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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 10-23-2012, 06:48 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,572
Posted By Paul7
I used soapy water while testing and its...

I used soapy water while testing and its definately my flares, maybe decause I was doing them upside down underneath my trailer in the dark, with a headlamp the night before I was leaving. :D I'll...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 10-21-2012, 09:20 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,572
Posted By Paul7
Well I'm back from the cariboo and everything...

Well I'm back from the cariboo and everything held up mostly. I tried plumbing my propane before I left but it leaked like crazy! Almost every flare. Any tips on propane plumbing? I'm not by Abe...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 10-21-2012, 09:07 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 12,144
Posted By Paul7
Nope I believe it's only a covering, you would...

Nope I believe it's only a covering, you would need to insulate then cover with hull liner. Check out Roberts thread 1974 boler resto. He uses hull liner in that one.
Forum: Hi, I am.... 09-14-2012, 11:10 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,992
Posted By Paul7
Welcome Mireille! There is a wealth of...

Welcome Mireille! There is a wealth of information here and the people are great.
Good luck on your project once it gets going.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-14-2012, 10:25 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,572
Posted By Paul7
51082 Solar is up and running :D I may...

51082
Solar is up and running :D
I may reconfigure so I can use some of the storage in that compartment.
Fantastic fan installed, was worried about how much it would protrude down from the ceiling...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-11-2012, 11:31 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,572
Posted By Paul7
Just getting up to date now, I've got 2 weeks...

Just getting up to date now, I've got 2 weeks left before my trip to the cariboo, so this needs to get done because it's coming with me :)
I used krylon spray paint for my cover, plate holder and...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-11-2012, 10:41 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,572
Posted By Paul7
My fisherman buddy told me to use engine...

My fisherman buddy told me to use engine degreaser/cleaner on my aluminum, wow that stuff works great!
Here's a pic where I just sprayed it on the top and middle rail left it for a few minutes and...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-08-2012, 10:41 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,572
Posted By Paul7
Thanks Rene, I did use the rolling/tipping method...

Thanks Rene, I did use the rolling/tipping method with foam roller and brush. I think it was the painter more than the paint or primer, after more sanding it worked out pretty good. I will thin next...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-08-2012, 10:24 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,572
Posted By Paul7
Thanks for the compliments. I touched on the...

Thanks for the compliments.
I touched on the upper a couple posts ago, what I did was placed the upper where I wanted it then propped it up in place with 2x4's and I used a 90 second cure epoxy and...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-07-2012, 03:34 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,572
Posted By Paul7
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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-07-2012, 03:33 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,572
Posted By Paul7
Time to prime! The end of body work is in sight. ...

Time to prime! The end of body work is in sight.
I think I was a bit too thick with primer and it was drying really quick leaving streaky brush strokes
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-07-2012, 03:27 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,572
Posted By Paul7
Found some great 1/2" u bolts for mounting the...

Found some great 1/2" u bolts for mounting the trailer to the frame.


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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-07-2012, 11:26 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,572
Posted By Paul7
Time to fix the door... the PO had used a...

Time to fix the door... the PO had used a household door knob and a block of wood on the inside to hold the guts, and used carriage bolts to hold it all together. It was an ugly mess that left me...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-07-2012, 10:42 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,572
Posted By Paul7
I used small bolts and nuts and attached the...

I used small bolts and nuts and attached the closet through the rivet holes then I epoxied in 2x4 blocks on the wall inside the closet and a 1x2 strip along the top. I screwed the closet to the...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-07-2012, 10:10 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,572
Posted By Paul7
Yes it is! It's a very nice spot, kinda funny we...

Yes it is! It's a very nice spot, kinda funny we will be working away on the river bank and look up to an audience on the bridge watching us lol
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-06-2012, 10:10 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,572
Posted By Paul7
Decided to focus on the exterior to get ready for...

Decided to focus on the exterior to get ready for paint.


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The PO used fiberglass cloth for the crack repairs above the door so I ground off his repair and re-repaired it with mat....
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-06-2012, 07:57 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,572
Posted By Paul7
It is just a tarp tied back to a structure and I...

It is just a tarp tied back to a structure and I cut 12' alder trees for the front poles which are tied down to spiral stakes. The side piece is actually the original awning to keep rain and sun off...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 09-05-2012, 03:09 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,429
Posted By Paul7
Thanks for all your help Thomas!

Thanks for all your help Thomas!
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 09-05-2012, 01:41 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,429
Posted By Paul7
No I mean inverter dc to ac. I have a 1000watt...

No I mean inverter dc to ac. I have a 1000watt inverter with 4gauge cables to the battery. I have to find a fuse for that?
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-05-2012, 01:36 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,572
Posted By Paul7
There has been much progress since I last posted...

There has been much progress since I last posted almost 2 months ago! I've been taking pictures along the way.


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That gives you an idea of my workspace, it's peaceful out in the back of...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 09-05-2012, 12:55 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,429
Posted By Paul7
So locations of fuses, correct me if I'm wrong....

