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Forum: NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade 04-09-2022, 11:19 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 939
Posted By bobinyelm
1994 Big Foot 2500 2500 Winter Wall Long Bed 9ft 5 in - Washington

This is a very nice 1994 Big Foot 9ft 5 in Truck Camper for Long Bed Pickups.

If you are familiar with Big Foot Campers, you already know that they are a fully molded Fiberglass Camper, with no...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 11-28-2014, 02:47 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 13,059
Posted By bobinyelm
Thanks, Jim. Tried that first and it worked...

Thanks, Jim.

Tried that first and it worked fine, but the Ice Maker I stole from the "Motel 6" I strapped to the back bumper of my vehicle with rope and trapping tape (as a safety measure) to...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 11-28-2014, 02:43 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 13,059
Posted By bobinyelm
Here's a good thread on the Casita Board I wish...

Here's a good thread on the Casita Board I wish I'd found sooner:
...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 11-28-2014, 02:42 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 13,059
Posted By bobinyelm
The Pep Boys was made by Kipor, who produced a...

The Pep Boys was made by Kipor, who produced a knock-off Honda 2000i.

I bought one for a friend and tried it next to my Honda, and found its protection circuit would kick it off with loads (like...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 11-28-2014, 12:33 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 13,059
Posted By bobinyelm
Given the time of year, I'll probably monitor...

Given the time of year, I'll probably monitor sites for a used or old-stock unit, and if I don't find anything by hot weather camping season I'll buy a Mach 1 PS, and will report back.

Bob
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 11-27-2014, 11:26 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 13,059
Posted By bobinyelm
The Polar Cub 9201 (9200 BTU) actually has a...

The Polar Cub 9201 (9200 BTU) actually has a HIGHER LRA (Locked Rotor Amperage) start-up current surge than the Mach 1 PS according to Coleman data specs, and the Mach 1 PS compressor draws fewer...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 11-27-2014, 08:41 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 13,059
Posted By bobinyelm
I've verified the Coleman Mach 1PS (Power Saver)...

I've verified the Coleman Mach 1PS (Power Saver) 11,000 BTU will run in eco mode on the Honda 2000i a bit ago, but the bigger BTU units cool the coach so fast each cycle that they cycle on/off more...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 11-27-2014, 05:42 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 13,059
Posted By bobinyelm
thanks- Yes a 5000 BTU A/C would do it, but...

thanks-

Yes a 5000 BTU A/C would do it, but there's so little spare space in a 9.5ft truck camper, unless I cut out the back window and mount one there (and destroy the looks, value, and...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 11-27-2014, 05:39 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 13,059
Posted By bobinyelm
Yes, I read about the Mini Mach 7100 BTU units,...

Yes, I read about the Mini Mach 7100 BTU units, and if I could find one of those, I'd be a happy camper (literally)!

I've done web-searches, but haven't found any, but if you know where one might...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 11-27-2014, 12:46 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 13,059
Posted By bobinyelm
Looking for LOWEST BTU A/C Unit

I am looking to install the lowest BTU unit for easy starting and operation w/ my Honda 2000i.

Prior owner always stayed at RV Parks so threw out the OEM 7700 BTU Dometic (no longer made) and...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 03-07-2014, 06:42 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,252
Posted By bobinyelm
OK. I understand good maintenance and...

OK.

I understand good maintenance and watchfulness, and I know 4 years is about it for ST tires, and now I know (thanks, Carol) that bias ply tires self destruct just as badly and the same way as...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 03-07-2014, 05:11 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,252
Posted By bobinyelm
I understand, but I was wondering how many MILES...

I understand, but I was wondering how many MILES bias ply tires will last before their tread is worn down.

I do comprehend years, but my odometer is calibrated in miles.

I am OK changing at...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 03-07-2014, 04:51 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,252
Posted By bobinyelm
Bias Ply Tire Life?

Wondering if anyone has any estimates for tire life of bias ply tires on our eggs?

They don't seem to fail with the same violence as radials when they age, but I know "in the old days"...
Forum: General Chat 11-02-2009, 08:55 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,008
Posted By bobinyelm
Most of the people I know are frightened and...

Most of the people I know are frightened and depressed today.

They don't know if they will be able to keep their job. They don't know if they will be able to retire. They don't know if their...
Forum: General Chat 11-01-2009, 09:47 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,466
Posted By bobinyelm
Speaking from the personal experience when my...

Speaking from the personal experience when my mom, then my wife died, the funeral homes (in vastly different parts of the nation) were callous and cruel (and even telling sarcastic "jokes"), using...
Forum: General Chat 11-01-2009, 09:31 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,740
Posted By bobinyelm
Given the photo posted, he already HAS possibly...

Given the photo posted, he already HAS possibly the quietest generator on the market, so that doesn't seem probable.

I have seen quite noisy generators placed in open-topped boxes about 50 lined...
Forum: General Chat 11-01-2009, 08:46 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,258
Posted By bobinyelm
Another factor of the more-rounded design is...

