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I Bought a POP-UP Camper! 2007 Fleetwood Highlander Niagara
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- Опубликовано: 6 июл 2020
- No, it is not a Robot. It is not technology. It is actually a break from all of that so I can spend some quality time with my family in the woods, away from the fast paced everyday life. Life it too short to not spend it in a way that allows you to see the beauty in this world.
Come, explore with me!
Drop a comment below if you would like to see more videos on my camper and travel adventures.
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Hey Jamie, We own the exact same 2007 Niagara, but just an FYI , Fleetwood did make a LARGER popup in 2007, a Highlander Avalon, 2 feet longer with double axle. Kinda wish I had one, but we do love our Niagara. Enjoy the family time.
VERY NICE! SMART TO BUY USED, YOU CAN ENJOY YOUR PURCHASE FOR A FRACTION OF THE NEW PRICE. I USED TO RENT ONE ($100 FOR THE WEEK) FROM A GOOD FRIENDS MOM ONCE A YEAR TO CAMP AT YOSEMITE NATIOAL PARK. LATER ON THE WIFE BOUGHT ONE FROM A FRIEND AT WORK AND I DID A COMPLETE GUT JOB REMODEL ON IT. SHE REALLY LOVED THAT LITTLE POP UP CAMPER (SUPER EASY TOW WITH HER 4 CYL. 98' VOYAGER MINI VAN). THERE IS DEFINITELY A NICHE FOR THESE POP-UPS. CHEERS!
My first camper was 2006 Niagara, i loved it. Congratulations!
Thanks! What do you have now?
Wildwood XLite travel trailer.
Congratulations, Jamie!!
They probably didnt use the reflectix on the curb side because the awning provides shade for those windows and it's nice to have those ones open without the reflectix to deal with.
Good points! I think you are right.
We recently purchased a 2010 Coleman Evolution E4 pop-up. Many of the features in this are in ours. We have the advantage of hauling toys on the front. It has a front deck big enough to put motorcycles on. Hard to find but We love it.
UV light coming in some of the windows is a really good idea, or else get a UV disenfectant light and run it after use (you can add LED light strips to boost the lighting). I love the camper and think you got a really good deal. May I suggest waterproofing it to the max, especially the canvas? Inspect frequently for leaks and mold. Make sure you have magnetic weights on the bottom of your shower curtain (love the bathroom), consider venting bathroom with a small fan and use Happy Camper or equivalent. You can load up with water on location or nearby where ever you are camping to lighten the load. Store inside your garage or elsewhere when not in use because it will preserve the camper. When using propane run a vented fan whenever possible to cut down on mold. These can be purchased and installed if need be. Consider installing a modern updated DC air conditioner, and batteries with solar panels - you won't regret it. You got a great deal there so use it frequently and enjoy!
Wow some great advice here! I am in the process of doing a good bit of this already. Thanks so much. I will be putting out more videos soon on my modifications!
@@jamie.andrews If you remove the upper curtain in the stall, you should see another port next to the toilet vent. you can use that for venting with a 12v computer fan and just get a vent cover for the outside like the toilet vent. You really don't want to make holes in the roof and risk more leaks. But the reason Fleetwood didn't install a vent was to prevent roof leaks and popup campers are well ventilated. breath through canvas and has plenty of windows. It's in their manuals
I like the set up in the kitchen , I own a 2009 not much different
I have the same year and model bought two years ago , Just for your information the power lift switch behind the rear bumper , had a cord that pluged in to opporate the lift. The problem was the plug end was very cheep and wold twist and break : it happened to mine: so it looks like some repaired it with the toggle switch on yours .PS check your weter fittings under your unit Ive replace a couple clamps on mine . you have a nice camper!
Brad Thanks! I have not yet had any issues with water fittings. The lift has also worked flawlessly. I recently put a new larger axle on it and flipped it. Check out that video if you have not already.
I have a 2006 Niagara. I also had a 2007 Arcadia that I recently sold to friends. I thought about swapping the tops so I'd have the fiberglass tops but it was just too much work.
There is one camper that's bigger and it's the Fleetwood Avalon. It's 2 feet longer and has a dual axle. I never could find one for sale.
That are fairly rare. I have never soon one in person. All of them should have had 2 axles or 1 5k axle.
I’ve got one. Just had to totally redo the roof and ceiling. Has 2 axles and a front to haul motorcycles or 4wheelers. Bought it for my daughter and son in law but they didn’t want to do the work to bring it back in shape. We’ll probably use it a couple times then sell it.
