Camper Trailer for Sale - Tent Questions

Submitted: Saturday, Jul 17, 2004 at 18:44
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Hi all,

Our next few 4wd trips that we have planned are not trailer friendly so I've decided to sell the Off Road Camper(Aussie Swag), so if anyone is interested they can check out on ebay.com.au

http://cgi.ebay.com.au/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=32633&item=2484846949&rd=1&ssPageName=WDVW

Anyway it's time to drag out the old tent. The question I'd like to post is about what are people's thoughts about putting a ground sheet under the tent. In the past I've tried a tarp but it's a pain in the neck cleaning it before putting it back in the car. I've read that some people use Shade Cloth. Is this any better ? any other suggestions ?

Thanks in advance
Phil P
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Reply By: Member - Foxer - Saturday, Jul 17, 2004 at 18:52

Saturday, Jul 17, 2004 at 18:52
Phil P
Advertize it in the trader section mate, support the site you're using, we've had good results!!!
Shade cloth is the go just pick it up and give it a good shake.
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Reply By: Member - Jack - Saturday, Jul 17, 2004 at 18:59

Saturday, Jul 17, 2004 at 18:59
Shade cloth is good, and I use a product called "Annexe Matting" which is thicker, but a bit pricey (at around $50 per metre).
The good part is that this stuff does not kill the grass underneath, protects the bottom of the tent, and a quick shake usually sees it clean up quite well. I roll it up and slip mine into a canvas bag.
The Annexe Matting is available from places like Clarke Rubber and bigger camping shops.
Jack
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Reply By: Bluegeorge - Saturday, Jul 17, 2004 at 19:36

Saturday, Jul 17, 2004 at 19:36
G'day Phil,

what's the tow ball weight on your unit?

Blue
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Follow Up By: Phil P - Saturday, Jul 17, 2004 at 19:43

Saturday, Jul 17, 2004 at 19:43
I'd be guessing but I think it's around 25-30kgs. It's a very well balanced trailer.
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Reply By: Bluegeorge - Saturday, Jul 17, 2004 at 20:20

Saturday, Jul 17, 2004 at 20:20
Thanks Phil
I'll keep an eye on the auction, still trying woo extra $$ out of my lovely other half(she reads this forum too)
Blue
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Reply By: Vinnie - Sunday, Jul 18, 2004 at 07:50

Sunday, Jul 18, 2004 at 07:50
Phil
You must be going to some exteme place(s) if you cant take that trailer!!
I like the Aussie Swag trailers as a unit they are in the top of the list when I can afford to buy 1. Melbournes a bit to far for a closer look.
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Follow Up By: Phil P - Sunday, Jul 18, 2004 at 14:03

Sunday, Jul 18, 2004 at 14:03
Hi Vinnie,

In 4 weeks I'm doing a double Simpson Desert Crossing, all the research I've done has convinced me that trailers are a not recommended. Next Years trip includes a train trip from Adelaide to Alice on the Ghan. Trailers can't be be put on the Ghan. That's my trips for the next 2 years.

Phil P
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