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Forum: Forum Admin, News & Announcements 04-14-2024, 08:04 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 472
Posted By Kevin A
Absolutely, Mother Nature would be very welcome...

Absolutely, Mother Nature would be very welcome at our Pink Elephant Rally at Pikes Peak State Park in northeast Iowa during the weekend of June 21-23. There will be several brands of FG trailers...
Forum: Forum Admin, News & Announcements 04-13-2024, 07:13 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 472
Posted By Kevin A
I’m not familiar with this rally. Is it located...

I’m not familiar with this rally. Is it located at Mosquito Lake State Park in northeast Ohio? How did you run across the rally? I can’t find any mention of it when I search FiberglassRV. Sorry I...
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Upcoming) 04-12-2024, 07:31 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,689
Posted By Kevin A
Because we are such rebels, we’ve booked just...

Because we are such rebels, we’ve booked just outside the designated loop on site 55! Oct. 8 - 14.
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Upcoming) 04-10-2024, 06:13 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,689
Posted By Kevin A
Still no luck getting a site reservation. Sites...

Still no luck getting a site reservation. Sites aren’t marked just unavailable, they are marked R for reserved for the dates around the rally. My guess is there is a glitch in the reservation system,...
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Upcoming) 04-08-2024, 07:06 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,689
Posted By Kevin A
I’m finding the same thing as of this morning. I...

I’m finding the same thing as of this morning. I first thought it was because perhaps they don’t open the 6 month reservations until a later time (like noon). But that doesn’t explain the 3 sites...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-04-2024, 04:53 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 551
Posted By Kevin A
The door on our 1988 Bigfoot Silver Cloud was...

The door on our 1988 Bigfoot Silver Cloud was also in bad shape when we bought the trailer in 2016. So was the fridge. We found a small RV repair place in suburban Chicago that was able to order and...
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Upcoming) 03-25-2024, 07:24 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,689
Posted By Kevin A
Sounds like Barry has volunteered to run a future...

Sounds like Barry has volunteered to run a future rally! LOL!
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Upcoming) 03-22-2024, 08:14 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,089
Posted By Kevin A
It’s great to see so many familiar names and new...

It’s great to see so many familiar names and new folks, too! We have 27 identified people on our list so far (14 trailers).
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Upcoming) 03-21-2024, 08:22 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,089
Posted By Kevin A
Thanks everyone! Just a quick note for folks...

Thanks everyone! Just a quick note for folks coming down from the north…the bridge at Lansing will be closed for a while, so you will need to stay on the Wisconsin side down to Prairie du Chien.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-21-2024, 08:11 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,655
Posted By Kevin A
What sits behind those fiberglass sections that...

What sits behind those fiberglass sections that are slightly too wide? Could a section be removed so that the camper can then be dropped down over the truck lamp housing edges?
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Upcoming) 03-16-2024, 05:37 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,089
Posted By Kevin A
Reservations for the Pink Elephant Rally at Pikes...

Reservations for the Pink Elephant Rally at Pikes Peak State Park in N.E. Iowa are now opening up for the week of June 17. Remember that you can book reservations 3 months prior to the date you wish...
Forum: General Chat 02-21-2024, 03:03 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 4,714
Posted By Kevin A
Here is from their website. Not sure exactly how...

Here is from their website. Not sure exactly how the frame would handle collision damage. Not sure how molded-in gray and black tanks would be handled for damage, either. Is this how boat tanks are...
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Upcoming) 02-11-2024, 08:54 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,836
Posted By Kevin A
Pam, when does the two-week hold begin? Or would...

Pam, when does the two-week hold begin? Or would I need to ask Carol? (For example, holding March 6-20 or something else.)Thanks!
Forum: Hi, I am.... 02-10-2024, 08:57 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 788
Posted By Kevin A
Welcome, Eugenia! You will find lots of...

Welcome, Eugenia! You will find lots of informative folks here.
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 02-10-2024, 08:56 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,294
Posted By Kevin A
Lots of good advice here. I had to chuckle,...

Lots of good advice here. I had to chuckle, though, about the advice from the dealership about the fact that longer, lower profile trailers like the Bigfoot don’t sway. Any ball-pull trailer can sway...
Forum: General Chat 01-25-2024, 08:03 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 4,714
Posted By Kevin A
I still have to say my original opinion of the...