So locations of fuses, correct me if I'm wrong. One between panel and controller, one between controller and batteries, and a fuse panel for my lights, fridge, appliances etc. No fuse between the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 09-05-2012, 11:22 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,429
Posted By Paul7
Solar Install

Just completing my solar install and I've been searching for a decent wiring diagram for my system. My question is where am I installing inline fuses or circuit breakers, I have bought 2 inline auto...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-15-2012, 11:50 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,572
Posted By Paul7
More to come, it is going a bit slower than...

More to come, it is going a bit slower than expected but I found something relative to all renovations, double your expected costs and triple your expected labor time ;). With that I think I'll be...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-15-2012, 11:45 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,572
Posted By Paul7
Next I decided to make up something to install...

Next I decided to make up something to install the kitchen unit so I don't have to rivet it to the wall. I fiberglassed in a 2x2 along the wall and a piece of 5/8 ply to the underside of the kitchen...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-15-2012, 11:36 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,572
Posted By Paul7
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Haha, ya its true it does need paint, he just forgot to mention the complete renovation before the paint!
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-15-2012, 11:32 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,572
Posted By Paul7
https://www.fiberglassrv.com/attachments/photobucke...

https://www.fiberglassrv.com/attachments/photobucket/img_321417_0_de70977d2ed021814cbc2e7dd20ae020.jpg
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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-15-2012, 11:21 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,572
Posted By Paul7
It took me a while to figure out what to do about...

It took me a while to figure out what to do about the deformed window. Here's a link to the thread for my window repair (https://www.fiberglassrv.com/forums/f55/snow-or-tree-damage-52460.html)
After...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-15-2012, 10:53 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,572
Posted By Paul7
This poor little trailer has seen better days for...

This poor little trailer has seen better days for sure. I figure it was hit with a pretty good snow load and it was crushed a bit. The drivers side window is deformed and the whole thing has dropped...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-15-2012, 10:36 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,572
Posted By Paul7
I do have gold fever so this reno needs to be...

I do have gold fever so this reno needs to be done by mining season, which is coming up fast! Heres a bit of what I found on my claim up the Fraser river earlier this year :D...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-15-2012, 10:27 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,572
Posted By Paul7
1975 Boler Reno

Well I have taken up prospecting as a hobby and I decided that I wanted a trailer for my prospecting adventures. Beats staying in a tent in grizzly country!
Of course I found a "great deal" on a...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-12-2012, 03:08 PM
Replies: 178
Views: 91,458
Posted By Paul7
This has been a great thread Robert! It just so...

This has been a great thread Robert! It just so happens that I'm a few steps behind you on my reno so this has helped immensely. Thanks
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-08-2012, 09:40 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 12,144
Posted By Paul7
I came across this headliner for marine and RV...

I came across this headliner for marine and RV applications. Cheaper than ensolite and a variety of colors. Polyester laminated to 1/4 inch foam backing.
JT's Top Shop...
Forum: General Chat 07-06-2012, 11:41 PM
Replies: 140
Views: 16,563
Posted By Paul7
I'm 37, I decided to get a fg for prospecting in...

I'm 37, I decided to get a fg for prospecting in northern BC and so I have no excuse to not be camping most weekends :)
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-03-2012, 06:10 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,193
Posted By Paul7
Well I hope I've solved the bowing out of the...

Well I hope I've solved the bowing out of the wall permanently. Only time will tell.
I started with a 1x4 on edge and penciled a rough shape of the inside wall, then fit it in by marking high spots...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-12-2012, 10:18 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,193
Posted By Paul7
Ok got some more pictures with everything torn...

Ok got some more pictures with everything torn out. The damage was here before the last guy reno'd it. The last guy used caulking and mono foam to fix it. Haha I also noticed all of the frame bolts...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-12-2012, 08:42 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,193
Posted By Paul7
From what I can see under the trailer, everything...

From what I can see under the trailer, everything looks good except for the left rear corner. The frame is in great shape, even at the door no rot at all. The floor is really solid, I was surprised. ...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-12-2012, 01:01 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,193
Posted By Paul7
I don't have any more pics of the problem area...

I don't have any more pics of the problem area until after work. I'm thinking start at the bottom and work up. I am going to try to jack up the back corner and bolt metal right angle brackets to the...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-12-2012, 11:18 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,193
Posted By Paul7
Thanks for the replies! And thanks for the warm...

Thanks for the replies! And thanks for the warm welcome. Just found the FGRV app awesome! Now I can reply on my breaks lol.
Here's a couple more pics, I think it may be from a couple issues.....
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-12-2012, 08:05 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,193
Posted By Paul7
Snow or tree damage?

Hello to everyone out there from a Boler newb!
I recently bought a 1975 Boler that was part way through a renovation. Seems it either got hit by a tree or it got squished by snow but I didn't notice...
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