New Scamp owner coming from a "stickie."

[tradcatholic]

Greetings all!
I am a 20-something male, living near the St. Louis area who just recently became the proud owner of a 2016 Scamp 13' Layout 2. I have owned a 2017 Rockwood Mini Lite 23' for the last 4.5 years, and have spent over 250 nights and 30,000 miles traveling in it, and loved every second. I've always wanted a molded fiberglass trailer, and finally saved the finances to justify owning a second RV, since I can't quite convince myself to part with my Mini Lite. The primary goal of having a Scamp was being able to take it on shorter trips easily, and have something I can tow with my spare vehicle, which is a 2012 Subaru Outback 3.6R. I love my big Silverado 1500 crew cab, but there are times when it is nice to be able to take the Subaru camping, and I wanted to get out of a tent. I also wanted a compact base camp that I can use when I take backpacking trips in the Ozarks. I liked the durability and ease of maintenance with a molded trailer, versus a traditional trailer. (My Mini Lite is in like-new condition and has never leaked, but has taken a HUGE amount of time to keep it that way, and I think I should purchase stock in lap sealant at this point.)

I am sure I will have tons of questions on the care and feeding of my little egg, which I have affectionately dubbed "Shrimp Scampi." I am a bit particular with my vehicles, maybe to a fault, so I am all for over-maintaining them to make them last and keep them in pristine working order. Looking forward to hearing some tips and tricks, and sharing travel experiences with the FGRV community!

-John

[Jon in AZ]

Nice Scamp! I predict you’ll love it, and yes, not as much work to maintain as your stickie.

Welcome to the “egg” community, and (more) happy travels!

[Wayne Collins]

Won't be long that you will get rid of the stickie.

[MJo]

Since you like to take care of your RV’s you’ll be glad to learn that the service dept. at Scamp is reliably responsive to any concerns or questions. You’ve made a good investment, Scamp is a good company. I’m probably the biggest pain they’ve had, lots of questions, but they always answer quickly and explain in simple language I can understand. Any concerns, just reach out to them. You’ve chosen well. Enjoy.

[ColoradoSwany]

Shrimp Scampi is the best name for a Scamp that I’ve ever seen! Good job! 😂😂😂

[jdittrich]

Nice choice for your upgrade. I too live near St. Louis and own a 16' 2008 Scamp. If you need some support, let me know,

[Artist Chic]

Welcome! Glad to have you here. Nice to see younger members.
Love the name!

[RSchleder]

My son has a Rockrood Mini Lite and I understand completely your hesitation to sell yours. My son's unit is 10 years old and has never been to a dealers or shop for any repairs. Why--because nothing has ever failed! I've owned 12 different RV's, all the way from our Scamp 13' deluxe to 3 different class A diesel motorhomes and no RV I've owned compares to the reliability of that Mini Lite!