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Subject Topic: Mildew on canvas Post Reply Post New Topic
26/3/2009 at 5:52pm
 Location: east yorkshire
 Outfit: Kampa Kielder air 5
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Is there any lasting damage that this can cause.

I have seen a folding camper at a very reasonable price but it has a small area of mildew, which only shows on the inside  and obviously when the inner linings are up it is not visible.

It was treated when discovered, but i need some advice as to whether it will cause me future problems.



26/3/2009 at 6:59pm
 Location: Herefordshire
 Outfit: pennine pathfinder 2003
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Our friends had a sterling with a massive amount of mildew on the inner side of the main roof. They scrubbed it and treated it with milton, although the brown stain remained it caused no trouble and was "out of sight out of mind" you would need to reproof the area as well. Personally if the price is right I would go for it.

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26/3/2009 at 7:21pm
 Location: east yorkshire
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Thanks for advice.

Do you think this one would be ok.

Price £750

ebay item 140310307783

 



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26/3/2009 at 7:36pm
 Location: Nottinghamshire
 Outfit: Conway Cruiser & Yaris T Sport
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It looks very nice and if that is the only negative I would definitely go for it. Have you already negotiated a 'buy now' price ?
Good luck
Cyndie

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26/3/2009 at 7:41pm
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I have been in touch and thats the price they would accept, although i think i might knock him down a little more.

Just a bit nervous about getting a f/c

Had a TT (wife hated it) and a tourer (not all they are made out to be) costs were too high to keep, storage, insurance, damp repairs etc.

FC is the compromise as i can keep at home undercover.

At the price i'm prepared to take a chance.

 



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26/3/2009 at 7:56pm
 Location: Southampton
 Outfit: Elddis Magnum 505 Conway Countryman
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It certainly looks very good inside. As they have treated the mildew it shouldn't be a problem.  Would you take a chance & just see the auction through?  Alternativlely, perhaps ask to view and then do a deal on the day.

 

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26/3/2009 at 8:01pm
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I could take a chance and wait to see what it goes for, but to do this i wouldnt really want to be travelling to view and then to pick up at a later date, so would have to buy blind.

Other way is to view and like you said, try to sort a deal out there and then.

I have been trying to compare with the same models elsewhere and prices range from £400 unsold to £1000 sold so it seems to be very hit and miss.



26/3/2009 at 8:10pm
 Location: Nottinghamshire
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I agree with araggedtiger, arrange to view and negotiate a price there and then if you like it. We bought a Cruiser last September and are really looking forward to using it for the first time at Easter. The benefits of a folding camper are, comfortable seating, fixed beds, and built in kitchen.
You can't really go wrong at that price if it is as good as it sounds. They sell for a lot more once the season is in full swing and you would always get your money back if you decide it's not for you.

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26/3/2009 at 9:46pm
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Hmmmmm

im a bit weary now as ive had further contact with seller and the pullman doesnt have a fridge fitted as it has been replaced by a cupboard and also it doesnt have any electric sockets, but a rcd 4 plug extension.

just wondering as i thought they all had electrics.



26/3/2009 at 9:56pm
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Mmmm, just goes to show - you need to view it before making a decision.  I wouldn't want it without the fridge or the electrics which I think should come as standard equipment in a Folding Camper? 

 

Homebird



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26/3/2009 at 10:08pm
 Location: Herefordshire
 Outfit: pennine pathfinder 2003
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It looks tidy inside, the awning and bedroom annex are included from the look of it. I think with the older ones quite a few people use the tent ehu. The price seems reasonable to me but I would never buy without viewing. If its too far to travel I would wait for one nearer home.

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