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02-19-2014, 06:18 PM
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SOLD -1972 Compact Jr "The Tiki Hut" is for sale
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Thanks everybody for the interest in our trailer,...
Thanks everybody for the interest in our trailer, but it is sold pending the new buyer inspection. If that falls through I will re post.
Rick
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Classified Archives
02-11-2014, 06:50 PM
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SOLD -1972 Compact Jr "The Tiki Hut" is for sale
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I got a new job and I'm working 12 to 14 hours a...
I got a new job and I'm working 12 to 14 hours a day for the last 57 days. I have only had 1 day off and that was Christmas. That is why I have not been on the forums. I have talked with my wife and...
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02-10-2014, 06:16 AM
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SOLD -1972 Compact Jr "The Tiki Hut" is for sale
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Rick Brown
Where are you located
Where are you located
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12-10-2013, 05:42 PM
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SOLD -1972 Compact Jr "The Tiki Hut" is for sale
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Yes the trailer is still for sale
Yes the trailer is still for sale
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11-21-2013, 04:01 PM
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SOLD -1972 Compact Jr "The Tiki Hut" is for sale
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It located in Lewiston NY which is just north of...
It located in Lewiston NY which is just north of Niagara Falls
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Classified Archives
11-21-2013, 10:05 AM
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SOLD -1972 Compact Jr "The Tiki Hut" is for sale
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SOLD -1972 Compact Jr "The Tiki Hut" is for sale
It breaking on heart but we must sale our "Tiki Hut Trailer" because of my lost of employment. We have had this trailer since 2006 and have traveled all over the east coast with her. You can see...
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Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
12-28-2012, 08:52 PM
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Poptop canvas replacement help needed
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Rick Brown
We used Marine Vinyl. Bought it at Joann Fabric....
We used Marine Vinyl. Bought it at Joann Fabric. Will not crack, and its very easy to clean. Check the cleaning instructions with the other out door fabrics before buying. Also check how easy it will...
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General Chat
10-12-2012, 05:28 PM
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Compact and Hunter history
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Rick Brown
Ken I own a Jr and do not need mirrors with my...
Ken
I own a Jr and do not need mirrors with my PT Cruiser. I believe the Compact Jr's were made for only 3 years 1971, 1972, and 1973. Because of their short manufacturing life there are not to many...
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Camping, Campout Reports
09-26-2012, 09:04 PM
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Sights & campsites in NY / VT / NH?
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Rick Brown
This camp is owned by the casino. Very nice...
This camp is owned by the casino. Very nice bathrooms and has nice level lots but pricey. I think they caterer to the high end Class A's ($$$$$$$$$)
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Camping, Campout Reports
09-26-2012, 08:59 PM
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Sights & campsites in NY / VT / NH?
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Rick Brown
New York State Camp ground 4 Mile Creek. This is...
New York State Camp ground 4 Mile Creek. This is about 7 miles north of Niagara Falls on Lake Road. Very clean with large lots. It sits right on Lake Ontario.
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Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive)
09-17-2012, 08:52 PM
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Sept 14-16, 2012: Niagara Wine Escape 2012
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Rick Brown
Jon Thanks for the memories that you do in...
Jon
Thanks for the memories that you do in pictures
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Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive)
09-17-2012, 08:50 PM
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Sept 14-16, 2012: Niagara Wine Escape 2012
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Rick Brown
Thanks to Elf and his wife for another great...
Thanks to Elf and his wife for another great rally and thanks to Escape Trailers for many of the door prizes.
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Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive)
08-31-2012, 07:39 PM
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Sept 14-16, 2012: Niagara Wine Escape 2012
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Rick Brown
Jon Glad you are coming back
Jon
Glad you are coming back
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
08-29-2012, 08:10 PM
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Compact Jr popup fiberglass
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Rick Brown
Jan You can also use wooden beams curved to...
Jan
You can also use wooden beams curved to match your roofs curve. Its about the same idea as Steve's. Here is a picture of my before and after roof
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
08-29-2012, 07:28 PM
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Help me insulate my icebox, Campster/Compact type.
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Rick Brown
Bobbie Did you think of using a hot water tank...
Bobbie
Did you think of using a hot water tank insulating wrap. I have used this in my trailer to help keep it cooler in hot weather. The wrap is thin but still insulates pretty good.
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Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
05-15-2012, 08:36 PM
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Check this out NOT Poliglow...Time will tell..
