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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
03-22-2022, 01:36 PM
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Trillium help in Toronto
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1,329
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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...
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
02-14-2022, 02:53 PM
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14
Trillium 4500 Axle/Brakes Question
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
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Hi! I am Karen, looking for a small Trailer :)
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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
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13
An update on my fiberglass camper boat
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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
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10
Painted or not
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
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17
Found a Love Bug (yes, for real name!), need thoughts checked
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...
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Hi, I am....
09-10-2021, 12:29 PM
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New member in Montreal area
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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...
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Hi, I am....
09-08-2021, 12:53 PM
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Hi I am Najeeb from Vancouver Canada
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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...
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Camping, Campout Reports
08-13-2021, 01:43 PM
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34
Camping across the border.
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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...
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
08-06-2021, 01:21 PM
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8
1980 trillium, buying a new tow vehicle
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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
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Buying Just a Shell
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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...
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General Chat
06-03-2021, 09:25 AM
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6
Best FG Trailer for Family of 5
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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
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16
How do we keep the door from opening when driving?
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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
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15
Not really but sort of semi-full timing... you know...
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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....
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General Chat
05-16-2021, 11:07 AM
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Will a normal trailer dolly work on grass?
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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
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Traveling with a credit card.
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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...
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
05-01-2021, 09:21 AM
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Installing a receiver, ball hitch, and electronic brake controller as a newbie?
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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
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31
Anyone currently camping?
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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
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15
New British Columbia travel restrictions
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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...
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
04-15-2021, 12:33 PM
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11
Filling rivet holes
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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
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22
Thought I'd share this. A little goofy
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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
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13
Renting a tow vehicle
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
Mysterious, impossible leak!
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
WHAT DO YOU HAVE?
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
Replacing the insulation liner in a 1970's Trillium
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
Trillium 4500 experts needed:) :)
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
Maintaining battery via internal 12V Cigarette lighter plug?
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
For Sale:
Trillium Trailer Dinette Cushions 1973
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
Repairing rivet holes and screwing back in.
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
Chains - Which kind do I get help!
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
Chains - Which kind do I get help!
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
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4
Beautiful Fall Day and Trillium
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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
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13
Paint colour match? interior fibreglass in a 1979 Trillium
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
Back to the Fibreglass future...
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
Serial numbers on a Trillium
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
Serial numbers on a Trillium
Views:
143,233
Posted By
jokra
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
Finding level on a Trillium
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
Carrying bikes on front of TV
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
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19
Planning on towing a ct13, what need?
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
Ford Econoline Fibreglass Roof Repair *HELP*
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
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11
My Grandpa’s 1976 Boler
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
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9
Ford Econoline Fibreglass Roof Repair *HELP*
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
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11
My Grandpa’s 1976 Boler
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
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Trillium 1300 & 4500 - 2020!
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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
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2
Trillium bunk bed sizes
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
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7
Trillium 4500 Rims
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
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23
Long Term Camping Near Ocean
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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...
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Hi, I am....
08-14-2020, 02:07 PM
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Hi, I’m Sylvie
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
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4
ON |
Fiberglass Meet Up-Rockton, Ontario
Views:
790
Posted By
jokra
and cold beer?
and cold beer?
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General Chat
08-08-2020, 02:08 PM
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18
Walking Away
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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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