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Forum: Hi, I am.... 07-24-2021, 10:25 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,234
Posted By DavArl
I pulled a 17 ft Lil Snoozy with a 4 cylinder...

I pulled a 17 ft Lil Snoozy with a 4 cylinder forrester all over the continent for over 8 years without any problems. Mine was a 2010 forrester rated for 2500lbs. I think the newer forrester towing...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 06-17-2020, 12:06 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,101
Posted By DavArl
Chicago Fiberglass RV owner

I have a 17 ft Lil Snoozy here. Have been RVing for 8 years. Willing to share and show if you want. Have towed all over in Forrester and my Outback. 847-826-5384
Forum: NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade 06-10-2020, 08:44 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,352
Posted By DavArl
Looking to sell 2012 Snoozy. Great shape with...

Looking to sell 2012 Snoozy. Great shape with lots of extras. Located in Chicagoland. Feel free to call any time 847-826-5384. Dave
Forum: Hi, I am.... 06-06-2020, 12:18 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,350
Posted By DavArl
I have a 17 foot Lil Snoozy if interested. Loaded...

I have a 17 foot Lil Snoozy if interested. Loaded and in great shape. Located in Chicagoland area. Looking to sell due to health issues. Let’s know if interested
Forum: Hi, I am.... 03-28-2020, 11:20 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,212
Posted By DavArl
Lil Snoozy

Not sure how heavy the Casita is but I’ve been towing my 17ft Lil Snoozy all over the continent with my 2010 Forrester and 2017 Outback since 2012. Both 4 cylinders. My wife and I have decided to...
Forum: NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade 02-22-2020, 01:56 PM
Replies: 6
Wanted: Lil Snoozy
Views: 877
Posted By DavArl
Clean Lil Snoozy

I’m looking to sell my 2012 Lil Snoozy. I’m in Chicago area. Give me a call and I can give you details. 847-826-5384
Forum: General Chat 03-13-2019, 12:22 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,927
Posted By DavArl
Snoozy production

I picked up my Snoozy in April 2012. It was number 134 or 135. It’s in the vin or serial number on the RV hitch. By the way, we’ve traveled all over the continent towing with a 4 cylinder Forrester....
Forum: Hi, I am.... 01-30-2019, 11:34 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 4,640
Posted By DavArl
I’ve been raving with my LilSnoozy for years....

I’ve been raving with my LilSnoozy for years. I’ve been pulling it with a 4 cyl Forrester over mountains for years. I suggest checking it out
Forum: Hi, I am.... 12-01-2018, 11:47 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,644
Posted By DavArl
Consider LilSnoozy RV. We’ve had ours since 2012...

Consider LilSnoozy RV. We’ve had ours since 2012 and love it
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 08-04-2012, 09:15 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,799
Posted By DavArl
Forester towing Lil Snoozy

We just got home from picking up our new Lil Snoozy with our 4cyl 2010 automatic Forester. Going over 800 miles on interstates and thru the Smokies and Kentucky here is our mileage.

Towing: 16-17...
Forum: General Chat 07-20-2012, 07:33 AM
Replies: 144
Views: 31,289
Posted By DavArl
I'd be interested in a 8000btu ac as well. ...

I'd be interested in a 8000btu ac as well.

Enjoying life in the slow lane ;)
Forum: General Chat 07-18-2012, 04:28 PM
Replies: 144
Views: 31,289
Posted By DavArl
We love everything about the Snoozy and I'll...

We love everything about the Snoozy and I'll write more and post pics when we get home. I may talk to Alan about a/c upgrade when we might be thru SC next year. I just think in the middle of a hot...
Forum: General Chat 07-18-2012, 03:42 PM
Replies: 144
Views: 31,289
Posted By DavArl
After camping with our Lil Snoozy in Smoky...

After camping with our Lil Snoozy in Smoky Mountains and Nashville the last few days I can say the 5000 BTU unit is not enough to keep the Lil Snoozy cool during the day and that's not the desert. At...
Forum: General Chat 07-15-2012, 06:51 PM
Replies: 144
Views: 31,289
Posted By DavArl
Hi Herschel, It was nice meeting you when...

Hi Herschel,

It was nice meeting you when picking up our new snoozy. For anyone that hasn't met Herschel he has every mod made in his Snoozy. You should see his leveling system he installed.
...
Forum: General Chat 06-20-2012, 07:26 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,311
Posted By DavArl
Yes, Alan suggested camping at a park on a lake...

Yes, Alan suggested camping at a park on a lake near him. I plan on spending two nights there as you said to work out the kinks and get acquanted with this new adventure!!! We'll definitely look into...
Forum: General Chat 06-17-2012, 10:15 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,311
Posted By DavArl
Thanks Denny. We spoke on the phone recently. If...

Thanks Denny. We spoke on the phone recently. If we go thru the Detroit area in August I'll try annd touch base to see the mods you are making. I'm not as handy as you but would love to see what...
Forum: General Chat 06-17-2012, 10:12 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,311
Posted By DavArl
Thanks Eric. We'll definitely put it on our list...