Very nice pop up camper lots of great features and a great layout and size
Thanks! Have you seen my new popup? I have a video on my channel about it.
Very nice pop up. Here in California they are trying to sell some like yours for $8,000.00 to $9,000.00
Not surprised! It is a seller's market. Stay tuned for a video coming soon with ALL types of modifications!
I just woke up from a 3 month coma, apparently I was playing this drinking game where I had to take a shot every time he said wourder.
Lol what?
The best campsite shower is outside wearing boxers or board shorts. Most campers now have outside faucets
Be very careful with that electric lift motor. Fleetwood actually recalled them. If you do use it, there's a warning to not use them when attached to shore power. Only use it when running on battery. Cables can easily snap and you can damage the whiffletree. I removed mine and converted it to hand crank.
Thanks for letting me know. I actually it here a week ago.
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For the roof I use frp panel inside and out
Beautiful pop up.
Was looking for POP-UP Camper video's. I'm 1 min into the video and thought I'd share an idea. You should record voice-overs with a voice like that. Okay, bye.
Ha Ha thsnks!
@@jamie.andrews I thought the same. great voice.
Great video! Did you notice any exterior OSB wood damage on the floor?
Nope.
I see you are in GA. If you ever sell it I would love to look at it. I’m in GA too. I have 4 boys and we are looking for one just like this. Mom needs the bathroom 😂
Hi, Amy - we live in Atlanta and I have a beautiful renovation of this same camper. I'm not quite ready to sell, but I'm happy to connect with you so I can let you know if we decide to sell in the future. :-) Let me know if you want me to send photos.
im sitting in Lubbock Texas looking at one with a for sale sign on it. It says 5,500
Just bought a 2006 Niagara, we haven't even brought it home yet. So excited to have this beauty. Only negative is ours doesn't have an A/C but we camp in the mountains and it's usually plenty cool. Thanks for the great video!
I just acquired the exact same camper . The only problem with the one we got is that the left front lift cable is broken .
Well that sucks! I hope ours does not break!
you can get them at colemanpopupparts dot com and ebay. I cross my fingers every time I open mine.
I was looking to buy a 2009 model for $1500 but it has no title
I also bought a 2007 Niagara model 2 years ago and I like the space it has. The roof is not fiberglass. It looks like it but it's not. I thought the same, It's a one piece aluminum. Very thin. If you need parts and accessories and manuals and instructional videos, I get them from colemanpopupparts dot com and ebay and amazon. I see the heater exhaust is missing a screen vent on yours. Make sure your AC unit is screwed tight for no leaks and also silicon the roof edges. You may want to silicone it too. I had a water leak in mine and the curtains and tenting and bed got stained. I was able to get mine cleaned with oxi-clean. I also used white roof coating on the roof too. Remember It's aluminum and it is thin and any pinhole from a rock or tree branch will make a tiny hole not seen. Once I coated the roof. No More Leaks, Yeah! Enjoy it. Now seeing the bubble wrap on the bed area, That is a great idea. If you wash the canvas from the outside, be sure to reseal it with 303 Marine fabric seal. UV protection and make canvas waterproof again. I also changed all my outside lights to LED and also replaced the stop turn lights to have reverse lights as well so people will know I am reversing. Also us a pressure regulator for city water hook up
Thanks for the tips and advice! I am glad you like yours. They are good campers!
@@jamie.andrews PS. Also be sure to use RV antifreeze (at walmart rv section) for the waterlines while not in use. When I bought mine. Previous owners only used is 5 times since they bought it new. They used the Antifreeze but never did maintenace like they should have done. Seal on AC was loose and water got in.
@@arta2870 I live in Florida so we only have 1 or 2 hard freezes a yet. We could year round. What I do is use compressed air to blow out the lines.
A whole lot of incorrect information above.
The 2007 Fleetwood Highlanders all came with once piece fiberglass tops. The 2006 had the 2 piece aluminum top with the seam down the middle. If yours had no seam down the middle, it's fiberglass. If it has a seam, it's aluminum. If you have a 2007 and it has aluminum, someone replaced the top with one from a 2006 for some reason.
Additionally, you don't use silicone on an RV, ever. The best permanent sealant is 3M Marine Adhesive Sealant 5200. You could also use a flexible UV resistant sealant such as ProFlexRV.
There is also no vent screen missing on the furnace exhaust. That's exactly how it comes from the factory.
Be very careful with LED lighting. Most LED modules are cheaply made junk and when overpowered get very hot and can start fires. Stick with the proper incandescent bulbs and you'll have nothing to worry about. They actually use less energy than the LED bulbs.
