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Hi, I am....
06-05-2021, 08:34 PM
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Hi I'm picking up new Scamp 16' tomorrow
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brendaross
No, I called them and dropped my real teeth when...
No, I called them and dropped my real teeth when I hear 2 year build. And you pay the 2022 and 2023 price increase ouch. It was a miracle that sales person Steve Olson put me on list probably because...
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Hi, I am....
05-09-2021, 06:30 PM
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Hi I'm picking up new Scamp 16' tomorrow
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2,271
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brendaross
The door is awesome and that sliding euro screen....
The door is awesome and that sliding euro screen. Too bad the fridge is practically falling out. Big gaps and I can see outside. Debating on awning, microwave install and will see if I can get bigger...
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Forum Admin, News & Announcements
05-04-2021, 09:28 PM
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Sticky:
Why do some photos rotate?
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brendaross
I wish we could "like posts" I could really be...
I wish we could "like posts" I could really be behind on this site since I reconnected.
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Hi, I am....
05-04-2021, 09:25 PM
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Hi I'm picking up new Scamp 16' tomorrow
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2,271
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brendaross
Right, I'll try to make it like I'm holding up...
Right, I'll try to make it like I'm holding up the Scamp on the pole
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Hi, I am....
05-04-2021, 07:45 PM
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Hi I'm picking up new Scamp 16' tomorrow
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2,271
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brendaross
Hi I'm picking up new Scamp 16' tomorrow
I a returning member - Brenda. Sitting in hotel about 30 minutes from Backus, MN. I received a call from Sales Monday asking if I was still interested in purchasing a 2021 Scamp. I had 5 seconds to...
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General Chat
06-09-2018, 06:40 PM
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And you thought it was BAD before!
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4,604
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brendaross
It’s not more campers
Parks have now gone to reserve a year in advance. If you want to go next year, reserve the night before you leave to your favorite spot. Leap year two days prior. People reserve and cancel at the...
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Referrals: Molded Fiberglass Trailers
04-06-2016, 10:19 AM
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Trailers for Sale
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1,464
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brendaross
Trailers for Sale
There is a 13' in St. Paul for $6,789 Scamp 1981 (https://minneapolis.craigslist.org/ram/rvs/5509616317.html)
and I saw a 5th Wheel in Duluth $6,200
5th wheel scamp...
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General Chat
01-30-2016, 08:50 PM
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Favorite camping spots and sights to see.
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brendaross
Sid, Forgot to mention Bear Head. Love it....
Sid,
Forgot to mention Bear Head. Love it. Husband went to Fall Lake and said it was great. Also, Jay Cooke is great if you don't want to go as far as Duluth, but you get the great rock hiking and...
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General Chat
01-30-2016, 08:46 PM
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Favorite camping spots and sights to see.
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brendaross
Cathi, My favorite is Tettegouche State Park in...
Cathi,
My favorite is Tettegouche State Park in Silver Bay half way to Grand Marais. I love the private sites. My sister and friend love Temperance State Park in Lutsen (I think) which is 30 mins....
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General Chat
01-30-2016, 07:23 PM
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Favorite camping spots and sights to see.
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3,023
Posted By
brendaross
Everything listed sounds awesome. My favorite...
Everything listed sounds awesome. My favorite Minnesota camping area is the Boundary Waters BWCA from Ely, MN to Canada where you canoe in and the North Shore of Lake Superior, north of Duluth, MN at...
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Classified Archives
10-18-2014, 09:12 AM
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MN |
Thinking of selling 1988 16 ft Scamp
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3,407
Posted By
brendaross
Thanks for your interest. I have an interested...
Thanks for your interest. I have an interested party here in MN, but if it doesn't work out, I was given great advice to fix broken things and sell in the Spring. I'm still back and forth about...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
09-15-2014, 06:32 PM
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Help with price if I sell 1988 16 ft Scamp
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2,745
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brendaross
Thank you all for the info. My best be might be...
Thank you all for the info. My best be might be to replace the issues over the winter and sell this Spring in better condition. Thanks Roger for the side note re: axel and door. I'll check out your...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
09-15-2014, 02:27 PM
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Help with price if I sell 1988 16 ft Scamp
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2,745
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brendaross
Help with price if I sell 1988 16 ft Scamp
I meant to post this here, but put it in For Sale. If you have time to review thread For Sale it under Thinking of Selling 1988 16 ft Scamp. I listed everything.
I'm thinking of selling my...
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Classified Archives
09-15-2014, 02:17 PM
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MN |
Thinking of selling 1988 16 ft Scamp
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brendaross
Thinking of selling 1988 16 ft Scamp
I'm thinking of selling my beloved standard 1988 16 ft. Scamp. We've had some great fun, but I'd like a hybrid. Our first camper was a hybrid. I camp alone quite a bit and can handle it by myself....
