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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-01-2017, 04:09 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 10,636
Posted By David Morgan
It a done deal! The Carefree is in new owners...

It a done deal! The Carefree is in new owners hands.

Thank you everyone for the support.
Forum: Classified Archives 09-01-2017, 04:08 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,018
Posted By David Morgan
Trailer sold this morning. A little bittersweet...

Trailer sold this morning. A little bittersweet as I don't like not finishing something I start. However that being said - I was happy to send her home with a fine young couple this morning.
...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-01-2017, 12:23 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 10,636
Posted By David Morgan
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Forum: Classified Archives 09-01-2017, 12:20 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,018
Posted By David Morgan
Another update: All exterior lighting is...

Another update:

All exterior lighting is installed now. Tail lights & marker lights. Ready to tow!

Also installed the thermostat, propane alarm & and several interior lights. Also central...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-30-2017, 10:53 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 10,636
Posted By David Morgan
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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-30-2017, 10:38 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 10,636
Posted By David Morgan
All framing was done with a Kreg Pocket Screw...

All framing was done with a Kreg Pocket Screw tool or wood doweling. This includes the wall framing and cabinet work. Also all connections are glued with Tight Bond III just for added strength. I...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-30-2017, 10:27 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 10,636
Posted By David Morgan
I found some more photos in my archive of the...

I found some more photos in my archive of the rebuild process. Nothing is in order here, but i figured i would add them to the blog. With the lack of documentation on this brand/model I only hope...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-30-2017, 10:18 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 10,636
Posted By David Morgan
Ahhh... Shucks! That's some of the nicest words i...

Ahhh... Shucks! That's some of the nicest words i have heard from anyone. Man I really needed that encouragement right now.

Thank you.
Forum: Classified Archives 08-29-2017, 11:04 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,018
Posted By David Morgan
For Sale - 1975 - 14' CareFree - Unfinished Restoration Project

Quick update. I finished wiring the 7way plug tonight. And also Installed thermostat. If I have time I will also install some of the lights
Later this week.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-29-2017, 11:00 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 10,636
Posted By David Morgan
Sooooooo.... the door latch! This is...

Sooooooo.... the door latch!
This is something I have needed to get to since taking on this project.

This came up with one of the folks who came to look at it the other day so I figured listen...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-28-2017, 10:48 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 10,636
Posted By David Morgan
It's listed in the classifieds. I did not think...

It's listed in the classifieds. I did not think it proper to advertise it in the build/mods blog. :)

feel free to PM me to discuss.

Thank you
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-28-2017, 01:57 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 10,636
Posted By David Morgan
So on the lock set. This came with the Bargman...

So on the lock set. This came with the Bargman l-400. However it had been completely damaged by the PO. I attempted to repair it, but the casing was cracked in several places. I took it to a...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-28-2017, 12:07 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 10,636
Posted By David Morgan
I wanted to take a moment to thank the folks with...

I wanted to take a moment to thank the folks with the Trail British Columbia Historical Society. They were able to dig up the following newspaper clippings. This is just about all of the information...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-28-2017, 11:56 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 10,636
Posted By David Morgan
Update on the Build

This is as far as i got. The project Stalled for a couple of years due to many factors including my job travel and health circumstances. I am moving now and it is up for sale. But i wanted to finish...
Forum: Classified Archives 08-28-2017, 11:45 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,018
Posted By David Morgan
SOLD: 1975 - 14' CareFree - Unfinished Restoration Project

I have been working on this project for about 3 years or so. But i cannot finish it as my circumstances have changed drastically.

1973 - Carefree (Brand)
Very rare - Similar to: Ventura or...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-11-2015, 03:05 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 10,636
Posted By David Morgan
83864back wall insulated and skinned. Looks huge...

83864back wall insulated and skinned. Looks huge without the window. Ill be cutting the window in this weekend. And hope to have all the wall paneling finished by Saturday. Then I can move on to...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-05-2015, 04:02 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 10,636
Posted By David Morgan
It's been nearly a year since work stopped on...