@@KRTube75 I beg to differ on your response to my information. I still have the certification, owners manual, part manual, service manual that came with my popup and my 07 Highlander Niagara came with a one piece aluminum roof. When I removed my A/C unit due to rain water coming in. I did noticed that it was aluminum and very thin at that. And I know because I sliced my fingers on it. A good size tree branch can still puncture it. As for sealant. I did use RV grade silicone I purchased from an RV parts location here locally. And as for the screen on the exhaust heater, sure it has a screen on the exhaust but mine came extra screent from factory. It's an extra protection from bugs to get in. You can also purchase it a ColemanPopUpParts dot com. It's attached with Spring hooks.
I just bought a coleman west lake. I would’ve rather gotten the Niagara but campers sell so fast around here.
I hope you enjoy it! We had to travel 6 hours one way to get ours.
I like your camper! Please use it and get some fun time in it before you sell.
Hi Jamie, I just bought this same model. Got a question: Those outside yellow lights/markers while driving are not on. Is that something to do with my truck hook up? Or with the trailer itself? The brake lights, left and right RED lights work perfect with my truck; but I’m wondering about those yellow lights. Are they lights? Or just reflectors? Thanks!
They are lights and should come on with tail lights only.
Jamie Andrews hi, would you post a small video clip turning in them on? And showing your number light hook up too? Thanks a lot beforehand!!
@@EnriquePerez-kr2ub Sure, but what do you mean by number light?
I own a 2009 and yes they turn on also buy a brake controller to install in your truck cause they come with electric brakes
The yellow lights turn on with the running lights. If your other running lights are working but the yellow ones aren't working, either the bulbs are blown or there's an issue with the wiring. The running light wire is usually going to be green. Under the seat near the power center you'll see a green and white wire running through a hole in the front of the trailer. There's a quick connector also. I've seen several times where the pins weren't pushed in all the way into the plastic connector. I just cut off the connectors and either crimp them together or solder them together. Problem solved.
Hi, I’d like to know more about that reflective panel on top of the pull out bed part. And, I’m not quite understanding the aluminum like panels around the windows where the bed is. Is it so it keeps it cool/warm inside? I’m new to camping. I’m buying one like this, but it is the Avalon one.
The reflective panels on the top of the bunk ends are called popup gizmos. A Google search will land you on their page. The stuff in the windows is reflectix which you can order by the roll and cut. It is to help insulate the camper in the summer and winter.
How much does it weigh?
Dry weight is 3050.
@@jamie.andrews so before you added any gear? Sorry I'm just getting into pop up campers
Yes an that is not including the AC, propane tanks, batteries and any water you may have in the tanks.
Good Presentation - useful info -
I have no idea so I was wondering if you could tell me a ball park figure for a 14 yr old pop up
It depends greatly on the location and time of the year. Winter is a great time to buy. I would estimate 5-7k
@@jamie.andrews
Thank you
Let me know if you want to sell it to get you a bigger one.
If you still have this camper and want to sell it, will you please let me know? I really want a Niagara! I'm from Georgia
Sorry sold it last year.
Very nice! I just bought a 2006. Does the couch fold out to a bed?
No but the table does. Congrats!
@@jamie.andrews I am thinking of making something to do that
U got bags on the GX rear?
No. Dobinson suspension. 3 inch lift.
How long is it from tongue to rear?
Around 20ft.
Is this still available
Yes
Nice video, but that gimbal is super jerky.. definitely not smooth enough.
I was learning with it.
If you ever decide to sell please let me know. Thanks Beverly
Sadly it is sold.
Good idea, BUT it is never possible to supply it with sufficient ammont of HEATING, ELECTRICITY and WATER!
Without this three resources your home is not home! It is a toy - too expencive to play with it...
Interesting perspective. I enjoy camping more than staying in hotels and always have full hook ups at the campground. I am not much for camping off the grid. I have and will do it if I have to though. I enjoy my showers too much!
@@jamie.andrews So, hooking up, you transform your camping into a bad hotel )))
A bad hotel to me is nasty. My camper stays clean and my bed is super comfy. It is about getting out in the wildness and camping in nature for me. To each their own though. I get it that some people do not like camping.
@@jamie.andrews In the wildness - there are no heating water and electricity for your AC... Without utilities no romantics...
First i hear about nasty hotels ))) If the hotels ALL are nasty - you shold love clean water, heating and elecricity - the comfort...
looks absolutely illogical...
Campgrounds have full hookups.
Do u want o sell?
Already sold.
Scary voice kinda freaky