Hello and thanks in advance! Just joined, and looking to purchase a 1973 Terry. The only info I have is 14' dual axial, and photos...How can I find specs? I have searched the ineternet to no avail. I need to know TT gross & tongue weight to decide on this purchase. I have a max towing capacity of 3500 on my vehicle. I've never owned a camper before, I'm an avid tent camper for many years. Time to upgrade my style!

Is the 3500 lbs. the maximum trailer weight listed in your owner's manual? You may find that the maximum cargo weight is exceeded before you reach 3500 lbs. Post up what vehicle you plan to tow with.

"The only info I have is 14' dual axial, and photos..."44 year old TTs without exceptional care...unless you are looking for a project....for a new RVer may not make you happy. Couple that with the good possibility you'll be over loaded, I'd pass on this one. Look lighter.

In the old NADA guides the only terry close to your size was a 19' long unit (total length I assume) and it was just under 3000 lbs, it did not say loaded or empty, but I would assume empty. If you want something more specific, all you can do is 1 Weigh the unit to determine weights2. Search for any stickers or stamps which may give hints to weights including alxes for their capacities. What is your tow vehicle?I wandered around a little looking at the weight you are looking at and will suggest that you look for an "egg" trailer. Scamp or a similar brand. They usually weigh 2000 or so empty, and are light enough for most vehicles to tow. And they are pretty high quality so if your willing to look at an older unit, one with no obvious water damage may be a safer bet than the old terry model.

remember what they say about diving head first,into one foot deep water.bumpy

Looking to purchase 1973 Terry...Newbie questions

21 Replies

Countrygirl63
Explorer
Jun 19, 2017
Thank you all...yep - that was the trailer. Messaged me saying it was sold right in the middle of our conversations. I appreciate all the advice. I'm on fixed income, so large purchases are hard to come by. Plan on upgrading vehicle with an increased tow capacity this year. Guess it's the tent for awhile!

I looked into pop ups and declined. I've heard nothing but "leak, leak, leak" on those things. Love the teardrop, but looking for an indoor kitchen
Thanks you guys...this site is awesome!
Tvov
Explorer II
Jun 19, 2017
That camper has no interior. Looks like a major renovation project to me. At most, if I really wanted to do it, I'd take the camper off the owners hands for no charge.
Bumpyroad
Explorer
Jun 19, 2017
He probably is getting rich on the $150 non-refundable deposits people make, then forfeit when they see it. :)
bumpy
drsteve
Explorer
Jun 19, 2017
joelm wrote:
Bumpyroad wrote:
jwoods61us wrote:
Is this the trailer?

will ship to the United states. currently located in IL???? an obvious scam, send a bank check to their agent, etc. etc.
bumpy

If it is a scam, they put in a lot of work to scan someone out of $750. They have over 2600 positive reviews with no negatives. That's a lot of prep to screw someone.

Check out his other items for sale... he's not a scammer. Has a long eBay history.
Lwiddis
Explorer II
Jun 19, 2017
So Illinois AND New Mexico aren't in the United States? I'm learning everyday...shoulda learnt this in school.
joelm
Explorer
Jun 18, 2017
Bumpyroad wrote:
jwoods61us wrote:
Is this the trailer?

will ship to the United states. currently located in IL???? an obvious scam, send a bank check to their agent, etc. etc.
bumpy

If it is a scam, they put in a lot of work to scan someone out of $750. They have over 2600 positive reviews with no negatives. That's a lot of prep to screw someone.
jwoods61us
Explorer
Jun 18, 2017
OP?
jwoods61us wrote:
Is this the trailer?
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Does anyone think we will ever hear back from the OP?
Bumpyroad
Explorer
Jun 18, 2017
jwoods61us wrote:
Is this the trailer?

will ship to the United states. currently located in IL???? an obvious scam, send a bank check to their agent, etc. etc.
bumpy
drsteve
Explorer
Jun 18, 2017
3500 lb towing limit? Forget the antique Terry, and buy a popup. You will be much happier, and your vehicle will be able to tow it.
gmw_photos
Explorer
Jun 18, 2017
jwoods61us wrote:
Is this the trailer?

I love in his description about the tires:

"I would also recommend bringing an air compressor as they could use a little air in them."

:) :p