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Wayne Perpall
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Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators
03-07-2022, 04:43 PM
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Splicing an extension onto 7-pin trailer wire.
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Wayne Perpall
You can also buy an extension.
You can also buy an extension.
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
06-12-2020, 02:46 PM
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RFI: Tall People Bed Pics...
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2,436
Posted By
Wayne Perpall
Fiberglass trailers for tall people
I am 6'-1 and searched for a while, looking at all the molded fiberglass trailers produced. Finally saw a small ad for Eggcamper in 2011 in a magazine called Trailer Life. Located one in Fort Myers,...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
08-12-2016, 10:50 AM
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Suburban and The EggCamper
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4,854
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Wayne Perpall
Pull my 2011 Eggcamper with a 2011 Chev ...
Pull my 2011 Eggcamper with a 2011 Chev Silverado crew cab with diesel. Never used a WDH. No need for it. Used a drop stinger that set the trailer level and no problems.
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
11-05-2015, 09:14 PM
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replacing foam mattress
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4,949
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Wayne Perpall
mattress
I bought the 5" thick.
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
11-05-2015, 09:07 PM
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replacing foam mattress
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4,949
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Wayne Perpall
foam mattresses
Search: TruckMattress.com, then click on every night road deluxe. I bought 4 of these for different sleeping configurations in my 2011 Eggcamper. Depending on how many people are coming along...
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Hi, I am....
03-08-2015, 09:24 PM
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Hi from Bill & Jeanie in NC - want to see an EggCamper
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4,680
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Wayne Perpall
Eggcamper to view
You are welcome to view mine in Jacksonville, Florida. Pictures of it, including interior shots, are on this site. I drove from Jax to Fort Meyers area to see my first and only Eggcamper. Then...
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Camping, Campout Reports
12-28-2014, 08:46 PM
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Advise on trip plan to warmer location in April/May
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Wayne Perpall
Camping locations in Longboat Key, Flolrida
Heading to meet some family in Longboat Key, Florida the 1st week in March. Anyone have advice on campgrounds in that area. Am looking at Myakka River State Park, but would like to be on the key if...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
08-10-2014, 09:53 PM
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Glue, Adhesive ???
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Wayne Perpall
Small tubes of 5200
Small tubes of 5200 or other marine adhesives can sometimes be found at marine supply stores for such a small job. Storing left-over adhesive in the refr. will reportedly made it last a little...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
08-10-2014, 09:48 PM
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Glue, Adhesive ???
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1,530
Posted By
Wayne Perpall
5200 to fiberglass
Wipe surface of fiberglass that you will be applying the glue to with acetone first for a good bond. Then let dry thoroughly. It will dry fast. There is often a small wax residue even on the rough...
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
08-10-2014, 09:04 PM
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Spare tire in entry closet - how's that working?
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2,965
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Wayne Perpall
Spare Tire in Closet
I have a 2011. Spare tire came in the closet with a nice cover on it. Sits on the very bottom of the closet floor and there is a piece of plywood with carpet fitted around it to conceal the...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
02-24-2014, 09:02 PM
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Need Help Deciding......
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Wayne Perpall
You are welcome to look at my Eggcamper in...
You are welcome to look at my Eggcamper in Jacksonville. I drove down to Fort Meyers area to see my first and only Eggcamper. Discovered it met all my needs and ordered one when I returned home.
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Hi, I am....
01-24-2014, 11:23 AM
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NEWBIE: Egg vs. Lil Snoozy advice
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25,134
Posted By
Wayne Perpall
Frame construction
If you plan to keep a new trailer for a number of years, or purchase a used unit, careful consideration should be made regarding the frame.
There have been a number of posts regarding frame...
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Hi, I am....
01-23-2014, 10:01 AM
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NEWBIE: Egg vs. Lil Snoozy advice
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25,134
Posted By
Wayne Perpall
Choosing a trailer and/or tow vehicle
You hit the nail on the head Norm - well said.
It was suggested to me that I rent before I purchased, which is excellent advice. After going to many dealers and RV shows, laying on many beds,...
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Hi, I am....
01-21-2014, 12:48 PM
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NEWBIE: Egg vs. Lil Snoozy advice
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Posted By
Wayne Perpall
Oliver Trailer
Did not mean to imply that the Oliver required such. Just see all that on heavier trailers and am happy not to deal with it. Glad to know the Oliver does not necessarily require such. One more...
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Hi, I am....
01-21-2014, 10:56 AM
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NEWBIE: Egg vs. Lil Snoozy advice
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Posted By
Wayne Perpall
Egg Humor
I really enjoy the humor on this site, Harley and Floyd. Very funny!
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Hi, I am....
