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04-20-2015, 03:53 PM
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Junior Member
Name: erin
Trailer: Havasu
New Mexico
Posts: 2
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New (to me) 1971 Havasu
I just purchased this Havasu trailer that's the same age as me, and seems (to me) to be in great condition. I *think* that it had one owner until 2013 (it was posted for sale on this site in 2013), then the second owner never used it. Since I haven't been able to find much about Havasus (Havasi?) online (and I've found NO photos of another that has an oven, as mine does), I thought I'd share some pics here.
It appears to have had some interior work done (like trim, contac paper walls) that isn't the most beautiful I've ever seen, but it is fully functional, with no leaks and a CLEAN fridge! We had to add a different wiring harness to make it compatible with my Ford Escape, which tows it like a dream. I just need to pick up a new battery and we can be on the road.
Any advice anyone here may have for its care and feeding, I'd love to hear.
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04-20-2015, 04:09 PM
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Member
Name: Deirdre
Trailer: Trillium 1300
Ontario
Posts: 40
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Very cool - I for one am drooling over the stove colour!! Happy camping!
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04-20-2015, 04:43 PM
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Senior Member
Trailer: Trails West Campster 1970
Posts: 3,366
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It's basically a Compact with a fixed poptop- and some of them have ovens. Love the oven color. I've seen that in a VW popup but not one of these.
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04-21-2015, 10:39 AM
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#4
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Junior Member
Name: erin
Trailer: Havasu
New Mexico
Posts: 2
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Small correction -- we are definitely not the 3rd owners! Heard back (via this site) from the folks that sold it in 2013 and they know of at least a couple before them. It has held up well. Looking forward to our first trip, probably mid-May to southern NM, then Grand Canyon for the annual star party in June.
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04-21-2015, 01:24 PM
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Member
Name: carleen
Trailer: On epic search for Eriba
Texas
Posts: 61
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lucky fella
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05-12-2015, 10:27 PM
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Junior Member
Name: Janet
Trailer: Havasu
California
Posts: 6
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My husband and I just bought a 1972 Havasu -- which we are gutting and redesigning (with what little budget we have). Yours actually looks pretty nice inside! We have no oven, but the original 3-burner cooktop is there, so if it works we'll be keeping it! There is something about this camper that I just love, though I'm not sure what it is. We will be posting pictures soon.
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05-13-2015, 05:01 AM
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Senior Member
Trailer: 1988 16 ft Scamp Deluxe
Posts: 25,711
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Quote:
Originally Posted by janet berrian
My husband and I just bought a 1972 Havasu -- which we are gutting and redesigning (with what little budget we have). Yours actually looks pretty nice inside! We have no oven, but the original 3-burner cooktop is there, so if it works we'll be keeping it! There is something about this camper that I just love, though I'm not sure what it is. We will be posting pictures soon.
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to FiberglassRV Janet.
Can I respectfully suggest that you not gut your new trailer. At least not yet. You say it's looks pretty nice inside. That tells me it's usable. We are in camping season and if you move forward with your plans, you'll miss opportunities to make memories. Until you've camped in your trailer, you really won't know what changes/mods need to be done. No matter how good ideas are and sketches look, nothing is the same as actually using the trailer. I'd suggest waiting until you've used it and then if you want to move forward gut/change do it during non-camping season.
Of all things, one thing you can never get back is time. Don't waste one moment when you can make memories.
Best of luck!
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Donna D.
Ten Forward - 2014 Escape 5.0 TA
Double Yolk - 1988 16' Scamp Deluxe
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05-13-2015, 05:30 AM
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Moderator
Trailer: U-Haul 1985
Posts: 3,436
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I agree with Donna, its a great time to be camping right now
That little woop-de-do raised roof is very cool!
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05-13-2015, 08:45 AM
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Senior Member
Name: Kathy
Trailer: 2017 Escape 19
Washington
Posts: 600
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Very cool little trailer. I too love the turquoise oven! It looks to be in really nice shape - pretty much ready to go Glamping! Have fun!
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05-13-2015, 08:47 AM
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Senior Member
Trailer: No Trailer Yet
Posts: 1,704
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I saw a Compact basically as "salvage" at a place near me a few years back. Now I wonder if I should have bought it!
My question is, the raised fiberglass portion on this trailer, is that factory? The Compact I saw had the "cloth" when it was raised. I actually like the one displayed here better! More durable.
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05-13-2015, 08:58 AM
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Senior Member
Name: Jon
Trailer: 2008 Scamp 13 S1
Arizona
Posts: 11,964
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Darral T.
My question is, the raised fiberglass portion on this trailer, is that factory? The Compact I saw had the "cloth" when it was raised. I actually like the one displayed here better! More durable.
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…but not garageable, one of the big advantages of Compacts in an age of HOA restrictions, possibly heavier, and having greater frontal area and less ventilation. But I see your point, especially after learning of a forum member's recent experience with having the pop top on a Campster tear loose while driving at highway speeds. Judging by the number of pop tops out there, though, I think that was a rare event. In any case, this one is cool!
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05-13-2015, 09:17 AM
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Senior Member
Trailer: No Trailer Yet
Posts: 1,704
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You have a good point too Jon. My Scamp has the roof-mount A/C and I cant get it in the garage. Although, I have a nice "carport" to park it under, it would still be nice when I want to do some work on it (especially during the cold winter or rains) be able to pull it in the garage. Pros/cons to everything.
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Originally Posted by Jon in AZ
…but not garageable, one of the big advantages of the Compacts in an age of HOA restrictions, and also heavier and having greater frontal area. But I see your point, especially after learning of a forum member's recent experience with having the pop top on a Campster tear loose while driving at highway speeds. Judging by the number of pop tops out there, though, I think that was a rare event.
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