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Forum: General Chat 11-21-2008, 03:24 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 13,321
Posted By Rick B
After an extended trip into the US this spring,...

After an extended trip into the US this spring, my wife and I decided that the 2008 Bigfoot 25 was a great trailer but she liked more storage area and wanted a slide for extra room inside. We hope...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-22-2008, 02:57 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,830
Posted By Rick B
David - I have the Winegard amplifier setup on my...

David - I have the Winegard amplifier setup on my 2008 Bigfoot, that came with the built in tv antenna. I don't know if Bigfoot uses the Winegard antenna, but doubt that they do. The Winegard unit...
Forum: Money Matters 08-20-2008, 07:15 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,817
Posted By Rick B
I have stopped at more than one weight scale here...

I have stopped at more than one weight scale here in BC and requested the tape printout and they obliged by weighting the axles like the big rigs. I do this when they have no vehicles in the queue...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 08-20-2008, 08:08 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 20,129
Posted By Rick B
Lainey: I agree with Roger's post. I did...

Lainey:

I agree with Roger's post. I did not have the winter package either.
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 08-19-2008, 06:41 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 20,129
Posted By Rick B
++++++++++++ My '96 Bigfoot 17 was close to...

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My '96 Bigfoot 17 was close to 3500 lbs in camping mode (gear, pots and pans, bedding, towels, a bit of water etc). I had 3 12-volt batteries (one on tongue and two inside the front...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 08-18-2008, 08:08 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 7,784
Posted By Rick B
Like Dean and Mary, I also use Rotochocks

Like Dean and Mary, I also use Rotochocks
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 08-13-2008, 10:38 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,956
Posted By Rick B
++++++++ We stayed there as well, great...

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We stayed there as well, great spot, lots of walking and superb sunset, and large pine cones I seem to recall
Forum: General Chat 08-01-2008, 06:19 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 6,555
Posted By Rick B
Mike: I joined in 2002 with my first...

Mike:

I joined in 2002 with my first trailer, a 73 Boler, which I may not have purchased had it not been for the resources of your site. I subsequently purchased a 15' Trillium, and am now into...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 07-23-2008, 07:24 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 10,784
Posted By Rick B
+++++++++++++++ Some of the newer trailers...

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Some of the newer trailers plumb to the on-board propane tanks and have a quick connect fitting terminating on the side of the trailer under the body. I had such an option...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 07-19-2008, 02:28 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,708
Posted By Rick B
+++++++++++ I had a similar problem and...

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I had a similar problem and believed that a build up of hard water minerals was the cause. Sealand makes a chemical for cleaning the bottom of the bowl. I would try to locate the...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 07-03-2008, 10:44 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,206
Posted By Rick B
We are in the Chilliwack area ourselves on...

We are in the Chilliwack area ourselves on vacation as well. Are you saying a second night?
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 06-19-2008, 08:22 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 8,723
Posted By Rick B
My controller is a Go Power GRP 25, with specs as...

My controller is a Go Power GRP 25, with specs as follow - clearly indicating 25 amps, but also 26 V Max Voc Array Voltage (don't know what 'Voc' means)

Go Power! Electric Inc.
GPR-25 Solar...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 06-17-2008, 07:43 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 8,723
Posted By Rick B
Thanks Byron - it is maximum 25 amps output, thus...

Thanks Byron - it is maximum 25 amps output, thus about 4 - 80 watt panels would generate about 20 amps There is no way the output is anywhere near 12 amps according to the meter (which alternates...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 06-16-2008, 07:23 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 8,723
Posted By Rick B
I have an 80 watt panel on my Bigfoot and the...

I have an 80 watt panel on my Bigfoot and the charge controller indicates maximum 25 watts. Under ideal conditions, my panel kicks out 5 amps or so, so I could have about 4-80 watt panels ( 5 amps x...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 05-07-2008, 08:31 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,767
Posted By Rick B
Two years ago, we took 10 days to do the Oregon...

Two years ago, we took 10 days to do the Oregon Coast. We spent two days at Fort Stevens SP, at the mouth of the Columbia River, touring some of the historic sites there and in nearby Astoria. We...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-06-2008, 08:24 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,113
Posted By Rick B
Brandy, I have installed several of the 12 volt...

Brandy, I have installed several of the 12 volt plugs. I purchase most from marine dealers and get the flush units, with the cap to cover the plug.. I will give you one tip - check polarily. ...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 05-03-2008, 11:18 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,767
Posted By Rick B
I second Kent's comments. We recently spent much...

