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check out local trailers? - lower Michigan
Hey, I'm starting to look for a fiberglass trailer. I'm not decided on manufacturer. Would love to be able to see some in person. I've contacted Scamp, Casita and Escape. The only response I got was from Escape, but the couple they suggested I contact have not answered their phone for a week now. Must be out traveling.
Would love to hear from someone in the Port Huron/Croswell area who might be willing to give me a tour. Maybe this is a taboo , for security concerns. I was surprised that I couldn't find any post suggesting this to noob's.
Thanks, Lyle
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07-19-2015, 01:39 PM
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#2
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Senior Member
Name: Gordon
Trailer: 2015 Scamp (16 Std Layout 4) with '15 Toyota Sienna LE Tug
North Carolina
Posts: 5,156
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I got responses and list of local owners from both Scamp and Casita. Did you say "please"?
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07-19-2015, 01:52 PM
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Senior Member
Trailer: Class A Motorhome
Posts: 7,912
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Yep, "Please" might a lot better word to get their attention with than "Hey".... LOL
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07-19-2015, 01:58 PM
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Junior Member
Trailer: 2001 Casita 16 ft Spirit Deluxe
Posts: 16
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I am pretty sure I saw a note on Casita's website that they were shut down for summer holidays for the past two weeks. You will probably get a response when they are back and all caught up.
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07-19-2015, 06:48 PM
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Senior Member
Name: Mike
Trailer: 93 Burro 17 ft
Oklahoma
Posts: 6,025
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MCDenny lives over your way and has a Lil Snoozy. No idea if he's around home, though.
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07-19-2015, 09:00 PM
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Senior Member
Name: Lyle
Trailer: Scamp 16, previously Scamp 13
None
Posts: 739
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Thanks Mike, I'll send him a PM.
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07-19-2015, 09:03 PM
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Senior Member
Name: Lyle
Trailer: Scamp 16, previously Scamp 13
None
Posts: 739
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Probably right Clare. I'll give them a few more days, then maybe call instead of email.
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07-20-2015, 05:31 AM
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Senior Member
Name: Bob Ruggles
Trailer: 2015 Escape
Michigan
Posts: 1,537
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I'm almost all the way across the state from you but you're welcome to look at my Escape 19. Send me a private message if interested.
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07-20-2015, 09:03 AM
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Senior Member
Name: Bat Dude
Trailer: Escape
Michigan
Posts: 347
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Big Rapids area
Hi,
We are in the Big Rapids area (± 25 mi se) and have a Camp 16'.
We are heading to the U.P. with it on Wed and not back for about 10 days.
Welcome to come see it and get a tour.
Bruce
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Conservation biologist specializing in bats. Now stepping aside from paid $ bat work and just Escaping, painting and mentoring grad students
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07-20-2015, 10:04 AM
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Senior Member
Name: Lyle
Trailer: Scamp 16, previously Scamp 13
None
Posts: 739
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Thanks BatDude.
I wouldn't be able to get there before Wed, so it would have to wait until you got back. Perhaps the first week in August. I have a request in for some names from Scamp, so if they come through in between now and then I might find one closer to check out. I know there is one in the area - I've seen it on the road!
I'll let you know after you are back. Thanks!
By the way, Have a great trip!
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07-20-2015, 01:25 PM
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Member
Name: Nancy & Dan
Trailer: Casita
Michigan
Posts: 43
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We have a 1995 Casita we would be willing to show you. We are in Jackson, about 2 and a half hrs away.
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07-20-2015, 05:23 PM
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Senior Member
Name: Lyle
Trailer: Scamp 16, previously Scamp 13
None
Posts: 739
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Thanks Nancy.
Casita came through today with several folks within an hour or so of me, so I should be set. If something comes up that I can't work out a tour with these guys, I may take you up. I'll let you know.
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07-20-2015, 06:42 PM
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Moderator
Name: RogerDat
Trailer: 2010 Scamp 16
Michigan
Posts: 3,744
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Not right away but http://www.fiberglassrv.com/forums/f...ble-67391.html
Rally in Algonac would give you a chance to see a lot of models and right down the road from you. Hoping to see Bob's Escape there myself this Sept.
