ladywendolyn
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Post by ladywendolyn on Feb 19, 2014 21:15:51 GMT -8
We went to pick up Penelope last night, git her hooked up to our truck, and no lights… of course I should have known this was a possibility. The owners claimed they worked last fall… so she is still sitting i their driveway, and after a trip to the auto parts store to buy a set of magnetic trailer lights we will try again tomorrow. The money hose has officially been turned on and is beginning to pour into the project…  |
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Post by yas on Feb 19, 2014 21:37:29 GMT -8
Welcome to the club! When we picked up our Compact, we spent two hours in an Autozone parking lot sorting out the lights.
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Post by soup on Feb 20, 2014 2:45:05 GMT -8
Just so ya know, here is a short list of things to show up with when picking a trailer. 1: Magnetic trailer lights 2: Duct tape (incase there is no place for magnets to stick 3: Shovel and wood blocks 4: Floor or bottle jack 5: spare set (3) 13" rim/tires aired up and in almost new condition 6: can-o-grease, cotter pins, rubber gloves 7: tools for possible tire changes and getting some grease shoved into the outer bearings/hubs. 8: flash light 9: 2" ball hitch 10: Pin or pad lock to lock the hitch onto the ball before leaving. 11: Safety chains 12: Orange triangles 13: Paid up allstate road side assist for campers. 14: cash! LOL 15: Look at the title before paying. This list will keep from making a second trip. Good luck, have fun, and it sounds like you are becoming one of us by visiting the school of vintage trailer hard knocks! soup  I hope she wasn't too far from you for the second trip. |
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Post by ladywendolyn on Feb 20, 2014 7:46:49 GMT -8
AAHHHH! I am imagining the many scenarios for using every item on the list! L  |
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Post by vikx on Feb 20, 2014 21:42:11 GMT -8
Great List Soup! Thanks.
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Post by Ten on Feb 20, 2014 22:30:40 GMT -8
That is provided by the "been-there-done-that" department...
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Post by ramblinman on Jun 14, 2014 12:22:32 GMT -8
Just so ya know, here is a short list of things to show up with when picking a trailer. 1: Magnetic trailer lights 2: Duct tape (incase there is no place for magnets to stick 3: Shovel and wood blocks 4: Floor or bottle jack 5: spare set (3) 13" rim/tires aired up and in almost new condition 6: can-o-grease, cotter pins, rubber gloves 7: tools for possible tire changes and getting some grease shoved into the outer bearings/hubs. 8: flash light 9: 2" ball hitch 10: Pin or pad lock to lock the hitch onto the ball before leaving. 11: Safety chains 12: Orange triangles 13: Paid up allstate road side assist for campers. 14: cash! LOL 15: Look at the title before paying. This list will keep from making a second trip. Good luck, have fun, and it sounds like you are becoming one of us by visiting the school of vintage trailer hard knocks! soup I hope she wasn't too far from you for the second trip. Hahah I read quickly and thought number 15 was "look at the bible....." |
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Post by SusieQ on Jun 14, 2014 16:01:44 GMT -8
15: Look at the title before paying. Hahah I read quickly and thought number 15 was "look at the bible....." ROFL! That is too funny! But a prayer added to the list sure couldn't hurt! |
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Post by shastajeff on Jun 14, 2014 18:43:26 GMT -8
ROFL! That is too funny! But a prayer added to the list sure couldn't hurt! Gives new meaning to "a wing and a prayer".  |
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Post by ladywendolyn on Jun 14, 2014 18:56:20 GMT -8
Ok... So when buying a camper and negotiating the price... Always bring a bible.
Peer into it while appearing to consult the almighty for guidance.
Seller will then understand that it's God's will for you to have the trailer at a good price!
Ok.. I think I got it!
My husband thinks I was duped by the devil when I got this trailer... I'm going to try the bible thing with the next one!
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Post by SusieQ on Jun 14, 2014 18:59:43 GMT -8
Ok... So when buying a camper and negotiating the price... Always bring a bible. Peer into it while appearing to consult the almighty for guidance. Seller will then understand that it's God's will for you to have the trailer at a good price! BWAHAhahaha, LadyW! They might just think you're a nut!  |
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Post by bigbill on Jun 14, 2014 21:22:08 GMT -8
Anybody knows if you are thinking about buying an old trailer you are a nut, But we have fun. |
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