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Rick Brown
Razor and widow cleaner. Make sure to spray the...
Razor and widow cleaner. Make sure to spray the window first or you could damage the glass. Window cleaners do this all the time. Use this method only on glass windows
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Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive)
05-15-2012, 08:24 PM
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Sept 14-16, 2012: Niagara Wine Escape 2012
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Posted By
Rick Brown
We hope to be there, still have to ask Elaine....
We hope to be there, still have to ask Elaine. Had a great time last year and hope to see new and old friends again this year.
Rick
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Hi, I am....
05-10-2012, 08:23 PM
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New Compact Jr owner
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Posted By
Rick Brown
I just saw you are from NY too, that even makes...
I just saw you are from NY too, that even makes it better. Watch the Rally's and Meets section, there normally a rally in Sept in Niagara Falls Ontario and last year we had 3 Compact J's there. Maybe...
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Hi, I am....
05-10-2012, 08:17 PM
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New Compact Jr owner
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Posted By
Rick Brown
Linda Another Jr owner, this is great and what...
Linda
Another Jr owner, this is great and what a nice trailer. Their are many Jr owners willing to answer questions, all you have to do is ask. Happy camping.
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Hi, I am....
05-10-2012, 08:12 PM
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New Compact Jr owner and rebuilder
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Rick Brown
John Very good job, a nice clean design. I...
John
Very good job, a nice clean design. I noticed in your picture that it looks like the pop up sides are inside of the ridge that rises up from the trailer, on all Jr's the pop up should be on the...
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Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
04-20-2012, 09:04 PM
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Rick Brown
Nice job!!!
Nice job!!!
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Hi, I am....
03-30-2012, 08:50 PM
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Greetings from some new Midwestern Compact Jr owners
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Rick Brown
Welcome to the family of Compact Jr's. I hope you...
Welcome to the family of Compact Jr's. I hope you will like yours as we do ours
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Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
03-02-2012, 05:11 PM
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Check this out NOT Poliglow...Time will tell..
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Rick Brown
Keep it from freezing and keep it sealed
Keep it from freezing and keep it sealed
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Hi, I am....
12-02-2011, 02:31 PM
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Hello New From SW WA., Compact Junior
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Rick Brown
Welcome to the the Jr Compact Family, the more...
Welcome to the the Jr Compact Family, the more Jr's the better
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Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive)
09-18-2011, 07:41 PM
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September 16-18 2011 Niagara Wine Escape
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Posted By
Rick Brown
A Big THANK YOU to Alf for all the planning that...
A Big THANK YOU to Alf for all the planning that he and his wife put into this years tour and we also thank Reese and Tammy for making this years event a little more special. It was great to see...
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Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive)
09-12-2011, 06:17 PM
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September 16-18 2011 Niagara Wine Escape
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Posted By
Rick Brown
Ditto, see you then
Ditto, see you then
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Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive)
09-12-2011, 08:19 AM
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September 16-18 2011 Niagara Wine Escape
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9,233
Posted By
Rick Brown
What day are you planning on getting there?
What day are you planning on getting there?
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
08-23-2011, 07:44 PM
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6
What to do with too many window screws?
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1,837
Posted By
Rick Brown
Ruth I used self tapping lag screws in my...
Ruth
I used self tapping lag screws in my Compact Jr. These will drill a hole and screw into the wood at the same time. My wife drilled the screws in while I held the wood inside the trailer.
It...
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Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive)
08-23-2011, 07:26 PM
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September 16-18 2011 Niagara Wine Escape
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9,233
Posted By
Rick Brown
GOOD. I was wondering if you and the baby's were...
GOOD. I was wondering if you and the baby's were coming. Can't wait to see you.
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Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive)
08-13-2011, 12:20 PM
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September 16-18 2011 Niagara Wine Escape
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9,233
Posted By
Rick Brown
Glad you are going to be there and we look...
Glad you are going to be there and we look forward to meeting you
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Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive)
07-18-2011, 07:46 PM
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September 16-18 2011 Niagara Wine Escape
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Posted By
Rick Brown
If Elaine will book it. Yes we will e there
If Elaine will book it. Yes we will e there
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Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
04-29-2011, 05:26 PM
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Check this out NOT Poliglow...Time will tell..
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Rick Brown
I have have used liquid floor wax for 4 years...
I have have used liquid floor wax for 4 years with no problems are you sure it is a fiberglass shell ?
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Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
03-07-2011, 08:39 PM
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Check this out NOT Poliglow...Time will tell..