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Forum Admin, News & Announcements
01-20-2014, 11:45 AM
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always having to resign in
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1,506
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brendaross
I thought it was me. I've logged in 5 times....
I thought it was me. I've logged in 5 times. Thanks for letting me know I haven't been kicked out of one of my favorite websites.
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
11-10-2011, 01:05 PM
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backing a trailer
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3,413
Posted By
brendaross
I agree that practice is key. Option 2 -...
I agree that practice is key.
Option 2 - is to drop your husband off at the bathroom, proceed to the site and try backing up a few times. Soon, a crowd will gather, so I just ask if someone is...
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Classified Archives
07-30-2011, 06:18 PM
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4
Looking for Dometic Rm 2401 Travel latch
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3,167
Posted By
brendaross
Do you even have a latch? I have a latch in 2...
Do you even have a latch? I have a latch in 2 pieces that Donna suggested gluing. I was going to hold on to it if anything happened, but if you don't even have the part let me know. I posted for...
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
05-26-2011, 08:34 PM
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new floor plan
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4,424
Posted By
brendaross
My comment is a little different. Had a camper...
My comment is a little different. Had a camper where the kitchen was at the doorway, but in back. Hated it! Unless you do not cook or wash dishes inside or have kids running in and out you will go...
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
05-13-2011, 04:50 PM
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6
Almost Gutted 16 ft 85 Scamp
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3,377
Posted By
brendaross
Looks like perfect time to lay down some flooring...
Looks like perfect time to lay down some flooring after you fix the electrical.
Forum:
Money Matters
05-09-2011, 07:47 AM
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32
Expired license tabs
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5,977
Posted By
brendaross
From my Minneapolis cop friends - you won't get a...
From my Minneapolis cop friends - you won't get a ticket if the tabs are in your possession, but not on the vehicle. I believe if you are willing to "appear" you can forego the ticket with proof of...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
04-19-2011, 08:07 AM
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32
stocking your first trailer
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28,472
Posted By
brendaross
Did anyone mention flip flops, crocs or shower...
Did anyone mention flip flops, crocs or shower shoes? We keep lots in the camper because the friends end up wearing them too. We buy em for a buck in all sizes. Keep in a mesh string back and throw...
Forum:
Classified Archives
04-07-2011, 09:41 AM
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7
Dometic RM2201 travel latch 2904817000
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3,697
Posted By
brendaross
Dometic RM2201 travel latch 2904817000
I have tried to find a travel latch for my Dometic frig model RM 2201 for several years. Mine broke in half and gorilla glue isn't working. Neither PPL nor Caravan has the part. Dometic quit making...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
01-10-2010, 06:16 PM
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1
Flooring in a Casita
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1,778
Posted By
brendaross
Put an ad out on Craigslist "wanted" in Jobs...
Put an ad out on Craigslist "wanted" in Jobs skilled trade/craft. Interview several people and ask for references. Or spread the word to friends that you're looking for a person who can lay a...
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
01-10-2010, 05:23 PM
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32
Rims on a Trillium
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12,209
Posted By
brendaross
Dude, way to pimp out your rolling crib. Really...
Dude, way to pimp out your rolling crib. Really though, what kind of rims do you have on your vehicle? Spinners? Do the vehicle rims go with the trailer rims? If you make the change, submit a...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
11-05-2009, 09:35 AM
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13
Scamp Back Leg is Broken
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2,729
Posted By
brendaross
I'm with Donna. I hate those attached spring...
I'm with Donna. I hate those attached spring jacks too. I could never seem to make them fit tight even using a board. I use adjustable stabilizer jacks and yes, it is two more things to store, but...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
09-30-2009, 03:33 PM
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53
Camping with older travel trailers
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12,961
Posted By
brendaross
Wow. Someone brought this string of notes back...
Wow. Someone brought this string of notes back to life. One thing I love about Scamps is to me they all look alike. I get a big kick out of the 50's and 60's campers we see at our weekend seasonal...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
08-20-2009, 05:37 PM
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31
Too Much Febreze
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15,719
Posted By
brendaross
See a topic That New Smell. Jaci posted this. ...
See a topic That New Smell. Jaci posted this. Maybe it will help.
"I worked for years in a pediatric intensive care, we would use fresh ground coffee beans set out in an open container to...
Forum:
Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures
08-11-2009, 02:49 PM
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3
Showering in a Trillium
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6,043
Posted By
brendaross
Alain, How long do the D batteries last? I'm...
Alain,
How long do the D batteries last? I'm going to a fest where there isn't water hook-up or showers. I am very interested in the shower pump. I have a bathroom, however, I've never used the...
Forum:
Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
08-04-2009, 12:12 PM
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10
Need advice on what to buy!
