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TRAVEL TRAILER & CAMPER
sa   RECREATIONAL VEHICLE
x   TRUCK CAMPER
xx   CAMPING EQUIPMENT & SUPPLIES
xx   MOBILE HOME
xx   RECREATIONAL VEHICLE
xx   TENT
xx   TRAILER

How to buy a used camping vehicle. Check points on what to look for.
BETTER HOMES & GARDENS Apr 1971 (v.49#4) pg. 6

How to prepare a used camper for sale or trade-in.
BETTER HOMES & GARDENS Apr 1971 (v.49#4) pg. 8

What you should know about buying a camper. Includes table with features and payment ranges for popular recreational vehicles.
BETTER HOMES & GARDENS May 1972 (v.50#5) pg. 30

How to buy a used camper. Article covers travel trailers, tent trailers, pickup campers and motor homes.
BETTER HOMES & GARDENS Aug 1974 (v.52#8) pg. 45

How to remodel the interior of an older standard pickup camper.
BETTER HOMES & GARDENS Sep 1975 (v.53#9) pg. 18

Tips on building pickup camper (or cap) shells.
CANADIAN WORKSHOP Jun 1984 (v.7#9) pg. 6

On the road again. A shopping and tune-up checklist to use when purchasing a used camper trailer.
CANADIAN WORKSHOP May 1992 (v.15#8) pg. 55

Tip: Make a removable handy step for the rear door of your pickup camper. The step attaches to the rear bumber of your truck.
FAMILY HANDYMAN #247 Mar 1984 (v.34#3) pg. 127

A first-time buyer's guide to vacation vehicles (camping trailers, truck conversions, and motor homes).
FAMILY HANDYMAN #278 Apr 1987 (v.37#4) pg. 97

Tips on renting a houseboat, motor home or pop-up trailer for a family vacation.
HOME MECHANIX #698 Jun 1986 (v.82) pg. 54

Folding camping trailer is a small, two-wheel tent trailer. The flat top is hinged at one edge and opens up like a suitcase revealing a bed. Canvas flaps enclose the open three sides. A 16-cubic foot storage area below the bed is accessible through doors on the sides of the trailer. Sleeps one or two people. Plywood construction. Est. cost: $100.
MECHANIX ILLUSTRATED #467 Apr 1967 (v.63) pg. 121

How to buy a good used camper, piggy-back or trailer type.
MECHANIX ILLUSTRATED #480 May 1968 (v.64) pg. 49

Basic plan for a pickup camper including dual 117 volt AC and 12 volt DC light system, built-in sink, stove, icebox, and water supply.
MECHANIX ILLUSTRATED #490 Mar 1969 (v.65) pg. 96

Build a camper body for a pickup truck.
MECHANIX ILLUSTRATED #501 Feb 1970 (v.66) pg. 74

Build a cartop camper. Rig is designed to be carried on top of a sedan and has telescoping legs that lower so car can be driven out from under it. Side bunks slide out and tent fits over aluminum conduit frame.
MECHANIX ILLUSTRATED #517 Jun 1971 (v.67) pg. 69

Hunter top for your pickup has 4 ft. of headroom, takedown bunks for two and lots of storage space. Built of interior and exterior paneling over a wooden, insulated frame. Rear door panel removes to provide over 4 ft. wide opening. Est. cost: $300.
MECHANIX ILLUSTRATED #533 Oct 1972 (v.68) pg. 92

How to install a cab-to-camper intercom for a pick-up camper using the Heathkit master and remote station kit. Easy kit can be assembled by beginner in about 4 hours. Est. cost (kit): $26.
MECHANIX ILLUSTRATED #536 Jan 1973 (v.69) pg. 50

A camping trailer you can build. Opens to 16 ft. long with 7 ft. center headroom and sleeps six. Includes instructions for making the canvas top. Est. cost: $400.
MECHANIX ILLUSTRATED #542 Jul 1973 (v.69) pg. 78

A cab-over camper you can build for a 1/2 ton pickup. Two benches convert into a bed. Narrow table can be set up between seats. Headroom in rear section is 43". Est. cost: $300.
MECHANIX ILLUSTRATED #546 Nov 1973 (v.69) pg. 80

A build-it-yourself cartop camper. Pop-up tent sits on top of car. Bed is 6.5-ft. long and 4-ft. wide. Plan for a combination table and bedboard, which fits inside the car, is also included. Unit shown was installed on a VW Squareback. Est. cost: $100.
MECHANIX ILLUSTRATED #567 Aug 1975 (v.71) pg. 56

Convert your hand pumped water system to a 12-volt self-priming water system. Basic plumbing and wiring layout shown.
MECHANIX ILLUSTRATED #569 Oct 1975 (v.71) pg. 127

