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Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 04-25-2021, 05:55 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,644
Posted By GerthT
thanks folks - I didn't even realize there was a...

thanks folks - I didn't even realize there was a GCMI there! I will check that first when I get back to the camper next weekend. Also thanks for the info on the fuses, I was not aware of that...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 04-25-2021, 07:33 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,644
Posted By GerthT
1999 Casita - electrical question

Without warning the power in the kitchen quit working. The plug for the microwave, the plug next to the stove and the Fridge. I went into the MagneTek box and one of the breakers had tripped. I...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 01-14-2018, 02:44 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,876
Posted By GerthT
Welcome!

We love our 17' Casita Spirit Deluxe. It's a great size and we pull with an older Toyota Sequoia. We lived in Newport, TN, for 7 years in the late 80's/early 90's. Yes, East Tennessee is a...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 06-05-2017, 08:31 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,810
Posted By GerthT
Reservations needed

I have read that in July it's a good idea to make reservations... I've been super busy with work, just starting to do so and I'm finding it very hard to find campsites! Especially on the weekends. ...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-24-2017, 05:46 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 897
Posted By GerthT
1999 Casita - window moldings

Hi all...

I could have sworn I read about this at one point, but I cannot find the post now matter how I search.

The molding around my street side (middle) window on my 17' Spirit Deluxe has...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 04-12-2017, 04:47 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,810
Posted By GerthT
Lake Superior "Circle Trail" - any experience?

I have been reading about a really neat route ... a 1300 mile loop around Lake Superior. Duluth MN up to Canada around to Michigan down to Wisconsin. I spent one day in Duluth several years ago...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 03-04-2017, 06:49 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,254
Posted By GerthT
June, the rally will give you all kinds of great...

June, the rally will give you all kinds of great ideas! I researched for a year before I went to a rally in TN back in 2012. The "open house" on Saturday allowed Susan and I to see different...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 03-04-2017, 03:02 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,396
Posted By GerthT
Cell Signal Boosters?

Hi!

My wife has a conference this summer in North Carolina and I'm thinking about taking the Casita and working from "camp"! I need a strong cell signal so I can run internet and work through our...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 01-29-2017, 09:31 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,989
Posted By GerthT
I've got a similar issue with my Casita. Just...

I've got a similar issue with my Casita. Just curious, when you say you treated the mildew with diluted bleach/scrubbing bubbles....was this on the carpet? cushions? I have found the worse problem...
Forum: General Chat 03-19-2016, 08:35 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,787
Posted By GerthT
I have a CLAM. Search for it on youtube... it...

I have a CLAM. Search for it on youtube... it goes up in just a few minutes. Can be done by one person, but way easier with two. We really like it! Only bummer is that it collapses into a...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 06-08-2015, 07:18 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,006
Posted By GerthT
stuff to do in Hot Springs....

Hot Springs for a week in September sounds great! Some other cool things to do: 1) visit the Hot Springs! you can rent one of the tubs overlooking the river... I thought it would be kind of hokey,...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 04-25-2015, 07:12 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,864
Posted By GerthT
Magnum.... cool idea! Hadn't even considered...

Magnum.... cool idea! Hadn't even considered that.
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 04-25-2015, 03:43 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,864
Posted By GerthT
Old School V8 Station Wagon?

I remember as a kid, before families had SUV's and before people drove pickup trucks as daily drivers, that many travel trailers were pulled with normal cars and trucks. Of course, "normal" back...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 06-26-2014, 04:33 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,263
Posted By GerthT
Virginia Creeper

Yes, it's really hard finding RV camping up there. There's a 7 space campground right in downtown Damascus, but it's expensive and right on the road. Don't like. You can drive out 58 to Beartree...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 11-13-2013, 09:32 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,006
Posted By GerthT
Hot Springs Campground - Hot Springs, NC

A really nice campground, in this cool little Appalachian Trail town. The campground is on the French Broad River, right across the street from the mineral bath/spa. We stayed this past Friday and...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 11-13-2013, 09:24 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,292
Posted By GerthT
How is the campground? We have been thinking...

How is the campground? We have been thinking about staying there during Parents' weekend at USC, where our daughter is a sophomore. Wound up spending just the day this year as our son had a...
Forum: General Chat 06-24-2013, 07:07 PM
Replies: 4,018
Views: 620,378
Posted By GerthT
Casita 17' in Kentucky

being pulled by an F250....westbound I-64 between Lexington and Louisville.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-16-2013, 07:43 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,356
Posted By GerthT
Getting rid of mildewy smell....

