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06-11-2016, 08:56 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Dec 2014
Location: Milam, Texas
Trailer: 2016 ESCAPE 21
Posts: 158
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Picking up 21, finally
Well, our 21 has been sitting on the Escape lot for about three months now and we are finally going to break free and go pick it up. It is sort of a two birds with one stone trip as we will deliver our Casita to the new owners in Colorado along the way.
Finally, being an Escape owner is starting to feel real. Thanks to all on this forum for the information we have picked up here over the last year and a half.
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06-11-2016, 09:57 AM
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Member
Join Date: Nov 2012
Location: Westcliffe, Colorado
Trailer: 21, June 8, 2016, "The Final Frontier"
Posts: 76
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Believe us, it will seem surreal. To finally get what we had been talking about for over a year was overwhelming. You've had a trailer before, so maybe the newness of it all is a bit much. We are hoping things will become routine and we will stop second guessing what we've forgotten to close, turn off, turn on, empty, or fill. it's quite an experience.
Congratulations!
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06-11-2016, 10:08 AM
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#3
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Senior Member
Join Date: Aug 2015
Location: Benton County, Iowa
Trailer: 2013 Escape 21 Classic Number 6, pulled by 2018 Toyota Highlander
Posts: 8,259
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I have one word or maybe two not sure, when it comes to getting all the steps down. Check list. Or checklist
Dave
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06-11-2016, 11:35 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Aug 2015
Location: Ponoka, Alberta
Trailer: 2016 19 classic "outta sight", jeep rubicon unlimited
Posts: 1,645
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Awesome! Have a good trip!
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06-11-2016, 11:53 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Oct 2008
Location: North Vancouver, British Columbia
Trailer: 2009 Escape 17B 2020 Toyota Highlander XLE
Posts: 17,136
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I copied the checklist from the manual into Word, then added items I wanted, reduced the size, printed it out and had it laminated. Hangs on a hook by the door.
To save time, you can copy and paste this list into a word document, adapt it and make your own.
Drive Away Checklist
Inside Checks:
Loose Items Stored
Windows Closed
Blinds secure
Tank levels
Battery level
Thermostat OFF
Water Heater OFF
Water Pump OFF
Shower / Sink Drains CLOSED
Stove Cover DOWN
Screen Door FASTENED
Fridge OFF
Fridge Door Shelves LIGHT
Fan OFF
Roof Vents ( Bathroom / Fan ) CLOSED
TP and Paper Towels SECURED
Salt & Pepper Grinders SECURED
Door LOCKED
Step STORED / SECURE
Outside Checks:
Tire Pressure 40-45 (Min 30 / Max 50 )
Note: Lower Pressure = Lower Load
Gas OFF
Range Hood Vent LOCKED
Power DISCONNECT
Water DISCONNECT
Rock Shield DOWN AND LOCKED
Awning LOCKED
Stabilizer Jacks UP & TIGHT
Wheel Blocks STORED
Equalizer Bars LEVEL & SECURE
Chains IN PLACE
Hitch LOCKED
Brake / Signal Lights OK
Step STORED / SECURE
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06-11-2016, 12:11 PM
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#6
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Senior Member
Join Date: Oct 2009
Location: Galesville, Wisconsin
Trailer: 2017 21 "Blue II" & 2017 Highlander XLE (previously 2010 17B "Blue" & 2008 Tacoma)
Posts: 4,234
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We had a similar sale experience with our Scamp. We had sold it to someone in Bozeman, MT and delivered it there to her on our way out to pick up our 17. And the bonus was that an old college friend lives in Bozeman, so we got to spend a couple days visiting him and exploring Bozeman.
Enjoy your new Escape!
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Eric (and Mary who is in no way responsible for anything stupid I post)
"Beware of false knowledge; it is more dangerous than ignorance." George Bernard Shaw
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06-11-2016, 02:56 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Feb 2009
Location: San Antonio, Texas
Trailer: 2018 Escape 19
Posts: 374
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Hey Viron,
Been a long wait I'm sure. Enjoy the new trailer. We will have to catch up down here-sorry we were not able to meet up along the way somewhere.
Steve
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Steve and Cynthia
San Antonio, TX
Escape 19 "Why So Serious?"
2019 Chevy Silverado RST 1500, 5.3L
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06-11-2016, 02:59 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Sep 2013
Location: Ventura County, California
Trailer: 2013 19 Escape
Posts: 7,204
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Great idea Glenn . Will copy this . Thankyou . Pat
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06-11-2016, 05:36 PM
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Site Team
Join Date: Jun 2014
Location: Canyon Lake, Texas
Trailer: 2015 19 "Past Tents", 2021 F150 Lariat 2.7L EB
Posts: 10,222
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Good to hear Viron. Hope to see you guys out there camping - maybe at Matagorda Madness in December?
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06-12-2016, 08:18 AM
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#10
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Senior Member
Join Date: Aug 2013
Location: Naples, Florida
Trailer: New 21 Escape (not classic)10/16 Sold Lil Snoozy 7/16
Posts: 484
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check list
It's amazing how we can forget the simplest things or leaving behind things at the campsite . A checklist is a Great way to go . Whether your Flying ,Boating or RVing a checklist is invaluable .Jim
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06-26-2016, 11:37 AM
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#11
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Senior Member
Join Date: Dec 2014
Location: Milam, Texas
Trailer: 2016 ESCAPE 21
Posts: 158
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Well, we picked the 21 up this past Monday, hung out in Canada for three days to see if we had any issues to get taken care of at the factory, then crossed down into Cascade National park. The whole pickup was naturally easy and the border crossing (twice each way) was easier than expected. Canada did not ask for any papers on our dogs (which we had) and crossings every time we're under five minutes.
