What are some of the oldest Hi Lo's on this site?

[BattleBorn]

New member here and was wondering what were the largest Hi-Lo's of the early 1960's ? We're they heavy for there size back then?

 

[sam-HILO]

oldest HiLo

A few members have units from the 60s. Search old posts for pictures.

 

[JMDoering]

Our 1969 Bon Voyage was the top of the HiLo line when made. Ball to bumper length is 19 ft. Actual box length is approx. 15 ft. Yes, it is heavy for its length when compared to other trailers of the era. I don't remember the empty weight, but fully loaded it tipped the scales at about 5000 lbs. It was built with Schedule 40 square steel tubing, and HiLo wasn't stingy in making the frame halves as rigid as needed. I actually don't know of any other 1969 travel trailer that was built with a steel frame. Our 1969 Bon Voyage is still going strong. My son and his family are thoroughly enjoying every trip they take with it, and it draws plenty of attention wherever they go!
Jim

 

[sam-HILO]

HiLo sighting

We were on our way to pick up our daughter from work at H.D. Spotted a 1960 HiLo being towed on 19th st. in Niagara Falls.

 

[BattleBorn]

Wow Jim, that is heavy for a trailer that size. Just purchased a 64 model, same length, will get it weighed next spring but wonder if they were already using square steel tubing by then? Would you know what kind of flooring they used in 64? plywood, plank?
what was the tongue weight on yours?

 

[JMDoering]

"Wow Jim, that is heavy for a trailer that size. Just purchased a 64 model, same length, will get it weighed next spring but wonder if they were already using square steel tubing by then? Would you know what kind of flooring they used in 64? plywood, plank?
what was the tongue weight on yours?"

Battle,
Can't tell you when Hi-Lo (Snyder) started using steel tubing for framing, I just don't know. Nor do I know what subflooring was being used in 1964. Our 1969 had plywood subflooring.

Our 1969 was a dual axle, so factory dry tongue weight was 190 lbs., actually a bit less than Hi-Lo's single axle trailers. However, actual tongue weight on ours was somewhat higher because of the accessory drop-down bunk (made of square steel tubing), and the optional water heater. On this model, the water heater was located on the front driver's side of the trailer.

The Bon Voyage's overall factory dry weight (without factory options and accessories), was close to 3100 lbs. Our rig had the optional bunk, water heater, shower/toilet (real porcelain in those days), and spare tire and rack, and all those increased the dry weight to around 3500 lbs. While going to college, I lived in the Hi-Lo, and consequently hauled a significantly heavier load (almost everything I owned, plus all those text books and many heavy thoughts) than most folks would take if only going camping. My overall trailer weight was easily exceeding 5000 lbs. The Hi-Lo had great springs and tires, and that steel framing made the whole rig very solid . Never had a flat, or any other suspension issues, of course in those days my TV was a Toyota FJ40 Landcruiser, and between the low gearing and small engine, pulling at excessive speeds was impossible.

Take care,
Jim

 

[MossyOakLane]

We just purchased a 1963 13ft. Previous owners painted inside and put home depot cabinets in, so not sure if pics would be super helpful.

 

[maestro123]

I just got a free 1964 Snyder/hi-lo 12 footer, its like 16' bumper to tongue. all original till I started on it. it still is and will mostly be tho. it had a signed title taped to the door also. they used square tube for frame and marine plywood that feels like marble/granite. hardly no rust at all. mostly wood rot along bottom edges. that I have fixed and the ceiling I have redone for starters. it had 3 burner and ice box. now has 1 fold up/down burner and mini fridge, with new pullout bed up front I added to storage bins. also has original hammock, and cabinets. original table and brackets, also. also just replaced 2 cables. mike

 

[Robroberts]

1965 17' traveler 900, It has 3500 lbs axle. Frame is all welded 5" channel weight is 2267 right now. It needs total top rebuild.

 

[Beyer]

we just purchased a 1972 model 17572 TRAVELER

 

[Robroberts]

Awesome I'm curious to see what it looks like pics when available would be very cool! Lol