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Forum: NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade 07-23-2022, 01:23 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 947
Posted By John Blair
2003 Scamp 16' Deluxe, Side Dinette Deluxe - California

Our 2003 Scamp has served us well. We no longer go camping so it is time for us to pass it on to new owners. We have refurbished it and repaired everything that we could find that needed it. It is...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 10-19-2007, 09:03 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,153
Posted By John Blair
Can you make one out of a small piece of cork or...

Can you make one out of a small piece of cork or styrofoam?

John
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 10-17-2007, 10:09 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,547
Posted By John Blair
I called Scamp and ordered a 2" receiver kit for...

I called Scamp and ordered a 2" receiver kit for my 16'. It comes in the exactly the right size and the local welding shop welded it into place. (It comes in a huge box) I bought an aluminum...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-09-2007, 05:22 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,944
Posted By John Blair
I googled "bill of sale" and found many of them. ...

I googled "bill of sale" and found many of them. I attached one that I found and removed the part about "odometer". Be aware that your state department of motor vehicles may have specific forms...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 07-17-2007, 11:03 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,473
Posted By John Blair
It takes a lot of energy to heat water and solar...

It takes a lot of energy to heat water and solar panels just don't put out much. I have one of those electric water heaters to heat 4 cups of water in 5 or 6 minutes (110 volt). It is over 1,000...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-03-2007, 10:16 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,058
Posted By John Blair
Hi Kevin, I had a receiver hitch mounted on...

Hi Kevin,

I had a receiver hitch mounted on the back of my 16' Scamp Deluxe. I bought an aluminum tray to go on the back. I carry a small generator (Yamaha 2500) and firewood back there. The...
Forum: Classified Archives 06-29-2007, 03:36 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,895
Posted By John Blair
Chris, In my experience, a 30 year old Scamp...

Chris,

In my experience, a 30 year old Scamp in good condition with everything working sells for about 40% of the current new price of a similarly equipped Scamp. Get the current prices, add in...
Forum: Classified Archives 06-11-2007, 09:17 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,550
Posted By John Blair
Hi Paul, I have been collecting sales...

Hi Paul,

I have been collecting sales statistics on Scamps for awhile. I did it before I bought mine so I would know what a good price would be. I calculated the current new price on each one...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 06-08-2007, 03:44 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,367
Posted By John Blair
So here are my questions. 1. Is it...

So here are my questions.

1. Is it resonable not to expect more out of an 80Ah battery?

With a marine battery you should be able to get 50% of the capacity without damaging it. So you should...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-24-2007, 09:12 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,481
Posted By John Blair
Hi Dan, I use the "Kill-a-Watt" meter. I...

Hi Dan,

I use the "Kill-a-Watt" meter. I have used it to measure very low loads (in the single digits) and it works great. Just to be sure, I left the refrigerator on overnight and still no...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 04-21-2007, 11:43 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 7,753
Posted By John Blair
I am putting together a toolkit for my 16' Scamp,...

I am putting together a toolkit for my 16' Scamp, and I am looking for suggestions. I want to have any tools that I might need, but not have to take every tool I own (just thinking of the weight for...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-21-2007, 12:46 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,721
Posted By John Blair
Hi, I bought a 2" memory foam mattress...

Hi,

I bought a 2" memory foam mattress topper at Bed, Bath, and Beyond (made in the USA by Carpenter) for a full-size bed. I laid it out in the floor of my office to let it reform back into size...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-12-2007, 09:11 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,872
Posted By John Blair
Thank you all for your input. I've done like...

Thank you all for your input. I've done like Roger and purchased and installed a microwave that just fits. I guess my biggest concern is whether I need to install a louvered vent like Kurt's Casita...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-10-2007, 10:58 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,481
Posted By John Blair
Hi Kurt and Ann, Thanks for your...

Hi Kurt and Ann,

Thanks for your suggestions. I thought I would work this one out myself as I am sure He is busy on more important issues.

1) The Kill-a-Watt meter tells me the power is live...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-10-2007, 10:52 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,481
Posted By John Blair
Hi Roger, I am using the Kill-a-Watt meter. ...

Hi Roger,

I am using the Kill-a-Watt meter. It is electrically (not battery) powered. If there is no electricity then the display is blank. When you plug it in, it shows zero. When you plug...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-10-2007, 12:02 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,872
Posted By John Blair
Hi, I am adding a microwave to my 2003 16'...

Hi,

I am adding a microwave to my 2003 16' Scamp Side Dinette Deluxe. I found a microwave that just fits into the existing cupboard. Are there any tricks I should know? When the factory...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-09-2007, 11:58 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,481
Posted By John Blair
Hi, I have a 2003 16' Scamp Side Dinette...

Hi,

I have a 2003 16' Scamp Side Dinette with the larger refrigerator that I bought recently. I am trying to test out things so I turned on the refrigerator. It appears to work okay on propane...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 04-09-2007, 11:52 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 3,009
Posted By John Blair
Hi, I have my (new to me) 2003 16' Scamp. ...

