I want one..........

[31 Model A]

anyone know of anyone who actually has an original from the early 30s? (teardrop trailer)

[Synchro909]

There are lots of replicas like that around. They are very easy to make with your own extras.

[C26Pinelake]

Great trailer, classy whitewalls! Wayne

[31 Model A]

Originally Posted by Synchro909

There are lots of replicas like that around. They are very easy to make with your own extras.

Yes, I almost bought one about six years ago.........Teardrops really took off after WWII with all the leftover aircraft material, fuselages/wings, etc

The wheels and tires would have to be changed......

[Y-Blockhead]

Ed, I know this isn't a teardrop or Model A related but I thought I would share this "camper" built for a 1954 Ford. Notice the top comes off and is used for a boat.
I'll remove it if it gives anyone too much heartburn...

[Synchro909]

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No heartburn here. I've seen several trailers made from the rear end of various utes etc, usually the same as the towing vehicle. Always bring a smile to my face, no matter what that idiot behind me has done!!

[Y-Blockhead]

Originally Posted by Synchro909

I've seen several trailers made from the rear end of various utes etc, usually the same as the towing vehicle.

Synchro, these trailers were actually made by a company, Kompac Kampers in the early 50's. Made out of fiberglass. Don't know how they got away with using Ford tail lights and styling.

[CarlG]

My grandfather had one of those tear drop trailers. My cousin & I use to sleep in it when we visited. We were probably 9 or 10 years old at the time. (early '50s)

[Synchro909]

Originally Posted by Y-Blockhead

Synchro, these trailers were actually made by a company, Kompac Kampers in the early 50's. Made out of fiberglass. Don't know how they got away with using Ford tail lights and styling.

Around here, we often see the back of utes up for sale after they are removed to fit some other back to the vehicle. They are put on a trailer frame and w=away they go!

[ronn]

google Mullens- they go for good $ and didnt make many around mid 30's

a crapped out one just sold at the spring auction in New Jersey-went for 4000. and needed everything. it did have the rare hubcaps though.............

[Aerocraft]

Look at the "Tin Can Tourist" web site. Lots of info including a classified section. Link : https://tincantourists.com/blog/

Here is my thirties era restored camper. A bit bigger and much more comfortable than a Teardrop. 1100 pounds empty and an easy tow for my '30 Coupe.

Gar Williams

[C26Pinelake]

They are not uncommon. But very overpriced, the reproductions make more cents !! Wayne

[31 Model A]

Originally Posted by Aerocraft

Look at the "Tin Can Tourist" web site. Lots of info including a classified section. Link : https://tincantourists.com/blog/

Here is my thirties era restored camper. A bit bigger and much more comfortable than a Teardrop. 1100 pounds empty and an easy tow for my '30 Coupe.

Gar Williams

Gar, your Coupe has no problem pulling that? Is your tow bar commercial or private made?

Nice set up. When I was interested in Teardrops a few years back, I came across that site you posted.

How far have you toured with the camper?

Ed

[BILL WILLIAMSON]

I saw a pic of a full bodied '32 Tudor trailer. FULL bed & storage was under the HOOD. It was towed by an IDENTICAL car.
Bill Envious

[Aerocraft]

Originally Posted by 31 Model A

Gar, your Coupe has no problem pulling that? Is your tow bar commercial or private made?

Nice set up. When I was interested in Teardrops a few years back, I came across that site you posted.

How far have you toured with the camper?

Ed

Ed, I made the towbar from square steel tubing and TIG welded it together to fit the dimensions of the Coupe.

Have towed the Bowlus with the Coupe only to Chicago area events. For long trips I use my Ford Ranger. The Coupe does very well and easily tows the 1100 pound camper at 45. The camper has very low aerodynamic drag.

It is a bit of a "hazard" on the road due to gawkers not paying close attention to their driving. As if everyone was texting pictures of my rig while driving.

Gar Williams

[larrys40]

Gar,
I remember you showing Terry and I the Bowlus up in 2012 at Oshkosh. It is very cool indeed. You're a lucky guy! I know Ed and he is probably dreweling! ... as are many of us.
All the best!
Larry Shepard

[C26Pinelake]

Unusual, yes, expensive, yes, Ugly, very! Wayne

[31 Model A]

Originally Posted by Aerocraft

Ed, I made the towbar from square steel tubing and TIG welded it together to fit the dimensions of the Coupe.

Have towed the Bowlus with the Coupe only to Chicago area events. For long trips I use my Ford Ranger. The Coupe does very well and easily tows the 1100 pound camper at 45. The camper has very low aerodynamic drag.

It is a bit of a "hazard" on the road due to gawkers not paying close attention to their driving. As if everyone was texting pictures of my rig while driving.

Gar Williams

Thanks Gar...I'm one envious guy!!!! I hope to see it someday.

Ed