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[@ItsPoppin]

Thanks for watching! Is there anything you’d like to see us do with our new camper?

[@cavewoman3rd]

Yes, can you show the awning set up?

[@ItsPoppin]

👍

[@cameranadkins2403]

@@ItsPoppin Are you thinking you'll do another led light strip under the awning?

[@ItsPoppin]

Yes, I’d like to tie it directly into the 12v system

[@tylerhermann850]

I have just purchased a 2007 Fleetwood Utah first ever pop up and upon closing it up it doesn’t come all the way down without pushing on the roof to latch it I’m thinking I’m not folding the canvas on the king bunks right. Any tips or a video would be greatly appreciated.

[@stever6986]

Having a place to sit in a pop-up...other than at a dinette or on the bunk ends...is a game changer, so I'm definitely supporting your wife's choices! Also, a hard-sided shower is a real luxury in a pop-up. Great choice on the new unit.

[@cavewoman3rd]

I purchased a 2006 Fleetwood Niagara with a 3 year old canvas last year. So far, I love it. Never thought in my 60s I would have a popup, but as long as I have my health I'm going with it

[@jonmccauley6490]

Congrats on making a smart move to Fleetwood/Coleman. 😄👍 Our 86 Coleman Tara is 37yo and has already moved on to the next generation in our family. They are definitely built to last.

[@mal13112]

I am so excited to see how this one turns out! My wife and I just picked up the same pop up last weekend and are excited to clean it out, make it our own, and go out camping! Really enjoy your channel, I’ve been binge watching the older videos; y’all have so much great info and I’m learning so much!

[@chkwgn460]

Congrats on the new Pup. Thank goodness the issues were pretty simple fixes. We recently bought a new Rockwood 1910 ESP and one of the big reasons I picked that model was the front storage and the wrap around couch. It's pretty awesome. Happy camping!!!

[@pupcamper58]

My first pop-up camper was a 2007, Fleetwood Yuma and I absolutely loved it I bought it new. Of course I didn’t have a shower or a toilet I had to use a porta potty. I did have many memories of awesome camping trips though.

[@cameranadkins2403]

It will be nice to watch your renovation videos with this one to possibly inspire my own! I got my parents' old 2002 Coleman Cheyenne last month (so far I've only put in led bulbs and got some new tires), and started watching camper videos to see what other people have done, but I keep coming back to yours! SUBSCRIBED!

[@dkillian33]

i bought a Fleetwood Niagara 2006 and your channel inspired many of our changes.

[@ItsPoppin]

Fleetwood Niagara family!

[@amandalarsen6098]

We have the same camper. Would love a roof maintenance video on this model. Thanks for all the other great maintenance videos! We love the channel.

[@joshnorris90]

We have a 05 Niagara! Basically same exact camper. We got it STUPID cheap because i had to replace the ceiling and seals around the ac from previous owner neglect! Best camper we have ever had! So much room and pulls very well!

[@janeto4673]

Good luck with this new to you camper. My first popup was a new Coleman SeaPine. Loved it but sadly had to sell. Last year got a free Coleman Cheyenne. Usable but my son replaced the subfloor, put down new floor and of course that storage box was a complete redo. He also redid all the electric. I'm so happy to have it but you do now have the one I would love. And the price was definitely a bargain. Anxious to watch about this..happy safe adventures...and no more ER visits

[@kimmyers3622]

So exciting! We just bought the same camper but a 2006. We are new to camping and owning a pop and I’ve been watching all of your videos. Can’t wait to follow along with your remodel and upgrades and I already have quite an Amazon list thanks to your recommendations.

[@garys4688]

Omg I want one so bad but the prices are astronomical! Any tips on where to find them?

[@ryanfitzgerald8769]

Great trailer, have the same one. I don’t think the hot water tank can run of electric, at least from stock. I can tell you they are very well built. Beds can hold 1200lbs each! I have travelled with a full tank of water (26gal) with no issues at all. (Most new RVs say not to travel with any water in the tank) - the 9gal black water can really only handle two people for two days (during COVID anyways, or not wanting to use the public facilities) - so consider a portable tank for dumping. Also, storing the drain pipes is a challenge, I put two 3 foot pvc 5inch tubes on either side of the spare tire, simple screw tops let you seal them up when not being used. Each one fits just above the bumper, while still leaving room for the tire. About the bumper… drill a half inch hole and put a stainless steel nut and bolt through the frame rail and the bumper where it attaches. The bumper is only on with pop rivets which can’t take any real loading. Bolted up, it’s super strong and can carry a bike carrier with ease.

