Title: Old Popups with pics
Post by: Jim Mccolgan on Jun 16, 2006, 01:40 PM
Post by: Jim Mccolgan on Jun 16, 2006, 01:40 PM
How many old popups are still standing ?
i have a 1974 Nimrod i am the second owner
just used it for the first time great camper
3 bed pull out ,canvas is in good shape roof has a couple of tears but i am looking into getting those fixed and then i am going to redo the interior its still all original with bright yellow flower patterns.
i have a 1974 Nimrod i am the second owner
just used it for the first time great camper
3 bed pull out ,canvas is in good shape roof has a couple of tears but i am looking into getting those fixed and then i am going to redo the interior its still all original with bright yellow flower patterns.
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Post by: AustinBoston on Jun 16, 2006, 06:30 PM
Post by: AustinBoston on Jun 16, 2006, 06:30 PM
The neat thing about old campers (for me, anyway) is the way they are not stuck on the current manufacturers' design concepts.
You really don't have to have one bunk end on the front and one on the back! You really don't have to have the door on the side! If they would learn that, they just might come up with a few more interesting floor plans.
Austin
You really don't have to have one bunk end on the front and one on the back! You really don't have to have the door on the side! If they would learn that, they just might come up with a few more interesting floor plans.
Austin
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Post by: fritz_monroe on Jun 16, 2006, 08:54 PM
Post by: fritz_monroe on Jun 16, 2006, 08:54 PM
Quote from: AustinBostonThe neat thing about old campers (for me, anyway) is the way they are not stuck on the current manufacturers' design concepts.
You really don't have to have one bunk end on the front and one on the back! You really don't have to have the door on the side! If they would learn that, they just might come up with a few more interesting floor plans.
Austin
Unfortunately I don't think we will ever see campers like this again. It all comes down to money. It's expensive to deviate from the current floor plans. If they started building pups that you enter from the rear, that would mean carrying not only the current box, but also the rear door box.
I frrl that the only way we will see this type of thing again is if someone builds it themself.
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Post by: Blazin on Jun 16, 2006, 10:10 PM
Post by: Blazin on Jun 16, 2006, 10:10 PM
Awesome! I have a 70's model Bethany! The thing needs a new canvas but otherwise its awesome!
Title: Older Popup
Post by: casee on Jun 18, 2006, 08:45 AM
Post by: casee on Jun 18, 2006, 08:45 AM
Hello..
We bought a 1979 Lionel L355. Canvas is in excellent condition and the interior has been updated somewhat. It has an icebox but we opted for two coolers which do the job admirably. We polished up the aluminum siding, sanded any rust spots, repainted where necessary and too be safe, waterproofed the canvas. It sleeps six and is quite adequate for hubby, me and Sam (our cocker spaniel). Loads of room.
We have just returned from a 2 day trial run..dry camp.
It rained buckets, the wind blew nasty cold and a neighbors campfire doused us with acrid smoke!
Still, our purpose was met. No leaks, solid and stout thru the wind and our deep cell battery and inverter supplied the cooking and ran the small heater. We were warm and toasty and well fed!! lol
We are from Vancouver Island and are planning our next outing to Prince George BC next week.
We found so much good information in the posts that our first experience in popup camping provided us with information we sure needed.
We did not put the awning up, because of the wind warning, even though we had checked it out, cleaned and repaired any damage, it was the only part of the Lionel we haven't used yet.
Leveling is still a challenge, but we're getting there...
Happy trails everyone..
caseegal
We bought a 1979 Lionel L355. Canvas is in excellent condition and the interior has been updated somewhat. It has an icebox but we opted for two coolers which do the job admirably. We polished up the aluminum siding, sanded any rust spots, repainted where necessary and too be safe, waterproofed the canvas. It sleeps six and is quite adequate for hubby, me and Sam (our cocker spaniel). Loads of room.
We have just returned from a 2 day trial run..dry camp.
It rained buckets, the wind blew nasty cold and a neighbors campfire doused us with acrid smoke!
Still, our purpose was met. No leaks, solid and stout thru the wind and our deep cell battery and inverter supplied the cooking and ran the small heater. We were warm and toasty and well fed!! lol
We are from Vancouver Island and are planning our next outing to Prince George BC next week.
We found so much good information in the posts that our first experience in popup camping provided us with information we sure needed.
We did not put the awning up, because of the wind warning, even though we had checked it out, cleaned and repaired any damage, it was the only part of the Lionel we haven't used yet.
Leveling is still a challenge, but we're getting there...
Happy trails everyone..
caseegal
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Post by: ILUVTHEBEACH on Jun 19, 2006, 09:30 AM
Post by: ILUVTHEBEACH on Jun 19, 2006, 09:30 AM
We own a 74 Puma and I love it. I just finished modding the interior. Put down new paint and laminate flooring. It has everything we want and need, I just like making it more "me". I think that is 1/2 the fun of owning an older PU. Good luck and happy camping with yours.
