We Have been Pop Up Trailer campers for 10 years. Our first Pop up was a 1993 Coleman Destiny Royale. Then in June of 2000 I bought a Niagara because of the room and shower. Now we are the proud owners of a 2002 TrailManor Model 2720.... What a remarkable piece of engineering!!
Got a NEW TOW Vehicle on July 19,2003! A 2003
Tahoe LS with a factory tow package, 5.3L V8
Click on the Tahoe to go to the GM site.
Well another camping year is behind us....we did get a late start but still managed to get 2 weeks of camping in. I hope to get a lot more in next year. I hope that the new year will bring you much joy and happiness.
Here we are next to our new trailer along with us is my Sister-in-law Sharon, my Brother-in-law Arnold, and their son (our Nephew ) Nate in front of me.
Click on the TrailManor to visit the floorplans page at the TrailManor site.
TrailManor Model 2720
A great all purpose RV page of links
WDH Site
Factory Page
My MODIFICATIONS
TAKE A LOOK!
OUR 2002 TrailManor 2720
The dealership where we bought our TM is no longer in business, but the above is a perfect source for TMs, parts or service.
Many times a discussion will come up regarding the pros and cons of running your Suburban Water heater on both electric and gas at the same time. Some have suggested that it is against the terms of the warranty and will void same if you do this. I did a little digging around and here is the definitive stand from the factory site. Water Heater FAQ's click on the various questions and see what Suburban says about this, changing anode rods and much more.
How we got to a TrailManor...
New to trailering? Here is a link to an article on trailer towing.
I found it to be interesting, not real packed with how-to though....read the ARTICLE. Also see the link below (the trailer).
Looking for a USED TrailManor? Click hereto see a list of previously owned units that are currently offered for sale.
Another great all purpose page of links and info.
If you have a 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban/Silverado, check the contact at the rear bumper for 12V. Use a multi-meter and touch the + lead to the contact at the 1 o'clock position, and the - lead to the contact at the 7 o'clock position. If you do NOT have a reading of 12V, open the hood, and on the driver side, at the wheelwell, there is a big black box, remove the cover and put a fuse in the Stud #1 position. There might be a plastic plug with a B+ stamped in the position that will need to be removed. The fuse is a J-case 40A fuse and once installed, verify that you have 12V at the rear bumper connector as indicated above. Click hereto see where the fuse is to be placed, the fuse was not installed by the factory for "safety reasons".
This information may apply to other years and models as well, so check your truck as above or consult your owners' manual for location of the fuse.
FACTORY TOWING PACKAGE? CHECK FOR VOLTAGE!
A GREAT MUST HAVE BOOK!
During a recent camping trip, we met a couple that told us about the book "the Next EXIT", and they said that it paid for itself many time over in a very short period of time.
While on our trip to New Mexico in August, I picked up a copy at Camping World and I was absolutely amazed at how accurate and helpful this book was.
I only use a certain brand of gasoline and this book helped us find which exits had that brand as well as all other services and such at the exits.
If you travel a lot and/or just want to know what is available at the NEXT EXIT, then this is a must have book for you too.
Click the book to see the listing..
TrailManor and all graphic representations are registered trademarks of TrailManor, Inc., Lake City Tennessee.
A great source for
RV parts and Supplies
I am very happy with
their service.
Ifyou know of any RV related events that are noteworthy,
PLEASE drop me a quick email and if deemed
appropriate I would be glad to post it here.
Great tips that might save your life some day!
Strage Happenings at TrailManor
The owners site is abuzz with talk of the
demise of TrailManor. While there is some
unexpected closure of the factory and talk of a sellout, time will tell what this means.
This is a link to pictures of changes I made to make my TM a little more liveable.
Click the trailer for a great site that
is full of trailering guides and towing tips!
CLICK THE TRAILER
Click Trailer above to access
the TrailManor Owners Club Site.
I have several modifications planned between November 2011 and June 2012 on my trailer. I will post photos as I take them and will keep you updated on my mod progress.
The 2012 TrailManor National Rally will be held on June 9-15, 2012 in Niagara Falls At the Niagara Falls KOA in Grand Island, NY.
