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Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 08-07-2012, 03:59 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 36,174
Posted By CheekyTracy
I just bought the Canadian Tire one you are...

I just bought the Canadian Tire one you are talking about today for my 13' Boler. It will only be needed to run lights, use my laptop propane furnace and stove once in awhile as I do not have a...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-03-2012, 11:28 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 7,682
Posted By CheekyTracy
So the duct tape has made an appearance! I ran it...

So the duct tape has made an appearance! I ran it along the bottom of the aluminum window trim and folded it up to make a sealed edge to hold the water that is pooling in the track from running down...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-02-2012, 10:08 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 9,648
Posted By CheekyTracy
Thanks, Darragh I think I may do the same as I...

Thanks, Darragh
I think I may do the same as I am not in a position to do any rewiring any time soon. Thanks for sharing your ideas! This site has been so helpful for newbies such as me!
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-01-2012, 06:39 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 7,807
Posted By CheekyTracy
Suction cups won't work well on the ensolite of a...

Suction cups won't work well on the ensolite of a Boler ... can anyone suggest something that will? I put up a 3M hook to hang a lantern and it pulled the ensolite away from the fiberglass on one...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-31-2012, 07:51 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 7,682
Posted By CheekyTracy
Well, I resigned from my gov't job today so no...

Well, I resigned from my gov't job today so no backing out from leaving Calgary now but unfortunately my trailer window is still leaking. I taped a garbage bag around the inside window as suggested...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-22-2012, 04:22 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 9,648
Posted By CheekyTracy
I like how you've done the puck LEDs on the...

I like how you've done the puck LEDs on the ceiling, Darragh. May I ask where you found those?
Forum: General Chat 07-19-2012, 05:43 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 7,346
Posted By CheekyTracy
Gilda: May I ask you where you found a plastic...

Gilda:
May I ask you where you found a plastic bin with a lid that fits in the sink? I have been looking for something similar. I love your set up and will likely do something somewhat the same in...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-16-2012, 10:19 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 7,682
Posted By CheekyTracy
hahaha ...yes, Roger. I know the mention of...

hahaha ...yes, Roger. I know the mention of silicone sends everyone into a feeding frenzy but I certainly appreciate the advice and knowledge of those "in the know" nonetheless!!
I will do some...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-16-2012, 09:44 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 7,682
Posted By CheekyTracy
Yes Ihanna ... I will contact him about it...

Yes Ihanna ... I will contact him about it however I think it may not be the seals but perhaps the windows themselves or as Roger has indicated maybe rivet holes, etc. that I can't see at the...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-16-2012, 09:36 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 7,682
Posted By CheekyTracy
Thanks Roger: I will give that a go and see...

Thanks Roger:
I will give that a go and see what happens. I was just so upset that it was still leaking and that my new bedding and upholstery that I had just set up all "nicey nicey" this week was...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-16-2012, 08:09 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 7,682
Posted By CheekyTracy
oh, woe is me! Since I have a ever-narrowing...

oh, woe is me!
Since I have a ever-narrowing window of opportunity to relocate before the end of summer, about two weeks ago I took my Boler to be serviced instead of trying to pull and reseal the...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-26-2012, 10:38 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,318
Posted By CheekyTracy
Katy: Be sure to check out the posts under the...

Katy:
Be sure to check out the posts under the full-timing forum. Many members have offered up their wonderful tips and ideas there. I have found it most helpful!
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-18-2012, 09:16 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,474
Posted By CheekyTracy
Reputable RV service centres in Calgary?

Well, the verdict is in .... and unfortunately the replacement slider windows in my Boler are leaking and I need to have them removed and resealed as well as well as my original roof vent. I would...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-16-2012, 09:26 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 7,682
Posted By CheekyTracy
I bought the weed wacker line....fished it...

I bought the weed wacker line....fished it through my weep holes ... it sprinkled a bit this morning and all was dry but the kicker will be tonight/tomorrow as more rain is expected. Haven't resorted...
Forum: Forum Admin, News & Announcements 06-15-2012, 07:48 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 8,398
Posted By CheekyTracy
I think a products link would be a great asset. I...

I think a products link would be a great asset. I have already purchased products that I have read about from member's threads and testimonies as to their effectiveness. There is a wealth of...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-15-2012, 07:42 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 7,682
Posted By CheekyTracy
So after it started raining last night, I checked...

