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Oregon Gatherings
06-19-2010, 10:06 AM
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Cancellations & Looking for Sites
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11,201
Posted By
Pat R
I just talked to Steve on the phone and he is...
I just talked to Steve on the phone and he is going to take over site B37. Sure wish we could go, but I am sure that Steve will do a great job filling in for us. Have fun everyone
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Oregon Gatherings
06-17-2010, 07:24 PM
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Cancellations & Looking for Sites
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11,201
Posted By
Pat R
If anyone is interested in this spot they need to...
If anyone is interested in this spot they need to let me know very soon. I will be doing research away from my internet source for 3-4 weeks. I have to leave tomorrow afternoon 6-18-2010 and if I...
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Oregon Gatherings
06-14-2010, 01:32 PM
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Cancellations & Looking for Sites
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11,201
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Pat R
Sadly, I cannot attend the festivities. College...
Sadly, I cannot attend the festivities. College summer school. So, site B37 (arriving July 15th and leaving the 19th is open) I have not canceled it yet. But will have to soon. PM me or leave me...
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
11-14-2009, 06:01 PM
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New Scamp owner
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6,681
Posted By
Pat R
Sure is looking great. One word of advice. Take...
Sure is looking great. One word of advice. Take your time and just don't hurry yourself. Get in a hurry and you make mistakes. Every now and then put your tools down and relax. Trust me, you...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
11-14-2009, 02:52 PM
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Scamp Door Seal
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11,963
Posted By
Pat R
I did the same as Donna and have never had a...
I did the same as Donna and have never had a problem at all.
Forum:
Oregon Gatherings
10-17-2009, 09:52 PM
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Look Who's Coming to the Gathering - Adults!
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10,959
Posted By
Pat R
Pat and Rhonda will be in Site B37. This will be...
Pat and Rhonda will be in Site B37. This will be our first Gathering. Arriving 15th and leaving the 19th.
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
08-22-2009, 08:49 AM
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Too Much Febreze
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15,543
Posted By
Pat R
Didn't have time to really read this whole...
Didn't have time to really read this whole thread... But, have you used a Dehumidifier to get rid of all possible moisture? Actually dont know if that would help or not. I use one in my basement...
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Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
08-22-2009, 08:37 AM
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A&E Trimline Awning
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5,681
Posted By
Pat R
I have one on my 13' Scamp. IMO, the only way to...
I have one on my 13' Scamp. IMO, the only way to go. Easy to set up, easy to put away. Simply cant go wrong with one. Wouldn't go any other way. Not only does the Bag Awning look really good, it...
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Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
06-28-2009, 09:10 PM
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New Guy. Just brought home an '86 13' Burro
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3,190
Posted By
Pat R
Enjoy. I pull my 13' Scamp with my Jeep...
Enjoy. I pull my 13' Scamp with my Jeep Wrangler. No problems. Just gotta be on the lookout for stop distances. Never had a problem.
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Classified Archives
06-08-2009, 10:25 AM
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1972 Compact Jr. Tacoma Washington
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4,156
Posted By
Pat R
How long have you lived on Vashon? I am from...
How long have you lived on Vashon? I am from there (many years ago). Would have graduated in 1974, but moved away in 72.
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Classified Archives
06-07-2009, 09:21 PM
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2003 16' Scamp
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1,758
Posted By
Pat R
Kinda hard to really see but, does it have a...
Kinda hard to really see but, does it have a bathroom? And is it still for sale?
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
05-26-2009, 07:05 PM
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custom fitting a memory foam mattress
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8,076
Posted By
Pat R
I just put 3-4" memory in my 13' Scamp a couple...
I just put 3-4" memory in my 13' Scamp a couple days ago. Just made an outline of my cushions with a sharpie and took a sharp razor blade and made about 3 passes. No problems at all. I would...
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
05-08-2009, 08:30 PM
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Boler American - New Countertop
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6,963
Posted By
Pat R
Looks really good. MDF is strong and pretty lite...
Looks really good. MDF is strong and pretty lite weight too. Keep the pictures coming.
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
05-03-2009, 08:46 AM
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Okay, admit it! You all photo shopped those perfect pics!
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6,252
Posted By
Pat R
That is the exact same thing I do. Looks great...
That is the exact same thing I do. Looks great and is really easy to do.
Forum:
Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
08-14-2008, 07:44 PM
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Anyone use "Awesome Spray Cleaner"??
