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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
07-27-2020, 03:29 PM
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Casita with Wobbly Push Buttons?
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1,775
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Thomas G.
The Builders Supply periodically has free...
The Builders Supply periodically has free shipping for orders over $25, so check coupon codes for each supplier to get the best deal.
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
07-26-2020, 11:25 AM
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Casita with Wobbly Push Buttons?
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1,775
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Thomas G.
Casita with Wobbly Push Buttons?
If your Casita has wobbly push button latches and looks "off" when open or closed, you can buy 13 mm rosette bezels to stabilize the button and trim up the gap when open or locked. I've found two...
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NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade
05-28-2019, 05:29 PM
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Gravel Shield and Half Pint Microwave
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Thomas G.
Gravel Shield and Half Pint Microwave
Gravel Shield and Half Pint Microwave
40 Each
I've got a couple of items that might be of interest to FG Egg Owners . Unfortunately both are really not practical to ship, but are available...
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Forum Admin, News & Announcements
05-18-2019, 10:40 AM
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Problem With Classified Posting
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1,471
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Thomas G.
Still no luck. I got an email from the...
Still no luck. I got an email from the administrator with instructions, but unfortunately, the instructions were to do what I'm already doing - which doesn't work.
Anyone else get stuck in an...
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General Chat
05-14-2019, 11:15 PM
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Trying to list on Classifieds
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Thomas G.
I did . No response.
I did . No response.
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General Chat
05-14-2019, 08:28 PM
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Trying to list on Classifieds
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936
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Thomas G.
I've tried this again and again. After inputting...
I've tried this again and again. After inputting the information requested, I get "Unauthorized credentials" with no further options. :(
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Forum Admin, News & Announcements
05-11-2019, 09:28 AM
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Problem With Classified Posting
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1,471
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Thomas G.
Problem With Classified Posting
Is anyone else having a problem posting a classified ad? I get into a mode where I log in, it recognizes me and I click "post ad" and it kicks me back to the log in page - an endless loop.
I...
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Hi, I am....
10-01-2013, 05:54 AM
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Hi everyone....some design, some products...from me
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Thomas G.
Welcome Pavel. You are truly an artist and do...
Welcome Pavel. You are truly an artist and do beautiful work.
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
09-30-2013, 02:30 PM
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Is this safe to use ??
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Posted By
Thomas G.
You can buy a new one for about $30 at Harbor...
You can buy a new one for about $30 at Harbor Freight (https://www.harborfreight.com/trailer-sway-control-kit-96462.html). On the linked page, there is a product manual that you can download to...
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General Chat
09-29-2013, 05:25 PM
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Improving MPG
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Posted By
Thomas G.
I wonder if you could just glue on some dust pans...
I wonder if you could just glue on some dust pans from the dollar store?...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
09-29-2013, 05:15 PM
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run away brake thingy
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1,206
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Thomas G.
I'm assuming you mean the break away switch ...
I'm assuming you mean the break away switch
Yes, you should be able to push the pin back into the breakaway switch
No, the brakes are powered off the tow vehicle, unless the break away switch...
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
09-29-2013, 04:43 PM
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There's a hole in my Boler my Boler my Boler
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Thomas G.
Fred, are you referring to the faucet on the...
Fred, are you referring to the faucet on the right or the faucet on the left?
For the city water, some people have used a pull out bath faucet, others the faucet from a reverse osmosis water...
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General Chat
09-29-2013, 04:39 PM
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Improving MPG
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Thomas G.
Exactly - influenced by salt flats cars.
Exactly - influenced by salt flats cars.
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General Chat
09-29-2013, 04:35 PM
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Improving MPG
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3,382
Posted By
Thomas G.
I like the pizza pan wheel covers.:D
I like the pizza pan wheel covers.:D
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
09-29-2013, 03:02 PM
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Crooked Camper
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Posted By
Thomas G.
Several of us with the similar UHaul have noticed...
Several of us with the similar UHaul have noticed that a number of the 1/4" bolts that hold the body to the frame were missing, broken or badly rusted. So, it might be worth your while to inspect and...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
09-29-2013, 02:57 PM
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Door gasket
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2,273
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Thomas G.
You are probably right, but the UHaul manual does...
You are probably right, but the UHaul manual does suggest caulking the weather strip, so maybe the wrong type was used from the get go.
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
09-29-2013, 02:48 PM
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Parkliner Tire Rub issues?
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Thomas G.
I wouldn't hesitate to buy a Parkliner if I were...
I wouldn't hesitate to buy a Parkliner if I were in the market. It is not like there are any technically challenging issues involved here. The axle needs to be repositioned slightly and the battery...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
09-29-2013, 01:19 PM
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Door gasket
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2,273
Posted By
Thomas G.
Which is why they seem to all leak and the UHaul...
