| When choosing your trailer you should make sure it will | | | | offers great camper trailers. Check them out at |
| last as it’s quite an investment. But for the avid | | | | Other trappings |
| camper it is a second home in the wild, so should | | | | Some camper trailer companies offer various extras, |
| reflect the owner’s personality. There are many | | | | at a cost of course, but it can be worth your while. |
| camper trailer manufacturers in Australia, so finding the | | | | Some off-road camper trailers come with boat racks, |
| right one shouldn’t be a problem. | | | | meshed gazebos, water tanks and awnings and also |
| Some things to consider | | | | sometimes have extra rooms, which can be quite |
| Cost | | | | handy for groups. |
| Cost is the most important factor in narrowing down | | | | Colour and Finish |
| your choices. There are many lovely camper trailers in | | | | You can get the campers to be customised to your |
| the second hand market and you just might find what | | | | requirements. Many campers want the trailers to |
| you need. | | | | match the vehicle, but very few companies do that. |
| Battery | | | | So, if that is what you want, then you should go for a |
| Ask whether the camper has an onboard battery set | | | | company that provides such services. |
| up. How long will the battery last and how should you | | | | Flooring |
| charge it? Also, what is the length of the cable you will | | | | What kind of flooring is available? Is the floor off or on |
| need? | | | | the ground? Also, in case it rains, will the water seep |
| Beds | | | | in? Do they have carpets for the indoors and |
| What is the size of the bed? Is it single or double? | | | | outdoors? |
| Where do the kids sleep? Can you leave the bed | | | | Fridge |
| made up or do you have to fold it away every time | | | | Ask if the trailer comes equipped with a fridge. If not, |
| you move away from the trailer? | | | | then enquire if there is space in case you want to |
| Ball weight | | | | install one. |
| Make sure the camper trailer you are buying has a | | | | Solar heaters |
| suitable ball weight for your vehicle. Also, enquire if you | | | | Some off-road camper trailers come with solar |
| can lift the front of the camper, as you might have to | | | | heaters that give you hot water and can help you |
| unhook and turn it round in case of an off-road | | | | charge your solar batteries too. |
| condition. A general rule is to have 10 to 15 percent of | | | | Insurance |
| the camper’s weight on the hitch. | | | | Ask how much the insurance costs will be and will you |
| Canvas | | | | be covered off road too. |
| What kind of canvas is used for the trailer? Do I have | | | | Lighting |
| to wet it down for the first time? If yes, then enquire | | | | What are the lighting facilities and do they come with |
| why. It is good to get it sorted out with the | | | | the vehicle? Does it have plugs and cigarette lighters |
| manufacturers. | | | | so you can use your appliances? If yes, then what is |
| Vehicle and Trailer | | | | the voltage? |
| Check whether the camper is compatible with your | | | | Rear View |
| vehicle. It should not be too heavy for your vehicle and | | | | Will the camper prohibit your rear vision? If yes, then |
| should be easily movable. | | | | enquire if you need to use side mirrors? |
| Customer Service | | | | Windows and Wheels |
| When considering the trailer, enquire about the after | | | | Ask about the number of windows available and if |
| sales service provided by the company. Your trailer will | | | | they are less, enquire if they can be increased to your |
| go through many different conditions, so it is better to | | | | liking. Also important are the wheels. Ask if you can |
| ask about the guarantee and warranty terms | | | | get the trailer wheels to your specification or if you |
| beforehand. Tambo Campers is a company that | | | | have to use the company provided wheels. |