[@bobbybays302]

I just purchased a 06 Niagra Saturday so much nicer than my 99 Dutchmen

[@Nephi2006]

I have this exact year and model, you are going to really enjoy it! I put the Honeywell digital thermostat in mine too.

[@toddthomas1641]

We owned a Rockwood 276 for 5 years and have many great memories. Just need to keep a close eye on the tire pressure. We blew two tires over the years. Make sure to put two to three gallons of water in the black tank before using.

[@Blando7887]

I want a pop up camper. In 1994 my grandfather bought a very old one. I remember it smelled weird inside. He parked it in his back yard by the woodline. He ran an extension cord from his workbench out to the camper. Lots of fun teenage years nostalgia

[@pldy6344]

Nice trailer. We just purchased a 2007 Fleetwood Avalon for around the same price. We are updating most interior and update all electronics. Been watching your videos which gave us a lot of info about pop ups before purchasing it.

[@KRT045]

I could tell by the wheels. I have an ‘06 Coleman/Fleetwood Utah with the exact same wheels. So much space inside we love it!

[@cherylmalcolm3386]

I have an 02 Coleman Utah. I’d love to get the link to the tires and rims used.

[@ronholland8848]

We loved our 2002 Coleman Niagra. saddest day when I sold it in 2019. Happy Camping.

[@michelep1130]

That is so beautiful!!! Love it.

[@JMBKrihm]

This is exactly what I’m looking for. Love it!

[@michaeltodd7501]

Awesome video! We just started camping this year and are new to us 2004 Fleetwood Mesa grand tour. We love it so far and we were able to get it from the original owners and they included all of the owners manuals and service records

[@ItsPoppin]

Sounds like a great find!

[@jaredkimzey5181]

We have the exact same camper. How about that hard wall bathroom and oven

[@kwarcinski87]

My wife and I also just bought a 98 Coleman casa grande two weeks ago. I have been cleaning and doing small repairs here and there and our family's first trip is this weekend. Your videos are very helpful and we plan to remodel it next spring.

[@ItsPoppin]

Yay, exciting!

[@kwarcinski87]

@@ItsPoppinso after watching your video this afternoon, almost the exact camper came up for sale in my area on marketplace.

[@wookievr641]

Nice find. We have been looking for pop up for couple years that fit our budget. Found one local and not sure if it was a mistake just yet but have spent last month doing odds and ends repairs to it. Saved a lot on it compared to others. Past owner made so so poor roof repairs that I will be undoing. Real amateur hour just so they can get buy. Older camplite. Have to either fix crack in water heater or replace it do to poor winterizing.

[@rotart12arx3]

We bought last October a Rockwood Premier 2716G model year 2014 for $5500 with a U shape slide out dinette, AC, shower and Cassette Toilet, shower. We like that the sofa sits across the dinette. We pull the table out so people can sit on the back wall and face towards the couch. Cash is the best way to get a deal, they were asking $9500. Just had to replace the cassette toilet water pump and did re-caulk the roof to play it safe.

[@coralmcmahan8607]

Yes!! Your videos have been helpful with our new to us 2010 Coleman Niagara, but we just said a couple of weeks ago, wish you had the same one as us!!! This is awesome! :)😊

[@ItsPoppin]

Ha, here we go!

[@coralmcmahan8607]

​ We have had some adventures lol. We may be able to help you 😆 Looking forward to learning more from you!

[@JaredSparks]

Awesome! Just found you guys. I just picked up a 07 arcadia in great condition for 4k. We had just sold our 92 Jayco that we remodeled for 3650. Pretty pumped to get out and camping. Looking forward to your channel!

[@ItsPoppin]

Welcome!

[@fireflash1692]

can not wait to see the remodeling project.

[@todddunn5912]

Love this channel. just bought 2007 fleetwood bayside cp.learned alot, TY. what LED bulbs and really need camper cover like you guys have.

[@DominicM96]

looks awesome! We just picked up a 2011 Coachman clipper 107s! Excited to start fixing it up, and making it our own.

[@ItsPoppin]

Congrats!

[@melissacomer8404]

Interesting. We purchased a 2010 Coleman Evolution E4. Same features in different positions. Our difference is we have a deck for ATVs. Would like to see how you handle different things. Hot water heater start up and winter close up. Propane heater functions. Manuals you find online give you more safety alerts than anything else.

[@josesandoval6087]

Nice we just bought one exactly the same hopefully I can learn more about what you done on it, for us is our first one.

[@chrisdills5072]

very nice upgrade! congrats!

[@nildarosa9653]

Congrats! You inspired me to get a new one!

