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Old 11-15-2015, 07:03 PM   #1
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New Escape arrives home!

My wife and I picked up our new 17B Escape on 11/12/15 and arrived home yesterday evening. We spent two nights testing the trailer in an intense storm hitting BC and Western Washington. We were totally snug and dry. We love our trailer.

Last concern was fitting into my shop. Shop door header 8' 7.5" -- trailer height 8' 6.5". As long as I sweep the doorway first it fits, no problem.
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Old 11-15-2015, 07:10 PM   #2
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Congrats on the new Escape! Good deal to be able to fit it!
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Old 11-15-2015, 07:22 PM   #3
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Old 11-15-2015, 07:31 PM   #4
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Where does the time go? You ordered your trailer and before you knew it, the build sheet was due. The pick up date comes sooner than expected and after a nice trip bringing your new trailer home, it is time to put it in winter storage. Looking back, it was almost a dream. Oh well, spring will be here soon. Loren
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Old 11-15-2015, 07:40 PM   #5
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Difference an inch makes! Great looking trailer/tow combo.
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Old 11-15-2015, 07:49 PM   #6
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Haha good for u! Yes, wasn't that some wet weather! Glad all is well!
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Old 11-15-2015, 08:09 PM   #7
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Last concern was fitting into my shop. Shop door header 8' 7.5" -- trailer height 8' 6.5". As long as I sweep the doorway first it fits, no problem.
Congrats on another Escape in Oregon!
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Old 11-15-2015, 08:51 PM   #8
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Old 11-16-2015, 07:58 AM   #9
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My wife and I picked up our new 17B Escape on 11/12/15 and arrived home yesterday evening. We spent two nights testing the trailer in an intense storm hitting BC and Western Washington. We were totally snug and dry. We love our trailer.

Last concern was fitting into my shop. Shop door header 8' 7.5" -- trailer height 8' 6.5". As long as I sweep the doorway first it fits, no problem.
That is definitely a close fit. Make sure that you don't take any significant loads out of your trailer while it is parked in your garage, or you may find that the trailer sits higher and could hit the overhead door frame as you exit. Also, in some climates, frost or even just seasonal changes in moisture content in the soil below your floor slab can cause significant movement of your floor slab (up or down). Would be best to go slowly and check clearances every time you enter or leave your garage.
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Old 11-16-2015, 08:06 AM   #10
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Close clearance

I'm sure you've considered many of factors that could impact the clearance of your escape. I have found that a note on the hitch amounting to a " Has anything changed?" checklist is my best reminder to consider all of the variables. Best of luck with your new rig.
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Old 11-16-2015, 10:06 AM   #11
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You may have to let some air out of your tires!
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Old 11-16-2015, 11:48 AM   #12
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Congratulations on your new Escape!!! So much fun ahead!!!
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Old 05-12-2016, 04:38 PM   #13
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Think I would let out a couple pounds of air 😆
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Old 05-12-2016, 04:57 PM   #14
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Half ince to spare

Now that I've taken the trailer in and out several times I no longer climb a ladder to make sure It fits.. I do sweep the floor first though just in case.
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Old 05-12-2016, 05:07 PM   #15
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Reply was on a pic of a guy who barely got his rig into garage. Had less than an inch to spare. Don't know how it was posted here.
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Old 05-12-2016, 05:16 PM   #16
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It was me!

Scary first time. Escape's specs on height were right on.
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Old 11-14-2016, 09:39 PM   #17
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Congratulations on your new trailer it looks great.
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Old 11-14-2016, 09:44 PM   #18
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Congratulations on your new 17B! I LOVE mine and I'm sure you'll love yours also!
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Old 11-14-2016, 10:01 PM   #19
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Kudos to you on your new trailer. I would be very cautious whenever taking the trailer in or out of the garage. Glad it fits.
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Old 11-14-2016, 10:53 PM   #20
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You got it covered!!!!
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