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Phil 4500
Forum:
NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade
06-22-2023, 10:10 AM
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5
For Sale:
Trillium 4500 - Nova Scotia
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1,622
Posted By
Phil 4500
Sold June 19/23
Sold June 19/23
Forum:
NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade
06-08-2023, 04:37 PM
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5
For Sale:
Trillium 4500 - Nova Scotia
Views:
1,622
Posted By
Phil 4500
Price reduced to $15,900 Canadian ( 11,900 US)
Price reduced to $15,900 Canadian ( 11,900 US)
Forum:
NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade
05-23-2023, 05:35 AM
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5
For Sale:
Trillium 4500 - Nova Scotia
Views:
1,622
Posted By
Phil 4500
This site doesn’t seem to allow editing of posts ...
This site doesn’t seem to allow editing of posts
Price reduced to $17,500 Can ($13,000 US)
Forum:
NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade
05-20-2023, 11:45 AM
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For Sale:
Trillium 4500 - Nova Scotia
Views:
1,622
Posted By
Phil 4500
Price reduction to $19,900 obo
Price reduction to $19,900 obo
Forum:
NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade
05-14-2023, 11:30 AM
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5
For Sale:
Trillium 4500 - Nova Scotia
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1,622
Posted By
Phil 4500
Trillium 4500 - Nova Scotia
Beautifully restored and highly original 4500 deluxe. Colour sanded and polished gelcoat, new stripes, logos, tail lights, door hinges, wheels and tires, spare set of wheels and tires for use while...
Forum:
Hi, I am....
01-02-2021, 04:30 PM
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New Trillium owners
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5,786
Posted By
Phil 4500
So having been made in September, maybe it’s...
So having been made in September, maybe it’s considered a 1979 model??
Interestingly, I’ve never seen that metal plaque, only the plastic sticker on the closet door.
Learn something new...
Forum:
Hi, I am....
12-31-2020, 03:42 AM
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New Trillium owners
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5,786
Posted By
Phil 4500
As owners of both a ‘77 and ‘78 4500, the fridge...
As owners of both a ‘77 and ‘78 4500, the fridge jumped out at me when I viewed your pictures. My understanding was that the kitchen area was modified for the 1980 models for a deeper fridge. Both of...
Forum:
Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
07-14-2020, 12:08 PM
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Dometic Fridge RM 211 heating element replacement - anyone else need one?
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3,079
Posted By
Phil 4500
Hi, I’d be interested in getting one as a spare...
Hi, I’d be interested in getting one as a spare but we took our fridge to a Rv fridge specialist in New Brunswick last year called Dads Marine and RV Refrigeration. He also could not get the original...
Forum:
NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade
06-03-2020, 05:37 PM
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4
SOLD: 1978 Trillium 4500 Base
Views:
1,101
Posted By
Phil 4500
Oh, do you have the rare drop down double bed...
Oh, do you have the rare drop down double bed above the dinette? I’ve been to at least a half a dozen boleramas which usually number over 100 trailers each and I have never seen that option in...
Forum:
NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade
06-03-2020, 03:58 PM
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4
SOLD: 1978 Trillium 4500 Base
Views:
1,101
Posted By
Phil 4500
“sleeps 6 people”?
“sleeps 6 people”?
Forum:
Referrals: Molded Fiberglass Trailers
05-26-2020, 06:31 PM
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4
1979 Trillium 4500 Eagle, ID
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832
Posted By
Phil 4500
What do you mean by “looks minimal”?
What do you mean by “looks minimal”?
Forum:
Modifications, Alterations and Updates
05-22-2020, 02:58 PM
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8
Trillium 4500 - repairing wood under bench
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1,797
Posted By
Phil 4500
I found the plywood under my seats was soft too,...
I found the plywood under my seats was soft too, but as it was about 1/4” thick I believe the purpose of this wood was only to provide a flat floor in the storage area. I don’t believe it’s...
Forum:
Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
04-19-2020, 04:02 PM
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Trillium 4500 SURPRISE at belly band removal !need help
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2,645
Posted By
Phil 4500
My 1977 Trillium 4500 was exactly the same as you...
My 1977 Trillium 4500 was exactly the same as you described with the wood behind the belly band under the rear window. I took the rear window out and spent many hours digging out the rotten wood...