01-21-2014, 10:50 AM
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NEWBIE: Egg vs. Lil Snoozy advice
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25,134
Posted By
Wayne Perpall
lil'Snoozy
I will have to admit that the Snoozy would be my choice if I could not have my egg. I like the rear door. I like the surge brakes, having towed boat trailers all my life. I too, like the twin beds...
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Hi, I am....
01-21-2014, 10:19 AM
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NEWBIE: Egg vs. Lil Snoozy advice
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25,134
Posted By
Wayne Perpall
Oliver
I really do "LOVE" the Oliver. Have been studying it very closely as they have gone back into production. Looked at all the photos over and over.
Am planning a trip to Northern Wisconsin in...
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Hi, I am....
01-21-2014, 09:58 AM
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114
NEWBIE: Egg vs. Lil Snoozy advice
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25,134
Posted By
Wayne Perpall
Eggcamper
All white interior of the Eggcamper appealed to me, as well as making the interior feel even more spacious. I prefer the modern look and like to be able to wipe everything down with 409. Note also...
Forum:
Hi, I am....
01-19-2014, 10:38 PM
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114
NEWBIE: Egg vs. Lil Snoozy advice
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25,134
Posted By
Wayne Perpall
Eggcamper
I am 6'-1". Eggcamper is great for me. Jim Palmer, designer and builder of the camper is also a tall man. This is one of the main reasons I settled on it.
I purchased the Honda 3000...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
01-15-2014, 10:59 PM
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6
looking for Eggcamper to view
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2,879
Posted By
Wayne Perpall
You are welcome to see mine in Jacksonville. ...
You are welcome to see mine in Jacksonville. Pictures also on this site.
Wayne
Forum:
General Chat
09-11-2013, 08:09 PM
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21
Eggcamper from Grandville, MI: How Many?
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6,157
Posted By
Wayne Perpall
AC in Eggcamper
Ken
AC works good for me. I have a small fan that I put on the kitchen counter or on the floor in front of the AC to assist in moving the air. It is just a table top or desk top fan, but does a...
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General Chat
09-11-2013, 07:48 PM
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Eggcamper from Grandville, MI: How Many?
Views:
6,157
Posted By
Wayne Perpall
Ken The garage doors are 8'-9" tall and 10'...
Ken
The garage doors are 8'-9" tall and 10' wide. The ceiling is 10', so I put in as tall a doors as possible, with that ceiling height, when I built the place. Built it for my 26' boat and also...
Forum:
General Chat
09-10-2013, 08:28 PM
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21
Eggcamper from Grandville, MI: How Many?
Views:
6,157
Posted By
Wayne Perpall
Eggcampers in Florida
Hi Letitia,
Drove to factory to take delivery in 2011. Wayne
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
09-10-2013, 08:10 PM
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171
real life mpg
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34,199
Posted By
Wayne Perpall
MPG with Diesel
Norm,
Thanks for the good wishes. My 27 year old special needs daughter and I are leaving Florida the middle of next week on a trip to Oregon and then down the west coast. Will be by far the...
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
09-09-2013, 09:52 PM
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171
real life mpg
Views:
34,199
Posted By
Wayne Perpall
MPG with Diesel
Am pulling my 17' Eggcamper with 2011 Chevrolet Silverado Crew cab -Diesel. Best highway, not towing, 55mph, gives me 20-22 with cruise set. Towing the egg at 60,cruise set, gives me 16-18. 16 in...
Forum:
Modifications, Alterations and Updates
05-20-2013, 09:15 PM
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8
Converting dinette to full time bec
Views:
1,379
Posted By
Wayne Perpall
Permanent mattress for dinette
Go to www.northamericanmattress.com (https://www.northamericanmattress.com). I purchased the Everynight Road Deluxe for my 2011 Eggcamper. Check out pictures of my interior on this site.
Forum:
Modifications, Alterations and Updates
10-24-2012, 08:43 PM
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84
How have you improved your Eggcamper?
Views:
30,025
Posted By
Wayne Perpall
Eggcampers in Florida
Nice to meet other EggCamper owners in Florida.
Wayne
Forum:
Modifications, Alterations and Updates
10-24-2012, 08:10 PM
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10
Switching permanet full size bed to two twins
Views:
6,837
Posted By
Wayne Perpall
Egg Camper Separate Beds
Hi Jill
I travel with my special needs daughter who is 26. Set the trailer up just as you discussed. Works great becauce I am 6-1". I did a great deal of research on mattresses. Am rather...
Forum:
Modifications, Alterations and Updates
10-24-2012, 09:11 AM
Replies:
84
How have you improved your Eggcamper?
Views:
30,025
Posted By
Wayne Perpall
Re Eggcamper
Hi Jill,
I purchased my Eggcamper Sept. 2011. Your PO John was kind enough to let me see the camper before I ordered one for myself. It was not for sale at that time. I drove down from...
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