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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-06-2024, 09:49 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,380
Posted By floyd
I think that the composite floor answers a lot of...

I think that the composite floor answers a lot of buyers unfounded fears.
While I'm pretty confident that it will be fine,it will have to last more than twenty years(so far) in excellent shape to...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-21-2024, 07:21 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 496
Posted By floyd
Mine's 20years old and no leaks, except that...

Mine's 20years old and no leaks, except that front window (which leaked on the way home from the factory due to the bad gasket design)
The slider windows just need their tracks and drains kept clean.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-18-2024, 08:10 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 496
Posted By floyd
They quit using that window because they all leak...

They quit using that window because they all leak through the seal in that location when subjected to a moving trailer in the rain.
The good news is that it only wets the wet bath.
My final...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 12-19-2023, 04:46 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 864
Posted By floyd
Thanks, always interested in new ideas and even...

Thanks, always interested in new ideas and even upgrades (if they really are)


One big fat elephant in the room is price... No has mentioned the prices of the different models, installed of...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 12-18-2023, 10:37 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 864
Posted By floyd
Are they saying that they will advertise them,...

Are they saying that they will advertise them, but you must allow them to install it?
What do you suppose the installation costs? what about the unit/kit price?

Their aftermarket install looks a...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 12-02-2023, 11:28 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,356
Posted By floyd
Try getting run off the road by a semi on an icy...

Try getting run off the road by a semi on an icy road, you'll be glad to have a good set-up with the ability to control sway and trailer brakes.
Of course operator issues are always a factor.


...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 12-02-2023, 11:00 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,356
Posted By floyd
Properly equipped Tow Vehicle wins. Sure...

Properly equipped Tow Vehicle wins.


Sure I've got magnetic tow lights in my retrieval kit.
I've got Tekonsha P3s which can be switched from TV to TV. (simple plug-in) (I don't make...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 11-30-2023, 10:57 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,356
Posted By floyd
I ordered my present Ranger with a full tow...

I ordered my present Ranger with a full tow package and still had to attach an aftermarket controller to the provided OEM harness.

The several TVs before that had four-plugs but no hitch or...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 11-29-2023, 11:04 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,356
Posted By floyd
If its worth a hitch , it is worth an integrated ...

If its worth a hitch , it is worth an integrated brake controller.
Forum: Hi, I am.... 11-23-2023, 02:47 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 674
Posted By floyd
I understand your frustration with Fiberglass RV...

I understand your frustration with Fiberglass RV and even the rallies.

Please feel free to contact Deb and me and remember that you still have some friends or at least some "helpful...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 10-28-2023, 04:24 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,031
Posted By floyd
the screens are easily removed and installed on...

the screens are easily removed and installed on most Scamp windows...
They have tiny leaf springs on one end which are simply compressed to allow the screen to be tipped out.
If you want to clean...
Forum: Camp Cooking, Food & Recipes 10-22-2023, 08:47 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 7,335
Posted By floyd
Which commercial jet has a metal shell?

Which commercial jet has a metal shell?
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 10-16-2023, 06:13 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,379
Posted By floyd
I generally use Kendall Super-Blu (mostly due to...

I generally use Kendall Super-Blu (mostly due to its availability and pretty blue color)
There are lots of good quality wheel bearing greases available so any good brand will work fine.


Let's...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 10-16-2023, 10:17 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,379
Posted By floyd
It works of course.... However, my experience...

It works of course....
However, my experience in fleet service revealed that synthetic grease is relatively difficult to handle, clean and apply, without any commensurate advantage over...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 10-16-2023, 08:54 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,379
Posted By floyd
Not a big fan of synthetic grease for trailer...

Not a big fan of synthetic grease for trailer wheel bearings.


Any good lithium based grease is appropriate and is compatible with OEM.
It is also easier to service and therefore requires less...
Forum: General Chat 10-09-2023, 11:00 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 666
Posted By floyd
Zinsser Perma White is excellent for this...

Zinsser Perma White is excellent for this purpose.
It requires no primer and is available in indoor and outdoor versions.
It will work great for the latex coated ensolite walls.
It also works...
Forum: General Chat 10-07-2023, 09:46 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 816
Posted By floyd
I once owned one of these (A long time ago). If...