Thanks again to all on the forum for a years worth of information.
Yahoooo... We have out trailer.
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06-26-2016, 11:43 AM
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#12
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jul 2015
Location: Lake Panasoffkee, Florida
Trailer: 1997 casita & 5.0 ta July,2016
Posts: 118
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Congratulations!!
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Doug & Lucy Metz
2016 Escape 5.0 TA
Pick up date in July
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06-26-2016, 04:36 PM
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#13
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Senior Member
Join Date: Apr 2015
Location: SE Mn, Minnesota
Trailer: 2011 Escape 15a
Posts: 134
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Quote:
Originally Posted by thumper-tx
The whole pickup was naturally easy and the border crossing (twice each way) was easier than expected. Canada did not ask for any papers on our dogs (which we had) and crossings every time we're under five minutes.
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What paperwork did you have regarding your dogs? We have been told we needed a complete list of shots and a letter from the vet stating the dogs are in good health.
Congrats on the 21.
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06-26-2016, 05:19 PM
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Site Team
Join Date: Jun 2014
Location: Canyon Lake, Texas
Trailer: 2015 19 "Past Tents", 2021 F150 Lariat 2.7L EB
Posts: 10,222
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Congrats Viron!
Hope to see you out there someday.
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06-26-2016, 05:47 PM
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#15
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Senior Member
Join Date: Aug 2015
Location: Ponoka, Alberta
Trailer: 2016 19 classic "outta sight", jeep rubicon unlimited
Posts: 1,645
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Congratulations!! Enjoy!!
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06-26-2016, 07:40 PM
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#16
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Senior Member
Join Date: Dec 2014
Location: Milam, Texas
Trailer: 2016 ESCAPE 21
Posts: 158
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Lv4toys
What paperwork did you have regarding your dogs? We have been told we needed a complete list of shots and a letter from the vet stating the dogs are in good health.
Congrats on the 21.
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We had forms from vet that indicated the dogs were healthy , I think they were marked interstate travel forms. The forms listed the rabies vaccination date, serial number of the serum as well as maker and how long it was effective. I believe Canada's website says the rabies info is all you have to have. However some have posted that they were asked for proof of other shots. A lot may depend on the border guard, and his/her mood.
If you cross at sumas, it seems the guards on both sides are familiar with Escape Trailers and understand what you are doing.
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06-26-2016, 07:56 PM
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Site Team
Join Date: Jun 2014
Location: Canyon Lake, Texas
Trailer: 2015 19 "Past Tents", 2021 F150 Lariat 2.7L EB
Posts: 10,222
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Quote:
Originally Posted by thumper-tx
If you cross at sumas, it seems the guards on both sides are familiar with Escape Trailers and understand what you are doing.
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Yep, and getting more familiar with seeing Escapes every day. At this rate, they may have to put in an "Escape Trailers Only" lane.
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06-26-2016, 09:44 PM
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#18
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Senior Member
Join Date: May 2015
Location: Seatac, Washington
Trailer: "The Trailer", 2nd Gen 21' & a 2017 Tundra CrewMax in Blazing Blue Pearl
Posts: 2,888
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Quote:
Originally Posted by rbryan4
Yep, and getting more familiar with seeing Escapes every day. At this rate, they may have to put in an "Escape Trailers Only" lane.
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When I cross over to do a quick visit to ETI the border guards have, for the most part, known what I was talking about. If you get Officer Troutman when going into Canada, he's super knowledgeable and very gung-ho on the trailers. He really likes the 15' and would love to have one himself.
Last time I went up, coming back home, the officer asked how long I was there (he could see when I crossed over and was just double checking my story, I'm sure). I had already told him I was going up to check something out in their new trailer. When I told him I was there 20 mins, he just laughed. Probably the shortest visit made by anyone going up there!
Course, now that I've said all this, I'll probably get searched and all that the next time I go up.
I know the OP has already picked up their trailer, but for those that haven't done so, if you're taking anything up to ETI for your trailer, Officer Troutman told me I need to bring the receipts with me, as well as the ordering information (ie: your build sheet with prices) from ETI. That way they'll know that what you're bringing up will be installed in the trailer and will be coming back across the border to stay. And it's not something that you're bringing into Canada that will stay there.
Fingers crossed he'll be "my guy" when I take stuff to ETI for the trailer, but no such luck last week. If so, it'll be a piece of cake!
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06-26-2016, 09:50 PM
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#19
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Senior Member
Join Date: Aug 2015
Location: Benton County, Iowa
Trailer: 2013 Escape 21 Classic Number 6, pulled by 2018 Toyota Highlander
Posts: 8,259
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When we crossed at Sumas in May, the Canadian guard asked us 15 questions. 14 were about the Escape
and how we liked it. The single other question " what's your name and where are you from? That's it. Other crossings were pretty painless the last few years. We have an SUV and they have all instructed us to roll down the rear seat drivers side window so they can see in the back. Next question: Hunting dog eh?
Dave
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06-26-2016, 10:04 PM
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#20
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Senior Member
Join Date: May 2015
Location: Seatac, Washington
Trailer: "The Trailer", 2nd Gen 21' & a 2017 Tundra CrewMax in Blazing Blue Pearl
Posts: 2,888
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Iowa Dave
When we crossed at Sumas in May, the Canadian guard asked us 15 questions. 14 were about the Escape
and how we liked it.
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I wonder if you got Officer Troutman! That sounds like exactly what he and I chatted about when I crossed over.
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