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Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 07-07-2011, 01:20 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,764
Posted By Mark V.
We've got an '09 Murano bought specifically for...

We've got an '09 Murano bought specifically for it's ability to tow our '77 Boler. From what I found on the Murano forum, any issues were limited to the first few years and not with the later ones. ...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-07-2011, 12:51 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 11,346
Posted By Mark V.
Man, you could fit a *lot of fish* in one of...

Man, you could fit a *lot of fish* in one of those metal boxes! :p
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-07-2011, 12:46 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 10,620
Posted By Mark V.
I found one of those briefcase models used on...

I found one of those briefcase models used on Kijiji. It's in a "Power Fist" box and was purchased in Canada at Princess Auto. I had a look but they don't list that product anymore.

-M
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-05-2011, 03:22 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,634
Posted By Mark V.
The biggest difference you would notice will be...

The biggest difference you would notice will be the weight! I don't know how much they are 'stock' but we looked at one that was around 1500lbs empty! That's a lot more than a Boler and I know you...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-05-2011, 03:15 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,182
Posted By Mark V.
I used the rocker-guard from a spray can and it...

I used the rocker-guard from a spray can and it didn't go on very thick at all. That is to say it wouldn't hide much and may actually make imperfections larger, not smaller!

That said, using...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-05-2011, 10:31 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,182
Posted By Mark V.
If you *did* do it from the outside, it would...

If you *did* do it from the outside, it would have to be so thin that it wouldn't be structural anymore. If you do it thick enough to be structural, it would look 'lumpy'.
How much of it can you...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-03-2011, 04:09 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,254
Posted By Mark V.
I just removed my wheels today and Lo and behold:...

I just removed my wheels today and Lo and behold: flanges! Sorry, I was always under the impression that there were none.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-02-2011, 09:15 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,254
Posted By Mark V.
My '77 hasn't got them. The axle is 34 years...

My '77 hasn't got them. The axle is 34 years old, so it should be due for replacing anyway.

-Mark
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-29-2011, 11:48 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,432
Posted By Mark V.
I've done t-shirts using ModPodge, like this: ...

I've done t-shirts using ModPodge, like this:
https://craftgrrl.livejournal.com/3674467.html?page=11&cut_expand=1#cutid1

...and have considered some trailer graphics the same way.
I don't think...
Forum: Referrals: Molded Fiberglass Trailers 06-26-2011, 11:22 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 9,185
Posted By Mark V.
Leopardskin Boler!! in Edmonton, Alberta

Ok, it's not mine but I saw the ad and just had to share!

Leopardskin Boler needs new home - Calgary Travel Trailers, Campers For Sale - Kijiji Calgary Canada....
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-24-2011, 10:16 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 17,798
Posted By Mark V.
A bit high but it depends what else is for sale.

Have a good look at the frame for cracking around the axle mount points and underneath the front bunk. Those seem to me like the most likely places you'll see issues. Are the tires usable and is...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 06-21-2011, 08:46 PM
Replies: 920
Views: 504,297
Posted By Mark V.
I have a varied assortment of un-washed latex...

I have a varied assortment of un-washed latex paint brushes in my freezer already! Every now and then I'll throw them all out 'cause they'll dry out eventually.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-21-2011, 08:43 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,493
Posted By Mark V.
Nicely done Doug! I bet it feels downright roomy...

Nicely done Doug! I bet it feels downright roomy in there! Love the speakers.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-16-2011, 10:37 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,288
Posted By Mark V.
Varsol should do a nice job of removing the old...

Varsol should do a nice job of removing the old putty. I can't comment on the rope caulk.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-15-2011, 06:17 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,125
Posted By Mark V.
I use a 2x2 as a bed rail in our Boler. I...

I use a 2x2 as a bed rail in our Boler.

I drilled two 1/2" holes in the bottom of the 2x2 and hammered in two 6" bits of 1/2" copper pipe that I had laying around. Two small screws stop the...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-14-2011, 08:25 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,493
Posted By Mark V.
Great, I'm glad to hear it. BTW, I love what...

Great, I'm glad to hear it. BTW, I love what you've done with the trailer. Have you posted interior pics? I want to see what you've done around the closet area.

