Selling my prospecting shack on wheels, 1963 Rolite trailer |
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Selling my prospecting shack on wheels, 1963 Rolite trailer |
 Apr 15 2016, 04:26 PM
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 Master Mucker!  Group: Members Posts: 2,430 Joined: 6-June 13 From: Falcon, CO Member No.: 82,915  |
I bought it last July for $800. It used to be a pop-up, but a previous owner framed it in the up position, as well as framing in a ramp door in the back. I just hauled it through 12 states/6400 miles.
I love it for what I'm using it for, something to haul my gear in and then camp in. But after taking it on a long trip, I realize I want something bigger that I can also put my motorcycle in and do some more travelling. Only thing I've done to it is put new leaf springs on it ($400) and new tail lights. It does need some work to keep it in action. A fair amount of dry rotted wood here and there that will need to be replaced eventually. Would be a great project for someone with the skills to refurbhish it. Here are a few pics. If anyone is seriously interested I can take some more and chat with you about it. It really is a unique trailer and I wish I had the time and skills to do the work it needs. AND, it already has Colorado Prospector Club decals on it, so you'll be ready to represent the club!  Just looking to pass it along to someone who will appreciate it. For my CP peeps, I'd take $500 for it.
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Apr 17 2016, 09:40 AM
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 Shovel Buster! Group: Members Posts: 64 Joined: 2-February 16 From: Houston Member No.: 122,503 |
I would like to see some pics of the inside for future prospecting trips. Places to stay up in Salida, Co are upwards of $2200 a month for the cheapest, cheesiest motel room and that takes a lot away from my being able to stay in Colorado any length of time.
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Apr 17 2016, 11:07 AM
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Master Mucker! Group: Members Posts: 2,430 Joined: 6-June 13 From: Falcon, CO Member No.: 82,915 |
My main man Swizz hit me up this morning and snatched it up.
It really is a great option for this purpose and I hope to find something similar, just newer and that I can load my bike in. I don't need all that fufu camper stuff; I need a place to haul my gear, my bike, and to sleep in. -------------------- Find Colorado Prospector on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/170314493176558
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Apr 17 2016, 11:14 AM
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Master Mucker! Group: Members Posts: 2,430 Joined: 6-June 13 From: Falcon, CO Member No.: 82,915 |
Really don't want to buy new, but this is pretty slick!
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 Apr 17 2016, 11:57 AM
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QUOTE (Crusty @ Apr 17 2016, 11:07 AM)  My main man Swizz hit me up this morning and snatched it up. Happier than a Corgi on stilts.  It will have a happy home at the mine this season. -------------------- /l ,[____], l---L-OlllllllO- ()_) ()_)--o-)_) BLACK SANDS MATTER! Very Happy CP Lifetime Member CP CORE TEAM Referral Code CE213 |
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Apr 17 2016, 01:19 PM
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Master Mucker! Group: Members Posts: 2,430 Joined: 6-June 13 From: Falcon, CO Member No.: 82,915 |
If I was the mechanical type, this would be a pretty bad ass rig to make in to an off-road RV!
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Apr 17 2016, 02:31 PM
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Master Mucker! Group: Members Posts: 2,430 Joined: 6-June 13 From: Falcon, CO Member No.: 82,915 |
This might be an option... but not sure I want a 14' trailer.
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Apr 17 2016, 02:34 PM
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Master Mucker! Group: Members Posts: 2,430 Joined: 6-June 13 From: Falcon, CO Member No.: 82,915 |
Really don't want to buy new, but this thing could be pretty cool. Wish I could find a used one!
https://cosprings.craigslist.org/ctd/5531913173.html 
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Apr 17 2016, 03:11 PM
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Wow, as far as looks that last one takes the cake. Very sharp... would match your beasty truck.
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Apr 17 2016, 05:10 PM
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Master Mucker! Group: Members Posts: 2,430 Joined: 6-June 13 From: Falcon, CO Member No.: 82,915 |
Damn, if only this wasn't in Deleware!! Couldn't imagine a more perfect build! He said he got a shipping quote to CO and it would only be $800... maybe he's spit it with me :)
http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/thre...ide-out-Kitchen Here's the full thread on the build. Guy does pretty good work! http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/thre...oy-Hauler-Build -------------------- Find Colorado Prospector on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/170314493176558
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Apr 17 2016, 06:26 PM
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Master Mucker! Group: Members Posts: 2,430 Joined: 6-June 13 From: Falcon, CO Member No.: 82,915 |
If you're in to fabricating at all, read the thread on his camper build... it is really some amazing work. Really has my thinking. Consiodering that jeep trailer new is $6k, something like this completely custom is a steal at the same price!
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Apr 17 2016, 07:20 PM
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I would be tempted to go with that one, unique and very well built.
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Apr 17 2016, 08:18 PM
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Master Mucker! Group: Members Posts: 2,430 Joined: 6-June 13 From: Falcon, CO Member No.: 82,915 |
QUOTE (swizz @ Apr 17 2016, 07:20 PM) I would be tempted to go with that one, unique and very well built. I put a reply in the thread... And he confirmed what I hoped not to be true... It is too small for.my big ass bike :( -------------------- Find Colorado Prospector on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/170314493176558
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Apr 18 2016, 08:11 AM
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Shovel Buster! Group: Members Posts: 64 Joined: 2-February 16 From: Houston Member No.: 122,503 |
Wah!!!!!!!!!!! Oh, well, my gal pal is bringing hers so I guess I didn't need it YET but will need one next year when I come to Co.
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Apr 18 2016, 08:36 AM
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Master Mucker! Group: Members Posts: 2,430 Joined: 6-June 13 From: Falcon, CO Member No.: 82,915 |
QUOTE (Silky @ Apr 18 2016, 08:11 AM) Wah!!!!!!!!!!! Oh, well, my gal pal is bringing hers so I guess I didn't need it YET but will need one next year when I come to Co. After sleeping in a trailer, I won't go back to a tent unless I HAVE to! Just to easy, quiet, and weatherproof! Now I just gotta find one to replace mine before the season! -------------------- Find Colorado Prospector on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/170314493176558
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