Camper Woes

crash2 · Apr 10, 2006

So as some know my camper was badly damaged when it fell durring a storm. Well with a new set of jacks it could still probably be used but I am to the point that I want a newer one anyways--heck I am going to be lucky if the tow rig lasts more than one run over east. But anyways have any of you guys out there gone and purchased a new camper and from where? WHo is good to deal with and who isnt?
I might end up going with another used one--something a lil newer (in which case I will be having a free camper for somebody)...

whiterice · Apr 10, 2006

All I know is a friend was selling a almost new one for like $7K. But guess it was alum, and fiberglass. Light weight and loaded to the max with goodies. Not sure what a new new one runs..

Kelly · Apr 10, 2006

They can cost up to 35k new....its crazy.

JOOP · Apr 10, 2006

Kelly said:
They can cost up to 35k new....its crazy.

I've seen higher. But I would say minimum for a new one, expect to pay close to 10k. But thier just like car dealers you can talk them down if you play your cards right.

ILLYOTA · Apr 10, 2006

My parents just bought a 2000 lance 11.3 $17k at the lance dealer in marysville

Comet · Apr 10, 2006

Here's one down the street from you. $600

http://seattle.craigslist.org/car/150074417.html

WTOBA · Apr 10, 2006

I just bought a new camper in September. After doing alot of looking I went with a 2006 Arctic Fox 990 Wet bath. Here is a link to the manufacturer. http://www.northwoodmfg.com/2006/fox_camper.htm
I purchased it from Apache Camping Center in Everett, They gave me a really good deal from what I had seen on the same model(Still more than I was expecting to pay for a camper)

Comet · Apr 10, 2006

I like this one...
http://seattle.craigslist.org/car/148823441.html

Comet · Apr 10, 2006

And I dig the 70s styling on this one... (seriously)
http://seattle.craigslist.org/car/149247793.html

blownblue1 · Apr 10, 2006

I have been looking at these lately cause my boss is selling his and I can get a great deal on it the thing is hoooge but im just worried about towing with it in the bed of my truck. How sketchy are those extend a reciever hitch thingys

crash2 · Apr 11, 2006

blownblue said:
I have been looking at these lately cause my boss is selling his and I can get a great deal on it the thing is hoooge but im just worried about towing with it in the bed of my truck. How sketchy are those extend a reciever hitch thingys

Thats on reason I want a 8ft or 9ft camper because I don't wana deal with any type of extension.... Plus I am REALLY hoping to get a new tow rig--more like I am to the point of needing one....

crash2 · Apr 11, 2006

Comet said:
Here's one down the street from you. $600

http://seattle.craigslist.org/car/150074417.html

email sent

Jay W · Apr 11, 2006

You can get a pretty nice used one for $4-6K.

crash2 · Apr 11, 2006

Jay W said:
You can get a pretty nice used one for $4-6K.

As much as I would love a new one I really don't think it will happen. But I have never had a problem getting used stuff and fixing it up(except when it comes to my toy,lol)

Avanteone · Apr 11, 2006

IF you decide to look at new unit, the SnowRiver's are the BEST units out there. I was heavily looking at campers before I decided to go the route I am (look for details/pics tomorrow) and did LOTS of research. I also have two friends in the RV industry at shops that do NOT sell the Snow River's and they said they're the most well built units out there.

John

WTOBA · Apr 11, 2006

blownblue said:
I have been looking at these lately cause my boss is selling his and I can get a great deal on it the thing is hoooge but im just worried about towing with it in the bed of my truck. How sketchy are those extend a reciever hitch thingys

I run the Super Hitch with extension and they are stout. I haul a 20ft enclosed trailer with the buggy or quads in it with no issues at all. I was very nervous at first but they work very well. http://www.torklift.com/p.php?w_page=superhitch

KarlVP · Apr 11, 2006

A friend of mine has an old Dodge RV that he wants to get rid of. It runs and drives just needs a gas tank. All the plumbing/stove/heaters work on it. It has the 400 or 440 wedge motor I can't remember.

He's asking $3K

crash2 · Apr 11, 2006

KarlVP said:
A friend of mine has an old Dodge RV that he wants to get rid of. It runs and drives just needs a gas tank. All the plumbing/stove/heaters work on it. It has the 400 or 440 wedge motor I can't remember.

He's asking $3K

Thanks but I need a pickup more than I need a full awn Rv,lol....

Kelly · Apr 11, 2006

with my 10.5 camper, I didn't need an extention, if you have enough drop on the hitch (meaning my truck was tall enough)....everything cleared just fine...

--toyguy--- · Apr 11, 2006

to be completely honest there is only one camper i would buy for the northwest. and S&S they are built in billings, montana. i have one and it works great did the lance thing and it sucked insualtion was crappy. artic fox's are built in cali and are not built for up here. the S&S will do you good for years to come. good building materials well worth it!