Title: '77 Starcraft
Post by: triggfamily on Jun 20, 2006, 07:58 AM
Post by: triggfamily on Jun 20, 2006, 07:58 AM
I will have to get back to you on the pics, but I just bought (and spent a night) in a '77 Starcraft. My first experiencing in "camping" will be spending 2 months in my parents backyard in MO with my 6yo DS and 4yo DD as I help them through her cancer treatments.
As soon as I get pics, I will put it up. Spent $1600 on this. Original interior I believe because it has the '70's lime green through out. Supposed to have a 6 yo canvas, but I have already found several areas I need to patch.
I can't wait to learn everything you guys know about fixing this thing up for my family to enjoy in WY when I get back home.
UPDATE Here is a website with my photos of my new camper.
'73 Shelly
'74 DH Claude
'91 DS David
'00 DS Robert
'02 DD Jessica
And to many family pests (pets) to mention :p
http://triggfamily.awardspace.com
As soon as I get pics, I will put it up. Spent $1600 on this. Original interior I believe because it has the '70's lime green through out. Supposed to have a 6 yo canvas, but I have already found several areas I need to patch.
I can't wait to learn everything you guys know about fixing this thing up for my family to enjoy in WY when I get back home.
UPDATE Here is a website with my photos of my new camper.
http://triggfamily.awardspace.com/photoscamping.htm[/COLOR]
'73 Shelly
'74 DH Claude
'91 DS David
'00 DS Robert
'02 DD Jessica
And to many family pests (pets) to mention :p
http://triggfamily.awardspace.com
Title: Old Popup with Pics
Post by: laffer10 on Jun 20, 2006, 12:10 PM
Post by: laffer10 on Jun 20, 2006, 12:10 PM
I'm not even sure how old our popup is. I can't find anything on the net for it but do know it is a Parkette Deluxe made in Alberta. It must be at least 30-35 years old. It is a two man job to put up as it comes without a crank mechanism and we have redone the floors and some of the upholstery. We also repainted it from green to silver. It has tears in the old canvas but there is no mold and we took it on 3 extremely rainy trips last year. It does have an electric heater, but little else. We recently bought a Fleetwood Cheyenne with pretty much all the trimmings.
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Post by: Trailman on Jun 20, 2006, 08:32 PM
Post by: Trailman on Jun 20, 2006, 08:32 PM
Here is my 1969 Se Woods trailer.
I also have a 1974 Apache Mesa Solid State pup :)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v90/Dendrz/SeWoodsdoorside.jpg)
I also have a 1974 Apache Mesa Solid State pup :)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v90/Dendrz/SeWoodsdoorside.jpg)
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Post by: heavyone on Jun 20, 2006, 11:19 PM
Post by: heavyone on Jun 20, 2006, 11:19 PM
here is my 1971 nimrod eldorado
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Post by: heavyone on Jun 20, 2006, 11:32 PM
Post by: heavyone on Jun 20, 2006, 11:32 PM
here is my 1971 Nimrod Eldorado(http://img95.imageshack.us/img95/3730/image0277qd10hw.th.jpg) (http://img95.imageshack.us/my.php?image=image0277qd10hw.jpg)
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Post by: Trailman on Jun 26, 2006, 12:15 PM
Post by: Trailman on Jun 26, 2006, 12:15 PM
Our 74 Apache Mesa Solid-State popup camping last weekend
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v90/Dendrz/RiverHaven2.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v90/Dendrz/RiverHaven1.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v90/Dendrz/RiverHaven2.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v90/Dendrz/RiverHaven1.jpg)
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Post by: evilspock on Jun 26, 2006, 11:23 PM
Post by: evilspock on Jun 26, 2006, 11:23 PM
1983 Coleman Sequioa - 2 weeks ago
Title: They're great!
Post by: danjo67 on Jun 27, 2006, 07:22 PM
Post by: danjo67 on Jun 27, 2006, 07:22 PM
Of all the different posts, this is my favorite one. I love seeing pics of the old vintage PU's. IMO those who are able to keep these old beauties in such fine shape deserve the utmost respect. Thanks much and keep'em coming!
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Post by: lwbfl on Jun 27, 2006, 09:56 PM
Post by: lwbfl on Jun 27, 2006, 09:56 PM
I recently aquired a '71 Bethany Citation 86 that I'm remodeling. I'll post the before and after pics when I'm done!
