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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 01-23-2021, 01:43 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,372
Posted By ryan parsons
in document center

in the document center is literature on sportsman model. Trillium also made a attempt at selling them as toy haulers after the order from the tobacco company, but back then no one wanted them. Tom...
Forum: Classified Archives 08-29-2018, 11:32 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,244
Posted By ryan parsons
I have sold this trailer, thank you J and R,. It...

I have sold this trailer, thank you J and R,. It has gone to a good home on Vancouver Island
Forum: Classified Archives 06-25-2018, 05:23 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,244
Posted By ryan parsons
floor plan for build

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This was the guideline I used when building the inside.
Forum: Classified Archives 06-23-2018, 02:23 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,244
Posted By ryan parsons
There is a floor plan in the thread rebuild of a...

There is a floor plan in the thread rebuild of a trillium sportsman
Forum: Classified Archives 06-23-2018, 01:20 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,244
Posted By ryan parsons
Few more things to post

The trailer has a backup camera, wireless to unit in vehicle which goes with trailer also new battery, and tires. The trailer also has a fantastic fan with rain sensor.
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Forum: Classified Archives 06-23-2018, 01:09 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,244
Posted By ryan parsons
Photos reposted

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Forum: Classified Archives 06-23-2018, 01:02 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,244
Posted By ryan parsons
Opps

Took those standing on my head, will repost
Forum: Classified Archives 06-23-2018, 12:51 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,244
Posted By ryan parsons
Pictures of interior

A few shots of the interior
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Forum: Classified Archives 06-21-2018, 07:08 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,244
Posted By ryan parsons
I am in a small town in the okanagan valley about...

I am in a small town in the okanagan valley about 100 miles north of the USA border
Forum: Classified Archives 06-21-2018, 07:01 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,244
Posted By ryan parsons
Interior photos

Hi Jessicarita
I still have the trailer, I will post interior shots tomorrow . It is raining at the moment here .will take photos tomorrow.
Thanks for the interest it is a very nice little...
Forum: Classified Archives 06-04-2018, 10:11 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,244
Posted By ryan parsons
1978 Trillium Sportsman

I am selling my Trillium Sportsman 15 ft. Very rare - double back doors. Brand new axle and 10 inch brakes. There is a thread on this site titled "rebuild of a Trillium Sportsman" it is the thread...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-23-2014, 09:38 PM
Replies: 145
Views: 37,053
Posted By ryan parsons
David , I don't know! I am a contact adhesive...

David , I don't know! I am a contact adhesive fan, the stuff is great! I think I would prime the surface and scratch up the back of the ensolite with 40 grit sandpaper. But it isn't over until its...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-23-2014, 10:22 AM
Replies: 145
Views: 37,053
Posted By ryan parsons
My ensolite sagga

I said I would post my results from the ensolite gluing problem on the ceiling of the Sportsman. [ This is what I opened the door too, a few weeks ago. The heat from the 38-40 degree days had...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-23-2014, 09:31 AM
Replies: 145
Views: 37,053
Posted By ryan parsons
mounting hardware

The screws are #8 x 1 1/4" plated washer head type. and yes they are screwed from outside. and I have no plywood left on any of the windows.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-23-2014, 08:58 AM
Replies: 145
Views: 37,053
Posted By ryan parsons
interior window frames

The window frames are made from Vertical Grain Douglas fir (clear) the size is 1 1/8" x 2 1/4" I stained them, then applied 3 coats Varathane and then made the frames for. Glued each corner and used...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-02-2014, 08:24 AM
Replies: 145
Views: 37,053
Posted By ryan parsons
cabinet doors installed

Now that the weather is getting better I am getting a few of the last items installed. The cabinet doors and latches got installed on the weekend. (pics attached) Sorry about the sideways shot stuff...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 02-24-2014, 10:49 AM
Replies: 145
Views: 37,053
Posted By ryan parsons
Have got all the hardware for the cabinet doors...

Have got all the hardware for the cabinet doors now. mocked one up in kitchen yesterday and took some pictures. first pic is of door with hinges and latch setup. The second is of latch with the three...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 02-20-2014, 09:28 PM
Replies: 145
Views: 37,053
Posted By ryan parsons
375 is a good buy! I would have to add 81.00...

375 is a good buy! I would have to add 81.00 shipping 12 percent tax and 12 percent difference in money and brokerage fee of 35.00 so total cost to me landed at my door is 581.00 CDN funds not so...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 02-19-2014, 11:05 PM
Replies: 145
Views: 37,053
Posted By ryan parsons
Thank you Carol, will source out a can and give...