Make your own set of four camper jacks for removing a pickup camper from back of truck. Built from used bumper jacks set into a wooden framework. Est. cost: $20.
MECHANIX ILLUSTRATED #581 Oct 1976 (v.72) pg. 78

Folding step for a camper. Make your own fold-up step from angle iron and wood. Attaches to the rear bumper of your truck or RV.
MECHANIX ILLUSTRATED #606 Nov 1978 (v.74) pg. 170

A slide-in camper to build for a pickup. Sleeps 4 to 6. Self-contained galley can be taken out of the camper and set up for outdoor cooking. Complete plans must be ordered for $15. Est. cost: $1,200.
MECHANIX ILLUSTRATED #612 May 1979 (v.75) pg. 105

Build your own jacks to hoist pickup campers. Built from wood and auto bumper jacks.
MECHANIX ILLUSTRATED #649 Jun 1982 (v.78) pg. 66C

The sheepherder's wagon. General information on the design and construction of this unique travel trailer.
MOTHER EARTH NEWS #3 May 1970 pg. 64

The APT camper. Build your own tent camper. Start with a 750-lb. capacity boat trailer, add a wooden box and a 9x12-ft. tent top. Est. cost: $350.
MOTHER EARTH NEWS #76 Jul-Aug 1982 pg. 134

How to build a "thermal envelope" around your mobile home or travel trailer for wintertime comfort.
MOTHER EARTH NEWS #85 Jan-Feb 1984 pg. 32

How to expand your pickup's versatility. Build this combination stake bed, lumber rack, and tent camper.
MOTHER EARTH NEWS #89 Sep-Oct 1984 pg. 136

Circuit is used to charge an auxiliary battery in your camper as you drive along the road.
POPULAR ELECTRONICS [2] May 1989 (v.6#5) pg. 26

Station wagon car-top sleeper holds two adults and is made of plywood.
POPULAR MECHANICS May 1964 (v.121#5) pg. 128

Carry-all trailer for campers features a built-in kitchen and ice box, storage space for dress clothes to be hung up and storage for tents, etc.
POPULAR MECHANICS May 1965 (v.123#5) pg. 132

Build a high-low pickup camper with a 5 ft. 11" work area. Can be parked in a standard 8 ft. high garage. Includes double bed, sink, propane stove and lights, closets, water tank, etc. Fits onto a half-ton pickup truck. Aluminum siding exterior over a wood frame. Est. cost: $650.
POPULAR MECHANICS May 1966 (v.125#5) pg. 132

Tips on maintaining utility and camping trailers.
POPULAR MECHANICS Jun 1966 (v.125#6) pg. 162

Twelve ways to add comfort and convenience to campers.
POPULAR MECHANICS May 1967 (v.127#5) pg. 124

Hi-Lo camper shell for a pickup truck. An aluminum covered plywood shell that is fully insulated and can be adjusted to two heights by adding high-rise sides and a larger rear door panel.
POPULAR MECHANICS Jul 1968 (v.130#1) pg. 126

An 8-1/2 ft. tent trailer sleeps four. Features fold-out bunks and canvas top with optional canopy. Est. cost: $250.
POPULAR MECHANICS Feb 1969 (v.131#2) pg. 164

How to winterize a travel trailer.
POPULAR MECHANICS Nov 1969 (v.132#5) pg. 116

Three-way "Travelpod" is a boat, a camper and a car-top equipment carrier all in one.
POPULAR MECHANICS Feb 1970 (v.133#2) pg. 158

How to match your truck and camper.
POPULAR MECHANICS May 1971 (v.135#5) pg. 166D

Assemble a 9 ft. factory-built pickup camper from a precut kit. Est. cost: $800.
POPULAR MECHANICS Jul 1971 (v.136#1) pg. 128

Safe driving tips for campers and trailers.
POPULAR MECHANICS May 1972 (v.137#5) pg. 162

A 20-ft. travel trailer, the Lagune 20, you can build yourself. Sleeps 4, has 110-volt and 12-volt electric, tandem axles, gas heat, hot water and stove, 30-gallon holding tank, and full bathroom. Est. cost: $2,000. Plans cost $15.
POPULAR MECHANICS Jul 1972 (v.138#1) pg. 136

A cab over camper to build for a compact pickup truck. Features a cab-over double bed, a dinette table and benches that convert into a bed, and a built-in sink, stove and icebox. Plans can be ordered for $10. Est. cost: $607.
POPULAR MECHANICS Mar 1973 (v.139#3) pg. 178

A fifth-wheeler you can build to be hauled by half-ton and small size pickup trucks. Can be purchased in prefab kit form. Plans can be purchased separately for $35.
POPULAR MECHANICS Apr 1973 (v.139#4) pg. 102

A description of winter camping with the Attex compact tent-trailer designed to be hauled behind an all-terrain vehicle.
POPULAR MECHANICS Oct 1973 (v.140#4) pg. 56

