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buying a popup needing canvas

hertfordnc
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So after a long and winding journey we've come back to the realization that a popup is probably the bext option for our family.

So looking around craigslist I find a 10-15 year-old Coleman in need of new Canvas is worth less than $500.

Meanwhile, a replacement canvas for, say, 2003 Coleman Utah is $1200

Is it misguided to think i could get myself into a decent popup under $2000 if I replace the canvas myself?

How big a project is it? We had an 85 Rockwood a long time ago and I don't recall the canvas attachment being very sophisticated.

THanks
Dave & Ellen Silva

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jerem0621
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just be careful about the structure...make sure the roof is in good shape...the floor as well.

Thanks!

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VTR
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Had a 1996 Coleman Popup, The canvas was tuff stuff, thick and lasted till we sold it. I have not seen canvas like that on the new ones. It was the Coleman Royale

Ryanincc
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I've never heard a single complaint from many customers of Bear Creek Canvas. Call them and ask about it. There might be other options available. I've even heard of people buying sections over time with them.
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Big_Katuna
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We helped our son replace his a few years ago. His in laws gave them a pop up.

It was not hard, lots of screwing. Turned out well. I think it was canvas replacements.com and I think it was around $1000.

I'll check with him and update if not correct.

It was made very well, precise fit, great quality.

One point is why is the old one bad? Theirs was mildewed up from a roof leak and stunk. Had to replace warped countertops but the floors were good.
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pigman1
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My 1969 Starcraft needed new canvas about 6 years ago when my kids started to use it again. Got it from Starcraft and the change out was simple, but I sure wouldn't try to sew it up myself from scratch. Maybe a VERY good canvas fabricator (awning maker) could do it, but I'd think hard about it.
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Sprink-Fitter
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Do any of them even use canvas anymore?
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BudRock
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I had a 1984 coleman camper that I removed the canvas every year before storing for winter. It was an easy task. At most it was done in a half hour.

RoyB
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The marine boats canvas shops are the places to go around here for canvas repairs etc...

My 2008 Starcraft RT14 model is still doing great...

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downtheroad
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Never had to replace the canvas when we had a pop up, but here is a short video showing the process...doesn't look all that hard.

How to replace a pop-up camper canvas...LINK

Good luck with it.
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donn0128
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DD has bought two tent trailers on Craigslist for less than three thousand each. Other than some cleanup and a little maintenance, neither has needed any canvas. And they have resold both for a profit. Keep searching for a good used one