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Coleman Folding Trailers (Pop-up Campers)	Art	8-18-03
My wife and I have had a couple of pop-up campers in the past. We're looking for a new one. I've been studying E-Bay for about a month now. MOST of the campers I see there are Coleman Elite Tour Series, the Niagara, the Bayside. The fact that there are so many of them for sale scares me a little. They're expensive units (for us). We could never afford a new one, but some of the E-Bay prices on used models (2001-2002) are just about in reach. I'd love some opinions on these units. Are there comparable units available for less? We'll be pulling it with a 240HP Honda Odyssey and a class III hitch. In theory that should be fine, but is it really? Thanks for your help. Art
Re: Coleman Folding Trailers (Pop-up Campers)	Gwendall	10-26-03
I'm responding to your message concerning Coleman pop-campers. We've owned many Coleman products and for this reason, we decided to purchase a new one in 1995. We've thoroughly enjoyed it and this year after our annual vacation, we cleaned, winterized and closed it up only to find that the roof is rotten!!! That's right no good. Therefore, it bows out and it is a perfect spot for mice to find and inhibit our camper during the winter months. So, I've always been so Coleman in the past, but it has been almost 6 weeks since I wrote to Coleman concerning this problem. And, NO ONE has responded to my concern. I did take it to a local dealer and he admitted that it appeared to be a defect in the manufacture of the roof, but admitted that the warranty is 5 years. Well, since that has expired Coleman is willing to ignore my problem?? I don't think so. I am livid that not one sole has responded to my letter and no one wants to take the bull by the horns to try to work out something. The dealer told me that it would cost $1,600 to fix. So, tell me this is fair: after purchasing the camper for over $5,000. now just since the warranty has worn out we need to put another $1,600 to be able to use it - we could have been staying in some pretty nice hotels for this kind of money. We are not made of money and purchasing a camper was a very big move for us. So, I'm not recommending a coleman to anyone I meet due to their non-responsiveness to my problem. I've give someone my business and credibility if they stand behind their product ( as Coleman has ALWAYS done for us ) but now - I'll be looking elsewhere where they stand behind their product better. Hope I've answered your questions
Re: Coleman Folding Trailers (Pop-up Campers)	David	4-25-07
I thought the roof had a limited lifetime warranty. Haven't you contacted Coleman or Fleetwood to repair or replace?
Re: Coleman Folding Trailers (Pop-up Campers)	Mike Lovell	9-6-03
Art, I have a brand new Utah and it is great. It has the slide out dining area (which really gives you lots of room) and two full king size beds. I have the optional toliet; outside hot and cool water; and the full screen tent addition. Bought it in May new, and so far it has been flawless. I pull mine with my new Ford F150 with the 5.4, so you can't even tell it's back there. Make sure and put the electric brake on your vehicle....it makes for an easy stop. Mike Lovell
Re: Coleman Folding Trailers (Pop-up Campers)	Tim Mayer	9-3-03
I had a coleman 1997 Sun Ridge and loved it. It got attacked by mice and was totalled by the insurance company. I had no problems with it and it was like new until the mice took over. If I were to go with another pop up it would be a Coleman no question about it.
Re: Coleman Folding Trailers (Pop-up Campers)	Stefanie	8-18-08
We have a Coleman/Fleetwood tent camper, 1994, with the power lift system. The release valve is broken, does anyone know where a replacement can be found? Thnks for any help
Coleman Pop-Up Camper Water Leak	Dennis Robertson	6-14-07
Where can I purchase a replacement washer(s) for the water line going up to the kitchen sink? The washer I believe has dried out. As a result, it is leaking which allows water to spray underneath the sink. I have been to several hardware stores with no success. Thanks for any help or suggestions!
Coleman Folding Trailers (Pop-up Campers)	Jerry	9-2-07
Sorry to read sooo many problems wit5h coleman tent campers that are NOT very old. I have a 22 yr old Starcraft Nove 24. NO problems at all. About to buy a NEW (2008) Rockwood 2280 with ALL extras/options. Just because the other is 22 yrs old. Might have something go wrong with it. I went here to check out Colemans, but no thanks. Thanx for all the replys here tho'.
Re: Coleman Folding Trailers (Pop-up Campers)	mark cockrill	7-19-08
A freind of mine gave me a 1991 coleman sunvalley popup. The canvas has a few rips that avarage about 6 ton 8 inches long, all are in the sides and none in the tops of the pull outs thank gosh! Is there any kind of fabric repair kit that I can get for this problem? Also the cabinet under the stove is kind of broken up but I think I can repair most of it altho the lifting and locking system is giving me fits. Is there a manual I can get for this camper that has more information on repairs and operation of this oldie but goodie camper? Any info you could give me would really help. we are on limited income and are good a rigging things but the tears in the canvas has me at a stand still. Thank you for your time, please contact me asap.
Re: Coleman Folding Trailers (Pop-up Campers)	John DiFede	8-10-08
I too have a Coleman camper, a 1998 Sunridge Grand Tour series model that we purchased new. I found this thread today, while searching for a solution to our camper problem. My problem is with the top on my camper. It is the one piece Seamless ABS roof. This roof is a defect on these campers, and Coleman (trailers are manufactured by Fleetwood) later changed the roof design. By 2000, my roof had started to sag and become deformed. I wrote to fleetwood and the roof was replaced with an updated version which included a support beam accross the roof center. This replacement roof has now sagged and cracked and will not seal up the camper. I would avoid any Coleman or Fleetwood campers with the one piece ABS roof. My camper is still in great shape, has anyone been able to replace the ABS roof with a conventional style roof?
