I just bought an 1985 Scamp 13'. That has been just sitting for years and years.. Now, to get it home 234 miles.
I called the Scamp Co. Mr salesman said, don't move it with out new tires. I can understand that! Here is my problem, I can buy tires and bring them with me, I won't be able to put them on the rim. on site. Here is my question, is there a 13" car wheel that would fit an 85 scamp???? so I can put the tires on the car wheels and bring them with me.
Next thing, I need to pack the barings with grease. I'll bring a can of High Speed grease, but how do I packit.
NO, I don't think the seller would not be helpfull, he never used it.
I'd just buy new rims and tires for the two wheels. The white steel Trailer Wheels
are pretty cheap so doesn't add much to the cost and the ones that are on it are probably rusted out pretty bad.
The bearing info is in our maintenance section, I'd bring new bearings rather than fool with cleaning existing and they may be cracked. Not that expensive.
Third very important item is trailer lights. This is probably the most difficult item on picking up older used trailers. Sometimes it is best to have a set of Portable Trailer Lights
that you secure to the rear bumper of the Scamp. Counting on getting unkown wiring and lighting working on a trailer that has been sitting is not a fun afternoon in the field. You can have the portable set wired up and working with your vehicle before you go and just attach them and go.
Of course, you can't have enough tools and parts with you.
Lastly a temporary permit. In most states you can download a 3 day temporary permit online for a buck or two.
Make sure all the paperwork is in order and VIN on title matches trailer.
I'm sure I've spaced a thing or two, but others will chime in and help.
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Thank you for your info, but is it possible someone can tell me what wheel I need (lug nut size and placement) for a 1985 13'. Salesman at the Scamp Co couldn't tell me that. I know they should be 13" load range B. but whate size I've seen pictures of Scamps with narrow tires and pic with wider tires. or am I wrong? I like the wide look, it looks more secure
Where do I get a set of new greesed bareings from? and what size? are they stainless styeel or what type? Maintenance section, does not explain HOW TO grease pack the bearings by hand, so the salesman told me thats what you need to do on a 85.
Tools -check
Portable lights-check
Lis in RI
Lis,
There are two bearing repack videos in the bearing maintenance thread I linked to above that walk you through the process.
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Oh, it's 1:30am! I'll finish reading every word in the morning. Thanks Greg
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My man Bryce taking home the Scamp he scored for $500 (yes, you read that right).
Stock lug pattern 4X4 for wheel. The axle is 1.2K or 2K lb with 1" straight spindle. These bearing sets can even be bought at Wal Mart, they sold for boat trailers. Most people run ST175-80R13 load range C radials. about $65 each. With a dead axle you may have to pry the swing arm down to get the new tires in the wheel wells. I just picked up a trailer 1K miles away. I made arrangements with a local tire shop to have tires on hand and I towed it on the old tires to the local tire shop. (They have to be open.) The local tire shop may even repack your bearings for you.
I usually carry extra hubs with new seals and repacked bearings for the older trailers. One nut and cotter pin and you are done. I also carry extra wheels and mounted tires if have them on hand.
Also carry duct tape, wire ties and bungee cords. (To hold the door closed.)
Good luck
Eddie
RE: "I usually carry extra hubs with new seals and repacked bearings for the older trailers. One nut and cotter pin and you are done"
Your done, >IF< you have done it before and the spindle is not scored. If you have never worked on bearings before, or there are complications, then maybe when picking up a trailer almost 300 miles from home is not the best place to do it for the first time. If you have the knowledge, tools and experience to make it road worthy far from home then fine.. otherwise I still say go for a small flatbed trailer as in the photo I posted.. its safer and quicker.
But the info posted above is good.. so choose the route you think is best.
You are right Gordon2, I've been getting prices but the lowest is $500. Does anyone know of a car transporter that is cheap - er.
Bryce is a lucky man! $50!
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Uhaul has several utility trailers, car haulers that might work and shouldn't be that expensive for a 24hr rental. Lowes and Home Depot also rent some flatbed trailers.
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Wow, I have read everything, and watched many YouTube videos about bearings replacing or greasing packing the barents, it is just too much to do at the sellers house. I'm going to TRY to locate a flatbed to bring it home. Then, when I get it home safely, I'll use all your helpful hints and guidance.
Great to know the exact number of the tires I need, big help!
Thank you so much, Gary and ELongest, I'll keep you posted on what happens.
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