I still have to say my original opinion of the name of this trailer holds that it is offensive. To have the owner/manufacturer of this trailer company state in the linked magazine review that they...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 12-18-2023, 05:14 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,079
Posted By Kevin A
I’ve been searching for fitting like these but...

I’ve been searching for fitting like these but haven’t had any luck. However, my guess is they are made to twist open and closed. Gently try to turn one counterclockwise to see if it will open. A...
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Upcoming) 12-01-2023, 07:56 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,886
Posted By Kevin A
Sorry that we can’t join everyone in 2024. Our...

Sorry that we can’t join everyone in 2024. Our grand-daughter has her Bat Mitzvah and other activities during the period usually covered by the 4 Bs and Eggs Ala Bourbon this year, so we’re going to...
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Upcoming) 11-14-2023, 11:18 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,609
Posted By Kevin A
Just reserved site 161 in the Spruce full hookup...

Just reserved site 161 in the Spruce full hookup loop for the Andersons from May 14-20.
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Upcoming) 11-13-2023, 08:18 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,609
Posted By Kevin A
Thanks, Maureen. We stayed in the Spruce Loop in...

Thanks, Maureen. We stayed in the Spruce Loop in August and it was very nice. See you in May!
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-01-2023, 04:38 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,061
Posted By Kevin A
Thanks for the replies and the suggestions. Best...

Thanks for the replies and the suggestions. Best of luck, Perry!
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-01-2023, 08:28 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,061
Posted By Kevin A
Sorry to hear about your axle! Just curious…does...

Sorry to hear about your axle! Just curious…does the $500 cover axle and installation? How are you handling the foam under the trailer over the axle? What type of place would do the repair? Thanks. I...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 09-07-2023, 06:35 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 774
Posted By Kevin A
Thanks for the suggestions. After isolating the...

Thanks for the suggestions. After isolating the possible problem areas, it turned out to be the old GFCI on the same circuit in the bathroom. After replacement, we’ve had no more issues and we’ve...
Forum: NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade 09-02-2023, 07:04 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,242
Posted By Kevin A
Click on the link above the pictures for full...

Click on the link above the pictures for full info. $13,500 I believe.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-31-2023, 09:26 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 774
Posted By Kevin A
Oops…I left that step out of my description. Yes,...

Oops…I left that step out of my description. Yes, I tried the original setup first with nothing plugged in except for the old GFCI and it did trip the breaker at home, too. Thanks!
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-31-2023, 07:51 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 774
Posted By Kevin A
Thanks to everyone for the suggestions. We got...

Thanks to everyone for the suggestions. We got back home yesterday and we have a dedicated 30 amp power hookup for when we want our trailer plugged in. I started the investigation by removing the...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-29-2023, 03:04 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 774
Posted By Kevin A
Single Breaker Keeps Tripping

Ah, the fun of maintaining a 35 year-old camper. Today our 30 amp breaker on the campground power pole tripped. After working with the park electrician, we narrowed it down to one circuit/breaker in...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-14-2023, 10:35 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,162
Posted By Kevin A
OK, I’ now not sure of my answer, either, and it...

OK, I’ now not sure of my answer, either, and it is pouring rain today, so I’ll check later. Thanks. I just read your response wrong.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-14-2023, 10:09 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,162
Posted By Kevin A
Thanks, Bill. My hubs are directly out from the...

Thanks, Bill. My hubs are directly out from the axles, so they must be torsion axles. Sounds definitely like replacements are needed just from age alone.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-14-2023, 07:31 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,162
Posted By Kevin A
Thanks, Charles. I’ll have to find a...

Thanks, Charles. I’ll have to find a truck/trailer shop that can determine what type of axles I have underneath all that foam insulation. Another Bigfoot owner pegged them at probably torsion axles...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-10-2023, 07:26 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,162
Posted By Kevin A
Once again, thanks for the comments and ideas. I...

Once again, thanks for the comments and ideas. I will spend some time looking around for a truck/trailer shop that can check, repair, and replace axles.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-06-2023, 11:09 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,162
Posted By Kevin A
Thanks for helpful suggestions. Even though the...

Thanks for helpful suggestions. Even though the spare looks like new after 9 years and has no tiny cracks, I found that it is a different load ID (D) than the new tires (E). I’m going to replace it...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-05-2023, 06:22 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,162
Posted By Kevin A
Final question for now: Does a never used “new in...

