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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
02-14-2011, 09:08 PM
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1980 17.5 Bigfoot Axle and Brakes
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Steve C.
I strongly agree with Andrew - this would be...
I strongly agree with Andrew - this would be extremely risky, as dropped axles are not designed to work upside down for exactly the reasons mentioned. Spring/U bolt failure and suspension collapse...
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
02-14-2011, 12:14 AM
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New axle and wheel size for Bigfoot 17?
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Steve C.
I doubt you will notice much difference in ride...
I doubt you will notice much difference in ride stiffness. You are adding shocks, which will reduce any bounce (a source of more wear and tear than increased spring stiffness IMHO). If you are still...
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
02-13-2011, 01:59 PM
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New axle and wheel size for Bigfoot 17?
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Steve C.
While I mentioned that a 3500lb axle would be...
While I mentioned that a 3500lb axle would be adequate, especially for the older 17 Bigfoots, upgrading the axle is probably a good idea if you are replacing it anyway. It is likely the springs,...
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
02-12-2011, 08:46 PM
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New axle and wheel size for Bigfoot 17?
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8,490
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Steve C.
Replacing the original drop axle with a straight...
Replacing the original drop axle with a straight axle is a simple bolt on operation - no welding. If you decide to go with a higher capacity axle, just be sure the stronger springs have the same eye...
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
02-11-2011, 11:12 PM
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New axle and wheel size for Bigfoot 17?
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8,490
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Steve C.
It is not really necessary to upgrade your brakes...
It is not really necessary to upgrade your brakes if you are upgrading to 15 inch rims, but the taller and wider tires might not fit inside the fender skirts. Bigfoot went to 15 inch tires for the...
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
10-12-2010, 09:02 PM
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Question - how much can a GMC Envoy pull?
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Steve C.
The tow rating will depend on the axle ratio of...
The tow rating will depend on the axle ratio of your standard length Envoy and if it is 4 wheel drive or not. The 2002 Envoy owners manual...
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
09-26-2010, 08:37 PM
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Crimping Battery Cable Lugs
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6,074
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Steve C.
I used a hammer crimper on my heavy gauge cables...
I used a hammer crimper on my heavy gauge cables then heated the lugs with a propane torch and flowed rosin core solder into the joint. Seems very secure to me - the crimp provides mechanical...
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
06-12-2010, 11:06 PM
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Check your rubber tire valve stems
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Steve C.
Sorry if this is old news, I must have missed the...
Sorry if this is old news, I must have missed the previous post. Still, the condition of the valve stems shocked me, I have never seen this amount of deterioration in such a short time.
Steve.
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
06-12-2010, 05:04 PM
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Check your rubber tire valve stems
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3,902
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Steve C.
I was checking the air pressure in my 2 year old...
I was checking the air pressure in my 2 year old tires the other day, and discovered that the rubber valve stems were seriously cracked. I was very surprised, as my trailer is stored under cover and...
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
04-02-2010, 10:42 AM
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Weights:"older model","later model" 17 ' Bigfo
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4,841
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Steve C.
Joe,I suppose you could reinforce the axle in...
Joe,I suppose you could reinforce the axle in this fashion, but I think it would be better to check the actual weight of your trailer to see if anything is required. If you are near the capacity...
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
04-01-2010, 01:43 PM
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Weights:"older model","later model" 17 ' Bigfo
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Steve C.
Joe, I would recommend using the WD hitch, it...
Joe, I would recommend using the WD hitch, it will make towing safer and smoother. You could just remove the tension bars when the roads were really rough if you have concerns about the frame...
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
03-28-2010, 12:35 PM
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Weights:"older model","later model" 17 ' Bigfo
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4,841
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Steve C.
One other thing that is not often mentioned is...
One other thing that is not often mentioned is the fact that the use of a weight distribution hitch transfers a significant portion of the tongue weight back onto the trailer axle as well as to the...
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
03-23-2010, 08:31 PM
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Axle replacement on Bigfoot 15B17CB
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9,155
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Steve C.
Thanks for your input, there does indeed seem to...
Thanks for your input, there does indeed seem to be a wide range of weights, but perhaps it is not so much of a puzzle.
Yes, the early units do weigh much less, but over the years much more optional...