Another factor of the more-rounded design is greater strength and potentially lighter weight.

Just like a "real" egg is exceptionally strong, so are designs like the Scamp and Casita, for the same...
Forum: General Chat 09-11-2009, 05:16 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,954
Posted By bobinyelm
Folks, if you have the newer 2-piece metal stems...

Folks, if you have the newer 2-piece metal stems (rubber base with brass extension) on your trailer, please take a look at my post HERE...
Forum: General Chat 07-19-2009, 08:32 PM
Replies: 10
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Posted By bobinyelm
I believe I saw a database as you describe at...

I believe I saw a database as you describe at www.poifactory.com that you can download (free) and install in your Nuvi.

Bob
Forum: General Chat 07-19-2009, 04:18 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 10,327
Posted By bobinyelm
Thanks all for the great comments! I think I...

Thanks all for the great comments!

I think I am beginning to think that I am NOT crazy for wanting to downsize, possibly getting a 13ft and keeping the 17 while I make up my mind between them.
...
Forum: General Chat 07-16-2009, 04:28 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 10,327
Posted By bobinyelm
I presently use a 17ft Casita for my travels, but...

I presently use a 17ft Casita for my travels, but because I normally go solo now (small trailers are too confining for my wife), I am looking at downsizing to a 13ft unit to allow me to use a smaller...
Forum: Fulltiming in a Molded Fiberglass Trailer 07-16-2009, 04:17 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,774
Posted By bobinyelm
Jon, You asked about a propane furnace, but...

Jon,

You asked about a propane furnace, but most people actually replied as if you were speaking of a propane heater.

Apples and Oranges.

A propane furnace (like I have in my Casita) is a...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 08-09-2008, 10:41 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,237
Posted By bobinyelm
I might add that using spring bars rated...

I might add that using spring bars rated significantly higher than your tongue weight can lead to frame or trailer tire damage if you equalize the entire hitch weight, and transverse concave road...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 08-09-2008, 10:30 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 19,007
Posted By bobinyelm
Find me ANY owner's manual today (for less than a...

Find me ANY owner's manual today (for less than a substantial truck) where the lawyers have NOT written warnings int the towing section. Our society is ruled by the motto: "Let thyself not be sued."...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 08-09-2008, 10:15 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,561
Posted By bobinyelm
It's NEVER a bad idea to add a cooler unless you...

It's NEVER a bad idea to add a cooler unless you have one from the factory (in addition to the one inside your radiator). Believe me, TOWING a 6000 pound trailer is FAR different than loading 6000...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 01-30-2008, 11:27 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,294
Posted By bobinyelm
You might also check into Dexter's DX-2...

You might also check into Dexter's DX-2 "Predator" inertial/proportional brake controller which I consider a bargain at $59.95 including shipping.

It's from Dexter, the same company that builds...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 01-28-2008, 01:04 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,664
Posted By bobinyelm
Not a Toyota, but lots of folks sure are happy w/...

Not a Toyota, but lots of folks sure are happy w/ their Honda Odysseys as TVs.

Bob
That said, I like the 4Runner myself
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 09-11-2007, 11:10 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,766
Posted By bobinyelm
If anyone is unhappy w/ the factory TV antenna, I...

If anyone is unhappy w/ the factory TV antenna, I might mention I just installed a Winegard Sensar III crank-up, rotatable, amplified antenna on my Casita 17SD.

The signal is FAR superior to...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 08-23-2007, 10:02 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,964
Posted By bobinyelm
Byron, If I can add to your explanation for...

Byron,

If I can add to your explanation for those who didn't read between the lines...

The more the current, the more the electro-magnet is attracted to face of the drum against which it rubs*....
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-20-2007, 10:27 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 9,771
Posted By bobinyelm
When it comes to noise, one CAN make generators...

When it comes to noise, one CAN make generators quieter.

I have seen this trick used at County Fairs and such where vendors use generators to run their catering equipment:

Place the generator...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-20-2007, 10:07 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,117
Posted By bobinyelm
Flying Js at Abiline, Pecos, and El Paso, TX...

Flying Js at Abiline, Pecos, and El Paso, TX (two, the one at the TX/NM Border the better of the two), and at Casa Grande, AZ along I-10.

Most of those are well within your chosen range. You could...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-19-2007, 11:41 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,117
Posted By bobinyelm
I have spent about 100,000 miles over the last 5...

I have spent about 100,000 miles over the last 5 years towing all sorts of trailers along our Interstates, and of all the truck stops, the Flying J truck stops are the BEST ones to overnight at.
...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-07-2007, 10:25 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,863
Posted By bobinyelm
I might add that 3-way fridges draw a LOT of...

I might add that 3-way fridges draw a LOT of current at 12v to work, and most people use way too light a gauge wire from their tow vehicle battery (hopefully through a circuit breaker, then a relay...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-06-2007, 12:18 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,669
Posted By bobinyelm
Roger, I in fact did speak with Reese...