Re: Coleman Folding Trailers (Pop-up Campers)	Barb	5-24-08
We own a 2002 Coleman Laramie Pop up. When we took it out of storage this spring, there was a crack running from the front storgae lid up to the base of the camper. We have been told that this is a common problem...I would appreciate any help with this as the storage place is denying responsibility.
Re: Coleman Folding Trailers (Pop-up Campers)	ejones	1-8-08
Great campers I have had four I just bought a new fleetwood from my same dealer. He told me fleetwood bought out coleman a few years back that will be good for us all.Fleetwood has a great warrent dept.
Re: Coleman Folding Trailers (Pop-up Campers)	Wayne Barwick	12-24-07
I am looking for an owner's manual for a 1993 Coleman "Cape Cod" pop-up. I have e-mailed several dealers asking about one but so far no replies. Can you help?? I would be greatly appreciative.
Re: Coleman Folding Trailers (Pop-up Campers)	Mark B.	9-5-03
We had a 1998 Coleman Bayside and used it for 4 years before going to a travel trailer. They are well built and the best pop-ups out there today. Buy a model with a slide out. You will be happy you did when it rains or camping with others. Good luck and Happy Camping!
Re: Coleman Folding Trailers (Pop-up Campers)	Mirén Sexauer	9-19-03
Would you please mail me the brochures and prices of the pop-op campers made by your company as well as your representatives in St. Petersburg, Florida. My address is: Miren U. Sexauer 3715 - 42md Way S. #61-C St. Petersburg, FL 33711 Thank you. Kind regars, Miren U. Sexauer
Re: Coleman Folding Trailers (Pop-up Campers)	H.M. Young	11-26-04
I'm trying to get a manual book for a 1997 Sun Ridge pop up camper. If you can be of help on this matter I sure would appreciate it!
Re: Coleman Folding Trailers (Pop-up Campers)	Keith Rhoades	9-10-03
Can you tell me the best way to clean the canvas on your pop up tent camper. What product do you recommend. Thanks
Re: Coleman Folding Trailers (Pop-up Campers)	Mike Carlton	9-5-03
I don't know about the coleman pop-up, but I know your odyssey should have no problem pulling it. I pull a Jayco Kiwi 17a with my Odyssey (cross country and into the mountains)and it handles it beautifully. Just make sure you get the transmission cooler and the power steering cooler.
Re: Coleman Folding Trailers (Pop-up Campers)	michael szynal	5-1-04
I have a coleman sequoia pop up,1988 what I need is to find where I can buy replacement canvas for it. I live in norwich CT.
Re: Coleman Folding Trailers (Pop-up Campers)	angela henderson	8-15-05
Can we purchus the zip-on ends to our pop up,seems the weather has taken a toll onthe tent part.so we figured we bought it with zip on rooms that mabe we could get replacements for it11so pleas let me know huntting season is about to start and we need to replace both ends. thanks,contact me at harrimi1@wmconnect or angela henderson 3721 vanderbilt dr. albany ga. 31721.
Re: Coleman Folding Trailers (Hetteras)sp?	Sandy Weld	5-6-04
Please send me info on this hard sided popup trailer that has fiberglass sides.
Re: Coleman Folding Trailers (Pop-up Campers)	helen backus	3-31-07
I am looking for a good pop up. 12 ft box or larger w/ potty ref.[shower op.] thank you
Re: Coleman Folding Trailers (Pop-up Campers)	Jay	7-30-07
You can look it up on the internet just type in the name of your trailer and the year and you should get a pdf file. Good luck
Re: Coleman Folding Trailers (Pop-up Campers)	Kevin Charles	9-16-07
I have a 1985 coleman sun valley pop up and i am looking for a lower step door mine got bent any one know where i can get one ?
Re: Coleman Folding Trailers (Pop-up Campers)	BOBBY PARKER	11-20-05
I have a 1996 Coleman Niagara with a sagging roof,I would like to know if this is a common problem and what can be done to fix this roof, replace,repair or am I just stuck with a defective roof.Other than the roof I have really enjoyed the camper alot.It is well designed for easy set up and take down.It follows our GMC YUKON really well,Please respond Thak you.
Re: Coleman Folding Trailers (Pop-up Campers)	Gerry	7-31-07
Coleman will replace it for free. go to your dealer and they will take care of it. I've hd mine replaced already.
Re: Coleman Folding Trailers (Pop-up Campers)	Harry	5-28-07
I own a 2002 Coleman Niagra grand touring popup style camper. In the past 5 years I have used the camper all but one year. I have spent many grand weekends with it. I have had no problems with it besides ordinary wear and tear. It comes fully loaded and has been well worth the $12,000.00 I paid for it. It also came with the screen room! Someone asked how to clean it and what products to us. If your cleaning the inside of the camper's canvas I recommend k-14 mold and mildew cleaner, its also good for the inside ceiling of your camper. If your wanting to know how to clean the outside of the canvas, I have used a power sprayer on a medium duty spray using a standard canvas cleaner with no problems for the past 3 summers. As for the roof and body of the camper I have used an ordinary pay, do it yourself, car wash to clean the entire exposed shell of the camper followed by a hand wax. I would recommend Coleman Campers of 2002 or later models to anyone looking to purchase a popup style camper.
Re: Coleman Folding Trailers (Pop-up Campers)	TOM MICHIGAN	9-13-08
COLE MAN WILL REPLACE FOR SHIPPING COSTS WITH ONE THAT IS NOT ONE PCS ABS