Pages: 1
Posted by: mystereid
I saw an ad for one of those, couldn't you put one together for 1/4 of what they're asking? I think it was $16,000
Posted by: QuadKaryn
Yes.. we have some people that we ride with that just bought the Scorpion. I believe he works for the dealership so he did not pay full price.. but from what I hear they are a little spendy for a pop-up tent trailer. They bought it because they didn't want to upgrade their truck and the Scorpion is much lighter than the toyhaulers... It's an awesome trailer.. bright yellow. It has 2 pop-outs on each side that will sleep 2 people each. Their's had a bathroom/shower combo, a microwave, sound system, pretty much everything a regular toyhauler has.. just with a tent type body and a flat area in the front and back for storage. It got LOTS of looks out on the beach at Pismo.. many people stopped by and asked out it... I think it's a great trailer if you've got a smaller truck... but if you've got a bigger truck, I'd probably buy a used toyhauler for the same price.... just my $.02 BR>
Here's a pic.. not real clear.. but you can see the basics...
Scorpion Pix
Posted by: BlackandRedWarrior
I'll second Karyn. For a 1/2-ton owner, it's a good option. The lower profile helps with wind resistance. Then you're just pulling pure weight. Sure, you can make an okie version, with your own flat bed and old pop-up. Pop-ups are actually insane price-wise, so it's not that bad. You can get these just as decked out as any TH. Can get up to 4 quads on the rear deck, plus the storage up front for gas, wood, etc.
Posted by: 700atWASHINGTON
I have one of these monsters, I really like it. Tows great, has a ton of space on it.
I paid 14 k out the door with all options except air conditioning.
I don't know about towing it with a half ton though, The tongue weight of the trailer is 975lbs, even with a weight distributing hitch your pushing it.
Posted by: 700atWASHINGTON
Any additions will not increase your towing limits. They may make it tow the load easier, The Scorpion has a gross weight of 6800lbs (3900lbs trailer - 2900lbs payload including propane, water and supplies)
I don't know what the tongue weight limit of your dodge may be. I do know the F150 is rated for 500lbs and 990lbs with an equalizer hitch. Check with your dealer on your towing limits before getting a hauler.
Posted by: Hondanutcase
If you are looking for something that is not to heavy to pull, these things are pretty cool. I looked at one a couple months ago and really liked it. The only problem I see is that is not self contained (no grey/black water tanks, or generator). You can by external tanks for it, but for the price we decided to go ahead and just get a toy hauler.
Posted by: learnem
for basically a flatbed with a tent on it, they are very pricey!!! for around the same price, you can get a used toy hauler, under 24 ft, towable with a 1/2 ton, still under warranty, with major upgrades!!!
Posted by: Camds650
Has anyone bought one of these or seen one up close yet?
Posted by: RaiderV
Have briefly seen a pop-up trailer with about a 8 x 12 rear deck for haulin' atv's. I think it's made by Fleetwood, calling it a Scorpion. Does anyone have one of these?
Posted by: buck183
Quote
Originally posted by: dbdesignspm
I have a 2004 dodge ram1500 4.7 with towing package and have been considering getting a toy hauler. My problem is that everyone says that it will not pull it, you need a 3/4 ton, any insight into this?
Thanks
I don't think it's really an issue of being able to pull the rig that matters. You have to consider things like braking, handling, frame strength, and suspension capabilities. Ever heard the saying "the tail wagging the dog"? This would apply.
You are VERY underpowered with that powerplant too.
Would you buy a Grizzly for MX racing? Would you buy a YFZ to work on the farm? Why not buy a truck that's meant to tow heavy loads?
Buck
Posted by: BKrukow
Quote
Originally posted by: dbdesignspm
I have a 2004 dodge ram1500 4.7 with towing package and have been considering getting a toy hauler. My problem is that everyone says that it will not pull it, you need a 3/4 ton, any insight into this?
Thanks
If you stayed with a Very Very small toy hauler you would probobly be ok. The Scorpion is probobly as big as you would want behind your truck. There are a few other manufacturers that make modeles that have racks on the front of pop up campers that would be much more the size for your truck.they have room for 1 or 2 machines on them. I cant remember what they are called but I have seen them before. I think they are made by Jaco. One other model I have been thinking abought is the Tavel Star. I cant remember who makes it but it is basicaly a 18 foot camper on a 26 foot frame. The front 8 feet are a open rack to haul 2 machines. Do a search for these.
Posted by: dbdesignspm
I have a 2004 dodge ram1500 4.7 with towing package and have been considering getting a toy hauler. My problem is that everyone says that it will not pull it, you need a 3/4 ton, any insight into this?
Thanks
Posted by: dbdesignspm
I have also considered getting a scorpian pop up, any feedback on thos? Would it help if I got a computer chip, and K&N aif flow to increase my pulling capacity?
