Traytop Campers - Opinions

Hi Rossco/Jayne.I have not got one but that is my personal choice as well,the second hand one on that site to may be get them down a little more & save more $'s $19,000.Happy decision making. Bob.

Hi Rossco & Jayne

We went down this track did a heap of research a couple of years ago bought one finally found a few limitations, sold it.

More research, looked at every single one we could find.

We're about to take delivery of a Utility Camper which we're fairly certain will do exactly what we want.

This is a complex subject and would need to talk to you to give you meaningfull information based on your specific requirements. email me a phone no and I'll try to help.

Chris

Rossco

Have you had a look at " target="EOF" class="lbg">www.activecampers.com.au/. I say one of these on the back of a twin cab ute (Well back camper.) They looked very well made and roomy. They are made in both flat tray and well back models and are in the same price range as you are looking at.

A neighbour was looking for something for his Falcon ute and the only thing he could find was a handy-mans-special which he is now rebuilding.

PeterD

I bought a carry me camper new for about $10000.Done a couple of small trips so far and about to go on a 3 months trip.Plenty of storage,no problems so far.
Stubby

I think $23k odd plus extras if you want a fridge etc is completely crazy.Same goes for camper trailers they obscene prices.

You may also want to look/ask the traytop camping group:
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I've had the canopy for about 18 months and had an aluminium box made up professionally, and fitted it out myself for camping. I reckon everybody is a bit different in what they want, so its nice to have the flexibility to do your own thing. The Adventure camper is made here in Adelaide - very good design, and the leg support system is one of the best. The Trayon are also very popular, and theres a heap of other brands out there all offering something different.

We preferred to keep using the swag and/or tent as we didn't want the size/weight of the unit to get out of hand. Maybe sometime in the future we'll slip a Desert sky tent or a Maggiolina rooftop tent on top, but must say that we are very, very happy with our current setup - heaps on room in the canopy, and the access thru the lift up side doors is brilliant.

Re vehicles, I would favour the post '99 Cruiser and Patrol Utes - preferably with the leaf spring rear end, as they have the best payloads. The 4 cyl utes may struggle to hold the load and remain a capable 4wd tourer.

Have a great time looking and hope you buy a lifestyle :-))))

Cheers
phil

Hi Wonder

Ever looked at this one?
Onr third the price and you can dress it up with gear they have or add your own.
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Cya
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As nice a unit as that one may be Rossco you may wish to check out the Trayon slip on campers as an alternative. A quality unit that is far quicker to set up each night. Certainly worth a look.
Cheers Craig............

Carry Me Camper... less than five minutes to get it off the back, a little longer to put back on (I'm a bad reverser!). Pretty good value for money (I have an extended one to fit my tray - $9,000). Setup times - takes me longer to take off the tent cover than it does to set it up - well less than five minutes. Inside the camper is a wealth of storage room.

See my rig pic.

Hi all, thank-you for the informative replies, you have given us much to ponder. We have decided that we may go with a design that does not go above cab height to cut down wind resistance - with fuel prices destined to continue to increase, a driving trip around our huge country with the least amount of wind resistance may save us some hard earned $$$. We also wanted to get a design that allows for an outside kitchen and an ability to have solar panels mounted for self reliance. At this stage there are 3 brands we like:

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www.utilitycampers.com/

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We have also decided that we will buy a factory turbo diesel landcruiser to increase the pulling power and payload. We will continue to look and ask questions periodicaly - so I'm sure we will hear from you all again soon.

On a side note, I have been amazed by the willingness and forthcoming of opinions and advice on this forum and the absence of stupidity from posters. I have posted in various forums (mainly IT based) and have come across plenty of idiots. Maybe its all the fresh air this group of people get?!

Cheers,

Rossco & Jayne