Which is why they seem to all leak and the UHaul repair manual says to caulk around the window weather strip with , :eek:, silicone. :loltu
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
09-29-2013, 12:39 PM
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Door gasket
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2,273
Posted By
Thomas G.
Yes, in April 1985
Yes, in April 1985
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
09-29-2013, 10:57 AM
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Door gasket
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2,273
Posted By
Thomas G.
Thanks for the update. On my 1985 CT, the...
Thanks for the update. On my 1985 CT, the non-emergency window seal was also the type with an attached locking strip, as was the door window . The separate locking strip seal worked fine as a...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
09-29-2013, 10:47 AM
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Crooked Camper
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3,692
Posted By
Thomas G.
The Companion camper was built based on using...
The Companion camper was built based on using parts from the discontinued UHaul CT13 around 1987. It appears that Companion used at least part of the UHaul frame, as can be seen in the tubular...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
09-29-2013, 09:24 AM
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Small 120 volt breaker alternative?
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Thomas G.
Yep, you are right.
Yep, you are right.
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
09-29-2013, 07:18 AM
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Propane Stove in a U Haul
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Posted By
Thomas G.
Chris, great to hear that it worked out for you....
Chris, great to hear that it worked out for you. What was wrong with the cook top stove?
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
09-29-2013, 07:10 AM
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Small 120 volt breaker alternative?
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Posted By
Thomas G.
I think your photo is of a GFCI protected cord....
I think your photo is of a GFCI protected cord. Here is another with a circuit breaker:
https://www.lowes.com/pd_145271-33536-C664502001_0__
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
09-29-2013, 07:02 AM
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Small 120 volt breaker alternative?
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1,438
Posted By
Thomas G.
My UHaul came with just a standard double width...
My UHaul came with just a standard double width electrical box. One one side is a GFCI outlet and on the other side is a simple thermal breaker like this one:...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
09-28-2013, 06:22 PM
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Crooked Camper
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3,692
Posted By
Thomas G.
I'd take it to a frame / leaf spring type of shop...
I'd take it to a frame / leaf spring type of shop and have them take a look. It sounds marginally safe.
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Referrals: Molded Fiberglass Trailers
09-28-2013, 03:37 PM
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MI: Scamp 16'
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Posted By
Thomas G.
Sorry, I just saw this also listed as a SCAM on...
Sorry, I just saw this also listed as a SCAM on the FGRV 4 Sale sight. :mad:
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Referrals: Molded Fiberglass Trailers
09-28-2013, 03:34 PM
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MI: Scamp
Views:
1,013
Posted By
Thomas G.
MI: Scamp
Scamp camping trailer (https://detroit.craigslist.org/mcb/rvs/4096754111.html)
https://images.craigslist.org/01313_f7n6VQjakqh_600x450.jpg
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General Chat
09-28-2013, 05:45 AM
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Escape 21 Photos
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Posted By
Thomas G.
These photos make me ask - what is the...
These photos make me ask - what is the construction of the Escape floor? It looks like a fiberglass tub with maybe plywood underneath?
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Referrals: Molded Fiberglass Trailers
09-27-2013, 04:57 PM
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6
MI: Scamp 16'
Views:
1,662
Posted By
Thomas G.
MI: Scamp 16'
""99 SCAMP 16 (https://windsor.en.craigslist.ca/sno/4089474997.html)
https://images.craigslist.org/00I0I_5sbLSd99OOx_600x450.jpg
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Referrals: Molded Fiberglass Trailers
09-27-2013, 04:54 PM
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0
MI: Scamp 13'
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1,110
Posted By
Thomas G.
MI: Scamp 13'
https://detroit.craigslist.org/okl/rvs/4092197577.html
https://images.craigslist.org/00m0m_domgAjtC40x_600x450.jpg
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Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators
09-27-2013, 03:45 PM
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10
Converter and smart charger
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2,182
Posted By
Thomas G.
The furnace likely has electronics inside. The...
The furnace likely has electronics inside. The current converter isn't going to hurt the battery unless you leave it plugged in for long periods of time, though I agree that it is a good idea to...
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General Chat
09-27-2013, 03:38 PM
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36
Oliver trailers
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7,319
Posted By
Thomas G.
Does the expression "herding cats" mean anything...
Does the expression "herding cats" mean anything to you? :loltu
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
09-27-2013, 02:04 PM
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4
Weight Distribution Hitch
Views:
1,575
Posted By
Thomas G.
You may find this useful: Common Weight...
You may find this useful: Common Weight Distribution and Sway Control Questions | etrailer.com (https://www.etrailer.com/faq-weightdistribution.aspx)
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
09-27-2013, 02:01 PM
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78 boler restoration.
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1,193
Posted By
Thomas G.
You can find lots of threads about gluing...
You can find lots of threads about gluing ensolite by using the Google search option here. See graphic below.
