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What trailer 25k or under?
« on: April 29, 2011, 09:18:58 PM »
As the title suggests, the wife and I are commencing proceedings for a new CT. We discussed a Jayco Hawk/Eagle etc, we then moved onto a 2nd hand caravan but I woke up to myself and realised I wouldn't be able to take one to the places we may wish to do so. So I thought a good quality CT with all the bells and whistles etc for that price range. So far I like the Complete Campsite Trailers (Jabiru) however there is no doubt several trailers around the same price range. Mainly focussing on a soft floor with 12v/240v (legal setup of course) power, plumbed water, nice kitchen etc. Something super easy and quick to set up with what we need...

Yes, this means we are selling our Mario Trailer...

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Re: What trailer 25k or under?
« Reply #1 on: April 29, 2011, 09:27:02 PM »
Complete campsite of course ;D ;D
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Re: What trailer 25k or under?
« Reply #2 on: April 29, 2011, 09:30:34 PM »
http://www.mountaintrailcampers.com.au/Content.aspx?contentK=97

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http://tambocampers.com.au/Omeo.html
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Re: What trailer 25k or under?
« Reply #3 on: April 29, 2011, 09:38:16 PM »
The problem (and only one) with the Complete campsite is that they start at just over $25k so doesnt leave anything for extras if required (full annex etc). I am looking at updating in the distant future and will see what deals Complete campsite are offering at the Brisbane caravan and camping show in June. My other choices are Modcon Solution rear fold and Trackabout SV Extenda. I like all 3 but leaning towards Trackabout with a few changes pinched from the other 2 brands.
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Re: What trailer 25k or under?
« Reply #4 on: April 29, 2011, 09:50:28 PM »
Quote from: cancan on April 29, 2011, 09:38:16 PM
The problem (and only one) with the Complete campsite is that they start at just over $25k so doesnt leave anything for extras if required (full annex etc). I am looking at updating in the distant future and will see what deals Complete campsite are offering at the Brisbane caravan and camping show in June. My other choices are Modcon Solution rear fold and Trackabout SV Extenda. I like all 3 but leaning towards Trackabout with a few changes pinched from the other 2 brands.

Call me bias but with the Complete Campsite you are getting what you pay for.  Not to detract from others because I reckon JT makes an excellant trailer, so it all comes down to personal preference, and budget of course.  Just my opinion
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Re: What trailer 25k or under?
« Reply #5 on: April 29, 2011, 10:36:29 PM »
In my biased opinion, it would have to be trackabout  :cup: for your budget you should be able to get everything you want in a trackie. Complete campsite did look pretty awesome at the shows, but with the bells and whistles they were a whole price bracket above. Talk to JT,  and check out the drifta return kitchen, it's a great setup!
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Re: What trailer 25k or under?
« Reply #6 on: April 29, 2011, 10:46:05 PM »
For a pinch more mate your in a new forward fold Modcon. Really nice trailers.
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Re: What trailer 25k or under?
« Reply #7 on: April 29, 2011, 10:53:14 PM »
Racer, we have the same predicament but with Mountain Trail & All Terrain also thrown in for our "shortlist". To add a wildcard, I like the pricing of the Armadillo considering the features but currently not many reviews of it.
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Re: What trailer 25k or under?
« Reply #8 on: April 29, 2011, 11:56:48 PM »
Quote from: Pete_R on April 29, 2011, 10:53:14 PM
Racer, we have the same predicament but with Mountain Trail & All Terrain also thrown in for our "shortlist". To add a wildcard, I like the pricing of the Armadillo considering the features but currently not many reviews of it.

There is a review in the current CTA. Looks like you get a lot for the $.

If it were me I would be looking at the extender type from J.T., Camel, Mountain trail etc.
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Re: What trailer 25k or under?
« Reply #9 on: April 30, 2011, 12:57:45 AM »
In my bias opinion you cant go past a lifestyle extenda where it be the elite or the standard, if you put all the options on to it that the complete campsite have you will still have change left over from $25k.

Never let me down been over some serious tracks is basically bullet proof.

Consider Lifestyle and I dont think you will look back.

Cheers Rod.... 8)

P.S. The Lifestyle has an extra 300mm on the walkway than the trackabout sv extenda. But from what i have heard and seen trackabout make a very good trailer.

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Re: What trailer 25k or under?
« Reply #10 on: April 30, 2011, 05:54:27 AM »
Quote from: Gazman on April 29, 2011, 10:36:29 PM
In my biased opinion, it would have to be trackabout  :cup: for your budget you should be able to get everything you want in a trackie. Complete campsite did look pretty awesome at the shows, but with the bells and whistles they were a whole price bracket above. Talk to JT,  and check out the drifta return kitchen, it's a great setup!

x2 [and 3 if I get another vote]

Mate you will never go wrong with a Trackabout.

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Re: What trailer 25k or under?
« Reply #11 on: April 30, 2011, 06:14:34 AM »
Get a Tambo with everything with change left over, they are made for the bush :cup:
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Re: What trailer 25k or under?
« Reply #12 on: April 30, 2011, 06:39:07 AM »
At a pinch + a Slab + the 25K you can have mine  8)
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Re: What trailer 25k or under?
« Reply #13 on: April 30, 2011, 08:53:43 AM »
It is a no brainer. GO THE TRACKABOUT
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Re: What trailer 25k or under?
« Reply #14 on: April 30, 2011, 10:57:45 AM »
Consider an Explorer Camper & Canvas Camper Trailer.

They are less that the $25,000 tand come with all the options including choices of Kitchens, Power options and of course Tent options.