Forum:
General Chat
01-01-2020, 07:46 AM
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Trillium 1300 & 4500 - 2020!
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6,556
Posted By
Phil 4500
Hi Tom, I’d love to hear the story of how...
Hi Tom,
I’d love to hear the story of how and where they were found. Maybe even with pictures.
Thanks,
Phil
Forum:
Modifications, Alterations and Updates
02-04-2019, 01:30 PM
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4
Seeking: Original style hatch for sink drain 1977 Trillium
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1,224
Posted By
Phil 4500
I was able to replace all the outlets on two...
I was able to replace all the outlets on two Trilliums by dropping into every trailer store I ran across on our travels and seeing if they had any old stock. I found one here and one there by this...
Forum:
General Chat
11-29-2018, 01:54 PM
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15
Recessions and used Fiberglass RV Market
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3,462
Posted By
Phil 4500
Your title says “used” market but your post is...
Your title says “used” market but your post is about the “new” market.
I’ve never bought a new Fg trailer but I know Escape has had a waiting list for quite a long time. I think they even cut off...
Forum:
General Chat
09-29-2018, 05:09 PM
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30
1977 Trillium 1300 new addition
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6,838
Posted By
Phil 4500
Thrifty Bill, We have had two Trilliums with...
Thrifty Bill,
We have had two Trilliums with original upholstery, but the original curtains in both were long gone. Hold onto them!
Forum:
Modifications, Alterations and Updates
09-13-2018, 04:11 AM
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17
Modded 75 trillium 1300 frame
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2,915
Posted By
Phil 4500
I wonder if the money spent on this modified...
I wonder if the money spent on this modified frame will result in an increased value when it comes time to sell or if it will be seen as devalued compared to an original trailer.
As an aside, I...
Forum:
Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
09-04-2018, 02:43 PM
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17
How to remove leaf stains from gelcoat roof
Views:
13,226
Posted By
Phil 4500
Go to any boating store and ask for...
Go to any boating store and ask for FSR...fibreglass stain remover. It’s non-abrasive and costs about $12-$15. Boaters use it all the time to remove stains from gelcoat.
Forum:
Modifications, Alterations and Updates
07-20-2018, 11:23 AM
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14
1981 Trillium 1300 - we took our “almost dinette” all the way
Views:
3,515
Posted By
Phil 4500
Hi Sheila, we camped next to you at Bolerama. I...
Hi Sheila, we camped next to you at Bolerama. I can attest that Sheila and her husband (sorry I forgot his name atm - old age ☹️) did first class work and it looks even better in person than the...
Forum:
Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive)
06-18-2018, 06:10 PM
Replies:
27
WA |
Open to others?
Views:
3,671
Posted By
Phil 4500
We have had two FG trailers and an Rpod and have...
We have had two FG trailers and an Rpod and have been to multiple rally’s for both and can confirm that ALL have been very friendly groups. Although we no longer have the Rpod we still keep in touch...
Forum:
Modifications, Alterations and Updates
06-12-2018, 05:50 PM
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11
This is what happens when you can't camp (decorations)
Views:
2,385
Posted By
Phil 4500
Aren’t the accessories the difference between...
Aren’t the accessories the difference between camping and glamping?
Forum:
Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators
06-11-2018, 10:36 AM
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16
Electric disconnect when tack welding frame?
Views:
6,986
Posted By
Phil 4500
My 3 way fridge hasn’t worked on 110 ( it still...
My 3 way fridge hasn’t worked on 110 ( it still works on propane and 12v) since I welded up some holes on my trailer frame last year.. I don’t know if it’s related or not.
Forum:
General Chat
06-01-2018, 01:58 AM
Replies:
12
New to me 1975 Boler Survivor
Views:
2,671
Posted By
Phil 4500
Are those Nova Scotia plates? Where in NS are...
Are those Nova Scotia plates? Where in NS are you? My neighbour is looking for a Boler if you decide not to keep it. Cheers, Phil, LaHave, NS
Forum:
Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
03-07-2018, 09:44 AM
Replies:
9
Looking at 1978 trillium 4500 tm
Views:
3,815
Posted By
Phil 4500
I have purchased two Trillium 4500’s over the...
I have purchased two Trillium 4500’s over the years. I paid $6200 for one and $5000 for the other. They are all 40 years old so will need some work. I’d say 6,000 to 6500 is fair.
