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not in
production
New
model from Exodus Camper Trailers
The
Kingston
I was
privileged to meet up with Ian Simpson recently to check over the
prototype of the soon to be released Kingston, a new model in the Exodus
Campers range. For those who have been following these write ups, you
will realise Ian doesn't hang around & is constantly looking at ways to
improve the campers he produces.
When he
pulled up I quickly noticed that the new Kingston was very different
from the previous models. The campers sandwiched foam fibreglass shell
had been extended towards the rear at a neat angle with plenty of
departure clearance. Gone was the open-ended box trailer other models
sat on. Instead the Kingston is placed on a steel flatbed trailer giving
plenty of protection underneath from flying rocks over gravel roads. The
production models will have a hot dipped galvanised trailer.
Vehicle Components Cruisemaster independent suspension is now standard,
as well as the Vehicle Components AT35 coupling, 31x10.5R15 wheels &
Landcruiser hubs.
There is plenty of storage
lockers around the outside, an outside stove, a huge front storage box &
a self-standing awning over the off side.
The interior was light & airy. Added was flyscreened windows in the
sides of the canvas in the rear opening roof to give plenty of
ventilation. Although it was warm, a cool sea breeze blew & with the
sandwiched foam giving insulation qualities, plus the two solar panels
on the roof, it was quite comfortable inside. The best thing about
setting up is just walking inside & pushing the rear of the roof up.
That's it.
In the extended rear area sits the kitchen with sink, cooktop & an
uprright 80lt
fridge/freezer giving plenty of room to prepare a meal in camp or
something quick for lunch on the roadside. Down the side of this area is
the seating area, with soon to be added removable table. The seat can
also be used as a bunk bed for the kids. The main bed is made up & ready to go. You do
not have to make it each day.
There is plenty of internal storage provided. Two rollout draws under
the main bed, two cupboards under the seat/bunk, plus under the
sink/stove area.
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Standard
inclusions
Heavy duty off road chassis construction
Independent coil suspension with gas shocks
AT-35 all-terrain coupling
Cooper ATR (all-terrain tyres)
10 electric brakes
2 x 20ltr jerry cans
2 x 4kg gas bottle holders
Fibre composite, high gloss body with Exodus decals
Huge forward and side storage boxes
Screened windows and security door
Roll out shade awning
Ground sheets under awning
Canvas skirt under camper side
External slide out kitchen unit
Internal sink & cook top
80ltr upright fridge (built in)
115Ltr water tanks
200Ah deep cycle battery system
Battery charger (multi stage)
128W solar power system
Interior/exterior lighting package
Double bed with side storage and shelving
Roll out storage compartments under bed
Single bunk/day lounge (double bunk optional)
Internal roll out table
Clothes hanging locker and storage compartments
Interior finish, speckled with timber trimmings
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The Kingston is priced at $54,450. Please contact Ian at
Exodus Campers for more details.
photos taken at Stockton Newcastle NSW
photos &
info by Rob
February 2008 |
on the
camper trailer scene 
