It can be in some pups. Ive had 3 pups now and they all leaked at some point with some heavy rain. Its not always in the canvas or seams or the obvious roof leaks. Look also in the corners of the cabinets. I have had rain start seeping/ dripping that have come in the inside walls in the cabinet area corners that I only saw with a flashlight and the look of damp wood. Luckily no damage. This happened with 2 of the 3 that Ive had. Both Fleetwoods. I think it might have something to do with the lift supports that raise the roof, with the water somehow following the supports down in the box itself but just a guess.
SAWilde wrote: Thank you everyone for your responses. We did a little more looking tonight and decided that we're REALLY going to have to look for an ultra lite PUP that's in our price range. I haven't thought of any more questions yet, but, I may come up with more by tomorrow.
Good to know that a PUP could survive an F3 tornado though! I hope I never have to experience that to find out
When looking for a PUP (even a light weight PUP), do get one with onboard brakes. To me, electric brakes are the best. Many sales reps will state that a PUP doesn't need brakes. If pulling with an Escape that'a already loaded with its own onboard rear cargo, an attached PUP needs brakes. The extra stopping power on onboard trailer brakes are well worth it.
If your Ford Escape has rear sag when your "loaded" PUP is connected, do look at the Timbren SES unit for your Tow Vehicle. If wondering, I have Timbren SES units (which are like air bags without pressurized air inside them) on my Tow Vehicle. Love them since day one. For more details on this product, surf: http://www.timbren.com/ses-van-suv.htm
Also, do ensure your Ford Escape gets a Class III hitch. Don't bother wasting one's dollars on a Class IV hitch. Getting the extra stronger Class III hitch installed is worth it. Might need an AUX cooler (LPD - Low Pressure Drop Design) installed in your Escape as well. Money well spent.
You sure brought back memories the worst night in a tent was in Valley Forge Pa,
rain and wind all night very miserable.
The worst night in a POP-UP was last year in Boothbay Maine, rain and wind after checking for leaks and finding none, went back to bed and enjoyed the rain hitting on the roof, very peaceful nights sleep, nice and dry.
PS: I have been pop-up camping since 1982.
lots of rainy days and nights,
far better than my tent days.
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