The "Outback", a build-it-yourself camper shell for compact pickup trucks. Aluminum covering over a wood frame. Build it from plans or a kit. Est. cost: $120.
POPULAR MECHANICS Jan 1974 (v.141#1) pg. 88

Routine preventative maintenance tips for travel trailer or RV.
POPULAR MECHANICS Mar 1974 (v.141#3) pg. 162

Adding an outside access storage compartment to a trailer or RV.
POPULAR MECHANICS Mar 1974 (v.141#3) pg. 166

Pop-up tent camper for a compact pickup. Thin-wall conduit frame with canvas covering. Complete plans must be purchased for $10.
POPULAR MECHANICS Jul 1975 (v.144#1) pg. 50

Build Sequoia, an 11-ft. travel trailer. Features a settee which converts to a double bed, portable toilet unit which needs no built-in holding tank, icebox, 2-burner stove, and sink. Sleeps 3. Est. cost: $976. Plans cost $10.
POPULAR MECHANICS Jun 1976 (v.145#6) pg. 107

Convert the rear door of a pickup camper into a storage door that (when open) is used to hold food and kitchen items for easy meal preparation.
POPULAR MECHANICS Mar 1977 (v.147#3) pg. 111

Pickup truck conversion features large storage cabinets on each side of bed. The cabinets open to the outside with the large door forming a work surface. The area between the cabinets, over the truck bed, features a canvas tent that can be either left up or collapsed when driving. The tent can be removed when hauling large items in the truck.
POPULAR MECHANICS Jan 1978 (v.149#1) pg. 76

Build a ladder for your travel trailer. Made of electrical conduit, it allows easy access to the roof of your trailer. It is permanently attached to the back of the trailer.
POPULAR MECHANICS Apr 1978 (v.149#4) pg. 57

Tips on energy-efficient living in a travel trailer.
POPULAR MECHANICS Jul 1979 (v.152#1) pg. 138

Piggy back camper for your pickup truck.
POPULAR SCIENCE May 1963 (v.182#5) pg. 137

Car top sleeper you can build.
POPULAR SCIENCE May 1963 (v.182#5) pg. 138

Collapsible tent for the back of a pickup truck.
POPULAR SCIENCE May 1964 (v.184#5) pg. 122

Put a wall tent on wheels.
POPULAR SCIENCE Jul 1964 (v.185#1) pg. 126

Build an expandable camper. Two plywood boxes, sliding one over the other, open up to make a pickup truck camper that sleeps four. Part 1.
POPULAR SCIENCE May 1967 (v.190#5) pg. 162

Build an expandable camper. Two plywood boxes, sliding one over the other, open up to make a pickup truck camper that sleeps four. Part 2. How to add a kitchen with sink and water supply, propane gas stove, icebox, storage drawers and cabinets, counter, seats and a dining table that converts into a 2-man bunk.
POPULAR SCIENCE Jun 1967 (v.190#6) pg. 160

A pickup camper for a Ford Ranchero pickup. The camper is built of redwood paneling. Complete plans available for $10.
POPULAR SCIENCE Mar 1969 (v.194#3) pg. 162

Winterize camping trailers and recreational vehicles to prevent winter damage.
POPULAR SCIENCE Oct 1969 (v.195#4) pg. 170

Build a hardtop tent camper on a boat or bike trailer chassis.
POPULAR SCIENCE Apr 1970 (v.196#4) pg. 88

Pop-up camper for a stationwagon sleeps 4 or 5 and includes stand-up head room for dressing and a galley for food storage and preparation. Weight: 225 lbs.
POPULAR SCIENCE Jun 1970 (v.196#6) pg. 60

How to travel safely in the wilds. How to get ready and what to take with you when you go far off the road in a recreational vehicle or camper.
POPULAR SCIENCE Jul 1970 (v.197#1) pg. 82

One example of points to consider when mating a truck camper to a pickup.
POPULAR SCIENCE Mar 1971 (v.198#3) pg. 74

Two-wheel tent-trailer camper is scaled down slightly for towing behind compact cars. Features a pull-out bed and pull-out kitchen with built-in stove, sink and ice box. Roof of hardboard doubles as trailer cover. Sides and awning of canvas. Weight 350 lbs. Est. cost: $450.
POPULAR SCIENCE May 1971 (v.198#5) pg. 100

Calico camper, a quonset-hut shaped camper for a pickup truck. Covered with a flower pattern (optional) duck and fiberglass. Constructed mostly of wood.
POPULAR SCIENCE Jul 1971 (v.199#1) pg. 76

Tips on getting your camper ready for summer fun. Preventive maintenance suggestions.
POPULAR SCIENCE Mar 1972 (v.200#3) pg. 106