Thank you Carol, will source out a can and give it a try this spring. Hp 15 also had the same claims. The foam has no problem holding on to the glue, the glue lets go of the fiberglass and is solely...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 02-19-2014, 06:54 PM
Replies: 145
Views: 37,053
Posted By ryan parsons
David bleed thru was one reason as Toms material...

David bleed thru was one reason as Toms material is different that the original elephant skin. The main reason is that I have owned 4 Bolers and all had ensolite that did not hold on the surface...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 02-18-2014, 11:40 PM
Replies: 145
Views: 37,053
Posted By ryan parsons
thanks Darryl the Ensolite from Tom is not...

thanks Darryl
the Ensolite from Tom is not exactly like the material in the old Bolers, the skin is not as resiliant against scratches and punctures, that being said I feel it is a good product. I...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 02-10-2014, 09:29 PM
Replies: 145
Views: 37,053
Posted By ryan parsons
cabinet doors finished

well it took all week but they are done. I used walnut frame and baltic birch center panels stained first with a walnut stain, then restained with Spanish oak rubbing stain, then 4 coats of...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 02-01-2014, 12:58 AM
Replies: 145
Views: 37,053
Posted By ryan parsons
back at it again

It has been a while since I last posted anything on the Sportsman. The trailer has been in storage since Nov 1. I can not work on it where it is and still have lots to do on it to finish it up to...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-04-2013, 08:30 PM
Replies: 145
Views: 37,053
Posted By ryan parsons
Well we noticed a problem with the ensolite glue...

Well we noticed a problem with the ensolite glue we used- HP15- It is not that heat resistant when it hit 39 degrees here last week it was over 55 in the little trailer so I plugged it in to shore...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-04-2013, 08:21 PM
Replies: 145
Views: 37,053
Posted By ryan parsons
The cushions came back today, they look great....

The cushions came back today, they look great. The before and after pics
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It is the same fabric as the curtains. Now I better get my rear in gear and do the cabinet doors.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-30-2013, 07:51 PM
Replies: 145
Views: 37,053
Posted By ryan parsons
today I put in the backup camera, now I can pull...

today I put in the backup camera, now I can pull it with the hot rod and see what is behind.
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Also got a little staining done and 2 clear coats on top. this panel is stained on both sides of...
Forum: General Chat 06-28-2013, 06:32 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,245
Posted By ryan parsons
loves his Boler

This Boler has been in our little town for a number of years and this gentleman has been bugged way to many times about "do you want to sell it" He lives on the main road thru town so a lot of out of...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-19-2013, 11:18 AM
Replies: 145
Views: 37,053
Posted By ryan parsons
Got out for the weekend To Pratt lake, found that...

Got out for the weekend To Pratt lake, found that the fridge got to cold so picked up a indoor outdoor thermometer and mounted the guage on the side of the fridge cabinet and sealed the outdoor...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-08-2013, 08:10 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,770
Posted By ryan parsons
Home Hardware has got it on the west side of...

Home Hardware has got it on the west side of Canada.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-01-2013, 07:30 PM
Replies: 145
Views: 37,053
Posted By ryan parsons
The propane is done, checked and rechecked and...

The propane is done, checked and rechecked and rechecked, and then checked again just to be darn sure there is no leaks. Fridge is running now and will see how good it works tomorrow, barrel heater...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-31-2013, 10:17 PM
Replies: 145
Views: 37,053
Posted By ryan parsons
Just got the flooring done today, It is from...

Just got the flooring done today, It is from Dinoflex Manufacturing in Salmon Arm BC. It is called Interlocking Sport Flooring there are several thicknesses available but I have used the 8mm (5/16)...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-29-2013, 04:38 PM
Replies: 145
Views: 37,053
Posted By ryan parsons
glued the matting on the foam and trial fit, nice...

glued the matting on the foam and trial fit, nice and snug so ready For the upholsterer.
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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-28-2013, 10:11 PM
Replies: 145
Views: 37,053
Posted By ryan parsons
Had to do something on the trailer so got at it...

Had to do something on the trailer so got at it and did the Battery mount on the front of the trailer. It was a simple change, just moved the propane bottle over then mounted the battery box next to...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-28-2013, 06:45 PM
Replies: 145
Views: 37,053
Posted By ryan parsons
Thanks Roger I think that louvered cabinet...

Thanks Roger
I think that louvered cabinet doors are a great idea, I know what you mean with opening the cupboard doors and the air is either hot or cold depending on what the weather is like on...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-23-2013, 08:37 PM
Replies: 145
Views: 37,053
Posted By ryan parsons
Thanks Brian I will be doing that next time down...

