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Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-22-2022, 01:36 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,329
Posted By jokra
I have a real aversion to sanding the F/G gelcoat...

I have a real aversion to sanding the F/G gelcoat unless absolutely necessary. I suggest you check your local marine parts/paint store for paints and preparation. Since my RV is the T4500, it am not...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 02-14-2022, 02:53 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,917
Posted By jokra
[QUOTE=Dino C;835074]Hello, I was...

[QUOTE=Dino C;835074]Hello,

I was considering purchasing a 70s era 4500. In a photo, the wheels looked like the trailer was riding at an appropriate height, and I suspect the axle might still be...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 01-22-2022, 11:38 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,382
Posted By jokra
Hi Karen, just an FYI about your dreams:...

Hi Karen, just an FYI about your dreams: travelling by minivan is completely different from travelling in a tow vehicle and mini-trailer, especially if you are travelling alone. I currently have a...
Forum: General Chat 10-22-2021, 10:15 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,808
Posted By jokra
Hi, what you want is a cabin cruiser that you...

Hi, what you want is a cabin cruiser that you find at a boat dealer. With that cabin layout, you use a porta-potti and the lake for bathing.
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 10-09-2021, 09:16 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,560
Posted By jokra
Hi, your trailer is essentially two F/G boat...

Hi, your trailer is essentially two F/G boat hulls, an option is to find a yacht club or marina and they usually can give you on how to deal with this. It also depends on how well prepared with...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 10-02-2021, 11:06 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,427
Posted By jokra
Looking at the list of things that need...

Looking at the list of things that need attention, it depends on your expectations. What I mean is do you want it to look like a new trailer or are planning on using it for travel at your...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 09-10-2021, 12:29 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 596
Posted By jokra
Hi Tim, I am in Toronto and have bought and...

Hi Tim,

I am in Toronto and have bought and renovated 2 Trillium trailers in the past. The first was relatively easy for me since it was in 1976 and the local Trillium factory was still here and I...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 09-08-2021, 12:53 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,343
Posted By jokra
On the subject of asbestos and where it was used....

On the subject of asbestos and where it was used. I was working on hooking up a furnace pipe to a chimney on an old farm house ca 1976/7 and was told to use asbestos powder from the local home...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 08-13-2021, 01:43 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,431
Posted By jokra
Most Americans wanting to come to Canada to spend...

Most Americans wanting to come to Canada to spend some RV time will probably have done some research into how Canadians are dealing differently with the Pandemic than US border states. We are having...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 08-06-2021, 01:21 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,194
Posted By jokra
Tow vehicle cpacity

Hi, I agree with most of the other responses, but not sure that Tow vehicle capacity is based on weight, and ignores the extra power required by the trailer front end air pressure resulting from...
Forum: General Chat 06-04-2021, 01:05 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 8,077
Posted By jokra
Hi Susan, just a couple of issues to consider,...

Hi Susan, just a couple of issues to consider, most of the FG have trailers have been built for the 90% useful layouts and still provide weight savings and structural rigidity. I "built" my first...
Forum: General Chat 06-03-2021, 09:25 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,918
Posted By jokra
A good well laid out van is easily sold but hard...

A good well laid out van is easily sold but hard to find. 5 people camping is always an "adventure". It depends on whether you need toilet/shower facilities or can do it outside in the campground?...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-25-2021, 12:07 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,985
Posted By jokra
I had to install a new Bargmann lock since my...

I had to install a new Bargmann lock since my T4500 did not have one when I bought it. I think sometimes this issue is related to other problems like the frame flexing or the F/G body flexing when...
Forum: Fulltiming in a Molded Fiberglass Trailer 05-25-2021, 11:50 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,280
Posted By jokra
This pandemic has taught all of us a lesson or...

This pandemic has taught all of us a lesson or two. We cannot count on things staying the same. I am in the Toronto area and we are still in a stay-at-home order, the US/Canada borders are closed....
Forum: General Chat 05-16-2021, 11:07 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,673
Posted By jokra
I think that it is a common problem and it...

I think that it is a common problem and it depends on the size & weight of the trailer as well as your health condition. I would suggest not unless you can get enough help if you get stuck. If the...
Forum: Money Matters 05-06-2021, 10:41 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,459
Posted By jokra
I am in Canada and recently got a revised credit...

I am in Canada and recently got a revised credit card from my credit card company with the same expiry date as before, but with a travel limit. I have been in lock-down for the last year and...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 05-01-2021, 09:21 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,390
Posted By jokra
An RV and tow hook-up can be quite easy or...