Or if you don't mind a little driving you might be able to hit one of the other rallies. http://www.fiberglassrv.com/forums/f...aps-67269.html
Not uncommon to have a time set aside for wandering around checking out each others campers and modifications. Sort of an open house.
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07-20-2015, 07:03 PM
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Senior Member
Name: Lyle
Trailer: Scamp 16, previously Scamp 13
None
Posts: 739
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Dang, would love to be there, but I will be in California and Colorado backpacking from Aug 13 through Sept 21 this year.
Perhaps the Lancaster, PA rally in October would work for me. I have very good friends that I visit regularly about 25 minutes from Lancaster, so could combine the trip.
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07-20-2015, 07:24 PM
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Moderator
Name: RogerDat
Trailer: 2010 Scamp 16
Michigan
Posts: 3,744
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Can't beat a rally for getting to see a lot of possibilities in one shot, and I think they would be fun even if one could only make a day of it. Motel camping and tenting are another couple of options. Bring a store bought relish or cheese tray to the potluck and it is all good. Box of wine can be a welcome addition too at least at some rallies.
Sorry won't see you there at Algonac but say high to the rockies for me while your out there. Have family in Colo. and always enjoy visiting the area.
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07-20-2015, 08:41 PM
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Senior Member
Name: Mike
Trailer: 93 Burro 17 ft
Oklahoma
Posts: 6,025
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Are you hoping to buy a trailer in time for your hiking trip?
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07-20-2015, 08:42 PM
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Commercial Member
Name: Mike
Trailer: Boler13/trillium4500/buro13
Ontario
Posts: 1,138
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If your in the LA area you could come by the happier camper lot and check out 7 different trailer makes as well as the new HCI
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07-21-2015, 04:51 AM
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Senior Member
Name: Lyle
Trailer: Scamp 16, previously Scamp 13
None
Posts: 739
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No, will not be buying before the trip.
This is pretty much solid backpacking. Four days driving out to California, two days acclimating at altitude, then three weeks solid backpacking on the John Muir Trail. After that 4 days to meander to Estes Parke, CO. Possibly stopping a day or so at Zion then Three days hiking in Rocky Mountain National Park, then a 35 year reunion for a cross country backpacking trip I did in 1980 & 81. Will be a great trip. Don't think I'll have time to drive on to LA - will be with a friend.
I'll try to get myself to a rally. I went to a large dealer- several hundred trailers/motor homes on the lot- to look around. I was very disappointed. They had exactly 1 stick built that I would even consider. A 24 footer. All the rest of their trailers were either large fifth wheels or monster motor homes. About a dozen Class C. Went into a few of the Class C's but, overall, it was a waste of an hour+ drive each way.
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07-21-2015, 05:02 AM
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Senior Member
Name: Lyle
Trailer: Scamp 16, previously Scamp 13
None
Posts: 739
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Scamp/Casita come through
Since I originally said I had received no response from Scamp or Casita earlier, I just though I owed it to them to update.
Stuffed in my Mailbox yesterday was a large envelope with brochures and price lists for Scamp and Casita with instructions to call them for referrals, which I did. I'm in the process of setting up some visits for later this week or next. Will have to do a bit of a road trip, as only a couple are what I would really consider local.
Also in the mail yesterday was a brochure and price list from Escape (still haven't gotten an answer on the phone for their referral). Also, and I don't remember requesting this, but apparently I did, was a brochure and price list from OLIVER. WOW! Nice trailer, no doubt, but way out of my league financially.
Yesterday was a bonanza for receiving info. Spent several hours pricing out various options. Most are falling into my expectations. Surprised that Escape is lower than I anticipated, once the monetary exchange rate is factored in. Still expensive, but a pleasant surprise.
Thanks to all who have responded thus far, taking all your comments/suggestions into consideration.
Heading over to see MCDenny's Lil Snoozy tomorrow morning - thanks again for the suggestion.
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07-21-2015, 06:54 PM
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#20
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Junior Member
Name: Mary Lou
Trailer: Casita 16' SD
Michigan
Posts: 6
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16' Casita in Lansing
I have a 2015 Casita 16' SD in Lansing you're welcome to come look at.
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Mary Lou
Casita 16' SD & Chevy Equinox V6
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