So after it started raining last night, I checked the trailer right away and the water is leaking and pooling onto the inside window track almost immediately and dripping from the bottom corner onto...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-14-2012, 05:58 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 7,682
Posted By CheekyTracy
ok thank you carol....I will try it again. I...

ok thank you carol....I will try it again. I don't have a weed wacker. I live in a loft apt and no longer have any yard work tools! I'll have to buy some. I am sure I can use it for something!! lol
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-14-2012, 05:13 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 7,682
Posted By CheekyTracy
I poked my awl into the weep holes....is there a...

I poked my awl into the weep holes....is there a track that runs from one to the other? If so then I will have to find something to feed into them. It is going to pour rain very shortly here so and I...
Forum: Fulltiming in a Molded Fiberglass Trailer 06-14-2012, 02:02 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 24,275
Posted By CheekyTracy
Karen: I never thought of using my staple gun....

Karen:
I never thought of using my staple gun. I believe my car trunk will become my clothing closet and makeshift pantry to keep foodstuff out of the trailer as Carol suggests .... hmmm....so many...
Forum: Fulltiming in a Molded Fiberglass Trailer 06-14-2012, 01:59 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 24,275
Posted By CheekyTracy
Fabulous ideas too Gilda! I have camping pots so...

Fabulous ideas too Gilda! I have camping pots so I have that covered. I like the idea of rolling up bedding ... much more manageable. So many good suggestions. I will be trying as many as I can!...
Forum: Fulltiming in a Molded Fiberglass Trailer 06-14-2012, 01:53 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 24,275
Posted By CheekyTracy
Wow!! Wonderful ideas....very creative! My wheels...

Wow!! Wonderful ideas....very creative! My wheels are turning. There are many suggestions here I can use or adapt to my trailer. Greatly appreciated, Carol!
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-14-2012, 01:35 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 7,682
Posted By CheekyTracy
Thank you, everyone! I am going to climb up on...

Thank you, everyone! I am going to climb up on the roof this weekend and pull the vent and tape ... is it a job I can do easily myself?? The other window opposite the roof vent side is also leaking...
Forum: Fulltiming in a Molded Fiberglass Trailer 06-13-2012, 08:14 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 24,275
Posted By CheekyTracy
I was thinking about what people consider the...

I was thinking about what people consider the must haves versus things that could easily be lived without too!
Forum: Fulltiming in a Molded Fiberglass Trailer 06-13-2012, 06:44 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 24,275
Posted By CheekyTracy
Good advice, Theresa. That is what I am trying to...

Good advice, Theresa. That is what I am trying to do now. There will only be myself for the most part and maybe a friend of mine at some point for a short while so I am only taking enough for two at...
Forum: Fulltiming in a Molded Fiberglass Trailer 06-13-2012, 06:08 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 24,275
Posted By CheekyTracy
storage/space saving ideas for the 13' Boler

Just interested to know what space-saving storage ideas full-timers have come up with in their 13' foot Bolers. I have seen some great ideas in the many pics I have come across but would appreciate...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-13-2012, 05:56 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 7,682
Posted By CheekyTracy
Unfortunately, I was not so lucky....I waited two...

Unfortunately, I was not so lucky....I waited two days for it to rain again so I could assess whether my fixes have worked and alas, there is still leaking. I have determined it is coming from the...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-10-2012, 11:27 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 7,682
Posted By CheekyTracy
Well, one good note .. the weather is providing a...

Well, one good note .. the weather is providing a natural troubleshooting environment! In between storm systems I have mopped up the latest dribble ... poked an awl into the weep holes (Thank you,...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 06-10-2012, 10:35 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,677
Posted By CheekyTracy
Hahaha Pam: I'd like to take credit for the...

Hahaha Pam:
I'd like to take credit for the garage with is not only complete with chandelier but also boasts slate tile floors however it belongs to the lovely gentleman who I purchased the Boler...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-10-2012, 10:22 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 7,682
Posted By CheekyTracy
Heavy downpour and gusting winds throughout the...

Heavy downpour and gusting winds throughout the night and this morning.....just checked the status of my putty job .... still leaking :(.
Forum: Hi, I am.... 06-10-2012, 08:19 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,677
Posted By CheekyTracy
Pics as promised .... the" before" exterior :)

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Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-09-2012, 11:52 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,495
Posted By CheekyTracy
Yes please!! :)

Yes please!! :)
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-09-2012, 09:29 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 7,682
Posted By CheekyTracy
Soooo a quick update ... there is a storm...

Soooo a quick update ... there is a storm advisory for this weekend with an expectation of up to 100 mm of rain!!! The other day I taped plastic over the inside of my roof vent as a light rain was...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 06-09-2012, 07:08 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,677
Posted By CheekyTracy
Thank you Roger! I was recently given the...

