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Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-13-2021, 02:09 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,064
Posted By rancilio
Where and when do you need transportation? I’ve...

Where and when do you need transportation? I’ve posted previously that I drive from southern Indiana to southern Arizona fairly frequently. About half the time I am not pulling a trailer… but would...
Forum: General Chat 08-04-2021, 11:31 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 612
Posted By rancilio
Anyone need a trailer towed AZ to/from IN

Hello,
I have been driving my 2019 Ford F-150 3.5 ecoboost with tow package 1-2x/month between southern AZ and southern Indiana. At least half of my trips have been trailer-less. If anyone has a...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 03-24-2021, 10:24 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,890
Posted By rancilio
I have a Scamp 13 and live down south near Sierra...

I have a Scamp 13 and live down south near Sierra Vista. I have been driving from Arizona to Indiana (and back) monthly for the past year. About half of the trips have been without a trailer. If...
Forum: General Chat 06-24-2020, 12:11 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,388
Posted By rancilio
Too late for the OP for this trip, but everyone...

Too late for the OP for this trip, but everyone going to relatively high elevations should ask their doc about a prescription for diamox (Acetazolamide). It does not magically prevent altitude...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 04-11-2020, 10:23 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,706
Posted By rancilio
A few years ago, I cut off my 2010 13’er welded...

A few years ago, I cut off my 2010 13’er welded axle and added bolt-on 3in spacers that gave me a bit more clearance. I really wanted to install shocks but just couldn’t find a solution with the...
Forum: Money Matters 02-08-2020, 12:50 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,670
Posted By rancilio
I paid 7% IN sales tax, registration and title...

I paid 7% IN sales tax, registration and title fees. Here is a link to IN BMV fees.

https://www.in.gov/bmv/files/fee-chart.pdf
Forum: Money Matters 02-08-2020, 11:34 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,670
Posted By rancilio
Slightly different situation, but likely the same...

Slightly different situation, but likely the same process... I do not live in in Indiana, but successfully (after three trips to the BMV) registered a used vehicle that I bought in Indiana a couple...
Forum: General Chat 12-11-2019, 11:27 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,506
Posted By rancilio
I have a good friend in Sedona that might allow...

I have a good friend in Sedona that might allow you to leave your Casita at his house. Let me know if you still need help.
Matt mattcycles at hotmail
Forum: General Chat 11-16-2019, 07:00 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,374
Posted By rancilio
I tried three different versions of the...

I tried three different versions of the perfectcasita 3in lift kit with shock mounts on my 2010 Scamp 13 and was never successful. After about a year of tele calls and email photos showing...
Forum: General Chat 05-01-2019, 10:36 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,442
Posted By rancilio
Quite a few Army and Air Force installations rent...

Quite a few Army and Air Force installations rent Scamps and Casitas. We recently fixed a left-home-without-the-Scamp no-hotel-rooms available situation by renting a Scamp 13 from Davis Monthan in...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 12-15-2018, 11:35 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,318
Posted By rancilio
We have towed our Scamp 13 cross country with a...

We have towed our Scamp 13 cross country with a 90HP 2004 VW Jetta wagon TDI. With the higher torque of a diesel, our little car has worked out for our travels. Based on my experience between...
Forum: General Chat 12-15-2018, 11:32 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 7,244
Posted By rancilio
Russ, Me and my young boys are always looking...

Russ,
Me and my young boys are always looking for an adventure if you opted to have it towed. Where is the trailer and where do you need it to go.
Matt
Forum: Classified Archives 11-17-2018, 11:23 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,919
Posted By rancilio
Interested. Will you be in Tucson all...

Interested. Will you be in Tucson all Thanksgiving week?
Forum: Classified Archives 07-25-2018, 12:52 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,186
Posted By rancilio
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Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 07-08-2018, 11:12 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,466
Posted By rancilio
Vintage, what is that trailer?

Vintage, what is that trailer?
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 05-15-2016, 02:30 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 36,155
Posted By rancilio
Anyone else have lifting updates? And how about...

Anyone else have lifting updates? And how about adding shocks after the lift?
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 11-11-2014, 08:20 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 36,155
Posted By rancilio
I don't understand "increasing the arm angle". ...

I don't understand "increasing the arm angle". What is the angle relative to? I have a rear and up arm on my Dexter #9 axled Scamp 13. Am I missing something when you talk about increasing the arm...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 11-03-2014, 07:16 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 36,155
Posted By rancilio
What does a coil over do that a gas shock mod not...

What does a coil over do that a gas shock mod not do?

My 13er is at the fab shop for a lift and shock mod. They are cutting the Dexter axle off, adding bolt-on brackets for the lift kit, and...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 10-15-2014, 11:25 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 36,155
Posted By rancilio
The Scamp folks got back to me. They said "You...

