Help to pick suitable camper trailer.

Submitted: Friday, Apr 27, 2007 at 15:36
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Can anyone give me any advice on what camper trailer or wind-up would be suitable for 2 adults and 2 young kids to travel the top end from Perth to Brisbane - Need something light ( discovery tdi towing with)moderate to light off road driving, need two rooms don't want to be stepping over kids to get into bed, don't really want to be putting up awnings so the kids can sleep.Basically need something easy to manage but comfortable and light to tow. Someone please help ,only have two months to organise it!
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Reply By: Member - Rotord - Friday, Apr 27, 2007 at 16:12

Friday, Apr 27, 2007 at 16:12
Visit the Jayco and Coromal dealers in Cannington for ideas and then check their advice with the forum . Lots of previous discussion here , well worth searching .
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Reply By: Dustin - Friday, Apr 27, 2007 at 16:22

Friday, Apr 27, 2007 at 16:22
Check this out Camprite: www.campritecampers.com.au/

Ideal for 2 adults and 2 kids, sets up in minutes.

Also have a look at Pioneer campers: " target="EOF" class="lbg">www.pioneercampers.com/

Not much time to make your decision and to be happy with your set up, good luck.
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Follow Up By: Dustin - Friday, Apr 27, 2007 at 16:25

Friday, Apr 27, 2007 at 16:25
Neither of these have two rooms but do provide options to avoid stepping on the kids. :-)
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Follow Up By: Member - Captain (WA) - Friday, Apr 27, 2007 at 23:42

Friday, Apr 27, 2007 at 23:42
I agree a Camprite is a good choice for 2 adults + 2 kids, best on the market IMHO in the camper trailer range for a family.

But if after more of a caravan style, then the Windsor Rapid is a good choice. Its extremely quick to set up and has a whole host of advantages over the Jayco/Coromal types. Click on my rig link below for some pics of both.

Cheers

Captain
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Reply By: Member - Duncs - Friday, Apr 27, 2007 at 16:30

Friday, Apr 27, 2007 at 16:30
We have had a Trak Shak for over 10 years now and love it.

It will go anywhere you can take a car and trailer is lighter than most to tow is quick and easy to set up and has heaps of room inside.

The beds can be left made up so that saves time. The beds (2 queen size) are up off the floor and very comfortable. We have an additional foam matteress for the 3rd child.

Have a look at the website www.trakshak.com.au I think or just search for Trak Shak. They are based in Adelaide but transport all over for reasonable rates.

Duncs
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Follow Up By: Member - Bucky (VIC) - Saturday, Apr 28, 2007 at 10:12

Saturday, Apr 28, 2007 at 10:12
G day Duncs
I'm with you ,,, get a Trak Shak ,,, will actually last you for years ,

Cheers Mate
Bucky

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Follow Up By: Member - Duncs - Monday, Apr 30, 2007 at 10:37

Monday, Apr 30, 2007 at 10:37
Bucky,

Ours is over ten years old now. It is very well travelled and is still going strong. We have just replaced the mattress that me and the missus use. THe one the kids are on is fine for a little while yet.

That and a couple of tail light globes is about it.

Duncs
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Reply By: Member - Wilgadene (QLD) - Friday, Apr 27, 2007 at 16:51

Friday, Apr 27, 2007 at 16:51
Have a look in a newsagency and see if they have a magazine called "Campertrailer Guide". Lots of good ideas and plenty of examples of different sorts of trailers. If you have the money the wind-up style such as Jayco or Goldstream are probably the way for you to go as there is very little setting up compared to the tent trailer style. Good luck.
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Reply By: kangas - Friday, Apr 27, 2007 at 22:17

Friday, Apr 27, 2007 at 22:17
Have a look at Australian Offroad campers, very well made
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Reply By: Gronk - Saturday, Apr 28, 2007 at 09:40

Saturday, Apr 28, 2007 at 09:40
If you want a CT....Camprite !!!!

If you want a pop top .....Jayco, Coromal, Goldstream !!!

Depends on your tastes, but if you want to go offroad, have a good look at the Camprite, it doesn't have two rooms but the sleeping arrangements for two kids is very good ( no I don't own one, I have a KK, which is good for us two )
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Reply By: Member - Bentaxle - Saturday, Apr 28, 2007 at 10:02

Saturday, Apr 28, 2007 at 10:02
Azupooh
Try "Campers on the Run" they are in Unit 5, 10 McElligott Court, Canningvale, ph 08 9256 3450. They are virtually nextdoor to Terlin Outbacker They also have a website www.campersontherun.com.au
Their Off roas Óutback' Deluxe Package will set u back about $16495, there are a couple of variations, and they are open all day Saturdays
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Reply By: Outa Bounds - Sunday, Apr 29, 2007 at 07:58

Sunday, Apr 29, 2007 at 07:58
We've got two kids ourselves and have just purchased an All Terrain Camper after seeing it at the Sydney Show, heaps of room, great quality and seems very durable - would handle a lot more than light off road so probably a bit more than you're after.

I wouldn't recommend a Pioneer for a family with two kids, particularly if you're traveling up north in the heat. Small windows and small floor area.

Most campers seemed like they would take about the same to put up. Complete Campsite was another whose quality we were impressed with.

Check out the website www.campertrailers.org for a complete list of different brands and a look at some picture of members campers to get a bit of an idea. You can check out the trader section to see ones for sale as well - usually more detailed pics in there.
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