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RedGuy · 08-21-2008, 12:07 PM

I'm trying to get some history of the Mallard RV company that made my Travel Trailer. I haven't been able to find anything online (mostly come up with duck info!:lol). I'v heard things like the Mallard Company went out of business in 1992, then others say that Fleetwood makes Mallard. Was this a small company? Anyone have any info on older Mallards?

RedGuy · 08-21-2008, 12:07 PM

I'm trying to get some history of the Mallard RV company that made my Travel Trailer. I haven't been able to find anything online (mostly come up with duck info!:lol). I'v heard things like the Mallard Company went out of business in 1992, then others say that Fleetwood makes Mallard. Was this a small company? Anyone have any info on older Mallards?

ricere · 08-21-2008, 04:16 PM

RedGuy, both are correct. The Mallard Company did indeed go out of business in 1992, and several years later Fleetwood purchased the name for a line of their lower end travel trailers.

I almost purchased a new 1992 Mallard Lexington motorhome in the summer of 1992. It had a front engine Cummins diesel engine and a 4 speed Allison transmission. Top speed of about 65 mph. After the deal fell through, I found out that it was one of the last Mallards made. I guess that was lucky for me.

RedGuy · 08-21-2008, 04:36 PM

So basically The old Mallards really have no connection at all with the new Mallards. That's kinda what I though. Do you have any idea where they where built? When they started? Etc. Was this supposed to be a quality RV? I don't see very many old Mallards so I'm assuming it was a small company. Anyone know of any online ifo about the company?

My TT seems to me to be a pretty well built trailer, it has fiberglass insulation all the way around, even the floor. A 1 piece aluminum roof, the cabinets and hardware all seem to be sturdy. It also has nice big tanks, which I like since I pretty much only Boondock. For a 20 year old trailer it's held up very well, so it was either well built, well taken care of, or a combination of both.

ricere · 08-22-2008, 11:56 AM

Correct. The old Mallards and new Mallards are produced by two different companies and nothing in common but name.

Back in the 80s you saw a lot of Mallards on the road. They made travel trailers, 5th wheels and motorhomes, both Class C and A. From what I remember, they made a good product back then, and I would not have been scared to purchase one.

I'm not sure, but I believe they were made in the Elkhardt, Indiana area, where most of today's RVs are made. I don't know why they went out of business.

Your trailer should have a name plate on it (usually on the passenger side near the front lower corner outside) that tells where it was manufactured, unless the time and weather has made it unreadable.

ricere · 08-22-2008, 12:02 PM

Duh!! I meant the driver's side outside wall, not passenger side. My mistake.

RedGuy · 08-22-2008, 03:16 PM

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by ricere:
Duh!! I meant the driver's side outside wall, not passenger side. My mistake. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

That's actually another thread that I started, as I can not find my VIN plate!

83Eagle · 06-12-2013, 12:41 AM

I know this is an old thread, but I own a 1985 Mallard. So this is of interest to me. I didn't see the point in starting another thread. I did some searching on Mallard Motor homes 1992 and older, and I came up with a history of sorts.

Here's the link...
Pop-up Camper History

I love my Mallard, and I hope it serves my family and me for years to come. Been three years now, and it is still going strong.

TXiceman · 06-12-2013, 05:02 PM

mallard [Tin Can Tourists Wiki]

Found this through Tin Can Tourist.

ken

Flredneck · 12-04-2019, 06:31 PM

I am trying to find a wiring diagram for the mallard sprinter travel trailer. If someone can help it would be greatly appreciate it.

**hamm2018** · 12-04-2019, 06:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Flredneck

I am trying to find a wiring diagram for the mallard sprinter travel trailer. If someone can help it would be greatly appreciate it.

Mallard is made by Heartland, call their customer service number. You will need the last 6 of your vin to give them when you call.
What do you need a wiring diagram for?

Heartland customer service number is 1-877-262-8032.

Flredneck · 12-05-2019, 09:16 AM

I need the wiring diagram because I have a short in one of the fuse circuits and I need to trace it.

RunningHard · 12-05-2019, 10:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Flredneck

I need the wiring diagram because I have a short in one of the fuse circuits and I need to trace it.

You resurrected a 9 year old thread. It may be more beneficial to start a new thread.. Good luck!

AD99 · 06-05-2022, 06:37 AM

Ricere, who did Fleetwood buy Mallard from? I have 1990 Class C 27' Mallard I'm trying to find out who the manufacturer was. No vin plate or ID is visible. Thanks.