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
03-22-2010, 08:14 PM
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Axle replacement on Bigfoot 15B17CB
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Steve C.
I installed a straight 5200lb 3" diameter axle...
I installed a straight 5200lb 3" diameter axle under my 15B17CB due to load concerns a few years ago. I used new springs rated for 2050lbs each, which looked very similar to the original springs and...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
01-28-2010, 09:28 PM
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2003 Bigfoot 15B17CB roof damage
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Steve C.
I own a 2000 15B17CB with a Dometic BriskAir air...
I own a 2000 15B17CB with a Dometic BriskAir air conditioner installed and the bath door clears it by about 1/8 inch at the nearest point which is when the door is three quarters open. The clearance...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
01-09-2010, 07:04 PM
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solar controller mounting for Boler
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Steve C.
I would not recommend installing the controller...
I would not recommend installing the controller in your battery box, vented or not. Fumes from the battery would likely corrode and destroy the controller, and there is always the remote...
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
09-14-2009, 12:04 AM
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17Ft Bigfoot Axle - bent?
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Posted By
Steve C.
Yes, tires leaning inwards on Bigfoot 17's is...
Yes, tires leaning inwards on Bigfoot 17's is pretty common with age. This is because most are pushing the 3500lb axle rating and with time will bend the axle. As several have stated, the axle...
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
09-02-2009, 10:30 PM
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Aluminum Rims in Canada?
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Posted By
Steve C.
I believe I ordered them from rjays.com, as they...
I believe I ordered them from rjays.com, as they had good prices at the time and offered a choice of shipping methods to Canada.
The Kumho 857s have a good reputation, and would be a very good...
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
09-02-2009, 07:47 PM
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Aluminum Rims in Canada?
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7,926
Posted By
Steve C.
Hi Mike, The example you mentioned only has...
Hi Mike,
The example you mentioned only has 6000 lbs on 4 wheels, or roughly 1500lbs per wheel. A 4000lb Bigfoot will load it's 2 wheels at closer to 1850lbs each wheel when weight transfer from...
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
09-02-2009, 12:09 AM
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Aluminum Rims in Canada?
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7,926
Posted By
Steve C.
I could not find any aluminum trailer rims in...
I could not find any aluminum trailer rims in Canada at a decent price so I just ordered from the U.S.
You are wise not to use automotive aluminum wheels, they are simply not designed for the...
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Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators
07-23-2009, 07:06 PM
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Adding second battery
Views:
8,503
Posted By
Steve C.
Bill, Be sure to shop around for the best price...
Bill, Be sure to shop around for the best price on the T1275, I found that golf cart dealers had better pricing than battery or autopart dealers in my area. Quotes I received varied by more than...
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Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators
07-22-2009, 09:57 PM
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Adding second battery
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8,503
Posted By
Steve C.
Yes, I agree, but some of us don't have room on...
Yes, I agree, but some of us don't have room on the tongue for multiple batteries and don't want to give up the already limited storage space inside the trailer to extra batteries. There may be not...
Forum:
Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators
07-21-2009, 08:33 PM
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19
Adding second battery
Views:
8,503
Posted By
Steve C.
Hi Don, Thanks for the clarification, I thought...
Hi Don,
Thanks for the clarification, I thought it must have something to do with the extended top up time required for full charge. In the full sun I am able to easily achieve this with my...
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Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators
07-20-2009, 11:03 PM
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19
Adding second battery
Views:
8,503
Posted By
Steve C.
Hi Don, I fully agree with not discharging...
Hi Don,
I fully agree with not discharging below 50% for best battery life, along with your other battery recommendations.
I am, however, interested in why one would only recharge to 80% with a...
Forum:
Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators
07-20-2009, 08:10 PM
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19
Adding second battery
Views:
8,503
Posted By
Steve C.
I'm not sure that there is enough room in the...
I'm not sure that there is enough room in the front "A" frame for two batteries on the Bigfoot 17. I think the larger Bigfoots have just enough extra size using smaller propane tanks (same 20lbs...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
06-24-2009, 07:10 PM
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Bigfoot B17CB issues...help!!!
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3,544
Posted By
Steve C.
Board problems are very common in 90's Dometic...
Board problems are very common in 90's Dometic refrigerators, in fact, recently two of my friends have experienced similar symptoms and both ended up with replacement boards. I replaced my still...