It's been nearly a year since work stopped on this restoration. Due to work and health. But I have finally gotten back to it and made a little progress last few days. There were many hours in...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-19-2014, 11:05 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 6,353
Posted By David Morgan
You don't think there is plywood under the green?...

You don't think there is plywood under the green? It should make more of a thud than a clack if you tap it. I dono we need a burro expert to chime in here :)
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-19-2014, 10:36 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 6,353
Posted By David Morgan
That is interesting. It actually looks like the...

That is interesting. It actually looks like the plywood has been cutout maybe? I don't know on that rig, but looks suspicious. Do you have more photos maybe zoomed out a little further so we can see...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-18-2014, 02:34 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 6,353
Posted By David Morgan
Real wood floors in a Scamp 1998 16?

I think there is plywood laminated under the fiberglass in a burro. But I am not sure.

Can you post a picture?
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-11-2014, 04:14 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 6,218
Posted By David Morgan
I don't even think there is an epoxy that will...

I don't even think there is an epoxy that will truly bond to HDPE or UHMW-PE.

If you rough it up enough you can achieve a "mechanical bond" but it won't be reliable.

I have fiberglassed to PVC...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-10-2014, 04:58 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 6,218
Posted By David Morgan
There is a product called resin deck that is high...

There is a product called resin deck that is high density plywood, made with some very industrial resin. My company builds mezzanines with it that fork lifts drive on. 3/4", its also very commonly...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-08-2014, 09:29 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 10,636
Posted By David Morgan
The concept of this trailers design is actually...

The concept of this trailers design is actually very good IMhO. According to one article I found, they Canadian Olympic Ski Team stayed in these up on the mountain for a week in sub zero...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-08-2014, 09:11 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 10,636
Posted By David Morgan
That's what I am guessing, but I have had more...

That's what I am guessing, but I have had more than one boat person tell me not to do it over the years. I don't think it will be a problem on this part. But then again it made it 40 years as it was...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-07-2014, 09:08 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 10,636
Posted By David Morgan
I repaired the spoiler the other night. Here is...

I repaired the spoiler the other night. Here is what Plywood looks like after 40 years of water.
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I have repaired it, and now its actualy water tight.72092 But I feel I should seal...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-07-2014, 09:03 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 10,636
Posted By David Morgan
Finally felt like I had the ceiling supported...

Finally felt like I had the ceiling supported well enough to pull out the shower surround. Unbelievable hard job. Had to do it, the roof has damage in that corner, and so did the surround. Also the...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-01-2014, 10:46 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 6,353
Posted By David Morgan
Solid tung and groove is probably a trifle...

Solid tung and groove is probably a trifle lighter than an engineered version of the same thickness. It's all certainly heavier than linoleum or or laminate. But if you're only doing an 4X6 area or...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-01-2014, 09:29 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 6,353
Posted By David Morgan
Real wood floors in a Scamp 1998 16?

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Pre finished BamBoo true tung and groove 3/4" thick. Not "engendered" sealed with a nice floor wax.

There are some benefits to "engineered" hard woods. The materials are stable,...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-01-2014, 09:11 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 10,636
Posted By David Morgan
Goodness sakes I sure hope so! I am no expert for...

Goodness sakes I sure hope so! I am no expert for sure. But it seams this thing was doomed before it left the factory floor. The engineers were so convinced it wasn't water tight they actually built...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-01-2014, 09:02 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 10,636
Posted By David Morgan
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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-01-2014, 01:02 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 10,636
Posted By David Morgan
Finally got to spend some time working on the...

Finally got to spend some time working on the project. I am starting to put stuff back in :).718057180671807
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-14-2014, 11:30 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 10,636
Posted By David Morgan
I wanted clarify something on the glass work I am...

I wanted clarify something on the glass work I am doing. Since this trailer has wood panel interior walls I am not concerned with matching the thickness of the original fiberglass shell. On the...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-13-2014, 10:57 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 10,636
Posted By David Morgan
Might be wishful thinking, or downright lunacy....

