Towing Basics
Typically abbreviated as G.V.W.R.
This is the most common choice for families with young kids
What is a bunkhouse
These campers are either vacuum bonded or pinch rolled
What are fiberglass sided travel trailers
The traditional typical water heater size for smaller campers
What is 6 gallons
The names of the two wastewater tanks found on most travel trailers
Grey and Black water tanks
This is the type of plug needed in the tow vehicle when pulling any travel trailer
What is a 7 way plug
This is the most popular floorplan in the Coleman line
What is a 17B
Traditional built campers use this for the stud construction
What is wood
13.5 and 15k are the most common sizes on travel trailers
What is a roof mounted AC
This device will let you know if you have a gas leak
What is a C02/Lp dectector
two and 5 sixteenths is typical
What is the average receiver ball size
What is a rear bath floorplan
some campers have replaced this with an electric fireplace to provide heat
What is a furnace
This the term used for a storage compartment with an access point on two different walls
What is a pass-thru storage compartment
They make chain and solid bar styles, with the solid bars being the more popular choice
What are weight dist. hitches
This typically denotes three slides when found in the model name of the camper
TS (triple slides)
This is the rating system used to gauge the insulation in a camper
What is an R factor
Unlike what you have at home, this device uses Ammonia
What is a gas/electric fridge
Most campers will have a blue plastic cap covering this feature on the exterior of the camper
what is an LP quick connect
We suggest that the tow rating for the vehicle being used is at least 1,000 lbs more than this number
What is unloaded vehicle weight
This is a popular layout for campers who want a view while at the campground
What is a rear living
Schwintek, rack and pinon, are good examples
What are slide motor systems
It is recommended to open this when first arriving at the campground, especially on hot summer days!
What is the AC dump vent
thermoplastic polyolefin is the full name of this commonly abbreviated material that is often found where?
what is the roof (TPO)