Our first pop-up

[jenmel]

We just "rescued" a 1984 Coleman Cape Cod that is in amazing condition. My husband got it at a yard sale this past weekend from a neighbor for a mere $275! After we get it cleaned and registered, we're ready to go. We've never had a pop-up before, so we're a little bit excited. We were backpackers before we had our kids, so this is going to be a different kind of adventure. We have 2 boys - 4 1/2 and 2 1/2 - who are very excited about the prospect of camping and going somewhere fun!

The upholstery, foam, screens, floors and the kitchen stuff are in amazing condition. Lights all work, and it has new tires. We haven't tried the stove yet, but we'll probably need to get all new hoses before we fire it up. I had to do some repair on some of the fabric that I think had dry-rotted, but since I'm pretty good with a sewing machine (and some very tedious handsewing), it now looks as good as new (from a distance, you can't tell that I fixed it).

Have popup...will travel...


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Jen
A Newbie to the popup camping world!

1984 Coleman Cape Cod
2000 Dodge Caravan

 

[mercman]

Congrats and welcome, Before you take the Pup put grease the bearings and check your tires for dry-rot, If it's been sitting for awhile the tires might be shot.

Enjoy!

Chris

01 f-150
07 Rockwood 1980,
The official vehicle of the Camping Collies.
64 Mercury Comet

Happy To Be The Wondering Wanderer...
...as long as I end up with sand in my toes

Nights Camped 2007 ~3 (soon to be updated again)

 

[Mr_Custom]

Congrats!

The canvas could probably use a good cleaning and recoating with the Sunbrella waterproofing compound. You should be able to get it at an RV dealer. Check the fire extinguisher, spare tire and have fun! If you are not inclined to do this work you might have a dealer go over it for you. Might be nice to have the surprises out of the closet before you find yourself out in the woods.

Mr_Custom
Antigonish, NS
2005 Chev Trail Blazer
97 F-150
03 Coleman Sun Valley

 

[MrBuddy]

hey great deal couldn't you beat them down to $250 just kidding
I'm sure the boys will love it enjoy your 1st trip

Paul <img src=../Images/icons/icon_smile_beer.gif border=0 align=middle> <img src=../Images/icons/icon_smile_bbq.gif border=0 align=middle> <img src=../Images/icons/icon_smile_beer.gif border=0 align=middle>
TV 95 Windstar <img src=../Images/icons/icon_smile_suv.gif border=0 align=middle>
PUC 2001 Viking 2460 Legend <img src=../Images/icons/icon_smile_pu.gif border=0 align=middle>

 

[jenmel]

My husband tried! Actually, he asked for $260 (the guy was asking $300), but my husband was wearing his NY Yankees hat and I know for a fact that the guy is a die-hard Boston Red Sox fan, so my thought is that at least he didn't charge us double! LOL!

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Jen
A Newbie to the popup camping world!

<img src=../Images/icons/icon_smile_pu.gif border=0 align=middle><img src=../Images/icons/icon_smile_suv.gif border=0 align=middle>
1984 Coleman Cape Cod
2000 Dodge Caravan

Me, DH, 2 boys -'03 & '05, camping shis tzu, Bailey and a <img src=../Images/icons/icon_smile_canoe.gif border=0 align=middle> 17' canoe

 

[MrBuddy]

Hey take it and run

Paul <img src=../Images/icons/icon_smile_beer.gif border=0 align=middle> <img src=../Images/icons/icon_smile_bbq.gif border=0 align=middle> <img src=../Images/icons/icon_smile_beer.gif border=0 align=middle>
TV 95 Windstar <img src=../Images/icons/icon_smile_suv.gif border=0 align=middle>
PUC 2001 Viking 2460 Legend <img src=../Images/icons/icon_smile_pu.gif border=0 align=middle>

 

[mostlyok]

Great bargain. Sounds like you got extra discounts for being Yankee fans. Take a quick look at the "what do we bring" lists on this site before you take off. A lot of us recommend 'driveway' camping for the first time out. That way you can decide what's necessary, and what is extra weight.
Enjoy!


Heidi & Paul <img src=../Images/icons/icon_smile_camping.gif border=0 align=middle>
MostlyOK
<img src=../Images/icons/icon_smile_pu.gif border=0 align=middle> '94 Starcraft Space Flyer
<img src=../Images/icons/icon_smile_suv.gif border=0 align=middle> '05 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited
<img src=../Images/icons/icon_smile_canoe.gif border=0 align=middle> Old Town Guide
http://community.webshots.com/user/mostlyok

If its got zippers and Velcro it's got to be fun!

 

[jenmel]

Where would I find the "what do we bring" lists? I've been surfing the site a bit, but haven't come across those. I"m sure they'd be most helpful.