I second Kent's comments. We recently spent much of two weeks in Oregon, along the coast from Astoria to Lincoln City then inland to Bend, then up Highway 97 back to Canada. We preferred Oregon...
Forum: General Chat 05-01-2008, 08:30 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 8,378
Posted By Rick B
Frank: The issue with the tongue weight...

Frank:

The issue with the tongue weight applied to the 21FB not the RB model (you can use a search engine to research this). The 2006 and several year earlier Tundra's had the largest engine...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-25-2008, 06:49 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 9,567
Posted By Rick B
George, on our 2000 mile trip I noticed that one...

George, on our 2000 mile trip I noticed that one of the battery cases were scuffing against the gelcoat of the trailer, resulting in a white powder. I think that as I have the 6 volt batteries, they...
Forum: General Chat 04-24-2008, 08:23 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 11,248
Posted By Rick B
I think that the frontal area of trailers has an...

I think that the frontal area of trailers has an effect on drag. and I do believe that weight can be an issue as it takes more horsepower to move heavier weights.

Our Bigfoot is a bit more than 9...
Forum: General Chat 04-20-2008, 11:28 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,428
Posted By Rick B
+++++++++++++ We just got back from a 3,500...

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We just got back from a 3,500 km trip into Washington and Oregon with our 2008 Tundra 5.7 and our 2008 Bigfoot 25Fb. The FB is heavier than the RQ, with ours being about 6300 lbs on...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-02-2008, 08:10 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 9,567
Posted By Rick B
Great job with the battery install, George. I...

Great job with the battery install, George. I had hoped to get the two 6 volts where you got your two 12 volts, but in doing so, there was not sufficient room for the two 30 lb propane tanks, so I...
Forum: General Chat 04-01-2008, 08:47 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 10,263
Posted By Rick B
I think my most important feature on the trailer...

I think my most important feature on the trailer is the 80 watt solar system. I have two 6 volt golf car batteries and large capacity tanks for black, grey and fresh water. As I like camping off...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 03-28-2008, 11:21 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,134
Posted By Rick B
A very simple test to determine if the electrical...

A very simple test to determine if the electrical part (magnets) are working is to have someone stand beside the trailer wheel, while a second person applies the brakes of the tow vehicle. If you...
Forum: General Chat 03-26-2008, 08:19 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 37,947
Posted By Rick B
Good post Mike. I joined this forum in about...

Good post Mike.

I joined this forum in about 2000, when I purchased my first trailer, being a Boler. I found great news and advise from members, and try to reciprocate when I can. I find that...
Forum: General Chat 03-24-2008, 01:35 PM
Replies: 1,009
Views: 608,640
Posted By Rick B
Our 2008 Bigfoot 25FB and our new Toyota Tundra...

Our 2008 Bigfoot 25FB and our new Toyota Tundra on the maiden trip with this combo. Photo taken yesterday at the rest stop just north on Highway 97 from Clinton, BC
Forum: General Chat 03-21-2008, 12:12 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 6,095
Posted By Rick B
Ches - going via the Coquihalla (Hwy 5) or the...

Ches - going via the Coquihalla (Hwy 5) or the Fraser Canyon (Hwy 1)?
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 03-20-2008, 07:38 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 9,787
Posted By Rick B
Great to hear, we are off tomorrow for 2 days and...

Great to hear, we are off tomorrow for 2 days and will have a chance to try out. I will advise on my return

Rick
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-20-2008, 02:29 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,066
Posted By Rick B
I replied with my attempt to reduce damage ...

I replied with my attempt to reduce damage

https://www.fiberglassrv.com/board/index.ph...28160&st=15 (https://www.fiberglassrv.com/board/index.php?showtopic=28160&st=15)


Rick
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 03-20-2008, 02:27 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 9,787
Posted By Rick B
I am trying what I already had with an addition -...

I am trying what I already had with an addition - I have the broom sweep, but also had a large piece of rubber. I used the rubber to fill voids missed by the broom arrangement. Not sure how it will...
Forum: General Chat 03-18-2008, 08:24 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,031
Posted By Rick B
Karolyn - we are contemplating a trip into the US...

Karolyn - we are contemplating a trip into the US at Sumas in early April. The last time (2006) we had our cat food confiscated, despite buying the exact same product a few miles later in...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-16-2008, 03:10 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 26,215
Posted By Rick B
+++++++++++++++++++ I spent about 2 hours...

+++++++++++++++++++

I spent about 2 hours today, installing a 12 volt marine plug under the cupboard that is above the dinette. Bigfoot installs a false bottom to allow wire to pass through. I...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-10-2008, 12:01 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,108
Posted By Rick B
++++++++++++++ Perhaps try a local RV...