[@meghannpowell1269]

This is the pop-up I just got same make model and year! Yes now I will know exactly what to do with you! I'm currently working on redoing the seals.

[@meghannpowell1269]

Can you do a video on the water, propane and battery system for this camper?

[@jasonhundley2301]

My wife and I just bought our first pop up (2010 Flagstaff) and your videos have been such a life saver!! Thank you so much keep up the great content 😃 God bless you both!!

[@ItsPoppin]

Thanks for the kind words 😄

[@garys4688]

Omg I want one so bad but the prices are astronomical! Any tips on where to find them?

[@jasonhundley2301]

@@garys4688 Maybe try Facebook marketplace. That’s where we found ours

[@StudioDaVeed]

Shower never used... In my search for campers it amazes me how many people don't use the toilet or shower - "I go to the bath house" they all say...I don't want to mess with water and sewer...

[@sharonsanders8208]

I purchased mine for about around about the same amount and I just love it I did a lot of bought a lot of new things and did things and I just love it

[@oechewie7556]

My 06 Fleetwood Niagara has the same style new faucet you used. The bunk would hit it but I just turn that nob on when I fold up the camper. I'm excited to see what you do with it and what ideas I can steal from you! :)

[@ItsPoppin]

So that’s exactly what we found out as well!

[@AdventuresinPopUps]

Nice!! Congrats on the Niagara and great deal. 😊 Very similar to our Arcadia.... Interesting that we don't have a window in the bathroom. 🙈

[@ItsPoppin]

Maybe in 2008 they rethought that idea - lol!

[@AdventuresinPopUps]

@@ItsPoppin probably the number one feedback for Fleetwood that year... 😄

[@angelvargas4486]

Nice popup is looks is an amazing shape Looking forward to next

[@WarrenKimpel]

I enjoy your videos I might have to get a popup camper

[@brittanymcdonaldbarr1106]

Fantastic!!

[@glytchy]

Do you have an issue or ever had an issue with the top of the entry door? Trying to find a better way then the little black turn knobs on my rockwood highwall. It holds to the roof but I think it can have a better way to secure it.

[@drago987]

Had one of these pop ups come up available in my area in great condition. Wish I could get it but the tow weight is a bit to much for my suburban.

[@JSalt-do3up]

Growing up we always used the trailer oven for bread lol.

[@dylannusbaum747]

What cover are you using? Or could you put a link from where you bought it? I have the same Niagara and like the cover you guys have more than my current one, thanks!

[@stevenrogers4832]

I was wrong on the guess, however I am stoked with your latest popup. Nice dealing, are you sure you were not a horse trader in another life? lol Very wise my Young Friend. Not only did you kill it with a stellar deal, but made the Wife happy to. After 45 years of marriage to love of my life, making her happy keeps her from scalping me most of the time. Knowledge is the key to all success, in every endeavor. We are giddy as teenagers to see you and your team make this one your own. Enjoy the journey. God Bless you and yours. See you on the trail.

[@ItsPoppin]

You always have the best comments, cheers!

[@stuckonthedock]

Buy from a private seller, secure your own financing if you have too. Now here's where the money is, you save the sales tax and dealer fees. You also will find it harder to overspend.

[@MegaDave1962]

wow! it looks nearly mint condition. identical to mine i purchased new in 07. overall a great experiance owning mine. some things i should share with you about mine, mine has the electric lift system in 08 setting up on a campground my lift system failed and while half way up it dropped back down, there was a recall on the lift system in 08 for this system and the lift wiffle tree it was all replaced in 08 under the recall free but now fleetwood has been out of bussness a few years there is no support for those issues as far as i know. please research the recall i have my letter from fleet wood if needed. inspect lube lift cables and system often. and by all means walk around roof latches twice before you lift roof. in 2017 my lift motor failed due to corrosion inside out i found one on line for 150.00 its a common motor used in A class slide outs and others. a tire tread blew coming out of michigan to illinois damageing the cheap weak fender well. fortunately covered my insurance the RV repair center fabracated two steel ones. and for the love of fun get under it with a chalking gun and sealer and seal all the pass thru holes, mine got invaded by two mice only damage was a curtain they chewed. one summer before sealing yellow jacket bees got in. I converted all my lighting to LED. the fridge knob missing is common lol. check AC unit seal and retorque as required when they installed my ac they cut out a perfect square hole, as a Aircraft structures tech i know this is a bad idea when it leaked water i removed the unit and all corners had cracks . i blended out the corners to a more rounded radius installed 2 plys of fiber glass and covered glass with a aviation sealer and painted. I know my niagara very well since owning it since new. my wife is making new curtains as our originals are coming apart. Yours is identical inside out to mine. thought i would share about mine. next upgrades are external repaint and a blue tooth radio. i will follow you for your restoration tips. Live well happy camper!