...
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Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators
09-27-2013, 01:40 PM
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10
Converter and smart charger
Views:
2,182
Posted By
Thomas G.
If you have separate boxes for the AC breakers...
If you have separate boxes for the AC breakers and DC fuses, it would be easier just to replace the converter as shown in my link. If you need to replace the breaker box and fuses holder, then the PD...
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General Chat
09-27-2013, 08:50 AM
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Wood UHaul Logo
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1,298
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Thomas G.
Wood UHaul Logo
This is kind of neat.
Uhaul Sign Wood Logo Custom Made | eBay (https://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=251347481319&ssPageName=ADME:B:SS:US:1123)
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General Chat
09-27-2013, 06:47 AM
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38
Loading generator on truck
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13,904
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Thomas G.
I "sistered" beams on either side of one of the...
I "sistered" beams on either side of one of the rafters that I attached this to so the beam is stronger than the capacity of the lift. It is extremely handy to load things. I even suspend 3 point...
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Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators
09-27-2013, 06:41 AM
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10
Converter and smart charger
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2,182
Posted By
Thomas G.
I think the short answer is yes, but you'd need...
I think the short answer is yes, but you'd need to create a wiring schematic to decide where to put a switch.
If your fuses are separate form the converter, I'd just replace the old converter with...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
09-27-2013, 06:32 AM
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10
Roof seal for Burro
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2,097
Posted By
Thomas G.
Check out eBay: trim lok edge trim | eBay...
Check out eBay: trim lok edge trim | eBay (https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_odkw=jp+carriages&_osacat=0&_from=R40&_trksid=p2045573.m570.l1311.R3.TR3.TRC1.A0.Xtrim+lok&_nkw=trim+lok+edge+trim&_sacat=0)
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
09-26-2013, 07:24 PM
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SnoozyRedoozy II
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3,945
Posted By
Thomas G.
Melanie, meet 3M VHB tape. 3M™ VHB™ Tape...
Melanie, meet 3M VHB tape. 3M™ VHB™ Tape (https://solutions.3m.com/wps/portal/3M/en_US/Adhesives/Tapes/Products/?N=5485815&rt=c3)
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
09-26-2013, 07:04 PM
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Screen door on Uhaul
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3,729
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Thomas G.
I'll say anything if I think someone will believe...
I'll say anything if I think someone will believe me. :loltu
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
09-26-2013, 07:00 PM
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Add-a-shelf
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Posted By
Thomas G.
I mounted an aluminum plate to the fiberglass...
I mounted an aluminum plate to the fiberglass with 3M VHB tape, then attached the brackets to the aluminum with short screws.
...
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General Chat
09-26-2013, 06:58 PM
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38
Loading generator on truck
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13,904
Posted By
Thomas G.
This is what I have in my barn hanging from the...
This is what I have in my barn hanging from the rafters - less than $100 when I bought it on sale. I use it for all kinds of tasks like removing the mower from my tractor, lifting implements, etc.
...
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
09-26-2013, 12:09 PM
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Screen door on Uhaul
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3,729
Posted By
Thomas G.
The zipper handle on mine broke too. I found out...
The zipper handle on mine broke too. I found out that it is a standard zipper and was able to buy a new sliding mechanism for it - you need to unsew it at the bottom, exchange zipper feet, then resew.
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
09-26-2013, 11:07 AM
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Hitch ? Where to install?
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6,969
Posted By
Thomas G.
I think this is a misrepresentation of the...
I think this is a misrepresentation of the discussion. But I agree, if you don't know what you are doing you should go with a larger, more forgiving vehicle.
Conversely, until someone shows me the...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
09-26-2013, 07:11 AM
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Regulator for Propane tank
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4,543
Posted By
Thomas G.
As a side note, discharging your battery below 12...
As a side note, discharging your battery below 12 volts damages it quite a bit. You can buy a batter voltmeter that sticks in the power point rather inexpensively to monitor batter charge level.
...
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
09-26-2013, 07:03 AM
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Hitch ? Where to install?
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6,969
Posted By
Thomas G.
None. Once you have the 2" opening, further...
None. Once you have the 2" opening, further capacity is of no help with your tow vehicle.
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Referrals: Molded Fiberglass Trailers
09-26-2013, 06:59 AM
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MI: Casita 16'
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1,298
Posted By
Thomas G.
MI: Casita 16'
1999 Casita Spirit Deluxe 16 (https://www.fiberglass-rv-4sale.com/for-sale/1999-casita-spirit-deluxe-16%E2%80%99-8995-%E2%80%93-shelby-township-mi)
...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
09-26-2013, 06:42 AM
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Roof seal for Burro
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2,097
Posted By
Thomas G.
Thanks for the correction on the spelling. (Lok,...
Thanks for the correction on the spelling. (Lok, not Loc).
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