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Perhaps try a local RV dealer, as it seems that mine had to be customized to fit anyhow.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-06-2008, 10:31 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,729
Posted By Rick B
Great Mike, I have an infrared temp gauge, so...

Great Mike, I have an infrared temp gauge, so best to try this. Thanks for the tech information.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-06-2008, 09:04 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,729
Posted By Rick B
As I only have two 20 lb propane tanks in my new...

As I only have two 20 lb propane tanks in my new Bigfoot, and one tank is easier to access, I purchased a Grill Pro propane gauge from Home Depot. I had not used the propane for several months, and...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-06-2008, 08:53 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,108
Posted By Rick B
I got a gas valve for my 73 Boler's Wagonmaster...

I got a gas valve for my 73 Boler's Wagonmaster from the teamtrillium business in Calgary. It was a number of years ago, and I believe it was a universal unit, thinking it may have been called an...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 03-04-2008, 08:16 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 18,646
Posted By Rick B
+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ I have to...

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I have to check, but my water tank, I believe is forward of the axle, so with a 45 gal tank, I could certainly affect the tongue weight. I have 2 - 6 volt...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 03-03-2008, 09:11 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 18,646
Posted By Rick B
I have been after Bigfoot to release their new...

I have been after Bigfoot to release their new 2008 brochure, largely to determine the tongue weight of the new 25FB. I suspected it would be less than the 25RB, due to the RB having most of the...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 03-02-2008, 12:41 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 9,091
Posted By Rick B
+++++++++++++ When I contacted Bigfoot a...

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When I contacted Bigfoot a short while ago regarding their 2008 brochure, here was the response:

"Due to the small amount of changes from the 2007-2008 model year, we will not be...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 03-01-2008, 08:45 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 9,091
Posted By Rick B
++++++++++++++++ Despite the booklet in the...

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Despite the booklet in the trailer (9100 series), I removed the drawer under the fridge today and found that mine converter is a 45 amp 9200 series, with the built in charge...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 03-01-2008, 01:36 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 9,787
Posted By Rick B
+++++++++++ Checked Costco website - US yes,...

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Checked Costco website - US yes, Canada no.

I will see if I have the 1 inch clearance required and perhaps check at a few Costco stores in WA and OR as we are leaving in about 5...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 03-01-2008, 12:43 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 9,787
Posted By Rick B
Excellent topic George, as that was something I...

Excellent topic George, as that was something I was thinking about today>

My choice may be:

1) custom lined material fastened with removable 3m velcro, coupled with our 'grass skirt' bar that...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 02-27-2008, 07:52 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 9,091
Posted By Rick B
++++++++++++++ Checked tonight and mine is...

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Checked tonight and mine is the 9100 series, so I can buy a charge wizard.
Forum: General Chat 02-27-2008, 07:48 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 6,578
Posted By Rick B
We are getting a bargain here in Williams Lake at...

We are getting a bargain here in Williams Lake at $1.15 per litre :banana
Forum: General Chat 02-27-2008, 03:27 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 6,578
Posted By Rick B
We are here but one day at a time. A friend of...

We are here but one day at a time. A friend of mine, close to my age, had a stroke a few weeks back and now has paralysis on his right side, and unable to walk or speak. As long as I am able, I...
Forum: Classified Archives 02-27-2008, 09:18 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,389
Posted By Rick B
+++++++++++++++ Great Bruce. My wife has a...

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Great Bruce. My wife has a sewing hobby, so we thought some heavy fabric may work, attached with velcro tape but perhaps lino may be more servicable. We installed the 'grass...
Forum: Classified Archives 02-26-2008, 07:46 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,389
Posted By Rick B
Great trailer, Bruce, and I may have regretted...

Great trailer, Bruce, and I may have regretted getting the 25 footer over the 21. Looking at your trailer photo, I see a pad at the front. I assume they are for rock damage? What are they made of,...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 02-26-2008, 09:24 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 9,091
Posted By Rick B
++++++++++++++ I had hoped that mine had...

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I had hoped that mine had either the 9100 or 9200 Intellipower, so will have to go have a look. I recall that the 25 ft Bigfoot series have a 60 amp 'dc power converter (c/s...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 02-25-2008, 11:38 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 9,091
Posted By Rick B
George, if you are having a generator installed,...

George, if you are having a generator installed, why would there be a need for a 1500w inverter? Is the generator power not clean enough for the electronics?

Curious

Rick
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 02-25-2008, 08:07 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 9,091
Posted By Rick B
Thanks George. I will have to check to see if...

Thanks George. I will have to check to see if Bigfoot installed the 9200 series in my unit.

Rick
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