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28,525
Posted By
Pat R
Whoooooa... What kinda stores do you go to? ...
Whoooooa... What kinda stores do you go to? Sounds nasty.
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
08-13-2008, 07:46 PM
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New cushion covers - is there a no-sewing solution?
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19,781
Posted By
Pat R
That is what I was thinking. It is really easy. ...
That is what I was thinking. It is really easy. Just buy a staple gun for $20.00 or so and staple the fabric to the plywood. Really, really easy and looks great. I have done it many times.
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
07-09-2008, 08:56 PM
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The Lass That Made The bed To me
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6,891
Posted By
Pat R
Sadly, my Lass just uses the Egg. She has no...
Sadly, my Lass just uses the Egg. She has no interest to contribute ideas or effort.... Sooooo.... I just jump in and do it myself.
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
07-07-2008, 08:32 PM
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New owner of Casita 04 with moldy smell
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11,499
Posted By
Pat R
Donna is right on here. Clean the walls with a...
Donna is right on here. Clean the walls with a carpet cleaner (Go to a rental store, they are good units) then I would tear the carpet out and replace with a nice pergo type stuff. Heck you would...
Forum:
Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
07-07-2008, 08:23 PM
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11
Awning in a bag??
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9,747
Posted By
Pat R
I don't remember the brand that I have. But the...
I don't remember the brand that I have. But the bag awning it the best way to go. Yep' I had a tent trailer many years ago and I just adapted it to my 13' Scamp. Trust me when I say that you will...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
05-24-2008, 08:51 AM
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21
what have I done.....I need guidance!!! WNY area
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5,000
Posted By
Pat R
Laurie . . . You are an inspiration to us all. I...
Laurie . . . You are an inspiration to us all. I am fortunate enough to be able to do just about anything with my hands. There are very few things that I cannot take on. So, I kinda take it for...
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
04-26-2008, 06:44 PM
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25
New Table Top
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6,163
Posted By
Pat R
Dude... that is a really nice table. One of the...
Dude... that is a really nice table. One of the best, if not the best I have seen.
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
02-17-2008, 10:14 AM
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10
Easy dinette table drawer
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6,988
Posted By
Pat R
[quote]I'm curious. :ask What do you use calipers...
[quote]I'm curious. :ask What do you use calipers for on a camping trip?
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<span style="font-family:Comic Sans MS">I was wondering the same thing?</span> :slap:
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
02-17-2008, 10:10 AM
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14
ceramic tile counter and back splash
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6,978
Posted By
Pat R
I put Pergo on the floor of my 13' Scamp. Came...
I put Pergo on the floor of my 13' Scamp. Came out fantastic. Did the entire floor. Easy to do and looks great. The original carpet was still in the trailer and it just dated it. I don't...
Forum:
Modifications, Alterations and Updates
02-17-2008, 10:03 AM
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9
Our modifications to the Scamp
Views:
3,609
Posted By
Pat R
<span...
<span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:100%"><span style="font-family:Comic Sans MS">Add me to the "Tard" list... I couldn't figure it out either. Guess I am to old. Oh well...</span></span>
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
12-30-2007, 04:50 PM
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64
Poll:
Do you have brakes on your 13' trailer?
Views:
12,870
Posted By
Pat R
I tow my Scamp 13'r with a Jeep Wrangler. No...
I tow my Scamp 13'r with a Jeep Wrangler. No brakes, but I am really careful when I drive. The Wrangler has plenty of power (4.0 liter) but not a real heavy rig, so I am always looking for anything...
Forum:
Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
07-12-2007, 09:48 PM
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20
I am thinking of ripping out the "Kitchen"
Views:
4,208
Posted By
Pat R
Man you hit the nail on the head here. It would...
Man you hit the nail on the head here. It would take some modifications and some careful thought thats for sure. But, it sure is nice to see people thinking abstractly. Not enough people using...
Forum:
Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
07-11-2007, 09:38 PM
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14
Laminate flooring trim
Views:
8,150
Posted By
Pat R
Sounds like you have it under control my friend. ...
Sounds like you have it under control my friend. Would like to see photos when you get it done. Kind of fun to do new stuff isn't it. Thats what has kept me going all these years... Peace
Forum:
Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
07-11-2007, 07:17 PM
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14
Laminate flooring trim
Views:
8,150
Posted By
Pat R
Robin: I just pulled up the factory carpet on my...
