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Post by bugs on Jun 26, 2019 18:29:23 GMT -8
Looking at a trailer. It's a canned ham style. Present owner hasn't a clue as to what it is and neither do I. Is there anyone to whom I can send some pics for identification.
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Post by Teachndad on Jun 26, 2019 19:48:48 GMT -8
Hello and Welcome, Bugs! We can't do much unless you post some pix. Follow this link to learn how to post pix vintagetrailertalk.freeforums.net/thread/7276/add-photos-hosted-flickr-tutoria If the owner doesn't have any idea what it is, and there isn't any paper work. That's not good. It could be stolen, but unlikely. But it has happened. You didn't mention if it has a license plate. Depending on which state you are in, this can be easy or difficult for you to get it registered and licensed in your name with only a BOS. The other thing to watch out for is if the trailer is still in the system, but fees haven't been paid in a several years. The new owner is responsible to pay the past registration fees. For example, in California, a trailer is in the system for 7 years unless it's been salvaged. Then it stays there forever and you have to fight hard to get it licensed and registered again. If it wasn't salvaged and still is in the system in California, then you could pay as much as 6 years of past registrations plus late charges, in such a situation. If it's just been sitting in Farmer John's field these past 20 years and the paper work is lost, then that's a little easier to work with. But, it does depend on the state. Call your state's DMV to get the scoop on this situation. You need to know when it was last registered and how long this person has been the owner. Please share with us more details and photos and then we can help you better. Maybe go with them to the DMV and see if they can dig it up under his/her name. Finally, read these threads vintagetrailertalk.freeforums.net/thread/875/never-buy-untitled-trailer-me?page=1vintagetrailertalk.freeforums.net/thread/2105/buy-vintage-travel-trailer?page=1 I think you will find it informative. Knowledge is power.  (I am a teacher, so stuff comes out like that, LOL)BTW, I live in California and I was able to register my first trailer with only a Bill of Sale. Good luck, Rod |
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Post by bugs on Jun 27, 2019 6:34:54 GMT -8
Thanks Rod for your reply. I live in NW Montana. No title necessary to register it. The trailer has been sitting for some time and needs a total rebuild but the price is right, $100. It's my first Canned Ham and I see it as chance to learn something new. Let the fun begin!!!! Pics are posted below.
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Post by bugs on Jun 27, 2019 6:52:55 GMT -8
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Post by Teachndad on Jun 27, 2019 7:37:21 GMT -8
Hi Bugs, Well, you can't go wrong on that one for $100. Make sure the bearings are greased before towing and the walls are solid on the frame. Replace tires. Push against it and see if the trailer frame rocks. If the body pulls up, then you can't tow it safely. Check the wood underneath and poke with an ice pick to see how much is soft and airy. Soft and airy means rot and weakness. This might be a 1965 or mid 60's Field and Stream. It looks like the trailer that belongs to one of our members, Dan Rhodes. The stripe will help in identifying the trailer.   Here is "yours". 
I think it's a 1965 Road Runner 14'. The wheel well cut outs are different than the Field and Stream and they cut outs match a copy of a pamphlet for a 1965 Road Runner as seen farther below. If you look at the street side of the trailer in the image below, You can see the stripe divided into 3 parts like a pitchfork or feathers on a bird.  You can't see it clearly on the curbside. If you look at the image below of the pamphlet page (screenshot taken from a youtube video on a 1965 Road Runner) you can see the larger jalousie window at the rear over the bed. Later models look like the jalousie window got narrower and got larger panes, but smaller in size. Note below that the kitchen is placed against the front wall and the diagram shows a toilet. Nice use of space btw. The skin siding matches as well. 
So, look at this picture. The kitchen is up front and the porta potty is visible in the water closet as shown in the diagram above as well as listing of accessories.  Maybe I am wrong, LOL.  Rod
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Post by bugs on Jun 27, 2019 16:50:33 GMT -8
WOW, That's It. That's my trailer. It's definitely not road worthy so I'll be picking it up with a car hauler with an electric winch. I knew I came to the right place. Thank You Very Much. Let the Fun Begin!!!!!
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Post by nccamper on Jun 28, 2019 8:19:48 GMT -8
$100.......Score!
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Post by Ten on Jun 28, 2019 8:52:49 GMT -8
Good eye, Rod!
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Post by aslmx on Jun 29, 2019 6:58:04 GMT -8
Dang. That’s a rare find. That one deserves a frame up build. If you buy it and don’t like it then I’ll be happy to give you $150 for it.
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Post by danrhodes on Jun 29, 2019 18:24:50 GMT -8
Yeah, the arrow shape on the side is definitely road runner I thought our F&S was a roadrunner for a while because I couldn't find a similar model and the shape was nearly exactly the same... Maybe they were all built in the same factory
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Post by montanagirl on Feb 10, 2020 12:30:24 GMT -8
Bugs-there is a Facebook page called Roadrunner Travel Trailers . . . check it out if you haven't
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(I am a teacher, so stuff comes out like that, LOL)