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
06-09-2009, 07:17 PM
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8
Do I need a WDH
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3,534
Posted By
Steve C.
Go with the WD class 3 hitch, but I'm uncertain...
Go with the WD class 3 hitch, but I'm uncertain what you mean about "forgo using the brakes on the trailer". Functioning trailer brakes are legally required in B.C. for this weight of travel trailer,...
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
03-29-2009, 07:12 PM
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14
Lowering Bigfoot
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3,717
Posted By
Steve C.
Denise, your axle has been "flipped", the spring...
Denise, your axle has been "flipped", the spring perches have been removed and rewelded on the top of the axle and the axle located under the springs. All early (pre 2003) 17 foot Bigfoots had a 4"...
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
12-02-2008, 08:39 PM
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16
Trailer Tire facts info
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4,581
Posted By
Steve C.
Not true of all trailer tires, Cooper Custom...
Not true of all trailer tires, Cooper Custom Trailer Plus tires have a 113 S rating, which is 1150kg and 112 mph. They are only available in ST225/75R15 load range D, and are the tires I currently...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
10-03-2007, 07:45 PM
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10
Inteli-Power Converter installation
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8,221
Posted By
Steve C.
The potential problem with just tapping into your...
The potential problem with just tapping into your existing wiring would be possible overheating and failure of the existing wiring. This converter is capable of outputting 45 amps which may be...
Forum:
General Chat
07-10-2007, 05:43 PM
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25
Realistic Tow/Cargo Weights
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9,589
Posted By
Steve C.
No, the 2004 and earlier 17' Bigfoots were all...
No, the 2004 and earlier 17' Bigfoots were all 1500 series, the 2500 series 17.5' started production in 2005 when the 17' was discontinued.
The 1500 series refer to 1" R6 insulated walls while the...
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General Chat
07-10-2007, 05:34 PM
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25
Realistic Tow/Cargo Weights
Views:
9,589
Posted By
Steve C.
The manufacturer's dry weights are useless for...
The manufacturer's dry weights are useless for deciding what tow vehicle is required. There is no consistency in what constitutes "dry" - and options will add a lot of extra weight. Most people...
Forum:
General Chat
07-10-2007, 03:44 PM
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8
Prodigy Brake Controller Installation
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2,140
Posted By
Steve C.
Yes, trailer brakes will be included, it is...
Yes, trailer brakes will be included, it is probably illegal to tow trailers of this weight in most if not all areas of North America without brakes.
Yes, Bigfoot uses electric brakes for trailers...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
07-06-2007, 11:29 PM
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35
Raising Bigfoot for more clearance??
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13,320
Posted By
Steve C.
Bob, The square spacer has been added, the...
Bob,
The square spacer has been added, the 2004 17' Bigfoots all came with straight underslung (springs under axle) 3500lb axles. I believe all previous versions used the 4" drop axle, but I'm not...
Forum:
General Chat
06-26-2007, 06:59 PM
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2008 Bigfoot Xtreme Trailer
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13,296
Posted By
Steve C.
While it is difficult to say for sure, from the...
While it is difficult to say for sure, from the pictures, I would guess that the visually taller Xtreme could be using a straight axle instead of the 4" drop axle employed on the regular 17.5...
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
06-21-2007, 11:00 PM
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9
nose mask for Bigfoot
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3,033
Posted By
Steve C.
B)--><div class='quotemain'> I am wondering how...
B)--><div class='quotemain'>
I am wondering how effective those broom style thingies are that hang below your hitch and parallel the bumper?
Thanks
Rick [/quote]
I was told, by one who had used...
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
06-21-2007, 09:08 PM
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9
nose mask for Bigfoot
Views:
3,033
Posted By
Steve C.
Rick, You might want to consider 3M...
Rick,
You might want to consider 3M protective film, certainly not cheap, but also does not detract from the trailer's appearance. A friend of mine had it applied to his Bigfoot several years ago,...
Forum:
Modifications, Alterations and Updates
06-21-2007, 08:01 PM
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6
Adding AC & External Shower to 17' 06 Bigfoot?
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2,913
Posted By
Steve C.
