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[joelh]

Hi just joined and have really enjoyed looking through the fourms.

I am a full time artist, doing about 12 shows a year and hotels have gotten old and expensive. I love the idea of a small fiberglass as a home away from home. I do a lot of backpacking and tent camping, so these little guys suit my temperament much better that a big travel trailer. I will be towing with a full size van, but I don't want to hassle with a large trailer in traffic, ect.

I am currently looking at a scamp 16 and a burro 17. They both have everything I need. Sleeping for 2, toilet, bath. The Burro has an icebox rather than a fridge (not a big deal) and does not have a/c (big deal). If I end up going with the burro, I will have to add air. I have seen some good ideas in the forum and will be mining those.

Any insight into these two trailers? They appear to be almost equals in most ways.

[Chester Taje]

I got no in put but welcome to the forum.

[Donna D.]

Hi Joel, I second Ches' welcome! Frankly, I don't think you'd go wrong with either... I own a Scamp. If you're looking to buy used (obviously the Burro would be used), make certain it's in the maintenance shape you are comfortable with. Keep us posted on your progress and I'm certain others will be along shorty with more/better answers.

[Bryan L.]

Welcome! Will you have access to electricity to run the air at all of your shows? Might be a moot point because if you don't have electricity, you won't have air unless you buy a generator too. Adding air is possible but if it already has it, that's a plus that you won't have to worry about.

[Michele B]

Hi just joined and have really enjoyed looking through the fourms.

I am a full time artist, doing about 12 shows a year and hotels have gotten old and expensive. I love the idea of a small fiberglass as a home away from home. I do a lot of backpacking and tent camping, so these little guys suit my temperament much better that a big travel trailer. I will be towing with a full size van, but I don't want to hassle with a large trailer in traffic, ect.

I am currently looking at a scamp 16 and a burro 17. They both have everything I need. Sleeping for 2, toilet, bath. The Burro has an icebox rather than a fridge (not a big deal) and does not have a/c (big deal). If I end up going with the burro, I will have to add air. I have seen some good ideas in the forum and will be mining those.

Any insight into these two trailers? They appear to be almost equals in most ways.

Oooh, are you looking at this? http://www.fiberglass-rv-4sale.com/for-sal...-travel-trailer
I saw it this evening and almost fell over.

I've been researching trailers for nearly a year, but am not yet ready to pull the trigger ($). Welcome to the forum! I'd bet that, having a van for storing much of your stuff, you'd be happy with even a 13'.

I'll let others chime in on the Scamp vs Burro, but I for one like the smooth interiors of the Burro. I wonder if a roof-mounted A/C is incompatible with the seams on this design, though....not that you can't go in through a window or a custom portal.

[Matt in SV]

Oooh, are you looking at this? http://www.fiberglass-rv-4sale.com/for-sal...-travel-trailer
I saw it this evening and almost fell over.

I've been researching trailers for nearly a year, but am not yet ready to pull the trigger ($). Welcome to the forum! I'd bet that, having a van for storing much of your stuff, you'd be happy with even a 13'.

I'll let others chime in on the Scamp vs Burro, but I for one like the smooth interiors of the Burro. I wonder if a roof-mounted A/C is incompatible with the seams on this design, though....not that you can't go in through a window or a custom portal.

Joel you should get all over that right away. It would be nice at twice the price, and will go quick!

Regards,

Matt

[Donna D.]

Joel you should get all over that right away. It would be nice at twice the price, and will go quick!

Regards,

Matt

Too late, already sold.

[joelh]

Too late, already sold.

Actually it is the other one that is listed. I talked to the guy yesterday and will be looking at it over the weekend.

[Kevin K]

Try this site http://craiglook.com/all.html?q=Scamp

[Robin G]

Joe, Like others I don't have a strong opinion on any brand other than to say you will know which one is right for you when you see it I would suggest taking the Buyers Check List with you when looking at any trailer. Buyers Check list That will help you look for things that could be potential issues down the road. Welcome, have fun on the hunt (it really is a fun experience) for your perfect trailer.


I am assuming you will be camping in campgrounds/rvparks with services if your considering a air conditioner at least while on your business travels so I would definitely say a egg with air already installed would be what I would look for rather than having to fit one in. I am a firm believer in factory install. Mostly because the structure is in there for the weight of the air conditioner unit itself. Adding one in after the fact can be done, but not without some thought and hard work. Again, enjoy the search!

[bill&sandra]

Welcome! You've joined the merry band of egg owners! A fun bunch!
If you are interested in installing a side ac in your egg, my husband put one in our Scamp 19 project rv last summer. Did a very nice job--and that's from Mz. Picky Wife! He can surely give you some tips when you need it.

[joelh]

Welcome! You've joined the merry band of egg owners! A fun bunch!
If you are interested in installing a side ac in your egg, my husband put one in our Scamp 19 project rv last summer. Did a very nice job--and that's from Mz. Picky Wife! He can surely give you some tips when you need it.

Thanks, would love some tips, I will send you a pm. The cost of a rooftop unit is sending me into consideration of a small window type.

[Jerry Cranford]

Thanks, would love some tips, I will send you a pm. The cost of a rooftop unit is sending me into consideration of a small window type.

Welcome to the fibre family. If you are still deciding, don't overlook the Escape...made in Chilliwack B.C. (Canada). Sold my 16' Scamp last fall and recently took delivery of our new Escape 17'. A far superior trailer in every way....particularily no rivets and no exposed wood floor. Check out their website www.escapetrailer.com