![]() 2005 16 ft FunFinder (Purchased Feb 2007)
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After seeing this trailer at a local RV show I went looking for a new one. The dealer I visited changed to a competitive brand and decided to sell this barely used unit, so I practically bought it on the spot. The dealer was using it as a rental unit so the trailer was fitted with hydraulic surge brakes, however, my preference is electric brakes since you have more control over what's going on back there. My biggest complaint is the noisy air conditioner. If I get ambitious I am considering installing a small window type AC unit in the area under the dinette/bed. On the outside the AC would be behind the LP tank (I keep looking for someone that may have already done this).
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2004 Aliner DL (purchased July 2009)
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The FunFinder is a nice small camper, but you really notice the drag on the hills of PA and WV, so getting down out of the airstream is a real plus. Things I like about the Aliner is the quick setup, interior openness, and no canvas. The interior is open above the waistline with large windows. The FunFinder is much more closed in and confining but does have a lot more storage and other amenities (bathroom, etc). My Aliner has a 3-way fridge which I really missed in my Alite and a sink and stove. Also has a always down full size bed and a wrap around dinette that will convert to a bed. I look at the Aliner a a great travel trailer and the FunFinder more as a short distance camper.
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![]() 2004 Aliner Alite (purchased March 2008)
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If you like to get away by yourself. the Aliner Alite is a great choice. Weighs less than 500 lbs and can be towed with just about anything. No amenities except mine had a battery and a 120 AC to 12 VDC converter. Its really great for one person but it will sleep two comfortably, but you need to rearrange things inside first and be on really good terms with your partner. Not much interior storage but the front storage box is great. I just didn't go that much by myself, so obtained a larger Aliner with more amenities (and weight).
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![]() 2005 Scamp (purchased Jan 2006)
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Previous to purchasing the FunFinder, I had a 2005 16 ft Scamp. The Scamp is a nice easy to tow unit, but due to the rounded corners a lot of interior space is compromised. Also the interior is covered with an insulating material called Ensolite (better know as "rat fur"). The combination of the rounded shape and furry walls gave it a cave like feeling. The fiberglass people are a loyal group and really love their little "eggs", but just wasn't my cup of tea.
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![]() 1994 Aliner (purchased 2004)
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Previous to and concurrent with the SCAMP, I had a 1994 Aliner. Loved this little pop-up, especially since there is no canvas to worry about and at less than 1,000 lbs you can tow it with almost anything. However, as I get older and require a bathroom during the night, a TT with toilet was desired. Although Aliner, and counterpart Chalet, have units with a toilet/shower, it steals a lot of precious interior space that is already reduced by the sloped ceiling. I still maintain a lot of affection for the ALINER and only sold it after using my Fun Finder a couple of times.
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![]() Allstate Tent Trailer (Picture taken circa 1984)
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Our first camping trailer was an Allstate from the early 1960s (actually a Nimrod sold by Sears). All canvas top, only mats inside for sleeping (very comfortable), but beat the heck out of being in a tent on the ground. There were no amenities so we needed all the standard tent camping equipment. We towed that camper (approx 400 lbs) all over the eastern USA; sometimes with a VW Bug. Tons of room inside for suitcases and camping equipment. Many happy times with the kids camping and traveling from Maine to Florida.
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