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504,753
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Rick Brown
Can't wait to see it
Can't wait to see it
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
01-30-2011, 12:53 PM
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Towing Compact Jr.
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2,803
Posted By
Rick Brown
No I haven't done anything to the axle or...
No I haven't done anything to the axle or springs. Replacing the tires made a big difference in the bouncing around. I think that with the leaf springs you will get more up and down movement the with...
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
01-29-2011, 05:30 PM
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Towing Compact Jr.
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Rick Brown
Sherry I tow mine with a PT Cruiser and it...
Sherry
I tow mine with a PT Cruiser and it pulls fine. Make sure you load it with enought weight in the front and replace the car tires with trailer tires. Mine had car tires on it and when I...
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Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
11-22-2010, 08:51 PM
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Check this out NOT Poliglow...Time will tell..
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504,753
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Rick Brown
I would not use the sealer because it WILL seal...
I would not use the sealer because it WILL seal anything that is on the surface and is very hard to remove. Just use the finish
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General Chat
11-10-2010, 08:21 PM
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136 former NFL cheerleaders dance for 'the Cure'
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Rick Brown
They more then hit there goal 1,500,000 views....
They more then hit there goal 1,500,000 views. Great way to raise money for a good cause
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
10-01-2010, 09:06 PM
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Hunter I almost finished!! pixs
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4,270
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Rick Brown
Good job, I like your decal on the side.
Good job, I like your decal on the side.
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Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive)
09-21-2010, 08:16 AM
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2010 Niagara Wine Escape Sept 17-20th.
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Rick Brown
I would also like to thank Alf and his wife for a...
I would also like to thank Alf and his wife for a great weekend :). The only problem I have is that the next one is a year away :hmm.
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Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive)
09-16-2010, 03:12 PM
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2010 Niagara Wine Escape Sept 17-20th.
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18,897
Posted By
Rick Brown
Water?
Water?
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Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
09-16-2010, 12:20 PM
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Check this out NOT Poliglow...Time will tell..
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Rick Brown
What will you use when you have to take it off,...
What will you use when you have to take it off, water and stripper can damage your floor. That is why they make a wax just for wood. I would not recommend this type of wax for wood or any floor that...
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Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive)
09-13-2010, 08:58 PM
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2010 Niagara Wine Escape Sept 17-20th.
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Posted By
Rick Brown
I was looking forward to seeing your trailer and...
I was looking forward to seeing your trailer and car, maybe next year
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Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive)
09-13-2010, 10:18 AM
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2010 Niagara Wine Escape Sept 17-20th.
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18,897
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Rick Brown
I'll bring a camera...
I'll bring a camera https://www.fiberglassrv.com/forums/images/icons/icon10.gif
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Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
08-29-2010, 04:53 PM
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Rick Brown
Fred That looks awesome and although I posted...
Fred
That looks awesome and although I posted my results 3 years ago, it was Randy who gave floor finish a new life on the forum. I hope Poli Glow is not to upset with the results. I just want to...
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Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
08-28-2010, 01:28 PM
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Check this out NOT Poliglow...Time will tell..
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Rick Brown
Do not use the one step floor finishes as you...
Do not use the one step floor finishes as you said they trap dirt and it is almost impossible to remove. I don't think this is a good product for floors or trailers.
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Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive)
08-27-2010, 07:50 PM
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2010 Niagara Wine Escape Sept 17-20th.
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Rick Brown
I think Elaine is making her BBQ Pork
I think Elaine is making her BBQ Pork
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Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
08-27-2010, 07:53 AM
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Check this out NOT Poliglow...Time will tell..
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Rick Brown
Don't use a sponge because you will leave air...
Don't use a sponge because you will leave air bubbles and they can dry and leave rings. The best is a micro cloth folded into 4. After doing a section turn the cloth over, this way you will have 8...
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Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
08-23-2010, 08:23 PM
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Check this out NOT Poliglow...Time will tell..
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Rick Brown
Make sure the trailer is clean or you will trap...
Make sure the trailer is clean or you will trap the dirt!!!!!!!
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Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
08-23-2010, 10:17 AM
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Check this out NOT Poliglow...Time will tell..
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Rick Brown
Looking good
Looking good
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General Chat
08-22-2010, 08:00 PM
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Funny Look Trailer - Homemade Contraption
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Rick Brown
I would worry about the small tires, wonder what...
I would worry about the small tires, wonder what they are rated for?
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