1. AC is a common dealer installed option - no...
1. AC is a common dealer installed option - no problem. I believe an '06 would have the 120V wiring already installed to the roof vent area. This pre-wire has been standard since at least 2000, and...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
06-17-2007, 04:08 PM
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Raising Bigfoot for more clearance??
Views:
13,320
Posted By
Steve C.
Brian, You are correct, I wasn't thinking -...
Brian,
You are correct, I wasn't thinking - I should have said positive offset. I will edit my original post to reflect the proper information.
Thanks,
Steve.
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
06-17-2007, 11:24 AM
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Raising Bigfoot for more clearance??
Views:
13,320
Posted By
Steve C.
Tom, I'm surprised the 15" tires fit inside...
Tom,
I'm surprised the 15" tires fit inside the fender skirts at all. I wonder if the axle is narrower than original, or if positive offset rims were used as there isn't a whole lot of clearance...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
06-15-2007, 08:54 PM
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Raising Bigfoot for more clearance??
Views:
13,320
Posted By
Steve C.
When I purchased my new to me 17' Bigfoot a...
When I purchased my new to me 17' Bigfoot a number of years ago, one of the first modifications I did was to raise the trailer. I bent the tongue jack in the first 5 minutes of ownership just going...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
06-12-2007, 07:05 PM
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Raising Bigfoot for more clearance??
Views:
13,320
Posted By
Steve C.
Tom, No, you should not rotate the axle 180,...
Tom,
No, you should not rotate the axle 180, trailer axles are cambered (bent upwards in the center) to become more straight under load and keep the tires reasonably perpendicular to the road....
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Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
04-27-2007, 07:50 PM
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Axle and springs
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3,131
Posted By
Steve C.
Update; I have begun to do some work on my 17'...
Update;
I have begun to do some work on my 17' Bigfoot suspension, and found that the springs on my unit are five leaf with an arc length of 12 5/8" X 12 5/8"- free height 3.5" - free length 23.5"...
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Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
04-06-2007, 10:07 PM
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Is there such a thing as a 15 foot Bigfoot?
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6,916
Posted By
Steve C.
As Roger has pointed out, the 25B175 is very...
As Roger has pointed out, the 25B175 is very different from the 15B17. The actual difference in overall length may be more like 10", as Bigfoot's specs show the 15B17 as 16'7" overall versus 17'5"...
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Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
03-29-2007, 09:33 PM
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Is there such a thing as a 15 foot Bigfoot?
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6,916
Posted By
Steve C.
I don't think Bigfoot ever made a 15' version,...
I don't think Bigfoot ever made a 15' version, they made a 17' up until 2004 when it was replaced by the 17.5 foot version for 05. There may be some confusion regarding how the units are measured -...
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Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
10-27-2006, 10:21 PM
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Winter Storage - in very wet climate
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14,311
Posted By
Steve C.
Kurt, I have used a 120V heater ( tip-over...
Kurt,
I have used a 120V heater ( tip-over protected) for a number of years during storage in the winter and have never had any problems with moisture or mold. I use a standard 120V household...
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Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
10-17-2006, 10:55 PM
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Axle and springs
Views:
3,131
Posted By
Steve C.
David, I don't think there should be a huge...
David,
I don't think there should be a huge problem obtaining the correct length springs. It would probably be best to remove the "good spring" and measure it in the unloaded state to confirm the...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
09-29-2006, 02:04 AM
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2
Magnetek 6325 circuit breaker
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4,473
Posted By
Steve C.
Yves, You should be able to find a matching...
Yves,
You should be able to find a matching breaker at almost any large electrical supplier - just remove an existing one and take it in to match it up. The breakers are the same as domestic...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
08-01-2006, 07:36 PM
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7
Bigfoot 17.5 empty weight
Views:
10,469
Posted By
Steve C.
I have done some research on an axle replacement...
I have done some research on an axle replacement - if you are buying a new axle, just specify an underslung straight axle to replace the old 4" drop axle. I currently have a 3500 lb straight axle...
Forum:
Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
07-31-2006, 09:47 PM
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Battery Monitor
Views:
5,917
Posted By
Steve C.
I use the Xantrex link 10, and highly recommended...
I use the Xantrex link 10, and highly recommended this device. It is so much more informative and more accurate than the simple led displays, for me, it is worth every penny of it's price.
Steve.
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