New Trailer Ordered

[daddydarko]

My paint job is over a month late. The gentlemen doing the work lost his 9-5 job so I'm cutting him some slack. Also, he's painting my trailer at a discount to make up for the delay. I hope to have the panels back this weekend but I'm not holding my breath.

I changed my mind on the trailer. I was all set to get a mini-mate camper trailer but I couldn't get behind the looks of the unit or any of the campers below $7k. Instead, I purchased a Butler Junior- 20 cubic feet of storage, 12" wheels, a great look, and a wonderful price. They're also a great company to work with. I told them I was having it painted and they agreed to knock a few hundred bucks off the price and leave it primed. My out the door price including tax was $2k. That's about $1,500 less than the Mini-mate and $2k less than the Bushtec. They're also located nearby which saves on shipping.

I'll post a more useful review once I've picked it up.

 

[bone crusher]

Excellent info...Bushtec is really nice, but they are certainly not cheap...when I'm ready to get a trailer, I'll keep all the companies handy and compare...

 

[ataDude]

My paint job is over a month late....

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I think they're all that way... when I had the Valk painted, it was supposed to be two weeks. Six weeks later, it was finished.... but worth it. :clap:

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[bjt]

My out the door price including tax was $2k. That's about $1,500 less than the Mini-mate and $2k less than the Bushtec. They're also located nearby which saves on shipping.

I'll post a more useful review once I've picked it up.

Excellent info...Bushtec is really nice, but they are certainly not cheap...when I'm ready to get a trailer, I'll keep all the companies handy and compare...

Bushtec's don't get really expensive until you start adding accessories to them. I believe a stock Turbo 2 is $2300 now and a stock Roadstar is $2600.

Anyways, congrats on your trailer purchase daddydarko. That means the tent is still gonna get some use I imagine.

 

[daddydarko]

You are correct, BJT about the prices on the Bushtecs (the Butler was $1799 before tax). Bushtec just kills you on extras. I only grabbed the tongue cooler option on my Butler.

I will, in fact, be using the tent a lot this year. I can carry a mattress pad and some more blankets/pillows now though so it'll make a big difference.

 

[SSG Bean]

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I think they're all that way... when I had the Valk painted, it was supposed to be two weeks. Six weeks later, it was finished.... but worth it. :clap:

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I was pleasantly surprised when I had mine painted. Tallant's Hot Rods actually finished mine quicker than expected and under the estimate.:thumbup:

 

[Smylinacha]

That is totally cool looking!:doorag:

 

[Firefly]

My paint job is over a month late. The gentlemen doing the work lost his 9-5 job so I'm cutting him some slack. Also, he's painting my trailer at a discount to make up for the delay. I hope to have the panels back this weekend but I'm not holding my breath.

I changed my mind on the trailer. I was all set to get a mini-mate camper trailer but I couldn't get behind the looks of the unit or any of the campers below $7k. Instead, I purchased a Butler Junior- 20 cubic feet of storage, 12" wheels, a great look, and a wonderful price. They're also a great company to work with. I told them I was having it painted and they agreed to knock a few hundred bucks off the price and leave it primed. My out the door price including tax was $2k. That's about $1,500 less than the Mini-mate and $2k less than the Bushtec. They're also located nearby which saves on shipping.

I'll post a more useful review once I've picked it up.

Sounds like you made a good choice. If the Mini-Mate wasn't so boxy looking I might have bought one too.

What camper above $7K did you like?

I was reeeeeealy close to ordering a leesurelite last month - even though I would have to have it painted - they had free shipping - and I liked that their 'Cycle' model was only 230 lbs!. Then I backed out because they now only sell their 'Excel' model - which is a bit heavier.

Still leaning towards the Roll-a-home----

I wish someone made a small teardrop that popped up --- hmmmm

 

[bjt]

You are correct, BJT about the prices on the Bushtecs (the Butler was $1799 before tax). Bushtec just kills you on extras. I only grabbed the tongue cooler option on my Butler.

I will, in fact, be using the tent a lot this year. I can carry a mattress pad and some more blankets/pillows now though so it'll make a big difference.

We figured we'd be able to get a decent air mattress, a couple of sleeping bags, pillows and a tent into this used Bushtec we bought and still have room to spare. :thumbup:

 

[Longlegs]

Have you ever heard of American Legend motorcycle trailers? They do some pretty sweet trailers. Custom painted too.

 

[daddydarko]

Have you ever heard of American Legend motorcycle trailers? They do some pretty sweet trailers. Custom painted too.

Too expensive for my tastes/budget. I would go Bushtec if I had that kind of money to blow.

 

[NancysToy]

We figured we'd be able to get a decent air mattress, a couple of sleeping bags, pillows and a tent into this used Bushtec we bought and still have room to spare. :thumbup:

I use the Thermarest self-inflating sleeping pads like backpackers use. They roll up small for packing on the bikes. Lots of guys nowadays prefer the inflatable mattresses. Much more comfortable than air mattresses. With a 12V air pump, you don't even need to inflate them the hard way.
-Scotty

 

[smokster]

My paint job is over a month late. The gentlemen doing the work lost his 9-5 job so I'm cutting him some slack. Also, he's painting my trailer at a discount to make up for the delay. I hope to have the panels back this weekend but I'm not holding my breath.

I changed my mind on the trailer. I was all set to get a mini-mate camper trailer but I couldn't get behind the looks of the unit or any of the campers below $7k. Instead, I purchased a Butler Junior- 20 cubic feet of storage, 12" wheels, a great look, and a wonderful price. They're also a great company to work with. I told them I was having it painted and they agreed to knock a few hundred bucks off the price and leave it primed. My out the door price including tax was $2k. That's about $1,500 less than the Mini-mate and $2k less than the Bushtec. They're also located nearby which saves on shipping.

I'll post a more useful review once I've picked it up.

But its not a camper....thought you wanted a camper?

 

[daddydarko]

But its not a camper....thought you wanted a camper?

Did. However, I'm flaky and change my mind a lot.

 

[smokster]

Did. However, I'm flaky and change my mind a lot.

You can always throw a tent in and call it a day. Your will probably get more out of a trailer anyway. looks nice !

 

[Roaddog2]

That is totally cool looking!:doorag:

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