View Full Version : Conqueror Off-road Camping Trailer
Hilldweller
09-18-2008, 10:02 AM
http://www.conquerorcampers.com/compact.html
Anybody ever see one in person? I'm going to go look at one on Saturday; great deals right now...
http://www.conquerorcampers.com/images/home_rotate/compact_top_header.gif
oZmonKey
09-18-2008, 10:24 AM
seems a little pricey imo. i've been fantasy shopping airstreams and teardrop type trailers, and that much money could get alot more other places.
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TripleJeep_99
09-18-2008, 10:53 AM
Wow that is a pricey trailer.
Hilldweller
09-18-2008, 11:00 AM
It's the build and capability of the trailer that causes the price.
I want/need something that I can thrash around. Go to the Yukon in. Not worry about...
Here's a quote from one of the fellows that owns Adventure Trailers (even more expensive):
It's gets back to that question "What is an off road trailer?".
If you put larger tires on a trailer for ground clearance, or spring it over does that make it an off-road trailer?
Rock crawling tests the ground clearance and protection of a off-road trailer, but wash board stresses the integrity of the whole unit, chassis, suspension, body.
The construction and fasteners used are also critical for the longevity of an off-road trailer, it would be pointless to have ground clearance, load capacity, comfort, and amenities if the trailer started to fall apart.
We use a few different terms when identifying trailers;
Modified: lifted, larger tires, or both, no change to suspension, body, or chassis.
Ruggedized: Lifted, larger tires, protection, no modification to suspension or slight modification, or incorrect application of suspension. No change to body construction. Slight modification to chassis if any.
Off-Road: Lifted, protected, strong chassis, applicable suspension, use of applicable fasteners, resistance to vibration and stress.
As someone said you can put lipstick on a pig..........
A similar trailer:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LDHZ5VXypII
http://i298.photobucket.com/albums/mm251/justinpitcairn/Jeep%20Rubicon/_MG_3875-1.jpg
Hilldweller
09-19-2008, 07:00 AM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XcSbOOU7wss
Hilldweller
09-21-2008, 05:16 AM
Well, somehow there's one in the garage now...
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v352/billpearlman/100_0542.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v352/billpearlman/100_0548.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v352/billpearlman/100_0559.jpg
Those of you who like to go far and explore will understand.
I'm not a "rock crawler" --- more of a world traveler type. I wonder how long it would take me to drag this thing to Chile; I've never seen Machu Picchu...
That's a cool concept but I can see it being a problem with high winds.
oZmonKey
09-21-2008, 09:21 AM
Cool man.. post some pictures when you've had it all set up and stuff.
Hilldweller
09-21-2008, 10:10 AM
Sprayed it down with a garden hose this morning to season the canvas a bit and check it all out.
Winds won't bother it --- the JK can't achieve speeds high enough for that... :sad2:
The wife is cleaning every nook and cranny; the trailer has been sitting in storage for 3 years.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v352/billpearlman/100_0564.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v352/billpearlman/100_0566.jpg
I meant winds when the tent is up. :crazyeyes: I'm sure driving it is fine. I pulled a little U-haul trailer with my 2-dr. Just not sure about the tent in high wind situations.
meljr
09-21-2008, 10:28 AM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XcSbOOU7wss
That video of Off-road Camping in Angola was well done. The hand built bridge crossing was scary to watch. Not my cup of tea, but good stuff.:thumbsup:
-meljr
SONIC
09-21-2008, 10:57 AM
Thats awesome! Wish i had one!
Hilldweller
09-22-2008, 07:19 AM
I meant winds when the tent is up. :crazyeyes: I'm sure driving it is fine. I pulled a little U-haul trailer with my 2-dr. Just not sure about the tent in high wind situations.It seems stout enough; the poles are steel and heavily reinforces throughout.
We'll see....
Thats awesome! Wish i had one!You'll never get a better deal on one than now; Dean would like to be rid of them.
This is the least expensive trailer of its kind that you can get right now...
And I did a little walk around video yesterday:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ALxGLVJY0QE
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