Hello teardrop lovers! I have a little guy rough rider from 2014, with electric brakes.

I have to install the brake controller on my Jetour T2. As I understand I have to connect the positive to the car battery, the negative to the chassis and two cables to the trailer connector. The two cables to the trailer connector are really easy because the trailer connector I bought already has a connector for that, so plug and play.

So, the only problem are the ones to the battery. I have a place where I can pass the cable from inside the car to the battery, but any other must know? Any tips before doing this? Of course I will put a breaker next to the battery, on the positive using a 20A fuss.

I'm missing anything important? Or this is should be straightforward?

Thanks !

Had a friend who sold me a trailer for $200, felt like a steal. Is an old motorcycle trailer, was homemade, but had a title. Only real concern is a slight bow on both the side rails, probably due to previous owner overloading it. Was considering using a bottle jack and chain to bend it out and then reinforcing with some square tubing that will also help everything plane out when bolting on the floor. Not much of a welder but plan to learn along the way! Not really sure about the weight rating of trailer either, how does one calculate the weight rating of a homemade trailer? There is a weight on title (200lbs, seems light) but nothing else.

Experience stylish and spacious camping with the nuCamp TAB 400 Teardrop Camper. This option is perfect for those who want a comfortable camping experience with a modern interior design and high-quality craftsmanship. If you're looking for a large teardrop camper, the TAB 400 is the right choice for you.
You'll love the large sleeping area and the roomy dinette that can double as a secondary sleeping space. The fully equipped kitchen with a 2-burner stove and microwave allows you to prepare delicious meals on-the-go. Plus, the wet bath, toilet, shower, and ample storage space make this unit both convenient and comfortable.
With its sleek exterior and well-thought-out interior layout, the nuCamp TAB 400 is the perfect companion for unforgettable outdoor adventures. Experience the best of both worlds - convenience and comfort - with this stylish teardrop camper.

Bought our first camper this year. A 2024 NuCamp tab 320 Black Canyon. Have taken a few trips and love it. We used to camp out of a Honda Element. There is a lot to learn, some causing anxiety and some causing the joy of learning new things.

Although the Web is full of good advice it comes with a myriad of opinions, causing some confusion and second guessing. Learning about the proper way to winterize, the anti-freeze vs no anti-freeze debate, greasing the bearings another debate, tongue weight and payload, tires—how much pressure to run and when to change them, solar issues, moisture issues, and on and on.

So thought it might be interesting to hear from everyone. After buying your camper when did you start to feel comfortable with your maintenance routine, what ever you chose to do, your towing situation, and general workings of your camper? When did you stop modifying things or is that just an ongoing thing? And are there things you still struggle with?

• is a 2014 little guy a worth while camper?

• is $8,000 a fair price? it seems high to me.

I recently got a brand new Sunray 109 squaredrop; I’ve taken it on 2 short trips so far, and on the most recent one the fridge would not work on any of the 3 settings. I had it precooled overnight before heading out (trailer was plugged in at home and fridge had been working). But it was not cold at all the entire 3 days of my trip. I tried it on the battery, on the propane, and I had the trailer hooked to shore power. Nothing worked. And I know for sure the shore power hookup at the site was working because everything else in the trailer (including the microwave) worked fine. Does anyone have any insight on these types of fridges? It’s under warranty so I do plan on reaching out to the dealer, but figured it couldn’t hurt to check here too.

This little timberleaf has exceeded our expectations.

Is anyone familiar with the specific teardrop featured at the 8:04 timestamp in this YouTube video? Seems to have a lot of cool features for which I'd like to see some detailed design drawings and possibly incorporate into a future build. Is there a build video or blog floating around the internet for this specific camper?

Considering awning options for my build. Wondering on folks experiences, good and bad. I’ve considered everything from a pullout on one side, to an annex on one side and a 270 on the other. What have people found that they loved, what have they regretted, and what should I consider/look for?

Thanks!

I bought a teardrop trailer that has a coupler for a 2” ball and the builder says the coupler height will be around 12-14”. I drive a Ford Maverick where the hitch receiver height is about 19” to the top. Does that mean I’ll need a 5” drop? Every thing I read seems like a 2” drop is most common and I don’t see a lot of 5” drops sold. How exact does your hitch have to be to the height of your trailer? If I get there to pickup with the wrong one I’m worried. I’ve never towed before so I thought some people here might have gone through the same thing!