We bought a 9" Lawson with annex walls.  the canvas is perfect in everyway and the design means that there is no requirement for Guy Ropes..  we went camping last weekend with some friends that have one of the campers mentioned above and we had to step over guy ropes all weekend,  not an issue but if we also had guy ropes it would have been like a spiders web...  It goes up in no time and packs up the same, one person can easily put it up and down and then with the massive room under the adjustable cover for all your extra stuff.

The other beauty is you buy from the blokes that make the whole thing, trailer is built in Gosford the tent hand sewn by Scott of Explorer Campers and Canvas and all is fitted out by Andrew... 

If you don't consider one of these and buy something else you could be doing yourself an injustice, when you do see one in the flesh and you have bought something other you could well be rather P$%%ed off...

They are great  ...   Another thing that is stand out,  The Canvas is designed in a way that it remains taught i.e. no sagging canvas,   if you are like me and like things that are built well and look look neat as a pin check these out...   

  www.explorercampers.com.au


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Re: What trailer 25k or under?
« Reply #15 on: April 30, 2011, 01:56:16 PM »
With $25K in your pocket the world is your soft-floored oyster, or potentially even your second hand hard-floored entree.

There are some mid 2000 model Kimberley's in that range, or a whole bunch of new or barely used soft options. If I were in the marlet for a new soft floor camper I'd be considering one with a walkway.
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Re: What trailer 25k or under?
« Reply #16 on: April 30, 2011, 03:16:10 PM »
Tambo Omeo,solid build with alot of change for the extras! :cheers:
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Re: What trailer 25k or under?
« Reply #17 on: April 30, 2011, 04:28:35 PM »
Quote from: making tracks on April 30, 2011, 03:16:10 PM
Tambo Omeo,solid build with alot of change for the extras! :cheers:

Go the Tambo :cup:
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Re: What trailer 25k or under?
« Reply #18 on: April 30, 2011, 04:42:51 PM »
Have a look at one of the Trackabout Safari's, 25k will leave you heaps left over for extras with enough change for maybe a fridge :cheers:


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Re: What trailer 25k or under?
« Reply #19 on: April 30, 2011, 05:21:03 PM »
Quote from: Rod Camping on April 30, 2011, 12:57:45 AM
In my bias opinion you cant go past a lifestyle extenda where it be the elite or the standard, if you put all the options on to it that the complete campsite have you will still have change left over from $25k.

Never let me down been over some serious tracks is basically bullet proof.

Consider Lifestyle and I dont think you will look back.

Cheers Rod.... 8)

P.S. The Lifestyle has an extra 300mm on the walkway than the trackabout sv extenda. But from what i have heard and seen trackabout make a very good trailer.

x 2 for Lifestyle


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Re: What trailer 25k or under?
« Reply #20 on: April 30, 2011, 05:47:29 PM »
Quote from: Rod Camping on April 30, 2011, 12:57:45 AM
In my bias opinion you cant go past a lifestyle extenda where it be the elite or the standard, if you put all the options on to it that the complete campsite have you will still have change left over from $25k.

Never let me down been over some serious tracks is basically bullet proof.

Consider Lifestyle and I dont think you will look back.

Cheers Rod.... 8)

P.S. The Lifestyle has an extra 300mm on the walkway than the trackabout sv extenda. But from what i have heard and seen trackabout make a very good trailer.


Our walkways are 600 mm wide hmmm how wide is yours Rod ?.....and good luck with your camper decisions mate  ;D

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Re: What trailer 25k or under?
« Reply #21 on: April 30, 2011, 09:54:58 PM »
Nice 25K to spend on a camper...man, the fun I would have trawling the manufacturers web sites...simple for 25K...1/. bloody good soft floor with a few bells and whistles...2/. you can get a good 2nd hand hand floor....3 to 5yo Argle Pioneer($19500 to about $23000), 5 to 7yo base model KK, Campo Matic, AORC or such..


All I can say...have fun you lucky Bastard!!!!!!
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Re: What trailer 25k or under?
« Reply #22 on: April 30, 2011, 10:12:39 PM »
Quote from: HEM19X on April 30, 2011, 05:54:27 AM
x2 [and 3 if I get another vote]

Mate you will never go wrong with a Trackabout.

Hem

X3 here trackabout extenda all the way! As for lifestyle walkway bein 300mm wider theirs must be 3 foot wide then? Would post the link to ours but to hard on the iPhone.http://myswag.org/forum/index.php?topic=6881.45
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Re: What trailer 25k or under?
« Reply #23 on: May 01, 2011, 09:31:43 AM »
I just had a look at Explorer Campers & Canvas new Blog and looks like they are producing a new camper that maybe more what you are looking at... I Dunno the price but give them a call..   "Wentworth"   looks like a really nice unit...   a little envy happening here..

http://andrew-explorercampers.blogspot.com/
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Re: What trailer 25k or under?
« Reply #24 on: May 01, 2011, 07:24:18 PM »
Quote from: bigjules on April 30, 2011, 01:56:16 PM
With $25K in your pocket the world is your soft-floored oyster, or potentially even your second hand hard-floored entree.

There are some mid 2000 model Kimberley's in that range, or a whole bunch of new or barely used soft options. If I were in the marlet for a new soft floor camper I'd be considering one with a walkway.
I'd agree with this.
Theres some DIAMONDS out there in the used market to be found. Let someone else lose thousands on a new one. I'd never buy new again.

If your lookin new, I'll x 5 on the Trackabout. Never met the bloke, but his attitude towards customers is second to none.
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