The Scamp folks got back to me. They said "You can lift the trailer but the 13 ft’s don’t seem to take the lift while towing very well. No we welded the axles on until 2012, anything after that...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 10-14-2014, 11:03 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 36,155
Posted By rancilio
Just to show that I am welded and not bolted,...

Just to show that I am welded and not bolted, here it what I see on the underside. Thanks for the lifting ideas.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 10-14-2014, 05:14 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 7,665
Posted By rancilio
I want to lift my 2009 (or 2010, I cannot...

I want to lift my 2009 (or 2010, I cannot remember which), but my axle is welded, not bolted on... So much for the easy answer of the perfectcasita 3in lift.

What options should I consider? ...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 10-14-2014, 05:13 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 36,155
Posted By rancilio
What year Scamp did you do your flexiride mod on?...

What year Scamp did you do your flexiride mod on?

I want to lift my 2009 (or 2010, I cannot remember which), but my axle is welded, not bolted on... So much for the easy answer of the...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 08-04-2012, 10:42 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 6,406
Posted By rancilio
I cut this from a previous post of mine a few...

I cut this from a previous post of mine a few weeks ago... In our VW Jetta TDI.


Interestingly enough, my 38mpg was during the hottest part of the trip leaving the east coast. As we headed west,...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 08-04-2012, 10:28 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,621
Posted By rancilio
Sweet! Congratulations. Enjoy.

Sweet! Congratulations. Enjoy.
Forum: Hi, I am.... 07-23-2012, 11:08 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,181
Posted By rancilio
Ok, we made it to our new southern AZ home. Not...

Ok, we made it to our new southern AZ home. Not really a vacation trip so we will have to head out after we figure out what work is going to be like.

Interestingly enough, my 38mpg was during...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 07-11-2012, 05:50 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 10,864
Posted By rancilio
I have it on already!

I have it on already!
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 07-11-2012, 04:39 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,560
Posted By rancilio
Wow this is great. Okay tonight we're driving...

Wow this is great. Okay tonight we're driving all the way to Oklahoma City. It's a long day with the cats but we're about 120 miles away. Looks like tonight we're to be in the driveway of my...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 07-10-2012, 09:53 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,560
Posted By rancilio
Hulu kitty says bedtime after I hunt some bugs.

Hulu kitty says bedtime after I hunt some bugs.
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 07-10-2012, 09:48 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,560
Posted By rancilio
We made it to Meramec State Park. Thank you so...

We made it to Meramec State Park. Thank you so much for the tip. For now it's bedtime. More later good night. Meow.
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 07-10-2012, 06:09 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 10,864
Posted By rancilio
Humm, voice recognition isn't always so good. I...

Humm, voice recognition isn't always so good. I tried to say, I'm getting 38.5 miles per gallon as I post this.
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 07-10-2012, 06:05 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 10,864
Posted By rancilio
Seems comparable to my 1.9 L Jetta TDI wagon get...

Seems comparable to my 1.9 L Jetta TDI wagon get 38.5 miles per gallon as a hostess.
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 07-10-2012, 04:26 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,560
Posted By rancilio
Camping tonight I44 just west of St. Louis

We're looking for a place to camp tonight off 44 just west of St. Louis, any suggestions?

Thanks,
Matt, Kat, two cats and our 13' Scamp
Forum: Classified Archives 07-08-2012, 10:13 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,541
Posted By rancilio
Where are you? Thanks.

Where are you? Thanks.
Forum: Hi, I am.... 07-08-2012, 10:06 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,181
Posted By rancilio
Ok, who is besting this, 38.5mpg in my VW Jetta...

Ok, who is besting this, 38.5mpg in my VW Jetta TDI 2004 with a big Thule roof box towing our 13' Scamp? In awfully hot midday temps of 95-105• cruising 60-65mph. I am pleased.
Forum: General Chat 07-08-2012, 09:55 PM
Replies: 140
Views: 16,560
Posted By rancilio
We are 40 and 39, going on 65 I guess since we...

We are 40 and 39, going on 65 I guess since we just started scamping. Y'all are old! So you must be smart. I can't wait to meet you!

Matt & Kat
Forum: Hi, I am.... 07-07-2012, 09:08 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,181
Posted By rancilio
We are headed to Sierra Vista, or Ft Huachuca, if...

We are headed to Sierra Vista, or Ft Huachuca, if you are familiar with the area. We've been down there before and know how neat AZ is. Last time we were there though, we had to tent it. Now we...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 07-07-2012, 12:41 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,181
Posted By rancilio
900 of the 2500 miles behind us with a stop in IN...

900 of the 2500 miles behind us with a stop in IN to visit mom and dad for a few days.
...
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