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Post by: Trailman on Jul 09, 2006, 05:28 PM
Post by: Trailman on Jul 09, 2006, 05:28 PM
Our 74 Apache Mesa set up at Mt Carleton, New Brunswick this past weekend.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v90/Dendrz/MtCarleton2.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v90/Dendrz/MtCarleton2.jpg)
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Post by: NadMat on Jul 09, 2006, 05:31 PM
Post by: NadMat on Jul 09, 2006, 05:31 PM
trailman, you forgot to close your img tag using /img in bracket like in front
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v90/Dendrz/MtCarleton2.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v90/Dendrz/MtCarleton2.jpg)
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Post by: Beerlifter on Jul 09, 2006, 07:09 PM
Post by: Beerlifter on Jul 09, 2006, 07:09 PM
1983 Coleman Columbia as of yesterday!
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Post by: ki366 on Jul 09, 2006, 08:17 PM
Post by: ki366 on Jul 09, 2006, 08:17 PM
hi everyone,
we just got home from our first trip in our popup. we bought an 87, it does need a little work. does anyone have any ideas on the best way to do repairs to the canvas over the beds. we gave little for the camper, and it has some places over the bed that shows that it has started to dryrot and im not sure of the best way to take care of these areas.
we just got home from our first trip in our popup. we bought an 87, it does need a little work. does anyone have any ideas on the best way to do repairs to the canvas over the beds. we gave little for the camper, and it has some places over the bed that shows that it has started to dryrot and im not sure of the best way to take care of these areas.
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Post by: Trailman on Jul 10, 2006, 05:53 PM
Post by: Trailman on Jul 10, 2006, 05:53 PM
You could get a canvas repair shop to sew in new roof panels or make new bedends.
Depending on the age and rarety of some of the older designs the shop may need the old canvas as a template if you decide on new.
Depending on the age and rarety of some of the older designs the shop may need the old canvas as a template if you decide on new.
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Post by: banjorules on Jul 10, 2006, 08:36 PM
Post by: banjorules on Jul 10, 2006, 08:36 PM
If you like looking at pics of vintage popups - check this one out. This is one of the oldest ones I've seen.
http://www.gallery.pstartech.com/gallery2/main.php?g2_itemId=5531
http://www.gallery.pstartech.com/gallery2/main.php?g2_itemId=5531
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Post by: Trailman on Jul 11, 2006, 07:50 AM
Post by: Trailman on Jul 11, 2006, 07:50 AM
That model T camper is just awesome
(http://www.gallery.pstartech.com/gallery2/main.php?g2_view=core.DownloadItem&g2_itemId=5515&g2_serialNumber=2)
(http://www.gallery.pstartech.com/gallery2/main.php?g2_view=core.DownloadItem&g2_itemId=5515&g2_serialNumber=2)
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Post by: flyfisherman on Jul 11, 2006, 08:51 AM
Post by: flyfisherman on Jul 11, 2006, 08:51 AM
Quote from: fritz_monroeUnfortunately I don't think we will ever see campers like this again. It all comes down to money. It's expensive to deviate from the current floor plans. If they started building pups that you enter from the rear, that would mean carrying not only the current box, but also the rear door box.
I frrl that the only way we will see this type of thing again is if someone builds it themself.
Wondering, too, that maybe the current manufacturer's are more like "assemblers" - i.e., they assemble several components made by supplier's for several of the different popup companies.
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Post by: spearmint on Sep 12, 2007, 06:40 AM
Post by: spearmint on Sep 12, 2007, 06:40 AM
Quote from: TrailmanOur 74 Apache Mesa set up at Mt Carleton, New Brunswick this past weekend.
Is that a dog house beside the camper? WOW! I'd love to get one of those for my little dog. Can you tell me where you found it and how much it was?
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Post by: ScouterMom on Sep 12, 2007, 10:50 AM
Post by: ScouterMom on Sep 12, 2007, 10:50 AM
Thanks for bringing up this old post - those old campers are SO neat!
I'd never heard of a Nimrod - looks like they have some unusual layouts, I'll have to keep an eye out for them. And I LOVED the antique campers - especially the Model T! what a labor of love to keep /restore it! All the wood, and the ingenuity! Actually, it gives me ideas .....
You certainly see more imagination in these older campers! Actually, If I can find it - I have photos somewhere (probably not digital) of our 1976 Starlette. I've never seen one like it anywhere. It had the beds open over the wheels and the door over the bumper.
I've bookmarked alot of those sites - If I can't afford 'em all, at least I can start an online collection like BanjoRules did - that's a great idea!
Thanks for sharing! Post more!!!!
Laura
I'd never heard of a Nimrod - looks like they have some unusual layouts, I'll have to keep an eye out for them. And I LOVED the antique campers - especially the Model T! what a labor of love to keep /restore it! All the wood, and the ingenuity! Actually, it gives me ideas .....
You certainly see more imagination in these older campers! Actually, If I can find it - I have photos somewhere (probably not digital) of our 1976 Starlette. I've never seen one like it anywhere. It had the beds open over the wheels and the door over the bumper.
I've bookmarked alot of those sites - If I can't afford 'em all, at least I can start an online collection like BanjoRules did - that's a great idea!
Thanks for sharing! Post more!!!!
Laura
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Post by: Funrover on Sep 12, 2007, 09:33 PM
Post by: Funrover on Sep 12, 2007, 09:33 PM
My 1971 Cox Conestoga!
(http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c353/Funrover/Off%20road%20Trips/IMG_7489.jpg)
(http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c353/Funrover/Off%20road%20Trips/IMG_7489.jpg)