I once owned one of these (A long time ago).
If I recall ...I had found an article at the time claiming that a builder in Canada produced a very small number of these under license from Predom,...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 09-18-2023, 08:07 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,541
Posted By floyd
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7oD0VDNQCj8

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7oD0VDNQCj8
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 09-14-2023, 01:53 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,370
Posted By floyd
I think that the built in step is not an optimal ...

I think that the built in step is not an optimal solution for a Scamp.
1] The Scamp body rolls under which obscures a part of the step in a normal installation.

2]This sort of step generally...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 09-09-2023, 10:39 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,960
Posted By floyd
After adequate experience, subjective evidence is...

After adequate experience, subjective evidence is more than enough to justify the moderate price to obvious benefit ratio.
Your last sentence has merit and I have experience to support it for my...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 09-07-2023, 03:22 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 7,440
Posted By floyd
I carry about 6-7 gallons in the fresh water and...

I carry about 6-7 gallons in the fresh water and of course 6 in the water heater ... Scamp13D these two tanks are behind the axle and on opposite

sides of the trailer also my size 29 battery is...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-05-2023, 08:39 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 477
Posted By floyd
I have a Scamp13D and recently replaced the 22°...

I have a Scamp13D and recently replaced the 22° up axle which had 7" brakes. with a 0° axle which has 10" brakes.
GREAT improvement, especially the additional ground clearance.


The 7" brakes...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 09-04-2023, 07:16 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,960
Posted By floyd
:goodposting:

:goodposting:
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 09-04-2023, 10:25 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,960
Posted By floyd
Of course I know what a panhard bar is that's why...

Of course I know what a panhard bar is that's why I said what I said.


"Consider it to be analogous to a panhard bar on a car... not the same, but sort of analogous"

Although it is not the...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 09-03-2023, 02:08 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,960
Posted By floyd
I have used my friction sway device for nearly...

I have used my friction sway device for nearly two decades and I love it.


I tow a Scamp13D which is the best stock towing trailer in the industry, yet I still use the friction sway.
The trailer...
Forum: Fulltiming in a Molded Fiberglass Trailer 08-23-2023, 05:58 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,785
Posted By floyd
I agree with that 5000# limit on ANY truck with...

I agree with that 5000# limit on ANY truck with ANY RV trailer. Anything that big takes the "R" clean out of "RV".
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-18-2023, 08:33 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 647
Posted By floyd
The most common issue which fits your description...

The most common issue which fits your description is having installed the battery backwards.
This is because the positive wire is often black while the negative is white or red, causing the...
Forum: General Chat 08-18-2023, 11:24 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,337
Posted By floyd
Since my 20 YO trailer is still nearly as...

Since my 20 YO trailer is still nearly as functional and attractive as new, I would feel no compunction with going to an RV salvage yard and getting an RVIA badge if I wanted or needed one..
The RV...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-16-2023, 08:50 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 566
Posted By floyd
It probably just doesn't know the words!:okra

It probably just doesn't know the words!:okra
Forum: Fulltiming in a Molded Fiberglass Trailer 08-15-2023, 02:04 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,785
Posted By floyd
Maybe when Electric can be as efficient......

Maybe when Electric can be as efficient... costwise, rangewise, and environmentally! Until then... hype and propaganda just ain't enough for my budget.
Forum: General Chat 08-14-2023, 11:10 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,150
Posted By floyd
Enjoy your move up sizing to the 19. Now...

Enjoy your move up sizing to the 19.
Now someone will be getting new adventures in your 13.
Sounds like a win win!
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 08-13-2023, 09:10 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,454
Posted By floyd
Great video! Thanks Kenneth! Good info...

Great video! Thanks Kenneth!


Good info for those who couldn't make the Homecoming.


I have two small clarifications to add...


1] The two halves are completely fiberglassed together...
Forum: Fulltiming in a Molded Fiberglass Trailer 08-12-2023, 11:15 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,785
Posted By floyd
I did just that with OEM parts for my TC. There...

I did just that with OEM parts for my TC. There are minor issues which require non-OEM applications ... like power supply to the trailer battery.


The OEM tow package for the Maverick is really...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-11-2023, 09:56 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 805
Posted By floyd
lots of small tvs these days ues a power supply...

lots of small tvs these days ues a power supply instead of a cord, if that is the case, check the connection at the set to be sure it is plugged all the way in.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-11-2023, 07:28 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 805
Posted By floyd
you should be able to find the manual on the...

you should be able to find the manual on the internet
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-11-2023, 05:12 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,086
Posted By floyd
we named the trailer "Shelly because it was a...

we named the trailer "Shelly because it was a shell when we bought it.
I installed the shorter SMEV stove/sink combo, built a front dinette, and even built the closet above the bed with clearance...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-11-2023, 05:07 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,086
Posted By floyd
Notice that we eliminated the fold out table and...