I pulled the Casita to the house, and unfortunately, discovered a leak in my rear left window. The Casita was not covered and took on some water. It appears that it came in at the base of the...
Forum: Camp Cooking, Food & Recipes 01-13-2013, 05:51 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,177
Posted By GerthT
Cobb - additional experiences...

OK, by now I've cooked pork chops, St. Louis style ribs, and (as I type this) doing a London Broil. Observations....wow, very, very good meat....moist and delicious. I did overcook the pork chops a...
Forum: Camp Cooking, Food & Recipes 01-06-2013, 09:02 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,177
Posted By GerthT
used the Cobb Premier for first time....

WOW. The best chicken I've ever tasted. Not kidding. The BEST! Nice and moist. Did some veggies in the moat and they were excellent, too.

My only gripe...boy, what a pain to clean up! ...
Forum: Hobbies & Passions 12-31-2012, 04:21 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,598
Posted By GerthT
College-themed light "buckets"?

On two occasions this year, I've seen folks with what I would call "bucket" lights. Looks like a 5 gallon white bucket with college insignia (in both cases, South Carolina Gamecocks)....with a...
Forum: General Chat 12-25-2012, 06:06 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 10,288
Posted By GerthT
I got three really cool things: 1) a new Cobb...

I got three really cool things: 1) a new Cobb grill; 2) a St. Louis Cardinals spare tire cover (go Cards!); 3) and a new puppy! Can't wait to go camping in the spring!
Forum: Camp Cooking, Food & Recipes 12-25-2012, 06:42 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,177
Posted By GerthT
Santa Claus brought me a Cobb! I look forward to...

Santa Claus brought me a Cobb! I look forward to learning about it and incorporating into our Fiberglass RV adventures!
Forum: General Chat 12-25-2012, 06:21 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,909
Posted By GerthT
We are new to fiberglass RV world. We bought our...

We are new to fiberglass RV world. We bought our Casita in May 2012, so far have taken 4 weekend trips, all within 100 miles of our home in Florence, SC. We're fortunate that there are such cool...
Forum: General Chat 12-25-2012, 06:10 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,258
Posted By GerthT
Well said!! Merry Christmas and Blessings to...

Well said!! Merry Christmas and Blessings to all! Enjoy family and friends... and give back this holiday season!
Forum: General Chat 12-25-2012, 06:07 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,291
Posted By GerthT
beautiful! no white christmas in south carolina...

beautiful! no white christmas in south carolina (going up to 60 today)...there's good and bad about that. Do miss White Christmas's!! Merry Christmas!
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 12-20-2012, 05:43 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,796
Posted By GerthT
Winterize 99 Casita SD

I know there's lots out there on this subject (and I've read most)...but I was hoping someone could give me quick Cliffs Notes on this subject. I have to go to the storage lot to do this...want to...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 12-01-2012, 09:04 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,484
Posted By GerthT
Smile Tried the contact cleaner...no luck. Found where...

Tried the contact cleaner...no luck. Found where the guy who installed my trailer wiring hooked into the battery and found 20A fuse. Pulled it out and tested it. Tested fine. Put it back in, then...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 12-01-2012, 05:54 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,484
Posted By GerthT
Frustrating...ready to leave....no lights!

I've been pulling our Casita for almost 6 months with no issues. Had 7 pin receptacle installed on our 97 Montero when we bought the the trailer. Always plug in and go. Last night I got home from...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 10-20-2012, 07:12 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,092
Posted By GerthT
Chevy Traverse/GMC Acadia as tow vehicle?

Thanks, everyone, for the great feedback on my earlier post (Honda Pilot). Now I've found another vehicle that piques my interest, the GM 'Lambda' platform SUV. I understand that with the factory...
Forum: General Chat 10-20-2012, 06:33 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,737
Posted By GerthT
Looks really cool! Have you burned any of these...

Looks really cool! Have you burned any of these bricks yet? How long do they burn? How hot? Are they more like fire 'starters'....or do they actually replace the need for firewood?
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 10-16-2012, 09:22 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 7,385
Posted By GerthT
Honda Pilot to tow 17' SD?

The '97 Montero will need to be replaced soon....one vehicle that looks attractive is the Honda Pilot. I've done some research...looks like a recent version has 4500 capacity for 4wd, 2500 for 2wd. ...
Forum: General Chat 07-15-2012, 05:27 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,217
Posted By GerthT
Well...we are back...and what a wonderful time we...