Our first trip out will probably be pretty close to home (although farther than the driveway!). That way, if one or both boys freaks out and it's miserable, we can always come home. Hopefully that won't happen, but you never know.

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Jen
A Newbie to the popup camping world!

<img src=../Images/icons/icon_smile_pu.gif border=0 align=middle><img src=../Images/icons/icon_smile_suv.gif border=0 align=middle>
1984 Coleman Cape Cod
2000 Dodge Caravan

Me, DH, 2 boys -'03 & '05, camping shih tzu, Bailey and a <img src=../Images/icons/icon_smile_canoe.gif border=0 align=middle> 17' canoe

 

[freepopup]

There is a guy on this forum who has a list also look at some of the ouners manuals. I got one off this site that the last 3 pages was a "what to bring list".i just printed that and stck it under plastic sheet and with a dry erase marker each time you use it. als keep a pen and pad handy on the first trip or drive way camp to adjust it to what you need.

1996 GMC Jimmy
1983 Coleman
2 kids
1 wife

 

[Major Bawls]

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We just "rescued" a 1984 Coleman Cape Cod that is in amazing condition. My husband got it at a yard sale this past weekend from a neighbor for a mere $275! After we get it cleaned and registered, we're ready to go. We've never had a pop-up before, so we're a little bit excited. We were backpackers before we had our kids, so this is going to be a different kind of adventure. We have 2 boys - 4 1/2 and 2 1/2 - who are very excited about the prospect of camping and going somewhere fun!

The upholstery, foam, screens, floors and the kitchen stuff are in amazing condition. Lights all work, and it has new tires. We haven't tried the stove yet, but we'll probably need to get all new hoses before we fire it up. I had to do some repair on some of the fabric that I think had dry-rotted, but since I'm pretty good with a sewing machine (and some very tedious handsewing), it now looks as good as new (from a distance, you can't tell that I fixed it).

Have popup...will travel...


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Jen
A Newbie to the popup camping world!

1984 Coleman Cape Cod
2000 Dodge Caravan
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[Major Bawls]

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We just "rescued" a 1984 Coleman Cape Cod that is in amazing condition. My husband got it at a yard sale this past weekend from a neighbor for a mere $275! After we get it cleaned and registered, we're ready to go. We've never had a pop-up before, so we're a little bit excited. We were backpackers before we had our kids, so this is going to be a different kind of adventure. We have 2 boys - 4 1/2 and 2 1/2 - who are very excited about the prospect of camping and going somewhere fun!

The upholstery, foam, screens, floors and the kitchen stuff are in amazing condition. Lights all work, and it has new tires. We haven't tried the stove yet, but we'll probably need to get all new hoses before we fire it up. I had to do some repair on some of the fabric that I think had dry-rotted, but since I'm pretty good with a sewing machine (and some very tedious handsewing), it now looks as good as new (from a distance, you can't tell that I fixed it).

Have popup...will travel...


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Jen
A Newbie to the popup camping world!

1984 Coleman Cape Cod
2000 Dodge Caravan
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Well that didn't work out well now did it!!!

hey jenmel, wonder if you have any pics. In about 3 hours I'll be picking up an 84 Cape Cod and would like to compare for historical purposes and before I start a few already planned projects...

 

[armyguy]

Congrats!! And I thought my 86 Viking for $600 was good, you stole that. I wonder if I can find a Hybtid for that price??? <img src=../Images/icons/icon_smile_lol.gif border=0 align=middle>

68 SFC Anderson Dan
70 Toni
88 Ashley
93 Elizabeth
01 Zoe (Bichon)
05 TOYOTA 4Runner 4.7L V8 <img src=../Images/icons/icon_smile_suv.gif border=0 align=middle>
05 Flagstaff 208 <img src=../Images/icons/icon_smile_pu.gif border=0 align=middle>
"You do not have to lead by hitting people over the head,- thats assault of leadership" (Gen. Dwight D Eisenhower)

Edited by - armyguy on August 13 2007 16:31:17

 

[jpawlishn]

congrats and best wishes!

Jen,Jim,Bryon
Frackville, PA
1994 Starcraft Starflyer
1992 Pontiac Grand Prix, no longer TV
1989 Ford Bronco....MORE POWER!!!
<img src=../Images/icons/icon_smile_pu.gif border=0 align=middle> <img src=../Images/icons/icon_smile_camping.gif border=0 align=middle> <img src=../Images/icons/icon_smile_bbq.gif border=0 align=middle>

 

[Lost in Space]

What a great deal. If it is half as nice as you make it sound then you stole it for $275. You should definitely consider treating the canvas before heading out or you could be rudely surprised the first time you encounter rain. Enjoy!

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Dana & Claudia
The Happy Campers
'05 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon
'04 Palomino Pony 280

 

[barb_dave]

I agree with mercman. Pull the bearings and clean out the old grease and repack them.