Forum:
Hi, I am....
03-02-2018, 01:26 PM
Replies:
7
Hello from NB Canada!
Views:
931
Posted By
Phil 4500
Welcome from Lunenburg, NS. My advice is to...
Welcome from Lunenburg, NS.
My advice is to check kijiji daily and be prepared to go to look at the trailer the same day.
There will be a trailer show in NB this summer where you can look...
Forum:
General Chat
02-05-2018, 07:46 AM
Replies:
8
Trillium 4500 question
Views:
1,688
Posted By
Phil 4500
My 4500 is under a tarp in the backyard but if my...
My 4500 is under a tarp in the backyard but if my memory serves me right I believe the bed is 54” wide, which is 6” narrower than a queen but about 6” wider than a standard Trillium 1300 or...
Forum:
Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
10-22-2017, 06:16 PM
Replies:
12
Stain removal-not sure what it is
Views:
1,449
Posted By
Phil 4500
Go to a boating store and ask for FSR. (short for...
Go to a boating store and ask for FSR. (short for fibreglass stain remover) It works great for removing stains on boat gel coat.
Forum:
Money Matters
09-20-2017, 03:18 PM
Replies:
6
I want a fiberglass Isuzu B class RV.
Views:
1,845
Posted By
Phil 4500
Take a look at PacificCoastAuto's YouTube...
Take a look at PacificCoastAuto's YouTube channel. He has imported many cars including several interesting campers. I'm sure Derek could help you.
Forum:
General Chat
09-19-2017, 01:55 AM
Replies:
5
Fiberglass Camper Saint John, NB Area
Views:
1,285
Posted By
Phil 4500
Hi, You are welcome to look at our Trillium...
Hi,
You are welcome to look at our Trillium 4500 if you are in the Bridgewater, Nova Scotia area.
Phil
Forum:
Modifications, Alterations and Updates
09-17-2017, 03:33 PM
Replies:
7
replacing old vent in 13 77 trillium
Views:
3,830
Posted By
Phil 4500
I was able to refurbish our metal roof vent in...
I was able to refurbish our metal roof vent in our 77 Trillium with new seals. I used a roll of foam truck cap tape on the base and lid. Then polished the whole thing. Much more durable than a new...
Forum:
Classified Archives
08-30-2017, 03:00 AM
Replies:
5
NS |
SOLD: 1974 Aer-Flo
Views:
2,224
Posted By
Phil 4500
Not sure if there is a bath, but given the...
Not sure if there is a bath, but given the decorating theme, there must be extensive storage dedicated to golf clubs. 😏
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
08-22-2017, 06:49 AM
Replies:
24
Towing a Trillium 4500.
Views:
4,957
Posted By
Phil 4500
We weighed the full rig, car and trailer, pulled...
We weighed the full rig, car and trailer, pulled off to the side, disconnected, reweighed the car and then subtracted the car from the full rig.
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
08-22-2017, 06:15 AM
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24
Towing a Trillium 4500.
Views:
4,957
Posted By
Phil 4500
Rather than guesses from armchair quarterbacks,...
Rather than guesses from armchair quarterbacks, may I provide a real world example.
We just completed a 3363 mile trip towing our Trillium 4500 from Nova Scotia to PEI, New Brunswick, Quebec,...
Forum:
Hi, I am....
08-13-2017, 01:19 PM
Replies:
18
Hello from Nova Scotia!
Views:
1,519
Posted By
Phil 4500
Congratulations on the purchase.👍 Phil ...
Congratulations on the purchase.👍
Phil
LaHave, NS
Forum:
Hi, I am....
08-08-2017, 07:11 PM
Replies:
8
Looking for a Trillium 4500
Views:
1,179
Posted By
Phil 4500
Sorry but there is already a Phil H with a 4500....
Sorry but there is already a Phil H with a 4500. There can't be two of us!! 😂 Haha
Phil H (aka Phil 4500)
Forum:
Hi, I am....
07-15-2017, 09:43 AM
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11
1976 trillium - door pops open
Views:
1,851
Posted By
Phil 4500
We always travel with a bungee cord holding the...
We always travel with a bungee cord holding the door shut just in case it should want to pop open. The same bungee cord can then be used to hold the door open when we reach our campsite
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
06-21-2017, 11:25 AM
Replies:
24
Towing a Trillium 4500.