An RV and tow hook-up can be quite easy or difficult depending on all the components. I suggest you get your tow vehicle to a U-Haul or similar place for a quote. You will tell them the trailer specs...
Forum: General Chat 05-01-2021, 09:08 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,015
Posted By jokra
I am in Toronto and in self-isolation and the...

I am in Toronto and in self-isolation and the authorities are talking about closing the Canada/US border (again). I don't think they can actually do it or they would have by now. All our hospitals...
Forum: COVID-19 RVing Information 04-20-2021, 11:39 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,794
Posted By jokra
Hi Glen, Whistler has just about been closed by...

Hi Glen, Whistler has just about been closed by the Brazil strain. BC has a problem with visitors from the US using BC roads to reach Alaska and getting stuck in BC, as well as visitors from other...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-15-2021, 12:33 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,738
Posted By jokra
Hi Thrifty Bill, I like your idea of using two...

Hi Thrifty Bill, I like your idea of using two pieces of plywood, however I live in the Great White North and here we call that chipboard, which is mainly glue and wood chips and your picture shows...
Forum: General Chat 04-15-2021, 12:22 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,788
Posted By jokra
It looks great, especially when enlarged and you...

It looks great, especially when enlarged and you can see the separate Boler!
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 04-02-2021, 10:06 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,006
Posted By jokra
renting of tow vehicle?

About renting a tow vehicle one way, I would think that you should be able to do that since they rent flat bed car trailers that I have done from U-Haul. Just make sure that you call a close to your...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 02-27-2021, 11:40 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,465
Posted By jokra
Remember that these trailers are over 45 years...

Remember that these trailers are over 45 years old and were probably not designed to last that long, which is why we have to maintain them probably as long as we own them. Every time we take them on...
Forum: General Chat 02-20-2021, 03:54 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,353
Posted By jokra
You need to ask yourself with how comfortable you...

You need to ask yourself with how comfortable you are towing a trailer, especially since backing up will be much more difficult or impossible on your own. You need to decide how many seasons you want...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 01-31-2021, 04:09 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,721
Posted By jokra
There are several companies building/selling...

There are several companies building/selling Trilliums out west, you can contact them.
Forum: Money Matters 01-24-2021, 10:31 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,320
Posted By jokra
Hi Vanessa, if you want to see a T4500 in person...

Hi Vanessa, if you want to see a T4500 in person and are in the GTA, You can come and see mine. I have mine in the driveway and it is certainly not perfect. I can show it to you and give some of my...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 01-03-2021, 11:17 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,926
Posted By jokra
Be very careful maintaining your battery through...

Be very careful maintaining your battery through the cigarette lighter! I tried doing this with a small flat solar panel sitting on the dash in the van and the battery installed under the hood in the...
Forum: NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade 12-11-2020, 12:16 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 586
Posted By jokra
hi, just an FYI, Friday is Dec. 11 2020 in...

hi, just an FYI, Friday is Dec. 11 2020 in Ontario. You might want to specify the size since my T4500 needs larger cushions than most T1500's. Have a Merry Xmas.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 11-11-2020, 10:33 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,566
Posted By jokra
Just a quick note, rivets come in 4 different...

Just a quick note, rivets come in 4 different drill sizes any many lengths as well as aluminum or steel and with associated washers (if you can get at the backside) for extra strength and can be very...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 10-26-2020, 02:25 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,305
Posted By jokra
I forgot that my chains came with a clamp which...

I forgot that my chains came with a clamp which you use on both sides at the same time and drive forward the right amount and if done right don't require jacking up to install chains.

Just an...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 10-26-2020, 09:58 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,305
Posted By jokra
I have a 2-wheel drive Ford Econoline van and...

I have a 2-wheel drive Ford Econoline van and when I drove through the Rockies in winter, I was told that I needed chains, but said I only had to have them aboard if stuck. I still have a set of...
Forum: General Chat 10-14-2020, 10:19 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 999
Posted By jokra
I love the area from a long time ago when I lived...

I love the area from a long time ago when I lived in Montreal and went skiing there. Thanks for sharing the picture.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 10-06-2020, 10:01 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,409
Posted By jokra
Usually the interior and exterior FG gelcoat...

Usually the interior and exterior FG gelcoat colours are the same unless the trailer has been painted. I am really not a fan of painting F/G unless there is no other option. I usually use white...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 10-05-2020, 10:11 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 842
Posted By jokra
Hi Bob, I have a T4500 and am thinking of...