Robin: I just pulled up the factory carpet on my 87 Scamp and put Pergo down. All I had to do was run a bead of white caulking on the edge. Looks great because the fiberglass is white (duh) and I...
Forum:
Classified Archives
06-25-2007, 09:11 PM
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28
SOLD - 1987 13' Scamp Custom Deluxe w/Bath
Views:
6,664
Posted By
Pat R
They are back on, (the pictures)... Man what a...
They are back on, (the pictures)... Man what a great looking rig. I thought that I had the best one on the planet. But alas... I have no bathroom. Peace
Forum:
Modifications, Alterations and Updates
03-07-2007, 08:45 PM
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30
I sleep on the couch, so I converted the bedroom
Views:
6,367
Posted By
Pat R
Hi Gina... man you did a great job on your egg. ...
Hi Gina... man you did a great job on your egg. I sure wish my wife was into my scamp. I pretty much do it all alone while she is in the house. ...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
02-13-2007, 09:13 PM
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24
Endurance Factor
Views:
3,716
Posted By
Pat R
Great question and one that I can help you out...
Great question and one that I can help you out with. Twenty five years ago my wife and I both quit our jobs, sold the house and put it all into storage. Bought a 19' mini motorhome, packed up two...
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
12-16-2006, 11:20 PM
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15
Special awning mount
Views:
4,149
Posted By
Pat R
Holy Cow... Thats a heck of an awning. Looks...
Holy Cow... Thats a heck of an awning. Looks like it would withstand the "Third World War"... Although it almost seems to overpower the trailer, I bet it is really nice during the hot "Dog Days of...
Forum:
Modifications, Alterations and Updates
11-25-2006, 05:19 PM
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58
If you had it to do over again
Views:
12,785
Posted By
Pat R
Great job. All it takes is a little elbow grease...
Great job. All it takes is a little elbow grease and time and viola it is done and really makes a difference in the trailer. I know that it did for me in my trailer. Have a good one. Pat...
Forum:
General Chat
11-11-2006, 11:25 PM
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7
New old owner, or old new owner?
Views:
3,141
Posted By
Pat R
Glad you made it back safe and sound. I have a...
Glad you made it back safe and sound. I have a 13' Scamp and you're right... They tow fantastic. My wife and I love ours to death. We live about 30 miles from Glacier National Park, but sadly...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
11-11-2006, 10:24 PM
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11
One real and one what if question???
Views:
2,910
Posted By
Pat R
Thats a pretty good one Frederick. ...
Thats a pretty good one Frederick.
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
11-11-2006, 01:58 PM
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21
Scamp 13' Hitch Question
Views:
4,452
Posted By
Pat R
Were up in Kalispell. Nice and close to Glacier...
Were up in Kalispell. Nice and close to Glacier and Flathead Lake along with all the other great places to camp. Heck it is only 30-40 miles from my house to about 15-20 great places to go...
...
Forum:
Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
11-11-2006, 12:23 PM
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9
Thinking of selling 1990 Lil' Bigfoot
Views:
3,295
Posted By
Pat R
Hey Graham, if I can add a little advice... ...
Hey Graham, if I can add a little advice... Listen to Donna on this one. Take a great big breath of air and let the egg sit for a couple of months and stay on this site reading and getting really...
Forum:
Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
11-10-2006, 09:17 PM
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21
Scamp 13' Hitch Question
Views:
4,452
Posted By
Pat R
Matthew, you are right about 200 miles being only...
Matthew, you are right about 200 miles being only right next door here in Montana... What part are you from? There are not a whole of Fiberglasss Owners here in Montana... Hope all went well for...
Forum:
Modifications, Alterations and Updates
11-08-2006, 08:59 PM
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58
If you had it to do over again
Views:
12,785
Posted By
Pat R
You know... If you have a Scamp, adding 12 volt...
You know... If you have a Scamp, adding 12 volt wiring and lights is really easy to do. I bought my trailer and added plenty of 12 volt lights throughout the trailer as well as a porch light...
Forum:
Modifications, Alterations and Updates
10-17-2006, 06:39 PM
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30
TOTAL MAKEOVER - includes pics
Views:
15,340
Posted By
Pat R
Hey Roger... What a great looking shop to work...
Hey Roger... What a great looking shop to work in. https://www.fiberglassrv.com/board/style_emoticons/default/aplas.gif I am really envious. Enjoy and make sure that you keep the photos coming....
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