Notice that we eliminated the fold out table and installed our wraparound couch with a pedestal table, this left the stock table to be used as shown.
Still the same thing could easily be done with...
Forum: Fulltiming in a Molded Fiberglass Trailer 08-11-2023, 04:51 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,785
Posted By floyd
Neither was the old 3/4 ton Chevy Van, and...

Neither was the old 3/4 ton Chevy Van, and neither is the new Ridgeline.


While the Hybrid would pull my Scamp, I wouldn't want it, in fact they eliminated me when they decided to force the AWD...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-11-2023, 10:28 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,086
Posted By floyd
We have also extended the bed down the hallway on...

We have also extended the bed down the hallway on our Scamp13D in order to make a "king" bed. We used the original table by shortening the leg.
here are photos...(of course you've already seen these)
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-11-2023, 10:18 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,086
Posted By floyd
We built "Shelly" (a project Scamp13) with a...

We built "Shelly" (a project Scamp13)
with a queen bed and it worked very well.
Contact me for more details if you wish.

Here are pictures...
Forum: Fulltiming in a Molded Fiberglass Trailer 08-11-2023, 10:00 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,785
Posted By floyd
Love the Maverick! It will hit the sweet spot...

Love the Maverick! It will hit the sweet spot between bargain and profit margin.


The problem with Ranger sales is not essentially demand....

It may well be that the Ranger is just too much...
Forum: Fulltiming in a Molded Fiberglass Trailer 08-10-2023, 07:49 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,785
Posted By floyd
While the Oliver would be more than I would...

While the Oliver would be more than I would choose to tow for recreation with ANY truck Brroberts is essentially correct in his intent. The Ranger will pull any "normal" sized fiberglass trailer....
Forum: General Chat 08-10-2023, 03:08 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,267
Posted By floyd
It is not exactly an actual Scamp promotion, nor...

It is not exactly an actual Scamp promotion, nor is it a scam.
The beer company hired Scamp to custom build the trailer for a promotion of their products. It is an awesome trailer and certainly...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 08-09-2023, 07:26 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 583
Posted By floyd
Yes, clean it up and forget about it ...the...

Yes, clean it up and forget about it ...the ratfur is normally exposed on the ceiling of the shower. Ours is still perfect after 19 years.
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 08-09-2023, 07:02 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,638
Posted By floyd
lower weight will yield much higher mileage. plus...

lower weight will yield much higher mileage. plus the Patriot has excellent Aero.
Moderate acceleration and reasonable cruising speed should yield 18 to 22MPG.
Forum: Fulltiming in a Molded Fiberglass Trailer 08-05-2023, 09:11 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,785
Posted By floyd
Thought you might like this if you haven't seen...

Thought you might like this if you haven't seen it...:rolleyes:


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kVCgKjibR-U
Forum: Fulltiming in a Molded Fiberglass Trailer 08-05-2023, 09:00 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,785
Posted By floyd
Even when towing our Scamp, we can drive 6 hours...

Even when towing our Scamp, we can drive 6 hours (nearly 400 miles) on the highway on a full tank.
At my age I seldom want to go that far without a respite.
Of course if you get out west into...
Forum: Fulltiming in a Molded Fiberglass Trailer 08-05-2023, 11:06 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,785
Posted By floyd
Well ... enjoy YOUR big ol' truck...

Well ... enjoy YOUR big ol' truck then!:slap::banana




https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ykXfo50MDxs
Forum: Fulltiming in a Molded Fiberglass Trailer 08-04-2023, 10:43 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,785
Posted By floyd
Ranger Tongue weight rating ...750# Tow...

Ranger

Tongue weight rating ...750#
Tow rating....7500#

0-60 ...6.0 secomds (supercab 2WD)

Payload ....1860#
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 08-04-2023, 09:21 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,182
Posted By floyd
Great price! Nice size and it looks like it would...

Great price! Nice size and it looks like it would be perfect for a trailer with no shower if you were replacing a hand pump faucet wit a regular faucet!
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