It can often be difficult to identify a trailers year make or model. I will continue to post insights I am aware of. If you have other ideas to add post them on our facebook page and I'll add them to this page.

- Here is a record of trailer names and the abbreviation you may find on an old title or registration.

- Atlas Mobile Home Museum a historical database of mobile home ads and random pictures.

- Teardrop wheel wells may be a Serro Scotty. Compare it to pictures here: http://www.serroscottycamperenthusiasts.com/ 

Serial numbers are frequently found on the tounge rail on the passenger side. (Usually on top, but may be on the drivers side or the side of the rail). Use paint remover or sand lightly to uncover the numbers. The first two digits may be letters that identify your make, followed by the year, length and number of production. Example: Serial number (or VIN number): MR 57 25 123 is a Monterey, 1957, 25' number 123.

On a Shasta, jalousie windows on the front window are on 1960 and later models. 1959 and earlier had a "safari" (tilt-out) type center window flanked by fixed glass.

A wooden screen door frame or free-standing stove/oven often mean you have a pre-1960 trailer.