Well...we are back...and what a wonderful time we had! Cheraw SP is a hidden treasure, only 40 miles (no interstate) from our home in Florence, SC. My first time camping in our Egg....previously...
Forum: General Chat 07-14-2012, 06:23 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,217
Posted By GerthT
Maiden Voyage

Well....after a couple false starts, we're doing our Maiden Voyage in our yet-to-be-named 1999 Casita SD. We've been "interupted by life" after buying our Casita in May - a bunch of things at work,...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-05-2012, 06:18 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,695
Posted By GerthT
Well, turns out this whole thing was a false...

Well, turns out this whole thing was a false alarm! Checked it this morning and it's nice and cool! Thanks for all the feedback. And I learned some things that I didn't know, so it's all good!
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-04-2012, 02:58 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,695
Posted By GerthT
Well....it is 98 degrees here in South Carolina...

Well....it is 98 degrees here in South Carolina today. I was sort of expecting it to cool right down, and I sure didn't realize there was no motor. Yes, it does also run on LP. Maybe things aren't...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-04-2012, 02:04 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,695
Posted By GerthT
Fridge issue....

Arrrgghh..... I bought my 1999 Casita SD 17' May 1. Have been travelling on business, then took Casita in for some minor maintenance. The guy I bought it from said the Fridge (3 Way Dometic...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 06-23-2012, 02:38 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,212
Posted By GerthT
thanks everyone, this helps!

thanks everyone, this helps!
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 06-23-2012, 07:06 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,212
Posted By GerthT
Dumb Electrical Question

I want to make sure I don't fry anything! I get my '99 Casita SD back today - minor maintenance - and am making local campground reservations for 7/13 - staying close to home for maiden voyage. I...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 05-06-2012, 06:44 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,643
Posted By GerthT
Battery question

Casita says deep cycle marine battery group 27. I know nothing about batteries....is a size 27 a size 27 is a size 27? I see prices ranging from $75 to $350. What should I consider/look at when...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 04-29-2012, 01:05 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 10,304
Posted By GerthT
Got it home. It's AWESOME. I feel like I made a...

Got it home. It's AWESOME. I feel like I made a good investment, financially, but also from a lifestyle standpoint. Alfred, I stopped by Walmart and cooked up some Geo Method "tea" for the ride...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 04-28-2012, 09:04 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 10,304
Posted By GerthT
Cleaning "new to me" Casita

Hi...since someone on this site said the only dumb question is that which goes unasked...

I'm picking up my 99 SD tomorrow and bringing it home!

There are a couple "cleaning" questions I...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-28-2012, 10:19 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,709
Posted By GerthT
dumb Casita battery question

I'm a newbie, so bear with me...

The Casita ('99 Spirit Deluxe - 17') has no battery. The owner didn't replace it when it went bad, as he hooks up to electricity when he camped. I will pick up...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 04-28-2012, 10:07 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,727
Posted By GerthT
Kevin K, it's a 17' Spirit Deluxe. Robin G, I...

Kevin K, it's a 17' Spirit Deluxe. Robin G, I bought it last night, a buddy of mine is going to go with me tomorrow morning to pick it up. It'll sit in my driveway for 2 weeks. Want to polish it...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 04-27-2012, 10:23 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,727
Posted By GerthT
New (to us) Casita!

Thanks to all who showed us your trailers....and gave us all kinds of ideas. The Smoky Mountain/Townsend rally was a lot of fun and you all were quite kind and hospitable! We officially joined the...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-25-2012, 10:17 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,015
Posted By GerthT
Thanks Carol for the info. The Scamp is a 1990...

Thanks Carol for the info. The Scamp is a 1990 model. I haven't seen it yet in person, so I can't tell what the wall material is made of. I'm trying to determine if it's even worth looking at! ...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-24-2012, 04:16 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,015
Posted By GerthT
water damage

I am looking at a Scamp trailer with side bathroom. Apparently there was a leak around the window and there's now some water stains/discoloration on the bathroom walls (three of the 4...not the door...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 04-23-2012, 08:21 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,844
Posted By GerthT
Towing with 3.3L V6 in Town N Country van

Hi. Well, after visiting the Townsend TN Egg-scursion, we have decided to buy an egg camper. On the lookout for one in the Carolinas! We met someone at the Townsend event that tows with a 3.3L...
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 03-06-2012, 05:04 AM
Replies: 134
Views: 16,803
Posted By GerthT
My wife, Susan, and I have been searching for an...

My wife, Susan, and I have been searching for an egg camper....weighing pro's and con's of different types of units. For example....do we need a bathroom if it means we can tow a 13' with our...
Forum: Classified Archives 01-24-2012, 09:15 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,996
Posted By GerthT
Still for sale? I've sent a few PM's but haven't...

Still for sale? I've sent a few PM's but haven't heard back....Please advise!
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