Hi Bob, I have a T4500 and am thinking of installing the furnace sitting unused in my garage. I was just reading about a portable round tub that would be perfect, since my "Trilli" does not have a...
Forum: General Chat 10-02-2020, 05:37 AM
Replies: 752
Views: 143,233
Posted By jokra
Hi Dave, yes I have all the parts and want to...

Hi Dave, yes I have all the parts and want to keep them in case I want to change my Trillium. It is my escape pod in case I have to leave the area on short notice. Since it is sitting in my backyard,...
Forum: General Chat 10-01-2020, 02:50 PM
Replies: 752
Views: 143,233
Posted By jokra
Smile Hi David, just asking a question about my T4500,...

Hi David, just asking a question about my T4500, are you looking for pics from me or do you have what you need? Just remember that mine was dragged away from a remote farm and had a lot of work to...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 10-01-2020, 10:01 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,321
Posted By jokra
I use a round level that I use on my counter...

I use a round level that I use on my counter above the fridge on my T4500
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 09-29-2020, 09:44 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,558
Posted By jokra
Hi, I am probably not the usual RV traveler with...

Hi, I am probably not the usual RV traveler with a Full-size van which has dual tow ability on the rear bumper of my tow vehicle. The front of the TV has a cow catcher based on my near encounters...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 09-16-2020, 12:38 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,780
Posted By jokra
"Can I tow this with my 92 525i" you want to...

"Can I tow this with my 92 525i" you want to think this through thoroughly! I own 1991 Mercedes 190E with 2.6 cylinder engine and would not tow my T4500 very far with it. You have to remember that...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 09-07-2020, 02:01 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,024
Posted By jokra
I think that the time for gelcoat is past for...

I think that the time for gelcoat is past for what you are doing, I suggest that you go to a boat supply store and get a one or two part hull bottom paint, you may have to apply 2 coats, using...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 09-07-2020, 12:35 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 934
Posted By jokra
OK, so what will you do with the mold? If you...

OK, so what will you do with the mold? If you make 3 fibreglass pieces, are you going to glue them in or rivet them in? I don't know how bad the corners are? Are they just cracked/ripped or...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 09-07-2020, 10:29 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,024
Posted By jokra
You have to decide on what you want to do? It...

You have to decide on what you want to do? It depends on the exterior condition of the gelcoat and if you are happy with it or if you want to change the paint. Think of the roof as an upside-down...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 09-07-2020, 09:59 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 934
Posted By jokra
I have resurrected two Trillium trailers from...

I have resurrected two Trillium trailers from scratch, depending on the interior condition, it may be wise to also check the frame and see if it needs work. It is much easier to do frame work early....
Forum: General Chat 08-27-2020, 12:49 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,525
Posted By jokra
Hi Mike, great picture of the T1500 behind the VW...

Hi Mike, great picture of the T1500 behind the VW pick-up. Just an Info: what engine was in that VW? I hope it was the 1600 or more when towing a trailer? George in Toronto
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-23-2020, 10:48 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 976
Posted By jokra
Hi Sylvie, the upper bunk in my T4500 is not...

Hi Sylvie, the upper bunk in my T4500 is not original and I made one to fit with 1/2" plywood, but don't really use it as bunk. Mostly for storage or beckrest when used as sofa. The size is roughly...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-23-2020, 10:21 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 686
Posted By jokra
I replaced the wheels and tires on my T4500...

I replaced the wheels and tires on my T4500 because they were very old and rusted and leaking, but used the original bolts that go into the brake drums. I used TR 175/80 X 13" Carlisle tires on white...
Forum: General Chat 08-17-2020, 09:53 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,831
Posted By jokra
I was in the market for a 10 year old Airstream...

I was in the market for a 10 year old Airstream and went to see one that was reasonably priced and looked good in the pictures. I went to see it and met the owners who had it parked for 5 years near...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 08-14-2020, 02:07 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 540
Posted By jokra
Hi Silvie, welcome to the forum. I am a retired...

Hi Silvie, welcome to the forum. I am a retired man and live in Toronto and have a T4500 which is the slightly larger Trillium and has a Queen size bed. Not sure how much camping you are used to, but...
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 08-08-2020, 02:13 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 790
Posted By jokra
and cold beer?

and cold beer?
Forum: General Chat 08-08-2020, 02:08 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,872
Posted By jokra
This has been a difficult decision for me in the...

This has been a difficult decision for me in the past and I have always insisted on inspecting the prospective RV in person and it was always the right choice for me. I now have a rule that I will...
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