A collapsible water container, placed on the roof of your trailer and attached to your sink hookup, will eliminate the need for hand pumping.
POPULAR SCIENCE Apr 1972 (v.200#4) pg. 142

Two-wheel dolly inserts into a boat trailer hitch (or camper trailer) to allow one person to manuver the trailer easier.
POPULAR SCIENCE May 1972 (v.200#5) pg. 32

A tent designed for a pickup truck can also be used on a boat trailer or on the boat itself.
POPULAR SCIENCE Aug 1972 (v.201#2) pg. 106

Off-the-ground storage rack for pickup camper tops. Four posts are sunk in the ground, the pickup driven between them, the top jacked up from inside and supports run between the posts to support camper shell. Reverse process to install unit on truck. Can be done by one person.
POPULAR SCIENCE Sep 1972 (v.201#3) pg. 14

Simple means of using a plumb bob to level a trailer without repeated use of a spirit level.
POPULAR SCIENCE Jan 1973 (v.202#1) pg. 18

Sponge rubber balls, attached to a piece of wood, hold glass cups securely and keep them from being tossed around and broken in a trailer cupboard.
POPULAR SCIENCE Mar 1973 (v.202#3) pg. 100

Build a telescope pickup camper in which the roof lowers for highway travel, but which can be raised to 74" of headroom when parked. Basic construction is plywood with aluminum siding. Built in stove, icebox, cabinets, sink and toilet. Sleeps 4. Est. cost: $1000.
POPULAR SCIENCE Mar 1973 (v.202#3) pg. 123

Simple wooden board forms a jig to keep hangers on clothes bar while travel trailer is being towed.
POPULAR SCIENCE May 1974 (v.204#5) pg. 150

How to install a 12-volt DC/110-volt AC refrigerator in your camper or trailer. Wiring to car and trailer battery is shown.
POPULAR SCIENCE Aug 1975 (v.207#2) pg. 91

Motor home or travel trailer is an integral part of this vacation cottage to avoid costly duplication of facilities. The trailer is pulled inside a garage and may still be hauled behind your car when you have the urge to travel. Blueprints cost: $35.
POPULAR SCIENCE Oct 1976 (v.209#4) pg. 132

Wood-epoxy construction makes a featherweight camper cap for a pickup truck. Uses the same bonded-plywood building techniques that are used in boat construction.
POPULAR SCIENCE Oct 1987 (v.231#4) pg. 86

Modify a 9-volt battery-powered transistorized intercom to use a 12-volt battery and install the intercom between pickup truck cab and camper. Est. cost: $12.
RADIO-TV EXPERIMENTER Jun-Jul 1967 (v.22#3) pg. 75

Formula for an inexpensive deodorant for a sewage holding tank (on a boat or trailer) or for a chemical toilet.
SMALL BOAT JOURNAL #65 Feb-Mar 1989 pg. 74

A look at what's available in tent trailers and tips on things to consider before buying one.
SUNSET Mar 1977 (v.158#3) pg. 68

How to build a removable fence to store a house trailer in a back yard in a concealed fashion.
SUNSET Sep 1977 (v.159#3) pg. 107

One-wheel camping trailer with kitchen compartment and bed.
WORKBENCH Jul-Aug 1964 (v.20#4) pg. 40

Low-cost camping trailer. A one-wheel camper built on an existing trailer. Two bunks for children and a double bed for adults. Plywood sides which fold down to cover the trailer when traveling. Est. cost: $100 (including used trailer).
WORKBENCH Jul-Aug 1967 (v.23#4) pg. 30

Two-wheel camping trailer opens up to form an 8x12-ft. "cottage on wheels". Features wood and metal side panels, large screened windows, a canvas roof with a large awning type overhang. A built-in kitchen with extensive storage cabinets and drawers, a gas stove and an icebox. Part 1.
WORKBENCH Mar-Apr 1968 (v.24#2) pg. 22

Two-wheel camping trailer opens up to form an 8x12-ft. "cottage on wheels". Features wood and metal side panels, large screened windows, a canvas roof with a large awning type overhang. A built-in kitchen with extensive storage cabinets and drawers, a gas stove and an icebox. Part 2.
WORKBENCH May-Jun 1968 (v.24#3) pg. 31

Build-it yourself campers use kits of precut pieces and a completely finished tent for one model. Tips on assembly of kits shown.
WORKBENCH Jul-Aug 1971 (v.27#4) pg. 48

Custom-build this recreational camper to fit your pickup. Part 1. Basic construction is marine plywood over a framework of 2x2s. Headroom is about 57". Features a tent extension (awning).
WORKBENCH May-Jun 1979 (v.35#3) pg. 46

Custom-build this recreational camper to fit your pickup. Part 2. Finishing the pickup camper. Installing wiring, insulation, paneling, and flooring.
WORKBENCH Sep-Oct 1979 (v.35#5) pg. 86