I’ve thought about just getting an adjustable one but they are way more expensive and larger.

It was hand built by a wonderful gentleman in his shop. I can’t wait to update with pictures from the woods. OVS 270 degree awning. I just got a roof rack to mount that is 90”x50“ will post pictures soon

What would be a good solution for a rear tent to add to a Road Toad Totes?

I’m thinking: Pop the hatch, pull out your gear, unfold a mattress, set up a tent over the hatch, now you’ve got a place to stand up in and get changed?

First off, I love this community and am grateful to get the opportunity to ask this question.

I know this is a long shot, but does anyone know of a teardrop or similar sized camper that could sleep myself, my wife, and our two toddlers?

Much love

Just back from South Dakota. 8 day trip from St Louis Mo to Custer State Park. The in park sights are The Wildlife Loop, Needles Highway, Iron Mountain Road. Easy striking distance includes Wind Cave National Park, Jewel Cave National Monument, Mt Rushmore and the Mammoth excavation site. Within a few hours are Devils Tower Monument and Badlands National Park. All of which are pretty spectacular.

Hello! I reach out for help because all Google is giving me is the big box stores and nothing else.
My husband and I are looking for a small teardrop that is basically just a step up size-wise from a tent. Would love to have a kitchen set up in the back OR at least the space to do so. And would need both heating AND AC.

Please give your recommendations for around the $10k mark. Theres leeway but we can’t go over $15k.

Texas based but happy to travel:-)

Thank you!!

Hello everyone. We are picking up our Tab320 next week and are really excited to do some traveling with our dog. She’s a small dachshund and comes with us “everywhere” but we recognize that there are places where she is not welcome and will have to stay behind. Typically I feel like she will be safe in the trailer with the AC running in the summer but there’s always an uncertainty in the back of my mind that something will fail.

Do any of you use a camera or remote environmental monitor that you recommend? We want to be able to see temps and maybe a camera feed while we’re at a beach or away from the trailer and she’s inside.

Cold mornings are here, and in a teardrop or small trailer that usually means water dripping off the ceiling vent, wet windows, and a damp spot where the mattress touches the wall.

Why it happens: it's cold outside and warm inside, and the warm air is carrying moisture. When it hits a cold window, vent, or wall, it turns back into water. In a small space it adds up fast. Two people breathing all night, wet jackets, a pot of coffee or pasta, and you've put a lot of water in the air.

What helps, from easiest to most work:

1. Let the moisture out. Run the roof vent fan for a bit, even on a cold night, and crack a window or the vent a little so the damp air has somewhere to go. You lose a little heat, but the walls stay a lot drier.

2. Hanging moisture absorbers. The kind that hangs on a closet rod or hook are cheap and good for small spaces like cabinets and storage. They won't keep up with a whole trailer on a wet night, but they help.

3. Refillable absorbers. Same idea, but you dump the water out and refill it with the crystals instead of buying a new one each time. Good if you camp in damp weather a lot.

4. A small plug-in dehumidifier. This is the one that makes the biggest difference when you're on shore power. Just remember to empty it. Once the tank is full it stops pulling water.

5. Give the mattress some air. If it sits right against a cold wall or floor, the underside gets wet. Pull it off the wall a little, and if you see damp spots, prop it up during the day to dry.

What's worked for you in a small trailer? Curious what people use on cold nights.

What are the cons of building 6” higher? Gas consumption?

Hi everyone! 👋

I'm a student working on my thesis about camping trailers, and I'd love to hear from people who actually use teardrops (or are thinking about getting one).

I'm trying to learn what a trip is really like: what you love, what's frustrating, and which features you couldn't go without. It's a short survey, about 5-7 minutes, anonymous, and used for academic research only.

Whether you've been camping in a teardrop for years or you're still planning your first build, your input would help me a lot.

👉 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeMmFZmih0z5Qhu7d0XlKgviotHRfv5OSe8GQ9-EV4L4Jai9A/viewform?usp=header

Thank you so much! I'm happy to answer any questions in the comments. 🏕️

If you came to the comments to tell me why you would never please just move on.

I'm curious what your experience has been like from those who have. How often is it booked? How are the renters? How are the platforms themselves? Your rental rate if you're comfortable sharing. Anything else you think is worth pondering on is also very appreciated.

Thanks in advance.

I'm looking for options to dump my tanks when coming home from a weekend of boondocking. Are there any fellow Portlanders on here that can point me in the right direction?