-M
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-14-2011, 08:05 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,877
Posted By Mark V.
Does your trailer have car tires on it? I'm no...

Does your trailer have car tires on it? I'm no expert but I'd be looking at the tires and the already mentioned suspension.
Forum: General Chat 06-14-2011, 03:10 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,084
Posted By Mark V.
I keep and empty long-nose butane igniters in a...

I keep and empty long-nose butane igniters in a drawer for lighting my furnace. It's always there 'cause no one will borrow it for lighting the camp fire!
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-14-2011, 12:18 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 11,598
Posted By Mark V.
Thanks Brad, I'll be adding this to my list of...

Thanks Brad, I'll be adding this to my list of things to do!

-M
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-14-2011, 12:12 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,493
Posted By Mark V.
Doug, what wheels are those and are those tires...

Doug, what wheels are those and are those tires highway rated? They look really low and wide like something you'd find on a golf cart.

-M
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-10-2011, 01:27 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,820
Posted By Mark V.
Mounted on your Tongue?

Like this?
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-10-2011, 01:17 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,820
Posted By Mark V.
I don't take a generator - but what about using a...

I don't take a generator - but what about using a siphon?
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-10-2011, 12:45 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,000
Posted By Mark V.
Neat idea! Just reading the forums on my lunch...

Neat idea! Just reading the forums on my lunch break and installed one from the Android Marketplace - it will even beep when it's level, making it a one person job!
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 06-05-2011, 01:14 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 34,106
Posted By Mark V.
What, no pics?

What, no pics?
Forum: Fulltiming in a Molded Fiberglass Trailer 06-03-2011, 12:21 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,899
Posted By Mark V.
Wow! It looks like a cozy but very usable living...

Wow! It looks like a cozy but very usable living space. I am truly impressed.

-M
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-02-2011, 01:54 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 7,079
Posted By Mark V.
The old caulk should come off easily with a putty...

The old caulk should come off easily with a putty knife (or spatula) and a rag with Varsol or something similar. Rub it down to the bare gelcoat and you'll get a proper seal when new caulk is...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-02-2011, 01:51 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,755
Posted By Mark V.
I didn't actually weigh my door but it sounds...

I didn't actually weigh my door but it sounds like a lot!
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 06-02-2011, 07:45 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 36,866
Posted By Mark V.
BTW, Rustoleum is sold in Canada as Tremclad. ...

BTW, Rustoleum is sold in Canada as Tremclad.

<goes to check out that 3 year review...>

Cool, glad to see it's held up. I used the same methods on my Boler, but didn't aim for the same...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-02-2011, 07:38 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 6,616
Posted By Mark V.
Cripes! I hope it was cheap. :p

Cripes! I hope it was cheap. :p
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-31-2011, 12:40 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,363
Posted By Mark V.
Beautiful work! The fiberglass looks amazing and...

Beautiful work! The fiberglass looks amazing and I LOVE the cabinet faces.

Two Thumbs up! :thumb :thumb
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 05-30-2011, 08:31 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 10,279
Posted By Mark V.
An excellent point. I hadn't even thought of...

An excellent point. I hadn't even thought of that!
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-30-2011, 08:30 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,296
Posted By Mark V.
Is that frosted glass, clear glass or is the...

Is that frosted glass, clear glass or is the glass not in it yet?
If the glass is in, I'm guessing it doesn't open.
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 05-30-2011, 08:16 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 10,279
Posted By Mark V.
Wow, lots of replies and some great ideas. It's...

Wow, lots of replies and some great ideas. It's still a bit of a question mark for me but i'm going to price out a roof rack. Once I know what parts I'll need, I can look around for a used setup.
...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-30-2011, 08:11 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,717
Posted By Mark V.
Thanks!

Thanks!
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-30-2011, 07:21 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,717
Posted By Mark V.
It's an illusion. The red oxide primer seems to...

It's an illusion. The red oxide primer seems to give it a bit of an orange tinge but it's really red.

-m
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-30-2011, 01:08 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,717
Posted By Mark V.
There are a few interior pictures in Picasa...