Might be wishful thinking, or downright lunacy. But I am shooting for a Mid July usability date, this restoration has a purpose. I just hope I can get her there in time!
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-13-2014, 09:02 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 10,636
Posted By David Morgan
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The two halves of this rig are not glassed together, not even glued. There is about 1/4" of overlap, and the belly band screwed through and into the wood inside. This lasted 40 years so...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-12-2014, 09:12 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 10,636
Posted By David Morgan
69792 First of probably many, cans of Bondo...

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First of probably many, cans of Bondo Kitty Hair. Fantastic stuff for building up! I managed to laminate 3 yards of fabric and one full can of resin on the inside to shore up the damaged...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-08-2014, 12:45 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 10,636
Posted By David Morgan
So in hours, hours, and more hours of research. I...

So in hours, hours, and more hours of research. I have dug up some information on this Manufacturer:

Carefree Design Enterprises Limited
Operated in Trail BC
The CEO at some point...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-08-2014, 12:40 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 10,636
Posted By David Morgan
My dad worked with fiberglass for 35 years. So I...

My dad worked with fiberglass for 35 years. So I am pretty use the the "itchy scratchies" at least, built up an immunity I guess. It is really a wonderful building material!
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-06-2014, 10:54 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 10,636
Posted By David Morgan
Absolutely. Repairs to fiberglass is always best...

Absolutely. Repairs to fiberglass is always best from the inside. Laminating over gel coat is very weak to begin with. So you have to do a lot of tapering. And as you indicate a lot more cosmetic...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-06-2014, 09:52 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 10,636
Posted By David Morgan
Started the tear out Friday night. This thing had...

Started the tear out Friday night. This thing had hundreds of water leaks. 6958069581

Few more hours of striping, prying, yankin, whackin, bleeding & tossing. And I can start putting stuff back...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-04-2014, 11:34 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 10,636
Posted By David Morgan
Ahh, I was wondering about that! Thank you for...

Ahh, I was wondering about that! Thank you for the research. I think I have decided for sure I am going to go that route on the top at least.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-04-2014, 02:42 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 10,636
Posted By David Morgan
Soooo....... is this "White Knight" product a...

Soooo....... is this "White Knight" product a Canadian only club? That seams to be the only place I can find it! Doh! You Canadians always have the best stuff! First it was Maple Syrup, Then robotic...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-03-2014, 10:52 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 10,636
Posted By David Morgan
I looked at you're pictures that is very nice!...

I looked at you're pictures that is very nice! Cabin on wheels!

I think for my build here were going to go with something more vanilla, but I am considering a few options.

I am also very...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-03-2014, 08:13 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,647
Posted By David Morgan
Donna is right which you probably already know....

Donna is right which you probably already know. But I got myself in quite a jam when I removed the closet cabinet on a scamp 13'.. Didn't realize how much of the structural stability was tied to the...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-03-2014, 05:17 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 10,636
Posted By David Morgan
any way to link to them in this post?

any way to link to them in this post?
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-03-2014, 12:25 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 10,636
Posted By David Morgan
How do you post PDF files?

How do you post PDF files?
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-03-2014, 12:07 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 10,636
Posted By David Morgan
Thank you for the info, i reached out to Kevin!

Thank you for the info, i reached out to Kevin!
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-03-2014, 11:52 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 10,636
Posted By David Morgan
Yes it does! That's what i thought when I saw it....

Yes it does! That's what i thought when I saw it.

Speaking of Ventura there is one in rough but doable shape for sale here in Yakima. If someone wants a project let me know I will tell you where...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-02-2014, 10:31 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 10,636
Posted By David Morgan
LOL Thanks for the appraisal! I will keep that in...

LOL Thanks for the appraisal! I will keep that in my back pocket, if the project goes south!
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-02-2014, 10:28 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 10,636
Posted By David Morgan
Few more photos for the album! One thing i...

Few more photos for the album!

One thing i notice is that the Fibeglass seams to be thinner than the Scamp/Boler glass. The original is tan in color, is there any chance this is an Epoxy resin,...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-02-2014, 10:16 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 10,636
Posted By David Morgan
Yes I did buy it off CL in Portlandia. I don't...

Yes I did buy it off CL in Portlandia. I don't know about previous listing, but i was sure the very nice chap I purchased it from had recently acquired it. It is not a project for the weak of heart...
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