Roger,

I in fact did speak with Reese (Cequent) today and asked several questions.

On was about weight and the dual cam. The techie said 400# hitch weight is the break point for recommending...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 07-06-2007, 11:56 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 12,424
Posted By bobinyelm
You are RIGHT in spades! I removed the PullRite...

You are RIGHT in spades! I removed the PullRite in favor of the Hensley (for my larger trailers) so I could use a standard 2" receiver for Casita. Unlike the PullRite (also expensive and heavy, but...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-05-2007, 11:51 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,669
Posted By bobinyelm
Actually, Reese now offers their round-bar WDHs...

Actually, Reese now offers their round-bar WDHs with bent flat ends like the torsion arms so they, too , can be used with the dual cam anti-sway. Picture illustrates the round bar w/ dual cam:
...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 07-05-2007, 11:42 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,818
Posted By bobinyelm
Yes, and my Vector Smart Charger (about a 25 amp...

Yes, and my Vector Smart Charger (about a 25 amp charger w. 75 amp boost feature) won't charge a dead battery. If the battery is stone dead, it flashes a battery fault code so you cannot cause...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 07-05-2007, 11:22 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 12,424
Posted By bobinyelm
Thanks, Roger. I use a Hensley Arrow (which fails...

Thanks, Roger. I use a Hensley Arrow (which fails the "reasonably priced" test) for my large trailers,

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but for Casita Hensley is WAY too heavy (both for Casita AND my Cherokee TV), and...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 07-05-2007, 11:18 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 7,026
Posted By bobinyelm
He will most certainly MIG (or possibly TIG) it....

He will most certainly MIG (or possibly TIG) it. Minimum localized heat. It should in no way weaken your frame.

Bob
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 07-05-2007, 11:11 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,639
Posted By bobinyelm
Could you physically tow your 17ft w/o a WDH and...

Could you physically tow your 17ft w/o a WDH and a anti-sway device?

YES.

Would your vehicle ride and handle better, and be safer with both.

YES.

To me, that's all I needed to know.
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 07-05-2007, 01:46 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 12,424
Posted By bobinyelm
I am considering a Reese Strait Line trunion WDH...

I am considering a Reese Strait Line trunion WDH w/ dual cam sway control and 550 pound spring bars as I downsize from a 1-ton van to a Jeep Cherokee to tow my 3500 pound Casita 17SD (about 425#...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-03-2007, 05:59 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,669
Posted By bobinyelm
I WAS going to use a single spring WDH to tow...

I WAS going to use a single spring WDH to tow Casita w/ my Jeep Cherokee, but because I want to leave room on the "A" Frame for my Honda generator, I've decided to go w/ a 2-spring WDH.

They are...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-02-2007, 03:24 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,191
Posted By bobinyelm
You can't really go wrong installing a 7-Pin...

You can't really go wrong installing a 7-Pin Bargman recepticle and wiring it to your truck. The connections and equipment you will need are the same, including the brake controller, so personally...
Forum: General Chat 06-30-2007, 04:28 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,235
Posted By bobinyelm
Some time ago I posted a question about Dexter's...

Some time ago I posted a question about Dexter's brake controller, and got not a single response here or on the several other forums on which I asked. I bought one because I figured Dexter ought to...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-26-2007, 05:59 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,203
Posted By bobinyelm
One of our Casita guys just had his break-away...

One of our Casita guys just had his break-away cable snag activating his brakes w/ one wheel on pavement, and one off. It rolled the entire rig multiple times.

Fortunately, there were no serious...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 06-26-2007, 05:55 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,698
Posted By bobinyelm
That raises a question: If one has a trailer...

That raises a question:

If one has a trailer manufacturered PRIOR to when break-away switches were required, is the current owner liable to modify the trailer to conform to all of the newest...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 06-26-2007, 05:52 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,698
Posted By bobinyelm
That is exactly what appeared to happen with one...

That is exactly what appeared to happen with one of our Casita members.

Rolled the truck and trailer multiple times. Fortunately, no serious injuries.

Apparently something snagged the...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 06-26-2007, 05:44 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,969
Posted By bobinyelm
The Casita 17ft trailers have been having...

The Casita 17ft trailers have been having NUMEROUS tire failures (bulges, tread separation, etc.) with Marathon Load Range C tires (go over to either the Casita Club Forum or the Casita Travel...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-26-2007, 05:26 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,203
Posted By bobinyelm
The question was raised whether owners of older...

The question was raised whether owners of older trailers (in my case a 2002 Casita) need to research all State and Federal Laws pertaining to the manufacture of new trailers and to retrofit with...
Forum: General Chat 06-14-2007, 11:09 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,177
Posted By bobinyelm
Duane, Looks great. The crank-opens should...

Duane,

Looks great. The crank-opens should be great in the rain. I was always a fan of the old "jealousy" windows of the 50s and 60s (and my late VW Campmobile).

BTW, it appears (may be the...
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