Thanks Eric. We'll definitely put it on our list as we head north from the Woodstock area. Our son and his girlfriend wrote a screenplay that's in theaters now. It's Love Peace and Misunderstanding...
Forum: General Chat 06-17-2012, 10:04 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,311
Posted By DavArl
We have a bike rack that swivels down and out of...

We have a bike rack that swivels down and out of the way (with bikes still attached) so the door should open cleanly without removing the bikes. Might be problem if you want a step up to the door....
Forum: General Chat 06-17-2012, 09:50 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,311
Posted By DavArl
Cindy, Thanks. I'll check out Jenny Wiley!...

Cindy,

Thanks. I'll check out Jenny Wiley! Send me a private message and I'll send you my phone so you can stop by to see the Lil Snoozy. We're in Skokie. We should be back in Chicagoland the...
Forum: General Chat 06-17-2012, 02:47 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,311
Posted By DavArl
Sounds like New York is the place to be. Thanks...

Sounds like New York is the place to be. Thanks for the suggestions. We'll give them a try and let everyone know.
Forum: General Chat 06-17-2012, 12:10 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,311
Posted By DavArl
Pickup Lil Snoozy July 10th

We're very excited and want to thank all of you who helped us in our FG search. We live in a suburb of Chicago and invite anyone that wants to see a Lil Snoozy around Chicago to let us know.

We...
Forum: General Chat 06-10-2012, 08:38 PM
Replies: 144
Views: 31,289
Posted By DavArl
What did they have to fi?

What did they have to fi?
Forum: General Chat 05-28-2012, 07:57 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,511
Posted By DavArl
Thanks for the input. Sounds like I'll join Good...

Thanks for the input. Sounds like I'll join Good Sams and wait till I get more experienced.

Dave
Forum: General Chat 05-28-2012, 10:31 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,511
Posted By DavArl
RV Organizations to Join

My thanks to all those who have offered their help and great advice as my wife and I began our FG RV hunt! ;)

We just ordered a Lil snoozy. Now I need to get serious and start planning some...
Forum: General Chat 05-06-2012, 10:48 AM
Replies: 144
Views: 31,289
Posted By DavArl
2800 doesn't sound right. Coud you double check?...

2800 doesn't sound right. Coud you double check? I'm interested in buying one and Alan (owner) said the dry weight should be under 1900lbs. I'm waiting on Alan to report dry weight on one he just...
Forum: General Chat 04-18-2012, 11:58 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 6,799
Posted By DavArl
It's at the top of our list. Just trying to...

It's at the top of our list. Just trying to figure out a few things.

I noticed you are a Colorado Rockies fan. We are too since U of C got a lot of our money sending 2 kids there for college. We...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 04-18-2012, 11:46 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 7,802
Posted By DavArl
The Subaru Forrester is rated to pull 2400lbs...

The Subaru Forrester is rated to pull 2400lbs with a tongue weight of 200lbs. Not sure what a Boler weighs but I'm going to be using my Forrester once we settle on a FG. I like the Forrester a lot....
Forum: General Chat 04-18-2012, 11:30 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 6,799
Posted By DavArl
We are shopping too

Congratulations Lisa.

WHAT A COINCIDENCE! My wife and I were at Lil Snoozy checking them out Friday morning as Alan was preparing to drive your Lil Snoozy up to you. We spent a couple of hours...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 03-03-2012, 12:09 PM
Replies: 158
Views: 46,301
Posted By DavArl
LOL I can't imagine what it would be like to have...

LOL I can't imagine what it would be like to have all of you sitting around a camp fire at some RV rally discussing this topic. :floor

Hope it happens. I'll provide the wine.
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 03-02-2012, 01:02 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,870
Posted By DavArl
RAV4 6cyl versus Forrester

Bobbie,

The Forrester is rated 2400lbs, 200lb tongue weight.

The standard Rav4 2012 V6 is 2000lbs, ??? tongue weight

However, with the RAV4 optional towing package and optional radiator...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 03-02-2012, 11:34 AM
Replies: 158
Views: 46,301
Posted By DavArl
Trying to see some RVs in person now

John McMillin & Donna D,

I follow all these quotes closely and continue to do my homework. I'm much more confident my Forrester will work.

I really now need to see some FGRVs in person. The...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 02-20-2012, 09:15 AM
Replies: 158
Views: 46,301
Posted By DavArl
2010 Forrester specs

Just to clarify, my 2010 Forrester is a 2.5l engine with 170hp and weighs just over 3300lbs.

2010 Forrester ratings:

6600lbs total rated carrying weight. This is TV and trailer combined...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 02-19-2012, 02:07 PM
Replies: 158
Views: 46,301
Posted By DavArl
Carol, Thanks for the input. I am aware of...

Carol,

Thanks for the input. I am aware of the layout differences. I'd be considering layout 6 which doesn't have the full size bed the deluxe has etc., but nevering having been in one at all I...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 02-19-2012, 01:16 PM
Replies: 158
Views: 46,301
Posted By DavArl
Jason & Everyone, I have been following all...