Hi,

I have my (new to me) 2003 16' Scamp. The previous owner stored it outdoors and I believe he had it washed and waxed annually. I purchased some special gelcoat wash and the gelcoat wax. Are...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-31-2007, 06:55 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,257
Posted By John Blair
David, When I was in college many years ago,...

David,

When I was in college many years ago, my friends majoring in the social sciences were surprised at how much math they had to take. ...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-31-2007, 12:50 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,257
Posted By John Blair
David, Welcome to the world of FGC...

David,

Welcome to the world of FGC (FiberGlass Camping). It is not too difficult to calculate and get a rough idea of your electrical needs and what batteries and solar can provide. This is...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 03-24-2007, 04:28 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,849
Posted By John Blair
We just bought our used 16' Scamp Side Dinette...

We just bought our used 16' Scamp Side Dinette and it didn't come with an a/c. It had nearly everything else we wanted. Luckily it was prepped for a rooftop a/c if we decide we have to have a/c. ...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 03-15-2007, 11:48 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,775
Posted By John Blair
Hi Donna, I would be happy to once we go out...

Hi Donna,

I would be happy to once we go out camping. https://www.fiberglassrv.com/board/style_emoticons/default/38.gif I just picked up our new baby yesterday and still have to (re)do the...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 03-11-2007, 09:57 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,775
Posted By John Blair
Hi Joy and Gina, Thank you for the...

Hi Joy and Gina,

Thank you for the information. Yes I have 2-85 watt panels for a total of 170 watts. I know some people can get by on much less, but I want to have all the comforts and be able...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 03-11-2007, 05:41 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,775
Posted By John Blair
Thanks Pete for the suggestions. I have two...

Thanks Pete for the suggestions. I have two solar panels that are fairly good-sized (85 watts), so I think it might be tough to get them on the Scamp (I pick up the trailer on Wednesday so I don't...
Forum: Referrals: Molded Fiberglass Trailers 03-10-2007, 06:59 PM
Replies: 395
Views: 81,278
Posted By John Blair
Hi Alan, I'm glad that you didn't get...

Hi Alan,

I'm glad that you didn't get caught. I saw some of these trailers for sale on ebay (3 in the last month) and realized they were a scam and have been reporting them to eBay. I bet others...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 03-10-2007, 12:00 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,775
Posted By John Blair
Hi, I have my solar panels and now need to...

Hi,

I have my solar panels and now need to order the cabling. I got the panels first because they were on sale and I had to act fast. I thought I was going to order a new trailer and get the...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 03-09-2007, 11:19 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 7,208
Posted By John Blair
Thanks Gina. Yes we (me) are very excited by the...

Thanks Gina. Yes we (me) are very excited by the prospect of travel in our new little fiberglass home. We live in a redwood forest, so we are looking to go to several beach locations (one is just a...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 03-09-2007, 11:08 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,999
Posted By John Blair
Thank you all for the feedback. I am used to...

Thank you all for the feedback. I am used to working with the big heavy batteries. I used to have a small electric car that ran on eight of them (plus a 12 volt for accessories). I just bought a...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 03-09-2007, 10:10 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 7,208
Posted By John Blair
Thanks to everyone for all of their great ideas. ...

Thanks to everyone for all of their great ideas. In a sudden turn of events, when we went to see a local Scamp 16' Side Dinette recommended by the factory this past weekend, the owner told us he had...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 03-03-2007, 10:20 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,978
Posted By John Blair
Hi Jim, Thanks. I know what you mean. ...

Hi Jim,

Thanks. I know what you mean. That's why I am building a special spot for them under the platform. They will be more protected under the platform... otherwise three large dogs will be...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 03-03-2007, 04:36 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,999
Posted By John Blair
Hi, Has anyone replaced their stock 12 volt...

Hi,

Has anyone replaced their stock 12 volt battery (in a Scamp) with 2 - 6 volt golf cart batteries? I am planning to order a 16' Scamp side dinette shortly and I according to my estimates, I...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 03-03-2007, 04:18 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,978
Posted By John Blair
Thank you all for the great ideas. The ideas...

Thank you all for the great ideas. The ideas gave me the basis of a good plan to work from once I have my trailer. I think I will build a platform in the back of my Windstar (like the Watt's Box...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 02-24-2007, 11:08 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 7,208
Posted By John Blair
Hi, We are getting ready to order a new 16'...

Hi,

We are getting ready to order a new 16' Scamp Side Dinette. I think we will get it pretty loaded as we are planning a life of luxury ...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 02-21-2007, 01:37 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,978
Posted By John Blair
Hi, I have been enjoying this site and have...

Hi,

I have been enjoying this site and have spent hours reading the archives. I am about to order a 16' Scamp-side dinette (unless I find a nice used one in the meantime) and I am trying to...
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