Thank you Roger!
I was recently given the spirit name Blossom Girl from a wonderful Aboriginal Elder who adopted a special friend of mine and who I just recently had the pleasure of meeting ... if...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 06-09-2012, 07:04 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,677
Posted By CheekyTracy
Working on the pics, Marina ... thank you for the...

Working on the pics, Marina ... thank you for the welcome :)
Forum: Hi, I am.... 06-09-2012, 07:03 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,677
Posted By CheekyTracy
Oklahoma Mike: Those symptoms are...

Oklahoma Mike:
Those symptoms are horrific....how can anyone survive under such adverse conditions?? ... especially when they can stay in the city and experience sleepless nights listening to the...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 06-09-2012, 06:58 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,677
Posted By CheekyTracy
Mark: Sounds like you've got it bad!! I will...

Mark:
Sounds like you've got it bad!! I will definitely post some pics and also some pics as I progress with getting Blossom ready for lift off :)
Forum: Hi, I am.... 06-09-2012, 06:56 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,677
Posted By CheekyTracy
Andrew: I am there for you ... I know it's...

Andrew:
I am there for you ... I know it's tough but you can make it through! Now, wipe that smile off of your face and get on with it ;). People will start to talk. GEEZ!
Forum: Hi, I am.... 06-09-2012, 06:54 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,677
Posted By CheekyTracy
Wow ..... I feel better now!! I can only manage...

Wow ..... I feel better now!! I can only manage one at a time. You're a brave man, Jimbo! lol
Forum: Hi, I am.... 06-09-2012, 06:53 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,677
Posted By CheekyTracy
Hi Mark: I will likely be doing a bit of both....

Hi Mark:
I will likely be doing a bit of both. It depends where I end up ... ( I am aiming for somewhere on Vancouver or the surrounding islands, Sunshine Coast at the moment) and when I can leave...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 06-09-2012, 06:47 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,677
Posted By CheekyTracy
Hahaha, Pam...I have visited your pics on here...

Hahaha, Pam...I have visited your pics on here and indeed, you are a Glampoholic! I hope I can do it justice. I am the Queen of second-hand store shopping and have already found some amazing Glam...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 06-09-2012, 06:37 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,677
Posted By CheekyTracy
Hi Dave: I actually am originally from Niagara...

Hi Dave:
I actually am originally from Niagara Falls, Ontario and have travelled to the East, namely Cape Breton/Nova Scotia region in the past. Very beautiful and definitely worth a revisit but I...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-08-2012, 01:49 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,319
Posted By CheekyTracy
Wow Larry...that looks promising. Would you...

Wow Larry...that looks promising. Would you recommend using it then? What is your official verdict on the gelcoat? Was it affected? I am considering doing the exact same thing to the bottom of mine...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 06-07-2012, 10:23 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,677
Posted By CheekyTracy
Thank you everyone for all you kind words of...

Thank you everyone for all you kind words of welcome :).
I feel at home already!
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-07-2012, 10:15 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 7,682
Posted By CheekyTracy
it's a start ...

Well, luckily I was able to leave the trailer open today to air out and dry while I was at work and my Melamine only sustained minimal damage as I had already applied two or three strong coats that...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 06-07-2012, 12:24 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,677
Posted By CheekyTracy
Hi, I am Tracy and I am a Boleraholic ...

... I mean, I just purchased a 1975 13' Boler that I hope to use to relocate from Calgary, AB to anywhere, BC within the near future.

Right now, I am doing the work to Glam it up and ensure it's...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-07-2012, 12:13 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 7,682
Posted By CheekyTracy
Thank you, thank you, everyone who has replied....

Thank you, thank you, everyone who has replied. It looks like I have some work cut out for me! Onward and upward :).
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-07-2012, 11:02 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 7,682
Posted By CheekyTracy
It looks like I will be making a trip to Home...

It looks like I will be making a trip to Home Depot, too!! Caulking, maybe some rubber stripping also .... I will start with the roof vent and work my way down ;). Thank you for the support and sound...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-07-2012, 07:24 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 7,682
Posted By CheekyTracy
Thank you for your quick response, Donna! Yes,...

Thank you for your quick response, Donna!
Yes, I understand the leak source can be quite elusive as indicated by several others!
I am airing out the trailer at the moment in an attempt to ensure it...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-07-2012, 06:28 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 7,682
Posted By CheekyTracy
Please help. Sourcing out leaks after rainstorm

Hi fellow Boler owners:
I am brand new to this forum although I have been reading all your posts for the past few weeks pre-purchase. I would like to start by saying everyone here is so wonderful...
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