Views:
4,957
Posted By
Phil 4500
The element has a large 4 cylinder naturally...
The element has a large 4 cylinder naturally aspirated engine and a regular automatic (ie non-cvt). It has an arbitrary 1500 lb tow rating and the 4500 weighs about 1500lbs. You will be fine. If...
Forum:
Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive)
06-07-2017, 07:30 PM
Replies:
39
NS |
2016, July 15-17: Maritime Vintage & Fiberglass Meet
Views:
6,639
Posted By
Phil 4500
Thanks Roy. Sorry for my tardy reply :u
Thanks Roy. Sorry for my tardy reply :u
Forum:
Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive)
05-03-2017, 06:49 AM
Replies:
39
NS |
2016, July 15-17: Maritime Vintage & Fiberglass Meet
Views:
6,639
Posted By
Phil 4500
Is there going to be a 2017 rendezvous?
Is there going to be a 2017 rendezvous?
Forum:
Hi, I am....
06-26-2016, 06:37 PM
Replies:
8
Hello from Nova Scotia
Views:
1,313
Posted By
Phil 4500
Welcome Catherine, What part of Nova Scotia...
Welcome Catherine,
What part of Nova Scotia are you in? We are in the process of moving to Lunenburg county as we speak.
Phil
Forum:
Hi, I am....
04-16-2016, 05:54 PM
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28
RAV4 towing 13' Scamp
Views:
6,766
Posted By
Phil 4500
Our Rav4 tows our Trillium just fine.
Our Rav4 tows our Trillium just fine.
Forum:
Hi, I am....
01-20-2016, 08:24 PM
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14
Hi I'm Cheri..leaving the land of the Rpod and coming back home to a fiberglass ....?
Views:
4,282
Posted By
Phil 4500
We also went from a Trillium, to an Rpod, to an...
We also went from a Trillium, to an Rpod, to an even bigger stickie and back to a Trillium again, so welcome back to the group.
It was nice to be warmly welcomed back at a couple of fibrelgass...
Forum:
Modifications, Alterations and Updates
12-30-2015, 12:46 PM
Replies:
18
A new home for our Trillium
Views:
2,958
Posted By
Phil 4500
Looks nice and secure. Did you have to have the...
Looks nice and secure. Did you have to have the brickworks modified to fit tne new garage door?
Forum:
Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
11-23-2015, 12:33 PM
Replies:
6
Getting My Trillium4500 In The Garage
Views:
1,430
Posted By
Phil 4500
Fred Flintstone would be proud!
Fred Flintstone would be proud!
Forum:
Modifications, Alterations and Updates
11-17-2015, 11:14 AM
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8
Undoing Mods of Prior Owner
Views:
1,451
Posted By
Phil 4500
I vote for a screw or rivet. I've done it myself...
I vote for a screw or rivet. I've done it myself and no one but me knows its just there to disguise a hole.
Forum:
Hi, I am....
11-10-2015, 08:29 AM
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Greetings from Southern Ontario!
Views:
1,436
Posted By
Phil 4500
Welcome. I like the colour scheme - it...
Welcome.
I like the colour scheme - it has a nautical feel to it.
Whereabouts in Southern Ontario are you?
Forum:
General Chat
09-18-2015, 06:31 PM
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35
Fiberglass RV production backlog
Views:
5,588
Posted By
Phil 4500
Hi Donna, This was my boat in 1997. Note...
Hi Donna,
This was my boat in 1997. Note the name on the bow. I think I have you beat by a few years...:PirateSmile:
Forum:
Hi, I am....
09-12-2015, 05:54 AM
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10
Hi we are new
Views:
1,389
Posted By
Phil 4500
I recommend you look at the Trillium 4500...
I recommend you look at the Trillium 4500 currently advertised on here in Kingston. It looks like a smoking deal! We find it the perfect sized trailer for us.
Forum:
Hi, I am....
08-11-2015, 11:41 AM
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Barb in toronto...new member
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4,857
Posted By
Phil 4500
Hi Barb, I used to own a Matrix and did...
Hi Barb,
I used to own a Matrix and did some towing with it. Sure you can't tow too much but it can be done without damaging the Matrix. We towed the popup trailer to Elliott Lake and back. We...
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