Thanks Brian I will be doing that next time down to Osoyoos as that scale. It is unmanned now and easy to weigh both sides.
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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-22-2013, 07:40 PM
Replies: 145
Views: 37,053
Posted By ryan parsons
The first trip out and a couple of issues popped...

The first trip out and a couple of issues popped up, first is broke the front door lock needs a new one, a patch of ensolite let go, it is about 12 x 16 inches, have yet to deal with it but I feel it...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-16-2013, 09:29 PM
Replies: 145
Views: 37,053
Posted By ryan parsons
Nothing brings the whole thing together like...

Nothing brings the whole thing together like fabric, the curtains!, wow did Debs friend Rhonda do a job on them! The inner fabric is outdoor furniture stuff with a black out liner on the outer (which...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-16-2013, 05:20 PM
Replies: 145
Views: 37,053
Posted By ryan parsons
Thank you Mike and Imogene. It took me 35 yrs to...

Thank you Mike and Imogene. It took me 35 yrs to learn this stuff, I wish I was closer to others as I would love to lend a hand on some projects. Now the sports bar, I wish you would have mentioned...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-15-2013, 08:46 PM
Replies: 145
Views: 37,053
Posted By ryan parsons
something happened to the arborite attachments so...

something happened to the arborite attachments so here they are
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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-15-2013, 08:44 PM
Replies: 145
Views: 37,053
Posted By ryan parsons
Just about ready for the weekend, completed a few...

Just about ready for the weekend, completed a few things today. Arborite is done and countertops attached.
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Also remounted the old heater. The gas is not hooked up yet but that...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-14-2013, 10:05 PM
Replies: 145
Views: 37,053
Posted By ryan parsons
I called in the troops but he had to run along...

I called in the troops but he had to run along after 10 mins, He wasn't to much help so 8 hrs later I have it working well enough for the weekend. I don't have a schematic but still will draw one up...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-13-2013, 08:13 PM
Replies: 145
Views: 37,053
Posted By ryan parsons
Monday and the one thing I truly dislike is...

Monday and the one thing I truly dislike is electrical it always seems to bite me, like today!!, thought I had the 120 volt stuff all figuired out then plugged it in and nothing not even a blown...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-12-2013, 05:57 PM
Replies: 145
Views: 37,053
Posted By ryan parsons
It is Sunday and 4 days to go before we tow it to...

It is Sunday and 4 days to go before we tow it to Osoyoos (finished or not) yesterday and today got the driving lights rewired and all 12 volt wiring in just converter hookup and 120 volt left to do...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-10-2013, 09:21 PM
Replies: 145
Views: 37,053
Posted By ryan parsons
Friday the upper trim is done picture shows 11/16...

Friday the upper trim is done picture shows 11/16 corner moulding, this covers the 1/4 in plywood edge. Chose wood instead of the plastic edging as I am a wood guy.
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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-09-2013, 09:17 PM
Replies: 145
Views: 37,053
Posted By ryan parsons
Thursday and life got in the way of the Sportsman...

Thursday and life got in the way of the Sportsman today so very little done just a little staining and varathaning. we did manage to get the bed foam today had it custom cut to the side contours of...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-09-2013, 09:03 AM
Replies: 145
Views: 37,053
Posted By ryan parsons
Good Morning Roy You may be right about having...

Good Morning Roy
You may be right about having a blank slate, it is easier and faster when there is not a lot of stuff to work around. There is another aspect to that though, it is slower as you...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-08-2013, 08:22 PM
Replies: 145
Views: 37,053
Posted By ryan parsons
Wednesday- man did it fly by, The uppers both...

Wednesday- man did it fly by, The uppers both sides all boxed in ready for edge trim and will make all the doors later
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I made rear side uppers the same as front- 1 x 1 frame...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-07-2013, 09:05 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 16,203
Posted By ryan parsons
Moved to Alterations Modifications- title=...

Moved to Alterations Modifications- title= Rebuild of a Trillium Sportsman
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-06-2013, 07:31 PM
Replies: 145
Views: 37,053
Posted By ryan parsons
Mike it is a Porter cable 6902 1 3/4 hp router. I...

Mike it is a Porter cable 6902 1 3/4 hp router. I have used that model for 30 years, they in my mind are the best in there class. The blades are the most important part, use a good blade get a good...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-06-2013, 06:45 PM
Replies: 145
Views: 37,053
Posted By ryan parsons
Monday and the only thing done on the Sportsman...

Monday and the only thing done on the Sportsman is that my bride ordered the foam for the bed and the curtains are being made by a friend of Debs.
So David you asked what is the weight plus or...
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