Final question for now: Does a never used “new in 2016” spare tire age out like the other trailer tires? My spare has only ridden covered on the back of the trailer. The tread is pristine but the...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-03-2023, 09:25 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,162
Posted By Kevin A
Thanks for all the helpful comments. I will try...

Thanks for all the helpful comments. I will try to take some measurements and temps as mentioned and keep an eye on the new tires being put on next week. I’m also doing the wheel bearings to make...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-02-2023, 05:13 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,162
Posted By Kevin A
Severe Wear on Front Tandem Axle Tires

I realize that this may be an axle issue rather than ProPride hitch related, so I’m posting this in a couple places. Here is my issue: We have a 1988 Bigfoot Silver Cloud travel trailer with the...
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 07-19-2023, 05:41 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 5,049
Posted By Kevin A
Cindy and I have unfortunately cancelled our...

Cindy and I have unfortunately cancelled our reservation for site 224 starting Oct. 10. Hope everyone has fun at the new Fall location!
Forum: Hi, I am.... 07-05-2023, 07:53 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 402
Posted By Kevin A
Welcome, Patrick!

Welcome, Patrick!
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 06-19-2023, 07:13 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,627
Posted By Kevin A
Paul, you are responding to a thread that is 10...

Paul, you are responding to a thread that is 10 years old. Just be aware that the original poster may no longer be on this forum.
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 05-25-2023, 07:30 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,533
Posted By Kevin A
To JChaney…Site 29 is definitely not level. You...

To JChaney…Site 29 is definitely not level. You will have a pretty good upward rise as you back in. Be sure to bring several blocks to put under your front jack to help level. Many sites are not very...
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 05-15-2023, 06:46 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,078
Posted By Kevin A
Thanks, Roger and Joanne!

Thanks, Roger and Joanne!
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-13-2023, 07:00 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,271
Posted By Kevin A
Unless it has been modified, there should be a...

Unless it has been modified, there should be a drain valve under the trailer near the fresh water tank to drain off any leftover water when you are finished camping. Generally it looks like a small...
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 05-04-2023, 05:58 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 5,567
Posted By Kevin A
Kevin and Cindy would like to attend the VFW...

Kevin and Cindy would like to attend the VFW supper, too.
Forum: Hi, I am.... 04-17-2023, 07:47 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 717
Posted By Kevin A
Battery cut off switches were not standard on...

Battery cut off switches were not standard on Burros at that time (if ever). Removing wires from the battery posts were what we had to do if we wanted to disconnect power.
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 04-14-2023, 07:43 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,078
Posted By Kevin A
A big Thanks to folks for responding about...

A big Thanks to folks for responding about reserved sites. See everybody soon!
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 04-12-2023, 08:00 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 5,049
Posted By Kevin A
We just made a reservation for site 224 from Oct...

We just made a reservation for site 224 from Oct 10-15. Plenty of open sites in the loop, yet.
Forum: NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade 04-11-2023, 10:27 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,091
Posted By Kevin A
Beautiful unit! Best of luck with your sale. The...

Beautiful unit! Best of luck with your sale. The price seems very reasonable, too. We were looking for one of these back in 2006, but found a UHaul VT first. Now we’re in a 28’ Bigfoot Silver Cloud....
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 04-07-2023, 08:09 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,078
Posted By Kevin A
Don, Per your question in Private Messages,...

Don,
Per your question in Private Messages, here are some suggestions from Iowa Dave. I tried sending you a message, but I’m not sure it went through.

SE Iowa camping
Places I’ve stayed or...
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 04-05-2023, 05:14 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,078
Posted By Kevin A
MelissaR, Thanks for the suggestions for...

MelissaR,
Thanks for the suggestions for alternate campgrounds. We heard from several campers at our first rally when we suggested a Wisconsin campground that it might turn off people from attending...
Forum: General Chat 04-05-2023, 09:59 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 352
Posted By Kevin A
Pink elephant location change!

Due to the fact that Pikes Peak State Park has given no indication when they may open the campground for use this season, Cindy and I are making the decision to take the Pink Elephant Rally to the...
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 04-05-2023, 09:51 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,078
Posted By Kevin A
Pink elephant rally - important location change!

Due to the fact that Pikes Peak State Park has given no indication when they may open the campground for use this season, Cindy and I are making the decision to take the Pink Elephant Rally to the...
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