There are a few interior pictures in Picasa gallery.
https://picasaweb.google.com/4umfreak/BolerPics?authkey=Gv1sRgCK_yzeDM7t76Nw&feat=email#

Note that the curtains only have dots on one side,...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-30-2011, 12:46 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,717
Posted By Mark V.
Just washed after last weekend's outing

I added a few more pictures in an attempt to show the finish quality. It's really hard to capture.
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 05-29-2011, 11:19 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 10,279
Posted By Mark V.
I agree with all of these. At the moment my...

I agree with all of these. At the moment my preference is swaying (pun intended) between #2 & #3.

#2 should also include: con: extender reduces hitch capacity by up to 50%
#4 should also...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 05-29-2011, 10:20 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 10,279
Posted By Mark V.
Best option for bicycle rack?

I'm towing a 1977 Boler with a 2009 Murano. This summer I'd like to bring 2 kids bikes and a 26" mountain bike. What's my best option for bringing them along?
Last year we simply put the bikes in...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-28-2011, 10:05 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 13,112
Posted By Mark V.
Doc, These camper heaters are great and came in...

Doc,
These camper heaters are great and came in many Bolers. I don't think many would dispute the value of fanless, noiseless heat.

Here's a video of one being fired: YouTube - &#x202a;Suburban...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 05-27-2011, 01:40 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,292
Posted By Mark V.
I used this stuff around the door cut out and...

I used this stuff around the door cut out and front window cover on my Boler.

Faucher Industries Inc. Welcomes You (https://www.faucher.ca/0404_Edge_Trim.html)
Item # 6224014

It's $1.84/ft,...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-27-2011, 12:51 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 11,598
Posted By Mark V.
Now that it's been there for a few days, do you...

Now that it's been there for a few days, do you still feel that the 3m Super 90 was required?
I like how it looks in your photo and haven't seen many other options.

-M
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-27-2011, 12:29 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,717
Posted By Mark V.
Thanks Francesca! Now that you've gone and...

Thanks Francesca!

Now that you've gone and done that I'll have to take and post another picture that's actually *in focus*!

;)
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-27-2011, 11:44 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,717
Posted By Mark V.
Thanks! No, I won't be putting a clear coat...

Thanks!

No, I won't be putting a clear coat on it. If I leave it as-is, I could do touch-ups easily if it ever needs it. Hopefully not for quite some time!

Oh, and a decent respirator (~$45)...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-25-2011, 02:30 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,717
Posted By Mark V.
Of course that doesn't include things like...

Of course that doesn't include things like fiberglass repair kit, gorilla glue, bondo, spot filler, rocker guard, butyl tape, butyl caulk, rivets, various stainless screws / bolts, "Plumber's...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-25-2011, 02:04 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,717
Posted By Mark V.
I bought two 4 litre cans (red & white) of the...

I bought two 4 litre cans (red & white) of the 'oil based' Tremclad for $40 each. I used about half of each can, so it you were doing one colour, a single can may be sufficient.

For thinning, I...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-24-2011, 08:50 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,717
Posted By Mark V.
Cargo box

HaHa, me too. I was fooling around one night trying to come up with something for additional storage when it donned on me that I had this ex-truck bed cargo box in my garage doing nothing. I cut a...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-24-2011, 08:34 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,717
Posted By Mark V.
Thanks! The prep and painting was a *lot* of...

Thanks! The prep and painting was a *lot* of work especially after effectively 'throwing away' my first three coats of red. The finish is shiny and smooth with consistent colour.

Last weekend...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-24-2011, 04:06 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,717
Posted By Mark V.
That stupid glue will expand to fill any gaps. ...

That stupid glue will expand to fill any gaps. When I reinstalled the ensolite on the ceiling I hadn't properly pressed all of it back in place. I was left with a few 'lumps' in my otherwise...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-24-2011, 03:28 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,717
Posted By Mark V.
1977 Boler inexpensive exterior paint

I just finished this project painting the exterior of my Boler with thinned Tremclad and a foam roller.

https://4u2c.it/15wF6

It took 5 coats with wet sanding (400 & 600 grit) after coats 2...
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