Views:
2,501
Posted By
brendaross
You have the truck, what about a 5th wheel? ...
You have the truck, what about a 5th wheel? You'd get extra sleeping room for when you expand your family. More room for kids to play on a rainy day. When it's just me in my Scamp, it's fine. When...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
05-11-2009, 12:19 PM
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12
I'll not sleep in a tent while the grandkids sleep w/Grandma
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2,978
Posted By
brendaross
First, I commend you on being able to take 4...
First, I commend you on being able to take 4 babies camping at one time. I don't have a solution, but I do have 2 ideas.
Idea 1: I would keep the Casita for you and your wife and buy a used pop...
Forum:
Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
05-01-2009, 08:23 AM
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26
Scamp/Boler Bottom Door Bar Hook
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13,786
Posted By
brendaross
Donna you're a genius. From reading many of the...
Donna you're a genius. From reading many of the posts on how to fix warped doors, I don't have the skills or tools to do the job. This will be a cheap and quick fix to fill the gap.
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
04-06-2009, 10:54 AM
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12
looking for spice rack
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4,335
Posted By
brendaross
Wow, I like the idea of the clip spice rack as...
Wow, I like the idea of the clip spice rack as 99% of my spices are in plastic containers. Note the Camping World prices are cheaper. I wonder how the adhesive holds up in cold and warm weather as...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
03-13-2009, 11:18 AM
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15
How Long Will a Battery Run the Furnace?
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77,690
Posted By
brendaross
Karayln, I don't know anything about the...
Karayln,
I don't know anything about the furnace, but I do know several of the Casino's are open year round for camping like Mystic Lake and Grand Casino Hinckley. I camped in my Scamp at Mystic...
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General Chat
12-31-2008, 12:24 PM
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11
Opinions on renting out Scamp and popup
Views:
4,203
Posted By
brendaross
Thank you everyone for your thoughts, what I need...
Thank you everyone for your thoughts, what I need to think about and explore with my insurance company. The camper does sit more than it's used, so it seemed like a good idea at first. No, I...
Forum:
Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
12-26-2008, 08:38 PM
Replies:
15
Scamp Online Parts Store Open For Business!
Views:
5,251
Posted By
brendaross
Thank you Donna! I just checked earlier in the...
Thank you Donna! I just checked earlier in the week and it still wasn't up from July 2008. I need a few things that I want to order from them. I was just in my Scamp today to remove a few things...
Forum:
General Chat
12-26-2008, 08:27 PM
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11
Opinions on renting out Scamp and popup
Views:
4,203
Posted By
brendaross
Looking for advice on renting out my Scamp this...
Looking for advice on renting out my Scamp this summer in Minnesota. We have a seasonal site with a 32' Jayco, but also, I like to take side trips, which is why I purchased my 1988 Scamp (love it!)....
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
10-01-2008, 03:43 PM
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25
keeping mice out
Views:
9,578
Posted By
brendaross
I found this on https://en.allexperts.com/ ...
I found this on https://en.allexperts.com/ (they're with "about.com") This is part of the experts answer below. DeCon and the sticky things have worked excellent for me in my seasonal camper and my...
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Camping, Campout Reports
08-16-2008, 10:09 PM
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11
Minnesota camping
Views:
2,896
Posted By
brendaross
Let's do it! Twins City folks are you up for it?
Let's do it! Twins City folks are you up for it?
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Camping, Campout Reports
08-16-2008, 08:22 PM
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11
Minnesota camping
Views:
2,896
Posted By
brendaross
I absolutely love Baker Park. There is so much...
I absolutely love Baker Park. There is so much room in between sites. Most sites are level and have plenty of space for Scamps. I stayed here in June of '08 to attend a wedding reception, which...
Forum:
Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
08-11-2008, 02:59 PM
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28
What toilet paper do you use?
Views:
7,727
Posted By
brendaross
I prefer the 2-ply from Walmart for $2.97. I...
I prefer the 2-ply from Walmart for $2.97. I think it's Scott's. It clogs up my Jayco that's on a permanent site, so we switched back to 1-ply. I feel ok using 2-ply in the Scamp because it gets...
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General Chat
06-09-2008, 12:36 PM
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37
weirdest thing you saw campers do
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8,730
Posted By
brendaross
The strangest thing I've ever seen a camper do...
The strangest thing I've ever seen a camper do was a woman decided that talking on her cell phone while sitting in her minivan was more important than watching her child. She proceeded to lock her...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
09-18-2007, 04:22 PM
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1
Potable fresh water tank spigot fell off
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2,494
Posted By
brendaross
I have a 1988 16' Scamp. The carpet under my...
I have a 1988 16' Scamp. The carpet under my table was soaking wet one day. I thought the back window had been left open, however, I discovered that the spigot/faucet thing to drain the potable...
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