In-depth details about camper rehabs, no other book even compares to this one. If you have ever considered rehabbing a camper this book is for you

For anyone who is interested in reclaiming an older caravan this is the perfect book for you. I have seen some fabulous interiors which have been revamped with car and honour to the period. I personally have love the very retro 50s caravans and the teardrop trailer.
This book is not only about interior, it is about soundness, about fixing and restoring, and roadworthiness. It is a step by step explanation a and information from start to finish - which is owning your own reclaimed movable home.

Love everything about this book. Excellent pictures, but more importantly, very detailed information and instruction for diy camping enthusiasts and novices to the world of campers and trailers. This is a fantastic resource. Would love to see more!!

Well written but focused more on the actual rehab DIY projects than the string and aesthetic of rehabbing campers. I was expecting a more design focused book when in reality it was a more hands on project style book.

We've owned our popup camper for about 3 years and I wish we'd had this book during that time. We've had our share of learning curves, including if we were monitoring the tire wear correctly, how to troubleshoot basic electrical and pilot light problems, how to reconfigure the interior to make better use of storage, and pondering an upgrade to a bigger camper. I think the author does a good job of presenting the benefits of upgrading to a larger RV while noting the tradeoffs you inherit as your camper gets more complicated.

It has an interesting history of the camping industry and the companies that have played a part in manufacturing campers. The book's illustrations show how renovators have taken a particular interest in renovating campers and the different uses they can take on. The book addresses topics specific to rehabbing a vintage camper, like replacing fiberglass, assessing water damage, and painting aluminum siding. I lent this book to my husband to see if he felt it was as useful as I did and he agreed we should purchase a copy to have on reference.

Who hasn't dreamed of hitting the open road to see the sights? When I was younger, it was much easier, all I needed was a car, a tent, or maybe even just a bedroll. But, alas, as we age, we no longer want to sleep on the hard ground, in the elements. We start looking for a camper to explore in. And unless you are wealthy, you probably cannot afford to shell out many thousands of dollars to buy one. So what to do? Peterson offers that you should look for a used camper, one that you can even rehab to your own particular tastes.
In this book, he discusses what you need to buy, repair, and upgrade your travel trailer. There are chapters on what to look for in a used camper. How to examine the exterior, the "systems", the interior, and how to maintain the camper. He finishes with some examples of what can be done.
A bit simplistic, this would be of benefit to someone thinking about purchasing a used camper. It's a good starting point. However, I would caution that, if you are serious about it, a good second opinion of a qualified camper mechanic would be recommended.

This book gives a very good overview of the different types of campers and recreational vehicle options. A good discussion of what to consider before you spend a lot of money on your choice. I loved the photos. It really put me in the mood to take on more than one rehab challenge.
The instructions seemed very thorough and I look forward to tackling some rehab projects this spring.