Jason & Everyone,

I have been following all your comments closely. Just haven't posted lately. I find Jason's observations most encouraging when considering towing a 16' with my 2010 Forrester.
...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 02-05-2012, 11:46 AM
Replies: 158
Views: 46,301
Posted By DavArl
Thanks Melissa. I am very interested in...

Thanks Melissa.

I am very interested in them too being they are 15' long versus Lil Snoozy at 17' long. I actually talked to Christopher at ParkLiner. Extremely helpful. He actually weighed one...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 02-05-2012, 10:40 AM
Replies: 158
Views: 46,301
Posted By DavArl
Lil Snoozy looking good

Thanks to everyone for the info. It's beginning to look to me that the Lil Snoozy may have addressed the short comings of the Scamp and Casita.


Internal height 6'4"
Queen bed plus small bed...
Forum: General Chat 02-04-2012, 11:06 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 977
Posted By DavArl
Thanks Donna! I'm a little slow. I get it now.

Thanks Donna! I'm a little slow. I get it now.
Forum: General Chat 02-04-2012, 10:39 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 977
Posted By DavArl
Thread question

I keep seeing threads I started marked as "moved". What does that mean and where/why is it moved??? :confused:
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 02-04-2012, 10:34 AM
Replies: 158
Views: 46,301
Posted By DavArl
Thanks Mona. Is your Outback a 4 or 6 cylinder? I...

Thanks Mona. Is your Outback a 4 or 6 cylinder? I was looking at Casitas but the dry weights they publish for their 16' standard and deluxe are 1970# and 2185#. And I assume these don't include...
Forum: General Chat 01-30-2012, 02:35 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,128
Posted By DavArl
Thanks for the offer might take you up on it....

Thanks for the offer might take you up on it. Scamp gave me a reference in Madison as well. They also gave me a reference in Des laines but she hasn't returned my calls. She may be out of town in her...
Forum: General Chat 01-30-2012, 10:25 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,128
Posted By DavArl
Like to see 13' or 16' Scamps in our area

We live in the Chicagoland area and are interested in the 13' and 16' Scamp trailers. Would any owners out there in northern Illinois, southern Wisconsin or northern Indiana be willing to let my wife...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 01-25-2012, 09:57 AM
Replies: 158
Views: 46,301
Posted By DavArl
Daniel - I would love to purchase from the used...

Daniel - I would love to purchase from the used market and will check there first before making any purchase. However, from the searches I've conducted so far there are an extremely limited number on...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 01-24-2012, 08:41 PM
Replies: 158
Views: 46,301
Posted By DavArl
Sorry about previous post. Here's PDF of model...

Sorry about previous post. Here's PDF of model comparison table.
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 01-24-2012, 08:28 PM
Replies: 158
Views: 46,301
Posted By DavArl
John - Thanks for the info. Most helpful!! ...

John - Thanks for the info. Most helpful!!

Here's a little chart I put together to help me compare RVs I'm looking at. The models listed all have AC, toilet/shower and some miscellaneous things...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 01-24-2012, 01:13 PM
Replies: 158
Views: 46,301
Posted By DavArl
Carol - I'll definitely find out what is and...

Carol - I'll definitely find out what is and isn't in the dry weight. Curious, what year is your Outback and is it a 4 cylinder? Sounds like your happy with it and I believe the rated tongue weight...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 01-24-2012, 10:17 AM
Replies: 158
Views: 46,301
Posted By DavArl
Mike & Jesse & Norm & Ginny - Thanks for your...

Mike & Jesse & Norm & Ginny - Thanks for your input. I can see there is no definitive answer but feel more comfortable with a 16' if I'm prudent on loading. I'm planning on transmission cooler and...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 01-23-2012, 11:32 AM
Replies: 158
Views: 46,301
Posted By DavArl
I'm really more confused than ever. I hear a 4cyl...

I'm really more confused than ever. I hear a 4cyl Honda can do it. I hear a Rav 4 4cyl strained with a 16'. I suspect it depends on individual loaded weight of trailer and tongue weight. Outback...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 01-23-2012, 09:25 AM
Replies: 158
Views: 46,301
Posted By DavArl
Kevin & Jim - I really appreciate your input! I'm...

Kevin & Jim - I really appreciate your input! I'm a stubborn one and don't give in easily. I originally started looking at simple pop up tents before progressing to the 16' Scamp. I'm beginning to...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 01-23-2012, 09:08 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,770
Posted By DavArl
Eric - You are much more ambitious than I!! Good...

Eric - You are much more ambitious than I!! Good luck on the mods and thanks for the advise.
Forum: Hi, I am.... 01-22-2012, 07:37 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,770
Posted By DavArl
Congratulations. We just started looking...

Congratulations. We just started looking ourselves for Scamps. Please keep us posted. What mods have you found here that you're thinking of tackling first? Any suggestions on where to look for used...
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