[@ItsPoppin]

Thank you

[@scottsandberg9543]

just bought a Rockwood HW256 and just started watching you guys. Saw you had a Wisconsin flag in your garage where are you located? What's your go to S.P

[@raysepulveda7620]

I know I'm late and surprised you're not in jail for stealing that pop-up. Well done!! Very good video for all. Keep um coming..

[@tylerhermann850]

I have just purchased a 2007 Fleetwood Utah first ever pop up and upon closing it up it doesn’t come all the way down without pushing on the roof to latch it I’m thinking I’m not folding the canvas on the king bunks right. Any tips or a video would be greatly appreciated.

[@mbpnw2252]

Is there any special wiring required when installing the thermostat?

[@corydeavers5004]

What cover is that? We’ve had bad luck with finding covers for our high wall with ac

[@brianmorris6019]

Are you going to do any renovation videos for this camper?

[@jamilaclark1027]

Hello, looking for the same camper cover. Where is the best place to purchase?

[@MegaDave1962]

Oh could you please give me the vender name or link for that beautiful cover!

[@garys4688]

I want one so bad. Any tips on where to find them besides Facebook Market and Craigslist?

[@scottr2940]

Where did you purchase the cover for your pop up?

[@nancytackett5539]

What about the sewage tank setup

[@robertodasilva9240]

Ya were did the trailer cover come from?

[@ederoliveira1383]

where to buy trailer cover

[@toomanymonas]

Awesome!! We just bought our first pop up! 2005 Starcraft. We've called her Minnie Pearl :) Been using your videos as tutorials, you do a great job explaining things, so please keep them coming 👏 Watching from Newfoundland and Labrador ❤

[@ItsPoppin]

Thanks!

[@lovemylittleladies]

So with the rv king sized beds, will you (or could you) sleep with your feet facing in, towards the inside of the camper? Is there enough room for sleeping in that direction?

[@ItsPoppin]

It depends on your height. However, for example, the king beds in our Fleetwood are 77”x70”.

[@johnh4173]

what cover is that?

[@whatwasthat3269]

NIce camper!!!

[@ItsPoppin]

Thanks!

[@josh26050]

What are you towing it with, if you don’t mind me asking.

[@ItsPoppin]

Honda Pilot

[@gigharborsue]

Will the furnace still work if you only have battery power? Or do you have to be plugged into electric for the furnace fan to blow?

[@ItsPoppin]

Only battery power is required

[@gigharborsue]

@@ItsPoppin thank you for the reply!

[@hollynauss6359]

Great popup! I'm wondering how much it weighs, being a single axle. Also, does the fridge have a freezer compartment? Does the power lift run off of the battery or electricity and how do you make sure it doesn't over- crank the roof? I certainly agree with your wife. That couch area and enclosed toilet are a welcome improvemwnt. We sleep head toward the camper &.my hubby's side is right next to the thetford toilet. Enough said. Enjoy your new to you popup and keep the videos coming!

[@ItsPoppin]

It weighs in at approximately 3150 lbs. It does have a freezer. The power lift runs off battery. The Fleetwood lift system doesn’t allow you to overcrank the roof unlike the Goshen and Jayco lift systems.

[@makewaitrd]

Were still goin strong with our Fleetwood Niagara since you last featured us in the Axel maintenance episode. Did so many upgrades, hit me up if you have any questions!

[@ItsPoppin]

Great to hear, what upgrades have you all done?

[@makewaitrd]

@@ItsPoppin so we did a full repainting of the interior, new flooring, new curtains, add a large stainless steal farm sink and faucet that fits perfectly with the slides in and top down, led lights throughout, had to replace the interior speakers, added a folding shelf next to the sink that we bought from Opus Campers(they use it on their outdoor kitchen), added a better shower head that has an actual water cutoff on the shower head, replaced all the cushion covers and added a new table and redid the countertops. A few things to the exterior, had to replace all of the rubber propane hoses due to leaks, added an exterior led light bar by the awning, and just a bunch of other little things.

[@allenbergstrom8294]

What happened to you guys? No videos in months 😢

[@TubeAmerica]

Sweet Popup! Did you get your woman that Juki yet?

[@ItsPoppin]

No, but funny you ask. The sewing machine is definitely featured in our next video coming out!

[@liroweplays847]

Humungis

[@merelfowler.278]

So what do you think or your opinions? If you have any I would love to hear them I bought a 2009 Palomino yearling.